Manitoba proposes Rural Development Area for Central Plains
The Manitoba government seeks ARDA designation for the Central Plains region including Whitemud watershed and Portage la Prairie. Premier Duff Roblin says this would trigger federal provincial funding for job creation, conservation, and economic development through local cooperation with multiple departments and sub-watershed groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Central Plains
Whitemud
Portage and
MacGregor
Duff Roblin
Merce, Mines and Natural Resources
ARDA
Interlake
Rosedale
Langford
North Cypress
Glenelia
Lansdowne
Westbourne
Lakeview
North Norfolk
Portage le Prairie
Neepawa
Carberry
Gladstone
Water Conservation District
Cubs Prep For Coming Season In Flexible Nearby Play
The MacGregor Cubs Senior Ball Club began practice for another season not tied to a league, planning mostly tournament play. They hope daylight saving boosts future league entry though travel concerns remain. Key players return with newcomers expected to strengthen the squad as pitching and infield duties spread among Gerry Cobbe Barrie Jack Wolfe and others. The team starts tournament activity this Saturday heading to Elm Creek.
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Cubs
Neepawa
Birnie
Eden
Arden
Gladstone
Nat
Gerry Cobbe
Gerry
Jack Wolfe
Macdonald
Barrie
Jack
Garry
Cobbe
Hair Styling Show by Kannia Chapter LU
Kannia Chapter LU sponsors a hair styling show in MacGregor Memorial Hall next Thursday June 6. Three acts showcase past and present styles with performances at 2 30 Reminisces 4 Accent on Youth and 8 Cavalcade of Beauty by local hairdressers. Lunch and a produce table will be available. attendees may join one two or all three acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kannia Chapter LU
MacGregor Memorial Hall
Rural Firefighter School Starts October 1 at MacGregor
Fourteen Manitoba schools to train volunteer firemen between May 28 and October 20, with the first opening in Snow Lake. The MacGregor session begins October 1, directed by D C Jane and featuring centrifugal pumps, booster tanks, smoke masks, first aid gear, and portable equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Snow Lake
Obie Baizley
Labor
MacGregor
Manitoba Fire Commissioner's Office
Provincial Civil Defence Organization
D. C
Fire Commissioner
Town Happenings Highlight Local Weather and Sports
The town enjoyed a spell of good weather followed by rain delaying seeding in the north districts. Main street speedsters drew complaints after cars reached 80 to 90 mph, RCMP intervened briefly. Ken Gair broke his leg last week, and minor baseball teams aged 8 to 14 fielded four squads with about 70 kids. MacGregor athletes earned two seconds at Shilo meet with Sharon Bergquist second in discus and Clinton Briscoe second in 220.
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Brooklands Speedway
RCMP
Mike Hammer
Fairgrounds
MacGregor
Shilo
Sharon Bergquist
Clinton Briscoe
C. of C. to Meet Next Thursday
The MacGregor Chamber of Commerce will hold its meeting next Thursday at 6 o clock. President Dennis McMahon urges a large turnout and invites all interested members to attend.
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C. of C
MacGregor Chamber of Commerce
Dennis McMahon
MacGregor Locals Celebrate Charles White's 85th Birthday
Charles White of Rosehill district marked his 85th birthday on May 29. Weekend visitors included grandson Harvey Harston from Gimli RCAF and Allan Wilson of Gladstone with Frank Hunter of Mayford. Additional visits came from Brandon and Souris residents as neighbors share greetings.
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Charles White
Rosehill
George Currie
Harvey Harston
Gimli
Austin Amateur Contest Friday at Austin Common Hall
The Austin Amateur Contest takes place Friday night at 830 in the Austin Common Hall with cash prizes for all entrants. Competitors are grouped into junior intermediate and senior divisions and entries should be phoned to 48 as soon as possible.
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Austin
Daly named manager at Bank of Montreal MacGregor branch
J C Daly succeeds R C Muskett as manager of the Bank of Montreal MacGregor branch in Montreal. Muskett leaves after four years and moves to Unity Saskatchewan. Daly's career includes positions in North Battleford Porcupine Plain Neepawa Winnipeg Port Arthur and Saskatoon. Muskett served on local chambers and clubs during his tenure.
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Montreal
Carl Daly
MacGregory
Reginald C. Muskett
Unity
Sask
Mr. Daly
Hafford
B of M
North Battleford
Porcupine Plain
Neepawa
Winnipeg
Cay Sask
Port Arthur
Ont
Muskett
MacGregor
Chamber of Commerce
Curling Club
MacGregor and District
Lions Club
Agricultural Society Prepares for 63 Fair
The North Norfolk and District Agricultural Society met to ready the 76th annual summer fair a two day event on July 5 and 6. Exhibitors pay a gate fee and a $1 membership. events include 4H show fastball tournaments horse shows fashion night stock judging and local trophies from sponsors.
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North Norfolk and Instrict Agricultural Society
Saturda
North
Norfolk
Memorial Hall
MacGregor Hotel
Cliff's
Esso Service
Anglo Can. Oils
Bob Douglas
MacGregor Woman Re-nominated to CAS Executive
Leo Lacroix heads the new Central Manitoba Children's Aid Society executive at Portage meeting. Mrs. F. Bogue of MacGregor was renominated for another three-year term. R. H. Stevens becomes immediate past president. D. Parker and G. A. Cassidy named first and second vice-presidents. New board members include Valdi Bjarnarson and Reverend Father Linscott.
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Central Manitoba Children’s Aid Society
Trinity United Church Christian Education
Portage
F. Bogue
MacGregor
Lacroix
R. H. Stevens
Fannystelle
F. G. Hutchinson
D. Parker
Carman
G. A. Cassidy
J. C Moss
C. B. McNulty
Sperling
D. J. Paterson
Westbourne
G. H. Hamlin
C. W. Sing, QC
Bruce T. Fraser
Hare, Gork, Watters and Company
Valdi Bjarnarson
Langruth
Keith Cooper
Morden
Robert Linscott
Earl Mcintyre
Treherne
C. Atkins Carman
A. R. Calvert
Carberry
Robinson Stores convention gathers Canadian franchise leaders
Mrs Clare Leckie led remarks at the Winnipeg Robinson Stores three day convention featuring franchise dealers and managers from Marathon Ontario to Vancouver Island. A Skyview Room fashion show drew 300 attendees with Marilyn Phillips as commentator. Merchandise clinics and fall trends highlighted the program.
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Clare Leckie
Robinson Stores
Winnipeg
Marathon
Ont
Vancouver Island
D. Lamb
R Lamb & Son
Skyview
Marlborough Hotel
Iai
Marilyn Phillips
CBC
Deateee Mate Oeteay
Ion
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MacGregor and Municipality
Faye Crocker
Winnipeg General Hospital School of Nursing
Ken Crocker
Rossendale
MacGregor Cubs
Carrie Barber
Perry Allan
Ken Green
Ernie Woods
Elm Creek
Ernie
Ken Gair
Ken
MacGregor Locals
Brandon
Stan Moore
Cyril Palmer
Neil Bergen
Angela
Neil
Joe Lambert
Bell Embree
Souris
Gordon Stewart
Matsqui
B.C
Jim McLachlan
Mission
B. L. Jelly
Connie McKelvy
Doug Barber
Barri Barber
K. Crocker
J. C. Daly
R.C. Muskett
Bank
Ellice Avenue
Berry Street
J.C. Daly
Agricultural Society
Eee
Leo Lacroix
CAS
M. Worobee
R. Adrain
C. T. Boyd
W. Brown
Winkler
L. Carter
W. O. Chubb
P. H. Hildebrand
Altona
H. Friesen
L. Lacroix
Poplar Point
A. A. McDougall
J. Menzies
Crystal City
G. Pasquill
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