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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 02, 1940
Page
8
The notice lists Red Cross events with a sports day in Miniota on July 11 12 13 and an excursion to Winnipeg as part of social activities for the organization. It indicates community fundraising and engagement through a series of events.
Wilfred Long falls ill and seeks medical advice after a Monday onset. Wm Watson is found dead in Two Creek district with a coroner’s inquest planned in Virden. Sunday school picnics planned at Miniota to unite two local schools and families for a shared community event.
The United W.M.S. met in a local church Thursday afternoon with Jennae G Reynolds presiding. Mrs Reynolds reported on the recent Presbyterial at Hamiota, and Mrs R Lynch read a copy of the president Mrs M Frazer’s address on the question Should Missions go on. The remarks stressed that war destroys yet missions build future good.
Beulah Ray Guon vacation with his mother in Winnipeg while Mrs K E Forster travels to Brooks and Asia. Chas Prazer works in San Antonio mining area. Mrs Forster and Millicent plan New York trip. A United Ladies Aid Strawberry Social in the hall drew about 25 dollars despite rain.
Alex Miller enlisted with the 90th Winnipeg Rifles during a visit to Winnipeg. Nelson Graham and William Carnegie also joined the same unit, marking a wave of local enlistments.
Mr and Mrs J W Beer and sons and Lloyd Borland of Winnipeg are spending the holidays in the district. Mrs E Bell left for Winnipeg and had hip surgery at the General hospital after a fall down cellar stairs.
Mr and Mrs W Porteous were guests of honour at a miscellaneous shower Wednesday evening at Ravine school. Readings by Mrs M L gap preceded a bouquet presentation and gifts carried by Mr le Routledge and George Logan. Bride and groom wore attire, then songs dancing and lunch followed as thanks were expressed.
Rev H M MacFarlane ended his eighteen month ministry here with a farewell service on Sunday. The congregation met Friday evening to bid him and his wife God speed as they holiday in New Brunswick before taking a pastoral charge in Bermuda. Mrs RL Dickey read an address and Mrs G L Dibblee presented a purse of money on behalf of the church.
Trevs Bowman and Mc Millen sent greetings from their congregation as Rev William Brull and family arrive this week. An inductive service will be held in Crandall Church on Sunday evening. Lunch and social time followed the greetings.
An evening service at Clear les on Saturday June 29 conducted by Rev J A Stephen unites Laurette Rowan daughter of Dr R K Chalmers Miniota and John Alexander Wilson son of Mr and Mrs J Wilson Norwood Moon. The vows are exchanged before a fireplace flanked with flower baskets and taper light.
Notice to creditors of the estate of Alex Feters Millar late of Miniota Manitoba. All claims must be verified and sent to Pratt and Lauman executors at Birtle Manitoba on or before July 11 1940. Dated at Birtle Manitoba June 11 1940.
Public auction at the Commercial Hotel in Birtle Manitoba on July 13 1940 at noon offers the north half of section 34 township 14 range 27 west of the principal meridian with about 180 acres cultivated. Terms require 20 percent cash and balance per later terms. solicitors listed as Scarih Beas 615 Paris Building Winnipeg.
The bride wore a rosewood figured sheer afternoon dress with self-buttons from neck to waistline and a Johanna Hill rose corsage. The couple, un attended, had a wedding breakfast beside a three tiered cake. Mr and Mrs Wilson plan to reside in Winnipeg.
The ceremony took place at Mr A Rowan's home at 3 pm on Saturday June 29. Christina Herd daughter of Mr and Mrs J H Perry of Mintota became the wife of Alfred Hogue son of Mr and Mrs Hogue of Inwood Man. Rev G A McMillan officiated. The bride wore a blue silk dress with red skirt and a peony corsage. A buffet breakfast followed. The newlyweds planned to settle in Inwood after a holiday at Miniota. Best wishes were extended for their happiness.
A communion service donation credited to Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Craig. A garden party by the Ladies Aid, planned for last week at the Sinclair home, moved indoors due to rain but raised about 14 dollars. The baseball team traveled to Ross for a friendly Friday game, losing 52 to the home side. On Saturday night Candal team hosted and won.
Mr and Mrs Hulme of Bran a and Nurse 1 Sinclair of Winnipeg spent the weekend at the Sinclair home. E Sinclair Mr Mrs Hulme and Nurse 1 Sinclair left for a motor trip Naicum Nip acho Saskatoon and other Sask points.
Isabella Pte. E. Warren of Shilo camp spent the weekend at home. Miss E. Goddard of Winnipeg is visiting relatives in the district.
Misses R Wright and M Stalker depart Sunday on a motor trip to Yellowstone Park and other locations in the Rocky Mountains. They plan a leisurely tour visiting scenic sights and natural landmarks across the region.
The Blairs district mourns W J Morrow who died after a stroke on Wednesday night aged 46. A Canadian Legion comrade attended the funeral at Blaris church with committal at Arrow River cemetery and Last Post honor. He served in the R F Artillery and emigrated from Magheryfelt Ireland in 1928 with his wife and family to Canada.
The WW Missionary Society met at the home of Mrs. J. Finkbeiner on Thursday with Mrs. Astie presiding. Mrs. H. Bowman led the study book chapter. Lunch was provided by Mesdames W. H. Se Miller and J. T. Finkbeiner.
A collection of quotes on courage from Cicero Sir Thomas Browne Mary Baker Eddy and others. It links true fortitude with loyalty friendship and fidelity and asks who is the invincible man while noting courage as essential to high character. The phrases emphasize bravery tenderness loving daring and living a virtuous life.
Last Sunday the Arrow River church was nicely decorated with peonies creating a festive atmosphere for services. Local church members prepared the floral display and welcomed attendees with warm hospitality.
In the matter of the estate of Joseph Percy Leam deceased a hotel proprietor of Miniota Manitoba all claims against the estate must be filed with the undersigned at his office in Hamiota Manitoba not later than the 10th day of July A D 1940 Dated at Hamiota Manitoba this 27th day of June A D 1940 W J Burgess solicitor for Anna Leam and Arthur Percy Leam executors
For sale 8 ft John Deere power shift cultivator and 12t Massey Harris single disc. Also a 4 year old gelding. Terry Shuryell, phone 293, Beulah.
One ton 1929 Ford truck rebuilt priced at 250 dollars. One ton Chevrolet truck overhauled priced at 850 dollars. A 15 30 McCormick Deering tractor with new sleeves and pistons priced at 450 dollars. Contact Alex S Clark in Isabella via Crandall exchange, phone 9 ring 6.
A dedication service will be held at Arrow River church on Sunday July 7 at 2 pm conducted by Legion Comrades. The address will be given by F A Franklin. All comrades are asked to assemble at the church at 145.
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