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Newspaper
Rossburn Review
Location
Rossburn, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 27, 1956
Page
2
The Rossburn cemetery committee closes a season noting strong donations from distant donors and positive visitor comments. Wm Brown continues caretaking with thanks to the Rossburn Review for printing the report. Treasurer R N Hutton and secretary J G Stitt acknowledge donors including Reg Brown and E E Strong among others.
Winnipeg hinges on local option as R N Halstead urges mature voter responsibility. He notes diverse backgrounds and locations prevent a uniform system and says communities must tailor outlets to fit population and economy. The new act aims for citizen cooperation with police to enforce it. 49 of 190 Manitoba municipalities have given official notice.
Danyleyko, presiding minister, frames the event as a response to materialism and aims to fortify community spiritual morale. Sessions run three days at the new Kingdom Hall with a public talk on Armageddon, inviting all to attend.
John Bucklaschuk received a $400 scholarship from the University of Manitoba. He will attend the university and pursue a science course as part of his award commitment.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs John Tryhuk at Rossburn Hospital on September 20 1956. The event adds to the family in the local community.
Red Cross reports 42 597 blood bottles distributed in the year with 29 924 to Winnipeg hospitals and the rest to other Manitoba and north west Ontario hospitals. Banks may manage their own cross matching or rely on Red Cross technicians. Parachute drops and RCMP delivery are listed as emergency options. Ice packed metal lined cases ensure blood remains viable during transit.
Mr and Mrs Wm Shermeta hosted relatives and friends at a Saturday September 22 dinner at their home in honor of son Terry and daughter in law Viola visiting from New Westminster BC A purse of money and other gifts were presented at the close and thanks were given for the gifts and attendance.
The Shoa Lake Hospital District Governing Board rejected all tenders after finding estimates too high. Negotiations will occur for the Rossburn Hospital with two Winnipeg bidders, Joe's Construction and Bergman Construction, with bids near 53 000 and 55 000 dollars.
The 86 year old Whitfield Huston pioneer educator and public benefactor was buried in Spy Hill cemetery after a funeral at the United Church officiated by Rev. W. Adamson and Rev. C. McClellan. A mixed choir performed Near to Heart of God and pallbearers included Arnot Greer Frank Carter John Odgers Ingie Olafson John Voysey and A. R. Plewes. Huston born near St Mary Ontario in 1869 came to Pilot Mound Manitoba in 1889 and helped establish the Harmony Colony co op. He later served as Spy Hill Rural Municipality Secretary and Wheat Pool delegate before his death. Continued On Page 8
OSSBURN The Hospital Aid held its regular meeting at the home of Mrs. E Caldwell with 10 members present. A tea and shower were planned for October and mending duties will be handled by the United Church W A in October.
A bridal party Sunday evening honored Evelyn Raginski and her fiancé Harvey Raven of Austin Manitoba. Evelyn received a corsage and linen gifts while guests opened parcels. Speakers gave toasts and gifts included a purse of money for Harvey Raven. Community singing and a luncheon followed. hostesses included Mrs. Sam Pachkowski and Mrs. Nick Chopp.
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