16 Dec 1937
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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 16, 1937
Page
1
Murray Shaw oversees the ow engine and elevator mechanics at Millwood station. Ben Clee becomes assistant at McGregor station as part of the latest staffing moves.
Mise McKay of Winnineg hosts third foods and last Thursday gathering at a lawyer's meeting. A farewell honor for Mr Mungham with a gift from the club and friends. AFC hockey game and Strathclair trip noted. Weekend train schedule shows arrivals at 2 am Saturday and departures Monday morning.
Andrew B Gladson of Harrowby dies at hospital here after six years in poor health. Born in 1868 at West Prairie Wisconsin he moved to Courentriage Saskatchewan in 1900 to teach then relocated to Harrowby in 1984 where he spent his later years. Funeral services were held Tuesday with Norris Cronk Robt Self and W. wr Noms among those noted.
Councillors Rebver McKines Shaw John Rea and T Madin join Houston K Smith and R Burrows as Silver Creek W J Chittick backs councillor role. The formation outlines local governance shifts as Shelimouth takes shape.
25 YEARS AGO-1912 notes a new Chinese restaurant opening on the vacant era street near Union Bank. Reelection results list Peter Hyde, T. McLennan, H. V. Bailey, and others across several municipalities. Chief figures include Rutherford, Jenale, Hyde, Crerar, and Nyde with majorities around $600 in the Dominion election context.
The Elks present a Christmas tree and concert for children next Wednesday evening at the Vets hall. Local youths are invited to attend the festive event featuring songs and decorations.
The town arranged skating supervision for children with per schedule Mondays Fridays and Saturdays. Listed are the named supervisors by dates including Mrs Langford Mrs Cameron Miss Stapies and others. F Mathes rink notes water and feed for stock at Nick Gallant's farm. Roman Derkach is a patient at Sacred Heart Hospital and is wished a rapid recovery.
Silvert on hosts a Christmas concert and tree event in the hall on Monday evening December 20. The UFW reports a strong meeting with letters read from central correspondents and partial updates on work. New directors Mrs Ratcliffe and Mrs Dick Cochrane join, funds sent to Central and district offices, packing for a box to the Robertson House, and a motor trip update from Celiton’s week. Birth announced for Fred Hertien’s daughter on December 9. Roads remain rough between Silvert on and Russell. a Christmas cake ticket promotion offers a free vase. Dooley’s returns are noted and Mr D C Stewart remains bedridden awaiting better weather.
The CPR announces a Saturday timetable with a late night arrival to Ragell shortly after midnight and a 12 27 departure for Inglis. The train leaves Wmn Mipex at 3 35 Saturday afternoon and runs at the regular schedule Monday morning. Officials say the change comes after eastern towns demanded it, but western towns fear inconvenience. It is considered an experimental shift that may revert if unsatisfactory.
Posters announce a Monday hockey tournament at the rink on December 20 with prizes of 1040 per win and 15.00 for the final. The Hockey club sponsors the event and seeks broad local support from Russell and district. tickets go on sale today.
The item outlines Advent schedule at Christ Church including December 19 and 20 events with Sunday school and a concert. It notes Christmas tree and concert, and lists church officers George Wishart vice-president L Miller secretary A S Wallace. Also mentions local sports: detested hockey club and ladies curling teams with several named participants.
Rossburn residents hear of Hogmanay Night in the new hall and a Christmas concert on December 23. W W Wilson will move into his new office, while Mrs Jennins returns after a three month visit. Judge Simpson from Minnedosa attended naturalizations. Mrs Stabley returns improved from Shoal Lake Hospital. Fur farmers busy pelting foxes and minks. A petition to bring Hydro service to Rossburn gains support. Suits and Thos McDonald honeymooned in Winnipeg. Geo. Reynolds of galtcoats revisits old acquaintances. Boy Scouts repair old toys for Ross and district children. collect old toys from Rev. Coleman or at the hotel banquet.
The Endeiffe Ladies' Social Society gathered at Mrs T Simms with strong attendance despite cold weather. Mrs A Woodard offered her home for January, as members anticipate New Year remarks. D Pita visited relatives in Shevlin. George Pitts works on the rink for skating and carding. the group looks forward to opening day and a December 17 social evening.
Nick Hyra suffered a severe arm injury after being tossed from a straw load last week. Miss Anne Laskowski has recovered from a long illness. The latest sleighing supply shows terriers from Silverton and Anguaville now hauling feed from here. Bligh and sons of Spy Hill Sask.
Harrowby residents are urged to attend the Harrowby Christmas Concert on Wednesday December 22. Mrs N Williams left Saturday night for a holiday at Binscarth and Shoal Lake. Mrs J Hicks and daughter from Storchbridge attended their father’s funeral on Tuesday. Arthur Olson took a bus trip to Birtle over the weekend. Mr and Mrs H Matheson with Lorna and Billie spent Wednesday at Bin earth. Frank Percy visited Langenburg on Thursday and kept in touch with friends.
The note lists students including Lechowits P Chit tick Woroneski Kennedy Pierce Chaytor Woroneski Pierce Young Russell Forsyth Mann Deliepper Hembroft Fenton Peterson Hott man Hancock Mather Mosoronchon Hodgkins as participants or attendees.
The senior hockey season opened with Russell defeating Langenburg 10 to 3 before a fair crowd. A week later Russell drew 6-4 with Langenburg in a fast, well-matched game. Lineups included Caul Schnell Mite for Langenburg and Dellepper R Clement McKinnon Hembrott Dolph J Clement P McKinnon for Russell.
The Ladies Hospital Aid held a Xmas tea and draw for the Xmas Cake in Fontaine's store on Saturday December 11. Rev Kochan of Regina won the cake while Sister Martha and Ms Freeman Lamb received prizes for selling tickets. A large crowd attended, and funds for the Hospital Aid increased. The group thanks all who contributed to the success.
Biretail of driving suspended for winter months. J L Manders plans to stay in the city while Wm Finch and Mrs Finch take charge. Harry Avery, now in Winnipeg, visits. The article lampoons feed shortages with a verse about Polly Wolly Doodle. Christmas services will be held at Wesley Church next Sunday with Rev W Coleman officiating.
The piece discusses gasoline taxation as a revenue tool, noting it emerged after 1919 in North Dakota New Mexico and other states. It explains ongoing debates over whether the tax is a user fee or general levy, and highlights how rates varied, with Canada and Ontario showing different cents per gallon levels. The text argues that while taxes grew, clarity about purpose varied and consumer prices rose accordingly.
The gross revenues of the Canadian National Railways System for the period ending November 20, 1937 rose to 5,002,639 dollars, up from 4,633,071 dollars for the same period in 1936, an increase of 369,568 dollars.
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