| 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 Wednesday February 17,1993. 30 cents IBI MAGRATB'S POSTAL SERVICE F0UÆIF BUTTE? Picture Butte is similar in size la Magralh; approximately 1100 in town and with the rural population included, 1700-1800 people. The Picture Butte Post Office no longer bandies the retail end of the mail service. However, they must still handle, sort and cheek al) the outgoing and incoming mail; log everything as previously; but must now send a copy to the retail outlet along with the piece of mail; then, on receiving a parcel that the retail outlet has made a slip for. the post office must make a new slip discarding the one from the retail outlet. Residents must purchase all stamps and Priority Post letters from the retail outlet -Chinook Foods. Letters may be mailed al the Post Office, but only if you have the correct postage. Obviously, the objective in closing down the retail sates in the Post Ofiice was not to improve senice, but to cut jobs. Picture Butte has lost 1 fulltime , 1 part-time and hours have been cut for the remaining part- lime persoDel. Residents are angry and frustrated. Letter writing to the“ powers that be" were to no avail. Many have now opted io lake their business to Lethbridge, Iron Spring, Coaldale or Turin. This will subsequently drain more business from the town as most people lend to do their business in one area. Will Magralh repeat the story ? MffiTffifi TO BE BHJl February 25th al the Senior’s Center; Mayor Dave Lowry will be on hand to explain what is happening to dale, He will also explain the options available for Magralh residents,, (excerpt from Lethbridge Herald 1961 - -by Mildred Harker) "Before the railroad, Ammon Mercer carried mail between Lethbridge and Cardslon on the stage line. That was from 1898-1900 when there were only a few camps and dug-ouls along Pothole Creek. Mr. Mercer delivered letters and parcels to each dwelling, chatting with the pioneers and exchanging news, NEW POSTMASTER In 1900 Mr, Mercer was appointed postmaster for the new town of Magralb. He Mill carried mail on the stage but the Post Ofiice was a portioned corner of the kitchen in his new two- roomed home. This was located where the Woolen Mill now stands. He later built a "two-stoved addition" and the Post Office was moved to the large front room of the older part of the bouse. Al Ibis lime mail was brought by stage from the "half-way house" on Dry Coulee. This is now Herman John’s property, about ten miles north of Magralh. Al that time il was Ibe main route lo Lethbridge from Cardslon and the stop-over for changing horses and meals. There were no roads where they exiBl today-just tall prairie grass. By 1901 the Gall railway company was running a daily train to Magralb which carried the mail. Mr. Mercer took team and wagon lo Ibe station one mite from town and collected the mail. Everything came express so il was bis duly lo pay for parcels al the depot. Collecting for them was another matter so be was relieved wbeD Parcel Post was inaugurated. In 1907 the Post Office was moved to Wo Lee’s building on Ibe comer where the new brick structure now stands. Later il was filled in and a pretty park graced the corner. See HISTORY inside. iifflKaQLanK Our February Potluck dinner will be held Friday Feb. 26th al 12 NOON, al Ibe Centre. All are welcome. TRAVEL NEWS Those who are going to tbe World Champions on lee" Show al the Sportsplex on Saturday February 27th are reminded that payment is needed immediately. The bus will be al the Centre at 6pm that evening. BSTifflOS Cal Alston was sworn in as Magratb's Postmaster Nov.11. 1956 Jn the summer of 1964 al the request of the local R.C.M.P, he was appointed a Justice of the Peace and Notary Public. He continued his Notary Public duties until bis death in 1969. Soon after the Post Office was moved to the present location. Eldon Coleman began collecting photos of W.WJ1 Servicemen. Eldon, Cal. and Robert Rasmussen were responsible for placing the pictures in our Post Office. Many visitors to our town call in al the Post Office to reminisce about these. In ibe ''good old days" the most hectic season al tbe Post Office was Christmas-with staff working the two Sundays proceeding to keep ahead of the piles of cards and parcels. In 1986. Cal received a plaque, signed by Prime Minister Joe Clark, honouring him for bis 30 years of perfect attendance at the Post Office. Cal served a total of 32 years. He loved the people and fell that he bad the best job in town! ROTE JOHNSON 1 have enjoyed my 25 years as a part time Postal Clerk- June 1965 to Dec. 1990. 1 believe that tbe Post Office is the bub of tbe community; a place to meet old friends and io become acquainted with the "newcomers''. Through the years people have fell free to visit a few minutes; to share a happy letter just received or perhaps some sad news. 1 still miss tbe many familiar faces that came in eacb day. I've had the good fortune io work with some wonderful people through the years; Cal Alston. Belle Harker. Beth Toomer. Karen Atwood. Sharon Owens. Shirley Heggie. Jolayne Harrison. Ila Tuff, and Karen Bourne. Christmas was always an exciting hectic lime for us with boxes and bags of Christmas cards and parcels that were never ending. As the years have gone by 1 have noticed many changes. It has become an extremely busy place; with not as much help; more paper work and many more "householders''; but with workers still trying hard to render the same service. The Post Office has been part of my life. 1 love people and have enjoyed my many years spent in service to tbe community. 1 feel that something would really be missing to have our Post Office closed. TODAY 1 came to work al the Post Office in November 1961.1 felt privileged to work and to be trained with great people who took such pride in tbe Post Office. They were Cal Alston, as postmaster. Jolayne Harrison. Ruth Johnson, and a little lime with Belb Toomer who was retiring. They were all very helpful, 1 have many memories of Cal and bow be had such a way of making people feel welcome and needed when they moved into Magratb and came to pick up their mail. 1 remember him in his trademark ’coverall's quoting poetry as he worked and making sure we knew family ties and backgrounds of people so we could know whose mail went where even tho’ they might be long gone. He loved Magratb greatly. Since his death Ibero have been many changes; Jolayne Harrison became Postmaster, soon after Karen Bourne came here to work, (Febl989). Ruth Johnson retired in 1991.and Shirley Heggie started working here again regularly parttime in June 1991 ( having worked here previously in 1961) When Jolayne retired in Sept, of 1992. it left me (Ila Tuff) as acting postmaster until such time as decisions are made regarding the Post Office's future. Karen Bourne and Shirley Heggie continue on as assistants with Carol Smith helping out on occasion. YORK LOAD Ye handle some 30.000 pieces of incoming mail EACH YEEK, plus an average of 300 parcels, insured and otherwise, customs parcels, C.O.D.'s and approximately 9000piecesof admail (that’s wbal helps keep the price of stamps down to what it is) There are of course immense increases in tbe volumes al Christmas time. On a weekly basis there are around 5000 first class letters, plus parcels, registered mail and priority post leaving here fior the other destinations around the world. It’s a very busy job. but we all agree that it’s very worthwhile and that the Magratb people are a pleasure to work for.HOCKEY NEWS TADPOLES On Thursday February 11th, the Moms played their sons and lost the game 9-3. The Tadpoles are just, too good or the Moms need more practice. Goal Scorers for the Tadpoles were: Chris Rasmussen 3 Goals; Layne Barnett 1 Goal-1 Assist; Brady Mehew 2 Goals; John Rudd 2 Goals-1 Assist; Cole Barnett 1 Goal-1 Assist; Melissa Schneyder 2 Assists; Russel Yoshihara 1 Assist; Jonathan Stubbs 1 Assist; Ben Koskewich 2 Assists; Adam Stanford 1 Assist; Aaron Ragan 1 Assist; Russell Ririe 1 Assist; Leanne Godionton 1 Assist; Shawn Ragan 1 Assist. Goal Scorers for th© Moms were: Jackie Barnett-IG; Sharon Ragan-IG; Mel Hofer-IG on a penalty shot. Ilona Schneyder-lA; Diana Yoshihara-1A; Laura Nishikawa-IA, Following the game, a Year End Party was held upstairs where everyone was treated to pizza. Afterwards, all the players were presented with engraved miniature hockey sticks and a treat. The three coaches; Ron Yoshihara, Larry Gill and Mike Schneyder were presented with plaques from all the players and their parents. ***P.S.During my little speech, 1 forgot to thank my wife, Diana for all her help and the dedication that she gives to me and to Russell; and for allowing us to play and coach the game of hockey. THANKS MOM!Il*** GAME On Saturday Feb.13th, the Tadpoles travelled to Cardston and with only 10 players we still aame out victorious by a 8-2 score. Magrath Goal Getters were: Aaron Ragan-3G; Chris Rasmussen-1G-1A; Layne Barnett- 2G; John Rudd-lG; Shane Nishikawa 1G- 1A. If it wasn't for an exceptional Cardston Goal tender, we would have scored alot more.All the playerB had good scoring chanaes. Next game is in Magrath on Feb.20 at 9:00 am. MAGRATH ATOM "A" J4QUNTXES coached by Kim Christensen and Lori McRoberts have been having as. excellent Hockey Season. They are lead by their 2nd year veterans: Casoy Christensen-is a hard working centreman who really knows how to put the puck in the net he has the hardest slapshot in the league. Parius Mandel andDougQrr -are both good defensive players with their aggressive work around the net.They've really shown the first year rookies how the job is done. Joey Ripley- one of our two goalies has done an outstanding jab coming up with with some big saves. FIRST YEAR ROOKIES: Tanner GodlontOB our other centerman loves to play hockey and loves to score goals. Rookie Forwards: Ben Wo o d^La wre 1 ac k P1« me , Adam Flood. Jeff Werk, andBoh Ratke have been working hard to make things happen on the ioe. Rookie Defensemen: Dustin Ririe and Adam JHchew have been improving all season long and their defensive play is great. Rookie Goal Tender: Mickey Schneyder has been doing an excellent job in net. His confidence grows more with each game and he's getting pretty hard to beat. Team Manager Michael Sohn©yd_©X-- What else could we say but “What would we do witout Michael?"!!! This is an aggressive and hardworking team that loves to win. Their record as to date is 16 wins,l tie, 1 loses.They took 1st Place in a Tournament here in Magrath; won 1st Place in the B side in the Foremost Tournament. Kim and Lori keep up the good work and coach these boys to 1st Place in the Westwind Atom Playoffs the 4,5,and 6th of March HERE IN MAGRATH.HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS ABC Ultra Strength 6 litre 6.89 Kleenex Facial Tissue 300 Family Pack 1.58 Delsey Bathroom Tissue 12 Pack 4.38 Mennen Speed Stick 7 5 gm 2.88 Lady Kennen Speed Stick 50 gm 2.88 Aspirin Tablets 50's 3.28 Colgate Toothpaste 125 ml 1.98 Our School has Some "BEAR"EE SPECIAL PEOPLE This Week is a time set aside for us to say a BIG THANK YOU to all the TEACHERS AND STAFF at our SchoolJl! In APPRECIATION, the Magrath Home and School, assisted by "BEAR"EE appreciative parents have supplied treats and eats for the 'staff. We want everyone on Staff to know, that the things they do for our children have not gone unnoticed. Teachers, Aides, and all the Support Staff help to make our school a "BEAR"EE special place, and a School to be proud of. Today things should be a "poppen" at the school and we hope this will make life happier for each of our important people. In order that our appreciation be continued the whole week through, by unanimous decision, all student's will be kept home Thursday and Friday this week. Have a good break and enjoy this Teacher's Convention. Thank You. We appreciate you "BEAR"EE much 2 "The road may be rough, but the secret is to enjoy the ride." Philip and Trisch Hill are pleased to announce the arrival Of NATASHA CHRISTINE ELISHA born Feb.4th 1993. 7lbs 6 oz. We would like to especially thank all those’who have shown kindness by thought, word and deed. HOMECOMING April Stevenson is returning home from the Paraguay Asuncion Mission on Friday and will be reporting her mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints in the Magrath 2nd Ward, Sunday, February 21st at 9 am. Everyone is invited to attend. DEATH Friends will be saddened to here of the passing of Neil Cass, Tuesday here in Magrath. He had suffered a stroke outside the Trading Company last Monday and was rushed to Lethbridge. Funeral arrangements will be announced. He will be buried in the Veteran's Cemetery -Field-of Honour in Lethbridge. HEART AND STROKE MONTH F e b. 3 r d- 2 3rd. Canvessers are out and would appreciciate any donation.Remember, no donation is too small. MAGRATHlST WARD CVfiS will be having a BOTTLE DRIVE WednesdayMarah_Jrd. after school. For guaranteed pick-up call 758-6254 Amy Bullock. EUROPEAN TOUR Magrath School is planning a European Tour for Easter 1994 Interested? Contact Bob & Maureen Rasmussen 756-3442 PRODUCE Red Grapefruit 3 for .99 Long English Cucumbers 1.69 Lettuce 21b /.99 or $1.09 kg Celery 79 cents/lb - 1.74 kg MARK YOUR CALENDAR_ SPONSORED BY THE MAGRATH HOME AND SCHOOL AND THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FUN!!ENTERTAINMENT 1!EATS!! WHEN: Feb.19 th 1993 WHERE: School Auditorium COST: $5.00 per person: ENTERTAINMENT: Cam and Alyson Clark / Carol Dainard Audra Foggin and Derdra Lybbert/ Rob McMurray/ Cloggers and MORE CONCESSION: Homemade Pies/ Beef-on-a- Bun / homemade donuts TICKETS:At the Magrath Trading Company or Call Lorraine Balderson 758-6380 BANQUET Get your tickets to the MAGRATH ROD AND GUN CLUB ANNUAL BANQUET WHEN: February 27,1993 WHERE: United Church Hall COST: $10.00 per person Tickets at the Hardware Dept. Magrath Trading Co WHAT: Roast Beef Dinner followed by a guest Speaker and Slide Presentation. BINGO This Thursday February 18th Doors open at 6:30 Games start at 7:00pm. at the Senior's Centre Premier Ralph Klein will meet with the residents of Magrath and surrounding area THIS THURSDAY FEBRUARY 18th,1993 at 7:30 pm in the Tom Karren Gym. This is for all citizens regardless of your political affiliation AGENDA ♦Brief Constituency Meeting ♦Question and Answer Period fielded by the Premier and MLA Jack Ady Minister of Advanced Education ♦♦♦SPIRIT OF ALBERTA .* * * Marching Band will, give a musical salute to the Premier. Let's show our appreciation for the Premier's interest and concern for rural communities by having a good ’ turnout. FEBRUARY 18—TOM KARREN GYM WORLD DAY OF PRAYER March Sth at 6 pm in the L.D.S. Third & Fourth Ward Chapel (white building) All religious denomination are invited to attend. DAUGHTER80F are reminded of their meeting on Monday February 22nd at 1:30pm; it will be held at the Diamond Willow Terrace, lower floor. You are invited to an OPEN HOUSE in honour of long-time resident "Sofia Bezprozwanna". Please come and wish our Mother, and Grandmother a ♦♦♦HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY***! Saturday February 20th,1993 from 2:00-4:30pm. No gifts please. . Helen, Roxane, and Devry Loran BAND BOOSTER'S ANNUAL SPAGETTI SUPPER WHEN:Monday, March 1st HHERS* School Andiinni Supper will be served from 6:00 pm to 8:00pm ENTERTAINMENT: will be provided by each of the School Bands. :performance by the JAZZ BAND under the direction of the LDS Seminary Teacher Tyler Mandin—a star performer with the Lethbridge Big Band. AVAILABIJLITISESSION Jack Ady, M.L.A. Cardston, will be at the Magrath Town Hall 4:00-5:45pm Friday February 19th to visit with constituents. This will not be a formal meeting. If you have anything you would like to discuss with Mr. Ady individually, or as a group, please drop by. Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Raymond was filled io overflowing and hankies saturated on Sunday. February 14 th as ¿’firtshioners and friends gathered io bid farewell io Father Joseph O’Reilly. Declining in health, he is being transferred to a Basilian Retirement Home in Toronto, Ontario. Father O'Reilly first came to Lethbridge in 1967 to a teaching position al Catholic Central High School. He was appointed pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Raymond and of St. Joseph's. Magralb. and St, Edmund's. New Dayton in 1973. In bis twenty six years in southern Alberta. Father O'Reilly became a wdl-kDown and well-bved figure. He will be greatly hissed. Conl'd from pg.l.HISTORY "Ammon Mercer continued to dispense mail and in 1909 the office was moved back to a building just east of his borne. Realizing the need for a permanent building Mr. Mercer built a new brick building for the osi Office' . Jaler , the Woolen liH office and storage building. "Anthony Rasmussen of edmond Utah, became the next postmaster in 1912. Once again the office was moved to a frame building constructed by Jed Kimball. It was located south of banner's Hardware. MAKE MOVE In 1914 John T, Steele was appointed postmaster al the same localioD. By 1916 lhe office was moved to a frame structure built by the late Levi Harker.Tbis vas between lhe drug store and ' ’.cber shop. Mr. Steele inued as postal clerk until jstment in lhe Canadian Army in 3916. Robert G. Swift, a veteran of Vimy Ridge, then came to handle lhe mail. He brought bis family and being handicapped needed his dwelling near the Post Office. The building be constructed to serve both purposes is located one-half block east of lhe new Postal building. He distributed mail in lhe front two rooms of Ibis building until 1925 when he returned to England. In December 1925 Hyde S. Taylor. Air Force Veteran of World War!, was made Magralb's Post Master and served diligently in that capacity until bis retirement in 1956. He recalls lhe first Air-Mail in Ibe *20's. In those days mail came on the daily CPR train and was delivered by the late N.E,Blaxall and Frank P. Miller. The old dray drawn up to unload mail bags was a familiar sight to us as children. TRUCK SERVICE When Greyhound Bus service came to Magralb the mail was carried on it. Cooper's Transport took over the business in 1950 and another change look place in mail service. The mail came and was dispatched in the morning thus relieving lhe beclic rush by receiving mail all afternoon. Christmas was always a busy lime, but Mr. and Mrs. Taylor recall it especially because that was the lime of year they started in tbe mail service. They still have nightmares about those busy days but many pleasant memories remain to overshadow them. For Ihirty-oDe years they served Magralb and district. They watched tbe town grow aDd prosper. Tbe Post Office was a natural meeting place for ail the town people to exchange news and greetings. Many visitors called al the office for information about friends and relatives they wished to visit in town and Taylors obligingly gave them directions. When Hyde Taylor retired as Post Master in 1956 Calvin Alston was appointed to succeed him. Shortly after this the Post Office was moved to occupy the front of the building known as Duane's Electric, it has remained there until, the new building was ready for occupation .(Jan 1961) Mail is now dispensed at tbe new brick Post Office where a bumble frame lent a corner for lhe purpose back in 1907. 1/2 PRICE SPECIALS 1 Rack LADIES BLOUSES Size 6-18 1 Rack LADIES SLACKS Size 8-16 4 ONLY Winter White Cardigans SMI R^52,00 "life does not offer anything sweeter than the love of dear we® and lhe faring of time kleiner.'’ Paul HJDunn AGRICULTURE F_QR_SALE. 13 Full blood Simmental Cows with calves—-4 heifers,2 bulls Sires:Abricott, Bar 5 Dignified, Lacombe Achilles,Legacy, Galant Farm Astex Water Purification System with Carbon Filter Chlorinator,Settling Tank Versitile 12 foot #103 Swather(needs work) — $100.00 Massey #12 Baler and 15 Bale Stacker—$400.00 Electronic Business Typewr iter(new-$1000. ) - -$200.00 Key Board and Printer(Image writer) for Mac Computer with a number of games and other software-=-OFFERS Call Lore Davies MUSTSELL 6 year old Gelding Quarter Horse/ thoroughbred cross. Broke, gentle and likes people. Asking $1200. Will consider any reasonable offer. Broke and trained for mountain trail riding, can also pack Ph: 758-3729 FOR-SALE Brown Laying Hens and some White Silky Chickens. For details ph: 758-6834 CHILDCARE I will do babysitting in my home Subsidy available Deedan hatch Ph: 758-6652 FOUND Watch on path by the spillgates. Identify to claim758-6227 Wallet found at the Ball game for more info, call 758-6664 LOST Northern Reflections Jacket at the Magrath Stake Dance on Feb.5th. Please return to the church or call 752-3908 MERCHANDISE; Call Bonny West 7586309 for PERSONALIZED LABELS 80 — 1 1/2 X 1 3/4-$3.25 60—1 X 2 1/2—$3.00 TRAILER FOR SALE 1985 Proweler; tandem axle; 18 1/2' /double sink / 3 burner stove with oven / 3 piece bath / 2-way fridge / forced air furnace/ awning/ T. V. antennae/ sleeps 4 Excellent condition Asking $8500. Ph: 758-3491 EQR._SALE Electric Trolling Motor Shakespear 18 pounds thrust. As new $65.00 Ph: Dale Greaves 758-6339 FOR--SALE Wall Unit 3 piece Overall size 8'X 6 1/2’ Also Coffee table Ph: 758-3521 REAL ESTATE FOIL RENT 3 bedroom house on paved road Available March lst/93 Call 758-3679 after 6 SERVICES M_.T.MGARBAGE DISPOSAL Reliable! Dependable! ONLY $7.00 per month Ph: 758-3463 ATTENTION; Grads/Moms/Brides-To-Be Let me sew your dress. Fast, meticulous, experienced. $5-$10 per pattern piece or $10.00 per hour. Own pattern or choose from 350 of mine. I also do alterations. Mary Joy Johnson 752-3592 S.A.S.H. NICE 'N NEAT CLEANING SERVICES Cleaning on a contract basis Contact Donna at 758-3269 evenings. NEEDED Ag, Society is in need of a filing cabinet and an old desk for our office in the arena. Please call Ivy 758-3588 VEHICLES FOB-SALE 1987 BUICK RIVERIA TYPE T LUXURY CAR. Excellent Shape/ Low Milage. Asking $6500. O.B.O. Ph: Dave Roberts 758-3696 MUST SELL WORK WANTED HANDYMANr Renovations and Repairs. Call Brian Pelrine evenings 758-3317 " As go the major cities of the nat, so goes the nation". L.A.Justice by Bob Vernon— A book about the riots in L.A. and why.SPORTS, FIJIAL.J8QTLCE for Soccer Registration Forms are available at Magrath School Office. DEADLINE Feb.22nd. Call Diana 758-6838 or Sylvia 752-4111 ATTENTION ALL LITTLE LEAGUE PARENTS Please register your child for the upcoming LITTLE LEAGUE Season by contacting Howard West at the Magrath Trading Company or register at the GENERAL MEETING Deadline for registration March 15th Fees are: Coach pi tch-#$ 35.00 all other players-$40. GOLFERS Notice of Annual Meeting Tuesday March 9th at 7:00pm. at the Magrath High School Library. Nominations for executives to be put forward in writing by March 1,1993. to the Magrath Golf Club. For more information call Ron Johnson HOCKEY NOVICE HAWKS On Thursday Feb.4/93 the Novice Hawks against Coaldale 2, here in Magrath. Chris Chatwin was in net and allowed only 7 of 46 shots to make the score clock. We managed to make 3 of our 14 shots Goal Getters:Jim Balderson-2; Janay Chipman-1. Assists: Del Thompson-2; Kyle Schneyder-1; Cody Ririe 1; Denver Wetherelt-1. travelled to Vauxhall on Saturday, Feb.6/93 and winning 5-4. Goal Getters: Tommy Lee-3-1; Lome McKelvey 1; Michael Heggie 1; Assists:Joey Thompson and Gavin Beck. Sunday Feb7th- an exhibition game- and a 9-5 win for the Blues. Goal.-Getters: Lome McKelvey 3; Joey Thompson 2-2; Michael Heggie-1; Tommy Lee-1; Ryan Ripley-1; Greg Henry ti. One Assist each: Greg Henry, Ryan Ripley; Garth Riegling, Trevor Panczak and Tommy Lee. GREAT PALLS WEEKEND PEE-HEE A tight and exciting league game Friday night Feb.12. Tom, with just three seconds left took a shot to try to break the 5-5 tie,. a glove save. Next time. Goal Getters: Tommy Lee-2; one each: Greg Henry, Ryan Ripley, Michael Heggie,. Assists: one each Matthew Stanford, Gavin Beck, Lome McKelvey. Saturday night—we skated to a 13-0 victory! Greg Bourne with a SHUTOUT and the other 9 players all flying. What a good night's sleep won't Lome McKelvey 4-1; Ryan Ripley 3-1;Tommy Lee 22; Greg Henry 1-2; Gavin Beck 1-1. Assists: Matthew Stanford 3; Garth Riegling 2; and Joey Zsomber 2. NOVICE Bright and early Sat. morning Feb.13/93 after a 25 minute delay and a change of uniforms, we had a very close 3-1 game. Ryan Nishikawa did a great job in the net saving 15 of 18 shots. Our loan goal was scored by our Captain Janay Chipman. Thanks Denver for a great pass. Our exhibition game had Chris Chatwin in net facing 18 shots.5 of our 24 shots passed the goal crease. Goal Getters: Peter Lee-2; 1G & 1A each: Denver Wetherelt, Del Thompson, and Eric Godionton. FAMILY PAY we travelled to Taber for an exhibition game and a 10-10 tie. Peter Lee was grateful when Chris Chatwin was finally sent in to replace him in the net. hockey. A very exciting 55 minutes of stop time Jim Balderson 3-1; Janay Chipman 3-1; one each Denver Wetherelt, Del Thompson, Peter Lee. Assists:Kyle Schneyderl. Thanks team, assistant coaches-Jim Godionton and John Ratke; coach Danny Twitchen for providing us parents and fans with a great hockey season thus far. WEEKEND SP EC I AXl r FRIDAY AND SATURDAY ONLY CLEARANCE OF LAST .YEAR'S SUMMER STOCK AT 7 5 % OFF NEW ARRIVAL FOR SPRING WHITE SKIRTS SIZES 8-16 $48.00 MAGRATH AUXILIARY REPORT FOR1992 ♦New Year's Baby— Jarred Matthew,, son of Michael and Barbara McMurray of Cardston received a beautiful engraved trophy. *Mary Baker—Lethbridge Regional .delegate to the Provincial Convention in Edmonton.The Hospital Board provided her transportation and hotel accomodations. ♦Feb.1992—Heart and Stroke Fund. Canvassing by Auxiliary members and friends netted $2,476.00 ♦May--"Florence Nightingale Luncheon", Bake Sale and Raffle-- -raised $1,978.87 -Quilt won by Dorothy Hovey. We could not have this success without the wonderful support of the community. Thank you. ♦Blood Donor Clinic in Raymond—luncheon *supplies for Emergency Kits *$500.00 towards- "ear thermometer"(700 . ) ♦Margaret Long Nursing Scholarships—$ 100 . each Lisa Todd SLaura Heath. *$100.to S.T.A.R.S. *the purchase of two resuscitators-$380. *$1000.invested; used when the Long Term Care Facility is available. ♦Tree of Hope-proceeds go to the Auxiliary and the Magrath Ambulance. To date we have raised approximately $6,482. We thank the Ho-spital Staff for their assistance and cooperation. OTHER-ACTIVITIES . ^each month the Auxilians take turns visiting the patients; supply new reading materials; and make tray favors for special days of the month ^Members & friends, knit and supply toques for newborns. ♦Emergency Kits (toothbrush, tooth paste and comb) are given to Emergency patients ♦personalized Christmas cards given to patients so each would have a special Xmas Greeting. ♦The year was concluded with a Turkey Dinner at the home of Alma Whitt. ♦Auxiliary meets the first Thursday of the month at the hospital at 2pm. President Esther Toomer FOSTER-CARE "As a Foster Parent you open your home to a child*'. Each need is different, but the goal is always the same-:"to ■ return the child to their natural family." You may state your preference for age or condition but " the more flexible you are, the better chance we have of finding a home for the child who needs you" ♦The Foster Parent Association offers training seminars, encouragement & support. ♦Social Workers are always there to help you ♦child's medical and dental costs are covered ♦A daily rate is provided. .Special needs these are compensated. WANT MORE INFORMATION? Call Rebecca Miller 381-5643 or call Diana Yoshihara.758-6838 TANCO'S CONTINUING SALE ODO SIZE WINDOWS for.any room in the home (Bay, Picture) CHEAP SEALEDi. UNITS (odd) for nursey beds, breezeways etc . 4 MM T E MPDRED GLASS (scratched slightly) for Breezeways, sheds, porches or any other 28 X 74; 34 X 74; 34 X 76 Regular $4.50 sq.ft. SALES $1.20 SQ.FT.MAGRATH PUBLIC LIBRARINEWS Have you,ever wondered which brand or make of something you should buy? How is your Insurance Coverage? Come to our "CONSUMER CORNER"; we have Consumer Tips and Product Saftey phamphlets; "The Consumer Report" and "Canadian Consumer" Magazines; a collection of books such as— "Essential Guide to Perscription Drugs", "Lemon-aid New and Used Car Guide", "The Best Is Yet to Come"- planning ahead for a financially secure retirement. We also have some short videos; "Happy Endings" and "Investment Fraud" You can find 1-88 Directory and School Calendars for SAIT,Olds College, Grant McEwan Community College and Athabasca University. The Department of Fisheries and Oceans and Alberta Fish and Wildlife Division have donated the book"The Fishes of Alberta" plus some pamphlets -Lake Sturgeon in the Prairie Provinces, -Selected Freshwater Fish, -The Walleye, -The Lake Trout and more. We appreciate these donations. The FRI£N»5 OF THE LIBRARY would like to thank all of those who have given donations to our building fund in Memory of Theta Sabey.r Betty Clifton / Norm & Melva Christensen / Bill & Pearldene Jensen Blaine «.Marilyn Neilsen Kay & Shirley Neilsen Bob & Carolyn Neilsen Ken & Marlene Neilsen Elizabeth Strong/ Mildred Harker/ Gladys & Phil Sheer/ Joan Karren; also for Beverly James. WOMEN'S CONFERENCE "Being Positive in a Negative World" -Sat. March 6 8:45-3:30 -Cardston Civic Centre -Come learn effective skills to deal with today's stress -To register contact Christine Poss at Alberta Agri. 653-5130 -Fee:$20. includes lunch. Magrath Stake Women's Conference Saturday Feb.27 7 : 30-9: 30p.m. Speakers and Music Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Magrath Stake Centre (brown building) All Women over 18 years of age are invited to attend. No Charge SOUTHERNREGION EMERGENCYSERVICES SOCIETY AUCTION JUNE 19,1993 which will be held in conjunction with S.T.A.R.S.AIR AMBULANCE to provide us with much needed Emergency & Rescue Equipment(Jaws of Life, Air Bags, Emergency Lighting etc.) for our area. Anyone having NEW, GOOD or USED Merchandise, Services, or Money they wish to contribute Please contact any of the following: Ken Hoibak 758-6523 Marvin Miller 758-6821 Clayton Boodry 758-6831 Your Assistance will help us to realize our goals, THANKS HOME HARDWARE Good Selection of Skates 20% DISCOUNT HOCKEY STICKS 20% DISCOUNT We have a good SUPPLY of CALVING NEEDS ORDER Tour EAR TAGS NOW GROCERY SPECIALS Supporting Businesses at Home Keeps Our Community Alive "There are three periods in life: Youth, nrdd'u ege and "Huw well you look". Nelson Roc.i; • Sisv.'. Bread 570 gm 1.19 : McGavin'-j Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns 12 pack 1.89 | Nabob Coffee 300 gm 1.88 J i J General Foods International Coffee 3.38 j Jello Pudding Snacks 4 pack 1.98 : I W.F. Tomato Soup 284 ml 2 for 98 1 W.F, Vegetable / Chicken Noodle / or Cream of Chicken 284 ml 58 cents i W.F. Flake White Tuna --- ———, 150 - 184 gm 1.98 <r j W.F. Vegetables 398 ml 88 cents F W.F. Tomatoes — 398 ml 68 cents j W.F. Cookies 400 gm 1.98 Lancia Pasta Sauce 781 ml 3 r- Lancia Pasta 900 gm 1 18 Kellogg's Rico Krispies 700 gm 3?98 W.F. French Fries 1 kg 1.48 W.F. Fish & Chips 750 gm 3.78 -■ W.F. Fresh Pastas with Filling 350 gm 1.99 W.F. Fresh Pastas 350 gm 1.69 I’ DAIRY PRODUCTS h Alpha Yogurt 500 gm 1.48 Beatrice Sour Cream 250 gm 2 for 1.59 Beatrice Yogurt 175 gm 3 for 1.59 i Beatrice Classic Ice Cream 2 litre 3.59 j W.F. Cheese Slices 500 gm 3.48 I* r L ■ W.F. Margarine 1.36 kg 1.48 1 kgMEAT SPECIALS Cross Rib Roast 2.481b / 7.47kg Pork Side Ribs 1.881b / 4.14kg Fresh Pink Salmon Vhola (3-4 lb) 1.381b / 3.04kg Schneiders Wieners 450gn — 1.99 RliSIMFSS SPOTLIGHT ARNDT MOTORS Rodney, eldest son of Ralph and Mina Arndt was bom in Sexsmith Alberta. He came to Welling to begin grade 2 and then on to Magrath for grade 6: graduating in 1954. He then attended Ag-Tech in Calgary for one year. He is married to Margaret (nee: Diglow) who was raised and educated in Magrath; graduating in 1955. Margaret is the youngest daughter (16 th child) of Eimer and Nanna Diglow. Rod began an apprenticeship in Vulcan for four years achieving the highest marks in his class. September 15,1965 was a pivotal day in our lives, as Rod purchased Flamen Motors here in Magrath and we took up permanent residence . From what I can gather we are the fourth owner and the existing building is still here, with everyone having added their own touches. We offer GENERAL REPAIRS for cars and trucks, farm equipment and also handle HANDICAPPED SUPPLIES; install lifts, van conversions, ramps etc. Our hours of business are 8:00am -5:00pm Monday thru Friday. We have enjoyed our many years of service in the community. CONTEST Are you as curious as I was to know where the five locations were? They were 1- Scotland 2- lsrael ¿-Zaire 4- Nepal 5- Morocco and we have a winner in town, Hazel Dudley, and from out of town Rose (Rarick) McKinney. They guessed all five correctly and will receive one years FREE subscription to the Magrath News. Congratulations!!! Dry Goods 1 Box FABRIC Poly-coton Print 4.95 - 9.95 NOW 1/2 PRICE MAGRATH HAN DI BUS Winners of the Money Vests Ian Blackford and Laverne YeUowhom both of Pincher Creek. The draw was held Feb.10. Thank you everyone for your support. FUNERAL for Neil Cass will be held at Martin Bros. Riverview Chapei Friday Feb.19th at 3 pm. LACE for al your summer sewing gathered or plain Various widttis and colouro to choose from 50 cents a metre & up. For Sandra On February 14th a Sweetheart was bom I'm sure it was a joyous mom, For Mom and Dad -a little Miss, For Reggie and Ronnie - a Baby Sisi Life seemed fine - but then, just maybe, This family needed another baby So, almost in time for your fifth birthday Came Mel-roly poly Sheila Rae. From "our Baby“ to “Big Sister" you went And you soon found out just what that meant. Squabbles and spats -yes we had our share Yet for me-1 knew you would always be there. You were there through the school days and the move to the city Through the mini, Peter Nero, boyfriends and more cities. You were my roommate, my sister, my exemplar, my Wend, Yes- and only the 'roommate* part came to an end Now look at us - both in our 40‘s (oh, gag) With a husbanfd and children and parts that now sag And you're still there for met and this is true Though we're both getting older- i'm still younger than youl
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