Eyes of World on Korean Front
Two Canadian Press war correspondents reported killed on every Korean front as troops faced brutalities. At least seven American soldiers were said to be bound and shot amid UN warnings that atrocities would not be tolerated. The Soviet and Husian responses varied as Egypt issued cautious statements on UN actions in Korea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Nations
MacArthur
Trygve Lie
Hus
Ian
United States
Korea
de Sowaring Council
Orlo Browns of Daly Celebrate 25 Years Married
Friends and former neighbors marked 25 years of marriage for Orlo W Brown and Irene Cunningham Brown of Daly. A Monday gathering at the farm included 30 attendees who presented a three piece silver tea service. The couple wed June 7 1925 at Hamiota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orlo W. Brown
Daly
Brown
Hamiota
Anderson Brown
Daly District
Irene Cunningham
Poplar Point
Harley Shaw
Richard Dyer
Dyer
Alex Whyte
J. Gilchrist
Vernon Brown
Salesmen Important as Nation Builders in Halifax
Halifax salesmen are ranked beside clergymen and doctors in nation-building, says Dr. W J Heather of the American Optometrical Association. He calls salesmen the sparkplug of civilization and a want creator who must be healthy and act well. A Swiss observer notes civilization’s mixed effects on cultures, while Japan exports goldfish to the United States in sealed grass balls to prevent air sickness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halifax
W. J. Heather
American Optometrical Association
United States
Houdini act with rings and watch in flood wrecked Morris home
Mrs. Mark Wray of Morris recounts finding a trunk in her flood ruined house containing a watch and rings reportedly hidden by someone. After evacuation to Rivers, the family returned to discover the trunk opened and valuables missing. Their son Freddie uncovered the items while digging in mud outside the home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houdini
Morris
Mark Wray
Peturiina
Epair
Freddie
Early Rivers Pastor Revisited District
The Rev J B Anderson an early minister of Rivers old Methodist church visited town at the start of the week. His Rivers ministry dated to 1918 19 during the flu epidemic. Now pastor of Wardale United church he revisited his old meeting place now attached to the former Presbyterian church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rivers Old Methodist Church
J. B. Anderson
Mr. Anderson
Rivers Field
Anderson
Wardale
S. Sgt. D. Morrow Posted to Rivers
S. Sgt. Douglas Morrow of the Canadian Army, Ottawa, is posted to Rivers. He and his wife Jos expect to leave for the new posting soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Sgt
D. Morrow
Rivers
Douglas Morrow
Canadian Army of Ottawa
Ravers
New Bathing Beach Nearly Ready Plans Formed
Kiwanis members held a noon meeting this week to push final improvements at the bathing beach site with work bees planned to ensure usability. T. E. Wright said the beach should be usable today after initial improvements. Jack Gilchrist was named chair of the apple day committee as plans for charter night and invitations to Don Murdock Harry Irving and Jack McCulloch were discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. E. Wright
Jack Gilchrist
Don Murdock
Winnipeg
Western District
Harry Irving
Fort William
Jack McCulloch
Flood Relief Fund Closes July 15 In Manitoba
Manitoba flood relief drive reports contributions surpassing 6.5 million dollars in cash and goods directed to Red Cross and Salvation Army for flood victims. About 100000 donors gave amounts from 25 cents to 360000, with Line Elevator companies and grain trade among large gifts. A widow with three children received 19000 in damages in a traffic death case. George J. Williams faced manslaughter charges in Winnipeg. Also noted is a Shanghai communist education clash over work and play, and in Canada the Dominion Day to Canada Day motion failed in the House with Liberals and CCF split on the issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba Flood Relief Fund
Winnipeg
Cecil Lamont
Red Cross
Salvation Army
George J. Williams
Arthur Armstrong
Railroader is injured in 70 foot fall at coal dock
Sixty three year old AM. Rich ardson, a Canadian National coal foreman, fell through a dock trap door about 70 feet, suffered shock and injuries including possible broken ribs and head laceration, was taken by ambulance to Brandon General Hospital. He was conscious and x-rays were planned. Reported during early Wednesday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AM. Richardson
Canadian National Coal
Brandon
Dro. Rubin
Ma. Richardson
Brandon Gener Hospital
Richardson
Robinway Herefords Win Nine Provincial Awards
The Robinway Herefords herd owned by Clack Uros of Riv ers district dominated the Manitoba provincial fair in Brandon, securing nine awards in their age group. Doug and Tim, who run the Riv ers farm northwest of town, entered four animals all under two years old, including one male and three females, with first and second prizes prominent. The accredited herd had also been prize-winners at the Toronto Royal show earlier this year, competing against more mature animals in some contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion
Clack Uros
Rivers District
Branden
Doug Anut
Tim
Robinway
Town
Manitoba
Brandon
Toronto Royal Show
Note accuses US of potato bug drops on East Germany
Radio Moscow broadcast a note accusing American planes of dropping potato bugs on East Germany a claim laughed off by US officials as absurd. The report also covers a double wedding in Cleveland, Canadian investment forecasts, a new US draft law, and other short items.
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Russia
United States
East Germany
Radio
Moscow
London
Rivers Civic Holiday Next Special Day Observed
The Gazette will celebrate Rivers civic holiday on Aug 7 with gift subscriptions for couples celebrating anniversaries or new arrivals. People invited to notify The Gazette with names, whether subscribers or not, to participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rivers
Gazette
Soldier receives Army efficiency award in Rivers
Sgt. Ronald J. Hall of the Royal Canadian Armoured Corps in Rivers is among 13 soldiers honored this week for efficiency and long service. The awards are issued by headquarters of the Prairie Command in Winnipeg, with recipients from Manitoba Ontario and Saskatchewan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronald J. Hall
Royal Canadian Armoured Corps
Rivers
Prairie Command
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Ontario
Saskatchewan
Joyce McKenzie Honored by Friends
A pleasant evening was hosted at Mrs. T. McMannis home with Joyce McKenzie honored by church staff and Miss ious shower associates. Gifts were presented by Anne Martinizen and Muriel Sam son after Ruth Hunt spoke. Music by Mrs. Helen Bellamy and tea served by J. A. McKenzie aides. A helicopter crash was noted with no injuries. Cornwall Standard Freeholder notes Toronto mayor received a Calgary souvenir horse and discusses gift reversals, suggesting a hog as a possible return gift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Calgary
Honored Bride-Elect of Last Week
About 50 ladies gathered in the United church annex on Tuesday evening of last week to honor Miss Florence Goodeve bride elect of last week. Many gifts were presented by Misses Shirley Seater and Helen Stewart. Entertainment followed with musical numbers contributed by Lorraine Harvey, Clarice Gilchrist, Mrs. G. Reid, Mrs. Bert Ford, Shirley Seater. Tea was poured by Mrs. E. Goodeve and Mrs. Joe Mitchell Assisting were Mesdames C. Forman, J. Hanlon, J. Gilchrist, F. D. Taylor and C. Bellamy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Church
Florence Goodeve
Shirley Seater
Helen Stewart
Lorraine Harvey
Clarice Gilchrist
G. Reid
Bert Ford
E. Goodeve
Joe Mitchell
Mesdames C. Forman
Freak Lily Cluster Found on Single Stalk
A five-in-one tiger lily growth was picked Sunday at the Amishaw farm east of Rivers by Ted Taylor. All five blooms form a single main stem, presenting a rare horticultural curiosity for local readers.
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Armishaw Farm
Rivers
Ted Taylor
Just What Everybody TALKING ABOUT It may be modern not to have any
Residents discuss making homes feel cozy with fences around properties. Gardens on town lots number 84, cared for by gardeners who paid land and seed costs. Weeds inspector William Myles and assistant E. O. Dyer report garden upkeep is worthwhile as weeds are kept down. Needing a street light on Second Avenue West of Ontario Street, motorists seek illumination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Elliott
Howard White
R. McLaren
R. Ollett
J. Melinchuk
J. Shylega
E. M. Lindsay
William Myles
Bradwardine
E. O. Dyer
Rivers
Second Avenue
Ontario Street
Community News Figures in New Sarum Area
Observer reports travel around New Sarum with new houses rising and multiple tenders for streets and walks. Bert Persson laments missing his comics as undeclared church union activity mixes United and Anglican groups to prepare the rectory. Clack Brothers-Doug and Tim celebrate Hereford wins at the provincial exhibition. Quick Freeze Limited unveils a new sign. Traveling minstrels promote a busy Community hall night with playful banter and audience dress details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ing
New Sarum
Bert Persson
Clack Brothers
Doug
Tim
Hereford
Quick Freeze
Sonny
Railway Washout at Uno Disrupted Tuesday Service
Rivers endured a near full day without train service after a cloudburst washed out the Canadian National line at Uno, 43 miles west of Rivers. East and west Continental trains were rerouted via Dolphin while yard crews briefly faced job losses. Local passenger No. 12 was the first to pass in the evening as freight briefly resumed. Temperatures had dropped to near zero the previous day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rivers
Canadian National
Uno
Dolphin
Looking Backward at the Filey of Tore Rivans Gazette
Selections from Forty to Thirty Years Ago recount local events in Rivers and district. Premier Roblin greeted by crowds near Rivers and cheered at Cecil hotel. Winnipeg Grenadiers recruiting, a German POW, a failed chautauqua, a farewell sermon, a silk train visit, a break-in at Wagar s pool hall, a damaging district storm, and open air service plans. Also marriages, sports results, dam failures, deer rise, and local notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin
Rivers
the Citizens’ Band
Cecil Hotel
Anglican and
United Churches
Cold plate supper planned by St. James church ladies
A cold plate supper will be served by the ladies of St. James church at the Ukrainian hall next Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. The event aims to fund church activities and community outreach. Proceeds support parish programs and local services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. James’ Church
Ukrainian Hall
Sale by tender for town building in main business section
Lot 8 Bik 6 Plan 236 Rivers includes a one storey 20 by 20 feet building in the town's main business area in good repair. Tenders close July 22, 1950. Highest tender not necessarily accepted. Phillips Charkas.
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Phillip Charkas
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Canadian Press
Egypt
Unis
Kore
Mohamed Salah Eddin Bey
Nile Kingdoms
UN Security Council
Orlo Browns
Journal de Geneva
Wryss- Dunant
Switzerland
Himalayas
Hamilton Spectator
Shanghai
Chang
St. Catharines
Varie
Liberals
C.C.F
Senate
Robinway Herefords
Francis Ruzsa
Cleveland
Ruzsa
Jean Dunasky
Goldie Ruzsa
Jean
Frank
Trade Department
Truman
National Guard
Jan Smuts
Pretoria
Elmer Dawson
Star City, Sagk
Pembina
Entwistle
R.c.alp
Edmonton
Patrick Boudreault
Monet, Que
Buffalo
Boudreault
Niagara Falls
Ont
Welland
International Railroad Bridge
Ottawa
International Association For Identification
F.C.M.P
FBI
St. Bruns
Que
Quebec
Angele Tremblay
Suzane
Laval
Jean-Marie Tremblay
Here
Lakes St. John District
Army
Joyce McKenzie
Port Arthur
Canterbury
United
Tore Rivans
Winnipeg Grenadiers
Jack Green
Germany
J. B. E. Anderson
Wagar
Joseph Porter
Mayne
A .K. MacKay
Johann L. Fraser
Rivers Tennis Club
Rapid City
Mary Tivy
Pat Thomas
Ruth McKenzie
Glen Lawson
Percy Bellamy
Fred Bradt Jr
Jack Dyer
Rosthern, Sask
James Elgin Post
Mayne District
F. Z. Smith
Carnegie
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