Grand Narrows 4-H Nimble Fingers Achievement Night
On Friday May 12 in the Walker School gym San Clara Manitoba the 4 H Nimble Fingers held their achievement night. The program opened with O Canada the 4 H pledge and songs. Dawn Lachance sang a solo and girls modeled sewn clothing from 1971 72 season. Mrs Clement Home Economist praised the effort and selected Colleen Dixon Karen Koroluk Twila Murray and Tracee Murray for further judging. A lunch was served by the girls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nimble Fingers
Walker School
San Clara
Man
Canada
J. Sylvester
Bedu
Dawn Lachance
Showers For Grooms And Brides Elect In May Events
A series of social showers took place in Roblin and area for upcoming weddings. Miss Mari Anne Galatiuk and Miss Bonnie Larocque, both bride elects of June and May respectively, attended gatherings hosted by families, receiving corsages and gifts. Gwen Donaldson, bride elect of May 19, also enjoyed a church hall shower with corsages, gift viewing, and lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elks Hall
Jim Mitchell
Jim
Mari Anne
Annabell
Graham Mitchell
Annabelle
Bonnie Larocque
Albert Davis
Bonnie
J. Larocque
Don Ferguson
Gwen Donaldson
Knox United Church
Roblin
Gwen
Isaac Funk
John Peats
Thirst quenchers and summer drink ideas from Joan
Warm weather inspires juice mixes from orange juice with soda to rhubarb raspberry drinks. A sample recipe uses rhubarb, raspberries, sugar, and clear soft drink to create a refreshing beverage. Also notes Camp Wannenumbac applications and barbecue pamphlets available at the Extension Office.
Canada Germany social security agreement aids pension claims
The Canada Pension Plan and Germany social security pact effective May 1 1972 allows Canadians of German origin and some refugees to claim German benefits. It lists German liaison agencies in Hamburg Berlin and Bochum for information requests, with the Bonn ministry as a contact if unsure. Leaflets are available from Brandon or any CPP office. Benefits are payable worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Federal Republic of Germany
Landesvericherungsanstalt Freie
Hansestadt Hamburg
Hamburg
Oberseering
Bundersversicherungsanstalt Fuer Angestellte
Berlin
Ruhrstrasse
Bundesknappschaft Bochum
Bochum
Pieperstrasse
Steelworkers
Landesvericherungsanstalt Fuer Das
Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs
Bundesminister Fur Arbeit Und Sozialordnung
Bonn
Brandon
Canada Pension Plan
New Officers and Committees Elected by Parkland Festival
Parkland Festival Association held a May 9 meeting at Roblin Elementary. Keith Taylor was elected president with Jack Ziprick as vice president and Frances Moross as secretary. The group discussed a new marking system and renaming Roblin Festival. Finance concerns led to using reserve funds, seeking new support. Fall festival dates set for November 7–9 and spring for February 26–28. Continuous input encouraged from members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkland Festival Association
Roblin
Sheila Burland
Gaber
Jack Ziprick
Keith Taylor
Roblin Parkland
Frances Moross
Alma Hughes
John Stolarchuk
George Giles
Rose Ziolkoski
Joan Taylor
Ada Peats
Grace Skomorowski
Helena Kines
Frances Nowosad
Ellen McArthur
Liz Hewryluk
Flo Hunter
Linda Hersak
Linda Buguski
Kay Burelle
Milderd Galatiuk
Diane Thoms
Vy Campbell
Jen Kelly
Rythm
Lorene Kopetsky
Maryniuk
Marianne Rennick
S. B. Simpson
G. Hunter
Barbara Gaber
Navel-Ill in Northwest Manitoba Calves
Northwest Manitoba producers report widespread Navel-Ill in newborn calves. Infection enters via the navel, can spread to liver kidneys joints and bloodstream, causing depression lameness and possible death. Prevention hinges on clean calving areas abundant bedding immediate nursing and iodine naval disinfection within hours after birth. Consult veterinarian IL D McNabb for guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Il.d. McNabb
Main St. S. Dauphin
Roblin Area 4-H Finals Decide May 15 Winners
The Roblin Area 4-H demonstration finals on Monday May 15 featured five teams. Junior winners were Reggie Burla and Ricky Zetariuk of Assiniboine 4-H on Heal thy Teeth. Senior winners were Arlene Burla and Joan Galatiuk of Assiniboine 4-H on String Things.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin
Reggie Burla
Ricky Zetariuk
Assiniboine
Arlene Burla
Joan Galatiuk
Swan River
Intermountain to employ music co ordinator
The Dauphin Ochre division plans to hire a music co ordinator to coordinate and timetable a compulsory music program from Grade 1 through Grade 6 in all schools. One-year review set to evaluate effectiveness. Arbitration over teacher salaries ongoing with no rapid resolution in sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Intermountain
Pro Golf Instruction Series Planned for Parkland Region
Recreation Consultant Buck Matiowski announced a series of golf instruction schools to be led by Stan Homeniuk, Dauphin Golf and Country Club pro, with sessions in Gilbert Plains Grandview Winnipegosis Roblin Swan River Rossburn and Dauphin. The May 29 Roblin event runs 6 to 9 p.m. at the golf course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buck Matiowski
Dauphin
Stan
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Matiowski
Gilbert Plains
Grandview
Winnipegosis
Roblin
Swan River
Rossburn
Social whirl notes from Roblin and area residents
Miss Gertrude Callin of Saskatoon visited Mrs Hazel Ford with Miss Dell Klassen of The Pas and Miss Lynne Martin over the long week end. Numerous visits span Winnipeg Ottawa and Canada West. Weekend bingo at Roblin Curling Rink canceled for summer. Birth announced for Ross Parker’s son in Sault Ste Marie. Grandmothers noted in Roblin family visits.
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Gertrude Callin
Saskatoon
Hazel Ford
Dell Klassen
Pas
Lynne Martin
George Giles
Jewellers
Bonnie Bruce
Winnipeg
Mitchell-Bruce
George Kelso
W. Smith
Haney
B.C
Roblin
Linda Puritch
John Paritch
Terry Hunter
Archie McFadyen
Trevor Jones
Wabowden
Man
Irna Jones
Ed Scribner
Bob Fitchner
Hershy
Pennsylvania
U.S.A
Ken Jones
Ross Parker
Sault Ste. Marie
Ontario
F. Hunter
Lorne Hyde
Heather
Ian
Greg Rigaux
Ian Ford
Racquel
Dauphin
Evelyn Cooper
Ford
Len Dick
Roblin Ladies' Golf Club Holds May 15 Annual Meeting
The Roblin Ladies Golf Club held its annual meeting Monday evening May 15 at the club house. Officers for 1972 include Past President Mary Oliphant, President Velma Sutton, Vice President Stella Peteleski, Sec Treas Liz Bruce, Executive Mary Sorbo Agnes Peterson Rose Ziolkoski and Vert Dillin. A ladies day is planned for June 12 with golf starting at 1 pm and lunch after nine holes. A supper for the mixed two ball foursome is planned for May 28. The fall tournament date is set for September 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin Ladies’ Golf Club
Mary Oliphant
Velma Sutton
Stella Peteleski
Sec
Treas
Liz Bruce
Mary Sorbo
Agnes Peterson
Rose Ziolkoski
Vert Dillin
Court cases under Magistrate Manwaring in Canada
In a criminal matter, Anthony Safronetz received a one year suspended sentence. Related counts list Anthony Safronetz with a one year suspended sentence and Sylvester O totaling $154.00 in fines.
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F. M. Manwaring
Criminal Code OF Canada
Anthony Safronetz
Sylvester O
$30 Million Boost To Initiatives Program
Manpower and Immigration Minister Bryce Mackasey announced in the House of Commons a 30 million dollar addition to the Local Initiatives Program. The funds extend existing projects through September 30, funding only those already proving job creation and community benefit. No new projects will start. extensions to June 16 remain eligible only for construction-focused work.
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Bryce Mackasey
House of Commons
Mackasey
Time to cut Canadian edition due to liquor ad ban
Time magazine plans halving its Vancouver produced Canadian edition as British Columbia bans liquor and cigarette advertising. The note hints Bennett’s province may endure changes with or without Time. A Manitoba Knights of Columbus celebration is also mentioned along with a city newspaper claim that Rural Mail Service is poor while City Service has improved. The piece closes with a question about the city of that rural story and a baffling Chinese superstition about bats.
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Time Magazine
Vancouver
B.C
Jakeman announces daughter Colleen Colleen’s marriage to John Gabel
Mrs Frances Jakeman announces the marriage of her younger daughter Colleen Ann to John Charles Gabel son of Charles Gabel Orangeville Ont at Knox United Church Roblin at 4 pm April 28 1972. John and Colleen reside at 7466 Rue De La Motnie St Boniface.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Jakeman
Colleen Ann
John Charles Gabel
Charles Gabel
Orangeville
Ont
Knox United Church
Roblin
John
Colleen
Rue de la Morenie
St. Boniface
Brownie Meeting Held April 6th
A Brownie meeting for mothers was held April 26 1972 at the new Intermediate School. District Commissioner Nellie Kowalyk chaired the evening with Irene Weeres as secretary. Doris Greg Betty Puritch and Mary Danyluk led the Lunch and Social Committee. Telephone volunteers Doreen Doering Evelyn Addis Lena Kozmeniuk Doreen Markoski. Uniform Committee Marie Frost-Hunt. Verlie Ungrin nominated Special Treasurer. About 25 mothers attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nellie Kowalyk
Irene Weeres
Doris Greg
Betty Puritch
Mary Danyluk
Doreen Doering
Evelyn Addis
Lena Kozmeniuk
Doreen Markoski
Marie Frost-Hunt
Verlie Ungrin
Birthday party and family news from Grand Narrows
Grand Narrows reports include Phyllis Murray family celebrations with a sister gathering May 17, a birthday chat with brother Charles Burrell from Alder Grove, and updates on absent sisters. Milton Bangle hospitalized after a farm accident. Kay Fyfe of Roblin visited. May 26 Winnipeg physiotherapy graduate Margaret McMurray. 1971 combining nearing completion in district. Continued on page 4 column 8.
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Clifford Radford
Golden
J. Radford
F. Framingham
Gladys
T. Maguire
Ethel
Ruth
A. Radford
Joyce
Lenderbeck
Phyllis
Charles Burrell
Alder Grove
B. C
Alice Murray
Bev’s
Ron Manns
Saskatoon
Margaret Johnson
Treherne
Man
Kathleen Allen
Elgin New
Brunswick
Ron Mann
Milton Bangle
Milton
Ray Murray
Kay Fyfe
Roblin
Margaret McMurray
Winnipeg
Margaret
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Grand Narrows
Cathy Bedu
Joan
Joan Clement
Extension Home
David Yurkin
Mert D. Bosiak
Northwest Livestock
L.D. McNabb
Valerie Gardener
Geraldine Edel
Grainfields Home Ee
Lorna Burla
Barbara Burla
Angela Antosh
Carla Kozak
The
Roblin Happy Homemakers
Mrs. S. Mitchell
Flin Flon
Kapetz
C. E. Mitchell
D’arcy Keast
Gordon Keast
Leaf Rapids
Dan Hunter
U. of M
North
Gabel
Jakeman
P. Framingham
Geo. Murray
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