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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 19, 1959
Page
2
W H Vopni, publisher, is noted in a Canada related item. The brief item references the publisher’s year and a single copy context, highlighting a historical archival note.
Community items from Mrs R All detail WMS stockings collection at Mrs Geo Graham or Lamb's Store. Elaine Thomson from Children's Hospital visited. Winnipeg trips and family visits noted. Armistice Day guests Mr and Mrs Lindsay Poyser. Outhwaite Mr O Frazier home from Winnipeg Hospital. Patriotic Club meet Nov 24, United Citizens Sadies Aid Nov 26, YW United Church Bazaar Nov 21 with turkey supper. Portage la Prairie jury duties involve Paul Urhin Merlin Lamb Karl Anderson. Whist starts Nov 20 for Hall Fund. CGLT group naming Humble Helpers with Vesper Service Dec 14 and crafts in progress.
The Austin Hall annual meeting, held Friday evening at the Masonic Hall, saw fair attendance and reports by Sec. treas. A Johnston and Mrs. J Durwood. Alex Beresford chaired, Mrs. T Poyser served as secretary. The roof collapse disaster marked the year. Officers retiring: J Durwood, Ted Collier, Merlin Lamb. Replacements: Howard Westman, A Christofferson, Mrs. T Poyser. Chas Hotel named chair and A Johnston secretary.
The Austin WMS meeting at the Austin United Church on November 12 gathered 13 members and one visitor. Mrs. Cookson conducted the devotional service while the secretary and treasurer presented reports and they were approved.
In Portage United Church at High Bluffs Fellowship Rally on October 29 representatives from WA and WMS attended. Miss Beulah Burns of Korea inspired the group while Mrs T Poyser summarized the meeting. A WMS stocking drive and overseas clothing collection were planned with details to follow.
Austin Credit Union announces growth to handle rising patronage with the hiring of an assistant manager, Mrs. Enid Urwood. The move signals an expansion of business operations and improved member service.
The Austin Ladies Curling Club held its annual meeting at the home of Mrs. R. Roosen on Monday, November Sth, with members gathered to review the year, elect officers, and plan upcoming events.
Members present heard the treasurer report showing a balance of 149.66 dollars. Mrs Bereford chaired the election of officers with Mrs Jedel as president, Mrs Durward as vice president, Mrs Roosen as secretary, and Mrs Ewen as treasurer. Social committee members were Mrs Harland and Mrs Thomson, with Mrs Wallace as press reporter. The meeting adjourned and a lunch followed.
The valedictory speaker, addressing Mr Chairman, graduates, and guests, reflects on IX and X grades receiving the Torch from predecessors. She recalls choir, remembrance, softball, field day, student council efforts, and the Bonspiel Trophy. Two graduates from Sidney finish school here. The message honors XI and XII standards, urges continued hard work, and pledges to carry the torch forward.
Denominational squabbles gave way to unity as the board of trade united to beautify the town. Rev. A. G. Clark, now 80, lives alone and welcomes greetings from old timers at his address c/o Rev. A. G. Clark Professor of Music R. R. Norton N. B.
The valedictorian expresses gratitude to Mr. Cole and teachers for guidance, honors family and community supporters, and urges Grades IX and X to value education. A closing poem encourages doing one’s best, whether at the hill or valley, ending with a playful note about being the liveliest bass in the lake.
The death occurred suddenly in Brandon Manitoba on Sunday October 25 of Mr Angus MacKenzie aged 69 of 415 7th Street born in Dunrea Manitoba. He served in World War I 1914 1918 then joined the CPR until 1940 including twelve years at Austin Manitoba where he ran the coal dock. Survived by two daughters and three sons and 12 grandchildren. funeral held Wednesday October 28 at Brockie Donovan Chapel with burial in Brandon cemetery Veterans section.
A reader notes Rev A G Clark requested publishing a message in the Mac Gregor Herald to reach surrounding districts. The writer handed the letter to the Editor and disclaims responsibility for omitted names as Clark mentions visiting Austin and finding five churches with resident ministers.
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