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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 22, 1960
Page
3
The Springfield Leader issues advertising rates and publication details. It lists editor D G Crook and mentions paid in advance subscriptions and rates outside Canada. The notice notes weekly publication, federal district affiliation, and membership in Canadian newspaper organizations.
Farm news notes excellent prospects for Garry oats this year and urges sowing in areas with good Garry yields. Millers in Manitoba prefer Garry for better milling, while a major Manitoba firm buys over a million bushels annually and seeks Manitoban supply. Agronomists urge balanced production of Garry and Rodney varieties to meet market demand and reduce Rodney’s rising share.
Rod ey mills show Rodney flour grinding poorly with tighter sieves and looser hulls causing higher milling loss. Garry kernel yields crisper ground meal. Separately Manitoba 4-H member Robert C. Anderson, 20, of Dugald, chosen to represent Canada at the National 4-H Conference in Washington April 23–29, after prior leadership in 4-H and tractor clubs.
Manitoba spring lambing tips from Mrs Anne Lester emphasize feeding bred ewes a hay oats ration, mineral mix, warmth, and cleanliness to improve milk and health. Miss Dorothy Keith adds guidance on motherhood, stability, and child development reflecting home economics education. Curling praise for Victoria Beach rink and well wishes to sick members follow, with notes on Ladies Auxiliary meetings and recoveries.
Whitemouth residents share news from March events including a farewell party for Miss Pearleta Henry, a shift in butcher shop management to the Stewarts, and readings by Joe Bryck from Field, B C. Local clubs, a school meeting notice, Lenten services, a whist drive for Red Cross, and a village concert netting 120 dollars are reported alongside birthdays, baptisms, and various visits within Ontario and Manitoba communities.
Community events announce an open house on March 28 at Christ Church with displays and refreshments. Sewing courses include fashion shows and sessions in Lac du Bonnet and other districts, sponsored by the Department of Agriculture Extension Service with courses in foods, nutrition, sewing, tailoring, interior design. Participants should contact the District Home Economist at Box 150 Beausejour Manitoba for details.
The text argues infancy shapes social growth through early experiences with people. Rocking and fondling are described as essential needs that help a child become comfortable with others as their world expands.
Miss Lee Ehrgott of Pirmasens Germany married F/O Craig Warman in the RCAF Chapel Zweibrucken February 27. After a honeymoon through France Switzerland and Austria the couple will reside in Zweibrucken where Warman is stationed. Pine Falls curling club finished two draws with trophies announced at the end of April. Harrison Trophy went to Minnie McDonald rink. McLageen Trophy to Edna Fortier’s Stella McNair rink. Grand aggregate won by Arlene McIntyre’s Rose Smarang team. Anglican Church ladies plan a silver tea April 20 at the new rectory. Condolences to late Mr William Bird Sr London Ontario. Get well wishes to Aurea Sawdyn. Manitoba Music Festival underway with Ralph Linnebach and pupils. Valerie Currie won piano solo tie over Roberta Cook and David Pentland. Coronation Rebekah ladies held social March 12 at United Church for their 2nd birthday.
Grace Huhn presented a tie pin to Albert Robertson, a 15 year member, during an evening for Rebekah Ladies and Oddfellows. Archie McLeod was eligible for a pin but absent. The program included a drill by Rebekah Ladies and slides of Joan Huhn's Europe trip, ending with a Beatnik skit. Mrs. Marcha Sokoloski and delegates attended the Winnipeg Rebekah Assembly Session on March 15. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Leon Laroche on the birth of twin sons last Friday.
Seven Sisters friends gathered at the Kinghorn home to wish Sherry Van Deusen well in her new Selkirk home. A photograph album featuring her friends was presented. Mrs. R. King and Mrs. K. Kristofferson hosted at Mrs. King’s home in honor of Mrs. D. Leith moving to Selkirk this weekend. birthday wishes were sent to Mrs. Leith for her March 14 birthday.
The estate of Violet Helen Mary Richardson of Lac du Bonnet Manitoba issues a notice to creditors. All claims supported by a Statutory Declaration must be sent to 280 Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba on or before April 23 1960. Dated Winnipeg March 14 1960. F G Ritchie Administrator of the Estate of Violet Richardson deceased.
A rink skipped by Mr. A Frantz with R Morton R Gravel and A Gauthier played in the President's trophy curling bonspiel in Winnipeg on Friday. They returned without a prize but say they had an annoyable time. In other notes, Mr. Fred Arseneault left Saturday for Edmonton to attend an electrical engineers convention. Kathy Carruthers celebrated her 8th birthday on March 15.
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