20 Dec 1928
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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 20, 1928
Page
1
The article reflects on Christmas as a time of generosity for poor children, noting rag stockings and charitable efforts by individuals and institutions. It emphasizes universal goodwill, immigrant participation, and the enduring light of the season across nations and faiths.
Christmas season closures and visits noted in Roblin with residents traveling to Winnipeg Toronto and Lloydminster. Local events include an annus dance, curler plans, and a film showing. io f ha l floor shows planned. The Hillsburg administration appoints R J Oliver as acting administrator and a Christmas night program with Pola Negri Barb Wire is mentioned.
Local visits include Mr Wm Hampson and Mr John Dixon calling in Kamsack. Mrs Wallace improves and hopes to be home by Christmas. Walter Middlerton returns from Saskatoon for the holidays. Bees, renovations, and a social evening with a magic lantern entertain the community. A talk on missions by Mrs McConnell replaces Dr McLean. Santa Claus attends, with a presentation to Miss E Perrett and a lively program.
The Juraerdale School report lists students advancing from Grade C to Grade I Jr Redge and from Grade II to Grade II Honors. Names include Lora Poyser Annie Proskie and Latimer Soltys with several seniors noted in Honors such as Jen Bousky Evelyn Townsin Florence Skerill Morton Cockeill and Stella Shulban.
The Roblin United Church announces Sunday service led by Rev D S Kern B A B D B PAed minister. Theme and words of guidance expected for parishioners.
An advertisement claims Adlerika relieves abdominal gas and bloating by cleansing both upper and lower bowels. It quotes Mrs Julian Just ONE spoonful and asserts improved eating and sleeping after use. Endorsed by Irwin Litchell, a druggist.
A light snow fall marks the season as Merridale reports on local improvements near the Duck Mountain branch. Mrs Luddy departs for England after a farewell hosted by Mr and Mrs Caver. The Hay couple also depart after twenty years of farm life and service to the district. Meridale’s large school room hosted a packed concert on December 12 with a program of recitations songs and solos by local students and guests including Miss B R Cocker and Lorne Barkly.
The Salvation Army announces Thursday afternoon public meeting Friday evening Young People's meeting Sunday morning Sunday School at 11 and 3 p.m with 7 p.m Christmas services. Saturday night carol singers and festive rejoicing led by Capt. J Reeves and Lieut. R Raine.
Canadai Ure2 offers White Leghorns barred Reds Reds Wyandottes White Rocqs Ancon and Minorcas Orpingtons from trusted stock. Flocks large enough and inspected. Orders due by January 1. Write for free catalogue from Alex Taylors Hatchery 862 Furby St Winnpeg Manitoba.
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