17 Oct 1963
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Newspaper
Rossburn Review
Location
Rossburn, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 17, 1963
Page
1
On Wednesday October 23 Ward Three voters in the R M Rossburn will choose between Joe Borowski and Mike Gawryluk for councillor. Retiring councillor Mike Pawluk leaves the field as residents of Rossburn also vote in a referendum on liquor licenses for restaurants beverage rooms and dining rooms.
The October Vista Women’s Institute meeting at Mrs. V. Halliday’s home drew 10 members and 2 visitors. Boxes for cancer research donations were arranged in local stores, and used clothing will be sent abroad via the Unitarian Service Committee. Contributions may be left with Mrs. Edith Young by month’s end. members heard a report from Mrs. Nettie Hrysak on the W I Board Meeting and admired cake decorating by Mrs. Anne Drozda. A community lunch followed hosted by Halliday with assistance.
The Ukrainian Women’s Association branch of Oakburn held its regular monthly meeting on October 3 with 17 members present. President Mrs. P. D. Kowal opened the session, minutes were read and adopted, literature from the head office was distributed, and plans were set for a Thanksgiving service on October 14, a Fowl Supper on October 24, and the annual meeting November 7 at 8 p.m. Mrs. Kowal thanked members for flowers, cards, and a gift for her newborn son. The gathering adjourned with a raffle won by Mrs. John Krysowaty.
Neighbors gathered at the farm of James Lillie who is a patient in the hospital and helped haul and stack about 2000 bales of hay to ease farm work while he recovers.
In the letter, residents defend a forthcoming local option vote on mixed drinks for Rossburn, noting improved facilities and sociable behavior in communities where such changes passed. Citing Alberta and Saskatchewan studies, the writer claims no rise in overall consumption and better leisure drinking patterns with licensed premises.
A series of bridal showers and related events honor Janice Johnston a bride elect of October 12. Hostesses include Norma Porter Gwen Phillips Mrs Perry Killick Mrs Edna Cameron and Mrs Lorna Veitch among others. Attendees and gift presentations noted with detailed decor and guest book entries in Winnipeg area events.
Elsie Bucklaschuk bride-elect for October 26 was feted at a Miscellaneous Shower on October 13 in the Parish Hall. Cousin Lynda Lyall led her to a decorated chair. attendees included her mother and the bridegroom’s god-mother Mrs Pete Boychuk. 79 ladies signed the guest book as gifts were opened and thanked.
The 1st Rossburn Scout Troop resumes activities after summer with an officer election same as last year and a Court of Honor decision to sell annual calendars. A car wash is set for Saturday October 19 at Slons Garage and the People's Store from 1 to 4 pm, $1 per car. Money raised funds scouting equipment.
The Mayor and Town Council have allowed the Kindergarten Committee to use the Town Hall basement for classes. A small rent fee will be charged. Classes start Monday October 21 at 1 30 pm with registration at 1 15 pm. Open to all five year old preschoolers.
A 4H Leaders Workshop took place at Shoal Lake on Oct 1 led by Evelyn Sutton 4H specialist she described new 4 H Sewing Handicraft Interior Decorating and Cooking Courses for girls aged 10 to 21 Rossburn leaders in attendance included Mrs H McKnight Mrs H Werbowski Mrs A Sawchuk and Mrs L C Johnston.
Mr Nickolas Mankir aged 73 died at Rossburn Hospital on Tuesday October 8 after a short illness. Born in western Ukraine he emigrated to Canada in 1910 and farmed near Mears before retiring to Rossburn in 1954. Survived by wife Mary two sons John of Winnipeg and Bill of Rossburn a daughter Anne Sylvestre of Grand Rapids Man and four grandchildren. Funeral held Saturday October 12 from Rossburn Ukrainian Greek Orthodox Church with burial in Gr Orthodox Cemetery. Pallbearers were Morris Michalchuk L McMillan Mike Ternovetsky Annie Sylvestre Dan Zurwell and Leo Gensorek. Rae's Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
A mid summer weather stretch brings warm sun and mild nights across western Manitoba. The Fishing Lake resort golf course saw 40 golfers post on Sunday as residents enjoy the season. Temperatures range from mid 60s to upper 70s with highs around 78 and nightly lows near 44 to 52 across Oct 11 to Oct 17.
Rossburn High lost to Russell High 33 to 6 on September 27 with Ricky Hamilton scoring the lone Rossburn touchdown. Oakburn and Elphinstone also defeated Rossburn in separate games. The Rossburn girls volleyball team suffered defeats from Elphinstone and Oakburn, with another loss to Oakburn on October 15.
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