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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 25, 1981
Page
1
The Canada Safety Council highlights National Safe Driving Week as winter approaches. Drivers are reminded that winter brings tricky light, bad weather, and poor road conditions increasing accident risk. A key technique is emphasized for all drivers to practice to reduce incidents.
The article explains the two second rule from the Canada Safety Council. It advises counting One Thousand One, One Thousand Two as you pass a fixed object to ensure you are two seconds behind the vehicle ahead. In bad weather extend to four seconds and emphasize following distance as the driver controllable space cushion.
A Manitoba focused legal column explains the right to refuse treatment, the criminal limits on assisted death, and the rules on posthumous body or organ donation under the Manitoba Human Tissues Act. It notes next of kin can override in some cases and cautions that laws may change after 1981.
Mainstream Canada discusses the credit crunch as Canada’s banks tighten loans for small firms amid high interest rates. It notes bankers push for loan repayment and poorer credit training. The piece urges bank managers to visit businesses to understand operations and risks, praising Roblin’s Chamber of Commerce for community service.
Assiniboine Community College announces an Adult Literacy Education Program to start in January 1982. The program uses volunteer tutors trained by staff to teach reading and writing, aiming to help Manitoba adults who may be functionally illiterate. Programs will operate on campus in Brandon and in other communities with need.
A continuation notes Premier Lyon proposed a Pawley designated attendee with Mr. Curtis for the Federal Provincial Finance Minister's Conference in Halifax on November 23 and 24. Former Finance Minister Saul Miller was selected to attend.
In the transition the present Executive Council will send Orders in Council before Novem ber 30 to Mr Pawley for concurrence prior to forwarding to the Lieutenant Governor for signature. Premier Lyon invited Pawley to meet if other matters arise to ensure an orderly transfer of responsibilities and extended good wishes to the new government.
The article argues that a strong Chamber requires active people who give time energy and experience to improve their community for themselves and families. It notes the Chamber concept dates back over four thousand years and emphasizes voluntary giving as essential.
On Tuesday November 10, 1981, Lawrence Lungal, proprietor of a local Auto Dealership, was convicted of fraud after a trial. The verdict brings an end to a case that alleged deceptive practices in vehicle sales and financing. Local authorities cited ongoing fraud patterns in the dealer’s operations.
Roblin was found guilty on five counts of fraud after an RCMP investigation into odometer tampering for vehicle resale. He received one year probation for Mr. Lungal and more than $1,700 in fines.
Reggie's Ramblings notes Manitoba enjoyed unusually mild late fall weather during Remembrance Day ceremonies with bright sun and no snow. An oldtimer blames the calm on hot air from hopeful candidates, joking the campaign might have extended the season if true.
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