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lMtt WINNIFU ttVKNlNU TK1BUN1£. MUINlJAY, IUINL Io, 19J4PREMIER OPENS I premier opens new mennonite hospitalNEW HOSPITALMENNONITESlthThrong Attends Dedication at Church and at ElmwoodInstitutionWith hundreds of Mennonite citizens of Winnipeg and Manitobaand friends thronging the halls and terraces of the new Concordia hospital in Elmwood Sunday, Premier John Bracken climaxed the day of festivities by formally declaring the institution open.The dedication ceremonies commenced at 1.30 pm. with a service in St Andrew's church, Elgin ave.' and Ellen st. The edifice, with a capacity of 1.000, was filled to thedoors. Addresses of dedication were delivered by Rev John Klasen andRev. Dr. C. N. Hletoert.Three Choirs AssistThree fine Mennonite choirs, led respectively by F. C. Thiessen, B. Horch and John Conrad, played a leading part in the festivities, contributing numbers both at the church and later at the hospital.Premier Bracken In company with W. McCurdy, president of the Winnipeg Board of Trade; civic and provincial officials and officers, i were met on the broad verandahs I at the rear of the hospital by J. J. Schultz, president of the hospital, the directors and staff of the intit ution. On the sward below were gathered hundreds of the Mennonite community and their friends and visitors. Dr. R. Classen wa« chairman.The premier briefly reviewed the history of the new hospital, which waa formerly the Elmwood Sani-torium. Eight years ago it was reopened as a maternity hospital. After five years in this classification it became a private hospital. Finally an order-in-council was passed converting it to the present use. He paid tribute to the industry of the Mennonite people, and. on behalf of the government of Manitoba, complimented them upon their unselfish work for their less fortunate members. He then declared the hospital formally opened.Dedicated to GodA short service followed in which the singing of the combined choirs in German was a feature. Dr. Hiebert then conducted a short service in English, dedicating the hospital to the service of God. declaring that the «ouls as well as the bodies of the inmates would be cared for.Mr McCurdy, president of the Board of Trade, spoke of the great contribution that the Mennonite people had made in all spheres ofA large crowd attended the formal openingof the Concordia hospital on De Salaberry §t., Elmwood, formerly the Elmwood Sanitorium, on Sunday. The picture shows Premier Bracken formally declaring the new institution open. Hundreds of Mennonite citizens of Winnipeg andManitoba attended the ceremonies, which included an impressive church service at 1.30 p.m. in St.AAndrews church, and an Inspection of the hospital later in the day. The premier congratulated the Mennonite people on their industry, both In their daily tasks and in their social service activities.Canadian life. They had accepted Canada's invitation to settle within her borders, and they had done so to the benefit of their adopted country. Referring to the name “Concordia.” the speaker said it augured well for the future, as it stood for concord, co-operation, helpfulness and happiness. He extended the good wishes of the Winnipeg J3oard of Trade.Praises Mennonite IndustrySpeaking for the Canadian Club In the unavoidable absence of W.L. MacTavish. its president, Robert England told of the excellent work of the Mennonite settlers on the farms of the province. Many of these, he said, had repaid their in- j debtednees despite the recent depression. He lauded the spirit of helpfulness and humanity that had prompted them to found the new* hospital, and predicted great success for the undertaking. He urged the younger generation to remember the sagacity of the older people.Dr. H. Seelhelm, German consul, told something of the administrative work of the Mennonite people, and referred to their willingness to extend the facilities of the hospital to others than those of their own race. He was proud, he said, of the founding of this institution.Dr. R. Classen thanked the premier, the provincial and civic governments and the many Individuals who had given much-needed and welcome assistance. He concluded by reading a telegram of congratulation from the staff of the Mennonite hospital at Kansas City.May Use Salt SpringMany people took advantage of the opportunity to inspect the building. Nurees and officials acted as guides. A buffet lunch was served in the reception rooms.The staff of 11 nurses and supervisor are all German graduates of various Canadian and American hospitals. The hospital is entirely modern and up to date.Directors stated that as soon as funds were available, the salt water spring, which has been diverted into the Red river, will again be utilized.It wai» stated that all the Men-nonites of the community respon sible for the founding of this hospital have come to Canada since the Great War to escape the persecution of the Russian Soviet. Three hundred and fifty hold membership* In the hospital, while more than 2.000 others havo what is known as a contracting membership. Members are given a reduction on all charges for service, and also receive maternity service free.items of business will be brought before the meeting. All members are asked to be present. A cordial invitation is extended to all members of the 20th Century Woman’s club.Jan Pawlica, consul for Poland,announced today that the consulate would observe a period of eight days’ official mourning, bccause of the death of Bronislaw Pieracki,Polish minister of the interior. The flag will be flown at half-mast for three days. On Tuesday morning, masses will be held in the Holy Ghost church and St. John Cantiue.En route from Vancouver, a party of Danish government officials from Copenhagen will arrive in Winnipeg today over the Canadian National railways and will be guests at the Fort Garry hotel. Included in the party are Hon. J. F. N. Friis Skotte, minister of pubHc works, and Mrs. Eriis Skotte; P. Knutzen, director-general of the Danish state railways, and Mrs. Knutzen, and A. Jensen, inspector of traffic for the Danish lines. The party spent a few days at Jasper Park lodge and after a short stay in Winnipeg will leave for Chicago and the World's Fair.SPLIT IN HITLER REGIME SHOWN IN POLICY ATTACK[CONTINUED]the nature of selfishness, lack of character, untruth, ungentlemanliness and arrogance that Is trying to spread out under the cover of the German revolution.”As one of those responsible for the events when the Nazis went into power, von Papen said, he was being more and more pressed “by voices which demand that I take a positive stand concerning events transpiring In Germany and the conditions obtaining here.“It would be a mortal sin, both from the human and the statesman’s point of view, not to say what must be said at this decisive juncture of the German revolution.”Value of PressOne of Von Papen’s first dartswas at the muzzling of the press.‘The press Ls no longer a safetyvalve,” he said, “the real purpose of the press would seem to be to inform the government of defects that have crept in and point out where corruption has secured aKarOi ii'Koro u*irloiio rn'etul/ouTWwl ■ •1 Fi ar:Ql ataiInIn27llgious or worldly. There is a struggle ahead as to whether the new Heisch or the Germans shall be Christian or lose itself in sect spirit and semi-religious materialism. The decision wiU be easy provided all attempts by the state are restrained from influencing this decision by the state authority in the direction of forcible reformation.“Political interference with the realm of religion has compelled those affected to decline on religious ground to accept the claim to totality which, when it encompasses religion, is contrary to nature. *Let there be no mistake about the fact that a fight on religion will m release forces w'hich even force es cannot break.”That Von Papen does not ap-rove of Goebbels dally speeches n various parts of Germany against critics is indicated by the following passage from his spcech:“Not by inciting the people, especially youth; not by uttering threats against helpless sections of the population; but only by the truthful exchange of views with \ the people can confidence be increased.Against Radicalism“The people know that heavy sacrifices are demanded of them. They will bear them and follow der Fuehrer (Hitler) in unshake-able confidence if they are able to participate in advising artd devising, If everv word of criticism is not immediately stamped as ill-will and if despairing patriots are not branded as public enemies.”Von Papen solemnly warnedr,Air Service ResumedTo All Key Point* In th* United StatesPlanes Leave Dailyat 3.45 p.m.Arrive* Winnipeg 11.45 a m.For further information, apply;HANFORD AIR LINES229 PORTAGE AVE. 95 711ACID ENDEDin 11 Minute*—Fi* StomachStomach Trouble. Gnawing Pain*. Acidity. Koul Breath. B*d Taate, B’**•♦-lng, Nervous Indigestion. Sourne**, aridPoor fiirpu Are wnrw iv .RIGHT... •
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Winnipeg Tribune
Winnipeg, Manitoba, CA
Mon, Jun 18, 1934
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