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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 06, 1956
Page
1
Local notes report ripe tomatoes brought by Mrs. Lukevitch, a yard foreman’s hummingbird rescue at the Olson home, and a CPR pipeline update near MacGregor. School opens with many beginners, a new skating rink project, and assorted quotes, farm tales, and harvest tidbits from Hank Lawson and Fred Clarke.
A notice details the sudden passing of Leslie Tait, describing a respected community member known for a friendly nature and ready smile. It notes his residence, service to the United Church Board, and expresses gratitude from the Tat and Nonigren family for condolences, floral tributes, and support.
The August 23 WI meeting at Mrs John Steen’s home had 23 members present. They voted to donate 150 dollars to the local hospital. After the business session a lunch was served and the next meeting is set for September 2 at 2:30 pm at Mrs R Hotel.
The local school reopened for the fall term on Tuesday September 4 with Principal C Bergen. Enrollment reached 213 pupils on day one, including 72 high school students and 17 new beginners under Mrs Mae Harvey. Several former students have moved into work, stressing continued education and local schooling. The notice extends deepest sympathy to Mrs Gordon McGregor and family on their loss.
Local Hospital Aid held its first fall meeting after the holidays with nine members present. The president reported wards painted, the Aids bought the paint, and drapes cleaned with funds from the Aid. A fun fair planning and nomination ballots were discussed, with next meeting set for September 24 at Memorial Hall. A death notice for Mrs. W. P Fillmore was read with condolences expressed.
Funeral services were held for Gordon Duncan McGregor who died in a highway accident thirty miles east of Kenora on August 20. He was 29, eldest son of Duncan and Mrs McGregor of Pratt, born February 20 1927 at Pratt. He married Audrey Cheetham on August 27 1950 and lived in St Germain after working for CPR and later Winnipeg Gardeners Trucking.
Local repair service advertises refrigeration work for all makes and models including refrigerators deep freezers and air conditioners. Phone number 7 3648 listed for Portage la Prairie.
A double ring ceremony united Margaret Lorraine Fargey and Lyall Evert Sims on Saturday at 2:90 at St Stephen's Broadway United Church Winnipeg. Rev J L Fargey officiated with Rev A Matthews assisting. The bride wore a French lace gown with lilypoint sleeves and veil, carrying red roses and white carnations. Attendants included Eileen Swan as maid of honor and Faye Fordyce as bridesmaid. William Sibald was groomsman. They honeymoon at Detroit Lakes and will reside in Winnipeg.
Evelyn Lillian Sanderson and William David Barbour wed at Christ Church Austin on September 1. Ceremony by Rev Father John Patrick followed by a reception in Austin Community Hall. The couple plans to live in Serviteurs after a honeymoon in Minneapolis and the U.S. The event featured detailed attire and attendants and drew over a hundred relatives and friends.
You Have a Date and St Pauls WA meet at private homes on September 10 12 and 10th 8 15 pm 2 30 pm and 6 30 pm respectively The YLS WMS and Mission Band schedule details listed with hostesses Mrs J Fargey Mrs R E Lye Mrs L Tarr and Mrs M Marsh Involves mite boxes and welcomes children ages 6 to 12 to attend at United church annex and homes on specified dates and times
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