Special Town Council Meeting in Russell
A special Russell Town Council meeting granted permission for a September 15 tag day led by an acting mayor. The secretary treasurer was ordered to request public works graveling funds, several lots were sold including Lot 1 Block 112 Plan 377 to Clarence Cusitair for one dollar with build by 2600, and other parcels to Russell Setter for 250. By laws approved sales to R McMurray and Mrs Krogstead. The solicitor to pursue unpaid 1950 business taxes in court.
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Russell
Mission
Department of Public Works
Clarence Paul Cusitar
Russell Setter
R. McMurray
Christ Church Bids Farewell To Visitor
Thirty five members of Christ Church in Russell gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs Salmon to bid farewell to a visitor who had been active since March. Mr D Cassin presented him with a pen and pencil set as a memento. He thanked friends and spoke of his pleasant months here. A luncheon was served.
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Christ Church
Russell
Russell Rural Council Notes June Meeting Actions
At the RM Russell regular meeting held June 12, the council reported a government grant of 2850 for the Binscarth Bridge and 4800 for gravelling. Requests to drop certain gravelling miles were denied. Land transfers included NW 13-20-28 to R G Christopher for 1280 and NW 7-19-29 to Seymour Fraser for 300. North American Lumber Co was refused road distance signs. A weed inspection check and a TB survey organizing meeting were arranged, with the Reeve to represent. A 75 grant was approved for the Women’s Institute.
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Council of the
RM. of
Russell
Municipality Ltd
Binscarth
N.W
R. G. Christopher
Seymour Fraser
North American Lumber Co
Women's Institute
U S Picnic Planned For Allendale Park
Knox United Church Sunday School schedules a picnic on Sunday June 24 at Allendale Park. Cars depart the church at 2 30 pm. children should be accompanied by parents and bring their own lunch to be pooled. Members and drivers should leave names with Jack Thom at the Banner office.
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Knox United Church Sunday School
Allendale Park
Jack Thom
Chamber Discusses Beautification and Red Cross Efforts
The Chamber of Commerce met Friday to review ongoing campaigns including beautification, Red Cross canvass, and a membership drive. Acknowledgment was planned for oil workers and a function organized. provincial directors discussed reorganizing dormant Chambers and joining the Manitoba organization.
Favorite Pets Shown By Kiddies In Russell Show
Twenty five children brought their dogs to Memorial rink for the second annual Pooch show, sponsored by the Russell Kiwanis Club. Judges Bill Barry and W Moore named longest pedigree Bob, smallest space Corky, and best dressed Daisy. Each participant received a cash award. Dogs included Buddy Heather Buster Tippy Smoky Bud Tooker and Lassie among others.
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Russell
Memorial Rink
Russell Kiwanis Club
Juges
Bill Barry
Shellmouth
W. Moore
J. A. Keddy Ltd
Brandon
Bob
Terry Westwood
Corky
Wes Fenton
Smoky
Bandra Bell
Daisy
Maureen Garritty
Marilyn Fenton
Buddy
Eldon Diamond
Heather
Gordon McFall
Buster
Lucas Pacy
Tippy
Gary Paterson
Larry Barker
Bud
Teddy Robertson
Tip
Wes Schwalm
Rodney Rowley
Flip
Donnie Sanderson
Tuffy
School Inspector Sidney Denham Appointed for Russell District
Sidney George Denham, a Manitoba native educated at Foxwarren and the University of Manitoba, 1932, becomes public school inspector for the Russell and district. He taught at Russell and Dauphin, served as principal in Yellowknife North West Territories, and most recently led at Hamiota. He is married with one child.
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Russell and
Sidney George Denham
Denham
Manitoba
Foxwarren
University of Manitoba
Russell
Dauphin
Peace
Anglican Church Notice Rev C W J Salmon Conducts Services
Morning Prayer at 11 at Christ church Russell. 3 pm Evening prayer at St Tuthbert's Shellmouth. 7 30 pm Evening prayer at St Matthews Binscarth. The Ven H E Bridgett MC SLA will conduct these services in the parish.
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C. W. J. Salmon
Christchurch
Russell
St Tuthbert's
Shellmouth
St., Matthews
Binscarth
H. E. Bridgett
SLA
Russell Athletic Council Reports On Activities
Representatives from the Women Institute and the RM of Russell planned a July TB Clinic in Russell on the 17th and 18th, with coordinators named for canvassing, publicity, registrations, and hostesses. A Binscarth clinic follows on July 19 with similar arrangements. The council formed last year, elected officers led by J Wilson as president, and has funded hockey and figure skating efforts, plus a junior level progression toward senior teams. The group helped establish a tennis club and thanks local bodies for support and transportation.
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Women’ Institute
R. M. of
Russell
W. L. Rutledge
Manitoba
T.B
A. G. Smellie
D. Vinneil
Jame Rea
WAL
J. Silver
J. E. Forsyth
G. W. Bicknell
D. Vinnell
Russell Athletic Council
J. Wilson
R. Cowan
C. Foster
Cooper
Oil Crew Moves Headquarters to Kamsack in Saskatchewan
The Imperial Oil crew formerly stationed in Russell since last fall leaves Saturday to set up new headquarters in Kamsack. Leader J Rempel says farewell with thanks for the warm reception and cooperation from Russell residents. The traveling crew includes R M McElwain, E E Cooper, R H Edmunds, W A Johnston, and others. Garrity faction remains in Russell for exploration work.
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Imperial Oil
Russell
Kamsack
J. Rempel
Manitoba Elks Convention Names Provincial Executive
A Manitoba Elks Association convention in Winnipeg announced provincial executive appointments. Mr E Yoxall, a Manitoba Elks member, was named chaplain while Gad Gillam trophy was presented to Gad Gillam at the meeting attended by many chapter members.
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Russell
Manitoba Elks Association
Winnipeg
Gad Gillam
E. Yoxall
Manitoba Tks Association
Cups Changing Hands In Card Tournament
The Aux ilary card tournament cups rotated possession as Mrs P Gooda and Mrs W McCaig of Binscarth held the bridge cup after beating Mrs C W Thom and Mrs J Burgess. Mr P Gooda and Mr W McCaig won the canasta cup from Mrs E Thom and Bob Thom. A whist match between current holders Len Margetts and W Fenton with Miss Phyllis Coultis was set for Tuesday night.
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P. Gooda
W. McCaig
Binscarth
C. W. ‘Thom
J. Burgess
E. Thom
Bob ‘Thom
Len Margetts
W. Fenton
Phyllis Coultis
What Russell's loss means for Kamsack crew departure
The Imperial Oil crew leaves for new fields, a move seen as Russell's loss and Kamsack's gain. The team integrated into the community, showing enthusiasm for local business and sport, and plans to return for visits if not for work.
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Russell
Kamsack
Imperial Oil
Rusell
Kiwanis Rose Day supports boys camp at Silver Beach
Kiwanis Club stages its annual Rose Day this Saturday to raise funds for a two week camp for boys at Silver Beach from July 1 to 15. Canvassers will be out all day and a lapel rose signals support for the project.
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Silver Beach
Kiwanis Club
First big ball tournament by Russell Curling Club
Russell observes a full holiday next Wednesday for the Russell Curling Club’s first major ball tournament. The notice urges participation and marks the event as a key community sports occasion.
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Russell
Russell Curling Club
Time traveler’s tale of roaming coop and hungry chicks
A chicken raiser moved a coop to favor fresh grass for his flock. He once towed the coop behind his car for a long move, forgetting to untie the tow rope. On the next trip downtown the coop bounced along merrily, while the traffic toll to the chicks remains undisclosed.
Oil well depth reached near St Lazare with coring
Latest report from Imperial Oil shows Madeline No 1 northwest of St Lazare has reached 1436 feet. Coring operations are underway as drilling continues to advance deeper into the formation.
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Madeline No. 1
Imperial Oil
St. Lazare
Dogs Targeted by Porcupine Quills Recalled in District
Dr. Page reports being summoned to a farm west of town about a week ago to remove porcupine quills from two dogs. The incident echoes a past time when three local dogs suffered similar injuries in a battle with the same spear-throwing rodents, reminding residents of the district’s porcupine presence.
RECORD TAG DAY Raises $302 for Blind Fund Drive
Final results from the tag day for the Blind show a total of $302.87 collected, topping all drives in recent years and marking a record for the fundraiser.
Oil treatment steadies Main Street dust after coating
Still is hope, tho Main street received its annual oil treatment last Friday. The sand coating reduced tracking oil into sidewalks and businesses. Until a hard surfacing job is done, residents accept the temporary measure.
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Main Street
Rod Clement Tops Members At Sport
Rod Clement was judged the fastest in a 50 yard dash at a Portage la Prairie political picnic attended by Rod and Mrs. Clement and legislators. He also served as catcher in ball games, while Mrs. Clement lost the rolling pin contest to most of the ladies present.
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Rod Clement
Mrs. Clement
Portage
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Russell Rural
Gerald Keating
Russell Collegiate
C. C. Foster
U.S
Red Cross
Chamber of Commerce
C.G
Rex Tard
J. A. Burgess
Chambers of Commerce
Marquette
McMullen
Mantoba
Schol
W. E. Fenton
W. J. Patterson
Kiddies
Sid Denham
F.b
Russell Mem. Rink Board
BPOE
Kiwanis
Mr. Rempel
R. M. Mc Elwain
E. E. Cooper
R. H. Edmunds
W. A. Johnston
E. B. Spencer
M. M. Hamilton
W. T. Mason
R. A. Ruffange
J. B. McArthur
D. ¥. Strand
Logie Smellie
Don Adolphe
Laurie Whitmer
G. E. Garritty
Dick German
Pete Gascon
Nelson McKinnon
Emile Steinwalt
Adolph Steinwalt
Garrity
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