Railroad man interview ends with bizarre oath tale
An anecdote from a railroad superintendent in Chicago details a farcical hiring colloquy with a passenger applicant. The tale, framed as a test of honesty, recounts odd questions, absurd oaths, and a mock initiation ending with the phrase All aboard. The text then shifts to notice that Eastern Saskatchewan’s Yorkton Fair opens August 9, marking the fair’s preparations.
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Engina
Chicago
Ingersol
Yorkton Fair Promises Four Days Of Thrills And Shows
land Manager Duncan completes preparations for a four day Yorkton fair with Greater Shows of Chicago offering an autodrome living statuary wild animal and wild west acts plus swings rides and snake shows. Platform attractions in front of the grandstand and horse races on two days adding valuable prizes in many livestock and draft classes.
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Aom
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Fat
Jean
Yorkton
Yorkton cattle show to feature record entry and prizes
The Yorkton event will host one of the largest entries in its history with top prices in cattle classes. Short Holsteins Ayrshire Red Polls and other breeds compete for cash and special prizes, with new sheds already inadequate for overflow.
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Yorkton
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