Russell residents foresee growth with new services and schools
A year end review highlights Russell’s progress in 1965 including a new water supply and natural gas, $288,845 in building permits plus a $116,000 Major Pratt Collegiate expansion, and plans for two hospitals and a large elementary school in 1967. Citizens emphasize housing, a seniors home, a pool, and an artificial ice rink as steps to make Russell a better community.
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Braendle
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Ten Year Statistical Report From Russell Sacred Heart Hospital
A ten year statistical summary from Sacred Heart Hospital in Russell notes bed adjustments post survey, expanding from 26 to 36 due to admissions. It tracks population trends and admissions by district, with increases mainly from Manitoba regions Roblin and Rossburn, while Crutch area towns show less change. Continued on page
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Shellmouth
Manitoba
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Cape
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Sacred Heart Ital
Progress Report of iLegion Branch 159 Meeting Notes
Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 150 reports service efforts including a district meeting at Minnedosa, a zone rally, community barbecues at Suver Beach, and a well attended November 11 parade. The Red Cross canvass saw lower receipts, a summer float raised funds for the Legion and Elks joint project, and new officers are announced with Stan Yankoski as President and Canon EB H Hyett as Padre among others.
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Rayal Canadian Legion
Ralph Hopinson
Legion
Minnedosa
Suver Beach
The
Elks
Fort William
Foxwarren
Red Cross
Sussell
Elks Legion
Legion's Counsell
Royal Canadian Legion
Stan Yankoski
Ast
Len Loney
Ken Munro
Ross Kiepery
Lower Northern Rates Effective January 23
Rates for the Lower Northern region take effect January 23, with new pricing outlined for distance based charges. Officials confirm adjustments apply to freight and passenger services, detailing implementation dates and affected routes.
Rams at Home Saturday Night to Host Winnipegosis
League play resumes after a festive recess as Russell Rams play at home Saturday evening against Winnipegosis. A large crowd is expected as the team aims to rebound after a 95 point loss to Grandview on Tuesday.
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Winnipegosis
Grandview
Local Legionaires Win Area Playoff
Local Legionaires swept the round robin to win the area playdowns in the Royal Canadian Legion competition advancing to zone playoffs likely in Brandon. Teams from Birtle Foxwarren Russell Mindy Goodmangan Stan Yankoski Roy Whitmer and Ross Kieper competed with Russell and Birtle posting wins and losses in tight games.
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Birtle
L. Fulton
Foxwarren
M Nae
H. Graham
Russell
Roy Whitmer
Mindy Goodmangan
Stan Yankoski
Ross Kieper
Binsearth
Youth Education and 4H Club Achievements Highlighted
In Canada youth under 21 form over half the population and deserve strong education beyond academics. The 4H Club network, with 184 members in 12 clubs in 1965, supported judging events, jamborees, concerts, parades, and community service while awarding top members like Murray Tibbatts and Janeelle Bousner with gold watches for dedication.
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Murray Tibbatts
Binsear the
Murray
Russell-Roblin
North Dakota
Manitoba Safety Council
Council Holds Short Statutory Session
Town accounts show water works and supplies totaling 31000 of 37173 dollars. Council agreed to retain payments by town employees and to not remove a Main Street building north of a dry cleaning plant. The property will extend the current building to include a laundromat.
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Connell
Tates
Vital Statistics Show Female Population Gain
The report notes a year 65 total of 132 with 65 males and 74 females, down 18 from 1964. Marriages declined from 20 in 1964 to 17 in 1965. Only two marriages occurred in the first six months, and deaths in 2005 totaled 29 with 19 males and 10 females, five fewer than the prior year.
Memorial Rink Schedule Overview by Time Slots
Memorial Rink offers a weekly skating schedule with varied ages. Figure skating from 4 to 6 pm, 7 to 8 30 pm for 14 and under, and 8 30 to 10 pm for 16 and under hockey. Preschool skate 1 to 4 pm Wednesday, open skating 7 10 pm, and intermediate tactics 30 to 11 pm. Thursday features preschool 1 to 4 pm, 7 to 8 90 pm 14 and under hockey, 8 30 to 10 pm 16 and under hockey. Friday includes 4 to 6 pm 12 and under, 7 to 8 pm 10 and under, 9 pm to 12 pm figure skating, 1 to 2 pm 10 and under, 2 to 4 pm 12 and under, and open and free skating 1 to 10 pm and 2 to 5 pm.
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Tore
Hay Gillespie Memorial Trophy Curling Season Ends
The Sand-Over Curling Club in Bus Sell host Monday or Thursday sessions with six rinks this season. Average player age exceeds 70, and round robin play will determine the first holder of the Hay Gillespie Memorial Trophy honoring Thickett and Binscarth rink Bi Barat Gia.
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Gillespie
Binscarth
Skiers Welcome Heavy Snowfall
Russell Ski Club prepares for the season as ski school starts Saturday January 8 at 2 00 pm. The free course welcomes all children and students with parental consent and own equipment. Ken Reavie named president. general meeting planned if enough members attend. Carling Breweries funds fiberglass toboggan for the Ski Patrol. volunteers sought for kitchen needs.
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Russell
Ken Reavie
Reavie
Bill Gallinger
Carling Breweries
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