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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 11, 1967
Page
6
Two large figures in the centennial national show travel on the road with strong attendance described as peak capacity plus. The Armed Forces Military Ta i toe opened to the public at Peterborough Ontario as of March 31 with high interest and significant turnout.
John W. Fisher Centennial Commissioner notes the commission’s professional show and audience enthusiasm for the opening numbers. The statement marks satisfaction with the 1987 celebration kickoff.
The Confederation Train drew 58 000 visitors in Victoria in January and 650 000 by April 6 in Saskatoon, with projections reaching two million as daily crowds rise. The traveling exhibit honors ordinary Canadians who fought in wars and features military tattoo performances, songs, and precision gymnastic shows, aiming to inspire national pride and remembrance.
Canada Post to release a commemorative stamp on June 30 1967 marking the centennial year visit of Queen Elizabeth II with a royal itinerary including Ottawa Expo 67 and a royal yacht voyage. Stamp designed by Canadian Bank Note Co Limited from an Anthony Buckley portrait, printed in gold on lighter gold with laurel detailing, in a 27 million stamp run.
An amused crowd at a party honoring John Diefenbaker heard him joke that after long consideration he should go and get a haircut. The anecdote captures a light moment during the event and reflects informal tone in a political setting.
A Montreal sculptor criticizing Expo's modernist sculpture, which cost $50,000, threatens to blow up the display. The piece has drawn anger over titles and prompts debate on art and public funding. VIPs for Pan Am Games week, including Prince Philip and Billy Graham, are noted.
The Canadian Highway Safety Council warns cowboys at the wheel are a menace on the road though often unaware. Repeated tire-skidding maneuvers cost 50c to 1.50 per tire and under inflated tires raise costs and risk. Every motorist bears responsibility to maintain tires for safety and economy.
The Royal Bank of Canada, first among chartered banks to announce residential mortgage aims under the new Bank Act, is distributing a newsletter on the subject titled Mortgage Mat- once issued. The note outlines policy shifts and guidance for potential borrowers as lenders adapt to the new regulatory framework.
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