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Newspaper
Watrous Signal
Location
Watrous, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Dec 21, 1916
Page
1
A wartime appeal urges restraint in Christmas gifts to avoid cruelty to the needy and to focus generosity on those who suffer from the conflict. It suggests supporting boys overseas, especially those in Korea, and prioritizing truly destitute youngsters over lavish displays.
An enthusiastic reception was given to Rev. Mr. Cox Vicar of All Sainte Anglican church Watrous and to Mrs Cox during a cordial home gathering hosted by local parishioners. The event, organized by Mrs Sharp with aid from the Woman’s Auxiliary, featured warm welcomes and brief remarks from Mr. Cox.
Anton Burke a 57 year old Watrous blacksmith died suddenly after an all night gathering at Geo Leeson’s barn centered on drinking. Coroner Dr Cook reported bad organ condition and a verdict of misadventure amid crowded public curiosity. Witnesses offered no foul play link and the event ends with a hope such affairs do not recur.
Round trip tickets offered at one way fare as part of holiday promotion by the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway. The offer covers travel during the Christmas season into the New Year. Additional details on dates and routes are not fully disclosed in the fragment.
The Watrous Agricultural Society gathered in the Council Chamber with Mr. B. Graham presiding. The financial report showed an overdraft paid and a remaining balance of about 150 dollars for next year, with plans discussed for a Seed Fair and new directors elected.
The Signal will not be published next week following the season custom of weekly newspapers. The journal will resume after the break and the joye will be open for details about reopening plans.
A verse praising the Ladies Aid Society for social gathering and charitable acts. It describes visiting the ill, offering sympathy and food, helping pay debts, aiding strangers, and contributing musically and financially to church needs. The text humorously notes men claiming they can “kill the bear” after debts are paid.
All Saints outlines Advent and Christmas services for Sunday December 24. Morning Prayer at 11, Christmas Eve details include Holy Communion at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. sermons, with Evening Prayer and sermon at 7 p.m. J F Cox, Vicar, invites all to attend. Presbyterians note Rev W Wilkow preaching Christmas Eve.
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