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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Aug 26, 1994
Page
1
About 1,500 brides-to-be flooded Filene's Basement in Boston at 8 am for a $199 gown sale. Spokeswoman Pat Boudrot said the stock of 910 dresses, some valued up to $3,000, disappeared in roughly 30 seconds, with many customers camping since 5 am. The event marks a record turnout for the quarterly sale.
Judge Lance Ito rejected defense bids for equal access to prosecution blood samples for independent testing. He said multiple genetic tests are reasonably necessary before sharing evidence, citing court confusion but finding no misconduct. Prosecution must test conservatively, notify defense 48 hours prior, and allow access for experts.
Hundreds of aid workers from Canada and western countries faced new fears in Goma as gangs looted refugee camps in Zaire. At least three Zairese killed amid sporadic gunfire and internal clashes. UNHCR spokesman urged peacekeepers amid withdrawn Red Cross staff and suspended relief flights until safety is assured.
A 30 year old mentally ill deaf mute woman gave birth in the ladies washroom of Tommy’s Donuts at about 10 am. The newborn cried and bled from the umbilical cord which she severed. Both mother and baby were taken to Ottawa General Hospital and are reported well. The Children's Aid Society has temporary custody of the child.
Former Tory aide Brian McInnis admits leaking a confidential CSIS memo to the Toronto Star after RCMP arrest. The document linked CBC racism probe and Heritage Front ties, raising questions about CSIS overreach and government knowledge. Bristow alleged as CSIS informant. McAleer cites Bristow’s data on activists and a Vancouver psychologist’s address.
Police intelligence says the Hells Angels aim to absorb Alberta groups Grim Reapers Rebels and Kings Crew in a bid to tighten control over the province. Det. Wayne Lauinger notes Calgary gangs gaining prominence while a Kings Crew 25th anniversary party attracts bikers from across Canada. A police source links reduced biker violence to the Angels’ low profile approach.
Alberta's government will require departments health authorities school boards universities and agencies to file annual report cards detailing how funds were spent for value. Treasurer Jim Dinning says the move aims to show taxpayers what they got for their money and will include performance measures in the November financial report.
Ontario man Robert Glover, 56, of Cardinal, charged with impersonation after posing as Harvey Craig for over a decade. The real Craig discovered a mortgage in Brockville, marriage and unpaid bills under his identity, causing severe credit damage and distress. Police tracked the suspect via a credit rating agency.
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