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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 22, 1977
Page
6
A reflective piece urges not to leave the renewal of the Christmas Spirit to chance. It contrasts planned holiday logistics with spontaneous spiritual renewal, citing a young woman touched by a special service and urging personal moments of reflection, care for others, and a peaceful world.
Bill Smiley describes a week of toddler chaos as his wife babysits two energetic boys. The older is clever and curious, the younger aggressive but affectionate, leading to chaotic scenes from baths to playtime. He notes the strain on patience, property, and Gran's calm. The piece captures a humorous, weary father’s view of a lively house full of energy.
W Leslie Cowling aged 58 of 1801 S Marks Street died in hospital December 7 1977 after a long illness. Born in Crandall Manitoba he served in the Canadian Armed Forces from 1942 to 1946 and 1962. He lived in Thunder Bay since 1965 and worked for the Post Office. Survived by wife Elinor M sons Bruce Del Paul, daughter Cheryl and several stepchildren. Funeral December 16 at Jenkens Funeral Home. burial in Cranbrook BC with memorials to the Canadian Cancer Society.
A chronological list of dated local notes from Decembers spanning 1907 to 1967 includes lumber contract awards, farm purchases, municipal election results, nursing hospital closures, a hockey visit, heavy Christmas mail, college delegates, a high school bonspiel, job awards, a life membership, school division votes, and a curling bonspiel winner with prize money.
The Manitoba Development Corporation will suspend lending and undergo a detailed review of its future. Industry and Commerce Minister Bob Banman said it would be irresponsible to negotiate loans while assessing operations and making cabinet recommendations. The decision does not imply a government retreat from business or capital sourcing needs.
A Ottawa column argues ministerial reshuffles resemble musical chairs with ministers repeatedly losing control of their portfolios. It notes posturing by deputy ministers, cabinet turnover since 1966, and growing power of the PMO, suggesting democracy suffers when bureaucracy dominates Ottawa.
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