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Winnipeg Free Press Archives Winnipeg WWII Home Front July 15, 1940 In the limelight at Shilo Camp This group of Winnipeg artists was given an enthusiastic reception, Saturday evening by more than 1,500 troops at Camp Shilo. The concert party was organized by the Winnipeg board of trade music bureau under the direction of C. B. Plant. Cy Gardiner was master of ceremonies. Pictured with the group of artists is James Hercus, secretary of the music bureau (second from the right), Lieut- Col. P.O.G. Marten. D.O.C.. expressed his keen appreciation to the artists, and stated the troops would like much more such light entertainment. Mr. Hercus said.