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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 13, 1957
Page
7
A poem-like piece from The Manitou Sask dated October 31 1957 lists many perspectives on a farmer. It portrays the farmer as a burden and provider to his wife and children, a trusted neighbor, a risky client to insurers, a skilled fixer to the mechanic, and a valued supplier to the grocer and dairy. It ends noting the farmer’s own view remains unknown.
A Campbellton editorial argues that prejudices against older workers are socially wasteful and hinder rising living standards. It asserts many beliefs about age and employment must be discarded to improve economic progress.
Seaforth pupils showed quick exits during Prevention Week drills across three local schools. Public school cleared 341 pupils in 45 seconds, high school 330 in 55 seconds, Sepa rate school 140 in 40 seconds. Fire Chief John F. Scott found area schools generally safe, with some premises requiring improvements and possible legal action to meet standards.
The Swift Current CJFB TV station is set to operate by the end of November with the tower en route and erection to begin this week. The transmitter, Canada’s first manufactured, will depart Toronto on October 23. CJFB TV will affiliate with CBC carrying major network programs and a lineup of films and top features. Reception already exists in Gull Lake with several sets installed, though Medicine Hat reception remains unsatisfactory.
The Bank of Montreal opened a modern Herbert outlet two months ago to serve a growing community. The building includes staff showers and a managerial office, designed for larger staff and increased business as Herbert expands as a shopping center and irrigation area with grain belt lands and northern ranches sending cattle by rail.
A November issue shares lighthearted rural updates from Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Notables include John Ryhorchuk of Saskatoon famed in Ripley’s Believe It or Not for 12 brothers at Canadian National Railways. community aid in Carman for a fallen husband. a 25 pound turnip displayed in Coronation Alberta. Prince of farm life Mack the 40 year old horse in Roblin. a dog returning a lost wristwatch in Meadow Lake. birthday anniversaries ages 90 to 96. prairie chipper tales of prairie chickens and a striped cat. Island Lake island count joke. two 60th wedding anniversaries. local fundraisers and a Girl Guides apron-trousers drive.
Saskatchewan Transportation Company announces November 3 changes with Nipawin departures at 7 20 am direct services to Prince Albert Saskatoon and Regina. New routes include daily direct to Saskatoon or Regina from Melfort to Waton and Kelvington to Waton, extending service to Kelvington. The plan claims quicker returns from short business appointments and easier mid week excursions with improved package express service to towns along the routes.
The Red Deer Advocate criticizes Canadian and American treatment of Indigenous people, arguing there is nothing in either record to be proud of and questioning the idea that American or Canadian integration of Indigenous populations serves as a model for others.
A 12 inch sock doll pattern 7161 offers quick sewing with red fabric and terry cloth trim. Send thirty five cents, your name address and pattern number to Household Arts Department P P L 60 Front Street W Toronto for a free Alice Brooks Needlecraft Book 1957.
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