23 Mar 1966
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Mar 23, 1966
Page
1
The piece argues capital punishment is sometimes warranted and serves as protection, criticizing abolitionists for a blanket stance. It notes no consistent exceptions and questions proposed life imprisonment as a compromise, while defending the governor general's reprieve role.
Polar bears face possible extinction as numbers are debated from 5000 to 19000 with estimates uncertain. Soviet Russia and Canada curb hunting, but offshore hunts continue on the high seas near Alaska. scientists warn of limited knowledge about the species and urge study.
A preliminary report from Dr. John J. Hsu of Pontiac State Hospital describes aversion therapy where drinking triggers electric shocks. Patients face a tray of cups and may choose milk or water with no shock, but selecting beer whiskey or wine delivers a painful jolt. The piece notes historical harsh treatments and contrasts them with modern volunteers seeking change.
Britain’s Prime Minister Harold Wilson appears determined to send the Tory Edward Heath home after the campaign. The remark reflects a heated political contest as voters head to the polls.
In Ottawa, Mr Justice Wishart Spence presses on with the inquiry into the Munsinger case despite opposition from John Diefenbaker and his former cabinet. The terms of reference and political overtones challenge Spence as he seeks witnesses, potential compulsion, and access to government files to determine handling of the case and classified information rules.
Canadians will hear two tax reports this year with Mitchell Sharp's inflation budget expected late this month or in April. The long awaited Carter Royal Commission on taxation may publish in May signaling major reforms, thoughBudget decisions will await its guidance. The aim is a hold the line budget to curb inflation while sustaining growth and confidence.
Andrew Staysko recalls a strange 1908 encounter on the Medicine Hat to Dunmore line where two crews saw a phantom train with lit windows and waving crew. Days later a real collision occurred between No. 514 and the Spokane Flyer, killing engineers Twohey and Nicholson and several others.
MLA Harry C. Leinweber explains Elkwater Park Recreational Building delays and cost concerns. He details consultations with Minister Henry Ruste Deputy Huestis and Harry Strom, revisions to location, tender results well above 75 000 and cabinet approval to proceed within reasonable costs.
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