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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 29, 1976
Page
8
The report states the federal government committed 1 100 000 to build a 420 foot hill near Brandon for the 1979 Winter Games. In St Boniface Joe Clark, head of the Conservative Government, pledged to push Bilngus lism work nationwide.
Long list of visitors and relatives in Dropmore including Mr. and Mrs. J Craig and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon McFadyen of Winnipeg. Many mentions of Roblin Rose Valley Yorkton and Saltcoats families visiting, weddings and anniversaries noted. Church club meeting at Mrs W Craig with officers elected and a food-lunch fee raised.
A Friday evening shower in Fellowship Hall celebrated Cheryl Pizzey as August 7 bride elect. Cheryl was escorted to her chair by cousin Debbie Pizzey with Anne Carr Margaret Gadd with her mother and the groom's mother Mrs Gehrling of Brandon present. The Smile Six entertained and a Legion Auxiliary led a dainty lunch service.
Perry Robinson notes a quiet leisure scene in Russell with swimming lessons at Silver Beach and summer weather. He urges forming a Russell tennis club, outlines Camp Manitoba for ages 10 to 15 from August 8 to 13 with fees, and invites residents to discuss arts and crafts surveys and other recreational ideas. He mentions a possible Ende Life Royals fastball team relocating to town and offers contact details for involvement.
Farmers report wheat heads damaged by Wheat Stem Maggot an insect that chews the stem above the first node causing premature ripening and empty kernels. Aphids appear but are not a major threat. weather and recent rains may have reduced their numbers. No control measures for the maggot exist. some chemical spray options cited for aphids. Overall crops described as in excellent shape with wild oats also widespread.
Marchwell district residents report family reunions at Neepawa and plans to gather again at Carlton Trail Park in 1977. Yorkton Fair updates include Walter Farmer driving Pony Chuckwagon races and Ken Schappert at the Demolition Derby for Langenburg Motors. Golden Wedding anniversary for George and Greensides noted with family attendance.
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