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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 20, 1954
Page
9
Fire at the home of Mrs. E Kirk in Crandall caused flames to erupt from the garage roof. Weakened by smoke, she alerted neighbors as ash from a month old fire may have started the blaze, prompting prompt aid that saved the residence a stucco house and a car.
The Kirk family thanks friends from Chumash Crandall and Tamieta district and the Hamiora Fire Dept who assisted when their garage caught fire on Sunday morning.
Mia Margaret A Kirk of Crandall announces the engagement of her daughter Bernice Le nora Mae to Rodney Bruce Lewis son of Mr and Mrs Sr Lewis Crandall Manitoba The wedding is set for Saturday June Ath at three o clock in the United Church Hamiota Manitoba.
Mrs J T Finkbeiner represented the W I Advisory Board at the Manitoba Council of Women semi annual meeting in Dauphin, with delegates from Hamiota and Roth attending. The rural council discussed cemetery upkeep, the Grade 1 3 choir performed Popping Corn and Grandpas Snuff Box, and guest speaker Mr Pue Brandon spoke on Color Dynamics.
Birthday greetings for J. G. Stewart who will celebrate his 88th birthday on Sunday May 23. The report notes Arrow River has sent $162 to the Red Cross from the recent campaign.
Beulah marked 40 years since its beginning with a Tuesday church event attended by 78. Mrs. L Evans presided as members from Arrow River Isabella Miniota and Birtle were welcomed. Rev A Frickert spoke on Citizenship and Mrs Forster recalled early days and first organizations. A hat making course, leather and kimono displays and a 40 candle cake highlighted the anniversary with a luncheon and memories.
Birth notices from Brandon list a son for Mr. and Mrs. W Askew on April 22 and a son for Mr. and Mrs. R Elliott Jr on May 11 at Brandon. A daughter is reported for Mr. and Mrs Wilf Leland on May 16 at Hamiota hospital Arrow River. The item closes with the annual meeting of Birtle Presbyterial held in Decker.
On May 13 the United church held a meeting with 177 in attendance. Rev. Maxwell and Rev. Marguerite Meier of Foxwarren presided. Miss Florence McNair spoke on The Christian Mission. Mrs Br McKenzie led Mission Circles and installation of officers. Evening greetings came from Birte and Birtle Presbyteries. Decker quartet provided selections.
The article explains two fruit groups citrus and other fruits and outlines their health benefits. It notes vitamin C to prevent scurvy and supports gums teeth and blood vessels, plus fiber from raw fruit aids digestion and prevents constipation. It suggests one serving of citrus and one of other fruit daily and offers cost tips with dried fruits and graded canned options.
Manitoba Farmers' Union Local 257 in Miniota schedules a regular meeting on Tuesday in June and a district convention at Birtle on Friday July 2. Delegates should have resolutions ready by the next meeting. Mervyn Stewart president Leonard Draper secretary.
A Nostalgic dish suggestion using lemon Jello and pineapple juice. plus home care hints for wax restoring window sills and cleaning with a Jet 99 Cannister Cleaner. Rounding out with a furniture drawer fix using shellac to prevent sticking in humid summers.
The oil apparatus is now in operation in Sec 10-14-27 on the J. Cook farm and awaits further developments with interest. A small Flack Pony with halter is missing from the area since Saturday. information to Hy Gardham Arrow River or Pat Dale. Pat Dale, now employed by Fred Bryant, is an experienced mechanic offering reliable repair work for cars, tractors, and more.
Obituary notes the death of Reg F Campbell 67 who died Monday in Hamida hospital. Funeral services are set for Wednesday at two o'clock in Blaiis church with burial at Arrow River cemetery. The piece also mentions CBC commentator John Fisher whose career spans Canada and Europe and has earned honorary degrees and tributes from listeners.
The Wild Oat is the weed causing the greatest crop losses in Western Canada. Chemical herbicides fail to control it. culture and cropping practices offer the best control. Delayed seeding to June 1–15, with thorough cultivation, plus early maturing crops like barley, can nearly eliminate Wild Oats. A revised circular on cultural control is available through local agents.
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