Fun for all at Russell fair seventh annual pageant results
The Russell fair showcased youth contests with first place in seven and under scrambles by Andy Chipelski, second by Tyler Bryer and Rick Slack tied for third, and nine and under led by Brad Ewankin, Andy Herchak, and Troy Hickman. Del Chuckree won twelve and under. Justin Reimer second and Terry Macfarlane third. Prize money and ribbons awarded. Dwight Pollock and Ted Petz organized events with junior help. The Celebrity Tractor Driving Competition drew nine teams. CKLQ Sara Barteaux and Maryanne Mushumanski won gold, GX94 and Clement’s Farm Equipment took silver and bronze. Exhibit hall hosted 49 exhibitors and 535 entries. total prize payout was $1181.75. Pony chuckwagon and parade events featured multiple heats, with trophies donated by local businesses and community groups. Public events included a dog show, heavy horse pull, and a parade led by RCMP and local band. various awards named, including Best Dressed Saddle Horse and Chamber of Commerce categories. The fair also sold Bessie Bingo tickets and music by The Fire Road Band. beer draws valued at $300 cash.
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Andy Chipelski
Tyler Bryer
Rick Slack
Brad Ewankin
Andy Herchak
Troy Hickman
del Chuckree
Justin Reimer
Terry Macfarlane
Dwight Pollock
Ted Petz
Cklq Radio
Sara Barteaux
Maryanne Mushumanski
GX94
Harry Kerr
Otto Penner
Clement's
Doug Hutton
Tracey Huberdeau
St. Joseph's Church
Frank Franz
Beth Zimmer
IGA
Sam
Ivy Brown
Bicknell's
Wayne
Marilyn Hickman
Stonehouse
CKLQ
Stonehouse Esso
Clement
Carolyne Nickel
Selsgirth - Crafts
Joan Clement
Russel -Foods
Kay Prescott
St. Lazare
Jan Murray
Foxwarren - Foods
Lila Bily
Russell
Inglis, Binscarth
Donna Reid
Russell Inn
Brendonn Holdings
Brent
Donna Shuya
Shell Oil
Harry Stanchuk and Son
RCMP
Gilbert Plains
Len Derkach
Brian White
Glen McLeod
Chamber of Commerce
Roblin Jewel
Parkland
Manitoba Hydro
Harry Stanchuk
Elks
Royal Purple
Russell and District Hospital
Percy Miller
Banner Bakery
Winnipegosis
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
Venance Deschambault
St Lazare
Pete Dutchak
Helmet Redlick
Winnipeosis
Royal Bank
Cecil Geekie
Winnipexosis
Booger
Chris Scott
Corey Muter
Joss
Satne
Tiffany
Joe Schwalm
Max
Sacha Smith
Endicott
Bradley Hickman
Bicknell
Horse of
Binscorth
Silverton
The
Agricultural Society
Jim Adolphe
Bessie
Roger Cochrane
Curtis Bell
Paul Ewankin
Darlene Lischynski
Manitoba declares State of Emergency over forest fires
Manitoba declares a state of emergency as the forest fire crisis worsens. Minister Albert Driedger announced the measure at 8:30 p.m. on Sunday July 23, noting about 18 000 residents have been evacuated and a broad use of resources may be required to prevent loss of life and property.
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Albert Driedger
Emergency Measures Organization
Province of
Manitoba
Driedger
Sports Dinner honors Theoren Fleury with big ticket demand
Organizers of the Sports Dinner honor Theoren Fleury of the Calgary Flames report strong early ticket sales and corporate tables sold. Celebrities including Andy Van Hellemond Sam Richardson Graham James Rod Black Linus Westbury and Wally Jackson confirmed. The event Friday August 1 1989 features a 9 30 p.m. cabaret with Sittin Pretty from Brandon and a dance ticket price of 10. Proceeds go to local projects.
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Theoren Fleury
Calgary Flames
Lea
Dale Brown
Terry ‘Stonehouse
Theoren
Andy van Hellemond
Sam Richardson
Graham James
Rod Black
Linus Westbury
Pearances
Wally Jackson
Brandon
MMA urges ban on minors operating off-road vehicles
The Manitoba Medical Association calls for prohibiting anyone under 16 from driving off-road vehicles after a study showing 20 to 30 percent of injuries affect youths. It critiques current law allowing supervised under 14 operation and urges higher competency and safety education.
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MMA
Manitoba Medical Association
Emergency Medical Services Committee
EMSC
Neil Donen
MMS
Dr. Donen
Associa
Canadian Grain Commission alters oats producer car policy
The Canadian Grain Commission announces a modification to the oats producer car allocation for the 1989/90 crop year effective August 1 1989. Ten percent of weekly railcar allocations remain for producer ships regardless of grade. The change reduces the share for uncommitted reducer cars by the amount allocated to producer cars tied to a confirmed sale to protect open market sales of select oats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Grain Commission
Atse
Commission
New Manitoba bus drivers face new licence rules
Manitoba bus drivers must hold at least a Class 4 licence starting August 7, with exemptions for personal use buses. The change aligns with National Safety Code standards for Canada and requires upgrading to Class 2 for larger passenger or school buses. Contact local driver and vehicle licence offices for details.
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Manitoba
Highways and Transportation
Albert Driedger
Driedger
Canada
Westman Cable to add CBC Newsworld this fall
Westman Cable plans to include CBC Newsworld in six communities by next fall with more towns added over two to three years. The move will require removing an existing channel due to current system capacity. If implemented, Brandon will gain access to the channel eventually.
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Brandon
CBC Newsworld
Westman
Rooke
Westman Cable
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Tracy Smith
Inglis Ceramics
Art Kinney
Murray Wilson
Spike Kieper
Tion
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Liberal Party
Centre
2Nd Ave. Roblin
Mit
Neil Stewart
Roblin Louise Spurway
Russell Mary Cowling
Grandview
Scandinavia
France
Germany
Holland
All
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Diane
Russell-Binscarth
Russell Binscarth
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Binscarth
Thack
G.W. Brad
Russell B Inscarth Planning District
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