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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 23, 1981
Page
5
A broad public debate erupts over Kent Commission findings on newspaper ownership and possible government control. The article notes strong opposition from daily and weekly press and now adds a survey showing substantial small business concern about government oversight in newsrooms.
Poem notes that a humble infant born in a cottage beneath a guiding star is worshiped by all, with a message that His rule brings joy peace and love. June Palmerston reflects on kingship rooted in humility and blessing.
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business opposed government limits on newspaper ownership. About 22 percent supported action while 111 percent claimed no opinion. President John Bulloch said members defend the right to buy and sell properties including newspapers and warned against government tinkering with the system.
Committee reports cover attendance at Erickson Medical Nursing Unit and South Riding Mountain Planning District meetings on November 18 and 4 1981. Officials Irwin Minty Ewasiuk Griffiths Sitko Malchuk attend related sessions and Onanole Sector Plan discussions on November 24 1981.
Council reports dated December 14 1981 approve cheque numbers 6336 to 6398 for 16527 38 and list indemnities for November 1981 payments to councillors and four ambulance districts. Several by laws 515 516 517 518 passed. Christmas raffle drawn by Lions Club raises funds for community projects amid reflections on Christmas meaning and giving.
At a Shell River Council gathering on December 19, Peter Styba received a gold watch for 25 years as a rural municipality councillor. Howard Wilson, the reeve, was awarded a vibratory recliner chair for 25 years of leadership.
The pastor discusses the energy crisis and high oil prices as Christmas approaches, warning that it will be a very bleak holiday season for the town. He reflects on hardship and the need for hope amid scarcity.
Katherine Kulyk died at home after a long illness on Saturday December 5 1981 at age 85. Born in Ukraine December 2 1896 she moved to Canada in 1909, settled in Nethlbert Manitoba with her parents, married Dmytro Kulyk February 12 1915 and lived in the Roblin area until her death.
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