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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 01, 1967
Page
2
Weather conditions look favorable for a record wheat crop, with exports and prices seen rising as demand grows. Fertilizer use has jumped about 25 percent this spring, per The Financial Post, and since 1950 world wheat trade has nearly tripled while Canada’s share climbs. No major production pullback is expected.
A London barbers association BRUSH surveyed 3000 men and boys 15 to 20 years old about long hair. They suggest equal rights motivate some to grow locks, but the writer doubts the theory and notes hair may simply be a natural male tendency or preference for the natural look.
A Cambridge University survey of 148 science instructors found 15 percent failed to reach an IQ of 118 on the 11 plus test, with some first class degree holders scoring as low as 110. The best scientist in a department had the lowest IQ. The results suggest IQ tests measure only potential ability, not overall effectiveness.
English youths adopt transistor radios built into eyeglasses with a directional antenna. The wearer must tilt head toward the transmitter, creating scenes of glasses perched on one ear as pedestrians walk.
General Motors of Canada unveils the 1967 Viva, longer and wider with a lower stance. It adds a roomy interior, new sleek styling, twin headlights, improved suspension, light steering, and a 95.8 inch wheelbase. Standard safety features include laminated windshield, seat belts, and enhanced interior trims. The Viva Deluxe adds arm crests, ventipanel, brighter molding, sound insulation, and luxury touches.
Arthur J. R. Smith told the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada annual meeting that by 1980 one third of Canadians may live in Montreal Toronto or Vancouver and another third in midsize cities with 100000 to a million people. He cited five drivers of rapid urban growth and outlined housing transport pollution and social issues from rising urbanization.
On April 8 1967 at 2 o'clock the Kenville United Church Durban Manitoba witnessed the marriage of Frances Jean Wilson eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs John Wilson Durban and Allan Robert Early second son of Mr and Mrs George Early Pratt Man Rev Houston officiated. The ceremony featured a gown of white Chantilly lace and silk organza with bouquet of pink roses. The bridesmaids wore electric blue gowns and carried white rose bouquets. After signed guest book 135 attendees gathered at Durban Hall for a reception and wedding cake. The couple plans to reside in Brandon Manitoba after a USA trip.
Public notice states at the July 1967 village council meeting a by law will be introduced to close that portion of Hampton Street east of Mill Street in MacGregor Manitoba as shown on Plan No. 210 with Crown exceptions. The by law can be inspected during office hours at the Village of MacGregor office.
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