Canadian Legion member recalls WWII funding contrasts
A Russell Legion interview with Albert Beelaert reflects on wartime funding spurts during WWII and questions swift government action in today’s terror threats. He notes morale shifts, money energy, and a postwar warning to troops as context for younger generations.
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America
Russell Legion
Legion
Albert Beelaert
Trudeau
Beelaert
CBC
Ottawa
Hitler
No place for partisan politics at civic welcome event
Dear Mr Chaloner recounts the Russell & District Chamber of Commerce Welcome to Russell gathering at The Russell Inn on October 3. Attendees welcomed about 47 newcomers with support from the Town of Russell and RM of Russell. The letter critiques politically partisan jokes at the event and urges nonpartisan conduct and better guidance for new residents.
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Chaloner
Russell & District Chamber of Commerce
Russell
Russell Inn
Fair Area
Tonce
Chamber of Commerce
Chambers
The Black legacy in Canadian newspapers and politics
A veteran publisher reflects on Conrad Black, his rise at Argus, and his impact through Southam, Sifton, and Thomson. He notes Black’s National Post creation, legal fights, and ambitions, contrasting ego with achievement while pondering his future citizenship and Canada’s media landscape.
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Medicine Hat News
Sherbrooke Record
Sifton
Southam
Thomson
Conad Black
Max Aitken
Lord Beaverbrook
Roy Thomson
Baron Thomson
Conrad Black
Canada
Black
National Post
Conrad
House of Lords
U.K
National
Lord Black
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Rene
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D McGuinness
Agsoriett
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