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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 22, 1910
Page
1
Four men tied to a Hamiota burglary were captured at Oak Lake by local citizens. Much of the loot was recovered and authorities plan a speedy trial. The arrest is described as reminiscent of Jesse James era.
Tuesday morning a gang robbed R E Hunters of jewelry worth 4000 and Manitoba Hardware of about 200, stealing a horse and rig. The fugitives fled south, were chased to Oak Lake, and captured after resistance. Miniota residents planned armed town protection as phones buzzed for updates. Time will tell if burglars are stopped.
A barefoot man entered the Crandell store of Mr J Todd Friday night and took about 7 dollars in silver from the till left over night. He attempted to enter Mr J F Dennar's store but was disturbed by residents above. He fled and has not been heard from since. The stolen coins included a file nicked American silver dollar.
T Irwin of Baris reports a crop of 35 bushels per acre, above the average 25. Much grain reaches the elevators grading No 1 hard. Trade is at its best and townspeople are optimistic about prospects. The editor invites weekly news from the area.
The report notes rising grain activity at the government elevator with Bert wearing sponge clothing to absorb moisture. Wright handles flour and pricing. Fergy absorbs grain. A gasoline tank incident involving Long Dan is mentioned, with no serious harm. Bill Fergusson visited Douglas for an express purpose and cigars arrive from Mr Coltart, who is praised for recognizing business ability.
A town garden loses a bouquet while the owner was at Sunday school. The thief plucked the flowers and damaged vines around the windows, desecrating a local asset and provoking strong condemnation for the act and the thief’s dishonor.
A letter to the editor alleges brutal cattle killing by Cusack at a neighbor’s farm. The writer describes excessive shooting, torture with a rifle, and a saw used on a beast’s tail, and calls for legal protections and clear laws.
A collage of odd town anecdotes includes advice about living rats, gossip on Miniata maidens, a late night intrusion in a private house, a Sunday music lesson gripe, a salmon pink costume, a soap for puppy washing, and birds not leaving nests. The piece recalls crooks at Hamiota after closing time seeking Mr Hunter's jewelry, fleeing with clocks and a watch, with a later Brandon report noting government gifting of bravelets and a watch.
The Miniota Board of Trade invites citizens and farmers of Miniota and district to a mass meeting at Hawthorne's Hall on Thursday next. All residents are urged to attend regardless of membership, with emphasis on town welfare and community interest.
A meeting of the Board of Trade is set for Thursday at Hawthorne's Hall 8 30 p m to discuss new members and town progress. Citizens and farmers are urged to attend, with no obligation to join, to air suggestions and revive funds for the town’s benefit.
A parchment bearing traveler visits our village at night and roams the streets, gaining the freedom of the city. He swiftly vanishes after sampling local spuds and swill barrels. The marauder leads a party south of the track, then disappears before dawn.
Owing to the rush of the harvest neither of the proposed churches will be built this year at Isabella. It may be that the churches will amite ere long when a union church will likely be erected.
Ruthesford leads daily freight with H Gagnon and Fred Crowell as assistants. Crowell prefers freight breaking during fruit season. Passenger conductor changes move Mc Tanes to Winnipeg and W G Thompson to replace him. Morton leaves for Moosejaw, replaced by W J Soberk.
Added locals report a collision with a horse near Bryaut's farm injuring the animal while the rider escaped unhurt. The Presbyterian Ladies' Aid and Girls Guild announce a bazaar on Wednesday November 30 at Turner's Hall with supper served. Further notices will follow and Reverend H C McNeill is to preach a memorial sermon in Toulon next Sunday. An order in council proclaims October 31 as Thanksgiving Day this year. A suspicious prowler visited our office to size the vault. Several Robinsons and friends are visiting N Robinson. WANTED Girls with dressmaking experience or to learn, apply at Dressmaking Apartments over Ross Store.
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