18 Mar 1986
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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 18, 1986
Page
1
The piece recalls Yogi Berra's line It ain't over till it's over and relates the idea to persistence in politics. It notes how spring training sparks hope for a comeback, with memories of past heroes guiding fans through a season ahead. The Canadian Federation of In- ismentioned as keeping ideas on ice for a later opportune moment.
The CFIB warns that a value added tax would burden businesses and consumers alike by adding paperwork and record keeping for exemptions. Officials deny current plans but critics say the issue remains alive despite being put on ice.
A two storey farm home about 4:30 p m Sunday March 16th east of Roblin was reduced to rubble. Five children and four adults were left homeless. No injuries reported. Fire Chief Tom Bowley said the building was engulfed before the Roblin Fire Department arrived. A fund to aid victims was started at the Royal Bank in Roblin.
Gaber backed by Senator Molgat lobbied about Liberal policy to about thirty attendees at a San Clara Community Centre pot luck. Campaign teams held Roblin Drop-In appearances March 12 and pancake breakfast March 15 attracting mixed affiliations and large crowds. Pastor Barkman urged Sunday business restrictions, with council offering no firm stance except noting service stations.
Council approves ten tentative road plans and site locations to be sent to the Highways Department after landowner consent. Land owned by Ekunas Enterprises Ltd. is involved. Reeve Mervyn Mickelson says the project should be welcomed and not opposed by landowners or tenants working for Ekunas.
CN cites a falling workload with 10.3 million gross ton miles in 1983 and 9.3 in 1985 to justify staff reductions at Gilbert Plains and Bield. The company promises no loss of service safety or efficiency and pledges rehires if future needs require it.
The article discusses Sunday sports scheduling rules limiting games before 1:00 p.m. and out of town games after 3 p.m. to allow attendance at church services. It notes consideration of accommodation for all involved and mentions continuation of the topic.
A historical essay examines persistent racism in Canadian society with references to Galicians and Eastern European immigrants. It cites Manitoba figures Hugh John Macdonald and Sir Rodmond Roblin using demeaning terms and denying voting rights, noting sensational newspaper fabrications about Galicians.
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