Open letter to electors of Tisdale Constituency urging non partisan reform
A farmers group writes to electors urging a shift from party loyalty to non partisan reform. They announce a March 26 public meeting at the Orange Hall with S F Haight and A D Jack to discuss the Farmers Non Partisan League and its impact on farming communities.
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Tisdale
Andromises
Orange Hall
S. EF. Haight
A. D. Jack
Farmers Non- Partisan League
Brother Farmer
WM. Kennedy
Canada War Loan Appeals for Public Subscriptions
Sir Thomas White urges Canadians to subscribe to the third domestic war loan opened last Monday. The prospectus appears this week promising long-term securities that will appreciate as interest rates rise, with emphasis on accessible options for moderate means despite official claims and renewals.
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Thomas White
Canada
Dominion
M Thia
Death Claims Another District Resident
The district mourns Mrs. Peter Goodall aged 34 who died at her family home nine miles north of town after complications post partum and kidney issues. She leaves a husband and four young children. The funeral was held at the residence last Wednesday with local Masonic lodge pallbearers and a wreath sent in tribute.
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Peter Peter Goodall
Masonic Order
Masonic Lodge
Fine Winter Weather Boosts Local Farm Work
Farmers in Addington report ideal conditions for winter tasks hauling grain logs and lumber. Roads breaking up and a busy weekend with church service attended by many. Mr Mitchell and Mr James Pickering were noted, along with a Warren sale attendance. Families including the Bradshaws and Millers spent Sunday with relatives.
Will Extend Teacher's Certificates for 1917 Work
The Department of Education will, on request, extend certificates to December 31, 1917 to meet demand for trained teachers. Third class certificates that have expired may be extended if records show the holder has been doing satisfactory work.
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Department of Education
MacPhail Jameson Wedding At Leather River District Manse
Delbert Wilson MacPhail and Francis Louisa Jameson were married at the manse by Rev. R. T. Young on Wednesday afternoon March 14. Bridesmaid Vera Thompson of Ridgedale and groomsman Edgar Patterson of Star City attended. The couple, residents of Leather River, plan to move to Moose Jaw soon.
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R. T. Young
Delbert Wilson MacPhail
Francis Louisa Jameson
Leather River District
Vera Thompson
Ridgedale
Edgar Patterson
Star City
MacPhail
Moose Jaw
Uture
Community Notes From Oakville and Surroundings
Local residents report C P Hall of Oakville unloads brood mares at the depot Tuesday. Hans returns from the west Wednesday evening. Measles remain prevalent as community events plan a March 24 tea sale at Nelson's store. The Returned Soldiers Welcome and Aid League appoints J W Sleight secretary for the district. A concert and dance in Silver Stream on March 27 raises funds for Belgian relief. Grain influx swells town as elevators fill and farmers seek disposal. J H Cronin purchases Hanna farm. Sam and Mrs McFarlane return from the east. Saskatchewan legislature prorogues after six weeks. election looms. War Loan drive urged. F E Hughes visits Saskatoon to scout future prospects. Police constables take leave and tour home, praising local policing efforts.
Births listed for Blue and Howlett families
Bave On Sunday rcisth to Mr and Mrs K Blue a daughter. Howlett On Sunday March 11 to Mr and Mrs Les Howlett after Auto ter.
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Bave
Rcisth
Mrs. K Blue
Howlett
Les Howlett
Af Auto Ter
Opening of Jordan River School Celebrated With Concert
Last Wednesday March 7 the new Jordan River school opened with an opening concert and dance. The event drew Jordan River Moose Range Addington and Arborfield residents, praising instrumental and vocal performances. The programme impressed given the short preparation time and a late night crowd. School will start March 19 with Miss E G Brittain as teacher.
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Jordan Aver School
Jordan River
Moose Range
Addington
Arborfield
E. G. Brittain
Silver Stream Concert for Belgian Relief Fund
A concert advance will be held at the Silver Stream school house on Tuesday evening March 27 to raise funds for Belgian relief. The program is prepared by school children with a few surprises kept secret until the evening. Guests are urged to attend and keep the date open.
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Silver Stream
Valparaiso Ladies Aid organized at Mrs Hamilton home
A Tuesday afternoon meeting in Valparaiso formed a Ladies Aid Society. Officers appointed include President Mrs John Mackay Vice president Mrs C Hawkins Secretary Mrs Chapman Treasurer Mrs Cluny. Next meeting to be at Mrs John Mackay's home.
St Pauls Young People's Club to Host Lecture by Rev Hamilton
The executive of St Pauls Young Peoples Club arranged for Rev James Hamilton of Birch Hills to give an illustrated lecture on the war next Tuesday evening at eight in the Presbyterian Church near Roeasoty Wah.
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St. Paul's Young People's Club
James Hamilton
Birch Hills
Presbyterian Church
Ngar Roeasoty
Arborfield visitors, grain trade boost, and a funeral note
Arborfield sees visits from Mr J McDonald and Mr H E Jones as grain hauling grows with $42,000 paid at Osgood elevator. Plans for a railroad and elevator in Arborfield loom. The Osgood facility shortens hauls and improves grades and prices. A large funeral honors Mr David Cummings who died February 26 from heart and kidney disease. Reverend Hargreaves led services. Loyal Orange Lodge events planned with Dr G Matheson's hymn O love that will not let me go.
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Osgood Elevator
Arborfield
Osgood
Hanzia
David Cummings
W. Cummings
Vida Bis
New
Wirers
Hargreaves
Tisdale
F. T. Young
Loyal’ Orange Lodge
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Mitchell
James Pickering
Warren
F. W. Bradshaw
George Miller
Master Russ
Robert Melrose
W. E. Miller
Ruth Miller
C. P. Hall
Oakville
Hans
Methodist Ladies Aid
Nelson's Store
F. W. Elliott
Calgary
Wm. Renner
J. W. Sleight
Returned Soldiers Welcome and Aid League
Sam McFarlane
J. H. Cronin
Forester
S. M Foster
Edmonton
Saskatchewan
Strand Theatre
Salopian School
F. E. Hughes
Saskatoon
Jack Howes
Earl McMurdo
The
Mounted Police
Mrs. Buchanan
W. Lloyd
Valparaiso
AID
St. Paul’s Young People’s Club
J., McDonald
H. E. Jones
Mr. Geo. Miller
Presbyterian Ladies Aig
St. Patrick's
Mr. N. Nelson
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