Maples district reports strong crops and new lake interest
Last week hot weather rain and wind affected the area. crops are good and with more sun harvest is near. The Hidden Valley lake project draws crowds already and locals see its potential impact on surrounding communities. Notices include a donation by executors of Ellen Southworth estate of a pocket watch to the Manitoba Museum. a sign claims Made in Africa by Ants on a highway car. and a Chamber of Commerce meeting set for Monday August 11 at 8 p.m. in Memorial Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hidden Valley
Fred ‘Yarrands
Ellen Southworth
Waltham
George Wells
Frank Southworth
Manitoba Museum
Chamber of Commerce
Memorial Hall
Local baseball night delivers high scoring duel and town notes
A crowd of about 200 watched the leash and collar team beat the bachelors 17 to 5 as Barrie Barber yielded 13 runs. Glen Morris and Gerry Cobbe led the winners with power hitting. Cobbe again shone for the Cubs in a 4-2 win over Oakville, while MacGregor beat High Bluff 5-3. The MacGregor Little Leaguers toured Austin, then shut out Austin 11-0 at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leash and Collar Brigade
Bachelors
Bachelor
Barrie Barber
Leash and Collar Crew
Walter “Satch
Allan
Glen Morris
Gerry Cobbe
Cubs
Oakville Crew
Oakville
MacGregor
High Bluff
Chabot
Treherne
Austin
Richard Palmer
Dale Critchlow
Innis Harvey
Special Duck Season Continued in Canadian Farms
The Canadian Wildlife Service announces a continued special duck hunting period from noon September 5 to noon September 19 south of the 53rd Parallel. Only ducks may be hunted to protect crops, in cultivated lands at least 100 yards from water. General season runs Sept 19 to Nov 29 south of the parallel, with unchanged daily limits and a new boat-use restriction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Wildlife Service
Department of Northern Affairs and National Resources
53Rd Parallel
Delta
Museum notes on a busy Sunday crowd and sales
Last Sunday drew about a thousand visitors with around 150 registered. Among the party were Mr and Mrs Chas Sear from Carberry who met relatives from Westbourne. The Old Oaken Bucket earned over $20 and several membership tickets were sold. The Swales of Westbourne are noted for repair work nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Sear
Carberry
Westbourne
Sears
Regina
Canada
USA
Jim and
Lou Swales
Jean Pennell Honored At Shower
A large miscellaneous shower was held in Mason Hall for bride-elect Jean Pennell. Ninety five guests attended as Jean received a corsage after a skit by organizers. Ed Chant read a humorous poem of advice and Jean thanked friends before a dainty lunch served by hostesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Pennell
Masonic Hall
James F. Snaith
N. Holliday
L. Glover
Mesdames
M. Chant
A. Stewart
F. Hay
A. Kreitz
D. Patterson
Strling
F. Snaith
M. Pogue
V. Shaw
M. Muir
Elsie Groves
Enid Radford
Linda Hay
Betty Pogue
United Church Building Progress Near Midweek
The United Church structure shows steady progress with the south end rising and laminated rafters possibly going up Friday. Work parties planned all week, the quilt needs 20 more names, and a rummage sale is slated for September with pickup options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Church
Frank Hay
Charlie Townsend
Dennis Lamb
Canadian Foresters Picnic Set For August Sun at MacGregor Pasture
The Forester's picnic will be Sunday August 10 at Herb Borton's pasture four miles north and a half mile west of MacGregor at 1 p.m. There will be softball horse shoes and kiddies races. Bring a basket lunch. Booth on the grounds. Everyone welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herb Borton
of MacGregor
Miss Gail Nicholls Honored in Miscellaneous Shower
In Winnipeg the bride-elect Miss Gail Nicholls was the guest of honor at a Tuesday evening miscellaneous shower hosted by Mrs. Howard Bennett at 744 Spruce Street. Gail and her mother were escorted to decorated chairs. corsages were given, gifts opened, and Gail expressed thanks. A luncheon followed served by Elizabeth Tanner, Lois Bennett, and Betty Greshner. Assisting hosts included Mrs. W. Tanner and several others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaill Nicholls
Howard Bennett
Spruce St
Winnipeg
Gail
H. Gilmour
W. Tanner
Jeanene Brock
Elizabeth Tanner
Lois Bennett
Betty Greshner
Bennett
J. Downie
W. Bennett
E. Brock
R. Gilmour
Robert Leckie
Chard
Garth Prit
Edward Bortoluzzi
A. L. Leckie
You Have a Date for Gimli Fresh Air Camp Fund Drive
The annual donations of eggs cookies and cash for the Gimli Fresh Air Camp will be received at the home of Mrs. E Kelly on the afternoon and evening of Tuesday August 12. A generous response to this worthy cause would be appreciated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gimli Fresh Air Camp
E. Kelly
Fortage District Women’s Institute Bus Trip to Peace Garden
The Fortage District Women's Institute toured the International Peace Garden on July 29, leaving MacGregor at 9 am. They were joined by two more Brandon buses, met by superintendent Mr. Tinline, had lunch, toured the Cairn, split into groups on Canadian and American sides, then returned via Lake Killarney for supper and a scenic drive home arriving at 10:30 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fortage District
Tinline
Mitchel
Mayor Wenham Defends Duties Amid Truck Controversy
In a Letter to the Editor from MacGregor Manitoba dated August 3 1958 Mayor W J Wenham defends his role and indemnity while addressing council misuses of municipal truck use. He notes agreements with CPR gravel and street aid, urges council oversight, and seeks a larger fire hall for the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Critic
CPR
W. J. Wenham
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Africa
OUR
Maritimes
S. R Lamb
Bob
Liz
Billshaw
Herald Office
Lewin
Charles Lye
Old Cy
Museum Notes
Mary K. Tennis
Order of Forester's Picnic
Gail Nicholls
W. I. Notes
Manitoba
J. Beilmen
Frances Beilmen
E. Bortoluzzi
A. Kidd
Darlingford
J. Lyons
Lena
G. Pritchard
Dorothy Freisen
Norman Brown
John Brown
Cornelius Theissen
Mrs. Brown
Clear Lake
Morden
Winkler
Chamber of Commerce Meeting
Man
MacGregor Herald
MacGregor, Manitoba
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