Superhero Obsession Reflects Deep North American Desires
The piece argues modern Hollywood loves superheroes while questioning why audiences crave heroes. It contrasts real-world leaders and villains with fictional icons, noting how post 9/11 fear and political distrust shape a hunger for clear good versus evil. It ends noting we must forge our own imperfect justice.
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Afghanistan
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Justice League
Smokescreen What No Wind In Southern Alberta
A calm day in southern Alberta brings noticeable smoke patterns from a sugar factory into view, highlighting a rare windless condition and its visual effects on the region.
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Taber Times Seeks Readers Best Snapshots
The Taber Times invites readers to submit original photographs for the Taber Takes feature. The paper will pick one weekly image to publish, with submissions accepted at 4822 53 St or by email to the editor at gsimmons tabertimes.com.
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Taber Hails 1912 Growth Amid Grain and Coal Struggles
Taber’s 1911 census crowned it the largest Alberta town with coal and farming strength. Rail delays kept 150 cars awaiting shipment as 90 farmers waited for elevators, while grain sales loomed toward 1.5 million bushels. Police wage hikes and a gambling crackdown marked city notes as Edmonton debated new arrest powers.
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