Snowstorm disrupts rail ties and local duties in 1904
The storm halted railway communication and a train carrying 100 men went east toward Leip c near Shoal Lake and Minnedoss. Town notices report a court fine of 1.00 with costs, a beer keg case, and a river bylaw plan to raise 420,000 for bridges at Shellmouth Cas Meavery and Tumbell. Local clubs formed and elected officers, dances recalled, a memorial hall plan began, and residents moved to Russell or new western work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leip
Shoal Lake
Minnedoss
Kangenburg
Waicy
de Mauss Une
River Council
Shellmouth
Cas Meavery
Tumbell
Rochedale
Eee
Junior Poultry Club Formed in Russell Meeting
A Russell organization meeting last Friday formed the Junior Poultry Club with Aude Adolph elected president. Dorothy Whitmer became vice president, Thomas Smert treasurer and secretary, with B Whitmer as leader. Directors are J. W. Spencer, R. A. Steverin and W. Woods, supervisor L. H. Carter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. J. Kipan
Govan
Sask
Wuece Ue
Joan Uution
Baraware
Ueumoudk Foowall Club
Dr. Sabumark
A. Stewart
A. H. Goodbun
J. Bryant
O. W. Goodbun
W. Stewart
Angel Athletic Club
John Angus
D. G. Nield
John Forrest
C. Wilson
W. J .Tait
F. Stewart
J. 8
Nieid
T. Minsbull
T. Plation
Q. Broadfoot
Aude Adolph
Russell Junior Poultry Club
Dorothy Whitmer
Thomas Smert
B Whitmer
J. W. Spencer
R.A. Steverin
W. Woods
L. H. Carter
Canada claims defense boosted by Hawker Hurricanes
Winnipeg press reports that Canada’s defense posture improved after revelations Germany sought air bases in Europe. It notes six Hawker Hurricane planes stationed in Prairie Provinces, two per province, with one crash reducing count to five, yet claims five planes remain to defend Canada amid Defence Department activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Winnipeg Préss
Dasétsbng
Germany
Alr
Tceland
Ottawa
Prairie Provinces
Vancouver
Congratulations to junior chamber of commerce formation
Former President Hedrick Peddie sends congratulations to the Secretary of the Junior Chamber of Commerce. He notes the seed of such an organization and urges cooperation with local Young Men's Sections to benefit the whole community, March 26, 1989 Winnipes Man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comerce
Wuent
Russell Agricultural Society
Board of Trade
Hedrick Peddie
Russell Junior Seed Grain Growers Notes Meeting Postponed
The third meeting on March 24 drew a small attendance so the evening program was postponed to April 6. After business a discussion on fertilizers followed by a wheat sample study and a quiz contest for members current to date. A rule bars any member missing more than twenty percent of meetings from remaining eligible. Meetings start at 5 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Forsyth
B. JouBrink
R. Peddie
Jac Stevens
J. Shaw
H. Setter
N.jones
W. Setter
L. Giasman
R. Stevens
R. Whitmer
G. Spencer
B. Giasman
Youag
Abecat
Time limit set for revolver registration
A historical notice outlines a March to July 1958 registration period for revolvers and pistols under the Criminal Code. It warns the certificate must be renewed to avoid seizure, requires reporting loss or theft, and mandates immediate notification to RCMP for changes to owner address or record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Tbe
RC. M. Police
J Russell Peewees Finish Season With Win at Sinscarth
The j Russell Peewees ended their campaign with a 5 to 2 victory at Sinscarth. Rainlé McKishion and Jack Langford led the scoring with two goals each, while Hubert Peterson and Doig Tounsell added one apiece. Eric Pare coached the team as they closed the season amid a backdrop of international matter involving Germany and Italy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ranasul Peewes Hey
Tope Ad Ea “Anothr ‘Fo
Blasearin
Rainlé McKishion
Jack Langford
Hubert Peterson
Doig* Tounsell
Eric Pare
Neighborhood Happenings and Social Gatherings
The Ladies' Ald met at Mrs. B Richardson's home last Thursday and debated associating with the W.3LS. The annual meeting is set for April 20 in the church. A St Patrick's Dance by the WT rme curlers drew a small crowd who enjoyed the evening and prizes were won by Mrs. G Coulter Miss Morgan Mr. Hi Cartwright and M. Dunn. Jno studio plans a city stay. The W L will hold its monthly meeting at Mrs R Dwyer's on April 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ald
W.L
Silverton community notices and obituaries briefed
The district reports most flu patients recovered and school attendance steady. Church service and Sunday School resumed in Silverton but not at Miamiska or Angusville. A. Hughes died suddenly after months of ill health, with condolences to Mrs. Hughes. Birth announced for Elizabeth Gail to Mr. and Mrs. Ken Anderson (nee Hazel Gochrane) in Roland, Manitoba. G Virtue returned from Winnipeg with his son for hospital treatment. Janet McLeod back from Swan River after a six week agricultural course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silverton
Miamiska
Angusville
G Virtue
Winnipeg
Bagrie
R. Cochrane
W.M. Cochrane
Charles Hughes
Hughes
Joam
Jan
Ken Anderson
Hazel Gochrane
Roland
Man
Jim March
Elizabeth Gail
Janet McLeod
Swan River
Janet
Shellmouth Craft Show Showcases Quilts and Handicrafts
The Achievement Lay of the Home watt Course in Shellmouth featured four groups from Budelize and Shellmouth leading a program of group reports, sketches, songs, and an address by Mrs. Ames. Exhibits included 23 notebooks and 85 articles such as socks, hooked rugs, quilts, comforters and Afghan pieces. Winners were Mrs Patterson, Mrs Roberta, and Miss Goodbun for quilts by Busy Bees, Kait Wit Sisters, and Night Hawis groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Budelize
Tures
Shellmouth
C. Roberta
Kait: ‘Wit Sisters
Ruth Goodbun
Night Hawis
Millwood Joymakers Social Evening Holds Quiz and Dance
The Millwood Joymakers hosted a Friday social with a smaller turnout but a successful night. Three couples tied for first in an Intelligence test before a Quiz Contest led by Ewald Schrot. Winners included Ele Swain and Mildred ily for ladies and Win. Bily and Norman McKinnon for men. Minnie Bily ran an Indoor Track Meet, four universities entered, Varsity led by Maldred Bay claimed top points and the winger. A short dance followed lunch. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Jack Cartwright and Dennis of Moose Jaw with C. Bily, plus Mrs. CN Rawluck visiting Branson. Eleanor Betz and Laura Burton of Langenburg visited the Klimm home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joymakers
Ewald Schrot
Ele Swain
Mildred Ily
Bily
Norman McKinnon
Minnie Bily
Mr. and
jMra T. Klimm
Local notes from Glen Elmo area and district visitors
Glen Elmo Anton Olymax and family were in at Nick Verbovski s on Sunday. Mrs Beykaliuk is in a Winnipeg hospital undergoing two operations. Annie Belbas of Rossburn halted her parents last Sunday. Mr and Mrs Pete Kuban of Mears visited Pete Pushka s. Woods of Rossburn spent the weekend on this farm in the district. Realing wood is to be sawed. Up already has about one hundred cords. A few canes of fy were reported in this district that week. Bij Belbes visited Silver tog Thursday. Spring is not far off as Glen Elmo pupils saw a crow and a horned lark. Mrs Pan Stormuk is spending two months in Winnipeg undergoing three operations. We are sorry to hear of the death of Mr Konick, who died Thursday at one o clock after five years retirement. Alex Zublak plans to go to Winnipeg hospital next month. A large crowd attended the Ruthenia Hall concert Thursday.
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Anton Olymax
Iistora
Nick Verbowski'a
Beykaliuk
Winnipes Doepltal
Annie. Belbas
Rossburn
Pete Kuban
Mears
Pete Pushka
M- Woods
Bij Belbes
Silvertog
Glen Elmo
Stormuk
Winnipeg
Konick
Thureday
Alex
Zublak
Winaipex Hospital
Ruthenia Hall
Regular Meeting of Town Council Recaps Finances and Lot Rentals
Mayor Hembroff and all councilors attended the last regular meeting held Thursday evening. Accounts approved for payment totaled 16.50 for the electric light department and 105.02 for the town. D. C. Morris rented lots 4 and 5 in block 95 at 1.00 per lot, contingent on sale.
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Hembroff
Uear
Electric “Light Department
D. C. Morris
Russell Girls Hockey Narrowly Falls at Binscarth 2 1
The Russell girls lost 2 to 1 at Binscarth on Monday evening. Lineups listed Binscarth Waldman Argo J Mc Caig Clement A McCaig Wasslen Warr House Russell Meadows I Wallace R Hoffman Page Loney Adolph Simms K Wallace Laboisiere. Goals scored by Wasslen Loney and A McCaig.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell
Binscarth
Waldman
Argo
J. Mc.Caig
Clement
A. McCaig
Wasslen
Warr
House
Meadows
I. Wallace
R. Hoffman
Page
Loney
Adolph
Simms
K. Wallace
Laboisiere
Youth Training Centre Demonstration Under Preparation
At the Youth Training Centre classes progress rapidly with a demonstration planned for April 21. Groups are chosen for drill, parallel bars, tumbling, and marching under Mr. Dimmery. Livya Hembroff oversees tumbling and exercises. Clem Busby directs a one act play promising an entertaining patronage.
Hockey Tournament Set At Local Rink Friday
The Russell Hockey Club closes its season with a Friday tournament at the local rink. Ice remains good despite spring weather and several strong teams are slated to attend. The club shows operating deficits and seeks a good crowd to start next winter with a clean slate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell Hockey Club
Hospital Aid Meeting Date Change Noted
The Community Hospital Aid adjusts its meeting to April Lith from April 4th. Ladies are asked to take note of the new date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Community Hospital Aid
Grasshopper Forecast for Russet District
Department of agriculture issues guidance on grasshopper control in the Russet District. Advice covers seed timing, land preparation, baiting, and field management to reduce hatching and outbreaks. Farmers should seed early, plough and pack land, grow fodder corn, spread bait early, and plough fallows or guard strips to protect fields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stubbie
Telda
Silver Creek Council Minutes March 1939 Adopts February read
The Silver Creek Council meeting held in Angusville March 1939 with Reeve John Hyde presiding adopted the February 9 1939 minutes. Accounts approved include 690.05 paid to the Clergy and 208.27 with relief of 124.63. Gopher control method for 1999 set as 1988. Tender accepted for spraying 25.00 for renting Dominion Combines. Several other items referenced including land payments and tenders for 1939 leases. The meeting adjourned to April 12 at 10 am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silver Creek
Angusville
John Hyde
Clery
Feven
Gopherelde
Gopher Poiyon
Canada
Med Farm
Dominion
Saskatchewan
W. McLaren
Western Canada
Joan Katebin
Premier Bracken
Manitoba
Montreal
Eastern Canada
Jon
John Kostiak
N.W
P. W. Chittick
Treas
World tension and war mobilizations across Europe and Canada
Reported world tension includes alleged large scale European mobilizations and Francoist advances as Spanish forces reach Madrid amid a faltering Republican defense. In Canada, spring flood risks rise with warmer days and farm work begins near Lethbridge. Boundary clashes erupt between Hungary Slovakia Carpatho Ukraine. Aircraft production plans noted in Ottawa. Halifax anti Nazi protest features 180 Hitler effigies burnt by students. Dalhousie participants numbered over 160.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Slovakia
Hungary
Newliy
British stance and German draft orders amid wartime moves
Britain signals willingness to commit military aid to stop German aggression in Parliament as Hitler claims Reich expansion is near an end. Germany plans to draft 1926-born citizens abroad into labor service from April 1 1940 and into the army from October 1 1940, with consuls instructed to enforce in spring. A sweepstakes tipster, Sidney Freeman, profits about 60000 dollars. Paris moves first as observers see Il Duce’s speech opening Rome Paris rapprochement, though negotiations may be hard.
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Hitler
Momellanders
Europe
Chamberlain
House of Commons
Britain
Germany
Labor Service
Eee
Paris
Il Duce
Rome
Paria
BIWOU Theatre Presents Disney Revue and Carefree Week
This week BIWOU Theatre showcases Walt Disney's Academy Award Revue in technicolor and Carefree starring Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire with Youth Marches On, plus James Cagney in Something To Sing About. A Canada filmed short and other features accompany the program as a family entertainment package. Tickets maintain a $2.50 radio license continuation noted as endorsed by the parliamentary radio broadcasting committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ginger Rogers
Fred Astaire
James Cagney
Canada
Cecil Breadhurst
Winnie Peg
Oxford Group
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Nortwestern Raven Wague
Roblin
Dropmore
Adcliffe
Binvearth
Y. Newton
T. McLannan
D. C. McDonald
B. Graham
A. J. Goodbun
J. McIntyre
Snel Com
D. Stewart
Nevile
Messrs. Ashcroft
Goodban
W. Sudbury
J. Langford
W. Barry
John Davidson
Minuiska
Delmar
Alaa Moba Telephones
Russell Exchange
Geo. McDonagh
W. DuPre
Frank ‘Mullins
Junior Chamber of
Kuse
Mad
Winnipes
J Russell Peewees
Sinscarth
Italy
Millwood
Russet District
Department of Agriculture
World News
United States
Poland
Hiller
Wie
Prairie
Jalutree
Lethbridge
Alta
Adolph Hitler
Halki
Dalhousie University
Sidney
Duggy) Freeman
New York
Biwou
Parliamentary Radio Broadcasting Committee
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