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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 10, 1942
Page
8
Describes women in Canada uniting for wartime effort. Mothers console fighting sons as families adjust budgets to fund Victory Bonds. Emphasizes women’s role in supporting war needs and defeating Hitler.
The Miniota Herald led by editor Reg M Oliver provides his weekly confidence column from the office. The brief item reflects on local happenings and community concerns with a steady reporter’s voice.
Viola Douglas, a Grade VI pupil at Palmerston school, wins the 11 prize of 10 in the Tuberesis essay competition for Manila senior division. The south town 500 club honored Harvey Wallace, leaving soon for a Toronto radio technician course, with gifts and a slea tte lunch. The United Church annual meeting re elected retiring stewards and choir leader Mrs Jno Wiggins. new elder candidates discussed. Sunday school supervision led by Mr K Jasper.
A joint meeting of the Charge will be held soon to arrange calling a resident pastor. Votes of thanks were given to the chairman and to those who served the church, and the gathering ended with a lunch hosted by the wives of the Stewards.
Tuesday meeting presided by Rev Bill with Mrs J Hyndman as secretary reports show all obligations met and a credit balance. The overall report of organizations is encouraging and the Sunday school was discussed.
Grand Al xool Card gams in a fine Botany Wool. These sweaters will add real spice to your wardrobe this Spring. Priced at 2.95. A smart practical Skirt Materials are Aspace and Twills in a range of colors. Priced at 2.73 Waited Stores Ltd Miaieta.
The Pastor's report highlights increased attendances and six more members, with thanks to the congregation for loyalty. Church officers are re-elected for another term. A War Savings Certificate was forwarded to the United Church from Sunday school collections led by Miss Hadorssen. The C.G.L.T. and Miss Mytres led services as Boy Scouts conducted the offertory. the sermon centered on the Mount.
Beulah resident Mrs G Cruden notes a turkey hen began to lay eggs on January 20 in an unusual start to the season.
The Ladies of the United church held a sale at Forsters store last Friday that netted about $12. The Red Cross effort sent 20 shirts 20 bed pads 9 pairs of seamens stockings 32 helmets 1 pair mitts 1 pair socks 8 tuck-ins 2 pairs gloves plus $14 cash for the Aid to Russia fund. Mr and Mrs D G MacDonald marked their 32nd wedding anniversary with a cable from sons Frank and Glenn overseas with the Canadian forces.
Rink of curlers from Birtle skipped by R McAskill played here Wednesday against a rink skipped by J McDon. Team members were J Muirhead J Gilbert and FE Shields in the Birtle unit, with J McDon leading the opposing squad.
The game ended in a 12-12 tie after officials halted play due to late hour. Players J Davie and L Wakeford appeared for the teams, with no further play taken.
Isabella Sutherland spends a few days in Neerawa while Mrs J A Robertson visits her sister in Saskatoon. Miss Riches visits her brother Sid in Winnipeg. AC2 J Brisbin on furlough from Edmonton, Fred Hickman on furlough from Prince Rupert, Mrs Hickman accompanies him. Wak mails overseas parcels with socks tucked in each box.
The Y.P.U. held an open meeting at the church on Wednesday with Rev. R. K. Elliott of Hamiota as guest speaker. C Arris presided, K Warren introduced Elliott who delivered an inspirational Missions message. Offertory went to Vita hospital. Social time, games, and lunch followed.
The W.1 met at the Manse on Wednesday with 22 present. Mrs. R. Scarth presided and Mrs. Kennedy read the motto. Roll call answered with A- Do and A’ Don’t. Members sent a Valentine to Winnipeg Children’s hospital and read letters of thanks from boys overseas and in Canada who received Xmas boxes. Lady Tweedsmuir article read by Mrs. Warren. Sugarless reviews requested. canned goods contest held and musical items concluded.
Auctioneers advertise 100 numbered tickets printed in duplicate and perforated in books of ten for 35e. The Minot Herald provides contact by telephone for orders and inquiries.
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