Manitoba W I Centennial Convention Highlights Roles and Awards
Manitoba Women's Institute celebrated Canada's centennial during their May 30 to June 1 convention at the University of Manitoba. Marion Settee of Matheson Island won the Myrtle A. Rose bursary of 500 dollars to further her education as a Metis student. Centennial Day featured a centennial dress and discussions on planning for the future, youth and family, and computer age needs. Mrs. E R James of Grosse Isle was elected president for 1967 68 with vice president Mrs Stanley D Price of Warren. New district presidents include Mrs J Finkbeiner Isabella for Birtle and others across Dauphin Grandview Roblin Roblin Russell and Kemnay. Board members include Mrs Clarence Bell Killarney and University of Manitoba home economics leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.I
Marion Settee
Matheson Island
Myrtle A. Rose
Manitoba W. It
Miss Settee
Universty of
Manitoba
Ethel McPhail
Boissevain
E. R. James
Grosse Isle
Stanley D. Price
Warren
J. Finkbeiner
Isabella
Birtle
W. Campbell
Grandview
Dauphin
P. E. Nowasad
Roblin
Roblin Russell
J. K
Royden J. Bateman
Baldur
Manitou
R. Calvert
Sidney
Portage
P. Janzen
Grunthal
William I. Finlay
Benito
Swan Valley
Winnipeg-Interlake
Clarence Bell
Killarney
E. Feniak
University of Manitoba
School of Home Econom
News Wanted for Miniota and District
Mrs. Peg Murphy has kindly consented to collect news for Miniota and district. Subscribers are asked to cooperate and help her to keep the paper going. Deliver news events to Mrs. Murphy or call after supper. a paper without news cannot survive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peg. Murphy
Miniota
Farm Notes: Conifer Browning and Spider Mites
Brownings in coniferous trees in the Brown area may be caused by winter kill sun scald or pests. Spruce spider mites feed on sap turning needles yellow or brown. Wash trees with a strong hose stream to remove webs and mites. Use Kelthane 2 lb wettable powder per 100 gallons or 2 teaspoons malathion 50 percent emulsion per gallon water, or Aramite or Ovotran per label directions.
Birdtail River School Board Meets At Shoal Lake June 1 1967
Birdtail River School Division No 38 held a regular meeting at Shoal Lake on June 1 1967 with trustees Rankin Stimpson Fulton Selby Rapley Randell and Clark present along with Messrs Davison Robertson Morris and Inspector Funk. Motions approved include adopting May 16 1967 minutes granting $100 to Allan Preston for attending the Summer Science Program and arranging interviews to outline courses at multiple communities. The session largely discussed teacher workload and 1967-68 course offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birdtail River School Division No
Shoal Lake
Rankin, Stimpson, Fulton, Selby, Rapley, Randell and Clark
Allan Preston
Royal Canadian Institute
Manitoba
Messrs. H. Kingdon
E G. Morris
A. W. Robertson
St. Lazare
Foxwarren
Miniota
Kenton
Birtle
Hamiota
Strathclair
Miniota Athletes Shine at Zone Meet Virden Winners
At the Zone Meet in Virden on May 27 Miniota athletes won multiple events. Sharon Bryant took second in the 60 yard dash and first in the 100 yard dash. Mona Morton won the 80 yard hurdles. Pat Wiens won the broad jump. Ken Peel took second in discus and Ken Haines second in shot put. The girls relay finished second and the school total reached 8536 points. First-place victors Sharon Bryant Pat Wiens Mona Morton advanced to Winnipeg on June 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miniota
Virden
Sharon Bryant
Sharon Brayant
Noreen Wadham
Mona Morton
Pat Wiens
Sharon Attwood
Ken Peel
Ken Haines
Isabella W I Meet The June WI Meeting at Mrs Wall’s Home
The June WI meeting at Mrs C Wall’s home on Tuesday June 6 was led by Mrs Doran with a sing song and Creed. Mrs J Coxworth spoke on Opportunity. Mrs L Wright reported on the F W L C and Expo in Canada 1967 and Man the Provider. Mrs C Wall gave the Hospital Aid report and the Treasurer noted $63 for Cancer Research. The group heard about the Provincial Convention highlights, and the Centennial Committee reported progress. A bee was planned to prepare Kennedy house for Museum items. Grounds were cleaned and a dainty lunch provided by hostesses Mrs Al Clark Mrs H Calder and Mrs C Wall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.I
C. Wall
Doran
J. Coxworth
L. Wright
F.w.lc
Canada
J. E. Finkbeiner
Kennedy House
al Clark
H. Calder
C. Wal
Crandall U C W Holds Centennial The June Crandall U C W meeting marked a Centennial event with 29 members and 6 visitors attending
The Crandall U C W met in Centennial form with 29 members and 6 visitors. Mrs R Webber, Mrs W Taylor, Mrs Steen, Mrs G White, and Mrs L Lipscombe led the devotional on Man and His World. Minutes approved. larger tables planned for the Strawberry Social. Treasurer reported envelope income 15.25, expenses 21.80, balance 188.33. Members displayed centennial costumes and antiques. lunch concluded the event. Special thanks to Scotia ladies for the devotional, and photos were taken to commemorate.
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Crandall U.C.W
Scotia
R. Webber
W. Taylor
Steen
G. White
L. Lipscombe
Taylor
M. Bray
H. Rivers
P.C.T.C
Gimili Fresh Air Camp
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TNS
Ics
Gail Denbow
The
Manitoba Department of Agriculture
Pseum
Holy Trinity Anglican
United Church of Canada
Jack Nield
B.A
Beulah
Arrow River
Wendell Wight Ag. Rep
Legion
Mintota
E. C. Douglas, Crandall
V. M. Lockhart
J.D. Rollo
Sec
Birdtail River
Messrs. Davison, Robertson, Morris
Inspector Funk
Isabella W.I. Meet
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