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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 09, 1933
Page
8
W Thompson of Rapid City visited his father over Sunday. Miss J Whimster substituted in the school for Miss EB Hensier who is indisposed.
Russell Johnson of Ninga renewed acquaintances in the district over the weekend, meeting residents and discussing local concerns. Johnson's visit focused on community rebuilding and future collaboration with area leaders.
A small town classified style ad promotes Miniota Boys Running Shoes in sizes 1 to 5 retailing at 95 cents. The copy touts local sympathy and neighborly ease, noting United States Ltd. and Miniota branding in a friendly, nostalgic tone.
Thousands took advantage of the especial Easter Excursion fares to the Pacific coast. Railways are gratified by the success of the plan and may arrange longer spells for future excursions.
A rousing call urges action and progress in any form, from small tasks to big plans. It encourages practical steps like buying, painting, repairing, or celebrating to spark movement and keep momentum alive. The tone is motivational and directive.
Two young boys started a small straw and refuse fire outside a front street store last week. The blaze was noticed and extinguished before causing damage, but strong winds increased risk of rapid spread to nearby properties.
William Darling of Birtle died suddenly due to heart failure and was found in bed Monday morning. The funeral, Wednesday afternoon, will be at St Georges Church with the Birtle Branch of The Canadian Legion in charge of the service.
Edward Niddery, longtime district resident and former fridge watchman at Uno, died at his Winnipeg home aged 84. He served in that role for 15 years before retiring eight years ago. Born in Durham County Ontario, he also worked for Gartney Flour Mill. Funeral was held last Wednesday.
Miss E White spent the weekend at her home in Rivyere. Miss Edna Sinclair stayed the week at her home here. Tom Maryin of Broadview renewed acquaintances in the district last week.
Mies Olive Miller of Minnedosa spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs J Gins.
The report notes the loading platform at Quadra last week and suggests the C N R anticipates a large crop this year based on current conditions and early indicators.
Prizes were presented for the Bridge Club event this week. Results list Ladies 1st as Mrs Day ton and Mise Maggis Craig with Gentelet. Robert Elliott and 200 Ivan Tennant appear among the prize recipients.
The committees in charge are quietly preparing a program to be presented on Sunday. A cordial invitation is extended to all to be present at the service.
Tuis observes Clean-up Week as residents and visitors tidy streets and yards. Authorities urge participation and warn about stray debris and runaway tires during the effort.
Some farmers have finished seeding all crops and most have finished wheat sowing. Other growers wait for wild oats to appear, signaling completion of fieldwork.
Dispatch notes rising grain and stock prices while a town mourns. An elderly man, once steady, appears absent and many mourners have not heard the news. The scene hints at economic shifts amid quiet bereavement.
The dance at the ball field Friday night drew a modest crowd but a good time was reported. The Base ball boys plan a new diamond on Jack O'Callaghan's field just north of the C. P. R track with a small admission for league games to help finance the season.
The W M S held a Wednesday meeting at Mrs J M Elliott’s home. Members reported on the situation and work of a WMS hospital in Canada. Several members had written for personal information. The North group led the Study Book discussion. Plans for the annual church cleaning on May 22 were completed.
The Miniota Creamery will remain open until 9 pm on Saturdays and will continue this schedule until further notice.
Isabella notes a combined Mother's Day service scheduled for Sunday at 1 p.m. Visitors and local visits are noted including Jas Collingwood of Rivers, Mr. and Mrs. W J McGregor of Gladstone, and Miss Hannah Marchall trainee at Brandon Mental Hospital. The annual erecting of the Woman's Missionary Society of the Birtle D Presbyterial will occur at the United Church Isabella on Wednesday and Thursday with a programme for interested readers.
On Wednesday May 10 there is an afternoon session at 2:30 with devotional periods led by Mrs. Thompson and Miss Theaton. Items include mission bands Rails Call reports and selections by Isabella, and a temperance pledge group offering. Evening program features Isabilla Choi, Miss Thexton, Rev H I Bowman, and presbytery greetings.
The Blairs Auxiliary held a devotional period at 10:00 with remarks by Mrs G Siminie and others. Minutes and reports were given by executive secretaries, and elements included missionary, temperance, literature, and prayer services followed by a memorial and communion. An afternoon devotion at 2:00 featured roll call, treasurer’s report, dedicatory prayer, hymns, an address, and nominations.
United Stores Miniota offers ribbed cotton stockings for children in tan sand and black sizes 5 to 10 3 25c per pair. Stockings priced by size with multiple color options available.
Beulah Bits M. H. Johnson was a business visitor to Neepawa last week. The W. I will meet at the home of Mrs. W. Kirkland on Friday of this week.
J L Thompson of Silverton visits friends in the district this week. A number of local ladies will attend the W M S Convention at Isabella this week.
The Grain Growers Elevator is undergoing extensive alterations in readiness for handling this year 34 crop. The work aims to improve processing capacity and efficiency for the upcoming harvest season.
Sunday service marks the sixth anniversary of the United Sunday Schools with a history program by Jas. A. Frazer and special music. Invitations issued to district locals once connected with the schools. Also observes Mother's Day and invites all to attend a fitting celebration.
Mr and Mrs H B Bees of Crandall visited friends in the district over the weeks reporting pleasant social calls and greetings among neighbors.
Mies Margaret Pinncek of Winnie is visiting with Rev. A. J. and Mrs. Radley, spending time in their home and sharing fellowship during the stay.
Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Coupe take up residence in the Forster house while Mr. and Mrs. R. Shaw occupy the Walker house in town.
Mr and Mrs Claude Dickey and family and Mrs Borland visited with friends and relatives in Beulah and Isabella districts on a weekend outing, sharing time with local residents and enjoying the region’s communities.
Mrs W Hyndman who presides over the local Woman's Institute and District representatives paid an official visit to Isabella on Wednesday, accompanied by several ladies.
The Mission Band gathered at Mrs. Iserland's home on Wednesday. Members presented recitations and songs followed by Rev. A J Radley telling a compelling story.
A local wedding solemnized by Rev A J Radley at 3 pm Tuesday joined A Lewis and Eewin Mark in matrimony. The couple was attended by few relatives. the Mark duo left Wednesday for a short holiday. Both parties are well known and well wishes are offered for a happy life together.
Corporations and joint stock companies are required to file returns and pay tax on or before May 15 1933. The notice emphasizes the deadline and compliance obligation for corporate taxpayers.
The notice lists payment schedules: Married Persons 1500, Single Persons 750.8, Dependent Children 500, Other Dependents maximum. See Form 1A for details.
The notice outlines a two percent Special Tax on income with exemptions for married and single filers below set wage thresholds. Employers must deduct two percent from wages starting May 1 1933 and remit by the 13th of the following month. Non wage income tax follows 1932-1933 rates with annual adjustments and forms available at Manitoba offices.
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