Miss Elinor Simpson Honored At Shower
Miss Elinor Simpson bride elect of June 24th received many gifts at a surprise shower in the tower hall of Knox United Church Roblin. Family members including her mother Mrs Lisle Simpson and groom’s mother Mrs George Dietrich attended along with grandmothers Mrs Margaret Dietrich and Mrs Dora Dretcyvich. Master Ken Simpson and Miss Shannon Simpson arrived with a tractor and wagon bearing gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elinor Simpson
Knox United Church
Roblin
Elinor
Lisle Simpson
George Dietrich
Margaret Dietrich
Dora Dretcyvich
Ken Simpson
Venereal Disease concerns and contributing factors
Intermountain Information by B A Hawryluk discusses how promiscuous sexuality, drug resistance, and treatment challenges affect gonorrhea and venereal disease. It notes penicillin's historic role, rising dosages, asymptomatic carriers, reporting gaps, and the need for contact tracing to curb reinfection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. A. Hawryluk
Pears
V. D
Yorkton golfer tops Roblin Open Spring Golf Tourney
Over 100 golfers from Kamsack Dauphin Yorkton Gilbert Plains Gimli Grandview The Pas Togo Swan River Spring Grove Roblin competed Sunday June 18 at Roblin Golf and Country Club. Linton Richards of Yorkton won the champ flight on a 70 with Ray Field of Kamsack tying. other flight winners included Gordon Keast Dauphin first flight 75 and Taras Horbay The Pas first in fifth flight 96.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin
Roblin Golf and Country Club
Kamsack
Dauphin
Yorkton
Gilbert Plains
Gimli
Grandview
the Pas
Togo
Swan River
Spring Grove
Ray Field
Linton Richards
Ray Fields
Tony Yaworsky
Gordon Keast
Reg Leach
Orville Heschuk
Calvin Keast
Court Reyda
Dale Murray
Mike Kapetz
Bill Murray
Arnold Yeo
Taras Horbay
Rom Stangeland
Harold Mobberley
Social Scene Highlights From Roblin and Nearby
Weekend visits unfold as Winnipeg residents drop by Roblin and The Pas for family gatherings and graduation events. Notables include Agnes Peterson, Lois Johnstone, Mary Kozak, Liz Bruce, John Mitchell, Bill Komar, Dallas Smith, Pat Peteleski, Earl Staple, and University of Manitoba graduates Donna Gamey Susan Martin Margaret McMurray Bruce Shaw Dale Simpson Audrey Styba Michael Styba.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Manitoba
Roblin
Donna L. Gamey
Susan L. Martin
Margaret E. McMurray
Bruce M. Shaw
Dale E. Simpson
Audrey E. Styba
Michael Styba
Van Drecht Earns Spot in Western Canadian Track Finals
Reg van Drecht dominated the Man Sask Inter-Provincial Juvenile Track meet in Winnipeg by leaping 45 feet 10 inches in the Triple Jump, one foot beyond his previous best, earning a berth in the Western Canadian finals in Vancouver later this month. He had also been named Roblin's Athlete of the Year the day before after finishing second at the Manitoba Provincial finals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reg van Drecht
Sask
Winnipeg
Vancouver
Roblin
Reg
Pate
Manitoba
Roblin Horticultural Society Plans Spring Show and Bake Sale
The Roblin Horticultural Society met at Edith and Fred Schrader residence with 25 attendees. Members received two dahlia tubers each as premiums. plans were made for a Peony Rose and Pansy show and a June bake sale. Jerry Britcher spoke on tomato staking experiments. The next meeting will be on the second Monday at Noreen and Lisle Simpson’s home.
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The
Roblin Horticultural Society
Edith
Fred Schrader
Lairds
Jerry Britcher
Noreen
Lisle Simpson
Inter District Pony Show Draws 38 Exhibitors
The Inter District Pony Show in Roblin on June 10 1972 drew 38 exhibitors from regional clubs. Nancy Bailes of Inter Mountain Trail Riders won top honors with the Parkway Co op trophy. Noreen Kurtenbach of Assiniboine Club earned reserve champion and Roblin Veterinary Clinic trophy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin
J. A. Wallace
Dauphin
Nancy Bailes
Danielle Gallant
Assiniboine Pony Club
Darren Piwniuk
Noreen Kurtenbach
Charolette Kurtenbach
Darre Piwniuk
Bield
Butch Kowalchuk
Duane Funk
Gail Yellowega
Lenard Funk
Ken Shipaleski
Makaroff Women's Institute Hosts Grandmothers Social
The Makaroff Women's Institute held its Annual Grandmother's Social on Wednesday afternoon June 14 1972 at Mrs Jas Arnott's residence. Attendees joined Roll Call of Bakeless Bake Sale raising 4.05. Grandmothers received corsages and joined Bingo with six winners. A song fest followed lunch and tea while cups were marked. Grandmother and member jackpots were awarded to Mrs S McGinnis and Mrs J Duns respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mines
J. van Crecht
C. Elliott
Even Boyce
J. Pound
Edith Traub
Mmes
T. Duffy
A. Addis
Boyce
Jas. Curtis
G. Pound
Roberta Arnott
S. McGinnis
Isabel Arnott
Hilderman
Stove pipe starter for quick barbecues and beef kabobs
Do it yourself guide for a stove pipe starter using an 8 inch by 18 inch pipe to form drafts and light charcoal fast. Includes instructions for making metal ears to lift hot pipe and tips for marinating sirloin cubes and skewering kabobs with vegetables for flavorful grills.
Park project seeks funds for natural play area
Rob lin residents seek a $13 600 grant for Mark 69 Park in the north end. Of the total, $13 200 funds wages to employ twenty students, with $400 for materials. The plan favors natural materials over costly supplies and envisions a tot lot, relaxing area, horseshoe pits, possibly a bowling green, and a paved area for hopscotch and dodge ball.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin
Mark
Ing Green
Mark “69
Roblin Agricultural Society Plans 1972 Fair Dates
At a June 13 meeting the Roblin Agricultural Society outlined a July 23 to 25, 1972 fair with weed control on the ball diamond infield and Track Field. A plywood fence will showcase Sidewalk Artists, a float is planned for the parade, and a fish derby is organized by Chris Tummon. A 4 H Inter District Rally with Russell on July 24 features 38 Niagara Peninsula guests staying a week. Bumper stickers are in production.
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Roblin Agricultural Society
the Agricultural Society
Chris Tummon
Russell
Roblin
Niagara Penninsula
Public Outreach Suggestions From R A P Survey
The R A P Survey highlights inadequate public communication despite a lively community. Proposals include a central bulletin board, press editorials on youth issues and future events, and place mats or bulletins in public areas to inform residents.
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R.A.P
Manitoba Farmers Brace for Bertha Armyworm Battle Again
Entomologists warn of a repeat Bertha Armyworm outbreak in northwest Manitoba rapeseed fields with high pupal density in Swan River and Roblin. Moths may emerge in 2 3 weeks and flight could continue to July end, threatening millions in crop losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Provincial
Agriculture Department
Swan River
Roblin
Provincial Agriculture Department
Roblin Gun Club Trophy Tournament Summer Shoot
Roblin Gun Club hosted its Annual Trophy Tournament on June 18 with sunny skies and a mid afternoon shower. Local shooters joined teams from The Pas Portage la Prairie Lyleton and Churchbridge as Yvette Bouvier led the women competitors. Winners included I Ginter Portage La Prairie T Williams The Pas A Poitra Roblin and others in several class events plus top gun and low gun awards. After trophy events merchandise prizes were drawn and a Calcutta finale awarded to Alex Poitra and Morley Henderson. White Pine noted as Canada’s tallest conifer and national forest area context followed.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Norman Peterson
Agnes Peterson
Lois Johnstone
Mrs
Nelson Johnstone
Mary Kozak
Liz Bruce
Johnny Mitchell
Flin Flon
Bill Komar
Yaworsky
Motyka
Bill
Dallas Smith
Hamiaty
Boston Bruins
National Hockey League
P.J. Gaber and Sons. Ltd
Pat Peteleski
Pete Peteleski
D. M. Staple
Linda Dyck
Pas
Keewatm College
Earl Staple
Doreen Gunchoski
Reg. van Drecht
Anthony Stephanow
Eddie Stepha
Makaroff Women’s Institute
Joan
Joan Clement
Extension Home
Japan
France
R.A.P. Survey
Roblin Gun Club
I. Ginter
Portage la Prairie
T. Williams
A. Poitra
Bob Agar
Brent Lees
Canada
Billy Jack
Roblin Theatre
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