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Final touches completed at Happy Rock Children’s Centre

By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press

After about eight years of planning, fundraising and organizing, the Happy Rock Children’s Centre moved into their new facility this year. The move happened in February, a few months after the prefabricated modules of the building were brought on-site. However, the last finishing touch, the daycare’s playground, was completed in August.

The new building has upped their capacity from 24 to 32 preschoolers and eight infants. Sheena Kopytko, an Early Childhood Educator 2 at Happy Rock, said that they’re very happy with the new centre, which they officially occupied on Feb. 3. “We were just getting settled in when COVID-19 hit,” she added.

Kopytko noted that Mar. 18 was the last day that they had a normal level of kids and staff in the building before things just dropped

off. Then for about three or four weeks, there were very few kids and only three staff in the facility.

Because of COVID-19, there had been a cap on how many kids could be in the space, with the added restriction that they could only be children of essential workers. Kopytko stated that they expected to have a fair amount of essential workers use the available spaces, but they had fewer kids than they had thought.

With the smaller number of children to care for, Kopytko explained that they at least had some more time to get some things done in the new building that they would have otherwise had to do during off-hours. “We used the time very well,” she stated.

After restrictions started loosening, they slowly had more and more kids back in the daycare. Because of COVID-19 precautions, their cohort size per room is capped at 30 kids, so they’ve adjusted their cap-

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Happy Rock Children’s Centre moved into their new building in February. The playground, which was the last thing to get finished at the new facility, was just completed in August.

acity in the preschool age to 30 so they can keep to that guideline. Kopytko noted that they’re now back at

capacity and have a waiting list once again.

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The jobs are out there, who wants one?

Westlake Employment looking to lure more people back to the workforce

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press The job market in western Manitoba is on an upward trajectory, with employment opportunities popping up in a wide array of careers. The only thing it needs right now is people to actually fill the positions.

Kimberly Yerex, the employment services manager with Westlake Employment Skills & Service Centre at 41 Main Street East in Neepawa, recently spoke to the Banner & Press on the variety of employment opportunities that are out there right now.

“We have some really good job opportunities here. We have one employer, who is looking to train a plumber apprentice, which is an excellent opportunity.

We have other positions, from potato pickers, to cleaning staff, sales and sales managers. All sorts of positions,” indicated Yerex.

Over the course of the summer, Westlake Employment tried several options for advertising those job openings, but could not generate the amount of interest needed to fill the available positions.

“We have Facebook, we have the [Westlake Em-

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ployment] website, where we post our job listings.

We’ve posted at the post office and also, we send [ job postings] to the town offices and the RMs in the area. Still, we’ve had very few people come in,” said Yerex.

Yerex noted that in June and July, it was nearly impossible to keep up with all the emails and phone calls from employers, who were at an absolute loss for ideas on where to find employees. She said that heading into the fall, the job market is strong within the region and that people should feel optimistic about finding something local that suits their needs and interests.

“We have all sorts of opportunities. Some employers are looking for skilled help, others are willing to train for some very good positions,” Yerex stressed.

“Westlake offers so many services for training and assisting job seekers. We hope people will take advantage of the Skills & Service Centre. Come down to the office, take a look at the listings. There may be something perfect out there for you.”

Local artist enters Juried Art Show

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

A local artist has entered the Manitoba Rural Northern Juried Art Show (Westman region) for the very first time. Brad Mummery, an avid scroll saw artist, used his family history and his personal appreciation for first responders to create his submission.

Brad’s uncle, Mel, was a fire chief at Minnedosa and had been responding to a barn fire near Clanwilliam. The barn and animals were unable to be saved, leaving Mel in anguish.

Bob Mummery, Mel’s son and a photographer for the Minnedosa Tribune (and other notable ventures) in past years, collected a snapshot of the scene.

“Bob captured it at the perfect moment,” said Brad.

With permission to use the photo of his uncle, Brad got to work recreating it using his own medium.

“I had a friend– an artist– that I always admired and I’ve always liked wood working. I started with the scroll saw approximately 25 years ago now. It’s a little bit addictive,” said Brad. “[My biggest challenge was] to learn how to use the airbrush to add the smoke and f lames with colour India Ink. It’s sort of like a lost art– back in the day, there wasn’t colour film. So they would use an airbrush to add color to black and white photos. I was happy to learn and bring it to life.”

The scroll saw art of Brad’s uncle is the second piece in a series that he is doing to honour first responders, which he began prior to COVID-19. Brad plans on honouring ambu-

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Brad Mummery, local artist, stands with an unfinished copy of his scroll saw submission and a sample of his air brush work. Brad cuts his scroll saw work in stacks of four, which leaves him three extra copies of each piece. To see Mummery’s completed competition piece, visit the competition’s website.

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Big payout from Cats TNR & Rescue 50/50 draw Banner Staff Neepawa Banner & Press The Cats TNR & Rescue 50/50 draw took place on Tuesday, Sept. 15. The group sold $5,000 worth of tickets, meaning they raised $2,500 for their operations and the same amount went to the winner. Tamara Thompson, of Gladstone, won the draw.

The money Cats TNR raises from their fundraisers goes to help pay for supplies and vetting for the cats they are taking care of. Currently, they are also running a perogy sale, which will be wrapping up Sept. 23, working on putting together a cook book and selling masks, with all proceeds going to their operations.

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Pictured, from left: Cats TNR volunteers Dorothy Tegg, Michelle Gerrard, Carrie Taylor and Chris Dobchuk.

‘What’s the Big Idea?’ postponed

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press A popular event aimed at helping local entrepreneurs take their ideas to the next level is the latest victim of restrictions related to COVID-19. The Neepawa & Area Development Corporation has conf irmed that the annual “What’s the Big Idea?” initiative has been cancelled for 2020.

Modelled after the popular TV program Dragon's Den, the event gives people the chance to bring their entrepreneurial ideas forward before a panel of experienced business people and local agencies. They then pitch the idea in hopes of receiving some financial backing to get their dream off the ground. “What’s the Big Idea?” was first launched in 2015 and has

assisted dozens of local so the decision was made. already committed to the We were in touch with 2020 event, Crewe said ideas in that time.

[The Minnedosa & Area they have all been conDevelopment Corporation] tacted and understand the A tough decision Marilyn Crewe, the eco- on this and they agreed that circumstances behind the nomic development officer it was probably a good idea decision.

“I contacted the sponsors for the Town of Neepawa, for 2020,” stated Crewe.

The option of delaying on Monday, Sept. 14 and said that the deciding factor on the decision was What’s the Big Idea? was they were all supportive. related to the #RestartMB explored, but Crewe said There were saying, ‘ConPandemic Response System it might not be fair for tact me next year when you and the provincial man- the entrepreneurs to start are getting organized’. It’s dates currently in place for to ramp up once again, always a challenge when w ithout know ing what you postpone an event for COVID-19.

“L ook ing at t he or- COVID-19 could do over a year, whether you can ange level protocol for the winter. She said the maintain momentum, but Prairie Mountain Health better idea is to wait until I think, that after five years was the primary focus, as 2021 and see where we are, of success with Big Idea, it’s we reviewed ‘What’s the in terms of the pandemic, not going to a problem to get people back on board.”

Big idea?’ for October. It by then.

The 2020 edition of didn’t appear as though Preparing for 2021 What’s the Big Idea?, had there would be any sign As for the applicants been set for Oct. 15 in of wavering on that. [As well], the entrepreneurs and sponsors who have Neepawa. do a lot of work to prepare, And so we know and rely on the love God so I think that delaying has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in a cancellation decision is love lives in God, and God in them. hard on the entrepreneurs, 1 John 4:16 (NIV)

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Breaking sod

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Policies and personalities

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n way too many occasions, voters make voting decisions based on personalities and not policies. A politician is judged by their personality and not by the decisions they make.

Case in point is Donald Trump, President of the United States.

Trump’s personality is almost beyond description, but many of his policies were actually quite beneficial. The latest examples are the reported peace agreements in the Middle East. Also, earlier in his mandate, it was generally agreed that the U.S. economy was doing quite well. It doesn’t appear he has done so well on managing the COVID-19 pandemic.

Regardless of his policy successes or failures, he is being assessed by his personality. Is he an evil genius, a statesman, a sociopath? It depends who you ask.

It seems strange that politicians can go from hero to zero in a matter of a few short years. Sometimes, it takes even less time than that.

The American voters are very divided, but so are Canadian voters.

Some people like Justin Trudeau, many people hate him. The voter divide surrounding Trudeau is similar to Trump, some hate him and some love him.

The problem is that personalities don’t mean good policies and yet politicians are far more remembered for their personalities than their policies.

Diefenbaker is remembered for his flamboyant speeches, but not for his Bill of Rights. Pearson is remembered for being bland and maybe for the Maple Leaf flag, Mulroney for apparent arrogance more than the Free Trade agreement. Harper was called cold and aloof when he actually did a pretty good job on the economy.

Anyway, the point is made, personalities seem to garner or lose more votes than policies. Yet it is neepawa

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Ken Waddell policies that we are governed by, not personalities.

As the U.S election looms, it seems that the battleground will be based on which old man’s personality will win over the most votes. Hundreds of millions of dollars are being spent to convince the American voters that a 78-year-old white guy has the better personality and policies to run the country than a 74-year-old white guy.

It’s absolute insanity, but it provides a context and background that may have a far greater effect in Canada than we might imagine.

Here is a scenario that may well play out in Canada. Justin Trudeau has a personality that is appealing to many people. His policies are also appealing to a core group of voters.

However, his government has been involved in many scandals and has done a poor job of the C-19 pandemic.

The country is teetering on financial instability because of the government’s C-19 spending. With a fresh, new Conservative Party of Canada leader, Erin O’Toole, Trudeau can hardly say he’s the fresh face as he heads into his third election. He needs someone to run against rather than run on his blighted record.

Running against the likeable and relatively untainted O’Toole would be a tough road.

Who better for Trudeau to contrast against than Donald Trump?

Trump is old, Trudeau is young. (Not as young as O’Toole, by the way.)

Trump can be painted as screwing Canada over with the United StatesMexico-Canada trade agreement.

Trump’s softwood tariffs are hurting Canada. And besides, many Canadians think Trump is nuts, so who better to run against?

Trudeau needs a demon to protest against and who better than Trump?

Trudeau likely figures Trump will lose in November, so the opportunity to contrast himself with Trump could be lost after the U.S. election. If the Canadian election runs at the same time as the U.S. election, Trudeau can also defy the Conservatives to say anything nice about Trump’s policies or personality during a campaign.

Trudeau’s excuse will be the need for a post-COVID mandate for change, maybe reviving the guaranteed income idea.

Possible prediction: Canadian election in late October. It’s a bit of long shot, but given the perceived rise of Erin O’Toole and the Conservatives, the Liberal strategists may see this time frame as their best chance for victory.

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orking in my back yard, preparing the soil for a bed of strawberries, I remembered a portion of a pioneer tale I read, and re-read, years ago. In a story of the migration of the Mennonites from Prussia to Manitoba, the family’s matriarch insists on accompanying the exodus.

She is only described as HOMEBODIES “old”, a nd that allows her to be my age. It is the f irst spring Rita Friesen in the new country and as the young and strong set to the task of building a home and preparing to break and seed a few acres for the first crop, Grandma is determined to prepare the earth for a garden. She enlists the help of the two grandchildren- too young to work on the big projects, but big enough for the task at hand. With nothing more than a hoe and two sharp knives, they set to work breaking up the turned and half rotted saw where the neighbour had plowed a fire guard the previous fall.

The children weary of the tedious task of chopping the sod, rubbing it fine with their hands. Grandma envisions the tasty vegetables they will enjoy in summer and fall– the peas, the carrots, summer savory and parsley. Oh the soups mother will be able to make!

The use of a large kitchen knife allowed me to slice the sod and turning it gently, I, too, rubbed the lumps of sod between my hands, preparing to taste the sun ripened strawberries– next year. It was slow work, I found easier ways to break sod into gardens, for the back yard will be home to strawberries, raspberries, a gooseberry and Saskatoon bushes. Above the raised beds I already enjoy!

I freely admit I missed/miss the garden tractors that I have known and loved. Heck, even the stubborn old tiller was an asset compared to a fork and a knife! The 110 John Deere served the family for decades, mowing, tilling and entertaining. The red tiller had no reverse, was tough to start and could mulch sod in a couple of passes. When I relocated from the acreage to my home in town, my oldest son whisked away the heavy old tiller and replaced it with a sure start lightweight unit. Sure start? Sure, it started for him…every time. I had tried starting it this spring and ended up using the potato fork to turn the soil in my gardens. But to break sod, it would have been so much easier with a tiller. So I siphoned the old gas out of the tank, filled it with premium fuel, checked the oil and the instructions and pulled my heart out. Nope. It was back to the hoe and the knife.

Human tenacity is a marvel. The grandmother facing the first summer in Canada, this grandmother wanting to grow even more produce in her back yard, of my neighbours, painstakingly breaking up patches of sod for their gardens. All the while we labour, we envision the end results. The abundance of produce that we will not have to purchase, knowing how and where it was grown and then, enough to share.

And now I want a butterf ly garden.

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The wild oat problem

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very year, shortly after our crops were planted, my father and I would go on a crop inspection tour. One by one, we would visit our wheat fields, looking for the signs that indicated the presence of wild oat plants growing alongside the wheat.

Our first task was to determine how serious our wild oat problem really was. To do that, we would mark off a plot of land (usually about one square foot) and count the number of plants we saw. We could easily tell the wheat from the wild oats. The leaves on the wheat plants turned in a clockwise direction. The wild oats did the opposite.

So the wild oat infestation in a specific field was easy to determine.

I would often see my dad shake his head in frustration when we did this. I never had to ask him why. The first time I accompanied him on a tour, he told me how much damage this “weed” could do to the good seed we had planted.

FAITHFULLY YOURS Neil Strohschein “Wild oats rob the wheat of nutrients and moisture,” he said. “If we let it grow, it will reduce the bushels per acre of wheat we will harvest. And we will have a lot of wild oats mixed in with the wheat. Before we sell it, our elevator agent will clean a sample of our grain and determine what percentage of the sample is wild oats. The payment we receive for that load will be reduced accordingly.” I would later learn that this was called “dockage” and that we wanted it to be as little as possible.

Like all farms in our area, some of our fields were badly infested with wild oats, while others were quite clean. My father’s strategy was simple.

We planted tame oats and barley in the infested fields and wheat in the others.

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lmost two years ago, I moved from Manitoba to Alberta. The first year, it took a lot of adjustments and I did not realize how much I would miss my friends.

This past year, it has

become more clear that I am alone. I am sure that those who lost a loved one know the feeling .

I have made new friends here where I live and during this pandemic, we phone each other regularly,

The oats and barley were ground into feed for our cattle and pigs; so we didn’t worry too much about the wild oats we harvested from those fields. Once digested, their ability to cause further problems was significantly reduced. This strategy helped us clean up several badly infested fields.

As for the wild oats among t he wheat, we waited until the plants reached the two-leaf stage; at which time we applied a chemical herbicide mixed with a weed killer. It took care of the wild oat problem for that year and the additional yield we harvested more than covered the cost of the chemicals used to control the weeds and wild oats.

While researching this column, I was reminded because many of us are housebound because of our age.

My dog is now my faithful friend and when I make music, my budgie chirps happily along with me. I know that I am where I am supposed to be. I love my little home and I know my girls are not far away if I would need them, which is so good during this period

of the fact that wild oat seeds are self-planting.

With each cycle of rain and dry weather, they will move around until they are embedded in the soil and can start to grow. That reminded me of another life lesson.

Like wild oats in a farmer’s field, evil is all around us. All it takes for the evil around us to become part of us is one evil thought or one bad attitude that we allow to take root and remain in our minds.

So just like the farmer does with wild oats, we need to rid ourselves of bad attitudes and evil thoughts as soon as we become aware of them.

That is the only way to keep them from taking root and growing until they cripple us and destroy our ability to help create a better world for ourselves and those we love. This danger is very real. Vigilance and swift action will keep bad attitudes from inf licting serious harm to ourselves and others.

of restrictions we (elderly) have.

When we know our Lord and Saviour in a personal way, He will give us grace and a peace that passeth all understanding. Then we can say with Paul, just like He did in Philippians 4:11: “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.”

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Jason Young Superintendent/CEO Beautiful Plains School Division A thumbs up and a thank you to Wayne Cabernel for another great year of volunteering at the community garden!

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Answering the questions behind the blue seal

You might know it by the blue seal on the back of a company’s car, or the framed certificate hanging proudly in your hairdresser’s salon. You may have seen it in an article you read about scams in your area. You could have heard about it in conversation with a frustrated friend looking for ways to get their money back after they bought a product that was advertised dishonestly.

Chances are, you’ve interacted with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) in some shape or form in your life. But what exactly the 108-year-old organization does and how it can help you are still questions many pose.

That’s because the BBB’s services extend into so many areas of the marketplace, even those who’ve enlisted the organization’s help are unaware of its many purposes.

What is the BBB’s rating system? How can I file a complaint against a business? What is BBB Scam Tracker? How is the BBB working to stop scams?

How does the not-for-profit corporation ensure fairness to consumers?

These are just a few of the very common questions the organization gets.

The answers start with a clarification of what the BBB is– a non-governmental agency that works to increase trust in the marketplace. It helps consumers find businesses they can trust by accrediting businesses that comply with standards that keep them fair and honest. The BBB reports on all businesses, however, giving consumers a more accurate snapshot of which companies are trustworthy. If a customer feels misled, they can also launch a complaint with the BBB, which will work as a third party conciliator to help both parties try and resolve the issue.

This is only one aspect of the BBB’s work. The organization, whose broad network of offices can be found in cities across Canada, the United States and Mexico, also works to combat scams by identifying them and working with law enforcement to investigate and stop them.

The BBB is also diligently working through various education programs that both help businesses operate ethically and support consumers in making smart purchasing choices. Many of these resources can be found online and you can get more advice by calling your local BBB for free.

All of these services and more can be found by visiting bbb.org An easy way to find the answers you’re looking for and to explore more functions of the BBB is to visit bbb.org/frequently-asked-questions Better Business Bureau Manitoba

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Fuel Good Day benefits Stocking up for winter stay close to home Helen Drysdale out of helen’s kitchen

I have had a busy summer and fall preserving my garden produce and some “wild” fruits. It’s been tempting to romanticize grandma’s many jars of preserves in neat rows upon the basement shelves, but instead, I reflected upon their tenacity to provide for their families. Canning, drying, pickling and preserving to have enough food for the winter was hard work. I do not have a wood stove to do my canning on and the hot and cold running water makes my work a breeze compared to my female ancestors.

Most people kept chickens. Eggs were a valued food. The lack of insulated chicken houses caused the hens to stop laying in the winter. So late summer and fall eggs would be gathered and packed away for the winter months. The various methods used to preserve the eggs included wrapping in paper, packing in salt or oats or placing in water glass, which is a mixture of potassium and sodium silicate. Winter also affected the cow’s milk production, so during the summer and fall, extra butter was packed in stone crocks, covered and the put down in the cellar for the winter.

For the European settlers came sauerkraut making days. This tradition was soon spread to other nationalities. Rows of cabbages would be picked and out came the “kraut-cutter”.

It made quick work of shredding the cabbage, as it did with any part of the finger too close to the cutter! Barrels or crocks would be filled with shredded cabbage, layered with coarse salt. Then the cabbage was pressed with hands, feet or wooden mashers until juice began to appear. Once the cabbage was covered in its own juice, a clean white cloth was spread over the top, then a board top was placed on top and weighted down with a cleaned and scalded stone to keep the kraut submerged in the brine. Before many days had passed, the mass of cabbage and salt would begin to “work”. Bubbles would begin to rise and fill the house with the undeniable smell of kraut on the make. On those days, one hoped nobody important like the priest showed up for a visit.

The cellar, often just a hole under the kitchen floor, could keep the potatoes and root vegetables, such as carrots, beets and turnips, until spring, if it was kept warm enough not to freeze. They would often be buried in sand inside bins to prevent the veggies from drying out. Onions were braided together and hung up to dry out and the beans and peas were dried out for later use in soups and stews.

Next came the chicken killing day. The essential work of butchering usually was left to the women. Most women looked after their own flocks, so that chore may have been an emotional one as well as hard, dirty and time consuming. Many of the chickens would be canned for later use. It took three hours of a rolling boil to can meat. Those kitchens must have been warm!

The week the pig was butchered was a busy week, as everything but the squeal was used. The hams and sides of the pork went to be cured in crocks of brine. Often, they would later be smoked. The fat was removed and baked on low heat to be rendered.

This lard was used to make pie crusts, pastries and biscuits all tender and flaky. The intestines were turned, scraped clean and soaked in salt or lye to make sausage casings.

Then sausages were made and canned for the winter. The head and feet were used for making head cheese and the hocks for stews.

I am sure those hard working ladies measured their accomplishment by the quantities of provisions stored away in those cellars for the long winter months.

Here are two hearty sauerkraut dishes to try.

Caraway sauerkraut bake 1/2 lb. of bacon, diced 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 large onion, diced 2 tsp. caraway seeds 1-1L jar sauerkraut, rinsed and drained 1/2 tsp. pepper 1 540ml can diced tomatoes 1 large apple, diced In a frying pan cook the bacon and onion until the bacon is crisp. Drain the fat. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Place in a lightly greased casserole dish and bake at 350°F oven, covered for 30-40 minutes until heated through and bubbly.

If you gassed up your ve h i c l e o n Tu e s d ay, Sept. 15, then you did your good deed for the day. Fuel G o o d Day recently re tur ned to participating Co-op Gas Bars throughout Western Canada.

A minimum of five cents per litre of fuel purchased was donated to a local registered charity or nonprofit organization.

Pic t ure d: Ty ler Enns fuels up one of the many vehicles that came in to support the cause at the Neepawa gas bar. For the Neepawa-Gladstone area, the proceeds will be going to Palliative Care in Gladstone and Beautiful Plains Community Foundation in Neepawa.

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Disaster relief program announced

New support for flooded Westman communities

By Eoin Devereux Neepawa Banner & Press Brand new support is starting to flow from the Manitoba government to help communities affected by major flooding. Infrastructure minister Ron Schuler recently announced the creation of disaster financial assistance (DFA) programs, related to a trio of devastating storms that struck in June and July.

Two of those three major weather events revolved around a heavy rain that hit western Manitoba from June 28 to July 5. Those

storms impacted Minnedosa, Neepawa, Rapid City and Rivers and surrounding rural municipalities.

In total, 10 municipalities declared a state of local emergency and 20 municipalities were affected by the historic rain.

Schuler said that the DFA programs will provide assistance for certain disasterrelated losses to help with the recovery.

“We are pleased to be able to offer these programs even at a time when COVID-19 is consuming an enormous amount of provincial resources,” said Schuler. “Pre-

Sauerkraut potato bake 1 onion, diced 5-6 medium size potatoes, peeled and 1 clove garlic, minced thinly sliced 3 Tbsp. butter 2 cups 10% cream or 1 cup cream and 1 3 cups drained sauerkraut cup milk 1-2 tsp. dried dill or caraway seed 1-2 cups grated cheese salt and pepper Sauté onion and garlic in butter for 2-3 minutes. Add sauerkraut and dill and mix well.

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Opportunities aplenty, but no guarantees at Neepawa Junior ‘A’ training camp

By Eoin Devereux

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Neepawa’s Junior “A” Hockey Club will be looking to make the most out of what should be a very unique fall training camp.

Due to current COVID-19 restrictions and provincial Return-to-Play guidelines, the number of players participating at the camp, which is set for Sept. 17 to 19 at the Yellowhead Arena, will be far less than usually compete for a roster spot.

Neepawa head coach and general manager Ken Pearson said that despite a smaller camp that’s been planned, he expects it’ll still be a competitive weekend.

“Everyone is really looking forward to getting out there. There are a few young prospects that we’re inviting to the main camp.

Several of them really showed us something at the prospects camp and deserve a spot on the ice this weekend. We are restricted for numbers, under the Return to Play [guidelines].

So, between our returning players and the players we acquired through trades, we’ll still have about eight to 10 [prospects] there, as well. That’s a solid number to be out there. There’s a few spots open on this year’s roster and we’re expecting some tough decisions that’ll have to be made,” stated Pearson.

As for the players returning from last year’s roster, Pearson said that many arrived back early to get settled in. He added that he has spoken with all of them about the safety and procedural protocols that’ll have to be followed and ensuring that everyone is on the same page.

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pre-season schedule had not yet been announced. The regular season, however, is set to begin on Oct. 9 at the Yellowhead Centre, with the home opener against the Winkler Flyers.

An intriguing schedule Once the regular season schedule does begin, it will feature a different structure than has been previously seen. The 40 games will be very division focused, with teams pairing up for two week intervals. For example, Neepawa will play the Winkler Flyers in a home and home series Friday, Oct 9 and Saturday, Oct. 10.

The first game on Friday will be in Neepawa, followed the next night in Winkler.

The next weekend, those two teams will play each other once again, though this time, the Friday game will be played in Winkler, then the Saturday tilt will be in Neepawa. This set up will minimize any impact of COVID-19, should any

players or coaches test positive.

Pearson said there are also other positives to be found with this schedule.

“When people look at the schedule and people see that we’re playing these teams eight times apiece, it’s not that much different from the six times we’d face them in a standard year. What will intensify things will be the decrease in the overall number of games. We know, going into the year, that every night it’ll be like a playoff game. You’re going to see some real intense games with it being a home and home structure,” said Pearson.

“For travel, it’s a real good set up for us. As well, it’s a real positive for player development. It’s going to give our guys more time to practice, more time to work on off-ice training and more recovery time when they get banged up or just from the wear and tear of the season. You have to prepare a little bit differently. It’ll be real interesting to see how it all plays out.”

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The competition on the ice is expected to be quite fierce this year, as a talented group of prospects are expected to push the returning veterans in an effort to earn a roster spot for the 2020-2021 MJHL season.

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Looking Back

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

1970: Pioneer photographer and family featured

By Casper Wehrhahn Neepawa Banner & Press

110 years ago, Friday, September 16, 1910 Bees were unknown to the Indians and they were brought over from England only a few years after the landing of the pilgrim fathers. It was more than two centuries after the first white invasion of New England, however, before modern beekeeping began. The industry of the present day dates from the invention of the moveable frame hive by Langstreth in 1852.

Note: Due to the wording, this entry could be misleading.

According to the Canadian Geographic, there are more than 800 species of bees that are indigenous to the Canadian ecosystem. The honeybee, the species that is truly being discussed in the above entry, is not one of them. In fact, the Canadian Geographic states that none of the bees native to Canada produce honey. Additionally, many of them do not sting and most of them do not live in hives but are solitary, making their homes in the ground or hollow stems.

Canada’s native bees also come in a rainbow of colors, including blue and green, and that very few of them sport yellow and black bands. One example of this is the blue orchard mason bee. The orchard mason bee is a dark metallic blue-green. Due to the dark coloring and their size, the female orchard mason bees are often mistaken for flies.

100 years ago, Friday, September 17, 1920 The village of Birnie has gone ahead this summer very rapidly. The building of four new houses added very much to the appearance of the place. Mr. Hunt’s new cottage on Main St. east was a splendid start, followed

by Mr. J. Birnie’s cottage on Railway St. south. Next came Mr. K. Birnie with a fine big house on 2nd street west and now Mr. H. Coak is building a fine residence on Water St. Who is next?

90 years ago, Friday, September 16, 1930 Dauphin electric light and power distribution system is to be completely reconstructed at a cost of $40,500.

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Above: The Lindsay homestead, photographed by Robert J. Lindsay. The original date of the photo is unknown. Pictured are William Potter, a half brother; Mrs. Potter, the mother; Mrs. Ray Gorham of Neepawa, a sister; Wilbert Mahaffey and Perry Lindsay. Right: Mrs. and Mr. Robert J. Lindsay, originally photographed in 1960. Both photos appeard in the 1970 Neepawa Press Archives.

80 years ago, Tuesday, September 17, 1940 Ger man pr isoners brought to Canada are being photographed.

A W i n n ipeg pol ice employee has been fired for subversive talk. He had been with the department for 30 years and will get no pension.

A letter from England claims that some German pilots flying over Britain in bombers are only 15 years old.

70 years ago, Thursday, September 21, 1950 A reward has been posted by the Neepawa Branch, Canadian Leg ion, for information leading to the discovery of the person or persons responsible for wilful destruction of washroom equipment in their building last Saturday.

60 years ago, Tuesday, September 20, 1960 The pile driver has commenced work on the bridge near the Norman Burton farm [in Franklin].

Some of the top golfers of the province played a round on the Neepawa course Friday afternoon on the occasion of the opening of the new clubhouse.

50 years ago, Thursday, September 17, 1970 The Touchwood Park Association bought their new land from the Town of Neepawa for one dollar Monday night.

Robert James Lindsay was born in 1882 at Sarnia, Ont. Robert’s father was a steam boiler engineer at the crude oil wells at Petrolia, Ont. Through neglect of an employee not maintaining proper water levels, the boiler exploded one day, claiming his life. Robert was four years old when his father died…

Shortly [after his mother remarried], Robert went to live with his uncle, Robert Busby, who was a painter by trade in Neepawa at that time... He continued his painting and, while working in Dauphin, he became great friends with a photographer by the name of Mr. Townsend. He became very interested in his work and when he was offered a job at the studio, he readily accepted...

By 1899, he had served a two-year apprenticeship and, at the age of 17 years, decided to venture out on his own.

He bought a view camera from Rochester Optical Co., N.Y. known as a Wollensak camera, which was complete with a tripod.

A large tent was sewn from canvas on his grandmother’s “Williams” machine and he commenced travelling, taking pictures in the area from from Souris north to Dauphin and west to Tisdale, Sask. The tent was 26 feet by 30 feet and in one corner was a “dark room” used for developing the photographs.

He carr ied w it h h i m s e ver a l s c e ner y backgrounds and draperies as well as wicker chairs for

posing his clients, stools, folding chairs and folding tables.

Many people have his pictures in their homes today and many will still remember him...

40 years ago, Thursday, September 18, 1980 T he Food S er v ices Department at Brandon University will attempt to set the World’s Record for the Longest Continuous Bu f fet Table, Fr iday, September 19, at 11:30 a.m.

Food Services Director Jim Fougere has accumulated approximately 2,300 feet of table which will be set up around the perimeter of the Brandon University campus.

30 years ago, Tuesday, September 18, 1990 Motorists of the future could be running their cars on gasoline derived from sawdust and cornstalks if an Ontario chemical engineer has his way.

20 years ago, Monday, September 18, 2000 Students at two schools in Beautiful Plains School Div ision– A rden a nd Carberry’s R. J. Waugh– continue to drink bottled water after wells tested pos it ive for col i for m bacteria.

Beautiful Plains superintendent Dennis Wrightson said the students will be drinking bottled water until two simultaneous

tests show no more coliform bacteria is present. To date, that hasn’t happened.

Water in both school wells is being chlorinated to rid it of the bacteria.

Testing was done at 93 schools ser ved by private wells during the summer, following a deadly outbreak of E.coli bacteria in Walkerton, Ontario.

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Here and there

• Hockey Manitoba’s executive director, Peter Woods, plans to meet with grand chief, Arlen Dumas, this month to discuss club name changes. Hockey Manitoba plans bylaw changes at its semi-annual meeting in January to permit its board of directors to compel teams to change offensive nicknames. The Morden Redskins of the SEMHL and the MJHL’s Neepawa Natives have already agreed to name changes in the coming season. Morden Collegiate changed its nickname from Mohawks to Thunder a few years ago. I have not heard of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish considering a change…

• Greg Jarvis, MHSAA assistant executive director (formerly of Glenboro), stated that the Manitoba High School Athletic Association wants to see sports return when feasible, but safety is the foremost priority.

Provincial championships that have already been scrapped include golf (Winkler), cross country (Winnipeg) and rural soccer (Stonewall). Badminton, curling, baseball, fastball and track and field are still tentatively scheduled for the second semester. High school hockey anticipates a late fall start.

Everyone knows the benefits of high school sports– physically, emotionally, mentally– and we’re hoping our student-athletes and their families are keeping active and staying healthy.

• Carberry Collegiate 2020 undergraduate athletic awards were: Junior High Volleyball Most Valuable Player (MVP): Dylan Hood and Lexi Unrau. Coaches Award: Meegwan Little and Ava Hamilton.

Junior High Basketball MVP: Nate Robson and Lexi Unrau. Coaches Award: Nathan Dyck and Natasha Bausch.

Athletes of the Year: Nathan Dyck and Lexi Unrau.

High School Golf: Jonathan Meyers.

Cross Country: Dryden Robertson and Annika Duguay.

Junior Varsity ( JV) Volleyball MVP: Carsen Unrau and Lauryn Van De Woestyne. Coaches Award: Sam Prudnikov and Julia Glaser.

Senior Varsity (SV) Volleyball MVP: Brett Janssens and Rachel Penner.

Coaches Award: Leon Prudnikov and Sara Waldner.

JV Basketball MVP: Carsen Unrau.

Coaches Award: Dion Recunyk.

SV Basketball MVP: Cyro Oliver and Jesse Gunn. Coaches Award: Phoenix Wright and Samantha Vidnes.

Curling MVP: Jazlyn Enns and Tanner Olmstead.

JV Athletes of the Year: Carsen Unrau and Mia Lozinski.

SV Athlete of the Year: Brett Janssens and Rachel Penner.

• Several retired educational administrators

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live in Neepawa and are happy that they do not face the present day challenges.

John Nelson was the first special education coordinator in Souris Valley School Division for a dozen years before a great career as Hazel M Kellington principal.

Pat Angers had two excellent mentors in Dick Friesen (Pine Falls) and Frank McKinnon (Carman) before his NACI principalship. Some of his students may recall his parting advice, “Do I make myself crystal clear?”

Dave Bennett is still active with the Rotary Club and as the Cubs baseball colour commentator or PA announcer.

Ivan Traill had successful teaching stints in Shilo, Carberry, Ste. Rose and as NACI principal. He was a high energy educator who specialized in phys ed and science. We are the same age and once I visited Ivan’s Neepawa office. I was really impressed and somewhat intimidated when there was a five foot alligator in a tank outside his office, a gift from his staff. It must have been a memorable trip to the principal’s office in those days. Traill, who enjoyed raising science creatures like snakes and turtles, finally gave away his pet alligator to another science “buff” at George Fitton School in Brandon.

• Rec director, Lindsey Michiels, reports that two yoga classes are in session, Wednesday evenings Sept. 16 to Oct. 21, with instructor

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Rachelle Wizniak, from Brandon and Thursday mornings Sept. 17 to Dec. 11, with instructor Doreen Delgaty, from Killarney.

Renovations are underway with the rec centre washrooms and the arena ice will be installed during the final week of September.

• The Prairie Newspaper Group announced on Sept. 4 that it is permanently closing four of its community newspapers in the Westman area. Due to the economic uncertainty of COVID-19, the Reston Recorder, Melita New Era, Souris Plaindealer and the Deloraine Times and Star will cease publication.

• Brandon Wheat Kings owner, Kelly McCrimmon, has sold the team to Jared Jacobson, president and CEO of the J&G Group of Companies, who currently control more than 30 companies. Jacobson played three years in the MJHL with the Swan Valley Stampeders and Neepawa Natives. He then attnded and graduated from Brandon University prior to joining J&G. Kelly McCrimmon and his brother, Brad, planned to farm at home near Plenty, SK, prior to playing for the Wheat Kings for two years (1978-80). He served as coach, manager and owner of the Wheat Kings after he became a part time and later full time owner of the club. Kelly played two years with the Prince Albert Raiders when he was 16 and 17 years of age. Currently, he is the general manager of the Vegas Golden Knights.

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Big Grass area benefits from federal grant

By Kira Paterson Neepawa Banner & Press

The Big Grass Community Foundation (BGCF), which serves the communities in the municipality of Westlake-Gladstone, received a $40,000 investment from the federal Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) to support organizations in their area affected

by COVID-19. BGCF split these funds between 10 different organizations.

Recreation & Leisure Westlake-Gladstone Recreation & Leisure benefited from a $10,400 infusion of cash, which was used for a number of things. They were able to purchase five portable hand wash stations, which will be used for outdoor events and sports throughout the municipality. The money has also allowed them to purchase an inflatable screen with a sound system to do outdoor movies, karaoke and fitness classes, so that they have some options for COVIDsafe events in the municipality. Some of the money will also be used to help start a beginner’s English course, with the option to attend in person or remotely so that physical distancing can be maintained.

Support for Food Cupboard The Gladstone Community Food Cupboard, which is run by the Gladstone United Church, received the third largest sum of money, $5,000. Laurel McConnell, secretary for the food cupboard, noted

that they will be using the money for operating expenses, to keep the food cupboard stocked up for anyone who may need it. The cupboard stocks non-perishable foods and McConnell explained that they’ve just purchased a freezer this spring so they will also be able to carry frozen meats, vegetables and other frozen goods.

Seniors’ programs get some help Several seniors’ programs in the area have also received funds, including the Plumas Senior Support Services, the Gladstone Area Senior Support Program (GASSP), and the Gladstone Seniors Club. The Plumas program was granted $2,800. Brenda Tonn, the Senior Support Coordinator, explained that they have received $1,200 of the total, which is being used to purchase disposable meal containers for the meals that get delivered to local seniors, as well as some sanitation supplies. The other $1,600, which they are waiting on at the moment, will be used to purchase a computer that will be accessible for the seniors to use. GASSP received $1,200, part of which has been used to purchase some hand sanitizer stations. In order to run their congregate meal program at one of the senior housing facilities, GASSP needs disposable dinnerware, so the rest of the grant money will be used to purchase disposable plates, cups and utensils so they can get the meal program going again.

The Gladstone Seniors Club was given $1,500. They

could not be reached before the publication deadline.

Area daycares benefit A couple of area daycares received some funds as well.

The Lakeview Children’s Centre in Langruth got $2,000, which they put to good use. Kendra Crooks, an Early Childhood Educator 2 (ECE2) at Lakeview, noted that they purchased new shelving and storage bins so the children can keep their own items separate.

They also purchased new toys, as well as outdoor equipment, so that the kids can be outdoors more for easier physical distancing.

They were also able to purchase a new double stroller to use with the younger kids.

Happy Rock Children’s Centre in Gladstone got $1,80 0. ECE2 Sheena Kopytko noted that they were able to use that money to purchase free-standing, multi-level basketball hoops, as well as two heavyduty park benches for their playground area.

Health services get an assist Seven Regions Palliative Care was the recipient of $1,200. Volunteer coordinator Leah Hamm noted that they used the funds to purchase two iPads for those in long term care to be able to contact loved ones via FaceTime. One iPad is going to Third Crossing

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used to purchase a walkin tub for the Centennial Apartments at Gladstone.

She explained that prior to COVID-19, there had been some residents at Centennial that would use the walk-in tub at Third Crossing Manor, however, since the pandemic, they haven’t been allowed to.

Gunther noted that the tub hasn’t arrived yet, but in the next couple months, the residents at Centennial Apartments will be able to enjoy an easy-access bath.

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Manor personal care home in Gladstone, while the other is for Seven Regions Health Centre, for their long term care patients.

Hamm noted that she was so glad that they were able to provide this remote visitation option for the facilities.

“It’s great that we could get that grant so we could get those [iPads] for them,” she expressed.

The Seven Regions area health facilities received $13,600. Shirley Gunther, director of health services for Gladstone and MacGregor area, noted that a portion of that money went to purchase some outdoor furniture sets for the Seven Regions Health Centre hospital in Gladstone and Third Crossing Manor, which will be used for outdoor visitation at the centres. Gunther added that $10,000 of their grant was

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Obituary Lilla Jean Wright (McCullough) Born March 24, 1929 at Edrans and married Art Wright from Wellwood in 1950. Her husband of 56 years predeceased her in 2006.

Also predeceased by sister Annie and Cornie Martin, Dora and Ken Smith, brother Cecill, brother-in-law Don Pederson and two grand daughters Angie Wright and Teresa Bollman. Survived by sisters Marina Pederson, Betty and Bill McLaren and brother Norman and Mary McCullough, also sister-in-law Mable Hares.

Lovingly remembered by her seven children Edith and Larry Anderson, Eleanor and Murry Jarvis, Lester and Christine, Shirley and Garry, Glenn and Alice, David and Kathy, John and Pat. Also leaves to mourn 16 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.

Poem about a farmer's wife read by Lester, it seemed to sum up Mom's life.

God looked down on his planned paradise and said, “The farmer needs a caretaker”. So on the 9th day, God made a Farmer's wife.

God said, “I need somebody willing to get up before dawn, feed the farmer, work all day in town, come home to work alongside her farmer, make supper and then go to town and stay past midnight at a meeting of the school board”. So God made a Farmer's wife.

“I need somebody with arms strong enough to keep up with the farmer, yet gentle enough to cuddle a newborn baby. Somebody to run for parts, help in the fields, move trucks, deliver meals, look the farmer in the eyes and tell him 'I love you and the life we've built' – and mean it”. So god made a Farmer's wife.

God said, “I need somebody willing to sit up all night with their newborn babies and raise them right. I need somebody who can use a wrench and know where to find it, doesn't mind getting dirty, who can remove stains and keep a house clean. And when it’s planting time and harvest season, cooking, cleaning, taking care of the kids, the fieldwork, putting in 115 hours in a week.” So God made a Farmer's wife.

Glen Mitchell Glen Robert Mitchell (61), of Carberry, Manitoba, passed away suddenly at his home on July 25, 2020.

Glen was born April 10, 1959, to Robert and Margaret (Waterhouse) Mitchell. He grew up on the farm near Douglas, along with his four sisters. He helped his dad on the farm and was in the 4H Beef club for many years.

Glen graduated from Carberry Collegiate in 1977. For several years, he worked for Graham Farms, as well as with his cousin Ron Mitchell in the winters. During the summers, he played baseball with the Wellwood Sluggers and in the winter, he curled in many bonspiels.

In 1984, Glen married Shelley Wild. They lived in Gladstone for two years, until moving to Douglas (his grandparents' farmyard) in 1986. Glen and Shelley had three children. In 1996, Glen's parents sold their farm and moved into Carberry. Glen and his family moved to Carberry in 1998.

Glen was so thrilled the first year that his team won a spot to play in the Labatt Tankard (provincial mens curling). He played in the provincials 4 more times and each time was a highlight for him. He also loved to watch curling and spent many hours at the rink watching and coaching as his children curled in various events. He enjoyed helping with the junior curling program out of the Carberry Curling rink and was always willing to encourage the younger curlers in the finer arts of the game.

In 1992, he accepted a job as a parts salesman at MidPlains Implements in Carberry. Glen was the "go to" guy at the shop. He knew everyone in the area. There have been many stories about the "grumpy" parts guy at Mid-Plains - he enjoyed chatting (giving anyone he could a hard time) with everyone. And he especially loved having a good laugh with people. The Mid-Plains staff are missing his knowledge and expertise in their parts department.

Glen loved to golf. You could catch him on the course every Sunday playing all day long. He often golfed with his close friend, Ken Drysdale. However, he was not averse to golfing alone - such was his passion for the game. He was well known to everyone at the golf course.

God had to have somebody willing to cancel appointments and change plans and be ready in a minute's notice for change and yet that person will never stop to complain about this way of life. So God made a Farmer's wife.

Glen was a hard working man that would always lend a helping hand with community events. Every year prior to the annual Carberry Men's Curling Bonspiel, he would be found at the rink, helping to flood the skating rink to turn it into additional curling sheets.

God said, “I need somebody strong enough to clean out bins and heave bales yet gentle enough to raise kids, grandkids and bottle feed calves and tend to the house, who will drive the tractor and always pray to God about the weather. It had to be somebody who'd be able to handle the house and field work and not cut corners.

Somebody to seed, weed, feed, breed and wash and dry and cook and clean and remember scheduled events and feed the farmer and stock the cupboards and can everything, finish a hard week's work with a five-mile drive to Sunday Mass.” So God made a Farmer's wife.

He loved his family and his kids. He wasn't a person to share his feelings openly, but anyone who saw him with his children and especially his grandson, knew how deeply he loved them. He would tell everyone what the kids were up to, what Greg was working on, how Andrea was doing in Toronto and what country Mike was in. And he loved to share pictures of Ian.

“Somebody who'd bale a family together with the soft strong bonds of sharing, who would laugh and then sigh, and then reply, with smiling eyes!” So God made a Farmer's wife.

He made a great mother, wife, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, daughter and great friend to us all.

Close friend Rev. Gladys Anderson did the service at Neepawa Cemetery on Friday, September 11.

White’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements.

We would like to thank all of the care workers at Country Meadows for all of their love, patience and tenderness for the last 2 1/2 years.

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Glen was predeceased by his nephew Zachary Fowles and his father Robert Mitchell. He leaves to mourn his beloved children, Greg (Alyssa) and grandson Ian, Andrea and Michael as well as his mother, Margaret Mitchell and his sisters, Sharon (Ritchie) Bickford, Heather (Earl) McLaren, Gail Mitchell and Debbie (Joe) Woitas, along with numerous nieces and nephews. The pallbearers were Rod Waterhouse, Les Harburn, Ritchie Bickford, Earl McLaren, Joe Woitas and Ken Drysdale.

A private graveside service was held on August 5, 2020 at the Carberry Plains Cemetery. A come and go Celebration of Life was hosted by the Carberry Sandhills Golf and Country Club following the graveside service.

Thanks to the significant efforts from the golf club and their many volunteers, the family was able to (safely) meet with friends and family who came to share their love and support.

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Obituary Anna Marie (Maclean) Tibbett On August 21, 2020, Anna Marie Tibbett passed away at the age of 89 years.

Anna was born June 29, 1931 at Carman, Manitoba, the second youngest in a family of ten. At the age of 10, her family moved to Wingham, Manitoba, where she received her education.

On November 15, 1952, Anna married Ross Tibbett at Elm Creek, and they began farming with Ross's father Orval. In 1966, they purchased the farm west of Neepawa, where they raised their family.

Anna was active in the W.I., Beautiful Plains Ag Society and bowling leagues. She enjoyed sports and spent countless hours cheering on her sons and later her grandsons in baseball and hockey. Curling was also a favourite and she could often be found coaching from her chair.

Anna loved the company of family and friends and was always interested in what everyone was doing. There was always coffee or a meal for anyone stopping in, along with a good visit. As her family grew further away, Anna spent hours on the phone keeping in touch with siblings, nieces and nephews.

In 2014, Anna moved from the farm to Elks Manor, where she enjoyed making new friends, the activities and especially the gang on the sixth floor.

Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Gary (Donna), Glen (Cindy), and Murray (Alayne); grandchildren, Melanie (Jeff), Brandy, Chris (Tasha), Corinna, Mark, Cameron (Kristin), Kirk (Tristyn), Drew (Nikki), and Devin (Erin); great grandchildren, Marcus, Kai, Samantha, Bailey, Katie, Jackson, Austin, Allan, Nash, Hannah, Hunter, Sadie, Jaxon, Quinn and Lacey.

Also surviving are sisters-in-law, Jean (Don) Poulsen, Norma (Vic) Lazarowich, Marj (Stan Sandulak) Lehmann, Muriel MacLean Schaf, and Donalda Tibbett; and brother-in-law George Tibbett; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Anna was predeceased by her husband Ross in 1994; parents John and Frances MacLean, and Ross's parents Orval and Marjorie Tibbett; sisters, Jean (Angus Archibald, Les Olson), and Audrey (Paul) Rose; brothers, Alex (Gene), Cameron (Marie), Harold, Doug (Muriel), Earle (Pearl), Cliff (Nellie), and Hugh; sister-in-law Lorraine Tibbett, and brothers-in-law Gerald Lehmann and Roy Tibbett.

A graveside service was held August 25, 2020 at Riverside Cemetery, Neepawa, with Rita Friesen officiating. Pallbearers were grandchildren Brandy, Cameron, Kirk, Drew and Devin Tibbett, and Chris Stang.

If friends so desire, donations may be made to Neepawa Pallliative Care, Box 1240, Neepawa, MB, R0J 1H0, or a charity of choice.

Sincere thanks to family and friends for cards, food and phone calls during this sad time. Thank you to Drs. Milligan and Wareham and hospital staff for their excellent care, Brian and Chris for their assistance, and Rita for her service. Special thanks to the gang on the sixth floor for making Mom's time there so enjoyable.

Everything is greatly appreciated.

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We are looking for 8 experienced (2-3 yrs), seasonal applicants to work on a bee farm as an Apiary Technician in Neepawa, MB. 8 applicants from February 1 to Nov 15, 2021. Must be able to work full time, including evenings & weekends. Duties include: unwrapping/wrapping, queen rearing, making nucs, feeding, medicating, supering, pulling honey, extracting crop, maintain/ assemble equipment, etc.

Positions are physically demanding and must be able to handle heavy loads, work on a fast- paced environment with a combination of walking, standing, bending, crouching and kneeling for extended periods. Positions are mostly outdoors when hot & dusty, wet/damp. $14-17/hr for 30-65 hours/week. Benefits include: Workers comp. & vacation pay. Please mail resume to: Grysiuk Honey Farms Ltd., 30 Granada Cr., Wpg, MB. R2Y 0P8 _____________________ We are looking for permanent part time position at our office in Erickson MB. Wed to Friday. Very good wages.

Office reception. Kindly send email to ameu2021@yahoo. ca . Erickson Dental Clinic.

A John Deere, fly-wheel start, very good condition. Asking $6,800. Call 204-848-2254 _____________________ Steel Building 50 ft wide, 36 ft deep. Blue prints for foundation and building.

Never been assembled. In Neepawa $20,000. or OBO. Phone 204-834-3289. _____________________ POWER TILT WHEELCHAIR (reclines), Pride Quantum 6000Z, 20” x 20” seat cushion,with tall ultra back Vicair adjuster, LG fixed headrest, mounting bracket, auto style seatbelt, 2 Interstate batteries. In very good condition – used in a Personal Care Home. $3,250.00 or reasonable offer. Phone Merle at 1-204-727-8521 or text at 1-204-724-9528 For Rent_Apartment for rent.

Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-841-2006 For Rent__ Call if interested in Manitoba Housing suites.

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Obituary Eileen Margaret Whelpton

December 14, 1936 - September 3, 2020 It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our Mom, Grandma and Great Grandma, Eileen Margaret Whelpton, on September 3,,2020.

Eileen leaves to morn her brother, Murray (Ada), her children, Reid, Darlene (Brian), Neil (Marcy), grandchildren, Cody, Adam, Lance, Brandy (Rodel), Michael (Robyn), Shani (Ryan), Austin and Hayden. Mom was very proud to be the Great Grandma of Carson, Emma, Behya, Ronin and Brynn.

Eileen was predeceased by her husband Calvin, daughter Beverly, brother Gordon Reed and parents, David and Freda Reed.

Mom met Dad at the dance hall in Neepawa, in the early ‘50s. Dad was smitten right away, thinking she was older than she was. It was the beginning of their life together.

Mom and Dad were married on February 19, 1955. He took her to Mentmore, where she became a farmer’s wife and raised their four children.

Mom and Dad semi-retired and moved to Hallboro in 1979. Here they were able to take life a little slower.

They eventually began spending winters in Arizona.

They enjoyed this phase of their lives immensely, making many new friends from all over Canada and the USA. Mom became a mainstay of the High School Rodeo circuit for several years. She rarely missed a chance to see her grandsons rodeo and was known to all the kids as Gramma Whelpton.

Mom was greatly blessed to have some great friends who took her under their wing after Dad’s passing. Whether it was out for coffee, lunch, shopping, bowling or shuffling, Mom’s social calendar was full. The family will forever be grateful to the coffee crew and her close neighbours who always looked out for Mom. For example, it was amazing how a full meal, for both of us, just showed up on her kitchen table the day she came home from a previous hospital stay.

A private graveside service took place on September 11, 2020.

In lieu of flowers, if you wish, you may donate to the Neepawa District Palliative Care or the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, in her memory.

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In Memory

Edith Mae (Blake) Lloyd

Donnie Sollner

May 5, 1936 – August 12, 2020

On August 12, 2020 Edith Lloyd, of McCreary, Manitoba passed away at St. Boniface Hospital.

Feb. 19, 1944 Sept. 19, 2019

She was predeceased by parents Earl and Evelyn Blake, husband Tudor Lloyd, brother Melvin, brothersin-law Gilbert Neiman, Joe Longtin Sr., nephews Albert Longtin and Joe Longtin Jr. (Edie) will be sadly missed by her daughter Vivian, son-in-law John, grandchildren Corey (Todd), Jason (Candy), Vince (Marni). Great grandchildren Dylan, Arlee, Cooper and Cadence. Twin sister Hilda, sister Viola, brother Lewis (Pat), sister-in-law Eva and many niece and nephews.

Due to COVID-19 Edith has been cremated and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation. 409 Tache Avenue, C1026 Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6 Our sincere thanks for all the compassion shown to us during the loss of Mom (Edith). The Livingston family.

Thank You THANK YOU I wish to extend my most sincere gratitude to so many during George's short illness and after his passing. Special thanks to Dr.'s Desilets, Milligan and Cram for their excellent care and compassion and to each and every staff member at the Neepawa Health Centre. I could not have wished for anyone more caring to George and myself. Thanks to Genie at H.A.N.D. and Mary at Handi-Van. Many thanks for the many bouquets of flowers, food, the flood of caring cards and the many, many genuine hugs, and all the offers of help, prayers and love. I will remember every kind gesture. Most “special thanks” go out to our families and friends, especially my brother and sister-in-law, Joe and Darlene Miscavish for being nearby at all times, before, during and after George's passing. They were/are, our/my “Rock”.

A celebration of George's life has not been held as yet, due to COVID-19 restrictions, however I hope to arrange one in the spring of 2021, when restrictions permit. Thank you again and may God Bless each and every one of you.

I MIss You I miss you in the morning And when the sunset fades away, The ache within my heart Just will not go away.

My heart fills with love for you When I think, how much you cared, As I relive all the happiness And the joy that we both shared.

You’re with me every moment And in every move I make, Lie the memories I have of you That I never will forsake.

Loved and remembered always, Kim (Yerex)

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Notice MORTGAGE SALE

The land and building known as 209 Queen Road East, Plumas, Manitoba, as described in Certificate of Title No. 2541712/3, will be sold by public auction by a Licensed Auctioneer on October 5, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at the subject property located at 209 Queen Road East, Plumas, Manitoba.

The Vendor is informed that the property consists of a one storey dwelling approximately 1,040 square feet, with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, full part finished basement, single detached garage on a lot with frontage of approximately 67 feet. The property is serviced by a well and septic system, particulars unknown.

Realty taxes (excluding any accruing water charges) are paid to December 31, 2018.

Prior Charges: Caveat No. 1056527/3.

A deposit of $10,000.00 by way of cash, certified cheque or bank draft payable to Fillmore Riley LLP, and the balance according to conditions which will be available for public view at the Auctioneer’s address above prior to the auction. The property will be sold subject to a Reserve Bid of $80,000.00 plus such other additional and incidental costs which may be incurred by the Vendor from the 10th day of September, 2020 to the date of auction and which costs will be announced prior to the commencement of the sale.

Due to restrictions under The Public Health Act, in order to participate in the auction sale, you must pre-register by contacting the individual below by telephone or email at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled auction.

Attendance by teleconference and/or video conference will be available. Should the successful bidder have attended by teleconference and/or video conference, the bidder will have 24 hours to execute the Auction Sale Conditions and to provide them together with the deposit to our office as set out below.

Further information may be obtained from: FILLMORE RILEY LLP Barristers and Solicitors 1700 - 360 Main Street Winnipeg, MB R3C 3Z3 File No. 242149-2453/MTU /sw (dia) Attention: MATTHEW T. UNDERWOOD Phone: 204-957-8382 Email: auctions@fillmoreriley.com

Jarvis Trucking Ltd,

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at J.M. Young School in Eden

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 476-2388 or email rdickenson@bpsd.mb.ca Send application/resume including references by NOON, Wednesday, September 23, 2020 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.

APPLICATION FOR REVISION: 42(1) A person whose name property has been assessed, a mortgage in possession of property under section 114(1) of The Real Property Act, an occupier of premises who is required under the terms of a lease to pay the taxes on the property, the authorized agent of the person, mortgagee or occupier, or the assessor may make application (fillable form on www.westlake-gladstone.ca) (Click on Municipal\Tax Information\Board of Revision) for the revision assessment roll with respect to: A) Liability to taxation; B) Amount of an assessed value; C) Classification of property; or D) A refusal by an assessor to amend the assessment roll under subsection13(2) APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: 43(1) An application for revision must A) Be made in writing (visit www.westlake-gladstone.ca for fillable form) B) Set out the roll number and legal description of the assessable property for which a revision is sought; C) Set out which of the matters referred to in subsection 42(1) are at issue, and the grounds for each of those matter; and D) Be filed by (i) Delivering it or causing it to be delivered to the office indicated above, or (ii) Serving it upon the secretary, at least 15 days before the scheduled sitting date of the board as indicated in the public notice Applications sent electronically must confirm appeal received by municipal office.

FEES (NEW IN 2018) A minimum filing fee of $50.00 must accompany your application form (on website) with an additional fee of $10.00 for each $50,000 of assessed value of the property to a maximum of $300. The filing fee is refundable in the case where an appeal is reached prior to the Board of Revision sitting. The filing fees are non-refundable if a decision cannot be made at the Council level and the property owner chooses to file an appeal to the Municipal Board.

The Board of Revision will sit at the WestLake-Gladstone Municipal Office on October 21st, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. to hear applications. The final date on which applications must be received by the Secretary of the Board is October 5th, 2020.

Prior to filling a complaint against the liability to taxation, amount of an assessed value, or classification of property, you are encouraged to discuss the matter with the Provincial Municipal Assessment Branch; phone 204-239-3332.

Dated this 12th day of June, 2020.

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We are a progressive, service oriented ag retailer currently accepting application for an

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Public notice is hereby given that the 2021 Assessment Roll for the Municipality of WestLakeGladstone has been delivered to the Municipal Office at 14 Dennis Street E, Gladstone, Manitoba, and is open for public inspection during regular business hours. Applications for revision may be in accordance with sections 42 and 43 of the Assessment Act:

Coralie Smith, CMMA Chief Administrative Officer Municipality of WestLake-Gladstone Box 150 Gladstone, MB R0J 0T0

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MUNICIPALITY OF WESTLAKE-GLADSTONE

for the Neepawa location.

As an Equipment/Floater Operator, you will be responsible for: • Perform preventative maintenance and repair on a variety of equipment • Warehousing and shipping of farm supplies along with general yard work • Flexible work schedule with capability of working long hours • Operate field equipment Skills • Possess a valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license is an asset • Have mechanical and general maintenance experience • Able to handle the physical demands of the position and work in a variety of environments • Self-starter, ability to work alone while being a valuable member of a team • Agriculture background is an asset Submission deadline: September 18, 2020 Submit your resume and cover letter to: Redfern Farm Services Attn: HR Manager 922 Douglas Street, Brandon MB R7A 7B2 Email: hr@redferns.ca Fax: (204) 725-8592 All applications will be held in confidence. Only those individuals advancing in the competition will be contacted.

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For our Neepawa Gas Bar and C-Store Duties to include, but not limited to, pump attendant services, operating the till, housekeeping duties and open or close shifts. May be required to assist in other areas of the Gas Bar and C-Store as needed. Must be available DAYS EVENINGS and WEEKENDS. Qualifications: • Excellent customer service skills • Highly motivated • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends Availability Required: Immediately If you are interested in joining our team, please send your cover letter and resume to: Attention: Glenda Finkewich – Human Resource/Health & Safety Manager Email: g.finkewich@neepawagladstonecoop.com Or mail to: Box 879, Neepawa, MB R0J 1H0 www.neepawagladstonecoop.com We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Invites Applications for the following positions:

Custodial Cleaner at Alonsa School Custodial Cleaner at Glenella School Custodial Cleaner at McCreary School Applications close when positions are filled. These are permanent positions with different hours of work per location. The starting salary for this position is $14.91 per hour.

Further information regarding duties and qualifications may be obtained by contacting the Transportation/Maintenance Supervisor.

All employees of the Division must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry check.

Please forward all applications complete with 3 references to the undersigned.

Dean Bluhm Transportation/Maintenance Supervisor Turtle River School Division Box 309 McCreary, Manitoba R0J 1B0 Phone: 835-2067 or Fax: 835-2426 deanb@trsd.ca Although all applications are appreciated, only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Lots of equipment was out in the fields last Friday. Just north of Neepawa off Highway 5, Doug McLaren was busy combining, with Darrell Waldner towing the grain tank beside. (See harvest story on Page B2)

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Crops coming off in better condition this year

By Ken Waddell Banner Staff

“Farmers this year are getting a bit of a break as the crop is coming off dry this year,” according to Jeff Patterson at Richardson Pioneer at Minnedosa. In an interview on Sept. 11, Patterson noted the dryer crop is in contrast to the last few years, when a lot of grain was harvested at higher than optimal moisture levels. Patterson said, “The yields are pretty good, but heavy rains and flooding wiped out a lot of acres.” As a result of the flooded out acres, the average yield on a quarter section has dropped in some cases. Patterson estimates that up to 50 per cent of the crops are off, but there’s a lot of acres to go through the combines yet in the Minnedosa area. Patterson describes the crop yields in the Minnedosa area as “average”.

Crops coming off in good shape Clint Rogers, manager

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Richardson Pioneer in Minnedosa (pictured) has seen drier crops arriving as of late, compared to what has been seen in previous years, according to Jeff Patterson, a grain merchant with the company.

of Parrish and Heimbecker (P&H) at Gladstone said, “Most of the cereal crops (wheat, oats and barley) are off already and up to 30 per cent of the canola is off. Through the whole

area from Gladstone and Langruth up to Neepawa and north to Ste. Rose, the crops are coming off in good shape.” He indicated yields are pretty good and that the many acres of

soybeans will be another two weeks before they will be dry enough to harvest.

At the interview date, he said the soybean leaves are starting to drop off and that will leave stick-like stems

through the system fairly well. Traditionally, when the grain comes off fast and in a big crop year, the elevator systems and the railways get backlogged.

Rogers said at P&H, they have been able to ship 100 cars a week every week except one since the new crop year started.

On interview day, Ron Krahn, of Rivers, was operating the grain cart in his harvest fields.

Krahn describes the crops around Rivers this year as “not quite as good as they looked, but reasonable. There’s much to be thankful for.” Like most areas, the heavy rains at the end of June and on July 1 caused widespread damage to the crops. Krahn said they didn’t grow corn this year on their farm, but wheat, canola and soybeans.

and bean pods waiting for the combine.

Moving through the system well Both Patterson and Rogers said grain is moving

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By Ken Waddell Banner Staff Ron Krahn, chairman for Acres of Hope at Rivers said, “This year, we only have one field for Acres of Hope and that is the Oak River field, which is 65 acres. We are growing canola this year.” Krahn explained that the group didn’t have their usual field near Rivers available this year and with the COVID-19 situation, they didn’t actively seek

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The Whitemud Growing Project, near Gladstone, finished their canola harvest on Sept. 2 and 4. Pictured, the Odessa Farms crew, assisted by R&S Farms, on the first day of harvest.

By Kira Paterson Banner Staff A number of growing projects in the area have been busy with harvest lately.

Growing projects are usually a group of local farmers who donate land, equipment, time and money to grow a crop for charity.

The proceeds of these projects go to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank (CFGB), a charity which runs programs all over the world to help end hunger.

The Whitemud Growing Project, located near Gladstone, finished their harvest on Sept. 4. They started on Sept. 2, but got interrupted by some rain. Jake Hamm, one of the organizers of the project, noted that they yielded 30 bushels per acre on their 136 acres of canola this year, which is equal to about $39,230. Odessa Farms and R&S Farms volunteered their time to harvest the crop, while Jarvis Farms did the trucking.

Hamm added that the seed was donated and they were given a discount on fertilizer, which helped to reduce input costs.

In addition to their total from the canola, Hamm stated that there was a colony that also donated a huge load of wheat and another colony that donated some cash to the project.

Several other farms that had been involved with the Whitemud Growing Project in previous years decided to do their own growing projects in conjunction with Whitemud. Riverdale Colony, near Gladstone, has 50 acres of soybeans in the field right now for their Bear Creek Growing Project; results from that will be coming after harvest is done.

Springhill Colony, near Arden, just finished harvesting the wheat from their Field Growing Project on Tuesday, Sept.

8. David Wollmann, of Springhill Colony, noted that they got 78 bushels per acre on their 160 acres of wheat. He added that they were sponsored this year by Kulbacki Seeds, Neepawa-Gladstone Co-op, Syngenta, Seed Depot and Redfern Farm Services.

Going slightly south, the Heritage Harvest in Austin is another growing project, with half the proceeds going to CFGB and the other half going to the Manitoba Agriculture Museum. This is the Heritage Harvest committee’s fourth year growing a 65 acre crop that gets harvested by antique farm equipment. Harvest took place Aug. 29 this year, with a yield of 63 bushels per acre, totalling 4,100 bushels of wheat. To help offset the cost of crop input, the Heritage Harvest implemented an “adopt an acre”

Harvest of Springhill Colony’s Field Growing Project took place on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

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The crop came off quickly at Springhill Colony’s Field Growing Project, with multiple combines out on their 160 acres last week.

To the west, the Minnedosa Grain Growing Project is also taking place. This year, they have canola, which was swathed at the beginning of the month and will be combined in the coming weeks.

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It’s tater time!

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A massive crop of potatoes were rolling along the conveyor belt in a field near Wellwood on Thursday, Sept. 10.

Some corny history

By Ken Waddell Banner Staff

Many of today’s farmers in south-western Manitoba are learning about growing corn. It takes a special level of patience to get around some of the problems. Last year, many farmers had to leave their corn crops in the fields because ofadverse harvesting conditions either due to wet corn, wet ground or early snowfall. Grain corn takes a long time to mature and if the fall is a wet one, it can take a long time to dry the grain down to a harvestable moisture level.

I know a little about corn growing history in that we grew it for silage on our farm east of Arden in the 1980s and that my father, John Waddell, was one of the first farmers to grow corn in the 1960s at Holland, Manitoba. Lacking the proper corn seeding equipment, he plugged several drill runs on his Cockshutt drill and spaced the rows out so he could cultivate with a three-point hitch cultivator with some shanks removed to allow the tractor and cul-

tivator to straddle the corn rows. It was silage corn and harvesting was done with a 1958 Allis-Chalmers 50 forage harvester. The machine was quite noisy as it ground through the stalks and cobs.

My mother thought it made a sound like a goose honking and the machine’s long spout made it look like a goose as well. The orange AC harvester was dubbed the goose.

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A significant sight in Neepawa’s historic skyline Looking back at the United Grain Growers and Pool elevators

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This photo, dated Apr. 29, 1982, provides a look back at what was once a significant sight in Neepawa. These were the United Grain Growers and Pool grain elevators that previously stood on the CNR subdivision of the town.

By Casper Wehrhahn Banner Staff This is a sight that can’t be seen in Neepawa anymore– the United Grain Growers (UGG) and Pool grain elevators. According to the Manitoba Historical Society, the UGG elevator was a wooden grain elevator located on the CNR subdivision in town.

It was built by the UGG in 1938, partially using lumber sa lvaged from a torn down elevator at Hallboro. Three annexes were built as emergency storage space in August and September of 1940.

At this time, World War II was in progress and Nazi submarines threatened overseas grain shipments.

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B6 FARMERS’ ADVOCATE SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Bringing in the harvest the old-fashioned way

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The annual Heritage Harvest took place on Saturday, Aug. 29 at Austin in a field owned by the Manitoba Agriculture Museum (MAM). Volunteers use antique equipment to harvest a 65-acre crop, with the proceeds going to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank and the MAM. Last year, the Heritage Harvest Festival took place, offering museum members a chance to get up close and personal with the old equipment. The festival didn’t take place this year, due to COVID-19, but CFGB volunteers still took to the fields with the MAM artifacts, creating quite the sight for passersby.

Left: The Manitoba Agriculture Museum’s Versatile 103 swather, which was in production from 1954 to 1965, was just one of the antique pieces of equipment used in the Heritage Harvest at Austin on Aug. 29. Right: The Cockshutt Model 428 combine, produced between 1956 and 1962, was another MAM vehicle put to use during the Heritage Harvest.

Working the fields one step at a time

Outside the residence of Mr. George Baker in Springhill, Manitoba in 1916.

It appears that the farmer here is working up his field with a horse-drawn plough after his crop has been cut and the sheaves have been stooked.

Once the stooks have dried, they will be ready for threshing.

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MPI: motorists must watch for ag machinery

FARMERS’ ADVOCATE SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 B7

Getting the hay down

PHOTO BY KIRA PATERSON

The discbine was out in this Lansdowne area field as a cattle farmer got his second cut of alfalfa/grass hay to bale up for feed for the winter months.

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With the fall harvest in full swing, Manitoba Public Insurance is asking all motorists to be watchful for large agricultural equipment travelling along roads and highways.

Submitted Manitoba Public Insurance On average, there are nearly 41 collisions yearly in Manitoba involving agricultural equipment and passenger vehicles, according to Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) data.

“Crops are coming off the fields and large agriculture machinery will be travelling on roadways. It’s important motorists be aware and drive responsibly,” said Satvir Jatana, Vice President, Employee and Community Engagement for MPI. “Observance of road safety is key to keeping our roadways safe. Producers are on the roadways moving their machinery. Everyone is expected to share the roads responsibly and safely.”

Farm equipment is large, may take up more than one lane, and is slow moving so motorists need to use extra caution when approaching and overtaking. Producers need to do their part to ensure equipment is properly signed with lights and reflectors in use. Extra caution is also required when entering roadways and making turns with this equipment.

Farm equipment is required to have a slow-moving vehicle emblem clearly visible to traffic approaching from behind, with red reflectors on the back as close as possible to the left and right sides. At night, farm equipment must have headlights, red tail lamps and flashing amber warning lamps.

Farm equipment has a maximum speed of 40 km/h, so it’s easy for motorists to misjudge their speed of approach.

Motorists can do their part by keeping a safe distance from agricultural machinery added Jatana.

“Motorists should be patient when they come upon farm equipment and only pass when safe to do so,” said Jatana. “Be particularly diligent during dusk and dawn hours when it can be difficult to see.”

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Among the fields of gold

PHOTO COURTESY OF NANCY MILLER

Harvest across the Westman region is well underway. Here on the Kartanson Farm, near Minnedosa, a field of canola is gathered up to close out the season.

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