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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 20, 1963
Page
1
A fragment mentions Mr Knight, a fond fair, and a peasant scene by the lake. It hints at a town gathering with a roast, with local residents and visitors in a peaceful, informal setting. The wording reflects a retrospective note about community events and leisure.
Free Methodist Woman's Missionary Society met June 7 at Mrs Blanche Ferguson's home. Twelve members and two visitors attended. Plans were made for a work meeting at Field Camp on June 26. Year total funds reached 296.50 with various reading and study certificates recorded. Officers elected for 1963 64: President Ruth Shiner, Vice Ruth Stinson, Treasurer Elsie Chase, Secretary Blanche Ferguson, Literature Agent Fazel McGinnia, Stewardship Sec Helen Caswell, Mission Study Sec Midy Stoner, Myrtle Hailes as assistant.
Grace Church Zorra Ladies' Aid met June 5 with nine members. They studied Philippians, read last minutes, reviewed treasurer’s report, and paid dues. A motion exempted 65 plus members from cleaning duties. Five dollars donated to Luther Eloor memorial to Mrs Bank. Lake Roblin camp plan set. service July 7 at 2 pm to open camp. Hostesses Mrs Mike and Mrs Alfred Eslinger.
The Hospital Auxiliary met with twelve members present and approved buying new draw screens for thirteen wards at 1158 dollars including drapes and installation. They will also purchase a Camograph for the Hinen at 87.50 dollars. A 200 dollar bursary was granted to Marnie Jolliffe and the foods committee will organize during the miner for preserving fruit. They voted to dispense with July and August meetings.
The local agricultural column notes weed control tips and early spray timing for seedlings. It emphasizes using the best weed control products and spreading spray coverage to ensure effective treatment while highlighting cautious application.
The Makaroff Garden Club held its June 7 gathering with raffle plans for a grocery hamper at the school. Members voted on 4-H rally attire and nominated Owen Wilson, Benny Shymakin, Gerrine Stoughton, and Edith Carochan to organize a display. The club donated $10 to Ronald Wilson for travel expenses and discussed tickets for the 4-H rally.
The Dauphin Past Noble Grands Association met June 10 at Mrs. Sadie Staple's home. A luncheon was served, and the group decided to donate 271.20 from the Birthday Calendar net proceeds to the Cemetery Committee. An skit on dating challenges was performed and Mrs. Thom shared travel movies.
Merridale residents host visitors from Winnipeg Whitehorse and Swan Plains while welcoming new baby, wishing recovery for Ralph Cockerill. The Merridale H Garden Club reports all members present at 4H meeting and approves a June 28 raffle and games at the school grounds with Deepdale 4H Club. More events include a June 28 school picnic and a June 6 planning session for a field game.
In Question Period a Rural MP pressed the Agriculture Minister on whether the government should delay or provide acreage payments due to uneven rainfall. The Minister replied that acreage payments are issued around election time and assured the House the matter is closely watched by the department.
Public debate in the Commons centers on curbing government spending and tax relief as Finance Minister Gor don faces his first budget. He promotes expanded investment and a 150 percent wage bonus for hiring unemployed workers over 46, urging foreign firms to raise Canadian ownership to 24 percent. Deficit seen at 720 million dollars with 2 percent GNP growth, while jobs remain a priority.
Shell River council met Wednesday to approve finances and bylaws. Reeve and secretary-treasurer oversight discussed, with land sale and road plan approvals, grant allocations, corporate clerk duties, and next meeting time set for 1:30 pm.
The June meeting of Makaroff Woman's Town was held at Mrs. G Pound's home with President Arnott in chair. Roll call noted eight Pictures for Shower Book members and six visitors. Treasurer reported 36.42 on hand. July and August recess approved. Husband's Outing and label project tabled for fall. Picnic plans set with J Kerswell and Jas Arnuit on buying committee. members to bring ice. Sick committee reported on treats. Shower fund 19.75 collected with two more due. Fibre flower corsages shown and well received. July 4 anniversary tea planned at Community Hall with committee members listed. District convention report given by Mrs. Pilcott. Jackpot tickets drawn. winner Mrs. Pound. Lunch served by Mrs. Pound and Mrs. Jas Curtis.
Mr and Mrs Ralph Robson of Perdue Sask announce the engagement of their daughter Cherome Ethel to Harves Allan Ludwig third son of Mrs Florence Ludwig and Mr Pete Ludwig of Roblin Man The wedding will be held at the United Church in Perdue Sask at 3 pm
Intermountain Division 36 of the Manitoba Teachers Society held a June 6 banquet at Grandview United Church basement with about 400 attendees. Past president B. Simms chaired. guests included Inspector of Schools Mr and Mrs Gibson and Miss Brummil. New officers were elected for roles including President H. Dunn Gilbert Plains and Vice President Ko Ratchie Roblin. other posts covered by leaders from Gilbert Plains Roblin Grandview and Grandview.
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