Cromer, Manitoba is a village located in the Rural Municipality of Pipestone

Pipestone, Manitoba (rural municipality)

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, in southwestern Manitoba

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, Canada

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Its name became official when the Canadian Northern Railway

Canadian Northern Railway

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came through in 1907.(1) Previous to this the village was known as "Elm Valley". Cromer is situated near the Pipestone Creek and consists of several businesses and residences. Cromer Garage, Cromer Valley Store, Cromer Valley Construction, the Cromer Seed Plant, and Cromer Snack Bar–Taco Depot are the main street businesses.