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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 24, 1946
Page
2
Editorial encourages teens to be themselves and think independently. It cites J P Fleischman urging courage to swim against the stream, comparing bold individuals to whales and urging value in personal conviction. It cautions against self aggrandizement and notes not to be a nuisance.
A motivational line urges embracing personal excellence over size or status. It frames success as being the best version of oneself rather than competing through grandeur or power.
A businessman recalls choosing an office boy from fifty by nonverbal cues. The candidate’s politeness, kindness, order, tidiness, and thoughtful actions showed character without written recommendations. The point: self推荐 should reflect daily conduct rather than boasts.
The poem in autograph books urges doing one's best in any role. It says not all can be a tree or captain, so be the best scrub, bush, or trail beside the hill and contribute sincerely. It emphasizes that everyone has work to do and must play their part.
The piece tours English rulers from William I through Edward I in a playful verse. It mentions Henry II and Becket, Richard I and the Crusades, John Magna Carta, Henry III era events, Simon de Montfort, and Edward I with Wales, Scotland, and events tied to battles and parliaments in a light rhyme.
A panel cartoon joke where Don asks why Dick stares at his plate. Jim replies that it’s due to the doctor’s orders to watch his diet.
A columnist notes a Knox United Church group meeting every Wednesday at 4 p m for youth aged nine to eleven to explore together. The club invites new members and hints at upcoming Hallowe'en parties with further details to follow.
Olive Jean Vipond and Raymond Schneider wed in Roblin United Church Manse with Helen Towes as bridesmaid and Joe Schneider as groomsman. The couple received congratulations from local families and held a wedding supper at the Don Davis residence.
Sympathy extended to Mrs. W Middleton in bereavement. Mrs Webb and children visited her mother Mrs Radford. A meeting at Mrs H Radford's home was well attended. Plans discussed for a bazaar on Nov 8 at Grand Narrows hall. Everyone invited to help make it a success.
The Deepdale column notes a Hallowe en dance at the school auditorium in Roblin on October 31. It reports on local visits, hospitalizations, baptisms, a well attended communion service, student singing contests, trips to Roblin events, and trips to the Roblin Teacher s convention. It lists community organizers and notes YPU conference registration in Roblin.
Jack Poucher left Saturday night for Winnipeg. Mr. and Mrs. J. Strike visit Winnipeg. Mrs. H. Cowan of St. Catharines visits her parents Mr. and Mrs. Ed Reed. Mrs. Ed Reed returns from Winnipeg hospital. John Poucher attends Manitoba Pool Elevator convention in Winnipeg. Mrs. R. Anderson of Brandon visits son Mr. J. Anderson.
The item records Mrs M Prosky and Harry attending a Winnipeg relative’s wedding with N Twerhun visiting as a son in law of Mr and Mrs M Michalevich. Councillor H Chick and Metro Sykes oversee road work aiming to link a gravel road to Roblin. Teachers Miss Yakimishyn and Miss Stephanow chaired a well attended Xmas tree concert fundraiser.
Adam Gregor visited with Ian Sangster on Friday. Mr. Barr of the SSB was in the district on business last week. Helen Pearson of Roblin spent Thanksgiving with relatives at Silverwood. Sympathy extended to Mr and Mrs Traub in their bereavement. Mrs J W Pearson and son Eric returned to Winnipeg after Thanksgiving. A large crowd attended Mattson’s sale despite stormy weather and cold. Goodwill workers helped all afternoon and were appreciated.
Gordon Makaroff Pound returned from the City Friday. Sympathy extends to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Traub and family after a bereavement. A church communion service was held Sunday night led by Rev. J. M. Taylor of Roblin who gave an address. A Y P A reorganization meeting formed a C G I T group for girls aged 12 to 16 with officers elected at the school.
The funeral for Harvey Traub, killed in a recent accident, was conducted by United Church lay minister C Simpson. A home service at 2 pm preceded the 2:30 pm church service, with a large turnout and many floral tributes. Pallbearers were Jim McGregor, Glen Arnott, Dave Lindsay, Ceril Boyce, Steve Beck, and Herb Henderson. burial followed in Makaroff cemetery.
Claire Mackie wed Mackie-Lyons in Winnipeg on October 12. Teachers attended a convention in Roblin and Minniska and Shoal Lake members attended nearby events. Catherine Jackson joined her sister’s wedding, Nick Kurliuk’s sister funeral in Winnipeg, with sympathies extended. Myra Shnider visited relatives in Boston. L. Rice and Edward McKay drove to Boggy Creek. Hugh Lamont married Donelda Jackson at Inglis United Church, will live in Minto Manitoba.
Inglis Branch No. 197 was instituted as a member branch of the Canadian Legion with district representatives Comrade Longman of Shoal Lake and Comrade Clement of Russell in the chairs. Installed officers include N. E. Donnelly as president and T. P. Pooley as first vice-president.
G Bulbuck and officers including A L McKay J W McKenzie H J Moster and others presided as visiting and local members spoke briefly in support of the order. About 25 members attended a lunch before President Donnelly closed the meeting at 11 45. Regular meetings will be held the 1st Monday each month.
Mrs R Weir and son Brian visit the Buick home. Doris Robin leaves for Toronto to attend university. The Roblin and Tummel Y.P. held a joint meeting with games and group discussions. Committees proposed a year long program including Mission envelopes and a specified Manitoba mission. A lunch, sing song and prayer ended the session.
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