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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Mar 31, 1976
Page
1
A fire in Chetwynd destroyed a residence around midday as neighbours saved some furniture. The blaze began between 12:00 and 1:00 PM and News photographer Bob Gauthier arrived at the scene within minutes of the outbreak.
Mayor Charlie Lasser urged regional groups to pursue coal development saying the province has long subsidized others. He warned coal reserves are vast and generation spanning, pledging secondary industry and skilled underground work to benefit British Columbia. The three chambers plan site tours and ongoing joint meetings.
Poem lines recounting the Last Supper and Jesus washing feet, ending with the cup symbolism at Easter. A community column lists visitors and events from local residents including Mr. and Mrs. Haddad, Malcolm Ellis, Rolene Best, Brenda Moore, and Christine Hoffman, plus skating club notes and a local hockey result.
The Arts and Crafts Show at Elks Hall drew over two hundred patrons to view paintings crafts sewing woodwork needlework rugs and more. The new baking category attracted few entries but sparked extra interest while a special adults and juniors display drew attention. The ecumenical event showcased local talent and leisure time well spent.
A local event in Chetwynd BC featured a crash report of John Napoleon 40 of Moberly Lake BC who died from injuries after a highway collision 27 miles north of Chetwynd. Other injured included Hector Brown 45 and Florestine Calliou 40 with Roger Paquette driver Jens Bertelsen uninjured. Police continue investigation. The fair was sponsored by local churches and the CWL with Elks and Royal Purple donations. Grants from the BC government aided prizes and plaques. Judges volunteered for the seven categories including embroidery ceramics crocheting and afghans.
C.B. radio interference in Chetwynd prompted an inquiry led by Bill Siedel. He told the Echo that proper filters on radio sets could end the poor reception and voice interference. Siedel plans to ensure C.B. radios are checked and filtered by the DOT.
BC Rail officials informed Mayor Lasser a new plan is being prepared to cover the industrial areas on the north side of their rail at Chetwynd. The plan would develop the area as needed.
Dawson Creek Chetwynd and Pouce Coupe Chambers of Commerce held a joint meeting Monday to discuss improving TV reception. Officials noted an upcoming CRTC visit, plus potential work on the Chetwynd water intake, silting risk, Windrem Creek culverts, and the road from the industrial park to the Hudson Hope Highway.
Parole officer wants area coverage as Chetwynd lacks one while Dawson Creek hosts two officers handling a total caseload of 84. Mayor Charlie Lasser announced at a Chamber of Commerce meeting that 42 people in Chetwynd are on parole with no officer assigned. Continued on page 4.
The Little Giant Figure Skating Club closed its season with a club competition. Judges were Carol Wagner and Chet Wynd, with Fay Asleson, Mrs. Joanne McKinnon, Patti McKinnon, and Carol Berlinger. Top three medals awarded in each event. Event A featured Lisa Robertson, Tanis Coss, Kari Carson. Event B included Cheryl Squires, Kelly Stevenson, Tara Fowler. Event C showcased John McKinnon, Kathy Telyk, Joanne Wood. Event D highlighted Holly Ethier, Debbie Gladue, Grace Planner. Event E presented Holly Ethier, Christine Hoffman, Debbie Gladue.
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