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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1967
Page
6
George Hees, Conservative MP for Moose Jaw Lake Centre, forecast a June election during a meeting. Hees said the party would win, citing Ottawa governance failures and emphasizing that results hinge on the leader and MPs elected. Hees noted the last vote was in November 1965 and stressed the leader’s visibility matters.
Fire destroyed the Palner Hotel at Sway and South Railway Streets last week. Firemen suffered minor injuries. No registered guests were present. Beverage room patrons escaped. Owner Robert Madlovich valued the hotel at 175000 dollars. built in 1880.
Overnight visitors include A S Mrs Doneas Campo and Mr and Mrs J Priestly of Ailsa Craig Ontario. Harold Hughson of Winnipeg, returning to the city with Herb Houghson. George Currie hosted Semball and family from Germany on their Calgary trip. Numerous weekend visits span Winnipeg Ontario Alberta and Manitoba communities.
Brenda Gourley spent a few days holidaying with the Chepils in Winnipeg. Mr and Mrs A Andres and Cameron of Brandon and Miss Lynn Andres of Calgary visited the Smith home. Lynn just returned from a European tour. Visitors with Mr and Mrs W Macdougall included Mr and Mrs Joe Gibbs and Mr and Mrs Alan Macdougall of Winnipeg. During the week Mr and Mrs Fred Tait and family of Oshawa Ontario were guests. Mrs Neil Macdouall and family keep their trailer on Currie farm while Neil drives long haul routes. Brenda Thompson returned from Winnipeg. Mr and Mrs W Nowosad April and Lisa Martin of Winnipeg spent Saturday night. Mr and Mrs J Rintoul joined for an Otter Lake outing with Harley Henry family. S Thompson returned to Portage Hospital Friday evening after 10 days at home. Speedy return home wished for all.
Woodrow S. Lloyd touring north Saskatchewan constituencies urged the provincial government to conduct a fair impartial study of the mental health program. He warned that the public deserves full facts and that recent events indicate a review is needed to protect patient and public positions.
Sincere sympathy is extended to Raymond Birkett and family in their bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. J McRae and Sharon attended the Hamm McGregor wedding in Austin on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. H Gardner and family of Portage and Mr. and Mrs. J Constable of California were Monday supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. A Giercke and boys. Mr. and Mrs. R H Caskey with Miss Sandra Anderson of MacGregor visited Souris on Sunday. Gordon McGuiness of Vancouver is spending a few days with Howard McRee. Mr. and Mrs. J L Burdick and son Daryl of Gimli spent the weekend with Mrs. Burdick’s parents prior to leaving for Tren ton Ont. Sunday evening guests at the Taylor home were Mr. and Mrs. S Knox and Mrs. Jameson Knox and daughter, Pine Creek.
The waterfowl season begins September 1 and runs to December 2. From October 13, the daily bag includes two extra scaup or goldeneye and four extra in possession. Goose limits rise to five daily and ten in possession, with white-fronted geese limited to three daily or six in possession. Coats and rails share the same limits. Wilson's snipe bag is ten daily and 20 in possession. Pamphlet regulations are available from local vendors and the wildlife branch at Winnipeg.
The Canadian Wheat Board announced immediate open delivery quotas for flaxseed and durum wheat across Western Canada. Durum quotas aim to meet overseas demand, with a one bushel quota at 60 Saskatchewan points and others in Alberta British Columbia Manitoba Ontario. Two bushel quotas are set at 35 Saskatchewan locations and 15 in Alberta.
Extension News advises seeding rye in early September for strong rosette formation before winter. Last week of August works on sandy soils. use large plump seeds. Ergot risk remains. bury ergot bodies by planting 2 to 3 inches deep and avoid stubble. Keep grass headlands mowed to prevent infection. Soil testing recommended. 50 to 80 pounds of 11-18-0 drilled with seed. nitrogen responses vary by season.
On Friday August 25 MacGregor Women's Institute members and neighbors gathered at Mrs Edwin Hodge's home to honor Mrs Kilfoyle who is leaving September 2 by plane to visit her old home in London England. Mrs MacDonald gave a travelling case and Mrs Montgomery a good luck charm. Kilfoyle thanked the group. Lunch was on the lawn and gratitude extended to Mrs Hodge for her hospitality.
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