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Dawson Creek Sees Growth Fueled by Planned Development
Dawson Creek leaders led by Mayor Bob Trail outline steady progress since early council planning. The city evolved into a regional supply center with a 35,000 trading area and aims for a population rise as basic industries expand. A Victoria land sale is expected to reveal development timing and scale. The Mile O Post marks Alaska Highway origins. city population rose from 300 in 1942 to about 13,600, with wheat coal natural gas oil and timber boosting growth.
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