P C lead in Manitoba election stalemate in Roblin race
Manitoba election results show Progressive Conservatives leading the 57 seat house with 26 seats, Liberal-Progressives 19, CCF 11 and Independent 1. Roblin contenders Clement and Smellie Jr battled to a narrow finish, Clement leading by 132 unofficial votes as results trickle in. Keith Alexander topped the Roblin tally with 1884 votes over Ray Mitchell 1707 and M Miller 1081.
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P.c.s
Clement
Alexander
Roblin
Woo Wa Rom
Manitoba
Progressive-Conservatives
Liberal-Progressive
C.cf
Social Credit
LPP
Steve Juba
Winnipeg
Liberal-Progressives
CCF
Birtle-Russell
Rod Clement
Bob Smellie, Jr
Russell
Birtle
Smellie
Eugene Caldwell
Another Birdman Solo Flight at Russell Club
The Russell Flying Club reports member Vern Schwalm completed his first solo flight last Thursday, enjoying the thrill of solo time in the blue. Instructors from Virden visit weekly, with current operations on Mike Melynk’s farm field near Beautiful Lake south of Shellmouth.
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Russell Flying Club
Vern Schwalm
Virden
Mike Melynk
Beautiful Lake
Shellmouth
Manitoba Elks Convention at Russell Voted One of Best
The Manitoba Elks Association convention in Russell drew about fifty officers delegates and visitors and was rated among the best. Notable events included trophy awards for Portage la Prairie and The Pas, a banquet hosted by the Rebekah Lodge, and a parade ending at the cenotaph. Grand Exalted Ruler Bill Alton presented a $1200 voucher to Sacred Heart hospital for anaesthetic equipment.
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Manitoba Elks Association
Russell
Manitoba Elks' Association
Efs
Alex Chesky
J. A. Burgess
Grace Wilson
Erik Wadelius
Silver Beach
Biks’ Hall
Portage la Prairie Lodge
Gad Gillam
Pas
Brandon
Elks
Winnipegosis
Elks’ Band
Russell Lodge
Bill Alton
Gertrude
Sacred Heart Hospital
Billaston
Cece Pooles
Russell Royal Purple Lodge
Alex Bridge
Winnipeg
Royal Bank
Erik H. Wadelus
A. J. D. Bridge
Robi, McGimpsey
J.L. Stewart
Dauphin
Esquire
J.S. Mills
Hartney
Yoxall
A. L. Sorenson
Langruth
Tyler
E. Wilcock
A. J. Eamer
A. Newell
Neepawa
Roblin Elects Keith Alexander P C in Roblin Ride
Keith Alexander won the Roblin constituency for the Progressive Conservatives defeating former member Ray Mitchell of Grandview. The result shifts the riding after a tight race with Mitchell seeking to reclaim the seat.
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Keith Alexander
Roblin
Progressive Conservatives
Ray Mitchell
Grandview
Planning Service Zoning Bylaw Approved By Council
Council approves the Planning Service Zoning Bylaw as submitted by Manitoba Planning Service and authorizes a payment of 3104.94. Building permits are granted to Peter Ashey for a 12 by 32 foot frame dwelling addition and to M. E. Wilson for a garage.
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Province of Manitoba Planning Service
Peter Ashey
M. E. Wilson
Cubs Grand Howl Before Exams Slowdown
Nineteen Cubs gathered for the Grand Howl as exams loom, with Akela giving a short address. Star work postponed, two teams played fastball, Dennis Wilson’s squad beating Doc Smellie’s crew. Akela umpired. Baloo officiated as the Cubs are reminded to do their best.
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Cubs
Akela
Dennis Wilson
Doc Smellie
Baloo
Rev. Tindale
Silverton Community Host To C of C Meeting Friday
The June meeting of the Russe Chamber of Commerce will be held Friday evening in the Silverton Community hall. Residents will join members for a business session and entertainment. Wives are invited. Meet at the parking lot at 7 30 for transport. The meeting aims to start at 8 with films and lunch provided by local women.
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The
Russe. Chamber of Commerce
Silverton
Nand
Good Ladies
Sillverton
Sportsmen Meet At Clear Lake This Week
The Manitoba Federation of Game and Fish Associations holds a two day convention at Clear Lake Thursday and Friday. Delegates discuss big game licensing, opening dates, waterfowl conservation, and enforcement measures. Russell, Beausejour, and Winnipeg figures are named among attendees and resolutions push licensing reform and habitat protection.
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Manitoba Federation of Game and Fish Associations
Clear Lake
Ben~ito - Durban
Plumas
Gilbert Plains
Fort Garry
Benito Durban
Holland
Baldur
Hariney
Mes
Dauphin
Red Deer Point
Winnipeg
Russell
Whiteee
Shell Forest Reserve
Brandon
Hartney Angusville
Neepawa Suggez
Gaseta
Whitemud
Pec
RCMP
RPE
Lundar
Rothesay Alink
Hay Gillespie
Chas
Ecrarlene
Bill Skinner
Edis Frieze
Russell Branch
Catholic Women's League June Meeting Report
Catholic Women's League Sub-Division of St. Joseph's Parish met at Mrs. Orpha Yankoski's home on June 11 with 16 members and Rev. Father Larrabee present. Planning for a fair booth and fall raffle prizes completed. Effie Gillen reported on the Archdiocesan Convention's focus on training and leadership roles for women. A lunch was served by Mrs. Yankoski with help from Mrs. Laing and Mrs. Kuznicki. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Callymak's home on Wednesday July 6.
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Ane Iegwar
C.W.L
St. Joseph's Parish
Orpha Yankoski
Father Larrabee
Effie Gillen
Archdiocesan
Yankoski
Laing
Kuznicki
Callymak
Annual Plowing Match Attracts Large Crowd
Nort Western Manitoba plowing event drew a large crowd at Henry Siwak's farm yesterday. Ten contestants entered open, 4-H and one-way classes with judges Mr. Mac and Mr. Jock Demman from Portage la Prairie. Final results and next rounds expected at Portage la Prairie next Wednesday.
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Nort Western
Manitoba
Henry Siwak
Mac
Jock Demman
Portage la Prairie
Portage l
Russell Band Takes Third in Kamsack Mardi Gras Contest
Elks' band led by Bandmaster Alvin Kingdon traveled to Kamsack for a four-band competition during Mardi Gras. The Russell group placed third behind Yorkton Dauphin and Sturgis, in a day of eventful musical rivalry.
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Alvin Kingdon
Elks
Kamsack
Russell
Yorkton
Dauphin
Sturgis
Russell Alumni in North Surrey Celebrate Golden Anniversary
Former Russell residents gathered in North Surrey British Columbia on June 10 to honor Mr and Mrs John Duns on their golden wedding anniversary. Attendees included long time friend Rev Selder who officiated their 1908 Minniska church wedding. Guests sent cards flowers and gifts from Winnipeg Portage la Prairie and The Netherlands.
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North Surrey
B.C
John Duns
Selder
Rev
J. King
Minniska Church
Harry Hughes
Winnipeg
Portage la ‘Prairie
Netherlands
Bunanore
Russell
Ave
British Columbia
Thank You to Supporters of Easter Seal Campaign
Dr. A Schwartz of the Manitoba Easter Seal Fund thanks Kiwanis Club of Russell and its Easter Seal Committee for their work on the 1958 campaign. The revenue is expected to exceed 87000 dollars, about an 11 percent rise over 1957, aiding crippled children in Manitoba.
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Sue Sumwing
Kiwanis Club of
Russell
A. Schwartz
Manitoba Easter Seal Fund
Manitoba
4-H Calf Club Meeting Notes and Rally Day Prep
The 4-H Calf Club met at A. Klimack's home on June 9 with poor attendance due to exams. Committees reported progress on the Rally Day banner and display. Mr. Coulter gave a short quiz on handbooks. Next meeting will be a judging class at A. Coulter's home.
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A. Klimack
Coulter
A. Coulter
Uninvited Guests as Weather Warms
When warm weather arrives biting and stinging insects awaken and houseflies breed inside homes. Blackflies and mosquitoes seek meals, making it wise to install window and door screens to block entry and protect living spaces.
Kiwanis Rose Day Boosts Camp Funding at Silver Beach
The Kiwanis Club Rose Day raised more funds for the boys and girls summer camp at Silver Beach. Money will pay for a water safety instructor and cook for two weeks. Boys camp opens July 20 and girls camp July 27.
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Kiwanis Club
Silver Beach
Local ridings see Liberal-Progressive wins on debate speech
The member for Marquette spoke for the Progressive Conservative candidate in Rogers Rossburn and Russell delivering strong majorities to the Liberal Progressive candidate. The result suggests the speaker’s time might have been better spent in Ottawa.
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Nick
Rogers
Rossburn
Russell
Marquette
Ottawa
Schedule Strain Eases With Extended Week Evenings Plan
Town seeks more days or evenings to fit meetings and events. Friday includes C. of C. meeting donkey hall piano recital and lodge gathering, causing overlap concerns. AOTS. meeting postponed again due to scheduling squeeze.
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Mene
C. of C
Mrs Major of Foxwarren to celebrate 92nd birthday
Friends extend congratulations to Mrs Major of Foxwarren as she plans to mark her 92nd birthday on Friday June 20. The milestone gathers well wishers in the district.
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Major
Foxwarren
Cash to Carry Fundraiser Aims for Memorial Arena
Russell Ellis proposes laying a concrete floor at the Memorial arena to enable year round public use. A kickoff event titled Cash-O will take place Thursday night June 26 with numerous cash prizes to be won.
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Russell Ellis
Memorial Arena
Monster
Giants Lead Standings After Mixed Week In League Schedule
The Giants hold top position after a week of mixed results in the second round, beating Clem ents and the Elks while the Legion defeated Nields. Nields climbed into the win column by beating Farmers as Legion prepared to face Farmers. Upcoming schedule includes Donkey Ball on Monday, Giants vs Farmers on Friday, and Clements vs Legion next Wednesday. Inglis hosted a Sunday tournament with three league teams and one ladies’ team. The Rockets, drawn from Clements, Legion and Elks, won the event with three wins, Lennard tallying in the final. Giants earlier won two but fell to the Rockets in the semifinals. The ladies’ entry also won their division with three victories, Inglis providing the final opposition.
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Giants
Legion
Clements
Elks
Nields
Farmers
Inglis
Rockets
Elkis
Aking Lennard
Adies
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Ron Robertson
Robin
M. Miller
Mr. Mitchell
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R. G. Smeltie
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Terry
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D. A. Kinney
Alf. Eamer
Jack Wilson
Stan Otto
Regina
al. Eamer
Erik Wede
Thm
Dany Ad Min
Powell River
A. E Eamer
Stan F. Otto
Jack Graham
R. McGimpsey
A. Johnson
Association
Elk
Wedel
de Rus
Ree
A.J. D. Bridge
J. L. Stewart
W. Brarnarson
Gladstone
E. Yoxall
A. Dominick
the Pas
James Mills
W. Bayne
Swan River
E. Sorenson
Ed. Wilcock
F. Girling
Russ Jackman
P. Neweld
A. Leskiw
Flin Flon
L. Sullivan
J. Atkinson
F. Cult
A. Campbell
B. Crerar
A. Oliphant
A. Imrie
Winnipes
W. Buchanan
Walter Ryback
Hes Neepawa
M. Murray
Mervyn Dunn
Alex Kieper
Bill Hoffman
Planning Service
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Catholic Women’s League
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