| 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 NEWS Published Weekly Since 1932 by The Magrath Trading Company Ju/y ^¿,^000 Magrath Days Celebration A Suc cess It couldn't have been nicer weather. The Celebration started with the softball tournament on Thursday night and wrapped up with the fireworks and dance Saturday evening. There was the Lions Club Pancake Breakfast followed by the Parade Saturday morning, which there was an abundance of candy as my A children found out and I thing to be proud of. For the added. "You know we may ended up being sorry for Town team Dennis Quinton says not win often but we have later. The afternoon found "They played excellent. They the most fun doing it." one with a range of activi- got it together and they de- Couldn’t have said it better The final game between Town and Alstons was an exciting game especially the last few innings. According to Don Me-hew pitching was a problem for the team until they brought out the big guns. Burns Alston stepped out onto the pitchers mount and "He could hit the plate." says Don. Coming back from being down 3 runs in the 7th inning is defiantly some- 35 cents Wednesday July 26, 2000 Special points of interest: See inside for Magrath Celebration results. What’s happening at the library? See inside for schedule. WATCH FOR IT. Coming soon a Community Calendar with events involving Magrath and surrounding areas. ties to choose. From the served to win. They put every- myself. Community spirit Great "Puck" Challenge, kid thing they had into the last and having fun! I'll defiraces, lawnmower races, few innings and came through." nitely sign up next year, "back to school" museum, I thought, “now that's a And you? outdoor variety show to sportsmanship like attitude". the craft and hobby fair, and as if he heard me he Emergency volunteers give up some weekend Celebrations I don't know about you but every time the emergency siren goes off I feel nauseated and check my watch to see if it's a scheduled alarm or someone in need of our brave volunteers. I heard one in the afternoon, right after the final game at the softball tourney on Saturday which saw teammates and family members alike scrambling for their vehicles. Then again after the fireworks adding to the list, with a couple more on Sunday. Someone out there needed help and speaking from experience there is no finer 'help' then the people who live and love this community. Celebrations aside you know this takes priority. Hext time you get a chance, shake a volunteers hand or give them a pat on the back to say thanks. You never know when you might need ’help' too. Inside this issue: Celebration results 2& and Sports 3 Community interests 4& 5 Real Estate & Classifieds 6 More Classifieds & Free Market 7 Trading Company 8& Meats and Produce 9 Trading Company 10 Grocery Specials II Home Hardware Specials 12 Celebration results and Sports continued. . . The softball tournament was the star attraction of our Celebration. With twelve teams competing for a spot in the final game every game was worth watching. I didn't have a chance to speak to all the teams so forgive me if I've missed a few. Baldersons sources tell me that the Ken & Marge Balderson family are a tough team to beat. I also spoke to the Harker team and learned team founder Levi Harker was the first Mayor and Bishop of Ma-grath. Now the Earl Harker team, could have had two teams last year. Doreen Alston informed me that this is the Alston 100 year reunion. 1900 Joseph and Louisa Alston settled in Magrath. They expect about 100 to attend the 3 day reunion. This is the second year for the Strate team and knowing some of the family members I'd say this is one of the teams to beat in next Celebration. Having entered a team for the last 17 years Foggins have another reason for getting together, George and Beth are celebrating their 60 wedding anniversary. The Jackson team tells me that they have 31 grandchildren and 97 great grandchildren eligible for the roster. Ida Jones says this is their first year entering a team. "It was a great time, we had lots of fun," says Shawna Jones. These are just a few of the teams who entered. There were 2 Town teams as well as, N. Cook, Holladay and Workman. Everyone claimed to have a great time and I think that was the objective of the people who put this event together. A big thanks to all those who participated and to Mr. Bill Alston who organized the tournament. Congratulations. The Outdoor Talent and Variety show was something to be seen. Falene Wolsey tells me the show was a great success. There was a variety of talent to keep you entertained like, Josh Bourelle and his band Inside Joke, Deep South Cloggers were a hit as was the Highland Dancing number. Local vocal talents like Mike, Devon & Shawn Cahoon, Lydia Gimlet & Amanda Prince, Ruth Mil-nar, Clayton Gast, Perry Kenny and Nathan Woolsey rounded off the singing portion. “We are very flexible,” she says indicating the unscheduled yet popular entry performed by Bart Harris. This is the second Talent and Variety Show and they would like to see it become a added attraction for the Celebration next year. “We’re not limited to just singing and dancing. If you would like to do comedy or reading or anything you have a talent for let us know now so we can plan for next year,” says Falene. So if you would like to share your talents and bring more community spirit to our Celebration Day then contact Falene Woolsey at 758-3992. Just a mention about Bart Harris. Ona Native American Scholarship to BYU in ‘97 he first became involved in Living Legends, formerly Lamanite Generation. He started out in a drum group and then with the help of some Internationally renown friends he developed a interest in it As his interest has grown so has his talent as you saw on Saturday. He says “It’s something to be experienced.” And we can vouch for that This has really helped him to be more aware of societies intolerance to other cultures. “If you get a chance attend a powwow. They are open to the public and excellent” It's here! Guard Camp one week instructional camp for girls sponsored by Spirit of Al" berta. Mon, July 31— Fri, Aug 4 from 3pm"4:30pm. Girls will be taught precision drill, flag han" dling and dance in the ballroom and auditorium. A special performance will be held Fri for parents. The girls will have the opportunity (if they desire) to march with "Spirit" in the Card" ston on Aug, 12 parade. Cost $35 which includes a T-shirt Register with Ireta Balderson 758-6392 or Melissa Dever 748-3631 or Jerry Chatwin 758"3765. Come have fun. BORED? How about the going to the Tom Karren Gym tomorrow night to watch the Alberta Juvenile (under 17) team play a team of University and College players. Returning from Japan where they won all four games what better way to prepare for the Canadian Championships then with a little sibling rivalry. The Alberta Juvenile Team features Magraths’ own Jimmy Balderson while older brother Danny, along with Spencer Holt and others, suit up for the college All Stars. It should be an excellent game. Admission $2/ person with proceeds to Zenith Basketball program. • WHATS HAPPENING. - . Page 3 Did you catch the Annual Bike Ride and Fun Run on Friday evening? If you didn’t, not to worry, my kids and I entered the race so we’ll fill you in. It started at the Alberta Treasury Branch around 6:30 p.m. Everyone lined up to test their endurance and strength. Please, I have a four 1/2 year old, a three year old and almost 2 year old in the baby seat behind me. We started out steady enough, constantly reminding my kids to “Stay on our side” of the road. There was some help, the odd car coming up behind us and honking it’s horn scaring my 4 yr old to tears. But in the name of family fun and fitness we pedaled on. After a handful of spills and a couple of stops for water we made it to the first (and our only) water stop. Luckily for me Rob Ririe came along and offered to take one of my kids back to the Bank. I then sent my other one on to the finish line and it was just me and my little one. I switched gears and pedaled like mad hoping to at least catch up to the last person to pass me, they had already made the turn around and were headed back. Coming around Strong’s comer and up the hill I thought I was going to die. The physical fitness I realized 1 wasn’t in was painfully clear. 1 decided I was going to cross that finish line pedaling or die trying. 1 didn’t make or break any records but, while sipping my complimentary juice provided by the ATB, all’s well that ends well at least 1 got a really “Kool” T-shirt out of the deal. I highly recommend it for next years Celebration activities. M.S. . . . THE MUSEUM Andrea Burrows filled me in on all the excitement at the Museum on Saturday. The mir seum, established in 1986, as had numerous locations and now currently shares the build“ ing with the Library. 'It was the coolest place around being so hot outside and there were refreshments served/ They have a gallery upstairs in the library and the main gallery and offices are downstairs. The main attraction was a School House replica built by Tina & Law“ rence Fellger. They spoke with numerous people who recall the old school houses, people who Its that time of year again! Dahl fruit is back for those of you who missed it the last time, you will need to call by Sunday evening every week Phone: Kathy 758-3039 Lyndsy 758-6357 taught and learnt there. It is still on display if you missed it the first time. The museum is open Mondays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Fridays from 1 pjin. to 5 pjn. If you have a reunion, school field trip, scout group etc feel free to phone and make an appointment for after hours. You can reach Donna LyberL at Here is a price list Fresh Washington Fruit Peach 20 lb- $20.00 Nectarine 26 lb - $20.00 Walla Walla Sweet Onion 18lb/$50.00 Fresh Frozen Strawberries 30 lb/$50.00 758“3896 or try the Museum 758"6618. Andrea also suggests to pencil in an unveiling in the fall. They are in the process of identifying Schoolhouse loca“ tions to place markers. There is also going to be a Plaque to be placed at the JA. Spencer Memorial Park. The Rasmus“ sen Sleigh will join the current Dredger as markers. The Sleigh is 100 years old. The J-A. Spencer Memorial Park will also receive a replacement plaque awarded to it by the Federal Government to commemorate the Galt Canal, the 1st irrigation system in Canada. How those are some things to celebrate. • Page 4 MAGRATH NEWS COMMUNITY INTERESTS Home Town Friendliness We would like to say a hearty thank you to Randy at Magrath Co-op for opening his doors on Magrath Day Celebration, no less, to help us out with a serious problem. We arrived at Art & Marilyn Grusendorfs after hours Fri. eve. Art made a phone call to Randy, a appt was made. So in half an hour on Sat am we were safely on our way with new tires. Home town hospitality, keeping the small business operating are important. Thanks again to Randy & Art. Sincerely Appreciated Wayne & Arietta Herman Westley, Montana IJ.S.A. Anne Bone (Searle) passed away in Brooks, Ab on Monday July 24 at the age of 89. She was predeceased by her husband Lindon Bone. Funeral services will be held Sat July 29 at 2pm in The church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints #40 10 St W SENIORS NEWS Seniors going to the Kananaskis on August 3, your bus will be at the Seniors Centre at 7 o’clock sharp. Also bookings for Olsen’s on August 26th $23.00 Phone Le Vaun 758-6672 Norma 758-3670 LlOnS GIVE THANKS The Magrath Lions Club would like to thank all those who enjoyed the Pancake Breakfast at the Celebration on Sat We would also like to thank the many volunteers who helped in any way, especially those in the kitchen and for those who donated. We appreciate their efforts for helping to make it a huge success. The winners of the steer, which is donated yearly by the McIntyre Ranch, was Mrs. Shirley Bennett of Spring Coulee. It was drawn by little miss Amberty Zaugg at the program in the evening. BINGO Town OF MAGRATH PUBLIC NOTICE Ratepayers in the Town of Magrath are reminded that 2000 property taxes are due and payable in the Town Office by 5 pjn. Monday July 31, 2000 or postmarked no later than July 31, 2000. A penalty of 12% on the current taxes will be assessed on August 1, 2000 if payment is not received. Last weeks paper should have read: The Magrath United Church will not be holding services during the month of Aug as Rev. Dave will be on holidays. Rev. Leroy Angle of Milk River will be available for emergencies at 647-3983. They will reconvene Sunday Sept3 at 9:30a.m. We would like to apologize for the error. BINGO* 8/AtfO* BINGO NEXT BINGO IS AUGUST 3, 2000 AT TNE SENIORS CENTRE. BOORS OPEN AT 6:30PM BINGO AT 7PM EVERYONE WELCOME! Tara Beck would like to announce the arrival of her new baby sister “MARISSA JANE" She was bom July 17 at 235 am. to parents Kathy and Jason Beck. Marissa was 7 lbs and measured 19 inches. Congratulations. TOWN OF MAGRATH CELEBRATION 2000 CALENDAR OF EVENTS JULY 20 - 22, 2000 5 PM THURSDAY, JULY 20th FAMILY/COMMUNITY SOFTBALL 5 PM 6:30 PM 9 PM FRIDAY, JULY 21st SOFTBALL ROAD & BICYCLE RACES - Starting at Treasury Branch TEEN VIDEO DANCE - School Auditorium 6 AM 11 AM 12 - 5 PM 1 PM 1 - 5 PM 2 PM SATURDAY, JULY 22nd LIONS CLUB PANCAKE BREAKFAST - Lions Hall PARADE - Line up in front of schools 10 - 10:30am THE GREAT ‘PUCK’ CHALLENGE - Batting Cage CHILDREN’S RACES - Ball Park CRAFT & HOBBY FAIR - Arena LAWNMOWER RACES - Free ‘T’ Shirt & Prizes 2-5 PM 6:30- 8:30 PM 9 PM 10:30 PM 11 PM (Entries call Charlie Bly 758-3752 or Roy Harker 758-3286 MUSEUM ‘BACK TO SCHOOL’ SOCIAL - Museum BEEF ON A BUN - FREE - School Auditorium PROGRAM - Tom Karren Gym FIREWORKS - Ball Park BONFIRE/DANCE - Ball Park COME HAVE FUN WITH US!July 28-29 #1 re j j aiS r F 7'45 p.m. NE — ■> S 10 a.m. NW S 11:30 a.m. 1 NE Loser is 4lh place I l I i -J I I I 1 1:30 p.m. NW I J F 6:15 p.m. NE #5 \ z / / \ z / / ✓ z / 1____ z z z / \ #3 F 6:15 p.m. NW x \ X X #6 F 7:45 p.m. NW trZ --- S 1:30 p.m. NE I I I / I / I I- S 3 p.m. NE Loser is 3rd S 4:30 p.m. NE 6 p.m. if necessary 1 p.m. Saturday Relay Race (2 men-2 women) NE Diamond Each team is asked to have one team entered 2000 Magrath Coed PlayoffsCLASSIFIEDS JULY 26-AUGUST 2 FREE MARKET * To give away, broken T.V. with beautiful cabinet 758-3521 7/26 * To give away 3 kittens 758-3906 8/02 * Free for pick up 1 metal backstop 758-3446 8/02 * Found after the ball games Saturday 1 bail glove at N.W. diamond. To claim call 758-6243 Blumels *Found at Hospital 1 Disney watch. To I.D. call Charlotte 758-3371 *Border Collie found. Well trained. To l.D. call 752-3751 BUY & SELL *Raspberries for sale 758-3527 7/26 *4 sale seldom used Serta double box 8t matt, super clean. Originally $1350 Sale $895 OBO Joy Heninger 758-3211 Joanne Dever 758-3631 8/9 *4 sale stainless steel double kitchen sink with delta faucet, great condition $50 758-6455 *4 sale 646 case garden tractor. Front end loader, mower 8f rototiller. 758-6203 Herb Fritzler 8/2 *4 sale electric diyer $100 (780) 962-5361 *Wanted twin bed. Clean call Joy 758-3211 or Joanne 758-3631 *GARAGE SALE Sat July 29, 2000 from 9am- 2pm Clothes, Shoes, Toys, Crafts and lots of other stuff. At Darlene Beres 261 E 1 Ave S *4 sale older electric stove $100 OBO call Alice Stevenson 758-3190 BUSINESS ****** HELP WANTED * Magrath Credit Union requires a p/t member service rep. Related exp preferred. Please contact Kathiyn Blackmer 758-3477. 8/2 FOR HIRE * DAHLS' HANDIMAN SERVICES, YARD MAINTENANCE, ROTOTILLING, LAWN MOWING, HAULING TRASH 7586264 *Bennett's lawn mowing business, riding mower, push mower 8? trimmer. 758“6222 Jonathan, Lauren 8? Russell l.r. HOLIDAYS ARE COMING! Don't forget to clean your car, truck, van or R.V. before 8? after you holidays. Wayne's Carpet 8? Upholstery 758-6414 *Vanderleek Roofing Services are reliable, quality service, fully certified, insured, ticketed 8? a 10 year business. 758-6324 Mike or 328-7744 'A Vanderleek roof is a no leak roof!' *Jeanne's Hair Fashion 136 S 1 St West 4 doors North of the Trading Company 758”3379 Open Tues thru Fri Professional Hair care at pleasing prices *NEED YOUR FEED BARLEY MOVED? Will also haul hay or straw. Also can haul your quota for you. Sabey Trucking 758-3119 or 3081944 *Will do General Bobcat Loader Work, post holes, back fill, 8? garage pads 8? driveways. 758-3278 7/26 CANADIAN SECURITY SYSTEMS We sell, install 8? service alarms, safes, camera systems, dead bolts 8? key locks Call Ross Moore 758-3945 free estimate. 7/26CLASSIFIEDS CONTINUED . . . REAL ESTATE ****** •Wanted to rent 2 or 3 bdrm house for professional with family in or near Magrath Sept 1 or earlier (403) 625'4834 Scott Jackson 7/26 *4 sale older 3 bdrm 1236 sq ft bungalow (Ragans) Ho bsmt 20x26 ft shop/garage & root cellar/garden area 758'3427 7/26 •MOVING! MUST SELL!!* 12'x68' mobile home, recently renovated, 2 bdrm, 1 bath/laundry, new fridge fit lino, newer carpets, good appliances, nice sized deck. MAKE US AN OFFER Leavitt's 758'6855 •House for sale east Magrath, 3 bdrms plus loft. Currently half renovated, needs handyman. Rent to Own. No deposit 4 renovator, immed possession. $29,900 (604) 824-6787 *4 sale character home excellent condition, loads of oak fit walnut throughout 1300 sq ft bungalow. Fully finished basement. A must if you're interested in buying. Priced to sell as owners must move. Duane or Carma Thompson 758'3661 or 758'3833 8/ ■ . iii' Beautiful 1900 sq ft 2 storey home. Hardwood on main floor, air conditioned, built'in appliances, gas fireplace, in'floor basement heat and much more. Great family home for only $159,900.00 Must be seen Phone Maryse 758'3759. USED VEHICLES ****** *4 sale 90 Chrysler Dynasty 4 door/dark blue. Cracked engine block. Parked in Magrath. $350 or offers (604) 824'6787 7/19 *4 sale 96 Ford F350 crewcab, 4x4, 212,000 km, blue on white. $18,000 will deliver to Magrath July 29 (604) 824'6787 7/19MAGRATH TRADING COMPANY GROCERY SPECIALS ' FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS . . Western Classics Pop 12 pack 2 for $5.98 Western Family Potato Chips 180 g .88 Western Family Chip Dips 225 g 2 for $3.00 Western Family Tomato Soup 284 ml 5 for $2.00 Western Classics Ultimate Ice Cream 1.89 litre $4.48 Western Family Mush or Vegetable Soup 284 ml 4 for $2.00 Western Family Variety Soups 284 ml 3 for $1.98 Western Family Croutons 170 g $1.48 Western Family Cranberry Cocktails 1.89 litre $2.88 Western Classics Madness Cookies 400 g $2.88 Western Family Pudding Snacks 4 pack 3 for $4.98 Western Classics Sparkling Water 1 litre .88 Pepsi or Pepsi Flavours 2 litre 4 for $5.00 Western Family Pasta 900 g 3 for $3.00 Western Family Mushrooms 284 ml 4 for $3.00 Western Family & Cheese 225 g 6 for $3.00 Western Family Tomatoes 796 ml $1.28 Western Family Beans 298 ml .68 Western Family Vegetables 398 ml .88 Western Family Corn 398ml 4 for $3.00 Western Family Ketchup 1 litre $1.98 Western Family BBQ Sauce 455 ml $1.68 Western Family Relish 375 ml 3 for $3.00 Western Family Pink Salmon 213 g .98 Western Family Mayonnaise 950 ml $2.98 Western Family Parchment Margarine 454 g .68MORE GROCERY SPECIALS . . . Western Family Coffee 300 g 2 for $4.68 W. F. Pancake Syrup or Mix SelVar 750 nd Western Family Jam 500 nd $2.98 Western Family Peanut Butter 1 kg $2.98 McGavins Texas Toast 600 g $1.48 Western Family Fruit Cocktail 398 ml $1.48 Western Family Flour SelVar $4.98 Western Family Hashbrowns 1 kg .99 Western Family Chilled Fruit Juice SelVar $2.88 Western Family Yogurt 175 g 5 for $3.00 Western Family Orange Juice 355 nd .88 Western Family Punch 355 nd 4 for $3.00 Dairyland Chocolate Milk 1 litre $1.38 Dairyland Yogurt 500 g $1.58 Western Family Vegetables 1 kg 2 for $4.98 Dairyland Sour Cream 500 nd $1.88 Western Family Ice Pops 24 pack $2.98 Value Priced Complete Dog Food 8 kg $5.98 W. F. Prem Soft Bathroom Tissue 24 roll $7.88 Western Family Dog Food 624 g $1.18 Western Family Cat Food 156 g 2 for .88 Western Family Paper Towels 3 pack $2.88 Western Family Garbage Bags IO pack $1.18 Western Family Outdoor Camera 27 exp $6.98 Western Family Him 24 exp $2.98MARKET FRESH PRODUCE EVERYDAY? Romaine or Green Leaf Lettuce Each .58 Fancy Melons $2.16/kS .98/lb Fresh Strawberries 5.51b $7.98 Black Plums $3.26/kg $1.48/lb Long English Cucumbers Each .98 BUTCHER'S BUTS OF THE WEEK! Inside Round Oven Roast or Marinating Steak Sb57/kg $2.98/Ib Pork Loin Chops $5.49/kg $2.48/lb Pork Loin Chops S7.67/kg $3.48/lb Fletchers Leaner than Bacon 375 g $3.98 Fletchers Sliced Meats 375g $2.48 Fletchers Skinless Smokies 375 g $2.98 Smokehouse Dinner Hams 750 g $5.98 Fletchers Sausage Rings 500g $2.98 Western Family Thin Sliced Meats 70 g .88 ZONES PKOS: IT HAS COME TO OUR ATTENTION THAT TWO YOUNG MEN, REPRESENTING MAGRATH, WERE ON THE WINNING TEAM AT THE AL'BERTA SUMMER GAMES. JASON STILL ANDJACO13 SWAINSON WERE MEMBERS ON THE ZONE 1 SUNNY SOUTH EOOT8ALL TEAM AT A& SUMMER GAMES IN GRANDE PRAIRIE JULY 21-23, 2000. THEIR TEAM CAPTURED THE GOLD MEDAL!! THEY WON ALL PRELIMINARY GAMES AND DEpEATED YELLOWHEAD ZONE 5 IN THE pINAL 25-13. EXCELLENT JO& GUYS! WE'RE PROUND OP YOU! 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