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Newspaper

Russell Banner

Location

Russell, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Mar 25, 1948

Page

5

Craigie Cheerio Club Whist Drive Winners Named

The Craigie Cheerio club sponsored whist drive and dance at the school on Friday. Aleta Cas Sar won first in whist, Clara Spencer was consolation winner, Vern McFarland took first in the men's event, and Bruce Shaw was second. The club plans a meeting at Mrs. William Storey’s home on Tuesday April 6 at 2 30 pm.

Craigie Cheerio Club Aleta Cas Sar Clara Spencer Vern McFarland Bruce Shaw Cheerio William Storey

Meeting in Hall Sparks Rink Talk for Shellmouth

A Monday night meeting in the Shellmouth hall formed an eight member committee to study starting a town rink. Mrs. Osdie targ ie days in Winnipeg appears in the record. Red Cross secretary E R Ridgway lists six stockings seven green sweaters five girls jumpers five baby jackets and more as donations. The Red Cross drive totals fifty one dollars to date.

Eigh William ‘Os Die Targ Ie Winnipeg Adam Haberstock Germany Land of Plenty E.R. Ridgway Red Cross Society Red Cross

Dropmore Dance Draws Uproarious Praise

Attendees at Fridays Dropmore dance report a very good time. Merch upholds the town’s old spirit, contrasting with the lamb and lion adage. Mr and Mrs J K Alexander and Isobel had returned from Vancouver the previous Thursday. Mr and Mrs Ben Cameron hosted Mr and Mrs J Alexander and Isobel, Mr and Mrs W Craig and Roy for dinner on Sunday. Afr and Mrs Sandy Craig entertained Mr and Mrs RL Jory and Roy Mickelson of Tummel and Mr and Mrs J Craig and Gordon McFadyen on Sunday.

Dropmore Merch J. K. Alexander Isobel Vancouver Ben Cameron J. Alexander W. Craig Roy Afr Sandy Craig RL. Jory Roy Mickelson Tummel J. Craig Gordon McFadyen

Winter travels and new brides spark small-town chatter

William Turtle, Sr. returns from Margaret Man where he visited family during winter. Lloyd Shappert arrives from Holland with his bride. A newcomer braves a nasty day as the bride notes adaptation. Miss Idene Scharpert visits Wadena and contemplates a trip to Winnipeg.

Wm. Turtle, Sr Margaret Man Lioyd Shappert Holland Idene Scharpert Wadena Winnipeg

Millwood School St Patrick’s Day Program Delights Mothers

Pupils under Miss Soderstrom entertained mothers with Irish songs readings and a short play at the Millwood school on St Patrick’s Day. Several residents travel for visits and medical check ups with relatives in Winnipeg Brandon and Harrowby.

St. Patrick's Day Reg. Self R. E. Wondrasek Winnipeg General Hospital Dorothy Polding Crosby Lyme Furnace C. Drummond

Marchwell social at Nilson home hosts Carl John Nilson

The Marchwell Country Club was entertained by Carl and John Nilson at Otto Lundgren's residence, highlighting a social gathering hosted in the community.

Carl and John Nilson Otto Lundgren

Special fares to Manitoba Winter Fair announced

Special fares to the Manitoba Winter Fair in Brandon from April 5 to 9 are announced by W G Connolly CN Railways general passenger agent. Travel from Saskatchewan towns and nearby regions with tickets on sale April 8 and 9 for Brandon arrivals by 4 19 PM. Return by midnight April 10, with extension on the first favorable train if April 10 service is unavailable.

Manitoba Brandon W. G. Connolly Canadian National Railways Saskatchewan Prince Albert Saskatoon Moose Jaw East

Great statesmanship Is Built on Deep Caring

A concise reflection on statesmanship emphasizing that true leadership rests less on abstract thought and more on genuine concern for people. The remark highlights practical empathy as the foundation of effective governance and public service.

Card of Thanks to Dr Shaw and Hospital Staff

Mrs. Wm. Valley thanks Dr Shaw nurses and Sisters and all who showed kindness during her hospital stay.

Local notices honor late Thomas C. Dilling and Dilda M. Hatcher

A terse obituary note expresses sympathy for the loss of Thomas C. Dilling and Dilda M. Hatcher during illness and thanks Sacred Heart Hospital staff for care.

Dad Sacred Heart Hospital Thomas C. Dilling Dilda M. Hatcher

In loving memory of Mee Davidson

Davidson family honors Mee Davidson who died March 20 1946 and notes that love remains in their memories and a golden chain is broken but kept in heart.

Davidson Mee W.C. Davidson

For Sale Horses Goods and Household Items

Lot offering farm gear and household items including work horses for trade, ploughs, grain cleaner, disc harrow, rake, drill, mower, hay tools, harness, furniture, wooden carriage, ice cream maker, bicycle, billiard cues, and other livestock equipment. Also lost cheque notes and a hotel thanks message. Found items to be left at Banner Office. Reward offered.

Viking Grain Cleaner Tord-Ferguson Morris Red Weeder Massey Ihower McCormick’ Mower Ilady Cves Edward R. Long Russell Billford Banner Office

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