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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 26, 1954
Page
1
Harvest operations around Rus sell have begun with barley fields switched and some wheat fields joined. A few farmers have begun barley extraction and harvest is expected to extend over a long period as much of the crop remains uncertain and weather dictates pace.
A large mixed gathering at Mrs. Gus Ross’s home on Wednesday August 18 celebrated the August wedding of Miss Marlene Kendell of Shellmouth. Guests signed the guest book as flowers and gifts were exchanged with pink and white decor and corsages for Kendell and Mrs. O Seifert. Local residents and relatives, including Wilbert Seifert and Rev. and Mrs. R Karner, are noted with visits and thanks expressed for gifts. The rural column continues with farm notes on barley and oats harvests, rust impact on wheat varieties Thatcher Redman Lee and the new Selkirk, and optimistic yields anticipated if frost remains scarce.
The Women's Institute met at Mrs. Farle Keating's home on Wednesday August 18 at 3 pm with President Mrs. A Coulter presiding. Eleven members and four visitors attended. The library committee offered to manage a book service from Mrs. W Moffat’s home assisted by Mrs. Evans. Sun shine Friend notes and a $2 grant to the Friendship Secretary were approved. Mrs. Thomas Jackson district president spoke about the Winnipeg Advisory Board meeting and the origin of the Women's Institute from Miss Lee. The September meeting is set for Mrs. Willis Coulter and Mrs. W Kinom's home.
Franklyn Young, Operations Manager for TCA Central Region, received the Trans-Canada trophy for 1953 for outstanding aviation development work in Canada. He organized the National Air Show in Toronto, and began flying in 1926 before joining TCA in 1937 as an early airline pilot.
The retinal game in the big vals tournament last Wednesday ended after the first inning due to darkness. Springhill and McConnell began strong after Springhill beat McCauley in the semi finals. An enthusiastic crowd enjoyed a day of baseball with umpiring by Bud Glasman Vic Murray and Ed Leifer and daily arrangements by the Elks Land Baseball Club.
Weather conditions during the growing season affected barley entry numbers in the National Barley Contest. At the July 18 Manitoba and August 1 Alberta deadlines the competition had 1134 entries: 877 from Manitoba and 257 from Alberta. Manitoba up 44 from last year, while Alberta remains low.
The Trinity Lutheran Church in Inglis Manitoba led by Rev H Praefer lists services on Saturday August 28 at 1 pm for school, Sunday August 29 at 10 30 am Divine Service and 11 50 am Sunday School, and a Ladies Aid meeting September 1 at 2 pm at Mrs Ed Ziprick's home Cracknell.
Glasman of Russell hauled in the largest pickerel to win the prize at the Fish Derby at Fishing Lake near Rossburn on Sunday. The three pound six ounce pickerel led the pickerel section while a Rossburn resident caught the biggest perch. About 180 entries drew attendees from Russell. Proceeds funded parking lot repairs. Ideal weather accompanied the event.
Mr and Mrs Len Davidson marked their 50th wedding anniversary with a reception at home to nearly 100 friends on Saturday August 21. The couple married in 1904 at Wiarton Ontario and later moved to Manitoba then Russell. They have nine children 27 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Mrs Davidson is 69 and Mr Davidson 71.
Ollie Calvert of Russell along with Bob Cowan and Frank McKay of Winnipeg have developed an electric heating unit and earned patents. The trio traveled to Los Angeles to install their device in a twenty first century house for exhibition, with return expected mid September and anticipated future impact.
Mrs A G Smellie of Russell held the winning ticket in the Elks lodge draw for a free trip to Vancouver or Banff. She chose the $300 cash alternative instead as plans do not include a westward trip. This marks her first major win after years of buying tickets.
The August meeting of the ladies of St. Joseph's Catholic Church was held August 12 at the home of Mrs. M W Prowling goer the medial wes Plans were made for a fall bazaar to be held October 30. The meeting closed with a delicious lunch with the hostess assisted by Mrs P Pacey.
Children of all ages attended a Tuesday Kiddies Circus in Lexie Page's yard featuring boxing, bowling, darts, a fun house, and a refreshment stand run by Geraldine George and Beverley Kennedy. Proceeds of $5.00 were raised for Red Cross relief of suffering children. Organizers included Lexie George, Ricky Margetts, Donnie Shipp, Raymond Pittett, Blair Corley, Grant Clement, Johnny Javra, and Billy George.
A new edition of Young Manitoba Listens outlines school term broadcasts across western Canada. Inter-provincial committee and CBC cooperate to provide programs interpreting and enriching instruction, led by Gertrude Mc Cance. Special opening broadcast Oct 4 hosted by Minister W C Miller. Music ranges from primary rhythmic plays to music appreciation. Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra highlights Christmas. Health segments target parents Feb 8 to Mar 8 with sleep, diet, safety, and mental health. Current news, science, nature, and Canadian history also featured. Deputy Minister Scott Bateman praises the program’s success and expectations for continued impact.
Mayor Garnet Coulter pressed the button to start the St. Vital pumping station making it the first Greater Winnipeg municipality to pump its own water with Manitoba's first fully automatic equipment. In Nipawin, a council experiment paid off as No 1 well’s flow improved after clearing with muriatic acid, raising output to 99 gallons per minute.
The piece contrasts junior and senior scholars with seniors at college who may treat athletics and class activities as priorities. It argues against overemphasis on recreation, urging students to begin the new term ready for serious study while acknowledging some value in balance between work and play.
Harvest operations continue but the Wheat Board has not announced the 1954 delivery opening date under the new unit system. Farmers who have not filled the 1000 bushel coarse grain delivery can do so with the 1954 crop before the date is set. Circus days note local penny shows by youngsters, with proceeds often unadvertised, as promoters favor charity at home.
Witnesses in Russell watched five jet planes fly wing tip to wing tip in a westward formation during a Royal Air Force demonstration over Canada. The jets roared and flashed before disappearing into the distance.
Local notice advertises a fine selection of keys available at The Banner Office for customers locked out or in need of replacements. The brief promotes a practical, affordable range of options for immediate access solutions.
The Horticultural Show draws exhibitors and spectators, with fruit and vegetables abundant despite garden damage. Flowers peak as gardeners compete for honors. An auction sale follows to support finances, with D Harrison as president and E W Robertson as treasurer.
At Carlyle Lake in southeast Saskatchewan a Margetts family reunion brought together 30 members on Sunday August 22. Mrs. Margetts of Arcola welcomed 10 of 15 children, their spouses and families from the States and Canada. The gathering recalled past times with reminiscing fishing pictures and shared provisions. One son was killed in world war two and Mr. Margetts died in 1929.
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