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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 03, 1975
Page
3
Brandon University announced the John and Olive Diefenbaker Scholarship for Canadian history has been awarded to Robert Campbell for The History of the Canadian West. He will pursue theological studies at Emmanuel College in Toronto.
Around 6 00 p m Thursday Aug 28 a hydro pole with transformer street light and wires on hospital street between the Hilland and Harris homes toppled onto the Harris driveway. The top live wire burned a strip in the Harris lawn though the pole looked sound. No injuries reported as children had left the area minutes earlier.
An optimistic Winnipeg column argues Canada isn’t as bleak as some claim while a pessimist counters. Deputy Mayor Bernie Wolfe proclaims his high value, praising bold self-promotion as a model. The piece quips about needing more Henry Kissingers on rival teams to influence outcomes.
The finance committee approved operating expenses of 16796.40 and a construction budget of 108155.55. James Stewart reported problem areas including storage space for contractor sub-trades and a cement supply disruption. The board plans to buy two one car garages and will order ttyndall stone for the exterior after bricks of the wrong type were delivered. The board also granted temporary privileges and space to Dr. S Lee in Roblin.
A home economist guide promotes sausage as a versatile nutritious lunchbox option. Recipes include sandwiches with different breads, wrap-ups, egg salad rolls, and sausage in beans or spaghetti. The note offers a recipe booklet from Union Carbide Canada Limited, Willowdale Ontario.
Andrew Currie official opened the Park Street elderly housing project in Roblin on Tuesday August 26 1975 at 7 00 pm. The event included officials Saul Miller Fred Newton and Barney Donson. Graham Mitchell received the keys as Manitoba Housing highlights 1089 existing and 313 units under construction.
Mr and Mrs Lawrence Andrews of Roblin announce the engagement of their daughter Dale Elaine to Frank David Hudzinski of Roblin. The wedding is set for September 27 1975 at Roblin Knox United Church at 3 00 pm DST.
Mrs. C. McCrea reports attended by Clifford Chuts koff and Glenda Draper wedding in Yorkton with guests Franklin Howe Weyburn Rodney McFadyen Seven Sisters Falls Bridgette Precour St Francois Xavier Lynn McFadyen Swan River Donna Cranwell Swan River. Steve Kurchak Lydia flew to Vancouver for Hersak daughter wedding. Dauphin Collegiate Cond erette reunion drew 12 of 28. Walter Arndt home hosted many from Brandon La Ronge The Pas names listed.
The Roblin Nursery School executive met on August 25 and decided to continue this year. Up to 30 toilet trained preschoolers may enroll, with classes two hours in the morning twice weekly. The school is incorporated and seeks a government startup grant. if approved, a supervisor and two helpers will be hired. Registration is September 12 in the United Church basement.
Inter Mountain School Division board and Local 1685 CUPE reach a tentative 1975 76 contract after a marathon negotiating session ending at 4 30 AM. Ratification hoped by week end. terms will be public once approved. Board installs gasoline pumps at Grandview and ones at all centers. fuel prices set.
A court docket lists cases before Magistrates and Judges including speeding illegal liquor possession failing to stop at a traffic device and impaired driving. Notable fines range from 14.25 to 250.00 with suspensions probation and restitution in several matters.
Mrs Gladys Dingle reported an unidentified flying object over Roblin on Tuesday night August 26. It was a weather balloon emitting a bright light, later found by Henry Makinson 15 miles east of Roblin in a wheat field. The radiosonde balloon carries sensors for temperature pressure and humidity and was released by the Atmospheric Environment Service Canada.
An electrical storm damaged the Baldy Mountain broadcasting equipment, wiping out CBC TV across the area. A temporary setup from Brandon will beam a weak signal to Dauphin via Baldy Mountain tower in about ten days, with Swan River still out of reach.
A busy weekend as local youths depart for universities and colleges to continue education. Visits unfold at homes of Currey Pavlovic Kruger Lucier and numerous relatives across Manitoba Ontario and British Columbia with extended family gatherings and Hydro tour to Gillam area.
Roblin Meals on Wheels held its July meeting at the Drop-In to review meal delivery containers. Five volunteers deliver meals noon on Mond ay, Wednesd ay, and Friday for two weeks every six months, with overall positive recipient feedback.
Canada Manpower sponsored winter training for farmers returns with two courses in Roblin district Farm Business Planning starting November 24 1975 and a Beef Course starting February 2 1976 Inquiries and applications are at the office Full course details will be advertised later Toadflax called Butter and Eggs discussed by editor noted as a local plant with gardening and weed control tips A black summer fallow program helps farmers manage it Pamphlets available at the office Thoughts for the Week reflects on time being one with today.
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