Dunn Bros. Sweep at Winter Fair and sale triumph
A Rossburn hockey squad defeated visitors 9-3 at Memorial Rink after two prior wins 43 and 78. At Brandon Winter Fair 13 Dunn Herefords dominated, with Andy Reward grand champion and Futurity winner, Princes Primrose Reward top female, sale prices reaching 2000 for a junior herd sire.
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Rossburn
Joe
Watt Dunn
Brandon
Evin
Bob
Dunn
Andy
Verne
Watt
Prince Dominos
Calgary
Verne Dunn
Bill Dunne
Easter Services Draw Large Crowds Despite Weather
Easter services at Knox United and Christ Church drew large congregations. Knox United held a Friday preparatory service and Easter Communion on Sunday with Junior and Senior choirs presenting music and the cantata Ti Dawn. Rev. J T Gawthrop led all services. Christ Church had morning prayer Friday and Easter Holy Communion Sunday with Rev W H Logan of Gilbert Plains officiating.
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Knox United
J.T. Gawthrop
Christ Church
C. W. J. Salmon
W. H. Logan
Gilbert Plains
National Grain Company releases 1950 Handbook on Chemical Weed Control
National Grain Company Limited publishes the 1950 edition of its National Handbook on Chemical Weed Control. The 50 page pocket size booklet covers selective chemical weed control grass hopper control and other farm useful topics with a quick calculator for determining chemical amounts for 2 4-D applications. The handbook may be obtained from National Grain.
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National Grain Company Limited
Elevator Manager Appointed For Branch Offices
A new elevator manager was appointed and will oversee operations by writing directly to any of the branch offices. The move aims to streamline maintenance, safety checks, and coordination across locations.
Kiwanis Club Plans First Mixed Bowling Tournament
Kiwanis staging a mixed bowling tournament at Wilson Block alleys with play expected this weekend Manager Les Clark aims to have lanes ready. The event starts Wednesday April 19 entries via Mr Clark Smittys Don Gillen or Neil Jones at the alleys.
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Wilson Block
Les Clark
Kiwanis Club
Mr. Clark
Smitty's
Don Gillen
Neil Jones
New Equipment For Russell School
Russell School Board met with all members present plus the principal and secretary treasurer. They approved buying a visual education projector from special funds to aid illustrated lecturing. Upstairs lighting was inspected after new fixtures were installed and residence improvements were planned. Accounts totaling 463.72 were paid and Easter dates set from April 6 to 17. Mrs May Robertson and W E Fenton were appointed to consult teachers about next year.
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Russell School Board
May Robertson
W. E. Fenton
Films Arrive This Week at Library With Diverse Topics
The council lists titles arriving by Friday April 13 and staying through the month. Poultry a Billion Dollar Industry covers poultry business. Roads South examines transportation in South America. Modes and Motors explores car styling and production. Trappers of the Sea profiles NS lobster fishing. Vite mines A B I C D analyzes mining options.
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South America
Vite Mines
C, D
Red Cross Mobile Blood Clinic Opens in Selkirk Manitoba
The first Red Cross Free Blood Transfusion Service mobile clinic was held March 15 in the United Church parlour Selkirk. About 175 people donated blood from 1 pm to 4 pm as staff unloaded beds and equipment. Plans to send marble clinics to other Manitoba towns are underway.
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Red Cross Free Blood Transfusion Service
Manitoba
United Church
Selkirk
Red Cross
Blood Transfusion Service
Domos
St. John Ambulance Brigade
Art Clarke
Canadian Red Cross Society
What is a Chamber of Commerce and why it matters
The Chamber of Commerce is a key civic group linking business, government, and the public. It promotes private enterprise, aids tourism and industry, advises on education and safety, and coordinates provincial and federal efforts to stabilize communities and national life.
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Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
National Federation of
Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce
Canada
Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Board of Trade and Chambers of Commerce
Wildlife Week Observed Across Canada April 9 15
National Wildlife Week observed from April 9 to 15 under a 1947 federal statute. No official national program exists. local organizations and individuals are urged to use the week to promote wildlife awareness across Canada.
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Canada
Manitoba Legislature votes raise but urges fewer members
A Manitoba Legislature discussion reveals support for higher indemnities aligning with other provinces while some members call for reduced house size. The writer argues for trimming membership from 57 to about 32, noting regional representation should not require four or more members per district.
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Manitoba
Marquette
JUST A DREAM Club plots new life through sports push
The SOM Club meetings center on using funds to promote sports and community fun. Members discuss funding a baseball coach and battery, wheels for travel, and a transportation committee while noting age and wealth considerations. The session ends with a group singalong.
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SOM Club
Russ Jason
Clem Judd
Mel Hardy
Fred Little
Nat Gould
Max Jarvis
Red Hotball
Goner Guild
Josh Johnson
Ken Josey
Sam Watts
Wildlife Conservation Campaign Appeals to Local Agents
The notice urges agencies and the public to recognize wildlife value and support efficient management and conservation efforts.
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Dunn Bros
Kiwanis
Russell School
Film Council Notes
Russell
Russell Collegiate
Pat Jackson
Joan Virtue
Joan Leifer
Marion Brownlee
Red Cross Mobile
Your Chamber of Commerce
Mr. Abbott
Bill Anson
Mike Doner
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