Foundations of Life in a World of Calamity
The article surveys faith and history amid global turmoil from the ancient Israelites to modern times. It discusses reliance on divine providence, the need to rebuild spiritual foundations, and the call to moral reform in light of recent wars. It also reports parish activities, church elections, and a sermon by the Archdeacon on regaining Christ through prayer and sacraments.
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Moses
Elim
Josiah
B.C
Ory
Israel
Ife
Eld
Hall Caine
Ebohama
Titan
Sinfa
Annual meeting elects Boys and Girls Club officers
The echooit club held its annual meeting on January with officer ballots. Officers include A G P Smel lie as president and J A Call'n as first vice president. Secretaries, treasurers, and project leaders for livestock poultry horticulture and gardening were chosen, with a strong call for scholar and parent cooperation for the year leading to the fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Echooit
D. Kippan
M. Keith
KR. A. Stevens
Middleton
A. G. P. Smellie
Warrington
Last Week Bud get Promised and Faithful Battle Message
Fragmentary religious note urges giving to the budget week and trusting in God for deliverance. Mentions a pastor and architect figure and quotes biblical phrases about not relying on weapons and that the battle belongs to the Lord. Reading reflects a church assembly urging communal support amid fear and doubt.
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Arch
Mases
Satan
Faithful Missionaries Call to Fearless Service
Text speaks of praying working and giving for God's freedom and a great army of faithful missionaries at home and abroad hearing a divine message to fear not and trust in the Father. The fragment references a sermon or exhortation about mission and divine protection.
Russell Eastern Star installs officers in new Masonic Hall
Russell Eastern Star Chapter No 1 held its regular meeting on January 23 with officer installation for 1924. The event marked the first gathering in the new Masonic Hall and featured Worthy Matron Mrs W Herrbroff and a full slate including Worthy Patron Mr W Wilson, Conductress Mrs G McDonagh, and other officers, followed by a social hour.
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Greaves
A. Maynes
Marshall
Hazel Callin
J. McIntyre
McMurray
J. Grey
W. ‘Wilson
Astbury
C. Thom
G. Rea
Bonspiel sermon at Union Church links curlers faith and life
A Sunday bonspiel sermon at Union Church drew parallels between curling and life. Rev. F C Middleton urged members to "get over the line" of character, noting curlers and the audience in attendance and stressing that moral balance and perseverance determine entry to the Kingdom of God.
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Union Church
F. C. Middleton
Jesus
Jeruseniem
Broomer
Artem Nf
Tory
Eerselver
Middleton
Trace Sports
Kingdom of God
Mr. Middleton
High School Week Leaders and Attendance Noted
The top grades last week were led by Xlia Geo. Minshull XI Martha Jackson X Jean Brown IX Connie Astbury and Ethel Hembroff. January attendance is excellent and general health is better than usual for this season.
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Xlia Geo. Minshull
Martha Jackson
Jean Brown
Connie Astbury
Ethel Hembroff
Russell Agricultural Society Seeks Sound Reform After Frugal Year
The Russell Agricultural Society acknowledges contributions to its funds and notes late prize lists from Eaton's Store Winnipeg. No delegates attended annual conventions. With economy, officials aim to restore financial stability and continue district farming support in the coming year.
Veterans fundraiser taps $55 thousand prize in Big Bovril event
A community sweepstakes promises a prize of 55 555.06 dollars from a 1.20 ticket with proceeds benefiting veterans groups. The draw closes March 31 and details appear on Army and Navy Veterans sign boards. Buy a ticket before shares sell out.
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Army and Navy Veterans
Tom
Local notices and meetings highlight town efforts
A district meeting discussed financing a health officer salary with Shellmouth and Boulton, while a petition seeks a Bank of Toronto branch. A Board of Trade session at the C P R waiting room invites members, with a focus on inclusion of women and community projects.
Lodge Queen of the West hosts Prince George visitors
Delegates from Neepawa’s Prince George lodge visited Russell Lodge of the Sons of F a v a n d B. & to pass the silver Union Jack emblem through the order. A commemorative album records the journey across the Dominion. Local officers pledged to uphold duties and pass the emblem along.
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Russell Lodge
Sons of Fav
Prince George” of
Bro. A. Boyde
W. P
Br. R. Ashbridge
Bro. L. C. Boulton
Bro. H. Pettitt
F S
Obituary: Gavin W Coulter Pioneer Farmer Dies at 56
Gavin W Coulter a pioneer farmer born in Para Ontario died after a short illness aged 56 at his residence on Friday January 25 He came west in 1884 and settled to farming He was a Presbyterian and highly respected He leaves a widow three sons Wilfred Russell Alvin two daughters Minnie Nettie and a brother R J Coulter Funeral services were conducted by Rev J H and many friends attended The note mentions a LO C F meeting and Sunday School and communion services at the church
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Gavin W. Coulter
Coulter
Para
Ontario
Presbyterian Church
Wilfred
Russell
Alvin
Minnie
Nettie
R. J. Coulter
J. Hyde
Israel
Sinai
Community Club Box Social and Dance Recap
The Community Club hosted a Box Social and Dance Friday with many attractive boxes sold. A large youth crowd enjoyed the music. Thanks were given to Mr and Mrs E C Pagan for lending their home. A future Concert and Dance is planned at Shellmonth Hall in February with Marchwell Orchestra.
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E. C. Pagan
Shellmonth Hall
Marchwell Orchestra
Shellmouth
Sympathy Note From Loyal Orange Lodge No 1566
Loyal Orange Lodge No 1566 of Rossburn Manitoba expresses heartfelt sympathy to W J Strong Mervin Strong and Wesley Strong on the death of their father. The message honors his long lodge service and promises comfort in faith and reunion in the Grand Lodge on High. Signed by E Woods WM and John G Stitt Rec Secy.
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W. J. Strong
Mervin Strong
Wesley Strong
Rossburn
Manitoba
Loyal
Orange Lodge
Grand Lodge
Brethern
E. Woods
John G. Stitt
Man
Valentine Social and Silver Tea at Inglis M S
The Inglis W M S will host a Valentine Social and Silver Tea at Mrs. Thursday’s residence on February 14 evening. The event will feature entertainment in a social gathering format.
Unity Bible Class presents 15 jewel wrist watch to Mrs Devlin
Mrs J Devlin received a 15 jewel gold wrist watch from the Unity Bible Class on Sunday as thanks for regular attendance and listening. Anniversary events set for Feb 24 and 25 with a concert and dinner. Ladies Aid prepares music and a Monday program convened by Mrs W W Wilson.
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Ladies’ Aid
W. W. Wilson
Fuller
Geo. McDonagh
Board of Managers
Lund
Ayesson
Israel
Sinia
Japan
Manitoba Government Declares Neutrality on Church Action
The Manitoba government announces a policy of neutrality regarding recent church actions, stating no official endorsement or opposition. Officials emphasize nonpartisan stance amid community concerns and ongoing discussions with faith groups.
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Manitoba
Smellie Bros plan rapid ice unload this week
The town notes Smellie Bros. Ltd will unload their ice supply this week. Forsythes of Bredenbury spent the weekend with friends here. Minshull returned from Denver trip. Mild weather eases the season’s deep freeze. The Spoilers at Beach shown Friday and Saturday. McCauley in Winnipeg visiting ill father. Auditor Howat at Shellmouth and Boulton books. Wa dena Hospital matron Storey spent weekend with parents. Angusville club to present a negro minstrel show February 6 in Ferguson's Hall. Bonspiel set for February 20 21 22 with two open events and consolation prizes. Sermons promise moral themes and hymn discussion. Debate on flour mill and possible grist mill in Lawn River. Deaths of D. T. Wilson at Vancouver and D. M. Kinnaird at Newport Isle of Wight noted. Mrs. L L Roberts and Mrs. J Brown of Neepawa mourn family bereavement.
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Inglis
Boulton
Shellmouth
J. Dugan
J. E. Bryant
J. Stevena
K. Smith
G Smellie
P. J. Green
J. FE. Bryant
J. Stevens
Inells Board of Trade
Bank of Toronto
Board of Trade
C. P.R
J. McKay
C. Crawford
A. Rippel
G. H. Currie
Eden
A. McKay
A. Siefert
Winnipeg
A. Cipryk
Wirness
Winnipes
C.P.A
Yink
Smellie Bros. Ltd
Jas. Forsythe
Bredenbury
Jas. Minshull
Denver
Col
J. L. McCauley
Jas. McCauley
Hugh Howat
M. Storey
Wadena Hospital
W. P. Storey
Angusville
Lawn River
D. T. Wilson
Vancouver B. C
Mr. Wilson
R. H. McCallum
D. M. Kinnaird
Newport
Isle of Wight
Kinnaird
Agricultural Society
Russell
L. L. Roberts
J. Brown
Neepawa
Russell lodge officers installed and degree initiated
The Russell lodge O F officers were installed by Acting District Deputy Hay with Foxwarren members. E Yoxall was named Past Grand, S F Hughes W G, J Robinson R S J, B Warrington RS, Fenton Chaplain Rev F C Middleton RS N G Alex Greig L S N G N RK Park RS V G P Houck L S V G Fred Vinnell Conductor C D Sparrow Warden J Crerar RS S J Crerar L S. R M Anderson Organist R Ward Inside guard G W King Outside guard J Allen. The initiatory degree was also presented with praise for the Grand Lodge degree competition. A meal followed with a millish programme and addresses.
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Russell Lodge
Lo. O.F
Hay
E. Yoxall
N.G
S. F. Hughes
W. G
J. Robinson
R.S. J
Warrington
W. Fenton
F. C. Middietor
R.S.N.G
Alex Greig
L. S.N.G
N. RK
Park
Rs.v.g
P. Houck
L.S.V.G
Fred Vinnell
C. D. Sparrow
W. Cartwright
R.S.S
J. Crerar
S. R. M. Anderson
R. Ward
G. W. King
J. Allen
Grand Lodge
Birtie
Foxwarren
Binscarth
Rossburneond Russell
McLean
Shoal Lake
Whist Drive and Institute Meeting Scheduled in Russell
Lodge Queen of the West 230 South O E will host a whist drive on Tuesday February 12 in the I O O F Hall Russell Tickets are five cents. The Women's Institute meets Saturday February 2 at 3 30 in the IOOF Hall Lunch will be served Mr J A Glen will speak on Municipal School Boards Everyone is welcome.
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Women's Institute
O.F
J. A. Glen
Om Municipal
Regular W.A. Meeting At Mrs Allen Home
The regular monthly meeting of the W A will be held at the home of Mrs Allen on Thursday Feb 7 at 3 pm All ladies invited to attend the gathering in a local home setting
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W.A
Frick Estate Pays Large String Of Taxes To Federal and State Governments
The estate of the late Henry Clay Frick of Pittsburgh paid a substantial tax in a single settlement. Federal taxes amounted to 6 2328.893.6 percent, with state taxes allocated to Pennsylvania West Virginia Kansas and New York totaling 1 978 949.7 2 926 a ha 619143.
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Henry Clay Frick
Pittsburg
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Kansas
New York
Ely
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Dick Clark
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Union Church Notes
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