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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 29, 1966
Page
2
The Russell Banner announces its office on Main Street and identifies EC Sanderson as Editor and Publisher. It notes affiliation with Canadian Weekly Radios and Manitoba Weekly Newspapers and mentions authorized 15 second clause and postage payment details.
The Oi Bays, Hes Room, and The Women's Institute will serve tea in the newly decorated and improved room. The note mentions Manitoba Telephones and advertising costs as part of a dated 1930 reference, reflecting a blended local notice tone.
Harvest season notes Min isk a United Church plans its annual Harvest Home concert on Friday September 30 with Mr Arnold Minish as guest speaker and lunch to be served. Russell and area residents enjoyed autumn scenery along the Shoal and Shell Rivers as friends and families visited.
Sirs Dora Veal at the Senior Citizens Home. Mr W. B. Lee of Winnipes returned to the city after two weeks assisting his brother Eric with harvesting. Mme Katie Prince visits family in Russell. Weekend visits by Debbie Vandena meele and Wayne to their sister and husband. Sunday School Teachers’ training courses over five weeks with sessions in Langenburg and other places to be announced. Community visits include Ralph Swanson fishing with Winnipeg friends, Loyd Landren and Mildred Bennett visiting in town, and various relatives in Russell and Brandon. Ingleside UW members celebrated a birthday at Mrs Alex Ferguson Sr.’s home. Potashville Teachers’ Convention attendees listed. Retirement tokens awarded at banquet. Next year’s convention planned in Regina. Clara Lennie of Edmonton returned to duties as Assistant Director of Nurses for Alberta after visiting relatives. Regina trips by Mr and Mrs A Geres and others for medical appointments. Marebwell citizens urged to support a worthy cause. A two-car collision west of the village last Wednesday left extensive damage but no serious injuries. Harvesting nearing completion with yields above expectations.
The Russell 4-H Grease and Grit Club details a busy year with tours to Yorkton sites in April including Yorkton Enterprise and CKOS Studios. May lists tours of local Russell facilities and a junior speaking contest with district and area finals. June and July note public speaking events, marching displays, and rallies at Branston and Roblin, with August noting a final automobile club day and awards. Leaders were Mrs. David Coulter and Mrs. Jack Flett, with 19 members enrolled.
Mrs E Weber plans to hear of a visit soon to Canada from friends. Miss Le is mentioned as part of the group.
Workman and a niece Miss May Workman of Portstewart North Ireland will join the Workman families renowned in North Ireland farming circles to attend the International Plowing Match in Canada. The party includes Miss L Workman and other relatives as part of a study tour and agricultural exchange.
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