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TODAY–Sunday-3 April 2011 IN CANADIAN HISTORY-Cape Breton Island-Nova Scotia

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1930 FIRST CUP IN OLD FORUM

Montreal Quebec – Montreal Canadiens win the Stanley Cup for the first time in the new Montreal Forum, beating Boston Bruins 4-3 in game 2 of a two-game series sweep.
1946

Also On This Day...

Ottawa Ontario –
Canada agrees to acquire the Canadian section of the Alaska Highway, including telephone systems, buildings and other assets, for $108 million (1,221 miles at $88,000 a mile); 2,450-kilometre highway originally cost US$140 million to build, as a wartime supply route in case of Japanese invasion of North America. Here’s a painting of it under construction
1943

And in Today's Canadian Birthdays...

Richard Manuel 1943-1986
singer, pianist, keyboardist, drummer, of The Band, was born on this day at Stratford, Ontario in 1943; dies by his own hand in a Florida motel room Oct. 28, 1986, to universal sadness; buried in Stratford. Eric Clapton dedicated his song, Holy Mother, to Manuel. Here is a list of his greatest tracks:

  • In A Station / Tears of Rage / Lonesome Suzie / I Shall Be Released “Music From Big Pink” The Band, 1968
  • King Harvest (Will Surely Come) / Across The Great Divide / Whispering Pines / Rockin’ Chair “The Band” The Band, 1969
  • The Shape I’m In / Sleeping “Stage Fright” The Band, 1970
  • The Moon Struck One “Cahoots” The Band, 1971
  • Share Your Love With Me / The Great Pretender “Moondog Matinee” The Band, 1973
  • Hobo Jungle / Rags & Bones “Northern Lights-Southern Cross” The Band, 1975
  • Georgia On My Mind / Right As Rain / Let The Night Fall “Islands” The Band, 1977
  • Country Boy – (Recorded Woodstock, 1985) “Jericho” The Band, 1993
  • She Knows – (Recorded New York City, 1986) “High On The Hog” The Band, 1996

Here he is in a photo taken on the 1974 Band/Dylan tour; click to see a full shot of the Band in 1969, with Manuel on drums.

Also Bernard Marcel ‘Bernie’ Parent 1945-
hockey player, was born on this day at Montreal in 1945. A superb goaltender, Parent led the Philadelphia Flyers to 2 Stanley Cups as playoff MVP (1974,75); he was a 2-time Vezina Trophy winner and holds the NHL record for season wins (47 in 1973-74).

Also Louis Applebaum 1918-
composer, arts administrator, was born on this day at Toronto in 1918. In 1985, Applebaum co-chaired the Federal Cultural Policy Review Committee with Jacques Hébert.

Also Nanette Bordeaux 1911-1956
actress, was born on this day at St-Georges Quebec in 1911; died Beverly Hills, California Sept 20 1956. Bordeaux starred in several Three Stooges movies in the 1950s.

Also Allan Dwan 1885-1981
film actor, director, was born on this day at Toronto in 1885; died in California Dec 2, 1981 at age 96. Dwan directed almost 1850 films, from 1911 on, including several Shirley temple flics, including Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. Peter Bogdanovich wrote a 1971 biography, Allan Dwan: The Last Pioneer.

Also Margaret (Mary) Anglin 1876-1958
actress, was born on this day at Ottawa in 1876; died in Toronto Jan 7, 1958. Anglin was one of the most brilliant performers of her day, shining in Greek tragedies, Shakespearean plays, or contemporary dramas.

Also Jake Gaudaur Sr. 1858-1937
rower, was born on this day at Toronto in 1858; died Oct 11 1937. In 1892 Gaudaur and his partner F. Hosmer defeated Ned Hanlan and another Torontonian William O’Connor for the double sculls championship of the world, a title they won several more times. At age 38, Gaudaur raced 8 time world champion Jim Stanbury and won an easy victory on the Thames course; he held the world single sculls title for another four years.
In Other Events…
1996 Vancouver, BC – NBA Vancouver Grizzlies beat Minnesota 105-103, snapping a 23-game losing streak; expansion Grizzlies one loss short of record of 24 set by Cleveland Cavaliers (1982).
1992 St. John’s, Newfoundland – Congregation of Christian Brothers formally apologizes to victims of physical and sexual abuse at 94-year-old Mount Cashel orphanage; first complaints of abuse arose in 1970s; building to be razed, and proceeds used to help victims.
1991 Montreal Quebec – Redpath Industries to market new product Sucralose; potential rival to Nutrasweet; does not break down at high temperatures in baking.
1990 Montreal Quebec – Quebec Cree Grand Chief Matthew Coon-Come files for injunction to stop $7.5 billion Great Whale Hydro development in James Bay region; says it will harm environment and damage way of life, by flooding 5,000 sq km of ancestral lands.
1988 Pittsburgh Pennsylvania – Penguin Mario Lemieux wins NHL scoring title, stopping Wayne Gretzky’s 7 year streak.
1978 Ottawa Ontario – Federal government proposes bill allowing country-wide referendum on national unity.
1977 Toronto Ontario – Boston Bruin Jean Ratelle scores his 1,000th NHL point with an assist in a 7-4 triumph over the Toronto Maple Leafs.
1975 Ottawa Ontario – Statistics Canada reports record $2.19 billion paid out in 1974 for unemployment insurance benefits.
1973 Quebec Quebec – Francois Cloutier Quebec Education Minister to spend $100 million to improve language teaching; also to encourage immigrants to enroll children in French schools.
1969 Ottawa Ontario – Ottawa to reduce Canadian forces in Europe but remain in NATO alliance.
1968 Ottawa Ontario – Ottawa removes restrictions on selling gold purchased by the Royal Mint from Canadian producers.
1967 Natal BC – Coal mine explosion kills 15 and injures 9 miners near Natal.
1940 London England – Alexander Augustus Frederick, Earl of Athlone 1874-1957 appointed Governor General; serves from June 21, 1940 to March 16, 1946.
1933 Toronto Ontario – Toronto Maple Leaf Ken Doraty scores at 1:44:46 of overtime beyond the one hour regulation game to beat Boston Bruins 1-0 in Stanley Cup semifinals; longest NHL game to date.
1916 St. Eloi Belgium – Second Canadian Division troops see action at St. Eloi in Flanders; until April 20.
1907 Regina Saskatchewan – Legislature passes bill establishing the University of Saskatchewan.
1898 Yukon – Chilkoot Pass avalanche kills 88 men during the Klondike gold rush.
1836 Toronto Ontario – Baldwin, Rolph & Dunn resign from Bond Head’s council to protest lack of democracy.
1826 Saint John NB – Financial panic hits New Brunswick as word spreads that banks in London had failed and the timber trade had collapsed; so-called Black Monday.
1756 St-Malo France – Marquis de Montcalm sails from France for Canada; he will die at the battle of the Plains of Abraham.
1669 Paris France – Louis XIV orders permanent militia established in New France.

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Daily Horoscopes for Sunday 3 Apr 2011_Cape Breton Island

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ARIES
(Mar. 21- April 20)
You can’t lock your partner up and if you keep restricting their freedom you may be left out in the cold. Sudden changes regarding your domestic scene are probable. Those close to your heart may be difficult to reason with.

 

 

 

 

TAURUS

(Apr. 21- may 21)
  Not the best day for business trips. Residential moves should be considered carefully. Promote your ideas now.

 GEMINI
(May 22-June 21)
  You can offer your help to others but back off if they appear to be offended by your persistence. Make sure all of your travel and driver’s documents are in proper order. You will meet some interesting people if you attend promotional functions.

 CANCER
(June 22-July 22)
  Don’t hesitate to go ahead with any plans for entertainment. There might be a problem with a will or with an insurance policy. You can get a promotion if you put in a little extra detail.

 LEO
(July 23-Aug 22)
  Relatives will be cordial. If you can’t get ahead in the company you’re with, perhaps it’s time to move on. Unexpected visitors will be a welcome surprise.

 VIRGO
(Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
  Be aware of any emotional deception. Do not sign legal contracts or documents today. You can benefit financially if you put money or maintenance into your living quarters. If you have treated them equitably, you might be able to count on their loyalty.

 LIBRA
(Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)
  Find out what they’re up to, and see if you can pick up where you left off. You can accomplish a lot if you direct your thoughts toward starting your own small business on the side. Helping children may be rewarding and challenging.

 

 

 

 SCORPIO
(Oct. 24 – Nov. 22)
  Problems on the home front might be a little disconcerting. Try not to be too aggressive or judgmental when talking to your mate. Be prepared to make changes to your personal documents.

 SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)
  A second chance will result in good work. Try not to push your philosophies on others. Your ideas may be good, but they aren’t necessarily right for everyone.

 CAPRICORN
(Dec 22.- Jan. 20)
  Visitors are likely to drop by and chances are, they may even stay a little longer than you want them to. Take the time to help old friends or relatives who have had a stroke of bad luck. You will impress new friends and acquaintances with your intellectual wit.

AQUARIUS
(Jan. 21 -Feb. 19)
  There’s lots to be done and if you meet your deadline you’ll be in your boss’s good books. Emotional up and downs have caused doubts in your personal life. You will have to help family members sort out unfortunate difficulties.

 PISCES
(Feb. 20-Mar. 20)

  Don’t turn down an invitation or a challenge that could enhance your chances of meeting someone special. You may need help with your financial situation. Sudden romantic encounters are quite likely, but discretion will be a must.

 

 

 

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Cape Breton, Nova Scotia is the No. 1 island destination in Canada and continental United States, according to Travel and Leisure magazine’s 2011 World’s Best Awards

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Capers Make Their Own Campbell’s Vegetable Beef Soup

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Campbell’s Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Ingredients:
2-3 pounds cubed beef
1/4 cup butter
3 quarts water
1 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
3 medium potatoes
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup dried onions
1/2 cup barley
6 cubes beef stock

Cooking Directions:
Peel then cube the potatoes.
Brown meat in butter.
Add all other ingredients.

Option 1:
Cook in a pressure cooker for 20 minutes.

Option 2:
Simmer in a crockpot on low for several hours

Option 3:
Cook in a large pot on the stove over low heat for 2 to 3 hours.

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