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Newspaper
Yorkton Press
Location
Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Jun 13, 1916
Page
2
Tommy by Joseph Hocking review of flawed prose and style
A critical overview notes uneven prose and inconsistent tone in the Tommy by Joseph Hocking study. The critique highlights ambitious aims but cites awkward phrasing and gaps in narrative craft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy
BY Joseph Hocking
Bureau of Social Research Organized by Three Western Governments
The Bureau of Social Research is formed by the governments of Western provinces and Australia to study social welfare. It will publish reports, briefings, and lectures, with two main investigations in its first year: migrant care and preliminary inquiries into lacking institutional care. J. S. Whodeworth leads the bureau in the government building at Portage Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau OF Social Research
J. S. Woodsworth
Tnd
Disseminsie Sudh
Huilding
Corner Portage
Avener
Salvation Army Commissioner Here Delivers Speech
Commissioner Lowton of the Salvation Army spoke to a large audience about the work of the organization in India and its global mission. He described Indian garb as sacred and noted the Army’s reach in the city, stressing unity among diverse peoples and the long history of Salvation Army service since 1882.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JW Lightbody
Missioner
Gamed
Amy Gil
Diersesd
India
Hritieh
Ander
Mohammedaniam
Mohammedaniam Scaione Indus
Elvatian
Wesh
Choral Society Concert Under Der Jennings Leadership
The Choral Society, led by Der Jennings, presented the Cantata fath't by Mr. Geal with over forty singers. Mrs. Mens and Mr. Atkins accompanied on piano as the pieces ranged from O Grecivee Lon to The Farewell. The concert concluded with Handel's Hallelujah and a hopeful note on future funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
der. Jennings
Mr. Geal
Atkins
Orpal
Mise
Schumm
Mens
Mre
Atkug
MeEaehern
Nessas
McBachérn
Schramm
Amd
Third Annual Convention Set for Regina on June 1
The local union announces the third annual convention will be held in Regina on June 1. Officials say delegates from nearby branches will attend and discuss current labor issues and plans for the year ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regina
Enti
Yorkton Grain Growers Plan New Warehouse Site
The Yorkton Grain Growers Association has secured a site from the C F P R on the north side of the track between the Superior Oil warehouse and the Cereal Mill. Plans are prepared for a large warehouse and work will begin at an early date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkton Grain Growers’ Association
C. FP. R. Dn
Sheho Wan Sports Day Highlights School Competitions
A chaotic yet spirited Bay Sports event featured Sheho Wan and nearby schools like Mewhern Dumroben Fost and shebs. Students competed in parades races and jumps, with awards for stout performance, while judges praised the wide range of school crafts and handwork on display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dumroben
Fost
Selowl
Newbers
Cire
Awk
Mette Scott
Ted
Ettie Melly
Onde
Beviriee Webster
Fed
Trophelew
Unter
Mary Moras
Eliem Peeters
Geril Wenster
Winder
Tod
Thelars Seatt
Ander
Lem Zowarks
Mary Lawrie
Boye Baers
Ueder
Allen Cameron
Charlie Auk
Kenneth Sentt
Wile Geez
Bet
Welter Meron
Zod
Metre
Tnd
Jerk Cameron
Witis
Abel
Fad Newbern
Shehe
Tel
Shele
Harrow
Weders Waller Maria
Alva Webster
Veemeniak
Abs Webes
Letters to the Editor in Yorkton Times Reflect on Preacher Methods
A reader letter discusses religious preaching practices by Mr Koos and Salvationists, contending over views of heaven, money, and method. The writer questions sincerity, cites the Old Book, and urges focus on gospel over ego while criticizing others for featuring photographs and public display in the debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mongy
Fmes
Faney
Kaen
Hermane
Urey
Koos
Knox
Viein
Wild Flower Show Postponed One Week
The wild flower show has been postponed for one week and will now be held on Saturday in June with further details to follow.
Salvation Army Fare at Yorkton Unit Parting Social
Salvation Army staff entertained around 32 soldiers at the Citadel before departure. Pte Popple received a wrist watch from Bergt Major Jones during the evening of music and refreshments. Officers later washed tea tins and presented each man with a tea towel, aided by Levi Beck’s material contribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Welnesdy
Salvation Army
Citadel
Popple
Salvation Anny
Wee
Jones
S.A
Levi Beck
Saskatchewan Boy Scouts Secretary Receives Honor
Irwin, provincial secretary of the Saskatchewan Boy Scout Association, has been awarded a scholarship in philanthropy at the School of Philanthropy in New York. The program aims to provide professional training for social work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
BOY Scouts
Irwin
Saskatchewan Boy Scout Association
School of Philanthrophy
New York
Fragmented Passage Refers to Money, Spending, and Education
The speaker reflects on personal finances and savings, noting a rule of not spending beyond necessity. They claim gains from frugality and describe a pursuit of basic comforts such as a home, car, and bank account. They question expenditures on education versus taxes and imply confidence in future outcomes.
More Men Needed in The British Army Memoir
A wartime letter from 1916 reportsMen are needed as desert campaigns cause illness and military conditions worsen. The author notes lines about recruitment in York and district, the 6th Division achievements, and praise for the Indian troops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkion
Town Council Considers Decoration Day and Holiday Rules
A special meeting discussed water rates and a Decoration Day proposal by fraternal groups. A petition to declare a Wednesday afternoon half holiday failed for lacking three fourths merchant signing. Extensions to electric lines costing 1.45 million will run along multiple streets including Dunlop to Henderson and Victoria to Wellington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dane Lith
Tith
Dunlop
Henderson
Duncan
Victoria
Wellington
Darlington
Ontario
James
Park
Franklin
Mecfarline
Broadway CN. R
Wedding Bells At The Ball Home For Miss Farr Newer
The ceremony united Hattie M Farr Newer to Geo W Morden formerly of Yorkton power Plain. Rev J McLennan officiated as Mrs Ball gave away the bride. Guests mingled after the ceremony and the couple left by the Great Western express for a new home at Laird.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Ball
Mrs. Morden
Beane
Laird
Nephew of Ma A H Knok Willed in Collision
Telegram from Toronto reports Cearge Knox Williame KON, a high Lt. vice and former aeroplane pilot, killed in a collision. He was a demonstrator in electrical engineering at the University of Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MA A. H Knok
Rh. Ho Koos
Toronta
Cearge
Civorge Knox Williame Kon
Aeropla
Ong
School of Practi University of Toronto
Presbyterians Back Union in General Assembly Vote
At the General Presbyterian Assembly the report of Caine faced a vote and was carried by 384 to 05. Supporters urged unity as the assembly debated contingencies and outcome plans amid strong backing for union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Presbyterian Assemby
Moose Jaw Hosts Saskatchewan Grand Encampment Meeting
Reported gathering of the Grand Encampment of Saskatchewan held in Moose Jaw with officers appointed and ceremonies noted. Key figures included J. A. Patrick, D. Meleay, Pelham, and N46. McCallam mentioned in installation remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan
Moose Jaw
Yorkton
Phirek
McCeliom
M. Patrick
J. A. Patrick
Ieder D. Meleay
Pelham
Oficers
Rev Dr Bard Elected Moderator of Presbyterian General Assembly
Rev Dr Bard Browning Baird long identified with Manitoba College was elected moderator at the General Assembly in Winnipeg. Born Motherwell Ontario 1805 he studied in Toronto Knox Edinburgh and Leiden and was ordained in 1871 serving Fremonton then Manitoba College for decades as acting principal and leader of the denomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Apnee Browning Baird
Manitoba College
General Assembly
Baird
Baind
Motherwell
Ont
Upper Canada College
University of Toronto
Knox College
Toronto
Edinburgh University
University of
First Presbyterian Church
Methodist Conference Names New District Leader
The Rev Dr Darwin is identified as the new head of the Conference and district report committee. The report notes Gibson Spahilinah Arran Norquay among attendees and confirms the station’s leadership transition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Darwin
Mittee Trguanl
You
Gibson
Spahilinah Arran
Norquay
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