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Newspaper

Yorkton Press

Location

Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada

Date

May 21, 1918

Page

1

Bland Speaks on After War Social Conditions Lest Tuesday

The Rev Dr Bland lectured on postwar social conditions and gender roles, urging a new education for boys and girls, equal rights gains, and a religion uniting all people. He contrasted German and Canadian positions on women, called for nationalisation of key industries, and urged a broader church. The talk drew questions before a hastily arranged meeting.

Pete Athes Great Britain Lord Jesus Christ Poram Releebet Bendhavime

New Yorkton Auto Club Formed Promising May Meeting

The Stornoway Auto Club was organized on the ninth by the Yorkton Auto Club secretary treasurer. A membership committee was appointed and a general meeting set for May 27. The club may include Wroxton, expanding Rural Municipality of Wallace coverage to three auto clubs with cooperation on policy and labor needs.

Stornoway Auto Club Yorkton Auto Clem Wroxton Wallace Yortton Auto Club Tmen Phee Bot George Enei

Conserve This Space for Community Food Drive Message

There is a reserved space statement from the Greater Food Production and Conservation Association urging readers to watch for suggestions. It references local shops and efforts to grow patriotism and support for soldiers and allies, highlighting cultivation and sale of fresh goods.

The Greater Food Production and Conservation Association

Nocturne in Regina Jail Flanders Crime and War Echoes

Police Court News reports last Wednesday a Calder man was sentenced in Regina Jail for threatening his wife and given a similar sentence with hard labor for resisting arrest. Hilmar N. Shegreen was fined costs for disorderly conduct toward a military member. other cases include motor vehicle license plate offenses and general court costs. The narrative then shifts to a war stained landscape described in vivid, somber prose, depicting trenches, shelling, and the haunting moonlit quiet after battle.

Vestebok of Calder Regina W R. Swith Hilmar N. Shegreen

Town Council Notes on Fire and Repairs

Saturday afternoon a small powerhouse ignition sparked a fire quickly suppressed by on site engine workers. The town clerk filed a 1500 claim for a cracked belt wheel on the new engine while Regina Junk Co piping bids were refused and will go to public sale. Rothwell urged provincial grants from motor license proceeds for main roads. The council rescinded a proposal to bring fire insurance to the upcoming convention.

Regina Junk Co Jane Rothwell Count Rothwell

War era draft notice fragment speaks on family service duties

The text indicates a family with the only remaining son of military age and other relatives in service or killed or wounded in war. It mentions medical categories and exemptions for certain classes and a three month leave, noting they are bona fide farmers or farm laborers needed for land work.

Board of Trade Debates Doukhobor Lands and Coal Supply

Discussion at the Board of Trade covers Doukhobor land questions and coal logistics. Reports say Yorkton could receive coast fish to meet demand and prices aim for lowest possible. Town Council urged to secure next winter's coal. western boards seek regulation and cheap price. calls for action by the Fool Controller on coal supply.

Yorkton Western Boards of Ay

District Court Judge Gordon Presides Civil List Seven Names

District Court Judge Gordon will preside over today's session as the civil list includes seven named parties led by Wilson versus Tredsell. The docket, set in the district court, distributes matters awaiting decision among the seven entries with Judge Gordon overseeing proceedings.

Gordon District Court Wilson Ve. Tredsell

Army and WAVY Veterans Denimen Convention Highlights

The Denimen Convention adopted a sirene constitution with capable officers to implement it. Delegates urged the government not to sell certain lands at nominal prices and addressed amaga issues. Resolutions supported wartime government efforts and proposed a veterans battalion for construction work. Saskatchewan representatives on the executive board were noted.

Varkiom Lemon Artemelly Sasksichewan Ye Fener Tee Echias

Sugar and Flour Regulation Warnings for Home Use

The Canada food board warns citizens of limited sugar and flour supplies under new regulations. Rules define supply as what authorities deem usable in a set period, with varying allowance by distance from stores. Residents near cities get 15 days, others up to 120 days for distant areas.

Billie Nile Geures Sean Aml Canada Food Board

Civil Service Reform Debate Across Parliament

The article reports on a parliamentary debate over Civil Service Reform focusing on merit and examinations. It notes amendments and opposition concerns about patronage, the role of ministers, and the cabinet in reform. It cites figures like Mr Hughes and Mr Wernher, and discusses the balance between reform aims and political patronage.

Ieee Ceptaie Jokers Parliawent Pat Ae Sigme Esampie Partia Olfawe al Eny Enehane Servier Teleer Meir Feeaven Richartson Sprmefield Eellowe England

Why Should I Cultivate a Garden this Year Essay

A wartime prize essay argues for home gardening to feed families and aid the war effort. It cites food shortages due to front line needs, labor cuts, and submarine losses, urging self sufficiency to save resources and support Red Cross and other patriotic causes. The writer pledges to cultivate a garden and contribute financially through savings.

Ti le Svea

Hospital Ladies' Aid Campaign For King’s Birthday Offering

Yorkton and district residents are urged to subscribe one cent for each year of age for the Hospital Ponds fundraiser. A collector will call at every home on 24 May to gather donations in honor of the King’s Birthday.

Hospital Ladies’ Aid Yorkton Aloop

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