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Newspaper
Miniota Herald
Location
Miniota, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 10, 1957
Page
5
The article discusses a national move toward uniform traffic rules and ordinances via the Uniform Vehicle Code and state model traffic ordinances. It notes progress from confusing local laws, historical groundwork, and the need for voluntary state and city action due to limited federal support and enforcement.
A cautionary note on farm tractors emphasizes their deadly potential when overturns injure riders especially children who ride or operate tractors. The text also notes deserts cover about 10,000,000 square miles of the earth.
The Dawson Creek Star reports growing concern that the proposed 50 mile Flat Lake paving project may be shelved for 1957. Ottawa delays persist as Hon G R Pearkes and other cabinet ministers have not yet replied. Defense Construction Ltd confirms the contract is not yet awarded.
The piece argues for uniform traffic signs and signals, urging local officials and civic groups to adopt standard practices from the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, with support from insurers and safety groups to promote safer driving nationwide.
Robert James Genereux of Regina is named Planning Engineer to head a new Planning Branch for the Department of Highways and Transportation. The branch will shape short term capital construction and long term highway planning to meet traffic needs. Genereux, born in Swift Current, studied at the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Illinois, earning a Master of Science in 1954. He has held multiple engineering roles within the department and holds professional registrations in Saskatchewan.
The driver should ensure no children are behind the vehicle as a toddler may be hidden from view in the rear mirror. Drivers must stay alert when children play on the street and slow down to prevent a sudden dash into the road.
A sightless salesman describes the heavy demands on businesspeople in Saskatchewan towns and questions how donor funds for the blind are used. He urges public inquiry into blind pensions, fund allocations, and the role of the Canadian Federation of the Blind, asking readers to contact National Secretary E. R. Powell or Prince Albert Honorary President C. A. Pettapiece for details.
Enthusiasts are reminded of the fall meeting of the Minor League Baseball Association to be held in Estevan on Saturday October 19 1957 at 1 00 p m CST at the Elks Lodge. Banquet and refreshments will follow and delegates must arrange accommodations promptly due to heavy city demand.
Care should be taken to ensure new paint used on children’s toys and furniture contains no lead. Children often chew or lick these items and may contract lead poisoning. consult a paint dealer for safe paint options.
In Canada more housing projects are established for senior citizens. Service clubs churches municipalities and other groups undertake these builds. They offer single or double accommodation for aged people able to care for themselves who want a private home with security and privacy. Residents enjoy possessions and independence.
We Breekes advertises step by step slip cover directions for chairs and sofas. Send 35 cents for Pattern 7168 to Household Arts Department in Toronto with name, address, pattern number. Also offers two FREE patterns and a 1957 needlecraft book for 25 cents.
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