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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 01, 1962
Page
2
The author proposes a ruthless test of intelligence by separating children into two groups and assigning the first chapter of Roughing it in the Bush to memory. One group would face harsh corporal punishment for failure, while the other would receive rewards, urging decisive outcomes and candy incentives.
Old folk and others enjoy telephone chats while some resist calls inviting nostalgia. Inventor Graham Bell reportedly opposed phones in the house, and British actress Ada Reeve likewise dislikes unsolicited chats about the past. Misa Reeve is ninety.
The piece notes milder seasonal unemployment this winter and credits a rising economy and the construction sector. Harold Steele of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada cites year round building and winter techniques as key drivers, showing more Canadians employed in winter construction than mid winter a decade ago.
Canadians warned against excess vitamin and mineral supplements as unnecessary and potentially harmful. The piece argues a balanced diet suffices for most people with vitamin D supplementation for infants and pregnant women, while supplements offer no proven health insurance and can act as placebos.
The health unit advises car owners to winterize their vehicles and adjust driving habits for snow and ice. Key steps include antifreeze, snow tires, wiper and defroster checks, clearing all windows, proper ventilation, slow speeds, increased following distance, and careful braking with controlled pumping to maintain steering.
Ms G Stone and Mrs Dennis Beaudin hosted Beetaver guests at Westbourne. Karen Smith held a birthday party with friends. Wes Thompson's family returned from Portage. Mr Goodridge celebrated his 86th birthday with MacGregor guests. Curling prizes noted from MacGregor and Gladstone spiels. Jim Kelly won a $50 Grand Challenge ticket. Beaver Hospital Aid held a semi annual meeting and plans an amateur night on April 27. Wings awarded to Glen Harkness at Portage Flying Club banquet. Sympathy extended to McAskie and Gilbert families. Choir practice set for Thursday. Jolly Harkness hosted seventh birthday party.
The Squirrel Creek school held a Feb 14 St Valentine party with students and three preschoolers. Prizes went to Alva Duncan and Linda. Valentines were exchanged and lunch followed. Local social notes report visits, hospital stays, curling games, and condolences for Maude McAskie’s passing. Active residents include Linda Gilbert Launa Birkett Craig Grove and families in Winnipeg Langruth MacGregor and Austin spiel participants.
Bagot News notes teenagers are invited to join a HIC group in conjunction with Bagot United Church. Interested teens should contact Ross Nichol or Mrs. Don Wright by Sunday, March 11.
Date driven items announce a St Patrick’s Day dance on Friday March 16 with Jellicoe Lafreniere providing old time music. Prizes to be awarded for Roaring Twenties costumes. Also upcoming meetings include North Norfolk Junior Farmers on March 14 with Dr. Thomson on animal diseases. Britannia Chapter 1.0.D.B. on March 5 at Mrs. E Ford’s. North Norfolk Legion on March 6 at 8 p.m.. Beaver United Church Women bake sale April 19 at 3 p.m.. World Day of Prayer March 9 at 3 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church.
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