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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 26, 1968
Page
1
Manitoba premier Walter Weir unveiled a cabinet reorganization with new departments and ministerial reassignment aimed at stronger program management and priority planning. The Pelly Trail Division reported Grade XII results with a pass rate well above the provincial average, reflecting strong student performance.
The Rural Scene notes final approval of a new farm business group in the area. The piece urges local farmers to engage, set up and manage farm accounts. It mentions the 41 Weed Bosay scholarship deadline in October and invites Senior 4-H members to apply for agriculture and home economics opportunities, with details in the April-June issue.
Russell Chamber of Commerce will reconvene after a two month recess for fall and winter sessions. Meeting starts at 7 30 PM in the old library room behind the Council Chambers with a strong turnout of members urged.
Wilt Chegwin Construction Ltd bid accepted by Town Council in a special session. Work to begin soon with excavation and shaping this fall, disposal of 18 000 cu yd waste at 55c per cu yd, granular backfill 13 000 cu yd at 1.44 per cu yd, and 5 000 cu yd gravel base at a set price. Manitoba honeybee colonies totalled 56 000 in fall 1967.
One hundred and fifty Maree golfers entered the Banner County Open at Russell Golf and Country Club on Sunday with visitors making up 110 players from 28 outside points. Kamsack and Brandon led visiting contingents, Dauphin and Birtle also represented, while Isbella and Gladstone sent small groups. Dennis Dos sisx and G Falkner posted rounds, many flights had countbacks to decide winners, and prizes accompanied district trophies as first-time visitors praised the course condition and layout.
The Penny Trail Division Board met on September 17 in Angusville. The board accepted Paul Luba of Angusville for the Lima teacherage outdoor toilet and school stairs at 495 dollars, and approved living out allowances for Sawchuk of Rossburn. They planned kindergarten transport allowances, purchased cadies and rhythm sets, reviewed curriculum and substitutes, and discussed enrolment and teacher grants. Vista school would move to Rossburn with foundation work for St Mathew Grade IX X, and a June 1969 schedule shift was noted. Insurance tenders for school buses and liability coverage were reviewed, with Allan Brown proposing additional coverage for non profit trips at a cost.
A 20 mile walkathon is planned for Saturday October to benefit Russell Curling Club and Russell Schools. Participants need a sponsor who pays an entry fee split between the club and schools with funds directed to students. Trophies will be awarded by class and route details will appear in the next Banner issue.
A town calendar reflection notes strong winds from Alberta and cold conditions as the harvest stalls amid weekend showers. Duck season hesitancy, local nominations, and council races prompt civic thoughts. Highlights include Mrs Dorothy Hall's health post, hockey tryouts in Des Moines, and Apple Day plans.
At October council, accounts totaling 80726.51 were approved. major items include 26225.40 to the Public Schools Finance Board, 20000 for water works extensions, and 2662.15 to the Manitoba Water Supply Board. All members attended. The text notes Manitoba butter quality and new government planning committees under Premier Walter Weir.
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