Library Receives 200 New Books For Community Use
Mrs Ken Cross reports the library gained 200 new books, a golden chance for locals though only about a dozen families use them. Nearby, the community mourns Leslie John Cameron of Dawson Creek, who enjoyed a summer cabin here and will be missed by neighbors. The Home and School Society held a teen dance Friday with local youths admitted, chaperones and concession booth staff present. Mrs Paul Jorgenson of Edmonton visits her parents, the G. Parkers, for a week.
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Ken Cross
Home and School Society
Metis Housing Association starts new home move in
Four Metis families moved into new homes this weekend with plans for one more family per week until all 16 units are filled. Frank Gladue, secretary, notes the project teaches carpentry and cabinet making. He moved from High Prairie to Chetwynd eight years ago and plans to stay, citing community support and a shift from initial council hesitation to mayor Oberle’s backing.
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Frank
Genevieve Gladue
Ernie
Lorette Calliou
Leonard
Florence Gladue
Marceline Desjarl
Nelson
Metis Housing Association
Frank Gladue
High Prairie
Chetwynd
Council
Oberle
Apathy in Chetwyne Cited by Local Teachers
Letters to the editor recount a year and a half of teaching in Chetwyne. Enthusiasm faded as apathy grew among older residents, with few sacrificing time to establish recreational programs. The piece contrasts action with indifference and notes a shift toward inaction as a prevailing mindset.
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Chetwyne
Robbie Burns Night Honors with Kilts and Haggis
Robbie Burns night drew social attention with kilts and plaids. John Stewart hosted as master of ceremonies. Dr Craven proposed toast to the ladies, Lucy Lennox replied. J Lennox toasted the Immortal Burns as the Haggis, piped by Dick Herring, was carried by J Douglas. Address to the Haggis by J Stewart. A drum and pipe interlude followed during the dance. Continued on page five.
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Robbie Burns
John Stewart
Dr Craven
Lucy Lennox
J. Lennox
Dick Herring
J. Douglas
J. Stewart
20 Girls Pregnant at Chetwynd High
A father laments that over twenty girls left Chetwynd High School last year due to pregnancy. He questions lost potential, notes compulsory marriages, and warns of the risk of unintended children while urging better prevention amid growing knowledge.
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Chetwynd High School
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Leslie John Cameron
Dawson
Creek
Cameron
Moberly
Paul Jorgenson
Edmonton
The
G. Parker's
P.S
Doreen
Lorna
Dwian
Marian Parker
Lennox
Gene Reaume
Ed Hoffman
Chetwynd Housing Ltd
Chetwyne Metis Housing Ltd
Robert Burns
Echo Publishing Ltd
Canada
Commonwealth
U.S.A
Elan
Nordic
TNT
Chetwynd Motors
Bcotel
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