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Springfield Leader

Location

Springfield, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Sep 20, 1949

Page

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Circulation figures for towns and ads listing

A list shows circulation totals for communities including Tyndall Ladywood Whitemouth Elma Seven Sisters Du Bois Pina Great Falls Pine Falls in Manitoba Canada and outside totals 1035 advertisers office distribution 1238 and editorial notes.

Tyndall Ladywood Whitemouth ELMA Seven Sisters E DU Bois Great Falls Pine Falls Manitoba Canada S. Office

C O F Parade At Whitemouth

The annual Canadian Order of Foresters parade at Whitemouth was held Sunday at 11 am with 26 Foresters meeting at the lodge room and marching to Whitemouth United church. Chief Ranger A H Cousins led the procession. service was by student minister A Mac Cuaig and scripture read by acting chaplain Ed Hill.

Large house warming hosted for Jurevichs guests

About a hundred friends gathered Sunday September 11 to welcome Mr and Mrs Steve Jurevich to their new home. The couple received a silver cabinet as a gift. Various locals and visitors are noted including Miss D Mitchell staying in Winnipeg and the Turner family planning a Calgary trip for their son Charles September 19.

Steve Jurevich

Brokenhead High School Aids European Students

Brokenhead High School coordinated a Canada led relief effort sending 20 000 classroom supply boxes via UNESCO to Austria Belgium Ethiopia France Germany Greece Italy Malta Netherlands Poland and D P Camps. The project included Canadian made notebooks pencils ink and teaching materials stamped From the Children of Canada alongside Canada pictures and artwork.

Europe T. Kozyra Brokenhead High School Canadian Council For Reconstruction Unesco Ottawa Canadian Teachers’ Federation The Canadian Education Association Canadian Federation of Home and School Austria Belgium Ethiopia France Germany Greece Italy Malta Netherlands Poland D.P. Camps Canada National Gallery Children of Canada Montreal

Hospital Guild Holds Meeting at Whitemouth

The Whitemouth Hospital Guild held its regular meeting in the club rooms on Thursday September 15. Ten new members received membership cards. Reports were read on the General Aid meeting and four project groups. A donation was received from Mrs Barkman and Mrs Derkson. Officers were finalized as required. Plans for a fowl supper and bazaar were discussed as committees were appointed. The group will reconvene on Tuesday October 11 at 8 o'clock.

Whitemouth Hospital

Manitoba Power Commission extends service to five villages

W. D. F. Pallis, general manager of The Manitoba Power Commission, announced August power extends to Lake Francis Oak Point St. Laurent Lundar and Eriksdale via a 33 000 volt line from Stonewall to Eriksdale. Power purchased and generated in August rose 37.92 percent to 17 300 226 kilowatt hours. Transmission lines electrified farm areas in Turtle Mountain Harrison Saskatchewan Blanchard Sifton Whitemouth Richot and MacDonald rural municipalities.

W. D. F Pallis Manitoba Power Commission Lake Francis Oak Point St. Laurent Lundar Eriksdale Stonewall Fallis Turtle Mountain Harrison Saskatchewan Blanchard Sifton Whitemouth Richot MacDonald

Arctic Defence Probe Begins With Joint Chiefs Visit

The U S joint chiefs of staff opened a military inspection of Alaska and the Arctic on September 6 in the first photo under the new national security organization General Omar N Bradley chairs the group and points out the next step on a globe Left to right Gen J Lawton Collins army chief Gen Louis E Denfeld navy chief who cannot join the trip General Bradley and General Hoyt S Vanderberg air force chief The new body will advise the president secretary of defence and the national security council on North American defence matters.

U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff Alaska Arctic Joint Chiefs of Staff National Security Organization Omar N. Bradley J. Lawton

Rural Electrification Drive Expands Across Manitoba Communities

Mr. Fallis announced all contracts secured from farmers in 42 areas and residents of 25 villages set to receive electric service under the 1950 rural electrification program. Transformer changes were completed at substations including Minto and Killarney, with distribution upgrades at Portage la Prairie and Melita to improve Hydro service.

Minto Rosedale Odanah Stanley Springfield Richot Hanover Killarney Newdale Melita Gladstone Clear Lake Portage la Prairie

British Trade Week Declared in Manitoba Province

Premier Campbell announced British Trade Week for the 26 to October 1 period to boost trade with the United Kingdom. He cited UK imports from Canada and urged stores to highlight British goods while Chambers of Commerce promote public appreciation of trade links.

Manitoba D. L. Campbell Chambers of Commerce Canada United Kingdom Mr. Campbell J. S. McDiarmid Industry and Commerce McDiarmid

Silence Emphasized by Swiss Guides on Dangerous Ice

Swiss guides stress silence in treacherous ice areas to prevent disturbing masses of snow and ice. They warn that noise can loosen sections, increasing avalanche risk for climbers and hikers traversing high alpine routes.

Fire Destroys Moss Plant At Shelley Man

A fire at the Moss plant near Shelley was detected about 2 30 a m on Saturday. Forest rangers Sveinn Sveinson and Jack Inkster helped crews with pumps and stopped the spread, bringing it under control by night. Estimated damage ranges from 6000 to 10000 dollars.

Shelley Man Moss Shelley C.P.R

Shower Held at Pointe du Bois for Mrs. Norman Byman

A miscellaneous shower in Pointe du Bois Community hall honored Mrs. Norman Byman on Tuesday September 6. Guests numbered 76 and included winners Mrs. Sutton from Winnipeg, Mrs. Livo, and Mrs. K Ketola. Corsages were given to the bride and relatives, whist followed a decorated gift basket, pink and white streamers, a miniature bride centerpiece, and a lunch. Best wishes were extended to the couple.

Pointe du Bois Norman Byman Square Sutton Winnipeg Livo K. Ketola Byman

Have You Renewed Your Subscription Please Renew

Message asks for renewal with enclosed $2.00 for one year. Please process request and confirm terms.

Beausejour Couple Weds In Trinity Lutheran Ceremony

Ruth Dorothy Perry and Edward Gordon Kaatz unite in marriage September 10 at Trinity Lutheran church. Rev. K Wulf officiated with E Oswald on music and H Nemish singing. Matron of honor was Mrs A Hanson. bridesmaids included Dorothy Perry Ruth Kaatz and Gertrude Slippert. Edward Englet was best man. ushers Harold Kaatz Kenneth Batenchuk and Jim Pulfer. The bride wore white satin with lace yoke and full train. veil with Queen Anne lace headpiece. They left for a Kenora wedding trip and will reside in Beausejour Illinois. Additional relatives and extensive family listings noted.

Ruth Dorothy E. Perry Edward Gordon Kaatz H. Kaatz Beausejour Trinity Lutheran Church Rev K. Wulf E. Oswald H. Nemish A. Hanson Dorothy Perry Ruth Kaatz Gertrude Slippert Edward Englet Harold Kaatz Kenneth Batenchuk Jim Pulfer Marlborough

Funeral services for Mrs. Maria Coss at St Therese church

Mrs. Maria Coss aged 37 died recently. Funeral services were held at St. Therese Catholic church Pine Falls at 10 am Tuesday September 13. Rev Bie licki officiated with Russell funeral home Beausejour in charge of arrangements. Surviving are five children.

M. Coss St. Therese’s Catholic Church Pine Falls Bielicki Russell Funeral Home Beausejour

Funeral for Alex Prytulak Held in Elma Church

Funeral services for Alex Prytulak 80 who died at St Boniface hospital on September 8 were held Sunday in the Greek Catholic church at Elma with burial in the local cemetery. A B Gardiner's Funeral Home handled arrangements. Born in Austria he settled on a farm near Elma about 20 years ago. Surviving are five sons William of Chi-

Alex Prytulak St. Boniface Hospital Elma A. B. Gardiner Austria Prytulak William of Chi

Golembioski Wins Diamond Ring Prize in Bridal Knot Contest

J P Golembioski of Lady Man won the Diamond Ring prize in the Bridal Knot contest sponsored by Lewis Jewellers Beausejour. The entry closed September 15 and the winner was the guess closest to the ring's serial number.

J. P. Golembioski Lady Man Lewis Jewellers Beausejour Golembioski

Hiking Weather Warns September Offers Prime Walk Time

The article touts September as ideal for hiking with clear cool evenings perfect for healthful walks. It notes walking as a prime moderate exercise and advises consulting a family doctor to tailor exercise to individual needs.

Canada

Smiling Stan Leonard Captures Western Open Title

Stan Leonard of Vancouver won the Western Open after a strong 269 score over 72 holes at Mayfair Golf and Country Club in Edmonton. The victory marked his seventh Alberta Open win and first Western Open triumph after a 20 year revival of the event with a $600 prize.

Stan Leonard Vancouver Mayfair Golf and Country Velub Edmonton Stan

Bridge Built by Army Engineers Blooms in Quick 26 Hours

Canadian Army Engineers from Ottawa and North Bay completed a bridge in just 26 hours. The rapid construction showcased disciplined teamwork and efficient mobilization to support local infrastructure needs.

ARMY Ottawa North Bay Erec

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C.O.F D. Mitchell Mrs. H. Singleton Carman Mrs. Singleton Mrs. P. Rumak C. E. Turner A. Englet Bert Cassin Hebert, Sask Charles Calgary Arsene Gretsinger Caroline Duma Glenfields Fred Rumak Valerie Manchester Bill Cor Hospital Guild M.P.C Alphonse Schmidt Mildmay Norman Schmidt C.N.E Peninsula Island Provincial Library Legislative Man Ringfield Keee St. James Audit Bureau of Circulations Kaatz — Perry Cage Ill U.S.A Mike Port Arthur Ont Sam John Fort William Nick Toronto M. Frank Fort Frances S. Holomego Galt Bituaries Mrs Maria Coss Alex .Prytulak Petawawa River Algonquin Park Petawawa Des Joachim Haliburton Hydro Electric Power Commission
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