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Newspaper
Dauphin Herald And Press
Location
Dauphin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
11
Obituary states Mrs Lynham died Wednesday May 2 after a stroke. A longtime Fort William resident since 1911 she was born in Dauphin and had a wide circle of friends. Survived by son Ernest and three sisters Mrs Peter McPwen and Mrs Arthur Poilon among others.
A trench cave in occurred during heavy rains last Sunday with reports of compacted soil and minor sinkage. No injuries are mentioned and officials are investigating conditions at the site.
The Dauphin Legion reports no satisfaction after forwarding to Ottawa a call for a 250 strong Veterans' Home Guard for Military District No. 10. E. C. Herrick, secretary, notes the district covers most of Manitoba and that Dauphin could muster over 100 men, a force not deemed sufficient. The piece cites enemy alien populations and pro-Nazi sympathy as context for the suggestion.
A bustling want ad section showcases a range of requests and offerings. Readers browse job leads, housing inquiries, furniture sales, and services from local residents and businesses. Scattered notices highlight errands, rentals, and opportunities across the community.
The Manitoba Drama League executive committee was re elected for the ensuing term during the provincial drama finals weekend in Town Hall. Officers Will be elected later. Dauphin members Hary Hamilton and L A Browse serve on the executive with Miss Mary Hamilton re elected to a festival committee post. John Kines was chosen vice president Allen Borbridge treasurer and Miss Mary Clay secretary.
The registrar lists 16 643 enemy aliens in Canada including both genders. Exemptions number four with unspecified details.
A garden tea at the Abersons farm on June 6 raised funds for the Netherlands Refugee Commission in London. Dauphin attendees supported by many hosts and table girls, with Dauphin businesses thanked for assisting the event.
A new booklet titled Food for Health in Peace and War offers weekly budget guides for single people and families, detailing quantities and costs of essential foods like milk cheese and bread to maintain health. It stresses eating basic nutritious foods to resist disease and promotes Canadian agriculture and free distribution through medical staff.
Vivien Leigh stars in Sidewalks of London showing Thursday Friday and Saturday at the Dauphin Theatre this week.
Audrey Sumpton, Dauphin, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Sumpton, suffered a broken collar bone when struck by a truck driven by Mike Sklepowich on Main Street south near Fourth Avenue. The incident occurred as she crossed after waiting for a southbound car. Dr R E Dicks treated her.
British newspaper interests have reached an agreement to purchase 200000 tons of Canadian newsprint in the coming year. The deal reflects reduced Scandinavian supply due to wartime developments and is expected to raise Canadian output significantly.
The Department of Munitions and Supply orders will sustain high textile production in Canada for months, with a strong weekly rate of output across finishing and related sectors.
Orange and Black school athletes arrived late for events starting at 2 p.m. and found races began at 1 p.m. Jim won multiple events, Bob Amos delivered a record third in the senior half mile, Elvin Riehl swept junior events, Don Hamilton placed second in junior broad jump, Evelyn Miles earned a second in the B class girls high jump, and the Dauphin team showed resilience with a strong lineup including Carl Marter and Bill Delmage. The D.C.I. anticipates an even better result next June.
More than ten streets in Dauphin were gravelled over the past week after a two week old council authorization. The public works committee chose heavily used north and south end streets in need of fixing. Main street C N R crossing hardsurfacing was updated this week correcting deep pits. The broader road improvements reduce car wear and save citizens’ dental plates and back teeth.
Dauphin boy Jack Inkster, employed by Scrase and Sons butchers, had three fingers amputated after his right hand was caught in a powder meat grinder in the back shop Saturday evening. He was taken to Dauphin General Hospital where Dr. T F Malcolm treated him. condition reported as good.
Fire along the southern boundary of Riding Mountain National Park reached dangerous levels last week. A large blaze near the northern gate on Saturday night forced concern. Rain Sunday lowered hazards as a long dry spell ended with a heavy downpour reducing outbreak risk.
A 1939 census shows Manitoba operating 806 post offices. The figure reflects the province's postal reach during the late 1930s, indicating widespread rural and urban mail distribution across Manitoba.
The Salvation Army announces a citywide tag day this Saturday in Dauphin. Mayor Ramsden and councillors endorse the event and appeal for liberal support. Funds raised support local relief work and aid to those who requested assistance in the past year.
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