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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 25, 1948
Page
1
Forty rinks take part in a local novelty bonspiel opening the curling season. Heavy ice gave way to a full day as cooler weather allowed two draws, with losers entering consolation and finals expected tonight in both events.
The Angusville Rod and Gun Club guests of Alex Hotel Saturday for a chicken dinner honoring the club’s gift of a mounted deer head. The head was mounted by an unnamed craftsman and presented during the event.
James Thomas Lyon of Winnipeg after thirty years in Russell will celebrate his 90th birthday on Monday March 29. Despite total blindness he remains in fair health and keeps in touch with Russell friends through The Banner. He visits each summer with Mr and Mrs H J Pettitt as longtime local friends send best wishes.
Foxwarren wins the Baldy Northcott trophy and the Junior B Championship after a 5-2 win in Miami and an 8-2 series victory. Jack Mather, Bob Anderson, and Marshall G. lead the team with strong scoring while Anderson misses the final game due to a shoulder injury.
Local Red Cross officials plan a town canvass next week to urge generous contributions. Residents in districts being canvassed or those missed can donate at Russell Post Canteen or the Royal Bank. The Russell goal is as high as possible.
Dr. R. D. Bird of Brandon presented a striking head with a wide antler spread and white throat blaze in the 1947 contest. Members present included Wingert Bartram Roland McCauley and E Berney as part of the club proceedings.
George G Elias of Manitoba repeated as provincial champion in the 1946 national barley contest, winning 400 dollars. Four Manitoba prizes went to J F Bradley 300, Keith D Bradley 200, Earl Campbell 100, with Elias advancing to the national finals where four prizes totaling 1000, 500, 300 and 200 will be awarded to top growers next week.
Easter schedule for Knox United Church lists Good Friday 7 p.m. service by Reverend Robert Hanley and Easter Sunday 11 a.m. with special music by the Junior Choir. Sacrament of Baptism. Easter Cantata Victory Divine by Senior Choir. April 4 communion and reception of new members at the peace table.
The Grand Secretary of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Col. Royal Burritt of Winnipeg, visited the local Elks lodge for a social evening with ladies invited. He traced the Elks history from New York beginnings to broad service across the U.S. and Canada, noted the Vancouver-origin Canadian branch, and featured presentations including past exalted rulers jewels and a queen candidate. The program included films, a piano solo, and talks by Grand Exalted Ruler A. G. Smellie.
Lieut Gov Parker dies at age 67 after a night of hockey title wins and an early morning assault in Regina. Born in Cornwall England in 1881 he moved to Canada in 1898 and later served as Saskatchewan MLA for Pelly and municipal affairs minister until 1944. His sister in law Mrs Greaves and Thos Greaves are named in the context of his family.
The piece notes Easter festivities with church services, fashion parades dubbed the New Look, Easter bunnies for children, and a break for students. It observes an early spring with warmer weather and lingering snow melt as Mother Earth sheds winter.
An article argues post war life in Europe hinges on aid to children. It warns hunger and lack of medicine could breed future tyrants and urges immediate support to the Canadian Appeal for Children, seeking ten million dollars.
A brisk tease from Old Man Winter signals a slow shift toward spring with cold snaps and lingering frost. Weather observers warn of chilly mornings and occasional sun breaks as warmth remains elusive.
The rink follows a busy season with a likely end tonight as weather may affect ice. If conditions worsen the curlers may yield to skating, keeping the rink open while the lee holds.
Hon. J. J. McCann, Minister of National Revenue, announces farmers will not be required to file the net worth statement for 1947. He cautions that careful records should be kept as the statement must be filed in 1948. The move aims to ease compliance for one year while ensuring readiness for next year.
Chief Justice E. K. Williams, chair of the Manitoba committee for the Canadian Appeal for Children, thanks donors via The Banner. He notes gratifying responses from communities and expresses appreciation to contributors for the worthy cause.
In last week's Manitoba legislature debate the topic of wolves and wolf bounty was raised. The Winnipeg Free Press notes Russell member Mr. Wilson dominated the discussion on wolflore and the domestic life of wolves and their cubs, concluding there was little left to add after his remarks on their dinner choices.
Fire equipment was used for the first time in months to quell a chimney fire at Mrs. Cowling’s home Tuesday night. No serious damage occurred, reflecting careful winter heating practices by the residents.
Rev G H Adams announces Holy Week and Easter services including Good Friday at 11 am Morning Prayer Easter Day Holy Communion at 9 40 am and Evening Prayer at 7 pm. Private grievances cloud major issues.
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