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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 24, 1960
Page
3
Current appeal calls on volunteers and tradesmen to back the Hamita Fraternal Hall project. As a non profit, the group aims to serve the wider community with modest rental fees covering maintenance. Progress is noted despite a few leading contributors, with hopes for a night shift to speed up work.
Funding and volunteer help are invited for a local project. Proper credits will be given to supporters from The Legions and The Auntuary. If unable to hammer nails or decorate, donations are welcome and can be left with lodge secretaries for Mrs. Ted Venables. receipts will be issued.
The article warns about poison ivy and its green three-leaved habit, advising thorough washing with detergent or strong soap if skin contact occurs to remove the oil that causes irritation. It emphasizes recognizing various plant forms and acting quickly to prevent itching and rashes.
Last week in Victoria featured visits from the Wild Rivers of Decker and Cal’s watts, with fond wishes for longer stays. The Echo editors reportedly came for a day, Aunt Ida and Garnet Humble hosted, and locals noted familiar faces like Shirley Fawns and Gordon Rivers, with updates on village residents Maurice Bedford and others.
Mr and Mrs Art Tulle of Breene and Port Alberni guests at Roy Williams home. Mrs Waes Cochrane attends Baptist Church Conven Brandon. WA meeting held at Mrs Milne’s home on Wed Aug 17. A fowl supper planned for Sept 12. Next meeting at Mrs W Seihrane’s on Sept 28.
The piece recalls a Manitoba town circus week with local families and guests attending. It notes the Barnum and Bailey comparison, the two dollar admission, and various residents visiting relatives while recounting dessert party chatter and mixed opinions on the show.
Local column recounts a Hamiota circus event with Mrs J and Mr J guiding the crowd, jokes about seat pricing, and a playful elephant balance moment. Community mentions include Miss Marian Gallant, staff names, and residents visiting Portage, plus congratulations for the AB provincial cup winners and a birth announcement.
About 50,000 United Empire Loyalists arrived during the American Revolution, altering Canada from a primarily French speaking region to a predominantly English speaking nation.
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