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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 06, 1964
Page
2
A discussion urges students to complete school rather than drop out as short term pay may tempt. Dominion Bureau of Statistics data show higher education leads to higher pay, with better long term job prospects, advancement, and reduced risk of falling behind in a fast changing economy.
A National flag debate centers on democratic rights and party discipline. The piece argues for a free vote, notes Liberal loyalty pressures, and warns that a Pearson banner approval could trigger public offense and national disunity while asserting ultimate sovereignty rests with the people through parliamentary democracy.
A Canadian Federation of Agriculture report presented at a semi annual meeting shows prairie farm operators earned less real income since 1949 while national average rose. Prairie income fell 10.9 percent, with 1949 figures $3091 in the prairies versus $1900 in Ontario. current figures $3915 and $4326 respectively.
The clipping lists numerous visits and hospitality across Winnipeg Treherne Elm Creek Gimli and Camp Shilo detailing guests Mrs L Aikens Mr L Jones Mrs J Watson Jr Ms Barbara Vigar Miss Shesti Tarr and others plus an upcoming community baseball tournament and two wedding anniversaries. It reads as a personal brief of local social activity with multiple family connections and travel.
A collection of quotes on procrastination and motivation. Don Marquis notes procrastination keeps one with yesterday while Shakespeare and Persius warn of delaying tasks. Mary Baker Eddy argues steadiness creates fresh opportunities every hour.
In Parliament Hill notes the Portage la Prairie Divisional school board won approval to site a new Collegiate on the west side of Southport Road opposite the Special Crops Substation. The move follows ministerial land release talks and local efforts led by Stan Case and Les Bell. The piece notes debates on bilingualism and Confederation reforms while referencing former PM Diefenbaker and a Royal Commission.
The House considers legislation tied to Ottawa provincial concessions from the March Ottawa conference. Finance Minister Wal ter Gordon outlines large new financial commitments or tax increases to meet provincial demands, amid tense exchanges with MPs over arms shipments and Cyprus.
The Manitoba Northwest Ontario Scout Jamboree crest, named Sokateiaho, was designed by Portage la Prairie District Scoutmaster Jack Hassard. It features the fitness triangle, Cree meaning strong heart, and symbolic Indian belts and animals with a round Cree shield motif.
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