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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 03, 1954
Page
5
The LAVINIA area news notes a WMS rally in Lavinia United Church with 74 members, a talk on India, and a $40.40 supper total. Branded social events include Mr Dixon’s 80th birthday party with relatives from Neepawa and Brookdale. Several residents travel to Winnipeg and Toronto for meetings and celebrations.
The October W A meeting at Mrs A Smut's home had 15 members. A bazaar and social evening was set for November 26 at the church basement to aid Toronto Hurricane Relief. Donations may be left at the G White store as Pope district supports the relief fund.
Honor guests Mr and Mrs Bert Musgrove celebrate 25th wedding anniversary with a house warming at their new Decker home. Guests include Bruce Doherty and Frank James. Local residents travel to Winnipeg Lloydminster Regina and Boissevain for work visits and family events. Anniversary service of Decker United Church announced.
Betty Johnston and Mr Johnston exchanged vows in a ceremony attended by classmates and relatives from Winnipeg Brandon Sioux Lookout Russell Oak River McConnell and Hamiota. Miss Betty wore white duchesse lace over satin with a lace head dress and a crescent bouquet. A reception followed the ceremony and a toast honored the couple and the bride's parents 26th anniversary.
The Autumn Thankoffering at United Church was led by Mrs G Hopsey with readings by Mrs K Club. The Sunday School sang. Miss Laura Delamater spoke on India. WMS October meeting at the parsonage had twelve members. plans included a rally delegation, a future concert for the Childrens Aid Society, and a new 4 H Club discussion. A Child Health Centre begins November 8th in Dr. Elliotts office, part of the Virden Health Unit services for well babies.
Growers with surplus Selkirk Wheat are urged to contact the office by letter or in person to declare sale quantities. A farmer noted the Experimental Farm field day showing Lee Wheat’s resistance to Leaf Rust, leading to successful yields in 1954. The National Grain Elevator Trophy for best seed sample is available at this year’s fair. Farmers and 4-H members urged to attend the Orange Hall Hamiota on November 6 for the fair and seed club showcase.
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