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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 09, 1961
Page
3
Subscriptions priced at 3.00 per year and 5.00 for two years. Advertising rates set at five cents per agate line. The listing names several towns and individuals, including Mrs. W. Great Falls and Stella Roscoe, with various local figures and notices. The notice is dated Tuesday May 9 1961 and notes association memberships and circulation data.
Arny flax, developed in the United States, has been licensed for use in Canada for paper production near Morden where a flax straw processing plant operates. In three prairie trials it nearly matched Redwood in yield, matures in a similar time, and shows greater Palmo tolerance with rust and wilt resistance. Seed supplies in Canada are limited with imports expected for 1961 planting. Experimental Farm at Morden to grow breeders' seed next year.
Congratulations to Mr and Mrs C Atkins on the birth of a son Gary Brent at the Women’s Pavilion on May 2 weighing 7 lbs 4 ozs. Shirley Markin spends holiday with friends D Swainson. discharged after service in France and Germany. St George’s Day Cub parade led by Mr T Lamb with eight boys. St Mary’s Anglican Vestry hosts social April 20 with a bed lamp raffle and Colgate hampers raffle for Auxiliary. Various local families visit, curlers Wind-up held April 28 weekend. Margaret Gottfried drives to Camp Morton. Mrs Hawkes visits Gimli.
Farmers can test fertilizer effects on their own land to verify or adjust broad recommendations. Manitoba specialists say fertilizer guidance comes from the Soils Department at the University of Manitoba and the Soils and Crops Branch of the Manitoba Department of Agriculture, applied to representative soil types across the province. Each farmer places a trial to observe actual crop response and tailor guidance to individual fields.
The Canadian Cancer Society asks for donations to its April drive for research funds and public education. The appeal emphasizes that more children die from cancer than any other disease, urging support and awareness.
Ottawa report notes Alvin Hamilton touts a potential agreement with the Communist Government of China to buy huge quantities of Canadian wheat and barley over 1961 to 1963. The plan includes a 50 million dollar credit guarantee, 25 percent cash and 270 days balance, with payments in sterling. Pearson cautions about political risk and possible default, while Hamilton predicts broad economic gains for Western farmers and Canada's export earnings.
The article explains the value of good kitchen conditions and outlines a three center layout. It covers arranging food storage, cleaning, and cooking zones in a triangle, placing the refrigerator near the service door, ensuring ample counter space, and planning for future upgrades like a dishwasher. It warns against placing a range under a window and suggests oven placement to prevent burns while improving daily living.
Sealed tenders will be received up to 12:00 noon Saturday May 20 1901 for supply of diesel fuel gasoline and heating oil. Further information from the secretary treasurer Albert Wood acting secretary treasurer RM of Lac du Bonnet. The lowest tender not necessarily accepted.
The Rural Municipality of Lac du Bonnet announces recruitment for a cat operator for the 1961 summer season. Applications with qualifications references and expected wages must be received by 12:00 noon on Saturday May 20. Dated Lac du Bonnet May 3, 1961. Acting Secretary treasurer.
Agassiz School Division No 15 accepts bids by 12 noon May 20 1961 for about 5000 yards of fill to be dumped on site at Beausejour Collegiate. Acceptable fill includes sand pit or gravel pit stripping free of roots and borders or pit run gravel free of hollows. Work to be completed by June 15 1961. J W Wade secretary treasurer.
The piece notes Canada pressed for cash in private deals with friends but offered credit when selling to a government it does not recognize diplomatically. The author hopes the arrangement benefits Western wheat farmers and resolves the matter satisfactorily.
In loving memory of our dear husband and father William B Aitken Head who died May 3 1960. We think of him alone as grief remains a constant companion. Like ivy on a withered oak our love for him stays green and never fades Lovingly remembered by wife and family. Business opportunities attractive way to make money full or part time always your own boss 25 guaranteed products Montreal Familex Products Dept M 6 1600 Delorimier Montreal
Canada’s Labor Minister Michael Starr flew to Washington late in April to confer on matters related to labor policy. The trip, noted as continued on page 8, aims to discuss bilateral labor agreements and employment initiatives with U.S. officials.
Creditors must send all claims against the estate of Ivar Emmanuel Anderson late of Lac du Sonnet Manitoba and Great Falls Manitoba to 205 Bank of Nova Scotia Building Winnipeg 1 Manitoba on or before June 12 1961. Dated Winnipeg Manitoba May 5 1961. Matlin and Company Solicitors for the Executrix.
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