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Newspaper
Rossburn Review
Location
Rossburn, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 24, 1964
Page
5
Mrs. Les Hamilton drew the winning ticket at McLeods Store on Tuesday afternoon for the Electric Car Racing Game. The text notes several family visits and hospital news including Mrs. Gertie Ewasiuk’s recovery and Zane Luhowy’s hospital stay.
Mrs Gertrude Ewasiuk expresses gratitude for cards and visits during illness and thanks the Catholic Women's League for a fruit basket. Special thanks to Dr Dobson and the nursing staff.
In loving memory of my dear husband and father Peter Baydak who died January 1 1964. Always a thought and many memories for one we miss and loved so dear. The sudden way you had to die brings regret. Lovingly remembered by wife Pearl and son Harvey.
In loving memory of Matt Charney who died December 28 1958 his thoughts were always with us and he is watched over by angels. His wife Julia children and grandchildren recall him with love and sorrow and keep him in their hearts.
Matt and Lena Shwaluke express deep gratitude to relatives and friends for the lovely housewarming party and beautiful gift, wishing it to be remembered. They thank everyone once more for their kindness and support.
Tenders required by the R M of Rossburn for a second patrol operator who can repair, live near work and commence Jan 1 1965. Tenders close Dec 29. Also bids per bushel for unloading annexes at Birdtail Pool Elevators for 1965 due by Jan 11 1965. Tenders for fuel oil to Rossburn School for 1965 due Dec 24 1964. Lowest tender not guaranteed.
A Binge will be held at the Ukr National Home Oakburn on Monday December 28. Fifteen valuable games on main cards 75 cents extra cards 25 cents. Sponsored by Ukr Women's Assoc of Oakburn. Come one come all for fun. New Year's Eve Dance in Rossburn Town Hall sponsored by Rossburn Agr Society good music. Adm one dollar.
For rent an office space heated and located in Nick's Store. Apply Nick Stupinsky at 31 in Rossburn Manitoba.
PAT PRESENTS by Patricia McAuley encourages families to cherish Christmas memories built around togetherness. It suggests recalling childhood traditions, baking and decorating with loved ones, and keeping the holiday’s true meaning through church services carols and storytelling. Best wishes for a memorable season.
Steve and Ann Maydaniuk express deep appreciation to organizers and attendees of their last Friday house warming and to those unable to attend. They thank everyone again for the lovely gift.
The Postmaster and staff express gratitude to the public for their cooperation during the Christmas season. The message emphasizes appreciation for orderly mail service and community support throughout the holiday period.
Brown mare about five years old with a long tail went missing about a week ago. Finder should contact Paul Dushnitsky or Harvey Yanick at the Oakburn area. Phone number 387 provided.
The piece surveys old Yuletide beliefs across Canada England and Europe. It notes deer praying in Canada India belief of deer kneeling, bees singing in hive at midnight in England, a girl choosing a straight stick for good husband in Europe, farmers giving torches for processions, and German lore that water turns to wind before midnight on Christmas Eve.
The Christmas festival began as Christ's Mass in the fourth century. It shifted from celebrating deaths to honoring Christ's birth, with the date chosen by the church. Over time gift giving emerged, inspired by the Three Kings who followed a guiding star to the manger.
A brief guide notes Christmas greens can brighten a home with properly clipped branches. Hemlock red cedar juniper yew pitch pine and white pine provide suitable spray materials for mantles decor or newel post decorations, while pruning should preserve the tree’s natural appearance.
The article reflects on St Nicholas dying around 345 A.D. and his spirit roaming for three days after his festival, spreading love and generosity as the true Christmas spirit.
The rosemary shrub linked to fidelity is tied to Christmas lore and Ophelia’s remark on remembrance. Legends claim rosemary hid the Virgin Mary from Herod’s soldiers and covered Mary’s blue cloak during the flight to Egypt, linking the herb to holy memory and ritual.
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