Russell and District Library to Open Saturday Ceremony
The Russell and District Regional Library will hold a Saturday opening ceremony at 3 o clock with Winnipeg and Brandon districts attending. After the ceremony the library will be open for inspection only and a lunch will be served by the Women's Institute. A non-resident fee of 3 dollars applies and hours are daily except Wednesday 1:00 to 5:30, and Tuesday and Saturday evenings 7:30 to 10:00.
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Russell
North Western Manitoba Plowing Match Set for June
The North Western Manitoba Plowing Match organized by the Russell Chamber of Commerce and Agri ety will be held June 10 on Henry Siwak’s farm just north of town. Two open competitions and two 4H club divisions offer prizes and trophies, with entries accepted by Keith McComb and a June 17 closing day. Bernard Greaves heads the committee arranging plows and tractors for distant entrants.
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Russell Chamber of ‘Commerce and Agriety
Henry Siwak
Keith ‘McComb
Bernard Greaves
Elks Hold Unbeaten Pace as Giants Duel Ends in Loss
League standings shifted Tuesday night as the Elks remained the only undefeated team after edging the Legion in a windy night matchup. Clements sparked the season’s scoring with a 18-14 win, while Ellis struggled against fields on Friday. Spectators watched the Legion-Trailing Giants clash end with errors favoring the younger squad in a 15-7 victory.
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Ellis
Dagming
Legion Giants
Major Pratt Delivers Inspiring Commencement Address
Major Pratt spoke to 10 graduates and guests at the commencement exercises. He urged embracing the lively arts, action, and reading, urging students to push beyond duties. The program featured readings, music, and honors for top students, with a banquet prior to the ceremony.
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Pratt
Lewrence Changer
Wine Schllar
Donald Eshelby
Mary Eshelby
Robert Haas
Betty Kennedy
Bruce Mintenko
Donald Murphy
John Murphy
Gordon Rutar
Evie Wishart
Margaret Berg
Peter Boryskewich
Rose Boryskewich
Sylvia Bryant
Lynn Drever
Lawrence Dufrat
Marilyn’ Fenton
Roy Flett
David Freier
Shirley’ Halwas
Ivy Klimack
Philip Lungal
Ralph Mushu
TV For All Province Is Government's Plan
The government moves toward extending television to all settled areas of the province using a low energy relay system and temporary towers. Northwest Electronics Ltd reported clear sound and varying picture quality during tests to Dauphin, with some snow effect, leaving outcome pending for long distance feasibility. Premier Douglas Campbell urged immediate implementation while avoiding teletasting rights in new broadcast areas.
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Northwest Electronics Ltd
Dauphin
Douglas Campbell
TTV
Manitoba
One Mill Increase In Towns 1958 Tax Rate
Town council approves 1958 tax by law raising the mill rate from 48 to 49 for general municipal and a 1.1 mill rise for general school taxes while the business rate remains unchanged. Also notes court of revision date, building permits issued, trailer lot vacate order, and mayor and council presence.
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Memorial Rink
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F. B. Poole
Harold G. Davey
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Local Elks Seek Large Attendance at Russell Convention
The annual Joha Elks Association convention will be in Russell June 12 and 13 with strong hotel bookings predicting a big turnout. Activities begin Wednesday evening with registration and a get acquainted reception. Governor Erik Wadelius of The Pas will lead sessions, joined by Grand Exalted Ruler W J Alton of Powell River and Grand Secretary Dece Poles of Winnipeg.
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Russell
Erik Wadelius
Pas
W. J. Alton
Powell River
B.C
Dece ‘Poles
Winnipeg
IFUC Presents Farm Brief To Cabinet
The Inerprovaneal Farm Union Council presented its annual brief to the Ottawa government on May 2. Delegation from prairie provinces and Ontario urged urgent action for Western producers facing rising prices and delivery cuts. They sought deficiency payments for prairie grain growers and an aggressive grain market policy.
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Ottawa
Prairie Provinces
Ontario
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Olive Aitken
Manitoba Farmers Union
A. Gleave
LM. Lund
Rockatchewan Farmers Union
St. Armstrong
PUA
Gordon Hill
Ontario Farm, Srs. Union
IFUC
Crow's Nest Pass
District Students Receive Degrees At Convocation
The 79th annual convocation of the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg last week awarded degrees to district residents. Arnold Geith of Russell earned a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and will work at Reavies Pharmacy. Also honored were Michael Zink Angusville BA, Arthur Thames Bryant Inglis BA Pedagogy, William Richard Gorda Shell Valley BS, and Reita Florence Stitt Rossburn BA Pedagogy.
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Winnipeg
Arnold Geith
Russell
Reita Florence Stitt
Rossburn
Hobby And Historical Meeting Reports On Bird Songs And Plans
The Wolverine Hobby and Historical Society met in the Spy Hill school intermediate room on Monday May 19 with President G. John in charge. Laddie Marinovsky displayed tape recordings of about 100 bird songs and calls. The group planned summer gatherings at Ft. Ellice and Hamana Colony, discussed obtaining a permanent building, and agreed to seek donations and share sales to fund it. Donations of historical documents from Dr. F. C. Gilbert were placed in safekeeping with Mrs. G. Barker. A social hour followed.
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Laddie Mar
Inovsky
Gerald
Spy Hill School
G. John
Don McKenzie
Elvethazy
Hamana Colony
Ft. Operance
Ft. Ellice
Canadian Historical Association
London
Fort Pelly
Numerous Changes In Next Term's Teaching Staff
Russell Senoonoara reports ongoing difficulty filling the slate of teachers for the next term. At a Monday meeting two vacancies were filled: Mrs Earle Keating of Silverton will teach Grade 6 and Mrs Udin of Winnipeg will teach Grade 6. Remaining openings include Grades 7 and 6 teachers and one for a new combined trades room in the lower elementary losses. Principal J Murphy remains the sole Collegiate teacher, with the Board seeking three more.
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Russell Senoonoara
Earle Keating
Silverton
Udin
Winnipeg
J. Murphy
Canvas For Cancer Fund Fight Aimed This Week
The Canadian Cancer Society issue appeals to Rosell residents to support its current drive with a check-up and a cheque. Organized by the Women's Institute a canvass for funds will be made here by members of the community.
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Canadian Cancer Society
Rosell
Women's Institute
Rain offers brief relief as soil dries in town
A brief shower of about one fifth inch revived dandelions and raised worries about soil moisture. Mayor Burgess credited for town’s past step toward better drought resilience. Elks model airplane show occurred at Westwood's Hardware with a fine display. full report expected next week from Jack Wilson.
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Jack Wilson
Town planning boosts growth for towns and villages
The Community Planning Association urges town planning as essential for towns and villages to keep areas pleasant, attract residents and visitors, and provide space for parks, business districts, and future industries during Community Planning Week June 2 to 7.
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Community Planning Association
Russell Chamber of Commerce Monthly Meeting Notice
The Russell Chamber of Commerce reminds members and others that the regular monthly meeting will be held in the Elks hall Friday evening at 7 30.
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Barrie Zwicker Tops Ryerson Institute Journalism Honors
Barrie Zwicker, eldest son of Rev and Mrs W G Zwicker, former Russell residents now in Athabasca Alberta, graduated from Ryerson Institute of Technology with the highest standing in Journalism. He received the McLean Inter gold watch award for Proficiency in Journalism and has joined the Sudbury Star as a reporter. His early journalism began with The Russell Banner and he later worked for the Kindersley Clarion and the Gibson News before Ryerson.
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W. G. Zwicker
Russell
Athabeska
Alta
Ryerson Institute of Technology
Toronto
McLean Inter
Barrie
Sudbury Star
Sudbury
Ontario
Russell Banner
Kindersley Clarion
Sask
Gibson News
Ryerson Institute
Cub Corner: Cubs to Honor First Star Recipient
In Cub Corner, the Chicago Cubs prepare a tribute for their first star honoree. Details on the ceremony, date, and honoree are outlined as the club marks a milestone in team history.
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