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Newspaper
Rivers Banner
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 30, 2006
Page
3
A reflective piece on democracy and governance in Manitoba urging ethical conduct by councillors and officials. It emphasizes representation accountability and avoiding conflicts of interest. The author cites Churchill and calls for dedication to the people and integrity in public service.
Teresa Shirkie of Welland Ontario recalls a Rivers Manitoba reunion and seven years stationed there with fond memories of base homes torn down, family ties to Brandon and Bradwardine, and trips across Canada via motorcycle.
Eleanore Klassen of Abbotsford BC seeks an obituary for Peter Friesen, great grandfather who died in 1938 after arriving with George and Maria Neufeld to Rivers in the late 1920s. She asks if a copy is available and notes lineage details.
Rick Moran thanks the town of Rivers Man for a welcome home party after his Afghanistan tour. He praises local businesses signs yellow ribbons and letters and pictures from supporters noting ongoing aid to families left at home and urging continued support for soldiers in Afghanistan.
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