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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 12, 1949
Page
1
The Council of the Town of Russell has had several inquiries for rink debentures and has decided to set them for sale locally. Any person wishing to participate should apply to the secretary-treasurer not later than May 21.
YWCA in Winnipeg launches a 150000 restoration appeal beginning May 9. Campaign plans include a dedicated office on Ellice Avenue, volunteer canvassers, and widespread mail outreach to Y program participants, women groups, Protestant ministers, and the public. Winnipeg Y, founded 1897, occupies a 1908 building needing repairs after heavy use in 1948.
Russell School Choir directed by Bill Bournes earned the high festival score of 370 at the Dauphin event. They performed Debbling In The Dew and The Ash Grove receiving 83 and 87 marks. Adjudicator Walter MacNutt praised the singing, especially The Ash Grove, while Grades 5 and 6 reps Patricia McNeill Jack Cohan and Anne Robertson gained warm acclaim in Spoken Poetry.
The Manitoba Department of Education announced summer school courses for teachers and student teachers for 1M9. All classes run July 4 to July 29 except kindergarten and student teachers at Tuxedo, which continue to August 12. Application deadline is June 12.
Hon Stuart S. Garson was the unanimous choice at the Literal convention in Shoal Like yesterday to contest the Marquette constituency in the general election on June 27.
Russell school split a doubleheader at Roblin on Friday. The boys’ hardball team lost 3-0 while the girls won 15-9. Walter Johnson tossed a two hitter for Russell, Roblin committed four infield errors, and Lee Fisher pitched three hit balls for Roblin.
M P C names LB Mackay as assistant general manager and G A Wrighton as secretary following J W Tomlinson’s resignation to lead Saskatchewan Power. T L Woodhall becomes chief engineer. Mackay joined in 1933 after a 16 year service. Wrighton, from Westinghouse Canada, organized the Business Department and boosted appliance sales and kilowatt distribution.
The Birtle Presbyterial held its annual meeting in Hamiota on May 5 with 140 women present. The theme Advance guided worship, youth leadership remarks, and a memorial service for 12 members. Highlights included readings by Mrs Chisholm and Mrs Woods, leadership talk by Mrs Conly, a girls choir, and greetings from Rev Harland. Trinidad guest Miss G Chattergoon spoke on Caribbean education and mission needs.
Manitoba fishing rules shift allow angling for maskinonge pike pickerel sauger white perch goldeye and mooneye to start on the Saturday near May 15th. Minister Hon S McDiar mid of Mines and Natural Resources announces the season begins May 14 this year and ends October 1.
Mr. Woodhall of the University of Manitoba, MSc, formerly electrical and reign engineer, is appointed to the Commission’s engineering staff after joining in 1938.
Former Russell residents Mr and Mrs C F Bowles were honored at an international flower show in Los Angeles California. They were chosen from 60 couples married fifty years or more. Mr Bowles is 89 and his wife 83. they have been married for 52 years and now reside in Los Angeles.
The Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba at Brandon runs Monday July 4 through Friday July 8. It features livestock contests for horses cattle sheep swine and poultry, a machinery display with 29 exhibitors, Gypsy Rose Lee headlining, plus mid way and grandstand events including chuck wagon and harness races. The aim is education and entertainment for all ages.
Parish of Christ Church lists a service by Rev G H Adams BA L Th on May 1st at 1 00 am for Morning Prayer. The notice states the schedule for the period after Easter and names the officiant and time.
The Russell Chamber of Commerce will meet Monday May 16 in the Legion Rooms at pm. All members are urged to attend to help plan the summer program.
Manitoba plans to raise the basic pension to 50 dollars once Dominion Old Age Pensions Act amendments are available. Hon. Ivan Schultz says Manitoba will act quickly to implement the 10 dollar increase and seeks an immediate agreement with Ottawa.
G H Aikins Manitoba director outlines UEFB Canaid parcels for Britain as famine grinds on in 1940s. Five standard parcels include eight pound A with beef, sausage, beet spread, foie gras, salmon, lard and cheese. Parcel price 4.25 dollars plus shipping. Canadians may order parcels to be sent to Britain with free ocean freight.
Council notes last year’s easing of truck parking boosted shoppers and visitors. This year car traffic has increased and spaces are scarce each Saturday night. Proposes curb lines for diagonal parking on Main Street with police and owner cooperation to enlarge usable spaces.
Town council announces debenture issue 410 to complete Memorial Rink with first offer to local investors. Investment opportunity at a fair rate of interest. The text recalls a golf tee and a game metaphor, noting a confident speaker.
Several business places in town are receiving seasonal facial improvements. Stucco work is underway at Pat's Motors & Electric and J. Gallant & Sons while Craig Motors upgrade their parts and show rooms with modern improvements.
The 2th Russell Branch of the Canadian Legion hosts a softball tournament for the May 21 celebration. Special classes include school children rural schools ladies and men. First games begin at 11 with a night dance to close the day's events.
A playful glossary from A H Alsgard at Powell River News contrasts terms like DAFFYNITIONS and Publisher with satirical definitions. It lampoons readers, staff, advertisers, and managers, describing roles such as Public Relations manager and Publicity Release in witty, critical tones about newsroom dynamics.
The notice lists worship times at 11 am and 7 pm for senior congregation services and states Sunday school begins at 12 noon.
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