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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 10, 1954
Page
4
Wells Organization directs canvasses for churches, claiming most churches raise more than ever before. It emphasizes spiritual motivation over money, forbids high pressure tactics, trains lay leaders, and charges flat fees regardless of amount raised. Churches in Canada and the United States report endorsements.
Cardale P T A hosted its regular meeting with Inspector Funk as guest speaker and plans announced for Open House this Thursday to showcase Education in Action. 4-H spiel results at Hamiota saw Cardale Seed Club members perform best in Wild Oat. Ladies Bonspiel concluded with 15 rinks entered and winners Mrs Barnes Rivers, Mrs Andrews, Mrs K Campbell. Cardale Tom Thumb beat Oak River 8-4. Novelty spiel begins Monday with Cardale WI entries. March 17 plans to entertain husbands with Dan Levenick on Women s Rights. humorous remark noted.
March designated Red Cross Month with donations held by Miss Nellie Yates. Weekend visits saw Mr and Mrs Harms of Winnipeg at the latters parents. Brandon visitors to W Gregory family included Mr and Mrs J Strachan and Mr and Mrs R Gammack. World Day of Prayer service well attended under Mrs Teale with helpers. Evening Auxiliary met at Mrs Bert Bailey’s home chaired by Mrs Hugh Alexander. Used clothing requested. Lloydminster business visitors were Mr and Mrs Rosenberger. Harold Stewart and Janice Rosenberger visited homes Friday.
A cheerful morning scene with Jerry and Mary Lou as they anticipate a sunny fishing day and a letter from Aunt Amantha. Mrs. Brewster plans to tidy up and bake for the aunt’s visit while Jerry resists the idea of company, fearing a dull holiday.
Jerry Brewster meets Amantha Abbott at the station when she reveals she is his aunt Amantha and his mother's adopted sister. The pair ride home by car as they plan a fishing trip and share a warm, surprising connection.
The C G I T hold an Irish Tea and home cooking sale at the school Saturday afternoon March 13 at 3 pm. W I members enjoyed hospitality of Hamiota W I on Tuesday. Various musical acts and stories noted, with curling and hockey results and community visits.
Mr and Mrs Al Clarke arrived from Isabella and stayed at the Dominion Hotel. Weather improves with no rain. Friends honored Mr Webb at the Homath home with a glowingly told entry into the world and a life insurance policy of 365 Happy Days. Webb won the Bridge prize and Maud Venables crocheted a cup and saucer. Mrs Homuth and Mrs Gibson baked a birthday cake with candles supplied by Colin. Centennial Church Mens Club looks forward to more birthdays.
Dr E D Hudson funds two scholarships of 30 and 20 dollars for Grade XII at Hamiota Collegiate and Mr J McConnell matches for Grade XI. Awards to be presented at June Exercises. Visitors invited to a Friday tea at 115 pm and 2 45 pm. Earlier, ice follies drew many students, and a perfume spill caused a classroom odor incident before recess.
High school students will enjoy live music from the Manitoba Normal School Dance Band at a Friday dance in McConnell's Hall on April 2. The event promises lively entertainment and community cheer.
Infestations of Rusty Grain Beetle and other insects have been reported in stored grain across western Canada especially southern Manitoba. Farmers should inspect old grain, transfer in cold weather, fleetly ventilate and fumigate heavy infestations, and seek advice from local agricultural representatives or dealers.
Dr. J. M. Williams list of office hours and contact details appears in the notice. The item lists an address and a date, indicating available times and location for appointments or inquiries. The fragmented text suggests a public notice of professional hours.
March winds once blamed washday strains now fade with automatic clothes dryers shown in Hydro showrooms. Set the dial and the machine handles drying to suit ironing or folding, removing lifting and line fuss. Also notes recipe tips for graham wafers and whipped cream and lists radio program schedules across CKY Winnipeg Dauphin and Brandon.
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