Russell News Almanac Highlights Local 1903 to 1938 Events
A retrospective column recounts historical notes from Russell Manitoba, noting Smellie Bros. Ltd purchase of the Robert Scott store in Shoal Lake and tender calls for a Binsearth building in 1903, school changes in 1908, theatre and hall preparations, elocution prizes, and spring horse show winners. It also covers property price shifts in 1913, new stores, staff changes, electric plant visits, a 1923 community group formation, a 1928 pipe band, a Foxwarren fire, and later 1899 to 1938 community events including concerts, grain prices, milk deliveries by the Russell Elks Lodge, golf club reorganizations, and local school milk programs.
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Smellie Bros. Ltd
Robert Scott
Shoal Lake
Binsearth
Manitoba
Territories
Russell
McMillan Bros. Railway
Ors
Jas. Minshull
Silverton
P. L. Hyde
Reg. Jones
C. W. Thom
Porada Family Visit and Local Appointments Report
ENDCLIFFE Mr. Joe Porada from Poland visits with his brother John Porada for several months. Miss Patricia Pagan departs for Winnipeg en route to Sioux Narrows Ontario for summer work. Mrs. Lawrence Zimmer and baby visit Winnipeg. Mrs. Robert Zimmer named new School Board trustee. Frank Porada spent the weekend at home.
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Joe Porada
Poland
John Porada
Patricia Pagan
Winnipeg
Sioux Narrows
Ontario
Lawrence Zimmer
Baby
Robert Zimmer
Frank Porada
Better Movies Perhaps the Films Need More Actors
Critics suggest cinema could improve by prioritizing performances over sheer footage. Industry observers note that relying on strong acting may elevate storytelling, while excessive shooting can dilute focus and dilute emotional impact.
Manitoba election preview weighs the party pendulum
A Manitoba political column argues the federal Conservative landslide has ended but cautions the province faces a critical provincial vote around June 23. It notes Conservative dominance, Liberal budgets, and rising CCF candidacies while analyzing rural versus urban shifts and the potential for no single majority in the 25th Legislative Assembly.
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Manitoba
Coldwel
Low
Knowles
Gardiner
Scotty
Ottawa
Diefenbaker
Tan
Canada
25Th Legislative Assembly
Campbell
CCF
Winnipeg
Railways Profit Gap Highlights 1956 Operating Metrics
In 1956 the CNR reported average operating revenue per mile of $31,923 and expense of $28,078 per mile, while CPR showed $82,029 revenue per mile and $27,421 expense per mile. The figures illustrate a widening revenue gap per mile between the two lines.
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CNR
CPR
A Stitch in Time on Alcoholism Symptoms
Recognition of the symptoms of developing alcoholism and the warning signs to prevent years of sorrow. Gulping drinks shows abnormal satisfaction from the first drink, leading to sneaking more. Preoccupation with drinking and blackouts indicate rising risk and deserve immediate concern.
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Russell Banner
EE Pacis
Consda
Ruthoriond
E C. Sanderson
H. M. Rutar
Russell School
Forrence Setter
Russell Council
RT. of
D. Naim
D. Dunn
Staples
W. W. W. Wilson
A. B. Callin
R. More
J. S. Warrington
Souris
Russell Community Players
The
Dramatic Society
A. M. Pratt
W. Smith
B. Currie
Russell Tennis Club
E. Lucas
C. D. H. Moore
Amos
Jamieson
Graham
Bates
Shaw
War
John Clark
John
Minniska
Nixon
Baldur
Foxwarren
T. Armit
Christ Church
T. McManus
C. Merritt
J. Peterson
Miss Balmer
Joyce
June
Hughes
G. Smellie
J. Clark
Mary Thom
Jack Ward
C. Hodgkins
A. Morin
W. Hollman
Miss Bell
Miss Wright
Hugh Finlay
Miss Kelso
McDougald
Russell Elks’ Lodge
Russell Golf Club
Walter Needham
George Allen
H.R. Barry
C. J. Maher
E. C. Sanderson
Greens
Sid Allen
Roy Chipping
Bill Hancock
Endcliffe
Royal Bank OF Canada
Assell Branch
JT. Way
Newateers
Alcoholism Foundation of Manitoba
Nassau St
Alcoholics Anonymous
Committee On Alcohol Education
Stment of Education
Islative Building
Nield Bros. Auto Service Ltd
Ford
Meteor
Packard
Winter
Melita
Virden
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