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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 19, 1927
Page
1
The Winnipeg Red Cross thanks Mrs Ridgway for two bales of second head clothing in good condition. The note notes many calls from interlake districts and expresses gratitude for the settlers’ support. Sincerely Joseph H. Young Field Organizer.
The Education Minister shifts Empire Day events from May 22 to June 3 to jointly mark Empire Day and Canada’s Diamond Jubilee. A field day in Russell will showcase a parade, drills, athletic events for all ages, and contests. A meeting May 21 at 8 30 p.m. in Russell will appoint committees and invite all districts and nearby towns to participate.
The regular monthly meeting of the W. A. will be held at the home of Mrs. Campbel on Wednesday. Members are advised to attend and bring any reports for the session. Local notes indicate a standard agenda and discussion topics.
A memorial window commemorating Maj. Gen. Lipsett is described as a crucifixion scene with St. Michael and St. George and Roman soldiers, funded by contributors who served under the General. The inscription credits the 3rd Canadian Division and 2nd Canadian Infantry Brigade with erecting the window. Subscriptions close June 1 with Mr. E. Lucas handling funds.
The Bible Class meets next Sunday at 12.00 followed by Sunday School at 3.00. The evening service is slated for 7.00.
St Cuthbert's Church holds a 11 00 morning service and Endcliffe School House hosts a 3 00 afternoon service next Sunday. The Girls Auxiliary of St Cuthbert's will hold a silver tea at Mrs Allen's home on Tuesday May 24th from 3 00 to 5 00 p.m. Everybody welcome.
The grades last week list XI Margaret Clee and X James Thom with 1X Wilma Wilson and Will Fred Russell among other pupils. The entry records scores or classifications for each student in the Russell School section.
An invitation in this issue asks all local school boards and service lodges to send a representative to a meeting on Saturday in the A.&N.V.Y. Rooms to arrange the joint school Jubilee celebration on June 3.
Russell Agriculture Society invites entries for the Russell Fair with the prize list approved and competitions scheduled this year.
The list shows Will Arthur Pettitt VII Lily Thickett V Bill Thickett and Kenneth Rea in front. Bennie Tenbrink and Lenore Setter tied. If Marjorie Thickett I Willard Setter also mentioned.
Mrs. Lewis and others attended the W M S convention at Sho Lake. John Wassell Howes assumes Angusville church leadership after graduating from United Church College of Manitoba with the Ross scholarship. He brings rural work experience and recent preaching in Kenora Ontario. Tennis Club names officers and plans May 24 games. Ormrod arrives as new C N R station agent.
Notice to creditors for the Estate of Fran James Allen late of Silver Creek Manitoba deceased. All claims must be filed with the undersigned at Russell Manitoba on or before June 15 1927. W W Wilson solicitor for Amelia Allen administratrix.
Grand Organizer A F McKenzie led the Russell Lodge No 22 B P O Elks through its May 16 institution and officer installation. District Deputy Walter Hunter of Minnedosa oversaw events with visiting Elks from Roblin Neepawa and Minnedosa as a festive parade and dance followed in McRostie’s Hall.
A listing of multiple community events with dates and locations. Notable items include Russell Fair on July 19 and 20, Shellmouth Fair on July 12, Orangemer's celebration at Rossburn, a May 21 court of revision at Rossburn, and a Rus Aug 25 horticultural fair.
Roads are in good shape for cars as Bijou Theatre hosts a Friday and Saturday program. Local businesses report solid spring auto demand while Elk lodges pursue organization in Souris and Virden. Community meetings, school activities, and civic notices fill the week.
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