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Newspaper
Rossburn Review
Location
Rossburn, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 02, 1957
Page
2
A reader disputes a parliamentarian’s claim that farming is in better shape in Canada, arguing the opposite as farmers’ incomes shrink without a clear farm policy. The writer labels Gardiner as evasive and untruthful, accusing him of smoke screens and double talk while agriculture declines.
Rossburn Hospital reports 42 patients treated in April with an average of 7.4 daily. An upcoming Polio Clinic is set for May 9 at the Rossburn Town Hall from 2 pm to 4 30 pm. Second needles for children 6 months to 5 years and immunization for expectant mothers with doctor permission. A donation from Mrs. L Dun Canada helps hospital aid raffle items displayed for sale to raise funds.
About 296,000 Manitoba drivers will receive licence renewal forms in coming weeks ahead of a new two year license cycle. The rollout signals the start of active renewal for motorists and outlines expected timelines and eligibility requirements.
The Rossburn District Hospital Aid met at Mrs. Nancy Andrew's home with 9 members present. A Bingo at the Town Hall on June 1 draws raffle tickets now on sale. blackout prize is an electric frying pan. Donations for prizes welcome through May 25 at J. D. Andrew's. May mending by members. next meeting May 27 at 8 p.m. at Mrs. Jessie Caldwell's home.
Mrs John Anderson died at Sacred Heart hospital and funeral services were conducted April 11 at Melita United Church. Rev I McMillen officiated with interment at Melita cemetery. Survived by husband, three granddaughters, one great grandchild, sister and brother.
Hon. C. L. Shuttleworth says many will use the mail order system to obtain new licences. Drivers may apply at 818 Portage Avenue or at the 108 licence agencies in the province. Fees remain $2 for driver licences and $4 for chauffeur licences for a two year period.
A local taxpayer letter urges residents to stop petty disputes over Boundary and Valley roads. It calls for uniting to open the Boundary road this summer and criticizes wasted efforts and endless petitions, noting the era has changed since 1920s. It argues for practical road improvement and prudent use of funds and grants.
Wasyl Zosiuk died Friday at St. Boniface Hospital at age 75. Funeral held Monday from Ukrainian Catholic Church in Rossburn. He lived on the farm with his son Matt. Rae's Funeral Home handled arrangements.
A Winnipeg couple Mr and Mrs Ska vinski surprise their uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Skavinski in Port Arthur Ontario after ten years apart. Easter weekend was spent reminiscing. A letter from E R Finch in Victoria BC notes spring in Kenora Ontario, with ideal weather and summer visitor bouts resuming.
Rossburn farm union heard district director Wm Shwaluke speak on farming challenges. grain marketing, import subsidies, parity prices via deficiency payments, and Ottawa influence. He urged broader power in Ottawa and cautioned on amalgamation with MFAC directors. Election of officers postponed to next meeting.
Ted Stevens and a small crew endure extreme cold and wet conditions during a three month Monk Lake operation in Manitoba. The 70 mile survey underpins the Local Government District of Monk Lake and plans for forestry roads power sites camps cottage lots and hydro projects while gathering game, water data and land settlement details.
John N. Mandziuk a 55 year old Oakburn lawyer was chosen as Progressive Conservative candidate for the Marquette Federal Constituency at a nominating rally in the Shoal Lake Theatre. He will run against Hon Stuart Garson whose renomination was held at a Shoal Lake Liberal convention. A Social Credit candidate may be named at Strathclair convention next Wednesday.
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