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Newspaper
Yorkton Press
Location
Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada
Date
Oct 17, 1916
Page
1
A well known local resident, active in agricultural circles, has been killed in an accident near Springside. The deceased, recognized for contributions to Sask agriculture, was present at a recent Oddfellow ceremony and was respected by many in the region. Authorities continue investigations into the incident.
The dedicatory services were held last Sunday conducted by Rev G B McLennan of Yorkton. The church at Preeceville and district is described as generally bright and well built.
At the request of Col. Bradshaw on 8 recommendation of the text mentions an order or action from the front regarding Yoraton buys and turning, with a military or departmental context implied.
A fragmentary item describes wood dealers and a proposed trip to Winnipeg. Details are unclear due to OCR gaps, but the notice notes a travel or meeting event connected to a Mr E and others.
Ragland listed casualty names with wounded and seriously ill entries. Wm Me Leod and Chas Dob et al appear among wounded. Joseph Straker is seriously ill at Krane. Yorkton and Beaverdale appear as locations with multiple names. The fragment references 3-8 IB det Tate and George Neil among Yorke entries.
At war outbreak Regis Fleury de la Gorgondiere a Land Tithes Offer staff member answered the Empire call and departed with First Lieutenant Colonel Paw Teteshee Sicchenkh. The account records a swift mobilization and departure.
Mr. F. H. Maguire praised for solo "Mother Mine" as a spark for western women's suffrage. The note suggests Western women could secure voting rights not yet achieved in the East, reflecting hopeful but uncertain progress and elite support.
An OCR fragment recounts a raid and the impact on crews and civilians. It notes German influence and questions whether the war effort is worth the burden, mentioning cruelty toward children and ongoing dangers as the conflict continues.
The passage urges that beyond material needs like wheat forests and fisheries, Canada must focus on its people, claiming young men are the nation’s future just as Joan of Arc was to her era. It emphasizes national strength through human capital.
The Springside Grain Growers Co operative Association invites farmers to place orders for flour feed apples lumber and agar with low prices. Shares are five dollars with one dollar due now. Secretary contact for details. Local reports note visits and a fire near Mrs Pachett’s hen house prevented major damage amid dances and social events.
Mrs L Kanfenberg of Leslie visits Mrs J J McCarron as Red Cross Society meets Thursday with many members present. A campaign day Our Day is planned for Saturday October 1 to support wounded and soldiers. Privates L Roblemith and RK Bucknell depart for Camp Hughes. Born October 12 a daughter to Mr and Mrs James Taylor. John Dunlop travels to Por Warren. A ten cent tea at Robertson Hall raises funds for Red Cross despite poor weather. Thanks offered to town and country friends for support.
Mr. and Mrs. Yemen and children of Insinger spent time with Rev and Mrs. Robinson. A. C. 5. Watch and E. Pinkerton were visitors from Yorkton this week. Mr. and Mrs. Evans of Springside returned home after visiting Mr. and Mrs. Spencer. Messrs. Bargetrom Currie and Deacon Loucks of Lavermay were here on business Thursday.
Farmers report threshing in full swing with two weeks of good weather needed to finish. Fall plowing nearly done and fields will open by next period. Mikeich arrives to take up residence and erect a dwelling while John Gann, a lumber merchant, sets up public weigh scales.
Oct 18th visitors include Mr A Wilby in town for a few days last week and Mr John Rudeey from Kinisota Manitoba visiting with Mr and Mrs 3 EB Mille. Private Fred Scott from Universities Battalion bid farewell before overseas service. Thomas Garry drove in cattle last Tuesday. Mr Smallbone visited town last Thursday. Chas Eckhart shot a fine well yesterday, the week’s second. Cars resume after a week’s rest. H Kreisser completed a pew addition to his store and moved in.
A. E. Brown reports Pte Jan R. Donald wounded by shrapnel in the face and hopes for a quick recovery. The week sees locals including Pierre Peeters and H. R. Stanfield in Yorkton. A charity sale is planned in the hall Thursday October 19 from five to six, with proceeds to the Red Cross Society.
The Ottawa Citizen notes Britain objects to uniforms for Canadian honorary colonials and mocks humor. It cites thrift concerns and war orders while a minister of private works is criticized. Dr Herride comments on political failings. F J O Donnell praises wartime leadership. lodge visits and regional representation are recorded.
A cryptic note reports a concert inside the Bad Crowe venue on Saturday night. Dr and Mrs Ekins joined the event with Terkttm, Smd Me and OC listed among attendees. Kyle lashed no further details.
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