Quiet Rivers wedding unites Deg and Farden in 1948
A quiet wedding was solemnized at the United Church manse in Rivers on October 16 1948. Bertha Deg daughter of the late Gottfried Deg and Mrs Deg of Bradwardine married Oscar William Farden son of Mr and Mrs Q Farden of Glaslyn Sask. Frieda and Robert Dey witnessed the ceremony conducted by Rev W R Donagh. After a short honeymoon the couple will reside in Glaslyn Sask.
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United Church
Rivers
Bertha Deg
Gottfried
Mrs. Farden
Glaslyn, Sask
Pretty wartime wedding at Rivers United Church
Elsie Mary Forshaw of the RCAF married Sgt. Harry Hutchinson of Lethbridge Alberta at Rivers United Church on October 19 1943 officiated by Rev W R Donagh. The couple honeymooned in Edmonton Lethbridge area and will resume duties at No 1 C N S Rivers. Bridesmaid wore service blue with rose corsage. Best man Sgt Robt S L Dixon.
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W. R. Donagh
Sgt
Inkster
Lorna Henderson
Robt
Dixon
Edmonton
Lethbridge
Vicinity
No. 1 C. N.S
Rivers
Red Cross Seeks Volunteers at Quilt Shower Event
The Red Cross calls for quilt club members to attend a Print Shower on Tuesday November 2 at the United Church Annex. Attend weekly meetings to support the work and nurture interest. Have you guessed the number of 60 cent pieces in McKenzie’s store window sealer?
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United Church
McKenzie
Matrimonial Ceremony in Duncan Sees Lusneys Wed
Stephen Lusney of Rivers Manitoba and his bride exchanged vows in a Duncan church with Rev J S Clark performing. Attendant Irene Slessor wore turquoise brown, corsages of gladioli and fern. Reception followed at Legion Hall with gifts on display. Honeymooned in Vancouver. will reside in Duncan where groom is stationed.
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Fern
Irene Slessor
Courtenay
A. Bracket
G. Cliffe
J. S. Clark
Michael Perih
R.C.A
Duncan
Gad
Ted As
Mrs. Lusney
Vancouver
Fifth Victory Loan launches to speed Canada toward victory
The fifth Victory Loan aims for 1.2 billion dollars, pledging over the top support from Canadians. Bonds are presented as both a financial stake and a defense of Canadian culture, with emphasis on sustaining the war effort, securing peace, and backing home needs through purchase. The message urges continued sacrifice in the final war years and warns against internal or external threats to heritage.
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Canada
Navy
Air Force
Anniversary Services of United Church
United Church held Sunday morning and evening services with Rev. G. W. Abernethy of Portage la Prairie as guest preacher. Choir music directed by Mrs. W. R. Donagh complemented by organist Mr. J. A. McKenzie and assists Mrs. H. M. Spearin. Mrs. Collyer and Mrs. Weaver sang solos. Abernethy also spoke at Sunday School on the 1939 royal visit to Portage la Prairie.
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Rivers United Church
G. W. Abernethy
Portage la Prairie
Abernethy
W. R. Donagh
J. A. McKenzie
H. M. Spearin
Collyer
Stanley Knowles to Speak at Rivers Meeting
MP Stanley Knowles will address a gathering at the Four Star Theatre Rivers on Tuesday October 26 at 8 p.m. The seasoned speaker is urged to be attended by all interested.
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Stanley Knowles
Rivers
Gor
Four Star Theatre
Knowles
Fifth Victory Loan starts strong with higher first days sales
The campaign reports a strong early response with $126,587,150 raised in the first two days, surpassing the same period of the previous loan by $8,341,900. Officials expect Rivers and district to meet or exceed prior performance.
Dancing at Frame's Community Hall with Mid-Nite Moon Moths
The community hall at Frame's hosts a dance on Wednesday October 27 featuring Oakner's Mid-Nite Moon Moths for an evening of live music and dancing.
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Oakner
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Quality Store
Tataar
J. A. Grummett
Rivers Dairy Milk
Jiegle Rogers
Farden-Deg
Hutchinson-Forshaw
Lusney
Cliffe
Little Comox
B.C.) United Church
Jean Audrey
Edward T. Cliffe
Pte
Red
Stephen Lusney
R.C.A.S.C
Peter Lusney
Rivers, Manitoba
Abe
Trinidad
Pat O’brien
Brian Donlevy
Janet. Blair
Edgar Bergen
Charley McCarthy
Johnny
Paris
G. M
M Red & White
J. W. Hanlon
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