26 Jan 1998
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Jan 26, 1998
Page
1
Nova shares would be worth 0.52 TransCanada units post merger, valuing Nova at 15.78 based on TransCanada’s 30.35 close. Nova’s petrochemicals unit will be spun off to focus on energy processing and pipelines. deal to be explained to investors today.
In Revolution Square a half million Cubans react to John Paul II decrying oppressive regimes and urging release of political prisoners. The Pope, seated before Fidel Castro, condemns injustices as protesters chant Cuba Libre and join in support of the pope’s call for liberty.
A humorous aging quip notes that a marriage lasting fifty years exposes changes in both partners. The speaker jokes that after twenty four years a husband is no longer the same man, implying growth and transformation over time.
Gary Freeman stitched a deep leg wound himself to avoid a long drive and hospital wait. He cleaned the wound and sterilized tools with peroxide and made multiple stitches. Doctors do not endorse DIY surgery.
John Elway clutched the Vince Lombardi trophy after Denver’s 31-24 win over Green Bay in Super Bowl XXXII in San Diego. He carried his son Jack off the field, becoming the oldest QB to win the title and signaling possible retirement plans. The victory ends a drought for the AFC and avoids Denver becoming the first to lose five straight.
Edmonton Conservatives seek a renewed purpose as they return to the legislature with plans for increased spending and a three year budget ascent. Premier Ralph Klein’s government aims to cut faces and streamline 40 bills while boosting health and education funding. Critics say growth and vision are lacking as the Growth Summit failed to yield a clear plan.
Medicine Hat leaders react to Pat Black canceling the Travel Alberta contract. Leonard Mitzel calls the move drastic and uncertain for Travel Alberta projects, while Janis Broderick says the bureau will continue with regional guides and trade shows. Mayor Ted Grimm seeks a one stop tourism shop with the chamber and economic development, aiming for a city council tourism plan by May.
ABC reported that Bill Clinton and Monica Lewinsky may have been observed in an intimate act in a private White House space. The account cites several witnesses and notes Lewinsky stating the affair lasted 18 months starting November 1995.
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