King George VI Dies in Sandringham Mourning Proclaimed
The Empire mourns as King George VI dies at Sandringham. Queen Elizabeth II ascends the throne while Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh depart on royal duties. Flags fly at half mast worldwide as monarchial succession begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion of Canada
British Empire
George VI
Sandringhatte
Elizabeth
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Duke of Edinburgh
Queen
Ice show thrills near-capacity Rivers Brandon clubs
A near-capacity arena crowd enjoyed two hours of skating entertainment presented by the Rivers rink board and Brandon figure skating club. The program opened with a 20-girl gallorette, followed by solo and duo performances by club champions and the instructor. The second half featured Rivers members with solo, pair, and group numbers, then Brandon members performing a comedy act, a skating square dance, and a finale with all skaters. Costumes were outstanding and Rivers members had only five lessons, highlighting instructor credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rivers Rink Board
Brandon
Rivers Skating Club
Brandon Club
Rivers Group
Former Railroader Jack Thomas Dies After Long Illness
Jack Thomas a longtime railroader and Rivers resident for seven years died Monday in Brandon after a long illness at 65. Born in Bedlinog Wales he came to Canada as a child and served with Canadian National at Sioux Lookout and Hudson Bay Junction before moving to Rivers. He fell ill prior to retirement was hospitalized again and died in Brandon. Funeral services and interment were held in Winnipeg at Brookside cemetery with mother a wife a daughter Lillian and several siblings surviving. Brockie of Brandon handled arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willam John
Jack) Thomas
Rivers
Brandon
Bedilnog
Wales
Mr. Thomas
Canada
Canadian National Railways
Sioux Lookout
Ont
Hudson Bay Junction
Winnipeg
Brookside Cemetery
Lillian
Fletcher
Gilbert Johnston
Robert Seaborn
Vancouver
Brockie
Minnedosa Seeks New Industries With Delegation
A three man delegation from the chamber of commerce will meet R. E. Grove deputy minister of mines and resources to discuss locating an industrial plant in Minnedosa. The move aims to attract new industry and boost local employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnedosa
the Tribune
Chamber of Commerce
R. E. Grove
Direct River exchange brings Manitoba Telephone Service near
Report notes Rivers exchange enabling Manitoba Telephone Service with Mennonite wording and a customer jest about connecting calls. The piece suggests a pilot tone of progress and informal phrasing as rivers telephone central operators respond to Winnipeg area requests.
Direct long distance phone links reached Rivers Manitoba
The Rivers exchange in Manitoba started direct telephone connections to distant points including Winnipeg Portage Brandon and towns like Boissevain Souris Melita Minnedosa Bensejour Gimli and others. This milestone eliminates passes through many wires and exchanges enabling direct dialing across cities and provinces to reach Vancouver Halifax and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Rivers Exchange
Winnipeg
Virden
O. Hall
Portage
Brandon
Boissevain
Souris
Melita
Minnédosa
Bensejour
Giml
Thankful Reader Praises Gazette from Rivers Origin
A former Rivers resident now in Canada praises The Gazette calling it a good advertising sheet and expressing gratitude. He says, Thank God for The Gazette, highlighting appreciation for the local paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rivers
Canada
The
Gazette
Mrs. Annie Greasley Dies at 74 in Emerson
Mrs. Annie L. Greasley, wife of R. W. Greasley, died Thursday at her daughter’s Emerson home at age 74 after illness. Born in Slingsley England, she came to Canada in 1905, lived near Pendennis, and was active in United church and community affairs. Survived by her husband, daughter Mrs. Thomson, son Noel of Churchill, sister Mrs. H. J. Varcoe. predeceased by son Jack. Funeral Monday at Rivers United Church. burial Rivers Cemetery. pallbearers listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie L. Greasley
R. W. Greasley
C. C. Thomson
Emerson
Greasley
Rivers
Slingsley
Yorkshire
England
Bride Pops Question in Leap Year Wedding at 73 and 74
Mary Jackson Taylor aged 73 and Henry Charles Reynolds aged 74 were married in Winnipeg. The bride admitted she had popped the question. Both had previous marriages. The note also mentions the discovery of aniline dye by William Henry Perkin in 1856.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Mary Jackson Taylor
Henry Charles Reynolds
William Henry Perkin
Leap Year Snowy Season Sparks Rivers Bonspiel
In Rivers a fourth day of the big bonspiel unfolds with 61 rinks entered and prizes on display at Forman's hardware. The Taylor team faces strong competition as the carnival and queen contest posters signal upcoming events on March 7. A doctor notes 15 births since arriving, 12 of them boys, while chatter in the theatre lobby hints at mischief and promises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rivers
Forman
Fhrst
Lawson
McKay
Gourlay
Graham
Breed. Va
Ag Strate
Cornell
Hertehilty
McFadyen
Hain
Helle Va
Jellis
Hume
English
Metcalfe
Murray
Decker
Gerrard
Wiggins
W. Lowe
Farley
J. Gilchrist
R. Taylor
Nyeva
Borinson
Wiltsey
Stegki
Gourlay Aggregation
Breede
Stratford
Lyall
Henry
Peters
Wrixon
Frager
Owens
Taylor
Young
Cook
Ray
Musgrave
Gilchrist
Leifer
Blatchford
J. Lowe
McMillan
Nye
Steski
Shoemaker
Stinson
Breed
Courlay
Hume Decker
Fraser
G. Taylor
Grey Nun Hospital to be Built Here in Rivers
The Grey Nuns may operate a new 2 bed hospital in Rivers, with estimated cost around 60000 dollars. Ten Canadian communities sought nun-run hospitals in 1951, surveys show Rivers was a priority site. Two possible locations were under consideration north of the public school on rising ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rivers
Grey Nuns
Order of Grey Nuns
the Rivers Public School
Temperatures Soar Across the Prairies
Temperatures rose into the 40s for a day or two last week with water and slush visible. A light rain on Thursday was followed by wet snow, making streets glassy. The thermometer stayed steady above zero day after day.
First lamb of the season in Wheatland district
In Elmer Schmaus's Wheatland district farm the first lamb of the season arrived on January 2 as temperatures stood at 25 below. The owners noted the lamb played in the snow with the rest of the livestock, reflecting a hardy spring vibe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Schmaus
Wheatland
No Need to Fear a Low Mood Again
Saskatoon expert Dr. John Mitchell of the university soil department says Saskatchewan need not fear another depression era low mood. He notes the worst weather has passed and that land will grow in importance as time goes on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saskatoon
John Mitchell
Saskatchewan
Sixty-one Rinks Entered in Third Electric Bonspiel
The Rivers curling club hosts its third annual electric spiel with 61 rinks including entries from Brandon, Winnipeg, Antler, Carlisle, Cardale, and Saskatchewan. Local favorites, results from opening games, and a CKX radio broadcast planned for about 7:00 p.m. with James Frame announcing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenton
McFayden
Forrest
Gordon Taylor
Rivers
E. Leifer
Russell
Nye
Brandon
Shoemaker
Virden
Peters
Wawanesa
Decker
CKX
James Frame
The
Rivers Curling Club
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Antler
Carlisle
Cardale
Winnipeg
Flin Flon
W. E. Smith
J. R. Stratford
Curling Club
Mrs. W. Wareham Dies After Long Illness at 68
Walter Wareham of the Rivers district mourns the death of his wife Mrs. Walter Wareham. Born in Manchester England she came to Canada in 1906. Eight children survive including six daughters and two sons. Funeral at Rivers United Church Saturday at 2 30 p m with interment in Rivers Cemetery Brockie of Brandon in charge of arrangements
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Wareham
Manchester
Lancashire
England
Wareham
Canada
Rivers
Carnegie
J. Zaharia
Tramscona
J. Kelly
Kamloops
B.C
A. Johnson
Mission City
B C
Ruggles Brown
Glen McDonald
Raymond Chapman
North Brandon
Martin
Charles
Rivers United Church
Rivers Cemetery
Brockie of
Brandon
Should Cows Be Supplied Umbrellas in Powell River
A Powell River News letter to the editor asks whether local cows should be given umbrellas to prevent water from seeping into milk. The suggestion highlights concerns about dairy quality and farm practices in the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Powell River News
Mrs. Emma Muir Laid to Rest in Rivers
Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Muir, 78, who died at her Rivers home last Tuesday, were held Friday at St. James Anglican church with Rev. W. G. Chapman officiating. She was born in Ontario and moved west with her husband William Muir to Oak River then Riv. Surviving are two daughters, Margaret at home and Mrs M Dahlin of St. Paul, Minnesota. Pallbearers included H. M. Harvey, Norman Tivy, H. Johnston, Lorne Wesbitt, James Alteman and J. Abell Brockie of Brandon arranged the funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Muir
Rivers
St. James’ Anglican Church
Uplands Cemetery
Muir
Ontario
Oak River District
William Muir
Margaret
Canada to trade wealth for British immigrants says Gardiner
Winnipeg agriculture minister Gardiner argues Canada must exchange some of its vast food wealth for British immigrants. Alberta menus feature Calgary Buffalo roasts and stews from animals killed as buffalo herd thinning continues at Ely Island park. Saskatoon reports 17 hot block meters in service. coal mine workings threaten a proposed $2 million hospital project. current for block heaters to run 18 hours daily until April 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Gardiner
Canada
Calgary
Alberta
Ely Island National Park
Saskatoon
Also Mentioned on This Page
Empire
Jack Thomas
Long Wlness
Thomas
Bing George
Queen Elizabeth
Powers
Rivers Telephone Central Ladies
Bride
Grey Nun Hospital
Prairies
Tim Breed
Harding
Ralph Nye
Marsh Peters
Fedorak
Wheat City
Herb Scott
Lethbridge
Alta
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!