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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Apr 25, 1968
Page
2
The article compares farming to gambling, noting risks from weather pests and price swings, and describes how science, hybrids, and marketing strategies aim to reduce those risks. It emphasizes farming as a way of life valued by farmers despite hazards and financial uncertainly.
Ecologists note every action has consequences across time and space. Canadians, especially youth, are urged to count today toward a meaningful future through education and opportunity. Ambition comes from imagination and effort, not luck, and a clear goal makes life worth living. As William James said, the purpose of life is to spend it for something that outlasts it.
A Windsor Star youth feature argues that youth now faces the problem of aging between 21 and 22, prompting protests and revolt. It critiques adults for misunderstanding and hypocrisy while asserting youth’s grasp of its own issues and the ongoing tension between generations.
Iva Conboy of Chilliwack told the Royal Commission on the Status of Women that marriage laws reflect attitudes more than rules. She urged women to preserve identities, drop Miss or Mrs distinctions, and avoid giving up their names. Elsie MacGill backed the call stating she keeps her maiden name.
Manitoba Health Minister Jack Carroll told the Legislature that the province still pins hopes on Ottawa to rethink the compulsory medical care insurance plan slated to start July 1. He noted ministers questioning the federal program and urged continued talks to tailor criteria to Manitoba's economy while aiming to cover all residents with adequate Medicare.
In April 1842 reports describe frequent crop failures on the Red River due to frost drought floods and pests yet grain and flour milled from Stal exceeded demand. Officials note restrained sales and the possibility of discontinuing flour imports as surplus stock accumulates, with discussions of shipment and storage for the coming year.
John Enns a chemistry teacher at Morden was elected president of the Manitoba Teachers' Society last week. Other officers elected were Ed Kowalchuk first vice president Sister Marie Elizabeth second vice-president George Buchholz treasurer and Aubrey Asher past president. Enns plans to request a leave of absence to devote full time to the presidency.
NDP member Saul Miller accuses Manitoba's government of aiding a cooperative effort with other provinces to kill federal medical care insurance. Health Minister Witney defends delaying participation and outlines priorities, including mental health, preventive medicine, and medical training before any national plan.
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