Trudeau pledges constitutional referendum if premiers refuse patriation
Prime Minister Trudeau told 17 000 Liberal supporters at Maple Leaf Gardens he will push a constitutional referendum unless premiers consent to patriation at a final federal provincial meeting. He outlined a mandate to seek consent and possibly consult Canadians. The rally mixed political drama with concerts as crowds filled the arena and traffic snarled across Toronto.
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Senate debates SALT II as critics warn of imbalance
U S senate opponents vow to modify or block the SALT II treaty despite President Carter urging ratification to curb nuclear threat. The pact limits missiles and bombers to 2250 each through 1985, while concerns persist over Soviet advantage, verification, and long term arms control.
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Clark's jet lands after engine explosion forces emergency
Air Canada DC9 carrying Joe Clark's election party made an emergency landing at Toronto Pearson after a loud bang from the starboard engine at 10 50 a m. The flight from Hamilton to Prince Edward Island was almost full with Clark staff and reporters. No injuries were reported. Captain George McKay performed a flawless landing as Clark joked with reporters aboard.
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Hostages Freed After Prisoners Surrender in Walla Walla
Three Washington state penitentiary convicts who held ten hostages surrendered after appearing on television to demand better conditions. The hostages, including three women, were held about 12 hours and were taken to a hospital for checkups, then released unharmed.
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City defeats contractor case on municipal authority in Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Canada ruled unanimously for the City of Medicine Hat upholding the mayor's land sale policy requiring contractors to join the New Home Certification Program. Wahl Construction, not a member, argued provincial building codes were being overstepped. The decision protects municipal authority and may affect bylaw power in other towns.
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Letellier evacuees can return home in Manitoba
Manitoba officials announced flood evacuees from Letellier may return after the Red River crest receded. Conditions are safe with roads open and utilities functioning. Some residents outside the ring dike should check with officials about safety for return. Emerson water supply restored after contamination from sandbags. St Jean Baptiste residents may return May 16 within ring dike.
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Letellier
Harry Enns
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Enns
Tom Weber
Water Resources Branch
Ringdike
Red River
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St. Adolphe
Emerson
Aime Dansereau
St. Jean-Baptiste
Close BC election race bodes tight in 1980 campaign
In British Columbia voters head to the polls amid a close contest between Social Credit and the NDP led by Dave Barrett. Premier Bill Bennett predicts a majority as Liberals and PCs field limited slates and various independents contend in a 57-seat race.
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Iran executes 200th person as Jewish fears rise
Tehran reports the 200th execution by firing squad under Ayatollah Khomeini. A 53-year-old physician and former parliament member Dr. Akbar Bahadori is cited, with charges tied to pro Shah activities. The week’s killing of Habib Elghanian shocks Iran’s Jewish community and raises concerns of persecution.
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Weather Outlook Sunny With Mild Temperatures
The forecast calls for sunny skies with a high near 16 and a low around 2 degrees. A weather map on page 27 provides regional details and wind information.
Suffield Soldier's Death Ruled Accidental
A British Army inquiry ruled Trooper S J O'Dell's death at Suffield accidental. O'Dell from Norfolk England died after a tank's gun barrel struck him during routine maintenance as another tank rolled down a bank. The incident involved a parked tank with hand brake on during BATUS training at Suffield.
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