Opportunities Call in Western Canada Lists 1737 Openings
The revised Canadian National Railways Opportunities list shows 1737 job openings from Port Arthur Ontario to Victoria British Columbia. Professions include 117 doctors and 99 druggists while many trades such as blacksmiths, veterinarians, hotel staff, harness makers, and mill workers are sought in western Canada. Professor Rutherford notes farming shifts to export markets, linking agriculture with industry and urban commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Rutherford “van
Saskatchewan College of Agriculture
Agricultural Gazette
Noxious Weeds Lecture Warns of Thistles and Clean Farms
Mr Geo Walton of the Provincial Weeds Inspection department lectured on noxious weeds with focus on Canada Low and Russian Thistles. He urged farmer cooperation and summer fallow to smother weeds, noting land value could rise to 150 per acre if farms remain clean. Mr Brown of the inspection department followed with brief remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. Walton
Canada
Brown
Insoection Department
Walton
Sydney Beach Plans Home and Barn Improvements
The article notes Sydney Beach being connected by telephone on line 264 ring 1-4 and reveals his plans to undertake extensive house upgrades and barn remodeling in the near future.
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Sydney Beach
Born Priaulx at Russell Two New Sons
At Russell on February 26 a son to Mr and Mrs W Priulx Cameron William. At Russell on February 27 a son to Mr and Mrs D Goddard.
Wanted a general servant by April first
Classified notice seeking a general servant by April 1st. Apply to Mrs W W Wilson, Russell, mic.
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W. W. W. Wilson
Russell, Mic
Local notes from Silverton and area updates
Mr A M Anderson returned from Winnipeg last week and several residents traveled to Edmonton for work. A new baby for John Crerar and Busler families. the rink tourney near Rossburn drew strong results with seven wins in eight open events. W M S meeting discussed India’s status and missionary work. weed control talks by H Brown and G Walton attracted farmers despite modest attendance. Sunday School announcements and local church life wrap the page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M. Anderson
Winnipeg
George McFarlane
Junr
Edmonton
Busler
Summerberry
Sask
Russell Flynn
Cummings
Silverton
Q. Broadfoot
D. C. Stewart
Almyer
John Crerar
Wiliam Reginald
Rossburn
John
Sauskatchewan
Rapid City
Douglas
Portase la Prairie
India
Kirkbride
Moses
S. S
H. Brown
G. Walton
Weed, Commission
Angusville News Roundup and Local Changes
Angusville C H Staples rushed to Ontario to be with his mother on her deathbed. Ernest Switzer resumes Angusville rink operations while a new barber takes charge. Dr McDonald provided valued medical services during the flu epidemic. Mrs Vandecar returns from Rochester after a successful goitre operation. The Government Weed Commission will lecture Angusville on weed destruction methods next Wednesday at 2 p.m. The flu outbreak wanes and the town thanks helpers for aid during the crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. H. Staples
Ontario
Angusville
Ernest Switzer
McDonald
Vandecar
Rochester
I Y Angusville
JL. C. Boulton
L. C. Boulton
Thompson
Boulton
Tillsonburg
John
Ronald Speers
Speers
Russell
Sinclair Maynes
Weyburn
Sons of England
Lodge Queen of the West
Man
1.C.C.F
D. R. Gooday
Creamery exhibitors win prizes at Canadian exhibition
The daily exhibition in Canada drew a large audience with notable wins by Russell and Shoal Lake Creameries. Russell earned one first prize and two third prizes, Shoal Lake won one first and one second. J. P. Donald, formerly of Russell and now with a creamery firm in Edmonton, also figured prominently among prize winners.
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Winnipeg
Canada
Russell and Shoal Lake
J. P. Donald
Russell
Edmonton
Russell Town Notes and Local Notices
Local telegram style round up reports Mr Power becomes bookkeeper for Mr J Devlin and Mr and Mrs W J Dotg travel to the coast. Appointments include Mr J A Glen as Manitoba Trustees Association president and Mrs Glen on the Manitoba Red Cross Advisory Council. Flu and illness affect families, several deaths noted, and community meetings planned at Russell including football club, Odd Fellows, and school staff updates.
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Power
J. Devlin
W. J. Dotg
United Farmers of Manitoba Political Action Advt
F. W. Robinson
Millwood
Brandon
Glen
Manitoba Red Cross Society
Geo. Briggs
H. Payne
Grand Lodge of Oddfellows
Winnipeg
Russell Lodge
T. Lyon
E. Madill
Chas. Herbert
Arthur More
Boulton
England
Russell Football Club
L. C. Boulton
Grand Central Hotel
Russell School
Miss Kippan
W. Hembroff
W. C. Mitchell
A. Astbury’s
T. Hill & Son
Spy Hill
T. Hembroff
Ole Olson
P. H. Nelson
R. Robb
Veteran John Watkins Sentenced to be Executed
John Watkins a veteran who served in the 226th Overseas Battalion with Lt. Col. Gillespie was sentenced to hang for murder after a four hour jury deliberation. Judge McKay announced the sentence and ordered transcripts to the Justice Ministry. The 226th Battalion is seeking commutation and urged veterans to sign a petition at Nelson's Post Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Watkins
Gillespie
McKay
226Th Overseas Battalion
Nelson
226Th Battalion
Watkins
Women’s Institute Plans for Rink and Gym and Youth Support
The February meeting at Mrs L McFadyen’s gathered many members. They approved last meeting minutes, funded freight for clothing sent to Saskatchewan, and discussed plans for a rink gymnasium and support for Boys and Girls Club. A nurse inquiry and health inspections were tabled with actions to obtain Manitoba laws on women and children. A Whist Drive was arranged with Mrs Ridgway Mrs D Stewart and Mrs Bryant on the committee. next meeting at Mrs Bryant’s home.
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Women’s Institute
L. McFadyeng
Saskatchewan
Extension Department
Manitoba
Estate of John Frederick Sofess Filed Claims Deadline
Notice in the matter of the estate of John Frederick Sofess late of Droomore Manitoba farmer deceased All claims against the estate must be filed at Russell Manitoba office on or before April 1 1920 Executrix Lena Louisa Spiess represented by Wilson & Glen solicitors gives the filing deadline and location in Russell Manitoba dated February 25 1920.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane Eleanor McLennan
Silver Creek
Province of
Manitoba
Russell
Wilson & Glen Solicitors
John Alexander McLennan
John Frederick Sofess
Droomore
Lena Louisa Spiess
Also Mentioned on This Page
Merchants Bank
the Merchants Bank
E. Lucas
Russell Branch
Henry Drayton
Finance
Union Bank OF Canada
Safety Deposit Boxes
Ric. A My
Ib Wis
Baxter
C. Ivey
Western
Dropmore
J. A. Glen
Manitoba Trustees Association
Eagles
Apri
C. McDonad
Agricultural Societys
Winnineg
Russell Society
D. R. McDonald
Newdale
Helen E. Kippan
Rh. A
Robert Kippan
F. B. Stacy
Chilliwack
B. C
London
Ont
Wesley College
Stick
Elizabeth L. Hembroff
Hembroff
Paisley
Harold
Walter
Tom
J. F. Douglas
Messrs. J. Robinson
R. H. Beatty
A. McLennan
John Davidson
A Buie
Fred Vinnell
Shellmouth
J. McIntyre
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