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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 29, 1948
Page
6
His Excellency the Governor General of Canada will visit the United Kingdom to inspect a guard of honor, observe a parachute demonstration, and witness a post by 417 Squadron RCAF. He will also tour Camp Shilo and Chilliwack in British Columbia.
Thirty five years ago Mrs S B Nunn a district pioneer passed away leaving a legacy in local civic work and education.
A 25 year old advertisement notes sugar offered at 13 dollars and 50 cents for every 100 pounds. The figure reflects historical market pricing and consumer goods advertising from the period.
Bradwardine Army and Navy Veterans club received its charter, marking official formation of the local veterans organization. The milestone elevates post activities and community outreach plans.
The Harmiota district drama festival will be staged in Rivers across three sessions with Rivers players in three plays, Kenton in two, and Banyata Arrow River Crandall and Tarbolton each in one.
Ruth L. Percy of Hazelcliffe Saskatchewan married W. Cecil White in Winnipeg. The new meatless Tuesday rule was set to take effect on May 4.
Parents who wish their children to start school this fall must apply by letter with the child’s birth certificate by June 1. The Gazette notes the school trustees’ decision and carries an advertisement about the motion.
The first youth only concert by the Boys Council will be held here on Friday May 7. Dr. D A Stewart says it will be a bang up affair with wide variety entertainment. Proceeds will fund the council movement work.
Winnipeg April DP investigation into possible economies in the cost of milk distribution was turned over to the Milk Control Board in the final report of the legislature select standing committee on agriculture.
No fewer than 10 applications for the municipal doctor post have been received through Monday, says municipal clerk W. T. Dyer. Two applicants visited in person last week: Dr. L. Rubin of Winnipeg and Dr S. BR. Levin of St. Vital. Other inquirers include Dr. Schulman of Oak Lake Dr. D. D. Sturdy of St. Vital Dr. P. D. Hooge of Kindersley Sask Dr. S. A. Simon of Sailcoats Sask Dr. F. G. Davis of Sundridge Ont Dr. G. T. Irvine of Saskatoon Dr. S. S. Avren of Assiniboia and Dr. M. W. Dobson of Nakomis Sask.
E Bender of the Manitoba Power Commission led a two day wiring school for farmers from Carnegie Oakleigh and Rivers districts. Fifteen farmers attended the sessions held Thursday and Friday in the curling rink. The program covered wiring farm buildings planning installations and materials needed.
Hyman Latch of the Jewish immigrant aid society reports five displaced persons detained in Montreal on illegal passports have their Canada entry deportation delayed after returning from the city.
Reeve T. H. Seens and Conn J. J. McDonald visit Winnipeg this week to meet Minister Errick Willis of public works about rerouting No 28. Plan would have the provincial trunk road pass through Daly and Rivers, reconnecting with current No 28 three miles west of Bradwardine.
A new rink on the south side collapsed as the concrete base failed, causing the roof to sag at the center. The southeast corner slid eight feet and struck temporary vaulting rooms while a south side concrete section rolled onto its side. Excess moisture from rain and melting ice increased weight. insurers do not cover such damage. Efforts to save the structure involve placing supports at key points.
Board chairman C. J. McFadden will interview Rivers school teaching staff to gauge desire to stay for another year, following a board meeting last Thursday. He will also discuss staff concerns. J. A. McKenzie reported Easter week linoleum was laid in the main hall due to lack of hardwood. C. Farmer was appointed to secure eavestroughing for the school.
Five Nova Scotia men J Porter J Davison P Stoddard J Lawrence and C Currie arrived earlier this week to join a construction gang at Everywhere Airport. The group is registered at the Alexandra hotel.
The Assiniboine valley and southeast Daly report flood conditions linked to melting snow and heavy rain. Rivers area hosts Riverside lake reappearing, reviving memories of Rivers regattas and the Lakes of the Woods, with old residents recalling races between Alfred Wareham and Charles Nowe. The 1948 Riverside edition is smaller, waters receded by May.
Flood conditions along the main line force Canadian National to consolidate passenger service and reroute several trains between Saskatoon and Edmonton. Schedules suffer across many western regions due to flood impacts.
A report to the American Chemical Society estimates the United States has abundant shale oil and gas in the west sufficient to run automobiles and machinery for about 150 years, signaling vast energy potential amid current exploration.
Two jewelled presentation swords once belonging to the first Duke of Wellington were recovered today, about 36 hours after their theft from the Victoria and Alberta museum.
Anglican clergy in Toronto push public education to shift funerals from parlors to churches for the New Westminster diocese. They report only five percent of Protestant services occur in churches versus ninety nine percent for Roman Catholics, noting parlors’ smaller, less bleak settings at last rites.
Miss W. J. McKenzie, teacher of grades seven and eight, has resigned from the school staff effective June 3. The board will advertise for a new teacher, preferably male, at a salary of 1400 dollars for the year.
The United States Communist Party announces a grassroots campaign for new members, claiming strong support from its national governing board and signaling momentum for the outreach effort. The comment hints at skepticism about origins of the movement.
Britain says it will seek compensation for the loss of the British Viking airliner with 14 people aboard after a collision with a Soviet Yak fighter over Berlin on April 6.
Two men who forced entry into a hotel room were found later by local staff and agreed to pay for damages. Manager T. E. Wright said the incident marks a surge in illegal hotel entries over recent months and prompted immediate enforcement of a new hotel association trespassing rule. Prosecutions will follow when unregistered guests access restricted areas beyond the rotunda dining or beverage rooms without management's permission.
Mrs Rose Gertrude Thompson died April 21 in Brandon General Hospital at age 41. Born March 29, 1907, in Winnipegasis she moved to Rivers with husband R S Thompson and their daughter from The Pas years ago. Funeral Friday at Rivers United Church followed by Rivers Cemetery with Rev F W Lee officiating. Pallbearers named. Left are husband, daughter Marlene, mother Mrs E McAulay, sisters Mrs W G Prior and Mrs T Sanders. Funeral arrangements by Brockies of Brandon.
Tarbolton residents report the Oak River, a periodic stream in the district, overflowing its banks last week and inundating hundreds of acres of farm land. About six farmers with property near the river find their farms partially under water.
This week locals prepare for next year’s bread and enjoy campfire singing while farmers return to fields with plow and drill. A new car agency by F. W. Decker & Sons opens in Ayers and basements begin digging for new homes. Haircuts rise to fifty cents and shaves to thirty-five. Airport construction clatters as service personnel housing goes up. Roads dry after rain, robins show fewer worms, and red-breasted birds appear subdued.
School trustees confirmed the appointment of Mrs G Ellis as teacher for grades five and six last Thursday. The annual salary is set at 1300 dollars.
In Daly area highlights the Pendennis farm home of Reeve N W Robins with his family as a social hub featuring rides and famed ice cream. It notes winter sorrow including Gwen Robins death, local funerals, recent births, and a lively Lothair literary society with rotating chairs and various contributors. A March note reports Rivers town Sec Treas C H Payne missing after Brandon trip, prompting council fears over finances.
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