03 Jul 1947
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Newspaper
Rossburn Review
Location
Rossburn, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 03, 1947
Page
1
The listing announces events titled Shorts and News running Thursday and Friday at 7 pm and Saturday at 7 and 9 pm. The schedule outlines showtimes and participation to guide attendees.
The Rossburn Review printed weekly from the Victoria Ave office under H J Bowley publisher. Notices detail subscription rates of Canada two dollars per year and U S two fifty per year. Notes recount social gatherings at Sam Warnocks with families, cards, sleigh rides, and hospitality.
The article recalls early community life around Rossburn with tales of home gatherings at the Stitt home, harvest feasts, and dances. It notes weddings such as Anne Jane Brown to John Sinclair in 1898, lavish three story wedding cake, and gifts including cows and linen. Christmas concerts at Mile Corner school and a Ten Cent Social follow, plus Hallowe en mischief and pranks by local youths.
Local notes report Wesley Strong confined to bed as his brothers visit Minnedosa and Birtle. Rossburn prepares for July 4 baseball at the fair grounds and notes new trucking service by Hryduk Bros. Various summer travels and church events include Ukrainian Orthodox service July 13 with a banquet to follow. School Board ash pile cleanup discussed as pride in grounds grows.
Forest Ranger on inspection north of town loses his clothes during flood while crossing a series of creeks. He ties clothes to his saddle to swim the mule across and finally reaches a farm house with other clothing. Mule and original garments status unclear.
A dog guarding a high pair of overshoes near the road three miles east of town drew police attention. The shoes were intact and no owner or witnesses could be found. The dog followed the car to town then lost interest with a howl. Anyone knowing about the dog in the last four to five days should notify The Review or police.
The Co-Operative Elevator District Convention drew 140 attendees with 135 staying for the banquet. Eight associations reported on local progress and social and financial advances. Mr McConnell spoke on income tax of pools with thorough, clear Federal tax explanation. Speeches were brief and to the point. The meeting adjourned for a banquet at six and reconvened at 7 20 for the evening session. A final vote of thanks ended the gathering.
Mr Frank Maydowik underwent an appendix operation at Rossburn hospital last Monday and is now home improving daily. Miss Gertie Conley travels to London for a short vacation. A few men from Clear Lake are installing a telephone in the National Park. Heavy rain caused river overflow and several bridges to break down. Nick Odgisky has completed teaching duties and left for home. The June 26 show at Mears hall was cancelled due to bad roads but will be rescheduled once roads are repaired. Born to Mr and Mrs Alex Komber a daughter at Rossburn hospital.
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