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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Jun 12, 1968
Page
2
The piece argues that 1960s student protests show growing global discontent with both democracy and communism. It cites Columbia University violence and US democracy in trouble, as youths seek radical change to align political life with rapid technological progress and military strains.
The decision permits police to search for weapons on suspects not yet arrested, sparking civil liberty concerns. Critics warn of potential abuse and call for court-justified searches and limits on frisks, noting the irony of restricting liberties while resisting universal gun controls.
The piece weighs theories for Trudeau’s low key TV debate showing. It weighs boredom versus deliberate strategy and a bid to reassure French speakers and business skeptics while presenting a steadier image for a potential long government tenure.
A reader notes the debate showed Trudeau as unengaging to some voters while others, including local businessmen, felt he finally matched their wavelength. The critic mocks the idea that Trudeau’s dull performance was mere coincidence.
The piece argues mateship as a core Australian trait, rooted in frontier dependence and shaping social behavior from pubs to politics. It highlights group loyalty, avoidance of radicalism, and the social centrality of clubs, the RSL, and communal rounds, while noting exclusion of women from true mateship.
London AP report notes the Royal Air Force for the first time in 50 years will guard Buckingham Palace and St James's Palace as well as the Tower of London and Bank of England until the Guards return on July 10.
A Medicine Hat resident recounts two inspections of his 1956 Chevrolet on May 2 1968. He received no sticker at the local branch citing faults then obtained a safety sticker in Lethbridge within hours. He argues a local bungling case contrasted with prompt inspection in another city. He notes 30 years as an Alberta motor vehicle mechanic and supports inspections but condemns unnecessary costs and errors.
The IGA floor price of 1.9544 per bushel in effect July 1 frames Conservative plans to reimburse farmers for part of the gap if prices stay high. Critics argue the proposal is a subsidy in disguise that would raise costs for taxpayers and spur more production, worsening surpluses and public spending.
Art Buchwald recalls a Midwestern campus encounter with Ronald Hoffman who fears facing proud parents over dorm living choices. The student worries about parental reactions to off campus life and his use of funds, highlighting media expectations vs student realities.
A campus conversation about co ed living and the Sexual Revolution reveals parental doubts. A young man weighs his choices while facing family expectations and campus scrutiny. He recalls campus police reports and social pressures on relationships and marriage prospects.
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