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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 14, 1922
Page
1
The lesson contrasts Mary at Jesus feet with Martha serving, stressing that one thing is needful: abiding in Christ. It also portrays Jesus denouncing hypocritical Pharisees while showing patience to sinners, inviting readers to choose friendship with Him over outward show.
In St. Andrews Manse Vista on Wednesday evening December 6 Miss Francis Mc Dereid youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm McDonald Rossburn united in marriage to Mr Thomas S Armstrong Rossburn by Rev R G Stewart The couple left by car for Shoal Lake and the Flyer to Winnipeg for a brief honeymoon They will reside at the groom’s farm southeast of Rossburn.
The Ladies A'd of Union church hosted a social afternoon at Mrs L L Lewis home and the district youth enjoyed an evening at William Chittick's. G C Cathey, Union Bank teller, moved to Russell Manitoba with no successor yet. Grain traffic increases as roads thaw and about half of district grain sold. Curling club selects skips Cecil Switzer F C Shepard H W Lewis C H Staples Jim Grainger W J Murray J Anderson J E Padgett E A Ridge A Burgess P R Flemming John MacKay. Angusville Curling club sent players to Winnipeg bonspiel last year aiming to improve this season.
The report covers church and community activities in Silverton and Minniska including a debate at the church between U. F. M. and Silverton supporters, a U. F. meeting at the school house, a whist drive box social and dance planned, and a Search the Scripture class session with discussions on topics like the kingdom and the tares. Rev J F Douglas to leave for Lo Rivere Manitoba after eight and a half years, with thanks to friends and goodbye wishes.
Notice to creditors for Ollof Peter Johnson deceased asks all claims be sent to E. McQuarie in Shellmouth by January 7, 1923. Also an advertisement for sale of 2000 bushels Banner Oats from registered seed at 50 cents per bushel cash at the granary by Jas. Hainstock Silverton.
XMas exams are held across the high and senior classes with full reports sent to parents at term end. The school stages a grand pantomime titled Princess Zara with Monday children's entertainment and Tuesday public performance to fund future school activities.
Members of Union Church t Soropmore thank the ladies of Dropmore and surrounding areas for a splendid bazaar. Proceeds amount to 197.50 with expenses 9.60, net 147.994. Proceeds from the town contributed by Messrs R Hunt and G Keay and of the village fair will be announced later.
Next Sunday the 3rd in Advent includes Holy Communion at 8.30, Morning Service at 11, Sunday School at 2.30, and Evensong at 7. A Thursday service is at 7.30 p.m. The Sunday School Christmas entertainment and supper occur at 5 p.m. on Wednesday December 20 in the I.O.C.F. hall, and the congregation is urged to attend.
The electors and ratepayers of Silver Creek express sincere appreciation to Walter McKay for forty years of service as Clerk. Due to ill health he cannot continue full duties, and the meeting urges retaining his advisory role in municipal affairs. Signed by Robt. Whiteman and L. L. Lewis.
Union Church notes a Girl's Club proposal to publish a study on Child Welfare in Manitoba. The group plans improvements to the Manse with cash on hand. The Presbyterian honor roll of WWI enlistments is completed and to be unveiled at a public meeting. Donations are sought for McLean Mission Winnipeg.
Notices describe a Sunday School supper and lantern slide program on December 26 in the church basement with free admission, plus Christmas services on December 24. Rev John Hellyar preaches at Union Church next Sunday, Mr Middleton at Douglas and addressing Branton Kiwanis. Miss McDonald’s Sunday School hosts a rainbow tea and sale December 15, admission 25c.
The Russell Agricultural Society held its annual seed grain and dressed poultry show in the school basement last Thursday. Stormy weather reduced entries, but winners were praised by judges Prof. Harrison and Mr. Larcombe. Prize winners included Marquis Wheat with C W Carruthers first and Rannie third. Oats and Rye also listed with multiple placers. After the show, the society elected its board with R A Stevens as President and J A Glen as Vice‑President. The public meeting in Union Church drew a small crowd due to the weather, with speakers including Prof. Harrison and Mr. Larcombe and musical numbers by local performers.
The notice lists multiple community Christmas events including Endcliffe Rochedale and Craigie Tree and Concerts with dates around December 21st and 22nd. It also mentions a Thunder Creek School box social and dance on December 15 and gift ideas from The Banner Book store. A Canadian publication note and pricing appear for The Banner Bookstore items.
Death reported for William Taylor 65 in Beaudry Quebec after CPR gravel train mishap in Russell. Inquest heard automatic coupling failed and seven empty cars ran downhill cutting off his legs. He died two days later at Winnipeg General Hospital.
R King and T C Martin lead as Mayor and council members in a tied local election. Councillors were re elected in the wards with names including John Holowaky Sankey Kar pusk Werboetski Nychak Prosyz Ganyk and others. Ward 4 details list Stephen Nychak Lester Prosyk and Michael Ganyk.
Acclaimed candidates listed for Wards 1 2 3 4 5 with Ward 6. Elections in Wards 1 and 6 set for Tuesday December 19. Individual names include Reeve Crerar Nield Sherritt Halli Chittick Peddie Mushumanski Darn Simpson.
A cryptic notice records a bowling and skel ding event at Russell on Monday November 11 with participants Mr. Robt. Iene and Mrs. J. Skelging.
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