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14 Mar 1916
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Yorkton Press in Yorkton, Saskatchewan
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Newspaper
Yorkton Press
Location
Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Mar 14, 1916
Page
1
Stray Mare Colt Reward Notice from 19 May Classified
Classified ad lists a two year old Mack mare colt with a white star on the forehead and a belt scar on the left ear. A $25 reward offered by Reinhard Hillerman, owner, for information leading to recovery within one year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Mare
Reinhard Hillerman
For Sale: Land and seed barley seeks buyers
Multiple sale notices advertise two burner oil stones, section land near Willowbrook with over 5000 value and 5100000 cash balance on half segments offered by DHL Walkinshaw. Also listed is seed barley No 21 described as free from nesious with contact W. PF Goulden in Yorkton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ebenezer
Walkinshaw
Tore
Willowbrook
Yorkton
Nesious
W. PF. Goulden
To Let In Desirable Modern Flat
A well located long and comfortable flat with modern conveniences is available soon. Furnishings are sparse, with a modest offer and convenient services nearby.
Queen War's Appeal Hearty Response at Yorkton
The LODE reports a successful afternoon drive at the Regent home of Mrs Hakins in Yorkton. Over 100 hospital shirts were distributed by the Ladies of Yorkton assisting Queen Mary’s L. Those unable to attend can call Mrs Hokins in the morning or before evening for a shirt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Lode
Hakins
Yorkton
Queen Mary's
Hokins
Convention of Rural Municipalities Draws Wide Attendance
Delegates gathered in Regina with strong Yorkton district representation. The event highlighted postwar relief plans for veterans and a push to tax lands for Red Cross funds. RC Perkins spoke on Wallace RM 203 and wl strom urged secretarial efficiency. T Golden elected Director for District No 4 covering northern Saskatchewan municipalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regina
Yorkton
RC Perkins Sect
Wallace RM
Strom
Amt Red Cross Fonds
Oo Dievent
T Golden
Saskatchewan
Conference for Boys Held in Moose Jaw
Final arrangements are made for a large boys conference in Moose Jaw from March 24 to 25. All Sunday School and church groups are urged to send delegates aged fifteen or older to promote the Canadian Standard Emergency Tests program. Railways grant a single fare return, making travel affordable for distant churches as delegates stay and boost church activity and boys work across the province.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moose Jaw
Canada
Russian Silver Tea Draws Large Attendance for Charity
The Hebrew Ladies Aid hosted a Russian Silver Tea last Wednesday at the Liberal Club, drawing a large crowd. Proceeds totaled thirty dollars, donated to the Returned Soldiers League, with tasteful decorations and abundant serving tables featuring white and pink carnations and a Russian samovar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hebrew Ladies Aid
Iast
Liberal Club
Ees
Laches
Returned Soldiers League
Health Forum Discusses Public Health Shortfalls and Prevention
Dr Henry addressed the Peoples Forum on public health with Vice President Roland chairing in the president’s absence. He warned health officers must gain public cooperation or suffer heavy state costs and cited 1913 death tolls from tuberculosis 269 typhoid 118 and pneumonia from measles 75 to 90 percent fatal. He urged school nurses better school health inspections and town cleanliness to reduce charitable need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
Patrick
Roland
Health Board
Hospital Ladies' Aid Monthly Meeting Announced
The Aid will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday afternoon in the Town Hall at 2 oclock. All members are requested to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aid
Northern Star Lodge Social Ends With Whist Drive
The Northern Star Lodge held a social in the Oddfellows Hall last Wednesday with large attendance. Members and friends enjoyed a pleasant evening of whist and games. Ladies’ prize was won by Miss Nelle Speers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Star Lodge
Oddfellows’ Hall
Mins Nelle Speers
Gente
Soldiers Whist Drive Draws Yorkton Crowd
Last Thursday evening the soldiers held a whist drive in the Town Hall with about 35 tables in play. Ladies and gentlemen competed for three prizes each while local ladies provided a supper. Mrs. R. A. Black won a jeweled case, Mrs. M. Duncan took a vanity bag after a tie, and the booby prize went to Mrs. Hemsworth. Pte. Degies won the gentlemen first prize wrist watch after a tie with Corp. Spreadburg, and Pte. Craig received the lemon. The event closed around 12 15 with the National Anthem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. A. Black
M. Duncan
Hemeworth
Pte. Degies
Corp. Spreadburg
Pte
Craig Aoil
Yorkton
To Our Critics A Riotous Verse Parody
A fragmented verse piece mocks critics and public morals in a defiant cafe style. It ridicules critics and party punchlines while hinting at a broader debate over reform and moral theater. The text appears as a satirical roving monologue addressing critics and public taste.
Queen unveils Florence Nightingale memorial at Derby Cathedral
The Queen and Princess Mary attended a service in Derbyshire for a Florence Nightingale memorial. Archbishops and nobles joined the ceremony with the Queen unveiling the monument within the cathedral, amid praise for its beauty and significance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ae. Pauls Ral
Florence Bightingale
Derbyshire
Mary
Canterbury
Marquis of Crewe
Lord Pembroke
Perley
Victoria
New Zealand
South Africa
Migs Macdonald
Sagi
Canterbury Irenty
Yorkton High School Growth Since 1908
Growth indicators for Yorkton High School from 1908 to 1915 are noted, with references to term years 1909 1910 and 1911. The extract cites fiscal or enrollment figures and mentions W. N. Finley and various archival citations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkton
Bae
W. N. Finley
Grain Growers Convention Reflects on Past and Growth
The Grain Growers Association describes its evolution from a small early effort in Yorkton to a more active body amid increased cultivation. The 1915 revival aims to focus on social and educational work while streamlining local and district discussions to tackle larger farm policy issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grain Growers Association
Yorkton
Grin
Central
Santos
Equal Franchise League Holds First Annual Meeting
In Town Hall the Equal Franchise League convened its first annual meeting with Mrs Lawson presiding. Minutes, finances, and routine business were reviewed. Officers elected for the ensuing year include President Mrs F A Lawton, Vice President Miss Mae, and other posts filled by Mrs Logan, Mrs McLennan, Walker, McLean, Wynn, Mr Wyon, Walk kinshaw, Mrs Larmour, and Miss Weir.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawson
Preliminary Hearing On Pinkerton Case In Inquest
A preliminary inquiry into Walter E. Pinkerton on charges of neglecting to provide necessaries of life for May Pinkerton was held in camera on the last Tuesday and Wednesday. Prosecution by Geo W McPhee and E Wilson. defense by W A Boland. Evidence listed includes Nurse Gillilaw Dr Sahlmark and others. The Justice held evidence sufficient for commitment to the first Court of competent jurisdiction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Donovan
May Pinkerton
Walter E. Pinkerton
Vuc Longerel
Geo. W. McPhee
Awl E . Wilson
W. A Boland
Evedlence
Pre
RK. Livingstone
Nurse Gillilaw
Dr. Sahlmark
Roberts
Harold W. Purvis
JM. Clark
William Pickering
Eli. Hooey
Theodore Zeats
Defence Reserve
Silver Musical Tea Postponed to March 21
The Silver Musical Tea in the Silver Musical Den under the auspices of the local K of K will be held at Mrs Kor's home. Cake will be served for 10 cents and a demonstration will be shown. Gentlemen are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kor
Cameda
Yorkton grain dispute ends with commandeered price fined
Dr. T A Patrick of Yorkton complained to the Board of Grain Commissioners after grain stored at the Lake of the Wells Milling elevator was shipped to Keewatin. He claimed the grain should fetch the commandeered price but received two cents per bushel less. The board ruled Patrick was entitled to the commandeered price minus one cent per bushel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. A. Patrick
Yorkton
Sask
Board of Grain Commissioners
Wells Milling Company
Mr. Matheson
Keewatin
Patrick
Winnipeg conference links business and farming interests
A recent Winnipeg gathering brought together business and farming representatives to discuss land mortgage credits short term credits livestock feed and related financial topics. The Press intends to address these points in future coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Board of Trade Names Nomination Committee
At a council meeting a nomination committee of E. S. Wilson J. M. C and R. Donovan was appointed to form sub committees. Resolutions urged mill authorities to ensure supply of seed and education to consider freeing high school students for work. Those interested should contact the secretary at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. S. Wilson
R. Donovan
Secy
Board of Trade
High School Oratorical Night At Town Hall
The Town Hall audience enjoyed a high school program with an instrumental quartet and piano solo, plus science demonstrations from the school’s department. Contestants spoke on topics including The Yellow Peril, The Cigarette Evil, Capital Punishment, and The War Spirit in Canada, with varied reception to each address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mesers Carpenter
Smith
Den
Om Raettell
Mies Ethel Gibson
Patterson
Europe
Welumeister
Finlay
Hernes
Canada
Conede
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Ree
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Queen War
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Convention OF Rural Municipalities
Peoples’ Forum
Dr. Henry
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P. B. Mills
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M. McLean
Snap
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F J. Pilkington
Mr. Fehrenbach
Rebekah Lodge Social
Ooldiers
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Yorkton High School
Growers Convention
Equal Franchise League
Mr. Wyon
Mr. Walk
Kinshaw
Mrs. Larmour
Mise Weir
Pinkerton
Fered Price
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