31 Aug 1922
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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1922
Page
1
The article warns of seasonal conflict as rural hunters roam fields endangering farms and families to shoot wild birds. It contrasts this with town residents defending their property and domestic fowl, questioning public tolerance for armed conduct in shared spaces.
Farmers and townspeople are urged to turn unused items into cash by advertising in the local paper. The column promises wide circulation and quick cash for miscellaneous articles no longer needed.
Rivers School opened Tuesday morning drawing a long line of eager youngsters. The High School begins September 10. Donald McLeod joined as assistant principal at 1700 dollars annual. Enrolment is expected to be the largest in history with many beginners. The Gazette Printery completed printing the Auditor’s Report on the towns defalcations, issued for each ratepayer.
A Gazette exchange contrasts English newcomers with other groups, noting public scrutiny of English citizens in Canada. The author argues prejudiced views persist despite shared British heritage and questions why immigrants must prove themselves while others face less opposition.
Ten years after closure Rivers School re opens on Sent. Ist with principal Jas McNeil and teachers Miss Allen Miss Kirkland and Miss Haigh. Melville slogan reads 5000 for Melville in 1913. Local Machinists strike plan Labor Day sports featuring a two mile open race. Harvest labor shortages noted as C Howard and R Wilkinson travel to Winnipeg to recruit workers.
The Daly rural municipality warns farmers about a prominent weed showing up this season. It advises double disking stubble after threshing and re-disking or plowing in spring if growth appears, and destroying any plants pulled this fall.
A Chicago News excerpt extols Britain's diplomacy as the loyal partner to many nations. It argues Britain is the foremost friend to Japan and the United States, supports France's indemnity efforts, and stands as Russia's entry to respectful international society, portraying Britain as the world’s primary helper.
Readers urged to share personal items for the column and help ensure timely publication. The notice requests cooperation and invites tips from those who have events or notices to contribute.
The article urges caution with investments for modest means and promotes Dominion of Canada bonds as safe and rewarding. Bondholders of five and a half percent maturing December 1 1922 may exchange old bonds for new five or ten year issues through chartered banks.
Alice Maud Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs George Smith of Hull England marries Walter Blewitt of Rivers Manitoba at Holy Trinity Church Winnipeg on Tuesday August 29 1922 conducted by Rev Mr Trumper
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