Estevan seniors inspire local history book dedication
A longtime Estevan volunteer, Mrs Lulu Irvine, is honored in a history project titled A TALE THAT 18 TOLD produced by a team of 20 seniors. The interview heavy tale highlights senior citizens as a social force, guardians of heritage, and contributors to museums and local memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rooney
Estevan
Lulu Irvine
Irvine
Thearken
Florence
Northwest Herald of Unity
Manitoba
Neepawa
Boissevain
Recorder
Terry Fox
Andy Leveque
Carstairs Community Press
Pensions reform debate grows in Canada
The piece surveys a hot issue as federal ministers push for a full overhaul and expansion of CPP and QPP. It notes underfunding, rising future costs, and a split among small businesses with 26 percent backing expansion while 66 percent oppose. Private plans may be upgraded if not.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Roger Worth
Canada
Quebec
CPP/QPP
Vandalism disrupts Manitoba telephone service
Vandal shot a 300 foot transmission line near Minnedosa on July 28 causing a two day service outage. MTS arranged a temporary fix and will replace the line from Ontario, with install set for August 8. Estimated damage is $12,000. Police investigation underway and officials warn of possible imprisonment for such acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Minnedosa
Amuly
MTS
Ust
Doug Delgatty
M.T.S
Brandon
Delgatty
Herbicide residues guide crop rotations in Alberta
Agriculture Canada researchers say herbicide residues persist in soil and affect future crops. JR Moyer notes residues can aid weed control if rotations are planned carefully but some chemicals like Atrazine can damage oats and sugar beets for years. Research aims to map crop tolerance to residues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agriculture Canada
JR. Moyer
Agricultture Canada
Lethbridge, Alta
Lethbridge Stat
Alberta
Boycotts Do Not Work, Peter Warren Argues
Peter Warren argues against boycotts across Canada and beyond, citing failed campaigns from Caligula to Moscow Olympics and the Soviet grain embargo. He notes backfire effects, higher ticket prices, and harmed farmers and consumers, concluding boycotts harm the public and rarely achieve aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Ictal Anatele
Ottawa
Afghanistan
North America
Ussr
Province funds rail heritage study in Manitoba
The Manitoba government will fund a 71000 grant to the Midwestern Rail Association for a professional feasibility study on preserving rail heritage in Manitoba and Western Canada. The study will evaluate using the CP depot rotunda as a rail heritage display complex or a site in southwest Winnipeg and will cover display themes, design, research, and archival facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manitoba
Canada
C.P
Higgins Avenue
Canadian Pacific
Midwestern Rail Association
Winnipeg
Countess of Duffering
Norma Price
Department of Cultural Affairs and Historical Resources
CPR
Countess of
Homecoming praise from visiting guests in Russell
Mitch and Chick Gurvitz of Langley B thank the RM of Russell and District for a fine homecoming and hospitality. They state the visit was their first to the community, yet they leave with fond memories and many good friends, expressing gratitude to all who participated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell and District
Mitch and
Chick Gurvitz Langley
Humane trapping report released in Canada
Federal Provincial Committee for Humane Trapping released a seven year research report at the 1961 Wildlife Conference in Charlottetown. It reviewed 348 trap designs, detailed 70, recommended foot snares for fox and coyote, urged national humane standards and quality control, and praised Canada as a world leader in trapping technology while noting gradual adoption and ongoing development costs. The report also cautioned Manitoba testing results and the need for continued support from Manitoba Trappers Association and other groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal
Provincial Committee For Humane Trapping
FPCHT
Natural Resources
Harry Enns
Canada
Chalottetown
Enns
Manitoba
Trappers ‘Association
Mr. Enns
Manitoba Announces 1981 White-Tailed Deer Season
Natural Resources Minister details increases in northern zone and Whiteshell Park. After a mild winter the deer herd is healthy with a bumper fawn crop expected. Residents and non residents may take one deer in northern or southern units, except Bucks Only in Pembina Valley. The Pas runs Sept 21 to Oct 17. other northern units run Nov 9 to 28. Southeastern 35 and Whiteshell 36 added to northern zone, expanding season by one week. Southern unit offers four day and eight day options in November. Archery opens Aug 31 and muzzle loading runs Nov 9 to 14 in specified areas. Non Canadians may hunt northern unit with a Manitoba guide.
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Manitoba
Whiteshell
Natural Resources
Harry Enns
Pembina Valley
SIA
Pas
G.h.a.s
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Ene
Russell Banner
Adfierron
Russell
United States
Roger Worth
Canadian Federation of Independent Business
Ontario
Peter Warren
Aycott
Caligula
Cra
Vancouver
Wendy O. Williams
Playhouse Theatre
Winnipeg Police Department
U.ss.r
U.S
South America
U.S.S.R
Dufferin
Humane Trapping Report
Narcisse
Souris River Bend
Lauder Sandhills
Watson P. Davidson Wildlife Management Areas
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