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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 07, 1972
Page
1
Kinette's to Canvas aims to raise funds for The Canadian Arthritis Society in Russell. The annual canvass highlights self help devices and exercises aiding independence for arthritis patients under medical supervision. Funds support research and patient care programs at leading hospitals nationwide.
Frosts across the district damaged green crops and swathed grain. Temperatures fell to 24 on Thursday, with dry samples, rapeseed grading Canada No 1 but dockage high. Barley yields vary, some reports of 75 bushels per acre, hail damage lowering overall yields. Zephyr not yet harvested and likely frost damaged.
Grandview, Manitoba owners Tevine Shoemaker and Son own the Grand Champion Bull at the Tadient State Fair. The Polled Hereford bull Craigview 58B, bought from Harry Craig of Bentley Alberta as a yearling, drew attention at Silver Slope Hereford Bench. 58B won first prize in its class at the Kentucky Standard of Perfection Show and will be shown by Roger's Hereford Farms of Morton, Mississippi, at upcoming events.
Ardene care Russeu received a $500 scholarship from the Manitoba Teachers Society for undergraduate studies during 1972 75. Miss Glark has taught over three years in the Pelly Trail School Division including two years at Rossburn.
Forty three high school students from Manitoba and north western Ontario attended the Kinistino led Leadership Seminar at Quetico Centre near Atikokan Ontario. Roy Perrin sponsored by the Kiwanis Club led the group. The seminar ran July 30 to August 11 and August 13 to 25, aimed at building leadership in schools and communities. Participants studied cultural effects on society and teamwork to solve communication problems and crises. The course emphasized involvement and commitment, with projects including canoe trips and a survey of the Atikokan School System. Facilities featured an indoor pool sauna and craft activities, with sessions often extending to long hours. Participants expected to apply lessons back home and reported high personal achievement.
A new duck disease has been diagnosed in the flock, prompting health officials to monitor poultry health and investigate potential causes and spread within nearby farms.
Rev Ken Houston announces he will seek the NDP nomination for Marquette in the federal election. A Minnedosa resident since 1968 and former Hamilton native, he has 10 years in United Church ministry in rural Manitoba, with prior construction work and leadership as chairman of Birtle Presbytery. He and his wife Lois have three children, Judy Steven and Tia.
Police report lists multiple individuals with fines and costs for liquor related offenses. Emily from Winnipeg faced 25 dollar fine plus 4.75 costs for illegal possession. Mark Paul Ross of Inglis fined 50 dollars with 4 dollars costs after breathalyzer above .08. Rita Mary Lietz of Roblin fined 125 dollars with 4 dollars costs. Peter Chipeur of Birtle fined 32 dollars with 4.25 costs. Matthew Peter Halewski of Regina fined 24 dollars with 4.25 costs.
Royal Bank named an employee to a position in June 1940 in Birtle Manitoba and the appointee has since held various posts in the province. The record notes later service in multiple Manitoba branches and roles within the bank.
Celebrating its 60th anniversary, the building begun in 1913 faced losses the following year while a new replacement promises greater distinction. Barry Abbott notes light Toronto waterfront breezes and humidity hinder sailing amid heavy traffic, and Manitoba and Northern Alberta players at Meccaneraetall Playdowns praise hospitality and sportsmanship despite not returning as conquering heroes.
Orval Henderson has been named Chief of the 4H and Youth Section replacing Tom Pringle, now Northwest Regional Director. Henderson, born in Minitonas, earned a 1968 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. In 1970 71 he held a position noted in the announcement.
The Binscorth Orioles invite fans to the first game of a best of three Manitoba Senior Baseball League final against Ste Agathe Bisons on Saturday September 9. The winner will be the 1972 league champion with the series deciding the title.
The regular meeting on Thursday August 24 with Mayor Burges and Councillors McCaig Wilson and Ss Coppleman present passed payments totaling 4256.66. It was decided the annual ratepayers meeting will be held on.
The Christ Church Guild held its first fall meeting with 10 members and 3 visitors present. Rev Sells opened the session, minutes were approved, and plans for upcoming events were set. FV dinners will be served in late October.
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