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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1967
Page
2
Herbert Simon describes computer experiments that simulate step by step human decision making. A bank trust officer task was modeled, showing the machine could predict stock and bond selections and shares. The aim is to use machines to understand human thought, not merely replace it, revealing intuition as a legible process.
The Winnipeg Tribune notes Ottawa computes CBC costs at 5.90 per Canadian head for the year ended March 31, by dividing a 118 million CBC deficit by 20 million residents. It highlights exclusions and selective collection for pensioners, students, MPs, hospitals, and others.
China wealth moves to Canada as investors seek safe havens beyond Hong Kong and Lebanon. Officials note a recent surge with over 10 million deposited in Canadian banks since May riots and an anticipated 40 million more. immigration visa applications from Hong Kong rise sharply amid shifting migration policies and regional instability.
Premier Duff Roblin of Manitoba urged harmony across Canada amid the Conservative leadership race. He argued the two nations in a single political state must be reconciled, replying to Opposition Leader Diefenbaker who warned the idea could end Confederation.
Early harvesting reports from the Prairies indicate the wheat crop may exceed prior expectations. The Dominion Bureau of Statistics notes first threshed samples grade well and good weather could finish harvest earlier. estimates of 1967 yields are pending, with projections varying among agencies. Wheat harvest is near completion in Ontario with about 40 bushels per acre, while other regions report mixed results across cereals, apples, potatoes, and hay in wet and hot conditions.
A July 15 double ring ceremony at Austin United Church united Beverly Mae Payne and Jacob Martens. Officiant Rev B Armistead and organist C Cole accompanied. The couple will reside at Pine Creek after a wedding reception for about 80 guests.
Premier Ross Thatcher and cabinet discussed a city brief urging a fair tax base for municipalities. The brief argued industries near Saskatoon should be taxed by services provided and benefits received, but rural disagreements hindered a solution. Mayor Sid Buckwold urged Saskatchewan’s stance as a dormitory region.
Citizens and prisoners face access issues at the Winnipeg Public Safety Building as the Winnipeg Police Commission seeks a policy review. The commission asked Manitoba Law Society to prepare a report after a closed meeting last week, with no date set for its release.
The proposed By Law has been submitted to the Council of the Village of MacGregor and has received both first and second readings. Dated at MacGregor on August 7, 1967, signed by A M Hay, Secretary Treasurer.
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