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on time at 6 p.m. It made
its way east along 3rd Av-
enue and then north along
Main Street as spectators
of all ages lined the streets
to watch.
With so many great
floats, parade organizer,
Erin Woodcock, noted that
it was very hard to pick a
winner for the best float
recognition. However, a
winner needed to be cho-
sen. This year’s winner
was the Minnedosa Phar-
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with their radio flyer float.
However, while only two bonfire in the park, so that ganizing another Santa
floats were chosen as “the people could stay warm, Parade next year. “It’s a lot
best”, every float entered even though it was a beau- of fun and it’s a great way
was wonderful, and the tiful evening temperature to celebrate Christmas,”
amount of effort put in was wise. Sleigh rides with stated Erin, who is unsure
something worthy of com- Santa were available to whether any changes will
2
group. The entire evening
Ottawa the parade, some people
made their way to Tan-
truly demonstrated the Winnipeg Blue
true meaning of Christmas Bombers walked
ner’s Park for hot choco- spirit! along the streets
late, cookies and candy Woodcock said that sending Christmas
canes. There was also a they will definitely be or- greetings to fans.
The Minnedosa Tribune office will close for Christmas holidays at 12 noon on
Friday, December 22nd and remain closed until 9 a.m. Monday, January 8th.
There will be no paper published
December 29th and January 5th.
Our first edition of the new year will be Friday, January 12th, 2018
2 Friday, December 22, 2017 The Minnedosa Tribune
A Minnedosa local is
now working in Hua
Hin, Thailand, to combat
ing adoption papers, and
stayed for an additional
two months, “after com-
Through the work that is
done there, they now have
fourteen dogs and nine kit-
their own blood tests in-
stead of always taking the
animals to the vet clinic,
the epidemic of stray cats pletely falling in love with tens available for adoption. which is 15 minutes away.
and dogs. Jayne Soltys, the place.” She came back The greatest need for The Minnedosa Vet Clinic
daughter of Dan and Marl- to Canada for eight months, the program is always vol- has been very helpful to-
ies Soltys, started working when she was offered a job unteers. However, beyond wards this project, and has
for Rescue Paws in June. at Rescue Paws, and was this, they have a need for donated two large boxes
Rescue Paws is a non- back in Hua Hin, Thailand items such as towels, blan- of donations for the group,
profit organization that- two weeks later, and has kets, leashes, medications, which will be sent over with
provides health care and been there ever since. medical supplies, and any Jayne’s family, when they
treatment to stray ani- Currently, the group is other dog and cat related visit her for Christmas.
mals. While their primary helping 22 dogs and 11 cats items. “Here in Thailand, “When I showed our
mission is to address the at their facilities. However, our resources are a little vets the photos of some of
epidemic of stray cats and outside of their facilities, bit more limited, and we the items, they could barely
dogs, they also provide ra- their volunteers are hard must be very resource- contain their excitement”
bies vaccinations, parvo at work. They provide vac- ful with what we do get,” she said. Rescue Paws is
and distemper vaccina- cinations and parasite said Soltys. Any help from a very small organization,
tions, parasite treatment, treatment to over 300 dogs Jayne’s hometown would and Soltys said the best
deworming medications, in the area, but she noted be greatly appreciated! way to help is to spread the Facebook photo
and wound care as need- that, “unfortunately there Currently, the group word about what they do.
ed. are plenty more dogs that is trying to purchase their
F
work together, as well as ive of Minnedosa’s from Carman. The six Debbie and Alan Tarn are In order to raise funds for Joanne Clarke and Richelle
a Program Operator who youth bowlers will be bowlers will be curling as very excited about sending the trip, the kids’ parents Dunn.
works with and trains the heading to our nation’s one team. Minnedosa’s bowlers on are planning a cash calen- Madden is extremely
many volunteers. capital in March. They While in Carman, the trip. dar, among possible other proud of the youths, “it’s
Soltys’ job is to coor- will be representing Team three of Minnedosa’s bowl- The youths range in fundraisers between now going to be an amazing
dinate and organize all Manitoba in the Youth ers won cash prizes to- age from 12 to 18, and will and their departure in experience for all of them,
grounds activities for all Challenge. wards scholarships. Mat- be leaving Minnedosa on March. To purchase a tick- words can’t say how happy
staff and volunteers, and do The five bowlers are thew Dunn received $500, Wednesday, March 21st to et for the cash calendar, I am.”
the marketing and create a Curtis Madden, Matthew Curtis Madden won $300, travel to Ottawa, to return
social media presence. Dunn, Faith Clarke, Payton and Faith Clarke won $100. on Sunday, March 25th.
Jayne was in Thailand Moyer and Suade Moyer. They will enjoy a ban- They will begin their bowl-
in April 2016, and came We want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas
Out of the many bowlers quet while they are in Ot- ing challenge on Thursday,
across the Rescue Paws and the very best for 2018. We want to thank you all
who competed on Decem- tawa, and will be accom- March 22nd, and will bowl
program by chance. Hav- for your continued support.
ber 2nd in Carman, MB, panied by their coach, up to six games per day.
Alan Tarn, of Minnedosa “It’s a workout, and those
Inspire Studio will be closed
Bowl. The coaches are se- kids are tired by the end of
from
lected from each bowling it,” said Madden.
Dec. 24 to Jan. 18.
lane, and Tarn was chosen Since the great news
We’re taking some quality family time
to go this year, so it works came in, Debbie and Alan away.
out very well for the local are asking the youths to
youths. come in at least twice a
According to Char- week to practice. Many of
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The Minnedosa Tribune Friday, December 22, 2017 3
O n Wednesday, De-
cember 20th, Heri-
tage Co-op hosted an open
“We felt it was an op-
portunity to have a really
informal come-and-go
outgrown the space on the
second floor of the grocery
store. Now, Heritage Co-
house in their new admin- tour”, said Zacharias. In op office staff are work-
istrative office building on addition to the Co-op ad- ing in an up-to-date work
Main Street Minnedosa. ministration offices, the space, and each person
The open house ran from 2 building also houses MNP has space to spread out
p.m. to 4 p.m., and festive and the Alexander Jackson and work efficiently.
snacks were provided to Law Office, which were not Hopefully, the build-
guests. part of the tour. ing will have given guests
The event provided Zacharias is proud of an appreciation of what is
an opportunity for people the new office space, and done in the administrative
to tour the new building the fact that the local Co- offices. “I think that often
and have a visit with the op has grown quite a bit you see these buildings in
hardworking staff. “I know over the years. He is happy the community, and you
there has been a lot of cu- to have added some infra- don’t really know what
riosity in the community structure as far as expertise goes on inside. We have
about the building,” said goes, and also to have been such a connection to the
Lorne Zacharias, General able to give people a com- community, and we want
Manager of Heritage Co- fortable working space. people to be a part of that,” Photo by Darryl Holyk
op. The new building was Prior to the move into the concluded Zacharias. A steady stream of people took part in tours of the new two-storey
completed earlier this year, new building, staff in the Heritage Co-op Administration building and enjoyed
and has added a modern Co-op administrative of- refreshments and Christmas treats Wednesday afternoon.
A re you thinking of
starting your own
business? The Business
businesses. They are JMK
Electric and Special FX
Productions.
interest free. After 18
months, the interest will be
fixed at 6%.
through to start a business
in Manitoba. The program
guarantees that the person
“We’ve had really strong
eligible businesses so far,”
said Chantelle Parrott,
with Jon Kowal, he has
found it to be a successful
help to his business.
Builder Loan Program The program began One of the terms of enters into the loan agree- Minnedosa’s Economic Most recently, Spe-
might be perfect for you! with $25,000 in the bud- the loan is that new busi- ment with the intention Development Officer. cial FX Productions has
The program is a get, and so far each of the ness owners need to at- of running their business, Anyone interested can received the loan to as-
partnership between the two recipients have been tend a three-day busi- that they are serious about bring their application to sist Shay McLenehan in
Minnedosa Area Commu- loaned $5,000, leaving ness start-up workshop, it. Parrott, where they will investing in camera and
nity Development Corpo- $15,000 remaining. which is provided through Applications for the sit down and discuss the video equipment for his
ration and the Minnedosa The terms of the loans Entrepreneurship Mani- program can be submit- business plan and see if business.
Credit Union. It is a small are very reasonable for toba. It provides them ted to the Minnedosa they would qualify for the Parrott recommends
business incentive pro- someone who is thinking with the skills they need CDC, where a committee loan program. that anyone interested in
gram that is designed to of starting a new business. to do a cashflow projec- made up from members JMK Electric’s loan the program should apply
support small businesses The loan period is repay- tion, market assessments, of the CDC board and the was provided to him so sooner rather than later,
through business lend- able within 48 months, and marketing strategies. Minnedosa Credit Union that he could purchase the while funds are available,
ing, business training and and there are no repay- It will provide them with board will look over the supplies required to be- as it is on a first-come-first-
guidance. ment penalties. The first an understanding of how business plan and credit come an electrician, and serve basis.
The program is avail-
able to Manitoba resi-
Community Funding…
Twelve communities in the Riding Mountain Con-
F or this Festive Season, it gives me great pleasure to
extend Christmas Greetings to our citizens on be-
half of Council, Staff and our families.
A s your Member of Parliament, I wish everyone in the
Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa Constituency, “Best
Wishes for the Christmas and Holiday Season”!
stituency will share $86,189in funding through provin- It is our wish that you will be able to enjoy Christ- Christmas is a time for us to reflect on what is truly im-
cial community development funds. The Municipality mas this year with your families and friends. portant: our families, our friends and our communities. As
of Harrison Park will be granted $11,104 through the We extend a special welcome to those who have you celebrate this wonderful time of year, take the oppor-
Community Places program for renovations to the public come back to Minnedosa to be with their families and tunity to count your blessings and reflect on Canada’s good
washrooms at Sandy Lake. Community Places funding we hope that you have a wonderful time. fortune, rejoice in the memories of the year past, and look
will also be awarded to the Wasagaming Foundation Inc. It is our sincerest wish that 2018 will bring you forward with hope to the days ahead.
for window upgrades, in the amount of $5,293. Under the good health, happiness and prosperity. The holiday season reminds us to reach out to those
Hometown Manitoba grant program, the Municipality of Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! who may be less fortunate and who may be living with
Clanwilliam-Erickson will receive $5,000 for exterior en- hardships. It is important that we all make an extra effort to
hancements to the recreation facility. Throughout Mani- Ray Orr help our neighbours who may be in special need.
toba, over $2.6 million is being granted through various As we look back on this year, we can be thankful for
programs. the great prosperity we have as a country, even though the
global economy remains fragile. Canada can be proud of
From Our Member of being a model for other nations and being considered as
Bombers… the Legislative Assembly one of the world’s best countries to live in!
The Minnedosa Bombers will travel to Neepawa for We can be proud of the key position our nation has
a game tonight followed by a home game against Pilot
Mound tomorrow night (Saturday, December 23rd). Re-
cent home ice action saw the Bombers take on Killarney
A
s Christmas and the festive season draws near, it is
a perfect time to reflect on the past year.
As Manitobans, we have so much to be thankful
filled in supporting the development of values of freedom,
democracy and the rule of law in other countries that are
facing important challenges. We are extremely proud of
on December 9th with two goals scored by Shane Jury (as- for, and many simple pleasures in life that we take for the men and women of our Canadian Armed Forces and
sisted by Bryce Stephenson, Triston Grant and Matt Saler, granted. Too often we dwell on the perceived nega- other law enforcement personnel, who are instrumental
Michael Birch) and one goal by Triston Grant (assisted by tives instead of stressing all the positive things in our in protecting us from the violence of terrible regimes and
Derek Cameron and Bryce Stephenson). Unfortunately, lives. everyday crimes. Please keep them in your prayers, not
the Shamrocks earned four goals for the win. Then, on The Christmas message speaks of faith, peace, just during this Christmas season, but throughout the New
December 16th, the Bombers hosted MacGregor and suf- hope and love, which brings with it the anticipation of Year.
fered a loss of 8-2 with local goals scored by Wes Lewis all things new, a brighter future, and hope for a better On a personal note, I thank you for your support and
(assisted by Shane Jury and Brady Ingenmey) and James tomorrow. confidence to represent our Constituency’s values in the
McCarville (assisted by Clay Bergeson). The Bombers are As your representative in the Manitoba Legisla- House of Commons. My goal, as your Member of Parlia-
currently sitting in fourth place in the eastern division of ture, I am proud of the changes our government has ment, is to ensure that the government recognizes the val-
the Tiger Hills Hockey League with 11 games played, four made and will continue to make to enrich the lives of ues of the towns, rural communities and farms that make
wins and seven losses. all Manitobans, not only just for today but for future up the riding of Dauphin-Swan River-Neepawa. Whether it
generations. is by speaking in the House of Commons on your behalf, or
Christmas isn’t easy for everyone, and so at this
Wearing Out…. time of year especially, I encourage you to call your
putting forth your interests to the many Standing Commit-
tees, I have enjoyed working on your behalf. I will continue
First it was the decades old clock that gave out at the loved ones, your elderly neighbours, look after each to defend our resource industries and the rural way of life
Tribune office and now we bid farewell to the front door other and remember to take time to slow down and as the “Critic for Wildlife, Conservation and Parks Canada”.
bell, which I am pretty sure was installed when the cur- take it a little easier too. My wife Caroline and I wish you and your family a tru-
rent front office was constructed in the mid 1940s! A new I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and all the ly blessed and peaceful Christmas season, and a healthy,
wireless door chime, to alert us when a customer comes best in 2018. happy 2018!
in, has been installed and we will see how long this new
gadget lasts. I can almost guarantee it won’t give decades Greg Nesbitt Robert Sopuck
of service like its predecessor did!
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The Minnedosa Tribune Friday, December 22, 2017 5
T he Manitoba govern-
ment is strengthening
its support for heritage
Trust program provides $5
million over three years to
create endowment funds
tions are important to our
province, so are our small-
er museums, archives and
The ministers noted
that Manitoba has nearly
200 museums and 36 ar-
organizations across the within local community heritage organizations that chives, with about 75 per
province with funding for foundations for Manitoba carefully preserve our his- cent located in rural areas
two major capital proj- museums and archives. tory and provide educa- and 175 with charitable
ects and the creation of The Heritage Trust pro- tional opportunities to vis- status.
a new endowment fund gram will provide a maxi- itors,” said Wharton. “We In addition, the prov- 1887 – The Manitoba and Northwest Railway Company
for smaller organizations, mum of one provincial are working with heritage ince will contribute $8.75 has connected the station platform with Main Street by a
Sport, Culture and Heri- dollar for every two private organizations and com- million to the Royal Avia- further extension of a footwalk.
tage Minister Cathy Cox dollars raised by qualify- munity foundations across tion Museum as part of
and Municipal Relations ing heritage organizations. the province to create sta- its $45-million project on 1897 – The loose telegraph wire hanging from the poles
Minister Jeff Wharton an- The program will create an ble, long-term funding to Winnipeg Airport Author- on Minnedosa Avenue is a menace to people using that
nounced earlier this week. incentive for communities maintain these important ity property, with another thoroughfare.
“We have heard a to develop an endowment community infrastructure $1.25 million available
strong call for greater in- pool worth up to $15 mil- assets.” next year if private dona-
vestment from our heri- lion to support heritage The province will en- tion targets are met.
1907 – There are many complaints about the condi-
tion of the road to the cemetery. At a recent funeral, the
tage organizations across projects across Manitoba. ter into a three-year agree- The province will also
hearse almost turned over.
Manitoba,” Cox said. “We Greg Nesbitt, MLA for ment with The Winnipeg contribute $10 million
are pleased to announce the Riding Mountain con- Foundation to work with over five years to the Win-
support for two Winnipeg stituency, is pleased with Manitoba’s other 54 com- nipeg Art Gallery’s Inuit 1917 – A Boy Scout troop, with a membership of 23, has
institutions, which will an announcement that the munity foundations to ad- Art Centre, a proposed been formed at Clanwilliam.
help them attract visitors to Government of Manitoba minister the program. $65-million programming
the province and grow our has established the Heri- “This new initiative is hub to celebrate Inuit art 1937 – Minnedosa and Neepawa School Boards will join
economy, and we’re also tage Trust program, “Our an exciting breakthrough and Indigenous cultures to host the ninth annual musical competition festival in
pleased to create a new Progressive Conservative because endowments pro- through exhibitions, re- 1938 with Minnedosa hosting next year and Neepawa
partnership to provide sta- government is proud to vide sustainable funding search and education, and hosting in 1939.
ble, long-term funding for support our local muse- that can be counted upon house studio art and learn-
Manitoba’s museums and ums in the work they do to year after year,” said Rick ing programs for students 1947 – More than 1,400 people attended the official
archives for many years to preserve Manitoba’s his- Frost, chief executive of- including marginalized opening of Minnedosa’s new rink. Miss Dagmar Erickson
come.” tory,” said MLA Nesbitt. ficer, The Winnipeg Foun- youth. was crowned the Elks-sponsored carnival queen. She re-
The province an- “The New Heritage Trust dation. “The Heritage ceived 1,629,000 votes, almost one million more than her
nounced a new program program will help com- Trust program provides nearest competitor.
to support small and me- munities across Manitoba a unique opportunity for If your label reads
dium-sized museums and tell their stories for genera- those wishing to support 17 /12 /31 1957 – Town Council has passed a by-law for any house
It’s time to renew trailer parking within town limits to pay a monthly li-
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address, and telephone number. Only the writer’s 1967 – Basswoods Merchants advertising in The Trib-
name will be published; address and phone number une Christmas section included Basswood Co-operative
are required for confirmation. Anonymous letters will Association, Oliver Shewsut of the Basswood Lunch Bar
not be published. Letters that are deemed libelous, and Stan and Marge Betts of Basswood Hardware.
in bad taste, or describe an incident involving other
people, will not be published. 1977 – Effective January 1st, 1978, Minnedosa Auto
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vandalism when 39 windows of the Minnedosa Collegi-
ate were broken by persons unknow.
Our condolences to the family and relatives of Lachie year, ensuring that seniors collects information about returned to her by Decem- in Minnedosa, thanks to
(Scottie) MacDonald who passed away on December in the Minnedosa area re- what the seniors are in- ber 14th, so that she could Woodcock and her hard
2nd. Scottie was born and raised in the Basswood area. ceive their share of Christ- terested in, and some gift ensure they get to their re- work!
He also farmed here before moving to Virden. mas presents. ideas for them. She then cipients before Christmas.
Deepest sympathy to Laci Peters and Hayden Dono- Be A Santa For A Senior writes their number and She hoped to have the
hoe and members of the Peters family on the sudden is a program run by Wood- the gift ideas on a paper remaining eight Santa for
If your label reads
passing of Laci’s father Ken Peters of Cardale at age 55. cock out of the Minnedosa ornament to hang in the Seniors gifts delivered by
Congratulations to all who entered floats and took
part in the Santa Parade on Friday evening. Despite the
50+ Centre. She receives
names from individuals or
Christmas tree at the 50+
Centre. At this time, peo-
Tuesday.
She said the work she
17 /12 /31
It’s time to renew
fresh snow and -8 temperature folks young and old en- local churches of seniors ple from the community does for this is very re-
joyed the parade. who may not have family were invited in to choose warding, “it’s so nice, be- your subscription!
On Sunday evening folks from near and far enjoyed in the area to receive gifts an ornament, and they will cause you hear ‘oh it’s so
the United Church Choir’s Cantata and concert. from at Christmas time. buy a gift for that senior. nice that someone thought
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Woodcock takes the In total, she had 28 of me’, and then they give
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The Minnedosa Tribune Friday, December 22, 2017 7
Newdale News
By RAVEN’S GLEN WI Chairperson, Lynne meanour. Many from town at- ily of Pauline Senko who year. Newdale Raven’s
Tolton, welcomed every- Wayne Bradley ac- tended the funeral for passed away in Winnipeg. Glen WI has hosted this
T he Harrison House
“Meals for Seniors”
program hosted their 28th
one and thanked them
for their support over the
years. Many lucky win-
companied his mother
Eileen to the Harrison
House Christmas dinner,
Kenny Peters on Decem-
ber 15th in Cardale United
Church. Ken spent part
She has three daughters
Marilyn, Marcie and Kathy
and their families. Pau-
event for many years now
and it is a wonderful show-
ing of local talent from the
Annual Christmas Dinner ners went home with door Shaylyn Lamb came with of his working life at New- line and her husband Mike surrounding areas. Several
on December 15th with prizes, mostly sweet treats! her Grandmother Jean dale UGG elevator working bought the old Fairview familiar names are includ-
approximately 60 seniors, This will be Helen’s last Lamb and Shelby Watson with Daryl Mitchell, not at Hotel in Newdale and ran ed in the works for 2017 –
family and friends attend- Christmas dinner as she was there with her Grand- the Newdale Pool Elevator. it for over 15 years. Mike 18.
ing. Meals Coordinator, will be resigning the end of mother Marguerite Ware- The Strathclair Dinner passed away in 1973 and Sharon and her staff
Helen Caird, and all her the month. She has been a ham. Many others from chorus presented this sea- Pauline ran it for a year hosted a Customer Appre-
helpers provided a boun- great asset to the program the community brought son’s last performance, “A before selling and moving ciation Christmas Buffet
tiful turkey dinner with and will be missed for her friends or family along to Merry Musical Christmas” to Winnipeg. Daughters on December 13th at the
all the trimmings. HHMS big smile and friendly de- help celebrate the season. at Strathclair Hall on Satur- Marcie and Kathy both at- Leisure Inn when approxi-
Christmas Cantata
day, December 16th with a tended Strathclair School mately 90 people enjoyed
full house in attendance. and Marilyn was already in turkey and all the trim-
Appetizers served with hot Winnipeg taking her nurs- mings. Folks from near
apple cider and dainties, es’ training at St. Boniface and far attended and most
tea and coffee at intermis- hospital when the Senko’s everyone has enjoyed her
By HILLARY MILLER In addition to the de- it is just a busy time of year sion set the stage for this moved to Newdale. Pau- Sunday buffets through-
lightful singing voices, to try and get a big crowd,” holiday special! Everyone line had been in hospital out the year. They will be
O n Thursday, Decem-
ber 14th The Chancel-
lors hosted the Sandy Bay
goal in the third period to
finish the game with a 6-3
win. Jayden Morrice goal
up the game. With less than
a minute left in the second,
Plainsman scored to finish
(TITLE NO. 2537408/5)
The house at 213‐4th Avenue SW, Minnedosa is a 1 ¾ storey home originally built circa
Badgers. Early in the first tended for the game. the second period in the 1900. The house is approximately 1150 square feet with three bedrooms and one
period, Nathan Dornn, On Sunday, Decem- lead 2-1. The Chancellors bathroom. The kitchen cupboards, some flooring, bathroom, furnace, and electrical panel
with assists from Colin ber 17th The Chancellors played a strong third pe- have been updated. It is located on a large 120’ x 133’ lot with mature trees.
Robinson and Erik Barrett headed to Brandon to face riod, but were denied the
opened the scoring. The the Crocus Plainsmen. For win and found themselves The house is vacant and will be open for inspection on Saturday the 6th day of January,
Badgers answered back a second game in a row, with another 1 goal loss. 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
within minutes. The play Nathan Dornn opened the Today, Friday, Decem-
The property is sold subject to sale conditions approved by the District Registrar of the
continued with each team scoring in the first period ber 22nd the Chancellors
Neepawa Land Titles Office, and subject to Caveat Nos. 1041880/5 and 1041881/5.
trading goals for the first with assists to Matt Kowal head to Rivers for the an-
period. Three other goals and Riley Barrett. Plains- nual Christmas Classic. Property taxes are paid to December 31, 2015. Property taxes for 2016 and 2017 are the
in the first period were buyer’s responsibility as are outstanding water bills, if any.
STAMPS
scored by Austin Hall, as-
sisted by Braeden Good; The property will be sold subject to a RESERVE BID to be announced at the sale.
Carter Hedley, assisted by
A deposit of $10,000.00 in cash or bank draft payable to “Roy Johnston TDS trust account”
Braeden Good and Erik
Barrett and Liam Bach-
ewich assisted by Colin
Rubber or is required at the time of the auction.
For further information or a copy of the Sale Conditions, contact:
Robinson and Erik Bar-
rett. This finished the first
period with the Chancel-
Self-inking PAUL E. ROY
at
ROY JOHNSTON | TDS
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T he Minnedosa Christ-
mas Cheer Board has
spread their cheer once
bling to arrange them. “We
are getting people calling,
and we don’t want to turn
up with local 4-H members
for a toy drive and the Tan-
ner’s Crossing School LS!N
again this year. The Christ- them away,” said Nelson. group held a toy and paja-
mas Cheer Board opened The CP Holiday Train ma drive. Cheer Board vol-
up at the Dari Isle on De- was a huge help for the col- unteers did have to buy a
cember 4th, and has been lection of food and money few pairs of pajamas, since
collecting food and toys for the Christmas hampers. they needed to make sure
ever since. She noted that they did that the correct sizes were
This week, Colleen have to throw away some available to all of the kids
Nelson noted that the food that was beyond its in the families who were
Christmas hampers were expiration date, but that to receive them. Whatever
picked up on Tuesday, and they still received a lot of clothing is leftover will be
delivered to the remaining food donations from that saved for next year, and
families on Wednesday. event. “Everybody has any leftover food will go to
Cheer Board volunteers been very generous this the Minnedosa Food Bank,
include Colleen, Ruth Hut- year, just like every year,” “It’s nice because it all
ton, Chris Fisher, Janice she said, “we are pretty stays in the community,”
Wahoski and Carole Dal- lucky here, we have gener- said Nelson.
rymple. ous people in town.” In addition to the food
There were about 68 The Christmas Cheer and monetary donations
hampers this year, with last Board receives a lot of toys. made by members of the Photo by Hillary Miller
minute requests for ham- The Bargain Shop held a community, some local
pers coming in as late as toy drive, the students from businesses have made Colleen Nelson and Chris Fisher are just two of Santa’s
some generous donations. elves helping to make Christmas a little brighter for people in
Husky Energy made a Minnedosa this holiday season.
large monetary donation,
EMPLOYMENT TENDER
OPPORTUNITY
IN MEMORIAM HELP WANTED
Road Haul 2018 REQUEST FOR TENDERS The Municipality of Harrison Park is seeking an individual with excellent
Class 1 Drivers
Virden Wellview Golf Club House
interpersonal, analytical & organizational skills combined with a high
needed for deliveries in degree of professionalism.
MB & NW Ont.
Tender Package
(800) 665-4302 Under the direction of Chief Administrative Officer, the Assistant Chief
ext. 251 T.L. Penner Construction Inc., as the Construction Manager for Virden Wellview Golf
Administrative Officer is responsible for the day to day operations of the
Club, invites tenders from interested Trade Contractors for the construction of a new
or e-mail:
orderdesk@penneroil.ca
3,628 sq.ft. Club House located at Virden MB.
Municipality and human resource management.
All trade scopes except Mechanical and Electrical are requested.
CLASSÊ 1AÊ &Ê 3AÊ TRUCKÊ Qualifications:
DRIVERSÊ REQUIREDÊ In Loving Memory of Tenders marked: “Virden Wellview Club House” • Be a graduate of, or willing to enroll in, the CMMA program;
toÊ operateÊ semiÊ vacsÊ our Mom • Ability and experience working with the public;
will be received at the office of T.L. Penner Construction Inc.,
andÊ straightÊ vacs FLORENE OAKLEY not later than:
Ê inÊ SEÊ Sask. • Proven leadership and management experience;
who passed away
FullÊ orÊ partÊ timeÊ 2:00 p.m. January 4, 2018 • Strong written, verbal, interpersonal skills;
positionsÊ available. January 1st, 2013
and of our Dad
Tenders may be submitted any of the following ways: • Strong organizational and management skills;
WagesÊ basedÊ onÊ
experience. ISAAC OAKLEY
Hand Deliver to: 154040 RD 58N • Ability to work independently under minimal supervision;
R.M. Of Wallace, MB
ResumeÕ sÊ andÊ workÊ who passed away • Ability to prepare and present reports to Council;
Mail to: Box 2350, Virden, MB
referencesÊ to: January 1. 2016 R0M 2C0 Wages and Benefits:
CompetitionÊ By Fax: (204) 748-2600 • The right candidate can expect a salary that reflects their level of
EnvironmentalÊ Ltd. Time is…
E-mail: tschneider@tlpenner.ca education and experience;
POÊ BoxÊ 609 Too slow for those who wait,
Carnduff,Ê SK.Ê S0CÊ 0S0 Tender documents are available at the office of the Construction Manager. • The Municipality of Harrison Park provides an excellent benefits
Too swift fo those who fear, Tender documents may also be viewed at the Winnipeg, CARM and Regina
EmailÊ :Ê competition@ Too long for Construction Association offices. package for all full-time employees.
sasktel.net
Office : 306-482-3558 those who greive, The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all tenders received. The lowest or any tender may
not necessarily be accepted.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a detailed resume, cover letter,
Fax : 306-482-3574 Too short for All inquiries shall be directed in writing to: and 3 references by Wednesday, January 10th, 2018 at 4:00 pm to:
Charlie : 306-482-7897 those who rejoice,
Greg : 306-485-7833 But for those who love,
Tom Schneider Chad Davies, CMMA
T.L. Penner Construction Inc.
Time is Eternity. 154040 RD 58N, R.M. Of Wallace, MB Chief Administrative Officer
Box 2350, Virden MB, R0M 2C0
There is never a day that goes Municipality of Harrison Park
IN MEMORIAM
Phone: (204) 748-1400 Fax: (204) 748-2600
by that we don’t think of you E-mail: tschneider@tlpenner.ca
(39-2)
By mail: Box 190, Onanole, MB R0J 1N0
both with love, laughter, By email: admin@harrisonpark.ca
BORIS KRISTALOVICH
tears and happiness. Dropped off: 43 Gateway Street, Onanole, MB
April 14th, 1917 –
Together forever. HELP WANTED The Municipality of Harrison Park wishes to thank all candidates for their
December 25th, 1991 interest but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Love Brian, Michele
and family, A complete position profile is available upon request. (39-2)
Unable are the
loved to die.
Jim, Shelly and family. Southquill Health Services of Rolling River First Nation
x Employment Opportunity
For love is immortality.
~Emily Dickinson Jordan’s Principal Child First Initiative – WEST REGION CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES INC.
HELP WANTED Respite Worker - Casual Positions Available invites applications for a
Forever remembered Position Summary: CASUAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
by your family.x
Harrison House Meals Winnipeg Sub Office
for Seniors Program in New- The Respite Worker will work under the supervision of the Jordan’s
WILLIAM TROTT Reporting to the Administration Manager, this individual will be responsible for
dale invites applications for Principle Child-First Initiative Case Manager to provide respite care and
May 26th, 1940 – providing receptionist duties and administrative support for the WRCFS Sub-Office,
the permanent position of services for families with children of all ages. The Respite Worker will
December 29th, 2013 located in Winnipeg.
Meals Coordinator. This pro-
be hired for a period of one year with opportunity for extension of
gram is responsible for pro- Duties will include:
We miss the sight
viding 3 meals per week and employment based on further funding and excellent job performance. • performing receptionist duties
of your smile, • maintaining records and filing
entails 15 hours per week of
We miss the sound Duties can include: assisting with child supervision during • performing reservation clerk duties as needed
work. Please apply in writ-
of your laughter, programing, mentoring, childcare, cleaning/lighthouse keeping, cooking, • ordering, tracking and distribution of office supplies
ing stating experience by Dec
We miss the feel • operating and maintaining standard office equipment
ember 27th to Box 65, New- driving, other duties as required. • preparing and distributing purchase orders and taxi requests
of your kind presence
dale. Phone 204-849-2081 for • provide coverage to Administration team as needed
more information. (39-2) x Qualifications: • other related duties as required
Forever missed,
Forever loved. • Ability to work independently and as a team member Qualifications:
Doreen Trott and family. ADVERTISING: • Demonstrate written and oral communication skills • Minimum grade XII with training and/or experience in office administration
x • Ability to apply critical thinking skills required • Knowledge of switchboards along with excellent telephone etiquette would be
THE BUILDING • Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
an asset
• Computer training and/or experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is
PATRICK JORDAN BLOCKS TO • Willingness to work evenings and weekends an asset
WOODCOCK SUCCESS! • CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain • Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and
to meet and deal effectively with people
January 22nd, 1987 – • Valid Manitoba Driver’s License an asset
December 24th, 2016 • Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry checks mandatory • Knowledge of and appreciation for Ojibway culture and aspirations are essential
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Willingness to take training as provided • Must be bondable
Goodbyes are not forever, • Others as deemed necessary • Must be able to work as part of a team and be a team player in a fast paced
Goodbyes are not the end. environment
They simply mean I miss you, • Must participate in staff development relevant to the position
until we meet again.
Salary: Based on Qualifications
SALARY: Commensurate with experience and training and according to provincial pay
Closing Date: December 20th, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. scale.
Loved and missed by
His family. The successful applicant must provide WRCFS with a current Criminal Record check that
Please forward resume with cover letter stating your qualifications and includes a Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry check, Prior Contact check
THINK and Driver’s Abstract prior to commencement of employment. Travel is required. A valid
Let them know you are strengths to the attention of: driver’s license and access to means of reliable transportation for work is a condition of
ADVERTISING Ms. Victoria Blackbird employment.
out there with an ad in Jordan’s Principle Case Manager
IS EXPENSIVE? DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Tuesday, January 2nd, 2018
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OBITUARIES
Deborah (Debbie) Faye Bowes (nee Johnson) of Brandon, MB passed away unexpectedly at Ivy Hazel (Ross) Mum-
home at the age of 58 years. Born August 31st, 1959, the sixth child of Albert and Clara Johnson, mery, passed away peacefully on
she grew up on the farm outside of Minnedosa. Upon graduation, Debbie moved to Edmonton December 19th, 2017, at the Per-
to pursue a career in drafting. While in Edmonton she met and married Doug Bowes. After sonal Care Home in Minnedosa,
marriage, they moved to Perth, ON and began their family. While in Perth, Debbie enjoyed and Manitoba. During her 95 years,
excelled at many artistic projects. Her paintings often reflected childhood memories. She shared she never strayed too far from
her talent with many people young and old. Debbie was an avid gardener and could make plants Town or Bethany, where she
grow in any environment. The greatest joy in her life was the birth of her children – Johnson, was born to Alexander and Han-
Camie and Keirsten. Debbie stayed home to raise her family and also became second “mom” to nah Ross in 1922.
many of her children’s friends. After her children were grown, Debbie moved to Brandon to be Predeceased by her parents
closer to her family. Up until her passing, Debbie worked as a caregiver for individuals with dis- and siblings Effie, Evelyn and Frank; Ivy
abilities who she referred to as family. is survived by her children: Bob, Bruce, Peggy,
Surviving are her parents, Albert and Clara Johnson, son Johnson (Amber), daughters Camie Shirley, Mark, Marva, their spouses, grandchildren,
and Keirsten and precious grandsons, Evan and Thoren. Debbie also leaves her brothers Barry great-grandchildren and great greats.
(Georgina), Garth (Valerie), Stephen (Heather) and sisters Barb (Conrad), Ruth (Andy), Lorraine Ivy was an intelligent, loving wife and mother who appreciated a good book, a challenging
(Tom), Linda (Rick) and Heather (Greg). Debbie will also be remembered by numerous nieces, crossword puzzle, a game of Scrabble and a sentimental movie. In her youth, she enjoyed sports
nephews, extended family and friends. and the outdoors and was a Girl Guide troop leader. She completed grade 11 in 1939, and over
The funeral service was held December 5th from Minnedosa Covenant Church with Paster her lifetime worked and volunteered in the community while raising six adopted children. A
Jeff Loewen officiating. Fire Commissioners daughter, she and her sister Evelyn called firemen announcing emergency
In lieu of flowers, family and friends may donate in Debbie’s memory to COR Enterprises (a locations before telephone recordings or pagers were invented. She worked at Chipperfields
day service for adults with intellectual and/or physical challenges) 364 Park Ave. E. Brandon, MB, store, was a Homecare worker and later, PCH Recreational Director and Medical Clinic clerk. In
R7A 7A8 , or Minnedosa Personal Care Home, Minnedosa, MB, R0J 1E0. the 1970s, with hospital and carehome connected, she worked alongside her husband, daughter,
brother-in-law, and daughter-in-law’s father.
DOREEN AMELIA JENNER She married fireman, welder, Melville Russell Huntley Mummery in 1942 and together, they
September 19th, 1920 – December 15th, 2017 formed quite the troop. Meeting beautiful Ivy had an initial impact on Mel. “We were playing
hockey and she bodychecked me into the boards,” he would laugh. Her shooting skills amazed
Doreen Amelia Jenner passed away peacefully at the him and she was the family bookkeeper. Mel never got over selling his newly won satellite dish
Minnedosa Personal Care Home at the age of 97 years. She was for a R.R.S.P., but he understood her determination and strong heart. With Mel, they ran his weld-
born in Brandon, MB daughter of Linton and Amelia Smythe of ing business and later, renovated a historic house.
Elton Municipality. She received her education at Gorley School. Every June, until late September, Ivy would pack up the kit and kaboodle and move to the
She met and married Lesley Jenner of the Moore Park district Feb- lakeside cabin at Minnedosa Beach where she made lifelong friendships. On front street over-
ruary of 1942 where they took up residence on the Jenner Family looking the Town, her sister and parent’s summer get-a-ways close by. Ivy cooked on the bonfire
Farm. Doreen was raised with traditional values and learned with not an ash in the eggs, led Red Cross Swimming lesson registrations and would help the
the skills of a woman of her era. She entered the work force as a annual tenters with extra freezer space, a call home or help pulling out a fishing hook caught in
housekeeper in the area and then at the Brandon YMCA, in the someone’s ear.
kitchen where she acquired her love of baking. She always had your A natural mother, she problem-solved and was intent in helping her family to a point where,
personal favourite desert on hand if she knew you were coming for a as adults, they would call home when not feeling well, just to hear her voice and medical instruc-
visit. tions. An early feminist, she insisted in being Mrs. Ivy Mummery, and instilled in her children a
They raised four children Marlene, Linda, Ken and Diane multicultural, empathetic view of all cultures in society. Ivy always had a singing canary and dog-
on the family farm. Doreen actively participated in the day to day gie by her side and used to sit enjoying a cup of tea while upstairs, all manor of musical sounds
operation of the farm alongside Dad. She always grew a large garden and would descend from trombone, clarinet, recorder, drums and accordian lessons.
canned and froze produce to feed her family. When the family grew and left home her love of gar- Ivy was a founding board member for local minor hockey, serving one term as president of
dening changed from providing for the family to the beauty of flowers. She loved to share these the Minnedosa Minor Athletic Association. Before consolidation, she was elected as a member
plants and they live on in the gardens of family and friends. of the School Board. Often Ivy worked in the rink canteen while husband Mel, made the ice. She
Doreen believed in leaving the world a better place than she found it and was an avid volun- canvassed for The United Way, the M.S. Society and was a longtime member of St. Marks Angli-
teer, starting when the kids were young as a founding member of the local 4-H sewing club. She can Church. Proud of her Scottish heritage, she donated and later, mended the memorial flags
was involved with the local Women’s Institute (WI) acting in several executive rolls, attending along Heritage Village.
provincial conferences. She was involved in the Moore Park community club where she was in- Sentimental, Ivy preferred not to attend funerals. A donation to charity would be a grateful
strumental in the creation of the Moore Park School Memorial Carin and upgrading of the Cem- gesture in her memory.
etery.
Doreen compiled and recorded local and family history. Later in life her volunteerism grew
to include The Horticultural Society, and as a Director of the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame.
BUSINESSES SUPPORT
dren. The children proudly display her seasonally themed sewing projects. Doreen decided she
wanted to learn to paint so she took a class and has left the family with many landscape paintings.
Mom and Dad took many trips with her family, travelling to BC, Alaska and Yellowstone. Doreen
YOUR COMMUNITY!
travelled to England with family and found great joy in driving to Helsean-way, the place where
her mother’s house had been. She took many bus tours and then jumping on the train to visit her
family in Saskatchewan. At 85 she took her first helicopter ride.
She was a sports fan watching the Blue Jays and listening to the Wheat King games.
Doreen was predeceased by her parents, Linton and Amelia Smythe, her husband, Lesley When you support the businesses in your
Jenner, her daughter Marlene Leonard, her great grandson Maxwell Leslie, her brothers, Sam and
Wenty Smythe, brothers-in-law Robert Kilfoyle and William Lacey.
home community, those businesses can
Doreen is Survived by: Daughter Linda (Allan)Leslie and children Amber (Aaron) Fornwald, return the favour by providing donations
Joel (Kate) Leslie, Steven (Cindy) Leslie and Vic (Shawna) Friesen, Son Ken (Karen) Jenner and
children, Robyn (Jeff ) Koffman and Justin Jenner. Daughter Diane(Rob) Pankhurst and children
and sponsorships to events, attractions,
Jennifer (Darcy) Beeler and Zachary Pankhurst, Grandchildren Rick Leonard and Loriann (Dan) programs and athletics in your
Chicoine, son-in-law Jack (Winnifred) Leonard. Great grandchildren Matty, Ella and Anthony
Forwald, Taylor and Brooklyn Friesen, Nolan Koffman, Kinley and Kade Beeler. Sisters Joan Kil- community. Without your support,
foyle and Betty Lacey and numerous nieces and nephews. those businesses cannot give
The family would like to thank the staff of the Minnedosa Personal Care Home for their ex-
cellent care of Mom while she was there. back to the things which make
Funeral services were held at the Minnedosa Funeral Home on Tuesday December 19, 2017. a community a great place to live!
Interment in the Minnedosa Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Minnedosa Personal Care Home or the Dr.
Khandelwal Primary Care Centre.
Minnedosa Funeral Service in care of arrangements.
www.minnedosafs.ca
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The Minnedosa Tribune Friday, December 22, 2017 B-3
Christmas Lessons From Timer selling cars, auctioneer- Timer throughout his life- he recalls that he and his
ing and being a long-time time, and he gave to his family laughed about the
Mayor of Rapid City. A community in so many incident for nearly an hour.
diversified and full life, he ways, including spending Christmas has
has met and loved many many years on council in meant a lot to Timer
people along the way, not- Rapid City. While those over the years, and he
ing that what it is all about days were tough, the de- notes that the older he
is friends and family. pression years taught him got, the more he thought
One of his first a lot about life and sharing. about the holiday for
memories of Christmas Every Christmas, younger generations.
was Christmas Eve when his mother would make To this day, Timer
he was about five-years- a Christmas pudding for is still in charge of cook-
old on. Timer shared a supper. He missed this ing the Christmas tur-
room with his three broth- during his years in the key. This year, he will be
ers, and on that night, they military. He was over- spending Christmas at
heard a clatter outside seas for Christmas one his son’s house, and still
their window. They looked year, and while there was has the perfect method
out, and saw a man jump- a meal cooked for him for the perfect turkey.
ing over a fence, who, ob- and his comrades, he not- The lessons I have
viously, had to be Santa ed that it was never the learned from Timer and
Claus! As it turned out, it same as it was back home. his stories about spread-
was not Santa, but their Many years lat- ing goodwill at Christmas,
neighbour’s son, but that is er, when he and his late will be lessons that read-
neither here nor there, the wife, Sophie, had their ers can take away too, and
magic of Christmas lived own children, a cherished apply to their own lives.
in their hearts that night, Christmas memory was Firstly, Christmas magic
as Santa hopped the fence. bestowed on him once can come in all shapes
By HILLARY MILLER ing of Christmas, which er’s cousin came to visit Christmas, in again. He and Sophie and sizes, you just have to
he exhibits every day. He his family, and referred to those days, was a more were preparing Christmas be watching for it, even if
H
as
arold
commonly
‘Timer’
Hyndman,
known
Hyndman
is now the oldest resident
of Rapid City, and has so
many wonderful stories
him as ‘Old Timer’, which
his siblings thought was
funny. The nickname
modest event than it is to-
day, as it was during the
depression years. Timer
gifts for their two young
children, Cathy and Frank.
It was about 11 p.m., and
it is only your neighbour
jumping a fence. Second-
ly, even when you haven’t
has seen many Christ- to share about his life. stuck, and was eventu- recalls the spirit of giving they each went upstairs got much, there are those
mas celebrations. The He was bestowed ally shortened to Timer. was strong in his commu- to put gifts on their kids’ who have even less, and
92-year-old Rapid City with the nickname ‘Timer’ Timer has spent nity, and people helped dressers. Timer went into the opportunity to share
resident can teach all of when he was about three- his life on the farm, serv- each other out as needed. Frank’s room, and Sophie is always present. Christ-
us about the true mean- years-old, when his moth- ing his country in the war, Sometimes, a Christmas went into Cathy’s room. It mas is less about the get-
gift was something as was dark, but he saw the ting, and more about the
small as an orange, which silhouette of what he as- giving. Thirdly, Christmas,
was treasured by the lucky sumed was Frank lying like life, is best spent with
recipient. One year, Tim- in bed asleep. He crept those you cherish. Fourth,
er’s father had a neigh- into the room, and began Christmas traditions are
bour build a sleigh for him. to place the gifts atop the a thing of beauty – espe-
The cost was two dollars. dresser, when a tiny hand cially when it comes in the
“Back then, presents were reached out from under- form of a perfectly cooked
very scarce,” recalls Timer. neath the bed, and “Got- turkey. Lastly, and quite
“We were fortu- cha!” rang out into the possibly most importantly,
nate, we had two cows,” darkness. Frank was not in when you have an oppor-
said Timer, “and we used the bed, but was lying un- tunity to grab Christmas
to give a lot of our milk derneath it, and was cer- magic by the ankle, take it!
away to others that didn’t tain he had caught Santa You never know what may
have too much.” This com- Claus by the ankle. Timer come of it!
munity spirit stayed with just about hit the roof, and
o f
in gs
t on
ree s
G S ea
e
th
There may be a chill in
the air, but our hearts
are warmed by thoughts of
our many good friends
and neighbours at this special
time of year. Thanks, folks!
Letters to Santa
Merry Christmas
& Many Thanks!
For all the support
you’ve given us, we will
always be grateful.
For your friendship,
we are deeply
blessed.
MNP.ca
The Minnedosa Tribune Friday, December 22, 2017 B-5
Every Who down in Whoville liked Christmas alot. "They're finding out now that no Christmas is coming!
But the Grinch who lived just North of Whoville did not! They're just waking up! I know just what they'll do!
The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Their mouths will hang open a minute or two
Now, please don't ask why. No one quite knows the reason. Then the Whos down in Whoville will all cry boo-hoo!
It could be, perhaps, that his shoes were too tight. That's a noise," grinned the Grinch, "that I simply must hear!"
It could be his head wasn't screwed on just right. He paused, and the Grinch put a hand to his ear.
But I think that the most likely reason of all And he did hear a sound rising over the snow.
May have been that his heart was two sizes too small. It started in low, then it started to grow.
But, whatever the reason, his heart or his shoes, But this sound wasn't sad!
He stood there on Christmas Eve hating the Whos, Why, this sound sounded glad!
Staring down from his cave with a sour, Grinchy frown Every Who down in Whoville, the tall and the small,
At the warm lighted windows below in their town, Was singing without any presents at all!
For he knew every Who down in Whoville beneath He hadn't stopped Christmas from coming! It came!
Was busy now hanging a hollywho wreath. Somehow or other, it came just the same!
"And they're hanging their stockings," he snarled with a sneer. And the Grinch, with his grinch feet ice-cold in the snow,
"Tomorrow is Christmas! It's practically here!" Stood puzzling and puzzling. "How could it be so?
Then he growled, with his Grinch fingers nervously drumming, It came without ribbons! It came without tags!
"I must find some way to keep Christmas from coming! It came without packages, boxes, or bags!"
For, tomorrow, I know all the Who girls and boys He puzzled and puzzed till his puzzler was sore.
Will wake bright and early. They'll rush for their toys! Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn't before.
And then! Oh, the noise! Oh, the noise! Noise! Noise! Noise! Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store.
There's one thing I hate! All the NOISE! NOISE! NOISE! NOISE! Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more!
They'll stand close together, with Christmas bells ringing. And what happened then? Well, in Whoville they say
They'll stand hand-in-hand, and those Whos will start singing!" That the Grinch's small heart grew three sizes that day!
Fahoo forays, dahoo dorays And then the true meaning of Christmas came through,
Welcome Christmas! Come this way And the Grinch found the strength of ten Grinches, plus two!
Fahoo forays, dahoo dorays And now that his heart didn't feel quite so tight,
Welcome Christmas, Christmas Day He whizzed with his load through the bright morning light
Welcome, welcome, fahoo ramus With a smile to his soul, he descended Mount Crumpet
Welcome, welcome, dahoo damus Cheerily blowing "Who! Who!" on his trumpet.
Christmas Day is in our grasp He road into Whoville. He brought back their toys.
So long as we have hands to clasp He brought back their floof to the Who girls and boys.
Fahoo forays, dahoo dorays... He brought back their snoof and their tringlers and fuzzles,
"And they'll sing! And they'll sing! And they'll SING! SING! SING! SING!" Brought back their pantookas, their dafflers and wuzzles.
And the more the Grinch thought of this Who Christmas Sing, He brought everything back, all the food for the feast!
The more the Grinch thought, "I must stop this whole thing! And he, he himself, the Grinch carved the roast beast!
Why for fifty-three years I've put up with it now! Welcome Christmas. Bring your cheer,
I must stop Christmas from coming! But how?" Cheer to all Whos, far and near.
Then he got an idea! An awful idea! Christmas Day is in our grasp
The Grinch got a wonderful, awful idea! So long as we have hands to grasp.
"I know just what to do!" The Grinch laughed in his throat. Christmas Day will always be
"I'll make a quick Santy Claus hat and a coat." Just as long as we have we.
"This is stop number one," the old Grinchy Claus hissed, Welcome Christmas while we stand
As he climbed to the roof, empty bags in his fist. Heart to heart and hand in hand.
Then he slid down the chimney, a rather tight pinch.
But if Santa could do it, then so could the Grinch.
He got stuck only once, for a minute or two.
Then he stuck his head out of the fireplace flue
Where the little Who stockings hung all in a row.
"These stockings," he grinched, "are the first things to go!"
Then he slithered and slunk, with a smile most unpleasant,
Around the whole room, and he took every present!
It was quarter of dawn. All the Whos still a-bed,
All the Whos still a-snooze, when he packed up his sled,
Packed it up with their presents, their ribbons, their wrappings,
Their snoof and their fuzzles, their tringlers and trappings!
Ten thousand feet up, up the side of Mount Crumpet,
He rode with his load to the tiptop to dump it!
"Pooh-pooh to the Whos!"
he was grinchily humming.
B-6 Friday, December 22, 2017 The Minnedosa Tribune
HELLO
& HAPPY
HOLIDAYS
As we wrap up another
holiday edition, we’d like to
deliver an extra measure of
thanks and best wishes
to all of you.
Sending wishes of
peace, love and joy
Here’s hoping all your news this holiday season.
is good news this season. Thank you for your
valued business.
We look forward
to working with
We hope your you in 2018.
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Ham Turkey
If you are planning to opt out of turkey this year, and choose a ham for the
centre of your table, you should go with a sweeter wine. A German Riesling The days of only serving white wines with poultry are gone, and now there is
or a Zinfandel is recommended. These are lighter wines and are lower in a newer school of thought on the matter. That being said, a Sauvignon Blanc
alcohol, and will help cut the salt in the ham. If you prefer a red wine, you is always a safe choice, and will not disappoint. For a turkey that is baked to
should still choose a lighter wine such as a pinot noir or a Tempranillo. perfection, a pinot noir will go nicely, since it is a lighter wine. If you want
something a little bit richer, look for Californian or Chilean Pinots. If you cook
a turkey that turns out on the dryer side, prepare your table with a dry Rosé.
Prime Rib
These will be rich in fruit flavours and very juicy, which will help combat a dry
turkey. If you are going off-tradition and opting for a smoked turkey, a red
Zinfandel is the way to go. The stronger wine will be able to hold its own next
to the flavourful smoked turkey. This is a fruity wine which does well with
If you decide to do away with poultry all together, a prime rib is best sweet or smoked meats. If you want to go one step further with your turkey
served with a red wine. Almost any red wine will suffice, as each will bring and have it fried, a sparkling wine will be wonderful as the high acidity of the
out a different appreciation for the tender meat. A Cabernet Sauvignon, sparkling wine will cut the fat and salt.
Zinfandel, Shiraz, Tempranillo, Carmenere, Malbec, Merlot, or Bordeaux will
suit it nicely. White wines are often not suited to a prime rib, but if you insist,
a White Burgundy Chardonnay will not let you down.
Chicken
Turkeys can often be a bit much, especially if you have a small group for
Christmas this year. In this instance, you might decide to have a roast chicken
in its stead. If you are roasting the chicken in its own juices, a light white,
such as a Sauvignon Blanc or a light red, such as a Pinot Noir is the way to go.
If you are serving your chicken with gravy and a lot of vegetables, you might
want something more substantial, such as a Côte-du-Rhône. If you are
serving sides that have some sweetness to them, it might still be best to serve
them with a Cabernet Sauvignon or a Shiraz.
Dessert
Dessert is often paired with a dessert wine, but a nice Sherry or Port will
do well. Sherry and Port will pair especially well with a pecan pie, while a
sweet Muscat will couple beautifully with a Christmas pudding. Mince pies
are best suited to Madeira, but failing this, Port will also be wonderful. If
you are a chocolate lover (and who isn’t?), you will need an extra sweet wine,
such as an Aged Tawny Port. If you prefer a white wine with your chocolate, a
Muscat will also be a perfect pair.
Whatever colours your table this year, you now have a loose guide to
the perfect wine pairing. If you happen to stray from this guide,
may cup runneth over with Christmas cheer nonetheless.
B-8 Friday, December 22, 2017 The Minnedosa Tribune
SEASON’S
EATINGS
Hope your
holiday serves
up a hearty
portion of peace
plus an extra Let Heaven and
helping of joy.
We know serving
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L king Back...
Christmas Traditions
By Hillary Miller The tradition of In the late 19th Thomas Edison’s assis-
decorating the Christmas century, the tradition had tants came up with the
Decorating the tree began in Germany become widely practiced. idea of electric lights for
Christmas Tree around the 16th century. Europeans preferred Christmas trees.
Christians would build smaller trees, reaching In the first week, a tree in
considered heathen tradi- which also reduced the among lovebirds. Mistle-
tions, along with Christ- fire hazard of wiring can- toe was revered in many
mas carols. Any obser- dles into the trees. It was ancient civilizations for its
vance of Christmas day, around this time that cities healing properties. It was
other than a church ser- and towns began deco- a favourite in Greece for
vice, was a penal offense, rating trees in the town its help in curing many ail-
and people were fined squares, and the tradition ments, such as menstrual
for hanging decorations. was truly solidified. cramps and spleen disor-
It was not until the 19th ders. The romans believed
century, with the influx CHRISTMAS TREE it could be used against
of German and Irish im- TRIVIA epilepsy, ulcers and poi-
migrants, that it became son.
more widely accepted. The tallest living Christ- The romantic tra-
In the 19th centu- mas tree is believed to be dition of kissing under the
ry, many North Americans the 122-foot, 91-year-old mistletoe likely started
found the tradition odd, Douglas fir in the town of with the Celtic Druids in
but the tradition still held Woodinville, Washington. the 1st century A.D. It blos-
strong. The first recorded somed even in the cold
instance of a decorated Most Christmas trees are winters, thus it was viewed
Christmas tree was in the cut weeks before they get as a symbol of vivacity, and
1830s, although German to a retail outlet. was used for both humans
settlers in Pennsylvania and animals with the hope
had community trees that Christmas trees generally of restoring fertility.
they decorated as early as take six to eight years to The idea of mis-
1747. In the 1840s, Christ- mature. tletoe to promote fertil-
mas trees were still seen as ity continued on for many
pagan symbols, so many 100,000 people are em- years into the Middle
North Americans did not ployed in the Christmas Ages. By the 18th century,
accept them. tree industry. it was a tied and true part
Queen Victoria of the Christmas tradition.
and Prince Albert were in- 98 percent of all Christmas The tradition of kissing
strumental in the spread- trees are grown on farms. under the mistletoe be-
ing of the tradition, when came popular with British
the two were sketched 77 million Christmas trees servants, when men were
with their children around are planted each year. allowed to steal a kiss from
a Christmas tree. Being On average, over 2,000 any woman standing un-
that the pair was adored Christmas trees are plant- der the mistletoe. If the
by their subjects, the tradi- ed per acre. woman refused, this was
tion immediately became considered bad luck. An-
fashionable the world You should never burn other tradition holds that
over. your Christmas tree in the the couple pluck a single
fireplace. It can contribute berry from the mistletoe
to creosote buildup. with each kiss, and to stop
kissing once the berries
Other types of trees such were all gone.
as cherry and hawthorns This Christmas,
were used as Christmas find someone you love,
trees in the past. make your way under the
fertility herb, and plant
one on them!
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Christmas 1957
A Minnedosa Christmas Shopping Spree
60 Years Ago
They are offering a a bite to eat at one of $12.95 to $19.95, sta-
Christmas Special on our local cafés. Where dium boots from $8.50
genuine loose leaf shall we go? The Do- to $9.95 or reversible
leather binders at a minion, Wilkie’s Lunch comforters for $9.95.
25% discount for stu- and Bus Depot, The Pa- Oh yeah, I al-
dents! Meanwhile, tricia or Jack’s Bakery most forgot, there is
over at Lowres Rexall and Lunch? You pick one last thing - we
Drugs we can pick up you’re favourite place, need a Christmas tree!
one of three types of I can’t decide as they all The Minnedosa Rotary
Zippo lighters ranging have fabulous menus! Club is selling them
in price from $3.95 to Before we head for $1.00 a piece at the
$5.95. While at Low- back into the stores, North American Lum-
res, let’s get our eyes let’s stop by the Lyric ber Yard. All proceeds
tested by our trusted Theatre and see what’s will be used for com-
community optomet- playing. Features in- munity betterment.
rist and pick up a half clude “Tarzan and the On December
pound box of Neilson’s Lost Safari”, “The Ad- 25th, once the Christ-
Cherry Chocolates in mirable Crichton” and mas meal is over and
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from local merchants. chrome kitchen suites for 80 cents. Allison”. Movie prices cise – let’s meet up at
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“We wish you all a Merry Christmas and hope that everyone is
able to enjoy this Christmas with family and friends. May this
Healthy Christmas season be a special one that is filled with peace and
joy for you. Merry Christmas and our
best wishes to you in 2018.”
Happy From
The Mayor, Council and
Lucky Staff of the
Blessed Town of Minnedosa