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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 01, 1929
Page
1
Immigrants from Canada arrive with the railway development guiding settlement. Authorities document the influx as part of a colonization effort with immune enthusiasm and organized oversight following the new line.
A fraternal visit by Birtle Masonic brothers to Miniota Lodge occurred at the Thursday night meeting. The river is rising but no flood trouble expected. Arbor Day and a public holiday were proclaimed for Monday May 6 for tree planting.
Townsfolk rushed to Jack Wythe's old farm Thursday to battle a spreading bush fire that destroyed the house. Helpers saved the barn despite difficult conditions.
Farmers offered stock salt by United Stores Ltd in Miniota with prices for white blocks 70c, iodized blocks 85c, and barrels at 4.35 dollars.
The pleasant weather this past week allows farmers to work the land again. spring field work is underway as many begin seeding.
The usual weekly half holidays for village stores begin Thursday May 9 and continue until August. Stores will close at noon on those days. please note the change.
Mrs J Knowles had a successful operation at Miniota hospital last Thursday. She is progressing satisfactorily. Her daughter Miss Grace Knowles of Wawanesa is home during her mother’s hospital stay. Ford Motors Co may build an eight million dollar plant in Winnipeg to serve western trade with a site in St James. if realized it would greatly benefit Winnipeg and area.
Both Girl Guide Troops attended divine service at United Church on Sunday evening in commemoration of St George’s Day. They plan to attend Holy Trinity Church on the Sunday nearest Victoria Day, the 19th, at the evening service.
Friday at noon a blaze was discovered at Miss 8 Lynch's home on Louise Avenue. Firefighters arrived promptly and contained the fire with minimal damage. a delay could have left the residence a pile of ashes.
The newly appointed town constable is urged to take action against roaming horses and cattle that damage gardens. Citizens consider warning neighbors and maintaining order, while some question the scope of his duties.
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