Marquette Leader Elevates Glen to Speaker Post
The Honourable James Allison Glen rises from Marquette to the Speakership of the House of Commons. He remains the representative for Marquette and will continue to serve Ottawa while fulfilling duties as Speaker. Local pride notes past Manitoba figures like Roche Crerar and Glen as evidence of regional prominence.
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James Allison Glen
House of Commons
Marquette
Russell
Glen
Ottawa
W. J. Roche
T. A. Crerar
J. A. Glen
Manitoba
Dr. W C Graham Address Highlights Benefits of Freedom
Dr. W C Graham spoke last Thursday, urging rural Manitobans to value democratic freedoms and recognize the dangers of totalitarian regimes. The Winnipeg Canadian Club was praised for bringing such speakers to Russell district, with thanks from local residents for the opportunity to hear the lecture.
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W. C. Graham
Hitler
Winnipeg Canadian Club
Graham
Manitoba
Russell
Curb Loose Talk In Wartime Canada Urges Silence
The piece urges Canadians to restrain careless talk as the war intensifies warning that German authorities would enforce severe punishment for such remarks. It stresses wartime unity and vigilance and calls on every citizen to be careful with their speech under the British Empire.
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Canada
Germany
Watch Them Close Ranks in Britain Crisis
The Winnipeg Tribune notes a united British response to Hitler’s blitzkrieg, with Labor and Conservatives alike shedding party labels. Citizens and leaders set aside differences, forging a common resolve to resist the Nazi threat and pursue victory.
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The
Winnipeg Tribune
England
United Kingdom
Exeland
Silver Creek Council Minutes May 8 1940 at Angusville
Regular meeting of the Silver Creek Council held May 8 at Angusville with all members present. Minutes of April 10 adopted. Accounts read 447.12 and relief 91.25 paid. subsequent payments 457.25 approved. By law 529 first to third reading for sale of NE 29-19-26 to Wm McLaren. By law 530 for appeals from 1940 court of revision to Manitoba Assessment Commission. adjourn to 4:30 pm. NE quarter 10-20-27 rented to Ernie Fraser for 1940 at 25.00. Adjourn to 7:00 pm. Cemetery grants Minniska 50, Seeburn 80, Silverton 70. Court of revision of Electors' Roll to Angusville May 29 at 1:30 pm. Next meeting June 12 at 9:30 am.
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Silver Creek
R M. of
Wm. McLaren
R. M. of
Court of Revision
Manitoba Assessment Commission
N.E
Ernie Fraser
Minniska
Seeburn
Silverton
Angusville
P. W. Chittick
Shellmouth Council Minutes Approve Leases and Assessments
The Shellmouth Rural Municipality council met at Dropmore on May 4. Resolutions include leasing No. 26-23-29 to Chas Buchberger with taxes paid in 1940 and one third crop in 1941-42, and lease terms for SE 21-23-28 road at 12 dollars per acre. The south half 4-23-29 to be advertised for sale, bids due May 15. SE 35 and SW 36-23-29 leased to Fred Fry for one year. NW 16-23-29 leased to A Nerbas for 1940 with fence rebuild and tax work. Lots 20-21, block 4, Shellmouth rented to John Nykiforuk for garden at 1 dollar per lot. The south half of 15.22-29 to be kept open or rent paid. Assessment Roll adopted for 1941. assessor to revise electors roll, spend a day per councillor, attend revision court, and re assess personal property. By-Laws 872, 573 and 84 to be read once. Mrs C Halpin Old Age Pension application recommended. NW 12-3-29 sold to LC Elliott for 200 dollars with crop terms. other small payments listed. Indemnities paid and council adjourned.
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Shellmouth
Dropmore
El-iott, Rowan
Craig
Chas. Buchberger
S.W
Fred Fry
N.W
A. Nerbas
John Nykiforuk
Joe Kochonoski
Buick Special Offers a Step Up for Shoppers
The ad touts Buick Special features like comfortable springs with no lubrication needs, safety glass, two way direction signal with auto cut-off, auto choke, and a high capacity water pump. It emphasizes low added cost for the included equipment and invites trial drives via Buick dealers.
Home and School Cooperation Aims for Greater Winnipeg Council
The Home and School Association and the Parent Education Association push for stronger ties between families and schools. In Manitoba, suburban groups in Winnipeg lead activity as they seek a Greater Winnipeg Council to broaden reach across communities. Contacts for forming local Home and School groups are provided.
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Canada
The
Home and School Association
United States
Manitoba
Nova Scotia
Winnin
West Kildonan
St. James
St. Vital
H. R. Low
Winnipeg
Parent-Educationa_Association
Great Winnipeg
Parent Education Association
Council of Home and School Associations
Greater Winnipeg Home and School Council
Legislative Building
Alwyn Coulter Re-elected President of Y M Section
The Russell Agricultural Society Young Men's Section held its annual meeting in the Municipal Office. Alwyn Coulter was re elected president with James Spear as 1st vice president Gordon Rea as 2nd vice president Ben ten Brink as secretary treasurer Bill Barry as auditor and Frank Robertson Wes McLeod Roy Whitmer Mervyn Stevens Ken Rea and Joe Shipper as directors. The field day is set for June 21 at Joe Dunn's farm followed by a dance. A long discussion focused on funds for projects and future needs.
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Russell Agricultural Society
Alwyn Coulter
James Spear
Gordon Rea
Ben Ten Brink
Bill Barry
Frank Robertson
Wes McLeod
Roy Whitmer
Mervyn Stevens
Ken Rea
Joe Shipper
Joe Dunn
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Russell Banner
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Cecil Sanderson
the Honourable
Northern Elevator Company, Limited
Western
Canadian Consolidated Grain Co., Ltd
Wantry
Sankatchewan Wral
Port Arthur
Fort William Mear
woumrEs
Shellmouth Municipal Council
A. G. Busch
McFayden
W. Hancock
J. Herbert
Public Works
R. L. Patterson
Burroughs Grave
R. J. Lewis
B. Bradley-Hunt
R. M
Veal
Cet
Buick
Frank Clement
Russell, Man
Young Men
RED Cross
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