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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 24, 1939
Page
8
Bazaar events at St Wilfrids W A I on the 25th plus an auction sale of furniture from Mrs M T Hooper Estate at 1pm. Also listed are a Silver Tea and White Elephant Sale by Miniota Junior Red Cross and a Miniota United Church bazaar.
John Kelly drove an old stock car to Winnipeg today. Mr and Mrs D A McGibsey and family left Monday for Winnipeg to reside there. There will be a lunar eclipse Friday night from about 9 pm to 2 am and should be visible if skies are clear. Surprises arise as European nations cliques form for self preservation before the war.
The text suggests a wary view of ongoing global raids and attempts to wipe England from the map. It notes a prolonged Western Front battle and hints that Thetis co jog op maneuvering could alter the course of hostilities, potentially ending the war.
The Britte YPU conference in Municts Saturday drew a large crowd. Rev G Av McMillan and Miss P Tennant led the opening worship and address by John Friesen covered Winnipeg conference plans. Executive names were read, evening talks by Rev IL E Ashford followed, and a photography display showcased prize soapshots from Crandall and Arrow River.
Miss Campbell of Winnipeg visited with friends in town. Ms. W Benoell of Emo Ontario visited with her sister Mrs. Albert Warren. Large congregations attended anniversary services held Sunday at 11 am with Rev. J A Stephen as speaker. The Arrow River and Palmerston choirs performed with Miss Jessie Mitchell singing a solo.
Mage with or collar warmly lined inside weol cuts offered at special price of 13.93 dollars. United Stores Limited advertises in Mineola highlighting men’s horserile coats with warm lining and collar options.
Isabella C. Reid has returned home after serving as relieving agent. C. Cornish of Melita stayed several days at the J Sutherland residence. A dinner in Hamiota honored Mr. John McConnell drew district men. Visitors in Winnipeg included Misses M and S Stevenson, M Campbell, J Howmen, P Chap man, Mrs W Stewart and Tom Stevenson. The WMS met at Mrs A S Clark home with 19 members. Mrs R T Clark presided. A temperance reading by Mrs Seales followed by a study from Liing Together read by Mrs Astle. Teas hosted by the chapter followed.
Friends and neighbors in Blairs district gathered at Mr. and Mrs. R Campbell’s home Saturday evening to celebrate their 25th anniversary. The event featured quiz contests and games with a poetry address by Mrs. D Bell and a silverware gift from Mrs. H Harrison, followed by lunch.
A large group of neighbors gathered Tuesday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs AU Sutherland to honor Mr and Mrs J Betler. Audrey Martin and Garth Stewart drew gifts presented by Miss E Irvine, and Mr Butler expressed thanks before a lunch was served.
Crandall duo Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Blair announce the engagement of their eldest daughter Mary Elizabeth to Roy Espey eldest son of Mr. Ralph Espey and the late Mrs. Espey of Cardale.
Mrs. E. Sinclair attends the Old Timers' Reunion at Dauphin. Miss J. Elliott Mrs Cubbon and son David visit the A M Elliott home. Mr and Mrs Walker who stayed with PF B Palmer move to J J Leland's. W.M.S. met at Mrs J M Ellicott's. study book led by several members. An Indian life contrasts roll call was prepared by Mrs W A Mitchell.
The Harmony Helpers Junior Red Cross Branch invites all to a Silver Tea and White Elephant Sale at the Daughters of England hall on Saturday October 28 beginning at 3 p.m. Proceeds support Red Cross activities.
Johnson and A Townson address The Mothers by J McPhail with replies by Mrs J R Mitchell. E D McNab and E Sinclair reply for The Church. Rev H I Bowman, Rev G A McMillan give inspiring addresses. J R Mitchell leads community singing. Rise Up O Men of God sung.
A sample ad promotes Mitchy Champ long wear pants priced at 2.50 per pair at United Stores Ltd in Miniota. The copy emphasizes durability and value and invites customers to try a pair.
Beulah notes show Mr and Mrs B M Mergam visiting Winnipeg last week and W R Doyle attending the Pool elevators annual meeting there. Visits include Mr and Mrs H Evans Springside Sask at Frank Paynter's home and Mr and Mrs G Irvine Morris at J Satterthwaite's. WMS to meet Mrs M H Johnson Wednesday at 2 30 pm. St Wilfrids Beulah W A to hold bazaar October 25 at Beulah Community Hall from 2 30 pm featuring fancy work knitting home cooking bran tub candy and tea. Hull departed for the Flanders Ontario lumber camp to work as a blacksmith. Mrs Hull visiting her mother at Foxwarren.
Adealia May daughter of Mr and Mrs F Leland of Arrow River wed Lorne Harris son of Mr and Mrs Harris of Durban Man. Ceremony at Kenville Manitoba on September 27 conducted by Ren Clark. Couple plans to reside in Durban.
The wedding was held Sunday evening at seven o'clock at the manse Isabella. Mrs. Bo J lewis united in marriage to Harey William Howard of Beulah. Rev. II TP Bowman performed the ceremony. The bride wore an afternoon dress of navy blue silk. The couple, unattended, had a wedding dinner for eighteen guests at the bride's sister H Sawyer home. A three tier cake sat at the center. A toast followed. The newlyweds left for Beulah after a rice shower and will reside in Beulah after a trip to Winnipeg.
The article notes a poppy sale set for Friday November 10 and expresses hope for a generous public response this year.
The family of Alis Evang thank Mrs W Evans and relatives for kindnesses while Alis Evang was a patient in Brandon hospital. Special thanks for the flowers sent by the Minicta United Church ladies.
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