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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Jun 27, 1981
Page
4
Postmaster General Andre Ouellet faces a growing CUPW push for higher wages 17 weeks of maternity leave and monitoring removal. A conciliation report calls for 70 cents more an hour, a wage above government stance, while a prolonged strike would drive business to couriers and drain revenue.
The federal move to let Newfoundland transmit Lower Churchill River power via Quebec for direct sale to the United States sparks a rift. Premier Peckford welcomes the step as Newfoundland gains rights, while Premier Levesque condemns it as a betrayal and urges Quebec to act as middleman. The debate highlights federal overreach versus provincial control in hydro jurisdiction.
Agriculture Canada researchers in Lethbridge report isoamy amine as an insect aphrodisiac that stirs male June beetles like females. The finding aims to monitor flight patterns and curb beetle infestations, potentially reviving a sixties Beetle mania craze.
The Conference Board surveys show executives bearish on investment despite growth hopes as high energy costs and NEP dispute pressure the economy. Analysts warn that deficits and a lack of growth policies trap Canada in a vicious circle, delaying productivity gains and fueling inflation.
Debrett's Etiquette and Modern Manners acknowledges changing social codes as it advises live-in lovers to discuss lifestyles and belongings openly. It permits announcing births in one-parent families and notes relaxing separation for weekend guests living together. The Times treats the shift as newsworthy with a cartoon critique.
The article argues Canada and six other major economies may avert protectionist traps by agreeing to lower rates and boost growth. It notes Prime Minister Trudeau hints at discussing North South questions but warns against mere platitudes that would hurt poorer nations.
Andrew Snaddon surveys how newspapers chase investigations and the risks when early reports misfire. He cites the Toronto Sun Petro-Can affair, Sun editors delaying publication, and the Washington Post Watergate episode to argue for cautious sourcing and continued investigative work despite failures.
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