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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 10, 1949
Page
4
A misread item claims Emperor Napoleon III established a state owned service on Jarnee Island in British Columbia as the sole land devoted worldwide to manufacturing commercial high explosives. The report reflects uncertain sourcing and unlikely historical accuracy.
Community notes report visits by Bagot and district residents to Portage Winnipeg and Rapid City, plus a dance at Mayfair Roseroom and annual meetings of local clubs. A safety notice cites dangerous road conditions on No 1 east of Bagot, with residents driving through fields to reach the highway as winter approaches.
Evelyn Dorothy Ritchie daughter of Mr and Mrs H D Ritchie married George Pihulak of Winnipeg on October 29 in a ceremony officiated by Rev S R Od. The bride wore white satin with a long skirt and nylon yoke, pearl veil, and carried roses and mums. Groom Roy Wakefield wore apple green. best man Emil Pihulak. A reception at Peggy's Pantry hosted about fifty guests. The couple plan to reside in Winnipeg after a short trip to the United States.
In memoriams note the passing of Genevieve Ann Reid on November 13 in a long faded family tribute. The verse laments death but holds memories with family members Florence Russell and a daughter. The piece expresses longing to greet at the door and recalls a loving mother and grandmother.
In loving memory of our dear wife and mother Isa belle McLachlan who passed away November 8 1945. Loving memories will never die though years toll on and days go by. Our hearts remember the one we loved and will never forget. Lovingly remembered by Graham and Bea and Stewart.
Stan McCulloch of Bank of gov extols safety deposit boxes for valuable papers, insurance policies, bonds, stock certificates, and family jewelry. He argues home storage risks loss to fire or thieves and urges renting a box for a small daily fee for vault protection.
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