Chronological Index of Ensign Articles for February of 1999
More hospital closings in Saskatchewan, grain handlers threaten to renew their strike, Monica before the US Senate and another warm winter day to start off this month of February. Monday February 1, 1999 Thanks for dropping by. Send us email about anything that interests or disturbs you in Ensign, have an interesting message in letters later this morning check that out. This morning's picture is a few minutes after eight this morning.	By the week Jan. 31 - Feb. 6 Feb.7 - 13 Feb. 14 - 20 Feb. 21 - 27 Feb. 28 - Mar. 6
Once In A Blue Moon Monday February 1, 1999 A dramatic picture of last night's moon and a simple explanation about the term "Once in a Blue Moon".
A Personal Story: Learning and New Technologies In Education Monday February 1, 1999 You can't beat first hand experience to bring awareness of not only problems but how problems can and are solved. Mario deSantis tells us clearly and consisely about some problems our educational system has and points to the direction we can take to improve things drastically.
Memo To All Hospital Staff (Part1) Monday February 1, 1999 A satirical memo by Carey Heilman as he points out the dire situation developing in Saskatchewan's major hospitals.
Dale Warke Shows in Vancouver Tuesday February 2, 1999 Saskatoon artist has show of his work in the Vancouver Library. This short article presents some of the pictures from the show and the artist.
A Personal Experience: Knowledge Is Not Transferred, It is Constructed Tuesday February 2, 1999 Mario deSantis shares with us his thoughts on the learning process, this is an article that you need to read carefully and think over. In it, he explains the key to a learning, the ability to construct one's own knowledge base.
A Visit From Jack Frost Wednesday February 3, 1999 Its a black and white sort of day here at Ensign, this photo essay is of a unique storm in December of 1974 and the wonders of the frost that formed on everything.
So, How Much More Winter? Wednesday February 3, 1999 Yesterday was Ground Hog Day so here are the official Ensign results and a couple of pictures of the inscrutable beast himself.
sask.cbc.ca - Outstanding!!! Thursday February 4, 1999 CBC Regina has a new web site that every CBC listener will have to go and check out. CBC is breaking new ground by integrating its broadcasting and the web to provide the listener and viewer with more extensive and indepth coverage.
Promises And Predictions Thursday February 4, 1999 In the light of possible extended years of low commodity pricing this article considers alternatives and possible course of action, plus some great pictures of the Harvest Valley facility.
Computer Advances In Education: Another Internet Revolution Friday February 5, 1999 Mario deSantis tells us about inexpensive job related course that can be taken over the internet.
Alberta Clipper Friday February 5, 1999 This is an extensive photo essay of five pages with nineteen pictures of snow scenes around Tisdale Thursday afternoon.
Can't Talk Now I Got Something In My Mouth Saturday February 6, 1999 Had a short, very short conversation with some man's best friend Thursday afternoon.
Sun Celebrates Saturday February 6, 1999 Here are some pictures that contrast Friday's charm with the hostility of Thursday.
Clearing The Way Saturday February 6, 1999 Some pictures of CP Rail's Kershaw plow, blower, spreader combination.
February's Calendar of Events For Tisdale RecPlex Sunday February 7, 1999 Sorry we are a week late but here is a calendar of this month's events, there are a lot of playoff hockey games coming up so there will be additions to this schedule.
Embedding The Internet In Our Education System: It Is Not A Matter of Money, It Is A Matter of Mind Sunday February 7, 1999 Be sure to drop back and see Mario deSantis' excellent article on how schools can implement the use of the Internet into their curriculum.
Pipe Dreams Monday February 8, 1999 This article describes the creation of a project using computer imaging technology to create the project first in a three dimensional image then turn that construct into the real thing.
Saskatchewan Tin Pot Dictatorships: Lack of Integrity Is A Lack of Leadership Monday February 8, 1999 Mario deSantis has some insightful comments about recent reports of reports from our provincial government.
Monday February 8, 1999 Its a white world this morning with some descending ice crystals and snow flakes and last night's fog left a light layer of hoar frost on the trees. The picture above was taken at 8:45 this morning.
Changing - First What We Do - Then What We Are Tuesday February 9, 1999 Considering the social and cultural affects of a modern world.
Cubs Working On Their Winter Camping Badge Tuesday February 9, 1999 Aquick glimpse at the Tisdale Cub group as they learn about winter survival skills.
Tuesday , February 9, 1999 This picture shows the sky at 8:30, the flames of sunrise now subsided replaced by this rich blue. By 9:00 the sky turned a wonderful silver colour as it is clear that though not available now the sun will be peaking through much of the day with a chance of some snow. Steady East wind. Every so often Ensign posts a morning picture like this if you want to refer back to this or other morning sky pictures on the list at right just click on "Front Pages". You can also review the daily weather by clicking on the "Weather Log" at the right just under the header line above. And, if you want to catch up on wisedom you might have missed you can review "Tim's Tips" by clicking on the title in the Tips box.
Senior Curling Excitement Continues Wednesday February 10, 1999 I had to drop in and check out the curling excitement Tuesday afternoon at the RecPlex and was impressed with the high calibre of play. With my ability it would be a good idea for me to stay on the warm side of the glass.
SAHO Payroll Policies Wednesday February 10, 1999 An article in the Leader Post evokes an indignant response from Mario deSantis as tax money is squandered by SAHO on yet another payroll computer fiasco.
Work Experience Luncheon Wednesday February 10, 1999 TMSS entertains the employers who helped out with last semester's work experience course for grade ten students.
To Seek An Older World Thursday February 11, 1999 The way we humans learn is examined in this article that discusses some experimental short course projects.
Drifts Friday February 12, 1999 A long look at the drifting snow.
Time For A Tire Change Friday February 12, 1999 Farm tractor tires work out to $8.00 a day on a large field tractor.
Honest Dog Saturday February 13, 1999 Yes, its time for another true dog interview.
TSL Computers Relocates In Tisdale Mall Saturday February 13, 1999 Find out about the changes to the computer market place in this article featuring TSL Computers.
Sa-Hali Secondary School Red Dress Day Sunday February 14, 1999 Michael Townsend sends us a couple of pictures of students taking time to raise some money for a good cause.
Office Culture Sunday February 14, 1999 We examine SGI Claim Centre's unique office culture and a QuickTime VR of the office interior.
Systems Dynamics In Education: An Introduction Sunday February 14, 1999 Mario deSantis tells us about an educational approach that will bring together the fragmented elements of the curriculum.
Short Bargain Hunters Monday February 15, 1999 What must it be like to be a child in the confusing world of bargain hunting shopping.
A change of mind set is better than a change of strategy Monday February 15, 1999 Mario deSantis suggests a common sense approach to the most obvious political and social problem facing Saskatchewan people.
Hockey Nights In Tisdale Monday February 15, 1999 As we enter the play off season here are some pictures of two of the weekend's games including a QuickTime clip of Trojan Reagan Leslie's spectacular goal.
Greenwater WinterWonderland Monday February 15, 1999 Here is a chance to visit with the help of our camera, one of the jewels of Saskatchewan's provincial park system.
Neuport 17 Tuesday February 17, 1999 And now for something completely different. In the history of aviation there have been some great ones and some modest but successful types. This is one of the later and thought you might like to have a look at this rare picture of a World War I fighter.
An ominous suspicion: has SAHO corrupted the pension fund? Tuesday February 16, 1999 Mario deSantis reveals his worries about the Saskatchewan Health Care pension fund and how it might be the source of the money that SAHO seems to throw away at regular intervals.
Tuesday February 16, 1999 Just a few flakes floating around, the sun broke through at sunrise which was about 8:30 when this picture was taken then it slipped behind the solid overcast. That clearing in the East is because of a high pressure area in Manitoba that is giving -25 temperatures to Hudson Bay this morning.
Pancake Supper Wednesday February 17, 1999 St. Paul's United Church celebrate their annual pancake supper.
Delivery Day Wednesday February 17, 1999 Another day and another two tanks, big ones, ship from Northern Steel Industries. This innovative and hard working company continues to make 'em and ship 'em.
The Band Wednesday February 17, 1999 Some fooling around with our very own little Mariachi band. After it is loaded return to the front page and then go back to this page and it will run out of cache on your machine.
Vintage Machines Thursday February 18, 1999 Not the fancy museum pieces here are some pictures of some old cars as they were photographed when they were considered old cars.
"Z" Down Friday February 19, 1999 Zeller's big "Z" bites the dust Thursday as the exterior signs at the mall are changed in preparation for the new store opening in March.
The Limitations of Perceptual Reality Friday February 19, 1999 Find out about dreams, memory and what we think we see. Part one of a two part essay.
FireFest Saturday February 20, 1999 Family event of the first order as Tisdale Parks and Recreation stage the annual bonfire disposing of the Christmast trees and add to the event with fireworks and a great outdoor skating party.
Preeceville Takes Provincial Round Two Straight Saturday February 20, 1999 Our beloved Ramblers have had a great season but they are out of the Provincial playoffs after Friday's loss to Preeceville. Find out about the game and look around the crown with a QuickTime VR panorama crowd scene.
Crystalline Cover Saturday February 20, 1999 Not frost but light fluffy snow with calm winds, this view is of a tree in our front yard at about 9:00, click on the picture to see the bony bunch in the back yard.
Two White Horses Outstanding In Their Field Sunday February 21, 1999 Saturday's amazing sunlight shines on a pair of horse on the outskirts of Nipawin.
A Few Minutes In Love Sunday February 21, 1999 A small village with an interesting and definitely appealing name. Have a quick look around in Love.
Prince Albert Winter Festival Snow Sculptures Sunday February 21, 1999 In preparation for the Winter Festival this week in Prince Albert artists were out on the river Saturday afternoon creating their beautiful works. This page has all of the pictures on one page so will take a few moments to download.
Systems Dynamics in Education: Thinking Differently Sunday February 21, 1999 This exciting approach to problem solving needs our full attention as Mario deSantis explains the pitfalls of the present system and the way to make things work.
Snow Sculpture Winners Monday February 22, 1999 We went back to Prince Albert Sunday and have some pictures of the winners of the Prince Albert Winter Festival Snow Sculpture contest.
Prince Albert Winter Festival SnowMobile Drag Races Monday February 22,1 999 Dazzling speed, incredible noise as races and race enthusiasts follow the competition at Prince Albert's Winter Festival Sunday afternoon.
This Odd House - Gingerbread Tuesday February 23, 1999 This is the first of several articles featuring houses and the things about them, this one is in Tisdale.
.Rambler Rodeo Sponsors for 1999 Tuesday February 23, 1999 This is a page of the advertisements for each of the sponsors of this year's rodeo. This page takes a while to load as it has twenty-seven pictures.
This Odd House - Skylight Wednesday February 24, 1999 Michael Townsend shows us an odd design on a renovated house in Kamloops.
This Odd House - Spires and Turrets Thursday February 25, 1999 An unusual house challenges the imagination and wonder at what became of it.
The Limitations of Perceptual Reality - Part 2 Thursday February 25, 1999 Timothy Shire deals with apparitions and black holes in his second of a three part series on what is real.
Thursday, February 25, 1999 After so many days of cloud the whispy alto-stratus this morning is welcomed and with a temperature of -6 it looks like above freezing temperatures will be with us before noon.
Tisdale RM Stockpile Friday February 26, 1999 While Tisdale RM was stockpiling gravel the councillors from the North East municipalities were meeting at the Tisdale RecPlex.
Wolf Creek Panorama Friday February 26, 1999 The fabulous sunlight Thursday prompted a QuickTime VR panorama of some rural countryside. This one is 186k so it should not take long to load.
New G3 Pro - Yosemite Saturday February 27, 1999 The new machine came in yesterday and here is a review of it and the practical use of such impressive technology.
Saturday, Shiny and Bright February 27, 1999 A picture of this great morning and Data's take on things. Tomorrow look for an informative article on the changes brought about by the Supreme Court ruling on Friday and Mario deSantis explains the practical and postive educational trend toward System Dynamics.
Systems Dynamics in Education: Systems Thinking and Systems Dynamics Sunday February 28, 1999 Mario deSanatis explains the need to put things together and how this educational process offers a means to that end.
North East Bantam - Sask First Team Sunday February 28, 1999 Find out about the selection process for provincial and junior hockey teams.
Mating Rituals and Sexual Conduct Sunday February 28, 1999 A recent Canadian Supreme Court ruling has forced us to reconsider the interactions between the sexes this article tries to offer some clarification and suggestions.