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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 01, 1963
Page
2
During Jubilee Week a planter at Roblin District Hospital showcased begonias but was vandalized with several plants removed. Mischief also damaged a festival booth cooler used as a toilet and smashed beach outhouses, requiring cleanup before the public camping area could be enjoyed again.
A reader praises the town policeman for catching and charging speeders and careless drivers. The letter argues miscreants should be punished to deter future incidents and defends the officer's duty to enforce laws for a safer Roblin.
A visitor at the House of Commons declares it smells while a spectator fans the mood with a jab about MPs. The column riffs on recent headlines from Canada and beyond, noting fashion designers as comedians, a snooker honor, and a threatened Alberta ghost town turned prison camp.
Card of thanks notes proceeds of 534 dollars from a United Church Women fair booth. The item mocks federal policy and mentions Judy LaMarsh as Liberal health minister with a new national pension scheme on the way, hinting at political constraint.
Fresh Honey is now available at Lakeside Honey Farm four miles east of Roblin on Highway No. 5, bulk honey at 21 cents a pound, bring containers. Also various For Sale notices from Roblin: plank bale bottoms used in parade, upholstery shop with living quarters, building lots on Hospital and Park Streets, town houses with prices, farms with quarters and acreage, and property near Boggy Creek.
Dear Editor I as Chairman of the 50th Anniversary Committee express sincere thanks to committee members for a task well done. Special thanks to the Committee Chairs Day Chairs and all contributing organizations. Citizens of Roblin and Town Engineer Art Currey and staff are praised for making the town look good. Mrs Betty Keast is thanked for efficient service as secretary of the 30th Anniversary Committee. It was an honour to serve as your chairman.
The Manitoba Department of Health urges vacationing residents to inspect home freezers before departure. Do not turn off power with contents inside as spoilage and odors may result. Move food to a frozen locker for long trips, then disconnect and wash the freezer. Defrost every six months and use baking soda or charcoal to control odors.
The Review announces classified ads must reach by Tuesday noon for publication. Cash is required for all classified, Card of Thanks, In Memoriams, and Coming Events ads. No telephone ads accepted. Rates are 2 cents per word per insertion with a 50 cent minimum.
In loving memory Sophie Chopiak who died August 6 1901 sweet memories linger forever. Time cannot change them. Our loving remembrance from Mary George and grandchildren.
Mrs. F. A. Sanders of Fort Frances Ontario expresses gratitude to Roblin and surrounding district for a very enjoyable week spent during the 50th celebration event.
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