Uruski outlines two phase reform for WGSP in Manitoba
Agriculture Minister Bill Uruski proposes a two phase overhaul of the Western Grain Stabilization Plan to better shield farmers from price swings and rising costs. The plan would set per crop support on 10 year inflation adjusted averages and fund via a six percent premium, with second phase using provincial production costs and allowing extra protection purchases.
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Winnipeg
Bill Uruski
Manitoba
Uruski
WGSP
Canadian Wheat Board
Ottawa
Legion Auxiliary Meets in Hamiota with New Officers
The Hamiota Legion Auxiliary met on November 28 1984 with 19 members and 3 guests. New members Joan Foxton Cheryl McPhaden and Maude Bryant were initiated. Elections named Mae Taylor President Maxine Cumming Vice President Francis Kirkpatrick Secretary Lorraine Miller Treasurer Nora Knight Warden Betty White Welfare/Cards Lola Davis Reporter. The group planned a December 11 Christmas Party and noted Remembrance Day activities and a November 17 mixed bonspiel. Also announced was a Canada-wide cookbook fundraising project.
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Maude Bryant
Mae Taylor
Maxine Cumming
Francis Kirkpatrick
Lorraine Miller
Nora Knight
Betty White
Lola Davis
Legion
Hamiota United Church
Alice Pedlow
L. Jameson
Grace
Birch Lodge
Florence Grey
Gordon
Tom Ferris
Brandon
Correction issued on Lyndon Johnston Hall of Fame reference
A newspaper apologizes for misreporting Lyndon Johnston as inducted into the Hall of Fame. The story clarifies he was recognized for his achievement, not inducted, and emphasizes the need to review full context before publishing headlines.
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Lyndon Johnston
Lyndon
Hamiota Skating Club reorganizes for upcoming season
The Hamiota Skating Club announces a new season with Mavis Smith as president and Heather Sheane as secretary. Lorraine Brooks is treasurer and Lynda Mathison the skating co ordinator. Ringette groups for girls 14 and under include 14 and under 12 and under 10 and under with early steps for 7 and under. Interested joiners should contact the treasurer as lessons begin once ice is ready.
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Hamiota
Mavis Smith
Heather Sheane
Lorraine Brooks
Lynda Mathison
Sharon Holden
Donna Sazaras
Karen Lyall
4-H Beef Club Potluck Supper Highlights Tenure Awards
The 4-H Beef Club at McConnell Community Center hosted a Potluck Supper on November 16 attended by about 75. Speakers celebrated the 4-H for Friends for Fun for Learning slogan and former members shared activities. Members earned Program Completion Certificates and multiple seals and leader certificates were awarded to Lindsay Bridge Desmond Little Carla Bridge Rena Little Keith Bridge Jack Boyd and Margaret Boyd. Keith Bridge and Dale Little presented appreciation and trophy donations certificates. A former member Lindsay Bridge received a club gift.
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McConnell
McConnell Community Center
Lindsay Bridge
Desmond Little
Carla Bridge
Rena Little
Keith Bridge
Jack Boyd
Margaret Boyd
Dale Little
Senior Citizen Day at ACC Assiniboine Community College
Assiniboine Community College in Brandon hosts Senior Citizen Day on Thursday December 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Education Minister Maureen Hemphill announced programs to boost senior participation in education, including free tuition where vacancies exist, new courses for seniors, and greater facility access. Director Richard Mackie calls it a first step toward expanded senior involvement in the Westman area. Activities include guided tours seminars demonstrations and information sessions plus free coffee and doughnuts. Transportation is arranged with Seniors for Seniors for Brandon residents needing service.
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Brandon
Assiniboine Community College
Maureen Hemphill
Assiniboine
Westman
Richard Mackie
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Saskatchewan
Alberta
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the Legion Ladies Auxiliaries of
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4-H Club
ACC
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