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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 05, 1947
Page
1
The Herald will publish one day earlier next week due to the Manitoba Division convention of the Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association in Winnipeg. The event runs Thursday and Friday, June 12 and 13, requiring copy by Monday noon. Items received after Tuesday noon may be omitted.
At a congregational meeting in MacGregor United Church all charges within the field unanimously chose Rev C Douglas Rupp currently of Balmoral Manitoba to lead. He will assume pastoral duties on the first Sunday in July after strong recommendations.
Old timers in MacGregor recall William Knox who died May 28 at his Earl Grey residence in Saskatchewan. He once ran a general store opposite the United Church in MacGregor. Survived by one son, details incomplete. obituary notes his late life and ties to local residents.
A farewell gathering at Mrs A Roberts home marked the departure of Mr and Mrs and their two daughters to Portage la Prairie. Mesdames Trethewey Weber Switzer hosted fifty guests who enjoyed a lunch after a short address of good wishes. A presentation of knives was given by Mrs Switzer and Mrs Weber to Mr Cook.
The ceremony united Miss Marion Chant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Chant of MacGregor with the late Mr. and Mrs. Lat Jol of Pratt on a May afternoon. Rev. Bruce Johnson officiated in the living room before pink and white blooms. The bride wore ivory silk jersey with veil and carried red and white carnations, while her bridesmaid wore turquoise blue and carried yellow and cream roses. Best man was Harvey Robinson of Pratt. After vows a reception followed, with both families in attendance and out of town guests listed. The couple left for a westward honeymoon and plan to reside on the Pratt residence.
Mrs B Nichol and ina ughter arrived home. Sid Coulthard made a business trip to Steinbach last week. Congratulations to Mr W Machan for first place in the Fiddlers Contest at Westbourne. Mrs H Lamont spent the weekend near Portage and Winnipeg with Mr and Mrs Marshall. Harvey Smith of Dale visited with Mr and Mrs Cecil Nichol. Mrs Scott of Saskatoon visited with Mr and Mrs D Stevenson. Mrs Phillips of Portage spent weeks with Mr and Mrs B Nich Gregor. E Ann H McLachlan and Miss B McLachlan of Portage motored to Winnipeg. Isabelle Chatterley of Portage visited Mr and Mrs G Lachlan. Miss Shirley Burch of Portage visited her parents. Community Club Dance drew praise. Machan’s orchestra provided music. Fred Archer underwent emergency surgery at Portage General Hospital. Mr and Mrs W Burch visited with Mr Burch’s bedridden father at Carberry. June 17 Baby Clinic. June 18 Sports Day and Dance. June 20 WMLS Silver Tea at Mrs B Crealoe’s home. June 25 1 act play Austin followed by a dance. Curling Club and WMLS W.A. met to review two church sites. Flax project report received. cash to date $2400. Please contribute.
A large gathering of neighbors and friends visited the home of Art and Mrs Chant last Tuesday to shower them with gifts and best wishes after a recent fire. The Chant family expressed thanks. Family members later joined Mr and Mrs Win Pennell for lunch where Art received a decorated birthday cake.
A sale of work will be held at Katrime Hall on Tuesday June 10 from 2 to 6 pm featuring produce and a tea table. Katrime residents are invited to attend and donations for the produce table will be gratefully received. Watch for further announcement with details.
A. J. Stevenson of the Pacific Railway issues special King’s Birthday fares. The deal runs from Friday noon June 6 to Monday June 9 with return valid to Tuesday June 10. On branch lines lacking service after noon June 6 tickets sold at single fare with limited terms.
Corporal C Smythe of the R C M P detachment at Gladstone spoke to Austin and MacGregor schools last week. He urged that police protect lives and property, explained steps to call a policeman, stressed keeping serial numbers, and noted vehicles must carry a red light at night. He warned against firearms mishandling and urged respect for women elders and authority to become law-abiding citizens.
Plans are completed for the monster Anniversary Night at MacGregor rink next Monday evening. Memorial Hall Committee presents Sen James of Winnipeg as master magician and ventriloquist in ventriloquism and magic. The Old-Time Fiddlers Contest and dancing close the program. Admission is 1d and children 25c. Program starts at 8 30 pm.
Tiv Theatre MacGregor announces two features for next week Tuesday and Wednesday June 0 and 1 Paramont will prevent Easy Come Easy Go a rolicking riot of laughs. On Thursday Friday and Saturday June 12 13 and 14 MGM s Gallant Bess will be screened in thrilling action color. This is one of the most amazing animal stars ever seen in films.
A pretty bridal shower for Miss Marion Chant, bride last Saturday, took place Tuesday May 27 at Mrs Gordon String's home. Decor in mauve and white featured a chair for the bride on arrival. two boys in sailor outfits presented a gift boat. Guests sang as the bride thanked them and invited attendees to visit her in her new home. Mrs A E Chant and Mrs J McGregor hosted a dainty lunch at a tea table centered with a decorative arrangement.
The Rev J W Ridd will preach at the United Church charges this Sunday on the subject The Dignity Superiority and Immortality of Man. The sermon will address human worth and enduring life with a focus on moral responsibility.
Beav er News notes Shaw s steady recovery from eye trouble. WMS members met at Mrs H Dankesreiter home to complete the supply quilt. T F Graham and Lloyd Telford of Quill Lake Sask arrived Wednesday to attend the funeral of H Telford of Austin. Mrs Allan Smith hosted a brief visit from her England-born parents Mr and Mrs Stead last Thursday. Other guests included her brother-in-law and Mr and Mrs R Graham Reuson.
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