Chronological Index of Ensign Articles for September of 2000
Government of Saskatchewan: Playing good psychology and covering their assets Friday September 1, 2000 Mario explains how the government will solve hog barn polution and appoints a new/old deputy minister of agriculture from SHIN.	By the week Aug 27 to Sept 2 Sept 3 to 9 Sept 10 to 16 Sept 17 to 23 Sept 24 to 30
Need A Home Saturday September 2, 2000 Two puppies to give away, call 873 3189.
Finance Spokesperson Roy Schneider: Playing with tax numbers and wishfull thinking Saturday September 2, 2000 Just because provincial sales tax is on a wider range of things and that is growing wider, the government has increased its level of provincial taxes, but the government says "it aint so".
The Fear of a Bigger Sasktel Sunday September 3, 2000 Applying for a CRTC license provide cable television service the government owned monopoly threatens private business and concentrates on making profits.
Letters Sunday September 3, 2000 As you will have noticed we have made little use of the "letters" file for some time because it has grown to a size that makes it hard to download. I am reluctant to drop the old mail and haven't figured out how to handle the size of this growing page. However, this message came in today and I wanted to share it with you. If you have any ideas about how to handle the letters I would sure like some advise on this one. Editor
The Greenwater Report for September 4, 2000 Monday September 4, 2000 Gerald tells of rain, drizzle and more rain as harvest is slowed and he makes his rounds to community events.
And the greasy winners are: John Nilson and his friend Centennial Food Corp. Monday September 4, 2000 Mario deSantis explains how this Alberta company took the money and ran to Saskatchewan for more government hand outs.
Crab Apples and Practical Politics Tuesday September 5, 2000 Today we shake a tree and see what falls out of it as we take a crabby look at federal politics.
A no-fault Saskatchewan Government has no apologies Tuesday September 5, 2000 Mario deSantis explains how world and corporate leaders admit mistakes but alas it does not happen in Saskatchewan.
Farmer's Market at 8:30 Tuesday September 5, 2000 Lots of customers out this cool cloudy morning.
Sky Stories Wednesday September 6, 2000 At six this morning the sky was only partly covered but it was dark blue in the West. Let's see how it looked at sunset last night!
What is Productivity? It is the work of our imagination at work Wednesday September 6, 2000 Mario deSantis takes us on an academic journey today to consider the need to reshape our thinking about what constitutes getting a job done when we are caught in the evolving technological loop.
A Land of Plenty Thursday September 7, 2000 The crop of 2000 is almost all harvested and its time to consider the outcome of this year.
Judge John Reilly is a hero: a reaffirmation of individual rights Thursday September 7, 2000 Mario deSantis explains our social/political condition and points out the benefit of judicial independence as reaffirmation of individual rights.
Work -to- Rule Friday September 8, 2000 Saskatchewan teachers launch their removal of voluntary services in order to add weight to their contract negotiations.
The National Post and Judge John Reilly Friday September 8, 2000 Mario deSantis is less than impressed with a National Post writer who thinks that politicians, philanthropists, medical researchers and journalists are the only people who are qualified to be heros.
Off To the Races Saturday September 9, 2000 Over forty cars expected in today and tomorrows action at SilverTown speedway.
Ensign Makes Big Mistake Saturday September 9, 2000 Assumption based on number of cars in a parking lot leads to major error. Appolgy to TMSS staff and concerns about the work-to-rule campaign.
AIM and Medisolutions ? Saturday September 9, 2000 Mario deSantis calls our attention to an unusual web site that offers up our medical records.
Time To Turn Saturday September 9, 2000 A visit with Mr. Courchaine and how his garden went this year.
At Summer's End Saturday September 9, 2000 A couple of people enjoying a wonderful warm September day.
Mud, Metal and Tires Sunday September 10, 2000 Today's feature article let's you look behind the scenes to appreciate the lore of rural stock car racing as race teams from this part of Canada go fender to fender at the SilverTown Speedway in Tisdale this weekend. This story contains a QuickTime VR and a lot of pictures. Additional pictures and details are found on the "Second Page".
Arachroiditis Sunday September 10, 2000 Chronic pain condition is described and its cause identified by Carey Heilman.
The Greenwater Report for September 11, 2000 Monday September 11, 2000 Gerald Crawford tells us about the changing of the gurad at the Park as one manager replaces another, he fights off the mice and racoons and begins plotting for next summer.
Tisdale Lineman Monday September 11, 2000 A couple of interesting pictures that made the photographer think a bit.
Dressup Time Tuesday September 12, 2000 Today we take a look at the delicate and pure charm of the fall colouration as the wind whips away the early dried leaves and the green ones hold on prolonging the season.
No-fault insurance and the meeting Tuesday September 12, 2000 Mario deSantis was on hand for some of the remarkable speeches made at the Saskatoon meeting held by the coalition against no-fault this past Saturday. Mario's insight into the messages and the implications need to thought over as he reveals the essence of the meeting. An outstanding report, Ensign is proud to be able to bring this interpretation to you.
Things Become What We Call Them Wednesday September 13, 2000 When I was a little boy mother gave me a serious dressing down for referring to a policeman as a "cop", not only was the term slang but she felt it was improper for me to refer to someone who should be respected in a demeaning manner.
High-Tech Policing Wednesday September 13, 2000 Unusual fitted Ford Windstar van catches our eye parked in the RCMP parking lot.
Harvest Moon Thursday September 14, 2000 A splendid harvest moon showed up last night to light the way for combines, trucks and farm folks across the prairies.
Harvest 2000 Thursday September 14, 2000 A QuickTime VR of the harvest process West of Melfort yesterday and some pictures from last night as we ponder the oddities of commondity pricing.
The StarPhoenix' Opinions and No-Fault Thursday September 14, 2000 Mario deSantis is not pleased with the unonomous editiorial in the Star Phoenix that discredits opposition to the government PIPP program.
The Internet is changing our lifestyles and our laws Thursday September 14, 2000 Examples and experiences that show the modifications in the way we do and think about things.
Honk 4 Sports Friday September 15, 2000 Tisdale High School Students protest teacher work-to-rule situation and ask the public to support their teachers and get the issue settled as they hamper traffic on main street in massive demonstration.
SaskTel Wears Army Boots Friday September 15, 2000 A true story of bad advise and callous disregard for customers and dealers alike.
The Burning Season Friday September 15, 2000 Once again as in years past as soon as harvest is over farmers begin clearing their land of the remaining unusable crop parts.
What is No-Fault? A Personal Thought Friday September 15, 2000 Mario deSantis reports the growing concern about the lack of responsibility and hence the lack of appropriate behaviour to avoid the attachment of blame.
Chaos Theory Saturday September 16, 2000 The students protested yesterday and late afternoon the teachers and government reach a tentative agreeement. Cause and effect? Perhaps!
Warchild Concert Live Saturday September 16, 2000 Tune in from noon until late this evening as you can watch International and top pop performers at the Forks in Winnipeg. http://www.hmv.com (QuickTime streaming video)
Those Were The Days Sunday September 17, 2000 How my uncles would have shock their heads in wonder at people coming out to watch grain being thrashed.
1935 Chevrolet Master Sunday September 17, 2000 Wow, what a great vintage car, feast your eyes on this perfectly restored Chevy.
The Greenwater Report For September 18, 2000 Monday September 18, 2000 Gerald Crawford illustrates his report with four great pictures including our front page image today of a harvest sunset.
Servi-Car Monday September 18, 2000 A rare street and touring vehicle showed up in Tisdale Saturday and we have some pictures. Michael Townsend fills us in on the details.
Harvest Model "A" Monday September 18, 2000 A truly beautifully restored model "A" Ford seen at the harvest demonstration Saturday South of town.
Autumn In The Forest Tuesday September 19, 2000 The gentle apparition of departing summer is seen in a set of pictures taken East of Carrot River yesterday.
Wheat Mountains Tuesday September 19, 2000 These piles are everywhere, what is interesting in these pictures are the number of piles in a single farm yard.
From Ashes Tuesday September 19, 2000 Carrot Rivers new Chruch is now a reality standing upon the old site of the burned church looking simply splendid.
Enrollment Up Tuesday September 19, 2000 Both the elementary and high school at Red Earth First Nation have more students enrolled then ever before as the community's population continues to grow steadily.
A First Impression of the Carver's Policy Governance Model Tuesday September 19, 2000 Mario deSantis provides us with a wake-up call as he points out the underlying policy and procedural approach being taken in Saskatchewan health boards and how this might explain the amazing lack of good judgement and waste in the system.
What A Let Down Tuesday September 19, 2000 A front wheel came off a car as it was driving along the road to the amazement and consternation of the driver.
Same Last Year Wednesday September 20, 2000 Today we have a little information on the engine of continental North American weather systems as they affect us on the prairies.
Idaho Wednesday September 20, 2000 Tony Latham took this incredible picture amidst the conflagration of forest fires this past month in the US Northwest.
The Essence of Carver's Policy Governance Model: A Machiavellian plot to reinforce an authoritarian Saskatchewan Healthcare Thursday September 21, 2000 Mario deSantis has been analysing the structural organisation of Saskatchewan health boards and discovered that there is a problem of philosophy and that is a problem for us all.
White Stuff Friday September 22, 2000 At 11:47 this morning the sun crosses the equator giving us a day of equal daylight and dark but it is also the offical beginning of autumn. This morning's -1 turned the light rain into snow this morning.
Beeland Coop Pharmacy Back In Business Friday September 22, 2000 Terri Bromm is on the job as Beeland Coop has solved their pharmasist shortage.
Tractor Heaven Friday September 22, 2000 Where do old tractors go to die, well not to Sylvania because there, there is life after death in a special place dedicated to restoration and perpetual fittness.
The Spectacle of Autumn Saturday September 23, 2000 Some trees just have to be more than their neighbours, perhaps its plant competition. Here are a couple of examples.
Fall Reconstruction Saturday September 23, 2000 Tisdale Veterinary Clinic and the RM office are getting some major changes.
Gordon Titsworth's thoughts on Carvers Policy Governance Model: A conflict of law Saturday September 23, 2000 Mario deSantis discovers he is not alone in his concern about the use of John Carver's philosophy of public boards.
Super Sunset Sunday September 24, 2000 The sunset to exceed all sunsets was one picture, battery death and no cursing. In the presence of such a site even a disgruntled photographer was speechless
That's Why Its Called Fall Sunday September 24, 2000 Here is a look at some other fall scenes around town Saturday afternoon.
"If Winter Comes" Monday September 25, 2000 The sky can talk to us if we listen and watch its subtle messages. And may the Premier find true happiness in his new career.
The Greenwater Report for September 25, 2000 Monday September 25, 2000 Gerald Crawfords takes us to some highway construction, a rummage sale and gives us a look at Lucy.
A New Day Tuesday September 26, 2000 Reflections on the rising sun and what does this day and those that will follow lead to for each of us.
Northern Steel Goes High Tech Wednesday September 27, 2000 Tisdale Tank manufacturer uses computer controlled spraying equipment in new West plant.
Our Biased Researches Are Only A Symptom Of Corruption Thursday September 28, 2000 With nauseating rapidity we are being deluged in research funded by governments and business to make their claims plausible. Mario takes aim at this practice of paid research, the new propaganda weapon of choice.
La Ronge, of Tom Roberts And Beyond Saturday September 30, 2000 A quick look at the near North community of La Ronge.
Parkland Photography Club - September 26, 2000 Saturday September 30, 2000 This month's theme was "Rusty" so check out the great pictures from this interesting club.
Dr. Emma Bartfay's Lawsuit and taking back our individual rights from government. Saturday September 30, 2000 Mario deSantis pays tribute to the man who wanted us to be a "Just Society" as he condemns the present trend toward the reduction of personal measures of freedom and rights within our society.