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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Jun 08, 1978
Page
2
Parents warned about heat hazards from leaving children and pets in parked cars. Even with windows open, interior temperatures rise quickly in direct sun, reaching 42 to 45 degrees Celsius within 15 to 45 minutes, risking heat stroke or death. Manitoba summers heighten risk, though no confirmed local death. advice urges never to leave unattended youngsters in vehicles.
In Manitoba the Tories fix NDP family laws Bill 38 and Bill 39 retaining names and core aims while trimming provisions on asset sharing and enforcement. Critics like Howard Pawley and Alice Steinbart attack dilution of equal sharing principles. Urban sprawl policy and environmental bills also feature, with Mines Minister Brian Ransom proposing plant shutdown powers and MPs debating MPIC governance and transparency.
The Russell Branch of the Legion reports exceeding the $1,300 goal with a total canvass of 1423.06 for 1978. A remittance of 1332.50 is acknowledged with thanks and an official receipt enclosed. Congratulations go to Campaign Chairman Harry Stanchuk, canvassers, donors, and all involved in the successful effort.
Renew able Resources and Transportation Services Minister Ken MacMaster announced moose hunting seasons on Hecla Island Provincial Park from September 18 to October 14 and December 4 to 9. Manitoba residents can enter a draw for 250 licences with bowhunters in season one and rifle hunters in season two, plus 10 licences for long-time island residents. Applications due by July 14 to the Department of Renewable Resources and Transportation Services, 1495 St. James Street, Winnipeg. License fee is 16 dollars and forms are available at departmental offices.
A chronicle from Russell area records June events across 1908 1918 1928 1938 1948 1958 and 1968. Transactions include A Setter purchasing the Nixon farm and Mullins opening a real estate and insurance office. Builds rise with H Smith Alf Clee and F Matheson Rev Edmison. Frost damaged wheat reseeded in 1918. June 1968 school athletes shine at Russell Central School with top performers named.
The Ontario Society of Aging chief urges acceptance of aging while The Toronto Sunday Sun pushes for NHL expansion to three more Canadian cities and a six man Canadian division. It appeals to Harold Ballard to drop past stupidity and show vision if he has one.
Regular meeting of the Russell Council on May 25 1978 at 8 00 p m with Mire Kinney presiding and councilors in attendance. Items approved include last meeting minutes, accounts totaling 18535 44, and permits for Alvin Steinwandt Dennis Patterson and Earl Swain. Rates for four inch sewer and five eighth inch water connections set per street type with adjustments and approvals by the applicant on Provincial Road No 607.
Highways and Public Works Minister Harry Enns announced a grant of 98500 to the Manitoba Safety Council to help cover costs of defensive driving courses. The amount matches last year’s, reflecting studies showing graduates have fewer accidents and violations. The council also gets annual funding from Manitoba Public Insurance and a $1 per graduate stipend.
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