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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 21, 1933
Page
6
Poetic exhortation attributed to Whittier calls for a universal Christmas song joining voices from all lands in harmony. It envisions breaking war, lifting nations in chorus, and the world’s voice aligning with divine goodwill and joy proclaimed by angels.
A fine reeer by Handics art exhibition displays handmade instruments, mounted birds, woodwork, and Ukrainian society portraits and costumes. Notable items include a dulcimer by Lupehyk, Bechers’ bird collection, W R Scott wood pieces, and spinning demonstrations. German and Swedish handwork appear, with several groups contributing to a crowded but vibrant event.
Comforters and rugs from Tum mel knitted afghan and embroidered quilt by Roblin girls, hand spun linen with cross stitch. Tim ber school children display over one hundred crbiles, knitted garments, doll’s crad les and paper flowers. A homemade spinning wheel built from a bicycle wheel drew attention as Timber pupils traveled 23 miles to contribute.
The Central Relief committee thanks donors from various groups including dances, lodges, and clubs for gifts valued at several dollars and expresses gratitude for clothing meat toys and support. Volunteers will pack parcels December 21 at United Church basement and the Shell River Agricultural Society meeting is set for December 27. The article notes a local councilor using indemnity funds to buy flour for distribution and announces Cent-A-Meal box openings on December 31 at United Church with money sent to Toronto.
Local gift shop promotes inexpensive jewelry and holiday offers. A December 37 dance at Benning’s Jewellery preceded a Christmas morning Anglican service and a Cantata at 7 p.m. A New Year novelty ball on January 1, 1934, is planned under Canadian Legion auspices. Roblin Hockey Girls host a dance with lunch after Christmas. A Roblin dramatic society forms, planning weekly study and winter plays. officers include H Belton, Misa Anderson, H Gleiser, with B Warkentin and Rev G E Phillips.
Togo News reports visitors Dr Segal and Mr R J M Walker at Kamsack on Wednesday and sends Christmas and New Year wishes. Dr Segal gave an address at the namemakers meeting. Mr Jas Caster of the Royal Bank Melville Sask visits family. James McEwen leaves for Winnipeg. the McEwen couple plan winter in the city. Walter Baillie dies suddenly at Nanaimo. Mrs Baillie is sister of Mrs Wesley Thomson. A Mylor school Christmas Tree is praised for success. The Deepdale Players staged Civil Service in the Dav's Fall with praise for Miss Thelma Davis. A dance at the hall drew crowds. Maendale friends praised for a fine theatre presentation.
Sir James Crichton-Wey, aged 93, dismissed food faddists after an eight course dinner. He urged eating what one likes in moderation and criticized sensational claims about food as either saviour or poison. He praised a varied diet and common sense.
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