Producers Vote On Manitoba Poultry Marketing Scheme
Manitoba poultry and eggs producers vote February 16 on the Dominion Marketing Board approved scheme. Organized producers across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Riverina will decide whether to take control of marketing, after months of study and 350 meetings to inform members.
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Manitoba
Riverna
We Three Prairie
Natural Products Marketing Act
Dominius Marketing Board
Dominion Marketing Board
Roblin
Roblin Wins Big Over Gilbert Plains In Hockey Showdown
A roaring crowd watched Roblin rout Gilbert Plains 6-1 in a senior hockey clash. Roblin’s offense surged late, with Armitage and Hartmeir among the scorers, while Finnan stood out in goal for Gilbert Plains as Roblin’s relentless pressure sealed victory.
International concert by Ladies Aid at Roblin Theatre
A concert organized by the Ladies Aid will be held at the Roblin Theatre in February with admission set at 25 cents. A public auction of five to seven year old horses will follow at Williamson's sale yards on Saturday February 2, 1974 at 1 pm, terms cash. Presented by J J Kendet, proprietor.
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Jersever
Ladies Aid
Roblin Theatre
Williamson's
J. Kendet
Togo News Highlights Local Visits and School Board
Mr Geo Craig and son visited Canora on Saturday while Dr Segal rode to Kamsack on Monday. Mr Herbert Hansom left for Flin Flon after months with his parents. A baby was born to Mr and Mrs J Hampson last Friday. The annual Togo school district meeting was held with Leigh Lindsay reelected trustee, replacing J H Abercrombie. A lecture on Farm Garden and Grounds by a Saskatoon University lecturer drew a good crowd.
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Herbert Hansom
Togo
Leigh Lindsay
J. H. Abercrombie
University At
Saskatoon
Merridale Plans Move To Build New Community Hall
Merridale residents form a movement to construct a new Community Hall. The Merridale Stock Breeders Improvement Association met at Mr M Prusky's home. The Community Club is ready for another year of activities with G A Townsin as president and Sid Townain secretary. Hillsburg Municipality Council minutes and upcoming meetings will be of interest to ratepayers.
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Merridale Stock Breeders Improvement A Association
M. Prusky
G. A. Townsin
Sid Townain
Sec. Prensa
Hillsburg
Hulless oats show promise at Bran don Experimental Farm
Interest in hulless oats grows with Laurel oats leading trials on Bran don Experimental Farm land. Over eleven years Laurel yields 55 bushels and Banner 77, with adjustments for bull and shortening differences. Laurel is shorter, stiffer, matures faster by three days, but weaker weed fighter and seed cleaning is hard. Hulless oats have value in animal feed and household uses despite smut susceptibility and processing challenges.
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Manitoba
Brandon
Farmer's Saskatchewan letter on mortgage terms and arrears
A farmer writes to mortgage holders in Saskatchewan describing loan distress in a high finance era. The letter, dated to 117, mentions a received notice and a demand for repayment. It references a payment of 6 235.92 and an offer to repay two dollars per dollar of interest, illustrating grim debt dynamics.
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Saskatchewan
Seahish
Debt dispute over loan balance and ownership of land
A debtor angrily challenges a creditor over a claimed original loan of 6000 dollars with total payments totaling 8355.96 and a rising balance. He demands a definite payoff amount, warns against ongoing interest, and threatens to abandon efforts to settle if unsatisfied, questioning ownership of the property.
Local Roblin Notes and Community Updates
Cattle and hog shipments planned for Saturday February 2 by Leichter Spigelman and The Live Stock Co operative Association from Makaro ff Deepdale and Roblin. Mr R Jakeman to Dauphin hospital for appendicitis operation. Ruth Goldman begins piano lessons at 50c per lesson after earning LCM degree on Saturday 26 at Kameack. Roblin Women’s Institute hosts bridge and whist drive at Roblin Hotel with 15 tables and prizes. Roblin Lodge AF and AM honors J D Minar of the Royal Bank before he leaves for Melita. Several lodge members thanked for support. music, prayers, and songs close the gathering.
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Ruth Goldman
Kameack
The
Women’s Institute
Roblin
Gleiser
Stinson
Warkentin
G. Rae
Kerr
Robin Lodge
A.M
Roblin Hotel
J. D. Minar
Royal Bank
Melita
I. L. Mitchell
Milar
What If Horsepower Explained In New Invention
A reader describes an inventor’s talk on horsepower and how the term is defined in practice. The piece notes curiosity about the mechanism and potential for practical use, inviting further explanation and public interest.
Watt Puts Horsepower On The Record
The dialogue questions how many horses equal an engine’s work. Watt calculates a strong horse lifts 22 000 pounds one foot per minute, defining one horsepower. He adds a 50 percent safety margin, reaching 33 000, a figure officially adopted as the standard.
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Watt
Eal
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Meard
Finnan
Zaporzan
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Erhie Wertmer
Trans
Streseth
Murrev
Joe
Secana Nerio
Donald Trartmeir
Rabbs
Herbie
Cowtum
Johnny
Herbie Hartmeir
Might
Eliott
Raper
Murray
Plains
Felingham
Findlater
Thejoner
Amvarksmen
Marantz
Misko
Best
Kapey
Filjott
Armitage
Enack
Herbard Don Hartwell
B. Scott
Mitchell
Malcovitch
Cowton
Aitkens
Cross
Gilbe
Piring
Find
Chaloner
Fellingham
Waper Filiott
Scott
TH. Hartmeir
D Hartmeir
Cawton
Mitehall
Jack Yeo
Togo News
Geo. Craig and Son
Canora
Dr. Segal
Kamsack
J. Hampson
Merridale
Leichter & Spigelman
Makaroff
Deepdale
Live Stock Co-operative Association
H H Simpson
R. Jakeman
Dauphin Hospital
Yorkshire
Roblin Shortdale Mekaroft
McLean C. B. McLean
McLesse
B. Mclean
Slows
Mio
J. Martin Russel
Perchalok
Adam Sangatar
Adams Sesgster
Melville Grits
Japan
Iba
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