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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Mar 09, 1977
Page
3
A reflective piece recalling a gardener's memories of past summers at a homestead near Moberly Lake. The author contrasts new seed catalogs with a simpler time, describes ornamental beds and drought-tolerant plants, and muses on vegetables, weeds, and cherished flowers, weaving in anecdotes of neighbors and family routines.
The piece discusses continued inter-agency cooperation to address delinquent youths. It notes the Attorney General's recognition of the issue across the province and outlines a three tiered program needing legislation and funding. Solutions require government at all levels and public cooperation.
Community events mix with family milestones at Moberly Lake. A silver wedding celebration for Ken and Edna Cross at the Elks Hall featured a tree stump memento and dancing to Vern Branton’s Orchestra. Marilyn Garbitt and Gary Gustafson wed in Chetwynd with a 6 PM Legion Hall luncheon for about 150 guests. The couple plan residence in Moberly Lake after a Vancouver honeymoon.
Hudson's Hope council, with four voting members present, wrapped up in under two hours. Acting mayor Jack Dick led in mayor Croockewit’s absence as reports highlighted no sewer freezeups in ten years and minor vandalism delaying a free water standpipe. Liquid level controls will link reservoir to pumphouse via BC Tel, aiming to cut pumping costs. A spectator rebuked agenda delays due to late requests, while by-law adherence was emphasized for future meetings. A library planning group from Arras, Chetwynd, and Dawson Creek advances integrated service efforts.
The BC Council Girl Guides of Canada seeks public donations to fund a three story headquarters on a 25 foot frontage after land purchase. Funds come from cookie sales and memberships. provincial level support from United Appeal is unavailable.
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