Central Plains Reflects On 1970 Progress And Challenges
Central Plains Inc. reported a busy 1970 with regular board and staff meetings across Portage and other communities to relay its regional development message. President Henry Arthur warned of potential program cuts in 1971 amid budget limits and uncertain senior government support, while stressing agriculture as the growth focus and urging cooperation among farmers to build processing facilities and avoid external control. Clarence Riach echoed concerns over unmet expectations and urged careful staged growth, resource cataloging, and wider promotion to spark rural progress. The article notes involvement of Ted Dupley, Art Domes, and Wayne Pander, with plans to engage RM’s of Lakeview and Cartie r.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Plains Inc
Central Plains
Henry Arthur
Mayfeld
Regional Development Corporation
Arthur
Portage
Central’ Plains
Rm’s
Lakeview and
Cartier
Tem
Clarence Riach
Commerce
Len Evans
Riach
Rapeseed plant tour underscores Nipawin agri diversification
Manitoba farmers led by Wayne Pander visited Nipawin Saskatchewan and its rapeseed complex. Agrid Industries Ltd operates a 4.5 million plant with a 50 staff, paying farmers about five million for rapeseed over 100 miles. The site includes a crushing plant and a 1.5 million refinery producing oil used for edible products and margarine. The tour also included Saskatoon’s University of Saskatchewan R.O.P. feed lot and insights from Dr. J M Bell on rapeseed feeding and processing.
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River
Sask
Manitoba
Nipawin
Wayne Pander
Central Plains Inc
Agridndustries Ltd
Saskat
Canada
Great Britain
Australia
Asia
Latin America
University of Saskatchewan R.O.P
Saskatoon
J. M. Bell
Holland
Bell
Newfield Seeds
Yaa
Eee Estes
Schreyer Details Manitoba Public Auto Insurance Plan
Premier Ed Schreyer outlined most details of Manitoba's public auto insurance plan to start November 1. A three district rating system will price by year and model with a lifetime disability payment up to 50 a week. The basic package includes 50 000 third party liability, 200 deductible, up to 10 000 death benefits, 2 000 medical, and up to 6 000 for dismemberment or disfigurement. The plan aims to offer higher lifetime disability coverage than private insurers.
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Ed Schreyer
Manitoba
Schreyer
Tural
53Rd Parallel
Community Centre Fundraisers Raise Over Two Thousand Dollars
The Centre reports four winter fundraisers including lunch booth at the rink organized by volunteers, a production No No A Million Times No by Lionel Krader, a His and Hers bonspiel with a dance, and Barry's Barber Shop haircuts. Proceeds totaled over $2,000 with notable gains of $1,400, $274.62, $336.58 and $46 respectively.
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Bart Gregor
Munity Centre
MacGregor Lions Club
Barry
Lionel Rader
Sportsman's Dinner Draws Big Crowd in MacGregor
About 100 men and boys attended the annual Sportsman's Dinner at MacGregor Memorial Hall. Guests included Dave Smith of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Larry Sheperd from Portage la Prairie, Ron Wilkinson Manitoba wrestling coach, and Pete Langelle ex Maple Leaf. Messages stressed education, fair play, and sports involvement. Two films were shown by Fred Clark.
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MacGregor and District
Minor Hockey Association
MacGregor Memorial Hall
Dave Smith
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Larry Sheperd
Portage la Prairie
Ron Wilkinson
Manitoba
Pete Langelle
Labatt’s
Frank Sims
Mr. Smith
Winnipeg
Dallas
Saskatchewan
MacGregor
Fred Clark
Hockey And Skaters Wind-up Set For April 22
The MacGregor and District Minor Hockey Association and the MacGregor Figure Skating Club announce a wind up on Thursday April 22 at 6 30 PM in the MacGregor Memorial Hall. A pot luck supper will conclude the season. Players and families are invited to bring food and join in the celebration.
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MacGregor and District Minor Hockey Association
MacGregor Figure Skating Club
MacGregor Memorial Hall
Town Happenings From A Wintry Week To Easter Break
Reports describe a heavy two to three foot snow drift last Wednesday and Thursday blocking country roads and making highways slick. A milder weekend sent water running in streets as crows return signaling spring. Curling bonspiels at Gladstone and Shilo drew multiple teams. Easter holidays begin Friday with ten days off for students and staff. Dismantling of the old rink progresses rapidly with about 20 workers on Monday.
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Gladstone
Shilo
Brea
Wildlife group to purchase club jackets
The North Norfolk Macuregor Wildlife Association held an executive meeting Monday in the weed inspectors office with fair attendance. President Bill Bennett chaired as members decided to buy club jackets priced at 17.60 dollars, crest included. Interested parties should contact Clare Tarr. a deposit is required.
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North Norfolx-macuregor Wildlife Association
Weed Inspectors Office
Bill Bennett
Clare Tarr
Shower Honors Carolyn McGregor
A mixed shower was held for Carolyn McGregor on March 25 at the Arie Zona community hall. The bride, her mother, and the groom’s sister were seated by attendants. Gifts were presented by three young helpers, ending with a note of thanks from Carolyn. Lunch for about 60 guests followed.
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Carolyn ‘McGregor
Ariezona
Bill McGregor
Elsie Voss
Diane Hawkins
Elsie Bickford
Marjorie McIntyre
Valerie Bickford
Vera Kilfoyle
Cheryl D’athe
Carolyn
Census To Be Taken This Year In Manitoba
A census will be taken throughout Manitoba this year with Bob Douglas appointed Census Commissioner for the area including North Norfolk North Cypress north of the river Carberry and the east half of North Cypress municipality. About twenty census representatives will be needed and interested individuals should contact Bob Douglas or the Herald office for forms.
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Manitoba
Bob Douglas
North Norfolk
North Cypress
Carberry
Herald Office
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Ted Dupley
department of 1+ industry and commerce
Ag Ree
Corporation
ED Chant
MacGregor and District Chamber of Commerce
Vern McKelvy
MacGregor Chamber of Commerce
Toronto Maple Leafs
Larry Shepera
Herman Weber
Hazel Allan
Wildife
Carolyn McGregor
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