29 May 1998
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
May 29, 1998
Page
1
A government report from Edmonton recommends stopping ranchers from negotiating compensation with oil and gas firms using public grazing lands. About 2,300 leaseholders reportedly receive over 40 million yearly from energy and mineral extractions, with reforms slated to begin after January 1, 2002.
The news reports Pakistan's five nuclear detonations in response to India's tests on May 11. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif declares the score settled as celebrations erupt in Islamabad. Canada and US react with sanctions and aid cuts, while concerns rise about a widening arms race and global instability.
Three twisters struck southern Alberta on Wednesday afternoon, causing about 250000 in damage with no injuries. Merv Fesser described his demolished barn near Priddis as beams snapped like toothpicks, while damage in Mossleigh and Stavely was minimal.
Medicine Hat residents react to the Spectrum Festival relocation from downtown to Kin Coulee next year. Merchants lament lost foot traffic while organizers say the move allows more space for growth and security. some downtown business owners worry about attendance and traffic without downtown ambiance.
Ottawa Liberal premiers urge Finance Minister Paul Martin to release 15.7 billion dollars in employment insurance premiums. Nova Scotia's Russell MacLellan and New Brunswick's Camille Theriault want talks to fund workers, fishers, and tax relief. Opposition MPs say the premiums serve as a hidden deficit balance.
The South Saskatchewan River is expected to rise over the next two to three days, potentially five metres, with no major flooding anticipated in Medicine Hat. Officials warn of faster river flow and possible minor flooding in low lying areas, urging campers and boaters to stay clear of banks. Reservoirs may ease flow, but water will take time to drop after storms.
In Edmonton, rookie police recruits and eight University of Alberta Golden Bears football players participate in a 10 week trial. They test pills filled with ground elk antler to assess training benefits on strength endurance and muscle mass.
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