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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 12, 1930
Page
8
Fragmentary notes indicate efforts to install electric lighting are hindered by undefined factors. The text references administrative actions and potential impacts on progress, with limited concrete dates or entities readable.
The event last Saturday amid stormy weather attracted many parents and friends. Proceeds from the telt fish pond totaled a large sum after expenses, allocated toward purchasing an Orthophonic Victrola.
The 1920 edition of 5000 Facts, compiled by Frank Veigh, a veterinary and Domini post expert, promises broad national and imperial reach with world wide circulation. Arranged alphabetically from Agriculture to Yukon, it highlights new features and weather details. Copies available from dealers or by mail to the Canadian Facts Pad Co. Toronto.
Ratepayers met Wednesday night to hear reports. A committee will seek rural council cost sharing for fire engines outside village limits. Decisions include three silent policemen at dangerous corners and piping the town park for watering. J W Horne elected to a three year council vacancy. Sidewalk work continued to finish last year.
The Young Peants of Holy Trinity Church held a pleasant evening at the Reactor on Wednesday night. The entertainment committee convenor presented new games that guests joined with spirit, providing much fun. The event concluded with a dainty launch.
United Stores Ltd in Miniota markets new shades with full in stock display.
A successful Whist Drive and Shower was held at the home of Mr and Mrs D Bell on Friday evening in honor of Mr and Mrs Phillip Tomiski whose marriage recently took place at Rossburn. Prizes went to Miss Stevenson and Craig, with consolation prizes to Miss A Campbell and Elmer Clark. The couple received many useful and ornamental gifts showing high community esteem.
Miss Elizabeth Lepischak wed Mr. Phillip Tomiski at Blaris with the ceremony at Rossbern on February 1. The couple plans residence nearby and future celebrations are announced.
May Stewart married William T Kirton of Beulah in a February ceremony at the Stewart home Beulah with Rev WV Flinds of Beulah United Church officiating Attendants were Georgina Stewart and John Stewart A luncheon followed and well wishes were offered to the couple in the community
Mr and Mrs Kirten will reside on their farm near Beulah marking a new chapter in their happiness and prosperity as they settle into country life.
Kew Spring Samples for Cambridge Made to Measure Clothes arrive at United Stores Ltd Misieta. Better than ever selection includes new suit or top coat promotion with details in store.
Beulah junior hockey teams Kabelia and Beulah enjoyed an eight goal effort on Saturday last. Local Beulah boys won out as Beulah Mra J Chisholm returned from Brandon.
Mrs KE Forster attends the annual Red Cross meeting in Winnipeg this week accompanied by Mrs F Wiltshire.
Mr and Mrs L Woods entertained the young people at their home on Thursday night with an enjoyable programme of games and contests ending with a dainty lunch.
A Stunts night at the rink Friday under the Hockey Club was a complete success with a splendid crowd and programme. The financial end netted about $40. A similar event will be staged soon by the Young People.
Six Miniota cribbage players traveled to Beulah to play nine games against an equal Beulah side at Mr and Mrs H B Bees home. Minjiota finished with 31 points to Beulahs 23. A return match is set for Wednesday night at Miniota. A dainty rush greeted the returning players.
Isabella reports Mrs N Ball is visiting her husband who remains hospitalized. No location or dates provided.
Two ladies rinks from Winnipeg will participate in the Decker ladies event this week, with teams preparing for competition and potential exposure of tactics.
The GIT group will host a Sr Valentine party Friday night at the home of Mr and Mrs F Amy. The event invites members to a social gathering with a festive theme and light refreshments at the Amy residence.
The Arrow River senior hockey boys traveled Monday night to face Isabella. Isabella edged them 5 to 4 in a hard fought game.
Friday event at the rink showcased two broomball games Isabella versus Decker and Blais with Isabella winning both. The balloon race sparked laughs as racers blew up balloons and sprinted on ice, then came other contests like tug of war. Music by T. Clack complemented skating, and a total of $27 was raised with lunch and ice cream served by the W.1 note.
Classified notice offers a used New Century washing machine with wringer for 12.50. Apply The Herald Office. Also for sale reward wheat grade 1, cleaned, Certificate 59-419, price 165 per bushel, good until March 1. John Foster, phone 144, Miniota.
The Tas Young People's Society of the Mimota United Church will present the play Bless His Little Heart in Mimota Hall on Friday February 28 with further details to follow.
The W A of Holy Trinity Church hosts a Basket and Silver Tea on Wednesday February 1 at the home of Mrs J J Henderson from 3 to 6 pm. Residents are invited to attend for fundraising and fellowship.
The Rink Committee hosts a Whist Drive and Dance on Friday February 21. Whist lunch and dance together cost 50. Invite friends to attend.
A daughter Lalheaa Muriel was born to Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Collier in Miniota on Tuesday February 11th, named for the family and announced in local births column.
Miss Winnie Bruce expresses sincere thanks for the cheery letters and kindnesses she received while in the hospital. The note conveys gratitude for support during her stay and recovery.
Applications are invited for the position of Weed Inspector with a salary of 3120 per month including expenses. Duties include poll tax collection and the collector will receive 20 percent of amounts collected. Apply by March 1 1930 to John Spalding Secretary Treasurer Rural Municipality of Miniota.
The Portage la Prairie Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Co presents its 46th annual report to policyholders at the recent meeting. The president, E. H. Muir, notes aggressive reserve funding and conservative asset valuation amid 1929 fire losses higher than 1928. The booklet urges farmers to obtain a copy to study fire causes and prevention while stressing cooperative coverage and lower premiums over 46 years of service in Manitoba.
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