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Newspaper
Yorkton Press
Location
Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jun 06, 1916
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text describes a meeting or notices involving individuals such as Mr Reid, EO Wilcom, Kyle, and T Stegdierel Wielivedig. Mentions Supreme Court sittings in Wonyord and references to a person named Marie Christ... unclear context and many garbled terms.
A fragmented note describes visits to town by Moore Furnishers and Atieme the visiders with references to Mee Ciden Mee L iweed Mew and others. Mentions a trip or event linked to a High Bard and a planned Saturday outing to Winwipey.
Jessie MacLachlan a famed vocalist has died in Glasgow after a career marked by tours in the United States and other countries. Her passing ends a distinguished stage presence admired for her musical talent and influence on vocal performance.
Aclet and the Yorkton company of the 188th Uo under Lieut ven left for Camp Hughes, 280 men from Yorkton forming the latest contingent. Town Band played and cheers greeted the farewell as the train pulled out. The town’s total contribution reaches about 1000 men.
Special Correspondent Leeden reports on May 30 1916 the Daylight Saving Bill aims to save fuel by advancing clocks an hour. It predicts fewer street accidents and longer evenings, with broader benefits to railways and households despite harsh weather and ongoing conflicts abroad.
Insinger Municipality announces a new Social Centre opening on July first. The centre will serve 1060 quarter sections in the densely settled Ruthe nian block of Saskatchewan with operations commencing upon invitation.
A joint gathering at Foam Lake led by Rev. W. B. Reid with ministers probationers and supplies in attendance. Attendees included Revs J. A. Doyle Saskatoon W. S Reid Yorkton T. H. Sendall Rokeby G. J. Crabbe Saltcoats E. D. Gibson Hill Penney Smith Canora A. Waugh Quill Lake and W. H. Stratton Sheha. plus Messrs Arthur Reidsman W. Smallbone and Arthur Cross.
A Sunday afternoon event features a mascot presentation and a goat escape incident at the Yorkton venue. Details are unclear due to fragmented text but involve a mascot and a goat breakout during the proceedings.
The Hospital under Laidive Aid reports a total of 271.00 dollars raised so far with a few donations pending. A detailed statement will appear in the next issue.
Saskatchewan agricultural implement firms report a 10 to 40 percent rise in business this year as farmers adjust to new credit rules. Strong last fall crops and a shift to more conservative purchases boost cash sales, while provincial securities legislation curbs excessive credit and accelerates a cautious market readjustment.
The Hon. W Motherwell of Saskatchewan’s Agriculture portfolio reflects on prohibition era actions and his Irish roots. He recalls a visit to Westminister Abbey and compares it with memories of his parents in Ireland, expressing pride in his heritage and career.
Fragmentary dispatch claims a major naval engagement occurred near Putland last week. The Besta fleet allegedly faced a superior Comets force with decisive losses for the Besta side while the Comets reportedly gained a strong advantage in the clash.
The Yorktor office of N. Bawlf Grain Co. Ltd received a message at 9 90 stating Admiral Jellicoe reported to the Admiralty that the Hampshire cruiser with Kitchener staff aboard had been sunk off the west by mine or torpedo and all believed lost.
The Board discussed time changes affecting Lith Jane and Winnipeg Yorkton rail service. A deputation from the Oddfellows sought a Decoration or Memorial Service Day, with the Board agreeing to suggest it to the Town Council. The day might be advantageous, and cigars and fruit were allotted to a unit leaving Monday.
Yorkton paid a visit to Regina on Saturday for two nine inning games. Yorkton lost the first and won the second, shaping a split series in the coastal league matchup.
P M Maskin, noted Jewish poet and writer, spoke to the Canadian Club on the aims of Zionist movement. He argued for self development of small nations within civilization and highlighted Jewish history spanning 4,000 years as part of the case for a homeland in Palestine.
May 1916 report shows 104 trains met by Agden in the rest room. Guests were assisted to find homes and suitable positions for a woman. Two mothers with ill babies got doctors, four people to hospital, and the Children's Aid matron aided. A girl of twelve was brought home to York from the old country. Sixteen letters opened, two maids placed, six rooms used, receipts total 16.40 including 15.25 and 1.15 from the day room box.
At the last meeting the Town council agreed to appoint the Mayor, Coun Wynn and the Town Clerk as delegates to the Union of Sask cities convention in Swift Current from June 28 to 30. A milk vendors bylaw passed its third reading and D. B. Frazer was appointed Cemetery Caretaker at 955.00 per month with the Hall Committee to provide stage purchases.
Not since St Julien have the Canadians suffered so heavily as they fought at Ypres and Hooge on June 1 and 3. They were pushed back for two yards on a 2000 yard front by a counter attack with bomb and bayonet retaking most of the lost ground. 101 officers and men of all ranks figure in the first casualty list received.
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