Family reunion at James Robinson home recalls Ontario departure
A Nov 25 Miniota note describes eight of James and Mrs. Robinson's children gathering at their home for the first time in twenty years since leaving Ontario. Names listed include Mrs. Eyer, Mrs. P Warren Crandell, Mrs. L Currie Miniota, Capt. Ketchen Winnipeg, Miss Kila Robinson, W J Gilbert, Nick Robinson Crandell, with a Listowel Ontario sister present if possible. The event sparked family stories and well wishes for health and future reunions.
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Bert
Nick Robinson
Crandell
Ontario
Two Creeks Farmer Killed in Road Accident
Mr Wendel Sararas a long respected 74 year old farmer of the Two Creeks district died following a road accident last Sunday after Mrs Mitchell driving a Ford saw the horses and stopped but the animals swerved into him. He leaves a wife and grown children.
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Wendel Sararas
Two Creeks
Br. Mitchell
Mitchell
Mr. Sazaras
Girl Charged With Neglect and Concealment of Birth
A jury ruled that the newborn died due to the mother's neglect to reveal her pregnancy. Annie Kutseley was named as the mother. The coroner ordered trial and she was moved to Minnedosa gaol last Saturday morning.
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Annie Kutseley
Minnedosa
What Happened to Jones at Miniota December 6
The Rittle Dramatic Society brings the lazy comedy What Happened to Jones to Miniota on December 6. The troupe praises its past success and promises a lively performance. Mr Milne, remembered as Lachlan Campbell in the Bonnie Briar Bash, stars in the company alongside Miss Milne.
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Rittle Dramatic Society
Miniota
Jones
Milne
Lachlan Campbell
Miss Milne
Gentle Jaspers Frolics Through Harsh Winter Preview
The fragment depicts a lean winter scene with scarce coal and a suspicious neighborhood after a stove theft. It notes Nemo, aged 22, sent to pass tire for the winter and laments high costs to the poor while praising simple comforts like snow’s melting sweetness.
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Nemo
Pase Tire
Herald Seeks Correspondents at Multiple Towns
The Herald requests a good correspondent at Arrow River Crandell Beulah Two Creeks Isabella Rose Lea and Lucas and surrounding areas to cover local news and events. The post aims to improve neighborhood reporting across these communities.
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The
Herald
Arrow River
Crandell, Beulah, Two Creeks
Pretty Church Wedding at Kamiota
Miss Edna McKay and Wm Dick were wed at Knox Church in Hamiota last Wednesday at five o clock. Rev H G Crozier officiated as the first public wedding in the church with the Billy orchestra and a charming bridal party. A Bible and hymn book were presented, a dinner followed, and a social evening with serenades ended the celebration.
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Knox Church
Edna McKay
Wm Dick
Hamiota
H G Crozier
Billy
Gretta McKay
Ruth Dick
Rev Crozier
Ed & Stone
Minioia Street Lights and Forestry Service Report
Town receives improved street illumination with fixed lamps at key corners including the Post Office and Herald Office. The forestry department notes growth in fire ranger staff in 1909, with 96 rangers, railways as major fire sources, and enhanced patrols on reserves and railway belts. Copies of the report are available from the Superintendent of Forestry in Ottawa.
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Palace Hotel
Alsl
Lind Staryers
Shuswap Lake
R.h.campbell
Ottawa
Vocal Quartette Practice at Forsyths Hall
The Miniata Vocal Quartet under Jill Forsyth, augmented by John Farrell, met at the Forsyth home Monday night for a tuning session. They performed songs from ancient times with first class style and enjoyed a lunch served by Mrs Forsyth.
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Miniata
Jill Forsyth
Brandot
Profundum
John Farrell
Presbyterian Church Services and Anniversary Events
The Presbyterian church will hold a Thanksgiving service on Sunday October 30 at 7 30 p.m conducted by Rev Beattie with special music. An anniversary service is set for Sunday October 13 at 11 a m and 7 p m. An entertainment and supper follow on Monday October 14 with admission 5 shillings. Also adverts apprentice dressmaking positions at Ross store.
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Presbyterian’ Church
Rev. Beattie
Presbyterian Church
Bachelors of Miniota Trial Dance Plans
The Miniota bachelors consider a dance after a single word change. Spinsters may host a hop but skating is unlikely this year. Benedicts are expected to follow suit as the trend moves from small beginnings to social gatherings.
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Miniota
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Crandel
Mrs. James Robinson
Eyer
P. Warren
Capt
Ketchen
Winnipeg
Kila Robinson
W. J
Gil
Listowel, Ontario
Bob Parves
Waldron
Bob
Melville
Burg
Minicta
Chas. J. Weatern
Parlon
Adot
Isabella, Rose Lea
Lucas
Kamiota
Minioia
A. Ross & Co
Suprintendent of Forestry
Department of the Interior
Dominion Forest
Rocky Mountain
Interna
Athabaska
Lesser Slave
Colum
Bia
Saskatchewan
Forsyth
Presbyterian Church Services
Ross
Miniota Markets
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