About Town notes spark 1960s local lore and politics
The column sketches optimistic weather talk and civic buzz from the Pelly Trail area. It mentions Liberal candidate Ed Shust conducting grass roots sessions, possible Conservative contender Lockie Fulton, local school board notes, Red Cross blood clinic in Russell, new bow hunting interest, parking regulation debates, fundraising by the Russell Eastern Star, a Manitoba mental health drive, bursaries for Vivian Chuchmuch, highway access talks, and a municipal nominations reminder. It closes with a wartime style poem about strikers and authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Industry
Ed. Shust
Pelly Trail
Lockie Fulton
Birtle
Birdtail River Board
Stan Jackson
Inglis
Red Cross
Russell
Legion Branch
Gene Blais
Memorial Avenue
Order of Eastern Ster
Manitoba Mental Health Association
George A. J. Hendry
Brockville
Ont
Doig Hardware
Lynn Spurway
Chartered’ Accountant
Are
Vivian Chuchmuch
Milton Chuchmuch
Angusville
Clayton Dunsmore
Nom
Lange Jack
Drever
Approve Financing Plan for Hospital Project
The Manitoba Hospital Commission outlines a 1 375 000 dollar project cost with 200 000 in grants. The commission will repay 897 278 dollars, leaving 27 727 dollars to the hospital district, and an annual 24 875 dollar payment for 25 years. Russell Town covers the first 10 percent plus part of remaining costs with apportionment by equalized assessment among municipalities. Sketch plans approved in principle. vote planned for fall. tenders to follow. construction to commence. Attendees included RM Russell and Shellmouth representatives, village and town officials, and the committee's architect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba Hospital Commission
Russell
Hospima
Carini
J. McFeeters
Bob Page
Gordon Bryer
Reeve ‘Armatrong Ant
HM. of
Shellmouth
Geo. Motoshoski
RIM
Boulton
W. M. Cochrane
A. J. Parr Retires From Binscarth 4-H Beef Club
The Rural Scene notes A. J. Parr of Binscarth retires after eleven years leading the 4-H Beef Club at age 79. He previously organized a Pure Bred Heifer Club, mentored youths in cattle selection, and emphasized service to youth and the livestock industry. The piece highlights his lifelong commitment to youth work and farming communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Parr
Binscarth
Parr
Licences Go Begging For Caribou Hunters
Manitoba wildlife branch seeks caribou hunters for the Woodlands season opening September 20. About 200 licences remain, mainly in areas 2 and 3, with others available in four designated areas. Send a $20 resident or $100 nonresident cheque to Roam 1003 Nordic building with area preferences. season ends November 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wildlife Branch
Manitoba Department of Mines and Natural Resources
Norquay
Extension Courses Offered To Adults
The wranon University announces adult extension courses for teachers and citizens in the Pelly Trail School Division and surrounding areas. Three hour lectures run Friday evenings and Saturday mornings every second weekend at Major Pratt Collegiate in Russell. Courses include introductory psychology 160 and British or modern European history 212/311, with curriculum development 500 taught by E P Reimer possible if sufficient interest exists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wranon University
Pelly Trail
Pratt
Russell
E. P. Reimer
Manitoba Recreation Branch Workshop at Clear Lake Riding Mountain
The Manitoba Tourism and Recreation Department sponsors a workshop at Clear Lake on September 13 4 and 16. It aims to train arts and crafts leaders and upgrade painting skills for community benefit. Professor Gissur Eliasson will teach painting with Nadya Kostyshyn leading arts and crafts instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba Department of Tourism and Recreation
Clear Lake
Riding Mountain
Gissur Eliasson
University of Manitoba
Hunters May Walk Only For Grouse In South Area
A ban on vehicle use in the Broomhill wildlife management area near Melita, about ten miles north, will stay in effect through the upland game bird season. Hunters may hunt sharp tailed grouse on foot in this zone to preserve traditional methods that have proven popular in recent years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broomhill
Melita
Youth Led Camp Proves Successful at Silver Beach
The Silver Beach summer camp drew 28 children with seven junior leaders a director and two cooks. The program featured games crafts and recreation led by youths. Donations from Hassell and Binscarth communities supported the camp with Frank Clements and Sons transporting attendees. A financial balance of 67.01 is to be held for use next summer unless alternate disposal is proposed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silver Beach
Hassell
Binscarth
Frank Clements
Christian Education Committee
Knox United Church
Water extensions contract approved by Russell Town Council
The town accepted the tender from C and C Construction Co Ltd of Brandon for northeast and southeast water and sewer line extensions at 44 046.00. The mayor and secretary were authorized to finalize the contract on bid bond receipt. Council added 1968 tax roll assessments and approved a building permit for D F McCaig. Accounts paid totaled 11864.18 with 6000.00 to C and C Construction. Annual grants to local groups listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C Construction Co. Ltd
T Brandon
D. F. McCaig
Russell & District Regional Library
Salvation Army
Russell Agricultural Society
St. John Ambulance
Children’s Aid Society of Western Manitoba
Russell Chamber of Commerce
Russell Horticultural Society
Increased Postal Rates Coming Soon
The Honourable Bric. Kie rans, Postmaster General, announces a major shift in long term planning to move postal rates and mailing regulations from traditional patterns to a modern commercial concept. No class of mail remains unchanged and rates will be revised effective no date given.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bric. Kierans
Tournaments Keep Local Golfers Busy
Local golfers stay active ahead of Banner County Open on August 22 at the coal course. Winners at Binscarth include Harvey Kearns second in the second flight and Doug McCaig first in the third flight. Lore Robinson won the second flight at Rossburn. At the Manitoba Elks event in Elkhorn Frank Clement, Jack Wilson, Lloyd Thompson, and Dec Sanderson competed with Clement taking the championship flight prize and Low Hidden Hole. Sanderson won the first flight. Next Monday the 16th a fall outing and steak fry are planned at Clear Lake. Club championship play resumes as evenings shorten. a golf film is ordered for prizes. Margaret was the first flight winner at Binscarth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coal Course
Binscarth
Harvey Kearns
Doug McCaig
Rossburn
Lore Robinson
Manitoba Elks
Elkhorn
Frank Clement
Jack Wilson
Lloyd Thompson
Dec Sanderson
Clement
Sanderson
Clear Lake
Margaret
Seeen
A C W W Leader To Visit Manitoba
A C W W world president Aroti Dutt will tour Manitoba from September 20 to 25. The Indian native and social welfare activist will visit the ACWW Hall September 21, the International Peace Garden at Boissevain September 22, then Birtle September 23 afternoon and Neepawa September 23 evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mars
Aroti Dutt
Associated Country Women of the World
Manitoba
India
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Statiute
James Langford
der Keiser
Herr Hitler
Tonesey
Roblin
W. T. Ag. Rep
Albert Schweitzer
Roland Michener
Pierre Elliott Trudeau
Russell Legion
Russell Women’s
Russell Royal Purple
Russell Rebekahs
Russell Elks
Russell Legion Aux
Eastern Star
Binscarth Rebekahs Ang. Guild
Binscarth Lo.of
Binscarth U.C.W
A.C.W.W
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