Farmers Spiel in Full Swing With 32 Rinks Competing
The Farmers Spiel draws 32 curling rinks for prizes as Bill Moore emerges as a dark horse contender. Firdale's annual spiel draws strong entry with noted good rock tossers. Local notices mention creek work, rumor definItion, garden seed prep, and Portage Foresters event results with Ron Smerson and team winning the Barrett Event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Moore
Firdale
Ron Smerson
Ron Borton
Dennis Beaudin
Elaine Borton
Foresters
Portage
Barrett
Glen Wright
Nice
Britannia Chapter notes 1956 work and officers
Mrs C F Kitson was re elected Regent for a fifth term at the Britannia Chapter 10DE annual meeting held in early February at Mrs S K Lamb's home. Reports credit members with decorating day and remembrance day services, Red Cross campaigns, and TB clinic arrangements.
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Britannia Chapter
S. K Lamb
C.F. Kitson
HA. Lye
JODE
RED Cross
EA. Hay
LeBlanc
Winnipeg
Ai Harvey
CAN. Assoc
GE Lewin
March OF Dimes
C. Kitson
C. Brown
Memorial Hall
MacGregor Hospital
A. Weber
Colorful Going Up Ceremony For Local Cubs In MacGregor
A lively memorial troop event marks Cub Pack joining Scouts in MacGregor. Leaders Bergen Ardagh Kennedy Booth preside as Patrol Leader Snaith conducts the flag break and Dennis Critchlow and others join the Scouts. The ceremony ends with a candle ritual, a grand howl and a communal lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memorial
Dave Kennedy
Ell
O Cane
Ada
Dennis Snaith
Cubs
Bergen
Pony Express
R. O'Neill
W. Montgomery
MacGregor
Cremony
Herb, McMillan
Stuart Montgomery
Richard Mason
Doug Pennell
Wayne Palmer
Clinton Brisco
Ralph Dickinson
Dennis Critchlow
Gerald Hay
Commie
Charles Sing
Montgomery
Scout Ladies’ Auxiliary
Local Hockey Player Loses Eye Sight In Saturday Game
The Intermediate Hockey Club faces a depleted lineup after Garnet Critchlow lost sight in one eye following a Saturday exhibition against Carberry. His injury occurred in MacGregor’s zone when struck by a stray stick. he underwent surgery in Winnipeg and remains hospitalized with plans for further treatment.
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Mactre
Dennie Lamb
Carberry
Dennie
Garnet Critchlow
MacGregor
Garn
Winnipeg
Norman Critchlow
Neepawa
Garnet
Walter
Ralph Critchlow
Garnie
Winnipeg General
Mac Gregor Chamber of Commerce Meeting Notice
The Mac Gregor Chamber of Commerce will meet Tuesday March 12 at 8 p.m. in the Legion Room Memorial Hall. The meeting will elect officers, review the year's accomplishments, and set plans for the coming year's activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacGregor Chamber of Commerce
Legion Room
Memorial Hall
What is a Foster Home Executive Director Explains
The Children’s Aid Society of Central Manitoba explains foster homes as temporary living spaces and partnerships with local agencies. Foster parents must love children, provide daily care, respect differences, and endure the hard physical work while offering a happy home and good humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Children's Aid Society of
Central Manitoba
Children’s Aid Society
Collegiate Chatter: Education Week Reflections and Curling Notes
Students start at nine after a sleepy Monday morning. Easter exams are set for March 25. Manitoba high school bonspiels grant curling jackets to students. Education Week highlights parental visits and the value of schooling amid advancing complex machinery.
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Manitoba
Canada
William Saunders Veteran of World War I Dies
William Saunders, veteran of the 44th Battalion, died suddenly on a Friday morning after a brief illness. He was a longtime MacGregor resident, former butcher, and active sport enthusiast who served in France during World War I and was wounded in 1917. He is survived by his wife, James of Waterloo, Ont, and several relatives. services were held at the United Church, with interment in MacGregor Cemetery.
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Pole
Wiliam
Meile
Ell” Saunders
Rand
Richard Saunders
Ase Gregor
MacGregor
William
France
England
Lay Ben Lite
Ot MacGreger
Scuphter
Elizabeth Ans Lite
Ms. Saunders
Bill
E. E. Turner
J. M. McPhee
J. L. Lamb
The
Canadian Legion
United Church
James
Waterloo
Hardace Coal
Roblin
Man
Harry Saunders
William Saunders
United Church and Annex
J. L. Fargey
SR Lamb
Stan Cooper
Thos. Wark
Harvey Chant
44Th Battalion
Ivor Oson
Clarence Smith
Fred Venn
G C. Fotheringham
John Emerson
A.M Shaw
MacGregor Cemetery
McKillop
Carberry Tops MacGregor 73 in Weekend Hockey
Carberry defeated MacGregor 73 Saturday night in MacGregor building a big first period lead. Art Sear scored five for Carberry and Gary Shaw assisted on early goals as MacGregor fought back before the visitors sealed the win with late tallies. A benefit game for Garry Critchlow is planned next week with date and opponent to be announced.
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Carberry
MacGregor
McGregor
Sorenson
Smith
Allan
Grove
Barber
Art Sear
Sear
Evans
MacGregor Club
Charlie Townsend
Pete McGregor
Gary Shaw
Innis Harvey
Garry Critchlow
New Doctor Arrives in MacGregor
Doctor John Jenkins his wife and son Simon John aged 2 arrive from Birmingham England last Monday February 25. He assists Dr Parker and will take over the practice while Dr Parker is away on holidays and pursuing a post graduate course in the city, to begin in about six weeks. We welcome them to MacGregor and wish them a pleasant stay.
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John Jenkins
Simon John
MacGregor
Birmingham
England
Jenkins
Parker
Immunization Registration Opens for Young Children
Registration begins in late April for vaccines to children aged six months to five years. Parents should register at Municipal Office MacGregor Austin General Store Austin Solo Store Sidney Post Office. centers open for registration until March 31. Immunizations at Baby Clinics. date to be announced. Public Health Nurse contact for details.
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MacGregor Austin
Austin
Sidney Post Office
Nell. Ozechowsky
PHN
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North Kildonan
Staffen
Allies Theatre
Grant MacDonald
Vancouver Island
Matistics
D.E
EA Hay
Oli Ager
Ardagh
D. Kennedy
D. Booth
Larry Moore
C of C
Children’s Aid Society Speaking
Wm. Saundes
Clare Tarr
Armstrong
Alexander— 26Th Field Regiment
Brandon
Alexander
26Th Field Regiment
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