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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 29, 1949
Page
7
Canadians used 83 pounds of sugar per person in the first ten months of 1946, matching the total for all of 1947. This indicates higher-than-expected intake early in 1946 and raises questions about supply and economic conditions affecting consumption decisions.
Mr and Mrs S D Thomson of Calgary announce the birth of twins on March 18 Bruce Edward and Cathy Annette. Beausejour and Winnipeg social events fill the pages with a knitting afghan drive for a future hospital and a fish pond at the Beausejour hotel. community members attend banquets, bridge clubs, whist drives and weekend visits across Beausejour, Winnipeg and area.
A Pinawa team skipped by Axel Bloomquist defeated Ted Woods of Lac du Bonnet in Pinawa Tuesday as six teams contended in the last draw of the season. The President's trophy rounds ended March 20 in Seven Sisters with Seven Sisters winning both games for the sixth time.
Mrs. Mary Czepal aged 71 of Ladywood died March 18 at her daughter J Rancato s home in St James. Funeral March 25 at the Greek Catholic church Ladywood with burial at local cemetery. Rev Fr J Carmylo officiated. Survived by son Alex of California and five daughters Mrs J Baker Gillam Man Mrs J Rancato St James Mrs B Gerli Ladywood Mrs S Boyes Alberta and Mrs W Hackett Kenora eight grandchildren.
Mrs. Mary Pruichnick aged 66 died March 13 after weeks of illness in Winnipeg General hospital. Funeral March 16 at the Greek Catholic church Beausejour with Fr J Carmylo officiating. Interment in local cemetery. Russell funeral home in charge. Survived by husband William a retired CPR section foreman.
Canada produces more nickel asbestos newsprint and platinum than any other country, reflecting its large mineral and metal industries and export capacity.
Ogama Rockland won on both sheets of ice in a rink match against Great Falls ladies led by Mrs Wylie and Mrs Baker. Temperature hovered around 34 degrees as ice scraped and polished, with post game banquets and two party departures. Great Falls plans a return match next Sunday if temperatures stay under 34.
Good posture supports health at work or school. Chairs and desks should be set to prevent hunching. Workers should adjust benches to minimize stooping for less fatigue and better output.
A South American squirrel at London Zoo is bundled in a woollen comforter for a troop movement to new quarters. The unusual precaution aims to prevent catching cold during the transfer.
Infant Marlene Gail Feurst age one year nine months daughter of Mr and Mrs Irwin Feurst of Golden Bay passed away March 26. Russell funeral chapels were in charge of arrangements.
Charles Lean Sr., 78, longtime Manitoba resident and Finland native, died March 23 at his son John’s residence near Elma. Funeral services were held March 26 at Whitemouth, burial in Whitemouth cemetery, Rev. J Maxwell officiating. He came to Canada in 1901 and settled on a farm in 1908. survived by two sons Charles and John, both of Elma.
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