Russell star shines in 880 and mile races at meet
Russell notes a standout performer, George Forsythe, clocking 2:00.0 in the 880 and 4:82.2 in the mile to outpace rivals Neepawa’s Mark Stoddard and Frontier Collegiate’s Harvin Chartrand. The piece mixes local happenings from crop moisture concerns to community events, from school additions to park improvements and local awards, with a broad snapshot of town life and upcoming festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
George Forsythe
Neepawa
Mark Stoddard
Harvin Chartrand
Frontier Collegiate
CPR
Saskatchewan
Asessippi Park
Bill Walls
Frank Clement & Sons Ltd
General Motors
Brandon
Harold Clement
Walls
Pratt
Inglis
Laurie Davidson
Russell Memorial Arena
Russell Town Council
Frank Lexgat
Birtle
Manitoba
Winnipeg
Vinden
Bob Page
Radin
Dauphin 3
Vandal
Ross Graham
Lorne Robinson
Arnold Minish
Ross
Arnold
Asessippi Beach
Angusville
Binsearth Sports
Langenburg Fish & Game League
Shellmouth Reservoir
Audrey Shondra
Story Reveals History Of Local Colonization Project
A Manitoba Centennial Year piece traces Dr. Barnardo's Industrial Home near Russell, notes land grants from Governor General and railway, 1888 to 1908 farm records of 1666 boys, public meetings, bands, picnics, and a dairy prize as part of the Barnardo legacy in Russell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
Dr. Barnardo Home
N.W
Barnardo's Homes National Inc
Alf W. L. Renwick
George William
Ernest Warington
John Underwood
Manitoba
Clifford E. Whitmer
Barnardo
Dr. Barnardo
London
England
Dominion Archives
Ottawa
Provincial Library and Archives
Witni
Russell Banner
Lady Aberdeen
Canada
Russell Farm
Manitoba and North - West Railway
Barnardo Homes
Russell Benner
Millwood
Tom Si
Mex Wetson
Support UMM Stand On MacDonald Sale Protest Debate
Russell Town Council backed the Manitoba Municipalities stance against the provincial government over selling Macdonald Airport to the Hutterite Brethren. The sale breached earlier land-purchase limits with the UMM and Hutterite Elders, but the government argued the accord was invalid and moved ahead. Councillor Copleman voted against. 1971 tax levies received second and third readings, building permits issued to Robert Jackson and Russell Meat Processors Ltd. Accounts totaling 4702.34 were approved. All council members attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
Manitoba
Macdonald Airport
UMM
Coppleman
Robert Jackson
Russell Meat Processors Ltd
Provincial Meet Stars Shine for Major Track Club
Manitoba athletes from Major Pratt’s Track Club captivated Winnipeg with strong showings at the provincial meet. George Forsythe led with wins in the mile and half mile while Sylvia Melnyk claimed the 60 yard dash, setting a milestone for MPC. Don Paradine placed second in the open javelin, James Gallant earned fourth in triple jump and sixth in the 100 yard dash, with others filling placings as the squad earned widespread recognition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pratt
Winnipeg
Major Pratt
George Foraythe
Mnf
Neepawa
Mark — Stadford
Canada
Doug Thompson
St. James
Sylvia Melnyk
MPC
Don Paradine
Don
James Gallant
George Forsythe
Mel
Manitoba
Dunham
Montgomery
Fowler
High Quality Stock at Foxwarren Show Scores Junior Golf Win
Willie Vewiurnont, youngest entrant under the age limit, shot 75 to win the Chip ping Gallinger Trophy at the Russell junior tournament, edging Rick Horn of Neepawa who shot 83 3 8. Jim Wilson led Russell with 82 for third. spread across flights were Roblin Roblin Gilberts Plain and others. The show included 4H club champions and livestock awards with prizes from the Manitoba Pool Elevator Association. Auction details note 74 steers sold at an average 81 85 per hundred, buyers discounted under 1000 lb steers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Vewiurnont
Russell
Willie
Rick Horn
Neepawa
Rick
Kelly Turner
Gilbert Plains
Jim Wilson
Randy Kieper
Kelvin Melnyk
Perry Melnyk
Birtle
Dale Murray
Gilbert Plain
Allan ‘Weibe
Altona
Paul Potter
Strathclair
Spencer Newton
Lary Cowan
Roblin
Lennard Smith
Rossburn
Craig Fiesler
Langenburg
Rob- Tin
Patty Falloon
Millwood Beef Club
Pat Trinder
Richard Trinder
Foxwarren Beef Club
Glen Falloon
Birtle Beef Club
Tom Scantlebury
Donna Stewart
A. Porter
Jack Dunn
Bill Fal- Yooh
Foxwarren
Angus
Birle
Hereford
Felloon
Fox
Wan
Gordon Ferguson
Brandon
Forage Field Day Showcases Latest Equipment Near Silverton
Farmers in western Manitoba can view the newest forage and hay handling gear at a field day on Thursday at the E. & V. Dunn farm, 3% miles north of Silverton. The Manitoba Department of Agriculture will have staff on hand at 10 30 am to discuss forage. Refreshments will be provided at the site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. & V. Dunn
Silverton
Manitoba Department of Agriculture and
Two Long-Time Area Residents Laid To Rest
Funeral services were held Wednesday for Mrs. Julius Kieper age 4 who died Monday in Brandon. Interment followed at Russell Memorial Gardens. A second service for Mrs. Joseph Flamond of Inglis aged 77 occurred at St Josephs Church with burial at Russell Memorial Gardens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julius Kieper
Brandon
Knox United Church
Russell Memorial Gardens
Joseph Flamond
Inglis
St. Josephs Church
Russell and District Hospital
Public Awareness For Water Safety Canada Manitoba
Public awareness officials report record drownings in Manitoba with a July peak. Water Safety Director Cam King notes 7B drownings in the year, up four from 1949 and 1969, and urges expanded Red Cross programs. He advocates school swimming programs and pools attached to schools to reach youths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cam King
Manitoba Red Cross
King
Manitoba
Red Cross
Week of Twinning For Rural City Students
A week long twinning program links Pelly Trail Division and Winnipeg schools to deepen understanding of rural and urban life. Elementary students from Russell Inglis Binscarth Rossburn Oakburn travel to Winnipeg, and city students visit rural sites and farms. Names of participants and itinerary details are listed, with return trips planned after weekend exchanges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pelly Trail
City of Winnipeg
Russell
Cecil Rhodes
Rossburn
Binscarth
Inglis
Weston School
Oakburn
Primrose
Kieper
McLeod
Berg
Shellmouth
Belle Busch
Yorkton Museum
Silver Beach
Lord Nelson
Isabel Cruickshank
Eileen Aubertin
Janet Longman
Noella Coutu
Richard Goodman
Lee Chorney
Joanne Dilanowski
Lorraine Kolas
Fred Hodgkinson
Dwight Magee
Pauline Antony
Frank
Ambiguous snippet notes Wfo20 age groups in list
Fragmentary text indicates an age group listing for Wfo20 with a focus on females between 30 and 40 in a sequence titled Gut oe of the Wistind. The garbled source lacks clear context, participants, dates, or locations. Further text needed for precise reconstruction.
Sudden Passing Of Mrs. W Dawidowski
Word arrived of the death of Mrs. William Dawidowski at Winnipeg General Hospital after a sudden illness. She was rushed by ambulance to Winnipeg on Monday. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at St Anrianian Catholic Church with prayers Friday at 8:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Russell Memorial Gardens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Dawidowski
Winnipeg General Hospital
Lower Fort Garry National Historic Park Fortified Hub
Lower Fort Garry National Historic Park stands as the sole surviving stone fort from three built by the Hudson's Bay Company during the 18th and 19th centuries, preserving a key piece of colonial trade and fortifications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lower
Fort Garry National Historic Park
Hudson's Bay Company
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Lestat
Stuart Barnardo
Toronto
Grace Church
CP. Railway
Barnargo
Barnett
Forresters Hall
Barnardo Boys
Barnardo Home
Barnardo Boys Band
Bamerdo
MacDonald Sale
Trask
Hig
Dawidowski
Don Rogers
Russell “Twins
Cindy Davidson
Rochelle Bassett
Bonnie Genaille
Linda Olson
Marilyn Fingas
Shannon Lange
David Keating
Kathleen Miller
Lori McLeod
Kirstine Nickel
Dale’ Wagner
Nola Garnett
Rhonde Munro
Janice Henschel
Joan McLeod
Jo-Anne Sawaryn
Ken Schepp
Doug Cochrane
Douglas Berke
Richardson Building
Polo Park
Airport
Museum of Man and Nature
St. Andrew's Locks
W. Dawidowski
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