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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 18, 1977
Page
2
The poem lines by Irving Layton trigger a reflection on overindulgence and indifference to global hunger. The piece notes many Canadians face obesity while Africa and the Indian subcontinent grapple with famine, citing Kennedy on technology and will to feed all.
Ottawa and Small Business discuss a potential postal workers strike and union demands. The piece argues the National Program of Demands seeks over time pay boosts, extended vacations, relocation raises, surveillance bans, and sub contracting limits. It notes potential nationwide impact on postal service and smaller businesses.
Airforce memories recount a Canada era during the forties. The piece reflects on why many volunteered for air crew despite high fatal risks, recalls training and risks, and notes the camaraderie, fear, and disillusionment, ending with a vow to write a paper for The Argyle Syndicate Ltd.
Russell Chapter No 10 Order of the Eastern Star reports donations of 801 40 during May for the Canadian Mental Health Association CMHLA funds will train volunteers support social action and educational programs to raise awareness of mental health as a worthy goal.
A compilation of past notes from Russell area history detailing changes in local leadership at the Russell Farmers Elevator in 1907, long service by D M Kinnaird with the Agricultural Society, travels of Miss Cora Clee in 1917, Dona Smellie taking roles in Algonquin Park and Toronto in 1927, Vancouver residents J J Carr visiting Russell in 1937, rising park registrations at Riding Mountain by 1987, the 1947 appointment of Alvin Robb as District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler, travel for Mrs C C Graham to Winnipeg and Miss Winnipeg 1947 contest in Hamilton, Ontario, 1957 work move for Earle Berg, visits by the McPhail family and others, and a 1967 grand opening of the Richmar Drive-In with teachers’ workshops and leadership camps in Gimli.
Manitoba Agriculture weeds chief Jack Forbes reports 13 trial farms in southwestern Manitoba show good crop stands and few weeds with zero tillage this spring. About 3,000 acres were planted with MDA aid. Yields should compare to conventional tillage, while saving time and fuel. Success depends on trash management and proper seeding, with specialized drill setups and soil testing.
Manitoba announces limited elk and elk moose licences for 1977 hunting seasons. Draws will allocate 420 adult male elk licences for zones 18 18A 18B from Sept 12 to Oct 15, 105 elk licences for any sex in zones 13 13A 18 18A 18B from Dec 5 to Dec 17, plus 1 000 licences for one elk or one moose in zones 23 23A from Jan 3 to Feb 4, 1978. Bow season runs Sept 15 to Oct 31 near Riding Mountain. Licences available at Winnipeg Norquay Building offices and some conservation officers. Those with elk only licences cannot hold elk-moose licences. 1976 firearm licence holders cannot hold this year’s elk or elk-moose firearm licences. archery remains possible.
Manitoba beef growers chair Tom Ellison accuses Agriculture Minister Sam Uskiw of politicking with a toll free beef pricing information line. Ellison says the supposed public service is a political dodge and urges funding for a farmer information service free of packer influence, noting a 1977 meeting with government, packers and producers.
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