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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Nov 03, 1976
Page
2
The piece critiques two to three levels of government in Canada for overlapping duties and costly bureaucracy. It argues taxpayers face unclear responsibilities, wasted funds, and a need for intergovernmental cooperation focused on need and efficiency rather than competition for funding.
A reader argues the by law prevents permanent stabling but explains why horses remain on their property. They cite a three year old gelding shot by an unknown person and the effort to train him for pleasure riding, hoping to move them next spring. They also critique the general strike and the Labour Congress's reach. The writer notes the anti inflation program affects many Canadians.
Frank Oberle argues that most Canadians and many labour members want productive input in economic management. He says Congress credibility suffers from confrontations and urges a government facilitated forum where Labour, Business, and Government air views. He blames the Prime Minister for lacking leadership to bring participants to the bargaining table.
The text argues that benefits from a national product and fair distribution were acknowledged late in the Speech from the Throne. It suggests inviting community advice before the AIB programme could have prevented the October 14 protest and the resulting climate of instability. It says the strike harmed, not helped, consensus efforts and that the CLC should have pursued direct action to advance its aims.
Victoria report notes that Robert Strachan will remain BC agent general in London for another year after being sent by Premier Barret to smooth the December 1 election. It recalls past agent generals and political wrangling, including pensions, London social life, and the idea of moving BC interests to a Canada House in Ottawa. Premier Bennett is mentioned regarding future appointments.
After the 1974 electio n the Prime Minister entered the 29th parliament with a majority and pledged strong leadership while presenting measures for economic woes. The throne speech for the 30th parliament lacks concrete solutions and betrays mixed signals on bilingualism market intervention and social programs.
Fifteen delegates from South Peace River attended the 1976 British Columbia Social Credit Party convention October 21 to 23 with about 1,200 delegates. John Jackman presented a resolution opposing federal firearm registration and related restrictions, arguing the measures would add bureaucracy and costs with little crime reduction. About ninety percent of delegates approved the resolution.
The column outlines the zodiac week from October 31 to November 6 with guidance for all signs. Aries urges restraint, Taurus and Gemini face behind the scenes activity and career focus, Moonchild seeks key interviews, Leo notes favorable joint investments, Virgo warns of misunderstandings, Scorpio should cement work relationships, Allipvil Valle signals rapid mental pace and rest needs, Sagittarius promotes home projects, Capricorn emphasizes reading, Aquarius feels stifled with changes, and Pisces encourages new study and metaphysical interest.
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