Roblin Considers A Dedicated Entertainer Promotion Committee
Town councillor Lawrence Dietrich proposes forming a committee to secure exclusive entertainment for Roblin. He notes past successes with The Watchmen and argues a focused effort could attract performers on routes between Winnipeg Saskatoon. The idea aims to boost youth evenings and town vitality.
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Lawrence Dietrich
Yorkton
Dauphin
Tommy Hunter
RDCC
Hunter
Roblin
Mr. Hunter
Lorne Boguski
MCA
the Watchmen
Saskatoon
Winnipeg
Rural Life News Column Keeps Neighbours Connected
A rural correspondent reflects on columns as a social bond in small communities. The piece explains why local updates matter, how they unite residents, and why readers value staying informed even from distant towns.
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Kelowna
Edmonton
Banks and Big Money Tie the Knot in Prairie Bubble
A skeptical editorial argues that large banks Royal Bank and Montreal Trust will merge, pushing higher charges and foreclosures. It calls for Paul Martin to impose rules before rural branches close, require public hearings on fees, and protect communities with shared branches. It cites Brooks Brookside as a case where newcomers struggle to access banking services.
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Royal
Montreal
Paul Martin
Martin
Brooks Bulletin
Brooks
Chamber of Commerce
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