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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 19, 1963
Page
8
Beginning September 7 and for the 21st year National Immunization Week is marked across Canada. The Manitoba Department of Health backs the Health League of Canada in promoting disease prevention through immunization.
Dominion Bureau of Statistics reports Manitoba hog numbers up 16 percent this year to 385 000 while sheep decline four percent. Chickens and hens total 5.7 million, turkeys 970 thousand. June figures show little change from last year. Shelterbelt weed control programs spread across Neepawa Swan River and Interlake regions with new cooperative municipal arrangements and herbicide use. Simazine recommended for weed control in shelterbelts at 8-12 pounds per acre, cost 12-15 dollars per mile, effective 3-5 years with careful application by experienced crews.
A public health note highlights eggs as a nutrient rich food with protein vitamin A thiamine riboflavin and iron. Three eggs can replace a meat serving and should be eaten at least three times weekly. Immunization is available from doctors or health units urging all Manitobans to use the service.
The article notes common ailments like colds and dental decay, with decay having a slight edge. It urges early action, stating a dentist can often save affected teeth and children should begin dental visits at age three due to early tooth care needs.
Charles Rutherford 56 died at home in Minnedosa on September 4 1963 after a brief illness. Born in Silverton Manitoba he lived in Shoal Lake and Minnedosa, operated Avalon Theatre and Rutherford Electric. Survived by wife Bernice Robertson Rutherford a son Norris Alan two daughters Linda and Glenda one sister Alison and a brother Loyd predeceased. Funeral September 16 at Minnedosa United Church with Rev Keith Boughton officiating. interment in Minnedosa Cemetery.
Forage crop specialists from the Manitoba Department of Agriculture and Conservation urge fertilizing forage stands this fall to boost next year’s yields. Recommendations include applying 11-48-0 at varying pounds per acre on legume or grass, with adjustments by soil type, and using a fertilizer spreader.
In Ninette and Beausejour areas, tests show yields rose by 3 250 pounds per acre after applying 100 pounds of fertilizer in Ninette and 42 750 pounds per acre with 125 pounds in Beausejour. Experts warn results may not reflect long term wisdom as responses can appear the following year due to residual effects.
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