06 Aug 1993
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Aug 06, 1993
Page
1
Canada Trust in Edmonton bans hats in branches after a series of robberies by a suspect nicknamed Ball Cap Bandit who wore a sports cap during holds. A second suspect linked to more robberies was arrested in July following arrests in March and July 28.
The United Nations warns it has about a month of cash left with more than two billion dollars in unpaid dues. Secretary General Boutros-Ghali cites 184 member states owing 848 million in regular budget and 1.193 billion for peacekeeping, led by the United States at 836 million. Bosnian Serb leaders pledge to lift the siege of Sarajevo and let aid and civilians move freely, while withdrawing from mountains overlooking the city.
Statistics Canada reports 11.6 per cent jobless rate in July up from 11.3 in June as 43,000 full time positions vanish. Quebec loses 17,000, Ontario 15,000, New Brunswick and Saskatchewan 5,000 each, Manitoba adds 7,000. Overall 1.61 million seek work. Construction drops 17,000. manufacturing down 6,000. services largely flat.
Brooks teachers question a $3.5 million annual price tag for province wide diploma tests as results show most core scores in the 60s. Alberta Education defends tests as essential for measuring system performance and student progress despite economist concerns.
Reform Party of Canada proposes mandatory victim impact statements in court to reveal crime effects on victims. Other ideas include parental liability for children's crimes and official victim standing at parole hearings. Monte Solberg notes system favors criminals. Alberta Bar Association voices concerns.
Labour leaders vow to oppose a social contract for provincial workers mirroring Ontario. Alberta Federation of Labour warns against concessions, while Alberta Union of Public Employees rebuffs opening existing agreements. Ontario claims cut payroll costs by 1.99 billion annually under its deal.
Canadian and U.S. beer talks yield lower minimum prices in Ontario and British Columbia and allow U.S. beer to be sold in Ontario Brewers Retail stores to broaden choices. Molson says it will match price cuts to stay competitive. Stroh Brewery foresees lower average prices nationwide as competition increases.
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