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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 15, 1949
Page
6
The text mixes ice rescue guidance from Red Cross with reflections on Sunday sports and the era’s attitudes. It covers rescuing someone on thin ice using poles and improvised tools, staying with a vehicle, and carrying survival gear in winter. It then discusses Sunday sports, public opinion, and the push for or against commercialization of Sunday activities.
Three options for farmers include an official government germination test with a nominal fee, a printed instruction card available by request, and sending a sample of about 8 ounces to a Line Elevator associated with the Department for free forwarding.
A hunter accidentally shoots a fellow hunter in the woods, revealing how misidentifications and accidents occur in hunting. The piece cites NRA and Canadian Civilian Association of Marksmen data showing no accidental shootings by members, arguing safety rules on ranges translate to bush safety and urging readers to join local shooting clubs and practice safety until instinctive.
A brief discussion on proper observance of Sunday notes its influence and the biases that accompany arguments for and against a broader opening. The text reflects religious and cultural tensions surrounding Sunday practices.
Farmers in Pembina District Alberta opened a regional seed cleaning plant designed with modern machinery to clean seed to registered grades if needed. The plant will remove weed seeds and foreign grains. government and municipality funded one third each, with farmers supplying the rest. Minister D A Ure attended, praising self help over reliance on government.
Classic pie from the Recipe Corner using a pastry of flour salt shortening and cold water. Filling combines mincemeat apples and a splash of sherry flavoring for a traditional fruit pie.
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