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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 24, 1908
Page
4
Early 20th century brief notes report varied events across Canada and U.S. railways including the Grand Trunk Pacific first regular westbound train from Winnipeg, Wright airship accident, and the Dominion Government planning the Hudson route. Also cited are local fires in Greenwood B C, a consignment of lime to Chicago Great Western, and a Manitoba wheat yield on a Portage Plains farm.
The tenth Parliament of Canada was dissolved on the sixteenth inst. Nomination days set for October nineteenth and elections scheduled for October twenty sixth.
A cyclone like storm struck Selkirk Manitoba Saturday evening lasting about an hour. For over half an hour the gale persisted and caused notable damage. Red River Park suffered substantial damage as many fine trees were broken.
The Miniota Board of Trade has not held a meeting for some time and readers wonder what has become of the body. The editor suggests an occasional gathering could strengthen the organization and boost its energy under the active leadership.
The wheat market remained steady to firm this week before a sudden two point drop on Wednesday. Prices for track Winnipeg and street hare are listed as readable. eggs and butter demand stays good and threshing boosts supply. Butchers seek cattle as farmers press on with harvest in northern regions.
Town residents report several yards that could pose health risks and require inspection by authorities. Officials vow to identify property owners and pursue action to improve conditions.
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