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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 13, 1969
Page
2
California Supreme Court let a lower court ruling stand that failure to wear seat belts may be evidence of contributory negligence in auto accidents. The decision, not a formal ruling, could affect future liability lawsuits and may influence similar debates in other states.
A historical tale of American inventor Charles Burton who built a pedestrian safety device. After initial American sales near New York faced bans for safety concerns, Burton moved to London where royal figures and global patrons endorsed his invention. The device gained international success before Americans welcomed its return as a safer option for pedestrians.
Consumer Service and Information Branch in Ottawa warns about unsolicited credit cards mailed to individuals. Cards often require the cardholder to pay for all purchases by any user until written notice of loss or theft is given. recipients may keep or destroy the card, and must monitor monthly payments. if stolen, notify the company immediately to avoid charges.
The London Observer reproduces a staff notice urging simple lift use in the new headquarters. It instructs riders to press only the up or down button to travel, warns against leaving a halted lift between floors without an authorized engineer, and adds a humorous aside about having reading material while waiting.
Former Prime Minister John Diefenbaker berated Prime Minister Trudeau in the Commons accusing him of contempt toward Parliament. He criticized the government’s throne speech debate moves and questioned monarchic authority, urging back-benchers to defend the monarchy and denouncing recent constitutional changes.
Edgar Benson, Canada’s finance minister, begins a cross country speaking tour this week to sell the government tax change. Observers doubt the selling job will be very hard as the white paper released in Parliament is less radical than anticipated, despite extensive publicity and preparations.
Manitoba Minister Leonard Evans announced a plan for a joint federal Manitoba Saskatchewan study of the Qu Appelle River basin. The multiuse study aims to guide development through the turn of the century, drawing on information and manpower from three governments and local groups to improve social and economic conditions while considering irrigation flood control and water supply for Regina Moose Jaw and other communities.
A water pistol used by American astronauts to moisten dehydrated food stolen from a Dutch space exhibition in The Hague has been returned. Wrapped in newspapers a note read I am sorry I did not know it was so expensive. The item, valued around 1 900, was recovered by authorities.
Reverend C Brandon officiated the October 11 1969 ceremony uniting Karen Muriel daughter of Mrs Alton and the late Mr William Alton with Richard Charles son of Mr and Mrs William Murray of Winnipeg. The bride wore white organza with beaded trim and carried talisman roses. The couple plans to reside in Winnipeg.
The New Democratic opposition leader Woodrow Lloyd urged the federal transport commission to reject Canadian Pacific Railway plans to cut mainline passenger service. He called for public ownership to rationalize transport and criticized CPR as a profit-focused multi national that uses legal teams to push for subsidies and mask losses.
The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce voiced deep concern over Canadian National Railways plans to discontinue passenger service on 13 routes including lines to Churchill Thompson and The Pas. Murray Bater said northern transportation is vital to culture and economy and that the royal commission’s minimum service obligation must be upheld. CNR losses in 1968 totaled 3.303 million on Winnipeg The Pas and 19 thousand on Thompson Churchill, with 51 employees at risk in Winnipeg.
A Manitoba government sponsored lottery in 1970 will be linked to the Manitoba Derby. Prizes total up to 175 dollars million? The sweepstake ticket could reach 70 000 dollars with second 27 000 and third 17 000. Race for Canadian bred three year olds set for July 15 at Assiniboia Downs with purse of 70 000 dollars. The Queen and Prince Philip may attend.
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