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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 18, 1985
Page
16
Home economics guidance encourages using wholewheat flour for better flavor and nutrition. It notes wholewheat contains more vitamins and minerals, dietary fiber, and zinc, and offers a simple substitution guide for partial replacements while warning on handling, storage, and texture.
Health Minister Larry Desjardins announced a delay in the December 2 inauguration of Manitoba's air ambulance program due to mechanical problems with the new aircraft. The Cessna Citation SII jet, flown from Wichita, Kansas, arrived November 6, but after testing in Wichita, issues arose after arrival and certification. The aircraft will return to Wichita for repairs while the Northern Patient Transportation Program continues emergencies with the existing Citation I.
The term postage originated to denote the charge paid for hiring a horse. It first appeared in connection with mail rates in the British Post Office act of 1785.
The Hamiota Committee of Ducks Unlimited Canada forwarded more than 14000 dollars raised at its banquet to the DU Head Office in Winnipeg. DU Chair Don Lee praised the large turnout and noted funds will support critical wetland habitat restoration in the province. He also cited strong growth for Ducks Unlimited and promised next year’s banquet would be a record breaker with tickets in short supply.
At the 85 Toronto Royal Winter Fair Shady-Lane Farm owners Bob Arlene and Jeff Ross posted strong results. Home Town Hero won the Century 21 Roadster to wagon and placed 4th in Addison Cadillac Canadian Owned events, while finishing 5th and 6th in open bike classes. The CP Hotels Roadster Championship saw a 3rd place for Home Town Hero. Roofvent Alice won the geld mare class and was named Reserve Senior Champion Marc. Holiday's Dasher, the sole pony entry, finished 5th in the Hackney pony under 13 hands.
A Christmas message from Charles Mayer reflects on 1985 challenges faced by Canadians and thanks families for support. He notes Canada’s resources and peaceful life, extends holiday wishes from his wife Elaine and daughters Holly Cheryl and Judy, and prays for those less fortunate.
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