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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 10, 1960
Page
3
The weather man reported an ideal Hallowe'en as many mailed visitors arrived in unique costumes. Everyone had fun with no incidents. Thanks were extended for thoughtful citizenship. See you next year for more treats.
The Poultry Bingo fundraiser for the Theatre Fund drew a large crowd on Wednesday. Turkeys were won by Raymond Haviewood and several others, while geese, ducks, and a high number of prizes went to residents including Kenny Smith and Mrs J Killoh. Sympathy extended to Mrs J Walker on the death of her brother Steve Prosavich, with services noted in St Boniface.
The Crandall C.G.LT. met in the church basement on November 4 at 2:30. Margaret Henderson led the worship service while Mrs H Hyndman described the Church Crest to the girls. Supper was planned after initiation at the next meeting on November 17. Taps closed the gathering.
A Manitoba style note reports turnout of about 70 for day one and 100 for day two at the Beef Cattle Short Course. The writer invites suggestions for more courses and notes Miniota RM has begun Bangs blood testing.
A notice from Hamiota district mentions plans for cattle experiments and blood testing at roper facilities, with copies available on request. It also reminds ladies to attend a handicrafts course on November 14 at 2:00 pm in the Hamiota Community Room, Extension Service Manitoba Agriculture providing details via Mrs. Wilfred Johnston.
The piece explains Local Health Units in Manitoba, listing staff roles such as doctors inspectors public health nurses and stenographers. It notes units serve 20 to 30 thousand people in mixed rural and suburban areas, with Swan River as small example and St James St Vital Fort Garry Charleswood as large, and cites Health Services Act 1946 and 1948 opening of 13 units amid staffing delays.
The poem argues that while Canadians pursue health wealth and happiness most disagree on how to achieve them. It warns that forcing citizens to long work hours might create wealth but destroy happiness and innovation.
Epilepsy is a common disorder in Canada with about one in two hundred people affected. Modern treatments can reduce attacks in about 80 percent, allowing patients to live near normal lives. Seek medical advice to learn about the latest developments.
Sleepless hours are described as endless and worry worsens wakefulness. Suggestions include warm milk or a light snack to induce sleep. Good ventilation warm but light coverings and relaxing the mind are advised to promote rest.
Readable items list daily TV slots with program names including News Weatherviews Sportscope Night Desk Channel Five Movietime and kids shows like Nursery School Tyme and Junior Roundup. Entries include CBC News Nights Final Around The Clock and various dramas and comedies across Monday to Friday.
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