07 Mar 1914
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Newspaper
Watson Witness
Location
Watson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Mar 07, 1914
Page
1
Fragmented notes describe homestead rules in Alberta including residence and cultivation requirements. A homesteader must live near the homestead on farms of at least six acres and build a habitable dwelling. Applicants proceed via Land Agency or Seb Agency with inspections. Residency periods and commitments govern eligibility for preemption and purchase.
A stylish wedding was held Monday at St. Gregory Catholic Church uniting George Mayers of St Gregor and Augusta Tebben formerly of Humboldt. Nuptial Mass at 10 30 officiated by Rev. Father Wikle. The bride wore a brussels net veil and lilies of the valley wreath with a dark blue messaline dress trimmed in white lace. Attendants were Kathern Raskob for the bride and Ben Kisling Schwinghamer with organ by Schwinghamer etc. A wedding breakfast followed at the groom’s sister Mrs J Munkler home. A dance and midnight lunch completed the festivities with about 1 guests present. The couple will reside in the area.
The Canadian Pictorial offers elegant photogravures and entertaining pages for readers in the Dominion. It appeals to young women and homemakers with departmental features while praised by Lord Strathcona as a credit to Canada. New subscribers gain twelve months for 65 cents from Witness Block, Montreal.
Divine Service led by Rev Coveney at Westasta Valley schoolhouse drew a large crowd on Sunday February 22. A Friday gathering hosted by Mr and Mrs K A Cooke featured music by Percy Stead and Leslie Hoegi and dancing led by Prested and E Wolfgram. On February 17 three Cooke sisters Miriam Erymntrude and Maggie Davies organized a Valentine party with Gordon as chairman attracting a big local crowd and souvenir valentines. Howard Jones provided comic songs and helped keep the evening lively.
Marketing eggs to the retail trade aims for top prices through quality and reliable weekly supply. Emphasizes neat packaging, fresh week-old stock, and careful handling from purebred fowls to verified hatch eggs. Recommends consistent daily gathering and addressing any customer concerns to maintain trust and income.
The text describes keeping eggs cool after gathering, covering with cloth to prevent dust, using a damp cloth to remove slight discoloration, wiping dry after wetting, and avoiding washing to protect the eggs' natural appearance. It emphasizes careful storage to maintain quality and reputation.
The piece explains that crop rotation leverages distinct plant needs to balance soil nutrients and suppress weeds. It contrasts shallow and deep rooted crops, soil exhaustion and restoration, and suggests summer practices like dry poultry housing and thrifty farming in Japan with innovations such as terraced fields and seaweed use.
A fragmented recipe describes creaming sugar and butter then adding eggs unwhipped. It mentions sour milk soda salt vanilla and baking to a soft dough then baking quickly.
The text describes loosening soil from hands by rubbing with sweet oil or dripping oil, then wiping grease with soft paper or rag, and washing with warm water and soap. It reflects a traditional hand cleaning method.
NONEY offers farm land loans as A E Gregory Watson promotes lending services. Meals are available at all hours at the Alexandria Hotel.
For sale bob sleighs used one winter in good condition. Also one 14 disc harrow with track in good repair. Prices listed at 25 dollars each. Contact Cometer Uros at Watson.
The message states that T. Bentham has arranged with Mr. Wicken of Watson as his agent to take and deliver work, indicating an assignment for harness making services.
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