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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 30, 1929
Page
8
Manitoba government presses road construction with gasoline tax and public works minister statements. Officials mention trunk highway projects and planned improvements to lanes and surfaces while critiquing current travel conditions and seeking safer routes.
Local officials report that four eastern units voted against the proposed health area alignment. They cited cost concerns for a small population and questioned effects on hospitals in Hamiota Shoal Lake Miniota and Birtle. A revised proposition from Mr Montgomery was expected for early discussion.
The congregation reviews annual activity with notes on Mission Board support surpassing targets and a $38 Woods as Sunday School Superintendent. Secretary treasurer reports $1538 receipts and $1807 expenses, with full funding to Missionary and Maintenance Fund. Girl Guide Company and Adult Bible Class activities noted. new officers elected including managers Forsyth Reynolds Spalding Woods Rowan Berwick and ushers Robinson and Dart.
Organist Mie Bo Linehoe, choir leader, and church officers were thanked for their service. Appreciation was also given to Rev E S Dixon and secretary treasurer Mr J Spalding for their efficient work. A dainty food was served by the Ladies Aid at the close.
The church reports stronger finances with envelope contributions up by $100 versus prior years. All apportions to the Synod were met in full. Seventeen baptized and 24 confirmed. one marriage and four funerals recorded. Officers elected include A Spencer as rector's warden and R Oliver as vestry clerk, with synod and diocesan representatives named.
Armstrong Ellerington and Jenderson described as principals with 66 in context. K Hammond appointed Messenger secretary.
We regret to announce the death of Mes Jennie Lynch who passed away at her home after a brief illness. The service will be held at the United Church Raean followed by burial at Miniota Cemetery.
Mrs Beidyge returned home from Beanden on Friday. Miss Davis of Hamiota visited with tr and Mrs Maxavell. J T Binkbeiner shipped a car of cattle to Winnipeg on Tuesday.
Lola and Amy hosted a birthday party for a plumber friend this Sunday. The Young Peoples class enjoyed a pleasant time at Mrs Raasel Werren's home with several attendees including Nuyiar and Mr Doran who left for Winnipeg. D Hickman was also mentioned in the local notes.
Truce Harron, who has served as relieving agent at several points, returned home on Monday night.
Severe weather postponed the initial curling schedule while the Hulls rink captured major honors. The ladies rink has not yet been formed.
Miss Hathaway returns to Beulah after her father fell seriously ill. We regret to announce that Mr Hathaway passed away and his funeral was held on Sunday from the family home at Oakner. The community extends sympathy to Miss Hathaway in her bereavement.
The Miniota Women's Institute announces officers for 1929 including President Mrs. Gro. Armstrong Vice-President Mrs. H L Alsment Secretary Mrs A M Hamlin Treasurer Mrs J D Forsyth. The notice lists names and roles for the local organization.
A compact schedule lists Roll Call topics ranging from favorite proverbs to vacation hints. Members present papers on Egypt and gardening, share plant exchange updates, and conclude with an annual report and garden party notes.
A traveler visited his brothers Fred and William and returned to Winnipeg on Tuesday, according to local notes.
Mrs McPherson and Iverach accompanied the injured party to St Boniface hospital on Friday. The report notes the early details of the medical response and the involvement of local residents.
Mrs My Man Fraser of Fort William visits with her mother Mrs T Stevenson before moving to Calgary to settle. The West Indies Institute will meet next week on February 6 with Mrs W H Miller of Wellescity hosting. Mrs Riadams contributes a paper on how to save time and members exchange favorite recipes.
The family expresses sincere thanks for sympathy and kindness shown after the death of David Rowan and for the beautiful floral tributes received.
The unincorporated Village of Mintota will hold its annual ratepayers meeting on Wednesday February 6 at 8 p.m. in the Municipal hall. Hourly business includes annual reports and councilor reports plus other matters. John Spalding secretary-treasurer.
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