17 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Watson Witness
Location
Watson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Aug 17, 1917
Page
1
A wartime Canadian notice outlines duties for settlers under the Dominion Lands Act. It describes residence requirements, cultivation, and building obligations for a homestead and the process to obtain preemption patents, with priority for entry at local offices and necessary discharge papers.
In the Lens Ypres region 2700 Germans were captured in the latest attacks. The Canadian effort took Hill 70 north of Lens, with retaking attempts failing and heavy enemy losses. British merchant shipping suffered submarine and mine losses totaling 14 ships over 1600 tons, two ships under 1600 tons, eight fishing vessels, and 18 more attacked but escaped. During the week, 2776 ships arrived and 2666 sailed from British ports.
A fragmented passage discusses female workers at the London Underground, noting uniform standards and parity with men while hinting at tensions over women facing hazards and social expectations. The text references pay parity and perceived disadvantages in voice and authority within workplace dynamics.
Fragmented tips describe stain removal with salt and vinegar for ink marks and grease, and advise rinsing clean with cold water. A note mentions disinfectant use and rubbing off tiny insect eggs from a fabric. The text also compares cooking outcomes with and without boiling.
Bruno residents Vossen and Schindler arrange purchase of Watson Mercantile Co. with $20,000 value, stock to be reduced before take charge. Me Felix to run Watson unit. Schwinghammer to continue Bruno operation. Lots 16 17 18 19 Main St include store and warehouse. Special stock reduction sale now in progress.
Chas Vokes was found dead on his farm near Quill Lake after an accidental shooting. He had helped with horses the prior evening and was located on a path to the stables with a gun out of reach. An inquest returned a verdict of accidental firing.
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