Gandhi proposes immediate Geneva conference on Vietnam
Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi urged an immediate Geneva conference to halt U S bombing of North Vietnam and seek a ceasefire with a withdrawal of foreign forces. She said there can be no military solution and called for neutral independence for Vietnam Laos and Cambodia. She met Nasser in Cairo as Britain and Canada weighed reconvening the 1954 framework.
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Real McCoy reception for Soviet deputy premier in Medicine Hat
Soviet deputy premier Dmitri Polyansky received a western welcome with a mounted escort and a dinner in his honor. He urged closer Canada Soviet agricultural cooperation and led several ovations praising friendship and trade, noting grain production figures and potential wheat trade benefits.
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CBC fires Leiterman as Seven Days ends struggles
Canadian press report cites CBC refusal to rehire Douglas Leiterman as executive producer of Seven Days amid resignations by Reeves Haggan Patrick Watson and others. CBC says no useful relationship with Leiterman can continue beyond his current contract end and mentions possible reassignment.
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Tories claim final Manitoba seat in deferred vote
Premier Duff Roblin's Progressive Conservatives extend their majority after winning the Churchill seat in Thompson. Gordon Beard, a 44 year old 300 pound businessman, defeats Wilf Hudson, a 37 year old nickel mine mill mechanic and NDP organizer, as all seats are tallied.
Polyansky Visits Regina Area Reevaluates Cowboy Image
Dmitri Polyansky toured Regina area and Swift Current farms with crowds greeting him at Assiniboia Hotel. He joked about a 10 gallon hat and no horse while Mayor Weiner claimed limited horse use on his farm. The entourage planned more stops in Kin Coulee Lethbridge and Calgary including a Cossack dance and square dance performance. The visit aimed to bolster ties with Russian officials and discuss visas for a Canadian resident's brother.
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Ottawa Commons faces busy schedule amid Bank Act debate
The House ponders Bank Act amendments and a sweeping 1966 67 spending bill as MPs clash over loan ceilings and dairy policy. George Mellraith eyeing today’s agenda includes Canada Assistance Plan and medical care reform while potential late sittings loom.
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MPs denounce access to Park Act copies in Commons
In Ottawa eight opposition MPs blasted the government for not providing copies of the Park Act. Colin Cameron said press gallery access sparked a protest as MPs complained they could not obtain the bill. Finance Minister Sharp apologized for the shortage amid high banking sector interest.
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Mark My Words by Jim Fiebig Debuts in The NEWS
Jim Fiebig of Michigan launches a new column titled Mark My Words in The NEWS. The refreshing daily piece offers a distinctive look at the modern world and what the younger generation means to itself and to society, appearing on the Editorial Page.
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Crop insurance share boosted in Canada bill
Ottawa MPs approve a bill raising the federal share of crop insurance premiums to 25 percent from 20 percent. Agriculture Minister Greene says the plan will attract farmers while leaving fine details flexible for provinces. coverage rises to 80 percent of long term average yield on insured farms from 60 percent in regions.
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