Dominion Birthday Party in Ottawa Draws Canadian Cast
The Dominion Birthday party, 112 years old, was held in Ottawa with an all Canadian cast and attendance by Prime Minister Joe Clark and Gov Gen Edward Shr eyer. In Birtle the annual bash was rained out while Hamiota Red Sox beat Souris. Over 50 swimmers take lessons at the south end this year.
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Wright quits job after lottery windfall in Stratford
Bob Wright of Stratford Ontario wins one million in the provincial lottery and immediately leaves his job. He will also collect unemployment insurance benefits until eligibility ends, arguing the act allows benefits for those actively seeking work. The column critiques the system and calls for restoring public trust as Joe Clark forms a new government.
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Grasshoppersinvade Yakima County Prompt Unified Action
Reggies Ramblings notes federal and state authorities mobilizing to battle grasshopper plagues across Yakima County Washington. The column recalls historical pest outbreaks in Manitoba and nearby provinces while touching on Ontario biker gang crime concerns.
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Yakima County
Washington
USA
Manitoba
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