Leaders Training Course At Austin Under Scrutiny
A Manitoba led leaders training course in Austin, directed by Dr. J M Nesbitt of the University of Manitoba, draws 45 participants from North Norfolk and North Cypress with ten more sessions planned. The practical program covers meeting procedures, problem solving, psychology, area development, and community leadership responsibilities. Early results show improved town district views and new ideas for resource development, with hopes for expansion across Manitoba and Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin Collegiate
J. M Newbitt
Faculty of Agriculture
University of Manitoba
Manitoba Department of Agriculture
Manitoba
Canada
North Norfolk
North Cypress
Nesbitt
E. J. Tyler
Brandon College
Barber Hay Foursomes In Consols Curling Final
Don Barber and Frank Hay advanced to the British Consols final after round robin and double knockout play at the local rink. Hay beat Barber in one side and defeated Borton, while Barber beat Lamb and Borton to reach the final. The Ron Borton rink reached two finals but lost to both Hay and Barber. Rinks include Lye Wolfe Allan and Calvert Palmer Thomson, with Rossendale Bagot Austin Pine Creek and MacGregor. consol games set for Friday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Barber
Frank Hay
Hay
Ron Borton
Dunc Lamb
Barber
Glenn Lye
Jack Wolfe
Walter Allan
Barry Calvert
Cyril Palmer
Earl ‘Thompson
Rossendale
Bagot
Austin
Pine Creek
MacGregor
Rossendale 4-H Beef Builders Elects Officers
The Rossendale 4-H Beef Builders held its organizational meeting on October 30, 1963, electing Wally Henry as president Randy Henry as vice president Linda Fisher as secretary Gary Culbert as treasurer Lindsay Lyall as club reporter with Robert Moffatt as leader and Len Fisher as assistant leader The group held a regular meeting January 9, 1960 with 10 members and toured the district January 11 to view club calves and report an enjoyable day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rossendale
Local Ladies Curling at Neepawa Bonspiel Opens
The Neepawa 20th annual ladies bonspiel features Winnie Critchlow, Vera Lamb, Rose Thomasson, and Connie Nohi Ren. The event runs Tuesday to Friday with six events on Neepawa’s new artificial ice rink. Best of luck to the team as they aim for a prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnie Critchlow
Vera Lamb
Rose Thomasson
Connie Nohiren
Neepawa
Minor Teams Play Portage Here Tonight
The 12 and under and 14 and under hockey teams meet Portage West End at MacGregor tonight with games at 7 p.m. The 12 and under squad seeks its first win, while the 14 and under are undefeated in the minor league. Both teams travel to Wellwood on Saturday for league play and return to Portage on Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portage West End
MacGregor
West End
Wellwood
Portage
North Norfolk Council Sets Committees for 1964
The 1964 council for North Norfolk was sworn in with Reeve Frank Sims presiding. New committee appointments set ward representatives, officers, and chairmen, plus banking duties and public works plans for roads, drainage, and fire protection. Additional items covered include agricultural assistance notes, tax and land-owners premiums, and a winter works project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk
Fox
Willis
Frank Sims
Percy Alderson
Jack Emerson
William Pilkington
Les Fox
Reg McFarlane
Lloyd Willis
H. A. Lye
Portage Health Unit
PFAA
Alderson, Willis
Pilkington
Emerson
McFarlane
Reeve
Harold Lamb
North Norfolk
MacGregor Medical
A. M. Hay
Reeve Sims
Council
Calvert
A. Unrau
Bagot
Former Resident Pepper Dies in Calgary
M W Bill Pepper a former MacGregor and district resident died January 4 at Colonel Belcher Hospital Calgary aged 79. He served with the Fort Garry Horse in World War I and lived here until 1945. Survived by two daughters Bernice Weir Victoria and Pat Shaw Vancouver. three sons A W Bert Pepper RCAF Germany James Pepper Vancouver and Dr Brian Pepper Los Angeles. nine grandchildren. A Legionary funeral was held in Calgary January 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. W
Bill) Pepper
MacGregor
Colonel Belcher
Calgary
Alta
Bill
Fort Garry Horse
Bernice Weir
Victoria
B.C
Pat Shaw
Vancouver
Local Legion Pledges Help For MacGregor Minor Hockey
The North Norfolk Royal Canadian Legion meeting in MacGregor on January 6 agreed to buy sweaters and socks for the 14 and under hockey team. Stan Firth said local organization needs sponsors and Legion aid is welcome. Legions to cover one team this year with hopes to sponsor more later. sweaters will bear the Legion emblem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Norfolkssranen
Royal Canadian Legion
Legion
MacGregor
Stan Firth
Cake Winner Reg Sharpe Victorious In Christmas Draw
Britannia Chapter IODE thanks all who bought tickets for the Christmas cake draw. Reg Sharpe was the lucky winner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reg Sharpe
Britannia Chapter
IODE
Town Happenings in MacGregor District This Week
Winter returned to MacGregor with temperatures plunging to 10 20 30 below for days while winds stayed light. The hydro substation south of town nears completion to serve the area. Local 12 and under hockey hosts Portage tonight. Curling season heats up as Don Barber and Frank Hay vie for MacGregor spots in the consols.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacGregor
Jack Gibson
Manitoba Hydro
Hydro
Local Curlers Visit Winnipeg For Friendly Match
Curlers from the MacGregor Curling Club traveled to Winnipeg last Saturday for a friendly game with city rink teams. The visit mirrors last year when Winnipeg curlers came to MacGregor, with Vic Palmer the ex MacGregorite they faced. Players included Mel McRae Jim Kelly and Carl from MacGregor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacGregor Curling Club
Winnipeg
Surlers
MacGregor
Eistater Aane
Vic Palmer
Mel McRae
Jim Kelly
Carl
Shower Honors Barbara Hughson in Norfolk Event
A large group gathered at Norfolk school on Thursday evening January 2 to honor Barbara Hughson on the eve of her January 4 wedding. Hosts were Barbara’s school chums Ann Hughson Linda Manns and Phyllis Nelson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norfolk School
Barbara Hughson
Barbara
Misses Ann Hughson
Linda Manns
Phyllis Nelson
Otrs
Melba Stewart
Ann Hughson
Glenn Hughson
G. H. Hughson
Elmer Nelson
Roy Snaith
Jane Hughson
Gloria Snaith
Also Mentioned on This Page
Soil Research Institute of the
Chief Science
Chekiang
Red China
Academy
Barber - Hay
Rossendale 4-H Beef Builders
Norfolk Council
Reeve Frank Sims
Counsillors Alderson, Emerson and Fox
Sims
Manitoba Hospital Commission
Pacific
Carmel
Calif
Art Anderson
North Bay
Ont
Art
Department of Lands and Forest
Devils Lake
Lions Club
Hal Hughson
Donna Manns
Barbra
Harold Manns
Kay Manns
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