U S gas pumps switch to metric in Canada alert
The B C Automobile Association notes U S fueling remains mostly in old measures though metric pricing appears at the pump. Canadians learning U S litres equal the same, while the U S gallon runs about 20 percent smaller than the Imperial gallon, raising apparent costs for travelers in the Pacific Northwest and Midwest.
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B.C. Automobile Association
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Canadian
U.S
Pacific Northwest
Mid-West
Canada Hospital Week Emphasizes Energy Conservation Theme
The Canadian Hospital Association led by Jean Claude Martin promotes Health Care Priority for the 80s during Canada Hospital Week May 11 17. Chetwynd General Hospital pledges to cut energy costs and outlines steps such as timed equipment use, targeted lighting, more switches, and staff training to shut off taps burners and machines when not needed.
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Canadian Hospital Association
Jean Claude Martin
Coal deal uneconomic in B C and Yukon prospects
Vancouver report says northeastern British Columbia coal deposits fail to meet profitability with current prices. Industry sources cite required price around 75 dollars a ton for profitability, versus southern coal at about 64. Kaiser Resources notes its southeastern operations earn 63.99 to rise to 68.05 per ton, while government subsidies could alter economics. Oil and energy conservation material follows unrelated.
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Edgar Kaiser, Jr
Kaiser Resources
Public Notice for Four Wheel Drive Loader Tender
The District of Hudsons Hope will receive quotations for a new four wheel drive rubber tired articulated loader with a 17000 lb operating weight and 5500 lb load, SAE rated bucket breakout of 15000 lb, 15.5 25 tires, full enclosed ROPS cab, extensive gauges and warning lights, one year warranty, delivery soon, tender due May 28 1980 at noon local time. Fay E Lavallee Clerk Treasurer.
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Hudson's Hope
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