Local social notes and visits in Dropmore area
The column lists visitors and gatherings around Dropmore and Russell during May and the Victoria Day weekend. People from Russell, Harrowby, Langenburg, Regina, Winnipeg, and Saskatoon met or visited relatives, attended weddings and anniversaries, and joined family activities at homes, hospitals, and parks across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sharon
Regina
Lou Smuth
Spy Hil
Olive ‘Murray
Avex Bennett
Harry Clarke
Birtle
Alward Glasman
Russel
Dan Dixon
Ontario
Olive Murray
Jennie Farmer
Debbie Oran
Spy Air
Julie Hande
Esterhazy
David Schepp
D'Arcy Hande
Saskatoon
Isabel Hande
Alex Bennetts
Dirk Andes
Barry Garden
Worsley
Florence Orth
Eileen Yont
Gertie Kirk
Clarence Smith
Mabel Wondrasek
Frank Popp
Yorkton
David
Phylis
Larry Chuckree
prAvey
Bonnie Hande
Gilbert
Pauline Johnson
Langenburg
St Lazare visiting with Selby and area guests
Weekend visitors and relatives from Winnipeg Brandon The Pas Por tage and Richmond joined local families in St Lazare for extended visits over the long weekend including the Selby and Decorby households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Selby
Wayne
Susan
Larry
Blaine Kissck
Angela
Winnipeg
Torrence
Mae Conqueroo
McAuley
John Selby
Jamil
Brian Simard
Richmond
B.C
Noella
Leonard Huberdeau
Gracia
Alma
Gilly Pat
Patrick
Pas
Ricky
Mary Lou Fouilard
Selby
Mary Gauthier
Carrie Cress
Portage
Jena Bulger
Guy, Philp
Michael Selby
Gilles
Jocelyn Laurent
St. Claude
Philip and
Isabel Decorby
University to add BA BS and Minor in Administrative Studies
The University won approval from Manitoba Government's Universities Grants Commission at April end to offer a four year Bachelor of Arts, a four year Bachelor of Science, and a Minor in Administrative Studies. Deans Hordern and Letkeman state these programs fill gaps between current BA and BSc offerings and provide paths for postgraduate study and better job prospects. The move aims to increase senior enrolment, preserve Specialist degrees, and boost class support from senior students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Universities Grants Commission
P.J.C. Hordern
Peter Letkeman
Brandon University
Hordern
Local Graduates and Community Notes From Minniska
Jim Dunn earned a B Sc in Agricultural Engineering at Manitoba University convocation on May 28 with Mr and Mrs David Dunn in attendance. Tom Kieper marked his 18th birthday on May 30 with close friends. Various residents attended seminars, weddings, and family visits in Winnipeg, Brandon, and Russell. Brandon University expands with four year B A and B Sc programs requiring 90 credits and GPA 2.0. The university plans roll out these programs over several months with adviser Dr Letkeman and President Dr Harold J Perkins highlighting benefits for graduates. For more details contact Kim Dixon at Brandon University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Dunn
University of Manitoba
David Dunn
Tom Kieper
Letkeman
Brandon University
Harold J. Perkins
Stu ‘Dents
Candlelite Double Ring Ceremony in Knox United Church
A candlelite double ring wedding was held at Knox United Church Russell Man May 7 1989 at 7:00 p.m. Jo Ann Wishart daughter of Elgin and Enid Wishart of Russell joined Ray Lundgren youngest son of Martin and Margaret Lundgren of Marchwell Sask in a vows ceremony officiated by Reverend Murray Etty. Linda Conner organist Rheanne Gray soloist sang You Light Up My Life and O Perfect Love. The bride wore a Chantilly lace gown with Queen Anne neckline and chapel train and carried pink roses daisies and baby's breath. Maid of honour Joan McLeod and bridesmaid Cheryl Wishart wore pink interlock gowns with floral chiffon. they carried white roses pink daisies and baby’s breath. Groom in grey tuxedo with pink boutonniere. Best man Doug Wishart and David Lundgren wore grey tuxedos. Ushers Barry Wishart and Rodney Lundgren. Parents and guests from The Pas Winnipeg Regina Nokomis Sask. attended. buffet and dance followed at Elk's Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knox United Church
Russell Man
Jo-Ann Wishart
Elgin
Enid Wishart
Russell
Man
Ray Lundgren
Martin
Margaret Lundgren
Marchwell
Murray Etty
Linda Conner
Rheanne Gray
Joan McLeod
Cheryl Wishart
Bestman
Doug Wishart
David Lundgren
Barry Wishart
Rodney Lundgren
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Gordon Bryer Binscarth
Ruth Nelson
Robert Schepp
Harrowby
St.azare
Barry Kenyon
Reginaring
Aabet Hanne Acon
Gwen Bennett
Elsie Dunsmore
Orville
Laujenburg
Alex Bennett
Alex McNair
Jim ‘Bowes
Earl Roulston
Dropmore News
Steve Piwniuk
Prince George, B.C
Vistting
Steve
Teenie Piwniuk
Russell Hospital
Pam Wason
Lindsay
Shoal Lake
Paul Dietrich
Penny
Stan Russell
Winnieg
Ada Dugan
Bud
Vern Doosell
Kerry and
Jerome
Estevan
Bill Doole
Kenosee Lake
John Robertson
S.n Robertson
Allen Anderson
Clem Robertson
Roblin
Bill Robertson
Rod Lay
Cock of Russell
Don Webb
Inglis
Inni Beach
Ercia
St. Lazare News
Reggies
Chamber of Commerce
Ike
Ington
Oilers
Peking
China
St. John's ‘Ambulance
Canada
Edmonton Oilers
Alberta
Minniska News
Anne Main
Elaine Lee
Ann
Little Eric
Grandma
Grandpa Dunn
Karen Morden
Brandon
Ross
Shirley Dunn
Mervyn Dunn
Odchild
Barbara Gilles
June
Bonnie Stewart
Carol Jones
Mark and
Mervyn ‘Dunn
Kim Dixon
Brandon Unionity
RTA
Windy Acres Drive-In
Dennis Quaid
Gentleman
The
Tin Hoffman
Chrysler
Bill, Brad Or
Frank
South Side Service
JoAnn
Chantilly
Queen Ann
Elk’s Hall
Chester Wishart
Ruth ‘McLeod
Jeri-Lyn Wishart
Barb Lundgren
Corrie Wishart
Jean Wiebe
Resina
Nokomis
Sask
Russell Curling Club
Ron i
Kinsmen Ciu Memorial Hall
Bob Hyatt
Thursda
Harvey Lagh
Ig S GO Sree
Ner
Perio
Gut
Banner County
Rossburn
Angusville
Mana Garry Archer
Marion Kostuil
Foi Inwrey
Sinty IptoGteed
Alo
Stake
Ae Russell Branch
Manag Dale Scott
Bob Wassiyn
Rossburn Credit Union
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