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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 28, 1927
Page
8
Ontario will field 600 official representatives at the national Conservative convention in Winnipeg, set for October 11, highlighting the province's strong backing for the party.
Lindley Hodnett departed Friday for Winnipeg to begin studies at St. Johns College. He will pursue further coursework and continue his academic career in Manitoba.
Miss A Vanstone takes charge of English languages history and arts at Miniota school and the school now comes under the guidance of the regional high school system.
Farmers debate the cause of a widespread oat crop failure with frost in July cited as the most accepted theory though rust and other factors are also discussed. Experts at the agricultural college will investigate to determine the real cause.
A visitor in town praised the municipality roads calling them the finest he had traveled on. He noted speeds of 52 miles per hour with ease and stated that the costly road construction was money well spent, acknowledged by every car owner.
The municipality received about 66 applications from across the country. A large share came from Winnipeg and six from the local district. The council unanimously voted to appoint John Spalding, a choice many deem wise though some disagree.
A governing body asserts control despite mixed reactions. Leaders emphasize unity while addressing criticism and delivering on core duties. Public sentiment varies as officials outline plans and respond to dissent.
Earl Neleon alias she strangler will be tried in November at the opening of the fall assizes before Mr Justice Dysart. John Allen K C will prosecute and James H Stitt will defend. Neleon is accused of strangling two Winnipeg women and is thought to be linked to similar cases in parts of the United States.
October 20 will be Canada Day in Washington with the unveiling of a monument to United States citizens who died in the uniform of the Canadian overseas military forces. High Canadian officials and Dominion private citizens are expected to attend.
Anton Maze of Regina found six carrots growing from a single large spread stem. The six carrots were all of good size and distinct, weighing two pounds six ounces in total, forming a notable horticultural exhibit.
The Birtle War Memorial will be unveiled Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m. A hearty invitation is extended to the district to attend. The community recalls the strong representation at previous ceremonies and glad to return the compliment.
A speaker warns against discussing teaching staff on the train noting a teacher may be joining soon. The speaker cautions that mentioning names and doubting qualifications creates a poor impression on longtime residents and may affect merit.
A meeting of the Women’s Missionary Society of the United Church will be held at the home of Mrs W Vars on Wednesday afternoon September 28 at 3 PM. A Silver tea will be served at the close of the meeting. Everyone welcome.
Servicers are held in the United Church Arrow River on Sunday October 2 at 12 o clock. An announcement will follow about fall and winter Sunday school and church service times. Anniversary services occur October 6 with dinner program on Tuesday evening November 1.
On Monday night next week the W A of the Anglican church presents a program by Mr and Mrs Butler and Mr and Mrs Farmer of Brandon. It features musical and vocal selections humor and a twenty minute laugh provoking sketch. Refreshments and a social follow. Proceeds go to the basement fund. At Minata Hall 8 30 p m admission 50c.
The Canadian Wheat Pool Coarse Grains Department arranges direct oats sales from farmers in Saskatchewan and Manitoba to growers in oat short regions. Orders should be placed early before good oats are shipped. For assistance, contact the local shipping committee, the Pool elevator agent, or send orders to the Coarse Grains Department Winnipeg.
The Harvest Thanksgiving services linked to Holy Trinity Miniota and St Marys Arrow River occur Sunday. Arrow River service at 2:30 pm led by Rev. G L Armstrong with the sermon It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord. Miniota 7:30 pm sermon That which Thou Sowest with joint choirs from both churches performing The Lord gave the Word as anthem.
Canadian Pacific Railway again shines at the Toronto annual exhibition with a vast display. A circular panorama from Pacific to Atlantic Coast anchors the scene, designed by James Rockart of Montreal and built by four artists, featuring the Dominion’s landscapes and a model St Lawrence River port.
For sale items include a Western Queen cook stove kitchen utensils Simmons bed couch and bed clothes. Apply to Mrs Eo Clark phone 1915 Crandall ex.
Radio fans across the district followed the Tunney Dempsey bout broadcast from ringside for ten rounds amid imperfect conditions. Speculation grows on whether Tunney took a delayed count in one round or paused to recover. Tunney was declared the winner.
Steamship officials agree to three tariffs to boost business across fall spring and winter. The plan covers major lines including Majestic Bergergaria and Leviathan with reductions of 10 to 15 percent in the summer tier.
Rains hindered cutting and threshing across the west last week per the Canadian Pacific railway agricultural department. Cutting finished over large prairie areas and threshing is general. Farmers will plow once threshing ends, ground is good. Oats are a poor to fair crop in many districts with possible seed imports next spring. Potatoes look good. Cattle, horses, and sheep are thriving and will enter winter quarters well supplied.
A lighthearted verse parody about dress and propriety circulates from a Los Angeles paper. Readers are invited to enjoy the sly critique of fashion norms and censorship as a cheeky commentary on modesty and public taste.
An authority on civic development says progress begins when business leaders unite with mutual trust. Suspicion among rivals blocks action, but if they accept a level playing field and shared aim for the square deal, a basis for collective action emerges, paving the way for advancement.
A CN survey party reports return within three weeks from north of Mile 352 where the Hudson Bay line shifts toward Nelson. Steel spans from Limestone River bridge to Mile 355, to serve work trains before winter. Mile 305 38 right of way clearing progresses, and two boats sail Montreal to Nelson to aid Churchill port salvage. Four engineers and two hundred men push the project toward completion before winter.
Isabella residents note Earl Warren spent a few days at home last week. Miss Cotton visited Brandon for the weekend as Miss Geddes stayed with Mr and Mrs Brisbin. The thresher hum fills the air and grain yields look good. Frost lightly damaged potatoes and unharvested garden produce. The W M S conducted a fine Sunday night service at the church with Mrs Bowman delivering a missions address and the program well received.
Listing of church services across communities including evensong sermon mornings and prayer times. Rev G L Armstrong is vicar with morning prayer at Beulah and invitations extended to worship. Services occur on 1st 2nd 3rd and 4th Sundays at various times.
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