Freedom and democracy praised by Rosa Luxemburg and editors
A long reflection on freedom of expression and the press cites Rosa Luxemburg and Dr. William Ivens. It lauds Stuart Shaw for his press freedom definition and argues Canada must guard against gagging voices while supporting open debate and democratic progress.
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Rosa Luxemburg
William Ivens
Winnipeg
Canada
Stuart Shaw
Edmonton Journal
Mr. Shaw
Mr. Ivens
The Grain Exchange Fades From Canadian Economics
A critical column denounces the grain exchange as an outworn idea and a parasitic relic. The writer mocks its advertisements and claims the exchange is finished and indefensible, having earned its way into the limbo of forgotten things. The piece asserts the exchange defeats itself without external arguments.
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Farmer
Canada
Zapilitny To Contest Seat For CCF At Dauphin Nominating
Zapilitny, CCF member of parliament for Dauphin since 1945, named to run again at the Cooperative Commonwealth Federation federal nominating convention in Dauphin town hall on Monday afternoon, October 18. Gladys Strum M P urged political action for personal security, citing Saskatchewan health laws hospital insurance farm security and labor statutes. School children will collect for the Junior Red Cross on Halloween night, carrying white boxes with red crosses to gather coins.
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Fred S. Zapiitny
CCF
Dauphin
Co-operative Commonwealth Federation
Gladys Strum
Qu’Appelle
Sask
Politico
Saskatchewan
Hallowen’en
Gr. I and IV
Red Cross
Hallowe'en
Tomorrow Will Be Better by Betty Smith
Library notes preview Betty Smith's new Brooklyn novel about Margy Shannon a hopeful young woman seeking first job and happiness. Readers are invited to borrow during Friday hours 8 to 5 p.m.
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Brooklyn
Betty Smith
Margy Shannon
Margy
Eastern Star entertains members in Winnipeg sendoffs
Members of the Eastern Star gathered Friday at Mr. and Mrs. I. L. Mitchell home. Honored guests Mr. and Mrs. L. Larson prepare to move to Winnipeg and Mrs. A. Yeo plans a Vancouver winter visit. The evening featured novelty whist won by Mr. H. Maslove, a dainty lunch, farewell gifts, and songs for the Mitchells 39th anniversary upcoming Monday.
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Eastern Star
I. L. Mitchell
L. Larson
Winnipeg
A. Yeo
Vancouver
H. Maslove
C. Peterson
J. L. Mitchell
The Bolatile of Right and Werong
Those who deny responsibility shrink from duty and seek safety in retreat. Pursuit of neutrality in conflict is warned against as moral failure and risk.
Community Hall For Roblin Meeting Called
A big public meeting will be held at the rink on Thursday evening November 18 to decide the question of a community hall for Roblin. Citizens and young people of Roblin and surrounding districts are urged to attend.
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Roblin
Credit Unions in Canada Grow Since 1939 Boom
Since 1939 Canadian provinces enabled credit unions to incorporate the number of these cooperatives tripled and membership quintupled while assets rose tenfold. By 1947 there were 2,546 credit unions with 775,129 members and 220.5 million dollars in assets. The report notes $34.8 million in shares and $174.1 million in deposits, with 80.2 million lent among members.
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Canada
Dominion Department of Agriculture
J. E. O'Meara
Emil Luchuk Wins Ward Three Council Seat
Emil Luchuk defeats James Stewart at Ward Three polls 139 to 135. Stewart sought re election after a two year term. Luchuk joins the council as a newcomer with Ward 3 residents backing him for the next two years.
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Emil Luchuk
James Stewart
Luchuk
Stewart
Roblin
Halldorson Wins Ward 2 Trustee in Goose Lake District
Harold Halldorson led the two man race for Goose Lake Consolidated School District Ward 2 trustee with 105 votes. John Collins trailed with 5 votes in his first municipal bid, while Halldorson is a veteran challenger who faced retiree I L Mitchell two years ago.
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Harold Halldorson
Goose Lake Consolidated
Halldorson
John Collins
I. L. Mitchell
Collins
Nastrom Wins Ward 3 Council Seat Over Holunya
R. M. Boulton reports Jack Nastrom is the victor in Ward 3 council race, defeating former member W. Holunya to secure the seat.
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R. M. Boulton
Jack Nastrom
Boulton
W. Holunya
Congratulatory Note Honors Municipal Office Candidates
The message praises successful candidates and also acknowledges defeated ones. It states the steadfast interest in municipal affairs bodes well for the future and commends all candidates for their efforts.
Rural Municipality of Shell River Tax Lien Auction Notice
By warrant issued by the Reeve of the Rural Municipality of Shell River Manitoba the secretary treasurer warns that unpaid arrears of taxes and costs will lead to a public auction. On December 1 1948 at 2 PM in the Roblin council chamber the lands described will be sold to cover the delinquent taxes unless paid beforehand.
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Shell River
Manitoba
Roblin
Cromarty Women’s Association October Meeting Report
The Cromarty Women’s Association met at Mrs. Essinger’s home with strong attendance. Materials were distributed to prepare for the spring sale of work. A light lunch and chat closed the gathering. The November meeting will be hosted by Mrs. J. Fyffe.
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Cromarty
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W. L. Belton
Gladstone, Manitoba
the Grain Exchange
Library Notes
Eastern Star Entertain
Little Man's Loans
Goose Lake
Miriam V. Jupe
S.W
N.W
N.E
S.E
Makaroff
Government OF
Prairie Provinces
Minnesota
California
United States
National Grain Pioneers
Cataday
Comenton
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