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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 05, 1973
Page
2
Prices for hogs and poultry are expected to climb as Canada faces higher feed costs after a U S export freeze on soybeans and oilseeds. Canada relies on imports for soy and rapeseed is scarce, raising concern for upcoming fall crops and protein supplies. Federal officials anticipate more headaches and higher consumer costs ahead.
A United Nations study shows bamboo and reed as the oldest building materials. They are easy to build, repair, well ventilated, sturdy and earthquake resistant though vulnerable to insects fire and rot fungus. The UN notes they are cheap and require no expensive tools and that anyone can learn to use them.
United States scientists report that about 75 percent of an estimated 50,000 golden eagles migrate to Canada to nest each year. After rearing their young the birds may return south, feeding on jackrabbits in sagebrush valleys. The survey offers hopeful news to conservationists as bans on killing eagles and strong penalties may reduce past declines.
Merrill Lynch Winnipeg warns investors about futures trading risks before opening accounts. The firm stresses potential losses and gains, noting many entrants quit after four figure losses and that $25,000 single or $50,000 married free equity is required to trade.
The Supreme Court of Canada awarded Angus Reed Thompson the Indian Head Saskatchewan farm estate valued over 200000 dollars after oral promises from the late Richard Copithorne. Thompson, a hired hand since 1921, stayed on despite wage issues and multiple temptations to leave. Witnesses testified to promises of inheritance, while the farm owner’s will was reportedly stolen before death. Justice Wishart Spence noted strong evidence of a trusted worker and friend, including a cousin’s 1969 remark that Gus would have kept the farmer from poverty.
Stanford Sleep Disorders Clinic officials warn that about 10 percent of insomniacs may have sleep apnea, a condition marked by repeated stop breathing episodes lasting 20 to 150 seconds. Heavy snorers are more likely to be affected, and barbiturates could worsen insomnia if apnea is present. A drug trial at Stanford has reduced episode frequency.
Grace Yurkin of Stoney Creek witnessed a live cow birth in a glassed pen at Modernity Ward drawing 500 people. The display is praised as miraculous by some and labeled obscene by others, with more than 40 complaints to the Toronto Humane Society. A veterinarian and four Ontario Agriculture College students monitor 75 pregnant cows, while crowding may stress the animals and delay births.
The Stratford National Theatre of Canada plans a seven week tour of Australia next spring featuring Moliere The Imaginary Invalid. The tour includes a two week stop at the Adelaide Festival of Arts.
Dentists at a Canadian National Exhibition dental booth express surprise at how many people neglect brushing. They note some only brush Sunday mornings and a nine year old lacks a toothbrush because his father deems it unnecessary. The booth, sponsored by the Canadian Dental Association, operates with student help from an Opportunities for Youth grant and offers disease prevention advice.
Social Credit MLA Jim Henderson resigns as legislative leader in Alberta while remaining Westaskiwin Leduc representative. He cites soul searching and will reveal reasons at a future caucus meeting planned for Sept 1. Henderson had temporary leadership during the spring session amid party leadership changes.
A 585 foot lattice tower at Whiskey Jack, 310 miles north of Winnipeg, is the tallest in Manitoba Telephone System. Dominion Bridge Company plans three more northern towers by October, including a 160 foot tower at Norway House to enable first live TV. The Whiskey Jack tower carries three parabolic antennas and two large diameters to withstand 100 mph winds, using steel grillage anchors set 12 feet deep.
A 1 year old skydiver from Los Angeles died after a collision split a star formation. Officials said Gregory Roberts, 26, of Van Nuys, collided with Johnson and Larry Lund of Burbank as they linked up, sending him plunging about 6000 feet.
The fragment argues that denying everlasting punishment diminishes the severity of sin and divine wrath, citing Matthew 25 44 and Romans 1 18 to claim a choice between human opinions and God's word. The text underscores the seriousness of sin and the necessity of eternal consequences.
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