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Newspaper

Hamiota Echo

Location

Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Jun 18, 1958

Page

5

Waterhen Lake Area Draws Saskatchewan Tourists North of Meadow Lake

The Waterhen River and connected lakes near Meadow Lake Saskatchewan offer pickerel fishing and scenic drives. Sam Bennett and Vic Stubbington describe Waterhen and Greig Lakes as prime family and angling destinations with boating and water sports. Road upgrades and a Meadow Lake Board of Trade push aim to boost tourist reception and visibility for lakes like Flatten Keeley and Canoe.

Meadow Lake Waterhen River Lac Des Isles Waterhen Lake Beaver River Waterhen Sam Bennett Sam Greig Lake Vic Stubbington Greig Flatten Lake Saskatchewan Flotten Harry Millar Flatten Keeley Lake Road's End Canoe Lake Loon Lake Goodsoil Great Water Plains Buffalo Buffalo Narrows Board of Trade Gerry Ernewin

Fires race through Manitoba in record spring outbreak

Manitoba forestry officials report the spring fire season as the worst in over two decades with at least 150 fires burning more than 500000 acres by May 23. Officials note 20 percent of burned area was merchantable timber as crews, planes and heavy equipment battle outbreaks in Duck Mountains Camper Ville Dawson Bay and nearby towns amid dry conditions and high winds.

Manitoba Forestry F. C. Bell Mines and Natural Resources Duck Mountains Camper Ville Dawson Bay Fairford Gyrpsumville Pine Falls Manitoba

Know Manitoba Better Essay Contest For High Schoolers

The Manitoba Department of Industry and Commerce sponsors a Know Manitoba Better essay contest. High school students write 500 to 1000 words about Manitoba history geography and industry. Entries due October 31 with $500 total prizes across three grade levels.

Department of Industry and Commerce Manitoba Bureau of Travel and Publicity

Baby survives after 90 minutes of artificial respiration

Kay Paull a newborn boy in Elk Horn hospital was bitten by a collie on November 29 1929. Doctors led by Dr A Ferre performed 90 minutes of artificial respiration and restored the heartbeat. The child recovered and was discharged home after four teen stitches and hospital care.

Puceen-Nonthold Ed Paull Elkhorn Hospital A. Ferre Ed Paull The Mercury Ferre Eikhorn

Ratepayers back High River hospital expansion

On May 1 the ratepayers of High River Hospital District No. 11 voted 92 percent in favor, authorizing construction of a new addition to the Municipal Hospital.

High River Hosptal District No

Odious Ages and a Quip from Dobbin in Verse

A humorous reflection contrasts adult immaturity with childlike behavior. The line about Oid Dobbin hints at a vehicle metaphor, noting faults yet finding joy in restraint and a warning against rushing progress.

Outdoor Play Equipment Pack for Yard Circus

Jolly crown pattern and accessories offer ac size cutting painting for crown. Includes slide and sandbox project with easy mail order for 40¢. Outdoor Play Equipment Packet of 5 patterns costs 1.75 in US funds. Send orders to Home Workshop Patterns Department PPL 4433 West Lth Avenue Vancouver BC.

Department P.P.L West Lth Avenue Vancouver B.C

Bible Reading Turns Reader Into Church Helper

An elderly hearing aid user, living alone, started reading aloud one hour daily and read the Bible aloud. Visitors heard her and asked her to give readings at her church, as the Bible is known as The Silent Missionary spoken in over 1,100 languages and improving listeners.

Hertha

Wonderful new ward robe from Printed Pattern 4605

Misses' sizes 10 to 18 pattern 4605 offers three sleeve versions and necklines from mandarin to low squared. Easy to sew and flattering, with printed directions on each pattern part. Send 40 cents to Anne Adams Pattern Dept at 60 Front Street W, Toronto with size name address and store number.

In the Home Workshop Garden Furniture Pattern Sale

Yard furnishings such as chairs and a folding table are light and graceful and easy to make. Pattern 348 chair and Pattern 349 table include actual-size cutting guides. The flagstone pattern is 40 cents each. Chairs and table are in Garden Furniture Packet No 60 for $1.75.

Soiu Ese

Commentary on constructive criticism of local editors and clubs

Editorial laments excessive criticism in papers and urges focus on positive community service. It praises Chamber of Commerce members, service clubs, churches, and organizations like Kinsmen, Columbian Club, Legion, Knights of Columbus, CGIT, and Scouts for sustaining town life, despite occasional complaints about donations. It argues life would stagnate without these groups and notes inevitable duplication of effort yet stresses diverse voices keep things moving.

Chamber of Commerce Columbian Club Canadian Legion Knights of Columbus CGIT Boy Scouts The Girl Guides

Time to think on summer driving safety in Peace River

The Peace River country expects more summer traffic and road problems as holidays begin. Drivers should precheck cars, clean headlights, and drive cautiously to avoid accidents and injuries. Courtesy and foresight can save lives and prevent hospital visits this season.

Peace River

Canada should move carefully says The Bulletin editorial

The editorial argues Canada should avoid import restrictions on oil. It notes oil surplus causes marketing issues with the United States flooded with product and Venezuela and the Near East showing concern. It cautions against self sufficiency plans that could raise gasoline prices for Montreal and Atlantic provinces and urges Canada to lead in expanding world trade.

United States Canada Venezuela Near East Alberta R. A. Brown, Jr Home Oil Co Montreal Edmonton Atlantic Maritime Provinces

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