Hamiota Echo Publishers C. W. Venables and W. H. Josey
The Hamiota Echo is published by C. W. Venables and W. H. Josey.
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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 08, 1945
Page
4
The Hamiota Echo is published by C. W. Venables and W. H. Josey.
The article argues that postwar material shortages limited electric expansion but farming benefits from electrification. It cites veterans seeking modern methods, lower costs, and higher output, noting water pumps, milking machines, wash days, and lighting as key gains. A 1000 gallon water system can cost 4 cents per use and may pay for itself within a year.
The article argues that electric pig brooders and milking machines reduce mortality and labor, while electricity preserves milk quality and boosts profits. It projects a two year payback for a ten cow herd and notes the goal of extending service to 53 000 farms, urging farmers to invest in hydro savings and victory bonds for farm electrification.
Winnipeg guests visit friends and relatives across the region. Concluding items report the birth of a 7 pound son at Brandon Hospital on Sunday August 5 1945 to Knox Hillman and spouse, while other entries note visits by Decker Woods Hamblin Stainer and Cumberland families, plus motor trips to Winnipeg and camping at Clear Lake.
The article highlights DDT's anticipated role in controlling insects in stables and dairies and notes 2 4 D as a weed killer under study. It urges farmers to ready granaries now to prevent later spoilage by cleaning, sealing floors, repairing roofs, and improving ventilation to keep stored grain safe.
A brief public notice urges families to call 18 to inform when a son or daughter is back from overseas duty and reminds that reunions may take time. The message emphasizes not wanting returning service members to feel slighted.
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