Mazankowski Launches Branch Line Inquiry
Ottawa considers reviving abandoned lines through a six month Canadian Transport Commission inquiry. Options include independently run short lines, freight and commuter services, with potential extensions to Maniwaki and Stettler proposals. The minister aims to broaden use of existing infrastructure while delaying closures.
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Ottawa
Canadian Transport Commission
CTC
Don Marankowski
United States
Stettler
Alberta
Canada
Mazankowski
Maniwaki
National Capital Area
CP Rail
Peace River
Acadia
Furness
Inwood
Avoniea
Western Canada
Preeceville
Jim McDonough
Western Division
Elizabeth Taylor Honoured for 70 Years with Roblin Chapter
Roblin Chapter No. 42 celebrated Sister Elizabeth Taylor’s 70 years of membership at its December 4 1984 Christmas party. Banquet at Roblin Motor Inn featured gold and white decorations and a toast by Al Bernard. Taylor joined Humbolt Saskatchewan Chapter on November 11 1914, later helping form Roblin Chapter, with Grand Chapter officials presenting a certificate.
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Roblin
Elizabeth Taylor
Roblin Motor Inn
Taylor
Bro
al Bernard
Dorothy Switzer
Manitoba
Masonic Hall
W.M
Betty Bernard
Sister Taylor
Elizabeth
Humbolt, Sask
Saskatchewan
Hi Weigh Charolais Breeders Fall Female Sale Highlights
Hi Weigh Charolais Breeders held their second annual Fall Female Sale on December 15, 1984. Eleven consignors presented a strong lineup with top prices to Don and Lil Stebeleski for a polled Sir W651L daughter at 2900 dollars. Other notable buys included a 2500 dollar yearling heifer to Squire Farms and Invermay consignments totaling 8150 dollars by Don Milliken as the volume buyer.
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Don
Lil Stebeleski
Oakburn
Ernie Esau
Elm Creek
R & H Cattle Co
Roblin
Squire Farms
Invermay, Sask
Hta Charolais
Rivers
Jessie James
Aide
Judy Hart
Brandon
Invermay
Increases in Family Allowances Announced in Canada
Health Minister Jake Epp announced raises for Canadian Family Allowances set to take effect January, boosting monthly payments for children under 18 to 31.27 in most provinces and territories. Alberta and Quebec opted for provincial variation in 1985. A refundable Child Tax Credit for 1984 provides up to 367 per child, requiring a tax return.
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Health & Welfare
Jake Epp
Alberta
Quebec
Sister Jean Martin A M Presents Plaque At Manitoba Grand Chapter
Sister Jean Martin A M presented Sister Taylor with an engraved plaque from Officers and members. A corsage was given to Sister Taylor by Sister Annie Mills P G M of Grand Chapter Manitoba. Visitors from 11 Chapters attended including Sister Jean Leavens of Stonewall. Grand Chapter leaders and past grand officers were noted. A donation to the Cemetery Fund followed an exchange of gifts. A social hour closed the event.
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Jean Martin A.M
Taylor
Annie Mills P.G.M
Grand Chapter
Manitoba
Jean Leavens
Stonewall
Roblin
Sister Taylor
Cora Martin
Leiu
Museum Ladies Hold Christmas Meeting at Keystone Pioneer Museum
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Keystone Pioneer Museum met on December 18, 1984 at Barb and Eva Steffler's home. Eleven members attended. After prayers and the monthly program a Christmas social was held with gifts exchanged and lunch. Margaret Souter won the draw. Nellie Boleznik won the contest. The next meeting is scheduled for February 10, 1985 at 1 30 p.m. at Margaret Souter’s home.
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Keystone Pioneer Museum
Barb
Eva Steffler
Margaret Souter
Nellie Boleznik
Manitoba Hydro To Increase Rates On April First 1985
Manitoba Hydro will raise electricity rates by about 6 percent starting April 1. Chair Marc Eliesen says Manitoba consumers will still have the lowest rate structure in Canada. The increase aims for $9.9 million net revenue in the 1985 86 year and reserves rise to $84 million. Residential customers would pay roughly $1.35 more monthly for 700 kWh.
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Manitoba
Canada
Manitoba Hydro
Marc Eliesen
Manitoba Hydro- Electric Board
Eliesen
Government of Manitoba
Hliesen
St. John's
St. John
Halifax
Montreal
Toronto
Thunder Bay
Winnipeg
Man
Saskatoon
Sank
Regina
Edmonton
Alto
Vancouver
B.C
Ghompeg Rats
Fcirieaveitenth Cast
Setesy
Ruel
kith/Howth
Hydro
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Canadian National
Canadian Pacific
Carlton
Hodgeville
Tyson
Cre
Claias
Bull
Mary
Lark
Dave
Arwen
Dale
Karen
Brooke
Jay
Vicci Leach
Gilbert Plains
Rose Gerega
Nellie Zibresky
William Symbalisty
Grandview
Mary Symbalisty
Dauphin
Helen Krynorpechka
Nellie
William
Stella Symbalisty
Geo. Laird
Joyce and
George Farmer
Calgary
Jody Farmer
David Front
Red Deer Lake United Church
Jody
David
Perdue
Indiana
Jean Watson W.G.M
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R.V
Can-West Auctions Ltd
Yorkton
Sask
Lo Chay
Ohiest
Additions & Delat
Auctions Ltd
Valley Auto Sales
Ford
L.G.D
Alexander L
Alonna
Armatrong
A.M
Bifrout
Coldwell
Brikedate
Grahamdale
le Broque
Lec. du Bonnet A.M
Massey River
Crown Lands Agricultural Offices
Arborg
Ashean
Bwan River
Steinbach
Neepawa
Crown Lands Branch
Sth
Ashara
Second Ave
Swan Alvar
Stainbach Civic Centre
Main Street
St. James Strost
Agriculture
Charolais
Bob Digby
Dropmore
Bruce Woods
Birch River
Gerald Baskier
Birtle
Gordon Defoort
Cypress River
D Charolais
George Buleziuk
Inglis
Larry Liske
Don Milliken
Holmfield, Man
Jean Watson
Gene Oman
Sis
Monelle Oman
Esther
Merle McPherson
Bob Beggs
Bill Gamey
Mona Cross
P.G.M. Russell
Anne Kelly
P.G.M. Birtle
W.P
SASE
Roman Sedt
Olympia
Carol Wilkingon
San Clara
Pam Andrusiak
H.P
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