Consumer warnings in Agony Columns Across Canada
An examination of old agony columns shows a shift from romance to consumer complaints, warning readers about mail order fraud and fake invoices. Editors urge shopping at home to support local dealers, noting how nonlocal purchases often yield poor service and difficulties securing parts.
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Michigan
Boissevain Recorder
Esterhazy
Miner-Journal
RCMP
Mounties
Miner Journal
Bow Island
Innisfail
Hanna Herald
The
Herald
Beulah District Hometown News Highlights Local Visits and Milestones
Edmonton visitors Mr and Mrs Gerry Shepherd join Lou and Marlene Amy for the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Harry Cottingham of Birtle. A birthday supper honors Peter Gow on his 80th at Gerry’s farm August 6 with 22 guests and lawn furniture gifts. Dorothy Doole’s parents Ralph Rowan and Dorothy celebrate their 49th wedding anniversary at the same meet. Also noted are visits by Mrs Earl Gow Christine of Winnipeg and others from Hamiota and Winnipeg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerry Shepherd
Edmonton
Alberta
Lou
Marlene Amy
Shepherd
Marlene
Harry Cottingham
Birtle
Peter Gow
Gerry
Peter and Dorothy
Dorothy Doole
Ralph Rowan
Elkhorn
Earl Gow
Christine
Winnipeg
Margaret Frazer
Earle Mark
Gerry Steen
Hamiota
Winnipeg fruit show combines with flower exhibit in 1983
The 1983 Provincial Fruit Show runs August 18 and 19 at the St Vital Centre in Winnipeg, paired with the Winnipeg International Flower Show. Manitoba Horticultural Association sponsors the event featuring competitions in apples plums small fruits and native varieties. Portree notes cooperative weather and expects top exhibits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Finishing steers: judging readiness for market
Manitoba Beef Commission official explains how breeders can judge when a steer is finished. Key signs include a rounded body, balanced hindquarters, and visible fat pockets. pinch points and loin depth help assess finish. If uncertain, extend feeding to avoid underfat or overfat outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Manitoba Beef Commission
John Kruzenga
Kruzenga
Eastern Grassland Society
Manitoba Agriculture Office
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Fred McGuinness
Beulah District
By A. Milne and
D. Asselstine
Jack Wiltshire
Ken Mann
Surrey
B.C
Buck, Bardsley
Reid
Chartered Accountants
Minnedosa
Warner Buck
George Bardsley
Harold Reid
Rox-Shaw
Kenton
Armstrong
Fire, Auto and
Wawanesa Life Investments Real Estate
Iautopac
Ryan Hamilton
Ray Armstrong
Harvest Headquarters
Clement
Clement Farm Equipment Shoal Nc Russe i
Fenson
Remco
Remco Memorial
S. M. Pedlow
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