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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 09, 1939
Page
1
.Along with local sport and civic notes, the 1904 history recalls the Russell Liberal Conservative Association election, bonspiel trophies, and the first marriage since St Cuthbert's consecration. The article also lists station developments, business openings, and upcoming events in Russell and area.
The Christ Church calendar lists a Matins and Sermon at 9 00 am and a Sunday School session at 9 30 pm on Sunday March 12 1999. The note records a Lent day program with worship and teaching activities.
In a House of Commons session last Tuesday J A Glen defended the Canada United States trade agreement signed in Washington on November 11, 1938. He argued the treaty, though complex, marks a major Liberal policy move toward freer trade and benefits the common people by expanding trade while requiring mutual concessions. He countered critics who claim a do nothing policy and stressed the three country pact as a landmark in wartime era economic cooperation.
The final game of the Consolation event was won by Eddie Leifer's rink last Wednesday evening. Opposing Leifer in the final was a rink skipped by Jack Robertson, with the prize winning squad including Eddie Leifer, Jean Waddell, T Dunn, Cuitt Adolph Jack Robertson, Heather McIntyre, Mather, and FP W Lamb. Regular curling draws are now played as a knockout competition.
Neighborhood Happenings cover the W L meeting on March 1 with prize donation, a reading by Mrs Gibson, and a contest won by Mrs Breckes. It lists upcoming meetings, lunch receipts, and a school bonspiel with 10 rinks entered. Inglis bonspiel results and standings for multiple teams are detailed, plus social events, orchestral entertainment, and plans for a whist live and dance on March 17.
Endcliffe Mrs. A McTier and Miss Bunce McLean of Binscarth visited with their brother in law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. A M Crerar last week. Mr. and Mrs. O M Laycock and Mr. and Mrs. G Gelb and family attended the Elks social evening in Russell last Thursday. The handicraft group met at the home of Mrs. Roy McCann on Thursday afternoon. A large crowd enjoyed the house party held at the Simms Brothers' home last Wednesday.
Birdtail C Crookabanks spent winter with Mesars Fox and Brigett cutting ice, visiting friends here. Mira George Pardell with granddaughter Helen Sab weekend in the city. A Cleland runs a saw mill and plans to start up this week. Fha Ranchyale Ladies Alt held first Thursday meeting at Alex Andrews. Mr and Mrs W Pelton, wintered in Gilbert Plains, La, expected to visit before returning to coast.
Silverton remembers the regnar UW meeting this afternoon at Mrs R. 8. Coch fame home. The local proom ball team attended the Angusville tournament and won three games. The C.G. 1. 7. met for their reg Har meeting last Saturday at Mrs. Brasdfoot with Wise Brook in charge. Harvey Hyde past the dangerous illness stage and recovering. Eagar Kennedy of Yorkton visiting his sister Mrs W C Anderson and brother Roy Kennedy in the village. Rev A Calder visiting Winnipeg since Monday. Flu affecting many families. C Virtue and N A Robertson are improved after illness suite.
Rossburn residents Rossburn Mrs Hambley and Barbara visited Toronto last week while Mr Dawson vacationed in Peterborough Ontario. AM Armstrong covers during the absence. C.G.I T carnival last Saturday awarded prizes in many categories including Ladies Janet Bersice Me Feeters and Iris under 0 years. Hockey: Indians vs Rossburn Thursday score 2? Rossburn, and Oakburn versus Rossburn Friday resulted in Rossburn victory with J McLeod scoring many goals. W T McDonald refereed with few penalties.
The minister urges turning swords into plowshares and calls for peaceful thoughts in homes. He stresses Christians must act now to save civilization and pray for national leaders, while church members meet in worship to show love of Christian living and help bring peace to the land.
Dropmore Doug Herbert, of Shellmouth, stayed with his brother J Herbert. Mrs. Lewis visited Rochedale district with sister Mrs. Duggan and brother FL Skinner. Mrs. H Roberts and Nelson visited Mrs. Roberts’ sister Mrs. Rawlings in Stornaway, Sask. Mrs. W Craig and son from Rochedale stayed with mother and sister Mrs. Herbert. Castleavery district whist drive awarded prizes to Miss Christof, Jack Nichols, and others.
Mrs Allis Henderson Man a longtime Russel district resident died early Friday in St Boniface hospital at age 58 after medical treatment. Born in Dunville Ontario she moved west with her parents, married James Man in 1898 and lived on a farm south of Russell. She was active in Christ Church WA Russel Chapter Order of Eastern Star and Crystal Rebekah lodge. Survived by husband Vera and sons George and Robert of Russell. Funeral held at Christ Church.
Sir Joseph Wesley Flavelle a noted financier died suddenly Tuesday morning in Palm Beach Florida at age 1. The report also notes Hon Robert Weir former federal agriculture minister was killed Tuesday in an accident at Weidon Sauk when a load of grain toppled a bum. The wire of world events includes Nazi youth abstinence calls in emulation of Hitler and Britain reaching a wartime understanding with Holland. Roosevelt pledges action against religious persecution in democracies. First transcontinental airmail flights completed between Montreal and connecting points by Trans-Canada Air Lines. Transport plans for 3,000 Sudeten Germans to Canada reported, to settle in Peace River and northern Saskatchewan. Premier King urges urgent routine work as major questions may arise from the international situation. Madrid regime resists democracies in the Spanish Civil War. Saskatchewan considers lowering farm machinery prices. Manitoba to cooperate. Cardinal Pacelli elected pope Pius XI on his 63rd birthday. A draft world wheat agreement with fixed price and export quotas is under review by 27 governments with a special committee meeting planned for April 13. If acceptable, a world wheat conference will be arranged.
The Banner reports the Wilton town project of William Dunn’s residence was a major 1938 season undertaking. The old 32x32 structure was remodeled into a modern home with a dining room, living room, sunroom, enclosed verandah, three second floor bedrooms and a bath. Most materials came from a local mill fifty miles north and Jim Donahue acted as contractor. The redecoration cost about one third of a new building of similar size, illustrating the value of careful planning and workmanship.
Russell Agricultural Society directors set July 21 as the fair date. Preparations for the season’s work were made and the prize list revised. An associate board of directors and women directors for 1989 were named, including D. R. McDougald and Mrs. J. Rea among others.
George Chipping sustained a severe arm injury at the CN.R. coal docks on Tuesday. His right arm was caught in gears, torn from above the elbow to the waist, and he was rushed to the hospital. Doctors do not expect loss of use of the arm, but he will be laid up for months.
A Saturday broomball doubleheader saw the junior game finish scoreless after ten minutes of overtime while the senior game ended with Castleavery defeating the opponent 14 to nil.
The Youth Training Centre held its second combined Social Evening in McRostie's Hall on Tuesday. Guests included Mayor Hembrof Rev Wallace and J A Peterson. A program featured parodies and songs, followed by a biag and impromptu acts. Refreshments and dancing to local musicians continued until midnight.
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