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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 18, 1917
Page
1
A fragmented notice lists farm lease interest and livestock terms. It mentions a party seeking ten rent a half section farm with buildings and cash for expenses, with M D Gordon as secretary and reference to sections 20 22 28.
Auction notice from Mrs Fred Gordon to sell without reserve at one o'clock on Wednesday October 31 at six miles north of Russell. Stock includes Percheron geldings and mares, heavy bay horses, a driving gelding, spring colts, mares aged two to four, and other young stock. All horses are freshly out of work and need new homes.
Notice states the Russell Farmers Elevator Company Limited will distribute its assets among shareholders and apply for surrender of its charter. The resolution takes effect January 14, 1918. Creditors must file claims at once. Dated Russell Manitoba September 29 1917. Walter McKay secretary. Wilson Glen solicitors for the company.
A comfort shower at the home of Mrs Niel McFadyen on Oct 1 raised about 100 dollars for good causes plus postage funds. Special mention goes to Geo Wise for a 2 dollar cheque and Bert Sudbury for 5 dollars from crop proceeds. The President and committee extend thanks to all supporters. The next monthly meeting is set for November 15 in the village and details will appear in a later Banner issue.
Dropmore notes that about 672 dollars was raised by summer’s Red Cross work. The last tea contributed 105 dollars and aided 23 brave boys at the front with useful articles and eats. A large group of ladies filled and addressed boxes, reminding supporters their efforts remain in sight and ear. The writer suggests forming an organized society for future work.
Russell Red Cross notes a Silver Shower at Mrs W Hembroff’s home on Saturday first with expected good attendance. Christmas boxes for 80 Russell boys overseas were posted Thursday containing cake socks chocolate gum soups handkerchiefs sewn in cotton and dispatched to each boy. About 15 boxes remain to be sent upon receiving addresses. Comfort contributions reach 1000 dollars. Proceeds from the August 29 Silver Shower at Mrs Pittaway were 23 dollars 60 cents due to an oversight.
The report notes U S authorities publicized general disruptions in munition production across the continent. It also lists several German agents operating within the United States by name in connection with espionage or covert activities.
In Roland on September 36 a daughter was born to Mr and Mrs J N Bottomley. In Angusville on September 76 a son was born to Mr and Mrs F Shepherd. In Silverton on October 7 a daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Forsythe of Wynyard.
Classified short item lists a coal heater for sale nearly new with contact Mrs L Laycock for inquiries.
TO LET Partly furnished house Apply S Coey Russell FOR SALE Two purebred Shorthorn Bulls Apply to John H Drought Mill wood Manni FOR SALE A Piano in good condition Apply at The Banner Office STRAYED to Sec 16 21 27 3 red heifers and 1 roan bull rising 2 yrs old no marks Owner please remove and pay expenses G L McFarlane Silverton o1 8c
Sloughs freeze as cold wave bites the district. Drafts and medical boards set for Military Service Act exemptions. Chautauqua dates in Russell, November 9 20 and 21. Memorial service for Pte R Davidson. Miss Gertie Clee injured home from Lockerby. Drs Poole Young and McGregor named for Neepawa exam board. Red Cross appeal, convention plans, and union government cabinet shared. A large cheque for livestock shipments boosts local farmers.
Miss Bernice McConnel leaves for Saskatoon to pursue Normal Training. Clifford Whitmer on leave from CASC returns Wednesday. Thanksgiving service attended, offerings for Home Mission Fund. Schoolhouse concert led by Minnie Bily with Sue and pupils. includes "Poor Old Maids" and "The Musicians of Brennan." Visitors named. Military exemption forms urged at post office. Services planned Oct 21 and Oct 23 at local churches with Communion meeting to follow. Parish meeting urged for St Cuthbert's male members. Auction sale advertised by Russell Trading Co. Girls Guild social and dance at Mrs Burton Major Boulton’s farm on Oct 19. 35c admission.
Shellmouth residents welcomed Shellmouth Rev E J Secker and Mrs Secker of Russell visiting Mrs Gerrard. Threshing continues with expected completion soon and grain yield described as fair. Bert Allen returned to work on the CNR line from Valcartier. Pte Arthur Teulon’s furlough extended. Mr and Mrs Weaver left for Neepawa leaving the town without a blacksmith. Viscount Grey to visit the United States. Entente plans a Sofia drive at Salonika and Kaiser orders disarmament before inspecting troops. First annual pure bred sheep sale by Manitoba Sheep Breeders’ Association to be held October 24 at Brandt on with over 150 high grade sheep and 200 grade ewes and lambs. Catalogues via W I Smale. Mystery over Salonika activity clears as Britain, France, Italy deploy to secure Greece, Greek army to rise to 690,090 and with 150,000 Serbians total 1,250,000 to face Bulgarians.
The notice lists morning prayer at 11 am and Sunday School at 2:30 pm with evening prayer at 7 pm. Harrowby hosts aHarvest Festival at 3 pm.
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