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Newspaper
Springfield Leader
Location
Springfield, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 17, 1946
Page
1
Halifax health officials plan to vaccinate two hundred civic employees against influenza using a zinc-based vaccine supplied by the United States Army during the war.
Val d'Or Police Chief G. Girouard warns that noisy stag celebrations must be toned down and confined to a hall or hotel room. He calls for ending the practice of parading the groom through streets with a wagon or tied to a car, promising stricter enforcement in future weddings.
Jeanne d Arc Le May of Quebec City received a gold medal from Marcel Poignard batonnier of the Paris Bar after leading all competitors in the last civil law examinations of the Province of Quebec.
Coourg Ontario The Sentinel Star weekly has been sold to Foster Russell former editor and publisher of the Coldwater News. The Sentinel Star was owned by A R Alloway and Company of the Oshawa Times.
Fort Frances Ontario reports a six passenger Grumman Goose amphibian arriving for Royal Canadian Mounted Police border patrol work. Regina details: James Fawcett aged 74 and his 71 year old bride on their honeymoon, both blind, and speaking of a park bench proposal witnessed by a passerby.
Eight army drill halls at the Prince of Wales armories in Edmonton have been transferred by the federal government to the city for reconversion into 40 suites of emergency housing.
Calgary reports over 100 Ontario farm workers in southern Alberta with most of the province temporarily supplied for harvest. Prince Rupert and the Queen Charlotte Islands trappers urge propagation of the busy thrifty little squirrel for reforestation. Vancouver sees the Fisher Men's Co Operative plan a modern $150 000 cold storage plant.
Whitehorse businessman Bill Rowlings built a thriving trade supplying fresh tomatoes in the Yukon. He recently located a hot spring near the Arctic Circle and uses the mineral water to heat three hot houses, extending his growing season.
Minnie Switek died at 80 in Beausejour at her daughter Mrs Walter Kost's home. Funeral at Beausejour Lutheran Church on September 13, burial in St Marys cemetery. Survived by two sons Mike and Frank, three daughters, twelve grandchildren and a great grandchild. Burial arrangements by Russell Funeral Home. Born in Poland 80 years ago, came to Canada with husband Fred in 1896 settling in Ladywood district.
Edward Henry Marynewich aged 22 died in Vancouver British Columbia on September 18. Born in Warsaw Poland he came to Canada early and lived in Beausejour with his parents before enlisting in the war. A veteran of the Italian campaign he resided with his sister Mrs M Hirshen Jr in Vancouver. He had been in military hospital off and on since discharge a year ago. Funeral service held at St Marys Roman Catholic church Beausejour on September 13 with Rev J Gurka officiating. Burial in Beausejour RC cemetery. Renshaw Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
WINNIPEG September 16 military authorities announce the Pacific Star will be awarded to all Canadian personnel who served in the Pacific Theatre including the Hong Kong Grenadiers. Winnipeg Grenadiers now entitled to wear the star regardless of rank or decoration between the 39 45 Star and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal. The award commemorates their battles and imprisonment.
National Defence Headquarters announced plans for the Army transition from war to peace time status with 1 October as a tentative date. Interim Force personnel would be struck off strength and re-attested in the Canadian Army Active Force, with new pay rates likely taking effect then. A second note suggests converting 80 acres south of Kentville hospital into a community forest to fund Memorial Park through revenue.
Beausejour and Brokenhead residents plan a monster meeting at Beausejour Town Hall on September 20 with a picture show concert and a free dance to inaugurate the Beausejour Brokenhead War Memorial Committee. Children under 15 must be accompanied by a parent for seating. Cash grants are pledged by local groups and will be presented during the event. Doors open 7 30 p m and meeting starts 8 p m.
The Lac du Bonnet R M faced quorum issues with only Reeve Wojciechowski Councillor Arsenault and secretary treasurer Teare present. Bilan attended ill to approve accounts and passage of drainage expenditures totaling thousands, plus numerous municipal payments. Local and regional notices follow, advocating character and responsible citizenship.
Local social notes report Mr and Mrs Cinq Mars and Ronnie returning from a Norway House trip with tales of scenery and seasickness. Other travelers include Mr and Mrs E Holmes from Toronto and the Northern States, and Mrs J C Kearns visiting Winnipeg.community club hosts a Whist Drive for Mr and Mrs Fraser as he heads back to college while Mrs Fraser receives well wishes. News mentions Canadian apple export projections boosting hope for BC and Okanagan growers. Several visits to Kenora and Winnipeg are recorded, including a party for Mrs M Eversons mother turning 80.
The Canadian Press notes a large whale has washed ashore at Flour Cove Central Grove Long Island while local papers suggest progress toward women on town councils. The Digby Courier mentions a strong smell. The Pictou Advocate endorses female participation in local government and urges a willing candidate.
Co-operatives have saved their patrons thousands of dollars and grown in popularity during the war years, showing strong appreciation for the services these organizations provide to members. Lachute Watchman reports continued patron support and economic benefits from cooperative societies.
Citizens call on government officials to personally traverse the Alaska Highway, urging firsthand experience of its conditions and challenges before making further judgments or decisions.
A worn-out American GI covered in mud trudges into an RAAF camp in a New Guinea forward area. An LAC asks if he has been bogged. He answers with sarcasm that his jeep lost altitude in a swamp.
Lac du Bonnet residents greet visitors and news as area activities include the first automatic coal stoker installation by Mrs. Clancy, a new half ton International Truck, and several travels. Local crops improved after June rains, school progress, staff changes, and upcoming duck season storage plans are noted along with fall weather.
A Westminster Church ceremony in Winnipeg united Martha Peterson daughter of Ed Peterson and Everett Jones of Winnipeg. Clara Peterson served as bridesmaid and the groom’s brother as best man. A Marlborough Hotel reception preceded a trip to Lac du Bonnet and Bird River districts. The couple will reside in Winnipeg with local guests Mrs. Arthur Rosenberg and Mrs. A Dancyt among them.
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