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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 22, 1921
Page
5
The poem recalls Christmas in humble cot and stately hall with children’s laughter and song. Old Time is wished away as they await one great day. Adults revisit cherished memories and greet each other with a merry Christmas and a bright New Year.
Official assurances issued after Mer chants Bank and Bank of Montreal merger emphasize continued normal operations and depositor safety. Statements from Sir Hugh Montagu Allan and Sir Frederick Williams-Taylor affirm deposits at Merchants Bank of Canada remain secure. The piece recalls Merchants Bank’s early western expansion beginning in 1872 with a Winnipeg branch and initial risky venture.
Interest grows as four curling sheets are in use nightly with 17 rinks. A special draw for Monday lists Moore and Kippan Currie Lucas McKinnon Hughes McIntosh Jamieson Wilson Matheson Thom Blakely Marquis Glover Fenton Warrington. If a skip cannot play, he will be replaced by his third.
A Regina meeting of ministers and deputy ministers of agriculture from the three prairie provinces examined marketing conditions for farm products to uncover price spreads and where losses occur. The conference thoroughly discussed the agricultural and livestock situation across the western provinces.
Russell School staged The Prince and the Mistletoe drawing full houses at McRostie’s on Monday and Tuesday. The revived Russell Orchestra enhanced the show with bouquets to Mrs Smellie and Mrs Jamieson, as students and faculty celebrated prizes for arithmetic, spelling, and perfect attendance across grades from Kindergarten to Grade X.
A fragment notes subject results with Adelaide Stevens excellence and Annie and Whfred Morris among top performers. The school closes Friday December 23 and reopens Wednesday January 4 following the break.
In Russell Town H Clee was elected Mayor defeating Mesers P H Nel and J S Warrington. Rossburn village elected Dr O'Brien, AImiry W J Strongeing, and John Clark as councillors. Silver Creek elected Wr ick as councillor and John Mossumanski in Ward 5. Shellmouth elected John Mc over Thos McLennan for Reeveship. Win. ard Amice Robin and John Berk defeated rivals for councillors in their municipalities.
The church hosts Xmas Tree entertainment this Thursday with Usual service at 11. Next Sunday a Bible Class review of the Life of St Paul is planned. The Elders and Managers met at Mrs John McLennan’s to discuss finances. a circular will be sent to homes seeking prayer and fund-raising to square the church debt by year end.
Mr John Anderson of Russell visits the district while Robt Whiteman continues lectures in Brandon. Henry Cochrane left for the East to visit his mother. A F M executive meeting discussed 1922 membership at 2 dollars arrears. Farmers visit Rossburn with grists for the flour mill proving profitable. A bonspiel occurred with fourteen rinks, including Russell and Anguilla entries, ice in good condition and high scores. Ladies served church meals raising about 400 dollars for Armenians and Children’s Aid.
Rossburn reports the Rebekah poverty ball on Friday was a great success with extra fines for attire. Music was fast and well received. Christmas gifts go to Wickette with some for her. A Christmas tree entertainment is planned for the 23rd with Santa. Chesney, longtime resident, died in Neepawa on Friday due to cancer operation. funeral held at Vista.
The Christmas season is celebrated with sermons and music at the Presbyterian church. A Christmas dinner and carols followed the Sunday School party. Children donate gifts to the hospital and next week’s open collection supports the Children's Aid. Year-end SS, Bible class, and committee meetings are announced, with contributions due by month end.
Christmas Day services at Christ Church include 9:30 Holy Communion 11:00 Holy Communion with choral music at 11, 6:15 p.m. carol service, and 7 p.m. evensong with sermon. Junior choir sings afternoon service. festive music and old carols planned. Sunday School Treat on Holy Innocents Day, December 28 at 3:15 p.m. then parade to I.C.C.F. Hall for the treat.
Annual meeting names President Mrs Teulon Vice Pres Mrs Ridgeway Secy Treas Mrs D C Stewart and several directors. Local news mentions holiday events Carnival skating bonspiel and upcoming changes to The Banner publication schedule. Also notes visits, hospital updates, lodge officers, and gift shop promotions at The Banner Bookstore.
The Angusville W M S Auxiliary met at Mrs Wm Chittick's home on the 15th. Mrs (Dr) Lewis was elected President and Mrs Saunders Vice-President. They noted the resignation of the former president who moved to Russell. A paper on The Church and its Missions was read, and Mrs Saunders discussed titheing and church contributions. Mrs Bell was absent due to illness but sent a generous contribution.
A Harrowby church lists a Christmas service at 1 pm and a second at 2 pm with details for parishioners. The event marks the holiday observance in the community.
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