The Supreme Court of Canada, in fine Canadian fashion, managed to accomplish what many people didn’t think was possible–issue a ruling on three questions probing the legality of Quebec’s unilateral separation that both sides could claim as a victory. But whether you view the nine justices as astute diplomats, or […]
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Dear sir: I write this letter after much consideration and reflection on the life, spirit, and talent of my former Muskie teammate, Brad Johnstone. As you are in no doubt aware, Brad passed away suddenly through a tragic airplane accident in Alaska. He died doing something he loved and cherished. […]
Dear sir: I confess! I like to watch television. What I don’t like is our TV guide. In my opinion, it leaves a lot to be desired. First, it is not a complete listing as it only goes to midnight, and I’m sure some of the stations have programming later […]
When it seems that things aren’t as good as they used to be, we may be thinking 20 years back.How about doubling the span. Did you know that there was no university, no college, no arts complex, no so-many-other-things in Northwestern Ontario? Quetico Centre was the first adult education institution […]
John E. Vold, of 550 Osborne St., Fort Frances, Ont., passed away at La Verendrye hospital on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 1998 at the age of 80. He was born in Fort Frances on July 19, 1918 to the late Melinda and Ole Vold. He grew up and went to school […]
Fredrick “Stan” Stanley Stobart, 85, of 706 Church St., Fort Frances, Ont., passed away at La Verendrye General Hospital on Sunday morning, Aug. 23, 1998. Stan was born Sept. 15, 1912 in England but immigrated to Canada at the age of 15, working in farming at Tisdale, Sask. In 1938, […]
John Nelson Cameron, of Stratton, Ont., passed away Tuesday, Sept. 22, 1998. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; and five daughters and one son.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Browman-Sandul on Friday, Aug. 21, 1998 in Crescent City, Cal. with her son at her side. Mary was born April 3, 1919 and grew up in Ray, Mn. She later moved to International Falls, Mn. and then to […]
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Browman-Sandul on Friday, Aug. 21, 1998 in Crescent City, Cal. with her son at her side. Mary was born April 3, 1919 and grew up in Ray, Mn. She later moved to International Falls, Mn. and then to […]
Robert Leslie “Bob” Pettit, 61, of 1220 Strachan Place, Fort Frances, Ont., passed away Wednesday, Aug. 19, 1998 at La Verendrye General Hospital. He was born Feb. 9, 1937 in Fort William, Ont. to the late William and Rita Pettit. Mr. Pettit lived in Thunder Bay until 1981, when he […]
Dear editor: Tobacco use prevention is a community problem which requires us to come together and suggest workable solutions. We can all play a part. If you are a customer, let restaurant owners know that you prefer smoke-free dining. If you are a voter, strongly urge your councillors to draft […]
Dear editor: Reading the letter last week from Martin Booth on the care he and his wife received in Rainycrest promoted me to write. My sister and I lost our father, Harold Lucas, in the early part of March, where he had been in and out of hospital several times […]
