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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 09, 1955
Page
8
A letter laments Canada's state and the British Parliament, arguing MPs act as a self serving group unlike the public. The piece notes moral fibre decline, pay rises, and a widening gap between MPs interests and citizens, urging reforms for a healthier nation.
Robert J. Logan of Gilbert Plains received a gift from Donald Jordan, head of Canadian National Railways, after he observed water undermining a track near the CNR right of way and promptly alerted crews. The president praised the public service and noted the gift as a reminder of the incident.
Core soil management principles emphasize providing essential plant food, maintaining soil tilth for root growth and aeration, and preventing wind and water erosion. Differences among farms require tailoring to soil type, precipitation, frost-free days, and residue return. If organic matter is low, add crop residues or forage crops, then consider commercial fertilizers to restore fertility and reduce erosion.
The C N R will run two 15 car specials on the Churchill excursion this year marking the first time two trains undertake the 2300 mile round trip to Manitoba’s ocean port. Departures from Winnipeg are August 12 and 19 for a six day all expense trip with meals and sleeping accommodations. Stops include Dauphin Flin Flon Cranberry Portage and The Pas as explorers join 450 adventurers in reliving Canada’s expanding frontier.
The Seniors split league games, losing 6 3 at Birtle, then winning 3 2 over Shoal Lake. They beat Birtle 16 4 in Langenburg, but fell to Holenhod 6 3. Russell hosts Foxwarren on June 15. Inglis tied the Little League series with a 10 6 win over Russell as rain paused Foxwarren game. Russell to play Friday at Inglis.
Sketch Club members traveled to Fraser farm at Binscarth on Saturday afternoon to learn field note taking for painting. They later returned indoors for a delicious buffet supper and an engaging, informative session.
The Young Women's Club plans a June 20 season finale picnic at the R Witty farm. Twenty two members attended the Monday meeting at Mrs R G Smellie's home with cars meeting at the church at seven.
Discussion on Assiniboine River dam raises questions about flood control and long term land use. Surveyors warn that multiple watersheds below the dam may still flood, while concerns grow over grazing, soil fertility, and a potential barren landscape if water logging persists. Local residents note historic floods and reflect on future crossings and economic impact.
D A McNabb president of Manitoba Federation of Agriculture and Co-operation district No 3 announces move of the annual convention from Crawford Park to Strathclair on June 22. The change aims to avoid conflicts with extensive building and remodelling at the Crawford Park camp ahead of the July camping season.
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