29 Jun 1994
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Jun 29, 1994
Page
1
Vandals replaced marigolds at City Hall park to spell Welcome to hell over three weeks. Parks manager Don Batchelor says a few individuals are disrupting the park as officials plan to install a surveillance camera to catch the culprits.
Alberta social services minister Dana Cardinal rejects a key ombudsman recommendation to jail operators and opposes a new investigative unit citing cost. Premier Klein backs the stance amid criticism from child care advocates who call the system underregulated and at risk. In Washington, the Clintons launch a presidential legal expense fund to cover anticipated bills, with a blue ribbon panel and $1,000 donation cap per person.
Provincial finance ministers greeted Ottawa’s proposed 10 percent national sales tax with a cool reception. They warned of consumer backlash and urged Ottawa to consider two flat income taxes to offset revenue losses, citing Quebec’s $1 billion shortfall and BC’s impact on families.
Alberta taxpayers face a 351 million loss on the Lloydminster heavy-oil upgrader after 425 million invested since 1988. Premier Ralph Klein calls the project a stupid mistake and says the province may sell its 24 percent stake or shut down the plant, with other investors weighing options.
Canada faces possible market restrictions for durum and wheat as talks with the United States end without a deal. Agriculture Minister Ralph Goodale and Trade Minister Roy MacLaren reject a July 1 deadline and warn of potential U.S. unilateral action if no agreement by Friday. Ottawa argues GATT and NAFTA protections apply.
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 17 in Medicine Hat votes to ban head gear in its lounge canteen and dining room, allowing headwear only in downstairs community rooms when rented. The decision follows a national convention allowing branches to set their own policies and triggers heated debate among members.
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