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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 12, 1930
Page
8
Town week highlights include the McConnell cup quest, mixed rinks at the bonspiel, and the mail plane incident. Editorial criticizes Soviet religious persecution in Russia and calls for caution in foreign relations amid broader community activities.
On March 5 the United Church Young People met with 46 members present. Miss Mitchell spoke on friendship, a committee was formed to liaise with Arrow River about debate topics, and Miss Stewart Gwen Taylor and Mr Dison were named. The group planned the play Bless His Little Heart for March 14 in Willon. After business the social committee took charge and groups prepared pages for a published paper.
The rural council met in Minnta on a Wednesday to conduct general business and hear complaints about assessments. The court of revision granted several appeals and reduced or rejected others, with transfers and cancellations of stock assessments and adjustments to personal property valuations.
The council adjourned after authorizing $15 to Salvation Army and $35 to Children’s Aid Society, giving charge of Menopel Service and grounds to the Canadian Legion for the year. Also approved Weed Inspector appeal, refunded Peters Grain Co telephone rental, and authorized transfer of telephone funds. A grant of $2500 to Cranidan and Minicta villages for constable costs, and a three year lease of SW 21 14 26 to Jake Poster at $50 yearly were approved. The next meeting will be called by the Reeve.
The Minota Community Rink Committee expresses heartfelt thanks to all who helped and supported the outdoor rink this winter for real sport and healthful enjoyment.
A community note credits men and boys for labour, donors for prizes, and organizations for support in the Carnival events. Highlights include contributions from Mr Thoepson, Mr Hawthorne, the C. Po R trainmen, Mr Hill, Mr Dorwaed, the Women's Institution, and the School. The note acknowledges residents’ cooperation and lists monetary donations and loans totaling $5.00 plus 325.00 from the Women's Institution and other supports.
The death of Mrs. William Bissett occurred Thursday morning after a serious operation at Miniota hospital. The deceased, in her 35th year, was beloved in the district and by former acquaintances. Mrs. Bissett, nee Elizabeth Simpson, hailed from Woodside Cortes Loninay Aberdeer.
The late Mrs. Bissett, the only daughter of Mr and Mrs Simpson, came to this country in 1227 and married in Winnngey the same year. She resided on a farm near Minmeta where neighbors showed strong friendship during hard times. Funeral at United Church conducted by Rev Barl S Dixon with burial in Mannota cemetery. Survived by husband, a young son, father and two brothers. community extends condolences.
The United Co operative shipped a fine cattle car to Winnipeg Tuesday with A S Fraser accompanying. The WL meeting relocates to Mrs C Crockart’s home this afternoon for a varied program including gardening talk. The bonapier continues its second week while weather hinders the ice. F Paynter and Bert Fraser still drive undefeated rinks.
The Beulah Rink Club held a Friday night Whist and Cribbage Drive. Whist winners were Mrs. T Forster and W Wright with consolations to Misa S Walker and C Stewart. Cribbage prizes went to T Green G Armstrong and M Preston, followed by a dance.
A daughter was born Sunday at Miniota hospital to Mr and Mrs A C Hill. A second daughter was born Tuesday in Miniota to Mr and Mrs Ted Rowan.
United States Limited Kinista offers rubber boots in multiple sizes and styles. Childs boots priced at 1.80, Misses 11-2 at 1.85, Mens with red soles 3.50, Boys with red soles 2.75. All items from United States Limited Kinista.
Isabella notes a Wednesday home gathering at Mrs J E Jesse and a Friday rink event with the Cardinal. The Decker bonspiel results were misprinted. top places include A Decker first and R Stevenson first in Consolation. The Loel bonspiel concluded with winners in Grand Challenge, Farmers, and Connstation brackets.
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