20 Jan 1942
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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 20, 1942
Page
1
The piece urges citizens to support wartime production of munitions and critical materials. It emphasizes the dire need since the war began, notes factories are producing guns planes tanks ships and shells, and asks individuals to contribute locally even if not fighting, asserting the war is everyone's responsibility.
Town snippets report visitors veterans and families at Melville Winnipeg and Miniota with social notes. Names include Mrs P Bieber Sgt Joe Bonner and Miss M Jasper plus Norma Stowe en route to South Africa. A four generation gathering at Jed Lelond home highlights community life and post Christmas chatter.
Weekend travelers to Winnipeg list Mr and Mrs W H Hurlin Mrs P S MacPherson Mrs F L Spencer W Hurlin E Salway J Spalding W Morgan C Watts J Brown 3 Steuart Wes Leland and A O McConkey in the group of passengers.
Weather boosted road travel as R.C.M. P. officers visited town on Friday last for plate compliance checks. They plan more visits in short intervals. January 15 set as the deadline for using 1941 plates.
The Holy Trinity A.Y.P.A. held a Friday gathering at Mr. and Mrs. C. E Lington's home led by the Fellowship group. Activities included a Tally Ho sleigh ride and games with a lunch. The next meeting is set for Monday February 2 in the church crypt.
The Miniota Red Cross branch and the Soldiers Welfare Committee display a wool comforter donated by Mrs A Gurr to raise funds. Tickets cost 25 cents and are sold at Miniota Hardware and nearby stores. The drawing will be held later. buy now. The piece is described as a real dandy and a lure to supporters.
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