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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 16, 1960
Page
5
Public notice style page with birth and engagement cards, thanks notes, and multiple sale adverts. Includes individuals like Uhrin family and mentions of portage MacGregor hospital and local businesses for sale. Items list household furniture, mowers, a house, and used cars with contact details and prices.
A 1955 Ford for sale with new motor and tires leads a long rural advert list. Green Cross weed killers, sprayers, balers, rakes, and forage harvesters from New Holland and Massey Ferguson are offered with prices. Lost calves near KH Anderson and Mac Gregor listed. Auction of power machinery and tools set for June 23 near High Bluff. Church notices from CHRIST and CHURCH AUS detailing services and speakers.
MacGregor locals report on community events and changes. A women's Britannia Chapter is sponsoring an appeal for infant clothing to aid needy families, with donations directed to Mrs. R. The piece notes survey activity near R. Stratton's Imperial Oil and potential water problems. It mentions Len Haskett planning to move to Churchill with his wife and son after seeking a district position, and recent local improvements including the Glenn Hotel repaint and remodeling at Chits Esso Service. Harold Barber of Roblin is transferring to Winnipeg, while Mrs. JR Gair from The Pas notes crop slowdowns. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Roberts take a two week trip to Prince Rupert and Vancouver, and visits from the McIntosh and Nayenschien families are logged.
St Pauls W A bake sale in Lye Motors showroom Saturday June 18 at 3 pm donations welcomed. Katrime annual picnic Friday June 24 followed by Currie School picnic. Talking Drums of Africa slides shown June 20 at 8 pm at Anglican Church. MacGregor United Church WMS tea and bake sale June 23 at 3 pm in church hall. donations welcomed.
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