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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 01, 1964
Page
1
The notice explains renewal dating using day month year numerals and asks readers to mail remittance with the renewal form. It lists subscription rates of 3.00 for one year and 4.00 outside Canada, plus 5.00 for two years and 6.00 outside Canada, advising one week for delivery and to notify for non arrival.
Mrs. Margaret Konantz M P for Winnipeg South told Springfield Federal Association's annual meeting that more Western Liberals must be elected to Parliament to ensure prairie representation in Canada's next government. She listed eight parliamentary committees where she is the sole western Liberal and praised government legislation passed despite Conservative opposition. She noted the Flag Committee's work, favoring a three leaf design, and recalled Canada’s maple leaf symbol from Hong Kong graves. The meeting elected Donald Steiner president for 1965 with other officers named.
God's Volunteers Evangelism Team, six young members from Canada and the United States, conduct a Crusade for Christ at Whiteshell Baptist Church from Sunday December 6 to Sunday December 13 at 7:30 p.m. Each evening features meetings, personal testimonies, and vocal or instrumental numbers led by Rev. Walter Hoffman of Minneapolis.
Dr. Slogan M.P. writes from the NATO Conference in Paris where leaders from Britain the United States and Canada discuss NATO renewal in 1969. He notes De Gaulle opposition Greece and Turkey friction over Cyprus and the debate over a multi lateral nuclear force. He praises NATO’s defensive strength and Canadian contributions while warning of European re alignment and future roles.
Dr. Joe Slogan MP for Springfield toured the Canadian Army Brigade at Soest Germany and the Air Division of the RCAF at Zweibrücken. He praised high morale and noted permanent forces reduce turnover. He saw Honest John missiles and CF-104 aircraft on alert. He also met Air Vice Marshal Bradshaw and Wing Commander Lett, then attended NATO talks in Paris and visited Berlin to view the Wall.
Pupils at the school wrap up exams on November 27 after a week of two tests daily. Regular class schedules resume. Remembrance Day decorations are down and Christmas decor goes up in many rooms to brighten the season. Grades 1 to 8 participated in a UNLECF drive with late-arriving boxes.
Mrs. R. Mundt was honored on November 24 in the Seven Sisters club rooms as the ladies of the community bid her farewell before moving to East Selkirk. A hospital guild pin was presented by Mrs. R. Picard and Mrs. A. Frantz, with cards and lunch follow up. Hostesses were Mesdames R. Picard, L. Simpson, J. Sauer, and C. Dill. The community wishes Bob and Cathy the best in their new home.
The Pinawa Players presented three comedies in the school auditorium on November 25 26 and 27. The shows Peace It’s Wonderful The Phantom Gentleman and Uncle Bob’s Bride featured performances by Peter Thiessen Sylvia Bjornson Maureen Dobbin Brian Finlay Angus Graham Ruth Dobbin Gail Gilmour Bud Bjornson Eldora and many others under directors Doreen Thompson Olga Badger and Helen Tomlinson. The audience enjoyed a lively mix of humor and situational comedy with praise for the cast and backstage crew.
Recreation Centre scene on Monday evening November 23 as John Bracken won the presidency with Les Morgan presiding. Officers elected include Cliff Olsen as vice president Alex Bradley secretary treasurer Andy Harpin entertainment chair Lionel Couloumbe building chair R Harasync rink chair Richard Thomas and Marie Melnick with Morgan as auditor.
The Lac du Bonnet Chamber of Commerce seeks paving two roads Milner Ridge and Pointe du Bois to highway standards. They will lobby MLA and village for Provincial takeover of Brightstone Road southern extension. A 1965 road program priority for Milner Ridge and Pointe du Bois was urged along with other civic projects such as a public building plan and Centennial efforts.
Mrs F Gilbert was elected president of the Pinawa Ladies Curling Club at a general meeting on Monday November 1. Other officers named include first vice president Mrs D Thompson secretary Mrs T Deering treasurer Mrs E Ingersoll social convenor Mrs J Putnam and ice and draw Mrs M Allan. The ladies hope to start curling soon and anticipate a successful season.
Mr. Peter Kohut of Elma was guest of honour at a friends party to commemorate his retirement as section foreman for the CNR. He joined the CNR in 1926 and became foreman in 1948 after stints at White and Malachi Ontario. Kohut received an easy chair as a fitting gift for a man who spent little time relaxing. After 30 years of strenuous work he plans to take life easy and enjoy the days ahead. The well wishers extended best regards to him and his wife.
Lac du Bonnet notes exams finish on December 2 and classes resume December 3. The Collegiate will send two rinks to the Manitoba High School bonspiel in Winnipeg, though entrance applications are held back due to player positioning issues. The sports committee proposes forming a Collegiate hockey league, which has met with enthusiasm.
Rene Papineau was elected president on Sunday November 15 as over 100 people gathered in the Powerview Parish Hall for the PTA organization meeting. Hector Dupont led the nominating committee, guest speaker Mr. G Forrest spoke on aims and answered questions. Six or seven meetings were planned for the first year, with an executive elected including Carl Vincent Dan Boissol Frank Watson Mrs Bill Warren, secretary Lucien Laroche treasurer Donat Chevrefils and others, followed by lunch served by the Women's Auxiliary of the Power View Notre Dame du Laus Catholic church.
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