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Don Flemming, of Kipling, with a 1940 Model H John Deere owned by Maurice Poirier (front); the Museum’s 1927 IHC, the fore-runner of Case IH, driven by Cliff Johnson of Kipling (middle); and Joe Molnar of Kennedy with his 1945 Model H John Deere Tractor and attached Hay Mower (back).

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Gordon Toppings wears a sign that states “the first air seeder, before G.P.S., as he displays how it was used.

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L to R) 1965 Ford Mustang owned by Gloria Ovans; 1966 Pontiac Parisienne owned by Cliff Johnson; 1945 Model H John Deere tractor with attached hay mower owned by Joe Molnar; and 1940 Model H John Deere tractor owned by Maurice Poirier

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Gloria Ovans displays the antique stove and the items donated to the Ovans Pioneer House at the Kipling Museum.

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1966 Pontiac Parisienne owned by Cliff Johnson and driven by Curtis Pearson followed by a 1965 Ford Mustang owned and driven by Gloria Ovans

By: Darcie Thom

For more than ten years, people from several communities have gathered together in celebration of Kipling’s great history. Many people have taken time out of life’s hectic schedule to take part in the Annual Kipling Museum Day Celebrations. Although there were a lot less people who attended this year’s event, the event remained successful from the support of those who did attend. An enjoyable day was shared for families and friends alike this past Sunday, August 10th.

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Kipling Co-op members placed their vote into a ballot box during the Co-op merger vote held at Kipling Legion on July 29th.

By: Darcie Thom

Co-Op Merger meetings were held to vote for the possible merger of the Kipling Co-Op and Broadview Co-Op in Kipling, July 29th and in Broadview, July 30th. Despite the positive vote for a merger by the Kipling members, the Broadview members were not sold on the idea of merging the two businesses.  There will be no merger for the Kipling and Broadview Co-Ops.

Dave Bettschen, a non-member, was the appointed Chairperson for both of the meetings and was responsible to deliver each motion made.

In Kipling Merger meeting, held at the Kipling Legion, 39 members and 3 guests attended to ask questions, make comments and vote for or against the merger.

The vote to pass had to add up to 2/3 of the ballots that were cast (over 66.6%). The final vote came to the conclusion that Kipling was very much for the merger with 94.8% “yes” vote.

It would be fair to say that some of the attendees were not completely comfortable with the idea of a merge between the two Co-Ops. A concerned citizen asked about the fuel delivery to Peebles Co-Op, wondering what was to become of the on-site gas-bar. A representative spoke up and reassured the concerned member that ‘an agreement had been made and on a yearly basis, which ends in March of 2009 with a 30-day clause. Further decisions would be made at a later date’.

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Logan Khounnoraj and Kaylee Joorisity, Duck Class, learn to swim under the instruction of Erin Toppings

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Kaylee Joorisity jumps into the pool during her lessons

By: Darcie Thom

The Kipling Swimming Pool has been offering some in-depth water safety and swimming lessons to children and adults alike. There have been a large number of reported drownings throughout Saskatchewan in the past few months that could have been prevented if safety standards, knowledge and training in water were met.

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By:Darcie Thom

Sometimes, I have this hokey pokey kind of morning that only seems to happen when I need my fix. COFFEE!!!!!

Of all things to want in life, no wait, let’s rephrase that. In all things to need in life, why coffee? One person recently made the remark “who thought of taking this bitter bean and making it with hot water,” at least it was something to that effect! She is right though! But…… the aroma of fresh brewed coffee! Mmmm!

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David Zhang enjoys the Children’s Summer Program, with Friday afternoon activities held weekly at the Kipling & District Swimming Pool.

Submitted by Susan Hengen, Recreation Programmer

Canada’s Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, the fourth annual overview of key indicators in relation to the physical activity levels of Canada’s young people is entitled “Its Time To Unplug Our Kids”, and rightly so.  In the 2007 Report Card, it was noted that reducing screen time needed to be a clear and ever present message in media campaigns.  While we know that excessive screen time is a problem in school-aged children and youth, new data this year indicates that this is a problem in preschool-aged children, as well.  This finding should be alarming as it shows how early our children are being programmed into a lifestyle of dependence on electronic devices that are associated with sedentary behavior.

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On Friday, July 18, 2008, Sharon Eloise Olson (Damm) of Kipling passed away peacefully at home at the age of 69 years, finally losing her courageous battle with C.O.P.D. The funeral service was held in Christ Lutheran Church, 417 3rd Street, Kipling on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Doug Miner officiating. Interment followed in Sintaluta Cemetery.  The urn bearers were Matthew Olson and Mackenzie Krecsy.

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On Wednesday, July 23, 2008, Doreen Scott, widow of Harry Scott, Glenavon, Sask., died at the age of 89 years. The funeral service was held in St. Andrew’s United Church, Glenavon, Sask., on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with Lynette Callfas officiating. Cremation with interment in the Glenavon Cemetery.  The urn bearers were Linda Scott and Marlene Wood.

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Allan Edwin Mish, beloved husband of Yolande Mish, Glenavon, Sask., died on Thursday, July 24, 2008, at the age of 73 years surrounded by his family. The funeral mass was concelebrated in Our Lady of the Holy Rosary R.C. Church, Glenavon, Sask., on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. by Rev. Joseph Infante and Rev. Ed Hengen. Cremation with interment in the parish cemetery. Prayers were held in the church on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.  The urn bearer was Michael Gilewicz and the honorary attendants were: Jocelyn Mish, Janelle Mish, Jenna Hardy, Kimberly Hardy, Scott Hardy, Adam Gilewicz, Joey Gilewicz, Dustin Amy and Meagan Amy.

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Home-Grown Hockey Hero

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Brooks Laich plays street hockey with children 12 and under during the Wawota Centennial Celebrations

By: Darcie Thom

Is he the next big name in the NHL, or just the guy next door? Depending on who you talk to, 25-year-old, Brooks Laich of Wawota, is making an impression on young people, whether he be a well-known hockey player or the guy down the street.

His fellow neighbors of Wawota joke that he is just the guy next door, a simple and motivated person with plenty of star-quality talent. Young and impressionable hockey fans don’t see Brooks the same way, many see him as the NHL superstar who has accomplished his dreams.

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By: Ivy Vesey, Bekevar Presbyterian Church

Our Anchor - HOPE

Will your anchor hold in the storms of life,

When the clouds unfold their wings of strife?

When the strong tides lift and the cables strain,

Will your anchor drift or firm remain?

Will your anchor hold in the straits of fear,

When the breakers roar and the reef is near?

While the surges rave and the winds blow,

Shall the angry waves then your bark o’erflow?

Will your eyes behold through the morning light

The city of gold and the harbour bright?

Will you anchor safe by the eavenly shore,

When life’s storms are past forevermore?

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By: Darcie Thom

“Don’t stare, always say please and thank-you, and show your manners.” This was a daily instruction in my younger days. Having grown and learning, not only the embarrassment of the lack of manners, but also the respect value that manners hold, those words that were embedded all make sense to me now!

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Various teams played at the “volleyball beach” during the festivities.

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The money pit kept the kids, ages 12 and under, busy throughout most of the day on Saturday until the late hours in the night. 10-year-old Devin Stewart was one of the lucky kids to find a $20 bill hidden in the sand. Approximately $200.00 was buried within the sand in different forms such as coins and bills.

Photo Submitted By: Debbie Eastland

Six settlers homesteaded here in 1882 and Wawota was born.  Their descendants are: (from back left to right Molly Mitchell - Brandon, Man.; Nora Jacques - Wawota, SK; Marg Beitel - Regina, SK - Marg and Arlene are sisters and wanted to go together at the last minute so Marg’s name never got in.

Arlene Lloyd - Regina, SK ; Bob Bourgon — Wawota, SK; Garth Taylor - Wawota, SK; Larry Greenbank - Wawota, SK; Ron Coffey - Wawota, SK

By: Darcie Thom

Wawota has created a new definition of the word celebration. The Town of Wawota hosted a record-breaking celebration for their 100th birthday this past weekend in and around the town. Over 1330 visitors and local town-folk pre-registered for the Centennial Celebration, along with hundreds of visitors throughout the August long weekend.

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Isabel Wilson waits for the finishing touches during her visit to the face paint booth

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The midway area kept the youth entertained throughout the day

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6-year-old Shayla Moore, with her pony “Bubbles” and puppy “Roxy”, during her performance in the Western Pleasure

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Glenavon Annual Summer Fair and Sports Day parade

By: Darcie Thom

Cotton-candy, candy apples, ice cream, hotdogs, hamburgers and bellyaches are all a part of summertime fairs. Glenavon provided all that and more for their annual summertime fair this year.

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