New Hydro Station Near Roblin Advances Manitoba Power Link
Manitoba Hydro starts Roblin transformer station south of Roblin with Robbins Construction Dauphin handling site work. A 230 000 volt line will connect Grandview to the Saskatchewan border as part of the Dauphin Yorkton link, with completion planned for fall 1972.
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Manitoba Hydro
Roblin
Robbins
Dauphin
Hydro
Grandview
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Yorkton
Grandlow
Vermillion
Dauphin-Yorkton
Russell
Swan River
Saskatchewan Power Corporation
Brandon
Estevan
Dauphin-Roblin- Yorkton
Eskatchewan
Cadet Bowling Night At Memorial Hall Russell
On November 30 the air cadets gathered at Memorial Hall Russell for parades and bowling at Russell's alley. Three officers one instructor and 30 cadets attended with B Ireland joining the squadron and Kevin Weeres named best dressed. Jeff Glasman earned a flying slot with Lt Tulipan while others tackled Hunter Safety and planned a December 21 Christmas party. Top scores included 154 Lory Wowk 147 Ron Menech 141 Jim Bridges 138 Larry Kalyniak and 139 Tony Aller. An invitation remains for boys 12 18 to join cadets reporting Tuesdays at 7 30 p.m.
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Russell
Memorial Hall
B. Ireland
Conrad Ireland
Binsearth
Kevin Weeres
Mir
Llord Weeres
Tulipan
Jeff Glasman
Marshall Glasman
Russell Jeff
Lory Wowk
Ron Menech
Jim Bridges
Larry Kalyniak
Tony Aller
Bors
Cadzis
Hockey Opener Shows Young Goalie Shine For St. Winds
The Roblin St. Winds hosted Yorkton A. C. T. Juveniles in a season opener hampered by low attendance and uneven play. Yorkton led 6 2 as a 15 year old St Wieds stood out in goal while Wally Henderson handed out 31 penalties.
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Rodlin St. Winds
Yorkton A. C. T
St. Wieds
Thompson
Hamiota
Yorkton
St. Winds
M. Doering
Terleski
Doering
Longs
Ursalan
Bode
Cymbolisty
Roblin St. Winds
Wally Henderson
Transportation and Maintenance Updates At Roblin Board
The board reports resignations from maintenance supervisor Mr Blake effective December 22 1971 and from assistant caretaker Mr Michael Puritch effective December 27 1971. A new assistant will start December 27 1971. The board plans to review the maintenance post and assigns bus operation issues to the administration office. They will build a Grandview Gilbert Plains area garage 50 by 62 by 14 feet after tenders and costs, and renew gasoline from Parkway Co op at 38.75 cents per gallon. Grand Prairie property sold for 3000 to Captain Knight of Grandview.
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Blake
Atches
Elmer Propp
Roblin
Michael Puritch
Grandview
Gilbert Plains
Premi- 528
Parkway Co-op
Grand Prairie
Knight of
Books for children make enduring Christmas gifts
Christmas guide suggests buying age appropriate books to foster reading, from picture books for preschoolers to biographies and series for older kids. Emphasizes reading aloud, matching names and interests, and notes related program booklets and a Friday TV show, with a call to watch.
Applications Open for Russell Personal Care Home
The Russell and District Personal Care Home will open about March 15 1972. To allow processing time, applications for admission should be submitted before December 31 1971. Applications are being accepted by J A Burgess secretary treasurer Care Home Russell Manitoba phone 31.
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Russell and District
J. A. Burgess
Sec-Treas
Russell
Manitoba
Merridale 4H Club Met December 3rd
The Merridale 4H Beef Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Hawryluk on December 3 at 8 30 p m. Members recited the 4H pledge and the secretary read last minutes. New members were initiated and plans made for a toboggan party on December 12 at 1 00 p m at Mr. and Mrs. Roy Cockrell s home. The next meeting is January 16 at the Cockerill residence.
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Merridale
Rudolph Hawryluk
Roy Cockerill
Eddy Myslichuk
U C Y Volleyball Tournament At St Vlad’s Yorkton
U C Y held a Sunday tournament at St Vlad’s College Yorkton with eight mixed teams four from Yorkton and four from Roblin. Twelve games were played with Nelson Petrash earning the trophy on team members Roxie Myshchuk Dottie Kozak Bob Sitko Peter Rudiak and Patrick Shwaluk.
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Roblin
St. Vlad’s U.C.Y
Yorkton U.C.Y
St. Vlad’s College
Yorkton
St. Vlad’s
Ing
Roxie Myshchuk
Dottie Kozak
Bob Sitko
Peter Rudiak
Nelson Petrash
Patrick Shwaluk
Leonard Ratushniak
Loretta Styba
Nelson Petnash
Father Winchar
Kushko
Dale Yeo
Sophie Solotwinski
Clifford Pomedli
Lena Boychuk
Gloria Worbeck
Arlene Kozak
Ethel Styba
Ruth Senderewich
Canada Beef Outlook Mixed For 1972 As Imports Rise
Agriculture report notes potential price gains for fed cattle in 1972 but warns widening margins as replacement cattle costlier. Feeder cattle demand strong this fall due to barley and feedlots. Calf numbers up 5 percent in 1971 with continued expansion but slowing. Demand driven by growing population and affluence, yet over fat cattle threaten beef image. Since 1969 Canada has been a net beef importer.
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C.D.A
Canada
Ontario
Rink Corner Arena Opens Season Under Board Review
The arena is ready for the upcoming season and invites general skating as a family activity and exercise. Costs of operation include caretaking 3000, Insurance 1000, Heat and Light 1500, prompting cooperative efforts to meet expenses. Last week’s $100 winner was Calvin Keast of Roblin.
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Arena Board
Arena
Calvin Keast
Roblin
Collegiate Capers and Local Volleyball Results
The Senior Boys volleyball team competed in Provincials in Thompson and earned praise for sportsmanship and effort. The Junior Boys team won their sectional title while the Junior Girls finished second to Grandview in divisional playoffs. The town prepares for the Variety Concert “Let’s Get Together” scheduled for Saturday.
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Thompson
Grandview
Sunner Boys
Mr. McDonald
Manitoba loan funds 15 unit Roblin housing project
Ottawa announces a 227700 loan to Manitoba Housing and Renewal Corp to back a Roblin 15 unit family housing development. Swertz Brothers Construction Limited to build. 50 year term. 7.44 percent interest. 90 percent federal coverage, 10 percent Manitoba.
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Ottawa
James Richardson
Supply and Cos
Manitoba Housing and,Renewal Corporation
Roblin
Manitoba
Brownie Enrolment Held in Roblin School Auditorium
Roblin’s two Brownie Packs held a joint enrolment ceremony December 2 in the Intermediate School Auditorium. New brownies received their Brownie Pin and Six emblem from Brown Owls Mrs. Janet Bates and Mrs. Margaret Wilson. Area Commissioner Mrs. Shirley Weeks attended with Guider Trainer Mrs. Elaine Coulson. The event drew many families and prompted calls for future Guides and leaders.
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Roblin
Janet Bates
Margaret Wilson
Sharon Stolarchuk
Kim Commodore
Rachael Borchardt
Tracy Murray
Evelyn Kel- 80
Laurie Onofriechuk
Sandra Antosh
Lovey Myslchuk
Ruth Borchardt
Sheryl Kowalyk
Carla Murray
Donne Kozmeniuk
Cecile Klemecki
Rosemary Sczydowski
Arlene Weeres
Norene Kozak
Monica Truffyn
Michelle Gaber
Ara Jones
Kathy Tucker
Debbie Spear
Donna Bouvier
Gwenda Doering
Deloris Paczkoski
Cheryl Markosky
Carol Cockerill
Shaun
Elaine Coulson
Dauphin
Brownie
Yvonne LaRocque
Beekeepers' Auxiliary Committee Formed
A four member Ladies' Auxiliary was formed by the Manitoba Beekeepers' Association. The group will present a constitution for approval at the 1972 annual meeting. Mrs James Isaac of Roblin convenes the committee.
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Manitoba Beekeepers’ Association
James Isaac of
Roblin
Roblin Agricultural Society Holds Annual Meeting November 29
The Roblin Agricultural Society met November 29 at the R M of Shell River Office. 1972 fair dates were set with plans for a Sunday start including a ball tournament and track and field. Officers elected include Jack Mitchell as president and Chris Tummon as vice president with several positions filled.
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Roblin Agricultural Society
R. M. of Shell River
Jack Mitchell
Parkland Regional Development
Harold Boughton
Nov. Ltd
Chris Tummon
Reading with library books boosts young readers
The Manitoba Reading Commission reports children learn better when library books supplement readers. As skills grow, kids should read signs and labels, with materials matched to their level. Parents reading aloud with children strengthens skills, requiring patience and calm to avoid frustration.
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Manitoba Reading Commission
Dad
Togo Elks Lodge installs officers in annual ceremony
The Togo Elks Lodge held its open installation on November 3 in Togo. DD.GER. Ray Orthe of Langenburg presided with assistance from Provincial Inner Guard David Ames of Melville and the Togo O.O.R.P. drill team. New officers include Exalted Ruler Ivan Bowes and others across leading roles, trustees, and staff positions.
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Togo
Roblin Auction Mart Posts December Livestock Totals
Market quotations show 532 head handled on Thursday December 2 at Roblin Auction Mart. Prices ranged from calves and feeders to sows and horses with steers up to 39.95 for feeders and cows and bulls in the mid twenty range, stock calves 35 to 42, pigs 9 to 12, bred sows 50 to 55, and horses 45 to 120.
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Roblin Auction Mart
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AIR Cadets
Hockey
Tors
Intermountain Information
B. A. Hawryluk
Joan
Joan Clement
Extension Home
Toollers
U.C.Y
AG. Rep
Collegiate Capers
Swertz Brothers Construction Limited
Shirley Weeks
Roblin Review
Beekeepers’ Auxiliary Committee
Birtle
Jack Bailey
Garry Lee
Wm. Hampson
Norman Lee
Walter Krupp
Vin Harper
Esquire
Ron Andrews
Herb Harper
Tyler
Maynard Dixon
Ed Bell
Charlie Stone
Max Melnyk
John Barrowman
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