Norway’s Ramm hailed as hero of steadfast resistance
An editorial recalls Frederik Ramm, a Norwegian journalist who died returning from a German camp. His actions defending freedom and his public apology over a fisheries dispute are cited as examples of principled resistance. Norway’s unity under Gestapo pressure is praised as a model for democratic resilience.
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Peripet
Italy
Pacific
Cana Qs
Europe
Frederik Ramm
Norway
Ramm
Amundsen
North Pole
Denmark
London
Gestapo
Balkans
Wealth Sermonist Quieted by Family Windfall
A preacher who railed against wealth missives found his public fire dampened after an uncle left him a fortune. He had proclaimed the curse of riches and provoked the rich, but the inheritance softened his stance and silenced much of his thunder.
Beulah Ted Wright Enlists in Royal Canadian Air Force
Beulah Ted Wright has joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and will undergo training for air crew duties.
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Ted Wright
R.C.A.F
Pte Nellie Stewart Visits Relatives During Leave
Pte Nellie Stewart of the C W A C is spending a leave with relatives and friends in the area. Mrs Coldman and her granddaughter were Winnipeg visitors over the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nellie Stewart
C.W.A.C
C.5. Coldman
Winnipeg
Frank Paynter Reports Wonderful Time in Toronto Visit
Frank Paynter returns from a trip to Toronto and eastern points and says he spent a wonderful time.
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Frank Paynter
Toronto
Forster Seeks Wool Shipment and Work Group Details
Bes. F0. Forster requests a wool shipment and tasks for sexing for Ret Crees woth. Any ladies who iron work on articles should contact Mrs. Forster for specifics.
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Forster
Court Whist Drive and Dance At Tent Community Hall
A court whist drive and dance are planned at the Tenta community hall on Friday November 10. Whist begins with Spin Lavinis Orchestra. Proceeds support the social club with 50 cents admission, 25 cents for children under one. Beals Martin Bourne has set up shelter stock replacing the fire-destroyed shed. Neighbors helped erect the building last Thursday and Friday. Friends of Jean Rollo and Mrs Geo Clubb gathered at her home Friday night.
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Tenta
Ember
Spin Lavinis Orchestra
Sponsos, Beals
Martin Bourne
Jean Rollo
Geo. Clubb
Miss Mierke Wake Extended Congratulations and Gifts
A social event honored Miss Mierke Wake with heartfelt wishes for the future. Guests presented numerous Christmas gifts arranged beneath a tree, and the guest of honor expressed thanks. The occasion featured a pleasant social tune and a festive atmosphere.
Births in Various Towns Record Newborns
Birth notices from St Mary hospital Birtle report Beulah Bymith first child Glenda Mac born Monday November 29 to Mr and Mrs C Bymith. Aimida hospital records O Nygsard Miniota baby on Tuesday November 2 to Mr and Mrs O Nygsard. Regina Sask sees Irvine May Waldie birth on Thursday November 25 a son for Mr and Mrs C Irvine. Gordon John Roy listed.
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Smitit
St. Mary Hospital
Birtle
C. Bymith
Beulah
Glenda Mac
Gaard
Aimida Hospital
O.nygsard Miniota
Caroline Hien
Clifford Olaf
Irvine
Regina, Sask
C. Irvine
May Waldie
Gordon John Roy
Beulah Bride Marries Lyton Groom At St Pauls
A quiet wedding was held at St Pauls United Church Brandon on Tuesday November 30. Christina Jean Rollo second daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm Rollo Beulah became the bride of George Clubb elder son of Mr and Mrs J Clubb of Lyleton Man Rev W J Spence officiated The couple left for a visit with the parents at Beulah
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St. Paul’s United Church
Brandon
Christina Jean
Wm. Rollo
Beulah
George Clubb
J Clubb
Lyleton
Man
W. J. Spence
G. Clubb
Tater
Community Notes From Arrow River Area
A roundup of local moves and events includes Miss Bernice Wiggins visiting Winnipeg and Mrs Thrale plus son George moving to Ottawa. Jessie Elliott arrives from Souris to spend winter at her home. The church board discussed plans for the year and the Mission Band met with thirteen members. A new study book Far Round the World was introduced. Saturday saw strong activity as 15 pounds of dressed poultry valued around $2000 were sold by the Pool. The Y P A gathered at Jimmie Kirton’s home and enjoyed skating on Murphy Lake. A devotional session followed.
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Y P.A
Jimmie Kirton
Murphy Lake
Local War Savings Totals Reported For Ten Months
At the end of the ten month period the local War Savings committee reports Bettricate A 2973 in War Savings Certificates and status updates on the campaign.
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Jocal War Savings Comartttes
Christmas Tree Concert Plans Highlight District Cheer
J M Elliott leads the committee to organize a Christmas tree event with funds from a £5 appeal. The concert is set for Wednesday night December 22 at the college. Costume coordinators include Miss Tennant, Clege, Wallace, and L. Wizeins as the Y M C A decorates the tree.
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Sandsy
Ieee
J.M Elliott
Messaines
Tennant
Clege
Wallace
L. Wizeins
Y. P.a
Meeting Notes From Christmas Charity Gathering
The meeting opened with Christmas carols and a roll call answered by a gift for the Children's Aid. Mrs G T Aves read the Creed while Mrs J Kennedy presented a paper on writing to soldiers overseas. Arrangements were made to send gifts to service members in Canada and to collect clothing for V Bundles. A silver tea was hosted by the Community Gift Committee.
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Rodl
Childrens Aid
G. T Aves
W A annual meeting notes officers slate for 1944
The meeting was held Thursday at Mrs J M Eliott’s home with Mrs Tennant presenting the state of officers for 1944. Few changes were made as Mrs A Wallace was named new secretary treasurer of the W A and the Mission Band leader led the candle light service.
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W.A
J.M. Eliott
Tennant
8. Wallace
Gift Ties and Scarves Featured at United Stores
Ken's Shop advertises a splendid selection of gift ties and scarves for all tastes. Shop early it pays at United Stores Ltd Minista.
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Ken
United Stores. Ltd
Minista
Isa Bella vacation plans and local society notes
Mr and Mrs J A Robertson departed for Winnipeg and other points while Garnet Robertson now on furlough heads east. The Junior Red Cross bazaar raised 27 dollars at a school event. Miss Flora Scarth visits home before reporting to the C W A C in the new year. Sunday school year reviews note officer changes with Mrs H M Brisbin as acting secretary and Mrs Ru B E Heise as teacher.
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Isa Bella
J A. Robertson
Winnipeg
Red Cross
Margaret Rowan
Flora Scarth
Royal Bank
Morden
C.W A.C
Wm. Iverach
H. M. Brisbin
E. Heise
December meeting held at Mrs H M’s home
The Wi held its December gathering at the residence of Mrs H M, marking a cordial social event. Members discussed upcoming activities and shared seasonal greetings in a quiet, intimate setting.
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H.M
Crandall Community Notes Include Farewell for Local Folk
Over a ton of dressed poultry shipped from Crandall on Thursday. Arnold Douglas on furlough from B C travels to a new destination. Mrs. A Irvine to Brandon to visit her ill father Richard son. Prisoner of war James Jackson formerly of Crandall in Hong Kong now in Tokyo receives Red Cross parcels. Crandall folk honor Mr and Mrs F E J O’Hara before their move to Helland after 28 years. Tea wagon and smoking stand presented along with a W I membership pin. Campbell of McTavish to take over the CPR agency here.
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Japan
Pts
James Jackson
Crandall
Winnipeg Grenadiers
Hong Kong
Tokyo
Red Cross
Helland
Wm. Bill
FE. J. O'Hara
Old and Young Hens Market Notes
Fragmentary reading lists weights and hens, showing old and young stock terms. The text mentions light weights under four pounds and references hens and torn or old stock in a rough catalog style.
Seedtime and Harvest Varieties Usage Report
An agricultural note reports on the 1943 wheat variety allocations in Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba zones. It compares nonapproved varieties like Red Bobs Marquis and Garnet with official recommendations, noting Zone percentages and farmer practices and inviting readers to consult the Line Elevator agents for a coloured Seedtime and Harvest edition.
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Praine
Alberta
Marquis
Thatcher
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Seed Oats and Barley Stocks May Shortage This Winter
Seed-oats and barley supplies will vanish quickly due to frost damage and shortages in eastern Canada and western prairie regions. Germination tests on 407 oat samples show 84.99 percent germination at 0 percent or less and 28 percent at 30 percent or less.
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Canada
Alberta
Saskatchewan
When To Get New Seed For Better Germination
If your seed is low in germination, not best for your district, mixed with other varieties, or damaged in threshing, replace it with certified or registered seed. A good uniform stand reduces weeds and supports future sowing. buy seed plots and the main crop seed from certified sources via the provincial Crop Improvement Associations.
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Watkins
Hamiota
Shoal Lake
Rapid City
Lenore
Minnnedosa
J. R. Watkins CO. Dent
RSW
Winnipeg
Man
Dominion
Overseas arrival reported for R.C.A. F. contingent
Harvey Gibbings received word from his brother Innis by cable on Monday that he had arrived overseas with an R.C.A. F. contingent. The message notes the travel milestone ahead of Christmas shopping period and places the family in wartime service context.
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Harvey Gibbings
Innis
R.C.A F
Miniola Community Soldiers Goodwill Committee Seeks Holiday Visits
The Miniola Community Soldiers Goodwill Committee plans a presentation for service members during the holidays. If a boy or girl is due home for Christmas or New Year, contact QM. Oliver at phone 72.
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Miniola Community Soldiers Goodwill Committee
Nmas
Oliver
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Miniota Herald
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United States
T.B
United Stores, Ltd
Miniota
Turkeys
Arrow River
M. Tesluk
Waldron, Sask
Exchange Po
Rollo
Bernice Wiggins
Jessie Elliott
Souris
The
Mel. Torrance
George
Set
Garnet Robertson
R.C.A. F
Christian Science Monitor
the Monitor
Christian Science Publishing Society
Norway Street
Boston
Massachusetts
Lac
Arnold Douglas
B. C
A. Irvine
Richardson
Eventide
Canada Packersli
A. Spencer's
ENS
W. Nestby
Dept
Wheat Variety Survey
Seed Supplies
Canadian Legion
E. A. Barnes
Geo. J. Heyhoe
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