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Newspaper
Chetwynd The Echo
Location
Chetwynd, British Columbia, Canada
Date
Sep 26, 1973
Page
1
Open House will be held in the gymnasium of the Chetwynd Elementary Secondary School on Wednesday October 3 1973 from 7 30 to 9 30 p m. This will be to introduce the use of the school and its facilities to the community.
William Dych was charged for driving without due care and attention and fined 100 dollars. David Marl Ward faced three counts including driving without due care and attention with a 100 dollar fine, a 25 dollar fine for no license, and a 250 dollar fine for no insurance.
Mr Johnstone introduces thirteen new staff members and student council representatives at a public gathering for parents and locals to meet teachers. Invitations have been sent to local government and school board officials. An informal session will let parents visit homerooms while students handle refreshments and direct visitors.
The Chamber of Commerce plans a social evening and dance for adults on October 8 at Hotel Chetwynd to help neighbors and newcomers get acquainted. A small ticket charge limits attendance. for details call Bunne Hoffman or John Stewart.
Delegates from five local Chambers met September 15 and 16 in Fort Nelson for meetings and an action seminar. Reports on summer activities noted success of the Gold Panning Event and Canoe Races drawing contestants from the Peace River area and beyond. Speakers included Mr. Frank Beinder BC Chambers president and Ralph Pettie field rep. Resolutions target travel fund grants and a farm vacation program.
A September 10 1973 gathering of the Chetwynd minor hockey association elected an executive for the coming year. Pres Ed Neickart 1st Vice-President Dennis Doll Vice-President Ray Fowler Division Co-ordinator Lawrence Clary Secretary Laverne Fowler Registrar Jim Armstrong Assistant Registrar Sandy Pascuzzo Treasurer Donna Douglas Referee Chief Ray Norris with Laverne Norris assisting Appointed Division Managers Jim Douglas Brian Edeburn Ray Fortin and Head Coach Larry Pearson.
As representative of School District No 99 I report that after meeting on September 17 1973 the board decided to keep the Moberly Lake School open. A new grade teacher will join and bus service will extend to Glennie’s Trailer Park residents. A referendum 11 will be held with the Municipal Elections on November 17. Open house at Chetwynd Elementary Secondary School is set for October 3.
A jumble of social tidbits from the area covers Mrs. Leonard Layne and Mrs. Clara Moore touring Prince George with shopping and friends, a funeral in town, RCMP farewell for Const. Bartz, and gatherings for Drs. Lennox. Families and neighbors host visits from Gillam Oregon and England, plus local events at churches and clubs.
The local RCMP is holding several unclaimed wallets with no identification. Bikes were turned in at the RCMP office, including a gold 3 speed Ranger and a blue girl’s bicycle with “Gary” on the sloping bar and a missing chain. Owners may claim their property by visiting the RCMP office.
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