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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Feb 11, 1981
Page
1
The article portrays Pope John Paul I as isolated in the Vatican, often calling staff for solace amid bureaucratic frustration. It reflects on Jesus in Gethsemane, urging readers to consider their own battles and loneliness, ending with a reflection by Gordon C. Smyth from Lanark, Ontario.
Worth outlines a strong stance by Canada’s small business sector, with 75 percent of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business voting against adding a Bill of Rights to the British North America Act. The piece notes concerns over federal overreach, provincial unity, and the need for broad consensus in constitutional change.
The letter recalls a student march on the Legislature demanding higher education funding, criticizing Manitoba's post secondary planning and urging broader access. It also reports safety worries on Goose Lake Drive as power toboggans flood winter streets, risking collisions and urging action before a serious incident occurs.
A humorous note suggests a wedding superstition where guests throw an old shoe at the couple for luck, with a light caution to avoid hitting them. The item frames the gag as a playful tradition.
Veteran Tory politician Warner Jorgenson announces retirement at the end of the current government term. He spent ten years as MP for Provencher and since 1969 as MLA for Morris and served as cabinet minister in the Lyon government. He is praised for his service to Manitoba and constituents. An overheard hotel lobby exchange mentions Reagan calling the Soviets liars and Trudeau calling Britain a foreign power.
Manitoba’s Marital Property Act generally splits assets equally for married couples but excludes assets acquired during separation, while gifts and trusts are exempt unless intended for both spouses. Property bought in contemplation of marriage may be shared. Contracts out are possible with separate lawyers. Winnipeg referrals: 957-1380 or 1-800-262-8800. Information is from 1980 and may change.
Laverne Lewycky Member of Parliament Dauphin Manitoba will join the 28th annual National Prayer Breakfast in Washington on February 5 1981 with the President and Mrs Reagan. He sails February 4 returning February 6 as part of a Canadian delegation headed by Gilles Lamontagne.
A CP Super Bowl reporter misreferences the fictional hero Frank Merriwell as Frank Merriweather, poking fun at the flawed habit of calling iconic figures by altered names. The late Burt L. Stanish would not appreciate the error.
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