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Springfield Leader

Location

Springfield, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Mar 27, 1962

Page

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Lac du Bonnet Builds Expected This Summer 1962

Lac du Bonnet plans point to a busy summer with several houses and a new store in progress. A sewage system for two sub divisions is under study, with a lagoon site possible near the cemetery or by the elevators. Building loans would follow once land and facilities meet requirements.

Lac du Bonnet Bruce AG Vomethly En Sparsment Lac du SE Second Airset Eee Ambrose Pharmacy Usiness Liquor Commission Bank of Montreal Bank Wardrop and Associates Department of Health Municipal Council Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Four-H Club St Patrick Tea by Seven Sisters Snappy Stitchers

The Seven Sisters Snappy Stitchers 4-H Club held a St Patrick's Tea on Saturday March 17 with hall decor in St Patrick's style. Sylvia Harrison and Diane Bennett served at the head table. A home bake table candy and a raffle ran, organized by 4-H members with Mrs Howcroft assisting. The club announced a provincial grant of 15 dollars.

Seven Sisters

Bissett Braves win Bantam BB provincial title at Pine Falls

Ron Krause starred as the Bissett Braves defeated Hamiota 7 to 3 to claim the Bantam BB championship. Krause scored from his knees and assisted on a key goal as Bissett dominated the first period despite slow ice. Hamiota fended off pressure with defense led by Hannes Bell and netminder Allan Sheridan, but Krause struck twice in the final period to seal the win.

Bissett Braves Hamiota Pine Falls Bissett Hamiodta Shoal Lake Don Coombs Larry Adolph Blues Ron Krause Wette No Wayne Weld Allan Sheridan Melvin Smith Morley Clarke Wold Iod Braves J. Riechart J. C. Caldwell David Harrison E. Adolf Ron’ Krause Hannes Bell

Minister Warns Public Of Road Restrictions

Acting minister of public works Hon. Walter C. Weir warned that highway restrictions may be imposed with little warning during spring break-up. He urged cooperation to limit damage from heavy truck loads and advised farmers to plan grain cleaning, heavy hauling, depots repair, fodder movements, and dairy feed supplies to fit anticipated limits.

Walter C. Weir Weir

Flood Danger On Increase In Red River System

Increased flood risk projected for the Red River and Assiniboine this spring with a peak near Winnipeg potentially at 22 feet city datum if conditions are average. Dykes may be breached by up to three feet in places. 26.5 feet dyke protection exists at Winnipeg. Floods possible along lands from Emerson to Winnipeg and up to ten miles upstream from Brandon. Authorities urge readiness for dyke raises and emergency staff, with a forecast update to follow.

Emerson Winnipeg Assiniboine Mann - Saskatchewan Brandon Portage la Prairie Headingley Red River

Federal Conservatives Nomination Set for Wednesday in Springfield

The Federal Conservatives in the Springfield riding will hold a delegate nominating convention on Wednesday March 28 at Beausejour Town Hall. Delegates from each poll will be chosen by Dr. Slogan’s representatives, with only one candidate expected so far though others may declare at the event.

Springfield Beausejour Dr. Slogan

Seven Sisters Variety Nite hosted by River Hills School

Junior Red Cross sponsors a March 23 Variety Concert at Seven Sisters Community Hall featuring many contestants. Elaine and Wayne Trindall won first with an accordion and violin duet, Rhoda Steiner of Whitemouth placed second on Children's Carnival, Brian Steiner earned fourth with an accordion solo, and a quartet including Darlene Steiner Caroline Steiner Elaine Trindall Judy Merke sang Sweet Hour of Prayer with Art Merke on accordion.

Seven Sisters Red Cross River Hills School Elaine Wayne Trindall Rhoda Steiner Whitemouth Rhoda Brian Steiner Darlene Steiner Caroline Steiner Elaine Trindall Judy Merke Art Merke

Manitoba allocates 100000 for fitness program

Manitoba plans a 100000 expenditure to promote fitness and support an advisory council on fitness employment and staff. Grants will hinge on Ottawa funding, with council expenses and salaries treated as stable items. The program aims to boost amateur sport participation and extend provincial leadership initiatives nationwide.

Manitoba John Christianson Christianson Ottawa

People who get the most kick out of life do the least kicking

A reflective aphorism notes that fulfillment comes from restraint and mindful action rather than constant effort. It suggests choosing purposeful, calm engagement over frantic striving to savor life’s moments.

Whitemouth RCMP Capture Escaped Juveniles

Two 14 year old Winnipeg boys escaped from Vaughan Street detention home by stealing a car and fleeing east. Cst. Ackhart pursued at speeds up to 95 mph along a twisting highway for 12 miles before the car crashed into a snow filled ditch. Both youths were treated for minor injuries at Whitemouth hospital and returned to Winnipeg.

Winnipeg Whitemouth Cst R. F. Ackhart

Provincial Builder Building A New Project

Fragmentary OCR reads like a provincial builder or contractor listing with numbers 321 59 60 2 62 63. Details are unclear but indicates construction or property figures associated with a project.

Renewal notice for The Springfield Leader subscription

The Springfield Leader requests renewal of subscriptions with various rate options for Canada and outside Canada, asks subscribers to print name and address, and notes the Audit Bureau of Circulations policy on arrears. New subscribers are guided to use the form with the address, payment amounts, and delivery timing.

Audit Bureau of Circulations Springfield Canada

Oil Development Possible In Southwestern Manitoba

Manitoba minister of mines and natural resources C H Witney reported a possible substantial oil development at Pierson in the southwest. He noted exploration drilling found oil but development awaits geological evaluation. Oil leasing rose in 1961 in Boissevain Pierson and Tilston, with geophysical surveys continuing. Secondary recovery could boost North Virden-Scallion outputs by about 30 million barrels. Daly Virden Roselea and North Virden-Scallion have produced most provincial crude and hold much of remaining reserves. Manitoba's refining capacity may expand with a third Winnipeg refinery. a refinery is under construction at The Pas.

Pierson Province Manitoba Boissevain Tilston Virden North Virden- Scallion Daly Virden-Roselea North Virden-Scallion Witney Winnipeg Pas

Pine Falls B P W Leadership Program Underway

The Pine Falls Business and Professional Women's Club held its regular dinner meeting at Manitou Lodge on March 21 with Irene Oakes in charge. Margaret Ford spoke on the Membership Drive while committees reported progress. Evelyn McLennan was praised for the raffle success and Les Bailey of Pine Falls won a transistor radio. A Leadership Training program is under way and promises to be interesting.

Business and Professional Women's Club of Pine Falls Manitou Lodge Irene Oakes Margaret Ford Evelyn McLennan Ways and Means Les Bailey

World Health Day highlights child eye care and prevention

A World Health Organization statement urges blindness prevention beginning in childhood. It notes 10 million worldwide are blind, 650000 are children, and two thirds of blindness could be prevented with proper treatment and preventive measures. The theme Preserve Sight Prevent Blindness marks WHO's 14th anniversary with Dr Candau stressing cost savings of prevention.

Vraurld Health Organization WHO M. G. Candau

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