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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 28, 1976
Page
4
Agricultural writer advises on post emergent Avadex and fall anhydrous ammonia. In dry soils, lumps and tillage quality drive success. moisture activates Avadex in spring while soil temp should reach 45F. Avoid lumps by delaying until spring. for ammonia, deeper placement reduces losses if soil is not overly dry.
A mixed column cites strikes by postal workers as a contemporary pressure while offering agronomy notes on anhydrous ammonia application. It warns of ammonia loss risks on hot, dry soils and cooler conditions reducing losses, then segues to college course enrollments for winter sessions with limited spots.
The Beulah W.I. held a meeting on Thursday October 14 at Barbara Alley's home. President Muriel Paynter led with Thoughts of Thanksgiving. Members contributed pictures or items for an overseas album to Brading W.I. Mary Doyle read a thank you letter from Mrs. Bickford. Mrs Chisolm reported on the Provincial Convention at Brandon on June 9. Lunch followed.
Miniota leader Mrs Ed Wadham along with Mrs Sid Laxdal and district communicator attended the Oak River district meet on October 12 1976 in Rivers Training for Cubs Scouts and Beavers leaders will be at Miniota Junior High School on November 3 and 10 at 730 pm Birtle may join Oak River District Scouting A district meeting will be held January 18 1977 at Miniota at 700 pm with a pot luck supper all district leaders and committee members welcome.
Twelve members attended the October W I meeting at Mrs. Ray Still’s home. The president opened with the thought for the day Let there be Peace. Margaret Coxworth reported Hospital Aid. Ian Doran read a Coun trywoman article. Margaret Irwin covered CAC notes on light bulbs energy lipstick tests and fabricated foods. A $20 donation to Gift Coupon No. 569 was voted. Dorothy Finkbeiner summarized the October program What Does The United Nations Mean To You. Margaret Ross and Margaret Stewart hosted lunch.
Five special films from Brandon University film service were shown with projectionists Mark Gilchrist Brent Mossop and Scott Morton thanked. The group did not cover costs but enjoyed the experience of old film. The Drop-In now features a color photo book of senior citizens and their gardens by Leah O Callaghan.
U C W gathered October 7 at Mrs. A Hill home with eight members present. Worship opened with Come Ye Thankful People Come and Psalm 65 read by Mrs Reynolds. Mrs Bonner read Small Thanksgivings. Mrs Ellerington led prayer. Reports covered church drapes and refinishing entrance doors. Finance Committee noted broader refinishing needs. Treasurer noted 39 talent dollars outstanding as fall supply list issued including garments and quilt kit. Cards gift wrap to be ordered for Bazaar. Tea served by Mrs Clegg. Adjourned.
Twenty nine Golden Age members and about as many visitors gathered at Crandall on October 20 for a Miniota area meet. Community Centre decor pleased attendees as Mrs J Cook led with greetings and congratulated Mr and Mrs Lew Leland on their 60th anniversary.
The Hesse couples twenty fifth wedding anniversary was celebrated with a supper in Isabella Community Hall on October 9 1976 attended by fifty relatives. Best man Robert Scarth led a toast and gifts were shared plus social dancing and memories. Music by Paul Rogers. Coffee maker and money presented. Lunch by Isabella Ladies.
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