15 Oct 1946
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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 15, 1946
Page
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In Cochrane Ontario a tall man used a step ladder to reach a hollyhock towering 10 feet high, a measurement captured by cameras as spectators watched and locals claimed a district record.
Stanley McLachlan found a 600-lb steer missing from his field after a hole was cut in the fence and corn stalks marked a struggle. Signs pointed to the animal being loaded onto a truck in the morning.
The Calgary public school board recommended returning to school bags to protect board-issued textbooks. Teacher-adviser Mss H. B. Tillotson quipped that if bags were fashionable students would use them.
The first Young People’s Club meeting was held in the Community Hall on Sunday October 6. After elections the new executive took office unanimously and the club will affiliate with the United Church. A social followed with a farewell to Eileen Harrisson and welcomes to new members.
Survey notes 8 of 10 would buy bonds again. Dominion backing, 2 percent annual interest, price 100 percent. Holders up to 2000 dollars. Redeemable at 100 percent plus interest any time at any chartered bank branch with ID. Monthly-interest, non-callable, non-transferable. Denominations 50 100 500 1000. Available October 15 through banks dealers stock brokers trusts or payroll plans. Books may close November 2.
The Pine Falls United Church held a capacity induction service for Rev. J. E. Hunter led by Rev. Frame with Dr. Crossley Hunter and Rev. W. E. McDonald. The ceremony featured hymns, scripture from Matthew, a sermon on fools for Christ, and a blessing. A reception followed with tributes to the pastor and his wife and a social hour with refreshments.
Georgeline David daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter David of Crescent Bay district married Philip Smerchansky in Notre Dame Church Lac du Bonnet on Saturday October 5. Father Baudet presided with Agnes David matron of honor and Thomas Smerchansky best man. A noon dinner followed at the bride’s home and a Winnipeg reception at the Royal Alexandra hotel. After a northern honeymoon the couple will reside at Lingman Lake where Smerchansky is involved in mining properties.
On Saturday October 5 at 11 am Barbara Nikodem daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm Nikodem of Brokenhead married Eugene Buhay eldest son of Mrs Margaret Buhay of Allegra at the Greek Catholic Church in Beausejour Rev J Carmylo officiated. The couple will reside in Allegra.
Martha Freda Brenet of Beausejour married Joseph Alexander Moar of Cloverdale on October 5 at United Church manse Selkirk Manitoba. Rev B M Thackery presided. Attendant Violet Brendt and best man Gordon Moar. Couple plans to reside in Selkirk after a Hudson Ontario trip.
Annette Nault eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Philibert Nault wed W E Tucker of Point du Bois Manitoba in a Lac du Bonnet ceremony. A reception followed at the bride’s parents home in Great Falls before the couple began their new life together.
Valerie Manchester reports from Beauscjous that despite a poor harvest season a carload of apples was sold out in two days. A convoy of cars trucks wagons and other means transported apples in varied containers as buyers snapped up the fruit.
The Pimawa School Short Circuit is published by P nawa school children with Shirley Byman as editor and a team including Alvin Tyndall, Margaret Leith, Joan Nelson, and David Packer as reporters. Staff also covers sport and comic strips, proof reading, art, and nature stories.
Frances Winnicki died suddenly at home in Beausejour on Sunday October 6 in her 65th year. Born in Poland she came to the United States in 1900 settling in Pittsburgh then moved with family to near Beausejour before returning to town. Survived by two sons William Frank and two daughters Mary Ann eight grandchildren. Funeral at St Marys Beausejour October 9 at 10 a.m. Rev Jaworski officiating with burial in St Marys cemetery Renshaw Funeral Home in charge.
Ulric Coulombe 52 died of a heart attack at work in the Pine Falls mill, found by a fellow employee in the blow pits. Born in Quebec he previously ran a St. George store from 1941 to 1943, arrived at the mill June 28, now survived by his wife and ten children. Funeral at St. Theresa's Pine Falls on Saturday at 10. Burial in Pine Falls cemetery. The community conveys condolences to Mrs. Coulombe and family.
J L Comer of Pointe du Bois mourns wife Mabel who died Wednesday October 9 at home. Funeral service and burial sent to Pelly Saskatchewan. Survived by husband Len and two year old son Jack.
The Pointe du Bois Community Club held its annual meeting on Monday October 2 with 28 members present. President J X Boyd absent A J More chaired. S F Long elected president for the year. committees chosen including Library C Spirivo Hallowe en Party W A Lodge Christmas tree S F Long New Year s Dance P Martin. By laws revision committee named E J Hawkes A L More and S B Long.
Victor Simpson 18, son of Mr and Mrs John Simpson, died in an accidental shooting near Rice Lake while duck hunting. His body was found on an island by a local searcher. RCMP and Coroner Dr I W Sneath declared the death accidental. Funeral at St Marys Church Oct 11. Burial Lac du Bonnet. Community extends sympathy to the family.
Beausejour Memorial Committee plans a fundraising drive after reporting $2264.74 collected. W W Childe will manage the campaign, with a winter program and school children participation. A prize drawing for a proposed Recreation Centre will be announced. rink relocation was deemed impractical.
BEAUSEJOUR October meeting opened in the town hall with chair B Warkentin, discussing the new basic readers and curriculum. Miss Blaker showcased materials while Mrs Segall urged examination based exploration in science. Mr Schultz noted time savings from grade blending in small schools. E Carmichael of the University Radio Forum urged community groups for adult education and CKY broadcasts. The convention continues with talks on English standards, library importance, and a film on racial prejudice.
The Springfield Leader reminds readers that the expiry date appears on the address label. Renew within 30 days to avoid discontinuation and ensure a one year term from the expiry date. Send $2.00 to a District Representative or at the paper with the torn label for proper recording. Receipts should be kept.
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