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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 11, 1943
Page
8
Local items note a Russian Relief clothing drive, coal shared among 150 residents, and visits between Brandon and Miniota figures. Community events include a Red Cross fundraiser at Miniota hall and a whist drive with a lunch. Messages urge volunteers, ration guidance for children, and rails about wartime production and sacrifice.
Mrs G and McKinnon visiting at Carberry Local Advisory Committee with G Littlejohn Dafoe and spending time with his parents Mr and Mrs E Dayton Rivers visiting at his home. Mrs J Leland has returned from Brant hospital where she was a patient in Brandon.
Mies P Tennant and the Arrow River Wart Savires Committee extend sincere thanks for the year’s support. Ten dances raised funds and a Victory Bond of 5900 dollars plus draws of 214.009 dollars contributed to the effort. Prizes and extra stamps added to the total 241.00. The committee will continue for another year and appreciates cooperation and loyal support.
The Junior Seed Club met at J. F. Tennant’s home for the annual meeting and planning. Bob Bonner was elected President and Steveland Secretary-Treasurer. The group chose Ajax Oats for the year if seed is available. the annual report notes a successful year and healthy finances.
The WMs met at Mrs. Wallace home on Thursday for Wholesome Recreation for the Community. A community survey by the secretary was approved. Mrs. Wallace presented a study book review and Mrs. Carnegie shared a merger from The Missionary Monthly. Mrs. Nankivel sang a responsive solo. Two solos were performed.
Mrs FE W Helgeson visits Winnipeg while LAC W O Steuart returns home on furlough from Dale Air Force station. Last Friday 323 pounds of clothing were shipped to the Basion Aid and donors contributed 89 dollars in cash.
Miss M Paynter, who recently underwent an appendicitis operation in St Boniface hospital, is getting along nicely.
Sgt. Ronnie Bishora completed overseas service with the Air Force unit and allied services, returning home after duty with the latest contingent. The report notes his assignment and release from active duty, honoring his service with colleagues and family awaiting his arrival.
The annual meeting of St Wilfrid's parishioners was held after Sunday service with Canon W. J. Finch presiding. Officers were telecommuted and good departmental reports were presented. Votes of thanks were given to the Rector and all who contributed to church interests.
R D L Warren of Dauphin visited here Monday evening. H Harrison transported a stock car to Winnipeg Tuesday. L Miler and K Irvine, previously with Prince Ba ert, have returned home. Ken Warren returned from Winnipeg and will report for duty in the Air on a yet to be specified date.
For price, terms, at Apaty to PO Drawer 40. Isatel lan Manitoba The first shipment of clothing for And to Russia shipped last Friday weighed 20 pounds. Cash donations amount to $30. Mr and Mrs W L Miller visiting Gladstone with daughter and son Harry on leave from BC Air Force station Seal Cove did not come home. J F M Johnston recovering from operation may leave hospital this week. Thanks for the box from Blains Ladies Aid. Shamrock ladies sewing quilts. ten made, eight donated to Beulah with $5 Russian relief.
The newly elected Church Board of Stewards met on Thursday at the home of Suthertad Plane planning the year’s activities Alec named Chairman of the Board and Mrs W Sutherland Secretary Treasurer. An effort was made to hold the local Fair this year with several officers and visitors listed among attendees from Brandon and area.
Expression of gratitude from Hattie Turner for good cheer letters and flowers during illness and wishes everyone a Happy New Year.
Mrs E Mark and family express heartfelt thanks for kindness and sympathy messages and the many floral tributes received after the death of their husband and father Ed Mark.
Citizens are urged to buy War Savings Stamps and certificates regularly, supporting wartime financing through the Dunkirk, Roneecke, and Singapore campaigns. The notice emphasizes consistent participation to strengthen national defense efforts.
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