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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 04, 1929
Page
8
Grain market turmoil follows near zero temperatures as Canada’s Wheat Pools restrict sales to support rising prices. Analysts warn of potential shortages by year end while banks, railways, and lake transport face reduced earnings. The pools defend policy as propping Western Canadian farmers and broader economic trend.
Miss F Creighton of Winnipex visits Rev and Mrs G LaArmstrong. Miss M Maitland of Brandon visits Mr and Mrs J J Green for a few days. Norman Spalding left on Son y for Winnipeg where he will enter a business house.
United Stores offers fresh Christmas groceries at right prices with a full range of essential items for holiday meals.
Frank Gardham left on Monday for St Joho where he will sail on the Duchess of Athol this week for Bowland. Plans for School Christmas entertainments are under way with dates requested as soon as possible.
Mrs Leam, who underwent an operation at Brandon hospital last week, is recovering very well and progressing nicely.
United Stores Limited in Miniota offers silk hose for Christmas gifts at $2.00, $1.50, and $1.00 per pair. The ad emphasizes value on stockings suited for holiday shoppers.
A Girl Guide was asked last week about historical interest in Miniots. The reply: The curtain i. the Misiotsa Hall, which the source notes as correct.
A group of rural council members travel to Winnipeg this week for the annual Union of Municipalities convention. The event gathers local leaders from across the region to discuss governance and shared priorities.
Work has begun to field the otter mir rink at the coursebook grounds and the first games on the schedule will start very shortly.
On display this week only Ladies and Misses see a splendor assortment in new fall materials and shades. Prices are very moderate. See them today at United States Limited Risista.
Joseph Andréw longtime secretary treasurer of Harmiota municipality since 1584 retires due to ill health his son Kiam T acts as secretary Estelle Taylor wife of William Taylor of Minicta municipality was married to him in October 1891 remembered by old timers as a local figure.
A pleasant Wednesday night gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs S Bryant featured games dancing and a light lunch. The next Society meeting is set for Wednesday December 11 at the church basement with a card party.
The Isabella Young People’s Amatic Society hosted Mivicta Visit on Tuesday night with a fair audience. Attendees praised the staging of Head strong Joan by the company under Mrs H M Berisbin. After the performance, the artistes were entertained to lunch by Mrs W L Hoednett.
Critics assail Canadian pools for refusing to gel this year's plan, citing adverse reactions and unresolved concerns. Officials defend stance amid mounting public debate and calls for policy clarity.
The Municipal and Public Utility Board replies that extensions depend on National Utilities Corporation requisitions. Until met, no new service. Bevito Durban and others will be served first. Crandall and Miniota await future electrical service, possibly far off.
The Mintots Agricultural Society met Tuesday afternoon with one director absent. A strong turnout included several ladies. The secretary treasurer reported flourishing finances and a successful last year fair with increased exhibits and substantial prize expenses. Directors praised department reports and approved a spring fat stock show. A missing will will be addressed by an informed person at a later date. Delegates to the district council met in Har-.
The society kept its officers for the coming year indicating satisfaction with leadership. A fair is planned for next year with several ideas proposed to boost local interest.
Fourth Group of the Women's Missionary Society hosted Miss Jean Campbell of Prondon who delivered a varied program of reading and humor. A lively mock tax debate followed with bachelors opposing a tax and jurists spared them, led by judges J Spalding J W Clarke and E S Dixon. Music by Ruth Mitchell Islay Sinclair and Gladys Mirton complemented the event presided by John Mitchell.
A Kansas town raised 300 for a new church by appealing to local merchants. John Smith, a merchant, added his name with a note about a mail order house and a payment. The minister cited the donor list and the town saw a decline in mail orders after the dedication.
Isabella reports poultry shipping day will be held on Friday of this week at Decker. The notice specifies the timing and location for shipments.
Following the play, attendees expressed appreciation for the efforts and a dance was held to conclude the event.
The members express sincere appreciation for the hospitality shown by the Miniota people during their recent visit, acknowledging generous welcome and support extended to the group.
The Isabella Agricultural Society will hold its annual meeting in the church on Wednesday December 11 with business discussions and a specialty programme presented by T Eaton Co of Rapid City anticipated to be enjoyed by attendees.
The Decker Seed Fair last Friday drew exceptional and increasing exhibits. Vegetable quality surpassed prior fairs, with double the number of displays and higher attendance, signaling growing usefulness and encouragement for the local society’s leadership.
A pageant will be held in the Orange Hall Crandall on Friday December 6. Admission costs 50 cents with children under 14 charged 25 cents.
Friday night the High School staged a very successful concert and dance with a splendid programme enjoyed by the crowd. Music for dancing was provided by the Gloom Chasers. Receipts totaled 40.
The annual meeting was held Thursday with reports on the year’s activities. Elected officers include President Mrs R Vance, Vice President Mrs H Deupe, Secretary Mrs Konus, Treasurer Mrs S Shier, Red Cross Secretary Mrs S Robinson, Social Service Secretary Mrs C Borland, Programme Secretary Mrs A Dickey.
At the last meeting of the Ladies Aid of the United Church the reports for the year were presented and indicated that everything was going on very nicely with the secretary noting the organization had $186 to the good. Officers for the ensuing year include President Mrs Vowling, Vice President Mrs I Johnson, Secretary Mrs R L Dickey, Treasurer Mrs A Dickey.
G E Reynolda J Robbie and J Strachan report on Wheat Pool business. C G Graham as secretary and Director S Gellie field man K J Watson and District Supt Mr Morton attended. The three gentlemen delivered excellent reports on ongoing pool activities.
The Miniota School will hold a Christmas Entertainment on Fries day December 13 in the Hall. The event is scheduled earlier due to municipal examinations starting December 16.
Mr and Mrs Ben Woods express gratitude to friends for kindness during illness of Mr D Sunderland and for sympathy and moral tributes sent at his death.</final>
The Municipal School District of Miniota No 149 invites tenders for daily van service on multiple routes to Clarls, Arrgry River, Palmerston, Wynona, Glenlocaar, and other locations for 1930. Tenders due by 16 December 1929. awards at board discretion. water, fuel, and caretaker arrangements noted.
The school will present its Christmas entertainment in the church on Friday, December 20th.
Mrs Bews of Milton Ontario who had been visiting her sister Mrs J Hesse for the past month left on Saturday last for Chicago.
The Women's Auxiliary of Holy Trinity Church Mimota will host its annual Bazaar and Supper at Mimota Hall on Saturday December 7 beginning at 3 p.m. Proceeds support church programs and community needs.
The regular meeting of the Miniota W I has been postponed from Wednesday to Thursday the 12th at Municipal Hall.
The notice invites audiences to a Beulah concert on Friday December 6th promising laughter and personal growth. Local organizers promote a lively performance with community appeal and a festive atmosphere.
The Young People staged their play at Gnaton on Thursday night to a medium audience.
R Brown, who has been stationed at Mile 373 near The Pas, is now relieving at the depot here.
The C.G-1.T of Crandall will present the play The Pil Box, bringing a local dramatic program to the Crandall stage with a weekend performance.
An upcoming December 6 concert in Beulah is described as a night of wholesome fun and enjoyment, inviting attendees to a family friendly event with music and entertainment.
During the winter and until further notice the Hewlah Anglican Church will hold services each Sunday at the home of Miss Heyhoe. Everybody welcomed.
Beulah church proposes a bazaar and concert on Friday December 6 in Forster's Hall. Afternoon sale of new and fancy articles tea ice cream bran tub for children and more. Concert begins at 8 30 with choruses duets instrumental pieces folk dances and monologues ending with a one act play. Admission 2 and 5 cents.
Bealth Cooperative Elevator Association met in Foerster’s Hall Monday night with good attendance. Reports praised the year’s business and the financial statement. Officers elected for the coming year include President W K Doyle Vice President R T Thornton and Director R S Fraser.
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