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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 05, 1976
Page
4
Mild April gives way to a May snow burst then quick melt as crocuses bloom on hillsides and roadsides. Farmers report crops in with budding tassels on poplars and pussy willows, while suckers are being fished at Shellmouth Dam with various dip nets.
The Town of Roblin held a special meeting April 29 1976 to approve buying four parcels on Block 24 and 25 Plan 558 with deposits about 10 percent. By law 7 1976 rezoning Lot 11 12 Block 2 Plan 352 from B to C was read first time. The solicitor was asked to address Councillor Nash’s attendance and a vacancy plan. Negotiations with the Ukrainian Catholic Mission were authorized.
Local residents report winter in Naples and family visits across Manitoba and Minnesota. Ted and Mrs Sanders return April 21 from Florida while Lorne Nicholson visits Dauphin and Pat Enright's family travels to St. Cloud. Easter gatherings include Peter Ludwig and family Winnipeg Gordon McKay Mandwell and Harvey Ludwig Calgary. Rose Ludwig visits. Grace Bowley visits Saskatoon. Also a Gallup poll shows Conservatives ahead of Liberals in a national survey.
A special council meeting of the Local Government District of Park in Onanole Manitoba on April 28 1976 approved the 1976 Road Program. The plan funds two seven foot culverts in Heron Creek and outlines road improvements in Swan River and Minnedosa districts with work by Harri son and Strathclair to extend roads toward the district boundary.
Last week featured activity led by students and staff including a one mile run walk or crawl and a Friday bike ride to the arena. Team 8 B earned top points with full participation while badminton and regional double teams excelled at Grandview and Swan River.
One hundred eleven TOPS members gathered in Thompson on April 9 and 10 for the province running weight loss meet. Prizes went to Judye Lafreniere and Mary Schellenberg with Wanless winning best average loss. Donna Framingham and Roblin members earned awards. total provincial loss reached 1.72 tons.
Plans finalize for Knox United Church's 60th anniversary over the May long weekend May 22 28. A history is being printed a renew acquaintance tea Saturday afternoon and a variety concert at 8 PM in Memorial Hall. Rev Cliff Matchett to preach Sunday worship with a farewell supper to close.
Over 50 4 H leaders and junior leaders gathered at the Ivanhoe Restaurant on Wednesday April 28 for a chicken supper sponsored by the Department of Agriculture. Afterward the group moved to Elk's Hall for the spring meeting with Hazel Arndt presiding.
The Manitoba Department of Education plans a major reorganization to create a K 12 program development framework. A Program Development and Articulation Council will guide priorities, with three program review committees covering Elementary Junior High and Senior High. Nominees include Maureen Hemphill, Laurie Matthews, Inez Stevenson, Clarence Motherall, Marie Andree, and Borden Hawryluk.
Roblin board heard about three waiting list categories for personal care homes. Category A covers urgent admissions, B covers those needing placement or who can use Home Care, and C includes those somewhat unstable who manage independently.
Northwest Region 4 H finals were held in Binscarth on April 24 1976 with junior intermediate and senior speakers. David Bayduza won junior with Baking My First Cake. Karen Barber led seniors with Nothing. regional hosts were the Binscarth Home-Ettes 4 H Club.
Times change as Manitoba now has four governments approving Sweeps and talk grows of a national sweep. The piece notes the shift from near outlaw status to official sanction and expansion of sweepstakes across jurisdictions.
The Roblin area faces theft from cars as a major crime with valuables left in sight and keys in ignition, while parking space shortages on Main Street prompt curb space changes to improve visibility. Authorities urge removing keys, securing belongings, and observing no parking zones at intersections.
Mr. and Mrs. Harold Kroll announce the engagement of Deborah Wilma to Thomas Walter son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Styba. The wedding is set for Saturday May 15 1976 at 2 30 PM at St John’s Lutheran Church Shevlin Manitoba.
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