Town and Out notes travelers from distant holidays
Mrs T Parker returns from a holiday trip to the Pacific coast. Mr and Mrs J T Bowman return from a holiday in Winnipeg and Transcona. Bert Polkinghorne of Marsden Saskatchewan visited last week with Mr and Mrs E O Dyer and Mr and Mrs C J McFadden. Miss Margaret Mills left for Lethbridge Alberta after visiting her parents Mr and Mrs R A Mills.
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Mrs. T. Parker
Pacifi Coast
Bert Polkinghorne
Marsden, Sask
E. O. Dyer
C. J. McFadden
Margaret Mills
Lethbridge
Alta
R. A. Mills
Social notes from Tarbolton and Winnipeg visits
Mr and Mrs Sanford Coch and relatives spent two weeks visiting Winnipeg and Port Arthur. Mrs J Harris of Winnipeg visited her sister Mrs Emerton Wolfe before returning home. Mrs D Beaton returned, Mrs A Lowe visits Weyburn. Mr and Mrs Draper visited son-in-law and daughter Mr and Mrs Gilchrist. The Britain hunger crisis linked to unofficial strikes in the Soviet zone of Germany discussed in Parliament with Sir Waldron Smithers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs
Sanford Cochrape
Winnipeg
Port Arthur
J. Harris
Emerton Wolfe
D. Beaton
A. Lowe
Weyburn, Sesk
P. Draper
J. Gilchrist
Britain
Germany
Waldron Smithers
Wold
House of Commons
Manitoba Gil Guide Association Drives Fund to 15000
The Gil Guide association in Manitoba has launched a fundraising drive seeking 15000 dollars. With a membership of 5000 in the province, the campaign will continue through February 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Gil} Guide Association
Drive for Funds In Order to Expand Its Pro
A brief notice outlines a fundraising drive to expand a pro program. Organizers urge community support and indicate goals, dates, and contact details for donations. Local groups emphasize impact on services and outreach, inviting participation from residents and businesses alike.
District Pioneer Alfred Vickery Laid to Rest
Alfred Vickery a district pioneer and longtime resident of Lothair died at 75 last Wednesday. He traveled the area with a grain cleaning outfit and supported community activities. Surviving are his wife and seven children, plus two brothers. Funeral services were held at Rivers United church with burial in Rivers cemetery.
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Alfred Vickery
Lothair District
George
Charles
Ernest
Thomas Baily
William, Baily
Rebecca
William
Hamiota
White Rock
B.C
Rivers United Church
G. N. Fulford
Rivers Cemetery
Canadian Bank executive Reginald Rumsey dies in Toronto
Reginald A. Rumsey, 72, former assistant general manager of the Canadian Bank of Commerce, died in Toronto after an operation last week. His death was unexpected.
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Reginald A. Rumsey
Canadian Bank of Commerce
Toronto
Rumsey
Local bonspiels and rink action sweep through Brandon
Local curling headlines note Rivers spiels opening last Friday while a Brandon ladies rink, captained by Mrs. J Gilchrist with Mesdames F D Taylor J Frame and C Bellamy, claim a second prize. Bradwardine squads failed to win the Hebberlin cup on Thursday. A new Bradwardine bonspiel starts February 10 as Winnipeggers are reminded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brandon
Birthday Notices Feb 7 to Feb 13 Celebrate Names
Birthday entries list individuals with dates from February 7 to February 13. Barry W. Thomas on February 7. Mrs. P. Bird, Robert Riddick on February 8. Mrs. M. E. Bowman, Wred Bradt on February 9. Mrs. J. A. McRae and Bradwardine on February 10. Mrs. F. Bridgeman on February 11. J. E. Thompson and Kenora, Ont. on February 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Bird Robert Riddick
M. E. Bowman
Bradt
J.E. Thompson
Kenora, Ont
Plastics Rise in Valentines as Verve Returns
New York AP reports a trend toward plastic and novelty Valentine cards this February 14. Greeting Card Industry leader Stephen Q. Shannon notes more verve and lighter, carefree messages, aided by revived plastics and materials that disappeared during the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Valentine
Mr. Valentine
Stephen Q. Shannon
Lic
Valentines Grow Fancier as Old Comic Cards Fade Away
Valentine enthusiasts discuss a shift from traditional comic cards to stylish themed designs. The piece notes rhinestones on gowns and glowing hearts from plastic cards, with adults embracing cutie pie and sophisticated motifs. It contrasts past playful valentines with current fashion and humor, and names figures like General Grant, Wellington, and General McNaughtian in a historical aside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Valentine
Shannon
Eisenhower declares he will not seek presidency
General Eisenhower announces he will not be a presidential candidate, reflecting the staff’s belief in his sound judgement. The statement suggests his decision aligns with a pragmatic view of U.S. leadership and politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
Eisenhower
Ielief
The Taxation Hammer Provokes War Tax View
Vancouver Province quotes Puncb mocking taxation as a hammer that bites hard on taxpayers. The piece argues Canadians overtaxed during the war face growing objections though taxes remain needed for special purposes. The tone critiques excessive levies and highlights public weariness with fiscal pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
Puncb
Ammer
Igh
Thieves sought for fur and jewelry theft in Auckland flight luggage
Police in Canada and New Zealand hunt suspects who stole fur and jewelry valued over £6000 from the luggage of Mrs Lloyd-Jones of Auckland, daughter of Mrs James Grant of Norfolk, Vu. The incident involves cross border theft and targeted luggage on an international route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
New Zealand
Mra
Lloyd-Jones
Auckland
James Grant
Norfolk
Saskatchewan hospital service collects over 3 million
Dr. F T D Mott, chairman of the health services planning commission, announced in Regina that more than 3,011,000 dollars of per capita tax has been collected under the Saskatchewan compulsory hospital service up to January 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatchewan Compulsory
F. TD. Mott
Health Services Planning Commission
Regina
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Stromberg Carlson
Taylor's
Red and Line
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Edgar Vickery
Leonard
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Lundy
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Henry Fonda
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Randolph Scott
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Donald Barry
Ruth Terry
Lynne Roberts
Emma Dunn
John Lite
the Bamboo
Bradwardine
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J. A. McRae
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WS. Grant
United States
Duke of Wellington
Waterloo
McNaughian
Alo
Loopim
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California
Om Grocery Department
Harry Horne
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