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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Mar 03, 1976
Page
2
Guest editorial critiques Chetwynd sports program citing lack of coaching discipline and access to supervision at the gym. It urges stricter coaching, smarter training and active student participation ahead of spring track meet to improve the school’s performance.
Walter Pruden argues that socialist ventures like the Prince George ship deal and Crown corporations fail due to government control. He suggests selling ICBC and other Crown entities to the NDP to let BC socialists invest in themselves and to test their ability to operate these services.
The article recalls the Nahanni headless valley rumors and 20th century disappearances linked to the Nahanni River and nearby areas. It mentions Skook Davidson, local hunting land, and ties to Moberly Lake residents. It also comments on books, politics, and community news including medals won at the Northern B.C. Winter Games and a local meeting schedule.
Village Council sought resident views on water supply improvements funded by taxpayers. January bill insert asked satisfaction with year round water quality and, if negative, desired upgrades and willingness to accept a $2 monthly increase. Eleven percent returned. about half favored the proposed rise.
In Dawson Creek on March 12 Mrs R Lopp recounts a fairy opera project a gingerbread witch house twelve feet high built with husband’s help and Willa Laing’s craftsmanship. The group thanks sponsors and promises a later column about the cast and production details.
A newly approved nine hole course will open this summer for golf enthusiasts at the lake, serving residents and summer visitors from Chetwynd Hudson's Hope Dawson Creek and Fort St John. The locally designed layout received approval from the Peace River Liard Regional District and aims to offer golfers their preferred sport this year.
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