| Summary: | An archive of the Magrath Trading Store News. The University of Lethbridge Library received permission from the Wes Balderson to digitize and display this content. M AGR Al H STORE NEWS OFFICE 758-3033 GROCERIES 758-3535 DRY GOODS 758-3252 HARDWARE 758-3065 STORE HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday.8 a.m. to 6 p.m Wednesday . 8 a.m. to 1 p.m THURSDAY, JULY 30TH, 19 81 .MAGRATH, ALBERTA ***************************ik*** ****************************************** HARDWARE DEPARTMENT ************************************************************************* PER QUART Home Hardware Home Hardware FREEZERS REFRIGERATORS Contemporary mué-a-bed * ENTERPRISE GAS RANGES MC CLARY AUTOMATIC WASHERS & DRYERS AT TERRIFIC PRICES DROP IN TO OUR QUONSET SHOW ROOM AND SEE OUR LINE OF MAJOR APPLIANCES « ELECTRIC RANGES - SELF CLEANING AND REGULAR OVENS. I * jehF I Esso Extra I Multigrade 10W30 ’ Motor Oil I Imperial's premium all season multi- -'.rotoroil. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NEWS We were very disappointed, as no doubt many of you were, that Kathy Weing did not appear on C.F.C.N. television as we had advertised. We called Cplgary and asked why?? Their explanation was that this was their first attempt to televise from this new building. The top contestants, including Kathy, had been televised and taped but because the lighting and sound was sometimes very inadequate, only the ones they thought were viewable were shown. They did ask us to convey their sincere apologies to Kathy which we have done. Recent additions to our memberslj Jensen & Co.) as a new Norton and and Richard Sugden Hamiltons) are also the Sheer JOKERS Men's Joggers in two styles; White leather ¡»Sgk with trim■ . G■ rey suede with trim. \ REG. $35.00 were Happy Valley Farms (L.R. We are very pleased to announce member the Law Firm of Fletcher, Pollock. Duncan Thompson --- --- (son-in-law of members of the building. the J.A. firm with offices in RUNNERS Handsome White Runner with blue trim. REGULAR $19.95 took top spot in the Open Golf tournament 111 for three course. Rollie Havens in second, shot off the pace while Allen ter and Ken Dahl were tied with shots back in the top flight, elly Strong placed third in the Tom Alston Cardston Men's recently, shooting a rounds of the nine hole came annual held Second and Mrs. England, !r"aryäl!<erchiefs Tom Gill of Darlington, and Mr. & Mrs. John Carnell England, returned home after visiting for two Rasmussens. They stated ’ - - Mrs. Carne11 stay longer. They really atmosphere. Tom uncle, a brother Mr. Decon, of Brixham, Devon, Tuesday, July 21st weeks with the B.J. they were impressed with Alberta, said she would like to enjoyed the clear prairie Gill is Marjorie Rasmussen s of her father. had all the during the week-at Sacrament the Magrath 1st Ward Sunday honored Mr. and Mrs. Doug Harker members of their family home end and all were in. attendance Services in afternoon when Doug and Mildred were at a Missi'onary Farewell. Out-of-town members included Mr. Butch Nelson and family of Orem: Mr. Barry Cuell and family of Provo; Mr. Ken Butler and family of Glenwood; Mr MrS. Lance Harker and family of Provo, and Mrs. Keith Anderson and family of Warner as well as Mr. and Mrs. Brook Harker and family of Magrath. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Harker will leave in September for Mission work in Winnipeg. Men's Navy/White Polka dot Handkerchiefs - size 24-x24". REG $1.00 $3.25 and and and and Mrs . Mr s . Mr s . *************** FOUND: Man's gold colored Electric wrist watch, boy's digital watch, may claim by News Office. Also Owners identifying at ton Alfalfa hay Rasmussen, Ph. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bryks of St. Michaels, Alberta are receiving congratulations on the birth of a daughter, Patricia Ann, 7 lb. 11 oz., born July 22nd, 1981. Maternal grandmother is Mrs. Ardella Bennett of Magrath. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Handley of Armstro B.C. visited with friends in Magrath and district during the past week. ng , FOR SALE: 2% acre irrigated serviceable building lot. Reduced price. All offers . Ph. 758—6849- FOR SALE: 60 s tacked. Bob 758-3442 LEFT AT TREASURY BRANCH - set of GM keys on leather fob. Call at News Office. LOST: 30 lb. wiener pig. Finder please call 758—3015 FOR SALE: Smith/Corona typewriter ribbon cartridges. New and partially used. Phone 758-3486. FOR SALE: 1971 Chev Station Wagon, fully equipped. 77,000 miles. Good second car. Offer Wes Balderson. Ph. 758-6380 Summer Clearance Special Racks Spring and Summer Dresses Swim Wear \ LADIES, MISSES & GIRLS SWIM SUITS IN ONE AND TWO PIECE STYLES. POPULAR COLORS IN PATTERNS & PLAINS. NOW CLEARING AT 1/2 PRICE Ladies’Sweaters ALSO 1 RACK OF DRESSES CLEARING AT . Price T-SHIRTS Price V2 Price Ladies Handbags - 1 counter clearing - included are a few genuine leathers. A good assortment Of Ladies Sweaters in popular Cardigan fashions. Smart colors that will coordinate . Handbags Misses & Ladies Shirts in Cotton Polyester knit. A good assortment of fashion styles in popular colors. Ideal for wearing with Slims, Jeans, Skirts, etc. « Summer Sandals Kiddies Sandals in smart styles for Summer wearing. White and Tan, Now is the time LU‘to get Holiday footwear - or even suitable for Back-to-School" wear. 1 TABLE AT 1/2 PRICE and 18th. It is felt more than that number we present. Represented were familie of George, Henry, Mary and John, coming from Washington, Utah and various areas A social evening with pot Peter, B . C. , of Alberta. luck supper was held Friday evening at Jubilee Park with cousins greeting cousins for the first time in many years. Many camped there over night. On Saturday morning a Geneological Meeting was held followed by pot luck dinner and program. Over 60 members of the descendants of James Boyack Ririe and Elizabeth Anne (Morgan) Ririe and Julia E. (Hawks) Ririe met in the Drop In Center Monday evening for the annual "Ririe" Reunion. Wesley Balderson was in charge of th'is year's gathering, ably assisted by Shelton Ririe and other members of the A delicious supper was by program and games. Each year a biography 'of one Ririe descendants is given, this "clan". enjoyed followed The annual Sabey Reunion - a gathering of the families of William and Sarah Sabey - was held in the Magrath Cultural Hall Saturday, July 25th with some 200 descendants present. The Ves Sabey family was in charge of this year's gathering. A dinner, program, geneology was held and an enjoyable time of ing and reminiscing. .Sab TOPS ' SHORTS V Swimwear / SUMMER WEAR IN ASSORTED STYLES SHADES, FABRICS, THESE RACKS CLEAR-AT y2 PRICE of the year preALBERTA ALBERTA SOUVENIER SOUVENIER SOUVENIER SOUVENIER CUSHION TOPS T SHIRTS PINS & DECALS SPOONS review visit- Friday, July. 24th, eighty six descend-of the family of David Richard Toomer Eliza Anne (Matthews) Toomer gathered Family ReunRuth Knight and Mrs. Carol in charge and had planned the ants and at the Drop In Center for a ion. Mrs. Wright were occasion. Dinner was enjoyed; entertainment was provided for the younger members while family histories books Toomer women were Members were in California, Idaho, Colorado and Montana Edmonton, Regina, Medicine Hat, Magrath. "REYQND" PRE SHAMPOO CONDITIONER Pre-treatment & Shampoo for beautiful, manageable hair. REGULAR $2.69 . 99c Recipe DUSTING P.O H ILL1fl Powder 5.95 Pleasantly scented "Cachet Dusting . “ in decorative metal containers. 175 g. REGULAR $8.50 ea. ****************** and Mrs. Raeldon (Dana) family of Portland; . Earl (Mona) Smith and ,of Victoria, Paul (Janet) Christensen and family of Spanish Fork, Utah who also \ --- along with Mr. and and and "Aviance" were reviewed, containing favorite recipes of the distributed. present from U.S. points Oregon, Minnesota, as well as Lethbridge, Leduc and Mr . and Mrs Approximately 175 descendants of Heber Dudley and Dorothy (Wallace) Dudley met in the Magrath Cultural Hall Friday, July 24th for a Family Get-to-gether. A luncheon family pictures and visiting was much enjoyed by those attending. Out-of-towners present included Mrs. Thelma McKee of Florida; Mr. and Mrs. Mabe Squires of Salt Lake City, their daughter Janice and her Creek, Calif., » two daughters of Walnut ______ > _____ _ and Mrs. Hickman and daughter Melissa Mrs . Sears of Spokane, (Arvilla) Louthen of Sequim, daughter Karen, also wife Diane and daughter Sarah of California Mr. Pat McMurrin of Ogden; Wash., Mr. thei r Martin (Joann) of Provo; Mrs. LaVerle and Mrs. Ed Wash, their son Jim, his *** Mr . B . C . Mr. and Barker and family Mr s . visited at the George Dudleys, and Mrs. John Taylor Dr. and Mrs. Robert Taylor f amilies. Sixty-five members of the Dudley/Taylor families gathered at the home of George & Lillian Dudley Monday afternoon following a Waterton Lakes tour, and enjoyed a delicious dinner prepared by Mrs. Dudley. A most enjoyable time was had as -reported by Paul Christensen of Spanish FOR SALE: 3 burner ice box. 16’ Scamper stove & oven, Sleeps six. Fork. trailer , sink and Ph. 8-3750 % Off family of Raymond,- family of Stirl- Tollestrup family the home of their & Betty Tanner. Dennis Mertz ’bursting at the seams" with relatives and visitors home for the annual Birthday celebration. Seen - or reported "home for the occasion were the following: The David Tanner family of Texas, the. John Tanner family of Californ-j ia, the Ron Hunt the ing and the Phil of Milk River at parents, Pingree Henning and Geraldine Andersen of Salt Lake City visiting the Ping Tanners, Garth Colemans and Bridge families. Dr. and Mrs. Burns Sabey, their daughter Karen and granddaughter Chantell of Fort Collins, Colorado visiting and attending the Toomer & Sabey reunions. 1 Mr. and Mrs. Grant Wheeler had their family home for the weekend including Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Page & family of Dufur, Ore., Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Wheeler of Utah; Mr. and Mrs. Neil Wheeler and'ifamily of Calgary, Mr. and Mrs. Alan Gallup & family of Claresholm, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Thomson and family of Medicine Hat. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Blumell were visitors at his parents' home - Russell and Frances Blumell. . Mr. and Mrs. Ellery Hansen of Salt Lake City were visitors at the home of her brother Lyman Turner. Jack & Donna Kearl had as their guests her brother Jack and wife Elaine Murphy of Nanaimo, B.C. Mrs. LaVaun Coombs of Camerio, Calif, is visiting her sister Ireta and Charlie Matkin. The Lawrence Landy family of Lakeside, Calif, are visiting parents Willie & Dorothy Wocknitz and Mary Landy. Alice Faye Rogers of Logan, Utah visited the Rasmussen relatives and attended the reunion. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Humphries of Red Deer, Anna Marie White and LeRoy Rasmussen of Whitecourt were guests of the Robert Rasmussens. Earl & Margaret Clifton of Seattle Wash, visited the Clifton relatives. Elden Christensen had Elaine and husband Harold his visiters from Portland, FANTASTIC VALUE! SWEATERS Jantzen Sweaters in Pullover & Cardigan Styles. Assorted patterns as well as plain & fancy knits. Ï 1 WESTERN liATS Men's VJestern Straw Hats in assorted st; Men's Blue Denim Western Hats. Work Socks "Glenmont" Brand Work Sox in a blend of wool and synthetic yarns. Grey with trim. Pack of 3 pr. REGULAR $6.95 pkg. SWIMTRUNKS Men's & Boys Swim Trunk in assorted styles,, fabrics and colors. REGULAR 2.95-$20 5 & Coleman daughter Card as Oregon. Dr. Don and Norma Woolley of Ames, Iowa visited Ririe and Woolley relatives. Visiting at the Merlin Harrison home were children Mr. and Mrs. Lance Harker and children of Provo, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Prince and children of Lethbridge and Krisann Harrison of Provo, Utah. The Waldon Gurneys had as their guests the Waldon Gurney family of Grantsville, Utah and the Brice Gurney family of Calgary. ************************** Mr. and Mrs. Fred Briggs of . Salt Lake City were Magrath visitors for the holiday. Dr. & Mrs. Barrie Steed and daughters of Calgary were visitors at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Christensen. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Thomas of' Grace Idaho have been guests of his daughter Kathleen & Brook Harker. TABLECLOTHS Mr. «.ad Mrs. Heber Brown and family & Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Fuller and family of California, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Newell and family of Eugene, Oregon, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Toomer and family of Utah were visitors at the home of Eva & Tom Perry and attended the Toomer Reunion. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Sugden and family of Leduc and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Rice of Santa Rita, Mont, were also in attendance at the Toomer Reunion. Pretty new perma-press Tablecloths in pleasing designs & colors. . ■ 52"x52" . *12^5 Mrs. Pearl Harrison's guests have been Clifford & Joan Harrison of Salem, Ore.; Grant Barrie, Ontario. & Mary Harrison of 52"x70" linen tea towels FOR SALE: 391 Ford completely rebuilt, offer. Ph. 758-3600 or 758-3144. Phil Carter. industrial motor, $1500 of nearest CARD OF THANKS: To all who participate in our map drawing project. We had ove lucky winner of the book, "Chinook Country" is Judy Walker, a student in Miss Heninger's room. Anyone wishing to have his map may call at the Library. . Magrath Public Library. LOST: Blue pen with "donkey pulling man" in floatation. Finder please return to Kathy Gesinghaus. 100% Linen Tea Towels "Sundew" Brand in color-one hundred entries'. The ful garden motif. SIZE: 20"x30". REGULAR $1.98 Quilt Batting REGULAR TOWELS ill Also visiting :the Gurney home Boyson of Edmon- 100% Terylene bonded Quilt Batts, size 78"xl00" Light weight Towels, bath size - 20"x40". Assorted patterns in pastel shades. REGULAR $3.95 ea ********************** Capt. & Mrs. Robert Shearer and family of Merced, Calif, are holidaying with her mother Mrs. Marguerite Thomson. Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Gurney and ten children of Swift Current visited Heninger and Earl Gurney home s were Mr. and Mrs. Bert ton. ' Mark & Maria Passey Saturday from visiting in Germany and touring Switzerland. arrived home her relatives Austria and THE MAGRATH TRADING CO. WILL REMAIN MONDAY, AUGUST 3, CIVIC HOLIDAY NOTICE: We repair and do all kind-s of small jobs from tuning up small garden engines, tillers, mowers to motorcycle We paint houses, roofs and fences, repair & build them too. Even build cement sidewalks & gravel driveways. No job too small. Phone us, 758-6288 or 758-3385. NOTICE: Will do babysitting in my home weekdays. Call 758-3559. Wanda Madill. NEEDED: A ride to Lethbridge North side near 5th Ave. (Dresser Clark) between 6:30 &'7:00 a.m. If someone is going or knows someone who goes and can help, please phone Sherri at 758-3112. Mrs. Lottie Harker has had as her guests Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Godfrey of San Raefel, Calif. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Godfrey of Calgary who have also been visiting the Bourne families. « t Mrs. Sue Kado’s guests have been her son & daughter-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Kelvin Kado and family of Peace River, who also visited the Ben Rasmussens; nephew Rodney Hikida of Richmond, B.C. who also visited with grandparents Mr. and Mrs. S. Saga; and daughter Vicki Kado and friend Joan Bird of Calgary. Wendell & Alice Fowler of Salt Lake City are visiting at the home of her mother, Mrs. Maud Ririe. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Blumel and family of Victoria are guests of his mother Mrs. Della Blumel. Rob Ririe, John Joe Cook and Jamie Anderson have attended Basketball Clinics in the U.S. £3 Bulk Wieners Stewing Beef lean . **************** ******************* ***************** The Town of Magrath celebrated the annual birthday in traditional fashion beginning Friday evening with a fine display of crafts shown at the Country Faire in the Big Gym. Dancing too. Saturday morning the Lions Club breakfast in the Magrath Trading Co. Social Hall was well attended following which residents and visitors to the town lined the main thoroughfare to view the annual parade directed by parade marshal Don Johnson, and led by the Magrath Band under the direction of Band Master Steve Brockway. Children's races, viewing exhibits, a ham plate luncheon was served at noon by the 2nd Ward. Friday afternoon’s downpour caused Saturday's cancellation of the Gymkana at the Stampede grounds. Open house was held at the Old Hospital hosted by Dennis & Mary Scott. The Elders' Bar-B-Que was well attended with the Magrath Band Field Show climaxing the day. Also taking place during the festivities were bicycle racing, street dancing - and of course visiting and reminiscing. Parade winners were as follows: FLOATS: Commercial - 1. C.P.R. Train; 2. Sunshine Excavating (Gordon Card) 3. Treasury Branch. Fraternal 1. 3rd Ward Primary; 2. 1st Ward Primary; 3. 1st Ward M.I.A. Family — 1. Dudleys. 2. Pillings. 3. Jensens. Novelty - 1. Robt. Wocknitz Family. 2. Bank of Montreal. 3. Sheers Insurance . Decorated Cars — 1. L.D.S . Missionaries 2. Swim Club. Other local floats and entries in the Parade included Magrath Trading Co.; Fire Department and Green Acres Fertilizer. Children's Section Winners were Decorated Tricycles - 1. Shanon Edwards 2. Jeromy Pickett 3. Michelle Long. gj,cyclgs 1. Lisa Edwards 2 . Heather Harris 3. Brian Low. Costumed Child 1. Heidi Warnock 2. Angie Dahl. 3. Arlie Greenwood. Costumed Group *************** 1. Rhythm Band (Diana Moors, 5 — '' & Jamie Rollingson, Erika & Robert Brandt) 2. "Just Married" (Barbara McCoy, Sherri Bossert, Jody ^orsyt.) 3. Melody Ripley & Cindy Anderson. Pest Novelty 1. "Rub-a-dub-dub" (David, Nathan & Morgan Kearl) 2. "Gilded Cage" (Vicki Strong) 3. Dainard's go-cart. Country Faire Winners - Commercial 1. David Ely. 2. Superheat Freshair Fireplaces. 3. Mary Cant - Health & Happiness. Non Commercial 1. 3rd Ward Relief Society 2. Soccer 3. Prairie Patchwork Anthology. Thanks to all who co-operated fcr the Country Faire, the quilters, patchnickers, booth builders and caretakers of the School. I have enjoyed the past five years doing exhinits. I feel it is time to give others a chance to create an atmospheric 24tL. Please conttct DeVar Dahl or Russ Cutler if you would like to do next year's exhinits. Shirley Dahl. EXERCISES in Swimming has begun fcr men & women. Come on Thursday , 9 p ■r> to the ”~‘1 ? ' cgister. Phone 75C6392 for information. WEAVING - for young people beg-'"- Monday, Aug. 10th. 5 classes. Cai. Shirley Dahl, 758—3585 to registe . WORSHIP SERVICES at Magrath United Church resume this Sunday, Aug. 2nd 9:45 a.m. HELP WANTED: Someone to do yard wort. Will pay $4/hr plus a bonus for a fast, hard worker. Ph. 758-3263. PLAYGROUND: Will begin August 4 -. Aug. 20. Tues. & Thurs. afternoons from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Drop In Center Gym. Activities will be new. Please be sure to register your child with the Town* Office before Playground begins. FOR SALE: Corner building lot in Magrath, 67'xl60T. Ph. 758-3557 and ask for Paul
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