15 Oct 1925
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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 15, 1925
Page
1
Letter from a Progressive nominee at Shoal Lake on September 23 urges electors to back the party in the upcoming October polls. He vows to oppose tariff protection, favor Western farming interests, maintain Crow's Nest Pass rates, and push for economy, national railway unity, an elective Senate, and robust immigration.
A record crowd attended Jack Miner’s lecture at Union Church despite bad weather. Miner spoke of his life in Ontario, his love for birds, and humane views, sharing experiences with pond-raised ducks, wild geese, and swans. Rev. Millar offered thanks and invited a future visit.
Holy Trinity Harrowby hosts a 3 p.m. service next Sunday with the Bishop of Brandon preaching and Russet choir assisting. A Saturday evening social concert at Mrs. W Lee’s residence features Miss Winnifred Jones Brewer and Mrs. Cecil Curl with local talent. refreshments and child reduced rates announced.
Auctioneer A. R. McIntyre advertises a farm stock and implements sale for Mrs. Barnes of Shellmouth on October 29. The notice lists the sale details and names the auctioneer.
Harry Mullins presses a broad campaign from Minnedosa to the Saskatchewan border reaching Elenis to Riding Mountain and Miniota. He plans multiple daily meetings and a Russell rally as the Bessourn Committee notes strong reception by telephone.
The passage urges choosing a capable leader over party labels, stressing Abhulity and the need for the best brains to run the country. It argues for evaluating candidates like King and Meighen and selecting a strong representative based on ability.
The passage asks which advocate helped Western Canada on Harry Mullins and who fought to lift the cattle embargo in the British market. It also names Crerar Hoey and Hudson as able Progressive Party leaders and queries their current status.
The piece notes a long history since 1921 of people leaving Russell to settle in the United States as local debt burdens grow. It cites thirty five names found in two minutes and suggests many more are uncounted. The tone urges change to address dwindling population and farm burdens.
The note argues between King and Meighen as the only viable post election Prime Minister candidates. It asserts Forke lacks enough candidates to win, and provinces including Quebec the Maritimes and B C will not elect a single Progressive. It asks readers whom they want: King or Meighen.
Mr. Motherwell at Stonewall on September 12 denounces the Progressive Party as the greatest hindrance to government in Canada. He warns that many progressives still cling to a third party idea and fail to see its futility.
The Rossburn Committee Room is a hive of restless talk as critics press for information on voters lists and other matters. A Vancouver report notes Mr. King saying the government could have stayed in office, with hecklers and calls for support from allies and detractors.
The Progressives and Liberals agree Mr Meighen is the ablest man in public life in Canada. The Conservatives also acknowledge his stature but debate the best path to set him to run the country for the next four years.
The forecast indicates a Conservative gain of 25 seats in Quebec, signaling a potential overall victory for the party. The result would shift the political balance and momentum heading into the next electoral phase.
Unclear notes suggest betting at Shoal Lake favoring a Progressive loss of deposit. The text mentions Mergquett and Russell Division with H. P. Reed as vice president, tied to the Conservative Association Russell, Man.
The Thirtieth Annual Northwesern Manitoba Teachers Association convention met October 8 and 9 at Russell Union Church. Eighty seven teachers registered despite bad weather. housing was arranged by Russell residents. Dr. R. Fletcher Deputy Minister of Education spoke on knowledge and its careful application. Major Pratt opened the event.
Park's Atwater Kent radios and Doig's shop offer best receivers and installations. Ads promote DeForest and Crosley radios, Crystal Rebekah Lodge 500 drive on Oct 21, and a Christ Church Girls' Guild concert. Hallowe'en social, hat sale, and 1.0.C.F. hall bazaar planned for late October to November with local business promos.
On Sunday October 18 the Rev Thomas Merryweather will preach at 3 pm and 7 30 pm at United Church with special choir music. Harvest Home supper follows on Monday October 19 in the church with adults 50c and children half price, then a concert in Fergusons hall. Regular spiritual services noted all week, plus a WMS meeting and youth service, and an address on Prayer Victories in Paris.
Local items report a half holiday for Dominion Elections on Oct 29 and a public holiday on Thanksgiving. Includes appointments, lectures, events, voter lists, campaign notes, and weather affecting threshing, plus regional remarks on politics and potential closures in Angusville.
The Bishop of Brandon will administer Confirmation at 7 p.m. on Sunday. Sunday school meets at 2 20 p.m. Thursday features choir practice at 8 15 p.m. and a final Confirmation class at 8 30 p.m. in the Rectory, with St Luke's Day observed.
Holy Communion at 8 30 a.m. Sunday next St Luke's Day. The Bishop of Brandon will administer Confirmation at 11 o'clock. Confirmees are asked to meet in the church for a brief preparatory service at six o'clock Saturday evening.
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