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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 13, 1935
Page
8
Audrey Leland and Kathleen Spencer visit Calder Sask while Mrs B McNevin, Mr and Mrs J A McDonald, and Mrs P C Watts host weekend gatherings. Hazen Chalmers shines at Birtle water sports. Miniota Hospital sees improvement for 8 Taylor. A United W Ms tea and home cooking sale raises 1800 dollars.
Mrs Hugh Bassey and her children spent three weeks with Mrs Wi Evans and returned home on Friday. Mrs Evans accompanied them to spend a few days.
An advertisement invites readers to a Monday night meeting in Minnesota hosted by the C C. Attendees may hear the speaker Mr Sigvaldson and ask questions.
A cyclone struck Saturday across districts including Rapid City Rivers Varcoe and Forrest. Five minutes of violent winds flattened barns crops and buildings. At Forrest a man was killed as hail swept through the area causing extensive damage.
The Ladies' Bridge Clubs entertained Friday at Mrs. W L Hodnett's home in honor of Mrs. F Gooden who soon leaves to reside in Brandon. She received two Crown Derby cups and saucers in Mikado pattern as a gift from her friends, presented by Mrs. Hodnett.
While ploughing near Arrow River, Mr Johnson found a cache of Indian pemmican. At Winnipeg, the marriage of R. E. Spencer to Miss Denning and of Dr K. Chalmers to Nurse Nellie Taylor was celebrated.
A fragment notes sk visiting with Sir and Mrs J P Evans, indicating a social or formal visit involving titled individuals and a pair of named hosts. The sparse text confirms only companionship context without additional details.
Lila Preston, who spent a month holidaying at the Palmer home in Winnipeg, returned home on Friday signaling the end of the visit.
Mrs Wm Vaynter Mrs Miller and Mr and Mrs Gall of Tantallon spent the weekend at the homes of H E Forster and F Paynter, sharing time with local residents.
The ladies of the W M S met Thursday at the home of Mrs. J A Frazer to complete a quilt to be included in the base being prepared by the society.
Mr and Mrs Brace spent the weekend with Const and Mrs A G Reid at Pelly Sask. They report the crop fairly good in places but note widespread rust observed during their visit.
A severe thunder storm swept the district on Saturday evening with hailstones described as large as wall segments. Winds were light and reported damage was limited though standing grain will suffer some impact.
The July 31 gathering at Mrs Bert Fraser’s home was attended by nine members. Mrs Haney led the devotional, Mrs Brown led a Study Book chapter review, and refreshments were served by the hostess after the session.
Williamson of Brandon f is visiting his sister, Mrs. F Reid. Miss May Taylor of Winnipeg is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Wes Stewart.
Miss Marjorie Bardwell resumed teaching duties after a Monday return to the classroom. She plans to continue her lessons and engage with students in the new term.
The Decker Horticultural Society will hold their fair on Friday next, August 3. The event invites local gardeners and spectators to view displays and purchase plants and produce.
Stevenson and Mrs Stevenson attended the funeral in Brandon on Tuesday.
Crandall and family holiday at Fe Wailiaea. Mr and Mrs Ed Mark return from Melfort. Winnipeg visitors Mr and Mrs R B Emmett visit with Mr and Mrs Clarailton. Douglas and Ro Bridge and family host Harding relatives. Tennis players Lloyd Borland and Mrejd W Beer in Clear tournament. Municipal Sunday School Rally postponed due to weather. WMS met in church parlor with Mrs Lewis presiding. program ended with lunch.
The Manse shows an improved appearance after a new coat of paint applied to the outside. Local boys volunteered to do the work, completing the project in their spare time.
Helen Lawn passed Grade 12 with one supplement. Jve Kennedy and Clarence Clark passed Grade 11. Grade 10 students Harry Beveridge May Orpin and Sid Rienes passed clear.
The sympathy of the community is extended to Mr and Mrs J Fraser in the death of their eldest son at their Brandon home on Sunday. Mrs Fraser was formerly Miss Merle Stevenson.
W T will be held on Wednesday this week with members meeting at 230 at Mrs G L Woods home. Cars depart for a goodwill tour visiting eight district gardens and end at Mrs Whitley’s home where lunch will be served. Non members and visitors are invited.
Community notices announce a picture show titled Gay Love at Miniota on the 19th with a meeting at Miniota on the 23rd and Decker Horticultural Show details read by local readers.
Kev and Mrs McNair return from vacation this week and church services will resume as usual. Cranda attends 11 a.m. service followed by Sunday school. Palmerston holds Sunday school at 2 p.m. with the service at 3 p.m.
Mariaris and Anna Fleming, guest of Thelma Mitchell last week in Fr. William, have returned to Jinnedosa.
Mrs Marvin and her daughter Havelof Carberry spent the weekend as visitors at the home of E Sinclair.
An itemized note recounts a midweek service on Mrs Sinclair’s lawn with hymns and a Bach and Paderewski talk by Mr Coupe from Crandall. The Thursday hall meeting featured piano pieces by a member and two duets by her daughters Marjorie and Geraldine, followed by a luncheon.
Mounted police riders, percheron stallsions, and racing mounts appear at Montebello Quebec for the Seigniory Club Horse Show August 15 to 18. Royal Canadian Mounted Police musical ride planned. Notable visitors include Japan's Ambassador to Britain and Australian Premier Lyons. Banff Springs and Great Lakes sailings boost tourism. autumn contests at Banff feature golf trophies.
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