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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 30, 1936
Page
1
John Mesefield, England's poet laureate, praised the late king in Los Angeles remarks. He called the ruler king in England's dire need and noted courage, kindness, and grace that united a nation through war and revolution fears.
Roche dale School hosted a January 11 event featuring Evelyn Tarrant Violet Bonsil Winnie Bonsil Jonsie Loughee Avice Hattie Maggi Hammond Dors Edward Grord Arete Lord Fred Promentr David Hasrickon Bill Growsm Tom Hodgson Jack McLaod Nelson Gilchrist Mr G Robb Jr acted as batsmen Me J Resail assisted in pies Thanks to Jimmie and Zoney Craig and others for their help A large crowd attended and the day was enjoyed. Peter Wishart dies at Ochre River Man long obituary lists family survivors. Reginald Calcutt buried at Roblin Man and Manitoba North Western Bonspiel Association holds annual meeting at Minnedosa. Health commandments conclude.
In 1920 after his return from overseas where he served with the Rognd battalion Mr Calcutt is survived by his widow three children one sister Mrs I Guise of Herb Lake M brothers Albert of Shevlin and Kit of Burrows Mo Interment was made in Roblin cemetery
Fragmented local notices describe health tips and pithy maxims, school plans, cattle shipment to Winnipeg, and a February WI meet program. Entries record village visitors, anniversaries, deaths, church services for King George V, and community club events.
A busy period with sawing for wood due to frost, a W A meeting set for February 6 at Mrs Hooper's home, and heartfelt notes on Mrs Budbury’s rheuma illness. A memories service for King George V was held at United Church led by Rev Smethrsm with Mrs Elliott at the organ. Miss A Buseh injured on Shelmouth Rink but recovering well. Hockey Tournament postponed from January 18 to January 31, now upcoming. Mr Martin hospitalized, hoping for quick recovery.
A Collier's survey by Walter Davenport critiques Premier William Aberhart and Alberta's social credit plan. It finds promises unfulfilled, funds scarce, and widespread doubt among 9 percent of residents while banks balk at loans. The piece notes Alberta faces financial strain and political exposure as 1936 Manitoba accidents, influenza, and global events ripple through the province.
Community notices list Hospital Aid meeting at the hospital on Monday February 3 with a 30 dollar stipend, a Whist Drive by the Girls Guild of Christ Church, school substitutes for Miss McCrindle and Miss Kelso, and the Curler’s Dance postponed to Friday. Also reported are memoriam services for King George V, preservation of flags, and local prize results from the Russell Creamery at the Winnipeg Dairy Convention.
A memorial service was held in the Veteran's Hall on Tuesday at 1 pm for King George V. Scouts carried the Union Jack and led a parade of veterans and others from the A and M Club room and the school. Choirs from Christ Church Knox United and St. Joseph's led hymns while Mr. Gilbert A. Cope presided at the organ.
Alfred Jackson a popular resident died at his brother’s home from pneumonia after influenza. Born in Burnley England February 17 1895 he served in the Imperial forces reaching lieutenant and was wounded. He moved to Silver Creek about 16 years ago and was active in Elk lodge badminton tennis and fishing. Survived by father a pastor and brothers in Barnsley and Russell. Funeral at Knox United Church Russell with Rev H B Wallace officiating. Interment Russell Cemetery.
Christ Church announces morning and evening services on February 2 with junior and senior choirs and Sunday School at noon. A girls’ guild drive, men’s club meeting February 4, Winnipeg bonspiel starts February 4, Rebekah dance February 14. Also mentions Ethiopian Italian front combat reports with claimed Italian victory and Ethiopian losses.
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