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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jan 15, 2008
Page
5
A nine year old in Spear Lake near Russell saved and bought a $200 tackle box for winter ice fishing. The box with hooks and money was stolen after the fishing hut was broken into between Christmas and Boxing Day. The letter writer urges the thief to return the gear and do the right thing.
In a provincial voice, the piece notes Saskatchewan's oil, uranium and potash boom brings jobs and new residents. It argues preparedness is essential for housing, hospitals, roads and schools to accommodate growth, urging politicians and officials in small towns to plan for large projects and spin offs.
A letter backing a Brandon casino plebiscite argues the project would benefit First Nations and boost local economy. It contrasts Brandon voters with Birtle ratepayers and cites Reeve Wilson’s cautious support, urging public engagement for the measure.
Gwynne Dyer assesses Iowa results and the 2008 field. He notes Ron Paul gains among a minority, Hillary Clinton trailing Obama and Edwards, and Mike Huckabee's surprise lead despite Romney outspending him. The piece critiques Huckabee's flat tax and its impact on the poor, argues the GOP coalition is fracturing, and predicts limited hope for the party after Bush.
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