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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 23, 1980
Page
9
Agriculture Canada announced licensing for Columbus, a new hard red spring wheat cultivar from Winnipeg Research Station. Its key traits include strong sprouting resistance, better test weight retention, and fewer sprouted kernels, with moderate disease resistance and wide prairie adaptability despite later maturity.
Charlie Mayer reports a critical view of the throne speech with emphasis on Western Canada’s concerns. He cites grain policy, a beef import law, and potential increased government deficits. He condemns Pierre Trudeau and warns of Western alienation amid inflation and high interest rates.
The interdenominational ninth annual Ladies Retreat was held at Rossburn United Church from the evening of April 13 to the afternoon of April 14. One hundred six ladies signed the guest book, about twenty staying overnight, and many slept on classroom floors with sleeping bags. The theme was Living Prayer, with Dorthy Dickson from Swan River as guest speaker. The event featured music, groups, and personal sharing, ending with Holy Communion led by Rev. Jeanne Stright. Attendees traveled from Winnipeg, Brandon, Portage la Prairie, Virden, Langenburg, and nearby towns. Highlights included soloist Sharon Price of Onanole and pianists Irene Geme y and Mary Robertson of Strathclair.
Jehovah's Witnesses plan a semiannual Circuit Assembly at Yorkton Regional High School this weekend in Parkland region. Roblin congress spokesperson John Anderson says the program emphasizes Christian guidance, obedience, and family blessings from serving Jehovah. The event, titled To Whom Does the Obedience of the People Belong, features Robert Alton of Toronto delivering the presentation.
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