09/05/2026
PATRIOTIC
Enterprise News
1918
WAR SERVICE BADGES
As there probably is a large number of returned men and other members of the Canadian Expeditionary Force in this district, entitled to the award of War Service Badges, who have not applied for them, their attention is called to the fact that they should make immediate application to the A.A.G., Military District No 1 (War Service Badges), London, Ontario. Further, returned men who have received Patriotic Fund Badges, who have not turned them in, in accordance with the regulations, should be warned that they are subject to a fine of $500, or six months imprisonment for wearing them. (EN181205)
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W.S. BUSCHLEN ARRIVES HOME
On Monday evening, Sergeant W.S. Buschlen arrived home and was met at the depot by a large and enthusiastic crowd. As he stepped from the train, he was given three hearty cheers, while cries of welcome home were heard on all sides. Sergeant Buschlen was one of the first in Arthur to sign up with the old 153rd battalion to go forth and give his life, if need be, for Canada and the Empire. What we owe to men of this class cannot be over estimated and it is to be hoped that their safe return home will not in any way lessen our appreciation of their splendid service. We trust that all our men, who have escaped the death and destruction of the battle will be home within a year at least, and the best the country can offer them should be theirs. Sergeant Buschlen looks well after his experience of military life in England. (EN181205)
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LEO FITZPATRICK HOMECOMING
Pte. Leo Fitzpatrick returned home from London this week, his leave of absence being extended until further notice. (EN181205)
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WEST GARAFRAXA ROLL OF HONOUR
From minutes of West Garafraxa Council.
SNOWE – RANSOM – That the Clerk prepare a roll of honour in accordance with the request of the officer of military district No. 1, and that he, also write him to define more clearly the names that are to be placed on same. - Carried (EN181205)
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STAN PATTERSON HOME
Mr. Stan Patterson, who has been connected with the Royal Air Force, Toronto, came home last Friday. He is now practically out of the Force, but does not expect to receive his final discharge for two months. (EN181212)
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MAINLAND AND McQUEEN VISIT HOME
Mr. A. Mainland, who has been first mate during the past season on the Spokane, is visiting at his home in Arthur Township. On his last trip, his boat was caught in the severe storm on Saturday, November 30th which was the worst he had ever experienced. Captain S. McQueen, who is the officer in charge of the Spokane, accompanied Mr. Mainland to Arthur and spent a day with his brother, Reeve Jas. McQueen of West Luther. (EN181212)
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ACKERMAN RETURNS
Mr. Ackerman, who was for a time connected with a Siberian expedition, returned on Monday to Ne Ontariio, to resume his duties with the CPR. (EN181219)
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ENTERPRISE & BELL TELEPHONE
Miss Margaret Jeffrey, who has been employed on the Enterprise News staff for the past few months, has accepted a position in the local office of the Bell Telephone Company. (EN181219)
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WM. SMALL RETURNS FROM LONDON CAMP
Mr. Wm. Small returned from London camp last week. (EN181219)
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W.S. BUSCHLEN TO BE DISCHARGED
Mr. W.S. Buschlen went to Toronto on Monday where he will remain for a few days. Before returning he will receive his final discharge from the army. (EN181219)
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RATHWELL VISITS FAMILY
Cadet Russell Rathwell visited last week in Arthur Township with his uncle, Mr. John Dalgarno and his aunt Mrs. H. Berry. Cadet Rathwell, who is the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Rathwell of Brandon enlisted in the Royal Air Force and was for a time in Toronto. Last week he received his discharge and a ticket home, with forty-eight hours leave to visit Ontario friends. (EN181219)
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CONNOLLY AND SCHMIDT RETURN
Two Arthur Township soldiers arrived home last week, Pte. John Connolly and Pte. David Schmidt. Pte. Connolly served in France where he was wounded. He is now in good health again. Pte. Schmidt served in a forestry battalion and while drawing logs received injuries in one of his knees, from the effects of which he is quite lame. Their many friends were pleased to see them both home again. (EN181219)
Pic 1 - W. Wallace Small
Pic 2 - David Schmidt
