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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jan 14, 1981
Page
9
A reader asks about a classmate Randy who is dirty and neglected. Abby advises notifying Randy’s teacher to connect with child welfare resources, noting a neglected child needs help and it’s everyone’s business. Another letter discusses a model career vs marriage ultimatum, and a wife asks about pajama wear for a sleep walking husband.
The British Columbia Federation of Foster Parent Associations praises Grace McCarthy for confirming that from January 1 1981 the Ministry of Human Resources will raise foster home rates. Phyllis Primeau notes rising costs for food and clothing, and says the hike will offset these expenses. She commends Mrs McCarthy and staff for their support of children in care.
Faith Lutheran Church in Chetwynd hosted a quiet Christmas Candlelight wedding on December 13 at five p.m. Cynthia Lynne Sandnes and Caffrey LaVern Gerstel exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony officiated by Pastor Rod McFarlane with organist Mrs Archibald Schreiber. bridal party wore ivory, burgundy, and teal, with a reception at Ricky’s Restaurant for about 40 guests. The article also details the Helpline for Children’s first year, ICBC claim increases in 1980, and plan benefits for dental care though includes unrelated insurance notes.
The matron of honor bouquets lined the aisles as Master of Ceremonies Sig Loberg of Moberly Lake led the evening. Owain Mounsey and Sherry Mounsey spoke at toasts to the couple while Beverly kept the guest register. An open house followed at the newlyweds home with Christmas decor and taped music for dancing. Out of town guests included the Dandnes family of Dawson Creek, R P Leberg of Hythe, D Ward and A Gustafson of La Glace, Rod and Joanne Leberg of Beaverlodge, and Caffrey Gerstel, newly settled in Chetwynd.
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