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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 06, 1962
Page
5
Dorothy Barker reflects on holiday myths and the impact of Christmas gift giving on family unity and social mood. She recalls childhood wonder, the role of Santa, and the balance between commercialism and reassurance during tense times. The column also notes a Santagram service and children’s letters.
Ambrose Hills reflects on a TV documentary about demolishing West Boston for urban renewal. A resident recalls neighborly warmth, old shops, and parks, arguing progress destroys cherished traditions and community bonds. Society’s welfare move uprooted people who valued familiarity over new bricks.
The Roblin administration highlights 18 million in farm credit with half to under 31 farmers, a 10 million industrial fund, expanded education, social supports, and extensive roadbuilding. A Canada first crop insurance program and Red River Floodway begin, while taxes remain among the lowest. Manitobans express pride in youthful leadership and positive future prospects.
The 1963 outlook shows a slight rise in overall grasshopper severity and area infested from 1962. Areas around Swan River, Dauphin, Russell show greater buildup, while southwest, north central, and Red River Valley districts register reduced density. Total area infested reaches about 10,816 square miles with light to very severe pockets across multiple districts.
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