Political prisoner claim sparks rebuke over grain export case
The debate centers on Andy McMechan who faced jail for breaching bail conditions after exporting grain to the US without a permit. Critics labeled him a political prisoner, while supporters argue he chose to defy laws and sell for higher prices. The piece contrasts rhetoric with the actual legal charges and context.
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Andy McMechan
Canada-Us
Canadian Wheat Board
Ken Dillon
NDP
McMechan
Canada Customs
Andy
FFJ
Competition fuels fair pricing in grain markets
Letter criticizes Sask Wheat Pool President Leroy Larson for comments on dual marketing of malt barley and grain policy. Argues competition keeps prices fair for farmers and processors, calling Larson’s stance naive and undermining producer interests. ends with reference to Goodale and Prairie See NO FLOOD.
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Leroy Larson
Sask Wheat Pool
Mr. Goodale
Larson
Mr. Larson
Canada
Roblin Pee Wees miss provincial chance after regional losses
Disappointed players from Roblin Pee Wees note the lack of room for congratulations to their teams and others in Pee Wees Midgets and Bantams. They express frustration at not ranking with Amish butter churners and plan to keep training for provincials this coming weekend.
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Roblin Pee Wees
Pee Wees
Bantams
Gripe Day Sparks Feisty Notes From Local Editors
A roundup of strong opinions from community newspapers. Geoff Taylor condemns pie shop rules at Crossfield Farmers Market. Peggy Todd reports Tisdale council weighing billboard signs for garage sales. Westlock editors clash over school cap regulations. Melfort Journal weighs in on backwards caps. London Observer quips cap wearers lack wit.
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Main Street
Picayune
Geoff Taylor
Geoff
Irricana
Calgary Health Services
Crossfield
Peggy Todd
Tisdale Recorder
Tisdale Council
RCMP
RGSP
Westlock
Kerry McElroy
Barrhead
Order of Canada
Westlock News
Les Dunford
al Blackmere
Les
McElroy
Ron Phillips
The
Melfort Journal
London Observer
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