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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 13, 1969
Page
2
Ottawa opposition argues new estate tax plan by Finance Minister Benson could force sale of small farms and family businesses. They warn the reform lowers thresholds to as little as 20 000 dollars plus 10 000 per child, endangering bequests to children and widows.
Readers react to a Canadian Forces School of Intelligence and Security article from Camp Borden proposing expanding Canada's military security branch into a tool for riot control disaster response and civil security. Critics warn such secret police powers echo Nazi NKVD KGB history and threaten freedom.
Manitoba MP E. B. Osler urged a federal study on the Nelson and Churchill river development that would flood large tracts and displace communities like Nelson House with about 1,200 residents. He blamed Manitoba plans and said the federal government faces a $170 million line cost while the province resists reconsideration.
Thirteen candidates contest four Manitoba provincial by elections on February 20 in Birtle Russell Churchill Morris and Wolseley. Conservatives Liberals and NDP field full slates with one independent in Churchill. Incumbent seats and resignations shape the race as parties seek to maintain a majority in the 57 seat legislature.
The Senate finance committee warned inflation is a serious problem caused by successive deficits and faster government spending than economic growth. It urged restraint and balance, noting last year's spending rose 14.2 percent and current spending may rise about eight percent with new year appropriations. The panel called inflation creeping and then unacceptable, seeking wider powers to push for fiscal restraint.
The Vegetable Growers Association of Manitoba urged the federal government to replace numeric produce classifications with words like extra fancy and choice. The request followed the group’s annual meeting, held Thursday, as part of a push for clearer quality terms in marketing.
Karen Joanne Colman and Wesley Fans were married at Treherne United Church on December 28 at 4 30 p m Rev D G Stewi officiated Miss Dorothy Darin provided wedding music The bride wore a crepe gown with lace bodice and detachable lace train She carried a white lace heart with red roses Bridesmaids wore lime green dresses with daisies Best man was Robert Turner and ushers Gordon Turner and Kevin Kitchell After a reception the couple plans to reside in Brandon
The Canada Grains Council was launched with aims to coordinate efforts across government and industry. It will act as a clearing house to manage differing views, improve liaison among industry segments, promote research, and report recommendations to the federal cabinet, while not binding the government.
Defence minister Leo vauieux announced plans to introduce legislation this spring to alter pension plans for many public servants. The finance department is studying all options, with no specifics yet on increases for current or retired workers. Cadieux noted servicemen with 15 to 25 years could gain deferred pensions or receive pension contributions back, while those with 20 or more years would face no change. changes may allow pensions at age 60 for some, but details remain under study.
Health Minister said Alberta will reserve judgment on joining the federal medical care insurance plan. It hinges on federal provincial constitutional talks this week. Dr. Ross noted questions remain whether Alberta Ontario and Quebec will join in 1969. Ottawa’s spending estimates imply about $40 per capita and roughly $800 million for a full year if all provinces join. The Feds meeting could alter Ottawa’s share.
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