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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 17, 1968
Page
2
A thousand ultra-rich guests in Portugal near Lisbon hosted a lavish party with 1800 bottles of champagne and 600 bottles of whisky. Iron lanterns costing 24000 dollars lit the outdoor feast as four bands played, total bill over 100000 dollars, drawing criticism amid global hunger and poverty.
The article describes caribou herds migrating from tundra to timberlands in large bands following a counterclockwise route. It cites historical reports of herds stretching ten miles or more and notes civilization’s impact through hunting and fires. Population declines from about 700,000 in 1900 to 278,000 by 1955 are highlighted.
Eric Wineh a 45 year old lawyer seeks the Liberal nomination in Nanaimo Comox Islands against his brother Harold Winch 61 the NDP MP for Vancouver East since 1953 If Eric wins the nomination he would face Harold s leader C Douglas The Liberal nomination meeting is Oct 19 with a byelection date to be set by Prime Minister Trudeau by Feb 7 The race would mark the first time brothers sit on opposite sides in Parliament Harold praises Eric s judicial approach especially on youth issues and recalls their father and family political ties
The Manitoba Hotel Association asks the provincial liquor commission to raise draught beer to 20 cents per glass and bottled beer to 40 cents. Other policy changes include lowering the minimum age to serve liquor to 18, extending vendor sales hours on certain Saturdays, and removing vendor slips. Gordon Fowlie of Winnipeg is elected president, with vice presidents Ted Bloomer Terrence Ayotte George Prost and John Lisowski.
The Canadian Wheat Pras announced a one cent per bushel premium increase for NS St 9 BE. The hike raises premiums by eight to ten cents over current futures on the Winnipeg Grain Exchange.
Canadian minister Jean Chretien told the North Battleford Homemaker Club he has written to all 10 provincial education ministers urging corrections of unfortunate references to Indians in history books. He also discussed funds for reserves industrial development and promised to consult Indians on major policy while reserving among his responsibilities.
The Republic of Ireland's ambassador to Canada says Irishmen are disappointed the new generation hasn't helped end the Catholic Protestant feud. He cites Londonderry riots as rooted in old sectarian conflict and notes reluctance to comment due to not visiting Ireland in 18 months.
Corvallis expert A F Bartsch says 260 million pounds of phosphorus enter US sewers annually, 53 to 70 percent from detergents, and calls removal from effluents essential. Detergent industry spokesman Robert Black counters no substitute found yet and urges treating effluents as best control, noting phosphorus scarcity in natural waters.
Canada reviews its NATO role as Defence Minister Leo Cadieux says the assessment is ongoing and no immediate conclusions are possible. While touring Alberta military establishments he stated the review examines treaty obligations and whether to modify a clause restricting commitment without consultation.
Gil Molgat Liberal party leader urged Premier Walter Weir to set a common date for byelections to fill four Legislature vacancies. He noted Gordon Beard resigned as Conservative MLA for Churchill and proposed elections after harvest and north freeze up. Other vacancies came from Duff Roblin resignation, Rodney Clement departure, and Harry Sherman death. Floodway cost 63 million and opens Oct 11 to relieve Red River floods near Winnipeg.
A double ring wedding at St Marys Anglican Church on Saturday August 31 1968 united Margaret Jean Beck and Brydon Richardson. Rev Patrick Lee officiated with Sandi Beck and sisters in attendance. The couple left for White Lake and Kenora after a reception at Knights of Columbus Hall.
The Rural Municipality of North Norfolk announces By-law B95 to finance a water distribution system for Local Improvement District No 1 Austin. A vote by ratepayers will be held November 4 1968 at the Austin Community Hall from 9 am to 6 pm with a tally at MacGregor on November 1968.
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