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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 04, 1932
Page
8
The Joint Farmers and the Community Club will hold a meeting on February 24 with an expected speaker and a standard programme. The community extends sympathy to Mia Robht Kerr and Tamsby and to the family of the late Mrs. McNeil.
Local notes report Cecil’s return from illness and frequent nocturnal visits by Russell and Gregor. Mrs N Lewin travels to Winnipeg last week. George heads to MacGregor while district roads remain poor after recent snowstorms. AME Trimean is laid up with a cold. Motorists wander to see hockey game between MacGregor and Brandon.
Two respected Bagot and Filsmith district residents died in two weeks. Mrs Catherine McNeil of Portage la Prairie passed away in January at her home after a long Portage residency and earlier farms. She left four daughters: Mrs Jas Barrett, Miss Elle McNeil, Mrs WJ Davis, and Miss Mary Meng. Mr Robert Kerr, a respected Ellsmin district farmer born in Scotland, died in February after years of health decline. He immigrated in 1905 and farmed with success.
The report highlights Canada's relatively resilient economy amid global downturns, with railways like the Canadian Pacific and Empress of Britain pivotal to trade. It notes subdued revenue, evolving domestic priorities, and Canada's potential to rebound through modernization, diversification, and efficient production.
The community mourns a well respected farmer who died leaving a large family. Survived by four sons and five daughters including Sir John Ellsmith V ITagh Andrew and Sire J.T. Lannie of Paddockwood Sask Mrs D lope Mrs Mate and Miss Marion Wann peg and Jessie at home. Widowed spouse and many friends extend sympathy to both families in their bereavement.
Ross Thompson returned Friday after a week in Winnipeg. Despite the cold, Friday’s whist drive and dance drew a crowd. Prizes for whist went to Mrs. F McLachlan and Jas Howell. consolation to Mrs. Fred Hanna and Allen Miller. Music by Mrs. Ro. McKelvy and M Smith. Season scores list leaders: Mrs. F McLachlan 1088, Mrs. N Thompson 1070, Mrs R McLachlan 1069, Mrs S Cooper 1063. Gents N Thompson 1097, RO McKelvy 1083, Jas Howell 1073, Fred Hodgins 1068.
In loving memory of Sal Saunders who passed away leaving memories that death cannot take away Inserted by Father Mother Brothers and Sister. Also in affectionate remembrance of Mary beloved wife of William Saunders who died at MacGregor February 5th 1927 Sincere and true in heart and mind.
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