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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 16, 1936
Page
8
An arresting problem across the West in seed treatment for foot rot and smut has prompted National Agents to provide the latest guidance. They offer free information on the best treatments for various seed qualities and invite farmers to consult their nearest National Agent.
Reports note Rudyard Kipling's estate valued at 775000 dollars was set aside for Italy's East African holdings. A Manitoba charity racket purge is planned, and England's Privy Council will hear the wage tax case in April. Japan fields about 95000 troops in Manchukuo with thousands killed or wounded in four years of occupation. Mussolini urges complete annihilation of Ethiopian forces. Woodsworth signals possible withdrawal from CCF leadership.
A letter to The Banner from Russell Manitoba urges continued funding for the Russell Erickson Highway Relief Project a federal provincial venture. It argues the project supports farmers workers and regional business by improving all weather road access and cites political maneuvering by Gov Crerar and minister Rogers. The writer asks residents to protest to secure ongoing support and quotes economic and transport benefits. Also notes local social items and a birthday of J W Dafoe.
London buses adopt diesel engines as E G Powell Caterpillar dealer touts diesel power in buses and tractors. He asserts diesel shows merit and operating economy, noting a city order and widespread adoption.
The notice lists a 12 noon Tam service and an evening worship at Unity Church of Pentecost with Rev R E Parlee, plus a 2 30 p m Sunday April 19th event at McRostie's Hall. It mentions a Banner subscription offer and includes varied political and world-news snippets and local notices about an Inglis United Church interior work tender.
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