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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 10, 1973
Page
2
A U S government report condemns misguided health product tests as an enormous waste and notes quacks exploit credulity. The Windsor Star cites wastes from Toronto soft drink disposal, Paris pigeons to birth control, and Britain’s garbage-to-fuel efforts, warning taxpayers bear the unseen costs.
The New Democratic Party joined the Liberal government in a minority arrangement, giving the government a temporary boost in confidence votes. NDP leader David Lewis said 31 NDP MPs will back the government initially, shaping the balance in the 264 seat House with 140 Liberals and 109 Conservatives among the totals.
The opposition majority in the Commons opened the new Parliament with the Conservatives and NDP pressing the Liberal minority government. Key figures, including David Lewis and Robert Stanfield, sparred over budget timing, tax plans, and a potential non-confidence motion as party lines sharpened.
The B C Forest Service resumes recreation work after a 20 year pause building remote campsites and facilities. In 1972 a four month pilot led to massive cleanup tasks as trash and pollution challenge planners. The service plans canoe trails raft runs and more cross country trails for hikers and campers.
Western leaders welcomed the Throne Speech noting recognition of western needs and promises to address them. Alberta minister Getty urged a premeeting of premiers to outline a joint western position on finances, while BC and Saskatchewan premiers echoed optimism. Manitoba premier Schreyer praised regional bank reforms and regional funding mentions.
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