Delayed seeding vs late seeding for wild oats control
Manitoba agriculture experts explain delayed seeding as early cultivation to trigger germination followed by a second pass before sowing, reducing wild oats by up to 75 percent, unlike late seeding which waits into spring. The piece also promotes the 1960 Weed Essay Competition for Manitoba youth and notes malting barley production guidance from agronomists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. QO. Forbes
Manitoba Department of Culture
Forbes
Manitoba
Manitoba Department of Agriculture and Conservation
Whitemouth notes and social updates from the community
Whitemouth society items report visits by Mrs Milbrandt and family in Seven Sisters and hospital confinement, sympathy to the Bartly family on infant loss, Gail Henderson vacation in Edmonton, Jim Thomson in Winnipeg for pleasure and business. Local visits include Swindell and Malkoske party to Winnipeg to meet ministers, Klepatz operation recovery, Betula Camp summer residential trip, Darrell McLean birthday May 2, California trip by Walleg ham, Paulsen and Paulsen during Klepatz Helbrecht wedding, Evelyn Lehman visit, and the Aitkenhead golden wedding anniversary. A Whitemouth hospital guild meeting was hosted by president Mrs Alex.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Aitkenhead
Aitkenheads
Fear and Hope in the Atomic Age Foretold
The piece contrasts ancient cave dwellers with modern humanity facing universal danger from nuclear arms. It cites a Nobel laureate predicting global destruction within ten years, hydrogen bombs potentially killing half of Canada’s population, and the grim prospect of a radioactive, uninhabitable globe. It argues the futility of escape or denial and notes humanity’s enduring mix of fear and hope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Faith and flags shape Canada in anxious times
A reflection on fear and faith amid nuclear threats, arguing faith strengthens resolve. The piece surveys Canada’s flag debate, noting many designs submitted and public polls, but concludes Ottawa will likely choose a flag without broad consensus. It ends with a meditation on London hosting interconnected international events and Canada’s place on the world stage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Ottawa
Safe home tips and small life safety notes
A fragmented list of home safety tips appears in crude form. It urges using proper utensils, avoiding sharp knives with flatware, covering hot surfaces with lids or towels, and cautions about handling objects safely. It mentions routines like baby safety and home economy basics.
Hill dinner planned as summer meetings end
A dinner will be held with guild members attending while summer months bring no meetings. Ross United Church plans a nice supper on the 4. R. B. Latta of Winnipeg has been confined to Deer Lodge hospital for two weeks. Anglican W A met at Mrs. Harry Nelson’s home last Wednesday. Mrs. Wm. Kirby reports a student minister will lead church services in summer. Mr. Wm. Airkendhead is very ill and in St Boniface hospital. Court Whitemouth Canadian Order of Foresters organize a fundraiser canvass for the Canadian Cancer Society in Whitemouth Elma and Rennie districts. Residents urged to contribute as canvassers call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. B. Latta
Winnipeg
Deer Lodge Hospital
W. A
Harry Nelson
Wm. Kirby
Court
Whitemouth
Canadian Order of Foresters
Cavan
Canadian Cancer Society
Elma
Rennie
Hoc Ae
Canada
Milbrandt 100th birthday honored in Whitemouth tribute
Whitemouth centarian Milbrandt died aged 100 with burial in St. Pauls Cemetery Oldenburg Man. He came to Canada in 1894 from Germany and lived mostly in Whitemouth district. Survived by three sons Edward Vancouver William Julius Whitemouth two daughters Matilda Beeshaw Vancouver Augusta Hunter Whitemouth. many grandchildren great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements were by Rus sell Funeral Home Beausejour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul's
Oldenburg
Man
Russell
Beausejour
Mr. Milbrandt
Germany
Canada
Winnipeg
Whitemouth
Wie
Emile
Milbrandt
St. Paul's Church
Edward
Vancouver
William
Julius
Matilda Beeshaw
Augusta Hunter
Estate of Lawrence Dowhan Trustees Act Notice
Under the Trustee Act the estate of Lawrence Walter Dowhan of Beausejour Manitoba seeks verified claims. Claims must be filed with the executor’s solicitor Joseph Bellan at Beausejour office by June 18, 1960.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Walter Dowhan
Beausejour
Manitoba
Mannee
Joseph Bellan
Q.C
Michael Dowhan
Whitemouth District Names and Settlers Mentioned
Fragmentary notes list individuals including Thomas Chilliwack Dee William Hwack and BS of Winnipeg along with two daughters Iene peer ro Frank England and ose Mery Con a Roam Ont. Item continues on Page 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitemouth
Thomas, Chilliwack
Dee William
Hwack
Winnipeg
Iene Peer Ro
Frank
England
Ose Mery
Also Mentioned on This Page
Figfield
Fiat
Wispaper
Springeld Leader Limited
Lac du Bonnet
Lester Whitemouth
T. G. Erskine
Member
Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association
Audit Bureau OF Circulations
Farm News
North Central
Weed Control Conference
Prairie Provinces
Collrge
Extension Service
Department of Agriculture
National Grain Company
Bonnie MacDonald
Cartwright
Jill Tufford
Portage la Prairie
Wesley Berg
Altona
Red River
Mrs. W. Erskine
Wm. Milbrandt
Emma and
Charlie
Seven Sisters
Harvey Bartly
Gail Henderson
Edmonon
Jim Thomson
Swindell
Tighter
Ed Malkoske
Wm. McLean
Alex Hill
Julius Bencharski
Mrs. W. J. Smith
Betula Camp
Darrell
Tommy Wallegham
California
Paul Paulsen
John Paulsen
Klepatz-Helbrecht
Evelyn Lehman
Paren
London
Commonwealth
The
Old City
Thames
Pontiac
Spud
Bonner Avenue
Birds Hill Friene
Springfield
Springfield Leader
FORD
Ly Ednam
Craig
Ross United Church
Wm. Airkendhead
St. Boniface Hospital
Whitemouth Centarian
William B. Aitkenhead
Familex Dept
Delorimier
Montreal
Timothy
Dakota
Lavoie Motors
Ldb
Bisses
O. Noel
Harry Holyk
H. Alpers & Son
Eglinton Ave
Toronto
Ontario
Russell Funeral Home and Ambulance Service
Beausejour, Man
Harold C. Davidow
Wanes Tone
Dr. Davidson and Associates
Somerset
Nentist
A. T. Tuer
McGill “U
Dr. J
River Avenue Medical
Kensington
Portage Ave
A. H. Basman Optometrist
Manitoba Land Surveyor
Weselak
Beausejour, Manitoba
Gank
Nova Scotia
Dubienski
Lac du Ba Man
Confederation Life
Winnipeg, Man
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