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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 05, 1931
Page
5
Atlantic coast lobster fishermen fared well in 1530 im rated but put so well in prices. Nova Scotia fishermen landed a record catch of 520.900 pounds with 126.800 pounds shipped. Canada hosts winter events, rail honors, postal history, and corn shows amid widespread activity across Regina Saskatoon and Quebec City.
Community notices from Austin recount a three act play Eyes of Love by the Badminton Club with posters to follow. Local residents attend pancake supper plans and several arresting health and personal news items from Jan 30.
The annual meeting of the W M S of the United Church was held at the Manse on January 14 with good attendance. The secretary reported total contributions of 142.60 to the Presbyterial Treasurer along with two bales of clothing and two quilts to the Supply Secretary, and 60 dozen eggs and 25 pounds of cookies sent to Gimli Fresh Air Camp. Delegates were named for the Presbyterial meeting at Carberry on February 10. New officers were elected including President Mrs Gilmour and Vice President Mrs Bar, with Secretaries Mrs Wood Graham, Mrs Bryce, and others meetered alongside, and an Organist Mrs Watters.
The Great Carlton Congregational meeting after service reported a surplus on hand and all liabilities met. The Rector's report noted 5 confirmations, 3 baptisms, 1 funeral in six months. Mr Fred North reappointed as Warden. Ernest North elected People's Warden. Vestry members listed. congregation thanks organist Miss Mabel North for dedicated service.
Sunday School 1:45 p.m. Service at 3 p.m. Adult Study Class 7:0 p.m. Topic: The Punishment of Crime its purposes and principles. Imprisonment Filling Lashing Death. Everyone welcome. W. R. Wood Minister.
At the Elks masquerade carnival in Russell a first prize went to Mr D Mc Lachlan of Pine Creek station for a Night themed costume.
The Herald advertises a 1.50 annual subscription offering exclusive local news and events. It positions itself as a community newspaper dedicated to residents rather than advertisers, urging renewal when sub time arrives.
In loving memory of Mary Elle Saunders who died Feb 5 1927. Gracious and peaceful she sleeps while those who loved her miss her. Trust in God to meet again. Inserted by Father Mother Brothers and Sister. Saunders In affectionate remembrance wife of William Saunders who died at MacGregor February 1927. Upright to the end of days. Sincere and true in heart and mind. A beautiful memory left behind. Inserted by Husband and two Children.
Six room cottage on Hampton Street MacGregor with cement basement cistern and furnace. For details apply to Mrs. Wm Tupper phone 6 MacGregor.
Public auction to sell the northeast quarter of Section 11 and northwest quarter of Section 12, Township 13, Range 10 West, Manitoba, on February 18, 1931 at the Portage Hotel Portage la Prairie. Includes several outbuildings and improvements. terms cash. Apply to Taylor & Colwill, Vendor's Solicitors, Portage la Prairie.
A church notice from Christ Church Austin announces a morning service on February 8 led by Rev. G. L. Armetrong, rector, with a matinee or sermon schedule to follow. The message emphasizes worship and church activities for the day.
One ton of yellow blossom sweet clover offered at 7e per pound. Purchasers must supply their own bags. Apply to John Ormiston, MacGregor.
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