Break the chain: question chain emails and superstition
A reader critiques chain email messages that claim to bring luck or warn of dire consequences. The piece mocks superstitions, urges personal contact instead of forwarding, and warns of exaggerated threats and consequences while urging genuine care through direct communication.
Taber Library Highlights Online Resources and Amnesty Month
The Taber Public Library reports updates to Online Library Resources and explains access to Consumer Reports online without embargo. It lists upcoming titles and describes programs, volunteer needs, and amnesty for lost items in April. It notes library fees, computer use, and Wi Fi services.
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Chinook Arch
Academic Search Elite
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Canadian Reference Centre
Masterfile Premier
Expanded Academic Asap
General Reference
Rodanthe
My Ambulance
Robert K. Parker
John Lescroart
Vegan
Cook’s Bible
Vicky Cristina
Barcelona
Philip Roth
Igor
Jodie Picoult
Passchendaele
A. Lincoln
Taber
Library Board
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One Lost Sheep and the Ottawa Homeless
A veteran known as the Man of Bank Street lives on the streets near Ottawa's downtown core, described in intimate observations of his frailty and resilience. The author recalls a cold night recording his story while pondering mortality and endurance. The text also notes 2009 military deaths and a Legion fundraising plea in Alberta with a phone number and five dollar magnet donation request.
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Peace Tower
Canada
Bank Street
Dennis Raymond Brown
Dany Fortin
Kenneth O’quinn
Legion
Tabor
Taber Times Seeks Readers Photo Submissions
The Taber Times invites photographers to submit their best snapshots for the Taber Takes feature. One photo per week will be selected from reader submissions to be published. Drop off at 4822 53 St or email digital images to gsimmons tabertimes.com.
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