Mayors Chair column stirs tax debate and petitions
Reader letters question government tactics on tax collection and potential repercussions. Residents discuss petitions to Minister of Municipal Affairs, possible receivership, and community responses to rising taxes and public services. Concerns cite school board payments, administrator options, and local recreation on The Pas taxes.
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Citizens Enquiry Office
Winnipeg
Minister of Municipal Affairs
Selkirk
A.W. Pyke
The
Herald
Khow
District Governor visits Governor's Ball guest speaker
Mr. Crouch of Regina delivered the principal address at the Governor's Ball held last Saturday evening during the Governor's annual visit.
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Crouch
Regina
Grape Vine Looks Ahead to Fall Town Activities
The Pas column previews fall events including curling leagues for ladies and men, a mixed club, and private clubs. It notes past conflict with Doreen Beres over education and a resulting Concerned Parents Committee, whose meetings stalled after summer. Rumors claim town officials seek 50 000 rent from curling, risking the season.
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the Pas
Doreen Beres
Powers That Be
Back To School And Ice Arena Frustrations Abound
Dean Leston notes routine changes as skating and minor hockey restart and children swarm the arena gates. A humorous view of kids awaiting turns on the ice contrasts with the fall return to school and parents’ relief when routines resume.
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