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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 12, 1960
Page
7
Readable fragments describe interest in brewing beer at home in The Pas with notes on permits and regulation. Mentions Manitoba Liquor Control Act Section 164 and potential poster wording. References Edgar Gamarne and collectors, hints at excise and permit requirements.
Indian Head Elks advance a park fund toward a planned Kiddies Playground and swimming pool. The pool is projected to cost 24 000 to 30 000 dollars and the fund will build steadily to reach that goal. The effort reflects the lodge’s commitment to community recreation.
The Northern Mail reports on a new law affecting home beer making in Manitoba. Collectors warn that limiting sugar impacts alcohol content, and excessive sugar may render brews illegal and cause volatile fermentation, risking geysers and ruined walls.
The piece traces hosiery from 1500s male tights and Elizabeth I patents to Canada’s sock trade, noting Queen Elizabeth I owned 2000 hand knitted stockings and the knitting frame’s patent clash. It covers nylon’s 1939 rise, wartime hoarding, and postwar abundance with shifts in denier and color demand.
Simple notes on making Coffee Cake with pecan crumb topping and a baked pumpkin pie. Instructions cover dry mix prep the day before, batter mixing, pan prep, and serving warm with butter. Also includes a whisked whipped topping from skim milk powder and spices for a complete breakfast and dessert spread.
Residents near the Reberger district report a large underground mystery object found after a tree was felled. Ida Reberger says the five pound, potato like item likely lies at least 18 inches underground, bears root marks, and tastes bitter. It will be identified by the University of Alberta.
Fragmentary text describes fashion shifts in shirtwaist styles and accessories. The garbled lines hint at evolving silhouettes and bold garment choices during the period, suggesting a vivid street and boutique scene without clear dates or names.
Fabris of Cut Knife bought license plates for his farm truck and car from Wal ter Perkin. Both plates bore the same numbers as the previous year causing astonishment. Perkin said a double occurrence is rare and asked if anyone can beat it.
A note urges making light pinwheels using Fleischmann's Active Dry yeast and an orange pecan filling. The author promises a tasty treat not to be missed and encourages bakers to prepare them soon.
Scald Vy milk sugar and salt in a pan then cool. Add butter or Blue Bonnet Margarine. Mix in pecan flavor and bake into sweet buns.
Instant pudding mixes enable quick desserts ranging from pie fillings to cake fillings and layered treats. Varieties include parfaits sauces and ice cream with fruit options using fresh frozen or canned fruit for richer flavors.
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