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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 15, 1962
Page
7
The mayor endorses a village water and sewer by law to be voted on Friday November 16. He argues the plan improves health sanitation and fire protection, spreads cost over 20 years, and will be supported by Manitoba Health for ratepayers including those on supplementary assistance.
A message from the MacGregor Volunteer Fire Department outlines its history from a pull type chemical and hand pumpers to a 500 gallon engine, notes 15 volunteers, and praises Portage Fire Department aid. It warns that with limited water supply local crews could struggle in a major blaze and urges residents to vote for a safer MacGregor on Friday November 16.
A women voters questionnaire asks residents to vote YES on upgrading water facilities. It highlights reliability in weather, better toilets, lawn water, and 50 000 gallons storage, urging immediate approval to avoid future groundwork costs and improve town living conditions.
A businesswoman seeks up to date facilities to run her home keeping enterprise. The lack of modern amenities hampers efficiency and growth prospects for she who operates the service within the community.
The notice urges solving water and sewerage issues at hospital, schools, hall and homes. It calls for better fire protection, industrial growth, dentist and professionals relocation, and a confident plan for future progress. It proposes recreational facilities including swimming and wading pools for children.
Ratepayers in MacGregor vote Friday to approve or reject the water and sewer system. The notice outlines costs based on assessments and frontage, noting tax increases of 48.00 for a 1,500 assessment and 75 feet of frontage and 58.50 for a 3,000 assessment. It argues water quality and sanitary disposal risk and promotes the by law as essential for health and growth.
The article extols multiple benefits of running water beyond basic needs. It highlights lawn and flower care with hoses, postwork showers for workers, street dust control, and cooling and cleaning in yards and homes, portraying water access as a practical town boon for all ages.
The Bank of Montreal offers loans under the National Home Act for installing water and sewer services and purchasing equipment that becomes part of the home. Homeowners and long term leaseholders may qualify whether title is clear. Repayment is monthly at 6 percent simple interest on the outstanding balance. An average loan can be arranged in one call with no waiting period or government inspection. Personal loans are also available for this purpose.
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