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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 11, 1945
Page
3
Private Ernest A. Smoky Smith, famed Victoria Cross recipient, completed a dramatic homecoming after a 10,000 mile air journey from overseas to New Westminster BC. He, celebrated as the one-man army, earned the VC for remarkable battlefield actions.
Local readers recall holiday travelers and community updates. Names of residents visiting relatives, service members abroad, and returning from other cities appear alongside family notices. Notable items include a fatal overseas loss, charity drives, blood donation efforts, and community events such as a New Year dance.
A Red Cross sewing and quilting bee will be held in Inglis hall on Tuesday afternoon January 16.
Mrs H Darragh returned to Estevan after a brief visit with her husband. Miss Lois Cochrane headed back to Winnipeg to resume studies at Winnipeg Normal School. Mrs S Vincent remained in Winnipeg for medical care over the holidays and is hoped to recover swiftly. Margaret Broadfoot returned to teaching duties near Dauphin while Agnes Broadfoot joins the staff at Dauphin General Hospital. A Pool meeting was held in the town.
Skaters take to the newly prepared rink with anticipation as the surface awaits their routine, signaling readiness for upcoming performances and events.
The people of the district join in wishing Mrs. Vincent a speedy recovery. Miss Janet McLeod visits at the home of Mr and Mrs Vic Ferguson in Angusville. A party was held at the home of Mr and Mrs Fred Hertlein on Friday. Bob Nickel, visiting the district, returned to Rockcliffe Ontario. Lyle Nickel returned to Winnipeg after spending Christmas at home.
The Craigie Red Cross work group met at Mrs. Cooke's home with nine members. A Christmas concert on December 28 raised 34.13, and 70.00 was sent to Red Cross headquarters in Russell. Twelve sewing articles and several knitted items were turned in. next meeting set for Feb. 6 at Mrs. Smart's.
Clift Wishart of Winnipeg spends a two week holiday with Bob Switzer of Portage la Prairie and visits the Haas home. Funeral services for Dick Leay were held at Dromore on Wednesday January 10. Noreen McInnis and Louise Knous of the RCAF WD spent New Year’s leave with Mrs Meinnis. Harry Kelly from Shilo Army spent time at the Johnsons and with friends.
Sgt Carolyn Rubel of the RCAF is on short leave in Winnipeg with parents Mr and Mrs Tony Rubel. Elsise Cipryk travels to Winnipeg for medical care with her father Jacob Cipryk. Mr and Mrs Chris Liske spent New Year’s visiting in Shevlin. Tom Rubel returns to Riding Mountain school Tuesday. Catherine Robertson returns to Roblin after holidays. Mr and Mrs Otto Gertz and Brian attend Ruth Gertz and Stan Speck’s wedding in Inglis. Mr and Mrs August Liske and Ida Weir wed New Year’s Day. Mr and Mrs George Hardy and family celebrate Hogmanay at J R Robertson home. Mr and Mrs Sim Fedorchuk welcomed a daughter. Mrs A Gibson visits her father Wm Chernecky. Adam Cioryk of Inglis visits his brother J Cioryk.
A letter to the editor from Milburn Chantigny expresses gratitude for funds collected for soldiers overseas. He notes receiving a parcel in good condition and hopes to return home soon to meet those aiding the cause.
A concise call to action urging people who care to become people who dare as a path toward national unity beginning with foundational steps at home.
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