Local Correspondence Notes Week Activities and Accidents
Hayig is in all swing in this part. A wedding may be announced soon. Russell fair attendees included many from here. J. Burroughs returned from the east Thursday. R. Patterson finished his railway contract. A. H. Goodbun shows a limp. H. Winton of Portage visited Mrs. F. Bryant. The new bridge nears completion and right of way crews have left. FitzGerald sale drew many from area. Sheilmouth boys urge faster Telephone line between Londonderry and Brightside. Ladies Aid meets at Mrs. R. C. Patterson’s home on Wednesday at Augrath with large attendance urged for important business. Mr. McIntosh suffered a severe accident last week with a gun blast and foot amputated at Yorkton Hospital affecting many schools provincewide. Names listed include Lucy Adams, Hattie Allbright, Daniel Cameron, Cora Clee, Mary Leslar, Everett Leiter, Cameron McLennan, Malcolm McLennan, Christena McRostie, Maurice Setter, Ethel Allen, Fern Buie, Myrtle Davidson, Constance Grant, Flossie Grant, John R. McDonald, E. Bryant, Opal Huddle Stone, Jessie McIntyre, J. Cameron, M. Haight, Evelyn Kelso, Eva Orr, FL. Orr, and R. M. McQuay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayig
J. Burroughs
R. Patterson
A. H. Goodbun
H. Winton
Portage
R. C. Patterson
McIntosh
Yorkton Hospital
Ing
Russell
Binscarth
Lucy E. Adams
Hattie Allbright
Daniel Cameron
Cora Clee
Mary E. Leslar
Everett Leiter
Cameron McLennan
Malcolm McLennan
Christena McRostie
Maurice Setter
Ethel M. Allen
Fern Buie
Myrtle Davidson
Constance Grant
Flossie Grant
John R.mcdonald
E. Bryant
Opal Huddlestone
Jessie McIntyre
J. Cameron
M. Haight
Evelyn Kelso
Eva M. Orr
FL. Orr
R. M. McQuay
Dr. Roche
Roblin
Mr. Pennycastle
W. J Carson
R.E. Drennan
E. A. Stout
Cowan
Shellmouth
Black
Assiniboine
Alex. Fraser
Newdorf
Alex
Shoal Lake
Newdale
Uniteds
Minnedosa
Mr. King
Saskatoon
Wright’s Hall
F. H. Belton
Russell Village
Union
Asessippi
Ang. Gth
Silver Creek
D. C. Stewart
Russell exhibition highlights record horse show and local events
The twenty sixth annual exhibition of the Russell E D Agricultural Society drew a large crowd despite windy weather. Horse entries reached 282, the highest yet, with cattle 89 and other divisions totaling numerous prizes. Football tournament results show Poulton over Asessippi by one point, Silver Creek defeating Russell 1 0, and Silver Creek beating Boulton 1 0 in the final.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell E. D. Agricultural Society
Schoolar
Flowers
Asessippi
Boulton
Silver Creek
Russell
Poulton
Successful Candidates Listed in Thursday Examinations
The recent teachers examinations results were published in Thursday’s dailies. A review of the list shows many names of successful candidates, though some entries appear misspelled or incomplete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lis
Fernie Fire Toll Seen Lower Than First Report
Communications with Fernie confirm a vast disaster but initial death toll is revised down to about sixty. City and surrounding area receive aid as 21 bodies found in Fernie with others missing, while relief committees under Mayor Tuttle coordinate shelter, lists of the dead and missing, and donations totaling about 25,000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cranbrook
B.C
Fernie
Hosmer
Michael
Moe
Tuttle
Black Hand
Ferniejal
Russell Defeats Uniteds In Manitoba Football Final
In Minnedosa on Wednesday Russell and Winnipeg Uniteds met for the Manitoba championship in windy conditions. Russell led 1-0 at half time after Cowley scored, Hawker added a second, and Noble struck late as the Uniteds rallied but fell short. Referee Dougan kept the game clean as Russell showed stronger team play despite the Uniteds’ persistent attacks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Winnipeg Free Press
Manitoba Football Association
Minnedosa
Russell
Uniteds of
Winnipeg
Uniteds
United
Brydges
Evans
Duncanser
Cowley
Hawker
Yo So O'Donnell
O'Donnell
Noble
Winnipeg Boys
Dougan
McMeakin
Creighton
Dauncanson
Eaton
Blacker
Moir
Bignell
Gandy
Clee, Webster
Medd
Clee McAthey
Mitchell
Kippan
Ross Reunion Brings Siblings Together After 40 Years
At the home of Mr. Alex Ross in McKillop a Ross family reunion occurred when his sister and three brothers arrived on Saturday July 13. The group, formerly of North Easthope near Stratford, now includes Mrs. Wm Kelso Rusell Manitoba Mr. Donald Ross Minnedosa Manitoba Mr. William Ross Carlyle Michigan and Mr. Thomas Ross Marlette Michigan. One sister Mrs James Mayberry Medicine Hat was absent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex. Ross
McKillop
North Easthope
Stratford
Wm. Kelso
Russell
Man
Donald Ross
Minnedosa
William Ross
Carlyle
Michigan
Thomas Ross
Marlette
James Mayberry
Medicine Hat
Huron Expositor
Seaforth,Ont
Rainy season lifts crops and lake stock plans
Local notes report a wet spell with preparations for fish stocking at Roblin lake and general crop optimism. Mentions rain, barley and wheat prospects, and upcoming fairs and gatherings across Russell area communities.
Obscene Postcards Target Local Residents
A reader complains about a current fad of sending obscene picture postcards to people they won’t approach directly. The writer cites a prominent lawyer who says no action is possible without solid proof, noting the cowardly nature of anonymous notes. The cards are allegedly mailed to friends to avoid personal detection and mislead investigators.
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Shelmouth
The
He Ross
Yate
W. Bailie
Kenlis
Muir Brothers
John Adams
Jas. McCallum
John Peddie
R. T. of T
Maccabee Hall
Londonderry
W. Rice
Binseorth
T. J. Ashley-Banner
Duffern
Carman
Fea
Portage la Prairie
Reeve Lang
McLeod
C. N.R
Angus
A. R. Tingley
Roger
Wapella
Regina
Jas. Robinson
Robinson
Methodist Sunday
Stevens
Craigie Boys
G. Ledingham
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