Community weekly newspaper notice from Rivers Manitoba
Rivers a community weekly newspaper authorized as second class mail by the Post Office Department, established July 1908 by T. W. Offen. Published Thursdays at The Gazette Office 208 211 Main Street Rivers. Subscriptions two dollars in Canada three dollars elsewhere payable in advance G F Barker publisher.
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Post Office Department
Laws
T. W. Offen
Gazette Office
Main Street
Rivers
Manitoba
Canada
G. F. Barker
Apprenticeship Training Seen as Key to Skilled Labor
The Toronto Globe and Mail argues Learn by Doing remains vital though underutilized outside construction. Obstacles include employer indifference, union hesitation, and youths opting for school training. A national Ottawa conference urged broader, standardized programs with government funding to expand on the job and advanced vocational teaching.
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Toronto Globe and Mail
Ontario
Ottawa
Labor shortage will curb hand work says critic
A wartime era critic argues that drifting to artificial BRIM shortages will push toward mechanical substitutes, reducing jobs for mature workers. He warns that even the best mass production cannot replace skilled hands and minds and that such shifts risk long term losses.
Souris Bows Out in Manitoba 4 Seats Redrawn
Souris, the smallest Manitoba riding, will disappear under federal boundary changes, with Selkirk also vanishing. The Souris Plain dealer notes the elimination was expected after Manitoba must drop two seats. It mentions speculation about Arthur Ross and cites the Branden constituency occupying the southwest corner amid population changes. Both Manitoba seats will be held by opposition members in Ottawa.
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Selkirk
Souris Plain Dealer
Manitoba
Souris
Arthur J) Ross
Pariament
Branden
Ottawa
End of rising newsprint costs leaves footing unclear
The Gazettes note that newsprint costs remain high and subscription rates will not rise. Across Canada, many papers increased prices while some publishers chose to fold or quit as inflation pressures mount.
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The
Gazette
Canada
the Gazette
Gazette to suspend publication for a month in June
The Gazette will suspend publication for a month starting with the June 26 issue as a cost saving measure praised by residents. Mr. and Mrs. John Morrow receive praise for their community service and regular church attendance, highlighted as indicators of outstanding citizenship.
Good Teamwork by Rivers Morrows Highlight Community Service
The Gazettte notes John and Mrs. Morrow as central volunteers in Rivers and district. They helped with rink board details, counted ballots at a carnival and school field day, managed field day duties, and regularly assist election efforts and the visiting x ray clinic. Their constant participation marks them as exemplary citizens.
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Morrow
Field day on the prairie brings kinship and sport
Dear Uncle Herman, last Friday’s school field day united townsfolk from tiny to large schools along the main street parade to the sports field. The event showcased races and games, refreshment booths, and awards, sparking a summer rhythm of picnics and fairs that revive prairie community spirit.
Adultery and Sacrilege Question in Romans Verse
A religious reflection cites Romans 2 22 questioning if one who condemns adultery and idol worship truly commits these sins. The fragment presents a scriptural prompt on hypocrisy and moral failing.
Change to U.S. silver dollar design limited to 25 year cycles
The law allows altering the silver dollar design only once every quarter century. This rule means the coin’s appearance can be updated every 25 years, aligning with long term minting plans and historical period considerations. All changes require legislative or mint authority action.
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U.S
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