Local Notes Highlight Social and Club Events
Mr and Mrs Peter Chipelski celebrate their Silver Wedding Anniversary on January 19 Arlene of Brandon College attended the celebration Mrs Peter Chipelski served as regional representative of the west division for the Manitoba Hospital Auxiliary Association in Winnipeg Mrs Marshall Glasman Mrs Bob Esplen visited with their brother Benenet in Milwaukee Wisconsin Joe Semochko returned January 15 from Scotland with daughter and son in law Alistair Burnett in London Paris A 1973 calendar of local events includes Russell 4H Beef Club concert February 9 Kinettes Valentine Tea February 10 Binsearth Ladies Bonspiel February 9 10 11 St Josephs Cash Bingo every Tuesday night Major Pratt School graduation pictures on display through February 16 at The Major Pratt School color photos with prices listed
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Peter Chipelski
Arlene
Brandon College
Manitoba Hospital Auxiliary Association
Winnipeg
West Division
Yes
Marshall Glasman
Bob Esplen
Benenet
Waukee
Wisconsin
Joe Semochko
Scotland
Alistair Burnett
London
Pacis
Sula
Binsearth
Jean Thompson
Olive Desaulnier
St. Joseph’s
Humidity, Home Humidifiers Help Weather Colds
Extension home economist outlines how low humidity worsens colds and dry throats, and how humidifiers—portable or system attached—improve comfort and energy use. She details humidifier types, sizing rules per 10 000 cubic feet, and practical tips like using shallow boxes with golf tees to prevent thread tangles.
Lidelife Ladies Group Holds 1973 Kickoff Meeting
The Lideliff Ladies Group met at Helen McKays for its first 1973 gathering with 10 members. New Year resolutions were recorded. A $5 donation to the March of Dimes was approved. The year’s program will be prepared before February’s meeting on February 21 at Violet Mundles with a social hour and luncheon. Maizie shared a reading on wedding anniversaries.
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Lidelife
Lideliff
Helen McKays
Violet Mundles
Lumch
Helen
Maizie
Dropmore District News Highlights Local Visits and Events
The District's community notes cover weekend visits among families including Mr. and Mrs. Doole and Earl Sprages, get well wishes for Mrs. Rawlings, and several social events. Tele phone whist parties yielded prizes, with host families listed. Church services, upcoming wider parish meeting at Knox United, and travel details between Russell, Roblin and Winnipeg are noted. A stamp collection drive reaches 9238 total, supporting the Lep rosy Museum and Brandon Mental Hospital.
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Russell District Hospital
Phil Zimmer
Garry Digby
Joe Pironiuk
Wilbert Morrison
W. G. Ferris
W. Doole
Maurice Digby
F. M. Rawlings
Marion Pardy
Dropmore United Church
Knox United Church
Russell
Jim Shearar
Roblin District Hospital
Ted. Schartz
Mose
M. Digby
Winnipeg
J. S. Robertson
Inlaw
J. Denover
Cheryl
Sheila
Leprosy Museum
Toronto
Brandon Mental Hospital
Phil’ Zimmer
J. 8. Robertson
W. M. Rawlings
Robertson
Community Schools Program Meeting on January 29
A notice from Greg Hartnup about the Community Schools Program requests discussion on canceling winter badminton due to low attendance. A meeting will be held in the Major Pratt Collegiate gym on Monday January 29 at 8:00 p.m. to decide future activities and other adult recreational options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Major Pratt Collegiate
Russell Library
Reggies Ramblings and a Manitoba Budget Tease
A jumble of local notes mocks a 107th birthday warning about snow shoveling and smoking. It cites bankrupt organizers on Portage Avenue seeking 36 cents on the dollar, offers condolences to Jean and family, recalls a Commons exchange over theatrical costs, and notes Safeway stores losing carts. The Manitoba government says it will spend 6.3 million to create jobs.
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Portage Avenue
Winnipeg
Safeway
Ontario
Ane
Manitoba
Vancouver man charges Prime Minister with obscene language
A Vancouver man has filed charges accusing the Prime Minister of using obscene language. The complaint targets a summer gathering involving university and high school students, suggesting older graduates feel they were born too soon and that Pierre is being singled out.
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Pierre
Vancouver
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John Hyde
Silverton
Kinettes
United Church
Carl
Pratt
Extension Home Economist
Northwest
Russell Insurance Agencies
Burgess RC
Smeilic
Avalon
the Biscuit Eater
Walt Disney Production
Lee Marvin
Murder
Mature
Solo
Kelloggs
RYPE
Apple Juice
McCormicks
Dropmore District News
R.D.C.G
Rd.cg. Church Club
Howard Ferris
D. A. Bradley-Hunt
J.S. Robertson
Greg Hartnup
Inglis
Wally Henderson
Junior Hich
Reggie
Portage
Jean
David Lewis
Russell Taxi
Robert Jackson
Wally
Armstrong
Buckley
M.S.R
M.S.R.P
A.R.P
Reavies’ Pharmacy
Reavie’s
Russell Banner
Russell Toastmistress Club
Russell Toastmistresses Club
John K. Collins
C/O
Russell Toastmasters’ Club
Russell Rams
Russell Memorial Arena
Rossburn
Wheatleys
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