Sunflower harvest boosts district farming and town upgrades
The district reports growing sunflowers and improved infrastructure including leveled fire reservoir site behind the drugstore and a new sidewalk at Memorial Hall. Weather remains favorable though drinking and soft water are in short supply. Locals discuss new residents, curling memories, and signs of urban change along the avenue with neon and new business facades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Dankesreute
Norwest
Alex. MacDonald
Jas. Tarry
Burnaby
Tarry
Manitoba
MacGregor
Critchlow Bros’ Garage
Merrick’s Fo
Orchard
Wm. Cairns
Critchlow’s
Woodin
Tarty
Tragic Explosion Kills Boy in MacGregor Westbourne Home
A dynamite cap explosion at the Westbourne home of Mr and Mrs Benjamin White near MacGregor kills 10 year old Bobbie White and injuries several others. Father Benjamin White dies later in hospital. A double funeral was held in MacGregor. Building permits in MacGregor exceed 210000 over five years reflecting strong local enterprise.
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Westbourne
Benjamin White
White
Lizzie
Joseph Moore
MacGregor
Bobbie
Harry Lloyd
Alice Lloyd
Portage Hospital
Mr. White
Mrs. White
Lynne
Florence
Myrna
Richard
Notice to Electors Taxe for September 1949 Ledger
Notice to electors that a file and the monthly financial statement for September 1949 are in the Corporation office in MacGregor Manitoba and may be inspected by any elector or agent at reasonable hours. Dated October 4, 1949, at MacGregor. G. E. Lewin, Secretary-treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacGregor
Manitoba
G. E Lewin
Beaver News Notes Visits and Upcoming Presbyterial Events
Mrs. Howard Jarvis of Winnipeg visited her mother Mrs. I Irwin while Lloyd Rusk of Gainsborough Sask visited the R G Smith home. James Scott of Sask visited M E Harkness and relatives. Mr and Mrs Rosling celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary with about twenty relatives. Mrs Irwin and Jim joined them. Portage Presbyterial conference is set for October 21 at Macdonald and a Fall Thank offering gathering on October 25 at Mrs John Dankes reiter residence with guest speaker Mrs B L MacKenzie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Jarvis
Winnipeg
I. Irwin
Mrs. Lloyd Rusk
Gainsborough, Sask
R. G. Smith
James Scott
Sask
M.E. Harkness
WMS
Portage
In Memoriam Barber
In memory of our dear Dad John Barber who passed away on October 1937. Lovingly remembered by the family.
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Barber
John Barber
Itannia Chapter LODE Plans Active Program and Dances
The regular Itannia Chapter LODE meeting discussed inviting parents and school officials to MacGregor School on Oct 11 for a 30 pm presentation. Clifford Chant to receive the Bert Kitson Memorial Scholarship for achievement and citizenship. Dances will continue, next Oct 8 with Telford’s Orchestra. Amateur Contest moved to Nov 4 to avoid conflicts with Austn Fowl Supper and Bagot Bazaar. proceeds for Memorial Hall. Calls for clothing and shoes for European refugees, donations accepted at Municipal Office by Nov 1. Remember LODE and the Oct 8 Memorial Hall dance. School visit Oct 1 at 3:30 pm. Amateur Contest Nov 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacGregor School
Clifford Chant
Bert Kitson
Lo.d.e
Telfords Orchestra
Memorial Hall
Lode
Unitarian Service Committee
Cancer Is Your Fight
From every corner of the globe news arrives of the search for cancer causes and cures. The Manitoba Cancer Relief and Research Institute has reduced provincial cancer deaths by over 25 percent in nineteen years through early diagnosis. Learn the facts to protect yourself and improve recovery rates. Early signs are not obvious but awareness can save lives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
F. Barton
MacGregor
Manitoba Cancer Relief and Research Institute
Chamber of Commerce to Meet Next Tuesday
A Rexwar era meeting of the Mai Gregor Chamber of Commerce will be held in the Legion Room of the Memorial Hall next Tuesday Oct 1 at 8 pm. Attendance is requested and all are welcome.
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Mai Gregor Chamber of Commerce
Legion Room
Memorial Hall
Nomination Day meetings urged for North Norfolk council
Next Tuesday marks Nomination Day for the Rural Municipality of North Norfolk and the Village of MacGregor. Officials urge ratepayers to attend Memorial Hall in MacGregor from 1 to 2 PM to question councilors and school trustees about their stewardship before nominations or acclamations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Norfolk
Memorial Hall
MacGregor
C. R. Wallace
G. S. Thompson
RJ. Shaw
Chas
Munitiran
FIDE
MacGregor Hool
Act Mation
H. J. Collins
H. A. Lye
D. G. McLachlan
Move of Municipal Office to Austin Promoted by Local Meeting
A public meeting chaired by Walter Duncan and secretary P Pearson urged voters to back a resolution to relocate the Municipal Office and staff within the municipality. Speakers cited costs of the split, salaries, and potential savings, noting 50 voters attended and discussions covered roads and business taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Duncan
P. Pearson
W. Makinson
Austin
Vicinity
MacGregor
North Norfolk
Corporation of Munici
L. Leckie
A. Thorgilsson
Egarding
Dave's Modern Lunch Opener at New Eating Place
Dave's Modern Lunch opened yesterday morning revealing a new and ultra modern eatery. The cafe features a modern building with water works, floor lighting and chrome trimmed booths. a twelve foot neon sign enhances its inviting white stucco front as finishing touches remain.
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Dave
Macaregor
High School Chatter from the Year’s First Shindig
A school social, dubbed the first shindig of the year, drew quality turnout and funded the treasury at $4.40. May Cathcart earned standing in multiple subjects after illness, now joining the teaching profession. A football game between Carberry and loon is noted, with Carberry leading 4-0. Students report silver nitrate staining from a chemistry mishap and reflect on the school closure for Teachers’ Convention and Thanksgiving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vivian Telford
May Cathcart
Mae
Struthers
Weel
Carberry
Brantford
Lit
Beng
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Senate
RE. Lue
Beaver News
Mrs
Maurice Smith
Memoriam
Itannia
J. P. MacKinnon
Cancer
C.F. Kitson
W. F. Mont
MacGregor Herald
Tota
Aew
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