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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 20, 1939
Page
2
The region’s fairs rebound after years of shrinking shows. By exhibiting farmers boost grain and stock quality while making farming a pleasure. Attend Russell Fair and Races Friday July 21 and Rossburn Fair and Sports Wednesday July 26 and show support for this local tradition.
In this tribute by H. G. L. Strange, James Richardson is portrayed as a leading Canadian figure who built wealth through wheat handling and mining ventures. He financed prairie farmers, supported air transport development, and funded education. His pioneering efforts in aviation and northern resources are highlighted alongside parallels to Rhodes. The piece emphasizes his dedication to public welfare over personal gain and the lasting impact on Canada.
Farmers this year will have other plots or small acres of land to cultivate. The article outlines shifts in crop choices and diversification strategies, noting how weather, market prices, and credit influence decisions.
An international spread of interest follows Canada’s royal tour with vivid images of the Dominion. Reports from London highlight Canada’s vast resources, diverse culture, and developing industries. Analysts note strong grain, mineral, and timber exports underpinning a thriving economy, while cautioning about diverse political and agricultural challenges.
Frank Dimmers notes Gils Camp run by Rik lodge reports eight of nine girls learned to swim with strong softball and water polo wins over Silverton and Angusville teams. Camp routine emphasizes swimming, hiking, meals, rest, and nurselike matronly care from Mrs Simms.
There will be a combined Field Crops and Horticultural Field Day at the Dominion Experimental Farm in Brandon on Saturday July 2. Farmers can learn wild oat control and the influence of grasses and legumes on succeeding crops with special attention to experimental work in forage crop plots.
Lord Beaverbrook's Daily Express urged extending conscription, targeting fashionable women in London's West End. The editorial framed service as a civic duty and a national necessity amid broader wartime mobilization.
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