Stamp out postal strikes in Canada poll shows limited backing
A Gallup poll, funded by Coalition Against Penal Abuse, finds most Canadians oppose postal worker strikes. Sixty six percent vote against the right to strike, led by Prairie residents, with Ontario and Quebec more divided. Blue collar workers show small support for ending the right, while many rely on mail for livelihoods and business.
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Coalition ‘Gains Penal Abuse
Canada Pos
Quebec
Otrs
Star Wars and Canada eyes in U S missile program
Opinion piece questions Canada’s role in the Strategic Defense Initiative under Mulroney. It argues subsidies to Canadian firms for US missile components signal a shift from nonproliferation. It warns of huge costs, dubious protection, and moral concerns about arms race priorities. It urges public response to leaders.
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Reagan
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Tragic kidney transplant tale spurs organ donation drive
Peter Warren recalls Greg Draa’s death after a May 8 accident on Roblin Blvd. His family donated kidneys and eyes to save two lives, while Manitobans face low consent rates. Del Johnston urges Manitoba to mark licences indicating organ-donor wishes, prompting calls to Health Minister Larry DesJardins for a legal policy change.
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Janet
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del Johnston
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Litte Greg
Russell Progress 4.1947 A town water dream revived
John Forsyth recalls the Forsyth family move to Russell amid unemployment and lack of water and sewer. He credits Vern Warrian for pushing town water as a health and growth catalyst, noting repeated council opposition and a later successful sewer and water rollout that spurred a building boom and improved life quality for families and children.
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Vern Warrian
Canada
Penny Wise
Pound
Russell Town and Country Save
John Forsyth
Souris
Reggies Columnist Spars With Ban on School Books
Peter Warren voices concern over book bans in school libraries. He recalls Catcher in the Rye and questions what adverse effects might have prompted bans. Overheard chatter at St. Regis Hotel Tavern notes a paper headline about open haven and Denmark facing Easter with no beer or television due to ration strikes.
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Reforming the Canadian Senate: a decades long debate
A column analyzes calls to reform or abolish the Senate, noting the complex path required to change the constitution. It recalls quotes from early Canadian figures and reports on regional papers advocating options like Triple E reform or abolishing the chamber, concluding real change would take a decade of sustained effort.
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James Lougheed
Alberta
Richard Cartwright
Commons
Hanna Herald
Wetaskiwin Times
Eas
Moosomin World Spectator
Asiniboia Times
Mulroney
Melfort Journal
Striking Variety Marked Local News From Stratford Area
April dates show teaching appointments, building activity, and family moves in Stratford district. Hyde hired as teacher at Stratford School. Keating plans a large frame granary for 1996 crop. A Shellmouth dance draws big crowd with local musicians. Funeral attendance and resident shifts noted. Forward-looking notes include Elks farewell, Winnipeg moves, railway ties work, and a 1965 motors award. Local sports and clubs contribute funds and awards.
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