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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 30, 1980
Page
1
Jockey Irwin Driedger visited the winner's circle at Assiniboine Downs a record 161 times in 1979 earning near 500000 dollars. The feat marks the first time a horse racing figure captured the Ches McCance Winnipeg Tribune honor in Manitoba sports.
The Winnipeg Jets of the NCHL struggle with tight wins and ties. Highlights include a 32 loss to Shoal Lake, a 2 2 tie with Foxwarren, and upcoming games against Foxwarren and Shoal Lake. Russell Barley Kings lead in attendance and playoff hopes loom against Neepawa. Standings list Rossburn Angusville Foxwarren Shoal Lake Russell Birtie with GP W L T and points. A provincial playoff berth for Russell is tentatively set for February with a first game in town.
The Sunalta Appraisals Co. Ltd. completed school appraisals with results due by end of February. The board discussed teacher negotiations, budget work, and a new self image course for high school students, with decisions on committee entries and upcoming motions.
Police investigate a death in Birtle after a man was found in an alley behind Braen le Bruce Funeral Home. RCMP say the man collapsed after a nosebleed during a fight and died between 1 and 1 30 a m. The Shoal Lake unit reported the incident early morning.
The Manitoba doctors ratify a proposed two year agreement covering April 1, 1980 to March 31, 1982. The IMA executive forwards the deal to the VEMA for ratification and MMA members will be consulted before any details are public. Dr. Arnie Laxdal backs ratification to MMA members.
As of this date about 285 consumers have responded to the Chamber of Commerce request to complete a consumer and business questionnaire. Questionnaires should be returned to the Manitoba Department of Economic Development for tabulation. A final report will be presented to the Russell and District Chamber.
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