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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 10, 1944
Page
2
Requests for replacement of Ration Book 3 are coming into the War Time Prices and Trade Board offices. The loss endangers coupons for staple purchases and the ability to obtain essential goods. Consumers should keep the yellow book safe even after sugar coupons are used to prevent misuse of the remaining coupons.
The Shell River W I held a July meeting at the Tubs with members reading letters from Britain about hospital relief and Christmas parcels. Arrangements for a tea on the 5th were made. Rochdale Ward Workers contributed well finished goods and a lunch was provided by Joe and Mere.
The column lists residents and visitors in the area, including Mrs. FL Partridge visiting Winnipe g, Bob Sharpen from Toronto visiting Mrs. Leitz, and several others such as Dan Holmes, Miss Bette Reise, Miss Margaret Cruecey, and families from Dauphin, Brandon, and Saskatchew. Various service members on furlough or returning home are mentioned along with travel between towns, visits to Star City, Grandview, and West Coast trips.
Council meets with all counselors and Reeve Clarke presiding. Motions pass on previous minutes and electors list. Court of Revision set for October 1 1944. Bylaws authorize sale of NW 83 25 29 to H H Simpson for 100 cash and Lots 1 2 Block 4 Makstoff for 30 cash. Accounts approved with listed payments. Council adjourns.
Dave Funk died in France during World War I after enlisting at Vieiller and serving overseas. Reports say he was killed in action while performing his duties, with family notes indicating he left Canada for service and never returned. The article mentions others named Shep, Pye, Jake, and Hear in connection to the event.
A Tuesday evening gathering August 13 at 8 p.m. in the Brydon Store Building aims to reorganize the Rabln and dis cet Board of Trade. The session will discuss projects like a community hall the hydro rink and other items to promote a live active board.
The Hillsburg council in Roblin held on August 2 with Reeve Sorbo presiding. Minutes of prior meeting approved and electors list revised. Accounts approved including village lights and coal. Meeting adjourned.
Minutes of a Roblin council meeting held about 1944 with Mayor Woepalin presiding. Notes reference council members and discussions during the session.
Minutes show Kelso Taylor and associates approving read minutes and listing paid accounts to Electric Light Co Beaver Lumber Co and others. Meeting adjourns to September 6 1944 at 5 p.m. plus various school opening notices and registrations under Goose Lake School District 1223.
A July 30 Shell River Picnic despite disappointing weather drew a good crowd to raise funds for the San Clara nursing station. The Grand Prairie district produced the largest donation yet, totaling 1458 dollars, with thanks to organizers Mrs Bob Davey and Mrs Geo Poitras and stall helpers. The Walker district contributed little due to low donations and cooperation. Businessmen of Pollina and others also donated cash and are thanked.
Under The Trustee Act notices call all claims against the estate of Napoleon Brazeau deceased of Boggy Creek Manitoba. Claims must be sent to Roblin Manitoba by September 5 1944. Dated Roblin Manitoba July 31 1944. Tom Borowski solicitor for Tarego Brazeau Administratrix.
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