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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 04, 1964
Page
5
In Western Canada summer fallow is questioned as a good practice. Soil experts debate its value, especially on black and grey-wooded soils. Nevertheless in 1964 about 25.95 million acres, or 36 percent of cultivated land in the three prairie provinces, still used summer fallow.
Agricultural guidance stresses conserving soil moisture during the summer fallow year. Early summerfallow, starting May 15 to June 1, increases wheat yields by 6.7 to 24 bushels per acre compared with later starts. Maintain weed control and a trash cover to prevent evaporation and runoff, avoid overworking the soil, and invest in proper management for 1964 yields.
The Russell Banner outlines classification and display ad rates. First Insertion 3c per word minimum 75c. Subsequent 2c per word minimum 50c. Cards of Thanks 75c per insertion. In Memoriams without verse 75c. with verse 1.25. Notice to Creditors 3.00 per insertion. Surcharge 10c for billed ads. Extra 25c for box numbers. Display ads 75c per column inch. Yearly contract rates available on request.
A collection of classified notices lists used items for sale including a Moffat stove, a 1441 boat with a 35 hp Evinrude motor and trailer, a 1950 Chevrolet deluxe sedan in excellent condition, a two ply lumber stable, and weanling pigs. Contact numbers and names include Mrs P Williams in Westbourne, Dan Sebaskie Angusville, BU Zimmer, Rudolf Miller, and the Binscarth Exchange.
Anglusville families visit Sacred Heart Hospital patient Jim Rinn and express well wishes for George Pugh and Bill Stanchuk. Mr. Anderson's 90th birthday celebrated at United Church with nieces visiting. Local farmers advertise sales and plants. auction set for June 9 near Calder junction with livestock, machinery, and a 1968 Chevy truck listed.
The municipality will hear Intercity Gas Ltd on June 18 1904 at 3 PM in the Inglis council chamber regarding an application to use municipal highways to distribute natural gas. The Public Utilities Board may order consent without a ratepayer vote under The Municipal Act. Dated Inglis May 18 1904.
Mrs. John Bailey Sr invites time available guests to a Friday June 12 dance at Dropmore Hall. Ingleside Orchestra will provide music. Admission one dollar with lunch included. Sponsored by Robin Community Youth Band. 472
Early treatment for child eye squint is advised to prevent vision loss. Parents are told to avoid direct sunlight in infants eyes outdoors by turning the carriage away from bright light.
Char Collins was returned to Russell Hospital on May 25 and operated on May 27. Mrs Laura Mail of Russell visited Mrs Ronnie Collins and Mrs Madill’s health reports. Albert McFayden and Lloyd Gladson released from hospital but stay near doctors. Dr. Dilts, Steve Jonesalt and Juay Collins birthday cheers. Mrs Cam Collins celebrates May 30.
In loving memory of Cecil Switzer husband and father, died June 1 1958. The blow was great and the shock severe, and only those who have lost can tell the pain of parting. Ever remembered by his wife and family.
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