Whitewater Lake goose sighting sparks regional travel note
A hunting season-like survey along Highway 45 notes little harvest progress toward 1983, then shifts to a weekend trip to Whitewater Lake near Turtle Mountains. Thousands of snow geese and honkers flock over fields and lake, offering a rare view for sports-minded travelers. The column recalls local obituaries, weather trends, and a century-old Oakburn blacksmith sign, closing with a plan to mark rural schools on the upcoming 100th anniversary.
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Erickson Corner
Rossburn
Whitewater Lake
Riding Mountain Park
Turtle Mountains
Deloraine
Whitewater
Walter Armstrong
John Groshak
Groshak
Menzie
Oakburn
Rossburn Centennial Committee Seeks Help for 1984 Events
The Rossburn Centennial Committee calls on citizens and organizations to join the planning of pioneer commemorations for 1984. A meeting is set for November 3 at 8:00 PM to organize activities and ensure broad participation.
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Rossburn
Killarney mock disaster highlights gaps and needs
A recent mock disaster at Killarney tested community response to mass casualties, revealing shortages of blankets for ambulances and hospitals. Manitoba Premier Howard Pawley and other officials met with councils in Neepawa, Birtle, Boissevain, Russell, and Roblin to hear local concerns. The report also notes regional farm and auction activity and a lighthearted birth joke from a hospital corridor.
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Killarney
Manitoba
Howard Pawley
Neepawa
Birtle
Boissevain, Russell
Roblin
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