Busy Year for Bagot District in 1970
A 1970 year in review for Bagot district notes global events from Pope Paul attack reminders to Apollo 13 rescue, while criticizing Manitoba NDP car insurance plans and federal social service changes. It emphasizes shared responsibility, Christian giving, and local charity, closing with festive wishes for 1971 and apologies for any omitted facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
NDP
Manitoba
Vopni Press
MacGregor Herald
Bagot
Foods Flavor Celebration
The piece notes Christmas desserts in England the United States and Canada including mince pie and plum pudding as traditional sweets with legends of luck. It explains mince pies shaped to resemble a manger and that everyone must stir the pudding for fortune. Fruit cake is also listed among festive baked goods said to bring luck and health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
United States
Canada
Christmas Sounds A Delightful Change
A reflective piece on Christmas offering a quieter counter to the city’s din. It contrasts blaring news and festive carols with intimate moments of family warmth, friendship, and faith, arguing true joy comes from simple, sincere acts rather than fanfare.
Capes Messages from Craig Steck MP Christmas 1970
Craig Steck MP thanks Manitobans for a centennial year that was especially successful in rural areas and back home weeks. He urges reflection on a century of progress and wishes families health and happiness for the new year.
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Capes
Craig Steck, MP
Santa Claus
Manitoba
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Herb and
Louise Borton
Lil Glover
Olga Kennedy
Daryl Borton
Harry and
Muriel Purkess
Sidney, Manitoba
Gordon and Mae Purkess
Macgregor, Manitoba
Bagot District
Earth
Tours
Christmas
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Geo. Schwesinger
Portage la Prairie, Manitoba
Aae
Uae
Mrs
Nelson Smith
Angela Pierrepont
Betty Pennell
Macgregor
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Winston Curtis
George Lewis
Hugh Winter
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Morley
Sonia
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