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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 25, 1946
Page
1
A retrospective column lists census results from Russell and surrounding towns, 1900 statistics, and brief notes from anniversaries and local events. It cites fairs, stolen-article seizures, fires, sports clubs reorganizations, government sales of utilities, property purchases, and club formations across several decades through 1996.
On receiving a petition signed by 51 ratepayers in Wards S and 6 the Rural Municipality of Russell council took no further action on a by law to build a road three and one half miles north from No 4 highway along the Assiniboine valley. The plan drew strong support and opposition from local residents.
Major Clemis of the prairie command staff urged peacetime military preparedness for Canada in a Knox United church dinner. He advocated a permanent mobile force and outlined reserve units in Virden Russell Birtle Minot dosa Neepawa and Souris with modern training under trained officers. Fod Clement presided as president.
Merion Alice Fowler and William Roy Fenton wed at St Matthews church Binscarth on April 3. Attendants included Enid Fenton and Beatrice Brown with Eric Payne as best man. The couple plans a short honeymoon then reside in Russell.
Sunday School at 1 p.m. Devotional at 2 30 p.m. Prayer on Saturday. Box 2 Marchwell, Sask. Pastor L McIntosh, Russell, secretary treasurer. He is not here for he is risen as he said Come see the place where the Lord lay Matthew 28 6
A reflective maxim notes individuals should release ego to attain true progress. The saying links self control with personal growth and warns against clinging to ego as a hindrance.
E W Robertson station agent at Russell retires after 47 years in railway work with 19 years in Russell. J E Goddard will assume duties soon while Jack Taylor provides relief. Robertson, a horticulture enthusiast, settles in Russell with his wife. parade plans and welcome home events are outlined for Russell summer fair to honor service personnel.
Winnipeg guests flock to Russell for Easter visits with local families including McLeod Mink Madill Higgins and others. Camp Shilo captain, Wapella and Regina visitors join gatherings as Branden and Dauphin families host relatives over the holiday weekend.
The Inglis Red Cross reports on Women’s War Work and Wool Committee efforts. It lists quilts, clothing, and infants items shipped for distressed European counties, civilian relief goods, and wool supplies totaling 54 articles, with contributors including Mrs. E. H. Armstrong and Miss A. Adams.
Easter week in Russell saw strong church attendance on Good Friday and Easter Sunday. A fashion parade drew crowds as weather favored the event, and the Easter Monday dance sponsored by the Russell Business Girls club attracted many. Saturday night shopping surged as streets filled and summer hours approach. The Town Council may decide on daylight saving after today’s session, with broad support from retailers but farm critics concerned about schedules. The Russell Banner reports first response to old uniforms for the team.
The government raises farm machinery prices by 12 percent citing soaring labour wages up 161.9 percent since 1914 while wheat prices rose 60.5 percent. Authorities argue wage-driven costs force price adjustments and urge farmers to push up prices of wheat and other farm products to balance costs.
The Inglis junior seed club takes first award for its barley carlot. Seven clubs competed for five prizes awarded in conjunction with the Manitoba agriculture department extension service. Other winners include Clanwilliam Ste. Agathe Hazelridge and Birtle in order.
At Sacred Heart Hospital on Tuesday April 23 a son Kenneth Karl Marschall was born to Mr and Mrs A W Marschall of Russell.
An auction sale of household effects conducted by Shipley and Son auctioneers will be held on April 27 for E W Robertson and Mrs B L McLeod. The sale includes a varied assortment of domestic items.
The statement argues that inflation results from paying too much for comfort while undervaluing ethical living, suggesting price distortion in daily choices and societal priorities.
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