Rates Increase Shock Northern Manitoba Freight Wagoners
The Pas and northern Manitoba face sharp truck rate hikes effective April 30 1973 prompting criticism of the Highway Traffic and Motor Transport Board and Crown carrier SRP. A 6 percent claim by F Acton clashes with actual rises from 145 to 195 dollars for a newsprint shipment, with no pickup and delivery charges under new rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highway Traffic and Motor Transport Board
Pas
Manitoba
Kelwood
Swan River
F. Acton
CNR
Crown Corporation
Acton
Manitoba Gazette
SRP
NDP
Northern Manitoba Truck Rates Spark Political Debate
The Pas region critiques April 21 rate increases for northern Manitoba shipments, arguing the new freight charges raise living costs while questioning federal and provincial actions. The piece notes cube weight rules, regional cutoffs, and calls for clarity from politicians and a push for Easterville access to Winnipeg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell Telephone
Canada
Manitoba
Chambers of Commerce
Norman Regional Development Corporation
Winnipeg
Acton
Easterville
Pas
Snow Lake
Peter Burtniak
Manitoba trucking rate overhaul and school incident letter
A Manitoba Gazette notice outlines a new Single Price Structure for trucking freight, effective April 30, with rates by weight and cube density, plus exceptions increasing charges for lightweight items. It also recounts a March 8, 1978 incident at Opaskiua School involving a staff member and alleged confrontations, leading to removal from duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highway Traffic and Motor Transport Board
Manitoba
Manitoba Gazette
Mr. Grundy
Opasquia School
Steve Sennik
Sharon Rogerson
Henriques
Grundy
Local Teacher Plans Investigation Follow Up Meeting
A teacher described continuing duties while an investigation proceeds and stated efforts to arrange a meeting to address concerns. No further details on allegations or participants were provided.
Meeting of Parents On March 20 1973
A newspaper fragment notes a meeting involving parents held on March 20 1973. The text continues on the next page, indicating ongoing coverage of the event.
Television Schedule Fragments for May Dates
A rundown of daily CBC TV programming with entries for May dates and day names. It lists shows like Sesame Street, The Ed Sullivan lineup, news programs, and various entertainment and sports broadcasts across multiple days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hi Diddle
Gat Smart
Dick van Dyke
Tommy Banks
Lloyd
Canada
the Irish Rovers
CBC TV
New Orleans
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P.O. Box
The
Norman Publishers Ltd
Third Street
the Pas, Manitoba
Doug McBride
Larry Hastings
North
LES Mont Rentals Ltd
Manitoba Trucking Association
PAS Transfer Ltd
Jebsen
Edwards Ave
Gerdewine and Sons Ltd
Rupert House
T.V
L.H.K
LaRose Ave
Rte
Mr. Dressup
Four Corners
Paul Bernard
Corwin
Oo Ial
Elect’ Guide
DIAL
Sound Service
Dial Electric Co
T.V. & Stereo
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