Town Column Celebrates Frank Southworth Return
The column praises Frank Southworth's return to town life among friends and recalls his past roles as a constable and threshing engineer. It notes local happenings from maples and roadside trimming to a Texas tourist, asphalt experiments in Manitoba towns, sunflower crops, new paint for cars, a flying boat sighting, and old gun care. It invites readers to share oddities and community stories.
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Ths
Frank Southworth
Frank
Stean Threshing
Heat wave grips Manitoba harvest as storms impact crops
A blistering heat spell in Manitoba sustains general harvest activity with wheat averaging 15 to 25 bushels per acre and 21,000 bushels harvested this fall. Electrical storms at MacGregor caused downed branches, damaged roofs, and fallen grain swaths, while a lightning strike damaged the Critchlow home and a horse was killed on Sid Hay’s farm. The deluge refreshed lawns and gardens and aided pastures and late crops.
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Manitoba
MacGregor
H J Collins
Collier
Southend
Robi
Douglas
Dick Critchlow
Ife
Beloved Christian Lady Mrs Sarah Barber Dies at 76
Mrs. Sarah Sherwin Barber, a devoted Anglican, W A and Sunday School teacher, died August 11 1949 at Winnipeg General Hospital after an early spring operation. Born 1873 in Lancashire England she moved to Canada at 13, married John Barber in 1894, lived in Wellington Katrine MacGregor and Middlechurch, active in church and community work throughout. Her family notes her calm fortitude and desire to avoid farewell sadness.
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Sarah Sherwin Barber
Winnipeg General Hospital
John Barber
Barber
Bazuk Lindbloom wedding at Hartney church
Joyce Louise Lindbloom, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred Lindbloom Napinka, wed Joseph Bazuk elder son of Mr and Mrs Wre Bazuk Mregor Man at Hartney Presbyterian Church manse August 8 at 2 o clock with Napinka hosts in attendance.
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Hartney Presbyterian Church Manse
Joyce Louise
Fred Lindbloom
Napinka
Joseph Bazuk
Wre, Bazuk
Mregor
Man
Lindbloom
Portage RCMP Officers Injured in Street Brawl
Portage RCMP officers were assaulted during a street brawl. Constable Gordon required medical attention after being kicked in the face while breaking up the fight between two men. Garrioch was charged with assaulting an officer, remanded for a week and bailed at $2,000. Walter Sawieski paid $25 in court.
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Aswine Livsy Waue
Crown
Gordon
RCMP
Garrioch
Cpl Wildgoose
Highway Patrol
Walter Sawieski
Portage Graphic
Portage la Prairie dental office to stay open Dr Smith absent
Dr Smith's dental office at Portage la Prairie will remain open during his absence Dr Gelfant will be in charge during that period The notice confirms continued patient access and specifies temporary leadership by Dr Gelfant
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Dr. Gelfant
Raccoons At Portage Park Draw Crowds At Island Park
Two young raccoons in the enclosure at Island Park have become a major attraction for visitors of all ages. The new arrivals arrived over the weekend and seem right at home, captivating both children and adults.
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Island Park
Memorial tribute to Mrs Barber at St Pauls Anglican Church
Mrs Barber described as upright and kind received mourners at St Pauls Anglican Church in MacGregor on August 15. She led Red Cross work during the war, left two sons John T and C Robert, two daughters Mamie Chant and Connie McKelvy, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Surviving siblings include W Crichton, John Crichton and Anne Cooper. Funeral conducted by Mr Millburn, buried Katrime cemetery beside her husband. Pall and flower bearers named.
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C. Robert
Katrime
A. E. Chant
Mamie
R. O. McKelvy
Connie
MacGregor
W. Crichton
Vancouver
John Crichton
St Vital
Anne Cooper
Victoria
Millburn
St. Paul's Anglican Church
M. Gregor
V. McKelvy
A. Heselwood
A.stone
Fred Snaith
Douglas MacGregor
Harold
Roy
Donnie
Dougie Barber
Pany Gat Uget
Barber family thanks friends for kindness during mother's illness
The Barber family expresses gratitude to all who were kind to their mother during her illness. They thank those who sent flowers, letters, cards, and visited her in the hospital. They also appreciate pallbearers, flower bearers, those who lent cars, and those who helped in the home during her absence.
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Barber
Highway Collision East of Bagot Injures Seven
Seven persons were injured on the ae Highway east of Bagot last Saturday when a westbound car driven by Harry Salyn passed a truck and collided head on with the other vehicle laden with passengers Robert E Salyn Bill Sidowski Mark Sudows and Joe Sudows The crash caused facial lacerations internal injuries knee fractures and bruises among victims Conomble Jim a constable attempting to flag down oncoming traffic was struck by a bumper and dragged into a ditch before the pursuing car swerved away undir a pileup on the highway
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Robert E Salyn
Bill Sidowski
Mark
Joe Sudows
Goverment
Selkirk
Harry Salyn
Mr. Postano
Mr. Code
Conomble Jim
Vacation Bible School Set For MacGregor August 22 to 29
Boys and girls ages 4 to 15 in MacGregor are invited to a daily Vacation Bible School August 22 to 29. Two sessions daily at Bethel Chapel in the former Brisco House on Hampton Avenue, with Miss M. Clark of Brandon directing and Rev. L. Dickinson in charge of arrangements. Features include graded Bible work, songs, illustrated Bible movies, and hand games. Lunches brought for noon. attendees may stay through the full day.
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MacGregor
Brisco
Hampton Avenue
M. Clark
Brandon
Rev. L. Dickinson
Portage
Clark
Western Bible College
Winnipeg
Correction: Dennis Promoted In High School Report
In last week’s High School report an omission is corrected as Dennis is promoted with a clear Grade IX to X advancement. The correction notes the move from IX to X as part of the school’s records.
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Dennis
British Best Four S Exporters in East Africa 1947
A clipped caption notes four leading exporters in East Africa during 1947. The image shows an engine being tested or displayed, suggesting industrial or railway equipment involved in the export trade.
Local School Set To Open August 29 In MacGregor
MacGregor announces the local school will reopen on August 26 at 9 am with staff changes. Principal W C Har leads, assisted by A J S Thers and Angus annesay. Room 3 A M Hay, Room 2 Miss M Lamont, Room 1 Miss M Huger. A new steam heating system replaces the old coal furnaces, contractor Gerald Cobbe reports near completion.
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MacGregor
W. C. Har Asastants
A. JS ‘Thers
Angus Annesay
A.M. Hay
Miss M. Lamont
M. Huget
Gerald Cobbe
Friends Entertain At Pre Bridal Shower
Mrs E Graham hosted a July 27 gathering for bride elect Miss Florence Jenn, about 65 friends attended, J Woodin pinned a corsage, Sally Graham and Bobby McKelvy wore bride and groom costumes presenting gifts, Florence expressed thanks for the party and gifts, hosts included Mrs J Woodin Mrs M Marsh Mrs R Harvey Mrs J Fos Mrs A Carr and Moss Doreen Thompson.
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E. Graham
Florence
Graham
J. Woodin
M. Marsh
R. Harvey
J. Fos
A. Carr
Moss Doreen Thompson
Thirty Five Attend Critchlow Family Reunion
Thirty five members of the Critchlow family and friends gathered at Island Park Portage la Prairie on August 7 to celebrate their mother Mrs 5 Critchlow’s birthday. Heat limited activity but did not dampen appetites as a picnic dinner was enjoyed. the day ended with a gift presentation and a G E radio phonograph.
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Critchlow
Island Park
Portage la Prairie
5. Critchlow
Portage Loses Prominent Sportsman Addie Bell Dies
Portage la Prairie mourns Addie Bell at 53 after a months long illness. A colorful figure in provincial sports for 30 years, his death in Deer Lodge Hospital drew wide attendance and high regard. His funeral attracted a large turnout reflecting his popularity.
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Addie” Bell
Portage la’ Prairie
Deer Lodge
Portage
Ree
Sone
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Texas
Frank Hay
Vic Palmer
Joe Clark
Bazuk—Lindbloom
Portage Park
Bagot
R.C.M. Stable
L. Ginn
East Africa
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