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Newspaper
Rossburn Review
Location
Rossburn, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 24, 1948
Page
3
The Rossburn Review announces a move to a larger four page format with national items to be published for the benefit of readers. Plans include expanded office space of 12 by 24 feet and a July 22 start date for the new style, aiming to better serve advertisers and the public.
Last Thursday and Saturday saw considerable work at Stuart's Lake to tidy the area. Another cleanup bee will be held on Thursday and Saturday afternoon this week. If possible, plan to lend assistance. Sunday, July 4th has been set as the official date. Watch for bills for further particulars.
Mr Nathan Unickow and Mr Michael Mychalyshyn were business visitors in Winnipeg last week. Mr and Mrs Stanley Anton and family attended Olga Teresko's wedding in Brandon last Sunday June 20. Mrs Ross of Moose Jaw visited her daughter in town with granddaughter. Lake Audy attracts Oakburn residents for Sunday fishing and catfish catches.
Mrs. John Copeland and family of Gilbert Plains visit relatives in the district. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Plante with Mr. and Mrs. W. Young of Vista spent Sunday at Cleatake. Birdtail district extends sympathy to Dr and Mrs Shaver. Mr. and Mrs Rowat Veiten left Saturday for Elkhorn to visit the Tatters and Mr. and Mrs Walker for a few days.
The Rossburn Consumers Co-op held its annual meeting at the Town Hall on Tuesday June 15 with about seventy members attending. Art Benge of Manitoba Co-operative Ltd reviewed the financial statement showing sales of $82 559 for the year, up 40 percent from the prior year. Membership stands at 307 up from 245. The group set a strict 20 day credit and aims to reach a $100 000 turnover, with directors president and manager reports reviewed. Lunch and ice cream ended an enthusiastic evening.
Wilma Mae Alexander of Vista married Dak Franklin Atkinson of Winnipeg at Young United Church on Saturday June 12. Rev Donnelly officiated with Pauline Greenway as matron of honor and Muriel Alexander as brides maid. Reception followed at St James Hall and the couple left for a Banff honeymoon.
Field Day results explain the trophy winner by total points divided by total competitors, yielding a final score. The method clarifies how the winner was determined and settles any argument over the final tally.
Ward Robert Shaver aged 24 died at Rossburn Hospital on Saturday June 19. Born in Winnipeg November 20 1945 he moved to Rossburn with his parents in 1946. Funeral services were held in Winnipeg on Tuesday June 22.
Mrs. R. Cowan of Russell and relatives are mentioned across a week of social visits. Many locals travel to Winnipeg for events and a Grain Growers show is praised. The piece records family visits, weekend trips, and a wedding in Winnipeg, with names including the Hamiltons Hay and Millers.
The Salvation Army holds a tag day in Rossburn on Saturday June 26 to raise funds for the organization. Donations may be left with J. G. Stitt who coordinates the effort.
The Rossburn Review announces Oliver Hodge as publisher with authorization under Post Office Department rules for second class mail in Ottawa. This notice records official designation and mailing status for local and regional distribution.
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