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Chetwynd The Echo

Location

Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada

Date

Feb 25, 1976

Page

4

Quiet weekend in minor hockey results listed

Weekend of February 14 and 15 saw several junior hockey results. Gerry's Store beat Coalition 3 to 2 as Lance Wood Brad Farnsworth and Syd Calliou scored. Timberjacks defeated Hotel Flyers 2 0 with Matt Dalke and Dean Gladue scoring and Colin Courtoreille earning a shutout. Westlander 7 Hudson's Hope Tom Thumbs 1 with Demmans Powell Swanton Braaten and Murray among scorers. Legion Seals and Chetwynd Legion tied 2 2 with Larsen Barton scoring for Seals and Brewster scoring twice for Chetwynd. Chetwynd Midgets Dawson Creek RCMP 6 with Fowler scoring the only Chetwynd goal. Reports on Elks Tournament not available due to missing score sheets. Reminder of Pup Jamboree in Chetwynd February 28 29 and bake sale proceeds for Minor Hockey. NHL Pool No 18 winner was T Soloshy.

Gerry’s Store Coalition Lance Wood Brad Farnsworth Syd Calliou Ryan Neals Timberjacks Hotel Flyers Matt Dalke Dean Gladue Colin Courtoreille Westlander Hudson’s Tom Thumbs Garth Demmans Lee Powell Dale Swanton Blake Braaten Hudson Dale Murray Legion Seals Chetwynd Legion Seals Shane Larsen Pat Barton Curtis Brewster Chetwynd Dawson Creek Rcmp Fowler Elks Dawson Creek NHL T. Soloshy

Hudson's Hope Library Board Welcomes Two New Members

The Hudson's Hope Public Library Association held its annual meeting on February 11 1976 in the library. Eight members of the public attended including three Aldermen. Two new board members Mrs E Quinn and Mrs M Harvey were welcomed. Anita McWilliams was appointed library representative to the council. Executive officer elections were deferred to March. A flea market and new library building progress were discussed. Monthly board meetings are on the second Wednesday at 7 30 p.m. in the library.

Hudson’s Hope Public Library Association E. Quinn M. Harvey H. Auld R. Calder A. Summer W. McIver H. Hodgkinson E. Parr E. Jackson Anita McWilliams Hudson’s Hope Council

Royal Purple Plans Skateathon Fundraiser

The February 19, 1976 regular meeting of the 0.0.R.P. chaired by H.R.L. Berlinger with fifteen members approved sponsoring H.R.L. Berlinger for a March 7 skateathon. Lady Berlinger performed figures amid praise, displaying smooth technique through extensive practice and aiming to entertain the audience.

R.P H.R.L. Berlinger H.R Berlinger

Library reports 1975 Chetwynd Public Library statistics

The 1975 report shows 111,263 total books in stock with 1,381 more than 1974 and 19,136 circulations up by 1,596. Adult, juvenile, and paper back stock rose to 4,113 3,429 and 3,721 respectively. registered borrowers fell to 913. A jumble of notices follows about local clubs and secret sisters.

Chetwynd Public Library Pocket Books

Taylor takes over Peace Island Park

Grace McCarthy announced the transfer of Peace Island Provincial Park from the provincial parks board to the Village of Taylor. The 104 acre park near the Peace River junction with the Pine River was established in 1964 and included three islands and four land parcels. Development has included historical building restoration with government aid and a local initiatives programme grant. The village takeover aims to continue park development for community purposes.

Peace Island Provincial Parks Branch Taylor Grace McCarthy Peace Island Provincial Park Peace River Pine River L.I.P Peace Island Park

Fay Cox reports rising food costs and local events

Alberta Wheat Pool figure Bill Rydell says cheap food will vanish as production costs rise and world demand grows. February seeds, greenhouse plans, and zucchini prep feature in Fay Cox's Lone Prairie column. Community notices include a Chetwynd group meeting, road petition, a wedding shower, and the Lone Prairie Stockmens Association AGM set for Feb 28 at 7:30 p.m.

Fay Cox Bill Rydell Alberta Wheat Pool Dawson Creek Lone Prairie Stockmens Association Billy Warneke

Chetwynd court news February 12 1976 proceedings

On February 12 Judge David Levis dealt with cases from Chetwynd B C. Bryan Best received a suspended sentence and 18 months probation for break in and theft at the Government Liquor Store with up to 250 restitution. Laverne Norris faced fraud charges for food at New Blue Sky cafe, but the Crown withdrew after trial. Local penalties listed include multiple motor vehicle offenses with various fines. Winning numbers for the Olympic Lottery January 25 are listed with several prize amounts.

Archie Shannon del McCormick William Minsinger B.C David Levis Bryan Wayne Best Chetwynd B.e.&t Laverne Norris Levis

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