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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 07, 1973
Page
8
A Manitoba agriculture seminar at MacGregor Legion Hall runs March 6 7 and 8 from 1.30 to 4.30 pm. The Department of Agriculture sponsors provide speakers to explain tax laws and how to protect farm interests. Families including wives sons and daughters are invited. fee is $1 per family per afternoon.
Miss N Anderson returns to Russell after visiting Mrs Lamont Sr in the village. Birthday wishes to several readers. Scott Lamont of Brandon weekend visit. March meeting at Bagot hall with films on India. Birth news for Ken Holliday and Donna Rands. Erin Crealock wins 4H spiel at Edwin. Home life guidance on choosing wisely and fair penalties. Community travel reports include trips to the U.S. and Texas. World Day of Prayer observed March 2 with reflections on daily prayer.
The Canadian Wheat Board reports February grain exports topped 35 million bushels, the best for the month and surpassing prior records. Commissioner Vogel notes the gain shows Canada's transportation system can move large grain quantities when conditions are favorable, continuing a record run since last September amid unusually light rail disruptions this winter.
R C A Hunter, newly elected president of Ducks Unlimited Canada, announced a 1973 budget of 3 million for habitat development across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Maritimes. The program supports about 100 water management projects, bringing total environment funds since 1938 to 25 million, raised largely by Ducks Unlimited Incorporated in the United States.
Ottawa official Alex Hunt told Saskatchewan Dairy Association delegates that the United Kingdom joining the European Economic Community reshapes dairy trade. He said the common market will no longer dominate exports, leaving New Zealand, Australia, and Canada as major suppliers while the US and Soviet Union may become net importers. Hunt cautioned Canada to boost research and product development to maintain its cheese and skim milk powder positions.
Manitoba backbencher Cy Gonick calls the Churchill River diversion a white man’s act of genocide against Indian and Metis residents of South Indian Lake. He criticizes the plan as unnecessary and insists on knowing all facts before proceeding, citing historic encroachment and the need for alternative energy strategies.
Extension expert advises adding humidity to reduce fuel use but warns against over humidification. Condensation can dampen insulation, damage walls, warp wood, and foster mold. Use a humidity gauge to target 20 to 35 percent based on outdoor temperatures. For furnace mounted humidifiers or portable units, size by space and keep reservoirs clean. Regular cleaning and maintenance helps prevent odors and keeps units looking new.
The 1972 Municipal Board report shows debentures issued fell 12 percent to 66 million while city of Winnipeg borrowing declined 31 percent to 22.3 million. School divisions borrowed 12.3 million, down 34 percent from the prior year as bonds sold more easily at about 8 percent interest.
The Bank of Montreal announces the appointment of Mr. D P Stewart as Manager of the MacGregor ranch in Manitoba. Stewart joined the bank in 1959 and previously managed the Lac du Bonnet branch, Manitoba. He replaces Mr. Nobel transferred to Yorkton, Saskatchewan as Senior Account Manager.
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