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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 23, 1964
Page
2
Editorial excerpts challenge the notion that machines can replace human editors. They argue that true editorial writing requires intellectual integrity and empathy for humanity, attributes a soulless machine cannot mimic.
A regional pattern shows higher two dollar bill availability in Montreal Toronto and Ottawa, with Winnipeg and Prairie areas lagging. Ottawa bank tellers issue one two for every three ones, while Winnipeg tellers payout 50 ones per two. The Bank of Canada declines to explain due to security concerns.
Robert Fulford in Maclean's argues 1964 marks rapid shifts in satire and realism. He notes a trend toward freer print and film depiction, citing Lady Chatterley’s Lover and Fanny Hill defenses and CBC programs challenging established norms.
UNA Mutual Insurance Society reports 1963 life insurance in force at 948 million with a 67 million rise, western Canada up 5 million. Assets exceed 9% million, deposits with Receiver General. February dividends total 448,996 to western credit unions with loan protection and life savings yields up to 51.5% and 54.7%. Regular inspections by the superintendent of insurance occur at Credit Union HQ in Hamilton.
A pack of semi wild dogs roaming Burns Lake British Columbia has killed at least three pet dogs in recent weeks RCMP and village clerk Tom Forsyth said the dogs reportedly hunt like wolves and that the RCMP will act if the dogs threaten humans but have not heard of parental concerns for children safety the size and origin of the pack were unclear
Government seeks a uniform speed limit across regions to simplify enforcement and road safety. Officials argue consistent rules reduce confusion for drivers and aid police administration.
Ottawa reports a federal retirement pension plan, framed as a compromise between Quebec and Canada’s revised bill, with Prime Minister Pearson outlining the proposal in Parliament. Aimed to secure provincial acceptance, it may include a larger share of personal income tax and immediate steps to adjust family allowances for Quebec students aged 16 and 17.
In Austin, Manitoba, ratepayers at the Community Hall debated dog taxation. The vote originally set rates at 2 dollars for males and 5 dollars for females, later rising to 5 and 10 respectively, prompting questions about the village committee’s powers and local democratic rights.
The Liberal push to fund and encourage new kindergarten classes was defeated. Government MPs amended the measure to keep decisions on kindergartens with local school boards while noting nine divisions already offer space. Education Minister Johnson cited available classroom space as justification. Opposition leader Molgat questioned construction funding but the amendment passed.
A century of private MPs acting independently has waned as cabinet and party caucuses loom large. Civil Service influence, expert bureaucrats, and a tightened backbench restrict member autonomy, while committees and procedure reforms promise to restore informed, independent scrutiny.
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