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Russell Banner

Location

Russell, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Mar 10, 1921

Page

5

Education Reforms Bring Five New Manitoba Schools

The article notes the Pro vince of Manitoba expanding schooling in Shell Valley and Shell River areas. Mr. Ira Stratton and Mr. Belton spearheaded the effort, with Mrs. J. Morrison joining as teacher and matron. Five English speaking teachers now staff four new schools, reflecting community improvement and cross cultural gains. Local families and workers express gratitude for increased educational opportunities and better civic formation.

Shellbank Shell River Shell Valley Shell Vaie Belton Ira Stratton Manitoba Stratton J. Morrison T. Flora and C. Rose Shell Bank School Morrison Lowell

Moccasin Dance Notes and Daring Music Plans

Veterans notes praise higher turnout for the Moccasin Dance and thank patrons. The article humorously ponders music delivery options including a piping system around the rink with temperature triggered leaks or a wireless headpiece setup, joking about inventor committees and patent claims.

Silver Gram 2iarct Ard to Mp A4 Mrs Reyaie

Silver gram note appears clipped with misspelled names. The fragment mentions Mrs Reyaie and a possible location or recipient. Details are unclear and not enough to confirm event, date, or full names.

Reyaie

Forward Movement Week At Minniska Church Seeks Spiritual Victory

Miss N Bryant attends provincial W M S convention as a society delegate. Mr H Wallace plans a sale next week on the 17th and will remain a district resident after renting his farm to Mr Frame. Miss Sarah Jackson is accepted as a probationer by the Children's Hospital of Winnipeg and will leave for a new position. The church promotes Forward Movement week with two special Minnis ka meetings on the 22nd and 24th. Lord's Supper will be observed Sunday urging all to unite for evangelism and revival.

Mra G. Allen T. E M. Anderson Schoostees Wat Broadfoot Wat Broadfoot Canada Bester Rae J N. Bryant W. M S H. Wallace Frame Sarah Jackson Children’s Hospital of Winnipeg Minniska Christ

Rumors and changes stir Dropmore community chatter

Say Mac! notes suggest a new barber shop coming to Dropmore while discussions revive about a community hall with barber shop show and people room. Local business remarks include store visits by the Lewis family after illness and the departure of station agent MacTagart.

Mac MacTagart H. Spsiss

Christ Church Notes Fifth Sunday in Lent

A church notes list Holy Communion at 1 am and Evensong in the afternoon. The Confirmation Class meets next Sunday at 3 20 p m after Sunday School. A Lenten service was well attended last Wednesday and more services are planned. A teacher is sought for a class of youth. A united Lenten service inspired attendees. A meeting Monday evening March 16 at the Methodist church begins at 8 o clock. All are invited.

Hospital Scheme vote defeated amid mixed town results

Last Tuesday the Hospital Scheme failed to pass in most municipalities with Rus sell rural and Russell Town in support while Shellmouth and Boulton with Silver Creek opposed. Debenture by law also faced heavy opposition. future steps to keep the current hospital open are urged.

Russell Rural Russell Town Shellmouth Rylan Boulton and Silver Creek Red Cross Shoal Lake Sec’y Treas Boulton K. Smiths Dunkin Russell Shellouth

Anniversary Services at Presbyterian Church March 20

March 20 services at the Presbyterian Church feature Rev Dr John McKay principal of Manitoba College preaching both morning and evening. A Feast of Nations dinner in the church basement from 6 to 8 pm followed by a concert costs admission to dinner and concert.

Presbyterian Church John McKay Manitoba College McKay

Miss Whitmore's millinery opening announced for March

Local announcements list Miss Whitmore’s millinery opening for Saturday March 19 and following days. The Presbyterians host a sale of home cooking candy and afternoon tea on Saturday March 12 from 2 30 to 6 p m in the church basement. An Irish social event at the Methodist Church is planned March 14 with Irish readings songs and admission 35 cents at 8 30 p m. Brandon Exchange and Sales Co prints Dahrouge’s staple and fancy goods sale with no reserve.

Brandon Exchange and Sales Co Dahrouge

Local News Roundup From Various towns

Mr W Hembrof returned from Vancouver Saturday. Mr H Bell attended the Retail Merchants Convention in Winnipeg last week. Mrs W Dann left for Winnipeg for medical treatment. Mr and Mrs Harvey Lucas of Toronto visit Mr and Mrs B Lucas on their way home from the coast. J A Glen reelected president at Winnipeg Trustees Convention. Annie Mae Burrows visiting sister Mrs W Dunn in Russell Hospital. Smellie Bros store window decorated to promote Hospital scheme by L V Smith. Housing remains a town problem. summer action urged. Clement livery barn narrowly escaped fire, saved by citizens. Law prohibiting weapons without a permit will be enforced. provincial constable to issue permits. Ladies Auxiliary to the Russell Unit Army and Navy Veterans meet tonight at 8 for annual meeting and officer elections.

W. Dann Winnipeg Harvey Lucas Toronto B. Lucas J. A. Glen Assertion Annie Mae Burrows Reston W. Dunn Russell Hospital Smelilie Bros L. V. Smith Clement Livery Russell Army and Navy

Town Council Minutes March 3 Meeting Minutes

Regular council session on March 3 with Mayor Boulton and Councillors Warrington Nelson Park and Astbury. Minutes of prior meeting adopted. Various accounts approved for payment and protest noted to CNR over train schedule. Recognition given to W W Wilson for tar extractor. plan for temporary bank loan and by law for debentures discussed. Secretary Treasurer asked to contact Economy Foundry Co for contractor discussion.

Boulton Warrington Nelson Park Astbury Pei TE Avibien Tonewsas Man Bridge & Iron Works Murray Ouguet H. Calvert Sheen CRO Ness H. Gillespie Ieee West C.N.R Binscorth Swan River Winnipeg W. W. W. Wilson Economy Foundry Co

For Sale Five Aberdeen Angus Bulls from Champion Sire

Five pure bred Aberdeen Angus bulls about a year old offered by F. M. Leegang an e Marchwell Sask inquire for particulars. Sire Glencarmock 2nd unbeaten in his class previously sold for $1 000.00.

Aberdeen Angus Glencarmock F. M. Lee Ang Ane Marchwell

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