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PHOTO BY DESTINY MAKI

Petric performed at the Roxy Theatre in Neepawa on Oct. 28 as part of their Turn the Night Up Tour. The trio consists of brothers, Tom (centre) and Jason Petric (right), and their longtime friend, Jordan Day (left). Also touring with them are Jason Kirkness and Jerry Sereda–two other Manitoban country artists. Additional

Petric, Jason Kirkness and Jerry Sereda tour Manitoba

Greetings from the Breakfast Club

Davidson road repairs now complete

Long awaited repaving of the 200 block of Davidson Street in Neepawa was completed on Tuesday, Nov. 1. This section of Davidson was dug up in September of last year in order to install expanded water and sewer lines to handle the increased capacity required for the area. The paving of the road could not be completed last year, however, before the arrival of winter, so it was simply levelled off before the end of October. The paving and repair work had an estimated cost back in 2021 of $158,785.

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Neepawa’s Breakfast Club has returned. The volunteer run hockey skills program hit the ice on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at the Yellowhead Centre. It provides youth, between the ages of five to 15 years, a chance to improve their hockey skills and also enjoy a healthy breakfast before heading off to school. The program is free and runs from November to February, every Wednesday morning, starting at around 7:00 am. Donations to help cover the program’s food costs are welcome.

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Viterra Men’s Provincial Curling Championship February 7th-12th, 2023 The Yellowhead Centre, Neepawa, MB.

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Volunteers

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Debra Kasprick

The

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Town of Neepawa

Brian Hedley (Acclaimed)

Mayor Council (At Large)

Darryl Gerrard 601 votes

Murray Parrot 597 votes

Jason Nadeau 572 votes

Yvonne Sisley (Doble) 561 votes

Lisa Pottinger 544 votes

Marijka Kostenchuk 472 votes

Additional Candidates

Mary Ann Marquez-Hunstad 411 votes

Brian Elgert 366 votes

Dean Dietrich 346 votes

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

The new council for the Town of Neepawa was sworn in on Tuesday, Nov. 1. The new Town Council consists of (from left to right): Yvonne Sisley, Darryl Gerrard, Jason Nadeau, Mayor Brian Hedley, Murray Parrott, Marijka Kostenchuk and Lisa Pottinger. Additional election results from across the Neepawa Banner & Press readeship area can be found on page A9.

By Chad Carpenter Tundra

Some basic facts about newspapers

Dozens of times per week we get various press releases. They are important in the newspaper industry. By way of press releases, we find out what govern ments are up to, what organizations have planned for programs or meet ings, what local events might be hap pening and a whole host of other items.

The problem is a newspaper can’t live on printing press releases. A newspaper needs ads to survive. And surviving isn’t enough, a busi ness needs to thrive, to pay the print bill, distiribution costs and oh, yes, the staff.

Due to lack of advertising, Mani toba has lost around 20 newspapers over recent years. Sad, but true. So where has some of the advertis ing gone?

A few years ago, some bright souls in government (and many government agencies) decided they could save a lot of money by putting information on the internet and social media.

It only works when the particular social media has a large number of subscribers in the target area. Un fortunately, it doesn’t serve much purpose if the event is in a local Manitoba town and there are few local subscribers seeing it. That’s the problem with social media, millions of out of area viewers don’t do you much good if it’s a local event or mes sage. Social media is like cable TV, there are so many choices that it is difficult to know where to advertise. If it’s a local event, you have to advertise locally. Local may mean your home town, your region or your province. Regardless, you have to advertise to a target market.

It’s pretty galling to newspaper

Right in the Centre

Ken Waddell

people that governments and compan ies spend great gobs of cash on social media and the money goes out of town, the province and even the country. It’s close to criminal that governments take our tax dollars and send them to California for ads on websites and social media.

So that brings us back to press re leases. When they come from govern ment (or political parties), we pretty much ignore them and I have made it very clear to the appropriate agencies. Governments have a moral obligation to tell taxpayers what they are doing or promoting. That said, newspapers have no moral obligation to publish their stuff for free.

The same goes for companies and organizations. They want customers to join their group or to buy their products as the case may be. Again, newspapers are not obligated to pub lish their stuff for free. As a side note, it’s always interesting to find that many businesses can provide certain products or services but people don’t even know about them.

With consideration of local groups and organizations, newspapers are generally a little more open to local press releases. Many newspapers, such as this one, are free disturibution

papers. Their only income is advertis ing. It’s important that newspapers get local press releases about local events from yard sales to concerts. As noted near the beginning of the column, newspapers can’t live on press releases. Local groups need to work with their local paper. For example, the earlier you get the press release and ads to their paper, the better. One ad is good, two or three are better. Just think how many times a day or week that TV ads run. It’s because repetition is effective. Annoying perhaps, but effective. Lo cal organizations can often leverage a deal with a newspaper.

By now, I have probably bored everyone but the message is simple. Manitoba probably had 100 local newspapers at one time and there are only about 35 left. Businesses, organizations and governments all need newspapers because they are still effective carriers of information. Local communities need the newspapers for the same reason. Just ask the com munities who lost theirs.

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this column are the writer’s personal views and are not to be taken as being the view of the Banner & Press staff.

Homebodies

Rita Friesen

Perspectives Remember when…

Itwas a game we played in the car, sometimes heading west for a few days in the mountains, most often on the frequent two hour drive to southern Manitoba for a family gathering. We didn’t have hand held entertain ment devices, cell phones, or in-car movies. We did have sing-alongs; My Grandfather’s Clock and campfire songs were the favourite, with ‘Home on the Range’ calling for more harmony. We did have car trip games; the licence plate collection, highway sights bingo, too much I Spy and, my favourite, who could be quiet the longest! Just kidding, but it is a game we did play. It was the story telling and the “remember whens” that helped the hours slide by.

By the time the grandchildren came along, some of the stories were ‘a long time ago’, and that would be a tale of their parent’s escapades. ‘A long, long, time ago would be sharing a gentle life lesson from my life (and if you buy that…), but the stories most in demand were ‘a long, long, long time ago,’ their grandpa, my husband. Without fail I would start one of his stories off with an element of truth, and then without fail, Ed took up the story himself. My plan all along. Everyone in the car wanted the tale about the bullies that harassed him every day on the walk home from their school in southern Saskatchewan. It was a daily ritual, three lads, led by one, would pummel and tussle Ed to the ground. He was smaller than them, he had freckles enough to earn the nickname ‘turkey egg,’ and his father was a progressive farmer, in favour of education and a minority political party. Then came a day, after the dusting, that Ed picked up a stone, aimed it at the head of the ringleader a few paces ahead. Here he would pause, building suspense, then go on to demonstrate how that stone looked like it was going to miss, curved and found the mark. That resulted in another skirmish, and again, after the dust settled and the aggressors were swaggering ahead, Ed repeated the entire process, right down to the near miss and final thunk. He received one more licking, noting that the boys lacked some enthusiasm by then, and after that he walked to school in peace and quiet. His own David and Goliath story.

Both generations, kids and grands, loved when I re counted scaling out of the second floor window of the school I attended. It was a perfect early summer day, the creek was calling, my work was done and I had been refused dismissal. There was a window in the cloak hall way that granted me my freedom. And I was back by bus time. Nothing noble or honourable, simply human. Different side of mom/grandma. And there are stories they will never hear!

Incidents from my children’s lives allowed their children to see their parents as human as well. One who killed a crowing rooster with a well aimed nut (toughest bird we ever ate!), one who camped out in the back yard for most of a summer with the dictionary...remember when...a game I still play.

Perspectives

Twelve MVLs, Part 10

As we left school on the last day before our 1968 Christ mas holiday, my classmates and I did so, not knowing when (or if) we would re turn. Two weeks earlier, the teachers in our school division had announced that they intended to go on strike effective January 1, 1969. Contract negotia tions had been going on for several weeks and the two sides were no closer to a settlement than they had been when negotiations began.

On the Monday of our last week before the holiday, one of my classmates asked our Principal if he planned to go on strike with the rest of our teachers. His answer was a quiet “Yes.” When we asked him why he would do this, especially when we were so close to our January departmental exams, he had nothing to say.

As I reflect on those events today, my admira tion for our Principal soars to an all time high. He re fused to involve his students in an issue that was between the teachers and the local school board. His response

Faithfully Yours

Neil Strohschein

revealed that he under stood, better than anyone, the real danger our class faced from a prolonged strike. The dates for our January final exams had already been set. We did not want to lose a month of class time this close to finals. And we were all wondering how (or if) we’d be able to write those exams if the strike extended into February and no teachers were available to invigilate them.

Thankfully, a contract agreement was reached quickly and classes re sumed the third Monday in January. But roughly one third of my classmates were missing. They had been transferred to schools in a neighboring division; where they would complete their Grade 12 year. This proved to be a blessing in disguise. Significantly

Thumbs up, thumbs down

Thumbs down to the physician that stated weight control is not a medical problem. No time to sign a TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) goal slip. Obes ity causes heart, respiratory, diabetes, cancer, even depression. Are these not medical problems?

Obesity is increasing among children poor diets and lack of physical activity are the causes. Members consult with their physician to set a weight goal. With the support of their physician and the group, they work toward their goals. All we ask is a simple doc prescription slip signed.

This month, I reach 20 years of maintaining my goal. Thanks to the physicians that have supported our members.

Bernice Baker

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smaller classes enabled our teachers to spend more time in one-on-one instruction. And we learned how to sup port, encourage and coach each other as we prepared for our finals. As a result, many of our final marks were higher than they otherwise might have been.

This experience taught me the tenth Most Valuable Lesson I learned in public school: “Be prepared to adapt and adjust to un expected changes in life.”

A teachers’ strike in the last month of our first semester of Grade 12 was something none of us expected. But it happened. We had to deal with it; and in our own way, every one of us did.

At that time, we had no way of knowing what addi tional challenges lay ahead of us. But we learned that with a little creativity, the support of a caring com

munity and, in my case at least, faith in God, we could overcome whatever life sent our way.

Our class parted ways soon after graduation. A few of my classmates took over their family’s farms. Others became licensed trades people. Several earned degrees in social work, education, dentistry, engineering, commerce, nursing or medicine. As far as I know, I was the only one to enter the Christian ministry.

Along the way we fell in love, married and had kids (some of us did that more than once). And as old high school friendships faded, new friendships were formed and many of those friendships remain strong to this day. We’ve laughed together, cried together, grieved the loss of family and friends together; and have grown strong together.

A teachers’ strike in one’s Grade 12 year isn’t something I’d recommend to anyone. But I wouldn’t trade the experience for anything. God used it to help make me the person I am today.

Letters

What’s with the mess in downtown Neepawa?

I don’t know who (the Town, the Chamber?), but it really makes me sad/angry to see the mess in front of some of the downtown businesses. This is not a new observation, it has been pointed out to me several years ago by visitors to our town.

In summer, it is accumulated dust, twigs, seed pods. In autumn, it is wet soggy leaves. Every day there is a post from Tourism on Facebook extolling the beauty and many attractions of Neepawa with a view to bringing visitors to town. I know there are many things that need attention but could we not try a little harder to keep the downtown area a showcase?

It seems that the ‘powers that be’ focus on the big picture (cemetery, bike park) and overlook, what to me, is evident. Spend ten minutes a day of clearing away the overnight accumulation. Pay a youth group as a fundraiser if you can’t handle it yourselves. There is an opportunity here!

Jackie Snider Neepawa, MB

Editor’s note: Along with the letter explaining the particular subject, pictures showing what is described have also been sent and can been seen at the bottom of the page.

Would you like to send in a letter to the editor? Email news@neepawabanner.com to submit yours. Letters are limited to approximately 400 words The Banner & Press reserves the right to edit letters to fit available space.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF JACKIE SNIDER

A visual example of the concerns related to downtown Neepawa brought up by Jackie Snider in her letter to the editor.

out of helen’s kitchen Helen Drysdale

Noodles

Around the world, there are few foods as beloved as noodles. Nearly every country has its own unique version of noodles, an inexpensive staple. The oldest historical men tion of noodles I could find came from the third century A.D. in China. (Don’t tell the Italians this!) The story goes that noodles spread west with the voyages of Marco Polo. Noodles from Asian countries like Japan, China and Thailand are made from varied flours such as wheat, rice, buckwheat, potato and mung beans, each with its own unique taste, texture and size.

Italian pasta is made with durum wheat which gives the pasta a stronger texture and a more golden colour, setting it apart from other forms of noodles. Italian pasta types and shapes are varied and include lasagna, tortellini, spaghetti, linguine, fusilli and manicotti to name a few. In Germany and Hungary, they have Spätzle; in Greece, orzo and in the Slavic countries, pierogies are enjoyed. Many Jewish families make kreplach dumplings and in Japan, a staple is udon noodles. Our Filipino friends satisfy their noodle craving with a type of Lo Mein noodle called “Pancit Canton,” which are a quintessential part of any Filipino gathering! This dish is often served during birthdays and special occasions and symbolizes long life.

In the good old days, noodles did not come from the grocery store in bags. Should you want noodles you made them from scratch. It is one of those foods that seems way more complicated than it actually is. Homemade noodles take more time to prepare than store-bought, but they are a better-tasting noodle to serve with all kinds of dishes.

Kielke (noodles)

Kielke (pronounced like cheel-chuh) is a traditional Mennonite noodle, very soft and tender. It is served alongside Mennonite farmer’s sausage and cream gravy (Schmaundt fat). The noodles can be made with white or whole wheat flour.

3 cups flour

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

3 eggs

1/2 cup milk

In a bowl add the flour and salt. Make a well in the centre of the flour. In another bowl stir together the eggs and the milk and pour in the well of the flour. Stir until the mixture forms a dough. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough until nice and smooth for at least 7 minutes or until dough is smooth and slightly elastic. You can make the noodles after letting the dough rest for 10 minutes or place into a bowl and cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours. To roll: Cut the dough into 3-4 por tions. Dust the counter with flour and begin to roll the dough out quite thin. Once flat roll from the centre out, rotate occasionally and flipping over once or twice. Add more flour as needed to prevent the dough from sticking on the counter. Sprinkle flour on top of the rolled out dough and loosely roll up into a spiral. Cut into slices with a sharp knife. If you wish to have larger noodles, cut wider; thinner noodles, cut narrower. Use right away or dry for further use. To dry, place on a cookie sheet with a clean towel underneath or drape over a clothes drying rack.

To cook the noodles, use a large pot of boiling water that has a little salt added and boil the noodles for a few minutes. They don’t take very long at all. Once they are floating, taste one to make sure it is done. Drain well. Pour the Schmaundt fat over the noodles and enjoy.

Schmaundt fat (cream gravy)

Schmaundt fat was often made with the drippings of the cooked farmer’s sausage instead of the butter and sometimes both!

1/4 cup flour

1/4 cup butter

3 cups of cream or whole milk or a combination of both

Salt and pepper to taste

Melt the butter then add the flour and sauté until the flour starts to lightly brown. While stirring, add the milk or cream and simmer for 3-5 minutes until it thickens, then add salt and pepper. Serve over noodles.

Beef mushroom noodle soup

This is a simple beef noodle soup recipe and a nice change of pace from chicken noodle.

1/2 lb. hamburger

2 Tbsp. butter

1 medium onion, diced

1-2 cloves garlic, minced

2-3 cups sliced mushrooms

6 cups beef broth

1 stalk celery, sliced

1 medium carrot sliced

Healthy communication in intimate relationships

Inthe media there are many good intentioned messages about the importance of improving “communication” in your relationship. The problem is that communication is a very big word that encompasses a lot of different things. We constantly receive messages about improving communi cation but not a lot of specifics on how that should be done.

I would argue that a lot of relationship difficulties come from a miscommunication. You’d think it would come easy talking to the human that we’ve chosen out of so many, who we think we know best, and we hope knows us best, who we trust completely…right? Nope! Communicating with our intimate partner can be more difficult than communicating with a stranger. The reason is that we have a lot more at stake if what we are com municating isn’t accepted by our partner; the emotional investment is very real and the fear of losing that is also very real. No matter how we try to get around it, emotional intimacy is a cornerstone of a successful relationship and the only way to get emotional intimacy is to allow yourself to be vulnerable and talk to your partner.

So, what does a relationship with healthy communication look like. Let’s consider an im portant discussion between partners. What elements are essential for this conversation to be healthy?

• The couple meets for discus sion in an open and inviting way. They cannot fear each other. Often communication is unhealthy because one or both partners have a fear of being berated, yelled at, or spoken down to.

• Accusatory language “you” statements should be avoided. Instead use “I” statements which puts the responsibil

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Delsie Martin

ity for how you feel back to yourself and feels less threat ening. The statement, “I feel that you do…,” is not a good replacement.

• The couple is very de scriptive and clear when conveying their thoughts on a subject. A previous article of mine had talked about the mind reading fallacy. Remember, all your partner is receiving when you speak are your words. They are left to interpret the emotions and underlying meanings. The more descriptive you are the less there is to interpret. Using emotionally descriptive lan guage ignites the empathy response in our partners.

• Don’t hold back in saying what your partner is doing well or if they have made good points, especially dur ing a tenuous conversation. Admit when you are wrong.

• The goal of a discussion is not to win, the goal of a con versation is to tackle the topic together and win by finding a solution that maximizes happiness for both of you.

Some of the goals in a ser ious relationship is to do life together, plan life together, reach goals together and bear witness to your loved one’s ac complishments and develop ment. We choose to pair with someone indefinitely because of these goals. If you are each doing your lives without meeting in the middle for conversation, planning and discussions, then you may be missing some of the biggest benefits of being in a serious relationship. Having your own passions and positions in life is also essential to a healthy relationship. Know when to compromise and strive to compromise as often as possible.

For more relationship tips like this, check out my pod cast, you can find it by search ing for “The Relationship Review with Delsie Martin” on all major podcasts.

Delsie Martin (BA, BSW RSW, MSW candidate) is a masters of social work student with the University of Calgary.

Legion Ladies Auxilliary

On Friday, Oct 21st the Legion Ladies Auxilliary provided a scrumptuous roast beef dinner in support of the Neepawa & District HandiVan. A large number of people attended, and in addition, many meals to larger groups who had requested the service,were delivered courtesy of the HandiVan by driver Greg Shaw and his wife, Dawn.

A Shop Local Tree was erected with gift cards and certificates from local businesses totalling $585. A donation of $5.00 provided one entry into the draw.

Michelle Ferguson was the lucky recipient of these donations.

Thank you to the following for their support and donations to the Tree and supporting our local HandiVan!: Neepawa Home Hardware, Brews Brothers Bistro, Neepawa Dairy Queen, Neepawa Gladstone Co-op, It's Time Fashion & Gifts, Neepawa Boston Pizza, Neepawa HandiVan (Book of Tickets), Rotor's Bakery, Neepawa Safeway, Your Dollar Store with More, Neepawa Chicken Chef, Neepawa Fresh Mart, Neepawa Pharmacy and The Banner & Press (media sponsor).

Thanks to the hard working ladies of the Auxilliary, the HandiVan Board members supplying desserts, selling tickets, and creating the Shop Local Tree, and above all, the general public who overwhelmingly supported the dinner.

The pandemic had a devestating financial impact on the HandiVan and there can be no clearer indication of how important the service is to the area than the response received to the fundraising dinner.

TOTAL PROFIT $3452.00. Thank you everyone.

1/3 cup ketchup

1 tsp. Mrs. Dash or 2 Tbsp. dried parsley

2 bay leaves

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

2 cups uncooked medium egg noodles

Sour cream for garnish (optional)

In a Dutch oven add the hamburger and cook until no longer pink. Remove meat from pot. Add the butter and melt. Add the onions, garlic and mushrooms; stir and cook until mushrooms are softened. Add the broth, celery, carrots, ketchup, Mrs. Dash, bay leaves, salt, pepper and hamburger and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes. Add the noodles and cook according to instructions. If too thick add more broth or water. Serve with a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Bradley Milne, MA, CIRP, LIT 1401 Princess Avenue, Brandon

matter your debt situation,

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Rural Outlook

Birnie Community Centre sports new doors

Neepawa Self Storage adds to town’s capacity

By Ken Waddell Neepawa Banner & Press

With at least two stor age facilities already in Neepawa being reported to be nearly full all the time, Brad Hachewich decided to convert some land he owns into a storage facility. Using 20 and 40 foot shipping containers, Hachewich has assembled a number of units on his land on the south end of McBride Ave in Neepawa. He’s named the facility Neepawa Self Storage.

In an interview with the Banner & Press he said, “Shipping containers are the best option as they are very weather proof, secure and rodent proof.” He went on to explain that the particular locking system they have makes them extra secure. He said he understands the existing storage places are full most

of the time and there was an opportunity to get into the market.

The newest storage fa

cility is located east of the Co-op gas station and south of This ’N’ That manufac turing.

A young student is entering Birnie Community Centre for an exciting day of Nursery School through the new

door. Thanks to a generous grant from the Beautiful Plains Community Foundation and the work of Dustin Osborne of Yellowhead Windows, new entrance and exit doors were installed on the Community Centre late this summer. These are among the upgrades being done on the building to make it more efficient. The club is working hard to plan social events and fund-raising activities to revitalize the Centre. The first AGM since the formation of the club will be held on November 9 at 7 p.m. at the Community Centre. A Wings Night is being planned for November 19. There will be posters and information on social media about this event. The Community Club is very grateful for the help and support of the community.

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Gladstone Auction Mart

Cattle Market Report

Steers

3-400 lbs. 315.00-346.00 4-500 lbs. 300.00-327.00 5-600 lbs. 267.00-294.00 6-700 lbs. 245.00-271.00 7-800 lbs. 238.00-257.00 8-900 lbs. 219.00-241.50 900+ lbs. 190.00-225.00

Bulls

Heifers

3-400 lbs. 232.00-253.00 4-500 lbs. 232.00-260.50 5-600 lbs. 225.00-244.00 6-700 lbs. 212.00-228.50 7-800 lbs. 195.00-207.00

8-900 lbs. 178.00-200.50

900+ lbs. 172.00-190.00

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Looking Back

1982: Neil Miller Manitoba’s top steer wrestler

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

110 years ago, Friday, November 1, 1912

Y. B. Watson, who was assistant engineer on Neepawa waterworks and sewer construction for the past year, has gone to Toronto to take an advanced position with his chiefs, Chipman & Power.

Delbert Thurston has resigned his position in the land titles office to accept a more responsible and lucrative one with the National Trust Co., in Winnipeg. His going will be a distinct loss to Neepawa; for he was active in church, lodge, sports and other efforts for the general good.

P. Goodwin has disposed of his interests in the opera house and motion picture business to Messrs. Bert and Cecil Brooker, of Portage la Prairie, who take charge today. The new managers are experienced in the theatrical line and have gotten up scenes for the moving picture machine. They may bring Neepawa into line for some of the better class of shows from the southern circuits. We shall see. Anyway, the pictures will keep on moving as heretofore.

100 years ago, Friday, November 3, 1922

“Mike” the Galician met with an accident on Tuesday night while on his way to Neepawa with a load of homemade soothing syrup. Upsetting his car, he sustained a fracture of four of his ribs and is now in the hospital, where he will have time to reflect on the mean tricks of fate.

90 years ago, Friday, November 4, 1932

Let us keep Nov. 11 as a sacred day of Remembrance. Every effort should be made to see that the day is kept in a way worthy of it.

80 years ago, Thursday, November 5, 1942

Pte. Alfred McIntyre has been listed as a prisoner of war at Hong Kong.

70 years ago, Thursday, November 6, 1952

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas

H. Pilgrim, well known residents of Neepawa, mark their 66th wedding anniversary today, Nov. 6. The Neepawa Press is pleased to extend best wishes to them on the occasion.

Kelwood: Pte. Albert Kingdon returned Monday, Oct. 27, from service in Korea. He is holidaying with his parents and uncle and aunt Mr. and Mrs. J. Carter.

60 years ago, Friday, November 2, 1962

Less than one out of every five Manitobans lives on a farm, according to G. A. Kristjanson, senior rural development specialist with the Manitoba Department of Agriculture and Conservation.

This is a marked contrast to 25 years ago, states Mr. Kristjanson. At that time, more than one out of three people in Manitoba were on farms. In 1936, the farm population of the province comprised of 37 per cent of the total in Manitoba, but in 1961 only 19 per cent of people were living on farms.

50 years ago, Thursday, November 2, 1972

Mr. and Mrs. Frank McLachlan, long time and well known residents of Neepawa, are leaving to reside in Brandon. A farewell party of some 20 close friends gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Johnstone on Oct. 21 to bid them farewell.

40 years ago, Thursday, November 4, 1982

If you are a horse owner in Neepawa, you now have to apply for conditional use under a new by-law passed at the last regular meeting of Council.

Rodeo is a tough and rugged sport and one

gaining in popularity. Neepawa and area can boast champion rodeo performers.

Neil Miller, Neepawa, was declared Manitoba champion steer wrestler, while Brent Collins and Kelly Bateman from Arden won top honours in bareback and bull riding.

30 years ago, Tuesday, November 3, 1992

Former Neepawa mayor Homer Gill says last Wednesday’s election results came as a “surprise.”

Gill lost the seat he’d held since 1981 to deputy mayor Roy McGillivray.

Voters also said goodbye to long-time mayors in Winkler, Steinbach and Churchill.

20 years ago, Monday, November 4, 2002

When the Queen and Prince Philip visited last month, retired Neepawa teacher, Brian Bailey, thought he’d staked out a good vantage point to get a glimpse of the monarch at the Legislature.

But security changed all that, crowding the view of Queen Elizabeth…

But in 1970, it was a different story. That year, Bailey not only saw the Queen up close and personal, he even had a chance to talk to her.

Three years earlier, Bailey’s father had been

Neil Miller, of Neepawa, was Manitoba’s top steer wrestler in 1982. The Manitoba Rodeo Cowboy’s Association championship title was awarded to Miller at the rodeo finals at Ag. Ex. Pictured on the left is the “hazer”, the individual who watches for mishaps during the steer wrestling events.

named Mr. Manitoba Farmer by the Red River Exhibition.

When the Queen’s itinerary was being arranged for a trip to celebrate Manitoba’s centennial, the Bailey farm at Carberry was proposed as a place for the Royals (Prince Philip and

Charles and Princess Anne accompanied the Queen) to relax.

El Nino is expected to bring a milder winter to most parts of southern Canada, and possibly dryer conditions to the prairies…

El Nino takes place when warmer sea temperatures and changing atmospheric conditions occur over the tropical Pacific Ocean.

Neepawa Electronics used to be a vendor for Zenith products. This ad was featured in the Nov. 3, 1992 edition of The Press.

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Ray Drayson 261 votes

Clyde McCallum 196 votes

Jimmie M. Krzyzaniak 52 votes

Municipality of North Cypress - Langford Ward 1

Robert G. Vankommer (Acclaimed)

Harold Tolton (Acclaimed) Ward 2

J “Grant” Jardine (Acclaimed) Ward 3

Ward 4

Dallis Olmstead (Acclaimed)

Ward 5

Gerond R. Davidson (Acclaimed)

Daryl Shipman 966 votes

Darcy Meloney 247 votes Council (At Large)

Chas Lambert 846 votes

Richard Callander 569 votes

Melanie Wilson 535 votes

Mark Ferguson 481 votes

Amy Waldner-Redekopp 467 votes

Jeff Fehr 453 votes

Additional Candidates

Darrin Stanley 442 votes

Frank Pubben 428 votes

Reeve R.M. of Rosedale

Karl Snezyk (Acclaimed)

At Large

Joseph Poncsak Jr. 60 votes

Grant Levandoski 46 votes

Douglas Wood 43 votes

Billy Letain 21 votes

Cindy Hafner 18 votes

Wards 1 to 6

Ward 1: Ernie Schure (Acclaimed)

Ward 2: Robert Scott (Acclaimed)

Ward 3: VACANT

Ward 4 Ron Kostenchuk (Acclaimed)

Malcolm Murray 70 votes

Ward 6 Donald C. Hockin 28 votes

Town of Carberry

Kelvin Bueckert 390 votes

Nicole Sellers 382 votes

Randy Bjarnarson 342 votes

Tyler Douglas 287 votes

Ward 5: David Todoruk 50 votes

Ward 5: Andrew Somers 37 votes

Ray Muirhead 274 votes

Debbie Rea 178 votes

Mayor Stuart Olmstead 77 votes

Council (At Large)

William Kalinowich 406 votes

Emma Denton 315 votes

John Anderson 296 votes

Michael Sudak 282 votes

Samantha Van Damme 260 votes

Michael Hamilton 207 votes

Doug Poschenrieder 281 votes

Robert McKinley 86 votes

Ward 6: Earl Burton 91 votes

Ward 6: David Schultz 62 votes

Municipality of Glenella - Lansdowne Reeve

Kevin Paramor 192 votes

RIchard Funk 157 votes

Greg McConnell (Acclaimed) Ward 1

Jayce Muir (Acclaimed) Ward 2

By Diane Warner Neepawa Banner & Press

Don Boxall (Acclaimed) Ward 3

James Paramor 60 votes Ward 4

Bryan McCutchin 49 votes

Damian Dempsey (Acclaimed) Ward 5

John Pottinger (Acclaimed) Ward 6

Petric ‘Turns the Night Up’ in Neepawa

By Destiny Maki Neepawa Banner & Press

Petric, a Canadian country music trio, have been performing their ‘Turn the Night Up’ tour throughout Manitoba and came to the Roxy Theatre in Neepawa on Friday, Oct. 28. A fellow Winnipeg artist, Jason Kirkness, and an other Manitoban artist,

Jerry Sereda, are also part of the tour. Their tour includes six shows at venues in different towns including Virden, Brandon, Neepawa, Dauphin, Portage la Prairie, and Winnipeg. They said they were excited to start touring and being able to inter act with their fans again since COVID-19 had put a long stop to it all.

Petric

Petric is composed of brothers, Jason and Tom Petric, and their long time friend, Jordan Day. ‘Petric’ formed in March 2014, though music had always been a part of the brothers’ lives. The brothers were raised in Transcona, Winnipeg. Tom has trained as a singer since he was four and his brother, Jason, has worked in the music industry since he was 15. The siblings spent many years involved in music, both individually and collectively. After performing together at

JunoFest and the Can adian Country Music Awards in 2014, they were introduced to Dal las Smith, another Can adian musician, who at the time was undertak ing a new business ven ture of starting his own record label, Steelhead Music. Petric was then signed to his label. Since then, Petric has released three albums and mul

tiple singles.

Jason Kirkness

Jason Kirkness grew up southeast of Win nipeg. His music start began in his early teens and he was in a few bands during his school years. He played both country and rock music back then, learning to

play guitar on an old, beat up acoustic while listening to Alabama and Nirvana. Once he graduated, he moved to Winnipeg to con tinue playing music with bands to improve his singing and playing skills. Kirkness wanted to learn as much as he could about the music industry so he could one day perform for himself the way he wanted to. He is now a well-known Canadian country art ist.

Jerry Sereda

Jerry Sereda is also a small-town Manitoba country music singer. He is a high-energy performer and loves to interact with his fans.

Sereda’s first single, titled ‘Time,’ was re corded and released in 2007 through Indigen ous music programs. Since then, he’s pursued his country music career professionally, with his fifth album set to be released later this year.

Tickets are $15 and go on sale Saturday, Nov. 5th at ArtsForward from 10 to 2. They will continue to be sold at ArtsFoward Monday to Friday during regular hours.

PHOTOS BY DESTINY MAKI

Left to right: Jordan Day, Tom Petric, Jason Petric

Local Minnedosa businesses celebrate safe Halloween

PHOTOS BY DESTINY MAKI

Many of the businesses along Main St. in Minnedosa showed their Halloween spirit by dressing up and taking part in a morning Trick-or-Treat for parents to take their preschool-aged children out for a safe Halloween.

Tigers football headed to the Murray Black Cup

NACI Tigers hosts Slasher Showdown

Tuneup tournament returns to the Yellowhead Centre

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

PHOTO BY JOEL ASSELSTINE

The Neepawa Tigers kickoff during their semi-final game against Parkwest on Saturday, Oct. 29.

Banner Staff Neepawa Banner & Press

A dominate defensive start, followed by a huge offensive outburst in the second half, ultimately pow ered the Neepawa Tigers to an impressive 51-22 win over the Parkwest Outlaws. The Tigers surrendered just six points in the early portion of the first quarter, until their offence could get in sync. Then, the Tigers rallied by scoring 51 un contested points to head into the final quarter with a commanding lead. While the Outlaws did shift mo mentum back in their favour before the end of regulation,

it wasn’t enough, as the Neepawa claimed the win and a spot in the Muuray Black Cup final.

The team celebration was muted, however, as a player was injured in the first quarter and was check at the hospital. After the game there was confirma tion though that the player was okay.

The Tigers will play the Southwest Sabres in the Murray Black Cup, as they beat the Virden Golden Bears in the other semi-final. The game is set for Saturday, Nov. 5. The start time was not announced before the Banner & Press publication deadline.

An annual high school hockey tradition returned to Neepawa last week in the form of the annual NACI Tigers Slasher Showdown. The tournament, which usually serves as a tuneup for teams heading into the Westman High School Hockey League’s (WHSHL) regular sea son, had been on hiatus the last two years, due to COVID-19 related assem bly restrictions. Fortunat ely, for this year, the rules have changed and teams are able to get back out on the ice.

As for what transpired out there at the rink, the Neepawa Tigers played a pair of game in the round robin portion of the event. In their first game, they bested the Crocus Plains Plainsmen 6-1, while in game two, they were beaten by the Morris Mavericks 9-3.

Those results place Nee pawa in second place in their bracket, and had them matched up against the Beliveau Barracudas in the semi-final. In this game, Jory Kulbacki scored the lone goal for Neepawa, as the Tigers were defeated by a score of 4-1. The loss sent them to the third place game, versus Morris.

In this rematch of the round robin, Neepawa would end it with a much better result this time, winning 4-1. Kulbacki had a pair of goals and an as sist, while Daniel Lisoway and Tarek Lapointe were credited with single goals,

The Neepawa Tigers (in white) hosted their annual Slasher Showdown tournament on Oct. 27 and 28. The Tigers would finish in third place at the six team event, defeating the Morris Mavericks in consolation final 4-1.

leading the Tigers to the victory. In the gold medal match-up, the Vincent Massey (Brandon) Vikings defeated Beliveau 7-2.

As for what’s next for the

Neepawa Tigers, they held their regular season home opener on Wednesday, Nov. 2 against the Hartney/ Deloraine/Waskada Colts. The result was final after the

Banner & Press publication deadline. The Neepawa Banner & Press will publish game statistics and pictures in its next issue.

Neepawa Tigers Hockey

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PHOTOS BY EOIN DEVEREUX

Saturday, Oct 22

Dauphin 5-1 Neepawa

First Period

07:59 NPA B. Michalchuk (4)

ASST: J. Blake (3), W. Highet (4)

09:08 DAU M. Gough (7)

ASST: N. Wickham (3), J. Harris (6) 17:56 DAU O. Wareham (1) PP

ASST: Unassisted

Second Period

03:45 DAU N. Wickham (1)

ASST: J. Harris (7), N. Hatton (7)

06:32 DAU A. Brook (1) PP

ASST: J. Harris (7), N. Hatton (7)

18:36 DAU A Senf (6)

ASST: M Gough (6), J. Harris (8)

Third Period

No

Neepawa Farmers fall to MacGregor in home opener

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

A 47-save effort from MacGregor’s Rhett Boschman ruined the night for Neepawa in their Tiger Hills Hockey League (THHL) home opener. Boschman made some huge saves, includ ing several in the final few minutes of the third period, to help secure a 5-4 victory for the Mac Gregor Wild. Boschman’s teammates, Robert Smith (2 goals), Kelly Rintoul (1G - 2A), Drew Ander son (1G - 3A) and Braden Nicol (1G) all contributed to secure the win for the Wild.

As for Neepawa, Cole Muir and Kyle McDonald each scored once, while Brad Marshall notched a pair, including one in the final minute of regulation to make things interesting.

PHOTO BY EOIN DEVEREUX

MacGregor goaltender Rhett Boschman made 47 saves against Neepawa, in the Wild’s 5-4 win over the Farmers on Saturday, Oct. 29.

McDonald also had a pair of assists, as did Corbin Mariash and Reigan Bu chanan. The next game for Neepawa will be on Friday, Nov. 4 against the Souris Elks.

Minnedosa 5-2 Melita

The Minnedosa Bomb ers are off to a quick start, collecting a pair of wins, including a 5-2 decision over the Melita Bisons. The

win was a real team effort, as there were five different goal scorers for the Bomb ers on the night. Minnedosa defeated Pilot Mound by a similar score of 5-2 the previous weekend.

WHL’s Briley Wood joins Titans

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press

There is a new addition to the roster of the Nee pawa Titans, as 19-yearold forward, Briley Wood, has joined the club. The

Rivers product has been reassigned to Neepawa by the Winnipeg Ice of the Western Hockey League (WHL).

Wood appeared in nine WHL regular season games with the Ice this year, regis

tering one goal and two penalty minutes. In 87 total Western League games over the past four seasons with both the Ice and the Lethbridge Hurricanes, Wood registered 6 points (3 goals and 3 assists) and

30 penalty minutes. Wood has previously played in Neepawa, back in the 2020-21 season with the club, playing 10 games in the COVID-19 cancelled season, posting 3 goals and 1 assist.

Yellowhead Chiefs results

The Yellowhead Chiefs hockey program had six league games scheduled last weekend. Listed are

of the game

Neepawa

Male U-18 results: Oct. 28. Yellowhead 5-1 Norman (Addison Mc intosh - 1 goal, 1 assist; Lincoln Murray 1A); Oct. 29. Yellowhead 5-2 Wpg Wild (Mcintosh - 1G, 1A Murray - 1A); Oct. 30. Yellowhead 4-1 Wpg Wild .

Female U-18 results: Oct. 29. Yellowhead 4-2

Central Plains; Oct. 30. Yellowhead 3-2 (Trynity Turner - 1G).

Female U-15 results: Oct. 29. Yellowhead 2-1 Brandon; Oct. 30. Yellow head 5-3 Pembina Valley

(Emma Pollock 1G, 1A) Male U-15 results: Oct. 27. Yellowhead 5-5 Northern Alberta (Tourna ment game stats unavailable

10:00 a.m. to 5:00

499 Mountain

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Alanon meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa - Old Co-op Store. Tuesdays at 7 pm. Call 204-841-2192

Alcoholics Anonymous meet ings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa, Thursdays at 7 pm. Call 204841-0002

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Auctions

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For Sale

1/4 section of farmland, RM of Glenella-Lansdowne. SW 15-16-13W. 841-0433 or 386-2491

Chain saws, echo cs-500p (50cc) 22" bar, $350; husq varna 445 x-TORQ $350; Stihl MS 180 c $300. Quad 2007 Honda Fourtrax Ranch er 420 4x4, very nice condi tion, very little use $6,000 O.B.O. 204-967-2515

Obituary

KAREN ANNE JANZEN (BRIESE)

1952- 2022

With great sadness we announce the passing of Karen Janzen on October 18, 2022, at home in Winnipeg, Mb. She was the much-loved wife of David Janzen, mom to Ryan and Kory, and adoring grandma to Jack.

Karen was diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer in December 2021. She handled her cancer journey with grace, strength and dignity, always giving thanks for the wonderful life she lived. Her wish to celebrate her 70th birthday was realized, and a wonderful celebration was held in July!

Karen was born in Neepawa, Mb. on July 15, 1952, the fourth child of Lloyd and Gertrude (Trudy) Briese (Harrison). She had a happy childhood, growing up on the family farm. She attended Dumfries School (Gr. 1-8) and Neepawa Collegiate (Gr. 9-12). She then took her LPN training at Red River CC and Health Science Centre School of Nursing in Winnipeg. She worked at Heath Science Centre for some years and then in the Manitoba Clinic as a Doctor’s Assistant. She later worked in Grace Hospital in Admitting and Medical Records.

Karen married David Janzen of Winnipeg in December 1979. They welcomed two sons, Ryan in 1980 and Kory in 1982. She was a great cheerleader at all their activities - bowling, coaching their ball, and teaching Chess Club at their school. She was very proud of all their achievements as they grew up.

Throughout her life, Karen enjoyed many activities4-H, music (was part of a band in high school), baseball, bowling, crafting, making quilts, playing bridge and chess, scrapbooking, crossword puzzles and going to weekly movie matinees with friends. She enjoyed many wonderful trips with family and friends - hi-lights were the family cruises. Her travels took her to every continent except Antarctica and Australia! Crown Jewels of Canada was a big part of her life, and she treasured her friendships formed there. She was also part of a lady’s group who met monthly for 40 years. Family history and family reunions were also very important to her.

Karen will be lovingly remembered by her husband David, her sons Ryan (Sara), and Kory, and her grandson Jack and step-grandson Lincoln. She is survived by her sister Wanda Long, her Aunt Lillian Sangster, nieces and nephews Karla (Len), Kallan (Kendell), Travis (Jennifer), and Kari (Brian) and their families, many cousins and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents Lloyd and Gertrude Briese, infant brother Wayne, brother Stuart, brother-in-law Brian Long, and mother-in-law Metta Janzen.

Celebration of Life service was held at the Oasis Church, which has been a blessing to her life in recent years, located at 940 Elmhurst Rd., Winnipeg, on Thursday, November 3rd at 11:00 a.m. Live Streaming of service was available at oasischurch.ca/funeralkarenjanzen. Interment to be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Wpg, Mb, R3E 0V9, designated to glioblastoma research. Condolences may be sent to www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com

Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel & Crematorium 2157 Portage Avenue 204- 897-4665 • www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com

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For Sale or Rent

Hay for sale, Approx. 900 round bales. Please call for quality, weight and prices. 204-967-2869 or 204-8413689, Kelwood Manitoba.

For Rent

For rent: Available immedi ately. Age 50+, large 2 bdm suite in newer 4-plex. Includes window treatments, all appliances, washer and dryer, storage, snow remov al, yard care and parking for 2 vehicles. No smoking, no pets. 220 Mountain Ave, Neepawa. $1,200 per month. Call 476-0678

$550 monthly 2 bedroom home in park setting close to Sydney, MB 20 min. to Carberry. 1 dog ok. 431-7293429 or 204-596-1311.

Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-8414419

Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson's 204-385-2685, 204-3852997 Gladstone.

Help Wanted

Job Opportunity – Employ ment Services Assistant at Yellowhead Regional Employment Skills and Ser vices, Minnedosa. Require experience with MS Office, computerized bookkeeping, data entry, excellent written & verbal skills, organized & able to respect confidentiality. Contact yress@wcgwave. ca or 204-867-2833 for full job ad.

Wanted Baker for Filipino Bakery (full time position) Call: 431-338-0379 or 204951-5415

Obituary

Raymond David Smith

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond David Smith on September 28th, 2022 at the age of 97 at the Neepawa Health Centre with family by his side. Raymond was born on April 24th, 1925 in the RM of Rosedale to Joseph and Clara Smith. Raymond was the 3rd oldest child of 6. He grew up on a farm by Polonia.

On October 29, 1951 Ray married the love of his life, Charlotte Kwiatkowski and they had eight children. Ray and Charlotte raised their children and farmed southwest of Polonia until 2001. That year they moved their house into Neepawa where Ray resided until his passing. Ray and Charlotte were married for almost 71 years.

Ray was always a farmer but also worked for MTS, Railroad, Manitoba Hydro, Riding Mountain National Park, and the Department of Highways. He worked with the Department of Highways for 24 years then retired in 1990 and continued farming until 2001.

Ray was a very kind and sweet-hearted man who loved to laugh, play jokes and spend his time outside working on the farm. A few of his favorite things were listening to old time music, watching boxing, and visiting with all his family and friends, but the 19 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren really brought joy and laughter to his heart, lighting his eyes up with happiness. He was so proud of his family and loved his family time, taking long Sunday drives and picnics. Ray also enjoyed going on trips, playing cards and going to dances and for coffee with friends to McDonalds, Chicken Corral and Tim Hortons. He was always happy to visit and be around family and friends. All who knew him were blessed to have Ray in their lives and he will be greatly missed by all.

Ray was predeceased by his daughter Maureen, his parents Joseph and Clara, his siblings: Donald, Melvin, Dave, Marie and his little brother Leonard, his grandson Cody, and his son-in-law Brian.

Ray is survived by his wife Charlotte, his children Rob (Cathy), Harvey, Gord (Sherry), Laurie (Glenn), Lynn (Blaine), Pat (Wayne), Karen (Colin), 18 grandchildren Ryan (Andrea), Kevin (Amanda), Crystal (Earl), Candace (Matt), Rick (Quenton), Shane (Veronika), Travis (Sara), Jennifer (Ben), Raeghan (Chad), Ashley (Jamie), Brandi (Will), Mitchell (Kaylene), Tyler (Tara), Kristyn, Kayla (John), Scott (Allison) Brittany (Jerry) and Kyle (Bryanna) and 30 great grandchildren.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the health care staff at Neepawa Health Centre for their compassionate care.

We would also like to thank everyone for the calls and visits, food, flowers, cards and donations to palliative care.

Funeral Service was held at St. Dominic’s Church on October 4, 2022 with Fr. Jorge officiating. White’s Funeral Home, Neepawa in care of arrangements.

Personal

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Coming Events

Beautiful Plains Museum Annual Meeting to be held November 8 at 7:30 pm at the Beautiful Plains Museum, Neepawa All are welcome to attend

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Help Wanted

Jarvis Trucking Ltd, Gladstone, MB.

Class 1 drivers & Owner Operators

Operating super B grain hoppers, prairie provinces only. Contact Steve, 204-385-3048 or 204-871-5139 Email kjarvisfarms@gmail.com

CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER

To run Canada must have experience Paid pick, drops, layovers and stat pay

Multi drop runs

Benefit package Dedicated truck Sign on bonus Annual bonus Reset at home Weekend home time Paid training Referral program

Derek (204) 793-7465

CENTENNIAL TRANSPORT & LEASING LTD.

Gold Leaf Events Christmas Market in Minnedosa Saturday, November 12 from 10am-3pm at the Minnedosa Community Conference Centre. Find the perfect Christmas gift! Shop from over 35 makers and sellers!

Admission is $2 at the door (Children 12 & under are free).

There will be a raffle with proceeds to the Minnedosa and Area Food Bank, Market Dollar giveaways, a Market Cafe with lunch by Boho Soul, and more.

In Memory

In Memory of Heather Carver

July 26, 1949 - November 5, 2021

Those we love don’t go away... They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, missed and very dear Love always,

Full Time Service Desk Parts Person

Located in Neepawa Manitoba, we are an agricultural machinery sales and service and highway tractor and trailer repair facility. Our parts people play an important role on our team, they welcome customers in our store and on the phones. They are knowledgeable about the products and services we sell and find the right parts for our customers need. They work closely with the service technician and assist with getting the parts the technicians need.

Responsibilities

• Promptly assist customer needs both in person and on the phone.

• Look up and locate parts for service technicians.

• Maintain and enhance the work station by organizing and stocking parts.

Help shipping/receiving department by distributing parts to the appropriate areas within the store.

• Monitor, maintain and update parts inventory by checking information on computer and physically verifying location and quantities.

• Participate in annual parts inventory.

Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

• Knowledge of Agricultural Equipment preferred.

• 1 Year experience in Parts/Service Department preferred.

Qualifications

August 8, 1935 – November 26, 2007

We miss you Mom We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. We think of you in silence, and often speak your name. All we have are memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our heart.

You were the heart and soul of our family, And the glue that bonded the family together. It has been 15 years since your passing and we will always remember you.

Toby, Marilyn and Murray

• Ability to work extended hours.

• Excellent computer skills.

• Friendly and outgoing personality, someone who enjoys working with the public. They would also need to be organized and detail orientated.

• The job requires and employee to stand, climb ladders, operate forklift and other machinery and lift up to 75 pounds.

We Offer

• Competitive Hourly Wage Dependent Upon Experience. Company RRSP.

Dental and Medical Package.

Product Related Training and Development.

To apply for this position send a cover letter along with your resume to: Attention: Val at tic.admin@mymts.net

Mildred Germaine Dagg

Rolling River School Division

in southwestern Manitoba, Canada

near Riding Mountain National Park and Brandon.

Educational Assistants required

Cool Spring Colony School - 5.2 hrs/day

Erickson Collegiate - 5.8 hrs/day

For more details and application information, please visit our website at www.rrsd.mb.ca select Employment then Support Positions. Thank you to all applicants for their interest in Rolling River School Division. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

CONTROLLER

Manitoba Starch Products is the only manufacturer of food-grade potato starch in Canada. Our growing, state of the art processing facility is located near Carberry, MB, in the heart of Canada and surrounded by western Canadian potato production.

We are currently seeking an energetic, self-motivated, full-time, on-site Controller to complement our Financial team. Reporting to the COO, you will be responsible for supporting the daily operations of the accounting department. You will ensure that all financial activities are in line with Company goals and objectives, in conformity with GAAP, and make good business sense.

The duties of the role will include:

• Monitor and analyze accounting data to produce and present accurate and timely financial reports for the COO and Senior Management.

• Complete month-end processes.

• Assist with year-end closings, including year-end audit and the preparation of internal operating statements of the Company.

• Balance sheet reconciliations and resolution of discrepancies.

• Assist with forecast and budget preparation.

• Update and reconcile Capital Asset listings.

• Complete and submit tax remittance forms, Worker’s Compensation forms, pension contribution forms, benefit program administration, and other government remittances.

• Ensure that all established financial policies, rules, regulations and agreements are followed.

• Ensure that all department processes and procedures are appropriately documented and complied with.

• Process daily accounts payable and receivable transactions accurately and efficiently, in conjunction with the Accounting Coordinator.

• Bi-weekly payroll processing for 30+ employees.

• Provide clerical and administrative support to management, as required.

• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• CPA Designation is preferred with experience in a manufacturing environment.

• 5+ years progressive accounting related experience.

• Payroll and benefits administration experience. Demonstrated working knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

• Advanced computer skills in MS Office with exceptional Excel skills required. The ability to use and/or learn other in-house programs and various financial reporting software systems is also a requirement.

• Experience working with an ERP system would be an asset.

• Strong interpersonal with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Good organizational skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and meet tight reporting deadlines.

• Enjoy a changing and challenging environment and contribute positively to team dynamics.

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to determine best financial approach.

Applicants must be a Canadian resident, legally entitled to work in Canada, and able to communicate fluently in English.

We offer competitive wages, group benefits, a Health Care Spending Account, and an RRSP matching program to all employees upon successful completion of the requisite probationary period.

Qualified candidates can apply by emailing a current resume and cover letter to the attention of Brent McMillan at hr@manitobastarch.com by November 14, 2022.

We thank all that apply.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Help Wanted

is accepting applications for a FULL TIME TAX PREPARER & BOOKKEEPER

Position available immediately. | Wages negotiable. email resume to: neepawaincometax@gmail.com phone: 204-476-3020

Journeyman Plumbers / Pipe Fitters & Apprentices

Mechanical construction experience preferred.

Immediate employment in Brandon & Rural Manitoba area.

Excellent benefit package.

Must have a valid Driver’s License

Please forward resumes to: Neepawa Plumbing & Heating (1979) Ltd. Box 159 Neepawa, MB R0J 1 HO

Or Email dphillips@nphltd.ca

MUNICIPALITY OF WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE Employment Opportunity Receptionist

Term Position November 21, 2022 to April 30, 2024 (12 months)

To apply or for further information such as salary range, benefits, etc. please visit www.westlake-gladstone.ca/p/employment-opportunitiesDeadline to apply is November 14, 2022 at 9:00 a.m.

invites applications for an Educational Assistant at J.M.Young School in Eden (1 year term)

This position is (5.75 hours per day) with an additional 30 minutes of outdoor noon duty.

Previous applicants must submit a new cover letter and resume.

This Educational Assistant position will commence on a mutually agreed upon date.

Successful candidates must complete a Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry check.

Inquiries may be made to Rhonda Dickenson at 4762388.

Send application/resume including references by NOON, Tuesday, November 8, 2022 to: Rhonda Dickenson Coordinator of Student Services Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700, Neepawa, MB . R0J 1H0

TEL: (204) 476-2388 • FAX: (204) 476-3606 EMAIL: bpsd@bpsd.mb.ca

Only those selected for a short list will be contacted. Others are thanked for their interest now.

FOODS

Meat Cutters/Production Personnel

Agricultural Technician

T.I.C. Parts & Service is expanding our operations and now accepting applications for the position of Agricultural Technician.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and complex agricultural equipment diagnostics and determine what repairs are needed.

• Prepare reports and forms required with work assignments.

• Complete set up and pre-delivery inspections of equipment.

Requirements

• Agricultural mechanic experience (Level 2-4)

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Computer knowledge.

• Valid drivers license.

We Offer

• Competitive hourly wages.

• Dental and Medical package. Company RRSP

Product related training and development. New facility to work in.

For More Information Contact Darrell at 204-476-0716

Drop Off Resume

T.I.C. Parts & Service 220 Hwy#5 North, Neepawa, Manitoba

Mail Resume To T.I.C. Parts & Service Box 746, Neepawa, Manitoba, R0J1H0

Email Resume To tic.admin@mymts.net

Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op is hiring FULL TIME FILE MAINTENANCE CLERK at our HOME CENTRE in NEEPAWA, MB.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs

We are looking for:

Duties to include, but not limited to, provide customer service, ensure the overall accuracy and maintenance of the Home Centre price file, maintain all Home Centre receiving’s. Creating price tickets and signs, verifying price accuacy, and merchandising.

Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Highly motivated and ability to multi-task

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to solve problems

• Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days and Saturdays

• Experience with computers

• Must be bondable

Application Deadline: November 14, 2022

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

We offe r career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, benefits package, company matched pension plan and learning/ development opportunities.

Apply online at www.neepawagladstoneco-op.crs or contact us at s.fluker@neepawagladstonecoop.com for more information.

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HyLife is a global leader in food processing. Our mission is to be the best food company in the world. To achieve this, we need talented people to join our HyLife team as the company continues to grow. HyLife is committed to our employees and we have an exciting new career opportunity in the beautiful town of Neepawa, MB for you to explore!

As a Meat Cutter/Production Personnel you will be a critical member of our team in the creation of our world-class product. Our positions range from working on our production floor to shipping the final packaged product, with everything in between!

Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: Slaughter and eviscerate hogs for further processing Harvest and package edible offal

• Process pork carcasses into primal cuts

• Butcher and package pork primal cuts into value-added specifications for local, national, and international premium markets

Carry out other tasks related to the processing of meat for shipping to customers or storage

Sanitation

People who will succeed as members of our team will:

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced, stable, long-term work environment

• Appreciate working in a culturally diverse workplace. We employ people from all over the world!

Treat people with dignity and respect Open to working in colder/warmer environments

Physically Fit Experience as an industrial butcher or trimmer is an asset Current starting wage is $15.75/hour plus a $1.00/hour perfect attendance bonus! Wage scale extends to $23.55 per hour

In addition to HyLife’s benefits, vacation time, and competitive salary our company also offers a $500 dollar employee referral bonus program!

HyLife is here to support you in building an exciting career with our team!

If you have the qualifications and the passion to meet this challenge then we would like to explore your potential. Please apply online at http://hylife.com/current-opportunities/ or email to jobs@hylife.com or mail to PO Box 10,000, 623 Main St E, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0.

We want it to be YOU! Come join our HyLife team. We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Insurance Broker/Trainee

We’re seeking a full time Insurance Representatives to help grow our branch in Ste Rose du Lac, Manitoba. If you want to be part of a growing organization striving to provide personalized customer experiences and a career with immediate potential for growth and promotion, keep reading!

No insurance experience, no problem!

We offer paid education for our employees working toward a license to sell insurance and further their education.

The insurance industry offers stable employment with opportunity for advancement and paths to a variety of diverse roles and responsibilities.

Role & Responsibilities

• Building strong relationships with clients, insurance companies and the community.

• Engaging with clients to understand their unique needs and provide a personalized customer experience.

• Collaborating with management and colleagues to ensure clients are made aware of new products, services or technology offered to meet their insurance needs.

• Participating in ongoing education and development, with a commitment to obtaining the required courses and product training.

Education & Experience

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent

• 2 years of customer service or insurance experience an asset

• Completion or working toward a CAIB designation is an asset

Must demonstrate consistent accuracy and attention to detail

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, RRSPs, flexible work schedule and education opportunities. Our brokerage is dedicated to generating a highquality client experience by a team that is dedicated and engaged. We have an eye on the future with new and exciting ways to meet customer demand.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please send your resumé to careers@andrewagencies.com. Thank you to all who apply. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Andrew Agencies Ltd.

Andrew Agencies Ltd. was established in 1913 as a general insurance agency. Since that time, we have grown into a fullservice insurance and financial services firm, operating 22 locations in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, and employing over 130 staff. Learn more at andrewagencies.com.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

In the matter of the Estate of Dennis Glen Jakubowski, late of the Municipality of North Cypress-Langford, in Manitoba, deceased:

All claims against the above estate, duly verified by Statutory Declaration, must be filed with the undersigned at P.O. Box 309, Neepawa, Manitoba R0J 1H0 on or before the 30th day of November A.D., 2022. Dated at the Town of Neepawa, in the Province of Manitoba, this 28th day of October, A.D., 2022.

TAYLOR LAW PATERSONS LLP Solicitor for the Executor.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PROFESSIONAL AUDIT SERVICES FOR THE YEARS 2022-2024

Proposals for the delivery of audit services will be received by mail or email at: Municipality of North Cypress-Langford PO Box 220 Carberry, MB R0K 0H0 Email: cao@rmofnorthcypress.ca

UNTIL 4:00 P.M, Monday, November 28, 2022

EXCEPT WHERE EXTENDED BY ADDENDUM, IF ANY, PROPOSALS RECEIVED LATER THAN THE TIME STATED ABOVE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Submissions to be clearly marked: PROPOSAL: AUDIT SERVICES 2022-2024

For inquiries contact: Trish Fraser, CAO Office Phone 204-834-6622 Email: cao@rmofnorthcypress.ca

OFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS

MUNICIPALITY OF McCREARY

I, the undersigned, the Senior Election Official for the Municipality of McCreary, certify that below is an accu rate summary of the votes counted for each candidate in respect of this election.

FOR HEAD OF COUNCIL Sonnenberg, Rick 335 Elected Buchanan, Shawn 72

FOR COUNCILLOR Duggan, Donna 332 Elected Janzen, Curt 304 Elected Conrad, Carey 304 Elected Thomson, Dave 114 McLauchlan, Larry 241 Elected

I also certify that 9 ballot papers were declined, rejected, spoiled or taken from the voting station.

Dated at McCreary, Manitoba this 26th day of October, 2022.

Wendy Wolfe, Senior Election Official (SEO) Municipality of McCreary

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF ROSEDALE ELECTION RESULTS

Congratulations! A big welcome to our new Council; Reeve Karl Snezyk

Councillors: Ernie Schure

Robert Scott

Ron Kostenchuk

David Todoruk

Earl Burton WARD 3 - VACANT L.U.D. of Kelwood Committee Members: Doug Wood Grant Levandoski

Joseph Poncsak Jr.

Thank you to all of the candidates, election officials and of course, the voters who participated in the R.M. of Rosedale Election this year!

We would also like to extend a special thank you to our previous Council for their hard work, dedication and commitment to the Municipality. It was a pleasure working with all of you!

More details can be found at www.mbvotes.ca or visit our website at www.rmrosedale.com

Notice

NOTICE IN RESPECT OF AN AMALGAMATION TO MEMBERS OF ACCESS CREDIT UNION LIMITED (the “Credit Union”)

TO: ALL MEMBERS OF THE CREDIT UNION

TAKE NOTICE THAT the Board of Directors of the Credit Union have, in accordance with the Act, resolved at its October 28, 2022 meeting to approve the Amalgamation Agreement and unchanged Articles and Bylaws for a proposed amalgamation of the Credit Union with Casera Credit Union Limited (“Casera”). Casera’s members will have the opportunity to vote on this proposed amalgamation at a Special Meeting called by its Board of Directors. Access’ members will not have the opportunity to vote on this proposed amalgamation because the assets of Access, as valued at the end of its most recent fiscal year, represent 90% or more of the total assets of the proposed amalgamated credit union.

Questions from members regarding the amalgamation resolution can be submitted to Myrna Wiebe, Corporate Secretary at myrna.wiebe@accesscu.ca.

BOARD-APPROVED SPECIAL RESOLUTION

The following Special Resolution was approved by the Board of Directors of Access on October 28, 2022:

“WHEREAS the Board of Directors of the Credit Union has recommended that the Credit Union amalgamate with Casera Credit Union Limited (“Casera”) in accordance with the provisions of the Amalgamation Agreement made between the Credit Union and Casera, dated October 28, 2022 (the “Amalgamation Agreement”);

AND WHEREAS it is in the Credit Union’s best interests to enter into the Amalgamation Agreement and to amalgamate with Casera on the terms and conditions set out therein;

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED AS A SPECIAL RESOLUTION OF THE CREDIT UNION THAT:

1. The execution of the Amalgamation Agreement by the Credit Union be and it is hereby ratified and confirmed;

2. The amalgamation of the Credit Union with Casera on the terms and conditions set out in the Amalgamation Agreement be and it is hereby approved.”

SUMMARY OF THE AMALGAMATION AGREEMENT

An Amalgamation Agreement, dated October 28, 2022, has been approved by the Boards of Directors of the Credit Union and Casera. The agreement provides for the amalgamation of the Credit Union and Casera into one credit union, to be effective on July 1, 2023. The credit union resulting from the amalgamation will be called Access Credit Union Limited and will have its registered office in the Rural Municipality of Stanley, Manitoba.

Following amalgamation, all members of the Credit Union and Casera will be members of the amalgamated credit union and all deposits and shares of or loans owing to either of the predecessor credit unions will be deposits or shares of or loans owing to the amalgamated credit union. The common shares and surplus shares of each of the Credit Union and Casera will become the common shares and surplus shares of the amalgamated credit union on a one for one basis.

RIGHT OF DISSENT

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT, under the provisions of Section 127 of The Credit Unions and Caisses Populaires Act, members have the right to dissent to the proposed amalgamation. To dissent, a written objection to the amalgamation must be submitted to the Registrar (Financial Institutions Regulation Branch) within 15 days following this notice.

DATED this 4th day of November, 2022

ACCESS CREDIT UNION LIMITED By Order of the Board of Directors

Further to the Municipal Councils and School Boards Elec�ons Act –C.C.S.M.c.M257, Sec�on 117, �, Co lleen Synchyshyn, Senior Elec�on Official for the Town of Neepawa hereby declare the following ele c�on results� For the posi�on of Councillor� Candidate # of Votes

Dietrich, Dean 346 Elgert, Brian 366 Gerrard, Darryl 601 Elected Kostenchuk, Marijka 472 Elected Marquez – Hunstad, Mary Ann 411 Nadeau, Jason 572 Elected �arro�, Murray 5�7 Elected �o�n�er, �isa 544 Elected Sisley (Doble), Yvonne 561 Elected Dated at the Town of Neepawa, MB, this 27th day of October, 2022 Colleen Synchyshyn, C.M.M.A. Senior Elec�on Official Box 339, 275 Hamilton St., Neepawa, MB R0H 1H0 Ph (204) 476‐7603, Fax (204) 476‐7624 cao@neepawa.ca | www.neepawa.ca

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES MUNICIPALITY OF GLENELLA-LANSDOWNE

Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 30th day of November, 2022, at the hour of 1:30 PM, at Glenella Community Hall, 100 Ray Street, Glenella, Manitoba, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties:

Roll Number Description

Assessed Value Amount of Arrears & Costs for Which Property May be Offered for Sale

7400 SP LOT 6 BLOCK 3 PLAN 7381 NLTO IN E 1/2 13-15-14 WPM306 HOCKIN STREET, ARDEN L -$3,600 B -$3,200 $2,056.52 12300 AT ARDEN AND BEING LOTS 25 AND 26 BLOCK 16 PLAN 237 NLTO IN E 1/2 13-15-14 WPM - 406 HIPWELL LANE, ARDEN L -$1,400 B -$63,600 $9,184.91 17050 AT ARDEN AND BEING: LOT 8 BLOCK 2 PLAN 491 NLTO EXC: ROAD PLAN 24439 NLTO EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS VESTED IN THE CROWN (MANITOBA) BY THE REAL PROPERTY ACT IN SE 1/4 13-15-14 WPM - 119 SASKATCHEWAN AVE, ARDEN

L -$4,300 $2,269.62 99800 THE SLY 512 FEET OF THE ELY 512 FEET OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 26-16-13 WPM EXC: ALL MINES AND MINERALS IN TRANSFER 49779 NLTO - 73087 PR265

L -$3,700 B -$37,700 $3,587.34

L -$6,900 B -$4,000 $8,373.59 211800 AT GLENELLA AND BEING: LOTS 3, 4, AND 5 BLOCK 9 PLAN 483 NLTO SUBJECT TO SPECIAL RESERVATIONS AS TO MINES MINERALS AND OTHER MATTERS AS PARTICULARLY DEFINED IN THE ORIGINAL GRANT FROM THE CROWN IN NE 1/4 21-18-13 WPM - 50-4TH STREET, GLENELLA

The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property:

• The purchaser of the property will be responsible for any unpaid municipal utilities and any property taxes not yet due.

• The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs.

• If the purchaser intends to bid by proxy, a letter of authorization form must be presented prior to the start of the auction.

• The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.

• The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne as follows:

i) The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR

ii) If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale; AND

iii) A fee in the amount $367.50 ($350 + GST) for preparation of the transfer of title documents. The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title documents in the land titles office, including the registration costs.

• The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.

• The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

• If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.

Dated this 25th day of October, 2022.

Managed by:

Wendy Wutzke Chief Administrative Officer

Municipality of Glenella-Lansdowne Phone: (204) 352-4281 Fax: (204) 352-4100

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interested individuals to present their views on educational and budget priorities for the Board of Trustees to consider in setting the 2023-2024 budget.

How to provide input:

• Send a written submission for the Board’s review.

• Make a presentation at a Board meeting.

• Visit the school division website, rrsd.mb.ca (click on the Budget Input link)

Forward a written submission or a request to make a presentation at a Board meeting to the attention of:

Rolling River School Division c/o Kathlyn McNabb, Secretary-Treasurer Box 1170 Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 kmcnabb@rrsd.mb.ca

Auction Sales

Invitation to Tender

The farm land listed below in the Municipality of GlenellaLansdowne is available for sale: ***Note Highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.

Land SW ¼ of Section 4-18-13WPM

Acres- Approximately 160.00A

There is a 2 story 30 x 20 ft home that was built in 1948 and steel quonset located on Pt. SW 4-18-13WPM.

Sealed Tenders to purchase the land will be received by: TAYLOR LAW PATERSONS LLP, 269 Hamilton Street, P.O. Box 309, Neepawa, Manitoba R0J 1H0 until NOVEMBER 30th, 2022 at 3:30 PM.

Terms & Conditions:

1. Each tender shall be in writing in a sealed envelope, clearly marked as to contents and shall be submitted with a certified cheque OR Bank Draft payable to Taylor Law Patersons LLP in trust) in an amount equal to 10% of the Tender price;

2. If the Tender is accepted, the cheque or draft shall constitute a non-refundable deposit. If the Tenderer fails to complete the purchase of the property, the Seller shall herein retain the deposit as liquidated damages;

3. The balance of the Purchase Price shall be paid by certified cheque, bank draft, and trust conditions on possession date;

4. Possession date to be 30 days after acceptance of Tender;

5. Purchaser will pay the 2023 property taxes;

6. Seller to retain all Mines and Minerals;

7. The Tenderer will pay the applicable GST or provide acceptable undertaking to self-assess;

8. Highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted;

9. The Tenderer shall be deemed to have relied on the Tenderer’s own inspection and knowledge of the land and the titles for the properties, its true condition, possible liabilities and the status of the title hereto independent of any representations by or on behalf of the seller.

FOR SALE BY TENDER

Please accept our invitation to submit a sealed, written tender for the respective property situated within the Rural Municipality of Rosedale, in the Province of Manitoba, and described below to be received by:

TAYLOR LAW PATERSONS LLP Box 309, 269 Hamilton St. Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0

Attention: MATTHEW B. BLUNT Telephone: 204-476-2336 Facsimile: 204-476-5783 mblunt@patersons.ca

Legal description of the property is as follows:

PARCEL 1: NE ¼ 10-15-16 WPM

EXC: NLY 403.5 FEET OF ELY 324 FEET

PARCEL TWO: SE ¼ 10-15-16 WPM

Title No. 1870569/5

CONDITIONS OF TENDER

1. Interested parties must rely on their own inspection and knowledge of the property and not on any representations made by or on behalf of the Vendor.

2. Tenders must be received on or before 5:00 p.m. on December 1st, 2022.

3. Only Tenders in sealed envelopes marked “TENDER” will be considered.

4. Tenders must be accompanied by a twenty (20%)

percent deposit by way of certified cheque or bank draft payable to Taylor Law Patersons LLP. Deposits accompanying unacceptable bids will be refunded.

5. Highest or any Tender not necessarily accepted.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

1. The Closing of any Purchase and Sale resulting from an acceptable Tender will take place on a mutually acceptable date for both parties (the “Closing Date”).

2. The bidder whose Tender is accepted will be required to complete an agreement covering the terms and conditions of sale.

3. On acceptance of the successful Tender, the balance remaining will become payable on the Closing Date. If the balance of the accepted Tender is not paid as of the Closing Date, the Deposit will be forfeited as liquidated damages and not as a penalty.

4. Possession will be provided to the Purchaser as of the Closing Date.

5. All mines and minerals interests are excluded from the Tender and will not be sold.

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What happens when a nation turns from God and seeks its own way?

Since my childhood years I have always loved history. It always fascinated me, my mind, curiosity, everything.

In general, history consists of the rises and falls of dif ferent nations.

I was born in the former Soviet Union in 1971 and clearly remember the first twenty years of my life under communism. At Soviet pub lic schools, I was taught that only fools believed in God. Smart people, free thinkers, should believe in science and trust their government. And I believed whole heartedly all the stuff I was taught. Many Soviet citizens believed the communist state propaganda that two

children were enough to have a good family. Parents with more than two chil dren were ridiculed by the media, society, and their neighbours.

Such a societal pressure forced many couples to abort/murder their own babies. People were brain washed and did not know the other way.

Evangelical, Bible-believ ing Christians were heavily persecuted by the Soviet au thorities. Children were not allowed to go to the churches with their own parents. Pas tors and churches members were often fined, exiled, and imprisoned. Some got killed by the atheist state for their faith in Christ. That was their crime against the Communist Party, their faith

in God of the Bible.

The Soviet Union fell in December of 1991. God said, “enough”.

What happens when a nation turns away from God and seeks its own way? In the case of Israel in the Old Testament times, God allowed the nation to be overrun by enemies (Judges 2:20-22).

God gave Israelites to other nations as slaves for their idolatry. When the na tion of Israel failed to learn its lessons, God allowed the coming of invaders to de stroy Israelites. The slavery of children, the loneliness and pain of being separ ated from your own parents – all were God’s judgment for missed opportunities to serve and worship God

(Deuteronomy 28:32, 41, 47-48).

God brought other na tions to Israel, and He re fused to fight on their behalf.

Now switching to our times and location. We have tolerated divorce; we have allowed the media to steal the hearts of our children, we have followed greed and pleasure. In these and other ways, we have drunk as a society from the fountains of this fallen world. And we are beginning to reap the whirlwind.

Yes, God is there for us, but only if we humble our selves and repent of our sins

in this critical hour. 2Chron icles 7:14, “And my people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin and will heal their land” (NASB).

That was God’s answer to the prayer of King Solomon, King of Israel. Wise people learn from the mistakes of others, unwise people must learn a hard way from their own mistakes.

Choose light, the glorious light of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Do not live and walk in the darkness of the

devil who has been the liar, the thief, and the murderer from the very beginning.

Time is running out. Time is short. Eternity is long. Do not waste your time and believe in Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior.

Lord, please extend your time of grace for Canada and hear the prayers of your children for the salvation of many.

On the other hand, if You plan to come soon, come, Lord Jesus (Revela tion 22:20).

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Manitoba Ag Ex showcases livestock industry

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Day 1

Manitoba Ag Ex kicked off with a bang (or rather, a moo) at the Keystone Centre in Brandon on Wed. Oct 26 with Moo Mania, a school-based program for students in grades 3-5 in Southwest Manitoba. It’s offered by the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba in conjunc tion with Manitoba Ag Ex. Kristen Laing Breem ersch is the main in structor for Moo Mania, as well as the Program and Volunteer Manager with the Provincial Ex hibition of Manitoba.

The main goal of Moo Mania is to educate and to bring awareness about agriculture to youth in the region. In fact, it’s in the Manitoba public school curriculum. Moo Mania has been running for over 10 years. Kristen talks about the benefits of beef, the business of the cattle industry, and how the cattle industry benefits the environment and wetlands. Kids get to see the different breeds of cattle in-person.

After the morning’s

Above: Jr. Showmanship Class at the 2022 Manitoba Ag Ex. Winner of this championship class receives a $2,000 Scholarship from Twerdun Wealth Management. Right: Sheep getting their wool sheared during the shearing demonstration.

Moo Mania, a clipping clinic was held by Justin Morrison, owner/oper ator of Brooking Angus Ranch in Saskatchewan.

Morrison is well-known for his grooming and clip ping skills. The clinic was aimed at youth to learn how to present cattle, improve their showing skills, and learn proper techniques to achieve that perfect look.

Meanwhile, cattle were being shampooed and some last-minute cow licks were being trimmed. Trent explains that he clips his cattle about 2 weeks prior to showing, but then after they get washed at the venue, some stray hairs need to be touched up.

Show results: Little Lady Classic Show Champion – Simmental Heifer

HFL Bretta 2039K of Horner Cattle Co., shown by Laura Horner from Minnedosa.

Day 2

Day two of the Mani toba Ag Ex was a busy day, with both sheep and cattle events taking place. This is the first year that sheep were on the pro gram, and the Manitoba Sheep Association dove head-first in offering three full days of events.

Thurs. Oct. 27 started off with Ewe Mania, a sheep version of Moo Mania, which was geared towards grades 6-8 stu dents. A small flock of sheep and a sheep dog were brought in for a demonstration of how the little dog moves, herds, and manages the sheep. The benefits of wool, as well as the benefits that raising sheep has on the ecosystem, were discussed.

Shepherdess Anna Hunter owns and oper ates Manitoba’s only wool mill at her farm, Long Way Homestead. She’s been training others on how to open up their own

mill, as there’s plenty of demand—her own mill has a 12-18 month long waiting list! Besides mak ing yarn, she makes wool pellets to enrich the soil. The pellets help with water retention, aeration, and act as a natural fer tilizer and pest repellent, all while diverting wool waste from landfills and returning nutrients back to the soil. She works with Canadian sheep farm ers to add value to their product.

Thursday’s schedule included the Angus Show,

the Shorthorn Show, and the Speckle Park Show.

Top industry judges, Katie Songer and Jeff Lees, were contracted for the Manitoba Ag Ex cattle showing events.

Katie Songer is the third generation in her family to breed cattle in central Alberta. Her herd con sists of purebred Here fords, Shorthorns and commercial club-calf producing females. She judged at the Calgary Stampede this past July.

Jeff Lees is a seventhgeneration farmer and

rancher from Saskatch ewan, breeding, showing, and selling Herefords, even selling his Here fords internationally to Great Britain and Japan. This duo of judges are keen observers, noticing every little detail of the animal’s physique and posture.

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shows it’s enthusiasm for Halloween

Banner & Pressneepawa Women in the war years

Women took up a variety of roles to help out during the war years. Whether it was at home– working in industry, fundraising, sewing quilts and clothing to send overseas and more– or enlisting for military service, they stepped up to the plate to aid the efforts in any way they could. Courtesy of all those who aided in the culmination of materials, the Banner & Press is glad to highlight these efforts throughout this B-section. Pictured: A pair of unidentified Canadian nursing sisters. Note: The Banner & Press thanks all those who provided materials and submissions for the purpose of a special Remembrance Day section. Any submissions that were received, but were unable to be used in this year’s edition due to space or theme limitations, have been saved for future use.

We will Remember them!

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Stella-Jones wishes to thank and remember all of our Canadian Veterans who sacrificed so much so that we may all live and work in freedom

Marguerite Briese, mechanic and Wren

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

The following story is told using information provided courtesy of Barbara Jardine, daughter of Marguerite E. Briese.

Marguerite E. Briese, World War II Veteran (registration #896), was born in Neepawa on Jan. 3, 1919 to parents Julius C. Briese and E. Rosetta “Rose” J. (Atwood) Briese.

Prior to enlisting, Mar guerite worked at the Air Observers’ Training School in Portage La Prairie. There, she and the other women were called Hangor Girls or Hangar Gals. She worked as an airplane mechanic, servicing Avro Ansons– a type of aircraft commonly used at train ing schools. Briese also spliced cables and packed parachutes.

This and similar job experiences were fairly new in those days. Back then, with the societal prejudi ces of the time, women typically only worked in the home. However, dur ing World War II, women filled the vacancies left by the men who volunteered for military service. Women across Canada enlisted for jobs such as those involving heavy industry, farm labour and munitions, welding, electronics, drafting and industrial chemistry.

Some women even directed all the engineer ing work for Canadian pro

duction of Hurricane and Helldiver fighter planes.

Although most positions tended to be behind-thescenes, often on assembly lines, the experience is noted as being a positive and liberating one for many Canadian women. As well, many sought work outside the home after the war concluded and they were dismissed from those temporary jobs.

Enlisted service Marguerite joined the wartime efforts in another manner, too engaging in active service on Dec. 29,

Pictured left: Marguerite E. Briese, mother of Barbara Jardine of Neepawa, in her H.M.C.S. uniform. Above: In this photo, Marguerite can be spotted on the left side of the middle row, seated directly to the right of the plane’s propellor. This photo was taken at Portage La Prairie, during her time as a mechanic there for the Air Observers’ Training School.

1942. She served as a mem ber of the Women’s Royal Canadian Naval Service (W.R.C.N.S.), being re ferred to as a Wren. Briese’s service at this naval service was in the medical branch.

She left for training with the first draft of women departing from Winnipeg and was the only young woman from the Neepawa area to leave at that time. Marguerite completed her basic nurse’s training at Galt, Ontario prior to be ing shipped out to active service.

She served at Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship

(H.M.C.S.) Stadacona, located in Halifax, Nova Scotia from Apr. 28, 1943 to Aug. 2, 1944 as a Sick Berth Attendant. Briese advanced to Leading Sick Berth At tendant at H.M.C.S. Ava lon, located at St. John’s, Newfoundland from Aug. 3, 1944 to Aug. 1, 1945.

It was here that Mar guerite and 14 other Wrens were sent to open up the new Royal Canadian Naval Hospital #1, located in

Topsail Rd.– 10 miles out of St. John’s. There, she met her future husband, D. Roy Baker. Roy was a pharmacist who was also in the medical branch of the Royal Canadian Navy. From there, she went to H.M.C.S. Chippawa, Winnipeg, MB. on Aug. 2, 1945 before an honourable discharge on Sept. 10, 1945. Briese then returned home and nursed for two years at the Neepawa General

Hospital. Awaiting Roy’s dis charge, the two married in September of 1947. They moved to Hamilton, On tario– Roy’s hometown–and remained there.

Marguerite Briese passed away May 4, 1997.

PHOTOS PROVIDED BY BARBARA JARDINE

The first CWAC provosts posted at Camp Shilo

Father and daughter quartette in the army

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

In March of 1942, the Royal Canadian Air Force Women’s Division became the first women’s branch to authorize creation of a policing trade. The Canadian Army followed the air force’s lead soon after. After approval of a request made by the Provost Marshal to employ Canadian Women’s Army Corp (CWAC) service women on provost duties in July 1942, women were able to enlist as CWAC provosts.

Around this point in time is when the individuals pictured above began their service stories.

Myrtle Irene McManus (later Glaw son), of Minnedosa, Manitoba, joined the Four Corp of the CWAC on Mar. 6, 1943. She was sworn into the Military Police. Irene, along with Nellie Stewart, of Birtle; and S. Chornobay, of Winnipeg, were the first CWAC provosts to be posted at Camp Shilo in Manitoba.

McManus stayed at Camp Shilo until Sept. 28, 1945, at which time she was discharged. She received a Canadian Volunteer Service Medal with 1929 and 1945 stars.

While still in service, she had married Sergeant Harvey Glawson, who was also stationed at Camp Shilo. Their marriage took place on Apr. 13, 1944. They had a son, Wayne, and a daughter, Donna.

Irene passed away in August 1975. Other members of her family who had enlisted were Oscar and Norval, both in the Army and Clifford in the RCAF.

Note: This information was compiled from an entry written by Muriel McManus for the book “Women of the War Years, Stories of Determination and Indomitable Courage” and from the Canadian Military Police Association.

These individuals were pictured in the Oct. 22, 1942 edition of the Neepawa Banner & Press. Shown are three fathers and three daughters. They were in service in the same garrison at Fort Osborne Barracks, Winnipeg.

The fathers, members of No. 37 Company, Veterans’ Guard of Canada had all served previously in WWI. The daughters were members of the Canadian Women’s Army Corps.

From left to right are: Pte. John P. Humberstone and daughter Hilda, formerly of The Pas; Pte. George Frost and daughter, Margaret, of Neepawa; and Pte. Herbert T. Redfern and his daughter, Pansy May, of Swan River.

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From left to right: Myrtle I. McAnnis (Minnedosa), N. J. Stewart (Birtle) and S. Chornobay (Winnipeg). They were the first CWAC provosts posted at Camp Shilo.

‘We were within a mile of where dad found her’

Ron and Lynne Curtis visit baby rescued by family member during World War II

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

This story is of quite a differ ent nature to the others featured in this section. One that the Banner & Press felt touching, timely and of the utmost importance to share.

A story that got its start in September of 1941 has officially come full-circle. Ron and Lynne Curtis, of Neepawa, returned from Europe on Oct. 12 after vis iting someone quite special to the Curtis family. A baby, now all grown up, that had been found by the late Ernie Curtis, Ron’s father, in the midst of World War II. A woman in London, England known now by the name of Mary Crabb.

Winelda Curtis of Bran don, wife of Ernie and just about 98 years old, was unable to join her son and daughter in-law for the visit. However, she was available by phone to share some of the background.

According to the Curtis family and an article Ron had previously read, it all began in Woking, Surrey at the Horsell Common– a common land that could be used by the people living nearby for any reason, if needed.

“It was an absolute mir acle. They were in a convoy, had stopped somewhere in the Common and were wait

ing for zero hour,” said Ron. Winelda added, “They’d heard this squawking in the bushes and thought it was a wild animal. So they went to investigate it and there was this baby that had just been born. My husband had to cut the cord and everything.”

After cutting the cord and tying it, Ernie acted swiftly.

Retrieving a fresh pair of underwear from his back pack and wrapped her in it to keep her warm. Then, with some of the water he had on hand, washed her face before going with his fellows– Bob Griffin and A. J. Brackett– to take her via army truck to the nearest hospital.

“The doctors there didn’t think she’d survive since she was so cold,” said Winelda. “And they figured she had been born just two or three hours before.”

Lynne added, “They said she was having trouble breathing by the time she got to the hospital. But she survived and lived for five months there. Because nei

ther her grandmother nor her mother wanted her, in Mary’s words.”

Ron explained further, stating that Mary’s grand mother had already had 10 kids to care for and couldn’t manage another. As well, that it had actually been the desire of his father to bring baby Mary back to Canada.

However, it wasn’t able to happen.

“His sister had been willing to adopt her, but England wouldn’t let her be adopted out of the country,” Winelda shared.

A story and a question

After the conclusion of Er nie’s army service, he never got back to England to look for her. Still, he made efforts while home in Canada to find information. He searched, even enlisting the help of a friend and colleague in 1960 by the name of Alex Wanlin–an Air Canada pilot who flew in England. However, due to confidentiality, neither were

able to drum up any results.

And so, for a long while, the finding of the baby remained a family story. As well, for Ernie, the question as to what happened to her lingered until his passing on

Sept. 7, 1995.

“Dad had always talked, wondering what happened to that baby,” said Ron. “Our kids, his grandkids, used to sit on dad’s knee and ask him to tell the story.”

Lynne laughed and added, “Jodi, our daughter, did all the time.”

Then, in 2019, the miracu lous happened and contact was made.

As it turned out, not only had Mary survived and been adopted, but she had begun her own search for the soldiers who found her. This began in approximately 2006, Ron estimates, when Mary’s nephew found a photo of her as a baby in the archives of a library. The photo was of her in a crib, with the three who saved her watching over her.

All the research that tran spired after that all led up to the events of 2019, when Crabb was able to get in touch with the Curtis family.

From there, the Curtis family learned of Mary’s adoption and the life she lived after.

“It was mind-blowing–Dad would have been so ecstatic,” said Lynne.

Winelda added, “It was wonderful for us to find out about her. And ever since then, she’s called us her Canadian family. I FaceTime her quite often, and she FaceTimes me, too.”

They also learned more about the circumstances of Crabb’s birth. The woman who gave birth to Mary, Lil lian, had been working at the nearby Wapshott Farm. She was a dairy maid, employed as part of the Land Army.

Every day, she travelled by bicycle from where she lived– a boarding house at #1 Adelaide Villas, in the same area– going through Horsell Common to get there.

According to the accounts provided, Lillian had not been feeling well at work that day and was recommended

to go home early.

“She rode her bicycle home, stopping at the Horsell Common to give birth to the baby,” said Lynne. “Then she went the rest of the way home.”

The woman was later ar rested for abandonment.

Families united

All of this time, research and the establishment of contact brings us back to the present. Ron and Lynne spent four days with Mary Crabb– meeting her hus band, Jack; son, Darin; and Teresa, her daughter in-law. “We also met Jack Jr., Darin and Teresa’s son,” said Lynne. “They’re all very wonderful people.”

Together, Ron, Lynne, Mary and Jack visited the boarding house where Mary’s mother lived. Then, from there, Horsell Common and the farm. However, it was Horsell that was the highlight. The group’s time

there was emotional for all.

“For Ron, it felt like he was living out his dad’s wishes,” said Lynne. “Finding this baby who’s all grown now and doing well.”

Ron added, “It would be dad’s wish come true. It was exciting for us, but also very special for Mary.”

One thing that shocked the Curtis family was the sheer size of the Common. Ron told the Banner & Press that they were expecting a park the size of Riverbend in Neepawa, at most. What they found instead was land amounting to a whopping 880 acres.

“It was an absolute miracle [the soldiers found her],” Ron confided. “Though we didn’t visit the exact location she was found, for mobility reasons, we were within about a mile of where dad found her, when we visited Horsell.”

This location was made special for another reason

during the visit.

“We took her a maple leaf,” Lynne explained. “We gave her a necklace that is a maple leaf while we were at Horsell Common, so that she would have a piece of Canada.”

Although Winelda was unable to join them all physic ally, she and other members of the family did have a call with them all while they were together in England.

“It’s been so nice for us all to be talking with them over there, overall,” said Winelda. “Technology sure is a won derful thing now. And she’s sent me pictures of when she was a baby, of when she was six years old and when she started school and so on.”

In her final comments, Winelda expressed just how special this occasion is to her, stating, “My husband would be so glad to know that she had such a good life. She was adopted by a very good family, and that helped a lot.”

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Ron and Lynne Curtis, of Neepawa, went on a trip to Europe recently. While there, they visited with Mary Crabb, who was abandoned as a baby during World War II and found by Ron’s father, the late Ernie Curtis. Above: Mary (far left) and Jack Crabb (far right), along with daughter in-law Teresa and son Darin (both pictured centre-right) all got together with Ron and Lynne Curtis (both pictured centre left) as part of their visit with each other.

Jack (left) and Mary Crabb (centre) stand with Ron Curtis (right) in part of the large Horsell Commons where Mary was born.

Above: Pictured in 2019, Jodi Douglas (left) sat with her grandmother, Winelda Curtis, reading a scrapbook celebrating the life of the late Ernie Curtis. Below: Royal Canadian Artillery members Ernie Curtis, Bob Griffin and A. J. Bracket look into the crib of baby Mary Crabb in 1941 after taking her to the hospital. Bottom: Sergeant Ernie Curtis.

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Mary Dewar– a woman undeterred

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

Mary Margaret Long (later Dewar), was born in Gladstone on Aug. 30, 1918 to parents Henry (hailing from Ireland) and Phoebe Long (from Lewisham, England). Born the second child, Mary had one older brother, Charles, and a younger sister, Dorothy Mildred.

John Dewar, who would later be her husband, also lived in Gladstone. The two knew each other all their lives. However, according to the account provided by her family, “they were not married until each had had many adventures.”

A self-described tomboy, Mary spent her free time playing hockey, skiing and playing baseball. As a young girl she also liked to try her hand with her

brother’s 22 rifle. Though, her family reports that she mostly succeeded in spook ing the neighbours, who feared for the safety of their chickens and cows.

After finishing her for mal education in her home town, she went to work for four years as a sales lady at a department store, one year as book keeper at Dewar’s Cafe and another year as a receptionist for Dr. Roy P. Brown.

Then, on Sept. 15, 1941, Mary and her good friend Mollie Dustin went to Win nipeg to register for service with the Army, Navy and Air Force. When Mary’s brother, Charles (stationed in the RCAF at Malton, Ontario), found out that Mary had enlisted, he got compassionate leave to come home.

He’d hoped to change her mind, but was not success

ful. And so, Mary’s career in the Army began. They called for her on Jan. 31, 1942, making her the first woman from the Gladstone area to be called up for Army Service. She got her start in Winnipeg, with her first uniform being a pair of Oxfords and men’s battle dress.

Mary spent her first two weeks at Minto Armor ies in Winnipeg for basic training. Then, from there she went to Shilo with the ordinance core in the Motor Transport section. Altogether there were 15 women to 15,000 men in Shilo. Those women were also the first to work there.

Mary worked in Ordin ance, being paid $11 every two weeks, and reportedly had quite fond memories of her time at Shilo. Another Gladstone woman, Maude Costella, also served with the Canadian Women’s Army Corp (CWAC) at Shilo. She worked at the CWAC HQ, working in the Officer’s Mess.

Even while enlisted, Mary found the time to pursue her love of baseball. While at Shilo, she hap pened to break her index finger during a ball game. This was her only war in jury, but was a proven pain while attempting to type.

Some of the games re called include the cham pionship for MD 10 (Lake head to Regina) and a game from her time overseas, located at Hyde Park in London.

Work overseas

According to her family, Mary’s desire to serve over seas was so strong that she willingly took a demotion from Corporal to Private in order to achieve her goals. On Sept. 10, 1944, Mary sailed on the Mauri tania– without a convoy– to London, England.

Although the trip was smooth, the ship was kept

under strict surveillance. At one point in the jour ney, it travelled through an oil slick, which had been caused by an oil tanker that had been torpedoed.

Upon arrival to England, Mary and four other women were taken to barracks to await their first-day orien tation. However, shortly after they arrived, the raid sirens sounded off. In all the confusion, the new arrivals were temporarily forgotten and left to their own devices.

This was when Mary ate– yes, ate– her first ciga

rette, being “too scared to smoke it”. Prior to that, she hadn’t even so much as held a cigarette.

They were all quite lucky to survive all the bombing raids, V1 and V2 rockets. However, this wouldn’t be Mary’s only scare. While on a weekend pass to her aunt Dorothy’s place at one point, the air raid siren sounded again.

“Too stubborn to go to a bomb shelter, she was rather frightened to find her bed jammed at the head of the stairway and her in it,”

Mary’s family exclaimed in their report. “Thank goodness the bed was about six inches wider than the stairway, or she would have had a rather nasty ride.”

Mary was able to meet most of her mother’s other family members while she was in England, but was unable to visit her father’s. This was because they resided in Ireland, which was off limits to the Armed Services.

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Pictured above: At centre is Mary Dewar, of Gladstone. She could not be deterred from service and even took a demotion in order to serve overseas.

Mary Dewar (centre) with her friend Maude Costella (left), also of Gladstone. The woman at the right was unidentified in the original cutline.

Remembrance Day service details

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Banner & Press

With the easing of conditions surround ing the COVID-19 pandemic, Legions in the area are happy to welcome everyone back to full Remembrance Day services this year. For all services being held, masks are welcome but not required, as per cur rent public health requirements.

The following details are current as of Oct. 21.

Neepawa services

Neepawa Legion Branch #23 is wel coming everyone back to the Yellowhead Hall for services this year. Services this year will begin at 10:30 a.m. A full wreath laying ceremony will be held during the service. One wreath will also be placed at the cenotaph prior to the services.

After services have concluded, the Le gion Ladies’ Auxiliary will be hosting a luncheon at the Legion Hall. A banquet

at the Legion Clubroom at 6:30 p.m., with cocktails beginning at 6:00 p.m. Banquet tickets can be purchased for $20 from the Legion.

Erickson services

Services for Erickson/Clanwilliam will take place on Nov. 11 at 10:45 a.m. at the Erickson Legion hall, located at 30 First Street SW in Erickson. A lunch will be served following the service.

An additional service will also be held at the Clanwilliam Cenotaph at 2:00 p.m.

Minnedosa services

Minnedosa Legion will be holding a full community service this year. The service will be on Nov. 11 at 10:45 a.m., with ser vices being conducted in the Minnedosa Community Conference Centre.

Gladstone services

Gladstone Legion Branch No. 110’s Remembrance Day service will begin at

10:15 a.m. on Nov. 11 at the Stride Hall. There will be a lunch to follow after the service.

A Tag Day will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Oct. 28 for people to purchase poppies, pins and bracelets at several locations in town. As well, on Nov. 1, there will be poppy boxes placed in the business and other locations for people to get a poppy.

Plumas services

Plumas Legion Branch No. 189 will be hosting a gathering at the cenotaph at 10:45 a.m. on Nov. 11. Legion members will gather there or march there from the hall, depending on the weather. All are invited to the community hall for lunch and a short program.

Kelwood services

All those wishing to attend services for Remembrance Day at Kelwood are asked to gather at the Legion for 10:30 a.m. Ser

vices proper will commence at 11:00 a.m. Following services, there will be a lunch hosted in the Legion Hall.

Carberry services

The Carberry Legion Branch #153 will be hosting a Remembrance Day service in the Carberry Memorial Community Hall on Nov. 11. All attendees are asked to be seated by 10:45 a.m.

McCreary services

All are welcome to gather at the Legion for 10:45 a.m., with services commencing at 11:00 a.m. A wreath ceremony will also take place at the cenotaph.

Once services have concluded, everyone is welcome to enjoy lunch at the Legion Hall.

Ste. Rose services

Services for Ste. Rose will take place on Thursday, Nov. 10 at 10:30 a.m., held in the Ste. Rose School gymnasium.

Dewar a community-minded individual

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Holding experience working in a doctor’s of fice in her civilian life, Mary was placed to work with medical records in England. Everything was coded– ailments, injuries and much more. At Acton, they received all the records for the Army, Navy, Air Force and merchant marines. A small office, the team consisted of four CWACs, two male doctors, five female civil servants and two ‘runners’.

Due to the nature of her work, Mary was one of the last Canadian Service person nel to return to Canada. She received her discharge on Apr. 26, 1946, making her re turn trip on the Isle de France. It was a very rough crossingover, but she returned safely home to Glad stone.

She lived a full life, re turning to family and to work. Mary and John Dewar were married on Sept. 16, 1947 and both worked at Dewar’s Cafe and Bakery. Eventually, they even took over oper ation of the shop.

They moved, for a time, in 1970. That year, after

having started a career with the Gladstone post office in 1959, John had become postmaster for Gillam, Manitoba. Mary and John lived there from 1970 until 1983, retiring back to Gladstone.

Mary played her final game of baseball at the age of 53 before mov ing into the Centennial Apartments in 1990. She lived there for three years before happily moving back out to live in her own

home again. She loved all kinds of crafts and would help John hook rugs and make crafts with her friends for a variety of organizations they each be longed to. Mary was a member of the Rebecca Lodge since 1937, holding all titles through out her years–including Nobel Grand in 1953. She was a char ter member of the Royal Pur ple since its in ception in 1949, again holding a variety of titles, such as Hon oured Royal Lady. She was also a member of the Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary. Additionally, at one time, she was a member of the IODE.

Mary passed away peacefully on Dec. 7, 1999. Her daughters were – Sandra Dorothy, born 1949; Donald Diane, born 1952; and Jacque line Dawn, born 1954. In 1999, she had nine grandchildren and six great grand-children.

Note: This story is a cul mination of information from “Women of the War Years, Stories of Determination and Indomitable Courage”. The article in that book was provided by her family.

PHOTO FROM “WOMEN OF THE WAR YEARS, STORIES OF DETERMINATION AND INDOMITABLE COURAGE”

Women preparing to ship off. The details listed with the photo were: Shilo 1942, station at Douglas, Manitoba.

Five-year passion project honours local enlisted

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

A long-term project to honour area locals has finally come to fruition. After approximately five years of hard work and dedication, Carol Bray, Norma Forsman and Louise Oman were able to complete a master copy of their War Memorial project last win ter. The memorial project is a set of books, binders full of pictures and information for those from or around Nee pawa who enlisted to serve during World War I (WWI) and World War II (WWII).

Bray, who met with the Neepawa Banner & Press on Oct. 6, said that it was tough to get going at first, with information being quite sparse.

“Things started out pretty lean. Once we got going, though, it became a full-time thing,” said Bray. “We used the museum’s database to find some names to start, but then as we worked from there we actually ended up with a lot more names than were in that base.”

A project such as this required good organization. As such, Bray has a pair of catalogues listing all of the individuals featured, as well as the names and numbers for anyone who was con tacted to get information. This allows Bray and her

The women pictured here are just a few of those from Neepawa and area– or who lived at Neepawa and area later in life– who enlisted to serve in a variety of occupations during the war years. These and several more women and men are highlighted in the books made by Carol Bray, Norma Forsman and Louise Oman. Those pictured, from left to right, are: S/Sgt. Shirley Hope Anderson, Margaret Eleanor Adamson, Lieut. Nursing Sister Winona Ellen (Brown) Sinclair and Lieutenant Alice Nicholson.

team to quickly find the featured individual’s name, what book their informa tion is included in and look them up from there. As well, to reach out to the related contacts again if needed.

The project itself is made up of photos and infor mation for the featured individuals, which were all put together, sorted and inserted into large binders. Altogether, the collection is extensive in the very sense of the word.

“We have six binders completely full for just World War II alone, then two full binders for World War I. The reason we only have two for World War I is that their attestation papers are all available online,”

Bray explained. “It was quite the project. It took a long time to make sure you had the right person. Then, from there, to just get as much information as possible. Doing research through books, informa tion online and looking for family members who might know something, too.”

Bray added, “When we first got going, it started out only including people who enlisted here. But then we had people like Dudley Lee who have lived their whole lives in the Neepawa region, but enlisted elsewhere. So we certainly had to include them as well.”

More info welcome

Despite the collection the memorial team accrued, Bray is certain there are some people that may have been missed. As well, some of the individuals had sparse information available.

“I’m eager to add more to the collection, if someone who takes a look through the books has additional information,” said Bray. “Or even just a correction for us. I’m more than happy to go back in and get the information fixed up.”

This project will have a home in three places. One is ready to go for the Beauti ful Plains Museum once staff are ready to collect it, another for the Beautiful Plains Archives and a third copy will be ready for the Neepawa Legion by Re membrance Day.

In her final comments, Bray noted that she in par ticular was pleased to have the memorial books at the Legion, stating, “I’m quite glad we’ll have one being kept there. That’s where a project like this should be.”

In alignment for the theme of this year’s Re membrance Day section, the Banner & Press has selected a few of the women included in the war memorial project to highlight on these pages. The following details are a portion of their stories:

Shirley Anderson

Shirley Anderson enlisted at Winnipeg with the Can adian Women’s Army Corps (CWAC) in August of 1943, at 19 years of age.

After enlisting, she was stationed in the National Defence Headquarters at Ottawa, Ontario. While working there, she served in

‘Movement Control’.

After an honourable dis charge in Winnipeg in June of 1946, Shirley received nurse’s training at the Win nipeg General Hospital. Graduating in 1951, Shirley went on to work in a variety of hospitals. Included in this was the McCreary Hospi tal, where she became the Matron.

Margaret Adamson

In 1953, Margaret Ad amson enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force to join the war effort in Korea. The war ended shortly after her enlistment.

Adamson was later post ed to #5 Supply Depot at Moncton, New Brunswick, where she worked in the pay accounts section.

In April of 1955, Adam son was transferred to a NATO base at 2(F) Wing, Grostengrun, France. Ac cording to her obituary, these bases were established because of the Cold War and Communism.

Winona Brown

Lieut. Nursing Sister Winona Ellen Brown was born on July 13, 1912 to par ents Douglas Kinnaird and Gertrude (Kerr) Brown, of Neepawa. She received her education here before going to Winnipeg to study nursing. She graduated in 1934 and, on Feb. 23, 1942, Brown joined the Canadian Army. While enlisted, she served as a nursing sister both in Canada and over seas in Britain. She served until her discharge on Apr. 28, 1944.

Alice Nicholson

Alice Nicholson joined the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps (No. 5 Med ical Unit) in 1939, serving overseas in England, Sicily and Italy. She also worked for a time at the Cliveden Services Hospital in Eng land.

For her exceptional war time service, Nicholson was awarded the Royal Red Cross and Oak Leaf, at Government House, by Lord Alexander of Tunis.

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