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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 24, 1930
Page
1
A letter to the editor laments lack of patriotic displays at Manitoba’s sixtieth anniversary events. It urges better flag etiquette, attributing pride to September community celebrations and criticizing the absence of a visible jubilee committee. The writer advocates responsible authorship and signs off as an anonymous contributor.
The Roblin and Pool communities held a joint picnic on school grounds to mark Manitobas sixtieth anniversary. A parade featured the Roblin Biss Band and a boat-themed Pool float. Speeches by Mayor Mitchel and Rev Kenny addressed cooperative societies and unity.
The Roblin Fair scheduled for Friday August 1 marks the 23rd annual Shel Rheer Agricultural Society event. The Fair Board has arranged an educational program and a full day of activities. Exhibits should be submitted early to Secretary Irwin L. Mitchell at the local drug store. Citizens are urged to assist and promote the fair to keep the town before the public.
Over 65 attended the Roblin Achievement Day marking the Kitchen Improvement Contest. Mrs. Darcy Johnston won first prize with a $319.05 kitchen upgrade featuring a sink, pantry, green and white decor, and new furniture. Mrs. T Watson placed second.
A brief guide explains identifying Marquis wheat by distinctive head features. It notes fusiform heads are spindle shaped and taper toward the tip with few short awns. Readers are directed to pamphlet No. 95 from Ottawa for detailed illustration.
Professor Harold Hibbert of McGill University Montreal has discovered a process to combine gas and water into a permanent tangible solid comparable to rayon fibers. The method aims to speed factory production of textiles and other goods by shortcutting natural processes.
Deepdale notes a July 17 wheat pool meeting at the Community Hall, wedding of Miss Eva Gardner and Mr. Thomas Roberts on July 17 with reception July 18, and guests including Miss Annie Gardner. Local inquiries mention Mrs. Geo Ward recovering, travel updates, and a big fall dance August 1 under the Richlig Band. Public notices note Election Day July 28 and guests at J P Neilson’s home.
An old advertising column extols the value of consulting ads before shopping. It promises efficient service at merchants who advertise and asserts readers gain money saving bargains and pleasant shopping experiences. Every day becomes bargain day for those who read ads.
Pioneer resident Matthew Tutamon aged 83 years died Monday July 21 at his daughter's home in Roblin district. Born Cornwall Eng he came to Roblin 25 years ago and lived there in esteem. Survived by widow and son Matthew of Saskatoon and daughter Mrs Jas Ritchie of Roblin. Funeral service conducted by Rev D S Kern and interment at Roblin cemetery.
Anglican church schedules morning service at 1 a.m. and an afternoon session at 3 p.m. Evening service follows at 7 p.m. The address will discuss Jesus Christ and you in a devotion aimed at reflection and personal faith.
Mrs Morrow departs this week to visit Winnipeg friends while the Cromarty residents send congratulations to the Cromartyants on passing their final exam. Mr Brandon is ill this week but wishes for a speedy recovery. The Dix family and others from Cromarty attended the Yorkton fair this year and reported an enjoyable time.
Community fair entries due soon with corrections to class names and ages. Notes urge early submission to avoid mistakes, list penmanship and livestock categories, and mention membership for the society. Ground access warned, entrances will change, stores open Thursday and close Friday on fair day.
The Order of the Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies hosts mountain trail journeys from Banff Springs or Chateau Lake Louise. Beginners undertake short rides while experts go three weeks into the heart of the range, ending in a grand pow wow. Each August offers new trails and memories for life.
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