CASTLEGAR NEWS, April 30, 1980 Orch aA ROYAL SUPPORT was given Miss Interior of B.C. Nylo Skrepnechuk of Cranbrook, who officially opened the West Kootenay Trade Fair 1980 Friday in a ribbon-cut- ting ceremony, in the form of these four young ladies, left to right, Miss Trail Dawn Myhietem, Miss Nelson ,Wendy Johnson and Miss Golden City Theresa Cameron with her First Princ beauties w U a total of fou: of the s liso Martin, This bevy of all part of the opening ceremoni hich who of Ki also Inc! tending the Boundary Municipaliti —Nows. /Mircor Foto by Lois Hughes AKBM BACKS BID FOR Continued from front page industrial and commercial competitiveness of Cominco” (West Kootenay Power's parent company) and other employers in the area thus ensuring continued employment opportunities for local residents.” Although power would be available on the provincial grid, the resolution said, the private company's construction and operation of the proposed dam would ensure “an adequate power supply at acceptable rates” in future for the Kootenay Boundary and Okanagan areas it serves. Speaking also against the RDCK resolution, Sladen asked whether West Kootenay Power was asked whether it. was interested in the proposed project, and he suggested the cost of construction such a dam would reflect on power costs. “If West Kootenay Power were to undertake this project FAIR ATTENDANCE DOWN THIS YEAR. Continued from front page forms, of entertainment. “But I think one thing we failed to do is let people know this is going back in to the community,” he said, referring to the club’s var- ious local donations and their Kinnaird Park upgrading project. “Next year I think we should concentrate on that.” teers. A good percentage of our members work Monday, and as far as setting up everything goes it takes ap- proximately a’ week and at least a ‘day-and-a-half to break things down.” Commenting of the pos- itive aspects of this year's event, the Lions spokesman The Lions may also have ): to consider the prospect of turning the fair into a three- day event, he said. “I think the people would like to have the fair open Sunday for those who - work all week and find it a little rushed to get in there x Saturday evening,” he said. “One of the things your , have to take into consider- ation is that we are volun- CHAIRMAN Continued from front page Power and Light Co. Ltd. and CAT. Wilson, named by the Sun story as a “likely contender” for Cominco president, was born and educated in Toronto and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario and of B.C. Formerly a partner in Clarkson, Gordon and Co., he joined Cominco in 1973 as finance director. He was appointed vice president in charge of fi- nance the next year and executive vice-president in 1979, and serves on the boards of a number of companies, including CAI, Valley Copper Mines Ltd., WKPL and Western Can- ada Steel Ltd. Addressing sharehold- ers and outlining prospects for the rest of the year, Anderson said, although current market prices of most of Cominco's products are equal to, or higher than, the average prices that prevailed in 1979 — lead is the only exception at 20 per cent lower than its 1979 average — there are two unknown quan- tities: The deep recession the Western world is slid- ing into and world political instability. 2 Bu. Cominco's first quarter earnings main- tained the high level of 1979's final quarter. For the three months ended March 31, the integrated Jead-zine, mining and fer- tilizer concern reported earnings of $60.1 million, or $3.40 a share, up from $38.7 million, or $2.17 a . in the year-earlier i earned $203.7 million, or $11.52 a share, in 1979, up from $67,37 million, or $3.69 a share, in 1978. Anderson, attributed Cominco’s high. 1979 earn- ings to strong lead and zine markets and spectacular gold and silver prices. MORE WATER __ you would change their financial structure from a $50 million company to a $.5 billion corporation,” he pointed out. “That has to have a drastic effect on the economic structure.” Central Kootenay's Area F director Dave Pearce, who represents the rural area northwest of Nelson, confirmed officials of Cominco and West Kootenay Power had been contacted and were "very interested” in the proposed project. Pearce, who said West Kootenay Power Rates are “the cheapest in North America,” said the potential impact of the project's cost on consumer power costs was “not the point at all.” “If we leave the dam to B.C. Hydro the power is exported cut of this area and we are without jobs,” he explained. “We have no control, they talk to them." said exhibitors were pleased with the outcome of the fair and succeeded in following its “Fun Fest '80" theme. Stasila reported that winners of the two $1,000 gold prizes raffled off at the trade fair went to Gary Konkin of Castlegar Friday night and Don Gates of Nel- are AALS STAneueas Ht don’t listen to us and we can't son Saturday night. He also noted the Bartle Gibson exhibit took top honors for most outstanding display and Castlegar's Clay Castle workshop display was honored as most creative, while the Right to Life ex- hibit was the displayers’ choice as top display. bee \ —— ; Sosa OVERHEAD view shows only part of floor area packed with displays at the 1980 West Kootenay Trade Fair Kootenay municipalities are likely candidates for downtown program Kootenay com- munities have a good chance of securing a healthy share of the $25 = million the province has udgeted for down- town revitalization, according to the president of the Union of 'B.C. Munici- palities. ~ : In an interview Friday, Mayor Chuck Lakes of Trail told the News/Mirror the yet-unreleased revitalization program legislation — the ‘eontents of which he.sald he has examined but swore under the Canada Secrecies Act not to divulge — applies to municipalities throughout’ .C. : "But because of the age .'' of the municipalities in the Kootenays I would suggest we would have a prime arda in which to qualify for ,as- sistance for the revitalization of the Lakes raised the subject: of the planned downtown re- - put before the House guide- lines will be drawn up and all lities will be noti- newal prog din _ the Speech from the Throne beginning the current legis~ lative ‘session, in.an address to the Association of Koot- enay Boundary Municipal- “ities, ra ’ Followitig Lakes’ Friday speech, on upcoming pro- vincial legislation Tom Moore, the, municipal affairs ministry's exe director, fied," Moore told AKBM delegates. Moore told AKBM del- egates the ministry has al- ready received a number of, requests from various niuni- cipalities on requirements for applying for assistance under the planned act. Guidelines will be drawn up and all will be notified said the new act could be i d this wee UBCM president said. . .:. areas,’ the ..{ reek, “When the legislation is of requirements once the . legislation is tabled, the'min- istry official said. Cut disclosure, province urged Elected munici- jal .and regional dis- trict officials should file disclosure papers after, but not before, their election, accor- ding to the Associa- tion of Kootenay Castlegar's Ald. Albert Cald 7 debate, pointed out absten- ‘bank and the I District of Central Koot- enay’s Area D director. Sean Hennessey, who represents the rural area around Kaslo, opposed the resolution .des- pite statements from other delegates and twice-annual filing ,is jive and the Boundary Municipali- ties, Delegates approved Sat- urday a Town of Kimberley resolution calling for changes in the province's Public Of- ficials and Employees Dis- closure Act to require annual rather than twice-annual fi- lings of information on per- sonal financial holdings. Noting every official is required each year under the Act to file the information between the first and. 15th day of January and July, the resolution pointed out there is no provision for destroying the papers of individuals who are no longer in office and the financial status of municipal officials “seldom changes.” disclosures are seldom ex- “amined. Calderbank stressed the importance of having such information on file in the évent conflict of interest in- vestigations are required. Hennessey agreed the information is rarely used or examined by the public but the twice-yearly filings “exist in the Act so voters would be aware of any conflicts of interest before they vote.” While 19 delegates voted 18 tions count as affirmative votes and he ruled ‘out ” Hennessey's at- * tempt to challenge the vote results. : rf TROUBLED BY HIGH PRICES ? STAY AND SAVE AT THE MAYFAIR HOTEL . for brochure and reservations write: .THE MAYFAIR HOTEL ‘B45 Hornby St, Vancouver, B.C, VEZ 1V 1 or Phone area 604-687-6751 still only from $22.00 up Mastly with full kitchens — at no extra cost. Free parking , Downtown location Weekly, monthly & family rates in favor of the i were opposed. Told a number of delegates deliberately ab- stained from voting on the resolution, Fernie's Mayor Gus Boersma, chairing’ the Firefighting aid under cabinet consideration In a seminar on fire protection Gordon Anderson hinted to ‘the Association of Kootenay Boundary Muni- cipalities word that fire pro- tection grants will be made available through his office said are currently being dis- cussed by the provincial cabinet. z In a related move, del- egates at the weekend AKBM convention passed a resolution to approach the incial ask- and the affairs ministry is-“in the wind.” Interviewed-later by the News/Mirror, Anderson said “three or four ministries” would be involved in the proposed new B.C. Lottery Foundation grants, which he & ing for financial assistance. 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Either for or against. | can't be that way about Norm Gabana because on. the one hand | admired his straightforward honesty and at the same time | feared his almost unreasonable stubbornness about people who are out to make a dollar, ¥ i The man has been on council 10 years and most people in Trail are glad he is, As a former President of Local 480 he carries with him the working man e world of business is out to gethim, ~ ‘ His role as alderman gives him the sense of power that goes with the ex- pression “you can't fight city hall.” Anybody in government knows full well, and its the main reason they sit there, that you can make stréng corporations fall. to their knees with a simple act'of legislation which makes the kings of old look like pussycats by comparison, e The only weakness in most rules and regulations which spring from the lation and inummerable bylaws can be found in the word “enfor- cement.” Example: How many do-it Nf y 's present tt * proval of top Vv political involvement. Inf management to allow matters. For bh | disadvantages to being an alderman: Your children get heckled and harassed at school. You must have a patient and understanding wife. Your supervisors at work do not appreciate the drain on - ly, Norm does have the ap: time for at city hall NEW ADDITION to the West y Doukhobor Historical Society Museum is this early telephone shown here being presented at the society's recent annua meeting to newly elected president An- na Gattinger by George Wilson of Trail. hone came from a Wilson sald the t Alderman Gabana offered astute opinion about several timely subjects: double i is d by to make Government are quite often guilty of "knee: jer! litical d b of a pl more harmful than no reaction at all. He talked about duty to defend your civic employees at public meetings. He also made it quite clear that he thinks civic supervisors should have the stands. d by the majority of families, k” legislation, thought to be minority. Over-reaction is F s within their particular department. He said he would back those supervisors. in public who are so responsible. However, should there be a disagreement, his will would prevail.” * | wanted to interview Norm becausé he is good press. He is not afraid to say what is on his mind for better oe.for worse. He is controversial, either loved or hated. In this world of grey ‘tiaybes, cum-see cum-saw, the man is refreshingly blunt and honest. | liked him because at least you know where he an Winning. Provincial numbers Here are the numbers drawn in the April 27 draw of the Provincial lottery. First set, Green 3072, Red 202 and Blue 521; second set, Green 4316, Red 686 and Blue 197; third set, Green 4370, Red 307 and Blue 013. If the green and red of any single ticket matches, you win $1 million. If the green and blue of any single ticket matches, you win $% illion. If you have the red (and blue numbers you win $100,000. There are also sub- sidiary prizes. Interested families of low incomes Trail Community Action is a group of concerned people interested in helping families of low incomes. Formed in April, 1978, the group is a non-profit organization whose aims are mainly to be supportive in helping people to help them- selves. Members are willing May1 Vancouver Art Gallery's special exhibit of 30 photo- graphs by Vancouver artists on display at Laura Morrish School gym in East Trail from 7 - 9 p.m. Sponsored by the Trail and District Arts “Council in cooperation with School District No. 11. _ * © Kokanee Rock Club of Nelson will hold its third — Rock and Gem Show May 1 - 8 in the Nelson Hotel. High- lights of the show will be displays, demonstrations and individual cases of interest- ing rocks, gemstones and © handcrafted jewelry. Door prizes will be given through- out the three-day show. A fine assortment of hand- crafted jewelry will also be sold. May3 West Kootenay Regional Arts Council general meeting at 11.a.m. in Selkirk College faculty lounge. May 4 Fifth annual family pic- nic to be held at Birchbank Picnic grounds. Begins 1 p.m. kids games, horseshows and refreshments. Barbeque pits available. Sponsored by members, local NDP. Every- body welcome. May 5-10 Clean-up Week featuring the. Pitch In ’80 community beautification projects. Family picnic planned A family picnic to wel- come spring is planned for May 4, at the Birchbank Park picnic grounds. & Games for..children arid adults, a puppet show, live music and hot dogs will be only part of the fare offered by New Democratic Party members at their annual May Day Family Picnic. Everyone is invited to the afternoon of fun and games beginning at 1 p.m. Singing’ popular songs and playing his guitar will be well-known local artist to provide recreation for chil- dren of these families. ° . In order to do this, participation from the par- ents would be greatly ap- preciated. Any parent inter- ested in the Rossland, Trail, -Montrose or Fruitvale area is asked to contact Emilie Gor- don, 1356 - 2nd Ave., Trail. The Rape & Sexual “Abuse Crisis Line is now in operation (354-4222). Current hours of operation are: Thursday through Monday, 6 Michael Cummings. Specially for children, Pether and Vicki Livingston's puppets will perform Cinderella and. also the Three Little Pigs. 3 Games for children and adults alike will include soft- ball, tug-of-war, three-legged races, sack races and latest team sport — Moon Ball. Raffles throughout the afternoon will result in such prizes as baseball gloves and bats, frizbees and lawn dart games. : Refreshments, suitable for both adults and children, will be available, but pic- nicers are advised to bring a full pienie lunch for the family. The park has plenty of cocking grills and tables. issi will be CO Miss Catherine Wilson of Surrey who Is a B.C. Tel super- visor at ment. It is not bi ticular fact The teleph come Into her possession when the company was upgrading their Kootenay equip- Ly lieved this particular telephone came from the home of Peter Verigin Il, Wilson said, however, he has een able to authenticate this per- “—News/Mirror Foto by Lois Hughes. Salmo Celebration Society prepares for Canada Day Eight members of Salmo ° Celebrations Society were present Wednesday night at Salmo Secondary School to start planning for Canada Day, July 1. Bonnie Klovance and Dr. Dave Cardwell were selected to chair a nominating com- + mittee to suggest suitable names for members of the -Joint program to create employment _ The ministry of human resources and the ministry of labor are ing again society executive and dir- ectors. A raffle is planned for which tickets will soon be issued with $500 for first prize, $300 for second prize and $200 third prize. - Cardwell was selected to” arrange with Al Grotkowski for a ball tournament. ° Cardwell was selected to arrange with Al Grotkowski for a ball tournament. The concession booths in Salmo Park are to be re- modelled for use in both hot and cold concessions. John TeBulte is to be approached regarding the possible purchase or rent of the “Snow Goers” trailer. Ifit hased, the Lions Club this year on a joint program to create employment oppor- tunities for human resources clients. The joint: program works in the same way as the min- istry of labor's Youth Em- ployment Program by pro- viding eligible employers who create new jobs with a portion of the wages required f is p will make the necessary re- pairs. At the time of the Salmo Snowballs Celebrations in February, a raffle was held in which prizes were to be given’ to whoevér guessed the cor- 1 rect circumfrence of a giant snowball to be made for the © occasion. However, the wea- ther wag unsuitable for its construction. Those who wish a refund for money spent in the raffle, may secure it by calling Dina Kawatsky, sec- retary of the Salmo Cel- ebrations Society, at Salmo Village Hall up to May 15. The annual general ‘meeting of Salmo Celebra-* tions Society will be held in Salmo Secondary School this Wednesday. CASTLEGAR NEWS, Cominco's ’ first quarter Unaudited consolidated net earnings for Cominco's three-month period “ended March 31, 1980 were $60.1 million or $3.40 per common share compared with $38.7 million or $2.17 per common share for the firat quarter of 1979. Sales were $333 million compared with $277 million last year. fs Earnings were substan- tlally higher than those for the first quarter of 1979, largely the result of the im- provement in metal prices. Sales volumes of refined lead, refined zine and zine con- centrates were slightly lower than last year, although at higher prices. Sales of lead concentrates were close to: 1979 levels. High silver prices pre- vailed during the quarter. re-. sulting in significantly im-. proved earnings from silver than those of the first quar- ter last year, ~ There was a marked down-turn in gold and silver prices beginning in late Jan- uary and this was followed by a softening in base’ metal prices in March. The outlook for gold’ and silver is ex- pected to be firm, but the outlook for the base metal market is unclear. The outlook for ferti- lizers and potash is for strong demand in both domestic and export markets at improved prices over 1979. To date, because of. weather, sales of chemical and fertilizer ‘prod- ucts and potash are below last year. Production for the quar- ter was higher than last year. REALTY _ FOR SALE BY FEDERAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BANK “Commercial building (5,880 sq. ft. opprox., 2 floors) in downtown Grand Forks. 2 retail stores on main floor (1,400 sq. ft. each), 3 apartmants on upper floor. Lot 30° x 110’, woodframe construction stucco finish, natural zoned Cl commercial intensive - concrete floor - gas heat, April 30, 1980 B3 PUBLISHER The Castlegar News and the Mid-Week Mirror are both published by Castle News Lid. Mall subscription rate to the Costlegar News is $20 per year. 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