Proposed 1927 Projects for Roblin Village and Countryside
A community letter outlines possible plans for 1927 including a rest room for country patrons, a racetrack at the Agricultural Society grounds, and a Tourist Camp to serve touring motorists. It argues Roblin's location between Duck and Riding Mountains and highway prospects could boost regional traffic and benefit town and rural residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Roblin
Agricultural Society Board
Roblin Agricultural Fir Grounds
Agricultural Society
Roban
Shell
Assiniboine
Miss Esther Thompson Addresses Roblin W I Visitors
Miss Esther Thompson of Winnipeg visits Roblin to speak at the district W I convention in Tummel. She discusses foreigner issues and the gifts of visitors, urging sympathy for strangers in a new land. Mrs Browse from Winnipegosis attends as a guest. Roblin ladies close with lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esther Thompson
Winnipeg
Roblin
W.I
Tummel
F. H. Belton
Dauphin District
United Church News Sunday Feb 20 Service Agenda
Rev Robert Harvey presents subjects Tummel and Bield An Old Fashioned Portrait and The Song of the Bell. Roblin delivers Childrens address The Last Basket of Earth Midweek Meeting at 8 pm Wednesday John Masefield St Paul and Professor Weigle contribute to the hour All welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Harvey
Tummel
John Masefield
St Paul
Professor Weigle
Conquering Nature in the Human Struggle for Progress
The essay argues man continually battles nature to extend life and achieve mastery. It highlights medical advances and sanitation, prophesies longer lifespans, and cites inventions like the automobile, railroad, airship, telegraph, and radio as signs of conquest. It warns that eventual complacency could hasten mental decline.
Placement of life saving device near usage area
A public health note emphasizes hung placement of life saving gear where used. Reducing steps to reach it may extend life by minimizing response time during emergencies.
MA C NOTES SAVE STEPS IN KITCHEN LAYOUT
An old article advises homemakers to place frequently used utensils and materials near the main work centers, grouping items by usage. It suggests three zones: stove, work table, and pantry, with commonly used tools closest and rarely used items stored in distant spaces.
Roblin Teems With Local Events and Theatre Plans
Roblin locals report Mrs. Baine visiting Winnipeg and JE Baine's business trip. The Womens Auxiliary thanks all contributors for their tea. Roblin Players present The Private Secretary in the 100 hall on February 25 with full cast and 50c admission. Curling clubs host the Grand Challenge with visiting rinks from Kamsack Grandview Togo Gilbert Plains Dauphin Rochedale Inglis and 18 town rinks. A UFM convention report prompts a round table meeting on February 28 covering membership poultry bread making and equal rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin Curling Club
Aronaplés
Reidtheres
Ing
Kamsack
Grandview
Togo
Gilbert Plains
Dauphin
Rochedale
Inglis
Wm. VanAlstyne
Togo News Social Visits and Local Events
Mr Alex Simpson left for Winnipeg on Monday and Mr D Sinclair visited Roblin last weekend. Mrs H Brown visited Maksett on Thursday. Mrs Richard Paisley of Kamsack visits Mrs Chas V Franklin. Mr and Mrs Geo Craig entertain friends on Wednesday. Miss Enid Abercrombie hosted young friends on Wednesday. Messrs Chas McGregor Wm Davis Claud Bert Anurth Taylor attend Roblin naples this week. Iss Martin Austin recovering from injuries. Anglican Church W A of Togo. Roblin Players to present Private Secretary in Toro Hall on Monday February 2sth. Watch for Pastors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H Brown
Makstoff
Richard Paisley of
Kamsack
Chas V Franklin
Geo Craig
Enid Abercrombie
Messrs
Chas McGregor
Wm. D Avis
Claud Bert
Anurth R “Aylor
the Roblin
Naples
Anglican Church
W. A
Tego
Oahlin
Toro Hall
Grant narrows Miss Violet Serret at graduation eve
Miss Violet Serret nears the end of high school in Kamsack and enjoys a few days with her parents here. Mr Po L Mills hosted a party on Friday the 11th following a brief visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Violet Serret
Atending High School
Kamsack
Hardey
Po L. Mills
Silverwood Mourns Loss of Baby Amid Fire Disaster
Mr and Mrs Maguire mourn the loss of their baby boy who died suddenly last Sunday. The fire destroyed Jack Irvine’s house Monday afternoon, starting in a bedroom and spreading rapidly due to high wind. Neighbors tried to help but could only confine the blaze. Mr and Mrs Irvine and their daughter Meo W Maguire lost their home and money. A box social and dance will be held Friday February 25 in the hall to aid fire victims. attendees are asked to bring a box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Irvine
Arvin
Areste
Meo W
Death of Miss Ardath Wall Ace in Walker district
We regret to announce the death of Miss Ardath Wall Ace of Walker district after a period of illness. She was seen recently at a local hall with friends. The community extends sympathy to Mr and Mrs Wallace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ardath Wallace
Walker District
and Irs Wallace
Mortgage Sale Of Valuable Farm Property In Manitoba
Auction announced by Williamson licensed auctioneer at Roblin Manitoba for March 5 1927 at noon. Property includes south half of section 19 township 26 range 28 west of first meridian with exemption for right of way to Canadian Northern Railway. 20 percent cash, balance on sale terms. Farm has 250 acres cultivated with remaining land farm and pasture, with house stable and grain in fair condition. Vendors solicitors listed. Canadian Bank of Commerce charter Winnipeg Manitoba. Deted at Winnipeg Manitoba February 5 1927.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williamson
W. J Westwood
Roblin
Manitoba
Tweny
Canadian Northern Railway Company
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ficient
United Church News
Mans
Ivan
Ma.c
JE Baine
Mrs. Baine
Mr JE Baine
Womens Auxiliary
Roblin Players
Burrell
U.F.M
Ith
Togo News
Alex Simpson
D Sinclair
Martin Austin
Silverwood
Private Secretary
C.C.F. Hall
Davis Hall
Marsland
Harry Marshand
Cattermole
Douglas Cattermole
Rav
I. Spauldidy
Sidney Gibson Knox
Edith Marshand
Eva Walster
Stead
Miss Ashford
Dr. McConnell
L. Fox
IT. Cameron
G. A. Jurkett
G. E. Phillip
J. Adam
J. Yeo
C. D. G. Barber
I. Fisher Mure
G. Is. Phillips
I. Yeo
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