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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 10, 1952
Page
1
Russell Chamber of Commerce voiced opposition to the railways oil freight agreement and a Regina based distribution scheme. Members questioned rate cuts on gasoline and oils and warned reduced costs may not reach consumers as truckers face competitive pressure.
Forty five Kiwanis members and guests in Rivers gathered April 2 for a program led by the Rivers club. Capt. Charles Taggart, camera and intelligence officer at the Canadian Joint Air Training Centre, spoke on photography in warfare and civilian mapping, with World War II examples and details on air photo techniques. The event included a dinner, musical numbers, and thanks from club officials before departure.
Next week April 15 to 30 marks the annual Red Cross fundraising drive in Russell. Canvassers plan a house to house push with six town blocks slated for division among organizations and individuals including Chamber of Commerce. Depots at the Royal Bank and post office will accept donations.
People of Russell and district will gather in their churches on Easter Sunday to hear messages of inspiration and comfort. At St. Josephs Catholic church two services on Thursday and two on Good Friday with High Mass at 10 am. Christ Anglican Church Rev. Salmon will officiate. United Church will feature special Easter music at Good Friday and Easter services. New members will be received and a new elder installed.
Francis Thomas Matheson a Russell pioneer and curling figure died at his Winnipeg home on April 1. He was 79. Born in Ingersoll Ontario he moved to Russell in 1894 and ran a harness shop for 40 years. He retired to Winnipeg in 1947 and served on Russell town council. He married Martha McDonagh in 1901 and is survived by his widow two sons and three brothers. He was famed in curling with Empire trophies in 1906 and 1907 and the International trophy in 1913.
A dinner at Smitty's Grill Friday evening treated members of the Intermediate hockey team and officials. Jack Thom presented Mrs. Smith with a bouquet on behalf of the club, referees, and managers, in appreciation for the meal. Guests included Jack Thom, Larry Glasman, Bob White, Jim Gillespie, Nick Parasuik, Lyle Pierpoint, Art Nichol, Elgin Wishart, Bob Thom, Jim Langford, and Jack Fenton.
The church celebrates Easter with the Resurrection of Christ as the cornerstone of faith. Amid global conflict and fear, communities are urged to seek peace through worship and the inspiring Easter message, as believers gather in churches to honor the Risen Christ and pray for lasting peace.
Thirty five members from Inglis churches presented the Easter cantata The Thorn Crowned King at Knox United Church Russell with W McKenzie conducting and Mrs Harry Armstrong at the piano Soloists included Rita Ziprick Joan Fingas Anne Adams and W McKenzie The program listed multiple choir ensembles and solos and visitors were hosted to lunch after the performance.
Twenty one members and three visitors attended the Russell Women's Institute meeting held in the rest room on Saturday. Members shared local facts during roll call while plans were laid for spring tea later this month. Reports included quilt committee, Athletic Council, and International Appeal for Children with changes in committee membership and visiting committee named. Mr Geo A Allen closed with a talk on municipal affairs. Hostesses Were Mrs George Bicknell Mrs Dawidowski and Mrs Jack Anderson.
Playoffs wrapped up in the Russell Bowling alleys last Friday night as Garry Ross claimed the league championship with 36 wins and a 214 average. The Central hotel trophy will be presented by Jim Ramsay next week, with a tight finish for runners up as Todoruk edged Delipper for second place by a single ball.
The railways in Regina cut rates by over two cents a gallon to move 75 percent of oils and gas via rail, pressuring Saskatchewan and Western Manitoba truckers and potentially keeping prices high for consumers. The agreement with oil firms may not guarantee price relief and resembles a cartel, prompting calls for government action against monopolies. A test oil drill near George Eshelby’s farm by Wilrich Petroleum LTD aims for 1000 feet as exploration continues.
Readers ponder why the Russell post office is upgrading to modern fluorescent lighting this week. Some suggest it aids clerks in sorting mail while others joke about election spending or postaged rebates. Winnipeg papers discuss redistribution of seats and Manitoba representation debates.
James D. Hill a Winnipeg born Ottawa Civil Service Commission staffer won £370 on the Grand National Irish sweepstakes with a ticket on Glen Cottage. Hill, son of Mrs J Hill, was living in Ottawa and his win was reported by clipped Ottawa papers sent to The Banner.
John Hyra of Angusville reports spotting a common snake on April 2, an unusually early date for its hibernation period, sparking curiosity about regional reptile behavior.
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