Pioneer Couple Honored On Departure From District
Mr and Mrs Stirling, after two decades in the area, were bid farewell by a large gathering at their farm on July 14. The event included readings and a community gift of an electric radio. The couple, who came from Ontario and married in May 1903, will be missed at local functions and are wished happiness in their new home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ing
Alfred
Linton
Seers
Ontario
Stirling
Elizabeth Halliday
Gregor
Agnes Hallday
Portage la Prairie
Stirling Farm
A.E. Chant
W. Pennell
Mrs. Stirling
Winnipeg Ancestral Travel Notes And Local Graduates
Mrs J L Lamb and son Dennis and Murray visit relatives in Winnipeg. Miss Dorothy Struthers returns to Winnipeg after vacation with parents and sister. M Stanley and Mrs Stanley of Morris visited with G A Hay. Rev C A J King and son Don left for a month at a summer resort in Ontario. Dr Wm A Large, husband of Betty Maben, among recent Manitoba Medical College graduates. Dr and Mrs Large to reside at Robiin, Man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Lamb
Dennis and
Murray
Winnipeg
Dorothy Struthers
C. A. J. King and Son
Don
Ontario
Manitoba Medical College
Wm. A. Large
M. Betty Maben
Emmeline
Large
Robiin
Man
Mr Joseph Moore Succumbs After Recent Operation
Pioneer farmer Mr Joseph Henry Moore aged 73 died after a hospital operation in Winnipeg General Hospital. He was admitted July 22, operated July 26, deteriorated with pneumonia, passing away the following Tuesday. Funeral held at MacGregor United Church at 2 pm with private family service at 1 30 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
of Sagness
Joseph Henry Moore
Winnipeg General Hospital
Moore
MacGregor United Church
Smiths Visit MacGregor After 27 Years Away
Mr Gordon Smith and his son Douglas of Bounty Sask and cousin Mrs M Williamson are visiting, noting many changes since Mr Smith left MacGregor twenty seven years ago and the town now has many new citizens.
Births Reported in Hamilton and Vancouver
At Hamilton Ontario a daughter Mary Christine was born to Mr and Mrs W E Turner on July 16. In Vancouver British Columbia a son John Charles was born to Mr and Mrs C W Jordan nee Marion McNeely on Friday July 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton, Ont
W. E. (Buster) Turner
Mary Christine
Bor
General Hospital
Vancouver
B.C
C. W. Jordan
Marion McNeely
John Charles
United Church Pulpit Guests Schedule August Services
The United Church announces regular Sunday service at 7 30 pm and Sunday School at 11 am with Bagot and Beaver at 11 am. The Rev R McLeod BA will occupy the pulpits for the next three Sundays August 4 August 11 and August 21 at United Uniren MacGregor and local churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Uniren
MacGregor
Bagot
Beaver
R. McLeod
United Church
Wheat Delivery Price Raised to $1.35 a Bushel
Trade and Commerce Minister James MacKinnon announced in Parliament that initial payments on wheat deliveries rise from $1.25 to $1.35 per bushel for all grades. The Canadian Wheat Board remains sole purchaser of western Canadian wheat for the 1946-47 crop year. Mr and Mrs Frank Sims and Marvin were weekend visitors, with Sims and Marvin staying on to visit friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trade and Commerce
James MacKinnon
Canadian Wheat Board
Rink Dances Friday with Two Orchestras
Friday August 16 features Andy Des Jarlis and his C K R C Orchestra then Glen Frain and his Buckaroos at the rink. Local music lovers are invited to dancing and performances from two named acts in one evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tno
Andy Des Jarlis
C.K.R.C Orchestra
Glen Frain
Buckaroos
Local News and Community Happenings in The Pas
Mrs J R Gair and son Ken ney return home to The Pas. Miss Enid McLachlan of Winnipeg vacationing with her parents D G McLachlan. Betty McLachlan earns top Manitoba University piano and theory honors. Women’s Institute meets at War Work Centre with district reports and war-bride quilts. Dancing events listed at Stratton's Barn and Telford's Orchestra. Several townfolks visit Regina Saskatoon Winnipeg and Russell relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enid McLachlan
Winnipeg
Mrs
D. G. McLachlan
Betty McLachlan
University of Manitoba
Betty
Women’s Institute
War Work Centre
Wm. Anderson
Gladstone
Nels, Nohlgren
Fred Patterson
MacGregor
Baby McDougall
Hot and Dry Weather Hastens Harvest
A survey of surrounding districts shows varied progress as some farmers are swathing while others plan weekend harvests. Extreme heat with near freezing nights sped yields, though stands are thin in places and grain deliveries are not yet reported. Next week most farmers will be out reaping.
Holidays Are Here Again Press Notice
Herald staff will be on holidays over the coming weeks leaving offices short handed. All copy for the current issue must be in by Monday to avoid missing publication. Cooperation is requested to overcome reduced help.
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Herald
Memorial Hall Notes Of Interest
The MacGregor Memorial Rest Room is under Mrs. M Floate until November 1, then Mrs. Briscoe takes over until April 1 to provide continuous winter service. Open six hours each weekday. the key is with Mrs. Floate next door. Rural Sub-Counties listed for the MacGregor and District Memorial Hall Fund include Katrinne C R Barber, Mrs F Lake, Mrs R Burkett, W R Shaw, plus L ynn Fox, R J Shaw, E Chant, H Bortonana, Ross Thompson, D Lamont, and R Tarr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacGregor Memorial
M Floate
Briscoe
MacGregor and District Memorial Hall Fund
Katrinne
C. R. Barber
F. Lake
R. Burkett
W. R. Shaw
Orangeville
L.ynn
Fox
Donate Medical Supplies To Local Health Unit
The 1.U.v.t. anatne wil of MacGregor has donated a Community Loan Cupboard to the local Health Unit. Articles may be borrowed by anyone in the district with a sign out and return in good condition. In Miss Hagland’s absence Mrs. H. A. Lye or Mrs. M. McDougall dispense items. Available items include hot water bottle ice cap air ring drinking cup ear syringe Brest pump nipple shields irrigating can red pan urinal rubber sheeting and crutches with rubber tips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
1.U.v.t
Brest
Legion To Meet In Westbourne August 7
The North Norfolk and District Band of the Canadian Legion will meet in Westbourne on Wednesday August 7. Members planning to travel from MacGregor should contact Vic Palmer or S. K. Lamb. New members will be welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Norfolk Council
Austin
North Norfolk and District
The
Canadian Legion
Westbourne
MacGregor
Vic Palmer
S. K. Lamb
Beaver News Highlights and Local Visitors
Mr Thos Graham Alfred and Salley returned to Beaver last Friday after visiting at Quill Lake Miss Phyllis McIntosh of Winnipeg spent the weekend with friends in the district Mrs Wickwire and children of Winnipeg are visiting with Mr and Mrs A Street Mr C Welch and Miss Glenna Rusk of Carnevale Sask were recent visitors at the Smith homes Lewin visited with friends in the community last week Congratulations to Lucille Menel Vivian Telford and Lyall Stone who passed their Grade VIII examinations Mr W Ferris of Swat Current Sask is renewing acquaintances in the district There was a large attendance at the church service last Sunday with a reception for 25 new members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. Graham
Alfred
Salley
Beaver
Quill Lake
Phyllis McIntosh
Winnpeg
Wickwire
Winnipeg
A Street
C. Welch
Glenna Rusk
Carnevale
Sask
Smith Homes
Lewin
Beaver Ladies Welcome English War Bride Shower
A noon social honored war bride Mrs. Alex McDonald with a miscellaneous shower. After O Canada Mrs. C E Rodgers gave an address. A wagon loaded with gifts, drawn by Patsie Pears and Karen Butterfield, was presented to the bride. Tables for lunch featured Sweet Pea bouquets and about a dozen ladies attended. Mrs. Street chaired the event and Mrs. McDonald expressed thanks for gifts and kindness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex. McDonald
Canada
C. EB. Rodgers
Patsie Pears
Karen Butterfield
Card of Thanks to extend grateful appreciation
Card of Thanks extends grateful appreciation to all kind friends for acts of kindness and remembrances with floral tributes during their sad bereavement.
Also Mentioned on This Page
M. Stanley
Mrstanley
Morris
G. A. Hay
Joseph Moore
St. Paul's Church
Frank Sims
Roy
Marvin
J. R. Gair
Kenney
Pas
M. Kirstner
Ronnie
Seattle
Stratton
Telford
A. L. Lynds
Carole and
Howard
Brunkild, Man
D. G. McLachlan Nome
H. N. Lynds
R. M. Nugent
de Bert, Nova Scotia
Jim Turner
Whiteshell, Man
H. L. Turner
G. E. Lewin
Frank
Gwen
Russell
George
Roblin
Alex. McIntosh
Lewins
Newdale
Fred McIntosh
Lyle Patterson
Patsy
Regina
H. Shillington
Lynne
A Perkins
Wes
Stacey
Ronald
Wayne
Saskatoon
G. A. Regina
War Assets Corporation
Manitoba Federation of Agriculure
Manitoba Farmers
Chevrolet
Agriculture
Manitoba
J.T. McLean
Manitoba Federation of Agriculture and Co-operation
Royal Bank
Winnipes
Royal Bank Bldg
Southend
R. J. Shaw
Macaulay
E. Chant
Pathead
H. Bortonana
Ross Thompson
Hartford
R. Tarr and
D. Lamont
Legion
Beaver News
Lucille Menel
Vivian Telford
Lyall Stone
W. Ferris
Swat
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