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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Oct 11, 1978
Page
2
Ronald J. Nelson writes that September 27, 1978 open house drew only 19 parents to meet 25 teachers, expressing embarrassment for the display of disengagement. He argues for more parental involvement, urging two to three hours monthly to improve communication and support for children’s futures.
A brief message from the Canadian Arthritic and Rheumatism Society expresses gratitude. The note acknowledges support, collaboration, and ongoing efforts to aid members and promote awareness of arthritic and rheumatic conditions.
A reader letter dated September 14, 1978 notes the Public Forum was solely sponsored by the Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce. I.G. Campbell, president of the chamber, emphasizes this sponsorship.
Chetwynd Chit-Chat (CARS) finished a door to door drive in the Dawson Creek area with over 870 of a 3500 total donated. The group aims to surpass a 4000 target as donations continue. The note thanks canvassers and residents for support. You have to believe in happiness.
Vic Stephens notes Winnipeg visitors and provincial social life while dated holiday trips are recalled. A political column argues that provincial revenues rose sharply under the Social Credit government, ending with a call to voters to choose between continued high spending or PC restraint in BC.
BC's one year into mandatory seat belt use shows a drop in highway deaths and serious injuries. Only 1052 tickets issued for non compliance with fines from 15 to 100 dollars. Superintendent Robert Whitlock praises belt use as the simplest protection and urges motorists to maintain the buckle up habit.
USDA Foreign Agriculture survey finds Canada at 16.9 percent inflation from May last year, Germany at 1.2 percent. Despite exchange rates, North American shoppers still pay less for similar foods than Europeans, per a table of retail prices.
Washington notes insurers urge government to ban multi piece wheels used on trucks buses and campers as they risk explosive disassembly causing fatalities and injuries. Joan Claybrook says rulemaking may crack down while William Haddon cites unpredictable violent explosions. The CNIB paragraph about eye care appears as an unrelated insertion.
A fragmented TV schedule lists CBC programs and sports events for Monday October 16 including The World Series, NHL coverage Islanders vs Maple Leafs, and Evening news bulletins. Notable entries mention Mark and Mindy and Starsky & Hutch with time slots across afternoon and prime hours.
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