PC errors trigger emotional Roblin Russell night
Widespread errors in poll result recording sparked confusion and tears at the Russell PC office as Len Derkach addressed supporters at 10 pm. He apologized for the party’s setback, blamed Liberal gains for the loss, and awaited official results amid recounts and complaints to the Chief Electoral Officer.
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Manitoba liquor sales allowed on election day first in 30 years
In March 1985 Manitobans could buy liquor during polling hours after the Liquor Control Act was amended to permit sales on election days. Irene Hamilton, Director of Licensing, explained the act deletion nullified the ban for provincial elections though federal rules still apply. Vendors were unsure at first, but Russel’s beverage rooms and MLCC store reported normal sales.
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Derkach Wins Roblin Russell Contest by Narrow Margin
In Roblin Russell the race appeared tight as Len Derkach finally led by 28 votes after corrections. Gary Gaber, Fred Embryk, and Derkach campaigned vigorously with late-night results stirring uncertainty and a hoped for recount. Embryk maintained focus on a possible official tally due March 25, while Gaber praised Carstairs and prepared for future Liberal efforts.
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Winnipeg
Findlay Wins Virden Constituency in Manitoba Election
PC candidate Glen Idlay secured a decisive victory in Virden as Findlay, a 45 year old Virden farmer, captured 4 222 votes. NDP candidate Phil Schwarz earned 1 738, SOR candidate Alex Gabrielle 1 466, Liberal Lyman Smith 516. Findlay praised voter support and campaign effort noting expected NDP vote drop and Gabrielle gains from other parties. He argued the PCs could push the NDP government on rural Manitoba issues and urged the Legislature to convene soon to press their agenda.
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Findlay
NDP
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SOR
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Virden Constituenct
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Gabrielle
Pcs
Manitoba
Advance voting up in Roblin Russell and Virden ridings
Advance polls show a surge in Roblin Russell and Virden constituencies with 374 voters at six Roblin-Russell booths, 120 at Roblin returning office, and strong gains across Rossburn Gilbert Plains Russell Grandview Roblin Virden. Overall turnout rises but provincewide voting remains under 70 percent.
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