Mrs P Nowosad Returns From Winnipeg Trustees Meet
Mrs P Nowosad returned from Winnipeg where she attended the School Trustees Convention.
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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 31, 1957
Page
4
Mrs P Nowosad returned from Winnipeg where she attended the School Trustees Convention.
Manitoba farmers are urged to secure quality seed for 1957 after heavy 1956 harvest losses. Officials advise germination tests, representative sampling, seed cleaning, and mercury fungicide treatment to combat disease. Consider buying registered or certified seed for assured germination and disease-free stock, with winter seed preparation seen as payback next summer. Local notices report social visits, curling events, and anniversary celebrations in Roblin area communities.
The Rocky Mountain pass owes its name to a geologist named Dr. Hector who became the first white man through the route after being kicked by his horse during the crossing.
A Tuesday gathering at the Legion Club Rooms drew many members. Three constitutional amendments including amalgamation and nominating committees passed unanimously. the monthly paper was tabled. A Film Council representative was chosen for Feb. 1 and oil interests were discussed with emphasizing ground floor involvement. A skit introducing Mr Boughton amused attendees.
Roblin Chapter of the Eastern Star installed officers for 1957 at a January meeting led by Mrs. Eleanor Robertson. Newly installed officers include Worthy Matron Mrs. Jean Martin and Worthy Patron Albert Brueher, with a full slate of roles such as Associate Matron Julie Mitchell, Conductress T. H. Taylor, Secretary Arlie Newton, Treasurer Mrs. C. Wilson, Chaplain Mrs. Barber, and other board members. Assistants named were Mrs. Lee Yeo, E. Taylor, Fisher, and Petersen.
Attendees watched films including Against Fun and Agriculture Means Industry. The audience was small, and questions arose about drawing more industry to the town. Chairman J Otke thanked Boughton Mitchell and Mrs W McIntyre for contributing to a lively meeting.
Obituary for J W Atkey a Roblin pioneer storekeeper and former postmaster who died in Ladner British Columbia at eighty eight. He established Roblin and Ladner shops, served on the Roblin school board, survived by two daughters two sisters two brothers five grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. He married Hattie and was predeceased by son Melville and daughter Laurel.
The throne speech unveils broad legislation to ease local taxation in Manitoba. Proposals include school construction aid, more university and dental college funding, expanded soil conservation, waterworks and sewer projects, driver licensing expansion, and a major road program. Tax relief aims to shift costs from municipalities to provincial supports, aided by new tax schemes and higher revenue.
The Roblin and District Chamber of Commerce held its January meeting with 33 members. R. Robertson promised road work on Highway 83 north of Roblin would finish in 1957 and Lake access aid for Goose picnic grounds would be provided. snow plow for Kohlin denied.
The Roblin United Church Evening Guild met January 22 at the church manse with seventeen members and two visitors. Rev G Waddell installed 1957 officers: President Mrs A Thom, Vice President Mrs H Barber, Secretary Mrs H Keast, Treasurer Mrs J Goodbun. The group planned a March of Dimes canvass, donated $60 to Missionary and Maintenance Fund, heard Dr K H Prior speak on Africa, and closed with Mispah Benediction and lunch. Next meeting set for February 12 at Mrs H Keast’s home.
Rod and Gun Digest reports the Tenth Annual Winter Carnival set for February 13 to 15 at The Pas with the World Championship Dog Race drawing entrants from across the North and from New England. Events include the Fur Queen contest, Fat Indian Ladies race, and ice fishing.
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