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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 06, 1922
Page
2
The issue announces the Thursday edition from Main Street Russell with annual rates of 1.50 in advance and 2.00 outside Canada. Publisher Joseph McIntyre signs the release.
Col Porter reports strong interest in migrating to Western Canada aided by round trip rail fares and government exhibits. He notes many tenant farmers from Iowa Kansas Minnesota Nebraska and the Dakotas plan to move, bringing tools cattle and household goods. Cooperation from Western Canadian communities and organized boards of trade is urged to assist settlers arriving across the border.
George Jones of California borrowed 160 dollars for three months at ten percent interest compounded monthly. After 25 years a court finds he owes Henry R. Stuart 304 840 332 912 685 15 dollars. Experts say the huge claim reflects compounding under the relevant law.
A fragment notes that accrued interest, when compounded, is acceptable if collection is possible, citing a Boston Transcript context. The line reflects a financial stance on debt recovery and the value of compounded interest.
Species of birds never seen in this part of the country have taken up their abode in Wascana Park and in the trees around the Parliament buildings. The sighting signals a notable shift in local avifauna.
Parks charged rail magnates drive high operation costs, citing 1917 figures for 43 executives and firms earning 40 000 to 120 732 annually and 57 officials paid 20 000 to 30 000. Incomes from other sources not included.
The Tribune argues Manitoba faces a general election among Farmers Liberal Conservative and Labor parties. It says new conditions demand strong men across all groups, as old parties fail to offer clear policy and the electorate must carefully choose candidates in every constituency.
A 1922 letter to The Banner disputes Dora Swain's view of soul and death, arguing Adam and Eve retained body and soul post disobedience. It cites Romans and Ephesians to claim death is spiritual, not literal, and discusses resurrection, eternal punishment, and humanity's relation to God.
In this letter the author disputes Joseph Russell's status as a modern prophet, citing Deuteronomy 18 22 and 2 Peter 1 20. The writer urges readers to abandon Russell's writings and study the Bible with the Holy Spirit to avoid private interpretation.
In loving memory of Susan wife of Robert Bowler who died April 1 1918. Gone from us but not forgotten. Sweetest thoughts linger round her grave. The bowers may wither but the love for her remains. From husband daughter son in law and grandchildren.
The article urges fixing Easter to a single date, proposing the end of March or the first Sunday in April as ideal, to avoid disrupting terms and holidays and to aid both public life and church observance. It notes the vexing pagan origins and widespread support for a standard date. A separate notice reminds readers to file Income Tax returns by April.
Workshop in drug office opposite Union Bank advertises quality workmanship and prompt service. E Leech offers moderate terms and solid reliability for repairs and related tasks.
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