Colloquy on Qualifications for a Railroad Man Ends With Offer
A Memphis Commercial Appeal notice recounts a humorous interview episode in which a candidate describes his odd training from Chicago to farm work and safety gear. The exchange covers signals, safety couplings, oaths, and a test by the superintendent, ending with a job offer for the gravel special. The piece then shifts to an announcement: arrangements for a large fair in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, opening August 9.
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Chicago
Bob Ingersol
O. K
Memphis Commercial Appeal
Yorkton Fair Gears Up With 4 Day Program And Greater Shows
Manager Duncan prepares for a four day Yorkton fair with a revamped midway by the Greater Sheeley Shows of Chicago featuring an autodrome living statuary wild animal and wild west acts plus swings and snake shows. Horse races are planned on two days with new and expanded livestock classes and thousands in prizes across Clydesdale Percheron Shire and other breeds.
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Duncan
Chicago
Fai
Yorkton
Yorkton Fair to Feature Record Entry Staff Horses and Cattle Classes
The Yorkton fair promises one of its largest entry staff horse displays in history and strong cattle classes. Prizes span beef breeds including Aberdeen Angus, Herefords, Ayrshires, Holsteins, Jerseys, Guernseys, Brown Swiss and grades. Last year’s overflow forced new sheds and this year’s demand will exceed that capacity, with cash prizes plus several valuable special prizes heightening competition.
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