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Newspaper
Rivers Banner
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 13, 2009
Page
5
A student debunks exam pencil superstitions and other luck beliefs. The piece argues such fables distract from faith and diligent study, urging reliance on God, prayer, and hard work rather than luck or a special pencil. It cites World War I origins of a cigarette superstition and notes common sense against ladders.
A reader recalls Craig Stewart former MP in Ottawa who in the 1970s urged reestablishment of Bradwardine Post Office after no applicant for postmaster. Donna Hoyak agreed to apply with Stewart's help, enabling continued postal service for Bradwardine residents. The note honors Stewart as a caring public servant for Marquette region.
A diary style note describes a storm day with highways closed and schools canceled. The writer plans calm activities like puzzles, baking buns, hanging photos, writing letters, and avoiding chores while reminiscing about past blizzards and a mischievous grandma making fudge.
Observation on love and sharing faith, urging readers to show care this week. Reflects on John 3 16 and the call to spread God's love, noting loneliness when loved ones are gone and urging acts of kindness this Valentine season.
The Manitoba Homecoming 2010 initiative announced a special quilting competition at the MAAS conference in Brandon. Quilters must register by February 15, 2009 with judging by November 1, 2009, aiming for display at the Manitoba Legislature and other events, with a first prize of $2,800.
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