Old Bays y vears Ago June 13 1901 Russell notes
A recap of local history from 1901 highlights Thomas G. Johnson representing Russell in a northwest chess by correspondence against T B Sissons of Ottertrail BC. A Silver Creek Rifle Association match ended with the single members prevailing. Also listed are brief notes from 50, 45, 49, 38, 30, 25, and 20 year periods detailing community events and changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. G. Johnson
Russell
T. B. Sissons
Ottertrail
B.C
Silver Creek Rifle Association
Angus McLeod
Jack Anderson
James Anderson
7. A. Crerar
Manitoba Farmer Wins $30,000 Jack-Pot in West Contest
Kane area farmer Manitoba was named Western Canada winner in a 590,000 farm equipment contest. He received 18,000 dollars in Case farm machinery for his share as wife Justina joined him in Regina for the prize, including a hi fi console radio and records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Western Canada
Kane
Morris
Justina
Regina
Manitoba 4H Club Council Plans Summer Tours Abroad
Manitoba 4H Club Council outlines summer tours and host visits for July and August. EW Somers notes 82 leaders and members will tour Alberta Wisconsin and the Lakehead while 50 guests from North Dakota Minnesota visit northeastern Manitoba. Wisconsin guests planned for next year. United Grain Growers sponsorship funds awards trips.
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Sew
Manitoba
Dauphin
Swan River
Roblin
Russell
Alberta
Calgary
Banff
Edmonton
Olds
Maninter Wilt Lp
Wisconsin
United States
North Dakota
Ste. Rose
Leeuer County
Minnesota
Interlake
Whitemouth
Beausejour
Rochester
Wedding of Miss and Groom at Prospect Ave
Rev. G W Tindale officiated as Mrs E C Sanderson played organ music. The bride wore nylon chiffon with a v shaped neckline and lilypoint gloves, carried pink roses, and wore a pearl necklace and earrings. Bridesmaids wore mauve gowns and white accessories, with white flowers. Ushers included Ralph Zimmer and Herb Diprick, and Chester Wishart and Bob Halwas. The mothers wore checked walker suit and mauve dress with boutonnieres. Supper was in Elks hall at 5:30, with Karen Clubly managing the guest book, toast offered by Rev Tindale. An open reception and dance followed at the bride’s parents’ home. Gifts displayed by Loraine Mushumanski, Betty Eshelby, and Verna Glasman. Jerry Wishart in charge of the guest book. The couple plan a beige flecked suit honeymoon and will reside on Prospect Ave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Tindale
E. C. Sanderson
Sheils
Greensides
Roberta Hall
Ralph Zimmer
Herb Diprick
Chester Wishart
Bob Halwas
Elks’ Hall
Karen Clubly
Loraine Mushumanski
Betty Eshelby
Verna Glasman
Jerry Wishart
Mrs. Ciprick Will
Prospect Ave
What's New At The Library ster Canada
A study by George F. Stanley on frontier tension between colonial expansion and Indigenous and Metis populations in Western Canada. It analyzes the Red River uprising of 1869-70 under Louis Riel and the 1885 Saskatchewan campaigns, noting political and agricultural repercussions and ongoing regional concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George F. Stanley
Canada
Riel
Louis Riel
Red River
North-West
Hudson's Bay Company
Dominion of
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Agriculture
Quebec
Poor Prospects For Hay Crop Noted For Area
Apt Mocntee be Hower On April 16h 1778 Adam Cooper aged fifteen signed the muster roll of the Lexington militia This book traces the next twenty four tours in his life the birth of a man and a nation and a way of life It describes a single day in a boy life his coming of age and the courage built on fear of ordinary people It is
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Be. Hower
Adam Cooper
Lexington
Centennial plans spark bold national train and college ideas
A Canadian Centennial plan envisions a Freedom Train traveling coast to coast carrying Canada's charter of freedom and the British North America Act. Prime Minister Diefenbaker supports it while a Museum Train highlights rail heritage. The piece also urges establishing a Centennial College in Ottawa to train youth and reduce unemployment, funded by taxpayers but viewed as long term national security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Diefenbaker
Canadian National
North America
Centennial College
Cnly
Ottawa
Centenary College Proposal Sparks Debate on National Progress
A speaker argues that many citizens lack access to text book learning and urges creating inclusive education like a Centennial College. The plea cites scarce funds for scholarships and warns against monumental construction to mark the nation’s century, urging resources for practical training and development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centennial College
Tide Reach Far Up St Lawrence To Trois Rivieres
In the St Lawrence, the tidal effect extends as far as Trois Rivieres, about 700 miles from the sea, indicating the far northward reach of tidal influence.
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The
St. Lawrence
Trois Rivieres
Theean
Also Mentioned on This Page
W. Calvert
W. W. W. Wilson
Lord Kitchener
Christ Chatrch
Angusville
Silverton
Cathe Rowing
Shellmouth Agricultural Society
Jake Geres
R. J. Flatt
Peter McRostie
Main Street
Crystal Rebekah Lodge
A. Greig
Park
E. Millar
Amy Callin
A. Wesler
Inglis
A. Dupont
Best Coal Company
Bank of Toronto
Royal Bank
Lune
Bismark
Valley
City
Page
Dunseith
Artillery Training Centre
Club Council
Counil
Arthur
United Grain Growters
Extension Service
Council
Ster Canada
Xiverson Institute
Toronto
Aways
Amy
HYDRO
Winnipeg
McCormick
Russell, Man
M. F. Siwak
Angusville, Man
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