30 Dec 1965
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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 30, 1965
Page
1
Excerpt from Nellie McClung writings describes late summer grain ripening on the prairie. Vivid imagery captures golden fields blue horizons dewy nights and the scent of harvest. The piece references the book Recalled to Life by M J G McMullen.
Welwyn rink led by Roy Cuthill claimed the 299 dollar prize in the local cash spiel with a 16 rink field. Out of town and local teams shared the awards with semi finalists earning portions while Cubtin beat the Dauphin rink of Main and Milner in the final.
A six and one half mile survey was completed on the ice this winter using a tellurometer. The instrument saw use again this year in retracement surveys around the Shellmouth reservoir project.
A Manitoba expert argues for feed lots to finish cattle due to unprofitable cow-calf operations on productive land. He notes syndicates may build large facilities unless locals invest. Mechanization is key to boosting beef production as farm labour remains scarce. owners should study mechanized feed lots and plan modernization.
Manitoba farmers will appear on a five program CBC prairie TV series from January 10 to 14. Partner roles vary from brief appearances to longer remarks about their farms as much of the content was filmed on prairie farms to show farming practices to viewers.
A joint session sponsored by the Pelly Trail Teachers Association and the Manitoba Association of School Trustees will gather at Major Pratt Collegiate in Russell on Monday January 10 at 9:00 am. It invites all school boards the Pelly Trail Division and aims to include municipal councils and groups like Home and School. Topics include progress toward a single school area board for Petty Trail and related taxing questions.
The fifth and sixth mobile driver testing units begin operations December 20. One unit operates from Brandon serving the southwest, with testing every second week in Mont, Melita, Hartney, Boissevain, MacGregor, Reston, Deloraine, and Killarney. The sixth unit covers Neepawa and McCreary weekly, and Strickon, Plumas, Minnedosas, WangaRuth, and Gledstone every second week. Prospective drivers must pass written and visual tests before an instruction permit, then a road test for licensure.
In 1965 Manitoba saw July as the busiest month for marriages with 963 unions, followed by August 837, September 771, October 757, and June 763. The year prior ranked fifth in order of marriages with a different distribution.
A small experimental herd of free roaming bison will be released in a 200000 acre area east of The Pas between Moose Lake and Mawdesey Lake. The project, led by Manitoba Department of Mines and Resources and Canadian Vulture Service, aims to test survival in a Plains like habitat. If successful a larger release will follow.
Manitoba plans a 1968 early morning course for insecticide dealers. The program targets those without 1965 licences and offers a $10 examination and licence fee. Dealers licensed in 1965 are exempt from the full course but must still complete the examination to obtain a new licence.
A brief item notes Christmas messages read by Mrs H Way and Mrs C Hodgkins while holidaying at Saanch ton BC. A letter from Mrs at the Winnipeg Book Market is mentioned. The piece highlights contributions to the Teed Peace Garden Fund and related collections.
Representatives from Manitoba and New Brunswick debated hunter training programs and safety measures. Delegates examined current provincial training, cross province program acceptance, qualification of new Canadians as hunter safety candidates, and the use of colored clothing to improve big game hunt safety.
A free pocket size pamphlet from the Home and School Center led by Winnipeg principal V adder aims to reach every parent with young children over two years. Writer Ted Ring summarizes practical ideas from librarians, psychologists, and book lovers to foster children’s reading: hints for a home bookshelf, lists of books, taking time to read aloud, and easy access to materials. Contact local Home and School or write Home and School 370 Dundas Street W Toronto for a copy.
Fragmented meditation notes describe past mining and forest fires leaving scars. It speaks of vegetation restoring the land and finding renewal through accepting Christ's path, shaping a humble life in Him.
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