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Newspaper
Stoughton Times
Location
Stoughton, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jun 29, 1916
Page
1
Local items report visitors from Saskatoon and Toronto among residents of Stoughton and Sunkist. Notes include plans for Dominion Day closures, threshing and repairs, charity events, and crop conditions with showers and growth progress. A hospital death and church notices are also mentioned alongside insurance ads and social teas.
A World War I letter from Vile Bashey reports the death of Leon Cpl Donnelly, a miner-turned-soldier, killed by an explosion near the front. The writer expresses condolences and pride, noting Donnelly served bravely and was well loved by family and community.
Birth notice for a daughter born to Mr and Mrs Donald McKensie. Reports a local resident Mr Wi Reilly missing after eleven months with the 1st Canadian Contingent in the trenches. Mentions a service member granted leave but recalled as heavy German offensives began. Notes wounded include William Greenslade, formerly with ALT’s horse shop, revived from the trenches about three months ago.
A $25 reward is offered for information leading to the recovery of a dark bay four year old mare with white tail and bind feet, missing from Ww. Me Kar M80 Wand.
Five dollar reward for information leading to the recovery of a tight bay or yellow mare colt two years old with a white facial strip and clean legs. Last seen near May Avenue. Respond to 786 or write to Meredithene for, 2704 Broughton.
The note reflects encouragement for a student finishing school and considers suitable gifts. It praises meaningful keepsakes such as a Gitk-a vice necklace wristwatch or tie and mentions a Boy’s first watch. It invites the reader to visit and view an assortment of goods for gifting.
The Til BD will host a lawn ball on Friday evening July 7 1916 at Hillier School grounds. Hawiki music and voice will headline with a home by Mrs Lenore Me President of the Stoughton Go. Proceeds go to Heal Cross work. Lunch will be served at 10 pm. Admission 25 cents.
Energetic reliable local agent needed for Stoughton and surrounding Gantry area duties. Handle Hardy Croft trees flowering ehrube forest seedlings for shelter belts and small fruit bushes. Selection includes many hardy Aynesian varieties for severe district. Good pay weekly outfit from exclusive territory. Write for particulars Department 6.
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