Local News Briefs From Hamiota And Winnipeg
Mrs. A V Rowan visits relatives in Hamiota. W Hodnett attends a convention in Winnipeg this week.
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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1932
Page
8
Mrs. A V Rowan visits relatives in Hamiota. W Hodnett attends a convention in Winnipeg this week.
A torrential rain on Wednesday night paused threshing activities in the district but improved growing conditions later. The Holy Trinity church group met at Mrs W Bigeh's home on Saturday afternoon reviewing regular business and planning future activities, concluding with a dainty tea.
A New Mexico weekly carries a stark advertisement from a local doctor declaring fatigue with billing. He voices anger at patients unable to pay and urges, for God's sake and humanity's sake, to stop bringing baby cases if money is not available.
Through July 1932 the province issued 52 000 passenger licenses, 2 900 of them to Winnipeg motorists, reflecting a drop from 1931 with 12 600 fewer cars in operation.
Andy Swan a well known district resident and one of the best citizens died Wednesday after a separator事故 crash while coupling to an engine. He was taken to Elkhorn for medical aid but died on arrival. Funeral held Friday with a large turnout. burial at Elkhorn Cemetery.
Ethel Tremaine one year old daughter of Mr. Tremaine Lavinia was killed instantly when a collision occurred Thursday morning at the Decker Lavinia intersection near Lavinia station. Mr O Tremaine and Robert van Norman Jr of Decker drove the other car. Van Norman's family escaped with minor injuries. Tremaine's car overturned and wrecked. Tremaine himself had minor injuries and shock. Coroner P Head adjourned the inquest for a few days.
Canadian railways are relieved by the Board of Railway Commissioners from erecting and maintaining cattle guards at highway crossings within cities and towns. The change marks a shift from old practice as rail lines intersect streets.
The rural council met in Minnesota on a Wednesday and handled multiple items including health correspondence, diphtheria immunization, seed loans, and tax measures. They approved rent for land west of the railway at 25 dollars yearly 1931 to 1937 with break option in 1933, authorized seizures for seed grain note payments, and remitted penalties for late taxes to align with tax consolidation. Land two years in arrears will be sold November 26 at 2 PM with the Reeve to bid. Councillor Warren opposed. J Lawson and EK Lewis granted Crardall livery barn rentals at four dollars per month each.
Mrs Merle Hathaway of California is visiting her mother Mrs A Lewis in Crandall.
Mrs. H Truscott of Windsor Ontario is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs J Crawford during a family visit.
Miss Mary Warren, a nurse in training at Dauphin hospital, visited with her mother Mrs J Angas.
A Sunday morning address drew appreciation from attendees as the speaker delivered remarks in a respectful, well received manner. The event reflected a calm community moment with emphasis on shared values and local concerns.
Mr and Mrs JW Heer and their son Junior have finished a holiday stay with friends and relatives in the district and left today for Winnipeg.
Mr and Mrs J Hamilton and family of Portage spent a few days with his brother T and Mrs Hamilton.
School resumes with Principal G. L. Dible in charge and Miss Schmidt as assistant principal. Misses MacArthur and Greenlay hold key roles in the newly arranged staff.
Edna Shier Elva Douglas Vera Johnson and Edna Hamilton have departed for their respective schools this week, marking a routine student transfer.
Groceteria item Orange Pekee Tea gains popularity on its merits. Price per pound is 35 cents. Special offer: 3 pounds for $1.00. Advertised by United Stores Limited in Miniota.
Rev E Salter of the Bible Society conducted the service, delivering a sermon and guiding the congregation through prayers. The gathering emphasized outreach and communal support.
Miss Doreen Fleming is visiting with Miss E. McNab at Arrow River noting social call details and local companionship in a brief community item.
Advert reads one milk cow currently milking and about 50 pure bred Leghorn hens for sale. Contact Peter MacPherson at phone 75 in Miniota.
Mrs Isabella records a Sunday visit by Mr and Mrs W Iverach to Skhellmouth, noting their stay and local reception. The account highlights social contact and the return of visitors to the town during the weekend.
Mrs. J. Merrick of McGregor is visiting here for a few days, staying at a local residence. She is traveling from her hometown to enjoy a brief visit and see friends in the area.
Carl Johnson of Eber is assisting at the United Grain Growers elevator in the local area.
Miss Dorothy Coleman of Miniota visited with the Miss Townsen sisters last week, sharing a social outing and casual conversations during the visit.
Wanted notice from Oswald Blaish of Miniota for a 30 year old German woman seeking a housekeeper position with a school boy. She offers milk handling, good cooking, and skilled sewing and dressmaking. Apply by phone 22 3.
W. S. Shier of Langruth renews acquaintances in the district, strengthening local connections and community rapport through informal visits and reminiscences with longtime residents.
The article notes the return to work as classes resumed yesterday with all staff on duty and eager to restart duties. It emphasizes morale and readiness, reflecting a smooth reopening.
Victor G Few announces the opening of piano and theory classes for the season 1932 33 starting September 6 1932 at the home of E H Woods. Lessons will be offered on Mondays and Tuesdays with fees and appointments available on request.
Miss Margaret Kirton left last Friday for Nelaval Saskatchewan where she commenced teaching on Monday in her new assignment.
Misses Ruth and Grace Mitchell, who have been holidaying in the district, have left for Yorkton and Leader respectively, marking the end of their visit.
Miss Laura Williamson of Roseland visits Mr. and Mrs. H. Reid for a social afternoon, sharing conversations and hospitality with the Roseland household.
J. F. Tennant & Sons advertise two second hand threshers and a battery radio for sale plus machine and engine repairs service.
School opened on Tuesday with Principal G. Pickard guiding the faculty assisted by R. Vassey as assistant principal and teachers O. Thompson and G Hills handling classes.
Beulah Bits Verona Hull is visiting Foxwarren in a local notable outing. The event centers on a social visit with residents and community members in the town.
Mrs E Forster is visiting Winnipeg this week, staying at a local residence and planning engagements with community groups. Her itinerary includes meetings with civic organizations and social visits in the city.
Mrs J Frazer and her son spent the weekend in Winnipeg returning last night after a leisure trip and family visit.
Ted Forster left on Monday for Winnipeg where he has secured a position at the M. A. O.
Mr and Mrs Car Gow, who had been visiting with Mrs Gow, returned to Winnipeg today.
Heavy rainfall hit last Wednesday with hail and shifting winds delaying threshing. Under Miss Eiva Lynch the C G I T presented an operetta in Kenton hall Friday, sponsored by the Kenton Ladies Aid, receiving enthusiastic hospitality from local residents.
The Rally Day committee schedules a service on September 25 with plans for a strong program. Eligible attendees will be promoted to higher classes and the event will feature special music and stones. An invitation is extended to all to attend.
Last Friday several cars broke down in the district. A Blaris car hung up between Miniota and here and needed help. An Isabella car stopped at O Callaghans and was towed home. Ed Sinclairs truck stalled at P Morrisons on the way home from Kenton and was also towed. Several other cars nearly failed but were recovered.
The hall hosted the W I August meeting on a pleasant Wednesday. The program included solo The China Doll by Ruth Mitchell, duets and solos by Jean and Ciladys Kirton, a piano solo by Miss K Lynch with violin by Miss Lynch, and a paper on Current Events by Mrs E Dayton.
A party from Cincinnati Ohio praised the bass fishing on the Gatineau River north of Maniwaki after visiting as reported by A. O. Seymour General Tourist Agent Canadian Pacific Railway.
Reports from Laurentian and Gatineau districts show partridge flocks thriving as a peak year. Canadian Pacific and Canadian National introduce livestock rate changes within 156 miles of Toronto to boost rail movement of cattle sheep and hogs. The Duchess of Richmond arrives in Montreal with Miss England III and Kaye Don eyes a world record at Toronto. Over 200 Canadian Chamber of Commerce affiliates plan Halifax convention with pre and post tour starting September 3 and ending September 19.
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