Centennial Year Reflections Mark Losses and Legacy
Canada in 1867 faces triumphs and tragedy as Georges Vanier dies in office and Vincent Massey follows, shaping national unity. Winnipeg closes the Royal Alexandra Hotel, a historic hub for press conventions, while youth voices spark debate on teen rebellion and responsibility. License plate rules and renewals wrap the year’s civic notices.
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Canada
Georges Vanier
Vincent Massey
London
England
Thor
Massey
Manitoba
Weekly Press
Hnger
Alex
Winnipeg
Town finances and town council concerns voiced in Roblin letter
Councillor W. E. Nash presents concerns over rising assistance in Roblin, high taxes, and debt. He urges publishing the 1968 expense account, questions council practice, and pushes for local reforms including a dog bylaw, a depôt for buses, a curfew, and a part time police hire. He critiques water and sewer work, praises a potential new rink, and calls for sidewalks and street projects to bolster town growth.
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Roblin
Holt
Virden
Bus Co
South Side
Mater and Sewer Service
Hospital Street
Expo
Second Avenue
Rose Avenue
2Nd Ave
First Gt
Second St
Seventh Ave
Johnson
France
W. E. Nash
Manitoba Marriages Rise in 1967 with July Peak
Manitoba reports 1,751 marriages in 1967 up from 7,131 in 1966 and 7,277 in 1953, with July leading the year at 1,030 weddings and September close behind at 999. Births declined from 17,921 in 1966 to 16,631 in Centennial year, March saw the most births at 1,580. deaths were estimated at 7,174.
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Manitoba
Department of Health
Vital Statistics Branch
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Royal Alexandra
C.P.R
Gure
Agricultural Society
University of Shortdale
Yorkton
Taht
Tiktat
Manitoba Centennial
East End
Roblin Auto Body
Boasei Power
Toboggans
Deluxe
H.P
Hercules
Dodge
Fouillard Lumber and Supplies
ST. Lazare, Manitoba
TNS
Anwolider
Hydro
Manitoba Hydro
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