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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 14, 1955
Page
6
The Shellmouth United congregation observed a one minute silent prayer in tribute to ministers who served since 1905. Members gathered for photographs along the church side before proceeding to the hall for the continuation of services.
LATE CLASSIFIED FOR SALE heavy canvas tent 12 by 12 feet with four foot walls centre pole posts pegs and ropes complete Florence Setter phone 433 Russell FOUND placed in car by mistake in front of Club Cafe pair of hip waders Owner may have same by calling at the Banner Office and paying for this adv In memoriam MINTENKO In loving memory of Harry Mintenko who passed away July 15 1922 Lovingly remembered by the family
Local ladies hosted a luncheon and displayed the original poster announcing the church opening in 1905. A pageant titled Gateways of the Bible featured a wide cast including Truth, Hope, Love, and Spirit of Service with performances by children and adults. The afternoon and evening services included organ and choir performances, with excerpts from St Paul and greetings from neighboring communities. The day closed in a spirit of dedication and renewal of faith.
The Agricultural Society reads a busier Russell Fair schedule for July 22 and 23 1985. Highlights include the Russell Roblin 4 H Club Rally parade and dress review at 1 30 pm and grandstand harness and running races with Langenburg band. Friday features 4 H calves parade livestock stock parade and more with competing exhibits, bands and new industrial displays on site.
Marchwell and adjacent districts marked the Golden Jubilee with a June 22 rally at Marchwell Hall. Guests over 65 wore rosettes, a pageant titled Saskatchewan the 50th Year depicted pioneer life, and displays included a pioneer cradle, a Red River cart replica, and a five foot Saskatchewan map. Guns and songs followed, with a lavish lunch concluding the program.
The provincial fisheries branch is stocking rainbow trout in Manitoba streams including lakes in the Duck Mountains. The program aims to boost fishing opportunities and aquatic biodiversity across multiple sites within the region.
Mrs Anderson of Russell and Mr and Mrs Geo McLeod hosted visits by Mabel and Valarie Parabeck and Mrs Dufrat of Angusville. Willis Kieper and family attend Calgary Stampede while Mrs Bell of Angusville plans a Brandon conference report at church. Nearby events include Grandview visits by the Coulters, Edmonton and Dewar Lake guests at Evans home, and Kieper grandchildren at Chas Adolphe’s. School awards honored Frances Mushumanski Judy Kieper Jimmie Kieper Ronnie Klimack Billy Kitz Henry Derkach. Afternoon picnic featured games and lunch.
Mrs and Mrs W Hunter drove to Edmonton to visit relatives J Todd and family. Turner family from Linklater spent weekend at Mrs D A Bradley-Hunt’s home. Ray and Linda stayed for summer visits with relatives. Regina rental residents spent weekend with Mr and Mrs Joe Ferris. Mrs J G McCrea of Winnipeg and Mr Laurence Robb of Beausejour spend a week with Mr and Mrs W R Robb. R J Lewis hosted by Mr and Mrs Babe Lewis weekend visit. Barry and Mel Grosse of Saskatoon visit grandparents Mr and Mrs A Turta. Leo and Evelyn Riege of Shellmouth holiday in district. Congratulations Shellmouth United Church 50th anniversary July 10 celebrated by district. Clarence Robb, RCAF Fort Nelson, on leave at W R Robb’s home.
The Brandon Manitoba Federation of Agriculture and Cooperation convention on June 8 9 and 30 drew 90 visitors and 29 delegates. Delegates endorsed the MFAC Negotiating Committee report suspending negotiations between Manitoba no farm organizations until broader national intents are known. The body also approved terms for MFAC affiliation with MPAC, aiming toward union. J D Wilton of Carmi was re elected president for a fourth term with Mrs N R Jasper Delea and Mr P Turko Hazelridge as vice presidents.
The program includes LaPlante's and Lillie lakes in the Duck Mountain forest reserve, each to receive 50,000 rainbow trouts. With improved roads, this area is expected to become a fisherman's paradise in a few years.
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