Political promises fade in the public service glare
A columnist recalls grandpa’s view of promises as token gestures and contrasts it with modern Canadian politics. The piece recalls slogans from the past, criticizes Sheila Copps, and cites editorials from multiple Manitoba papers debating promises, GST, pensions, and Liberal credibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grandpa
Public Service
Yankees
Glenboro Gazette
Sheila
Minnedosa Tribune
Hamilton
Grenfell and Esterhazy
Grenfell Sun
Copps
Esterhazy Miner-Journal
Gravelburg Tribune
Mulroney
Tring
Sheila Copps
Local notes recount a century of Glenboro events
A mosaic of items from 1896 to 1966 highlights census work by Jas Mitchell, Hazelwood plant sales, a flourishing ice cream parlor, a near drowning of driver Walt Henry with trotting horse Jerry Boston, seasonal creamery closures, medical amputations, wheat yields, military promotions, local illnesses, school tenders, graduates, fires, engagements, hospital plans, anniversaries, and community milestones in Glenboro and area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. Mitchell
Hazelwood
Wawanesa
Walt Henry
Jerry Boston
Souris
Henry
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