29 Jul 1948
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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 29, 1948
Page
1
A column urges balance, praising honesty and communal kindness, then discusses a Australia court case over wheat prices. It questions whether courts or elected representatives should decide public matters, warning of potential treasury costs and democratic tension.
In July 1942 Canadian infantry entered Agda Sicily after five days of heavy fighting. Canadian casualties neared 600 while defeating portions of the German 15th and 29th Panzer Grenadier divisions. Two Canadian officers earned the D.S.O. Lt-Col B M Hoffmeister and Major H B Bell-Irving led Seaforth Highlanders of Canada operations.
A Canadian painter, a member of a painters' club, is mocked for lacking ambition to join or lead any organization. The piece argues progress now favors executive roles and insists the man should adapt to gain organizational practice, warning of a broader trend in society.
The piece portrays a painter who resists political discipline, fearing it would force obedience. He continues painting earnestly in hope of personal satisfaction, grinning at failure as if still a useful part of humanity, though viewed as an extreme nonconformist.
A community notice promotes hospital care support and asks residents to consider funding options through Manitoba Hospital Service Association. It invites interest in Blue applications open until August 16 and is sponsored by local Women’s Institute, Hospital Aid, and Roblin Hospital District board.
Canadian Pacific Air Lines gains regu lar approval for regular passenger and cargo flights on two trans Pacific routes adding 14 420 route miles to Canada's international air services. Four engined Canadair planes with 40 seats and 3 tons cargo will operate under veteran CPA pilots from Vancouver and Edmonton, aiming for a first regular service next summer.
Premier Garson of Manitoba rejects the idea that a wage rise justifies a 21 percent freight rate hike. He argues the seven premiers contest the Railway Board’s 21 percent increase as inadequately supported by evidence and warn that it could open the door to further rate increases after future wage rises.
Saturday's storm did not reach Roblin but 13 miles south a miniature cyclone formed with heavy rain. Local observers noted strong winds and localized rainfall amounts. No injuries reported and crews assess minor damage.
A Roblin CCF member writes to defend the party amid a dispute involving Mr. Watson. The writer stresses healthy democratic differences, clarifies that Hanson is not a CCF member, and notes Cryderman received unanimous local support plus a robust meeting scene. The piece ends with a greeting to district friends and a decision to stop writing letters.
The Manitoba Power Commission reports a 22.08 percent rise in first quarter hydro output from 1947 to 1948, with April to June distribution totaling 31 917 084 kWh versus 26 144 218 kWh. Farm service connections reached 41 315 by June 30, up from 35 139. 2 706 farm contracts were received toward a 5 000 program for 1949. Field days at Foxwarren and Hamiota showcased farm electricity uses and drew strong attendance.
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