Chronological Index of Ensign Articles for November of 2001
Last Night's Visitors Thursday November 1, 2001 Here is a look at the friends who came to my door last night. A charm and delight to meet each and every one of them.	By the week Oct 28 to Nov 3 Nov 4 to 10 Nov 11 to 17 Nov 18 to 24 Nov 25 to Dec 1
Commodifying the price of lives and the carpet bombing of Afghanistan Thursday November 1, 2001 Is Christianity and economic politics somehow involved in the campaign being wages in Afghanistan? Mario deSantis poses some difficult questions.
Place Names Society - Update Thursday November 1, 2001 Bill Barry passes on the developments as meeting were held last winter in an effort to establish a Saskatchewan society to work on the issues of place names.
Floor Covering and Hardwood Thursday November 1, 2001 The Golden Age Centre gets its floors covered this week.
In Praise of Shadows Friday November 2, 2001 This morning's long shadows were inspiring here are some images of these phantoms.
Public Protection and Border Management Friday November 2, 2001 Former Prime Minister, and leader of the Progressive Conservative Party Joe Clark spells out a comprehensive plan to sort out border and terrorist issues in a press conference yesterday.
Parkland Photography October Meeting Friday November 2, 2001 Some great river pictures this month as the club met on Wednesday night.
A commentary on the effects of U.S. NeoClassical Mentality: Supporting coalition of policing forces rather than supporting people at large Friday November 2, 2001 Mario deSantis examines the minute by minute news world and realises the incongruity and underlying political agenda that is emerging in the climate South of the border.
Saskatoon Campus - VR Sunday November 4, 2001 The imposing and grand structures of the University of Saskatchewan are viewed in this visual essay both with still images and a complex QuickTime VR (1.7MB) composition consisting of four inter linked panoramas. This experience alone is worth the time and effort to download QuickTime into your computer. This article can not be seen with Microsoft's media player.
The Greenwater Report For November 5, 2001 Monday November 5, 2001 The wonderful image of birds flitting over Greenwater Lake at sunset is captured by Gerald Crawford who is able not only to capture on film the wonders of this world but his weekly column gives us a very special glimpse of Saskatchewan rural life.
The Breakdown of Democracy by elevating Technologies before People: polling, baggage screening machines, National Missile Defense system Monday November 5, 2001 Technology can be abused and the consequences might be far greater than not using technology at all. Mario deSantis gives us a disturbing look at how polls that are accurate now are useless in formulating policy.
Saskatoon - The City's Structures Monday November 5, 2001 A look at Saskatoon in the light of recent court events (conviction of police officers and coroner's hearing).
The folly to protect long-term patent rights for pharmaceutical corporations Monday November 5, 2001 Mario deSantis makes a convincing argument that patent protection is a very big mistake with half the research money coming from the public.
Sunsets Colour My Mind Monday November 5, 2001 Here are eight pictures of sunsets from the last two days. See how they affect you!
Party Store Tuesday November 6, 2001 Tupperware, Avon, Pampered Chef, Jewelry all offer home parties but for today and a day or two more they are operating a store front location.
Prevailing Doubt Tuesday November 6, 2001 An editorial from Timothy Shire dealing with the implausibility of recent news stories. You can listen to this story. But check out the evening pictures.
What Happened to Saskatchewan? Turning the Social Contract into the Private Rule of Law Tuesday November 6, 2001 Mario deSantis spots the erosion in the agreement citizens have with their government and worries that laws may be used to abuse and confuse the public for political goals and private gain.
From Brown To White Wednesday November 7, 2001 The light sprinkle of snow does more to the mind than it does to the climate outside.
Treatment For Autism Wednesday November 7, 2001 Once only affecting a few number of children this disturbing problem is becoming extraordinarily common in Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan president of the Autism Society gives a glimpse into what is and is not being done.
Risking National Consensus Wednesday November 7, 2001 Now is not the time argues Joe Hueglin of Niagara Falls Ontario for the government of the country to lose its awareness of the needs and interests of Canadians, not just now but over the long haul.
Quick Re-roofing Wednesday November 7, 2001 Clever skilled workmen can solve some interesting problems by make use of new materials and their heads. Here are some pictures of how both can save a lot of money.
A Place For A Meeting Thursday November 8, 2001 The Golden Age Centre clicks up a notch toward completion as the fine work of finishing melts into the transition from a construction project to an operating facility.
Slicking the Free Market with Oil and Defending it with Arms: The Carlyle Group and the Company of Friends Thursday November 8, 2001 Mario deSantis does his homework and researches his stories and this one needs to be read carefully, but just as important is checking out the sources yourself. Be sure to go to the links on this story.
What Next? Thursday November 8, 2001 Self sticking stamps gets Timothy Shire thinking about letters and correspondence.
Riverside Golf Club Adds More Water Thursday November 8, 2001 Off season modifications to the Tisdale golf course include the addition of fairly large ponds.
The People's Bus Company Friday November 9, 2001 Rural Saskatchewan is huge long ago it was decided to bring the province and its people together it needed a public transportation system, nothing has changed.
President George Bush's policy of Divide and Conquer: having Do-gooders and more Evil-doers at home and abroad Friday November 9, 2001 There are times when it can be considered rhetorical overdosing. Mario deSantis presents us with some facts that attempt to put the rhetoric into perspective. Once again you are advised strongly to follow up this story by checking the references.
The Great Wall Restaurant Saturday November 10, 2001 Wednesday a new restaurant opened in Tisdale's downtown.
Old Ford Pickup Saturday November 10, 2001 A look at the classic design of a pickup truck more than sixty years old.
We Stand In Silence Sunday November 11, 2001 Today we combine images of the present and memories of the past to help understand what this day means and will always mean.
The Greenwater Report For November 12, 2001 Monday November 12, 2001 Jerry Crawford shows us some great pictures of the park this week and how the expansion of the Cove is moving along.
Berlusconi's War against Terrorism and Loss of Democracy Monday November 12, 2001 The affects of the U.S.A.'s war on terrorism are felt world wide. Mario gives us some insight with a European perspective of how these affects are shaking down across the sea.
Moosomin Tuesday November 13, 2001 Mainline remembered, some interesting images of Moosomin one of Saskatchewan's older towns.
Walter Robinson against 100 so-called Economists: defending tax cuts and balanced budgets against people's lives Tuesday November 13, 2001 Mario deSantis examines some of the recommendations of the Taxpayer's Federation and suggests that their recommendations to the Minister of Finance are woefully off base.
BAe Hawk 115 Tuesday November 13, 2001 Michael Townsends has some pictures of a wing of trainers from 15 Wing Moose Jaw that were in Kamloops for a Remembrance Day fly past.
Where I Live - Time Shift Wednesday November 14, 2001 As we look at the morning light many consider that the beginning of the day while others view morning as the end of the day. Here is a discussion on when we spend our lives.
Floor Finishing and Plumbing Thursday November 15, 2001 The Golden Age Centre is quickly moving to conclusion of its construction phase with an event scheduled for the end of the month. Today we bring you up to date on developments this past week.
Tort Option for Motorists Leaves Too Many Questions Unanswered Thrusday November 15, 2001 The Saskatchewan Coalition Against No-Fault voice their concerns about the announcement yesterday by SGI in changes in distant future to Saskatchewan insurance policies.
The New World Order: The visible hands of our leaders shape history and legitimize their stealing Thursday November 15, 2001 Mario deSantis voices concerns about the direction the world's leaders are taking as they combine agendas and merge mutual interests but seem to have lost sight of the interests of the world's population.
What Is Important? Friday November 16, 2001 This morning in today's editorial, Timothy Shire discusses the importance of establishing personal priorities. This story can be listened to or read.
Dean Baker's Understanding of Economics: The Obsolescence of the Free Market and Monetary policies Friday November 16, 2001 The popular financial thinking of a large number of politicians and their advisors is well behind the modern curve of academic awareness and Mario deSantis points out some of the myths that some economists have uncovered.
Economic Fundamentalists Milton Friedman and Alan Greenspan: The Gospel of the Interest Rate and The Gospel of the Stock Market Saturday November 17, 2001 By developing an economy revolving around the stock market the 1% of the population own 50% of everything and presently all policies are directed toward their interests. Mario deSantis gives us some serious concerns about what is really going on.
Tisdale Montana Sunday November 18, 2001 The amazing unusually warm weather we have been experiencing in November of this year makes us wonder just where we are.
Pushing Bush's Agenda using the War against Terrorism: Weakening people and Strengthening Oligarchy Sunday November 18, 2001 Is this a war of convenience, has Terrorism played into the hand of the United States President and the Multi-national corporations? Mario deSantis not only makes us wonder about this but gives us some solid evidence in the outstanding links on this page.
The Greenwater Report for November 19, 2001 Monday November 19, 2001 The happenings and developments at Greenwater Provincial park are here to see and read in Jerry Crawford's weekly column. The documenting of the coming of the lake's ice cover, new hiking trail, parking lot for the golf course and much more.
Recycling and Refurbishing Monday November 19, 2001 Northern Steel Industries, which made its reputation as an environmentally friendly tank manufacturer goes further with its rebuilding of older tanks.
Soil Testing At The Tisdale Mall Tuesday November 20, 2001 Test holes are being made on the mall parking lot by a geological engineering firm. Hmmm, Interesting.
The economics of Dean Baker and Paul Krugman versus the economics of George Bush and Donald Rumsfeld Tuesday November 20, 2001 Mario deSantis gives us a chance to review the links and compare the two opposing views of the Econmic base line of the current United States/World crisis.
Big Blue Tractor Tuesday November 20, 2001 Out of sight, definitely need a wide angle lens to get a picture of this machine.
A question for Nobel Prize Winner Economist Milton Friedman: "How free is the Free Market?" Tuesday November 20, 2001 When to free trade supporters say that "trade protection is just fine thank you very much." Find out as Mario deSantis points out a serious exception that explains a lot of policy from governments everywhere.
Long Anticipated Winter Overdue Wednesday November 21, 2001 There have been late falls and early winters but this time we are "still waiting."
No need to convert to the US dollar as our problem is one of constitution Wednesday November 21, 2001 Mario deSantis explains that it make no sense to consider shutting down our own monitary system.
Golden Age Centre Shower Thursday November 22, 2001 In keeping with the spirit of the development and construction of the Tisdale Seniors Golden Age Centre, Wednesday afternoon there was a shower to fit out the kitchen.
Ivy Avery - Kelso Pioneer Friday November 23, 2001 "At thirteen I was driving a five horse team working a field." The amazing story of a woman who made her life in South East Saskatchewan.
Don Ching's SaskTel: conquering Australia at the Expensive of Saskatchewan Friday November 23, 2001 Long term investment in foreign capital projects by Government owned SaskTel raises serious questions by MLAs and citizens alike.
Problem Solving - Not Just Using The Same Solution Friday November 23, 2001 Today's article explains the problem and gives you the solution. No downsizing, no cutbacks but expansion and development.
USURC is pushing Ken Fyke's recommendations: Less rural hospitals and more fraudulent researches Friday November 23, 2001 University of Saskatchewan's creative "let's make it up" research department wants province to "go for" implimenting the Fyke report.
A New Vision for Saskatchewan Government Insurance: SGI's Larry Fogg shoots for either No-Fault program or Tort program Saturday November 24, 2001 The Boss at SGI declares either "go no-fault or we'll get yah." The basic principles of SGI's system remain intact as does the unofficial motto "we decide".
Jingle Bell Run For Arthritis Sunday November 25, 2001 Saskatoon turns out in costume to celebrate a fund raising run for Arthritis, Saturday morning.
The Pax Americana and Journalist Eric Margolis: waging war for oil? Sunday November 25, 2001 Mario deSantis points out the extraordinary close connections between the control of oil and political power on the whole planet.
Winter Arrived Yesterday Monday November 26, 2001 Though it was only a light snowfall Sunday the temperature remained below -10C for the entire day. This morning the ground compains with every step a person takes, winter is here.
The Greenwater Report for November 26, 2001 Monday November 26, 2001 Jerry Crawford has some great stories to go along with an amazing picture as we find out about lower temperatures, shopping in Kelvington and a drought that has plagued most of the province.
Over The Yukon And Cassiar Tuesday November 27, 2001 Today we travel back in time and place to take a plane ride from Watson Lake Yukon and South to Cassiar. Enjoy the ride.
The Myth of Dr. Henry Kissinger Tuesday November 27, 2001 Another American hero bights the dust as Mario deSantis discovers extensive documentation that condemns the work of the 1973 Peace Prize winner.
Let's Go For A Ride Wednesday November 28, 2001 Yesterday we took a flight from Watson Lake to Cassiar. Today join us on a simple hop over the canyon. Images by TimII
The Demise of the Loonie and Productivity Wednesday November 28, 2001 The National Post and many Ontario wizzards believe strongly that we ought to ditch our own money and become Americans. Mario deSantis explains why he disagrees with this loser attitude.
Grumman Goose Wednesday November 28, 2001 Amphibian aircraft of the thirties and forties now only a think for the history books.
Dean Baker and mark Weisbrot: The Myth of the American Productivity Growth Wednesday November 28, 2001 Mario deSantis is constantly researching the issues that seem to be shaping our economic destiny and he has been discovering some remarkable legends with no basis in fact.
Holiday Season Begins Thursday November 29, 2001 Tomorrow night Tisdale's business community kicks off the Christmas shopping season with its Midnight madness as some business make their preparations today.
Parkland Photography Club - November Meeting Thursday November 29, 2001 This month the club recognises the efforts and achievements of four members and show us this month's competition to produce a "touching" image.
A Free Market Conspiracy? Joseph Stiglitz and the World Bank's four step program Thursday November 29, 2001 With the money men calling the shots the third world has no chance whatever of obtaining any success, their only course is to do as they are told and adopt a flawed economic system.
Golden Age Centre Running Thursday November 29, 2001 The last day of a construction as tomorrow there is an afternoon programme, pot luck supper and evening dance. Success!
Breakfast With Addicts Thursday November 29, 2001 Surprises are part of life, people are very difficult to understand and people hooked on addictive substances are not in control of their free will.
Flu - Shots: Smart Healthcare Friday November 30, 2001 Preventative health care makes sense and the positive move to reduce illness will not only benefit individuals but all tax payers in general.
Winter Comes To Winnipeg Friday November 30, 2001 Matthew Shire lets us peek at the chill of this morning as the snow arrives and with it the awareness that the long fall is over for the capital of Friendly Manitoba.
Golden Age Centre Stages First Big Event Friday November 30, 2001 The stage was set Thursday afternoon for today's big supper and celebration. This page includes a QuickTime VR panorama of the scene and you must have QuickTime in your machine to view the real time moveable scene.
Closure An Abuse of Democracy Friday November 30, 2001 The government party has tired of discussion and imposed their majority on the country by passing one of the most dangerous pieces of legislation seen in more than a century. Rebecca Gingrich expresses her outrage at this turn of events.
The Value of Money Friday November 30, 2001 Mike Townsend discovered some old bills that his father collected and wonders if they are just neat collectables or are they worth anything.
Multinational Bankrupt Enron: an example of colonization, greed, fraud, corruption, and gambling Friday November 30, 2001 Did someone say "private enterprise?" Mario deSantis tells us the remarkable story of American politics and very big oil money.