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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 08, 1939
Page
8
The text reflects a long period of waiting and delaying actions as daylight fades, with a realization that for years conditions remained normal. The tone emphasizes weariness and the inattentiveness to the steady routine that persisted despite lingering uncertainty.
Alice Sects of Mabel Lake married William Ernest Thooglas son of Mr and Mrs KR Douglas Crandall Man at the United Church manse in Vernon BoC. The ceremony was performed by Rev Dr H Thante with close friends present. Afterward guests joined a reception at Mabel Lake.
Miss G McKenzie of Minnedosa is holidaying at her home here. Win Mosep is constructing a bungalow at the west end city limits. Joe Strange of Winnipeg is locking up old friends in town and Gistrat.
A local column prints a reflective poem about a village stranger who recalls past sports and bands while urging cooperation. It notes recent heavy rains will slow harvest briefly and benefit pastures and gardens, then shares a longer editorial aside about publishing, readers letters, and civic spirit.
A speaker reflects after ten years of preparation and idle waiting for a return to normal conditions. The text hints at anticipation of market improvements and a lifting of the depression era gloom, signaling a resolve to act when circumstances improve.
On Friday July 2 in Red Lake Ontario Elna Irene Alyce Shier and George A Bremner were married by Rev J A Ross. Attendants were Mr and Mrs Aubrey Glendinning. After a dinner at McKenna's Cafe the couple planned to reside at McKenzie Island Ontario.
A ceremony at the Spalding home on August 2 united Dorothy Dacre Spalding to Aubrey Iloyd. Rev. M Li Daynard officiated as Miss K Lynch played Lohengrin and Miss Edna Kelly sang. The bride wore a rose silk net gown with matching bolero and veil, and carried Tilisman roses.
The wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham included a reception and luncheon after which the couple planned a motor trip to Minot and Miniota. The bride wore a red blue wool crepe suit with pink accessories and tea rose corsage. Guests from Winnipeg, Russell, Gladstone, Souris, Birtle and Rossburn attended, offering best wishes for happiness.
Ruth O’Hara and Edward Siwek were wed at Crandall United Church on a Saturday morning. The ceremony featured the Bridal Chorus, with families from Crandall and Winnipeg in attendance. After a reception, the couple planned to reside in Winnipeg and extend best wishes for a long, prosperous marriage.
Mrs L Mitchell of Grand Forks North Dakota visited for a few days with her sister Mr D Wright. Mr and Mr M Gilles of Transcona were visitors at the J I Finkbeiner Lome last week. Rev Captain J M Murchison of For Warren will conduct the service of worship there on Sunday next at 1 45. Many chiefs of the district recall Mr Murchison as a minister of earlier days and will be pleased to meet him again.
Miss Margaret Freser of Winnipeg and Miss Patsy O Hara of Ottawa hospital staff holiday at home while Mr and Mrs Scott of Brandon visit the Quinn home. Winnipeg residents Mr and Mrs Taoner spent Sunday with J Hyadman. Recent exam results show Elsie Henderson and Velina Smith passing. St Edina Jarret honors to Wayne Colbeck Marv MacKay Joy Cowling. Lilian Rwid passed. Helen Hankin Stan Murdock and Viela Cowling assisted. Evelyn Kink noted as present.
Beulah J and Chisholm along with Ronnie enjoyed the weekend at Neepawa. W. Stubbs of Winnipeg is visiting at the Titley home. The WL will meet Wednesday afternoon at Mrs. R. S. H. Fraser’s home. Mrs. L. Woods returned from a week with her sister at Binscarth. Mr. and Mrs. H. Clark and son Kenneth of Winnipeg spent the past week with the J. Clark family. A good crowd enjoyed walks night dances by the Arrow River Orchestra on Friday. Mrs. D. Deane returned from Winnipeg with news the house band is progressing and feeling much better. Grade XI exam results: passes for Millicent Forster Fern Gow Garth Johnson. Subjects noted Jack Woods and Murray Forster. Scope Betty Osenegie, 2.
Large turnout for the funeral of James Andrew at the family residence Two Creeks on Tuesday afternoon. The service led by Hev J S Caldwell of Hargrave honored a man beloved by many with floral tributes and a service at Miniota cemetery.
Funeral services for Jean Colbeck were conducted Thursday afternoon with family and local mourners in attendance. Arrangements are under the care of Mrs Walter Colbeck.
Nie Eileen Anderson wife of Walter Colbeck of Winnipeg died in Winnipeg hospital after an extended illness from cancer at age 44 years six months. The service at Scotia church was conducted by Rev T D Barnett. Burial in Crandall with many local acquaintances present. Surviving husband three sons and two daughters.
In loving memory of Mrs. T. Haney who passed away August Uth 1988. Fondly remembered by Mrs. A. Millar and family of Uno.
Mrs. T. Haney died August 9, 1938 and Mr. T. Haney died August 21, 1925. They are remembered by their son and daughter Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Haney of Beulah.
A Winnipeg party including Mrs Wm Grant and Nurse Daniels visited Arrow River relatives over the weekend. Rain and hail damaged crops in parts, and Rev T D Barnett from Hamietaw will lead a service at 2 36 p.m. Sunday. WM S met with music themed discussions led by Mrs Kirton, Miss Tennant and others, with prayers and a luncheon closing.
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