Expansion of Vocational Rehabilitation in Southern Saskatchewan
The March of Dimes program will expand in 1960 to serve southern Saskatchewan with a Regina Vocational Rehabilitation Centre planned to open by spring if funds permit. The VLC offers assessment and work preparation, sheltered employment, and referrals to Marina Creations for homebound handicapped. In 1959, 150 handicapped adults were served and 35 placed in jobs. public support is urged to sustain the program and reduce stigma by focusing on abilities over disabilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
March of Dimes
Saskatchewan
Regina
VLC
Marina Creations
V.R.C
Women Dominating TV Viewing Sees Limited Roles for Women
Gisele Mackenzie argues that women control most family TV sets and still few top stars are female. She cites Dinah Shore as a symbol of the successful woman and notes early TV attempts by Eve Arden and others failed. She suggests men in households should take over viewing control to boost chances for more feminine entertainers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gisele
Mackenzie
Dinah Shore
Gale Storm
Loretta Young
Eve Arden
Patti Page
Spring Byington
Rosemary Clooney
Jane Wyman
Joan Davis
Dinah
Pick em out Gentleman One who can disagree without being disagreeable
Quotations define types of people by witty contrasts in a compact nine line excerpt. The piece uses playful labels such as pessimist optimist cynic bore and diplomat to humorously critique character traits. It travels through traits with brief, punchy definitions and light satire.
RCAF 1959 Highlights Supersonic CF-104 Era Begins
The year featured the arrival and planned deployment of the CF-104 strike recon jet, the 50th Anniversary of Powered Flight in Canada, and the 35th Anniversary of the RCAF. NATO aircrew training reductions prompted relocations and disbandments, while the Golden Hawks formed for anniversary celebrations.
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RCAF
Canada
NATO Air Division
Europe
Golden Hawks
North Stars
Air Materiel Command
Air Force
National’ Defence
NATO
Newfoundland
Vancouver Island
Baddeck
N.S
Paul Hartman
J. A. D. McCurdy
Frozen Bay
Chatham
N.B
U.S
Cence
Canadair Ltd
Montreal
Wrenda Engines Ltd
Toronto
Oldenburg
Germany
Air Division
North Atlantic
France
Turkey
Greece
Portugal
George
William J. Marsh
Nelson B. Killens
Whitby
Ont
Cpl
Theodore G. Onarheim
Kenora
John J. Gommer
Springfield
Robert W. Henderson
Charlottetown
P.E.I
Be a blood donor the life you save may be your own
A file promotes blood donation, noting a pint takes about half an hour and can save a life tomorrow. It emphasizes the body replenishes the donation in 24 hours and urges healthy adults 18 to 65 to donate. It highlights products like serum albumin and fibrinogen, and calls to keep appointments with the Red Cross Blood Transfusion Service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Saskatchewan Hospital Services Plan
Saskatchewan
Ingrid Jensen Among Norwegian Crew Aboard Kristin Bakka
Ingrid Jensen is the wireless officer and the only woman aboard the 10,000 ton Norwegian ship Kristin Bakka. Described as natural and nice by shipmates, she has already visited 13 countries and is nicknamed Vesia meaning Little one. The crew of 50 treat her as one of them and praise her conduct and friendliness. Cant. Jacob Olsen called her a fine person.
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Ingrid Jensen
Kristin Bakka
Canada
Miss Jensen
Vesia
Jacob Olsen
Butter Brings Full Flavor to Every Dish
Butter is praised as the key to richer taste in baking, cooking, and eating. Chefs and home cooks note its ability to deepen aroma, moisture, and finish across meals, from breads to sauces, highlighting its versatility and essential role.
Canada leading or satellite in atomic energy debate
The piece argues Canada must seize control of its uranium and atomic energy future. It cites D M LeBourdais on self reliance, urges government and industry to back energy development, end bilateral sale bottlenecks, and notes Saskatchewan's resources and royalties. Ontario calls a national conference to decide whether Canada leads or remains a satellite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
D. M. LeBourdais
America
Defence
Saskatchewan
Beaverlodge
National Research Council
Ontario
Robert Macaulay
Right to decide over trading stamps sparks debate
A letter argues against banning discount stamps, claiming individual choice should prevail. It warns that government overreach erodes personal freedom, noting many merchants reject stamps while others see catalogs as hoodwinks. The piece calls for respecting consumers who prefer options.
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Co-Operatives
Canadian Association of Consumers
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Cadza
Allied Air Forces
Central Europe
Rockcliffe
MacDonald
Man
No. 4 Advanced Flying Training School
Winnipeg
Training Command
Trenton
Air Transport Command
426 Transport Squadron
Transport Command
Air ‘Transport Command
United Nations Emergency Force
Middle East
E Arish
UNEF
Canadian Infantry Brigade
North Star
Canadair
Norway
Denmark
Air Defence Command
North Bay
Mount Laurier
Quebec
Pinetree
Dew Line
U.S.A
Maritime Air Command
Argus
An Argus
Greenwood
Gander
Mid
Ireland
Australia
New Zealand
Hawaii
Mari
Commonwealth Air Forces
Ottawa
Queen Elizabeth Tland
Prince Philip
Green Island
Canara
Air Forces of the
Commonwealth
Red Cross Blood Transfusion Service
the Saskatchewan Mining News
the Standard
Shaunavon
Sask
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