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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 23, 1929
Page
1
A fragmentary line suggests a discussion about embracing a new approach or method. The readable text hints at acceptance of unconventional ideas and a move toward adaptability in a local context.
A proposed ordinance would force every vehicle crossing the tracks to stop look and listen before proceeding aiming to reduce danger. The measure would be presented to the Railway Company for consideration while the village enacts enforcement.
The record cites a council meeting in Roblin chaired by Reeve Rogers with Councillors Chapman Thompson Nowasad and McGregor present. It notes tax due dates and references road work and property additions, though the text is garbled and partial about expenditures or actions.
Local residents include MLA Mr Py Newton visiting Roblin, Mr C R Ivey and Missedoss activity, and Salvation Army campaign appeal. The Roblin Dramatical Society staged Her Gloves in Makaroff, Roblin Brass Band numbers 18 with hopeful growth, and a Ladies Aid concert featured Anne Lambkin, Chrissie Kelso, Anna Lasiuk, Jennie Glover.
The Forestal community records memories of settlers, names, and places around Deepdale Farm in 1929. Notes recount letters from residents Matt Hogue and Fred Taylor, travels to Edmonton and Baskatoon, and the origin of the Deepdale siding name after an engineer’s remark.
Mr Charles Frank purchases a new Ford and Mr and Mrs J W Eddy toured Kamgack Sunday. H Abercrombie visited Pelly Monday the 20th. Sam McKee of Portage la Prairie visited town. Several locals traveled to Canora and Norquay for events. A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs F Shanke. Fricklin and J W Abercrombie drove to Yorkton to hear Premier Gardner at City Hall.
Grand Narrows residents visit Smalley and Burrell households while Togo guests meet with Wilson and Franklin families. A pastor’s improving health is hoped for, and local youths presented Dr Mclean with a gift. Community events include UFM women’s bee preparations, United Church choir performance, and Empire Day observances.
Notices announce a Barn Dance at Tummel on June 7 with further particulars to follow. Local events mention friends visiting Winnpeg and Misses Hazel Collins and Lene Imale leaving for hospital courses. Stores and businesses will close at noon for holidays.
Mr Joe Prusky bought a tractor for breaking land on his farms here and Shortdale. Bert Cockerill and son Ernest join the Forestry Branch as patrolmen this season. Townsins bought a car after twenty years of work here, bringing new utility and light leisure. Mr C Dunlop of Deepdale becomes Forest Ranger replacing Mr Hjalmerson. Dunlop is an experienced bush worker and returned man.
A correspondent named Makaroff urges the Municipal Council to fund street improvements, praising the already laid gravel on Main Street and hoping for generous support during their visit. The writer asks the council to remember the effort favorably.
Information leading to the recovery of a dark grey bull with one broken horn is sought. Contact Peter Ostrowsky in Roblin or the Review office with any tips.
The document outlines essay rules for the Canadian Chautauqua contest. Essays must be handwritten on one side, include consulted sources on a separate paper in a sealed envelope, and reach directors by noon two days before opening. Winners are judged by three citizens per community, with prizes funded by Macmillan Company and Stefansson works offered in Western Canada.
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