Retirement tribute and community notices from Hamiota
The community honors retiring George Duchart from the local Elementary School with a gathering and best wishes. Visitors Bill and Margaret Coombs recount a two month trip to Halifax and Kelowna for family milestones. Also noted are multiple social visits, travels to Boissevain for the Masonic Memorial Auditorium opening, and a weekly Thought for the Week urging forward progress without harming friends.
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George Duchart
Elmentary School
Harvey
Barb Brown
George
Hamiota
Wayne
Kelowna
B.C
Coombs Cottage
Bill
Margaret Coombs
Victoria B.C
Margaret
Victoria
Halifax
Bob
U.C
John
Ruby Mathison
Gertrude Rankin
Grandma Caldwell
Herb
Jean Lynas
Lynas
Jean
International Peace Gardens
Boissevain
Masonic Memorial
Jim
Nora Mathison
Red
Ruth McConnell
Nelson
Eula Woods
Jack
Eleanor
Lynne Flewitt
Minto
National Mail
Alan
Bonnie Scott
Peace Gardens
Fred Asselstine
Linda Mathison
Norman McTavish
Cardale
Peter Funk
Winnipeg
Shoal Lake
John Rankin
Begin says Iraq reactor strike justified amid reelection bid
Menachem Begin argues the June airstrike on Iraq’s nuclear reactor was justified while facing reelection as Israel’s prime minister. He stresses the action as lawful defense and necessary to prevent nuclear threat.
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Menachem Begin
Israel
Understanding Insurance Proceeds and Living CPI Riders
Senior Update explains how policy proceeds can differ from face value due to dividends loans and interest deductions. It outlines payout options including lump sums income streams and lifetime annuities with guaranteed periods and survivor provisions. The piece introduces Cost of Living CPI Rider plans allowing automatic face amount growth with CPI inflation and features dividend and premium adjustments.
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O Ou
Gas pumps switch sparks price debate in Canada
A Canadian reader recounts a dispute over moving from gallons to litres for gasoline in 1980. He argues price hikes followed the unit change, cites seven Liberal increases, and alleges Ottawa pockets profits from energy sales. He calls for an impartial energy inquiry and criticizes the Tories for blaming “lies” in 1980s campaigns.
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Ottawa
Ontario
Canada
Liberal Party
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Jack Coombs
Art
Betty Oakden
Larry
Judy
Terry
Lynne
Stacey
Kelly Castle
Creston
Manitoba
MS. Hanson
Toronto Sun
Tay Vdl
Wallflowers
Optometrists
Suburban
Vivienne Bodeau