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8-WINNIPEG, FÖSTUDAGUR 14. JÚNÍ 1985
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I Icelandic Content
published books, magazines and
other interesting reading material.
They have recorded their own his-
tory but their greatest accomplish-
ment must be the Icelandic Depart-
ment at the University of Manitoba.
It is amazing that they managed to
contribute well over $200,000 to the
founding of the Icelandic Chair in the
early 1950s.
Thousands of them have attended
courses at the Department during the
years, some studied grammar, others
literature and still some Norse
mythology. They surely remember
those days with gratitude because
even though they may not have
graduated fluent in spoken or writ-
ten Icelandic, their study brought
them closer to the land and the cul-
ture of their forefathers.
The Icelandic Chair is more than
an educational institution. Every year
all kinds of inquiries reach the
department from all over the world.
No other Western-Icelandic es-
tablishment or organization comes
close to the department in this
respect. Universities, libraries and
public offices constantly seek infor-
mation or advice.
Last but not least, the Icelandic
Chair's Icelandic Studies Series
which has published some very fine
scholarly works is gaining world
recognition. The Icelanders in North
America are proud when their Chair
is mentioned and recognized for its
merit. Its presence in the Icelandic
community in North America is im-
portant and rewafding. Let us keep
on supporting it.
Donations to Lögberg-Heimskringla
In Loving Memory of my cousin Grettir Leo Johannson
who passed away May 27/85
Love Helga Paul — California........$ 50.00
Icelandic
National League
presents
MAGNUS MAGNUSSON internationally known
Scholar, Author, Saga translator, at the Winnipeg
Art Gallery Monday, June 1.7 — 7:30 p.m.
This independence show is entitled "Iceland Saga"
1 Hr. Film & Slide Presentation on the History &
Culture of Iceland and the Saga Sites.
Tickets $3.00
Contact: Mrs. Roed — 237-0612
or Lögberg-Heimskringla 284-7688
This space made available courtesy
Neil Bardal Inc.
Family Funeral Counsellors
984 Portage Ave., 786-4716
Icelanders in North America have
during their years on this side of the
Atlantic accomplished much. They
have published a weekly for almost
one hundred years (uninterrupted),
Engagement
EYFORD - NICKLIN
Mr. Jorundur Eyford of Vogar,
Manitoba is pleased to announce the
engagement of his daughter, Arlene
Elizabeth to Roger Wayne son of Mr.
and Mrs. George Nicklin of Winni-
peg, Manitoba. .
The wedding is to take place on
Saturday, August 24, 1985 at 1:30
p.m. at the Crescent Fort Rouge
United Church, Wardlaw and
Nassau N, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Our Mistake
About a year ago we published a
write-up which included the
photograph below. The persons on
the photo are Agúst and Guðrún Ey-
jolfsson not Agúst and Sigríður Ey-
Correction
In a write-up an awful mistake was
made. The story stated that Joe Mar-
tin's mother, Mrs. Margaret Martin
had passed away. This is not true.
She is in good health and resides in
Winnipeg. She is best known as
Margaret Martin and was born in
Saskatchewán, not Iceland.
We apologize to her, Mr. Joe Mar-
tin, and all concerned who were hurt
through this error.
jolfsson as was previously stated. We
apologize to those concerned.
J.Þ.
Minnist
TiETEL
í erfðaskróm yðor
Working To Keep Our Herítage Alive
CANADA ICELAND
FOUNDATION
SECRETARY: 1 - 204 - 475-8064
40 Garnet Bay
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 0L6
Scholarships Offered
Canada Iceland Foundation
We invite students of Icelandic or part-Icelandic descent to apply for
the following scholarships which are offered or processed by The
Canada Iceland Foundation.
EMILIA PALMASON STUDENT AID FUND
Two awards of $500.00 each to be given in 1985. The recipients must
be of good moral character, Icelandic descent, college calibre and
primarily in need of help to continue their studies in high school, college
or at University level. They are asked to sign a pledge that "somewhere
along the highway of life'' they will try to provide comparable help
to another needy student. Closing date for applications June 30th.
THORVALDSON SCHOLARSHIP
One scholarship of $500.00 to be awarded in 1985. This annual
scholarship will be awarded to a student in University or proceeding
into a University in Canada or the United States. The recipient must
demonstrate financial need and high scholastic ability. Closing date for
applications Sept. 15.
EINAR PALL & INGIBJORG JONSSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
One scholarship of $500.00 to be awarded in 1985. Award to be
determined by academic standing and leadership qualities. To be of-
fered to a High School graduate proceeding to a Canadian University
or the University of Iceland. Closing date for applications Sept. 15.
THE CANADA ICELAND FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
One scholarship of $500.00 to be awarded in 1985. Award to be
determined by academic standing and leadership qualities. To be
offered to a University student studying towards a degree in any
Canadian University. Closing date for applications Sept. 15.
The GUNNAR SIMUNDSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
One scholarship of $300.00 to be awarded annually. This scholarship
will be awarded to a student enrolled in a Canadian university who
demonstrates high scholastic abiiity and financial need. Closing date
for applications Sept. 15.
Students wishing to apply are asked to submit applications with
supporting documents indicating scholarship applied for. Information
and application forms are available by telephoning 475-8064 or
contacting:
CANADA ICELAND FOUNDATION
Application forms may c/o Mrs. P.H. Westdal, Secretary
also be picked up at 40 Garnet Bay
Lögberg-Heimskringla office Winnipeg, MB. R3T 0L6