Writers seek wartime prisoner stories and Rossburn road debate
A freelance military affairs writer requests readers to share information on former enemy POWs near Rossburn during WWII, including names and contacts in Canada, researchers, and VE Day plans for 1995. The letter also voices concern over upgrading the Riding Mountain National Park west end trail from Rossburn to Grandview, arguing it would destroy historic value and harm the park.
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Rossburn
Canada
Swan River
Europe
James Anderson
Grassick Avenue
Regina
Sask
Government of
West End
Grandview
Dauphin
Frank Kucher
Peter Holle and the New Zealand reform critique
The letter attacks Peter Holle of the Manitoba Taxpayers Association for praising a New Right shift in New Zealand while ignoring its negative outcomes. It cites high child poverty, youth self harm, crime, rural unemployment, family violence, and worsening health, claiming such data are well known and supported.
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Peter Holle
Holle
Manitoba Taxpayers’ Association
New Zealand
N.Z
Letter to the Editor questions New Zealand economic claims
Murray Dobbin from Saskatoon argues that Holle's portrayal of New Zealand's economy omits past devastation and mounting debt. He notes 6.1 percent growth amid seven years of contraction, rising public and foreign debt, and unemployment rising from four to 7.8 percent, urging full disclosure of consequences for comparison with Canada.
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N.Z
Holle
New Zealand
Murray Dobbin
Saskatoon
Sask
Drama production gets rave reviews in Rossburn
The cast, director and crew of "Tish" receive congratulations from Mayor Shirley Kalynuk for a superb performance. Residents applaud the talented group and look forward to their next show in Rossburn.
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Rossburn
Shirley Kalynuk
Salute to Volunteer Column Seeks Community Submissions
The Rossburn Review invites readers to nominate a local volunteer for a monthly salute. Submit a brief write up detailing their contributions and include a photo if available.
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Rossburn Review
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