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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 06, 1952
Page
2
Editorial argues the Peace Garden on the Manitoba North Dakota border risks closure after Canada and Manitoba cut annual grants. It notes US funding could follow, urges citizen and municipal fundraising, and recalls the garden’s 1928–1932 origins and ceremonies.
The International Peace Garden celebrates bilateral cooperation between the United States and Canada with lakes named Udall and Stormon, park roads and a lodge built from Canadian logs and American stone. Grants from both governments support development, while the garden stands as a tangible symbol of goodwill and cross border harmony.
From SCAP to SHAPE the appointment of General Ridgeway to succeed General Eisenhower as Supreme Commander Allied Powers in Europe has been greeted with acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic. The job calls for ability and prestige, generalship and statesmanship, character, experience, and popular appeal. Eisenhower possessed these traits. Ridgeway has shown strong leadership as United Nations commander in Korea and in the early phase of the European role.
A reflective piece honors England's Saint George and Shakespeare on St George's Day April 23, tracing the saint's origin, English humor, and wartime resilience from Agincourt to the Battle of Britain. It recalls poets Brooke Kipling and Shakespeare, and notes England's patriots and defenders across history.
The retiring SHAPE head completed the spadework for a united Atlantic defense. General Gruenther remains chief of staff to ensure continuity in this delicate task. General Mark Clark takes command of the Far Eastern theater, signaling sustained high leadership from Panmunjom to Paris as global defense lines stay clear.
The article hails Shakespeare and St George as enduring symbols of English resilience, noting Winston Churchill’s spirit echoing their legacy. It honors Britain's tradition of courage and unity as it commemorates a day dedicated to national heritage and steadfast resolve.
In Beausejour district the White Cross Guild and Beausejour Hospital Guild sponsor a May Rags to Riches drive. Campaign convener Mrs. R V Smith aims to rally rural district support. Two depots are set at Dr H H Lippmann and Mrs W Klingbell homes. Gretsinger and Sons Transport will haul rags. National Hospital Day on May 12 prompts hospital officials to seek local church sermons. Cedar Chest drive convener Mrs Cecilia Jannston reports strong local support from organizations, businesses, and donors.
Fires tore through the Elma district damaging the farm of M Iszczak Chaluk Estate destroying a hundred bushels of grain and several hay stacks on George Rybaks property. The blaze spread from the Greater Winnipeg Water District to the C N R Main Line and as far west as Contour destroying camps fuel and pulpwood. Residents fought fires prompting school closures but most fires are now under control awaiting rain.
Beausejour M F U outlines a monster farmers picnic tentatively set for June 22 with district wide representation from all locals in the Spring field riding. The Beausejour meeting also fixed a constituency convention of all locals for June 18. A banquet and dance to publicize both events is planned for May 29 at St Mary s RC parish hall with J Mroz and Mrs Mroz coordinating. The next regular local meeting is scheduled for May 8.
At the Beausejour Chamber of Commerce meeting officials proposed a 15 mph speed limit on residential streets and a 20 mph limit on Park Avenue part of No 1 highway. The council planned to table the transient traders license issue for the May 13 meeting amid accompanying complaints.
Early council considered clearing septic tanks at night to haul waste through streets but took no action. A water and sewage survey ordered by the council is expected to yield early recommendations.
Retail grocery sales in Canadas during the first quarter of 1951 rose 16.6 percent compared with the same period in 1950, signaling a strong early year for consumer demand and market performance.
A brief notice notes that children in the apartment overhead appear to be growing rapidly. It highlights the surprising size changes observed in the young residents and suggests a need for careful supervision and safety awareness.
Notice from Rural Municipality of Brokenhead announces amendments to open and establish a public road and drainage works in Mandawa area, listing sections and townships. Documents available at clerk’s office and at Messrs Drache Matto Weselit lawyers for inspection. Interested persons may appear to be heard on the date set for May 13 in Beausejour Manitoba.
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