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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 06, 1969
Page
2
Article argues a theatre quota forcing Canadian content would harm the Canadian film industry. It cites historical British experience showing quotas reduce quality as producers chase guaranteed markets. It notes potential federal aid could help but warns quotas would be fatal to home productions.
The article discusses a 1970 proposal in Norway to raise sales taxes to 20 percent while eliminating most income taxes for all but the wealthiest, offset by tripling child allowances. It notes alignment with Common Market norms and questions how Canadians would fare under such a system. It also mentions Art Buchwald’s idea to focus on “lation” rather than inflation or deflation.
The piece notes Health Minister John Munro advocates stronger anti smoking action. It contrasts his quitting habits with Air Canada's policy that pipe smokers must switch to cigarettes. It cites Judy LaMarsh and Munro as former heavy smokers who quit, and jokes about turning the entire population off smoking.
The Canadian Conference on Research in Education heard that open plan schools foster better attitudes toward school and self and enhance curiosity and creative thinking. Roger Langevin of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education reported comparing two open plan groups, one with six years in the system and another new open plan cohort. The study found self discipline and maturity evident even to casual observers and refuted fears of wild or wasted time, noting independence without abuse. A second panel described an information Retrieval Television system enabling instant replay of educational broadcasts, outlining a joint Bell Canada Northen Electric project with Ottawa boards and the OISE.
The Maritime Loyalist Association says Manitoba Premier Walter Weir has joined. Elton Killam notes a letter of acceptance arrived after invitations to eight premiers. Replies from Smallwood, Campbell, Smith, Robichaud declined. Bertrand’s leader sent a polite reply. Alberta’s Premier Strom did not have information.
The Manitoba Medical Association backs the compulsory medical care plan starting April 1 for its premium passes to patient care but notes many doctors will practice outside the plan. Government reimbursement to patients remains a priority, with some doctors outside the plan promising prompt government refunds. Critics argue tax-influenced medicare costs double the voluntary pricing, threatening family protection and rising premiums.
A proposal to move the traditional Easter holiday to a regular spring break during the third week of March received support from the school board last week. The plan aims to provide a uniform mid semester break for students.
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