Oldtimers Of Battleford District Hold Get-Together
Oldtimers of the Battlefords district gathered at the Odd Fellows Temple in North Battleford Sask for a social evening with corsages for oldest attendees. Jack Burton praised veterans and a varied program included whist bridge square dancing songs and piano solos by Les Hainworth with a floral tribute from Mrs J Inman. Two elders aged 80 plus wore wedding dresses from years past and a one minute silence honored recently deceased members.
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North Battleford
Sask Adamers
Battlefords
Gistrict
Odd Fellows Temple
Jin McGafin
Baljennie
John M Allan, Sr
Battleford
Jack Burton
Oldtimers
F. H. Speers
Allan
J. W. Summers
Speers
J. Inman
Jack Shaw
William Bunce
Evelyn Swan
Charles Tubb
Mr. Tubb
Les Hainworth
Mr. Hainworth
A. J. Tatchell
W. Cutbush
W. Pratt
G. Hazen
Shirley Rowland
Roddy
George Dryden
Robert Schoular
Jim Grant
Rowland
Johnny Kas
Dorothy Vickery
Elsie Isberg
June Mallows
Erelyn Swan
Association
J. M. Sommers
John Allan
James Metaffin
Bible Lesson on Abrahams Lie and Jacobs Transformation
A weekly reflection contrasts Abraham lying about his wife in Egypt with Jacob’s early deceit. It notes Abraham should be judged by his entire life, not a single lapse, and that Jacob’s deep flaws can give way to growth toward goodness. The piece emphasizes potential for change in character over time.
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Abraham
Sarah
Egypt
Jacob
Rachel
Weekly Crossword Puzzle Breed of Feline
Puzzle clues listed for horizontal and vertical sections include cat breed depiction and themes such as long ruff neck, various abbreviations, numbers, and common crossword entries. The page presents a mixed set of wordplay prompts and a note indicating the answer section.
Extreme Cold Records From Grande Prairie and North Pole
Grande Prairie Alberta logged 48 below zero, while an Arctic weather ship reported 47 below at the North Pole, matching extreme cold conditions reported in the same period.
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Grande Prairie
Alta
Alberta
North Pole
Weekly Tip Dustless Duster
A dustless duster is made by saturating cheesecloth in a solution of two tablespoons of kerosene per quart of hot water. After soaking, let it cool and hang to dry.
Manitoba Kiwanis 4-H Public Speaking Contest Set
The Winnipeg Kiwanis with the Manitoba Agriculture Extension Service sponsor a province wide public speaking contest for 4 H members aged 12 to 21 on conservation topics. Entries due May 15 to the local agricultural representative. district contests follow with winners advancing to a July 26 final presentation. Prizes vary with entries.
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Manitoba
Winnipeg Kiwanis
Extension Service
Manitoba Department of Agriculture
Winnipeg Kiwanis Club
Sports Clinic Tips for Skating and Team Play
The guide covers puck handling, stick grip, and body position to improve puck control and passing. It stresses relaxed muscles, high hands, blade alignment, and keeping elbows out. It warns players not to force shots after a rebound and to exit the ice when fatigued, noting courage should be used wisely.
Red Cross Work in Saskatchewan Aids Children Veterans and Disaster Victims
The Saskatchewan Red Cross reports extensive programs for crippled and needy children, overseas relief, and health education across 118000 members in 5261 classrooms. It details veteran support in 65 hospitals, eight lodges near DVA facilities, and disaster assistance for fires and floods, with emergency aid distributed from local commissions.
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Saskatchewan
Red Cross
Junior Red Cross
Canada
D.V.A
Victoria Avenue
Regina
Saskatchewan Junior Red Cross
Lodge Takes Over Camrose Baseball Tourney
Camrose Moose Lodge announced it has taken over the annual Camrose tournament from the Camrose Recreation Association. It will be held July 6 and 7, moved from June, with Les Dodd leading the committee and Art Swaren Mel West and Gordie Kaser as co chairs. Jack Murray is secretary a Eddie Nelson secretary treasurer.
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Camrose
Alta
Camrose Moose Lodge
Moose
Camrose Recreation Association
Lloydminster
Lacombe
Ith
Les Dodd
Art. Swaren
Mel West
Gordie Kaser
Jack Murray
Eddie Nelson
Kitchen Meditations by Jane Dale
A short poem celebrates the arduous path to success. It contrasts cheerful good luck with the hard labor and courage required before any real achievement. The speaker notes that true fortune comes only after a long weary mile.
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Jane Dale
Peregrine Falcon Tops Speed List At 175 MPH
A reader notes the peregrine falcon ranks among the fastest birds with clocked speeds exceeding 175 miles an hour. The note highlights its remarkable cruising and stooping velocity.
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Weekly Bible Comment
C. Me
Belgium
Aoa
Arctic Gulf
Charles Lamb
Sports College
Lloyd
Ace” Percival
Virgil
By Len Kleis
OF Aviation
Flight
Eagle School OF
Priscilla
al Vermeer
Lodge
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