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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 23, 1909
Page
4
The Miniota Herald outlines municipal election outcomes and ongoing civic issues. It discusses a proposed telephone system, rural connections, rural northern and eastern interchanges, and the need for debentures and building funds. It emphasizes prudent expenditure and civic responsibility.
Muddy roads and cold weather did not deter a large turnout as old councillors were returned by acclamation in most wards. In ward 2 and 3 Reeveship contests saw losses for Thompson while Gerrand gained in Crandell and ward 4. In ward 2 Ex-Councillor Vassina led Paynter and Spencer in a triple contest, with Phillips defeating Tes by a solid margin in ward 1.
The Herald will not publish between Christmas and New Year as readers share in family gatherings and the festive season. The note extends Christmas greetings and a prosperous New Year to all, acknowledging the shared joys and the desire for happiness after life’s struggles.
Miss Rosalind Long returns after visiting friends. Horges and cattle sold at AWG Marshall's sale with high prices. Jim Conover bought the piano. W Fisher trips to Winnipeg for NR extension work. Alec Craig leaves Monday for Ontario for several months. Wallace Kenner and T Taylon return from Oak Lake. Mr and Mrs Reddon move to Miniota to reside.
Preparations are well advanced for the Manitoba Winter Fair and Fat Stock Show in Brandon. The 1410 event aims to eclipse prior Western Canada winter shows with evening entertainment and a horse parade. Prizes of 5000 and 2500 will be offered for the best mannered hackney or standard bred stallion, judged in the evenings, with enhanced decorations in the Palace or auditorium.
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