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Russell Banner

Location

Russell, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Sep 01, 1949

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Hockey Coach First Step In Drive For Athletic Director

C C Foster Rus sell School principal spoke at the Kiwanis luncheon on timekeeping through ages from lunar calendars to pendulums. Local leaders discussed hiring a full time athletic director for Russell and securing a hockey coach this season as a step toward a year round position with Memorial Rink as the central hub. The Rink Committee and Chamber of Commerce planned outreach to sports editors for candidates while awaiting rink completion and potential funding commitments.

C. C. Foster Russell School Kiwanis Club J. E. McNeill Calgary Russell Legion Rooms Chamber of Commercal Executive Chamber of Commerce

Ledingham's Glads Dominant At Regina Saskatoon Shows

Gladioli from R G Ledingham's gardens swept Regina and Saskatoon exhibitions winning the Murphy Jewelry trophy for amateur champion spike and multiple class prizes. Ledingham captured grand aggregate honours at Regina with the Dr H L Jackes trophy and other top awards across three classes. G W Davidson buys Central hotel in Russell and Ed Negedly to take over management today. lodging changes end five year tenure.

Russell Main Street the Central Ed. Negedly Alma Man G. W. Davidson Tom Gibert Gladioli R. G. Ledingham Regina Saskatoon Manitoba D. McCaig Ledingham Justice Gordon Dr. H. L. Jackes Yorkton

Scholarships For Rural Students In Manitoba

The Manitoba Agriculture Societies offer a $100 agricultural scholarship to a rural Manitoba student in recognition of J H Evans’s contributions. Applicants must enroll in the BS A program at University of Manitoba, receive $50 at registration and $50 after first year with satisfactory average. Applications, with three references, are due by September 5 and mailed to N C MacKay, Extension Service, 153 Legislative Bldg, Winnipeg.

J. H. Evans Manitoba Agriculture Societies Manitoba University of Monioba Farm Club F. Gordon Muirhead N.C. MacKay Agricultural Representatives Extension Service Manitoba Department of Agriculture Legislative Winnipeg N. C. MacKay Man

Discovery of Cortisone Revolutionizes Arthritis Treatment

Millions hail the cortisone breakthrough by Dr. Philip S. Hench of Mayo Clinic Rochester. The rare chemical, once sourced from cattle, can also be produced from the African plant Strophanthus carmentosus, with efforts under way to cultivate it in North America.

Philip S. Hench Rochester Mayo Clinic

Town Property Sales Continue and Council Meeting Actions

At the regular meeting last Thursday evening the town sold three parcels of property and granted an option on another. The Russell Agricultural Society received an option to purchase lots 15 to 20 in the new subdivision east of the present agricultural grounds. E Yoxall bought lot 4 block 71 plan O for 146.50. James Craig bought lot 24 and part of lot 23 block 94 plan O for 850 per foot of width. Mrs Don Zerowell bought lot 15 block 15 plan 377 for 70.35. Next regular council meeting set for Wednesday Sept 14 to join the court of revision of the general assessment roll. Mayor Mather presided with Councillors Clement Bicknell and Gillespie. Town accounts totaling 371.14 were paid.

Sussem Russell Agricultural Society E. Yoxall James Craig Don Zerowell Mather Clement, Bicknell and Gillespie

Simple protection against whooping cough urged for children

A public health notice reports 155 Canadian children died from pertussis last year and urges parents to vaccinate. It emphasizes vaccination as free at clinics and advises checking with a family doctor, noting six months as the typical vaccination age.

Bird migration hints from north to south explained

Readable fragments suggest a discussion on how birds move northward or southward with seasons and distances. The text implies patterns in migration timings and potential environmental influences guiding routes across regions.

Local and Personal Notes From Morris Area Visitations

Local brief recounts visits and travels of residents including Mr Howard Coats in Morris and Miss Dorothy Allen returning to Morris for acting duties. Alberta and Quebec visitors gather at area homes. notable travelers include Miss Muriel Cowling from Fort William and Mrs Douglas McKay from Vancouver.

Howard Coats Morris Fair Geo. Allen Dorothy Allen Della Kippan Mercoal Alberta D. R. McDonald

Election Date Up To Premier Election Date Up To Premier

The decision on fixing a date for a Manitoba provincial election was left to Premier D L Campbell after a caucus meeting of government supporters. Russell member W W Wilson attended. Press details were scarce. topics included Dominion provincial relations, farm electrification, power, and roads. The caucus favored continuing the coalition government.

D. L. Campbell W. W. W. Wilson Russell Manitoba

Senator Mullins Celebrates 88th Birthday in Toronto

Senator Harry A. Mullins marked his 88th birthday by attending the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto on Saturday August 27. He recalled bringing a shipment of cattle to Montreal in 1879 and stopping in Toronto en route back.

Harry A. Mullins Toronto Mullins Montreal

First Aid Prep for Hunting Season Readiness

The article urges hunters to prepare first aid kits with bandages disinfectant and burn salve before hunting. It emphasizes refreshing first aid skills and ensuring readiness for emergencies in woods or marshes.

Britain Still In Need Of Aid

The United Emergency Fund for Britain reports rising inquiries across Canada about aid to the UK amid food shortages and austerity. UEFB offers parcel shipments at 5 cents per 15-pound parcel plus CANAID parcels priced from 3.45 to 10.25, stocked at the Derby warehouse and deliverable to Britain within two weeks after Toronto orders.

United Emergency Fund For Britain Canada UEFB United Kingdom Toronto Jarvis Street

Anlican Church Notice List of Services

Church notices list layreader C W J Salmon and upcoming services at St. George Foxwarren St Matthews Binscarth with times 1 pm 3 pm 130 pm and locations mentioned in brief entries. The note repeats names and schedule blocks for the local parish activities.

Churen Russell St. George's Foxwarren St. Mathews Binscarth

No visible action on town lots and property survey

The text notes no council action on securing full title to land opposite the hospital and mentions a survey of property beside the Agricultural Grounds to create building lots. It implies growth but no concrete steps yet.

Russell

Back to School at Russell as Term Opens

Russell School commences the all term today with children glad to return after the long summer holiday. Students show relief and eagerness as classrooms fill for the new term.

Russell School

Black Diamonds Coal House Near Council Chambers

A cement brick 12 by 14 building rising south of the Council Chambers will store twenty tons of coal to heat homes through cold winters. The structure aims to reduce reliance on debate heated by council discussions.

Micas

Mountie Bob Anderson Passes Final Exams

Word from Rockcliffe Ontario reports Bob Anderson has passed his final exams and is now a full mounted police officer.

Bob Anderson Rock+cliffe, Ont

Saskatoon Museum Seeks Pioneer Farm Relics for Display

The Saskatoon Museum invites residents to donate old farm implements and vehicles once used by West pioneers. A trained staff will restore items before placing them on display. The museum does not pay for relics but offers transportation to the collection.

Saskatoon

Penny Ranta Survives Narrow Street Run In Vancouver

A toddler named Penny Ranta in Vancouver British Columbia grabbed her dropped doll and ran as an automobile bore down. The near disaster ended with Penny unharmed though the vehicle was damaged as it left the scene.

Penny Vancouver B.C

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