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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 23, 1934
Page
8
Edward Wellman, a well known baseball umpire, died Saturday in Russell hospital from heart trouble. He was a familiar figure at local games and his sudden passing removes a long respected sports official from the community.
Peabody’s Combination Overalls with zipper front fasteners in Blue or Fhcki priced at $2.15 per suit. United States Ltd lists Miniota Peabody overalls. Senator Robert Forke remains in critical condition in a Winnipeg hospital with negative daily bulletins reporting heart trouble.
Sir John Aird the president of the Canadian Bank of Commerce told shareholders in his annual address that if legislative mergers are not made in the prairie and maritime provinces taxation will be oppressive for many years. He urged cutting government machinery and questioned the need for three separate organizations for the maritime and prairie provinces.
The Anglican Young People’s Association plans a toboggan party leaving CPR depot Wednesday night at 7 30 p m. Miss V Paulson hosted the Girls Bridge Club Thursday with a pleasant evening and a lunch that included a prize presentation to Miss Dorothy Spalding. On February 1 Miss Whimster will entertain at Mrs Forsyth’s home.
The United church U P S held a Wednesday night meeting as a skating party enjoyed by all. They moved to the church basement for a hearty bean supper before concluding with business and benediction.
Arrow River school hockey heads to Miniota tonight. Thursday night Arrow River Intermediates faced Crandall and Just Out in a splendid game. Hamiota hockey met Isabella Monday. defeated by Yto3. Return game slated for Wednesday night.
Crandall visited Isabella and posted a 6–S victory. On Saturday Isabella hosted Decker, which sent a strong team to Isabella. Both games drew young fans and enthusiastic crowds.
Everett Tennant, famed convenor of the Maintenance fund, and E Sinclair, Chairman of the Board of Managers, led a vote of confidence for the Pastor. J F Tennant urged support citing the many young people involved in church work.
William Miller returned on Saturday from Brandon where he had been receiving medical advice.
The 500 Club gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W Bell on Thursday evening for nine tables of 10 play. Following the card session, a cavity lunch was served.
The W M S met at Mrs W Bardwell's home on Saturday with several members present. After business, the ladies resumed their needles and completed a quilt for a member, then shared a luncheon to conclude their work.
A large crowd attended the whist drive end dance at the home of Mr and Mrs L Clarke on Friday night with prizes awarded to Mrs E L Sunley and Fred Robinson for first place and Mrs Clarke and Uhas Harrison for second. Music for dancing was supplied by Wm Watters and W Allenby.
The annual meeting of the Sunday school was held on Thursday. Yearly reports were presented and the following officers were elected: Superintendent and other posts.
Dect RL Stevenson sec treas GA Grey Teachers Bible class ILM Horkie YP class Mrs FP Palwer intermediate Laura Miller junior Mrs DJ Bell primary Miss M Luce beginners Mrs George Torrance organist Miss LL Miller choir teacher Miss M Hookio
A local advert lists Fancy Wrapped Mcintosh Apples from Special Ltd at 29 cents per unit. United Stotes and United States Limited Miniota are also mentioned as accompanying brands or distributors in the circular.
Birth notice from Isabella announces a son born Sunday at Miniota Hospital to Mr and Mrs W Hickman.
The Miniota Women's Institute schedules a mixed bridge drive on Friday January 26 at 7 pm in the Commercial Hotel. Admission 25 cents.
Miniata High School hosts its annual Valentine Tea and Sale of home cooking and candy on Saturday February 1 at 3 pm in the school. Musical numbers will be presented during the afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Deans express sincere thanks to their many friends in the municipality and to the Miniota Hospital staff for kindness shown during their daughter Lillian’s critical illness.
Miss Jessie Mitchell fills in Braiis school for Miss Luce while Mrs Jas Jackson recovers at Brandon Hospital after a Saturday return. A church dinner hosted by Ladies Aid and young women drew about seventy attendees. Rev J A Stephen led the meeting with Mrs J R Mitchell as secretary and reports from church departments. Retiring managers were noted.
W E Beatty chairman and president of the Canadian Pacific Railway argues in the Montreal Star that Canada is on the road back to prosperity though the path is long and difficult. He warns railways face persistent earnings strains and calls for economy and a national plan including a partnership proposal between Canada and private railways to relieve political influence and reduce debt and taxes.
G. J. Heyhoe departed Tuesday for a visit to Winnipeg. Lillian Deans returns home after recovering from a critical illness.
Saturday afternoon gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs J P Evans. Rev H I Bowman presided as reports were read. Officers for the coming year remain the same. The Pastor thanked the congregation for loyal support and officers for their faithful service.
The annual meeting chaired by Rector Rev. W. Finch reported all liabilities paid and a small balance. Reports from Sunday School and W.A. were favorable. Officers elected included Rector's warden W.Titley People's warden G. J. Heyhoe and vestry members Alf Bawyer S Cold man H. Howard Stancon T Stretton Huil L E Walker JT Green Mrs. R Reid and Mrs. J Clarke as delegate to Synod G.
A Friday night event by the hockey club raised funds with a whist competition won by Miss 1D. Paynter and D Myles, and a quilt draw won by Bud Doyle. Hert Shurwell won the club cake, Miss E. Paynter and Lloyd Evans took the spot dance, and Miss A Tidey with C Bourne won elimination.
United Stores Ltd offers mens work shirts cleared out at 59 and 89 cents, regular prices ranged 90 cents to 1 dollar 75 cents. Sale promotes clearance of stock at Miniota with emphasis on bargains for basic workwear.
Isabella notes Mrs M J Bridge visits with her daughters in Brandon and Rapid City. The W M 8 will meet at Mrs A E Brad’s home Thursday to work on two quilts for a mission post.
Obituary notice reports Sid Butler died at Ninette. Funeral held there with Mrs Butler present. Survived by widow and son Jack. Sincere sympathy extended to the family.
The Y P S gathered Tuesday at Mr and Mrs Finkbeiner’s home for a revamped program featuring a new slide set on scenes in British Columbia and the Old Country. Slides were loaned by Cunard. A social hour and lunch followed.
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