Local Notes and Social Happenings Card
Mrs Baring returns from city touch improved in health. Mr Myre celebrates rejoicing. Mr Perrine welcomes a fine baby boy. Dr D Black hopes to return soon and lecture February 6 at Bavelaw school on missionary work with lantern slides. Dr Rick and wife plan Formosa mission. Bella souzd wedding in December. Congratulations to George Robinson. S May arrives from Winnipeg to stay with his brother.
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Rick
Formosa
Diack
Bella Souzd
Decaby
George Robinson
S. May
Winnipeg
U S and S Farmers Advised to Hold Down Acreage
The Department of Agriculture warns American farmers to reduce 1925 crop plantings to 1924 acreage to prevent a market glut and price drops. It forecasts lower incomes in the wheat and corn belts, with foreign demand stable but competition from Canada Argentina and Australia increasing.
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Department of Agriculture
Europe
United States
Canada
Argentine
Australia
Grain Markets Lure Farmers to Speculate Wary of Losses
Farmers join the winter grain trading boom amid tales of big wins from shoestring bets. While stories of thousands gained circulate, many who chase easy money in bull markets end up losing in the long run.
Manitoba Municipal Statistics Report For 1924 Tax Impositions
The 1924 urban and rural Manitoba tax impositions totalled 17 954 483 73 dollars with a debenture indebtedness of 73 944 104 93. At year end 1323 the debt stood 73 565 62 94. Allocation across five years shows municipal 6 471 470 07, school 5 276 188 5090, special school 1 137 597 47, debenture 2 5 56, municipal commissions 1 967 617 83.
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Manitoba
Cod
Real estate assessment figures for 1923 province
The article shows real estate valuation details for 1923 including a total property value of 624 404 with exemptions totaling 13 and a farm sector noted. It mentions personal property value 458 060 and business value 1 776. Population cited as 6 850.
Farewell Party Held for Miss Olive Collier
A small gathering at Mrs. K. Pint 9 hosted by several workers in the telephone office to honor Miss Olive Collier chief operator. Mrs. Pint read an address praising Miss Collier’s character and service, and Miss Jessie Anderson presented a white ivory mirror as a leaving gift. Miss Collier departs soon for her home near Macgregor.
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K. Pint
Olive Coller
Robinson Stevens Wedding Hallmarked by Farm Residence Ceremony
The marriage of Sirvilla Adelaide Robinson Stevens to Arthur K. Inon took place at Roy Stevens farm on January 29 at 4 pm. The event featured Miss Ethel Robinson as organizer and Rev. Middleton officiating. The bride wore silver brocade and pink silk. Guests gave gifts including a pearls and brooches. The couple will reside on the Millwood district farm.
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Roy Stevens
Bess
Sirvilla Adelaide
Esther Stevens
Phillip Robinson
C. Middleton
Union Church
Mr. Robinson
Milwee!istrict
Silerton Community News and Church Roundup
Large attendance at church as Rev J E B Ayre speaks on Bible Society work. Collection of 17.90 for the society’s causes. New officers announced led by Mrs W E Hargreaves president and W H Burton secretary. Seed oats purchase approved by the UFM. Earle Keating improving and S G Keating travels to Winnipeg. Local rink won a prize at the Rossburn spiel. Peanut drive teased with a forthcoming surprise. H Ebbern ill in Russell. WFS meeting at Mrs Hargreaves home on Jan 28 with a study talk and luncheon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. EB. Ayre
T. Bailey
Ayre
The
Bible Society
Bhsin Societye
W. E. Hargreaves
W. H. Bureton
South
A. Rutherford
M. Coulter
S. Keating
H. Cochrane
U.F.M
Earle Keating
S. G. Keating
Winnipeg
Rossburn
H. Ebbern
Russell
W.F.S
W. Hargreaves
Shoal Lake Creamery Wins Sweepstakes Honors
The Shoal Lake Creamery placed high at a Winnipeg competition last week, securing 1st in Wyandotte Special and 1st in De Lay Special, along with 2nd in O'd Sol Manufacturers Special and Diamond Crystal Salt Special. Ten prizes were offered in total.
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Shoal Lake Creamery
Barmpetition
Winnipeg
Endcliffe Pupils Earn Top Marks Across January Grading
Endcliffe pupils excel in January reports with Grade VIII K Simms Grade V F Nerbas Grade IV A Alex Stevenson Grade II Minnie Nerbas Grade H Billy Stewart Grade 1 H Pagan achieving high marks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. Simms
F._ Nerbas
Alex Stevenson
Minnie Nerbas
Billy Stewart
H. Pagan
Inglis Discloses Sunday Services Amid Torn Weather Delays
Inglis announced at a church service that in anticipation of spring breakup further notices would come to Inglis every Sunday if the weather permits. The plan hinges on weather conditions delaying or delaying the spring readings.
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Mt. Midieton
Inglis
Rossburn Curling Club hosts Rossburn event and boys work drive
The Rossburn Curling Club held a 24-rink bonspiel with winners Shipley Rossburn and Williamson Fesshern dominating the Grand Challenge and Consolation. Prizes listed. event included Sister activities with the Manitoba Boys' Work Board fundraising bond drive for youth programs led by Rev. F C Middleton and D R Poole.
Mr and Mrs N R Park Honored At Union Church Social
A pleasant social evening at Union Church honored Mr and Mrs N R Park before their move to California. J Allison read an appreciation of Parks service on town council, Trail Ranger Bars leadership, and church elder duties. Mrs Park was praised for social and musical contributions. The program featured music, readings, contests and games, with lunch by the ladies.
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Union Church
N. R Park
Californa
J. Allison
Heard of Minttcers
Park
Trail Ranger
Smithe
Edsar
Union Church Notes Promising Weekend Services
Sunday school attendance neared 2050 with warmer weather expected to boost numbers next Sunday. The adult Bible class and choir received praise for last week led by the new conductor. The choir will perform The Magnificat by Caleb Simper Sunday evening. The pastor will speak Amops the preacher of Right eousness, a study in the message of the prophets. Evening service continues Genesis stories with The work of the second Adam teamr saved With that of the first Adam. Edna Reed soprano soloist from Toronto appears Monday evening February 9 with a concert at the church auditorium. tickets available at the Drug Store.
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Caleb Simper
Amops
Edna Reed
Toronto
Ireland Faces Worst Potato Famine Since 1879
Dublin correspondent for the Daily Mail reports Ireland endures the worst potato famine since 1879 as heavy rains ruin crops in the south and west. Peat supply reduced and the government sells coal at cut prices to aid the needy.
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Ireland
Dublin
Daily Mail
Christ Church Notes Sunday Service Times
Sunday February schedule lists Sunday School at 2 30 pm and Evening Prayer at 7 pm for Christ Church readers. Local clergy announce devotional periods and timings for parish members with no further events.
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Christ Church
Russell Agricultural Society Directors Meeting Announced
A meeting of the Russell Agricultural Society directors will be held in the office of Mr. Glen on Saturday February 14 at 3 o'clock.
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Russell Agricultural Soc
Glen
Manitoba Dairy Association Annual Convention Reaffirms Cooperation
At Fort Garry Hotel Winnipeg January 27 28 and 29 the Manitoba Dairy Association along with the Dairy Manufacturers Association of Manitoba and the Milk Producers Association of Winnipeg held discussions on improving industry cooperation. Speakers including Prof Ellis Archibald and others addressed milk production profitability and better feeding. Officers elected for 1925 included I Ingaldson president of the Dairy Manufacturers Association and J H Farthing president of the Manitoba Dairy Association with regional attendees noted.
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Fort Garry Hotel
Winnipeg
Dairy Manufacturers Association of Manitoba
Milk Producers Association of Winnipeg
Bracken
T H. Rembal
W. A. Wilson
Dominion
Toase
Ellis
M.A.C
Ss. Archibald
Ottawa
G. F. Hutton
H. Eckles
University of Minnesota
F. H. Marsh
Fank
Torette
Dairy Manufacturers Association
I. Ingaldson
L. A. Gitson
J. Hillhouse
J. R. Nesbit
Alex fcKay
Frank Schnitz
J. M. Carruthers
Fothering
Rem
Spiers
J. Breckner
Manitoba
Dairy Association
J. H. Farthing
W. G. Tovell
L. A. Gibson
Alex McKay
E. A. August
T. H Rumball
C. W. McMillen
J. Villeneuve Freeert
Messrs. Langford
Kelso
Farthine
Russell School Senior Grades Led by Zaidee Boulton and Others
The senior school last week was led by Zaidee Boulton at XI and Thelma Middleton at X, with Gertrude Buchanan at IX and Mary Kennedy at VII, while Elsie Winsmore also featured in the rankings.
Shipley rink shines as Rossburn bonspiel ends undefeated
Curling notes report Shipley rink finished the Rossburn bonspiel unbeaten but gave up the last game to return home. Shellmouth bonspiel awaits, with two or three rinks planning to attend from here. Winnipeg Bonspiel under way with about 207 rinks. Angusville and Fox Warren clubs send rinks from this region. Angusville Bonspiel set for Feb 18–20 with two open events and a consolation. The Blue Ribbon finale may be tonight between Clee Coventry winner and Matheson rink. Franklin Matheson challenged his dad in a semis, leading late but losing as his father scored late ends. A new knockout competition for four weeklies was started by the club.
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Shipley
Rossburn
Shellmouth
Winnipeg
Angusville
Foxwarren
Clee
Coventry
Matheson
Franklin Matheson
Franklin
Grain Growers' Elevator at Inglis Destroyed by Fire
A fire destroyed the Grain Growers Elevator at Inglis early Wednesday, wiping out about 27,000 bushels of grain and a C P R box car. The office and adjoining dwelling were saved, and the cause remains likely unsolved.
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Inglis
Innnis
Alex Kennedy
Reading list for beginner beekeepers in winter
Beekeeping novices should read core texts such as The Honey Bee by Langstroth and Dadant or Beekeeping by Dr Phillips and Productive Beekeeping by Franck C Pellett. Also keep ABC X Y Z of Beekeeping and subscribe to one or more journals like The Beekeeper or The American Bee Journal. Obtain Dominion Experiments Farms bulletins and circulars free from Ottawa.
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C. B. Gooderham
Dominion Apianist
Langstroth
Dadant
Phillips
Franck C. Pellett
ABC. & X.Y.Z
Beekeeper
Peterboro
Ontario
Western Gardener
Winnipeg
Manitoba
American Bee Journal
Hamilton
Ill
U.S.A
Medina
Ohio
L’ab—Eille
Casier
Quebec
P.Q
Dominion
Canada
Beekeeping Canada
Department of Aeg
Iculture
Central Experimental Farm
Ottawa
Cracknell UFM Local Plans February Demice at School
The Cracknell UFM local to hold two demice at Cracknell School on February 6. Gentlemen 5 cents. Ladies bring a basket. Roads are good, so a good time is expected.
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Cracknell U.F.M
Cracknell School
Notice to ratepayers in Russell RM on unoccupied lord tax
The Rural Municipality of Russell publishes a notice under the Municipal Assessment Act. The 92 percent assessment rolls for 1925 are open for inspection. a council sitting as a court of revision will be held in Russell on March 4 at 10 am. Claims must be filed 20 days prior. notices to be posted in the county seat. Dated Russell Manitoba January 31, 1925.
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Iais
Trail Ranger
Riday
Ames
Fathr and Son
F. C. Middleton
Boy Life of
Manitoba
Manitoba Boys’ Work Board
D. R. Poole
Russell
Ecgen
Rivierp
Russeil
Vancia
Tireeets Ia
Community notices from Park's area and local events
Local notices urge caution about heavy snow and road conditions while reporting plans for dances, meetings, and entertainment. Auntie events include a Valentine dance at Eadcliffe school and a Crystal Rebekah lodge program with tickets 75 cents. A new Winnipeg Weekly News issue is planned for March 6, and Miss Edna Reed returns to Russell for a Girls Club engagement on February 6.
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R. Thomson
Winnipeg
N. R. Park
A Greig
Brandon
Reston
Banner
Park
Eadcliffe School
J. H. Farthing
Manito: Dairymen’s Association
Inglis
J. L. McLeod
Stenen
Walter Henderson
Russell
Army & Navy Veterans
Women’s Institute
Valentine
A. G. P Smellie
Fontain
Laughton
St. Valentine’s
Crystal Rebekah Lodge
Union Church
Middleton
Adam
A. H. Leech
Edmonton
Alta
Alberta
Arthur
Manitoba
Winnipeg ‘Weekly News
Edna Reed
Teoronto
Girls’ Club
Reed
Loral Talent Tiykeps
Nelson
Aron’s First Bond Marks Turning Point in Finances
The purchase of his first bond signals a pivotal shift in his financial career. He gains pride in his growing sagacity as money begins to carry real meaning beyond entertainment.
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Aron
Real Church Union in Keystone Nebraska
A Keystone Nebraska church is described as a shared Catholic and Protestant house of worship. An altar faces one end and a pulpit the opposite, with reversible street-like seats so congregants face north for Catholic services and south for Protestant services. The piece presents the full scene as a compact portrait.
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Keystone
Nebraska
Provinces Press Federal Tax Cut On Liquor Revenue
Provincial governments seek a federal reduction in excise tax on liquor while Manitoba plans a fire hazard study in schools. The article argues history should be taught to foster intelligent future citizens, noting education reaches beyond current norms.
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Manitoba
Ferther
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Croesy
Lee
Bes
Scar Mae
U. S&s
Manitoba Municipal
Icarth
Robinson—Stevens
Silverton
Endcliffe
Rossburn Curling Club
Kelloe
Rvesell
Shepherd
Pollock
Williamson
Fesshurn
Tugen
C. Shepherd
Taylor
Carson
Citizen's
Stewart
Arbogast
Dawson
Armstrong
F. Shepherd
Citizen’s
Rubksell
Ross— Burn
Rosburn
Fatrer and Son
MR. and
Mrs. N. R. Park
Union Church Notes
Manitoba Dairy Association
Man
Park's
Real Church Union
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