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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 21, 1971
Page
4
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A large crowd attended the funeral for Mrs Ellen B Cooper who died Sunday October 3 1971 at MacGregor Hospital. Rev Harold W Ritchie and Rev Thomas Bailey officiated at MacGregor United Church with organist Mrs L Smith. Interment Beaver Cemetery. arrangements by McMaster Funeral Home Portage la Prairie. Flowerbearers Wallace Stone and Earl Hosler. pallbearers Maurice Smith Cecil Bolton Harold Gilbert Howard Rodgers Floyd Taylor and Robert Sim.
In loving memory of Peter Klassen who died November 8 1968. A heartfelt prayer from those who loved him speaks of precious memories and enduring presence. His wife and family cherish the path he trod and keep him in their hearts forever.
Deep in our hearts you will always stay loved and remembered every day Harold Betty Elsie Sam Kay Frank and families mourn your loss since October 23 1968 time cannot heal the pain but keeps your memory near
Frank Lintott expresses gratitude to all who sent cards fruit parcels and visited him while a patient at MacGregor and Brandon hospitals Special thanks are given to Mrs Lowry the doctor and the nursing staff for care and support.
The Kane family expresses sincere thanks to friends and neighbors for a wonderful surprise party honoring their 25th wedding anniversary. They received lamps a cup and saucer pieces of silver and a lovely set of dishes. Special thanks to Harvey and Edna Kane for planning and organizing the memorable occasion.
Expressions of gratitude to donors for the Hospital Pantry Shower and year round support. Special thanks given to Ladies Auxiliaries for their effort in making the annual event a success.
Manitoba Hydro released its annual report showing revenues up 16 percent from the previous year as power generated and purchased climbed 20 percent to 9 118 000 kilowatt hours for the year ending March 31 1971. Gross revenues reached 75 3 million while expenses rose 11 4 million to 75 million due to inflation and high interest rates.
The Freshwater Fish Market ing Corp a federal government agency has set initial purchase prices for all winter fish species. The season opens November 15 with prices announced a month in advance. Export jumbo whitefish 49 cents per pound. Large and medium round pickerel 50 cents, headless dressed pickerel 62 cents, dressed lake trout 41 cents.
For rent in MacGregor a six room house on Hamp ton Street East features full basement garage and gas heat water works contact 685 2660 for details Store rental nearby centralized location apply Pouch Electric phone 685 2170 Lost two cows and two calves one black cow white face with bronco faced calf at foot and white faced Hereford cow with three month old calf Eva Hulme 685 2794 contact
Donald Mac Donald of the Canadian Labour Congress denies the U S import surcharge as the cause of rising joblessness. He notes the 7.1 percent seasonally adjusted unemployment rate reflects past government policies and warns against blaming recent measures.
MacGregor locals recount recent visitors and gatherings in Brandon. Delegates from Ontario and Saskatchewan attended the 12th Manitoba Northwestern Ontario assembly with banquets, dances, and thanks to the host committee. Nearby residents hosted, visited, and celebrated open houses and anniversaries including the 50th wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Dave Stephenson.
Landlord Nicholson failed again to obtain city compensation for damages to his property caused by a welfare recipient tenant last summer. The finance committee unanimously rejected a $4,500 claim, noting some listed damages predated the incident. Nicholson plans to take the matter to court as alderman Taft cites city solicitor findings clarifying preexisting repairs.
A birthday party for former Prime Minister John Diefenbaker in Minnedosa, Manitoba, has been moved to Friday October 11 from October 30 to avoid Halloween conflicts. Diefenbaker, who turned 76 September 18, was originally invited by local Conservatives but the date was postponed due to Halloween observance.
Roy William Nesbitt a 19 year old from Hamiota Manitoba was killed last week when a truck backed into him in a gravel pit police said he was working near a rock crusher at the site while the accident occurred authorities described the incident as a tragic workplace mishap with Nesbitt fatally crushed by the vehicle
A seven foot wingspan golden eagle found near Lookout Point reservoir in Eugene has not flown recently. An Army Engineers employee delivered the bird to Eugene Humane Society. The US Fish and Wildlife Service will relocate it to Portland Zoo veterinarians will treat the eagle with aim to return it to the wild.
In Oakwood Ontario Brynell Wylie showcased old fashioned furrow digging at a 1988 event. Wylie won the sole competition in the match in Jas. area, highlighting traditional ploughing skills.
The Manitoba Lotteries Commission headquarters will be rotated to Selkirk and open August 1 1972. General Al Mackling and Minister Howard Pawley announced a two storey $250000 building to start construction soon with 22 to 25 staff. Selkirk chosen to decentralize industry and service in Manitoba.
Tom Hamilton proposed with a 155 foot sky sign trailing the message Wendy Folliet will you marry me. The couple planned a meeting at the Dominion Centre observation deck on a Saturday in Toronto. Wendy accepted as the sign passed, and she wore an engagement ring immediately. The banner cost Tom about one dollar per foot.
A theft at the Edmonton attorney's office has depleted the coffee fund by 86 dollars as cream and sugar supplies vanish. The office now keeps coffee supplies under lock and key, according to a spokesman.
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