Russell council short on nominees and First Ward appointee
Ratepayers in Russell municipality failed to nominate a full council. An appointee is slated for Ward 1, with Reeve Alex McDonagh to be listed among ward officers. The report also notes local sports clubs, a CNR wreck, and several community events from 20 years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
Alex "YcDonagh
Thos. Rheader
Jas. H. Thompson
E. M. Williams
George Cartwright
T. N. Huddlestone
Bilver Creek
Beischer Retains Ward 2 Seat In Boulton Council
Councillor Henry Beischer is re elected to ward 2 in Boulton by a 36 vote majority over Gustave Frier. The 106 to 68 tally secures his fifth term as ward 2 representative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Beischer
Boulton Council
Boulton
Gustave Frier
Beischer
Free Skating For All Next Tuesday Night
Opening of Wsussell's skating rink is announced with public skating every night from 8 to 10 except hockey nights. Fees are 25c adults, 15c students, 10c children. Season tickets offered. junior hockey and school teams planned with practice and skating times across evenings and Saturdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bex
Millers
Newmusseu
Idnarge
RC. DmeIe
Cuwrmad
4 & McOugia
Fet Suv
Comumimels
Ike
GeUrs
Picknen
W. W. W. Watson
Sem
Jack Stalinsky
J. A. Reerson
Frank ‘Sovertsun
Wocey
You Graton
Forrest Mann
Frank Clemen
Ucket Saies
Publicty
C. Sanderson
H. x. Barry
Little Fellows
Chas Adolphe's Entries Take Several Prizes At Binscarth Show
Chas Adolphe with the only Russell entries at the Binscarth fat stock show won multiple prizes. He earned first for the best pair, securing the J L Zoughlin Co Silver cup. His 700 to 900 lb entry took third, under 700 lb fourth. At the sale his two head sold for 10 and 10 1/2 percent above bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Adolphe
Russell
Binsearth
J. L. Zoughlin Co
Town Council Ltd Ort Session Lodges Payments
Very little business was transacted at the last regular meeting of the town council Thursday evening. Mayor Hembroff and Councillors Mather Matheson and Bicknell were present. Accounts passed for payment included electric light 231.86 dollars and town 851.44 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hembroff
Mather, Matheson and Bicknell
Elks Turkey Bingo Coming Saturday at Frank Clement’s
Elks announce their annual turkey bingo at Frank Clement’s Showrooms. Play begins at 2 30 with about 200 turkeys for prizes and Manager Norm Young promises a lively event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Clement
Parade in Russell Battalion MVR Tonight
Tonight all members of B company are to assemble at the Municipal office for roll call and instruction, then parade to the hall to hear Francis Stevens. Arm-bands from provincial HQ are being distributed and must be worn. bands are blue with MV.R in red, officers’ bands trimmed in red.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B’ Company
Francis Stevens
Russell Proclaims Civic Holiday December 1940
A civic holiday is proclaimed for Thursday December 7th, 1940 in Russell by Mayor H B Hembrosi. Boxing Day following Christmas has been observed in Manitoba. Russell will align this year. All business places must be closed for the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
Hembrosi
Manitoba
Miss Enid Astbury Models for Prominent Artist
Two portraits by Saint John artist Jack Humphrey titled Blonde Head and Charlotte were purchased by the Art Gallery promoter for its permanent collection. Blonde Head, a quarter view portrait of a young woman in a green blouse with braided hair, is set against a grey sky. The model for Blonde Head was Miss Enid Astbury of Montreal. Painted in 1939, these works were shown among 13 by Humphrey in a four-man show at the Art Gallery of Toronto St. John during the past month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Humphrey
Saint John
Charlotte
Art Gallery of Toronto
St. John
War conditions in England profiled by Francis Stevens
Here Tonight Francis Stevens Free Press correspondent back from London addresses a Winnipeg public meeting at the A and N W hall this evening. He will discuss war conditions as seen in England and aims to attract a full house of residents adjutts and students. The 8 30 start has no admission charge and is under the Winnipeg Canadian Club with local sponsorship by the Junior Chamber of Commerce and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Stevens
Free Press
London
England
Stevens
Winnipeg Canadian Club
Junior Chamber of Cammerce
Agricultural Society to Distribute Bot Fly Capsules
The Agricultural Society teams with the department of agriculture to supply bot fly capsules to farmers with substantial cost savings for horsemen. Distribution will begin in a few days and orders should be left with secretary H. R. Barry to start treatment for bat flu in December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Society
Department of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture Society
H. R. Barry
Rev McNeill of Winnipeg to Speak at Knox United
Rev James E. McNeill BA BD of Winnipeg will lead both Knox United church services on Sunday December 8. Morning worship at 11 o clock and evening service at 730 with a congregational meeting at 9 to decide on future pulpit supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James E. McNeill
Winnipeg
Knox United Church
Inglis Neighborhood Happenings and Anniversaries
The Inglis community notes events and visits. Christmas tree on December 18 at 1 o clock. Red Cross bazaars and dances planned. multiple family visits to Winnipeg. wedding anniversaries for Anderson and Cochrane couples. soldiers and MFA meeting reports. births at Sacred Heart Hospital and Russell Hospital. residents visiting relatives and holiday shopping in Winnipeg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Anderson
R. S. Cochrane
Stuart
Hugh ‘Simpson
MFA
Friesen
Gourlay
Jack Jackson
Winnipeg
Norris Allen
A. Calder
Russell Hospital
Shellmouth Junior Red Cross Meeting and Plans
Shellmouth school hosted an open meeting with tea served. A silver collection plus raffle proceeds totaled 12.10 dollars. The centre-prece winner donated by Mrs. Anderson was Mrs. C Roberts. The Christmas tree event is set for December 20. W A will meet at Mrs. Hooper's home today. John McDougall of the RCAF and Mr. and Mrs. Mack McDougall visit the D McDougall home. Bill Gilhooly of Dropmore spent the weekend in town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Shellmouth
Anderson
C. Roberts
W.A
Hooper
John McDougall
RCAF
Mack McDougall
D. McDougall
Bill Gilhooly
Dropmore
Angusville Notes Highlight Tea Auction Drive and Visits
Anausville residents report a private leave at home for Ted Lechowicz with parents. The Junior Red Cross hosted a tea and quilt raffle won by Maryon Siwak. A fat stock show at Binsearth drew good prices with C H Staples as auctioneer. L V Tyndale attended a Manitoba Teachers Federation meeting at Foxwarren. The Angusville Mission Band held an open meeting. WMS bazaar and stocking sale set for December 7 in the church with tea. Dr. Scott of Winnipeg visited and council discussed locating a municipal doctor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted Lechowicz
A. Lechowicz
Red Cross
Maryon Siwak
Binsearth
C. H. Staples
L. V. Tyndale
Manitoba Teachers’ Federation
Foxwarren
Angusville
Dr. Scott
Winnipeg
WMS
Selc
Ome
P. W. Chittick
Endcliffe Christmas Concert Supports Children’s Ambulance Drive
Endcliffe held a Monday Dec gathering with a small admission to aid the Children’s Ambulance Drive. Gordon Wright of McKim visited relatives O M Laycock and others. Despite very cold weather a good crowd attended the party Friday, funds to send boys in active service a parcel. After singing There’s Always to Be An England and the National Anthem, donations arrived from those unable to attend. Parcels will arrive late for Christmas but will be gratefully received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Endcliffe
Gordon Wright
McKim
O. M. Laycock
J. Kadlubec
Olga Kadlubec
D. M. Layvock
England
Rossburn High Party Sparks Noise in Municipal Hall
A Rossburn high school gathering disrupted the municipal hall on Tuesday night November 26. Students reported the event caused disturbances and prompted local officials to respond.
Local Socials and Notices From Small Town
A lively party featured games lunch and dancing. Edith McKague visited Humorta briefly. Pte Floyd MacDonald of the Winnipeg Rifles spent leave at home. News of Private Jack Collins wounded in England by a German bomb reached the town. Rev Onions acts as Grade IX X leader while Mr regains health. Mr Duncanson returned home after Brandon work. Mr Kolanchinski departed for Carberry for new job.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith McKague
Humiota
Pte
Floyd MacDonald
Winnipeg Rifles
Jack Collins
England
Onions
Community M A Meeting Highlights Student Involvement
Craigie We welcome to our communi Mr. and Mrs. Don McLean. The M A meeting Wednesday night, Nov. 27th, was well attended with representatives from Millwood Sunyside and rightside. J W Spencer and R C McKinnon were appointed to vacancies on the board of directors. Mrs Earl Keating urged MFA benefits. Friesan from Winnipeg spoke on aims of the MPA and youth involvement. Gorley discussed cooperative plans. Singing and activities followed lunch, including a treasure trail and balloon contest before God Save the King.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don McLean
M.A
Millwood
Sunyside
Rightside
O Canada
J. W. Spencer
R. C. McKinnon
Earl Keating
MFA
Friesan
Winnipeg
M.P.A
Gorley
Cooperative Machine
Keating
Cummun Jy
Surprise party honors Miss Olga Chinechy in Porcupine
The district ladies hosted a surprise party for Miss Olga Chinechy at the home of Mrs. G. B. Ross last Thursday to sew a quilt for a Red Cross raffle. The item will be displayed in Inglis soon. Mr. Dymetro Wuwehar is ill and has gone to Winnipeg for treatment. The Riding Park school plans a gathering on December 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inglis
Gertrude Staples
Herb. Lorimer
Olga Chernesky
R. Cammidge
Gladys
Tommy
Winnipeg
Boulton
Olga Chinechy
Porcupine
Ont
G. B. Ross
Red Cross
Dymetro Wuwehar
Riding Park
Also Mentioned on This Page
T. Allen
Mr. McDonagh
Glads‘one
Northwestern Hockey League
Pirtle
McIntyre
C.N.R
Edna Johnson
Fred Briggs
Asessipp
W. Thom
Alvie Callin
Jus. McDonald
Henry Fingas
C. Thom
J. McDonagh
J. Allen
Leifer
Foster
Cameron
Douglas
Buie
Swallow
Kippan
Stewart
Matheson
Stanley
Maher
J. McIntyre
McKinnon
Silverton Wms
Watt Broadfoot
J. F. Douglas
W. Hargreave
J. Hamstock
R. J. Coulter
Straford
Sunny Circle Mission Band
Miss McLain
Wallace Kennedy
Nettie Coulter
Mary Keily
Arthur Simms
Elphinstone
Elmer C. Shepherd
Effie Nield
Royston WI
Wm. Sudbury
D. ‘A. Goodbun
H. Armstrong
The
Russell Agricultural Society
Jas. Rea
M. Coulter
E. C. de Balinhard
H. S. Hembroff
C. McDonald
L. M. Roberts
Jack Dunn
H. McLennan
J. Peddie
J. Thickett
2. A Glen
Binscarth
Elks' Turkey
Parade Russell
MVR
Miss Ent Astbury
Rev. McNeill
Canada
J. L. Ralston
National Defence
Silverton
Anausville
Rossburn
Craigie
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