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Newspaper
Pas Herald
Location
The Pas, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 06, 1977
Page
17
The government announces a home insulation subsidy program to conserve heat in Prince Edward Island and likely Nova Scotia, aimed at offsetting fuel oil costs. Critics question why the benefit is limited to twoMaritime provinces, noting regional disparities affect northern areas and territories.
Snowbanks along curbways block meters and coin slots, forcing motorists to wade through deep snow to pay for parking. Residents compare practices with other centers where winter bans on overnight and long-term parking are enforced, underscoring confusing local rules and hazardous conditions.
Manitoba Indian Brotherhood president Lawrence Whitehead advocates a provocative approach to spur economic growth and job creation among his people. He argues the community must embrace strong measures to accelerate progress.
Legislative clash marks a joint session with the Department of Indian Affairs as officials from the MIB tour reserves to discuss economic development. Christian Family Month notes frame social commentary on marriage stability amid rising divorces and common-law unions.
The text argues matrimony is a God given social unit where spouses complement each other. It contrasts sacred marriage with self centred trends, citing Mary and Joseph as model virtue and warning against broken homes. It invokes Christmas as a state of mind per Calvin Coolidge.
The piece surveys Robert Andras proposal to ease dismissal for incompetence in civil service and notes scant public reaction. It questions whether silence signals agreement and calls for clear standards to apply across professions if job removal for incompetence is allowed.
Mr Whitehead tours Rolling River Waywayseecape Keeseekowenin Gamblers Waterhen and Crane River Reserves in Dauphin area. He argues Indians cannot hide under social Security and that social assistance is a bad foundation for youth, urging a different approach.
Ron McBryde urges the Indian community to be honest about their need to change their lives. He says Indians have spare time and must use it to offer something for their children, despite opposition to social assistance.
Doug McBride notes equal 1200 from Town and Chamber plus Festival for downtown decorations. He mentions plans to extend decorations along First to Fourth Streets next December and shares readers’ interest. Also covers Jack Johnson’s Roll A Ramp talks, Liberal letter from Manitoba leader Huband, and praise for CNR workers giving gifts to St. Anthony's pediatric ward.
Regional agents will visit the Winnipeg Manitoba job centre at 15 Avenue Fischer during 1977 to provide information and assist qualified people with applications. Health and Welfare Canada. Contact: 191 Pioneer Avenue, 2nd Floor, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3N7. Telephone 985 3774.
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