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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 09, 1947
Page
3
Betty McKay, bride elect for December 20, was guest of honor at a miscellaneous shower hosted by Mrs. Anton Winkler on December 7. She is to wed Mer vyn Fidler of West Selkirk.
Wally Carrion the Central Northern Airways pilot led in the 1947 freeze-up series by being first to reach Bisset, Favourable Lake, Long Lake and Little Grand Rapids then landing at Lac du Bonnet Base at 11 58 a m. Frances Hill adjudged winner of the annual contest for landing first on the ice.
Walter Inglis steps down as Leader Representative in Pine Falls after Ben van Malsen’s death. Beverley Smith and Adelaide Jackson become joint correspondents and representatives with power to transact Leader business and accept subscriptions. The note thanks Walter and wishes success to Bev and Adel, urging readers to support them.
A joint meeting in Lac du Bonnet established the North Eastern Manitoba Intermediate Hockey League for the coming year. Six teams entered Pine Falls Chester Lukasiawicz Seven Sisters Stan Gittens Great Falls George Cobb Beausejour Jerry Shuster Lac du Bonnet Harry Springman Whitemouth David Cousins. J Sinnott MP was elected. Teams may sign 18 players and lists must be in by January 1 1948. Home teams supply referees and linesmen. Schedule publication is anticipated next week.
Community news covers visits by Dr. L W Sneath to Minneapolis and Ed Markusson joining Seven Sisters Falls Electrical Staff. Residents report deer in game reserve near Jimmy Russell’s work area. Birthday wishes to Oscar Nemi. Notre Dame church card party at Community Hall with prize winners and anticipated promotion of Father Paradis. Other items include visits to Winnipeg, B C trips, and local social updates.
W L McLeod will lead a missionary service at the home of M Wold in New Combe on Wednesday December 10. The gathering opens at 7 30 p m and all interested persons are invited to attend.
At the Pointe du Bois Community Hall on December 2 1947 Wolf Cubs and parents heard John Howarth Executive Commissioner of the Boy Scouts Association of Manitoba speak on cubbing and scouting values. Stunts by the Sixes and Lone Scouts followed with songs and games, closing with God Save the King.
A Crescent Bay basket social on November 28 raised 64.90 for the Kiddies Christmas Tree Party. Miles Langthorn drew high bids, selling a basket for 6.40 with tickets won by Joe Guerre. Donations aided the total as Martell and his son provided music.
A lively Friday night dance at Seven Sisters Community Hall drew a good crowd and featured music. Union men from Seven Sisters held a Saturday night banquet at Beausjour on November 28, with a warm turnout. Ernie Richter, visiting Winnipeg, returned home Monday night. Mr and Mrs Reggis Webb celebrated their marriage on Saturday with congratulations from the community.
The Beausejour Women’s Institute held its December meeting at the Beausejour Hotel with many members present. President Mrs. Stepaniuk led as minutes were read, plans made for the annual New Year’s dance, and Mrs. Hayes to hire an orchestra. A carol singalong closed the gathering with two vocal selections by Connie Trithart. The next meeting is January 6, 1948 at 8 30 p.m. at the hotel, members urged to attend. non-members invited.
Elizabeth MacDonald aged 95, a Beausejour pioneer who came west in 1897, died at her daughter’s home December 3. She was predeceased by husband John about ten years earlier. Service held December 6 at St Mary’s Church with Rev P Jaworski officiating. Survived by daughters Katherine Keilback and Mary Buchanan, sons Angus, Mike, William, nine grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Pallbearers included Keilback and Steffes family members.
Funeral services for James Zybarski aged 70 of Ladywood were conducted at the Greek Catholic church in Ladywood on November 27 with Rev J Carmylo of Beausejour officiating. Burial followed in Ladywood cemetery. Ren shaw funeral home of Beausejour assisted. Survived by daughter Mrs P Tomchuk of Walkleyburg.
John Danyluk 62 of Rennie died November 21. Burial followed November 25 at St. James Cemetery with a graveside service. He had served 35 years with the CPR as a Rennie section foreman. Survived by his widow a son and two daughters. Renshaw Funeral Home Beausejour led arrangements.
Peter Koralewich CN R night operator at Jones Ontario spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs A Koralewich Walter North has left for Ycliff Ontario where he found winter employment John D Kulik operates a garage in Elma and has closed for winter and left for Ycliff as a mechanic for the season Miss Sandra Wishnowski of London Ontario is spending a two week vacation with her parents Mr and Mrs S Wishnowski Mrs P Franklin of Pelican
The Beausejour Chamber of Commerce held its December meeting in the Town Hall with President O Russell presiding. Rink repairs were completed and a 1948 smoker for members was set for January 7. representatives from other boards invited. A boxing show proposal from Winnipeg YMCA was discussed and a 50 50 basis sought. The Carnival committee prepared plans for the February 18 Ice Carnival with three Queen candidates including Iris Tocher for Cloverleaf High School.
Cloverleaf's new two room school opened Friday at 2 p.m. with a capacity crowd of district ratepayers and children. B Warkentin of the Department of Education praised the board and district for the cooperative project at a below average cost. Adam Matheson and John Regula spoke alongside Father Gurka.
Gladys M. W. Forrester of Lloydminster Sask. married Reginald G. Webb of Whitemouth at a candle light ceremony conducted by Rev. J. E. Spence. The bride wore ivory georgette and carried American Beauty roses. After a reception at the Municipal Hall the couple will live in Winnipeg Manitoba.
Ontario residents and families are listed with weekend visits and upcoming moves. Joseph Novolski sold his farm and plans to relocate to Winnipeg. Val Yacula spent the weekend with Winnipeg roots. Wilfred Proceviat and Leo Ewanochko were seen in Malachi and Ena respectively. Frank Frankoski performed a show at Elma Hall drawing solid attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Sukava celebrated marriage. Koralewich and Tayl motored to Winnipeg for Christmas shopping.
Jane Vivian Bourgeault daughter of L Bourgeault Garson wed Michael Philip Kotchen son of A Kotchen Melrose Manitoba at St Andrews United Church Garson. Rev F J Roberts officiated with E Margeson pianist and Miss Marianne Kotele singer providing music. Bridesmaids and attendants included Constance Bourgeault Violet Adamac Louise Neduzak Kasmir Stanwick Stanley Chromiak William Bourgeault.
Santa Claus toured Pine Falls on Saturday with Lt Nick and Chief Fred Mastin among a motorcade of twelve cars and four clowns. About 300 residents gathered as Santa handed out candy bags after telegraphing his arrival from the North Pole to run 10 to 11 in the morning. The Hudson's Bay sponsored the event, producing a grand showcase through Leonard school and town routes.
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