Russell Banner in Russell, Manitoba

Manitoba Butter Convention Draws Big Interest at Fort Garry

The Manitoba Diary Association schedules its largest convention at the Fort Garry Hotel Winnipeg January 31 and February 1 with a major butter competition featuring over 500 samples of 14 pounds each and prizes totaling 80000. Samples from Manitoba Alberta and Saskatchewan compete judged by officials from Montreal and Vancouver for export readiness. Also noted are rail fare arrangements and calls for attendees with contact through Dairy Commissioner L A Gibson. Sir Mackenzie Bowell dies in Ontario at 64. Germany loses overseas colonies. Canada licenses required for vegetable and fruit dealers.