Community newspaper thanks readers and volunteers for year of help
In this first 1995 issue the Roblin Review thanks readers and volunteers for articles photos and tips. It credits staff and district correspondents and argues the paper should reflect local community news rather than provincial or national topics. The note expresses appreciation and a wish to preserve local history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Stewart
Helping People
Myrt McKay
Legion Ladies
Ordella Henderson
Mary Gamey
Rebekahs
Brian Wilson
Elaine Gauer
Agriviews
Garth Livingston
Pat Kopee
Dale Yeo
Candace Chase
Charity Pankratz
Northstar
Heather Fisher
Keystone Pioneer Museum
Eva Jory
Roblin Horticultural Society
Ken Andrews
San Clara
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The VLT Debate and a Town’s Slot Machine Tale
A neighbor phone call leads to a recurring lunch at a restaurant where a lounge houses VLTs. The piece recalls a confectioner adding three slot machines and a swift police action that removed and smashed the machines, with the proprietor escaping charges.
Bone To Pick Debates On Video Lottery Funds
Two Camrose Canadian editors clash over whether video lottery monies should stay or return to origin. George Stinson quotes a municipal convention motion urging the Alberta government to pass required legislation as the discussion begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camrose
Alberta
Dearly Beloved Friends Aid Letter From Leprosy Stricken Mother
Paula Adora a bedridden leprosy sufferer on a remote island writes for help to feed six children and obtain medicines clothing and schooling. She describes poverty after her husband’s death and appeals to compassionate readers hoping for charity and holiday blessings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paula Adora