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Newspaper
Wilkie Press
Location
Wilkie, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
11
Incomplete text references the Secretary of the Interior in Ottawa and a postal or bureaucratic notice. The fragment mentions a May reference and possible P.O. box or postal details. No clear event, date, or names beyond generic government terms are established.
City council approves a base charge of 10 for a single car listing in civic notices with each additional vehicle incurring an extra 10 per ad. The measure sets per-car pricing and applies to future public notices and related postings.
A bylaw is being framed to limit auto speed to 12 miles per hour on any Wilkie street. Previously there was no speed limit, and recent incidents highlighted the need to regulate vehicle speeds.
A leading merchant proposes adding a clause to the by law to skip the Wednesday half holiday in weeks between January 6 and August 16 when civic or public holidays occur. If a holiday is proclaimed for the plowing match the Monday and the following Wednesday would each be half holidays.
A letter from the Local Government Board at Regina urges against lowering water mains below frost level. It says current water rates are too low and that house connections should more than double, hotels and livery barns fivefold. The Board also recommends consulting a competent engineer to assess depth and feasibility. A deputation from the town council has discussed the issue with the Board.
The garden party at Mr. Weir's on June 1 raised over $70 for proceeds. A Rockhaven 11 Swarthmore game drew interest with Rockhaven leading 11 to 6. A runaway incident involving Mr. and Mrs. Garland after the party caused no injuries.
Friday this week the community loses Dr Smith as he departs for Edgerton to begin practice at once. Known and beloved by many in the district, his years of residence and kindly disposition earned him broad friendships and deep regret at his move. The editor notes he was always ready with advice and helpful suggestions.
Delegates prepare for the district chairmen gathering on Third Ave Windsor with committee meetings through Wednesday. The Statistical Committee meets Tuesday at 9 am and the Stationing Committee will convene multiple times before the main Conference opening on Wednesday June 6 at 8 pm. Lay and ministerial delegates assemble June 7. Services Sunday June 17 are led by the pastor with evening preaching following Sunday School and Bible class at 11 am.
The W A Gale af Cookery is set for Saturday June 16 at 3 pm. A series of services will be held Sunday next June 10 with Monday School at 11 am followed by services at Boott Pen Muir and St Pauls at 7 pm.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Colin Young of Gashateus and a public sale notice. Details are unreadable, with unclear names and action.
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