Canada Mining Aims For Record Growth By 1975
The Commercial Letter of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce projects Canada as a top minerals producer with 1967 output valued at 4.4 to 4.5 billion dollars, aiming for over 7 billion by 1975 in 1967 dollars. It warns expansion faces tariffs, skilled labour shortages, transport costs, and tax changes. The Bank notes exports reach 90 countries, with the U.S., U.K., and EEC as major buyers, and expects the mining sector to stay dominant globally.
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West German lifts ban on east German publications
The Bonn government will lift the July 1 ban on East German newspapers and magazines for six months, allowing sale at newsstands in the federal republic with a reciprocal condition for West German offerings. The move marks the first time East German titles are available publicly in West Germany and is framed as progress toward freedom and reader choice.
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First computer set Bible rolls off presses
The first computer set Bible edition published by the British and Foreign Bible Society has printed 100000 copies, all snapped up by educators and the British book trade. Illustrated with maps and line drawings, it sells in Britain for 1.50 dollars, with strong overseas demand expected, especially in Africa.
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Weir urges new start with Indians Metis in Manitoba
Manitoba Premier Walter Weir told delegates at the Indian and Metis Conference that a fresh approach and honest dialogue with native communities are needed for a new treaty. He cautioned that reserves cannot sustain all and promised an open door while noting the old ways have passed.
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Metis Group Approves Manitoba Constitution
Metis people authorize a new constitution for a Manitoba organization aimed at uniting the Metis and pursuing equality with white neighbors and treaty Indian cousins. Housing is listed as the top priority in the plan.
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Nothing Turns Up In Bug Hunt
Opposition members of the Saskatchewan Legislature feared electronic bugging of the lounge and caucus rooms and phones. An RCMP search led by Supt. Ross found nothing, Premier Thatcher noting such insinuations are often used in campaigns. The report was read to the Legislature amid tensions over speakers and proceedings.
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Concert Hall Receives Special Liquor Permit
Sinnitoba's Centennial Concert Hall, opened for 7.5 million, was issued a special liquor permit. Liquor commission chairman N E Rodger said the license was an exception for the venue, noting public enterprises rarely receive such permits as they tend to become profit making affairs.
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Monument Dream From the Red River Flood Legend
In 1826 a disastrous Red River flood was described as a divine miracle punishing the wicked and prompted John Pritchard to plan a Fort Garry ruin monument. Francis Heron recounted Pritchard's idea to build a grand memorial from the swept away fort ruins, but the project faded from history as fate and winds prevailed.
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A Stinking Job If There is One Drilling in Newfoundland Waters
A Pan American Petroleum geologist notes the Arctic Endeavor faces tough seas and storms as drilling runs off Newfoundland. Icebergs are less of a worry than tropical storms, fog and six foot waves. A missing drill pipe ended up as ballast in a unrelated vessel. Still, crews seem slow but capable.
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March CPI Edges Up on Clothing and Tobacco Taxes
The Dominion Bureau of Statistics reported the consumer price index rose to 153.2 in March from 152.7 in February, boosted by higher clothing prices and tobacco and gasoline taxes in some provinces. Food prices fell, offsetting gains, with the all items index up 0.3 percent month and 46 percent year over year. Clothing led increases, while health and personal care items held steady.
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