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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 23, 1930
Page
8
The article notes changes near the Minischool with trees removed to allow improvements. It recalls a memorial tree planted years ago by a former caretaker and argues the tree should have been allowed to remain. The piece ties these changes to broader spring time promotions and shoe supplies from United Stores.
The arranging of the federal constituency for voting has begun under Returning Officer John Spalding. Divisions strive for about 30 electors per polling area, not exceeding 300, with local twists. Rural districts seek six mile travel limits but may add polls to ease voting.
The Insull Corporation of America has purchased stock control of National Utilities Limited, owner of electric light and power franchises in Manitoba towns including Swan River Deloraine Hamiota Miniota Crandall and others. The deal, via Canadian Terminal System, includes $204,000 in 2 year first mortgage sinking fund gold bonds and $8,000 debentures.
A stillborn baby was recorded at Miniota Hospital on Saturday April 10 to Mr and Mrs stills son. A daughter was born at Uno on Saturday April 19 to Mr and Mrs Groholski.
A Tennant and his children spent Sunday with his brothers John and Widliam at Arrow River.
The C.G.I.T. of Arrow River announce a home cooking sale in Ed Sinclair’s store on Saturday afternoon. All are welcome to attend and support the local group.
The teaching staff are spending the Easter vacation at their homes. Miss M.irtton, Miss J.iirton, Mary Wallace, Mattie Wallace, Jessie Mitchell and George Littlejohn are listed among those in the district staying home for the break.
A small plane got stuck in mud at the flying field near town on Wednesday. Four passengers had to exit and push to free the aircraft, causing a considerable delay.
The Ladies of the United Church announce a Silver Tea and sale of home cooking to be held Saturday in the church basement. Proceeds support church programs.
Farmers urged to order seed grains or grasses from United Stores in Miniota. Quick service guaranteed. Call to place orders today.
Hinda spent the week with his family at Virden. Hathaway visited friends in the district over the weekend. Mr and Mrs J Chisholm and family also spent the weekend at Neepawa.
Mrs. H. King spent the weekend with her son and daughter visiting Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Bees for a family gathering.
Mrs Kirkland, who has been undergoing medical treatment in Winnipeg for three weeks, returned home on Sunday last.
The teaching staff are spending the holidays at home with Miss Nasior at Branden and Mettregor and Miss Heys in Winnipeg along with Miss Brown and Isabella.
Easter observances at the Anglican and United churches featured inspiring hymns and bright decor. The Easter message pleased attendees as Agnes Benn was found after six weeks missing from the Indian school at Birtle, near a reserve, her body decomposed and discovered by E Massine while hunting. Police led continued organized search efforts by Beulah and Uno districts.
Former Isabella resident Mr Pollock died after a period of illness. He arrived in Canada about 11 years ago from Scotland and helped erect Isabella’s first buildings. The funeral was at Isabella church, conducted by Rev H S Bowman, with many friends in attendance. Many locals sent their condolences despite no immediate relatives in the province.
The obituary notes a man who left the building trade for farming and remained active in his vocation until death. District residents extend sincere sympathies to his relatives mourning their loss and honoring his diverse work life.
The United Church of Canada announces Rev Earl S Dixon as new pastor at Miniota. Services begin 10 am with Sunday School at 12400 am and public worship at 11 am. Sermon titled Simon Lovest Thou Me Feed My Sheep discusses Present Day Dilemmas in Religion, urging practical service through personal renewal rather than an Either Or approach.
Special Easter observances marked the Miniota United Church season with a Good Friday service and a sacred play titled Into Galilee by the Young Peoples Society. Participants included M Kuwan A Cornish R Luce W Strachan L Reynolds i Texit O Chalmers and Rev ES Dixon. Two members joined the Congregation and three letters of membership were presented from other congregations. Easter Day saw solemn Sunday School and Church services with many Wisthirs Bene in the pecial feature.
Isabella notes Miss Jean Rorke spends holiday at Minneola. Mr. and Mrs. R Scarth and family weekend at Binsearth. Miss M Kennedy visits Saskatoon. WMS meets Thursday at Mrs Finkbeiner's home. Mr and Mrs A Brad and family of Melita visit district friends. Visitors to Winnipeg include Miss Corke, Mrs Stevenson, Mrs Robertson and sons, Mrs Bail and son.
The visitors at their homes during the Easter holidays include Mr. and Mrs C Kelly and daughter of Pipestone, W Iverach and Kennedy's friend, Miss E Iverach of Russell, F Miller of Selkirk, E Kelly, F Bardwell, E Bridge and Mr McKenzie of Brandon, Misses R Wright, H Doran and R Finkbeiner of Hamiota, Florence Brown of Glenlochar and Francis Brown of Beulah.
Obituary notice records the death of John Pollock, a respected citizen, who died Friday at St Boniface Hospital. Full tribute and life details are incomplete in the fragment.
A large congregation attended evening worship with an Easter program titled Easter Praise. Most members joined the Springtime Campaign and assisted in services at Arrow River and the women’s Missionary Society. The Easter offering totaled 25 dollars.
The Herald Office advertises reasonable pricing for tasks in good working order. Potential customers are invited to inquire about rates and services offered.
For sale single comb White Leghorn eggs from Applely strain BoC at 5.00 per hundred or 75 cents a setting of 15. Inspection invited. Contact Mia J. Denmes by phone 12 Beulah.
For sale Barred Rock hatching eggs priced at 30c per dozen. Two Shorthorn cattle balls available or willing to trade for young cattle or young pigs. Contact Ringland at phone 1321 in Miniota.
On Good Friday district Anglican churches held solemn services with the Litany of the Seven Last Words and the Cross story by Holy Trinity choir. Easter Sunday saw large Holy Communion crowds, inspiring proceedings, and special music with Beulah and Miniota choirs performing. Towers used for altar decorations were later moved to the hospital.
The venue hosts a weekly Saturday night event featuring The Whoopee Boys in Arrow River Hall. Gents pay 35 cents at the door while ladies enter free.
The Miniota Consumers Co operative pledges to supply gasoline and oil with good service for all customers including members. Orders can be placed with Ellerington the Secretary at phone 17 i2 Miniota.
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