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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 12, 1945
Page
8
The article recalls post war unrest at British camps with riots during World War I and notes Canadian troops at Aldershot repatriation depot being moved to a new location. It reflects on the end of fighting in Europe and the prioritization of wounded and prisoners as troops return home.
The passage notes insufficient ships to deploy all units simultaneously, urging discipline and steady leadership to protect the unit’s reputation gained in England and abroad.
The Miniots rink drive shows $250 short of $5000 on July 9 with several prospects still to contact. Officials say donations may rise and the project will proceed, denying any Memorial designation as the rink is a community recreation idea begun five years ago.
News of Those in the Services reports 1st Lieut Cecilia N Sexton A N C U S A overseas awarded the Soldier's Medal for heroism on April 3 during a hospital fire caused by a fuel heater. She aided patient evacuation and helped extinguish flames and is the daughter of Mrs J Hutchings of Saltcoats formerly Crandall.
Veterans arriving daily in Canada are welcomed home with grateful remarks and warm handshakes. The article notes familiar faces returning from service and the community’s appreciation for their sacrifices and splendid service.
Citizens celebrate returning service members with a heartfelt welcome. Sgt. Bdr. Frank Macdonald of Beulah Gov. Thomas Irvine Crandall and others are named among those recently returned as the community emphasizes duty, counsel, and choosing future vocations with support.
Mrs Lorre Harris and children of Durban visit the F Leland home. Mrs F King and Donalda visit Mooso min. Miss Luella Torrance leaves for Brandon for a position with Witham and Murray Sutherland. Mrs Spence Wallace returns from illness of her sister. Mrs J D Sutherland moves residence to town. Mrs A Hill travels to see her mother Mrs J W Mitchel at Kenville before visiting daughter at Queen Charlotte Islands. Miss Aravis Townson Inglis holidays in town.
Local notes record numerous guests and visits across towns including Morden Winnipeg Petawawa Seattle and Chicago. Names include Mr and Mrs L Hall Sgt and Mrs T Stevenson Keith Stotzsner W B Herbon Elmer Clark Jean Morrison J Morrison R E Hesse and others with travel between Winnipeg Sebewuing and U.S. cities and a radio operator course completion at Stevenson field.
Isabella Michigan women’s missionary society met at Mrs J T Finkbeiner’s home for June with A Adams presiding. The Crusade of Christ and His Kingdom was the theme. J Simley gave a Temperance reading and four members aided with the program. Cpl Thelma Phillips spoke on When we go back to Civvy Street. An ice luncheon followed. Marie Brad Winnipeg visiting the district. A league baseball game Shoal Lake 4 Isabella 1.
Classified note offers a 6 foot John Deere combine with power shaft and pickup for sale by Terry Shirvell Harding Man.
A welcome home gathering was held Tuesday for A.Stmn, Térrance Lawson, R.C.N Spt. Glen Todd, Cpl. Colin Lorimer, and Pte. L. Lipscombe. The event opened with a Crandall win in a hardball game, followed by an enjoyable dance and musical numbers by Ina and Irma Hazelwood and Mrs H Smith. D.L. Johnston chaired the event.
One of the nation’s largest companies seeks a man with character, proven ability, and self management to run an Iowa operation. A car is required. financial status not crucial. Advertiser: P.O. Box 2216, Winnipeg, Man.
Mrs. R Vance and Miss Cora MacDonald presented each with a fountain pen as part of the form reading.
A stream of visitors and travelers appears in the area. Mrs Hugh Lawson attends her sister's wedding in Waldron. Sylvia Jamieson vacationing with grandparents the Shetlars. Mrs Ivan Gray visits Winnipeg relatives. G Aftigus and family spend time with daughter in Brandon. Glen Todd leaves for Red Lake to work as a driller. M Grant Koreen visit W Hyndman family. Pad Said and Aleta Padfeld motor to Winnipeg. Patrick of Broadview on holiday. Maek Pollock visits from Souris. W H Campbell leaves for Toronto and eastern trips. Robert Deacon from Minnedosa is the relieving agent. Margaret Fraser visiting her Winnipeg home. Mrs Hutchings, Miss Gloria Chapman, and others visit from Saltcoats and Cleveland. Mrs Stewart of Brandon back for the summer. HMCS Cornwallis furlough brings F W Collyer home.
Beulah Red Cross itemized its June drive with 10 children combinations, 5 bloom era outfits, 4 boys pants, 4 girls bloomers, 1 turtle neck sweater, 9 or socks, 6 girls sweaters, and 5 helmets.
Beulah United Church hosts an annual garden party at Mrs. J A Frazer’s home on Thursday July 19 from 5 30 p m with an entertainment program and lunch provided. Carl Gow of Winnipeg visited relatives last week. Lieut and Mrs H Vincent of Ottawa visit the E Grainger home. Kenneth addins of Winnipeg holidays at A L Frazer home. Walter Frazer of Winnipeg visited J J A Frazer home.
A Dominion Experimental Station statement from Lethbridge warns that if farmers fail to curb soil drifting, enforcement may be needed. The piece urges recognition of democracy as personal responsibility and calls for wider publicity of the problem across Western Canada, noting ongoing, costly damage to seeds, homes, and soils.
A series of weekend and summer visits are noted. Garry Woods will stay for the summer. Mr and Mrs Alex Woods and family from Binsearth spent the weekend at GL Woods home. Ted Clark of Edmonton recently discharged from the Canadian Army and his wife arrived from overseas. Several other visitors include Miss Muanun Reid Brandon and Miss Irene Jones staying with Evans and Spencer families.
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