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Newspaper

Wilkie Press

Location

Wilkie, Saskatchewan, Canada

Date

Mar 18, 1915

Page

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In The Vanguard Synopsis at Red Cross Concert

A synopsis of the play In the Vanguard will be presented by Mrs. Harris at the Red Cross Concert Friday night. The three act drama centers on Elsa and Philip Gordon with supporting figures including Jack and the Rector, depicted in present time. A vocal solo by Mr. O'Brien will interrupt between acts.

Mr. O'Brien Elsa Philip Gordon Jack Philip Mr. Greart Mrs. Gordon

First Wilkie Bonspiel Concludes With Three Events

The Wilkie Citizens Annual Bonspiel hosted three events the Grand Challenge the Citizens event and the Consolation. Open to citizens and club members the tournament drew newcomers and veterans with a green rink skippered by B Kirkland delivering a creditable showing and a list of draws and winners follows.

Wilkie Citizens Club Mem

Consolation Event At Local Bonspiel Won By Hermanns Team

J P Hermanns won both consolation events at the bonspiel held at the rink with Skip Blair Tuck Ross and McIntyre. Prizes included Sunbeam flour subscriptions suspenders and pork chops from various sponsors. It was the first bonspiel here and interest was strong with plans for an open event next season.

F. W. Blair C. B. McCallum J. P. Hermanns Tuck Ross McIntyre Wilkie Flour Mill A. Schaab Wilkie Press D. McKinnon A. Bell

Harris District Trophy Contested in Wilkie March Fourth

The Harris Trophy, a Western district challenge cup, featured rinks from Unity, Atlantic and Macklin with two Unity rinks and one Atlantic rink present. McKinnon won this year after a tight final over C. B. McCallum, who previously claimed the cup at Unity.

Wilkie Unity Atlantc Macklin C. B. McCallum D Mc

Bachelor Girls' At Home Event Draws Local Guests

An informal Assembly Hall gathering titled At Home hosted by the Bachelor Girls drew a large local turnout with visitors from outside points. The evening's programme reflected credit on the organizers for providing a pleasant social event.

Wilkie

Red Cross Concert Friday in Wilkie Public Hall

The Red Cross hosts a Friday concert in Wilkie Public Hall on March 1. Proceeds go to the local Red Cross fund.

Shan’t Wilkie

Annual Football Meeting of Wilkie Club

The Wilkie football club held a Wednesday meeting to review accounts. Secretary treasurer reported a bank balance of 67.95 and net funds of 9.50 after outstanding amounts are paid. Receipts totaled 212.45 with expenditures of 202.85 and prizes worth 125.00 yielding net gains. A reorganization is set for Wednesday March 24 at Tire Hall starting at 8 p.m. The group passed a motion thanking J. H. Turnbull for use of a bin.

Wilkie Football Club J. H. Turnbull

Irish Supper Observed by Methodist Congregation

The Methodist Church observed St Patrick’s Day with an Irish supper for members and friends. Decorations featured Ireland’s colors, shamrocks, and humorous banners. A musical program followed the meal, with patrons satisfied by the evening.

Methodist Church Ireland

Scruhs Lose 5-0 In Mixed Marital Bracket Ice Drill

Saturday's broomball feature saw the Scruhs defeated 5-0 by the Second Married Merc team. The Sodbusters then topped the Married Men 4-2, as spectators watched a lively, slippery clash with quirky play and a memorable late scramble near the goal.

Merc

Local Implement Firm Opens Showroom at Field Hall

New agent R. D. Welter appointed Cockshult to oversee a display of farming implements including barrows drills and other equipment. A large stock of buggies will be kept on hand with viewing at Field Hall converted into a showroom for the occasion and direct business from that location.

R. D. Welter

Stallion Enrolment Low in Province for 1915

Enrolment is necessary but only about 25 percent of stallions in the province have been registered for 1915. The poor record prompts fears owners will delay renewals until the last moment. It is illegal to move route cards without a renewed certificate. The final renewal date is May 1, with a 10 penalty for stallions without certification.

Thackeray Social Roundup and Visitors

J 11 Suttle traveled to Winnipeg on Friday. Master Wilfred and Bernard Sutile attended Mrs T Newthorne s birthday at Narrow Lake. Guests included Mr and Mrs John Cook and Mrs Evan Sanday. Regina visit returns home. Mrs Teskey improving after US stay. Mable and Kaight of Rockhaven passed through town. S Reid and K Carey s R F Oris hosted at J H Suttle. Master Bill Genereux of Wilkie visiting Thackeray. Sleighing good. locals using it. J Hyndman of Narrow Lake visited Mrs J C Luther. D A L and C C P L MacFachern in town Tuesday.

Wilfred Bernard Sutile Mra. T. Newthorne Narrow Lake Wigar Newhorne Mable Kaight Rockhaven

Indications Of Spring From A Mild Winter

The district sees signs of spring as land thaws and prairie patches appear while sleigh travel grows uncomfortable. Farm yards resume activity after months indoors as the winter proves milder than expected with a brief cold spell near 49 degrees below zero.

Quo Vadis Shown at Filte Theatre Supports Church Choir

An eight re création of Quo Vadis at the Filte theatre Thursday night drew strong interest from attendees. The film inspired praise as one of the best pictures shown locally, with ticket proceeds supporting the Kous Presbyterian Church Choir.

Filte Theatre Pease of Thiety Kous ‘Presbyterian Church Choir

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