| 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. MAGRATH TRADING CO STORE NEWS OFFICE 758-3033 GROCERIES 758-3535 DRY GOODS 758-3252 HARDWARE EEPT. 758-3065 STORE HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday.8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday . •. g a.m. to 1 p.m. SUPER LOOK LADIES READY-TO-WEAR SEAMLESS SUPPORT BRA TRICOT CLQTHES LOOK SMOOTH.YOU LOOK SUPER! THURSDAY, APRIL 3rd, 1980 .MAGRATH, ALBERTA. *******************************************************★*************’***************** & JACKETS Co-ordinates” Join the Easter Parade this Sunday in a smartly styled i Wyndham Co Ordinate that has just arrived. Well " ‘‘ ed Skirts, Slacks, Blazers, Vests, Blouses. DUSTERS "Elegant Lady" Dusters in popular Polyester & Cotton. Many new styles have arrived for the Spring & Sumner season. PRICED FROM JEANS the 22" » PLAYTEX' 1 COUNTER OF SUPER LOOK ERAS BY PLAYTEX. WE HAVE JUST RECEIVED A NEW SHIPMENT "Big Blue" JEANS. Choose leg or the 17" Peg Bottom Leg. $26 8 $28 COATS FALL S WINTER COATS OFF Easter Treats! MINTS .$3,95 TURTLES . $5.95 ALL NUTS.$5.49 PARTY MINTS . $10,95 WE STILL HAVE A FEW EASTER EGGS LETT. Mrs. Eva Weing, beloved wife late Jacob Weing, passed away in Magrath Municipal Hospital March at the age of 82 years. Born in Hungary, the late Mrs. Weing came to Canada with her husband and family in 1954 settling in Magrath. Her husband Jacob passed away in 1959. She has resided at the home of her son Jacob and his wife Katie until the time of her passing. Survivors include two sons Jacob of Magrath and John of Hamilton, Ontario; one sister, Apalonia Nesz in Germany; two grandchildren, John Rosa Weing of Hamilton, grandchildren Kathy and Magrath. Funeral services for Weing were held in St. John's Lutheran Church Wednesday afternoon, March 26/80 with Pastor Fred Hertwig officiating. Eva Kren attended the Memorial Book register while ushers for the service were Norman Hillmer and Ernst Widmer. Donna Warnock presided at the organ and accompanied the congregation in the singing of the hymns "Nearer My God to Thee" and "Abide With Me". Pallbearers were Louis Kren, Elias Frick, John Rallion, Henry Railion, Albert Gust, Phillip Waiand. Interment took place in the Magrath Cemetery. Martin Bros, were in charge of funeral arrangements. of th the 24/80 i Weing of Magrath, Ontario; two great Robert Weing of the late Mrs. For the fourth year in a row, Michael Gruninger was Grand Award winner of the Lethbridge Regional Science Fair held the past week, Michael also won the gold medal in his category, Grades 7,8,9, and a trip to the National Fair which will be held in Thompson, Manitoba May 11th to 18th. His display this year was Geometrodynamics . • Michael is the 14 year old son of George and Irene Gruninger. We congratulate Michael on his winning of this grand award and wish him continued success in his knowledge of Science. EGG COLORING KIT New you can color Easter Eggs quickly and skilfully with the new Egg Coloring Kit. Ccmes complete with 5 different colors. (REGULAR $1.99) Easter Cards ASSORTMENT OF EASTER CARDS IN BEAUTIFUL DESIGNS. PRICED FROM 50£ UP Sheet Ensembles WABASSO SHEET ENSEMBES - fitted sheet, flat sheet, pillcw slips. DOUBLE BED Reg. $29.95 QUEEN SIZE SETS. $28 Pillow Protectors * ** i Styled by Vanity. Washable, decorative. Zipper opening. REGULAR $3.95 . 319 TABLECLOTHS Linen-look Table Cloths in perma-press fabric. Soil realease. Beige, Brcwn, Cinnamon. SIZE: 60x90. REGULAR $24.95 19*5 SESQUICENTENNIAL GRAND BALL (1830-1980) A big night is in sotre for everyone on April 19th at the Raymond Alberta Stake Centre. The Lethbridge Big Band will perform for your dancing and listening pleasure. The ladies will be given a dance card, just like the old days, so they can have the dances filled in by the gentlemen as promises to spin through the numbered dances of waltzes, swing and others. A reception will begin at 7:30 where the guest will file in, be greeted by past members of the Stake Presidencies, glide into the Stake Cultural Hall and visit while the Big Band warms the party goers with special selections - then the Grand March begins at 9 p.m. There will be a short floor show midway during which the secon year Priests & laurels will be honored. Tickets are only $2.50 each available from the seventies of each ward. Ian G. Mandin, Publicity. Men's newly arrived Jogging Suits in a choioe of colors - Navy with Blue trim, Tan with orange trim. PRICED AT T-SHIRTS Shauna Stacie New Spring T Shirts in styles. 65% Polyester Cotton "Big Blue" or 100% Nylon Mesh with number front. The Silhouette Academy of Dance, students of Miss Lori Ully, is happy to announce the following student have successfully completed their National lap Dance Exam which was held in Lethbridge March 10/80 with Mr. Al Gilbert from the United States the examiner. Grade 1 Tap: Shandy Card 95, Joanne Anderson 97, Brittany Harker 99, Michelle Leavitt 96, Deanna Moors 95, Maria Coleman 80, Theresa Coleman 88, Julie Dudley 93, Lisa Nishikawa 94, Kimberley Rowe 91, Erica Brandt 99, Chantel Deering 97, Vicky Strong 96, Mamie Kendrick 94, Angie Dahl 95, Julie Kendrick 98, Renee Rasmussen lOOj Grade 2 Tap- Nancy Wilson 100, Taylor 98, Michelle Strong 91, Harker 98. __ Medal Presentation will be at the Dance Review on May 22/80. ;■ ' NOTICE -- Patent Meeting for all Silhouette Dance Students on April 16/80 at 7 p.m. L. R. Jensen, a native son of Magrath, was honored last week at the annual dinner of the Canadian Wool Growers CoOperative who this year held their annual convention in Lethbridge. Lolavee had served as a director of this organization for many years and as president for about ten years before his retiremat His father had helped found this organization and also served as present. Both men have served with distinction having a particular ability to work with government officials in behalf of these organizations. He received the traditional order of the Golden Fleece. The dinner held at Erickson’s was attended b delegates from across Canada, all members of Lolavee’s family available as well as some his friends. Lolavee has served many years in many positions with distinction and has shown himself to be a real leader as is the case with over twenty years as president of the Sugar Beet Growers in Alberta and Canada. We offer our sincere congratulations. (C.C. Spencer) of TRAINING SUITS Dress Shirts Men's Dress Shirts in handsome styles Popular shades including Tans, Blues, White. REGULAR $18 - $27 20% OFF Get a new tie for Easter. We have an handsame display of Bcw Ties and Regular Dress Ties in plains and patterns. $1.00 -$10.00 NOTICE: A public hearing will be held at the Magrath Civic Building on Tuesday, April 22nd at 7 p.m. to hear presentations and discussions on the Land-Use By-Law that the Town of Magrath proposes to pass. Any person claiming to be affected by the proposed By-Law and any other person desiring to make representation and that the Council agrees to hear, shall make representation in wirting to the Municipal Administrator, Box 520, Magrath, not later than 5:00 p.m., 18th day of April, 1980. The By-Law is available for inspection at the Town Office from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. WANTED: Ride to Edmonton for two people. Need to be there on a week day. Ph. 758-3458 or 329-0853. . NOTICE: Due to lost Lease in 1981, I would like to rent Farm land in Magrath-Welling area. Have own machinery. Contact: Howard Ririe, Box 153, Magrath or phone 329-8253, WANTED: Waitresses & Cooks. Apply Ice Cream Palace. No Phone Calls, please. FOR RENT: 2 bedroom house. Call Cardston 6533679 I * ■ & number of Magrath Club members and their attended the annual Show" of the Blairmore Club Saturday night, attending included 9 Ervin Raasch, and Mrs. Heikki Ojala, , Mr. and Mr. and Mrs. DIAPERS 100% Cotten SQ95 Sleeping Bags following J. stock for REGULAR $11.95 per doz. FLANNEIETIE DIAPERS - SIZE: 26’x26" Mothers - be sure and up on lots of diapers your baby. trim. 4-14 GIRLS' •- & PINAFORE SETS RUNNERS LOOK AT THIS SAVING you (REGULAR $3.95) 1 BASKET OF RUNNERS IN POPULAR BLUE OR WHITE. Little Girls A Lions wives "Gong Lions Those Mr. and Mrs. Hans Raasch Mr. and Mrs Mr. Mr. Al Kerscher Mrs. Jim Ririe, John Bourne and Mrs. Helsby Aneca. During the evening, Mrs. Dora Raasch was the lucky winner of a trip for two to Las Vegas in a draw sponsored by the Coleman Lions Club. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Stevenson have had as their guest Mrs. Helen Barnes of Nanaimo, B.C. Mrs. Barnes was present for the annual Ceilidh Dance held Friday. In fact, Mrs. Barnes gave Mrs. Stevenson her first Highland dance lesson. WANTED: The addresses of the for a Class Reunion - Wanda Harris Jones, Blair Bennett, Charlie Longwood, Betty Edler, Lila Ellis. Anyone knowing them please leave with Cal Alston at the Post Office. GIRLS 2 PIECE. SE’iS in attractive Blue/White or Red/White. collar SIZES: Slacks with sleeveless Vest Smart for Spring & Surimer. $11.95 - $14,95 LITTLE _____ ____ __________ White Pinafores with floral trim. Matching panties. 9-18 mo THANK YOU: A sincere thank you to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff of the Mag-rath Municipal Hospital for the excellent- care I had while a patient there. Rose Sedulyak. THANK YOU: We wish to express, our sincere thanks and appreciation to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff of the Magrath Municipal Hospital for the kind care and attention given to Mrs. Weing during her six week stay in hospital. To friends and neighbors for their visits, calls and many kindnesses shown her, we appreciate it so much. Our thanks also to those who extended sympathy and for the condolences we have received in our bereavement. The Weing Family. IRRIGATION BUILDER 2 - Those who have not handed their biographies in to Cal Alston and who wish to be included in the History Book for 1980, please get them in immediately. Those families who have not had a family picture taken recently may have this done by Homer’s Barn for $1 a family for our Book. He will this for us after Easter if we have enough families registered. Please contact B. Cook or C. Alston if are interested in this service. "Donald Duck" Sleeping Bags Polyester shell with fiberfil. Zippered opening. Gay patterned for Baby. patterned for Baby. (REGULAR $12.95) EXTENSION: Just one last chance. We know there are those who may not have succeeded in meeting our deadline so we are giving them a few days more to April 8th, ONE MORE WEEK. We think this Band History Book will be a treasure to value, it will definately be to us and we want it to be to you. We want to especially thank all who have contributed towards making this Book a treasure to enjoy. Many people have given most valuable information and help and we 4o appreciate it and them. We will further inform you of details of the Book as we proceed with its publication. REGULAR $27.95 i made to which inMary Lou Rhonda Berry. . Lowry, 2. Brunner. 2. Carrie - It was a most enjoyable evening for parents, relatives and friends who gathered at the School Gym Friday to view the annual Ceilidh. Ed Cant welcomed the fifty five dancers and teachers who entered the hall with Danny Moors taking the salute for Ceilidh. Narrator was Norma PiJ.lj.ijg and music lady was Kathleen Harker. Medal presentations were winners of dance competitions eluded: Jr. Highland Fling: 1. Davies, 2. Kaylene Taylor, 3. Int. Highland Fling: 1. Karen Linda Stevenson, 3. Nancy Ann Sword Dance: 1. Karen Lowry, : Marsden, 3« Dan Moors. Rob Roy: 1. Nancy Ann Brunner, 2. Karen Lowry. 3. Janice Veale. Marks were very close and high. Special awards: Best Beginner - Kyrie Engen. Most Improved, Dancer - Jennifer Cook. Achievement - Robert Ojala. Excellence - Mary Lou Davies with a mark of 94 for Highland Fling. ' * Guest artists of the evening were the popular quartet of Moyle Pilling, Charlotte & Glenn Fletcher and Maureen Rasmussen who sang "Eidelweiss" accompanied on the piano by Carol Lowry; Kathy Weing who delighted the audience with her medley of German Accordian numbers and vocalist Jan McCulloch with her pleasing renditions of "End of the Road" accompanied by Sharon Sam , and "Amazing Grace". Two special guests were introduced,- Mrs. Helen Morrison Barnes of Nanaimo, B.C. who gaVe Alice Stevenson her first highland dancing lesson; and Walter Brown who was celebrating his 80th birthday Friday. . A "Thank You" to all who gave so much towards the success of the Ceilidh this year. Thank you especially to the teachers Lisa Pilling, Shannon Cook, Vynet Miller, Sheri Davies, Kelly Bogdan and Liisa Ojala, • the guest artists; Norma Pilling and Kathleen Harker; the parents who sewed and sewed; the students who worked hard for 6 months to accomplish and master some very difficultdances - to all whd gave of their time in any way. It was much appreciated. Congratulations to the winners of the competition. Alice Stevenson. I Mrs. Eva (Powell) Gruninger, beloved wife of Steve Gruninger, passed away in Del Bonita Saturday, March, 29, 1980 at the age of 51 years. Born June 21, 1928 in Cardston, she lived in Rinard for her first seven years, then in 1935 moved with her parents to Kimball. She lived in the Cardston vicinity until moving to Magrath in the fall of 1945 where she met and married Steve Gruninger on July 18, 1946. She had lived in Magrath, moving to Del Bonita only a short time Two styles of Cougars ago- Blue/Gold, Brcwn/Beige. Suede, Nylon and leather. She is survived by her loving husband Steve, two sons Bryan of Lethbridge, Richard of Star City, West Virginia; four daughters Mrs. Ray (Afton) Johnson and Mrs. Low (Laurel) Hansen of Magrath, Mrs. Gerald (Margaret) Henry of Del Bonita and Roberta Gruninger of Vancouver, B.C.; seven grandchildren Donna and Wendi Johnson and Kerry Hansen of Magrath, Roberta Noel of Vancouver, Jessica Henry of Del Bonita, Woody and Josh Gruninger of Star City, West Virginia; seven sisters Mrs. Ruth Vester of. Vancouver, Mrs. Georgia Hague of Cardston, Mrs. Fern Hague of Castlegar, Mrs. Sally Rogers of Whitefish, Mrs. Marie Slawson of Lethbridge, Mrs. Faye Olsen of Mes$, Arizona, Mrs. Afton Woslyng of Inuvik, N.W.T; one brother Lewis Powell of Sundown, Texas. She was predeceased by her father Joseph on July 3, 1954 and mother Margaret on Sept. 6, 1972. Funeral Services were held in the Magrath L.D.S. Chapel Wednesday April 2, 1980 with Bishop Tom Karren officiating. Interment took place in the Magrath Cemetery. ” Mr. and Mrs. Syl weekend at in-law Mr. of Innisfail. the home and Mrs. Mr. John Weing Rarick were visitors last of their daughter and spn- Gerry McKinney and family has returned to his home in Hamilton, Ontario after attending the funeral of his mother the late Eva Weing and visiting with his brother and sister-in-law • ’Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Weing and family. Croteau and her parents Mr. and Mrs. Rene Edmonton are visiting Lawrence McClain. David of Mr. and Mrs. Mr. and Mrs. Kayo Yamamoto of Calgary were Magrath visitors Sunday. Their daughter Shelly who had been visiting with Miss Sharon Sam returned home with them. Mr. and Mrs. Don Schmidt and family Drayton Valley are visiting at the home Mr. and of o# Mrs. Ed Hill. Richard Gruninger arrived from Star City, West Virginia to attend the funeral of his mother, the late Eva Gruninger and visit with his family. Mrs. Mona Cluff and daughters Camille and Shaela of Chihuahua, Mexico ate visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. Fred Strate. Mrs. Marjorie Coleman and Mrs. Marilyn Neilson have returned from a visit to Sequimj Wash, where they visited Mr. and Mrs. Ed Louthen. They were accompanied on their return « home by their mother Mrs. Cecelia Foote who had spent the past three the Louthens and by Mrs. in Magrath and district. ATTENTION: Anyone having Hosek's Band please contact Lyda Poulsen, Phone 758-3176. months visiting with Louthen who will visit any pictures of Mr. EASTER Super Specials TURKEYS LILYDALE . ■ «filiti h ■J’' Rib Roast PRIME BEEF Pork Side Ribs FOR ROASTING MINUTE STEAK CUBED BEEF STEAK » I I 1 i I I ■ ♦ 1 4 I I I I * 8 i t « i i a i i i i U Hani Roast swifts A number of Magrath students took part in the recent Lethbridge Kiwanis Music & Speech Arts Festival. Included in the winners were the following; Piano Solo Twentieth Century 19 yrs. & under - Dan Davies 87; Piano Solo 10 yrs. & under - Kimberly Norton 85; Canadian Composers 10 yrs. & under - Marilyn Norton 86; Transcription 10 yrs. & under Joyce Wocknitz 84; Dramatic Poetry 14 yrs & under - Leanne Davies 88; Accordian Stradella 9 yrs & under Joyce Wocknitz 84; 12 yrs & under Kathy Weing 86; Lyric Poetry 14 yrs & under Leanne Davies 86; Solo Speech Recital 14 yrs 5: under Leanne Davies 88; Story Telling 14 yrs. & under —Davies 84; Classical Guitar Recital 16 yrs & under Derek Hansen 81; Guitar Solo Gr. D. Rick Marsden 90; Gr. C. Derek Hansen 87; Shakespeare Solo Scene - Leanne Davies 84; 19 yrs & under Joanne Ririe 88; Solo Speech Concert 19 yrs. & under - Joanne Ririe 90; Creative Music University Student Song - Arlen Bennett 85; Canadian Poetry - Leanne Davies 86; French Horn - Dan Davies 82; Tenor Saxaphone B. Ken Tiefenbach 75; Piano Solo 15 yrs. & under Elaine Paul 83; Romatic - Elaine Paul 85; Contemporary Alberta Poetry Solo- 19 yrs & under Joann Ririe 89; Solo Mime 14 yrs & under Leanne Davies 85; Canadian Composers Piano Solo 19 yrs. & under Dan Davies 87; Open Solo Scene 19 yrs & under Joanne Ririe 90; 14 yrs & under Leanne Davies 87; Open Duet 16 yrs 6 under Mary Lou Davies, Cathy Gruninger 88; Folk Ballad 16 yrs & under Greg Davies 85; Duet Open Arlen Bennett & Greg Davies 85. We congratulate these students on their fine showing and for their dedication" to the arts. REMEMBER THE FOOD FAIR April 19th sponsored by the Band Parents Association. ATTENTION: All ladies interested in golfing in the Ladies Golf League please get your names in to Winnie Ehlert by April 25th. « « « i * * i ■ i i i i i ■ i « i i i i i i « i i i i ■ • i i * • LJd ft-K'k ***** ****************$****'&&&*- LOST: Tooled leather wallet with maH Finder please return to Shelly Heatc phone 758-3696. FOR SALE: 1976 Chev 3/4 ton truck, . miles. Automatic, p.s.p.b. Good conn : i. Contact Chas. Caldwell. 758-371/. FOR SALE: Utility Trailer, wood box. ' bed. $200. Ph. 758-3366. Cra-’- " For Sale: Chassis and pates to Chev panel. All there but body. 758 SEWIN’,G MACHINE EMBROIDERY - will not . ¿ - tonight, April 3. It will resume Thur:--' - April 10th. NOTICE: All contributing to Upton's Poc . • Book come to work meeting at S. Dahl's 7:30 Wed. April 16th. STRAYED - from home Brown male Siamés Missing since Friday. Ph. 758-6822 or 5' WANTED: Set of Bunk Beds in goou ’ Phone 653-2574. FOR SALE: Ping Pong Table $75; Electric ID Typewriter $800; Ford Child Car Seat $10: as well as other items for the home. Phone 758-3679. THE MAGRATH TRADING CO. LTD. WILL REMAIN CLOSED FRIDAY, APRIL 4th, GOOD FRIDAY, THANK YOU; A sincere thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Magrath Municipal Hospital for the care I received while a patient. To friends for cards, gifts and visits and a special thank you to Pastor Her^wig for his calls. Your thoughtfulness was me., appreciated. Emma Schegelski. LAST CALL - one week left to have your propane cylinders checked. If they are mor? than 10 years old we must refuse to fill them. Leave them with us and we will hathem inspected, new valves installed and date stamped. The charge is $25.00. Hardware Dept. A HAPPY EASTER TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS AND READERS. Spong© Puddings robin hood mix 8.7 oz Easter Specials Fruit Cocktail w, F. 28 oz. . 99* Tomato Juice libbys 48 oz.,, 89* OIIVOS STUFFED# BICKS 341 LI .139 1 1 I > 1 » PICKLES BICK'S SWEET 909 MI . . . . . 149 • • 1 1 r,*,/ JL VCgetdblO Oil WEST 3 LITRE . . . . 479 59* ©FO^O JulcO Welch's 40 oz . . . . . Canned Picnic Hams SWIFTS 680 G 3” Cereal ALPHABITS ®UG t » • 1” titillili I J 89 I L^ttllCG HEAD FRESH . LB 5S( Pineapple dole - 38« Jumbo Yams .29* Green Onior«» BUNCHES Celery Stalks CRISP STALKS *38*
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