Letters to the editor reflect on school board budgets and politics
A reader defends past efficiency of the Kelsey School Division and criticizes the current budget process. The letter discusses Finance Committee leadership, a 4 million dollar budget, and accountability for trustees. It also covers Manitoba legislature disclosure of interests, and potential suspensions for officials who fail to file assets and interests.
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Pas Herald
Kelsey
S.G.D
Kelsey School
Jack Johnson
A. Moyer
Johnson
Manitoba
Department of Northern Affairs
Assembly
Sid Green
Mines and Environmental Management
M.D.C
C.F.I
M.L.A
Standing Committee On Elections and Privileges
Committee On
Open government drive and highway concerns in Manitoba
The piece argues for open government under the NDP since 1969, citing offices like the Ombudsman and Auditor, plus extended committee use and public loan disclosures. It condemns Conservative critics, notes a progressive turnout, and comments on the 24 mile Atikameg to Cormorant road issues and calls for funding and gravel improvements. It also thanks Red Cross donors and local volunteers in The Pas.
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Ombudsman
M.D.C
Manitoba
Atikameg
Cormorant
Department of Highways
CJAR
Pas Herald
Pas
Red Cross
From the Mayor's Chair on town grants and spurs
Mayor Doug McBryde notes potential grants for blacktopping and town savings if the Premier succeeds. He regrets missing Air Cadet Squadron review due to Fathers Day. He explains Spur Track history near the CNR line and its disputed future after hydro expansion.
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B.p.o.elks
Pas
CNR
Saskatchewan River
Pas Lumber Company
Manitoba Hydro
Bell Avenue
Grand Rapids
Trudeau confronts Opposition over Estimates in Commons
In the House of Commons Prime Minister Trudeau faced a heated clash with the Official Opposition over the Prime Minister's Estimates. He used a single handed filibuster drawing in remarks about former Prime Minister Diefenbaker, prompting controversy and a partial apology. The piece also covers Manitoba fishing committee representation and a new cattle feed breakthrough by Stake Technology Ltd using wood fibre and uria.
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Trudeau
Progressive Conservative Party
Privy Council
Prime Minister
John Diefenbaker
Diefenbaker
Standing Committee On Fisheries and Forestry
Manitoba
Gill Net
Fisheries and Forestry
South Shore
Ottawa
Doug Brown
Stake Technology, Ltd
Stake Technology
Kemptville Agricultural College
Kemptville
Recreation dollars aid for The Pas prospects
A provincial grant of 8000 dollars aims to fund Community School recreation in The Pas and Consol LGD. The plan could cover a Recreation Director salary, while debates rise over taxpayers funding after hours facility use and administration costs.
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Pas Herald
Pas
Schreyer
Manitoba
Ottawa
Recreation Commission
Department of Tourism, Recreation and Cultural Affairs
LGD
Consol
D. White
B. Nutley
Superintendent post cut at Kelsey School Division
The Pas official leaves for eastern Canada in July amid no formal announcement. The board reportedly abolished the assistant superintendent role, prompting criticism over lack of public statement and perceived disconnect with the community.
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Kelsey
Pas
Canada
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