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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 24, 1976
Page
1
Pharmacare reminds those who did not file 1975 reimbursement claims that the deadline is June 30, 1976. The date was extended to June 20 this year due to new universal program rollout. Future years will use March 31 as the claim deadline, with 1976 claims due by March 31, 1977.
The Manitoba Elks Association held its 49th annual convention in Russell from Thursday to Saturday with 91 delegates from 24 Lodges and 101 convention visitors including 68 ladies. Programs featured installations, reports, and a parade to the cenotaph, with Portage la Prairie, Swan River, and Killarny chosen for upcoming events.
Search underway for Miss Parkland Summer Games with a June 26 event at the Dauphin Allied Arts Center. Contestants aged 18 plus may advance to Miss Manitoba Summer Games in Neepawa on August 21, with formal attire and talents judged.
A Sunday crowd set a record for the Manitoba circuit as harness racing returned under good weather and track conditions. About $8,000 was bet with winners including Battle Belle at Central Hotel, Dusty’s Victory at Richmar Drive-in, Silver Ivanho at Shell Oil, Titan Trish at Belvedere, Thunderbird Peace at Berg’s Hatchery, Johnny Paradise at Southside Service, Big Quill at Ghri Rite, Cracker’s Crumb at Clement’s Farm Equipment, with times ranging from 2.10 to 2.28.
The Russell Men's spring tournament drew 125 golfers from across Manitoba and beyond under sunny but windy conditions. Francis Cote won the Championship flight with an 80, one stroke ahead of runner-up Butch Fleury. Dick first and Frankie Clement were second in the first flight. Additional flight winners included Ron Bear, Lorne Robinson, Lorne Richardson, Gene Parks, Henry Bohn, Tom Smart, Wayne Onchulenko, Duncan Stewart, G. Trowell, and Johnny Wilson, with notable drives and hidden-hole prizes awarded.
Public meeting to plan the 4th Annual Beef and Barley Festival will convene in the Council Chamber Annex on Monday June 28 at 7 80 PM. Attendees will review the current events lineup and welcome new ideas to enhance the program. The festival has a chance to participate in a lottery draw on September 22 offering publicity opportunities.
The Rus sell Ladies Golf Club held a fun day with 20 members playing 18 holes in cool windy conditions. Arlene Burla won the Championship flight, Lee Reavie was runner up, June McMurray and Edith Wilson won the 1st flight, Joyce Gray and Liz Thompson won the 2nd flight, with Gray earning longest drive and Adeline Mather earning an extra prize. A social hour followed the golf and Marion Wilson served supper.
The Russell Fair Shopper is set to publish on Monday July 5 1976 with copy due by June 21 1976. Readers are reminded to remember this deadline and plan accordingly.
Ottawa imposes stricter rules on issuing Social Insurance Numbers effective July 1 1976. Applicants must provide proof of identity and status such as birth certificates or citizenship documents. Foreign visitors with unique numbers need a valid employment visa. Officials cite rising misuse and fraud and unlawful work as justification.
Advance tickets on sale for the RCMP Band concert at 8:00 PM July 3 at Memorial Arena. Front and rear doors will be open. Band performing at no charge to Russell Recreation Committee. all proceeds stay in the community. Tickets from Dne’s Mens Wear J. & B. Hardware Robinson Store or any police member in Russell.
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