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From: Winnipeg Free Press
Date: 20070901
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ONE of Armstrong Point's earliest and grandest homes needs help.

Structurally sound and looking good for its 95 years, the Ralph Connor House at 54 West Gate nevertheless needs upgrades towards improved safety and accessibility for hundreds of visitors who tour it and groups that rent it year-round.

Friends of Ralph Connor House, a non-profit group, bought the house in 2003 from the University Women's Club of Winnipeg, which still manages the daily activities there. ...

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