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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
4
The Miniota Herald announces subscriptions at 1.00 per year in advance and 1.50 otherwise. Advertising rates are listed as per line, with the notice giving pricing details and contact cues for the publication.
In a cautious, mature session residents weigh the benefits and drawbacks of incorporation. The group agrees to act once a decision is reached, keeping incorporation and licenses separate and distinct.
A registration date is announced for Harmiota on Thursday May 28 at Turner's Hall. City notices urge residents to complete registration tasks promptly.
The Holy Trinity Church in Miniota marks its ninety ninth anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birth on May 24 1908. The article credits Rev Hey 5 0 Thomas and workers for securing a dedicated Anglican worship space after years of borrowed halls and scattered services.
The Min iota Board of Trade forms a committee to study costs of starting and running town machinery. Officials aim to inform the public on incorporation reasons and deny motives tied to licensing houses. The writer urges majority rule and minority compliance, saying the issue should not be spun as a drink controversy.
At a general meeting of the Arrow River and Miniota Agricultural Society the members unanimously decided to hold the agricultural show in Miniota on August 6th next.
William Lindsay Jr. mourns the death of his mare Lily at age 32 after 23 years of faithful service. The venerable animal was recognized as Wynona district’s oldest working beast for longevity and continuous service.
The board of trade appointed deputation to interview Grand Trunk officials regarding the new station. Conference was satisfactory but no publishable decisions were made at this stage of proceedings.
A citizens meeting in Minsota on May 21 decided to hold the Annual Sports on July 22 and appointed a two person deputation to attend the agricultural meeting on Saturday the 23rd to arrange matters. Another meeting is set for June 1 to elect sports officers.
C N R engineers under H A Dixon arrived at Virden last week to locate the line to the Two Creeks district. The project may fulfill President Mackenzie’s promise and extend beyond the initial 15 or 20 miles. Surveyors are instructed to continue toward the north line.
The Friday show drew a small crowd with Rube Allyn displaying notable dramatic talent in several sketches including the boy with a vivid imagination. Mrs Allyn received high praise for the sketch Laddie showing strong histrionic force despite the limited audience.
Rebecca C beloved wife of Rev Wm Hoonett died Sunday May 2 1998 at Miniota aged 58 years 2 months 12 days. The obituary records family details and date of death.
An honored town resident recovered from a severe dysentery after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. M J Leach, a Walcott druggist, confirms its effectiveness and notes stock is kept for sale.
A collage of aphorisms and quips on common sense marriage money and social norms. Observational humor contrasts blunt truths with sly jabs about women men and society, ending with a remark on selfishness and burden shifting.
A meeting of Miniota residents will be held at The Miniota Hall on Monday June 1 1908 to elect the sports officers. Citizens are invited to attend.
A farewell gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs Clinton honors Mr Wm Steed as he leaves for England. About twenty five attendees from the Methodist and Presbyterian churches and Miniota Sunday School hear an address by Rev T Y Williams and a timepiece gift. Signed by J N Clinton, Y Williams, and Rev R F Hunter.
The Wallace municipality awarded the contract for building municipal telephone lines on May 16 to John Reid of Virden for labor about 11000 dollars. Government supplies 24000 dollars worth of material and will supervise the work connecting 500 subscribers by Oct 1 with exchanges at Elkhorn and Virden. Rental for exchange use will depend on service level, including anticipated 24 hour rural phone service.
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