20 Dec 1917
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Newspaper
Watrous Signal
Location
Watrous, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Dec 20, 1917
Page
1
A Davidean Leader letter from Belgium dated November 13 1917 describes life on the front lines. The writer details constant shelling heavy artillery and air raids with mud water and debris. He notes distant shelling from long range guns and the rough conditions behind the lines while soldiers dodge danger daily.
A church Xmas program led by Rev J McLachlan featured recitations music and an address by Rev J P Vox. About 135 boxes were prepared for recipients and a Halifax disaster relief offering was planned for next Sunday at Sunday School.
Readers are wished a happy holiday season as a brief note indicates a temporary pause in signals and coverage next week during the Sa Tee period.
The notes record a daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Cosford in Watrous on the date listed and a daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. N. Browett in Browett on the 16th of December.
The theatre presents Intolerance to an audience Monday, claiming a production rivaling The Birth of a Nation in scale. It boasts palaces and armies, with thousands of spectators and a spectacle far beyond prior films on stage.
Methodist and All Saints churches publish Christmas week services with Holy Communion at 8 and 11 a.m. on Christmas Day, morning prayers at 10 a.m., and evening services at 7 p.m. All are invited. Additional text lists Sunday School, children's sermons, and offerings for church funds.
The piece pleads for continued home support amidst war strains and taxation. It argues loyal citizens should fund necessities via direct taxation to sustain the country, listing figures such as $280,000 and naming contacts in Canada for contributions or directives.
The Watrous Skating Rink opened Tuesday evening under the Watrous Citizens, drawing a large crowd. A 28-member band led by Prof. Leow performed a standard music program, showcasing skilled playing from a mostly young group.
The Saskatchewan Red Cross reports November as a highly successful month with total donations of 106,878 dollars across Provincial Headquarters. Of this, 90,037 dollars went to the Canadian Red Cross and 26,841 to the British Red Cross, with thanks extended to Findlay and Edmonds and others for support.
In a de winning tone the Patriotic Fund seeks donations during the holiday season. The notice urges readers to contribute as arrangements are made for Christe and New Years fares. Tickets will be available at a favored location.
unclear text reports union government gains with 46 seat lead in western region while Ontario performs better than expected. cabinet ministers defeated include Hon. A Sevigny and Hon. P B. mea geal. Saskatchewan mentioned as proud jewel dominion diadem with terse tone.
The Signal reports Lang defeated Dr. Barry of Humboldt by a large majority as returns from 61 polls show Lang ahead by 1496 votes. Watrous turnout was high with 208 votes polled for Lang and 174 for Katog and 3 for Barry. LO. D. E assisted in tallying a 140 vote margin for Col. Lang with coffee and sandwich served to voters and officials.
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