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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 25, 1952
Page
1
The article argues that in democracies the majority does not always rule due to non voting electors. It cites federal provincial civic elections where turnout falls far short of eligible voters and notes Winnipeg’s civic ward where turnout, while highest in the city, still leaves a large share without a say in local governance.
The Roblin council delayed its Sept 1952 meeting to Sept 10 due to councillors' absence. Minutes from Aug 6 were adopted and payments approved to Manitoba Power, Brandon O F Home, Roblin Review, Panther Oil, Westeel, and others. a building permit for Ferdinand Hack garage was granted. a resolution ordered the George Pitz planning mill to close by year end 1952.
Roblin plans its inaugural Red Cross blood donor clinic on October 22 at Roblin Memorial Hall from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Douglas Stewart, Red Cross Manitoba director, announced the effort during a recent visit. Local organizers Allan Martin and I. L. Mitchell supervise arrangements as donors learn they give to fellow Canadians to aid hospitals, with the goal of saving lives through immediate blood supply. Residents aged 18 to 65 are urged to register via cards or through Mitchell or Martin.
A civil defense group is listed with sections and personnel including Mayor W Ford, Civil Defense Chief Leslie Spear, secretary R P Jakeman, RCMP section chief Bogie, engineers A Romany, councilors W Cross and George Fisher, and Rescue Welfare staff led by Dr A W Large and Dr A Orke among others.
A miscellaneous shower at Mrs. C. Lun an s home honored Miss Doris Bennett, bride-elect for September 25. Doris received many gifts and thanked friends before a luncheon. A public health note urges awareness of early cancer symptoms to seek medical aid and support the fight cancer campaign.
The Mak aroff Garden Club held its Achievement Day in the rink lobby with 24 of 28 members displaying vegetables judged by W.R. Scott of Roblin. Awards listed by year include Beets Audrey Pound Ronny Wilson Eric Pound and many other produce categories with multiple winners per entry. On Sept 17 the Deepdale Garden Club held its first Achievement Day with judge E Woome era and show organized by Mrs C Ayer and others. results feature Calendula Peter Mainyk Judy Ward Sophie Barnosky Carroll Judy Ward Pauline Yankowski Barbara Wallace.
A fragmented list mentions Garth McKenzie Peter Malynk Pauline Yankowski Mar ney Jolliffee Mike Barnoski and others associated with onions pickling parsnips. Readable items include Heather McKenzie Judy Ward Eugene Taylor and Peter Matnyk linked to various produce tasks.
The Manitoba Power Commission reports August expansions adding 416 new customers including 355 farms in Dufferin Thompson Russell Silver Creek Harrison and Clanwilliam. New service reaches St Clement s Brokenhead Alexander Ethelbert Birtle Shoal Lake Franklin Gilbert Plains and Grand Marais later this year with a Gull Lake substation already in operation and a 18 percent rise in August 400 kilowatt hours to 29 088 400.
The article surveys potato storage options from straw pits to root cellars, emphasizing moisture control and ventilation. It notes 33-38 F for seed stock and 38-42 F for table stock, warns against basement storage, and suggests using ventilated, partially underground cellars with slatted bins and a false floor for air flow.
The bulletin warns against stacking potatoes in deep bins and stresses layering about one foot, avoiding light, and sorting bruised or diseased tubers. It notes storage rats may appear after three weeks and infected tubers must be discarded. Also, the Dauphin Arena hosts a Sheep and Swine Show and Sale on October 27 28 with entry forms from John Connor Winnipeg.
A quip on marriage compares it to work with a boss, noting ease comes from liking the boss. It also asserts character equals who you are while reputation reflects what you are caught doing.
Bible Sunday will be observed at United Churches in Tummel Deepdale and Roblin on Sunday September 28 with services at 11 a.m. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. The event will celebrate the New Standard Revised Version of the Bible which will soon be on sale in all bookstores.
The September meeting of the Ladies Aid of the United Church met at Mrs. Souter's home with 17 members and one visitor present. Mrs. Newton read the scripture. Mrs. Mitchell led the lesson. Mrs. Martin, president, led prayer. Cards of sympathy and get well were sent. The next meeting is Friday October 3 at Mrs. H R Mitchell's home.
Under the auspices of Evan geline Rebekah Lodge a tag day in aid of the blind will be held in Roblin on Saturday Sept 27 Your support will be appreciated.
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