Magrath Store News (February 2, 2000)

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 35 cents A very significant event took place in Geneva Switzerland this past November. The World Congress of Families 11 was held with representatives from around the world, including 15 people from Southern Alberta. The purposes of this Congress were to: 1. rally organizations and leaders to protect and fortify the natural family; 2. develop guidelines for the formulation and implementation of family-centred policies and laws; 3. raise worldwide awareness of the objectives and results of the Congress; 4. create ongoing structures for mutual cooperation and support The Honorable Grant Hill, MP, was one of the leaders who attended the Congress. He has graciously accepted an invitation to speak to our Magrath Community about his experience in Geneva. This meeting will be held tonight Feb. 2 at 7:30 p.m. Tom Karren Gym All are invited to attend. Please note change of time and location "Valentine Dinner Theatre" Friday Feb. 11th and Sat Feb. 12th 7-9 p.m. Tickets $15.00 each or $25 per couple Magrath United Church featuring a roast beef dinner, local entertainment and the play "Yes means No" (one act play, lasts 45 min.) Starring Bill Alston, V.J. Harker, Stephanie Quist, Sandi McClung and Clayton Gast directed by Shirley Clifton Tickets on sale at Holland's Insurance or any Society member Laurel Bennett, Falene Wolsey, Michelle Aalders-Moor, Anne Bowen, Patti Miller, Gail Cole. A fundraiser for the Magrath Centennial Society for the Cultural Arts. Limited seating each evening, get your tickets early. Dress semi-formal. A*A* New Books at the Library Adult Fiction The Perfect Gift by Christina Skye, Mars Attacks by Ray W. Murill, Knights Divided by Suzanne Barclay, Reckless by Beth Henderson, All But the Queen of Hearts by Rae Muir, Surrender of the Heart by Nina Beaumont, The Essential Wife by Taylor Ryan, The House on Olive Street by Robyn Carr, Mary by Theresa Michaels, Lawman by Laurie Grant, Wildwood by Lynna Banning, The Bride Thief by Susan Paul, the Wolfer by Loren D. Estleman; Nimisha's Ship by Anne McCaffrey, Armageddon Axis by James Axer. Videos Sports Illustrated Total Access, Pacific Heights. *Magrath Public Library STORY HOUR, for children ages 3-5, will begin Wednesday, February 9th @ 11 a.m. Enrollment is limited to 10 children and pre­registration is required. Please come to the library or phone to register. ****** The Museum had its Annual General Meeting on Jan. 27/00. The following officers were elected: Pres. Donna Lybbert, V.P. Melodie Johnston, Treas. Connie Boodry, Sec. Andrea Burrows. Many thanks to Grant Stevenson & Bernice Miller for their years of service on the Museum Executive. Museum hours are Mon. 6 - 9 p.m. & Fri. 1-5 p.m. Currently there is a Valentine display in the stair well. The next meeting of the Museum Assoc, will be held Feb. 24/00 at 7 p.m. in the lunchroom of the Library/Museum Bld. Everyone is welcome. ****** The Raymond & District Historic Society is looking for a copy of the 1st History Book of the Magrath area. If you have a spare copy & would like to donate it to the Raymond Museum, please call Bob Brandley @ 752-3496 or Evelyn Hendry @ 752-4516. ****** Magrath Rod & Gun Club Memberships are now due. Get your's from John or Cam in the Hardware. ****** BINGO - BINGO -BINGO Next Bingo is TOMORROW NITE Thursday February 3rd. 2000 at the Seniors’ Centre. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Bingo @ 7 p.m. Everyone Welcome. ****** 1 ~ I I liMi I i DATE: TIME: PLACE: Wednesday, February 23,2000 7:00 p.m. Tom Karren Gym I !$ Come out a see why the band is such a crowd favorite whenever they compete in Marching Band Competitions. Featuring: Indoor Field Show Dancers Comedy GREAT FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT! 3 $2.00/person $10.00/family The Spirit of Alberta Band would like to borrow costumes(is gorilla suit, clown etc.) for band students to wear when they hand out flyers. If you can help us out, please call Beth @ 758-6445. ****** ssdirect@telusplanet.net www.ssdirect.com Computer Consulting, Sales, and Service Box 389, 132 - 2'"’ Street SW, Magrath, A3 TOK 1J0 Roger Davtas Qgpgpol Mgfygtygf’ voice 758-3577 fax 758-91’74 Magrath Elementary School SIXTH ANNUAL FAMILY DANCE Monday Feb. 7 @ 7:00 p.m. Entry fee is a toonie for the family for which you will have your family name entered for door prizes. Grandmothers in our community will be baking cookies which will be sold for .25 each, 5 for $1.00 or a dozen for $2.50. All funds raised sponsor fun, educational school climate activities. Spirit Fundraiser Please take note of the change of date for the Fundraiser! It is the evening before teachers convention!! An "Indoor Show" on Wednesday February 23rd at 7 p.m. in the Karren Gym. Toonie/person or $10 / family. Come out for some fantastic entertainment including music and dancing! Wanted Volunteer Area Representatives Community Adult Learning is looking for volunteers to assist with courses in the Magrath area. If you would like to be involved with planning and programming for your area, please call Kathy Richards 653-4991. Magrath Golf Club Notice of Annual Meeting - Meeting to be held Monday February 7, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. at the Magrath High School - Nominations for executives to be forwarded to Box 432, Magrath, AB. TOK UO, prior to February 1, 2000. For more information contact: Ron Johnson @ (403) 758-3341. > t f HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD "TURP" FEBRUARY 1ST - 2000 FROM THE COLEMAN FAMILY ****** HAPPY BIRTHDAY UNCLE DEVAR JANUARY 24TH FROM THE COLEMAN FAMILY. Missy & Ryan Sharpe are pleased to announce the birth of their 1st child Tatum a daughter "Tatum Jean" Tuesday January 25th, 2000, weighing in at 9 lbs. 3 oz. Proud grandparents are Rod & Sharon Gibb. FREE Public Skating, Monday, Thursday and Saturday from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Donated by the following businesses: Lions' Club, Southern Agri Services, Duncan Thompson, P & H Elevator, . 2-16. CROPPING ALTERNATIVES FOR 2000 DATE: Thurs, Feb. 24,2000 PLACE: Yotee’s Restaurant Cardston TIME: 9:30 am - 2:00 pm COST: $10.00 (lunch included) Please pre-register by Feb. 18,2000 by calling Alberta Agriculture-Claresholm toll free 310-000 then dial 625-1445 An evening of country music with.... TREVOR PANCZAK TAMMY GISLASON TRACEY OGLOFF WHERE: at RAYMOND COMMUNITY CENTER 15 BROADWAY SOUTH, RAYMOND ALBERTA WHEN: February 25 & 26 Friday and Saturday at 7pm Price $ 8.00 WHO: For Ticket Information Call Johnny Panczak 403 758 6265 Adult Education Computer Courses General Information About Each Course Duration: 8 hours / Course Time: 7:00 - 9:30 pm Tuition: $40 / course (handouts included) Instructor; Bonny West Microsoft Word Basics Learn the basics of word processing including, how to create, edit, and format documents., file management, tabs, alignment, options, graphics insertion, spell checking, bullets, numbering, auto- forinatting, etc. Date: Tues., Feb. 8 - Feb 22 (3 weeks) Place: Magrath High School and Date: Wed., Feb. 9 - Feb 23 (3 weeks) Place: Cardston High School Internet Basics Become familiar with the Internet - sigu-up op­tions, what you need to connect, search techniques, bookmarks, browser and email basics using Internet Explorer, Outlook Express, and / or Netscape. Date: Tuesday, March 7, 14, & 21 (3 w eeks) Place: Magrath High School and Date: Thurs., March 9, 23, & 30 (3 weeks) (No class on March 16) Place: Cardston High School Microsoft Powerpoint Basics ? Learn to create an effective electronic slide show presentation. Creating / modifying slide layouts, backgrounds, color schemes, sorting / outlining, adding clip art, movies, sounds, and web links will be covered. Date: Tuesdays, April 4,11, 18 (3 weeks) Place: Magrath High School and Date: Wednesdays, April 5-19 (3 weeks) Place: Cardston High School Microsoft Word - Intermediate Course covers creating & editing tables, using Word’s drawing tools, creating special text effects, adding headers, footnotes, endnotes, importing files, modifying templates, customizing bullets and special characters, adding web links, and addi­tional editing features. Date: TUesdays, May 9 - 23 (3 weeks) Place: Magrath High School and Date: Wed., May 10 - May 24 (3 weeks) Place: Cardston High School Beyond internet Basics This more extensive course will cover managing bookmarks, refining search techniques, maximiz­ing your browser, managing your email account, downloading files, and using plug-ins. Studeuts should have basic knowledge of Internet. Dates: TBA Places: Magrath High School & Cardston High School Introduction to Web Page Design Leam an easy way to create web pages without having to learn any HTML language by using a web page editing program. Dales: TBA Places: Magrath High School & Cardston High School introduction to PageMaker Learn the basics of desiging effective layouts, creating / editing text, inserting and working with different graphic formats, adding scanned images, etc. for flyers, letterheads, business cards, news­letters, books, and other publications. Dates: TBA Places: Magrath High School &“■ Cardston High SchoolCLASSIFIED ADS DEADLINE: TUESDAY 12 NOON PHONE 758-6377 Less than 30 words----------$3.00 Small ad (2.5"X 3.5")------$8.00 Subscription------------------$15.00/year 1/4 page----------------- —$10.00 1/3 page---------------------$13.50 1/2 page---------------------$20.00 Full Page-—Copy Ready-------$40.00 Full Page-—We do---------------$55.00 Flyer insertion (your paper)....$40.00 Wanted: washboard. Call Marie @ 758-6051. 2.2 ****** Anyone who knows how to weave or has any tools to work a weaving loom, please call Marie @ 758-6051. 2-2. Wanted: Educational Computer games for Windows *98. Ages 7 & up. Call 752-3723. Marilyn Eyre. 2-9. For sale: 1978 Marshfield mobile home, 14’ x 70’. Call 758-3287. For sale: 2 horse trailer, new tires, new wiring, w/w made in Oklahoma, A-l shape. Call 758-6051. ****** For sale: calf shed, 16' x 8', 6' high in front, 6' high in back, tin roof, $465.00. Call Boyd Woodruff @ school @ 758-3366. 2-9. Need your home or office cleaned? Give me a call @ 758-6754. 2-2. A&&&&A For sale: Panasonic "Genius" Carousel microwave-excellent cond. - three shelf roll-a- round microwave stand. - set of large coffee table & end tables (solid wood with smoky glass tops) - stereo component stand - T.V. stand - "Sunbeam" propane BBQ complete with tools & cover. - 24" electric range. Call 758-3582. 2.2. Pure Natural Whole Wheat Coyote Pancake/Waffle Mix *four flavors to choose from & Breakfast Cereals. No additives. Cleaned & bagged wheat. Pick up @ Rockport Flour Mill. Magrath 758-3077, Fax 758-3340. 5-31. Need your feed barley moved? Will also haul hay or straw. Also can haul your quota for you. Contact Sabey Trucking @ 758-3119. or 308-1944 JEANNIE'S HAIR FASHION 136S - 1 St West 4 doors South of Trading Co. 758-3379 Open Tues thru Friday Professional Haircare at pleasing prices ****** RICK’S PORTABLE WELDING Owner Rick Beres We weld everything from chairs to tractors Please call me for all your welding needs "B" pressure qualified. 758-6427 ******CANADIAN SECURITY SYSTEMS We sell, install, and service alarms, camera systems, safes. *Also dead bolts and key locks Call Ross Moore 758-3945 for a free estimate. sfc*A**A Remember to call Tai heating, air conditioning, refrigeration and appliance service. Gas & Electrical Service and Trenching 752-3866 Tai Hancock mgr. & & && & A For rent: various spaces, in Magrath, ideal for small business. CaH 758-3876. i**AAA For rent: main floor house, 3 bedrooms. Available immediately. 135 East-1 Ave. N. Magrath. $500 + 1/2 utilities, $500 d.d., abstainers, no pets. Call Harold Murray 758-3325. For rent: nice 2 bedroom apartment, available Feb. 1, Call 758-3781. For rent: older 3 bedroom house. No basement, heated shop/garage, root cellar, garden area. Avail March 1. No pets, abstainers. Phone Ragan's for more info @ 758-3427. 2-2. AAAAAA For rent: 2 bedroom house, fridge, stove, washer & dryer, dishwasher included. Close to uptown & schooL Asking $450.00 + utilities. Available immediately. Abstainers only. Please call Rhonda Perks @ 758-6816. 2-23. New 1240 sq. ft home for sale, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double car garage & finished basement in Magrath. Call 758-6765 or 758-6832. 2-23. For Sale Brand new 1200 sq. ft 3 bedroom bungalow, 2 bathrooms, 1 car garage. Call 758-6765 or 758-6835. 2-23, A & Karen Filmore residence is for sale by owner 3 bedroom bungalow attached double garage, family room has wood floors & fireplace. New lino, carpet & paint upstairs. Games room, 2 bedrooms & large cold storage down. $103,000.00 lowered to $98,500.00 contact: Sharon Dahl @ 758-6919 or Irene MacDonald @ 1(403) 257-4477. Lr. A & A* House for sale 1550 sq. ft, 1 1/2 yr. old bung. Completely finished up & down, total of 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, Irg f.r., main floor laundry, built in vacuum & appliances. Located on corner lot 1 block East of school @ 180E Harker Ave. 400 sq ftshop is separate from home. Call Scott or Falene @ 758-3992. at ak & & & skMEAT SPECIALS JANUARY31^mJA^5 Pork Loin Centre Cut Chops Pork Loin Chops Rib or TenderlojnEnd Burns Breakfast Grill - chicken or turkey $1.98/lb | I Burns Sliced Bacon_______ ______ . Leaf EZee Submarine Kits Burns Cooked Ham Western Family Bologna or Mock Chicken Maple Leaf 100% Meat Franks _______ An update on the_ University of Lethbridge BasketbalL The University Pronghorn Basketball t^ma«> now rated No.l in Canada, with a record of 20 wins and 2 losses. This weekend, Feb. 4 & 5, theyp Regina (Sask). The next week, Feb. 11 & 12, t y play in Winnipeg (Man.) This will be the> en d of heir regular schedule. After that it will be a Western Canada playoff (probably in^r*dge) to see who goes to Halifax for the Canadian Finals, (let us hope that U of L makes it). ... j Danny BaWerson, a former Magrath Zenith, leads the Canada West in scoring and has the highes throw percentage in Canada at 92.6%. ****** Magrath L.D.S. Stake invites you to the "Sweetheart Ball" Saturday February 12th - 9 - 11:30 p.m. Magrath Stake Center Come dance to music throughout the Century. Admission Free, refreshments will be served, dress semi-formal All adults 18+ Welcome My two kids & I were taking a long car trip, and to pass the time, my daughter & I started playing a license plate game, looking for license plates from different places. "Minnesota! 11 year old Ruthie excitedly shouted, y Not wanting to be left out, two year old Adam piped up instantly, from the back seat, Me get a soda too!" $4.37/kg $6.57/kg 375g 500g 250-375g 375g $2.98/lb $3.28 $3.48 $2.98 $2.98 $1.98 $2.98 375g ~ 450g As many of the Magrath and District residents know a committee was struck Corm the area to deal with the concerns that were being raised about the Magrath hospital. We were scheduled to make a presentation to the C.H.R. board on the 27th of Jan. In light of information we have received, we feel that a presentation made at a later date wou he more effective. We would like to thank those who took time to personally write letters to the C H R These letters had a positive impact o decisions that are before the C.H.R. The board is exploring many different options as follows. 1. Leave the Magrath hospital at it’s current leve 2. Expand our current long term care facility, by adding 20 more long term care beds. These wou be in the form of an assistant living facility. 3 Working towards an all encompassing community health center in the existing facility. This would involve all aspects of our health care system hospital committee would like again to thank all who have written, phoned, or voiced their concern. Domestic & Commercial ~ Water Hatiling 3000 Gal & 4000 Gal capacity ■XX Gisfcr - Pumping Services Available Cistern Cleaning - 328-2460 twii Steele Sheridan *No Deliveries Sundays and Iio.idays MORE GROCERY SPECIALS JANUARY 31 - FEBRUARY 5 Bounce Fabric Softener 80 Sheets $6.98 Crest Toothpaste 75 ml .98 Thermasilk Hair Care Products 200-300 ml $3.48 Always 14-48 pack $4.68 Tampax Tampons 20 pack $4.68 Kraft Cheez Whiz 1 kg $6.98 Sunny Delight Citrus Beverage 1.89 liter $1.98 Armstrong Cheddar Cheese 750g $6.98 Kraft Single Slices 1 kg $7.98 Minute Maid Punch 355 ml .88 Imperial Margarine 1.36 kg $3.48 Armstrong Aged Cheddar Cheese 750g $7.98 Dairyland Yogurt 175g .58 Pure 'N Fresh Milk 2 litre $2.38 Swanson Microwave Dinners 280-376g $2.98 McCain Pizza Premiere 665-715g $5.98 Kellogg's Eggo Waffles 310-312g $2.18 Duncan Hines Frosting 450g $1.78 Duncan Hines Cake Mix 515g $1.48 Nabob Tradition Coffee 300g $2.98 E.D. Smith Berry Pie Filling 540 ml $2.98 Alpha or Pacific Evaporated Milk 385 ml $1.18 Christie Cookies 350-400g $2.98 Quaker Granola Bars 187-225g $2.48 Kellogg's Frosted Flakes, Corn Flakes 525-750g 2 for $5.98PRODUCE SPECIALS JANUARY 31 - FEBRUARY 5 Premium Bananas $1.06/kg .48/Ib Red Seedless Grapes $5.47/kg $2.48/lb Fresh Express Coleslaw or Garden Salad 454g $1.78 Red Potatoes 10 lb $2.48 Medium Onions 31b .68 SENIORS NEWS Seniors February suppers will be tonight February 2nd, then the 9th & 16th. The pot luck supper will be held February 25th. Hostesses for the Month of February are: Marge Rasmussen, Mary Baker & Ruth Hovey Call: Jack or Jean Butlin 758-3030, rental fee is $75.00. Town of Magrath Public Notice The Magrath Golf Club, in co-operation with the Town of Magrath, provides one day each season for a golf fund-raiser. Any non-profit organization interested in hosting this event, must make written application to the Town of Magrath, Box 520, Magrath AB. TOK UO. Final date to received applications is Monday, February 21, 2000. Thank You. Susan TO MAGRATH AND DISTRICT RESIDENTS MAGRATH HOSPITAL AUXILIARY have once again been asked by the Heart & Stroke Foundation to handle canvassing in the district. February is Heart & Stroke Month. Please watch for our canvassers to call on you. Every dollar helps - Please give. Thanks Magrath Hospital Auxiliary "If you're headed in the wrong direction, God allows U-turns." "Forbidden fruit creates many jams." Magrath Pee Wee Chiefs Undefeated Lethbridge Blues Fall to Chiefs. The Lethbridge Blues had been undefeated in Spud League play including a previous 7-1 win over the Magrath Pee Wee Chiefs. Wed night's game at the Labor Club proved "you can't win them all". In our last meeting the Chiefs shut down the Blues in the 3rd period of play, and the momentum was carried into this 4-1 win. The Chiefs came out playing a solid defensive game, allowing few quality shots. The defence coupled with goalie Layne Gill's "seeing eye" catcher glove shut down several rallying attempts by the Blues. A tipped puck at 13:55 of the 3rd period spoiled our shut out. The boys simply played though & dominated. The scoring was done by J. Rudd 1-1, A. Wamboldt 1-1 assist, R. Ririe 1 goal, S. Ragan 1 goal. Helpers on the play were L.Hofer 1 assist, S. Nishikawa 1 assist, B. Koskewich 1 assist. Chiefs successful in North Division Match up The Pee Wee Chiefs traveled to Brooks on Sat. Jan. 29 for a meeting with the Brooks Tigers of the Spud League north division. The Chiefs are 8-3-0 in the south division & were anxious to test the competition "way up there". The coaches were disappointed that our win was so lopsided. The Chiefs trounced the Tigers 13-1 in a game that did little to enhance our game. The game did give some of the players an opportunity to try their hand at different positions. On a positive note the Chiefs looked sensational in the new Magrath Minor jerseys. The Hockey Board is to be congratulated, as their hard work looks outstanding. You can see for yourselves on Sat. Feb. 5 @ 7:45 p.m. when the Chiefs host the Lethbridge Blues the current league champions. HOME HARDWARE ’’HOME OF THE HANDY MAN” *DURACRAFT COOL MIST HUMIDIFIER, 2 MOISTURE SETTINGS + AUTOMATIC MOISTURE BALANCE. EXCELLENT PRICE @ $33.97 *RENOVATING THE BATHROOM? 59" TUB WALL KIT, REG. $59.99, SALE $49.97. OVAL CHINA BASIN. REG. $69.99, SALE $49.97. LINED TOILET REG. $99.99, SALE $79.97. *GET READY FOR SPRING CLEANING! MARK 1 GARBAGE BAGS PKG. 40 - $2.37. LEMON FANTASTIK CLEANER - $3.30, VIM CREAM CLEANER - $2.50, OIL SOAP CLEANER - $2.99. *SEE SOME OF THE ITEMS WE HAVE AT EVERYDAY LOW PRICES: 6 PK PAPER TOWELS $4.47; 5 LB FIRE LOG $1.99, ACRYLIC CAULKING PK OF 4 $8.97. *WE HAVE A GOOD SUPPLY OF CALVING SUPPLIES. *2 GOOD CLEAN, USED ELECTRIC RANGES FOR SALE $150 EA. 1 USED GREEN RANGE, JUST LIKE NEW $100, GOOD USED MAYTAG ALMOND REFRIDGERATOR. *WE HAVE VALENTINE COOKIE CUTTERS. *WE HAVE VALENTINES.GROCERY SPECIALS JANUARY 31 - FEBRUARY 5 Ultra or Original Tide Detergent 26-37 uses $8.98 Betty Crocker Hamburger Helper 180-240g 2 for $3.00 Robin Hood Flour 10 kg $6.98 Green Giant Corn 341-398 ml .78 Kraft Pourable Salad Dressings 250 ml $1.78 Money's Mushrooms 284 ml .98 Catelli Splendor Pasta 2 kg box $2.98 Hunts Thick & Rich Pasta Sauce 680 ml $1.78 Old Dutch Potato Chips 3 for $3.00 McCain Punch 1 litre + dep .98 McCain Juice, Nectar, Blends or Take 5 3x250 ml $1.28 Ocean Spray Cranberry Cocktails 1.89 liter $3.98 Doritos Tortilla or Cheese Snacks 310-360g 2 for $4.00 Lipton Rice or Noodles 'N Sauce 130-142g 3 for $4.00 Cloverleaf Chunk or Flaked Light Tuna 170g .98 Heinz Beans 398 ml .88 McGavin's Sliced Bread 567g $1.38 Kraft Miracle Whip 1 litre $3.98 Heinz Pastas 398 ml .98 Campbell's Variety Soups 284 ml .88 Christie Ritz Crackers 450g $3.48 Purex Bathroom Tissue 4-8 roll pk $2.98 Sunlight Dish Liquid 750-950 ml $2.28 Fancy Feast Cat Food 84-85g 2 for .98 Mainstay Dog Food 8kg $5.98 Mainstay Cat Food 4 kg $4.4