Recollection of local events from 1931 and 1926
Looking back ten years to November 1986, the Winnipeg death of Mrs. J. C. Cousins is noted, along with a marriage between Gladys Harriet Bell and Theodore B. Wonsmos in West Ward Ho Alberta. In 1931 Jim Slevin, town constable, faced a hostile Halloween crowd. A 1926 harvest thanksgiving and anniversary supper drew a large turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
J. C. Cousins
Gladys Harriet Bell
Theodore B. Wonsmos
Westward Ho, Alta
Jim Slevin
Hallowe’en
Newman Places Fourth in 112-Head Livestock Judging
On November 8, 1926 Eric Newman finished fourth in a livestock judging event among 112 competitors marking a strong showing by a 4th grade student named Eric Newman in the district competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eric Newman
If We Cannot Have Lights Let Us Do Next Best
In November of 1916 a wartime note argues for alternative energy if electric lights fail to arrive. It mentions no Zeppelins feared and suggests new methods might help locate a strange coal ship more easily.
Rivers Aims Three Branch Lines From Rivers Rail Project
On November 2 1911 a campaign began to construct three branch lines from Rivers. J A Moxley moved his family from Rapid City to take up residence in Rivers, signaling local commitment to development and growth.
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J. A. Moxley
Rapid City
Rivers
Hallowe'en Festivities At River School And Community Hall
Rivers pupils from grades one to six enjoyed costume parties at the school on Thursday afternoon. About 50 students attended a Hallowe'en gathering at the Community hall on Friday evening with teachers and invited guests. Some damage by older persons noted, but children had a fine time going door to door in costume seeking favors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hallowe’en
Woodlands Municipality Named Defendant in Flood Damage Suit
Five farmers Edward Zelmer Richard Pinnell Peter Hildebrand Carl Ludwig Aune and Cozma Balan sue the municipality of Woodlands in King's Bench Court for $26 000 alleging negligence in failing to provide proper water outlets. Flooding occurred in September 1944 and July 1945.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Woodlands
Court of King’s Bench
Edward Zelmer
Richard Pinnell
Peter Hildebrand
Carl Ludwig Aune
Cozma Balan
October Weather Extremes and Averages
Record shows October temperatures from 10.2 to 83.0 degrees with a mean of 86.9. Rainfall listed as 5 inches and no snow recorded.
Rev S L Nash Laid to Rest at Gilbert Plains
Funeral services for Rev S L Nash were held at St Matthew's Gilbert Plains with Archdeacon Bridget and several ministers officiating. Born in 1875 near Athlone Ireland, Nash served Rivers and Gilbert Plains parishes, assisted youth work, and travelled widely. He leaves wife four children and was interred at Eldon cemetery Gilbert Plains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. L. Nash
Gilbert Plains
S.L Nash
St. Matthew’s Church
H. E. Bridget
Darghin
T. B. Pearson
Gilbert Plains United Church
R. Donnely
Full Gospel Church
Mr. Nash
St. James
Rivers
Athlone
Ireland
St Aiden’s College
Birkenhead
Eng
Snowflake
Elgin
Grandview
Roblin
Eldon Cemetery
Lloydminster May Be Center of Largest Field on Continent
Canada eyes a budding oil region spanning five wheat townships on the Saskatchewan Alberta border. The Lloydminster field, centered near the border, holds about 32 wells and may become one of the continent’s largest. Production rose toward 66,000 barrels this year but refining and storage limits constrained output.
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Lloydminster
Regina
Canada
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Here
Canadian National
Canadian Pacific Railways
Turner Field
Dominion
Texas
Oklahoma
South America
United States
Turner Valley
Sask
Sasks Bewan
Wheatland Local UGC Elects Officers At Annual Meeting
Orlo W. Brown of Wheatland was elected president of Wheatland local UGC at its October 26 annual meeting. New directors are C. W. White Alexander Gerrard and E. O. Dyer. H. M. Harvey succeeds James Wedderburn as secretary. Reports note 1945 convention delegate C. Airey and local agent M. McKinnon detailing activities and improvements, including an elevator cleaner and a seed grain club. Calgary will host the 1946 convention. C. W. White named local delegate. Appreciation given to retiring secretary Wedderburn.
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Orlo W. Brown
Wheatland
Wheatland Local
U.G.C
C. W. White
Alex. Gerrard
E. O. Dyer
H. M. Harvey
James Wedderburn
C. Airey
M. McKinnon
McKinnon
Calgary
Regina Man Arrested In London After Court Martial
Maj William Olmstead Smith 45 of Regina paymaster in the Royal Canadian Army pay corps is under arrest pending mitigation of court martial findings. He faced charges of fraudulent misapplication of 8600 pounds of public money or part of it with intent to defraud between Jan 4 and Sept 5, 1946 while serving as paymaster for non effective personnel. He was charged also with neglecting his duty by being unable to account for the money. The court martial held last week.
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London
William Olmstead Smith
Regina
Royal Canadian Army Pay Corps
Smith
Canada
Terezin Camp Commander Sentenced to Hang
A people's court found Joecky, 47, commander of the Terezin concentration camp, guilty of murder, manslaughter and blackmail. He led Nide fortress operations used to imprison Czech politicians and planned a large explosion to destroy the fortress and its inmates. He fled as Russian liberation arrived, leaving evidence behind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heng Pragué
Reuters
Henrich Joecky
Terezin
Pitchfords
People’s
Joeck
Nide
Remembrance Day Service in Rivers by Legion Members
Remembrance Day will be observed Sunday in Rivers by the Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary and war veterans. They parade from the clubroom to the United Church at 7:15 p.m. The Rev. F. W. Le conducts the service.
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Rivers
Canadian Legion
Ladies Auxiliary
War Veterans
United Church
F. W. le
Education Week Observed in Rivers With Special Activities
Education Week is observed in Rivers with activities today and Friday. Parents are invited to visit the first six grades this afternoon at 1 20. On Friday visits will proceed from grades seven to twelve starting at 1 20.
Eat Everything London Free Press Style Card
An editorial sketch argues about vegetarianism and omnivory with references to Bernard Shaw Adolf Hitler and various athletes. It notes fighters prefer a steak before bouts and suggests moderation. The piece contemplates whether a balanced diet may be the healthiest path and hints the debate will persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Free Press
Hag Ita
Bernard Shaw
Adolf Hitler
Manitoba Farmer Pioneer Buys Bonds for Grandchildren
R. W. Edmords, a long time Oakbank area farmer in Manitoba, buys a $100 Canada Savings Bond for each of his 231 grandchildren to promote thrift. He emigrated from Devonshire, England, and has farmed in the Oakbank district for many years.
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Oakbank
Manitoba
Canada
R. W. Edmords
Devonshire
England
Les
Local Young Man Becomes TCA Passenger Agent at North Bay
George A Walker, 20, of Rivers, Czech heritage, was named passenger agent for Trans-Canada Airlines at North Bay Ontario after completing a six week training. He was one of 25 Canadians in the course and passed tests. His family ties include sister Mary in Montreal and twin brother Robert. He previously worked for the CNR and served in the war years.
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North Bay
Ont
Rivers
Trans- Canada Airlines
Gorge A. Walker
Frank Walker
Canada
George
Walker
TCA
Mary
Montreal
The Common Round At The Cafe A Curious Feast Of Flamboyant Eating
A narrator notes a striking woman in a cafe drawing attention as she consumes food with unusual flair. Patrons comment on her appearance and technique, while the piece humorously describes varied ways of eating soup and dessert, ending with a continuation note.
Story of Daly Rural Municipality emerges in Rivers settlement
The twenty first owner to settle in Rivers was Wong Lee the laundryman. Newcomers Miss Bella Stuart and John A Grummett followed with Rowat & Orth opening a barber shop and pool room. S L Head bought lots for his business and lumber yards sprang up with North American Lumber & Supply Co. Builders included F T Caverley R Moore J Rupert J H Barker T W Edwards W Gerling Donald McKinnon and Claude Westwood who opened a meat market. Admiral Harkness operated a cafe as Rivers drew trains full of diverse people including foreigners learning English. Real estate agents advertised Silvery Heights Riverview and other sites to investors abroad. The town badly needed a post office as mail previously went to Wheatland. Continued on Page 3.
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Rivers
Wong Lee
Wong
Bella Stuart
John A. Grummett
Rowat & Orth
S. L. Head
North American Lumber & Supply Co
F. T. Caverley
R. Moore
J. Rupert
J. H. Barker
T. W. Edwards
W. Gerling
Donald McKinnon
Admiral Harkness
Canada
England
Silvery Heights
Riverview
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Trey
Hallowe'en
St. John’s College
Archbishop Matheson
Nash
Blake
Charles
Bella
Betty
Britain
Europe
UNRRA
Regina Man
CNR
Stevenson Airport
Robert
Sile
Frank
Vancouver
Link
Allers Order
Daly
Claude Westwood
Ealing House
John. A. Grummett
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