31 Aug 1998
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Aug 31, 1998
Page
1
One year after the four tragic deaths and Diana, Princess of Wales, Britain and the world remain in awe of the legacy she left as the People’s Princess. See Page A12.
Prime Minister Jean Chretien hints that a clear majority of 66 percent would be needed for a future Quebec referendum. Separatists reject this, arguing 80 percent of francophones would be required. In 1995, about 60 percent of francophones voted Yes, leaving separatists short of victory at 49.4 percent. The Quebec government has deemed 50 percent plus one sufficient for leaving Canada.
Negotiations between Air Canada and the Air Canada Pilots Association drag on with a strike deadline at midnight Tuesday. Union chief Jean-Marc Belanger says talks could yield a tentative agreement at any time. pilots seek a nine percent raise annually for two years and reduced flying hours. If no deal, in‑air planes will only reach the first scheduled stop.
The speaker contrasts a famous saying with a blunt proverb about treating others as you wish to be treated and warns that rude behavior invites retaliation. The piece uses short, vivid maxims to highlight ethical contrasts.
Jeff MacDougall, a university student rollerblading in Stanley Park, was fined $75 for speeding through a vehicle speed trap. Police reported 22 km h in a 15 km h zone as he criticized the ticket and said he will contest it in court.
The Royal Family expresses thanks for sympathy as Britain marks the first anniversary of Diana’s death. The Queen’s spokeswomen note private services with Prince William and Prince Harry at Crathie Church while Diana’s family holds a private memorial.
Dowling and more than 40 agri food sector representatives head to Mexico Chile and Brazil on a two week trade mission to push exports despite criticism that farm incomes do not rise with soaring exports. The push aims to lock up four percent of world food exports by 2005 while farmers see little benefit at the farm gate.
Medicine Hat Blue Jays hold control of the North Division as they chase the second half pennant. After a 4-3 win over Helena and a 7-4 victory at Great Falls, the Jays lead Lethbridge by one game with four left to play. Pat Lynch earned Sunday’s win and urged focus on each remaining game.
Economists disagree on Bank of Canada rate hikes and the impact on a slowing economy. Jeff Rubin of Wood Gundy warns further increases could trigger a recession even with tax cuts ahead, while Sherry Cooper and Nesbitt Burns predict the dollar would weaken but not spark a recession, arguing the bank defends the currency.
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