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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jul 30, 1975
Page
6
Agriculture Canada notes show domestic demand rising for lamb and wool. In 1973 Canadians ate 3.7 pounds of lamb per person, while only 21.8 million pounds were produced domestically. The report highlights government support, the Sheep Marketing Council, and transportation aid to boost supply and grow markets.
The Brandon Provincial Exhibition hosts an eight million dollar Western Canada Agricultural and Industrial Equipment Exposition August 4 to 9 featuring major Canadian and U.S. manufacturers. The display covers four farming seasons with mammoth tractors, seeding and harvesting gear, fertilizer and chemical lines, promising a revolution in machinery showcases.
Farmers and officials will see demonstrations of experimental machinery at the Equipment Exposition with first public showings of many lines. An old-time steam tractor, threshing unit, Country star Gary Buck entertainment, and an Old Time Fiddler's Contest are planned. The exposition runs daily August 4 to 9, from noon to 8 pm, with no admission change.
Robert Livingstone Sr. died after a short illness at Roblin Hospital aged 90. Funeral held July 17 at Knox United Church with Rev. Brenda Ferguson officiating. interment in Roblin District Cemetery. Born in Airlie Scotland he came to Canada in 1903 and farmed at Duck Mountain before retiring to Roblin. He is survived by wife Mabel predeceased 1964, sister Agnes Primrose, three sons Alex Robert Walter, eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Poor mechanical condition can cause bicycle accidents and injuries. Regular checks prevent hazards from brakes failing to operate to loose handlebars and weak frame points. Inspect nuts and bolts, tires, spokes, wheels, grips, and lights to ensure security and proper function.
The electric skillet offers versatile cooking options beyond frying. It can braise and stew, pop popcorn, bake potatoes and cakes, steam vegetables, and serve as a warming tray. Used with care it consumes less energy than an electric range, making it economical and space saving for the home.
The Northwest Region of Manitoba creates a regional communications specialist to inform residents about local agricultural and community developments. Boyd Solnes coordinates TV radio and press content from Roblin, focusing on Focus on CKOS TV and regular radio items across CKD M Dauphin CJGX Yorkton, with topics planned on housing, dairy production, beef finishing, and community stories.
A collage of comments from readers and observers noting Rosemary Brown as a top candidate for NDP leader while lampooning cartoons, parades, and media. It mentions global figures Kissinger and Solzhenitsyn, spaceflight humor, and a jail anecdote about a parking ticket.
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