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Editorial. Comments on the influence on press freedom of Conrad Black's dominance in Canada's newspapers. Scope of Black's clout in the newspaper industry; Concerns on Black's neo-conservative political beliefs on media integrity; Importance of diversifying media ownership.

Focuses on the management of the Canadian newspaper the `Whig Standard.' Restructuring of editorial and reporting staff; Implication of acquisition by Southam Newspaper Group from owner Michael Davies; Reputation of independent news writing; Supplements; Southam top management; Relaunching as a morning paper; Comments by former Whig Standard editor David Barber. INSETS: Harrowing tales..;One view fits all. (book reviews from readers).;Vox populi? (response of media unions)..

Highlights the various newspapers in Canada. Details on the ownership of the papers; Problems facing the newspapers; How Canada's newspapers reflected the corporate owners; Impact of legislation on the newspapers; Details on cross-media ownership; Information on the smaller papers; Details on the Campaign for Press and Broadcasting Freedom; Proposals made by the Campaign for Press and Broadcasting Freedom.