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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 30, 1900
Page
1
A reflective poem describes wide prairie paths and blooming roses, praising nature’s beauty. It recalls birds, a bubbling brook, and a godlike smile on nature’s face as the speaker contemplates joy beyond earthly toil. Written by R. Dd. Coulter from Silver Creek in July 1900.
Mrs Jas Richardson is seriously ill while Mr F Richardson works on A B Gills crop as heavy rains wash away surplus hay and slow haying. Jerico walls show signs of rebuilding as pile drivers arrive. The river rises with ongoing rain. The saw gang will finish this week and hopes rise for a return of the lords of creation. Bartlett drove through rain to preach. attendance was small but sermon good. Sabbath school runs 2 p m and 2 30 p m each Sabbath.
Very near frost on Tuesday night with a 34 degree reading. A band of ranch horses passed through Monday or eastern points. Nellie Skinner resumes duties at De Clare after holidays. Ex Goodhun of Strathcona’s Horse writes of engagement with the Boers. Harry Pagat losses mourned as interment at Russell cemetery. Creamery reports a greater cream run due to better grass.
Brighside reports threshing engine work by W. Cusitar and a large veneer house being erected by Wm. Cusitar. Lyon and Dunlop visit Minniska. Manitoba census may double Commons members after 1961. Winnipeg court quips about widowhood. Ogilvie Milling forecasts Manitoba Northwest wheat at 20 million bushels this year, half a normal crop. Stonewall Gazette describes a Manitoba Legislature speech as great and brilliant.
Local notes cover store closures on Labor Day September 3rd and hunting season dates. Mentions new voters list for Russell, cattle shipments to Manchester England, and residents visiting Winnipeg and Shoal Lake. Includes church, school, skating rink drive, traffic concerns, and local notices on pedlars law, advertising, and Doukhobor tensions in Yorkton area.
Recent heavy rains have ruined a large portion of the hay crop, leaving farmers lamenting the loss of stored fodder and anticipating shortages. Local growers report widespread spoilage and financial strain amid the wet spell.
Mr Kaye reports twelve horses lost in thirteen months and a mired valuable horse last week. Miss McKenzie’s illness delays her return to school. A Thoresby Farm garden party hosted by Mr and Mrs Story delighted guests. Rev D M McKay may lead Presbyterian service on Sunday morning. Harvest Festival preparations and special music are underway in the English services.
Rumors say J J Mc Donald and A Ryots may form a poultry business partnership soon. Reports note the potential venture stems from Mr Hae who believes the industry will begin to stackins. The details remain unconfirmed.
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