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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 17, 1964
Page
1
The notice requests readers to check their copy of The Leader for date numerals showing subscription due. It explains 12-8-64 as the due date August 12, 1864 and asks for remittance with the renewal form. Rates are listed: $3.09 for one year, $4.00 outside Canada, $5.00 for two years, $6.00 outside Canada.
Canadian scientists will drill 3000 to 3500 feet below West Hawk Lake in southeastern Manitoba near the Ontario border to test if the lake sits in a meteorite crater. The Dominion Observatory and Department of Mines with Manitoba officials will run the study, not a mining venture, with a $40000 contract to lower casing to the bed.
Mrs Margaret Konantz M P for Winnipeg South will address the Springfield Federal Liberal Association on Wednesday November 25 at 8 00 p m The annual meeting will be held in the Beausejour Town Hall where many items of interest will be heard Konantz sits on the House of Commons Flag Committee.
Terry Fitzsimmons spoke for students at a Lac du Bonnet Home and School panel on What is Wrong with our Education System. He blamed discipline gaps and teacher attitudes while urging incentives, better texts, and physical fitness reforms. The discussion also covered phonics, workbooks, merit ratings, and potential class segregation.
The Lac du Bonnet Home and School Association marked its 21st birthday on Tuesday November 10 honoring life member Mrs. R. Zeemel for her long standing and active support since the group began in 1943. A panel discussed What is wrong with the Education System while Christmas Concert planning and a Centennial Library project were also noted.
Lac du Bonnet Elementary held a Remembrance Day service on Wednesday November 11 with the National Anthem In Flanders Field and A Humble Woman recitals. The Drama club performed Why Wear a Poppy, J Kachur read the honour roll, two minutes of silence were observed and E Strick gave the closing prayer followed by God Save the Queen.
The Seven Sisters Hospital Guild hosted a successful Fun Fair on Friday November 13 attracting many attendees. Event highlights included novelty items, home baking and children's tables, a U of Lutheran church baking stand, kid friendly cartoons, a busy bingo hall, and a well used tea room. Winners of the guild raffle included Mrs Hobson Winnipeg frying pan Mr Paul Teiner cigarettes Mrs Wood Pinawa blanket Cathy Dorland children's game Gerald Kuhn two Corning ware pots Mrs R Mun cer fishing reel Mrs Meston cake plate Winnipeg won sheets April Morton salad bowl. The children's raffle also produced prizes for Janice Naismith a doll Stewart Muncer tanker Lester Rohrig gun Cheryl Hankey game Shelley Altstadt bake set G Cousins book. The guild president Mrs A Frantz praised the volunteers.
Gloria Tommila of Elma joins the 4-H sewing and home design clubs in Whitemouth due to few girls her age. She has participated in 4-H since age nine, earning many awards across Garden Club Potato Club and Sewing Club from 1960 to 1964, including Grand Champion titles and Blue Ribbon demonstrations at Dugald Champion and Red River Ex.
Gloria Tommila earns Red Ribbon in 1962 63 4 H year with demonstrations modelling and public speaking Blue Ribbon Group home design club 1963 64 Red Ribbon Project Book sent to Red River Ex placed Blue Ribbon Group she still tops her class at school and earns praise from her community
A Remembrance Day service held at the Collegiate Auditorium on November 11 began at 9:00 a.m. with the National Anthem and prayer by Father Frechette. Hymns followed, then a monologue by Mr. Hardy on Remembrance Day significance. two minutes of silence honored those who died for peace, concluding with a final prayer and “O Valiant Hearts.” A homecoming welcomed Michael Allan, recently absent after an operation, with a light aside about Mike’s return.
Mrs Stella Roscoe notes Mr Wm Roscoe attended a Winnipeg Hydro Welfare Appeals Association meeting on Tuesday October 27 at City Hall. Mrs Roscoe and Mrs Waisanen accompanied him. Also, Mrs A Niemi has returned home from Selkirk hospital and is wished a speedy recovery. Mrs L Seline remains a patient at Victoria General hospital awaiting return home. St Marys Anglican church girls choir held a fund draw for choir books. baby outfit won by Mrs Karklin and fruit cake by Mrs Neave. Teen canteen event continued on page six.
Victoria Beach notes confirm Mr. and Mrs. Tom Olafson were honoured at a Legion Hall event marking their 25th anniversary with a large turnout. Best man John Ateah spoke, gifts were presented by Bert Trainor and others, including silverware, a sundial clock, a crystal bowl, a mahogany table, a sugar bowl and pitcher, and $25.00.
The all electric Gold Medallion home of Roger Guzinski will be the first in Lac du Bonnet when it gets on display this weekend. Built by Beaver Lumber Co. as general contractors, it features up to date electrical wiring and heating installed by Urban Sales and Service. The display site is in the south subdivision three blocks south of Minne wawa Street on old P T H 11. Public viewings run 2 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on November 21, 22, 28 and 29, and December 5 and 6, with explanations of electrical features by Roger Guzinski or a suitable representative.
The Church of the Advent in Pine Falls held its annual parish supper on Monday November 9 a pot-luck dinner followed by a first class entertainment. Rev James W Whitford greeted attendees and speakers urged parish duty. A lively skit After the Parish Supper featured Danny O Connor Dr Jack Hanvey Pat Angers Don Dimmock Don Hills and Mrs Pat Thornton. The Girl's Auxiliary helped with hats coats and cleanup by Fort Alexander W A. Later the Flower Show and Sale announced Munroe Florists Winnipeg will return November 19 in the Parish Hall from 2 to 6 pm for last minute purchases.
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