Ukrainian Women's Ass'n Elects New Officers
The Ukrainian Women’s Association Roblin Branch held its annual meeting December 5 1979 with 19 members present. New 1980 executive includes President Anna Horbay and vice presidents, secretary Hileen Klemeski, treasurer Tena Pitze, and others. A Holy Supper was planned for January 18 and a cross stitch quilt raffle set for the Easter Bake Sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ukrainian Women's Association
Roblin
EB. Klemeski
T. Pitze
E. Kemeski
A. Horbay
Trufyn
Anna Horbay
Pauline Bugera
Katie Kurchak
Secreaary
Hileen Klemeski
Tena Pitze
M. Horbay
Doris Kurchak
Marge Kapetz
Mary Fitkogski
Nellie Boliziuk
Pauline Kurchak
M. Kapetz
M. Fitkoski
E. Trufyn
P. Bugera
K. Kurchak
M. Shwaykoski
M. Chick
N. Lungal
T. Federiuk
Pitz
Purshega
C. Wowchuk
D. Kurchak
Anna Kapetz
Merridale School concert fills hall with festive performances
A capacity audience at Merridale School enjoyed a community Christmas program. Master of Ceremonies Ted Myslchuk introduced acts including Bonnie Cockerill and Shirley Woodman on guitar, Ukrainian carols, 4-H skits, and a Santa visit distributing bags and candy canes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merridale
Ted Myslchuk
Bonnie Cockerill
Shirley Woodman
Noreen
Greg Cockerill
Charles Douse
Edna Cockerill
Lucille Cockerill
Wayne Cockerill
Brenda Kostick
Chester Cockerill
Barry Ludwig
Shane
Shawn Cockerill
Leanne Byle
Nora Lovatt
Florence Ludwig
Mary Myshchuk
Annie Velechenko
Rosie Cockerill
Sylvia Nykyforak
Liza
Henry
Santa
Museum Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Party Report
The Keystone Pioneer Museum auxiliary met at Barb and Eva Steffler's home for a Christmas gathering. Ann Lunan gave a hospital auxiliary report while members exchanged gifts and shared baked goods for lunch. Nellie Zibresky won the draw and Mrs. Souter won the contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keystone Pioneer Museum
Barb
Eva Steffler
Ann Lunan
Nellie Zibresky
Community letters on relief efforts and local economy
Readers discuss labour shortages and business sales in Alberta, with pleas for a locally oriented employer presence. The letter-wagging piece includes a Cambodian refugee relief overview, outlining CARE's role in Thailand refugee camps, UNHCR and ICRC leadership, and aid distributions to 40,000 camp residents, urging donations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kampuchea
Unicef
International Committee of the Red Cross
Thailand
Committee For
Ccsdpt
United Nations High Commissioner For Refugees
UNHCR
International Committee For the Red Cross
ICRC
Brian Wolff
Edmon
Ton
Kenya
CUSO
IRC
SaKaeo Camp
Marge Dollack
Peterborough
Ontario
Afghanistan
CARE
Canada
Fund For Cam
Town faces deficits and delays amid planning and delays
The piece notes a $26 000 deficit in Arena operation and $12 000 upkeep for the swimming pool alongside $7 000 for Memorial Hall and $20 000 for renovations. It cites $18 000 for the Town Manager, lagoon pollution complaints, and a call to double population to meet debts as engineers and lawyers seek a rehearing and extra materials cost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memorial Hall
Two New Stamps For January
Canada Post announced the first 1980 issues: a 17 cent Arctic Islands stamp marking the 100th anniversary of Canada acquiring the islands and an 85 cent Winter Olympics stamp. Arctic stamp features white islands on a dark blue map. Winter Games image shows a downhill skier. Printing by Ashton-Potter and CNB. Ottawa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
John A. Fraser
Canada Post
Canada
Arctic Islands
Brittan
Arctic
Toronto
Gottachalk and Ash
Lake Placid
New York
Dinh Ngoc Mo
Delberately
Toast to a Happy Prosperous New Year in Boston
A dated greeting wishes readers a Happy and Prosperous New Year. The note emphasizes a positive outlook and contrasts it with gloom, noting the era features prosperity and rapid technology.
Births in Roblin and Russell Manitoba announce two daughters
Gerry and Bonnie Hrynkiw of Roblin announce the birth of daughter Jodie Luella Elizabeth on December 18 at Dauphin General Hospital weight 98 lbs 9% oz. A sister for Ryan and Robbie. Grandparents Edwin Becker and Joe Hrynkiw of Roblin. Prokopetz Brian and Jane announce firstborn Holly Anne on December 7 1979 at Russell and District Hospital weight 7 lbs 844 ozs. Grandparents Eli and Lena Prokopetz Shell Valley William and Pauline Thom Russell Manitoba.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerry
Bonnie Hrynkiw
Roblin
Jodie Luella Elizabeth
Dauphin General Hospital
Ryan
Robbie
Edwin Becker
Joe Hrynkiw
Prokopetz
Brian
Jane
Holly Anne
Russell and District Hospital
Eli and
Lena Prokopetz
Shell Valley
William and
Pauline Thom
Russell
Manitoba
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Ukrainian Women's Ass'n
Barro Loaders Sales — Parts — Service
J. Hovorka & Sons Ltd
Sprague
RCA
Triple S Seed Cleaning Kip
Grandview
Man
Keating
Museum Ladies’ Auxiliary
Smith St
Portage Ave
Winnipeg
Alberta
Chamber of Commerce
W.E. Nash
Debbie Ziolkoski
Debbie
Hut Catering Company
Vince Kreiser
Randy Jones
Souter
Confucius
Thomas Hines
Raya
Bank of Montreal
International Harvester
Saskatchewan
Bob Miller
Texaco
Roblin United Church
Robin L. Arnott
R.rtt
Robi
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