Winnipeg Free Press

Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - August 3, 1914, Winnipeg, Manitoba Manitoba free press Winnipeg 3. 1914. Went kills Otto Smith Workman on pile Driver at Middle Church meets instant others shocked dead. Otto Smith Fountain House foun Tain Avenue. To Green 431 Pacific Avenue. Curtis work Corner of Alfred Street and Logan Avenue. One Man is dead two Are injured suf fluently to warrant their remove to the Winnipeg general Hospital where they Are reported to be doing fax Crable and two others were taken i to their Homes As the result of a steel j pile Driver coming in Contact with an i overhead wire charged with electricity at Middle Hureh on saturday morning. The pile Driver on which the men were working was being used in the con t Striction of a subway under the . I tracks for the Stonewall Branch of tie Winnipeg Selkirk and Lake Winnipeg electric two men who were employed by the to. J. Holmes contracting form been working on the Job for some Days th3 tracks to Stonewall have All been Laid and the overhead wires Strung. This wire As a general Rule is not charged with electricity. A Short time previous to the Accident however it was found necessary to run a car out to Stony Mountain. It was during the absence of the car and whle the cur rent was still on that the accent of current held Corpse. Erect. The pile Driver was steel construction and in order to drive the piles it was raised to the same. Height As the wire. The Flye men injured m at the time and when the electricity passing from the wire to the pile Driver went through their bodies they were held As in det to Plahn the passions in Foeh they happened to be. It was this fact that Drew the at Tention of fellow workmen to them and realizing what had happened they shouted to the electricians at the Power House a Short distance away to turn of the Power. When this was done Limp without p a form of the pile Pul motor could t save Smith. Was at once Given and a so Call to the Winnipeg general hos Pital sent. An ambulance with All the proper equipment including a Pul motor was sent to the scene. For five hours the Pul motor and other appliances were in operation motto Smith who was almost instantly killed toy the Shock. The other two Green and work were revived sufficiently to allow removal to Winnipeg in an ambulance. The body of Smith was later taken to the City and the matter ire ported to acting Coroner Ritchie. An inquest will be held tonight. The two men whose names Are not known were revived Aad taken to their Homes. The Portage Plains Many crops ruined by Hail and could be driven Over ground. Death of mrs. Matheson. After a Long and lingering illness mrs. Joyce Matheson aged 30, wife of Joyce Matheson Farmer of cover Leas near Hazel Ridge Man., died at noon yesterday. The funeral will take place on tuesday to Moose nose cemetery. Took cramp and was drowned. Vancouver b.c., aug. 2. Rooert Martin of 1438 eighth Avenue West took a. Cramp at kit Silano bathing Beach today and was drowned. Portage la Prairie Man., aug. Full details Are now available of the damage done by Hail on Friday i the Portage District. While the full Force of the storm was Only Felt in a Small area to the Northwest of this City the damage done in the effected District very severe several Farmers being hailed out. The Farmers who suffered the most severe damage Are already mowing what remains of their crop for feed in the Oakland District in addition to a number of Farmers being completely hailed out several others have suffered heavy loss from the Hail. The storm swept Clown on Oakland from the Northwest a Little before 5 o clock and was accompanied by a High wino. Some of the Hail which fell iwas the size of Hen eggs and practically every in the District facing North or East was smashed. Heaviest sufferers. The heaviest sufferers who Are re ported to be completely hailed out Are Lester Alec Fannie and James Thompson while Bert Turner Alec Fraser William Fulton Daniel love John Ross j. W. Hardy William Warren Robert Brown John Mcgowan and Jack Cist Hbert also suffered heavy loss by the storm. The storm swept Dawn so suddenly that a number of men. Working in the Fields narrowly escaped injury their Bowes becoming frightened by the storm became unmanageable and ran away. It is stated that at the Montgomery place after the Hail it was possible to drive about farm with a Sleigh so heavy was the Hail on. The ground and that after the rain a boat could have been used. A Poplar Bluff at this place was stripped As clean As if it were november. While Oakland caught the Brunt of the storm Tail also fell in other districts but in a few places Only in sufficient to cause damage to the crops. At flee Island and High Bluff there was some Hail but not heavy enough to do any damage while at Mcdonald and Burnside there Wasti not even Hail or Tain at All but considerable wind. J Edwin escaped the storm entirely j but Oakville had a slight electrical storm and a Little Hail. South of Oak j Ville however it is that considerable damage was done to the crops by the Hail. News from drains states that a Rifle Hail which destroyed half the crop passed Over that District. It lasted about half an hour and covered an area of ten Miles by four Miles. Tile Hail stones were very Large. Deaths and funerals. Or. Tank officiating. Interment was made in Brookside cemetery. Thomas Wilcox of Souris Man., died at the general Host stat on saturday at the of 75 years. He was a Pioneer Anda Onn of the most successful Farmers of the Souris Dur ing the exhibition week he1 was seriously affected heat Anft complications Folio wed. Or. Wilcox was predeceased by his wife three years ago and is one son Charles of oat., formerly resident of Brandon Anil 6 daughters ills. George Souris mrs. Lionel bridle so urls airs. Land and mrs. Robert Bonner Lyle ii Man. Mrs. Thomas fanning Vancou ver and also a daughter resident in Ontario. The remains will be taken to Pasadena Cal. For interment and service will be held at Thomson s undertaking rooms prior to the Depar Ture of the remains this afternoon. The funeral of Nicholas pan of the victims of the Accident of Friday evening Lasc. Took place saturday at 8 Gardiner and company s Parlours to St. Joseph s Church where requiem mass was celebrated thence to St Mary s cemetery where interment took place Many friends attended and the casket bore a wealth of Floral tokens. The funeral of mrs. . Paul son 22 years old. And wife of s. Paul son 69 4_maryland Street who died last Friday will this after noon at 2 the residence to the lutheran -icelandic1, Church. Rev. B. B. Johnson will officiate arid interment will be made in Brookside cemetery. Beside her husband mrs the funeral of Sidney Nunn the 17 year ocl son of or. And mrs Arthur Nunn who was drowned Friday even ing took place saturday afternoon from Gardiner and company s Parlours to Elm Wood cemetery. A Large num Ber of friends attended and the Occa Sion was marked by the profusion of the Floral tributes. Rev. Or. De Matlos conducted a impressive service at the Parlours and also at the grave Side. Interment was made in Elmwood Ceme Tery the death of Florence aged 33 Paulson is survived by her parents i years wife of Harry Hall switchman and a three year old daughter. Albert George infant son of or. And mrs. A. G. Massey. 371 William ave Hue died at the King George Hospital yesterday. The funeral will be private. The funeral of. Mrs. Emilie Seftner aged 61. Who died at her residence 2209 Gallagher Avenue on., last Friday. Was held saturday afternoon from Trinity German lutheran Church. Key. Of the ., took place sunday at Victoria after a Brief illness. The body has been removed to Gardiner and company s Parlours pending the funeral which will be held to Morrow at-3 p.m., from the residence 1539 Elgin Avenue to Brook Side cemetery. Rev. T. Marshall will officiate. Or. And mrs. We a. Biddle .398 Jarvis Avenue mourn the death of their infant son. Charges. Wir be held from party s Parlours monday afife backside cemetery. Lar Les. Funeral i Ness in his 55th year. Deceased had Gai Rosnes a com the City for the Post Afi Sunn non 4 and is sur Vived by a. Ana 2 sons. The funeral will be held wednesday from Gardiner to pfc. And mrs. J. Nix i comes Elmwood. Mourn the loss their. In Fant son Alexander. Ithe ii ineral was held saturday from Gar diner and compans s Ivi lors i to Brookside cemetery., a and company a Parlours to Brookside cemetery. The death of Charles infant son of or. And mrs. S. S. Ruth merr took place sunday at the family residence Sandhurst Hospital. The funeral Wlla. The death o f Wright no., 5, be held this morning from Gardiner Fortune Block occurred yesterday attend company s Parlours to Elmwood the general Hospital after a Brief ill cemetery. Monday i cold meat the cold meat sauce creates appetite and aids digestion spices contained act As a gentle stimulant to digestion whilst the fruity ingredients also have a beneficial influence. This delicious sauce can be used freely As a substitute for vege tables and this cannot be said truthfully of other sauces. Sole manufacturers George Mason co., ltd., London eng. Nolan co., Elm Tod 312 Roas a-re., Winnipeg. 3w Welcome to the the store s conveniences Are at your disposal and we want you to make free use of them half Price clearance of women s Wash skirts the season is Over for Wash skirts so far As we Are concerned and every remaining skirt we have in Stock has been reduced to half in order to effect a speedy clearance. The styles Are right up to the moment in correctness. Smartly tailored from Serges piques and repps in misses and ladies sizes in creams and varied assortment. Former prices were to tuesday choose for half Price a travelling Rug should be your constant companion use it in the Canoe motor boat Camp b de at night in the Auto fact take one with everywhere. Here Are a couple very Niode Latevin Price too. At a. Fine scotch Rug genuine All Wool Quality made of soft Wool yarn Woven into Scot ii plaid and Plain colors that blend harmoniously finished with self fring so edges extra Large files. Specially priced. At scotch Wool travelling or motor Rug made of heavier or More closely Woven Varna than the rugs. Splendid weight soft Wool surface blended Plain colors self fringed. Size 60x80 inches. Exceptionally Good value. Second floor hand tufted Donegal rugs we make them to your order these splendid rugs Are recognized As the most satisfying re is you can buy. The character of the wools used the secret fast Dye process and the skill exercised in blending and harmonizing of the colors Are the Sterling qualities that have Long since placed these Donegal rugs in the most luxurious Homes and Public places. They can be supplied in about 10 weeks from Date of order. These carpets can be made to your order in any size and in any color or design to harmonize with the decorative scheme of your hangings and decorations. Third floor women s pure silk Hose special at 49c pair it s Only by buying them in tremendously Large quantities on a spot Cash basis that we Are Able to offer such Fine Hose at 49c. Mostly in Tan but Amon or them will be found a few Black. Knit in pure lightweight silk thread Lisle Garter top toe and Heel. Extremely smart. And shapely. Sizes 8% to 10. Special pair 49o main floor women s kid gloves at 75c, Good value at double a Good Quality thoroughly reliable Glove the Are soft and pliable being of the finest French manufacture Plain or fancy stitched 2 dome fasteners in Tan Brown Black Green and Navy. Fitted Vith two dome fasteners. A perfect fitting Giove. Size to special at 75c. Main floor f make the Bay yous shopping head quarters during your summer suits to go. Choose at one third off the reduction applies to every summer suit displayed All this season s models the variety is most extensive involving All the most wanted and popular materials in the smartest styles of the moment. There Are silk suits Serge suits fancy mixture cloths Black and White cloths etc., in almost every conceivable Shade. All beautifully lined and the trimmings show Many novel features. Former prices ranged from to tuesday choose for one third off. First showing of women s fall Coats freshly unbowed women s Coats Are now shown in almost limitless selections. The styles Are sensible and practical and a View to suit Western conditions. The most appreciated feature of our Stock styles Are different and an most eases you won t see More than one of a Fth style. Values sri Renly splendid and the wide Range of prices offers a Choice to meet the expenditure . Purse. Another feature to note is that our Coats Jire 4b, 50 and 52 inches in length. Outside of this store these lengths cannot yet is to cured As new York has Only just decided on Long Coats and we ordered ours months ago. For Corset satisfaction Wear either the Bon Royal Worcester or Mozart front laced corsets and get it at the Bay. Bath gowns Well made on Good Roomy lines from Fine Quality Terry cloth. In sky Helio. Club and Grey an exceptional Opportunity to buy a High Grade Bali Robe at Low Price. Very men s handkerchiefs pure inish Linen Hemstitch de in. I 1 or 5-Inch imported direct fihe Loc is on liroland., t he f a m o d s s h it Why pay for a shirt when we can give one equally As Good if not better for every Man who has worn one of these famous shirts tells us that it is by far the finest so dirt he Ever wore at the Price. Fashioned from Fine Percale and zephyrs in pleasing colors and Stripe patterns. Once you have tried this shirt you will Wear Ruk other. Men s pure silk Hose at 3 pair for we purchased a Manoi facture s entire Stock of Phese Hose at. A Price that enables us to pass them on to you at a saving of on 3 pair. Knit from pure she at Tractive shades of mottled Grey Blue and self Stripe and toe men s mercerized Lisle Hose 4 pair knit from Fine Quality mercerized Lisle thread in Black Jan and Grey Heel and toe reinforced to ensure longer Wear main floor inexpensive Burnt leather souvenirs each piece Burnt in the design typical of the Frontier Plains. We show a wide and you will be surprised to know How reasonable Are the prices. For instance lingerie that bears exceptionally Low prices it will do a woman s heart Good to see the piles and piles of that we have gathered for her choosing. And there is not in the entire collection that will not stand the closest scrutiny As to the Quality of its material the character of and finish. Leather Cushion Plain Burnt work and coloured in Dian head and Large banners correspondence Bead bags photo and snapshot albums pen Nants pipe rackets etc., from 25o to table covers Coats real Indian work history attached curios of All descriptions ranging from to Bead work Vest to Bead work and silk work belts each to knights of pythias pennants each soc knights of pythias badges each Loc main floor Gladies nightgowns. In Nain Sook daintily hand embroidered and finished with ribbons. From to with lace and Fine embroideries from also in crepe at and Shadow lace Ano washing net Corset covers from 59c to f1.95. In crepe de and dressing Jacques in Nain Sook daintily embroidered and finished with i Oft ribbons. And Corset covers hand embroidered and tarnished with rite Bons from 85c with laces and embroidered from 39c to White washing petticoats trimmed with and lakes from hand embroidered from Princess slips in Nain Sook Trimm Vej with embroider ies and laces and finished with rib from to hand embroidered to ?11 50 ;