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Newspaper

Rivers Gazette

Location

Rivers, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Mar 31, 1949

Page

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Air travel spurs change as birds vanish near Sea Island airport

A Montreal observer notes Marine life and birds are being driven from Sea Island as jet aircraft operate there. The commentary cites Canada’s wartime aid to Britain and questions a selfish attitude amid New Zealand and butter shipments. Vancouver reports jet noise threatens local wildlife near the Sea Island airport.

Montreal Quebec Canada New Zealand Britain Vancouver Sea Island RCAF

Surprised at Ban Montreal New Zealand Ex Porter

A brief sports note reports A Goldsmith of New Zealand visiting and surprised by bans in Montreal.

Ban Montreal New Zealand Goldsmith

Town and Out notes from Brandon and Rivers visitors

Mrs D A Mitchell visited Brandon or a couple of days last week. Mrs A Richardson and Mrs C les were Winnipeg visitors this week. Implement dealers convention in Brandon last week included G E Jebi and F D Taylor. Family tributes paid to Mr and Mrs White on their 25th wedding anniversary. A dinner party was held at the home farm west of Rivers. Mr and Mrs W J Thomas and daughter Lillian were in Winnipeg last week after the death of Richard Thomas. W E Seifert of the Russell branch Royal Bank of Canada arrived in Rivers to replace Miss D J Stinson retired as utility clerk. Miss Stinson visits Hamiota.

D. A. Mitchell Brandon G E. Jebi F. D. Taylor Lillian Winnipeg Richard Thomas W. E. Seifert Russell Royal Bank of Canada Rivers D. J. Stinson Miss Stinson Hamiota

Robins Seen In District By Constable Bullen

Constable J T Bullen reports redbreasts spotted to the district’s south on Sunday, indicating robins have returned to the area.

Robins Const J. T. Bullen

Rev W A Champness Appointed to Rapid City Circuit

The Rev W A Champness former Anglican church rector in the Rivers and Shoal Lake parishes has been appointed to Rapid City on a five point circuit assignment.

W. A. Champness Rivers and Shoal Lake Rapid City

Thief Fooled Edmonton for Chocolate Heist

A shopbreaker removed a window, broke a door, tried to force a padlock, and tipped a cupboard door from its hinges to steal a small chocolate haul. Local authorities investigated the break in and recovered shop items. Police described the incident as a minor theft and searched for the suspect.

Edmonton

Habitat habitat for wildlife across Dominion described

Canadian naturalist Jack Miner championed wildlife habitat by planting borders and evergreen stands. Red cedar berries feed wildlife in winter while hawthorn hedges from cow pasture creek bottoms attract thrushes cardinals and other species. In late August and September thousands of mourning doves roost at Miner's habitat each evening after feeding in nearby fields.

Jack Miner

CBC to Receive 4 Million Grant for TV Development

Ottawa reports the government will seek a 4 million dollar grant to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation to fund initial television efforts. The CBC plans production and transmitting centers in Montreal and Toronto and aims to start operations 12 to 18 months after loan approval.

Ottawa CBC McCann Commons Montreal Toronto Canada

Pat Blondal Hosts Morning Comment Show Legend

Patricia Ann Blon dal, known as Pat, hosts the Morning Comment program three times weekly. A Souris Manitoba native, she remains a beloved voice for CEO listeners. Mooseaw's wild animal park society reports Amber the lioness passed her first winter in the prairie climate in excellent condition.

Patricia Ann Blondal Pat Souris Manitoba Mooseaw’s Wild Animal Park Society Amber Prairies

Weather and politics mix in early spring Newsweek teaser

Newsweek notes severe snowstorms threaten US corn and wheat prospects with stores suggesting crop stability. Detroit theater men urge cabaret licenses as Allied Theatres seeks TV cabaret rules. Ladner robbery reports $3 in tools stolen from Me hardware. Commonwealth prime ministers to meet in London April 23 for a 10 day defence and constitutional conference.

Newsweek Magazine United States London

Global Advertising Regions Mentioned in Trade Notes

A brief snippet lists advertising markets across Australia New Zealand South Asia India Pakistan and Ceylon, signaling regional media focus and potential cross market campaigns. The note emphasizes diverse geographic reach and the importance of tailoring ads to each market’s audience.

Australia New Zealand South Allee India Pakistan Ceylon

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