Weeklies urged as vital medium by CWNA in Toronto
The 39th CWNA convention in Toronto heard Hugh E. McCormick of the Montreal Monitor urge promotion of weeklies as essential in Canada. He cited five million readers and warned that competition, costs, and staff demands threaten weekly papers unless advertising revenue grows.
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Wilkie Press marks fiftieth year with memories and struggles
The Wilkie Press reflects on five decades of publication since 1910, noting early mechanical troubles, libel lawsuits, editor disagreements, and a steady rise in power and reliability. The piece praises watchdog reporting, civic engagement, and a durable community reputation amid change.
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Parable of the water tank promotes Taber tourism idea
The Times notes a plan to dismantle the water tank west of Taber station and reuse its material for a miniature. It suggests installing a roadside sign “Point of Interest 200 feet” to lure motorists off Highway No 3, highlighting Taber’s origin as Tank 77 and local attractions.
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Ross Petrie
Medicine Hat
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