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Newspaper
Hamiota Echo
Location
Hamiota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 18, 1961
Page
1
Citizens of Hamiota decide this week whether to allow licensed premises for alcohol sales for the first time since Manitoba’s 1956 Liquor Control Act. Proponents argue it reduces highway hazards and meets modern standards. opponents fear change.
An opinion argues that the Local Option vote is misframed as a beer conflict and that liquor access already exists nearby. The writer asserts liquor outlets boost business and asks residents to vote for the measure to aid Hamiota’s growth and vitality.
A reception at Hamiota Hospital celebrated Dr E D Hudsons 90th birthday with staff board and auxiliaries. Born in Guelph Ontario he moved to Manitoba in 1879 and earned a BA from Manitoba College in 1898 an MD in 1906 before locating in Hamiota in 1907.
Over a hundred friends gathered in the United Church parlors on Tuesday evening October 3 to honor Linda Morton, bride elect of Saturday October 14. Linda, her mother, grandmother, the groom's mother and aunt received corsages and were escorted to a decorated place of honor. Irene Kirk read the presentation address while Debbie Anderson and Jeff Morton drew gifts from a miniature hay rack. Linda thanked everyone for gifts and invited guests to visit her and Barrie at Isabella Donna Kirk and Linda O Connor sang two songs with Miss Margaret Curly at the piano. A luncheon followed, served by the committee led by Mrs Grace Gradwell and Mrs Laura Grey.
Birth notices from Hamiota area record additions in 1961. Names include Armstrong Cardale Millar Hayhurst Hunt Regenberger Decker Waddell Butler Coulson Strachan McConnell and their new sons and daughters with dates from September to October 1961. The items name the parents and communities of Kenton Oak River Newdale and Cardale.
Miss Marie Stratford celebrated upcoming marriage to Mr Morley McConnell with a fall color themed shower at United Church parlor. Corsages from McConnell Bros, gifts delivered by Sandra Woods and Kim McConnell, vocal quartet, an address, and a hospital aid chorus closed the evening before lunch.
A home economics note suggests Halloween snacks for children, including glazed apples on sticks and Jack Frost Brownies. Instructions cover syrup preparation, dipping, and baking, with tips for a house party to keep kids out of mischief.
The McConnell Calf Club re organized with 23 members present. Officers include President Bill Chappell Vice Ken Robinson Secretary Edwina Killoh Reporter Rick Robinson Assistant Leader Ron McConnell Norman Little. Deveson presented slides on the McConnell Fat Stock Show and Rally Day at Shoal Lake. Next meeting set for November 14 at 7 30 p.m.
Friends and neighbors gathered at the Bates home on Thursday evening October 12 to honor Mrs Alma Brown prior to her departure from the district. An address was read by Mrs Mee Feely and gifts from the Oakner and Scotia Community and the W A were presented. A sing song followed, then thanks were given, a social hour, and a sumptuous lunch.
A light wind fueled stretch of notes covers high school basketball with Dauphin girls, Harrison High, and St Michael's of Brandon in league play, plus Brook attends Rivers. Football notes praise the Bombers while Regina trails Edmonton 10 7 late, and Alouettes edge toward the East title amid balanced divisions. Geese, ducks, and golf add rural sports color as November nears and playoff timing looms.
Crandall High School crushed Hamiota Collegiate 29 to 13 last Wednesday at Crandall. Mickey Steen starred with three rushing touchdowns and a kick for point plus a single. Herb Johnson and Ken Smith added scores for Crandall while Bryan Smith Clinton Hunter scored for Hamiota and Ed Mathison added a single. Referees were Rev. Clark Bill Davison timer Paul Robinson.
The October warmth drew sharp comment as Manitoba towns report new highs on Monday October 16. Winnipeg reached 83 degrees and Brandon 81 with Dauphin near 81, surpassing October 1929 records by two degrees in places.
The Decker WI held its meeting on Wednesday October 11 with President Mrs. Bob Sunley presiding. Minutes by Mrs. Runchey, hospital report by Mrs. Gerald Decker, and Red Cross sewing orders led by Mrs. Musgrove. A Hartburn England institute letter arrived. a donation to the Institute of the Blind was sent. An annual bazaar is planned for November 24.
Mrs Herb Smith hosted a trousseau reception on Wednesday evening October 4 for her daughter Glenda bride elect of October 7. Glenda's sister Judy and cousin Sharon Rudd organized gift display while Lawrie Johnston oversaw the guest book. Tea was poured by two grandmothers Mrs J Smith Sr and Mrs J Hazelwood and served by cousins Lynda Kidd Lois Johnston Lorraine Rudd and Gaylene Kidd. Kitchen help included Mrs G Johnston Mrs C Kidd Mrs O Hyndman and Mrs L Caldwell.
J W P Hickman has been appointed Manager of the Royal Bank of Canada Hamiota branch succeeding S W Taylor who moves to Nipigon Ontario. Hickman transfers from the Sherbrook and Portage branch in Winnipeg where he has served for the past year.
Omitted Decker item mentions Mr. and Mrs. Jack Rosenberger hosting. Brian and Barrie spent Thanksgiving with the Rosenbergers and Mr. and Mrs. Jay Lints. Harvey Lints family traveled to Winnipeg to see Mrs. W. E. G. Little at hospital. she returned home Sunday. Mrs. Don Thompson and her Winnipeg son visit.
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