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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 29, 1975
Page
2
The editorial urges foresight to prevent drownings as Canadians enjoy lakes rivers and pools. It promotes Red Cross water safety courses for all ages and abilities and urges learning rescue breathing and craft handling. Contact local Red Cross offices for information on courses in your community.
A compact chronicle of local events from 1905 to 1965 includes land sale near Seeburn at 11.00 an acre, new Russell Telephone Co. forming with Smellie and others, Farmers Elevator reopens, numerous building projects, auto purchases by farmers, Women’s Institute delegates, honors at Eadcliffe and Roblin events, school awards and staff changes, Royal Lodge involvement, piano recital at Knox United Church with a long list of pupil participants.
Manitoba Blue Cross introduces a booklet titled Why Keep It Secret detailing personal records on wills pensions property bank accounts insurance investments and death instructions. General Manager Michael Hawrush notes inquiries rise when relatives are lost and vital information is missing causing hardship. Booklet available to subscribers on request at 25 cents per copy.
Letters praise the Binscarth Orioles as the new baseball season starts. Readers urge fans to cheer rather than criticize, noting players work hard and endure tough days. The writer thanks past supporters and calls for continued encouragement to help the team win.
Russell and District Hospital Auxiliary held the West Regional meeting on May 14 at 2 00 p m with auxiliaries from Virden Brandon Rivers Elkhorn Hamiota Rossburn and Russell represented. Mrs S Archibald of Virden chaired. National President Mrs Victor Rosenfield spoke on the role of an auxiliary member. Quilt won by Jack Adolphe of Russell cushion by Mary Yenko, Edna Lowenberger of Langenburg. Lunch and entertainment by Banner County Singers concluded the event.
The article offers guidance on sewing swimsuits from minimal fabric using knits and elastics, lining considerations, and remnant shopping. It also urges care for winter garments before storage, including cleaning, repairing, and avoiding starch to prevent yellowing and insect damage. It mentions a Channel 8 housing show finale and advises on insect prevention and fabric storage.
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