Dropmore Bonspiel Notes and Local Weekend Events
Dropmore curling week kicks off with twenty one rinks in four events. Roblin teams and visitors attend bonspiel week with medals earned by Dogby Robertson and Zimmer rinks. Miss Marion Cas guest is Mrs Sandra Yep, Roblin weekend visit. Castleaverys mixed bonspiel set for Feb 4. Mrs Murray Shearer recovering after surgery in Russell. Terry Simair to return to Portage to lead RCAF duties. Kay Robb visits Dropmore with Phil Zimmer. Local league aims for turkey dinner and wedding cake at bonspiel dance Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilfred Brown
Brandon
A. T. Kines
Roblin
Dropmore United Church
Hollie
Andrew
Robert Hunter
Isabel Hunter
Albert Shearer
Marion Cas
Sandra
Castleavery
Castle Jeavery
Murray Shearer
Sacred Heart Hospital
Russell
Terry “Simair
Open house honors district friends with gifts and money
Br Allan Anderson on behalf of the district presented a sum of money and other gifts to friends who came from the district to wish them well. The event featured warm tributes and generous tokens of appreciation from district representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br. Allan Anderson
Silverton Events. February Activities Include Concert and Card Party
Silverton residents hear of a busy week with the Russell Club curling rink use, the 4H Beef Club Variety Concert in Silverton Hall on Friday February 8 at 8 PM, and a farm electrical short course attended by David Coulter. A card party and dance in Silverton on Friday evening February 1 runs from 8 to 10 for cards and 10 to midnight for dancing. all welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coulter
Presbytery
Strathclair
Russell Club
4H Beef Club
Silverton Hall
David Coulter
Farm Electrical
Silverton
Local Christmas Curlers Attend Russell Bonspiel
Miss Mary Dunn of Hamiets visited with her parents Mr and Mrs Tim Dunn last weekend after attending fairs in Denver and trips to Texas. Mr and Mrs Bob Stewart and boys visited Winnipeg. Watson Dunn Merrin Dunn Joe Dunn and Bob Stewart attended a cattleman meeting in Brandon on Wednesday. Mrs Tim Dunn and Mr Willis Kieper attended a UCW meeting at Shoal Lake on Wednesday. Cheryl Davidson visited cousin Brenda Davidson. Birthday wishes to Mrs Geo McLeod and Miss Mary Dunn. best of luck to all curlers in the Russell Bonspiel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Dunn
Hamiets
Tim Dunn
Verne Dun
Denver
Colorado
Texas
Bob Stewart
Winipeg
Watson Dunn
Mer Yin Dunn
Joe Dunn
Brandon
Willis Kieper
U.cw
Shoal Lake
Cheryl Davidson
Brenda Davidson
Geo. McLeod
Russell
Trustees Elected At School Meeting In January
Bill Tennant and William Valley traveled to Winnipeg for a weekend business trip. Barbara Prince of Russell visited with Marsha Barber. At the annual school meeting on January 21 Mr. Bill Mintendo was elected trustee to serve on the board along with Mrs. K. Valley and D. A. McKinnon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Tennant
Wm. Valley
Winnipeg
Barbara Prince
Russell
Marsha Barber
Bill Mintendo
K. Valley
D. A.mckinnon
Quick Canadian Tax Facts From Vehicle Factory Data
The government collects about ten million dollars yearly from sales tax on vehicles and nineteen hundred million from baseline taxes and one hundred fifty million from registration fees, according to the figures cited.
Diary Vagabond Anniversary Reflections from 1963 Tour Notes
The column marks its fourth anniversary with gratitude for reader letters across Canada. The writer notes the challenge of engaging readers, recalls positive reactions to hydro and Potash mine coverage, and hints at 1963 tours, travel plans, and plans to explore tourism, industry, and people while promising more discoveries.
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Canada
Seed Treatment Delivers Returns for 1963 Harvest
Seed treatment uses fungicides or insecticides on seeds before planting to curb seed born diseases and protect weak seed. A seed lab tested over 1,000 farmers’ samples of wheat oats barley and flax showing many oats and flax seeds planned for 1963 seed use have low germination due to immaturity weather frost and damage. Proper cleaning and treating with recommended mercury seed treatments such as Agrox C Agrosol Panogen or others is advised to yield high dividends. Comb ination seed pressings like Alcimer and Mergamma C help control wireworms and diseases. all mercury products are poisonous and must be used with care. Avoid mixing treated grain with grain for elevator delivery. penalties include heavy fines and possible grain rejection. Ensure seed treatment chemicals comply with PCP Act rules and label directions for maximum effectiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
World of Wheat Canoes in Japan Shifted Diet to Wheat
The Japanese move from rice to wheat reshapes demand, boosting per capita wheat use from prewar levels to about 90 kg annually by 1960 and increasing bread consumption. Canada rises as a key supplier, with US efforts to protect market share through new rail rates and campaigns to expand wheat use in rural areas.
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United States
Canada
Japan
United State
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Pacific Coast
Manioba’s
CN Ship Catering To Convention Cruises
Canadian National Railways offers the swankerise ship the Prince 4lch for chartered voyages from May to mid September. The Prince George, a large luxury liner with seven decks and eight public rooms, accommodates 260 guests and can host business meetings, fashion shows, and displays aboard while avoiding traffic delays. Meals are provided on board as part of the convention cruises along the West Coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian National Railways
Prince George
West Coast
Pacific
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Corvair
Chevrolet
Vauxhall
FORD
Transmiss
F. Clement & Sons
General Motors
Dropmore
Russell Consumers Co-Op 1962 Ltd
B.C
Tbs
Ya Gas
Minniska
Craigie
Davidson Dunton
Carleton University
Ottawa
Inquiry
Cbc-Tv
Prairies
Saskatchewan
Stuart
Bud Spencer
CB Radio
Eve
Wee
Reslay
Haut Polr
Tram
Wea
the Land
Elan
IV Barker
Malkins
Crimtun
Feas
Malkin
Fancy
Neilson
Libby
York
Weston’s
Apples
California
Celery Hearts—Jumbo
Federal, Pioneer
Aberta Pacific
Paterson
Me Ibe
Parrish & Helmbecker
Quaker Oats
World OF Wheat
Oy W. G. Slasaer
Manitoba
Dodge
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