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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 17, 1942
Page
8
Mixed local items describe purchases of ladies imported leathers and footwear, community notices from Brandon and Minnedosa districts, and appointments. Several residents are noted: H G Foreyth RCAF, Bran don. RAF Harv Hoot Carberry. Pte Jum Latimer JTC Portage. J Kostenik CPR. A YPU meeting in Minnedosa discusses missionary work and social events conclude with a lunch.
Final return shows district totals for Victory Loan collections with district quotas and amounts raised. Miniota and Hamiota miss the quota by tens of thousands while Blanshard and the district total indicate shortfalls versus targets.
A local Stampede Hitler Club draw held on March 16 lists winners and payments including $3.75 for C D Beard and P C Watts, $2.25 for J R Lynch, Lyle Lelond, and others, with multiple entries and participant names such as Mrs W Williams, Mrs W Peel, Bud Barrett, and J McGibney.
The report lists Red Cross supplies sent including sweaters, scarves, bandages, bloomers, shirts, pajamas, and blankets. Donations totaled $8.05 from an apron draw at Miniotas, with items distributed to Junior Red Cross girls and Glenlochar ladies.
A ceremony held in Cobham Surrey linked Phyllis Mary Martin of Fairlight Leigh Road to Gov. Thomas S. Irvine of Crandall in a wedding officiated by Rev. D Pavis with H S Hopper as organist. The couple are from England and the 71st Howitzer Battery family is connected to Irvine.
The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a white lace and satin gown with lilies and blossoms, carrying carnations and chrysanthemums. Chief bridesmaid Hilda Cook wore turquoise satin, with chrysanthemums, while Miss C Fox and Miss M Ginn wore mauve and pink satin with bouquets of chrysanthemums. The groom and attendants from the RCA stood with the wedding party.
A reception in the village hall drew over fifty guests for the couple Ginr and Mrs. T. H. L. S. Irvine who then departed for a brief honeymoon at Farmham after the event.
Margaret Jean Burgess died in Winnipeg on Saturday March 7 at age 27. Burial followed in Winnipeg. She was the daughter of Mr and Mrs J Burgess longtime residents of Uno where her father was a grain buyer.
Mrs. Harry Kidd died after an illness at her Brandon home Thursday at age 44. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Wal Bonner and Jennie, Mrs. R. B. K. Chalmers and Mr. and Mrs. D. Stewart. The funeral was held Saturday.
An obituary fragment lists Sr and Mrs Tra Kirk of Mo With and Mite family. S Kirk mother and brothers and Elwood Amy attended the funeral. Mrs Kiddi survived by her husband and three sons.
John McCoubrey died suddenly last Friday at his home from a heart seizure at age 66. A Crandall resident and longtime Hamilton councillor, he left a wife and two daughters. A brother died recently in Winnipeg. The funeral will be held today in Scotia church with burial at Crandall cemetery.
Mrs N O Callaghan of Wapels visits at her home. A Spencer sent a full car of stock from here last week. Mrs R B Wallace visits with her daughter Mrs Hearst of Shoal Take, who is indisposed.
J. T. Leland shows notable improvement following a recent minor stroke. The report notes steady recovery and no complications observed at this time.
Mrs J B Mitchell returned from a visit with her mother Mrs Flening and sister Mrs Pentland in Brandon.
Mrs. Thrail, visiting with her parents Mr. and Mrs. G Torrance, has left to join her husband Pt Thrail who is taking a special training course in Brandon.
Cordon Grey slipped in a barn and struck his head on a steel tree, rendering him unconscious for a time. He is reported to be getting along fairly well now.
The Mission Band met in the school on Friday with perfect attendance. Mrs. Jasper conducted a study of the Hofmann picture heads of Christ that decorated the worship center. The meeting concluded with the story of Mei Liang and the learning of an Oriental hymn of praise.
The second dance of the season was held Friday with a large crowd. Door prize went to F Stevenson a hand painted cushion. St chard pipe dance won by Mrs Attwood and A Johnson. Birthday elimination dance won by Pte T Stevenson and Betty Carnegie. Stint won by W Attwood and Mike Doreen Hana Music by AR.doc
United Stores Ltd in Mniota urges customers to choose early for Spring samples. The note emphasizes careful selection and advises avoiding delays to ensure proper fit and availability.
Crandall C. R. Lee left Tuesday for a visit to Winnipeg. The bonspiel has concluded. It was tough slugging towards the end on account of the soft weather. The C. G. IT held a tea on Saturday which was well patronized. Folk dancing by the girls was enjoyed. Proceeds totalled over 5 dollars.
The W M S met on Thursday with Mrs W Bill presiding. Mrs Lewis led the Study book period and plans were completed for the Good Friday service. An invitation will be extended to the CG LT the Mission band and the mothers to attend.
A whist drive and dance sponsored by the L O L C O F and W I was held on Friday with 22 tables. Mrs Skene and TR Lee were the high scorers.
Mrs Gregory and Lyle Gregory led a concert in Ry ke or chestra for a dance to raise funds. The event marked the third in a series and collected 101 for the Milk for Britain charity.
Local residents report medical treatment in Brandon and a Winnipeg trip for two days. Mrs A Spargo and Mrs FE Helzeson visited Winnipeg. Mrs Wakeheld recuperates at parental home. Red Cross lunches raised 17.08 dollars and donations included gowns, scarves, bandages, sweaters, and a quilt.
Irvine who spent the winter at a Fort Frances lumber camp has arrived home. Mrs. L. Hall, Mrs. KK Warren, Wi H H Cumberland and R. Scarth spent the past week in Winnipeg by car. The Women’s Institute met at the Manse with 16 members and visitors. Mrs. R. Searth presided. Mrs. A. Clark read a motto. Roll call echoed with a schoolboy howler. Mrs. T. Kennedy spoke on Mrs. Churchill in History. Twelve blankets made from woolens for the Red Cross were reported received. Mr H. Johnson gave a talk on his home town Winnipeg osis and the fishing industry. Two duets were sung by Misses.
Fragmentary text describes an exhibit from the Pomary room with music and an anthem, mentioning names J. Sipveneen and S Searth with Vs. Unkle and a sniet. The passage is garbled and lacks verifiable details.
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