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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Jun 27, 1973
Page
2
A reader reports eight unsigned religious tract letters in the town mail, unread and discarded. The writer cites Albert Schweitzer on individual privacy and questions aggressive attempts at conversion.
The article recounts Petra as a rock carved capital of the Nabateans famed for a rose colored temple and panoramic rock architecture. It notes rediscovery in 1812, its water systems, amphitheatre, and diverse cultural influences, highlighting trade decline as caravans shifted routes and Petra’s eventual decline.
The piece contrasts Petra’s ancient water system and mystery with its status today as a Jordan tourism hub reached by a modern highway. It reflects on its untouched past, poetic imagery of the rose red city, and thoughts on civilizations rising and falling. News items mention locals and visitors fronting social events and travel, with several names and places cited in passing.
Veronica Cota won 100 dollars on TV bingo. Bruce Burris and two uncles visited John and Edith Luchinsky. Thelma Peck hosted her brother Pat Howe Liz and two kids. Liz's sister Cathy visited from Klamath Falls before moving to Las Vegas. John Lennard left for Vernon to work for B C Hydro. Keenes camp visitors Jack Galbraith Gary Farrel Carl Crites. Veilleux welcomed a baby boy June 19 in Fort St. John. Ron LaPointe traveled to Prince George for wedding and shopping. Germany visitors Janich family staying six weeks. John Newcombe earned his pilot license.
Bunne Hoffman has been elected Northeast Regional Representative of the Auxiliary section of the British Columbia Hospitals' Association. The Northeast Region covers 13 Hospital Auxiliaries from 100 Mile House to Fort Nelson. As Regional Representative, she will liaise between the Auxiliaries.
An editorial appeal urges recording outstanding achievements of Peace River area residents in any field including arts science and sport. It invites former students pioneers and locals to submit brief named accounts, plus humorous anecdotes, with permission for name use, to build a lasting community record.
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