16 May 1912
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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 16, 1912
Page
1
The Herald prints citizen opinions on the Municipal Act amendment and immediate incorporation. Local business leaders and residents urge swift action while cautioning about liquor issues and financial planning as Miniota weighs its next steps.
The amended act allows the Lieutenant Governor in council to form villages by letters patent without prior petitions. It lowers voting thresholds for ward divisions and mayoral elections and removes the 500 population and 75 household signatures requirement. It enables councils to incorporate villages like Miniota by majority vote, urging citizens to stand firm.
The editor of the Miniata Herald urges incorporation of the village to gain a fairer share of municipal funds. He notes current taxes yield a small proportion of what is due and calls on the local board to act promptly under new amendments making incorporation feasible.
Harry B. Turner arrives in town after a five month stay in England where he worked as an Immigration Agent for the Dominion Government. He outlines his intended lectures describing a voyage from Liverpool to St Johns and tours of Atlantic provinces with notes on farming fruit timber towns and industrial centres.
A slipper with a wooden heel and strap fastenings was found on Main street. The owner may retrieve it by presenting proof of property and paying for this ad.
A Miniota reader argues the CP Railway plot loaned for a park is too small and poorly located. He urges using the land as a beauty spot to attract travelers and boost the town's image, noting the cost and need for public support and advertising. Coltart mentions a recent eastbound trip.
A Friday evening friendly game opens the season with a Benedicts versus town husbands lineup. Benedicts feature Warrener and D Sinclair among backs, Evans and Berwick in halves, Rowan Warren Hodnett Poole Anderson and Lee as mascot for singles. Morning practice is planned. no admission. Where are the local centers of our eleven. did Hamiota mention a game.
Crandell history begins with the Canadian Pacific railway, passing through in 1809 and fostering early pioneers. By 1899 to 1901 public and private buildings rose, farms prospered, and soils showed high yields. The Board of Trade invites inquiries as Crandell offers fertile land and rapid settlement opportunities.
Gen eral Superintendent Mohan of the Grand Trunk Pacific confirms a tri weekly passenger service from Prince Rupert to Sloona Crossing to begin in May. An express delayed three hours Friday night due to a freight wreck near Rapid City caused by washed rails. Also notes the Duke and Duchess of Connaught touring the Chateau Laurier and a Boston fish association memorial for Titanic victims including Grand Trunk Railway president Mr Hayes.
J W Warren works with his pacer preparing for a forthcoming race as observers warn of potential mishaps at the start. The focus remains on pacing strategy and horse readiness ahead of the event.
Florida Colonization Co offers 12,400 acres near a railway in Florida with mild winters and year round crops, claiming healthful climate and markets. Prospects promise regular rainfall, pure water, and cheap buildings compared to the North. Full particulars and illustrated literature available from 21 Queen Street North, Berlin Ont.
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