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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 23, 1968
Page
2
The Russell Banner notes new rates set by the Post Office Department Ottawa, approving second class mail payments of 2.50 per Bh and 4.00 outside for certain mail pieces, requiring written authorization for certain volumes and postage in penitenon. Editor Sanderson oversees publication.
A report highlights Arthur Leighton building a new residence on Mountain Avenue and a regulatory push on Main Street construction. Dr Wright begins a one storey frame building as officials consider new rules to curb future wooden structures.
Minniska notes a Silverton 4-H Sewing Achievement Night set for Friday May 24 at 8 30 pm in Silverton hall. The column also reports local congratulations to Mr and Mrs George McLeod on sixty one years of marriage and mentions several district visitors and community events from Liberal nominating conventions to W I and Presbyterian workshops.
May 20 marked Paul Sidoryk’s birthday while Mrs Rose Zink returned home from hospital. Rose Marie Sabaski and Stanley Robinson wed May 16. Various residents visited and hosted relatives over Victoria Day weekend. Angusville Cardinals split a doubleheader May 19 with an 8-5 loss at Binscarth and 8-1 win vs Rossburn. Silverton Nifty Needlers prepare for Achievement Night May 24 after May 6 club close.
Silerton notes show Mr Ena and Mrs Fraser visiting relatives in Win Allan while Sylvia stayed with Lynne Ferguson in Winnipeg. Ed Lungal and Brett visited at Stone Wall as G Mollier recovers at Sacred Heart Hospital. J Chase McFarlane remains a patient there. A Music Festival in Binscarth drew many local youths. Stanley Mushumski family hosts a surprise 12th wedding anniversary party.
A witty Winnipeg style column joking about politics, teens, socks, gender roles, and common curiosities. The piece riffs on questions about life and society with satirical answers and pithy set pieces. Notable lines reference politicians, Trudeau, draft dodgers, and general urban life. Toronto Telegram News Service
Households in Shellmouth and Winnipeg area host relatives over the long weekend. Visits include Mrs Hazel Miller in Winnipeg, Frank Hales from Toronto, and Mr W Davidson returning to his summer cottage after winters in Regina and Winnipeg. Gordon Burroughs hosts a gathering with thanks for gifts as newlyweds receive tokens. Manitoba soybean production remains modest amid cooler late May to early season conditions.
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