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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1944
Page
1
Local item notes the arrival of Dr Evans, a new doctor with a drug store in Rossburn, Ontario, marking the town's first medical professional. The piece mentions community welcome and the setup of his practice in town.
The 20th anniversary of the diocese and the Bishop's consecration will be held in Brandon. Holy Communion at 10:30 am in the Pro Cathedral. Services listed include 11 am Christ Church and 3 pm Shellmouth with emphasis on attendance. Thurs Sept 7 Holy Communion at 10:30 am at the Pro Cathedral.
Mrs M W Stade formerly Nora Yeates reports the birth of a daughter named Wanda Anette, noting the new arrival and family pride.
In August two weddings took place in Harrowby and at a Whitmer home. Miss Ice May McKinnon wed William Stewart Buchanan with Rev. James McNeill officiating. The couple planned a home in Victoria BC after a brief Winnipeg visit. Self and Davies also wed in Harrowby with Rev. James McNeill conducting. The ceremony featured J Spencer and C H Carroll as attendants, and a reception at the bride’s home followed by a three tiered cake. The newlyweds planned a short honeymoon to Winnipeg before settling in Churchbridge Saskatchewan.
Rita Doreen McIntyre and Thomas C. Wetteland were wed at the Erickson Manitoba parsonage on August 16 at seven. Rev A H Levig officiated. A family reception followed at the bride’s parents home. The couple will reside near Erickson.
Florence Edna Millard bride, younger daughter of Mrs. S. M. Millard, marries Hon. Captain Robert James Leighton, son of Winnipeg. Ceremony at St George's Anglican Church Peterborough with Rev. C. C. Moore officiating. Aubrey Millard gives bride in marriage. Bride wears white brocade satin gown with bouffant skirt and Lily points veil. Reception at the bride's mother home.
Canadian troops contribute to the French liberation as casualty reports arrive. Among the latest losses is David William Patterson of Shellmouth, killed in action in France on August 17. He enlisted with the Winnipeg Grenadiers after training in Winnipeg and Prince Rupert, served six months in the Aleutian theater, and went overseas in May. He is survived by his parents, four sisters, and a brother.
Robert B. Allen of Russell is wounded with a bullet in the left shoulder after serving with the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders since joining in 1942 and going overseas in 1943. His brother Sidney in the same unit was wounded July 21. Victor Strugnell, Craigie district son, wounded August 16 with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles. Arthur Moore, Russell, 15th, served with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles. H M Keay, formerly of Rochedale, wounded August 12. his wife lives in Winnipeg.
The bride wore a Queen's blue dress maker suit and brown hat. Capt. and Mrs. Leighton will reside at Truro, Nova Scotia.
The Wartime Prices and Trade Board says ration book No 5 will be distributed to Canadians in the week of October 14 to 21 with coupons in the book to cover emergencies. The new book will last fifty weeks, longer than prior editions, easing duties on local ration boards and volunteers. The House of Commons praised the volunteers who distribute the books, led by Tom Reid.
Pte. Jack Whymer son of Mr and Mrs Fred Whymer arrived home Monday morning. He served in Normandy with the 7th Montreal Regiment landing June 10 four days after D Day and was in action there until July 11.
E. J. S. Huey donates a 10 month old Registered Shorthorn heifer from his herd to the Vets and Elks for a raffle at the Barnyard Frolic on Sept 29 at Jackson's barn. Tickets go on sale next week.
The postmaster general announced deadlines for Christmas gift parcels to armed forces abroad. U K and France parcels must be mailed by Oct 25, remote theatres Sept 15 to Oct 19, Far East India Burma and Ceylon by Sept 15, Middle East Egypt Iran Iraq Syria by Oct 5, central Mediterranean by Oct 10.
Canadians read weekly papers about nutrition and the Canadian Council on Nutrition. The piece notes rising per person food intake since the war and details council work, vitamin losses from cooking, and dehydration effects on vitamin C, thiamin and riboflavin.
The column notes quiet political strategy in Marquette with parties delaying nominations under a potential Dominion election. It mentions Liberal prospects, Bracken’s Progressive Conservatives, CCF setbacks, and a rumored Social Credit candidate as voters prepare. Also reports on Senator Mullins’s 83rd birthday and Manitoba Pool Elevator’s all electric system in Russell.
Delayed harvests due to heavy rains Tuesday and Wednesday. E W Robertson at CPR station recorded 1.32 inches, lifting the year total to 16.56 inches, close to the district record. Harvest crews from the East and Indians from the North aided prior to the downpour. drying weather is needed to restart work this week.
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