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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 26, 1956
Page
7
A fragmented report recalls early Virden history from 1790 at a North West Trading Post site. It mentions a 3 000 population town growth, plans for hospital work in July, and charity efforts with the Salvation Army. Mrs Roy Leland and Mrs John Wiggins are noted in social activities.
A series of birth notices lists newborns born July 2 to 12 at Hasmeta Virden Mimota and High Prairie hospitals. Notable entries include William Arthur Waberiner born July 11 to Mr and Mrs J Pinkberner Isabella. Susan Elizabeth Nicol born July 11. Irene Jolley Maxwell born July 2. Leslie Bowman Keays second son Garth Douglas. parents and locations named.
Thursday July 26 1956 Mrs George Delores and son George visited Mr and Mrs LS Hodnet Mr Vo Gunn received a china gift from War members and Mr Cunt got a Parker 51 set from high school students Wynona friends of Joseph couple who wed June 30 hosted a shower July 13 Mrs Eimer Brown spoke gifts drawn by Lucille Goodwin and Donna May Bohrn
Beatrice Helena Walker and A Corneillie of Rosewood Man wed at Norwood United Church on July 7 with Rev Badger officiating. Attendants include L Dickinson and Keith Walker. reception at Moore's, couple to reside in Rosewood.
Donna Wall read the address at her marriage as Wayne Long and Kenneth Webber delivered a large number of gifts on August 8 aboard a wagon, noted in local society notes.
The article notes Isabella Nancy Finheiner in Vancouver with her grandmother Mrs J T Finkteiner and Jack Hein at a United Nations Seminar at Manitoba University during July. It mentions Mrs RoE Doran presiding at a July meeting of the Hall group with 21 members and two visitors, donations to National Building Fund and the Institute for the Blind, and plans for an Annual Garden Competition plus a strawberry tea on the lawn.
Mrs. R G Mitchell presided at the Arrow River gathering in the church parlor for the July meeting. The roll call was answered with the chorus Sing.
Hy Beattie expresses sincere thanks to all who sent cards and gifts during the hospital stay. He also thanks Doctors Edwards and Asuuk, the Sisters and staff for excellent care, and to the many visitors whose kindness was greatly appreciated.
The death of David Terence Mackean of Miniota occurred in Hamiota hospital on Wednesday July 25 after a painful illness. He was 61. The funeral may take place Friday with a United Church service.
Auction at 10 am Wednesday in August for MR J Kaszuba features 17 cattle including several milk cows, three black cows, three Holsteins, two black heifers, red heifer and eight more heifers plus spring calves. Farm equipment listed includes a 1952 Case combine, tractors, swathers, plows, cultivators, sprayer, loader, trailer, mower, fuel tank, and household items like appliances, chairs, tables, and sewing machines. Bee bills provide full itemized list.
Laurel Henderson and Melvin Angus wed at the Henderson home in Crandall at 2 PM on Saturday July 7 with Hamiota officiant H Moffatt. The bride wore a powder blue suit and red rose corsage. Melvin Angus is the groom, eldest son of Gordon and Mrs Angus of Lenore.
Miss Anita Jolley of Winnipeg visited relatives and friends around town during her stay. She spent time with family and socialized with local acquaintances, sharing stories and catching up on news.
Four pages of local material present brief notices on town events, school activities, public announcements, and community happenings. Readers find snippets about residents, organizations, and upcoming local dates, with emphasis on accessible, timely items.
A retro Miniota Herald clipping recalls July 6 1911 with notes on a wedding Miss Fo Cargill to Walter Titley at the Bruce home, a CP Rail extension debate, and a Grand Fourth celebration. It lists local sports, school promotions, rifle results, and local ads amid town life and editor credits.
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