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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 01, 1945
Page
8
Francis Leland carried an accordion and a pen and pencil set into battle. After being wounded and moved to a dressing station he lost both items. They were later recovered and sent back to him by friends, with Russel Lelond delivering the writing set. He is pleased to have his belongings returned.
Crandall D. Watson, Mrs. M. McConnell and others attend visits and conventions in Winnipeg. Red Cross bonspiel at Decker features Padfield, Shier, Robus and Bill. Local clubs discuss V Bundles, ceiling prices, quilts, salvage, and New Canadians Mennonites at a church meeting. Bonfire and Young People event yield laughter and prizes for McDonald, McKenzie, Irvine, Webber, Douglas, Walker, Strachan.
Consolation-I lists Johnston ship personnel including J Lawn Phylis Douglas L Nankivell with 9 W Bill and G Shier R Doupe and Kae Hyndman. The fragment records crew names and positions in a wartime or service roster.
There is always someone waiting with a brave heart for the hour of your returning. She endures tears and fond care, bids you adieu, and prays to God to bring you through. After long, weary hours and bitter pain she waits still, her arms ready to hold you and her heart to overflow with joy. This is a mother's blessing on her boy Pte. George Gunson, 1ith Field Ambulance, Canadian Army Overseas.
Isabella E. Lawrie and Lloyd Shurvell are visiting Winnipeg residents. Mrs. H. Shurvell returns from the Pacific coast. Local officials and families, including the Bardwells and Finkbeiners, were visitors last week. Ross Robertson underwent an appendicitis operation. his condition is satisfactory. Ted Finkbeiner returns from overseas and plans to return home soon. Isabella Credit Union completes organization with Warren as Treasurer and offices listed.
The newly elected Rink committee held its first meeting at the W. Tennant home with N. Leland presiding. It was decided that the group would proceed with initial planning and next steps were discussed.
The reports call for employing a caretaker and organizing a fundraising dance to support the cause. Donations are welcomed to bolster the effort and sustain operations.
A novelty dance hosted by The Modernatres at Arrow River Rink on Friday with proceeds to feed the rink. Winners in the War Saving Committee dance draw included J Carnegie and Bonner, Mrs White, Mr and Mrs Brown, and others. Draw conducted by Annie Grant.
A concert and dance will be held at Arrow River Hall on Friday February 2 under Arrow River YPU auspices. Concert begins at 8 30 p m with music for dancing by The Modern Times. Admission Concert Barce 200 Lunch 59 cents.
The event drew a large crowd as OS8 and Mrs C T Currie were feted at a Wednesday night shower. The Modernaires provided music while a boat laden with gifts was drawn in by Murray Carnegie dressed as a sailor and Hazel Marie Lelond as a bride. The Navy's Here was sung by the Bosun's quartet and the address given with gifts presented.
About 40 friends gathered at Mr and Mrs HD Armitage’s home on Thursday night to honor the couple. A sailor Larry Walker and bride Betty Evieington presented an eight piece dinner set and other gifts after an address by Mrs A Armitage. The couple and guests expressed thanks as a pleasant social with dancing and lunch followed. Arrow River defeated Decker 8 to 7 in hockey on Saturday.
Miss Evelyn Lockhart returned to Virden on Thursday where she has obtained a position.
Misses 1, Torrance, Brandon and Violet Gronbsek visited Frickson at the former home over the weekend.
Miss P Tennant attended a Provincial Physical Fitness Council gathering held in Winnipeg during the weekend. The event linked regional leaders and community groups focusing on health education and youth fitness initiatives.
Mrs J Shoemaker and Clare visit the P Ies home while Jock Shoemaker receives medical treatment in Winnipeg.
Upon returning from Winnipeg Mr and Mrs Lou Beers met FO Nick Waslencsuck formerly of Arrow River who has
The Festival committee met at Mrs. Wes Leland’s home to plan the Arrow River event on April 27. Attendees include Miniota Crandall and Blaris. Jack Morrow, wounded twice on the Western Front, arrived in Winnipeg with 47 other Manitobans last week and is warmly welcomed home.
A son was born Thursday January 25 at Miniota to Mr and Mrs Martin Powell of Miniota. The infant named Kenneth Lloyd adds joy to the family.
Beulah Tpr. Don from Camp Borden returns home on leave. C Smith visits Brandon hospital with his wife last week. Mrs Smith recovering and may be able to return home soon. Plans set to place a memorial tablet in St Wilfrid’s church honoring Walter Titley, late church warden.
Jack Tomiski sustained a double arm fracture in an injury described as misfortune. No further details on when or where the accident occurred are provided in the readable text.
A wood sawing operation on Wednesday last led to an incident where the saw belt came off and the worker tried to stop it. He was taken to Birtle hospital for treatment.
A successful Whist drive and dance under WA auspices Friday night pleased attendees with a local orchestra and lunch. Harold Evans 62 of the Veterans Board of Canada died at Port Arthur Ontario on Sunday. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Evans formerly of Beulah and later Springside Sask. No further details available.
Lois Elizabeth Lints, fourth daughter of A Lints Decker, wed Alva Howard Brad Camp Shilo in a quiet January ceremony at the bride’s home. Rev H J Bowman officiated with Lohengrin played, sister Della attended, Chrissie sang Always, and a breakfast followed for relatives and friends. The couple plans a honeymoon trip to Winnipeg.
The Prime Minister announced Parliament will meet on January 3 and a Federal Election must occur before April 17. Unclear whether election will finish before that date. In Marquette, Ewbank will campaign for the F party and Alf Webb for the Progressive Conservative. Libertas ready for a huddle awaiting a candidate. Citizens focus on who will reach Berlin.
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