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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 26, 1949
Page
1
The district reports a nice rain on Monday and notes cool weather on May 23. The Review, an independent paper, urges readers to vote on May 27, highlighting the simplicity and importance of the matter.
Nine years ago on June 5 1940 the Battle of France began and on June 10 the French government left Paris for Tours. Six years ago June 6 1944 D Day opened Allied invasion of Normandy on a 25 mile front west of the Orne. Shows at Roblin Theatre Saturdays begin 6 30 pm. Tell your friends.
The Dauphin Presbytery held its spring meeting in the Dauphin United church with Rev. J. B. Francis presiding. It protested the appointment of a Canadian envoy to the Vatican and discussed camp plans, minister salaries, and lay supplies. The meeting also announced pastoral vacancies at Winnipegosis Makaro ff and Ochre River and reaffirmed leadership and reporting roles.
A thoughtful critique argues that China’s push for democracy risks becoming a police state under Moscow's influence. It urges the West to model true democracy and moral integrity to inspire China toward genuine reform rather than coercive rule.
The Roblin community extends congratulations to Mr. W. A. Smith on his 88th birthday on May 23. A longtime farmer and Portage Mutual representative for about 45 years, he retired two years ago and now enjoys retirement near Roblin.
Members thank helpers for the Telephone Bridge and Whist Drive raising hospital funds. Twenty two bridge tables and twenty whist tables were used. Prizes: Bridge ladies first Miss Jean Mitchell second Miss Joyce Schwalkm. gents first H. Maslove second W. Edwards. Whist ladies first Mrs H Edel and gents first R DeLaMare.
The editorial team labors to publish The Review with news content limited by mounting printing deadlines. An editorial note hints at upcoming coverage and urges readers to check the ads for more stories.
A lighthearted anecdote notes Winston Churchill’s habit of catching trains at the last moment. Mrs. Churchill once quipped that he is a sportsman who always gives the train a chance to get away.
The Free Methodist Church announces a District Quarterly Meeting in Reblin from June 10 to 12. A Tent meeting near No 5 Highway runs June 12 to 26 with evangelist Rev. Ross Lloyd. Services 8 PM weekdays Sundays 11 AM and 7 PM, led by Rev. Wartman and Pastor Perry.
L. J. Mitchell of 406 East 5th Street has been elected president of the Vancouver Gradious Society. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Mitchell of Roblin, and congratulations are extended to Lawrence.
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