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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 18, 1940
Page
3
Langenburg Red Cross members report strong local backing with two events yielding 200 plus dollars. A garden party netted 93.82 and a Werle farm picnic cleared 113.61, sending 325 to Regina. Shipments include 43 blankets, 57 socks, gowns, scarves, pajamas, mitts, wristlets, and sweaters.
The War Savings Committee announced new rules permitting specific groups to purchase War Savings Certificates in addition to individuals. Eligible groups include incorporated or unincorporated bodies formed for national, patriotic, religious, or educational aims without pecuniary gain, with existing $500 yearly purchase limit and other conditions unchanged. The committee may decide eligibility under the revised regulations by Order-in-Council.
Public worship at Knox United Church at 11 am each Sunday with a 12 o'clock Sunday School. Throughout July the morning service will be conducted each Sunday by Rev. S. C. Wright of Binscarth.
July 19 Russell Fair features sports events and community activities. July 24 Rossburn Exhibition showcases games and local competition activities, inviting residents to attend and participate.
The Silverton Club met June 19 in the community hall with nine members. The president called the meeting to order and the minutes were read and adopted. Members pledged support for donating part of their wheat crop to the Red Cross and discussed plans for the fall seed grain show.
Hon James G Gardiner announces a nationwide registration of all Canadians over 16 as a step under the National Resources Mobilization Act. Four days around August 14 are set for registration with Jules Castonguay as Chief Registrar. Provinces establish courts heads and MPs appoint registrars to organize local districts with four areas per subdivision. Officials will be paid similarly to election staff with travel allowances. voluntary workers urged to assist nationwide effort.
Canada plans to provide the army with Universal carrier vehicles and Universal machine gun support. The armoured, caterpillar tracked units are highly maneuverable and fast, designed to withstand small arms fire and carry ammunition, wire, and other gear for home and overseas service.
United Grain Growers Limited proposes a government guaranteed loan plan to help farmers store grain on farms as elevators face congestion. The plan mirrors Home Improvement Loans, aims to ease bank lending, and calls for a minimum $1.00 per bushel No. 1 Northern price for flour milling in Canada. It urges Western provinces to form a Western Committee with the Dominion Government to tackle wartime agricultural problems and elevator shortages.
Stratford Beef Ring closes with funds donated to the Red Cross. Manitoba division secretary acknowledges a $16 contribution from Stratford officers and members, thanking them in a letter dated Winnipeg July 2, 1940.
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