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Newspaper
Rivers Gazette
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 08, 1952
Page
4
The article outlines goals for a clean up and beautification drive by Canadian chambers of commerce. It stresses civic pride, attractive homes and firms, thrift gardens, tree planting, botany study, street cleanliness, pest extermination, removal of unsightly buildings, and paint use to raise property values and lower fire and insurance costs.
A community initiative aims to improve visitor experience by enhancing amenities and public spaces. The program prioritizes cleaner facilities, more green areas, and programs that promote well being, seeking to create a welcoming, vibrant local atmosphere.
Montreal business leader BE A Bromley, vice-president for purchases at Canadian National Railway, reportedly spends about 537.94 dollars each minute, averaging 155 million annually. A typical market day includes a passenger boat, 3000 head of lettuce, 500 box cars and several rail related purchases. He says he buys everything from sealing wax to ships, locomotives to silk stockings.
Excerpts from the bylaws of the Town of Rivers prohibit placing refuse near buildings and require water tight sanitary pails for privies. From May to October deposits must be in water tight boxes or barrels for scavenger emptying. Violations face penalties up to 50 dollars or up to 21 days in Brandon gaol.
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