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Cowessess’ Treaty Annuity List 1874-1909

I have created an index of Cowessess’ Treaty Annuity Lists from 1874 to 1909 found on reels C-7145 to C-7153.

The information below is of the reel number, the image number, the name of the Band, where the annuity was paid, the date, the Treaty numbers recorded, the page number in the book, and any notes about the list. I would like to revisit the list at a later date to include a permalink for each year.

Although these lists often only included the name of the person taking the annuity payment, I found it very helpful in my research.

The Treaty Annuity List reels can be found here:
https://heritage.canadiana.ca/view/oocihm.lac_mikan_133552

Reel	Image #	Band	Paid at	Date	Treaty #s	Pages	Notes
C-7145	30-31	Cowwecess	Qu’Appelle	1874	1-40	22-23	No names
C-7145	54-55	Cowwecess	Qu’Appelle	1875	1-40	66-67	No names
C-7145	80-81	Cowwecess	Qu’Appelle	1875	1-40	105-106	Duplicate
C-7145	103	Cowwecess	n/a	1876	n/a	141
C-7145	113	Cowwecess	Fort Walsh	1876-09-01	n/a	158-159
C-7145	125-126	Little Child	n/a	1876	n/a	179-181
C-7145	163-164	Cowweecess	Qu’Appelle	1877-09-08	n/a	244-245
C-7145	260-261	Cowwecess	Qu’Appelle	1878-08-27	n/a	406-407
C-7145	453	Cowwecess	Qu’Appelle	1878-08-27	n/a	28
C-7145	454-456	Cowwecess	Fort Walsh	1879-08-27	n/a	29-31
C-7145	716-718	Cowecess	Maple Creek Cypress Hills	1880-08-02	1-108	41-43
C-7145	904-906	Cowess	Maple Creek	1881-07-16	1-110	22-24
C-7145	1185-1186	Little Childs	Crooked Lake	1882-09-22	2-109	45-46
C-7145	1473-1475	Cowweess	Crooked Lake	1883-10-04	1-73	54-56
C-7146	92-94	Cowesess or Little Childs	n/a	1884-07-26	1-96	45-47
C-7146	367-370	Little Childs	Crooked Lakes	1885-10-08	1-106	38-41
C-7146	778-782	Cowecess	Reserve No 71 Crooked Lakes	1886	1-112	55-59	Date not recorded
C-7146	1284-1288	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1887-07-14	1-112	57-61
C-7147	236-240	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1888-07-25	1-115	96-100
C-7147	713-722	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1889-07-13	1-124	115-124
C-7147	1203-1213	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1890-07-18	1-127	183-193
C-7148	122-132	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1891-10-08	1-144	262-283
C-7148	563-574	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1892-10-07	1-147	118-119
C-7148	989-994	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1893-10-06	1-149	195-206
C-7148	1447-1458	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1894-11-05	1-155	249-272
C-7149	326-338	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1895-10-18	1-165	272-297
C-7149	780-786	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1896-11-09	1-171	112-118
C-7149	1234-1240	Cowesess	Crooked Lake	1897-07-14&15	1-173	115-121
C-7150	87-92	Cowesess	Reserve, Crooked Lake	1898-07-15	2-175	103-108
C-7150	539-544	Cowesess	Crooked Lake Agency	1899-07-12&13	2-175	234-245
C-7150	1030-1035	Cowesess	Crooked Lake Agency	1900-07-19	2-177	230-239
C-7150	1582-1584	Cowesess	Crooked Lake Agency	1901-07-17&18	120-177	214-223	Missing pages
C-7151	554-558	Cowesess	Reserve No 73	1902-07-16	2-178	101-105
C-7151	1106-1111	Cowesess	Reserve, Crooked Lake Agency	1903-07-16	2-184	216-227
C-7152	102-107	Cowesess	Reserve, Crooked Lake Agency	1904-07-14	2-189	197-207
C-7152	684-688	Cowesess	Reserve No 73, Crooked Lake Agency	1905-07-13	2-189	194-203
C-7152	1239-1243	Cowesess	Reserve	1906-07-10	2-189	164-173
C-7153	235-239	Cowesess	Crooked Lake Agency Office	1907-07-10	2-190	191-200
C-7153	817-821	Cowesess	Crooked Lake Agency Office	1908-07-15	2-190	214-223
C-7153	1445-1449	Cowesess	Crooked Lake Agency	1909-07-14	2-193	210-219

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Chacachas’ Treaty Annuity List 1874-1884

I have created an index of Chacachas’ Treaty Annuity Lists from 1874 to 1884 found on reels C-7145 to C-7146.

Although these lists often only included the name of the person taking the annuity payment, I found it very helpful in my research.

The Treaty Annuity List reels can be found here:
https://heritage.canadiana.ca/view/oocihm.lac_mikan_133552

Reel	Image #	Band	Paid at	Date	Treaty #s	Pages	Notes
C-7145	29-30	Chakachas	Qu’Appelle	1874	1-44	20-21	No names
C-7145	53-54	Chakachas	Qu’Appelle	1875	1-44	63-65	No names
C-7145	77-78	Chakachas	Qu’Appelle	1875	1-44	102-103	Duplicate
C-7145	110-111	Chacachas	n/a	1876	n/a	153-154
C-7145	118	Chacachas	Fort Walsh	1876-09-01	n/a	168
C-7145	166-167	Chakachas	Qu’Appelle	1877-09	n/a	250-251
C-7145	263-264	Chakachas	Old Woman’s Creek	1878-09-04	n/a	410-411
C-7145	445-446	Chacachas	Fort Walsh	1879-09-09	n/a	20-21
C-7145	676	Chakachas	Fort Walsh	1880-10-06	1-8	9
C-7145	712	Chakachas	Qu’Appelle	1880-07-18&19	1-35	37
C-7145	713	Chakachas	Maple Creek	1880-08-04	36-45	38
C-7145	947	Chacachas	Qu’Appelle	1881-08-03	1-27	63
C-7145	1181	Kawkeesheway	Crooked Lake	1882-09-22	1-45	41-44	¹
C-7145	1476	Chacachas	Crooked Lakes	1883-10-09	1-41	57
C-7146	86-88	Kakishcheway	Crooked Lakes	1884-07-29	1-84	39-42	²

¹ Paid with Kakeesheway.

² The bands of Chakachas and Kahkeesheway although paid separately up to 1882, are paid together in that year, separately in 1883, and together 1884 on. Chief Chakachas resigned as chief of his band in 1882, and the band was paid under the Chief Kahkeesheway until 1884, when he died and his son Ochowpowace was elected in his place.

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Ochapowace’s Treaty Annuity List 1874-1909

I have created an index of Ochapowace’s Treaty Annuity Lists from 1874 to 1909 found on reels C-7145 to C-7153.

Although these lists often only included the name of the person taking the annuity payment, I found it very helpful in my research.

The Treaty Annuity List reels can be found here:
https://heritage.canadiana.ca/view/oocihm.lac_mikan_133552

Reel	Image #	Band	Paid at	Date	Treaty #s	Pages	Notes
C-7145	17-18	Kakiishiway	Qu’Appelle	1874	1-50	1-3	No names
C-7145	42-43	Kakiishiway	Qu’Appelle	1875	1-50	44-46	No names
C-7145	69-70	Kakiishiway	Qu’Appelle	1875	1-50	89-91	Duplicate
C-7145	97-98	Kakishiway	n/a	1876	n/a	134-136
C-7145	157-158	Kakeesheway	Qu’Appelle	1877-09-05	n/a	234-235
C-7145	250-251	Kakeesheway	Qu’Appelle	1878-08-26	n/a	389-390
C-7145	434-435	Loud Voice Kakisheway	Qu’Appelle and Fort Walsh	1879-08-25	n/a	9-10
C-7145	704-705	Kakesheway	Qu’Appelle	1880-07-17	1-45	10
C-7145	934	Kakesheway	Qu’Appelle	1881-08-03	1-40	51
C-7145	1181	Kawkeesheway	Crooked Lake	1882-09-22	1-45	41-44
C-7145	1486-1469	Kakishcheway	Crooked Lakes	1883-10-06	1-52	49-51
C-7146	86-88	Kakishcheway	Crooked Lakes	1884-07-29	1-84	39-42	¹
C-7146	374-377	Ochapowace	Crooked Lakes	1885-10-12	1-85	45-48	²
C-7146	769-773	Ochapowace	Reserve No 71 Crooked Lakes	1886	1-99	46-50	Date not recorded
C-7146	1277-1280	Ochapowace	Crooked Lakes	1887-07-12	1-99	50-53
C-7147	227-230	Ochapowace	Crooked Lakes	1888-07-24	1-100	88-91
C-7147	697-704	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1889-07-15	1-104	100-107
C-7147	1186-1194	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1890-07-16	1-109	166-174
C-7148	105-113	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1891-10-06	1-114	226-243
C-7148	546-554	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1892-10-05	1-118	99-107
C-7148	980-984	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1893-10-04	1-120	177-186
C-7148	1427-1436	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1894-11-02	1-123	211-230
C-7149	307-316	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1895-10-16	1-127	230-249
C-7149	770-774	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1896-11-06	1-133	101-105
C-7149	1224-1228	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake	1897-07-13	1-134	103-107
C-7150	79-82	Ochapowace	Reserve, Crooked Lake	1898-07-13	5-135	95-98
C-7150	531-533	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake Agency	1899-07-12&13	5-135	218-225
C-7150	1022-1025	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake Agency	1900-07-19	5-135	214-221
C-7150	1574-1577	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake Agency	1901-07-17&18	5-135	198-205
C-7151	544-547	Ochapowace	Reserve No 71	1902-07-15	5-136	91-94
C-7151	1098-1101	Ochapowace	Reserve, Crooked Lake	1903-07-15	5-136	198-205
C-7152	94-97	Ochapowace	Reserve, Crooked Lake	1904-07-13	5-140	180-187
C-7152	676-679	Ochapowace	Reserve No 71, Crooked Lake Agency	1905-07-12	5-140	179-185
C-7152	1231-1234	Ochapowace	Reserve	1906-07-11	5-140	148-155
C-7153	227-230	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake Agency Office	1907-07-10	5-142	175-182
C-7153	809-812	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake Agency Office	1908-07-15	5-142	198-205
C-7153	1439-1441	Ochapowace	Crooked Lake Agency Office	1909-07-14	5-143	194-199

¹ The bands of Chakachas and Kahkeesheway although paid separately up to 1882, are paid together in that year, separately in 1883, and together 1884 on. Chief Chakachas resigned as chief of his band in 1882, and the band was paid under the Chief Kahkeesheway until 1884, when he died and his son Ochowpowace was elected in his place.

² Formerly known as Kahkishsheway.

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Treaty Annuity List Reels C-7145 to C-7153

In February of this year I wrote about the use of Treaty Annuity Lists in researching my Indigenous ancestors. I had linked to a blog post on dibaajimowin.com where the writer identified what was on each reel hosted on heritage.canadiana.ca but the post has since been deleted.

I have created an index of the indexes on reels C-7145 to C-7153 from 1874 to 1909 when the lists end. The information below is of the reel number, the image number, the date, and the Treaty information that can be found. I’ve also taken the step to link directly to the index’s permalink.

I’m unfamiliar with reels C-7135 to C-7139 and T-7139 but if I remember the post correctly they were related to Treaties 1 to 3. I’d like to create an index for these as well as I continue research on my relatives from those areas.

In addition to this index, I’ve created 3 others in Excel which outlines Treaty Annuity List details for four Treaty 4 communities from the Crooked Lake Agency from 1874 to 1909. They are Chacachas, Cowessess, Kahkewistahaw, and Ochapowace. I find the details about Chacachas to be particularly interesting given its illegal amalgamation with Kakisheway which was later renamed after his son, Ochapowace, after Chief Kakisheway/Kakisiwew (Loud Voice) died in 1884.

Reel	Image #	Date	Treaty
C-7145	8	1874	4
C-7145	8-9	1875	4
C-7145	9-10	1876	4; 6
C-7145	10-12	1877	4; 6; 7
C-7145	12-16	1878	4; 6; 7
C-7145	422-425	1879	4; 6; 7
C-7145	665-668	1880	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7145	878-881	1881	4; 6; 7
C-7145	1135-1138	1882	4; 6; 7
C-7146	7-10	1883	4; 6; 7
C-7146	44-47	1884	4; 6; 7
C-7146	325-329	1885	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7146	717-722	1886	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7146	1221-1226	1887	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7147	131-136	1888	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7147	609-612	1889	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7147	1080-1083	1890	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7148	7-11	1891	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7148	463-466	1892	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7148	905-908	1893	2; 4; 6
C-7148	1332-1336	1894	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7149	7-11	1894	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7149	211-215	1895	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7149	691-894	1896	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7149	1152-1156	1897	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7150	8-11	1898	2; 4; 6; 7
C-7150	459-463	1899	2; 4; 6; 7; 8
C-7150	928-932	1900	2; 4; 6; 7; 8
C-7150	1491-1495	1901	4; 6; 7; 8
C-7151	467-471	1902	4; 6; 7; 8
C-7151	1011-1015	1903	4; 6; 7; 8
C-7152	7-13	1904	2; 4; 6; 7; 8
C-7152	587-591	1905	2; 4; 6; 7; 8
C-7152	1160-1164	1906	2; 4; 6; 7; 8; 10
C-7153	6-10	1906	2; 4; 6; 7; 8; 10
C-7153	154-157	1907	2; 4; 6; 7; 8; 10
C-7153	727-731	1908	2; 4; 6; 7; 8; 10
C-7153	1355-1359	1909	4; 6; 7; 8; 10

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – Dec 22 – 1921

Dog Race for Dauphin

The First Annual Dog Race will be held on Monday, January 2nd, in the afternoon, for boys and girls. The prizes will be given according to the support received from the public. It is the Committee’s object to have several races this winter and the first will be run on the above date, so the competitors will have time to train their dogs by then. Any subscriptions may be handed to Rev. Hamilton, Pat Muligan, Duncan Pearson or to F.C. Turland, who is acting Secretary-Treasurer, and who will also be pleased to give full particulars upon request. Help to boost the race Supress of the event will mean fun for the kiddies this winter.

Had Hands and Feet Frozen

Jerry Ravensburg, a homesteader in the Crane River district, was found by the provincial police last week, wandering around the lake in an aimless m[?] with his hands and feet badly frozen. Ravensburg had become insane and left his home. He was given medical attention and later taken to the asylum in Brandon.

Needy People in Town

Dauphin has more families in need this winter than in any year in its history. While in some cases it may be attributed to [falis?] of parents, a great deal of the distress can be accounted for by lack of employment. The Town Council, the churches and other organizations have the matter of providing for families well in hand, and their efforts are being supplemented by the endeavor of citizens. The officers of the Salvation Army, have applications for clothing and people who have cast off garments can make good use of same by notifying Capt. Johnson, who will distribute same to the right quarters.

Fork River Festivities

The season opened with a Hallowe’en party to be held in the school. The earliest arrivals, however, found all in darkness and thought that they were Tuck in when a glance down the street showed them the affair had taken a slight Tilt and landed across the way. The organization was well planned for a progressive game of whist fit into the Timewell and introduced the strangers. The sons of Williams, Richards and Will were present and gave a steadiness to the affair. Someone suggested that it would be as well to Lock (the) Wood as the unsteadier element might get Cooper in trouble over the dishes. However Prudens prevailed and the affair passed off quietly with a Little dance. Our worthy seedsman Briggs by name has been heard saying Harlow quite frequently but the young lady herself calls it Halo. His brother’s face is seen to Blanche with fear as he Hunts for a partner for a dance.

The following week a Thanksgiving supper was given and turkey figured largely on the bill of fare. Some hunters in the vicinity who were, commissioned to replenish the larder, report the choicer varieties of game to be very scarce but grouse to be fairly abundant. However a very sumptuous repast was served. The Irish of course could not get along without their Tait(ers). Parker(house) rolls, salads, etc., were served in a lavish manner and the tables fairly groaned under the weight of the good things provided. A Little dash of Curry added brightness as well as spice and flavor to the affair. The Winnipegosis orchestra played during the meal which added greatly to its enjoyment. After the supper they put on a very enjoyable program. The world renowned baritone Prof. Shears rendered a very classic selection in the truly pompus style of such celebrities. Unfortunately he could not Reid his music very well, in fact he read it upside down, i.e., the music; but otherwise it was artistically rendered and heartily encored. Another popular item was given by Mr. Roberts. Mr. Roberts has acquired a truly oriental style both in methods of procedure and delivery for he read it backwards and in a reverse position. A noted trio also figured largely on the program. A famous elocutionist was present and gave a very fine selection, but upon being encored she was so upset by some experience with a young man from Aldershot that she was unable to respond. Her troubled Browse won the sympathy of the audience. We hope that she will soon recover from her unhappy experience and be able to favor the public again in her usual capable manner.

The next event was a farewell to our esteemed friends, the Lockwoods. They will be greatly missed in our midst as they took a very active part in the social life. The evening’s performance opened with a game of whist. This created considerable excitement as the winners were nearing the goal. There was scarcely time to take a Brethour two and no time to Parker round the corners as the winning team was just two lengths ahead and making straight for the goal. The prizes presented were of a useful character. Some of our friends from the north were present for the first time this season and have a very Ven(er)able appearance as well as added distinction to the party. Our new station agent felt very Proud as he danced with the leading belles of the town. A very dainty lunch was served and four leafed clovers were seen among the viands. Later some recitations were given. Mrs. Lockwood gave some really good advice to girls which we hope will receive serious attention.

Sime nature study students from Snell’s Grove brought some specimens for identification. Among them was the lace wing, a very dainty insect with large Lacey wings, and which feeds upon the aphids. Another was the Dobson which is the aquatic larva of the order of insects known as neuropteran. In the larva stage of development it is used largely by fishermen for bait. It is well known along the banks of the Mossy. Eels are also reported to be found along this stream. The Meadows and Lees are full of such insects as the damsel and dragon flies.

The evening’s performance closed with a little dance and as the lights were low it finished up with a dance in the White, moonlight which was streaming in through the windows. Then there was a Russel for to get the wraps. The darkness acted as a Shield to some amusing episodes which were transpiring in the corridors.

The next important event was the recital given by the pupils of Prof. Williamson. The pupils reflected great credit on their teacher by the way the songs and instrumentals were given. Among them was the Flight of the Butterflies and The Thunderstorm. A little lassie of eight played a Scotch selection on the violin and was heartily encored. Representatives were presented from the various countries. The Irish were there from the Shannon while the McLean tartan represented the Highlands. Prof. Williamson represents the Toronto College of Music and his pupils were presented with diplomas from that college during the evening performance. Misses Reid, Bailey, Robertson, Hafenbrak, Munro and Hunt were the fortunate winners and nearly all passed with honors.

After these there was an adjournment and those who did not stay in their Ward at home set out on five year’s cruise on the Meighen and were shipwrecked.

–J.B.

Fork River

The Orangemen will hold their annual New Year’s Ball on January 6th. This is an annual affair and always has been one of the events of the season. Come out and enjoy yourself. The proceeds are to go to a member who lost his all by fire some days ago.

The U.F.M. has elected new officers for the year and will start out with a pie social on January 13th. Do not forget the date.

E.V. Lockwood and family have left for Englefeldt, where Mr. Lockwood will take charge of the C.N. station.

J. Schuchett is moving his old warehouse to the street and all old customers will find him open for business.

The “kiddies” are looking forward to the Christmas holidays with a grin.

Rats are becoming the pest of the village. We would like to see the council put a bounty on them. It might help rid the district of what will be the source of considerable loss of not checked.

See Fred Tilt for fire and life insurance. No one should go without insurance. The cost is small and the security is great.

Winnipegosis

The catch of fish at this point, so far, is below normal. The late mild weather made it very hard to handle the catch at all.

Enearson Bros. have taken a bunch of teams up to the northern part of the make and expect to return with fish about Dec. 20.

The Booth fisheries and the Independent Fisheries have finished storing ice for next season’s operations.

Hay and wood are coming in steadily, at $2.50 to $3 per load for hay and $3.50 to $4 per cord for seasoned poplar.

The trustees are advertising for a new principal of the school. Teachers seem to be ever on the move and keep the trustees guessing all the time. Some day the profession, like other professions, will become more permanent. Of course, in this statement I do not wish to include the gentler sex, whose chief aim (and a worthy one) is to get married.

The United Sunday school Christmas tree and entertainment on the 22nd promises to be a great success. A large number of our young people are taking part in the program. The work of training the children was no small job, and to those who gave their time the thanks of the community are due.

Inspector Martin, of the provincial police, Dauphin, arrived on Tuesday, to participate in a wolf hunt. He was joined here by Constable Black. Timber wolves are reported killing tock in the country north of the town and settlers want these dangerous animals exterminated. An Indian hunter will accompany the two constables on their expedition.

Our community, in sympathy with other places in the West has experienced a poor year. But, many of us in times gone by have seen worse days, so let us cheer up and plan for better things in the coming year.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – Dec 15 – 1921

Brakeman Tuck Killed

George F. Tuck, brakeman, was killed at noon Monday in the Canadian National Railway yards at Swan River. He jumped from the Prince Albert through freight train as it was pulling into the station. He slipped, fell backward under the moving cars, and was killed instantly. Tuck was 23 years old and a native of England. He was a returned soldier and had been a resident of Dauphin for little over a year.

The funeral took place from Farrell’s Undertaking Parlors on Wednesday afternoon to Riverside cemetery. The service was conducted by the Rev. Philip Duncan.

Fined for Assault

Fred Beyko appeared before P.M. Hawkins on Monday, December 12th, charged with assaulting Harry Derkacz. Beyko was found guilty and fined $20 and costs, amount in all to $46.75. Both parties belong to the Valley River district.

Fork River

The mighty hunters have returned from their annual trek. Some bring spoils others a long face.

The annual meeting of the U.F.M. will be held in the school house on Friday evening, December 16. This is the business meeting of the year and everyone is requested to turn out. A directors meeting will be held right after the annual meeting and the evening will finish with a dance and supper. Everyone turn out and have a good time.

The teachers are working hard on the Christmas entertainment to be held on the 22nd. The “kiddies” are rounding into shape and there is a promise of a fine evening ahead. Do not forget the date.

Municipal nomination day passed over very quickly. Reeve Robertson was returned by acclamation. In Ward 2 we have Sam Hrushovey and Joe Fedorovitch. Ward 6 Metro Fediuk, Nicola Panagopka and Arthur Shannon, while Ward 4 has Mr. Hart and Frank Thorsteinson.

T.B. Venables has completed part of his new home and has moved in for the winter. Mr. Venables will complete building operation in the spring.

James Tate lost his home by fire some days ago. The family was away at the time and as far as can be learned there was little if any fire in the stove at the time.

Stanley King was a visitor during the hunting season. Stanley is an old-timer and is always a welcome visitor.

E.V. Lockwood and family have returned from a trip to Chicago, where they were visiting Mrs. Lockwood’s folks.

Cordwood is coming into town and the price is a bit lower than for some time.

In fixing up for the winter do not forget to see Tilt for insurance. No matter what it is he has insurance to cover it.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – Dec 8 – 1921

Fine $200

Stanley Sawicki, of Sifton, appeared before magistrate Hawkins at the end of the week charged with having liquor in his possession, when arrested by chief of police Everett. He was found guilty and fined $200 and costs. The liquor was home brew and possessed a good kick Sawicki was but recently released from jail.

Fork River

The election is over, but we doubt if all are satisfied with the result. It was ever thus.

The annual meeting of the Fork River Agricultural Society will be held in the Secretary’s office, on Saturday, December 17th, at 2 p.m.

On Tuesday evening the pupils of Prof. Williamson gave a musical recital in the Orange Hall. There was a large attendance and the appreciation shown by the audience throughout the evening testified to the excellent merit of the performers. Amongst those who made their appearance for the first time were Hetty Richardson, piano solo; Mary Jane Little, piano solo; Bernice McLean, piano solo and Maisie Dobson, a little maid of 8 years whose well rendered violin solo earned for her two recalls. The style and technique displayed in the rending of the piano solos “La Papillion” by Kate Robertson, “Dance Gaciense” by Irene Bailey, “Artutus” by Blanche Hunt and “Silver Nymph” by Myrtle Munro, also the “Sonatma” by Edna Hafenbrak was above the average and gave evidence of the high standard of training those young students receive in the Fork River studio. The vocal solos by [?] Bailey and Edna Hafenbrak were well received, as were the piano duets by the misses Shannon, Richardson and Munro and pearl and Verna Reid. Congratulations and thanks were tendered Prof. Williamson for the great interest he takes in the progress of his pupils.

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Mossey River Council

The council met at Fork River, Nov. 15. All the members were present. Minutes of the last meeting read and adopted.

Communications were read from Lakeview Municipality, including copies of several resolutions. Municipal Commission, re date for Mossey River and Winnipegosis to meet in the question of the Mossey River Bridge; Dauphin Land Office, re cancellation of homestead entries; the Hudson Bay Co., as to water trouble on 12-29-20; H. Arrowsmith, re tax account; the controller of town planning, re addition to Fork River; two applications for cancellation of taxes under “The Soldiers’ Taxation Relief Act,” and the Municipal commissioner, re hail insurance.

Hunt-McLean — That the taxes on the T.A. Burrows lumber yard be cancelled to a basis of assessment of $5,000.

Marcroft-Hunt — That taxes to the amount of $20.34 standing against the S. of 2-31-18 be cancelled.

Hunt-Marcroft — That taxes against the following lands be cancelled to the amount over and above an assessment of $800. The nw, sw, and ne of 9-29-18; the nw 23-30-18; and the ne 14-31-19, and also the nw 11-29-19, to an assessment basis of $900.

Hunt-Toye — That the several resolutions submitted by the municipality of Lakeview be endorsed and that the delegates to the Municipal Convention are instructed to support them vigorously.

Marcroft-Thorsteinson — That the account of Coun. Panagobka for letting and inspecting work be passed.

Panagobka-McLean — That the following amounts of taxes be cancelled: D.A. Briggs $35.28; T.N. Briggs, jr, $75.

McLean-Toye — That the polling place for Tp. 30, Rge. 19, be Bicton Health School and for Tp. 29, Rge. 19, Wieden School.

Toye-Panagobka — That the reeve and Coun. Marcroft be a Committee to investigate the water trouble on sec. 12-29-20.

McLean-Panagobka — That the accounts as recommended by the Finance Committee be passed.

McLean-Panagobka — That the Council adjourn to meet again at the call of the reeve.

Winnipegosis

Several loads of fish have arrived from Duck Bay. As the season advances fish deliveries will be a daily occurrence.

Candidate W.J. Ward was in town Tuesday. He is billed to address several meetings in the district this week.

Rev. E Roberts returned from Dauphin on Tuesday. He had an interview with the dentist while at the big down.

The ladies in town are very busy preparing for the United Church bazaar, to be held in Friday, December 9th, in the Rex Hall, commencing at 3 p.m. A good assortment of dainty useful presents will be on sale, most suitable for Christmas presents; and tea will be served from 5 to 7 o’clock. At 8 p.m. there will be an entertainment in the hall. Admission: Adults 35 cents; children 15 cents.

Although December brings us to the half year in church work, as yet, owing to the distressing financial situation we have been able to raise only 26 per cent of the amount necessary to carry through our year’s work. It is therefore sincerely hoped that this effort to add to church funds will receive the utmost possible support of…[lost page atm]

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – Nov 24 – 1921

Fire at Fork River

Early on Friday morning last fire destroyed the store and stock of James Schuchett at Fork River. The family lived over the story and were awakened at 3 o’clock by smoke and flames. The fire had made such headway that the inmates had only time to make their escape. Very little was saved from the building. Mr. Schuchett was in Winnipeg at the time of the fire. He carried $6,000 insurance.

I.O.D.E. War Memorial

The Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire war memorial, instituted about a year and a half ago, is rapidly completing its organization, the most important object of which is to benefit the sons and daughters of decreased or disable soldiers, sailors or airmen, in connection with the clause re bursaries in Canadian universities, already ten boys and eight girls are studying in the universities and in nearly every case the universities are remitting a large portion of the tuition fees. The successful candidates for the Canadian bursaries this year, value $250 per year for four years, are as follows: Province of Manitoba James Kellett, of Winnipeg; Saskatchewan, E.W. White, Arcola; British Columbia, Kathleen Dodds, Vernon; Ontario, Gordon R. Maybee, Napanee; Quebec, E.W. Staecie, Montreal; Nova Scotia, Florence L. Tupper, Kentville. Owing to the fact the Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick did not send in any applications, the bursaries allotted to these provinces were given to Manitoba and Saskatchewan. J. Sumner, of Winnipeg, was given one of these bursaries and Wm. Blackburn, of Weyburn, the other. The clause re overseas scholarships, value $1,400 for one year—is not as yet fully completed. Four scholars were sent to British universities this year and five will be sent next year. When this clause of the memorial is complete the overseas scholarship will be given in each province each year.

Sunday Night Fire

What might have been a serious fire with disastrous consequences broke out on Sunday night at midnight. Mr. Spence, of the Royal Bank, was passing by Bowman and McFadden’s office and noticing flames, quickly raised the alarm. In a very few moments our efficient fire brigade was on the spot. The fire had started in one corner of the office between two brick walls and thus saved more series results. Mr. and Mrs. Ramsden and babe were awakened and quickly made their escape. Beyond the damage of smoke and water no serious harm was done.

Bicton Heath

Winnipegosis, Nov. 22

We are looking forward to the coming municipal election. Rumor has it that four men are going to lock horns for Ward two.

Settlers are still coming in around here; this is going to be a good farming district yet.

We are pleased to learn that Mr. Wenger and family are coming back in our midst.

The attendance at our school is now on the upward trend since the roads from up.

James Toye informs us, that the young folks are going to hold a boating party next spring. Gondolas stone boats and punts will be the order of the day. The route to be traversed is from Jas. Laidlaw’s corner to Arthur Campbell’s, and thence across country to Tom Toye’s.

Someone said Tom Toye’s wrist was swollen. “Too much hand shaking, Tom”!

An old musical ditty says: “Mary had a little lamb, etc.” Last Sunday Mr. Ogmundson met a wolf with a little lamb and he got it, and took it back it its owner.

We would like to see the Herald in a few more homes around here.

Mr. Ogmundson has about completed his new barn. He is waiting for plaster.

Say, Joe, have you spotted out the Christmas tree yet? The young and old, are looking forward for another good time.

Rev. E Roberts will commence his series of lantern lectures on the evening of November 30th at 8 p.m. everybody turn out as it will be worth seeing.

Arthur Campbell, of Sec. 14, is going to contest the reeveship this year. He has already promised Bob Toye 4 drain pipes, and a deep ditch. “Go to it Arthur.”

Fork River

The week-end excitement was the Schuchett fire Friday morning. The residents did some hustling to save the adjoining building of Fred Tilt and the pool room, run by Geo. Lloyd. Schuchett’s loss has been considerable, but he has $6,000 in insurance. The store was the best building in town and is a loss to the community.

There is a report that both Mr. Tilt and Mr. Ben Canner lost considerable sums of money during the excitement of the fire. Ben says in future he will not leave his money in his overalls.

Coun. Ab. Hunt is a juryman at the Dauphin assizes this week.

The people hereabouts are looking forward to hear some of the political spell binders hold forth before election day. So for we have had no meetings. Guess the candidates think we know how to vote anyway.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – Nov 17 – 1921

$300 from Poppy Day Sale

In commemoration of the many Canadian Soldiers who are buried on the battlefields of France and Flanders, and to mark the signing of the armistice, thousands of Red Poppies, replicas of the scarlet flowers which grow in such profusion in the devastated areas, were placed on sale last Friday, all through Manitoba.

In Dauphin the sale ladies were on the street at an early hour, and every pedestrian was politely asked the question, “Will you buy a poppy?” Scarcely a person refused and nearly every man, woman and child, wore a red flower.

Headquarters for the poppy Day campaign were established in the G.W.V.A. Hall. Proceeds of the sale amounted to about $300, half of which goes to the G.W.V.A. Building Fund, and half to the I.O.D.E. War Memorial.

La Verandrye Chapter thanks the Great War Veterans Association for the use of the rooms, the citizens in town and country for their generous response toward the campaign, and lastly the different committees of ladies, who worked so untiringly in their efforts that the sale might be a success.

Dauphin’s Population 3862

The census returns for Manitoba are now to hand. The population for he town is 3862. With the sub-divisions of Westmoore and River Heights it is 4,200. The sub-divisions are really part of the town although in the rural municipality of Dauphin. The increase since the census of 1911 is 37.19 per cent.

The population of the Electoral Division of Dauphin is 35,219. The increase since 1911 is 50.78 per cent.

The population of the province is 613,008, an increase since 1911 of 32.92 per cent.

Grandview town has a population of 846, an increase of 32.81.

Winnipegosis

Mr. Harry W. Grenon returned on Tuesday from a trip to Chicago. He states that the fish market outlook is not very bright. Prices are likely to continue low.

The open winter fishing season started on the 15th. The number of licenses issued is about 150, which is considerably less than last season. No fish, of course, will be brought down from the north until the ice is strong enough to carry the teams.

The wholesale companies operating this season are: The Booth Fisheries, The Armstrong Independent Fisheries and H.W. Grenon.

The prevailing prices for fish are 6 cents a pound for whites and 5c. for yellows.

The meeting in the interest of Mr. Cruise last week was well attended. The speakers were Messrs. Cruise and Bowman.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – Nov 10 – 1921

1921 Nov 10 – I.O.D.E.

To-morrow, Armistice Day, as a tribute to Canada’s dead heroes, members of La Verandrye Chapter will flood the streets with their hand-made poppies. Corps of workers have been enlisted for the task, and every citizen will be asked to buy a poppy in memory of a soldier “lying in Flanders fields.”

The Red Poppy was chosen by Canadian women as the fitting bower with which to honor Canada’s army on Armistice Day. It is hoped that the citizens will co-operate with us in making Canadian Poppy Day a huge success. Proceeds of the sale are solely for patriate purposes.

1921 Nov 10 – L.A. to G.W.V.A. Notes

The regular meeting will be held in the new hall on Tuesday, Nov. 15th. A full attendance is request.

The bazaar was a success. This is a feather in the ladies’ hats.

The dance will be held on Saturday as a usual in the Veterans’ new hall. Admission 50c.

1921 Nov 10 – Fork River

Your correspondent missed last week through having the hook worm or some other equally no-good excuse.

The Fork River Women’s institute met on the 5th November to receive the report of the retiring president, Mrs. E. Lockwood. The women are to be commended for the deep interest they are taking in fitting up the school kitchen.

The regular social evening of the Fork River U.F.M. will be held on Friday evening, Nov. 11. Every one turn out and have a good time. Cards and dancing will be the order of the evening.

E.V. Lockwood is disposing of his property north of the town.

Our old resident, “Bill” Tuck, says he is going west and grow up with the country. Hop-to-it, Bill, you have our best wishes.

Mike and Carl Lundy have recently purchased the livery stable of Harry Little. They intend to carry on a general dray and livery business.

The school trustees have just received their winter supply of coal. The kiddies are assured of a comfy building for winter.

The Mossey River Rural Credits Society held a meeting on the first to talk matters over with the members. Each and every member is requested to call and see the secretary on or before the next meeting, which will be held on December 3, 1921.

Mr. and Mrs. J. Peterson have left for Winnipeg, where they expect to spend the winter. Their house is for rent or sale. For terms apply to F.J. Tilt.

Mr. and Mrs. Shuchett have a friend who has just arrived from Russia, having been ten months making the trip. What a difference this lady must find between Russia and her present home.

Tax notices are out and the usual cry is heard up and down the land. Our school rate is high but we believe it could be reduced by bringing the two schools together.

Big game permits will shortly b on sale at the office of Fred J. Tilt.

N. Panagobka is putting on a sale on the 19th inst. here is a chance for those who have some spare cash.

A. Cameron, of Cypress River, was a visitor this week. Sandy is hale and hearty and is always a welcome visitor in our midst.

Our crops are not what we expected this fall but we are in far better shape than some districts in southern Manitoba. Fork River has never known an absolute crop failure and we don’t expect to. Readjustment must come after a war such as we have gone through and we feel that ere long we will be back on a pre-war basis. Good bless (? old kaiser bill.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – Nov 3 – 1921

1921 Nov 3 – Fire at Winnipegosis

Fire early Wednesday morning destroyed the stores of Isaac Bradbery and Nate Kessler. The loss will be considerable. Some insurance was carried by the firms.

1921 Nov 3 – G.W.V.A. Notes

The next regular meeting will b held on November 9th –will the members keep this date in mind and attend the meeting.

Anyone who has a supply of magazines that they are done with and have no further use for will oblige by leaving them in the reading room of the home. The reading matter will be much appreciated. The magazines will also be sent to the homesteads where reading matter is always acceptable.

Only a year now left in which to take up the soldiers’ insurance. Have you taken up any of this insurance? Over five thousand returned men have taken up the insurance; there are many more who are entitled to take advantage of it and become insured. It is a good thing to take up while it is going.

Don’t forget to support the “Poppy Ladies” on Armistice Day. Every veteran should have a poppy on that day.

Don’t fail to attend the bazaar of the Ladies’ Auxiliary to the G.W.V.A. on Thursday, November 3rd, as well as the ball at night.

Will every member see to it that he is in good stand if with the local branch. We are trying to get the new home fitted up and need all the help that we can get it.

1921 Nov 3 – H.E. Hunt Loses His Leg

H.E. Hunt, who now resides at Stettler, Alta., met with a bad gun accident on Tuesday, 1st inst. he received the charge of the gun in his leg below the knee and later had to have the leg amputated. Mrs. Hunt left for Stettler this (Thursday) morning.

1921 Nov 3 – Jury Verdict Accidental Death

The coroner’s jury empanelled at Winnipegosis on the 27th ult., to enquire into the death of Duncan Crerar, who was thrown from a wagon when his horses ran away, brought in a verdict that his death resulted from the accident.

1921 Nov 3 – October Police Records

The police records for October show that these were 13 convictions for October as follows: Two were fined for speeding, four drunks, one for breach of license by-law, two for disorderly conduct, two for running autos with cut outs on, two for breach of traffic by-law. The town’s share of the fines amounted to $110.

1921 Nov 3 – Poppies! “Lest we Forget.”

With the world-wide call to prayer for the disarmament of the Nations, there comes through “The Imperial Order Daughters of Empire” a national call to service. The fingers that were used so long to plying the busy knitting needles are not content to remain idle. There is work yet to be done—great and noble work, and every loyal Canadian must feel it a privilege to share the responsibility which the Daughters of Empire have assumed. The Poppies bloom in Flanders Field over the graves of many an unknown hero, who, when he gave his life for his country, have his all; and somewhere under the British flag his children may be struggling through life without the advantages that would make of them men and women worthy to fill the gaps left by the war. Many an inventive genius, many a brilliant mind may be lost to the wold because of the lack of resources to finance an advanced education.

And herein lies the work of The Daughters of Empire for many future years—to maintain the fund established, by them for enabling the worthy sons and daughters of fallen British soldiers, sailors and aviators, to obtain the best educational advantages the country can afford, thus making of them an asset of which the nation may be proud.

Has any monument so grad yet been erected to the memory of our Canadian heroes?

To keep alive the spirit of patriotism, and inspire the sentiment in the minds of the young, the women of our National Chapter, and all its auxiliaries, have, during the past weeks been engaged in marking “Poppies”, which they expect will be purchased and worn on “Armistice Day” by every loyal British subject. Though it is “Only a scrap of paper” it will be the duty of every parent and teacher in the land to wear one and tell the children the “Old Old Story” of that for which the Poppy stands the story of—

“The day when our hearts were wrung

And our Country’s Banner a half-mast hung

For the loss of our lads in brown

‘Twas a Nation’s grief, but an Empire’s gain

For they fell, that Empire to maintain

And that peace and liberty still might reign

In every man’s home town.

How best can we honor our noble dead—

Can storied marble a halo shed

To glorify Khaki Brown?

No! Let us open the doors of learning wide

To the sons and daughters of those who died

At Ypres and Vimy and Somme’s red tide,

For the sake of their own home town.

And in future years when the mists roll by,

And a world shall ask the reason why

These sleep in Khaki Brown,

Old Time will flutter his hoary wing,

And say in a voice with a gladsome ring,

“They died that a nobler race might spring

From the boys of our own home town.”

1921 Nov 3 – Thieves Enter Tailor’s Shop

Solomon’s tailor shop was entered Sunday night and two pair of pants and a grey jacket taken. Entrance was gained through a window in the rear of the shop. The window was being repaired and had been left unsecured.

1921 Nov 3 – Wife Beater Given Two Months

Edward Radford, a homesteader of the Shergrove district, appeared before magistrate Rheaume at Ste. Rose du Lac, on Saturday, October 29th, charged with beating his wife. He was found guilty and sentenced to two months in the Dauphin jail at hard labor.

1921 Nov 3 – Winnipegosis

The hatchery boat is now bringing in the roughfish which were caught while taking spawn.

Messrs. Toye, McDonald, Joe Bickel, Shears, Ketcheson, Sieffert, Denby, Brown, and Giggins attended the Union government convention at Dauphin, when Robert Cruise was again nominated as a government supporter.

A community club is being formed at this point, under the direction of Mr. Shears. Singing will be taken up as one of the first features of the winter’s programme.

Coroner’s juries do some funny things. In his evidence at the inquest of Duncan Crerar, Dr. Bottomley gave it as his opinion that deceased came to his death as a result of apoplexy. Yet in the face of this evidence the jury brought in a verdict that death was due to his being thrown out of a wagon, due to deceased’s horses running away.

Mrs. Theo. Johnson returned to town on Tuesday, from Dauphin. She shortly leaves for Fort William, where she will spend the winter.

The politicians are beginning to get busy. Handshaking has started, but the campaign cigar has not yet made its appearance.

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1916 Staff and Student Attendees of the Marieval Indian Residential School

The following transcription is from the 1916 Canadian Census of Prairie Provinces which captured the names of staff and students at the Marieval school.

You can find copies of the census on the government of Canada’s website. The pages that captured this information are from the Indian Reserves electoral district, sub-district description is Crooked Lake Agency, Reserve no. 73 – Cowessess – Qu’Appelle, pages 11 and 12.

Search the 1916 Canadian Census here.

For ease of access, I have linked these pages here (page 11) and here (page 12).

1916 Census Marieval Residential School Staff

Name		Position	Sex	Age	Tribal Origin	Mother Tongue
J.B.	Beys	Principal	Male	40	French	French
Clara	Boisert	Mother Superior	Female	43	French	French
Laura	Collins	Assistant	Female	34	French	French
Eliza	Dufault	Assistant	Female	37	French	French
Gauthier	Eugene	Assistant	Male	44	French	French
Peter	Kerouanton	Servant	Male	22	French	French
Rose	Langstaff	Assistant	Female	35	Irish	French
A.	Lariviere	Assistant	Female	33	French	French
Maria	Le Blanc	Assistant	Female	31	French	French
Mary	Mousseau	Assistant	Female	24	French	French
N.A.	Roiselle	Assistant	Male	47	French	French

1916 Census Marieval Residential School Students

Name		Sex	Age	Tribal Origin	Mother Tongue
Raphael	Agecoutay	Male	10	Cree	Cree
Thersa	Agecoutay	Female	7	Cree	Cree
Delina	Aisaican	Female	7	Cree	Cree
Isaac	Aisaican	Male	15	Cree	Cree
Martha	Aisaican	Female	15	Cree	Cree
Matthew	Aisaican	Male	7	Cree	Cree
Riel	Aisaican	Male	11	Cree	Cree
Stephen	Aisaican	Male	11	Cree	Cree
Xavier	Aisaican	Male	8	Cree	Cree
Maggie	Allary	Female	10	Cree	Cree
Maria	Allary	Female	12	Cree	Cree
Albert	Belanger	Female	13	Cree	Cree
Alexandre	Belanger	Male	15	Cree	Cree
Alexina	Belanger	Female	9	Cree	Cree
Simon	Belanger	Male	8	Cree	Cree
Theophile	Belanger	Male	18	Cree	Cree
Elenore	Delorme	Female	13	Cree	Cree
Emerance	Delorme	Female	12	Cree	Cree
Emerise	Delorme	Female	17	Cree	Cree
Francoise	Delorme	Female	7	Cree	Cree
Leon	Delorme	Male	12	Cree	Cree
Pierre	Delorme	Male	14	Cree	Cree
St. Pierre	Delorme	Male	13	Cree	Cree
Louis	Gunn	Male	10	Cree	Cree
Seraphine	LaVallee (Lavallee)	Female	13	Cree	Cree
Theresa	LaVallee (Lavallee)	Female	16	Cree	Cree
Angus	Lerat	Male	15	Cree	Cree
Alexandre	Lerat	Male	10	Cree	Cree
Alfred	Lerat	Male	9	Cree	Cree
Daniel	Lerat	Male	13	Cree	Cree
Helen	Lerat	Female	14	Cree	Cree
Louis	Lerat	Male	10	Cree	Cree
Marguerite	Lerat	Female	16	Cree	Cree
Veronique	Lerat	Female	16	Cree	Cree
Marie	Nepahpiness	Female	14	Cree	Cree
Agnes	Nesahcamapeness	Female	9	Cree	Cree
Elizabeth	Nesahcamapeness	Female	17	Cree	Cree
John	Nitamarike	Male	9	Cree	Cree
Eliza	Peltier	Female	15	Cree	Cree
Louise	Peltier (Pelletier)	Female	13	Cree	Cree
Marie	Peltier (Pelletier)	Female	18	Cree	Cree
Napoleon	Peltier (Pelletier)	Male	10	Cree	Cree
St. Pierre	Wapamoose	Male	10	Cree	Cree
Henriette	Young	Female	15	Cree	Cree
Victor	Young	Male	10	Cree	Cree

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1926 Staff and Student Attendees of the Marieval Indian Residential School

The Marieval Indian Residential School, also known as the Cowessess school, was located in the Qu’Appelle valley, south of Crooked Lake. It opened on December 19, 1898 and closed on June 30, 1997. During its operation, it was managed by the Oblate Fathers of Mary Immaculate, then later the Oblate Indian and Eskimo Commission and finally the Cowessess Board of Education.

You can learn more about the Marieval Indian Residential School, and other recognized schools under the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement (IRSSA), by visiting the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation’s digital archive. I highly recommend reading the School Narrative which outlines important information and major events at the school.

Read more about Marieval here.

The following transcription is from the 1926 Canadian Census of Prairie Provinces which captured the names of staff and students at the Marieval school. You can find copies of the census on the government of Canada’s website. The pages that captured this information are from the Qu’Appelle electoral district, district number 30, sub-district 61, pages 1 and 2.

Search the 1926 Canadian Census here.

For ease of access, I have made these pages available here (page 1) and here (page 2).

A note about the transcription, I’ve transcribed the information as written in the census record. The term “Indian” is outdated and may be considered offensive. The term should only be used when in reference to status persons under the Indian Act.

You can read more about terminologies such as Indigenous, Aboriginal, Indian, Métis, Inuit, etc. here.

1926 Census Marieval Residential School Staff

Name		Position	Sex	Age	Tribal Origin	Mother Tongue
Joseph	Carriere	Head	Male	59	French	French
Fiebranie	Bergeron	Employee	Female	36	French	French
John	Chisholm	Employee	Male	86	Scotch	English
Laura	Collins	Employee	Female	44	French	French
Dovat	Fafard	Employee	Male	59	French	French
Ida	Hibotte	Employee	Female	29	French	French
Pierre	Kerouanton	Employee	Male	32	French	French
Alexina	Kerouanton	Employee’s wife	Female	21	French	French
Louis	Kerouanton	Employee’s son	Male	3	French	French
Joseph Paul	Kerouanton	Employee’s son	Male	2/12	French	French
Rose	Langstaff	Employee	Female	45	French	French
Alice	Lapierre	Employee	Female	36	French	French
Graziella	Maynard	Employee	Female	36	French	French
William	Moss	Employee	Male	38	English	English
Henry	Pichon	Employee	Male	26	French	French
Claudia	Rochelian	Employee	Female	42	French	French
Nocla	Tougas	Employee	Female	31	French	French

1926 Census Marieval Residential School Students

Name		Sex	Age	Tribal Origin	Mother Tongue
Agnes Bella	Acoose	Female	14	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Joseph Gabriel	Acoose	Male	15	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Joseph Riel	Acoose	Male	13	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Mary Jimamia	Acoose	Female	14	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
May Lucy	Acoose	Female	11	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Rosalie	Acoose	Female	11	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Edward	Agecoutay	Male	9	Cree Indian	Cree
Emma	Agecoutay	Female	7	Cree Indian	Cree
Eva	Agecoutay	Female	14	Cree Indian	Cree
Isidore	Agecoutay	Male	7	Cree Indian	Cree
Agnes	Aisaican	Female	14	Cree Indian	Cree
Albert	Aisaican	Male	12	Cree Indian	Cree
Andrew	Aisaican	Male	10	Cree Indian	Cree
Emanuel	Aisaican	Male	16	Cree Indian	Cree
Isadore	Aisaican	Male	17	Cree Indian	Cree
Jeremie	Aisaican	Male	14	Cree Indian	Cree
Joseph Victor	Aisaican	Male	9	Cree Indian	Cree
Leon	Aisaican	Male	8	Cree Indian	Cree
Marie Louise	Aisaican	Female	8	Cree Indian	Cree
Olivia	Aisaican	Female	10	Cree Indian	Cree
Delvina	Bellehumeur	Female	10	French Half-Breed¹	French
Esther	Bellehumeur	Female	13	French Half-Breed	French
Mary Catherine	Bellehumeur	Female	15	French Half-Breed	French
Agnes	Borden	Female	6	Cree Indian²	Saulteaux
Josephine	Borden	Female	10	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Alice	Delorme	Female	11	Indian³	Cree
Amable	Delorme	Male	7	Cree Indian	Cree
Ambrose	Delorme	Male	8	Cree Indian	Cree
Ambrose Charles	Delorme	Male	12	Cree Indian	Cree
Clara	Delorme	Female	10	Cree Indian	Cree
Clement	Delorme	Male	10	Cree Indian	Cree
Florence	Delorme	Female	13	Cree Indian	Cree
Francis	Delorme	Male	8	Cree Indian	Cree
Francoise	Delorme	Female	17	Cree Indian	Cree
Helene	Delorme	Female	11	Indian	Cree
Isabella	Delorme	Female	12	Cree Indian	Cree
James	Delorme	Male	14	Cree Indian	Cree
Rosalie	Delorme	Female	8	Cree Indian	Cree
Phillippe	Henry	Male	16	French Half-Breed	Cree
Gilbert	Lafontaine	Male	16	French Half-Breed	French
Marie	Lafontaine	Female	12	French Half-Breed	French
Norman	Lafontaine	Male	10	French Half-Breed	French
Peter	Lafontaine	Male	8	French Half-Breed	French
Agnes	Lavallee	Female	17	Cree Indian	Cree
Celina	Lavallee	Female	15	Cree Indian	Cree
Florestine	Lavallee	Female	15	French Half-Breed	French
Virginie	Lavallee	Female	13	Cree Indian	Cree
Emilie	Lerat	Female	11	Cree Indian	Cree
Florence	Lerat	Female	10	Cree Indian	Cree
George	Lerat	Male	16	Cree Indian	Cree
George	Lerat	Male	11	Cree Indian	Cree
Henrietta	Lerat	Female	16	Cree Indian	Cree
Alice	Louison	Female	6	Cree Indian	Cree
Moses	Northwind	Male	8	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Eliza	Nowekeseswape	Female	15	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Clementine	Pelletier	Female	11	Indian	Cree
Dovat	Pelletier	Male	14	Cree Indian	Cree
Edward	Pelletier	Male	10	Cree Indian	Cree
Elizabeth	Pelletier	Female	14	Cree Indian	Cree
Robert	Pelletier	Male	11	Cree Indian	Cree
Sampson	Pelletier	Male	15	Cree Indian	Cree
Theresa	Pelletier	Female	9	Cree Indian	Cree
John Baptiste	Redwood	Male	13	Cree Indian	Cree
Joseph	Redwood	Male	15	Cree Indian	Cree
Georgina	Smoker	Female	9	Cree Indian	Cree
Adeline	Sparvier	Female	10	Cree Indian	Cree
Lily Jane	Still	Female	10	Cree Indian	Cree
Rose Alice	Trottier	Female	9	Cree Indian	Cree
Alice	Two Voice	Female	16	Cree Indian	Cree
Marie Anne	Two Voice	Female	15	Indian	Cree
Joseph Paul	Wapamoose	Male	16	Cree Indian	Cree
Joseph	Williams	Male	14	Saulteaux Indian	Saulteaux
Joseph Cleophas	Young	Male	10	Cree Indian	Cree

¹ Outdated and insensitive term for Métis of French and Indigenous ancestry.

² I believe this is an error, and Agnes should be listed as from the Saulteaux Tribe.

³ For some students the enumerator did not list their tribe of origin, however, this information can likely be assumed based on information found in this table.

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Updates

I made a large update to the Mossey River Honour Roll page.

I have added names to all of the communities listed under WWII: Ethelbert, Fishing River, Fork River, Sifton, and Winnipegosis. I have also added a number of dates of death which were previously missing in the WWI and WWII lists based on obituaries I have found in the Winnipeg Free Press and Dauphin Herald.

I have created a separate page for the list of teachers at the Mowat School 1232. Previously this was under the general page for the school. I have also added brith and death dates for those I could identify in the Winnipeg Free Press and Dauphin Herald.

Finally, I added a page for teachers of the North Lake School. Currently, this list is under the Mowat drop down although it will be moved when I create a North Lake School page.

My plan is to add to the transcribed lists of students.

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Indigenous Genealogy Work – Joseph Pelletier (1876-1943)

Edited January 23, 2022, with updated information provided to me by a Lerat cousin.

Conducting research on my Indigenous ancestors has always posed a challenge for me. Limits to records—their availability, ease of access, and even their existence has made research much slower.

I’ve had very little success with Saskatchewan’s vital statistics records and hit or miss success with census records which have aided me the most in my research. Knowing very little about my Indigenous ancestors at the start of my genealogy journey meant I had to rely on what I could find but that means there are inaccuracies and mysteries abound.

This past year I decided to try searching Treaty annuity records to see if I can find more information on this part of my family. What a treasure trove! Although limited in their capacity, I discovered so much which hadn’t known before 2019.

Only a portion of Treaty annuity records have been digitized, from 1974 to 1909, and there is still leg-work required to go through the microfilm to locate the right reserve. As of January 23rd, 2022, I have created indexes to make less work for researchers.

It was by browsing through these records that I discovered Marie Adele Lerat (1888-1918) was not my grandfather’s biological mother, but his step-mother.

I’ve had a suspicion that this was the case but had no proof to confirm. It does account for the name changes in census records as well as for the gap between my grandfather Napoleon Pelletier (1905-1985) and his brother Robert Louis Pelletier (1915-2001).

The list of Treaty annuity list reels is here:
https://heritage.canadiana.ca/view/oocihm.lac_mikan_133552

Here’s a blog post which identifies what Treaties and years are covered on each digitized reel:
https://www.dibaajimowin.com/tawnkiyash/treaty-annuity-paylists (dead link)

In the 1895, band member #46 of Cowessess, Hyacinth Pelletier (1849-1906) had a son who married the daughter of band member #13. At this time, Hyacinth and his wife drew an annuity payment. It also states that one grandson died sometime after the previous year’s payment.

1895. Treaty Annuity List.

The newly married couple would draw from #157. Here we see Joseph Pelletier (1876-1943) and an ‘unnamed’ wife. It’s unfortunate that many of the records at this time only record the name of the person collecting annuity on behalf of their family. The unnamed wife was Marie Caroline Aisaican (1878-1909).

Caroline’s (1878-1909) father was Aisaican (English=Clarified Maple Sugar) (1830-???) and her mother was Julie Sparvier (1848-???). In the 1905 census records I found the Aisaican family listed as Sparvier as well. Sparvier is also the surname used for Caroline in some of the Baptisms records.

In 1895, Aisaican (1830-???) had a wife, a son, and two daughters living on reserve with him. One of his sons, William Aisaican (1876-???), married the daughter of #126 and he also had one son who was living at Turtle Mountain. There were also a number of Pelletiers who traveled back and forth to Turtle Mountain.

In the 1901 census, Joseph (1876-1943) and Caroline (1878-1909) can be found living with two daughters: Marie Sarah (1897-???) and Marie Josephine (1899-1984). The family had already suffered the loss of two children, an unnamed boy who was born and died in 1896 and Mary Jane who was born and died in 1901.

It’s interesting to note that Caroline (1878-1909) is listed as Saulteaux while Joseph (1876-1843) is listed as French. In other records he’s listed as a ‘French-Breed’ and ‘Cree’. Further research informed me he is a descendent of a Red River Métis family, but that is a post for another day.

The family is found again in the 1906 records. This is the first record my grandfather is recorded in. It also lists his sisters Marie Sarah (1897-???), Marie Josephine (1899-1984), and Marie Louise (1903-1980). Too bad there is not much else recorded in this census.

Caroline’s death is recorded in the 1909 Treaty annuity list and in further research I found she died on January 25th, 1909. In this record, we see Joseph has one son and three daughters living on reserve with him. Additionally, there is a mark at the opposite end of the document which shows one woman died between the last annuity payment and this one.

Interestingly enough, Joseph (1876-1943) married Philomène Daniel (1888-1911) on July 20th, 1909, less than six months after Caroline’s death. There were four children who needed looking after, I imagine this played a part in the hasty marriage.

I learned the pair had a son on August 23rd, 1910, named J. Albert who died before his first birthday, on January 10th, 1911. Sadly, Philomène died only a few months later on June 28th, 1911. She lived long enough to be recorded in the 1911 census but I don’t have much information Philomène and must conduct more research.

The family can be found in the 1911 census records. All of Joseph’s children from his previous marriage can be found: Marie Sarah, Marie Josephine, Marie Louise, and Napoleon. Additionally, although the document states Hyacinth (1949-1906) is living with them, this is incorrect. Hyacinth died in 1906, this is recorded in the 1906 Treaty annuity payment list. Thus it is Julienne LaVallee (1853-???), his mother!

On April 22nd, 1912, after Philomène’s death, Joseph (1876-1911) married Marie Adele Lerat (1888-1918). I’ve identified four children by Adele: John (1913-1913), Robert Louis (1915-2001), Theresa Elizabeth (1916-2005), and J. Silvestre (1918-1918).

Adele (1888-1918) and family can be found in the 1916 census where only Robert (1915-2001) is listed with his mother and father. The other children are either at residential school or have married.

1916 Census.

In 1918, Joseph lost both his son and his third wife on November 7th and November 10th, 1918, respectively. There are quite a number of individuals within my family living on Cowessess and Ochapowace who died during the height of the influenza pandemic. In fact, there are Indian Affairs reports which talk about the high number of deaths in the Crooked Lake Agency.

In the 1921 census, Joseph Pelletier (1876-1943) is listed with his children Marie Josephine (1899-1984), Marie Louise (1903-1980), Napoleon (1905-1985), Robert (1915-2001), and a new child born after the death of Adele (1888-1918). Her name was Marie Anne (1920-1999) and it appears she was the daughter of Marie Josephine (1899-1894) and James Atcikate (???-???). I must do further research on Marie’s father James as I have only found him in one document provided to me recently.

In the 1926 census, Joseph (1876-1942) and his new wife, Ernestina Chaboyer (1880-???) whom he married on December 16th, 1925, are living together. Also living with them is Napoleon (1905-1985) and Joseph’s mother, Julienne LaVallee (1853-???). The other children Robert (1915-2001) and Theresa (1916-2005) can be found at the Cowessess residential school. There is no mention of Marie Anne (1920-1999) who must also be at the residential school but as of January 2022 I have not found yet.

1926 Census.

In a recent document that was provided to me, it appears Joseph (1876-1943) and Ernestina (1880-???) adopted a girl named Eva Patricia Ward (1930-???) who married Andrew Sparvier (???-???). This is new information as of January 2022 and which requires further research.

Joseph (1876-1943) passed away on September 23rd, 1943, in Broadview, Saskatchewan, and that is where my research ends for now.

In any case, this is just some of the information I have been able to unearth in the last year alone thanks to the Treaty annuity list as well as most recently with communications with other family members.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – April 29, 1920

G.W.V.A.

We regret to learn that Comrade Roy Armstrong has resigned the secretaryship of the association. His work with the soldier settlement board as supervisor takes him away from town so much he could not attend to the duties.
Comrade Bates was in the city last attending a meeting of the executive of the provincial command when a lot of routine work was put through.
A number of returned boys are looking for homestead and soldier grant lands these days and the country south of Dauphin Lake will be well taken up this spring and a large amount of breaking will be done if we only get the right weather from now on. The rooms are proving of great service to these men.
We are sorry to learn that a great number of the soldier settlers lost a large amount of stock on account of the hard winter and the shortage of feed.
At a meeting of the executive Comrade E.C. Batty was asked to act as secretary-treasurer for the local branch of the association to fill in the term of Comrade R. Armstrong, who has resigned. Comrade Batty has agreed to fill the breach.
The Ladies’ Auxiliary held a very successful dance on Friday last. The ladies are doing good work and same is appreciated by the association.
Returned men should note that school lands are now open for soldier settlement, and any returned man may apply for an examination and estimation on any particular parcel.
Capt. Scrase has gone to Banff to take treatment and it is hoped by all the comrades that he will greatly benefit and will return to Dauphin fully restored to good heath.
Comrades Lys and Armstrong are waiting on the roads to dry up till they try out their Henry Fords. Watch for smoke when Hugh gets at the wheel.

Mossey River Council

The council met at Fork River on the 12th inst., all members being present. He minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted.
Communications were read from the Bank of Nova Scotia, re line of credit; The C.N. Town Properties, re roadway; the Dept. of Education; the H.B. Co.’s, re road divergence, 3-3-16, and the Provincial Board of Health, re district nurse.
Yakavanka-Panageika — That the clerk write the municipalities of Ethelbert and Winnipegosis and ask if they will cooperate with this municipality in the matter of a district nurse.
Marcroft-Thorsteinson — That the discount and penalty, amounting to $9.14 against the s.w. 13-41-19, be cancelled.
Hunt-Yakavanka — That the account of Peter Drainian for delivering [pilng] at Fork River, $11.40, be paid.
Marcroft-Hunt — That the action of the committee on seed grain in securing wheat, barley and flax be endorsed, and that the two samples of oats now sown are satisfactory.
Hunt-Marcroft — That the gravel which will be required for the foundation of the soldiers’ monument be procured at once and that the matter be placed in the hands of the reeve.
Marcroft-Hunt — That the secretary write the returned soldiers’ committee thanking the organization for its kind appreciation of the council’s action regarding the mater of a monument in memory of the fallen soldiers.
Hunt-Marcoft — That the services of an engineer be procured to lay out certain roads throughput the municipality and giving an estimate of the cost. This with a view to borrowing money by the issue of debentures for the building of such roads.
Marcroft-Yakavanka — That the clerk ask for tenders for the peeling of the timber now in the municipal yard. Tenders to be received up to April 30th, and that the reeve and clerk be a committee to deal with the matter.
Hunt-Marcroft – That Robert Allen be employed to run the road engine for the season of 1920, and that his remuneration be $1 an hour.
Marcroft-Hunt — That the clerk ask for applications for man to run grader for the season of 1920.
Yakavanka-Namaka — That the declaration of the reeve $23.60, and Coun. Marcroft, $12.70, for letting and inspecting work be passed.
Hunt-Yakavanka — That Coun. Marcroft be authorized to call for tenders for the building of a bridge, 20 feet, on road allowance east of 34-31-19.
Panageika-Yakavanka — That a grant of $25 be made to the Fork River Boys’ and Girls’ club for the year 1919.
The accounts as recommended by the finance committee were ordered paid.
Marcorft-Thorsteinson — hat the reeve, clerk and Coun. Hunt be a committee to look for suitable sites for the soldiers’ memorial.
By-laws were passed authorizing the purchase of seed grain and cancelling soldiers’ taxes.

Ethelbert

The meetings took place on Thursday evening of Mr. William S. K[illegible], of Dauphin and Miss Florence J. [illegible], of Ethelbert.
[illegible] Adams, of Winnipegosis, has been appointed registration clerk for the east half of the Ethelbert constituency, and [illegible] Skaife, of Ethelbert, has been appointed registration clerk for the west half.

Winnipegosis

The Dramatic society have two performances of “The Private Secretary” last week. Mr. Shears in the title part was very good indeed. We did not know he could be so funny. Mr. Lamont as the Uncle from India was excellent; his acting was perfectly smooth and full of life. A new addition to the society was r. D.C. Brown, of the Bank of Nova Scotia here. He had an easy stage presence on the whole and a good voice. Our old friend Mr. Wilis is getting into a habit of trotting about too much. He is an old favorite and we don’t want to see him acquiring bad habits. The ladies all did well. Mrs. Shears’ voice was all it should have been in calling upon the spirits for a sign. Miss McMartin, as the daughter of the house and Miss Leith McMartin, as the widowed landlady, were both good. Miss Woodiow, who possess a striking beauty, was a most charming little girl on the stage n her flame colored dress. The make-ups were all good, some of them exceptionally so. Mr. Ketcheson, as the tailor, was very good indeed also Mr. Roberts.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – April 22, 1920

G.W.V.A. Notes

We wish all comrades to note that before they can make entry on Dominion Lands, both homestead and soldiers grant, they must have attestation certificates. If they will look after this matter before time of making entry, it will save them a lot of trouble and delay.
We note that Comrade Roy Armstrong is now with the Soldier Settlement Board as supervisor and takes in the district of Winnipegosis, Ochre River and Makinak.
At the last meeting of the Association we had a very fair attendance to hear Comrade Batty give his report of Montreal convention. He gave a general outline of the work done at the convention. We hope to see an increased interest in the meetings. Come out to them. The matter of the War Veterans’ home was up before the meeting and some discussion took place. We are still waiting on the results of the work of the Memorial Committee before making any public campaign for funds for our building. In the meantime we are getting all the money we can gather toward our building fund.
Comrade Herman, of Ashville, who has been in the hospital, is convalescent.
Comrade Garth Johnston has gone to Prairie River to start operations on his farm.
Hugh Lys and E.R. Bewell, supervisors for the S.S.B., are out on soldier settlement work.
We have had a number of men make use of the rooms this month while passing through and who appreciate same very much.

Bicton Health

Winnipegosis, April 20.
The rain Tuesday was welcome. Warmer weather is now assured. Don’t let us be impatient; you know we are promised seedtime and harvest as long as the world lasts.
The United Famers of the district held a meeting on the 17th at the home of Mr. Dumas. Important business was transacted. A resolution was passed requesting the Grain Growers to build an elevator at Winnipegosis the coming summer. The question of taking political action was brought up and discussed. A vote showed the meeting to be in favor of such a move.
The corduroy road leading to the school is nearly complete.
James Laidlaw is drawing his house and stable over to the homestead.
Frank Sharp has purchased a fine team of horses from Mr. Pruder.
A meeting will be held in the Orange Hall, Fork River, on the 27th inst. and it is expected that delegates from every local in the Ethelbert constituency will be present and it will then be decided whether a farmers’ candidate will be placed in the field.

Fork River

Father and Son Banquet—Boys’ work has come right into the limelight in Fork River with the introduction of the Canadian standard efficiency training under a local advisory council composed of Messrs. W. King, J. Williamson, A.J. Little, Fred. Cooper, C.E. Bailey and Milton Cooper.
A Trail Rangers’ camp has been formed with E.V. Lockwood as mentor, Robt. Williams chief ranger; Arthur Jameson, sub ranger Nathan Schucett, tally, and Ben Schucett, cache.
So interested are the boys that the ladies of the district, to encourage them, supplied a splendid banquet on Friday night last at which some 43 fathers and sons sat down and enjoyed the substantial repast. When the eating was finished the chief ranger bade them toast “The King,” which was done with musical honors.
The following toasts were enthusiastically honored: “Canada,” proposed by Arthur Jameson; “Tuxis Boys,” by N. Schuchett; “Our Dads,” by B. Schuchett; “Our Sons,” by W. King. A very nice little speech by D. Robertson on the “Kind of Dad I Like,” was responded to with excellent advice to boys on the “Kind of Son I Like,” by D.F. Wilson. “Our Homes” was given by Mr. Lockwood, and this was followed by three sort addresses by Prof. Williamson on the advantages of an education; Tuxis boys at large by Rev. H.P. Barrett and the boy and the church by Rev. E. Roberts. Votes of thanks to boys, ladies, speakers and officers were proposed by W. King, D. Lockwood, E.V. Lockwood and Rev. H.P. Barrett. The national anthem brought to a close an evening long to be remembered in the annuals of Fork River.

CORRESPONDENT CRITICIZED.
To the Editor of the Dauphin Herald:

SIR:—
O’wad some power the giftie gie us
To see ourselves as others see us.
So wrote the poet long years ago and we hope the writer of the article in your last issue entitled, “Fork River,” will be given that blessed gift, it may reach him sometime that it is very bad form to wash his dirty linen in public and still worse to do it in such a way as to convey the impression that it is editorial news.
Have very good first hand information as to all that happened at the returned soldiers “get together” in Fork River on a recent Saturday night and I suggest that the moralist who penned the account in the paper would be better employed in taking an active and religious interest in the welfare of the young folk of the district than in writing scurrilous articles under the cover of anonymity.
I am dear sir, yours faithfully,
HARRY P. BARRETT,
Priest in charge of Fork River.

Winnipegosis

The regular monthly meeting of the Women’s Institute was held on Friday evening, April 16th, in the Union Church. A large number of the members were present. After the business was finished. Dr. Medd gave an interesting and most instructive address on “Child Welfare,” which was greatly appreciated by all present. The social part of the evening consisted in songs and a recitation, which were much enjoyed. Tea was served by the refreshment committee. The proceeds of the evening were placed to the credit of the Library fund.
The Fisherman’s ball, held last Thursday at the Rex Hall, was a great success.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – April 15, 1920

Fork River

We are spending a great deal of time and money in these days for the education and general moral uplift of the rising generations and we look with pride on what as a rule is being accomplished by the large majority of our teachers and we are expecting great results when those girls and boys who are now being trained shall have reached womanhood and manhood, but one is led to wonder what chance these girls and boys have of becoming any more than just the ordinary careless going, complaining class that we are accustomed to meet at this time, when they are witnessing and hearing about the daily and nightly revels that often take place in some our little villages in Manitoba. The demoralizing influence of the pool table, dice, cards and whiskey is destroying and damning the lives of those who are growing and grown-up; we are hoping that there will be no more exhibitions such as reported from the famous village on the river out north last Saturday night and Sunday morning. We boast of our freedom and civilization let us when we get the opportunity vote for a “bone dry” province and show that our desire is to free those who are slaves to whiskey; le us save them from the greatest curse to civilization. It is not so much the high cost of living that is the cause of the unrest of to day, but the greater part of it is caused by the wanton, careless and extravagant habits of people who are living only for pleasure and not seeking to make the world any better. Let us do less talking, and do more thinking, and we will understand more about the true reason for the unsettled conditions of today, before we have better conditions, we must improve our habits of life, the love of pleasure, is equally as bad as the love of money in its effect on the mind, and a great deal worse for the pocket.

Fork River

The regular meeting of the Mossey River U.F.M. took place on Friday evening, April 9th. There was a good attendance and several questions of importance were discussed. President Hafenbrak tendered his resignation, and it was accepted on condition that be accept the vice-presidency. The new officers are, president, J. Williamson; first vice, F.F. Hafenbrak; 2nd vice, D.F. Wilson; auditor, T.B. Venables. The two directors elected were Mrs. J.W. Williamson and Mrs. D.F. Wilson, jr. The meeting was a decided success and it is hoped that the next one will be even better. After the business of the association was finished the ladies served a lunch, after which dancing was the order until the “we sma’ hours.” At the next meeting, which takes place on May 9th, the site of the Soldiers’ Memorial will be discussed. It is hoped that those interested will turn out and let the public see that they are interested in such questions. Every one is welcome to these meetings but only members are entitled to vote.
At the last social evening of the Literary club of the season, Prof. Williamson was tendered a vote of thanks and Mr. Wm. King presented with a valuable fountain pen.
The postponed father and son banquet will be held in the Orange Hall on April 16.
The Rev. H.P. Barrett will hold communion in All Saints’ Church on Sunday, 18th inst.
Mr. T.B. Venables has received two nice yearling pure bred Hereford bulls from Mitchell Bros., of Norton, Ont. One of the animals is for W. Craighill.
Mr. Paulin, of the International Harvester Co., spent a few days here lately putting up power machinery for W. King, agent, who has a large stock of Titans, engines and other machinery and farm implements for the season’s trade.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – April 8, 1920

Fork River

Miss Ina Briggs and Miss Hess, teachers of the Fork River school, are spending the Easter holidays at their respective homes.
The father and son banquet has been postponed.
Several of our farmers are investing in the better breeds of cattle, pigs and poultry this spring. Among the purchasers are F. Hafenbrak a pure bred sow and Rhode Island Red poultry, and H. Little a bull.
Tenders are being called through the columns of the Herald for our proposed new brick school. The new building should be worthy of our growing village and district.
W. King has disposed of all his barred rock cockerels, but still has a few white rock cockerels left.

Winnipegosis

The question of the day, “is the cold weather ever going to let up?”
On Saturday, April 3rd, the Ladies’ Sewing Circle of the United Church held a sale of homemade cooking at Mrs. Houchin’s ice cream parlor, was kindly pleased at their disposal for the occasion. Tea was served from 3 to 5 p.m., and the total amount realized was $31.70.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – April 1, 1920

Fork River
Death of Nat Little

Nathan Little, one of our best known residents, passed away suddenly on the 18th ult. Deceased was 63 years of age, and was born in Bowmanville, Ont. He came west to Cyprus River in 1879. After remaining there for a time he moved to Monticello, Minnesota. After spending a few years there he returned to Canada and located at Fork River 19 years ago and carried on a general store. He is survived by Mrs. Little, two daughters and a son. The daughters are Mrs. Robert Rowe and Mrs. Ed Cameron, Neepawa, and Mr. Harry Little, Fork River. The body was interned in the local cemetery.

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Today in the Dauphin Herald – March 25, 1920

Bicton Heath

The work of corduroying is in full swing. It looks at present as if the road to the school is going to be covered this year.
The Grain Growers next meeting will be held on April 2nd, at 7.30. There should be a full attendance.
Capt. McCaughey, of the Salvation Army, Dauphin, was a visitor to this district recently. Magic lantern views were given by the captain in the school during his visit.
W. Cooper has purchased a tractor. This is a sign of development.
Mr. Gourlay, in his letter in the Herald, made some important points. We are quite interested in the controversy between Mr. Nicholson and Mr. Gourlay.
Capt. Russell will give his report of the convention held at Brandon at the G.G. meeting on April 2nd.

Mossey River Council

Council met on March 18th, Coun. Thorsteinson and Namaka absent. The minutes of last meeting were read and adopted.
Communications were read from Dept. of Education re read to Bicton Heath school; Mrs. Demeris and the Women’s Institute, pf Winnipegosis.
Yakavanka-Marcroft – That a refund of full amount of taxes be made to Mrs. Demeris.
Marcroft-Yakavanka – That the council chambers at Winnipegosis be sold to the Women’s Institute of Winnipegosis for the some of $600, the terms to be $200 cash and two annual instalments of $200 each, with interest at 8 percent per annum, and that the reeve and clerk be authorized to carry out the business connected with the sale.
Marcroft-Hunt – That the council having examined a number of prints of monuments now order one at an approximate cost of $1000 to be erected in the memory of the soldiers of Mossey River municipality who fell in the great war.
Marcroft-Hunt – That the clerk write the Hudson’s Bay Co. regarding obtaining a road divergence on the n.w. 8-31-18.
Marcroft-Hunt – That the reeve and sec.-treasurer be a committee to find where seed grain can be obtained and, if necessary, give orders for it.
Hunt-Marcroft – That the clerk communicate with the Board of Health and obtain full particulars as to securing the work of and cost of a district nurse for the municipality.
Hunt-Marcroft – That the clerk write the C.N. Town Properties Ltd. re the purchase of a roadway along Fork River, south from the village.
Hunt-Marcroft – That in the matter of the road leading westerly across the swamp to Bicton Heath school, 50 percent to be charged to the Dept. of Education, 25 percent to ward 2 and 25 percent to public works account. Motion lost.
The council adjourned to meet again at the call of the reeve.

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Death of Joseph P. Grenon

There passed away at Winnipegosis on the 11th inst. one of the most widely known men in northern Manitoba in the person of Joseph P. Grenon. Deceased contracted influenza and developed pneumonia. He was in his forty-second year. The Grenon family moved from Fort William, Ontario, to Winnipegosis almost a quarter of a century ago. The railroad reached Winnipegosis in 1897, and from that date the development of the village and the district commenced. At that period Lake Winnipegosis teamed with fish and with the facilities afforded of transportation by rail and the fishing industry soon developed. One of the first outside companies to become interested was the Armstrong Trading Company, which represented at that time the Booth interests of Chicago. Young “Josey” Grenon was appointed manager of the company and was not long in displaying business qualities of much more than the ordinary standard. The company carried on a general store in connection with the fish and for years the Armstrong Trading Company was a household word in the north. As can be readily understood a man of Mr. Grenon’s ability was note allowed to confine his efforts entirely to private business interests. When the municipality of Mossey River was organized some years ago he had the honour of being its first reeve, and a few years later when the village of Winnipegosis was incorporated he was chosen to fill the mayor’s chair.
In politics he was a Conservative and wielded considerable influence at election times. When Winnipegosis became part of the provincial constituency of Gilbert Plains he was one of those placed in nomination at the Conservative convention.
In an aggressive, though short short career, it could not but be expected that he had met with, in some cases, strenuous opposition, and, at times, relations became somewhat strained, but it would be hard to find one who had more friends and whose passing caused more real sorrow.
He is survived by a widow, two daughters and two sons.
The funeral took place on Saturday and was largely attended. About fifty went from Dauphin and others were in attendance from Portage la Prairie and Winnipeg.
The service was conducted by the Rev. Father Brachet, of Pine Creek, in the Roman Catholic Church.
Many beautiful wreaths covered the casket.

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Fork River

A joint meeting of the Women’s Institute and the U.F.M. was held in the Orange Hall on Tuesday evening, the 2nd inst., Prof. I. Williamson in the chair. Mrs. A.J. Little, delegate to the Winnipeg convention, gave her report, which was in the form of a splendid address. Mr. H.P. Nicholson addressed the meeting on the farmers’ movement. Both addresses were well received by the large audience. Miss Briggs and Mr. W. Russell entertained the audience with music and Mrs. Lockwood and Mr. Marcroft in elocution.
On Saturday afternoon a meeting in the Anglican Church was addressed by Miss Strang and Mr. McQuay, of Dauphin – Miss Stang on the work of the Women’s Section and Mr. McQuay on the national Policy of the U.F.M. It is hoped the Fork River people will hear those two speakers again in the near future.

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Fork River

Prof. J. Williamson was a recent visitor to Dauphin on business.
D.F. Wilson attended the Agricultural and Horticultural convention in Winnipeg last week.
Edwin King was a visitor to Dauphin recently.
W. Williams was among those who attended the School Trustees’ convention at Winnipeg last week.
The teachers of the vicinity schools met in the schoolhouse on Saturday to arrange a meeting for the organization of the Boys’ and Girls’ club. Everybody should boost for the club.
Tenders are cut for the drawing of (illegible) which is to be built this summer in Fork River. When erected the building will add much to the importance of the village.
We search the columns of the Herald in vain for the proceedings of our council. Has this August body suffered an eclipse or is it hibernating like the bear? Perhaps it saw its shadow and disappeared in its hole again for a season.
H.P. Nicholson, the Grain Growers’ political organizer, was in our midst last week, making ready for the coming drive.

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