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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 16, 1947
Page
6
Manitoba district report notes Bissett points Canada and outside payments with totals and district representative filings. Office distribution details appear in the entry, indicating ongoing accounting and reimbursable advances.
Slump in holiday makers continues as the Johnson property changes hands. Fred Simmons seeks half the loss from tomato and vegetable theft. Volunteers dig a new well at the skating rink under Omer Le Vasseur and Ramsay McIntosh to secure flood water, while others cut cribbing. The Athletic Association adds a fence rest rooms and covered spectator space. Bob Guy sends greetings from Winnipeg.
Miss Ann Zubroniewich of Hamilton visits her grandparents the Zubroniewichs. Toronto couple Borecki and family holiday with R Borecki’s parents. Johnny Borecki of Emo visits from CN R. Wasy Chick relocates to Roblin for the future. Laaja family moves to Keewatin for winter. Armas Sukava of Winnipeg visits his father F Sukava. After 30 years in the district the Gustavs move to Dunville Ontario. M Dubecki heads to Sudbury for winter. W Chanway family visit M Chanway’s parents.
The Ladies Auxiliary of St Marys Church met September 9 at Mrs Brownell’s home with 28 members. Officers were re-elected by acclamation: President Mrs Brownell, Vice President Mrs Garrett, Sec Treas Mrs E D Anderson. A sale of work was planned for November 25 and Harvest Festival decorations were discussed. The City Hydro Old Timers Club visited Pointe du Bois September 6, delivering prizes and touring Slave Falls. The local school welcomed new principal Mr Mulligan of Stonewall and teacher Miss Ferguson of Dugald, with Miss Flatt remaining on primary staff. Mrs Gibbs of Vancouver visited at the Bricknells.
Brokenhead Municipality council seeks a Department of Public Works grant to gravel side roads. Ratepayers have raised funds to assist, with several miles already gravelled this year. Dencross-Libau road gains note as Eric Bauschke collected 1152 dollars to lay over 3800 yards of gyvel, making it one of the best in the municipality.
Holy Pickerel Gordon Alexander, a University of Manitoba science student, spent summers at Great Falls and caught an oversized pickerel measuring 29 inches long, 13% inches in girth, and weighing 7 pounds 14 ounces. Who can outdo this.
Work on Pointe road continues with engineers promising completion of the first coat this fall and second and third coatings to follow. Officials say the improved surface will make the avenue one of the district’s best in time.
James Balness of Brookfield has won the Roger Goulet scholarship from the Department of Education for Grade XI excellence. The award includes a monetary grant and a chance to study Grade XII at any province school, with Balness opting for correspondence under Principal Mr Bonneau. Congratulations from teachers and students.
Fred Magnusson of Great Falls bought a new pair of pants after searching for a needle in a town where none were available. His failed needle quest led to sagging suspenders and a change of plans during his travel to Rochester.
On September 8 a 340 pound bear was shot and killed in front of J. D. Kulik's garage in Elma. Residents report no interest in bear meat despite the animal's size as the event drew movie style action.
Residents of Whitemouth and district mourn the death of Fred Skogsberg conductor of the Minaki holiday special killed in the Dugald train collision. Sympathy is extended to Mrs Skogsberg and his sons. Mrs Skogsberg is a daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Alex Anderson of Whitemouth.
The Department of Mines and Natural Resources held a Saturday picnic at Natural Resources Lac du Bonnet with 88 to 90 guests touring the base aircraft hangar and workshops. The group later moved to the Anglican Church Boys Camp across the Winnipeg River for a corn boil. Weather was uncooperative but attendees reported a most enjoyable time.
Laurence Lee son of Mr and Mrs A W H Lee of Great Falls was selected as one of two University of Manitoba delegates to attend the Dominion wide Students Christian Movement conference at Camp Couchiching Ontario. Each university across Canada with an SCM group sends two delegates.
Mrs J Thornquist aged 67 died at St Boniface hospital on August 28 after moving to Lac du Bonnet in 1921 and living in Brookfield district most of the time. She was active in the Viking Lodge of the Vasa Order. Burial was at Riverland cemetery at 2.30 p.m. August 31 with Rev S Richardson officiating. Renshaw Funeral service handled arrangements.
Funeral service for Maria Stecyk 81 of Beausejour Manitoba was held at the Greek Catholic church. She died September 9 at home. Burial followed at the local cemetery with Russell Funeral Home in charge. Born in Ukraine she moved to Canada in 1897 settling in Brokenhead then Beausejour. Survived by five daughters in Winnipeg Pinewood Ontario California and two others in California nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
A curious object appeared in the northwest sky near LAC DU BONNET drifting northeast for about an hour. A 30 foot dirigible was found unmarked with no origin identified. Later reports say the balloon served as a marker at Gimli and broke free from its moorings.
Beausejour Women’s Institute held its first fall meeting at the Beausejour hotel on September 9 with Mrs. W. R. Bethel presiding. Members decided to sponsor a tag day for the Cancer Research fund on September 26 under Mrs. Hayes and Mrs. Abramson. Dr. Chown spoke on public health topics and guest speaker was introduced by Mrs. S. C. Henderson.
Mrs. P. Lalor toured the Okanagan Valley visiting Crescent Beach Summerland and Penticton then Vancouver Victoria and Sidney to see friends and the Smiths at El Rancho Minko. She met Mrs Lane in Grey Nuns hospital and traveled by Princess Kathleen returning via Seattle Yellowstone and Fargo collecting greetings from Pine Falls acquaintances.
Whitemouth residents gathered Monday evening to honor Dr. B. Steindel and his bride at the doctor’s home. A surprise wedding cake and welcome gifts sparked warm tributes as A. H. Cousins praised the groom’s recent exams and the couple thanked the community for their hospitality.
Mrs. Joe Quigley of Winnipeg spent a few days visiting her sister and brother in law Mr and Mrs M Wolanin of Beausejour last week.
Pearl Roy and Carl Frederick wed in a September ceremony at Pine Falls United Church. Rev J E Hunter officiated as autumnal decor graced the church. The reception for 100 followed at Chateau Hall with families and out of town guests from Morris Man. and Moosenorn Man present.
Virginia Morriseau and Alex Fontaine were married at 8 a.m. Tuesday in Fort Alexander with Rev. Father Bouchet officiating. Eva Fontaine attended the bride, Jimmy Fontaine served as best man, and a wedding breakfast followed. The couple will reside in Fort Alexander.
Miss Ann Stobodgen of Winnipeg marries M F Mikliechuk of Lac du Bonnet in a quiet Holy Trinity Church ceremony. The couple, joined by family and close friends, then held a reception at the old Sytnick farm home in Lac du Bonnet. Mike Mikliechuk is noted for town improvement work and village committee service.
Evelyn McIntosh eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Alex McIntosh Lac du Bonnet married David McKee at Walmer Road Baptist church in Toronto at 2 30 p m on Saturday September 13. Mrs McIntosh and daughter Mary attended the ceremony.
At 164 Branch meeting the Canadian Legion discussed a Memorial Building to honor the fallen. They urged amalgamating the Legion Athletic Association and curling rink needs with a covered skating rink, aiming to house all district sports in one facility. J. C. Whilman to survey committees and push a decision.
In Beausejour on September 10 the Brokenhead Agriculture Society held a baby contest amid wet fair weather. Carole Holowinski is praised for her 1st prize entry while cooks and bakers displayed resilient skill and rides like the ferris wheel wowed children. A late prize list will follow.
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