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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
May 29, 1985
Page
1
Deviation praised by banker fuels startup zeal
Boston banker James Howell urges societies to nurture deviance to spark entrepreneurship. He cites 85 percent of U S venture capital firms starting in the 1970s in California, Texas and Massachusetts as evidence of tolerance for mavericks. A Manitoba family faces extra rent after a deceased tenant failed to give notice, prompting ministerial review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
James Howell
U.S
California
Texas
Massachusetts
Manitoba
Feeding stations reveal muskrat populations in marshes
In marshes the presence of active muskrat feeding stations offers a reliable sign of population levels. Stations use leftover vegetation and strong musk scent. muskrats feed mainly at dawn and dusk, traveling up to half a kilometer from home in fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tive
Shell Valley
S.E
Roblin
N.W
Roblinin Bield
N.E
Boulton
Inglis
Deepdale
Clinic Corner donations aid Gail returning to Seattle
The article reports ongoing donations to Roblin District Medical Centre Inc to support Gail's high cost operation and future Seattle follow up. Manitoba Health Services covers part of the operation and funds remain to help hospitalized children via a Winnipeg group. It notes Patrick Baker of The Arthritis Society as a contact for public education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roblin District
Manitoba Health Services
Gail
Seattle
Winnipeg
Mrs Matilda Mitchell Visits Relatives in Flin Flon
Mrs Matilda Mitchell of Flin Flon visited relatives and friends in the community during the past week. She was accompanied by Eleanor Boyce of Flin Flon who visited Togo Makaroff area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matilda Mitchell
Flin Flon
Eleanor Boyce
Togo - Makaroff
Fire Department Adds Ken Pound to Roster
A Thursday discovery shows fireman Ken Pound was absent for a group photo but remains on the department list, bringing the count to 19 instead of the usual 18. Readers are urged to renew subscriptions to the Roblin Review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ken Pound
Fire Department
Living with Arthritis Drugs Warn Eye Safety
Some malaria drugs like Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine help rheumatoid arthritis and lupus but may affect the eyes. Regular eye exams are advised, sunglasses outdoors may help, and effects take weeks to develop and fade after stopping. The column warns the information is for guidance only and to consult a doctor for specifics.
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Mino
Manitoba Community Newspapers Association
CCNA
Manitoba Press Council
Canada
U.S.A
Mainstream
By Tony Carlson
Kevin
Manitobe
Mr. Howell
Ducks Unlimited Canada
Waverley Street
World Bank
Africa
Asia
Malaysia
Matoba
York Avenue
Manitoba Employment Services and Economic Security
Len Evans
Manitoba Department of Northern Affairs
Northern Community Assets Program
Northern Affairs
Manitoba Jobs Fund
CCESS
Patrick Baker
The
Arthritis Society
Yonge St
Suite
Toronto
Ontario
Chefoie
Roblin Review
St. Regis
Regisi
Smith St
Wpg. Man
SMEAL
Berke
Makaroff
Schools
Hospital
Arena
2Nd Avenue S.W
Business District
San Clara
3Rd Ave
St. Vlnd's College
Main Street
Duck Mountains
Roblin Trailer Court
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