Low Wheat Yield Reported by Moose Creek Rural Municipality
The Moose Creek No. 33 council estimates 1957 wheat yield between four and seven bushels per acre for PFAA purposes, noting it as among the area's lowest in years. They set October 28 for the annual ratepayers meeting and nominations, appoint Povey returning officer, and renew the Medical Service Incorporated contract with forms available before October 15 at the municipal office.
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Moose Creek
PFAA
Alameda
Alameda Auditorium
Alex J. Povey
John Simpson
John Batt
Rumssell Emmerson
John Morrow
Waldeck Phillipe
Elmer Hume
Fred Luedtke
Medical Service Incorporated
Cuddle Twins Doll Pattern and Free Needlecraft Offer
Cute dolls named Smiley and Sleepy with pattern 7380 for two dolls. Requires socks straw yarn and scraps, 35 cents for pattern, stamps not accepted. Readers receive two free patterns and a new 1957 Alice Brooks Needlecraft Book for 25 cents.
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Smiley
Sleepy
Alice Brooks
Dress pattern for Misses sizes 12 to 20 with stand away collar
Misses dress pattern 4556 promotes a stand away collar and chic side button line. Pattern includes three sleeve versions and quick sew directions. Requires 35 inch fabric plus contrasting trim. price 50 cents. Send size name address and style number to Anne Adams Pattern Dept Toronto.
Autumn Impressions From Watrous Prairie Gardens
The Manitou Watrous Sask notes the shift to fall with shorter days and bustling housewives gathering garden produce. Describes frost impact on tomatoes and leaks, bright flowers, maple colors, and the wish for a cosy fire as winter nears. CBC operating costs risen from 950 million to over 4 0 million since 1951.
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Manitou
Watrous, Sask
Shotgun Safety Rules For Hunters In The Field
The article urges hunters to follow basic safety rules during hunting season. Do not point loaded guns, treat every gun as loaded, ensure the line of fire is clear, avoid carrying loaded weapons in vehicles, and keep substances like alcohol away from firearms. For accidents or self harm, use a shotgun and note higher fatality rates from shotgun wounds.
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Keston
Do they support your town souris manitoba peddler license debate
A Manitoba town discussion questions peddler trucks competing with local manufacturers. Citizens argue outsiders should pay licenses or business taxes to fund local services. Critics say peddlers skim profits while local firms support community through taxes and payroll. The piece urges licensing as essential before operating locally.
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Souris
Manitoba
North Dakota
Mossbank Street Scraping Proves Timely Maintenance Value
The Mossbank town maintenance man used the tractor and scraper to smooth the main street after rain, preventing pot holes and preserving the street surface. The Weekly News endorses prompt action by council and urges ongoing, timely upkeep to keep Mossbank streets in proud condition.
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Mossbank
Canada must place Canadian needs first in gas exports
The Virden Manitoba column argues Trans-Canada Pipelines overstates Canadian gas needs and relies on exports to Tennessee Gas Transmission. It notes Alberta permits allow 620 million cf daily exports, while internal use plus required sales rise to 793 million cf. It urges Ottawa to verify western reserves and ensure purchases meet Canadian customers before export permits.
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Trans-Canada Pipelines Limited
Emerson
Manitoba
Tennessee Gas Transmission
Trans-Canada
Alberta
Tennessee Company
Canadian Pipeline Company
Ottawa
Canada
Child safety in school zones urged by insurers
The All Canada Insurance Federation notes over 500 pedestrian deaths yearly in Canada with many children among victims. It urges parents and drivers to teach safety rules, model good behavior, supervise near schools, avoid passing stopped buses, and grant children right of way during school hours.
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Canada
All Canada Insurance Federation
Inadequate salaries blamed for poor student learning
The piece argues that Canadian schools suffer not only from low salaries but also from rigid teaching requirements and bureaucratic dogma. It warns against turning teaching into a closed shop where only mediocrity with advanced degrees would succeed, excluding brilliant minds.
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the Mercury
Estevan
Sask
Canada
Renfrew celebrates 99 years with Pioneer Days events
Renfrew marks the 99th anniversary of incorporation this weekend in Pioneer Days festivities. A committee arranged activities for youth and adults while merchants run promotions in preparation for the 100th anniversary next year, avoiding a Mardi Gras scale celebration.
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Renfrew
New Orleans
Spain
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