29 Jul 1943
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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 29, 1943
Page
1
A July 30 1909 chronicle notes thousands visiting Russell for a fair and horse races. It highlights Dr. Barnardo farm visitors from the Old Country and local sports, livestock, and artistry entries with prize results and community emphasis.
Sergeant Navigator George Hodgkins received his wings on July 16 at the RCAF graduation ceremony at No. Navigator School Winnipeg. After a short leave he departed east. The Navy League Fair Day raised 87.35 dollars, sponsored by the Eastern Star under Mrs. W. Needham. Ottawa’s House of Commons adjourned to January 27, 1944 after six months of estimates. Readers urged to sign letters for publication. Russell area saw variable rain. several nearby districts reported heavy rain Sunday night. Stanley J. and Rodney E. Budz of Rossburn joined the air force and train at No. 2 Manning Depot Brandon. Billy Symbol and Bob Page won the last heat of the 2.27 pace at Saltcoats with 2:17 time. Canadian No. 3 ration books will be issued August 25 to 28. books will last eight months. Subscribers over a month in arrears will be removed next week.
A quiet wedding occurred Saturday July 17 at 2 pm at the home of Mr and Mrs W McBean 93 Sherburn Street Winnipeg. Helen Agnes Mackie became the bride of Harold W Alexander second son of Mr and Mrs Bert Alexander Minnedosa. Rev P T Pilkey officiated and attendees included Miss Mary Murlock of Inglis as bridesmaid and Sgt Albert Doer of Arnprior as best man. A buffet luncheon followed. the couple will reside in Minnedosa.
A wartime slogan and stamp drive promotes purchasing a depth charge booklet titled Stamp Out the U Boat. The campaign links home front thrift with anti submarine warfare, urging citizens to contribute through stamps and fund raising.
Holyrood Belwin won the 2 12 class and set a new track mark at 2.12% as Bingo Worthy twice challenged. Billy Symbol led the 2 27 class from Brandon, with Violet Barsac and Miss Worthy chasing. William Direct won the 2 20 class in straight heats. Audrey Craig dominated the open half mile, while Nibs and Miss Meddlesome battled in the run off.
The Angusville district committee has delivered 54 watches and rings to young volunteers. Receipts total 982.72 from dances canvass and contributions. expenditures 382.66 for wal leries and rings. Balance on hand 0.06. C. H. Stoples, Fin Sec.
The bulletin lists services for VN Sunday After Trinity. Craigie at 3 pm for Evening Pray Christ Church at 7 pm for Evening Prayer. Scripture Text is 2 Samuel 7, titled The Promised King and Temple Builder.
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