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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 29, 1951
Page
4
A fragmented editorial envisions a rising tourist season as roads improve across Canada. It argues visitors seek modern comforts and reliable highways, noting Hinterland routes and provincial plans will attract travelers from north to west. Growth hinges on accommodations, service quality, and welcoming treatment to ensure repeat visits.
Gratien Gelinas presents Ti-Coq a French Canadian tragedy about a young soldier and his unhappy love. New York critics failed to embrace it but Canadians applauded predicting Broadway success. The piece argues for a distinct Canadian theatre and a place for Canadian actors and venues to present homeland stories.
A collage of clipped items notes court cases, political reform talk, and oddball anecdotes. It mentions gossipy court proceedings, debates over Senate reform in Nova Scotia, fines for absent MPs, and whimsical tidbits like a London scarecrow fireworks setup and Beecham’s wit, plus brief quips about Quakers and dog lovers.
The text blends casual remarks about bread and crafts with a murky reference to Russia, a tiny party, and a critique of UN expenses. It hints at a possible US role in delivering ultimatums about payment, but details are unclear and portions are garbled.
The Port Arthur News Chronicle reports chatter about an Ontario general election this year with some nominations and government candidates named. It notes the government may extend its term by law for up to two more years.
Tea time and home cooking mark the Anglican church ladies event Saturday in the parish hall. The 1951 Pioneer supper, sponsored by the women’s institute, is expected to be a success on April 20. Tomorrow evening, Mrs G R Rowe of Brandon lectured with motion pictures on United Nations work.
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