Testing Strength For Seams In Knits And Stitch Options
A guide on achieving stretchable knits seams using chain or lock stitches, with stitch length and tension tips. It discusses using textured nylon or polyester thread, adjusting needle thread tension, and testing on scrap fabric to prevent seam breakage during wear. It emphasizes experiments and sample testing to guarantee durable knitted seams.
Western Manitoba farmers report strong 1966 year
A preliminary University of Manitoba analysis shows Western Manitoba Farm Business Association members had a standout year in 1966 with 93 members earning higher average farm totals than 1965, 22 percent more net income, and an average ROI of 4.9 percent. Several farms surpassed $100 000 in capital, and average farm production rose by 2618 per farm, while costs climbed but remaining margins grew.
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Western Manitoba Farm Business Association
Gerry Ackerman
University of Manitoba
Agricultural Economies Department
Associaion
Manitoba Farm Business Association
Newdale
Miniota
Hamiota
Minnedosa
Neepawa
Manitoba
Carman
Agricultural Economics Department
Ackerman
Uni Pay
Roblin Rejects Extension To Scrap Commission
Premier Duff Roblin rejected extending the Manitoba Vegetable Marketing Commission on a voluntary basis until growers vote on its future. Minister Harry Enns announced the voluntary continuation for potato sales only until June 30, or until a referendum is requested. Critics argued the move delays resolution, while supporters warned it risks market disruption and political influence over producers.
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Duff Roblin
Manitoba
Harry Enns
Donald Baron
D. L. Camp
Campbell
B. J. Promick
Vegetable Growers’ Association of Manitoba
Vegetable Marketing Commission
Proznick
Proanick
Public road closing by by law North Norfolk 1967 MacGregor
Under The Municipal Act the Municipality of North Norfolk plans to close the public road south of the southerly limit of section 36 township 10 range 11 west of the principal meridian Manitoba. The plan shows the road in green and conveys title with mineral reservations to the Crown. The by law can be inspected at the MacGregor office during business hours and interested landowners may request a hearing if their land is prejudicially affected. Dated April 12 1967.
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North Norfolk
MacGregor
Manitoba
R. Fletcher Linklater
Municipality
Desjardins Opposes Medical Care Compulsion
Desjardins urged Manitoba legislature to reject a proposed medical care insurance program to start July 1, 1968, calling for a voluntary pattern like Alberta and proposing non government control with a 3 tier fee schedule. The request failed, eight members voting in favor. Health Minister Witney cautioned that Alberta plan may not qualify for federal swiatanee.
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Larry Dejardins
L - St. Boniface
Manitoba
Alberta
Desjardins
C. H. Witney
Swiatanee
Tax-Free Colored Gas Given Final Approval
Manitoba farmers win tax-free colored gasoline for farm trucks as the Legislature passes the third reading of four tax bills. Opposition Leader Gil Molgat denounces the process as contemptuous, noting delayed release of a study on colored gas. The measures also adjust tobacco tax timing and school tax rebates for districts not adopting single district division.
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Manitoba
Gil Molgat
House
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