Peter Hourie the Interpreter of the Indian Department
Old Timers recall Peter Hourie a giant of a man and long serving interpreter for the Hudson Bay Company and Indian Department. He helped establish Fort Qu appelle and Fishing Lakes, joined Dr Rae on the Arctic overland expedition, and later guided Middleton's Saskatchewan march. His son Tom Hourie carried despatches and helped bring Riel to Middleton's camp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regina
Fort Qu'Appelle
Prince
Peter Hourie
Indian Department
Prairie
Hudson Bay Company
Peter
Great Corporation
Stone Fort
Red River
Western Plains
Fort Garry
Hudson Boympany
Robert Campbell
Swan River Department
Fort Ellis
Qu’Appelle
Inrboine
William McKay
On McKay
Court of the King's Bench
Med
Old Fort Qu'Appelle
Fort Ellice
Swan River
Archibald McDonald
Old Fort Qu’Appelle
Hourie
M . Sieselhine
Dr. Rae
Arctic
Franklin
Whiteford
Anakis
Little Arm River
Lumsden
Plains
Middleton
Saskatchewan
Tom
Irvine
Mounted Police
Prince Albert
Tom Hourie
Armstrong
Riel
Norman Campbell
Yukon
Dawson
Batoche
Clifford Sifton
Crooked Lakes Agency
Broadview
Albert and
Dewdney Street
Stirring
Kane
Fenthine
Willow District
Heda Beyeer
Colonel J H Cunningham Named Chief Inspector of Fisheries
Announcement made designates Colonel J H Cunningham as Chief Inspector of Fisheries to oversee regulatory duties and oversee marine resource administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Cun- Siete Ee Ee
Notable Western Canada Tribute to Colonel Davin’s Widow
The account honors Colonel Davin’s wife a steadfast Ottawa lady who aided him across his wide Western Canada constituency from Balgonie to Medicine Hat. Her role alongside her husband earned her strong esteem among Western Canadians, with family ties to Saskatchewan figures including Graham Read of the Regina Leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.C
Canada
Pacific
Ottawa
Davin
Balgonie
Medicine Hat
West
Western Canada
Graham Read
Saskatchewan
Regina
Tcon- A
Boy Scout Movement Seen as Key to Canadian Citizenship
A Saskatchewan speech argues the Boy Scout movement is the essential fourth pillar in shaping boys between ages ten and eighteen alongside church school and home. It notes 100000 provincial boys with only 6000 enrolled and calls for a 50000 fundraising drive October 17–23 to expand training across the province with Lt Governor Sir Richard Lake urging support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scout Movement
Saskatchewan
Provincial Scout Association
Richard Lake
There’s Nothing Like a Daddie A Child Praises Father
A playful poem extols a father’s constant presence and versatile affection. The speaker rejects pets and ponies, insisting a father’s companionship and imagination surpass all, joking about dog cat and pony imitations and praising dad’s endless energy.
My Dear Boys and Girls Crochet Pattern Note
A brief note to readers about a simple crochet lace pattern for a pointedwale. The author mentions girls’ letters showing interest and suggests copying the pattern as an easy task and a nice present. Her message emphasizes early efforts and a reminder.
Christmas directions and school life notes from Regina children
A long Lakeside letter urges readers to craft Christmas gifts and share news with cousins and nieces. It discusses winter travel to school, staying indoors during deep snows, and upcoming September prizes plus an October competition for writing or puzzles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P.S
Western Canada rises as political force in federal affairs
The West gains attention from Ottawa as Liberal leader W L Mackenzie King and Prime Minister Arthur Meighen tour the region. Tariff commissioners and J A Calder also visit Regina and Moose Jaw, signaling western influence and the need for a national scope beyond local interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Canada
W. L. MacKenzie King
Liberal Party
Victoria
British Columbia
Arthur Meighen
Canada
West
Tariff Commission
Prairie Country
J. A. Calder
Regina
Moose Jaw
Ottawa
Great Lakes
Western Canadian Banks Tighten as Wheat Moves Increase
Financial notes say banks in Western Canada remain tight with loans hard to obtain even for solid security. Renewal renewals demand full payment and this strain is tied to moving this year’s wheat crop. Officials expect conditions to improve with the new year as harvest proceeds and revenue remains strong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Ominion
Dominion
Letter From Joe Cooper to Aunt Betty
A 1920 letter from Joe Cooper in Sask to Aunt Betty describes prairie life. He mentions a sister who is sleeping, eight bird nests found last spring, farm animals, and his interest in drawing. He notes prizes in writing and reading, a baseball score Lawson beat 30 to 10, and says he can ride pigs though he falls off, signing as eight years old.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty
Lawson
Joe Cooper
It Is Always Safe to Send a Domin
The fragment mentions safety in sending a Domin though details are incomplete. It hints at guidance or policy tone but lacks readable names, dates, or places to anchor a full card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Domin
Games Follow My Leader
The leader dares to lead through difficult spots as followers trail behind. If a follower fails the task, they retire to the back, and the last starter may rise to second place and take a turn as the leader.
Filling The Gap Game Description
A circle game where players hold hands leaving one out who walks outside touching a back. After touching, the chaser runs to fill the gap left by the exited player while the touched player repeats the process. The aim is to reach the gap first and occupy it, while others repeat the touching sequence.
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. H. Cunningham
Children’s Corner
Hanna
Daddie
Prairies
Aunt Betty
Prairie Provinces OF
Western
Swanson, Sask
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!