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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Mar 11, 1981
Page
2
A letter argues Canadians are tired of the B N A Act quarrel and parochial politics. The writer suggests Westminster views Canada’s push for self rule with disbelief. The piece blames Parliament and provincial interests for clouding the issue.
Bill Smiley recalls slow mail delivery and delays in seasonal columns. He notes 1980's mix of gloom and bright moments including a Toronto Star article on teacher burnout and a high school honor night speech. He shares letters from readers, old friends, and a TV repair man signoff as he reflects on the good old days and plans for 1981.
The June 3 1981 census will shape transfer payments across Canada with each resident contributing $300 to provinces for health care education and social services. Federal transfers exceed $7 billion yearly and 30 new House seats may be added distributed mainly to Ontario Alberta Quebec BC Nova Scotia Manitoba and Newfoundland. Public awareness is vital as businesses join the campaign.
Peter Warren argues the Crow Rate subsidy shaped CPR freight costs and farm prices. He cites a 1897 deal under Laurier that gave Ottawa funds to build a southern link in exchange for fixed rates. He criticizes Trudeau for not revisiting the arrangement, noting long-standing losses and regional resentment in Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberta and B C.
A small group of eleven editors, including two women, met with Prime Minister Trudeau to discuss farm and small town issues. Topics covered included RCMP funding and modernization, provincial security options, and the Western Development Fund. The PM defended current police philosophy, flagged rising RCMP costs, and urged Western input on spending and decision making.
Farmers face higher seed fertilizer herbicide and fuel costs plus record high interest rates. A tighter budgeting season ahead will push growers to sharpen crop plans this spring amid financial pressure and market volatility.
Manitoba Agriculture estimates per acre costs for 1981 crop production as wheat 147.92, barley 145.41, rapeseed canola 145.87, flaxseed 135.20, chickpeas 138.58, fababe expect. Farmers seek operating loans near 70 000 to 85 000 to fund the upcoming season and mortgage lenders will review budgets and repayment prospects.
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