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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 13, 1946
Page
1
A compact note recalling Russell football from old Banner files dated June 12, 1901 and June 15, 1911. It highlights early coverage of local gridiron events and the newspaper’s archival glimpses into athletic history.
Seniors two more wins to retain their second place standing in the Western league with four wins, two losses and one tie. Russell Juniors defeated Binscorth 15 to 9 in a league fixture on the local diamond, with a late hitting spree. The article notes Russell's strong showing, several players named, and umpire Bud Glasman.
A local Board of Trade dinner in Russell featured speaker Mr Watt addressing on veteran rehabilitation and employability. He noted artificial appliances enable disabled veterans to work and urged public acceptance as ordinary colleagues. Meeting covered baseball tournament plans and the creation of an Industrial Development committee with A G Smellie to represent Russell.
A brief note emphasizes distinguishing the snatter from what truly matters, urging readers to focus on substantive issues over trivial terms. The piece ties linguistic clarity to community impact and civic understanding.
On June 10, Rt. Hon. W. L. Mackenzie King marks his twentieth year in office surpassing Sir John A. Macdonald as Canada’s prime minister. The milestone underscores his long tenure and the stability of governance under his leadership.
Angus Moynes died early Tuesday morning at Sacred Hearts hospital. He was 67 and had long been an invalid. Survived by wife, one brother S Moynes, sister Mrs A Webster of Trail B C, and two ters in California. Funeral from Knox United Church Thursday at 2 30 p.m. Russell Masonic Lodge to preside. Moynes joined Russell Lodge in 1910 and became a life member in 1923.
Russell cadets will visit every home next Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday to collect clothing for destitute people in Europe and China. Residents should have bundles ready after school. Country residents to leave bundles at the Red Cross room between June 17 and June 29. Volunteers with cars and drivers are urged to assist the town canvass.
Strong teams plan a big baseball tournament on Wednesday June 26 in Russell. Stalwart Saskatchewan and Vic Larson claim a stronger squad after last year’s Yorkton tournament third place. Page North Dakota and Yorkton Cardinals also enter. Proceeds aid Russell War Memorial project. Volunteers needed at gates policing refreshment booth and lunch tent run by United Church ladies.
Foxwarren Fat Stock Show on Saturday drew a record 343 head. Dunn Bros and Watson Cochrane represented the Russell district and earned prizes. J. J. Dunn won the Hereford Championship with a fine Hereford steer.
The article argues farmers should receive full world market price for wheat to build cash reserves against future lean years. It cites Canadian prices at 1.55 per bushel and advocates exposing markets to $2.18 per bushel to allow $110 million in added savings for global security. It warns against reliance on governments during trouble.
A concise directive notes the value of direct communication, urging clarity and restraint. The speaker emphasizes addressing issues plainly while avoiding harsh or cutting wording.
June 10th observance of the King's Birthday is muted as banks and post offices close only in some communities. A municipal proclamation is needed for official status and August civic holiday proposals surface. The mayor has limited power to declare three civic holidays a year, to be chosen for broader community benefit. Over 200 attend the Elks Trans-Canada ball to raise funds for Save the Children Fund.
Sunday observances mark Pether's Day as a rest and tie celebration. Several tenders for the Russell tourist cabin sale are filed, with at least six bids by Tuesday noon. Church camps at Clearlake open registrations. boys and girls choose weeks in July. Miss Marjorie Dunn delivers the York ton General Hospital nursing school valedictory on May 30. Main street gains as two new businesses start, while a machine shop and shoe repair shop prepare to open in renovated spaces.
The Nation's Corner notes fishermen like Albert Ziprick laments bad luck on the Shell river this season. Ziprick recalls the only bite hooked him, and Lew claims a successful catch yesterday. A Westwood window display showcases the best story prize with a whopper expected to win.
Parish notices list service times for CHRIST CHURCH Rev. G H Adams BA L Th on June 16 Trinity Sunday with 11 am Morning Prayer in Russell and 2 pm Shellmouth 4:30 pm Craigie and 7:30 pm Russell Evening Prayer. June 23 1st after Trinity Morning prayers at Russell 11 am and other times.
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