District Bids Farewell To B C Bound Couples
British Columbia bound couples Mr and Mrs Harry Way and Mr and Mrs Jack Shipp bid farewell as they move to Victoria and Alder Grove near Vancouver respectively. The event featured letters of appreciation from local groups including the Royal Purple Lodge Agricultural Society Elks Ledge and the Royal Bank community figures note long service and active roles in local clubs. Both couples have lived in the area since 1950 and their departures leave a gap in community life.
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British Columbia
Harry Way
Victoria
Jack Shipp
Aldergrove
Vancover
Mert Perrin
Secasion
Calgary
Andrs. Way
Harry
Royal Bank of Canada
Tive
Agonic Lodge
Elks, Lode
Agriculural Society
Chamber of Commerce
Golf Club
Curling Club
Lillian
Women’s Institute
Rebekah Lodge
Youth conference Hope 72 draws attendees from far cities
The Youth Conference named Hope 72 returned 241 participants to Thunder Bay Ontario after four days with 850 in attendance. Delegates came from Healifex Vancouver and other cities in Canada. A group canoeed Edmonton to Thunder Bay over two months. The event featured Covenant Pagers from Los Angeles and performers to convey the Christian message.
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Thunder Bay
Ontario
Hope
Lutheran Church
Healifex
Vancouver
Edmonton
Tivinder Bay
Liz
Anne Baxter
Tne Covenant
Los Angeles
California
Local Election Changes Take Effect August 14
Amendments to the Local Authorities Election Act proclaimed to force August 14. Howard Pawley announced reductions in revising officer sitting time from one month to one year after revision, with sittings from 1 pm to 9 pm. New forms for elector affirmation issued. rolls and poll books to be destroyed after one year.
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Howard Pawley
Rural Scene Reports Widespread Rapeseed Spraying and Armyworm Control
Lloyd E. Cavers notes 4000 acres sprayed in Russell-Rossburn area to combat Bertha Armyworms with early barley and rape showing good results. DES ban in Canada cited with concerns over beef finishing rations and residue limits. readers urged to consider costs and public demand.
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Hal
Trst
Arasshop
Fae
Russell
Roy Freeman
U.G.G
Poxwareen
Russell-Rossburn
Lataale
Joe Semochky
Kelvington
Canada
Canada Department of Agriculture
Investment Club Funds Grow in Russell Area Meeting
The Russell Area Investment Club, led by Chairman Art Kinney, plans its third annual meeting on Wednesday September 6 at Town Hall 8:00 p.m. Members will review the year’s activities and discuss lending policy to support community projects.
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Art, Kinney
Russell Area Investment Club
Binscorth Orioles Triumph in Manitoba Senior A League
The Binscorth Orioles claim 16 wins in Manitoba Senior A League play with strong support from coach and staff. A hurried postgame meeting pledged a $50 donation to help defer travel costs for Peace River trip as optimism for future seasons remains high despite a challenging road.
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Os Fen
Bob ‘Wasslen
Spd
Binscarth Orioles
Rispedt
Peace
Alberta
Orioles
Banner Manor Activity Update at Russell District Home
The Russell District Personal Care Home reports further arrivals with Mr. Frank Henry of Russell and Mrs. Myrtle McTavish of Angustille plus Mrs. Amice Robin of Inalis expected tomorrow. Total residents reach 38 with two more beds available and a $550 donation aimed at purchasing a piano. fundraising continues for a smaller type piano as entertainment remains limited until piano acquisition.
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Actyvnews
Russell and District
Frank Henry
Russell
Myrtle McTavish
Angustille
Amice Robin
Inalis
Mike Bulbuck 60th Anniversary Celebration in Inglis
Mr and Mrs Mike Bulbuck celebrate their 60th anniversary. They wed July 12 1912 in Calder Sask and farmed at Lennard before moving to Ingis district where they now reside. An open house was held July 15 1972 with blessings by Rev Roulaik and Fe ser. Attending were family and friends from Inglis Mitchell Winnipeg Portage la Prairie Regina and beyond.
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Mike Bulluck
Ae Goth
Calder
Sask
Lennard
Inglis
T Hey
Roulaik
Feser
Buck
Festival move to Binscarth names new executive
A general meeting of the North Western Marquette Festival Association held June 28 in Binscarth set the location for the next two years. An executive was elected with Mrs Gordon Bryer as president and a vice president to be chosen. The Speech Festival is slated for November 14 to 17 with sessions in the Binscarth Theatre.
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North Western Marquette Festival Association
Binscarth
Gordon Bryer
Vicepress
Harvest gains as warm spell fuels late field work
A recent warm period accelerates harvest with swathing active and local deliveries of 1972 barley and rapeseed noted. The September weekend may mark the close of the harvest season as farmers push to finish amid favorable temperatures.
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Apou
Eager Beavers Ready for Dominion Playdowns
The Russell Beavers under 12 years team will travel over 900 miles to Pesce River Alberta for interprovincial playdowns. Ticket sales for the Pot of Gold draw progress well with a $200 contribution from the Town of Russell acknowledged. Coaches and citizens are thanked as plans proceed.
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Russell Beavers
Russell
Beaver
Pesce River
Alberta
Garth Neville Chosen For Canadian Team
Eight players have been picked for the Canadian squad led by Garth Neville. The team will leave November 6 for Milwaukee and Miami for ten days of baseball training as they prepare for the World Title in December.
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Will
Homestead
Miami
Canada
Horticultural Show Entries Down Despite Adverse Weather
Poor weather marred the horticultural society’s fruit, flower and vege show at Memorial Arena on August 19. Despite fewer fruit and gladiolus entries, 503 entries were judged by Mr and Mrs Hugh Lamont of Killerney. An added attraction was a public draw for a group of arrangements with a single lucky winner.
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Horticultural Society
Memorial Arena
Hugh Lamont
Killerney
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