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for Prosecution, Misses Hilda Barnes and Muriel Lavers; Witnesses, Miss Margaret Johnson & Mr. Ewart Keeping. The witnesses showed that defendant Yoston had plainly been engaged to the plaintiff, a ring passed, and the day approximately set. Some very “mushy’ letters were produced and it was emphasized that it was a very shabby trick he had played upon the innocent and trusting girl. After a disagreement, the Jury brought in a verdict of “guilty”. Before sentence was pronounced the defendants counsel appealed for a new trial in a

higher court and the appeal was granted.” (Patriot, Apr. 14, 1914)

Picnic at St. Andrew’s Point

“ The annual picnic of St. George’s Lodge, IOGT, was held today at St. Andrew’s Point. The day was ideal and the trip to the Point by motor boat was immensely enjoyed. The time was pleasantly passed with croquet, baseball and other games until a sumptuous supper was served and all returned to Georgetown after having had a delightful outing.” (Guardian, July 25, 1914)

Georgetown Organizes for Belgian Relief

“On Monday evening a number of the people of Georgetown met in the town hall for the purpose of appointing a committee to look after donations for the Relief of Belgian Sufferers. The meeting opened at half-past seven with Mayor Aitken in the chair. The following were appointed: Secretary, Mrs. William McLaren, Jr.; Acting Committee: Mrs. Archie McDonald; Mrs. C. L. Barnes; Mrs. Thomas Henry; Mrs. Daniel Gordon; Mrs. G. A. Aitken. Donations can be sent to the Court House, Georgetown on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons between two and five when they will be received, packed, and forwarded within the next 10 days.” (Patriot, Oct. 5, 1914)

Street Lights at Last

“A marked improvement in the condition of Georgetown is the recent introduction of street lights. On a dark night one is not subject to as many stumbles and trips as formerly. An aged resident who ventured out after tea one evening lately remarked that he never knew the moon to

remain so long in the full as it has this time.” (Guardian, Nov. 28, 1914)

Georgetown Vessel Wrecked

“The schooner Sir Wilfred of Georgetown, owned and commanded by Captain Jamieson, while on her way from Glace Bay with a load of coal purchased by the captain for home use, was wrecked on the rocks shortly after leaving port and everything is a total loss. Capt. Jamieson and his crew, Milford Moore and Peter Dalton of Georgetown, saved their lives only with the greatest difficulty.” (Guardian. Nov. 28, 1914

Georgetown Wins Championship

“The hockey game played in the Georgetown rink on last Wednesday evening between the Cardigan team and our intermediates for the Intermediate Championship of King’s County resulted in a glorious victory for the home team to the tune of 5 to 1. The play was exceptionally fast, all the players being in the best of trim. The stars were Dalziel and White on the Georgetown forward line and Currie on the defense. The lineup for Cardigan was L. Allen, E. Allen, R. MacDonald, J. Ryan, G. MacDonald, G. McCarthy, J. Allen; for the Georgetown team: A. Walker, A. Stewart, A. Currie, B. Conrad, U. White, V. Rafuse, Geo. W. Dalziel. (Guardian, Mar. 31,1915)

Recruitment Inspirational

“There was an exceptionally large attendance at the Recruiting Meeting which was held in Georgetown Hall Tuesday evening last. Mayor Aitken presided. After a short address by Lieut. Temple W. MacDonald regarding the necessary physical requirements and the pay given to men entering the army, Mayor Aitken called upon Mr. R. H. Campbell, who in an interesting speech showed the need for more men and impressed upon them the necessity of responding at once. His address was followed by shorter ones by Rev. Joseph Greenlees, Rev. Father Croken and Rev. David Jones. During the evening the two soldiers, Michael Dalton and George Currie who happened to be present were presented with an address and a sum of money each. Between the speeches an