REMAINS of.a plenic table, ‘removed from Kinsmen Park, are shown here belng picked up by city workman Armando Rego. It was first thought the table had been wilfully broken but police reports stated a plenic table was struck In the Intersection of Main Street September 28, 1978 when vandals and Second ‘Avenue North, by a 1970 Chevy truck. Driver of the truck, Gordon E. uninjured but the vehicle sustained estimated $400 damage. Vandals also made a small fire In one of the dugouts in the ball area.—CasNewsFoto by Lois Hughes . Giles, was Local Children Benefit Children Benefit EE EC) 7M AD ‘SUNFLOWER PETE'S, Quote of the Week VS ZS. “If we tived long! enough to see the results of our actions it may be that those who call themselves good would be sickened by a dull remorse, and those whom the world calls evil stirred by a noble Joy.’* —Oscar Wilde) Co-op Ratio Ratio An Alternative Custlegar should have ac: cess to Vancouver Co-operative Radio as an alternative to U.S, produced programming, the eily’s health and welfare com- mittce chairman said Tuesday, Ald. Bud Godderis, refer- ring to an application by Micro- wave Cable Ltd, to the Cana: dian Radio-television and Tele- communications Commission for permission to pick up reception of several U.S. radio New Constable Arrives Here New RCMP Constable {or stations possible in the arca, told couneil reception of the community-run station's broad- « casts would be: preferable to “second-hand, if ‘not direct, Ameriean programming,”, Godderis, who directed city staff to send the cable company a letter inquiring about the possibility of offering Co-op Radio as an alternative to a U.S. station, said the Van- uver stution is “completely Canadian in content and uni- que” and the CRTC should support the suggestion because it is “very committed to Cana- dian-produeed programming.” the Castlegar d Cst. Rick Ferguson. He and ni wife, Janice, are originally of Kitchener, Ont. This is Ferguson's first posting. He replaces Cst. D. R. Goddard who is now with the Nelson detachment. ‘The United Way and Children’s Hospital | Care and concern for the ‘sick and handicapped child are + the reasons for Children's Hos- + pital. ¢ IMness can be a traumatic ‘experience for a child, but it can ‘be lessened in an environment geared to one’s special needs tand peopled by those who funderstand these special needs. : Children’s Hospital at 250 West 59th Ave., Vancouver, is ‘such a place. Children's Hospital is a Fesource centre of pediatric éxpertise affected by the needs of the community of British Columbia. It is not only involved in the treating and managing of routine pediatric problems, but provides highly specialized care for the more serious pediatric disorders, The funds received by ‘Children's Hospital from the United Appeal are used in Support of child care programs and services which are not funded by the provincial gov- ernment, ~ During 1977, Children's Hospital admitted to its wards 34 children from Castlegar and Surrounding areas and cared for 17 youngsters from the West Kootenay Health Unit on an outpatient basis at its Diag- nostic Centre. Many more patients from this same area were seen during the year at one of the I's 31 ambulatory care day care or emergency. S_ MERCURY 145 Comet adr gine VB auto PS vinyl! rool sharp 1975 M Coupe - VB aulo ‘ PB radials A bargain al Szey5 1974 Chev Impala 4 de sporls sedan 350 V8. auto PS PB. vinyl tool new paint. ult steering Action pice $3495 WW72 Lemans StasWag V8 AutoP S PB GM Cour tesy car to Nancy Green in her 1972 Olympic Champ ronship $2195 1972) Toro Sports Coupe - 2dr HT v8 auio. PS PB power windows. one owner $1895 1971 GTO sto tres tung well 1471 Toyota Stay Wag nuns $799 “4976 Pontiac d-dr HT Veaula PS PB $1095 P70 Food debe Vids Sed= i sO. ca 31096 ded Prymaih a ae nvoy mechane Phone 442.2724 Among “the many impor- lant services and programs which depend on public interest and support for funding is the Metabolic Sercening Program. ‘The purp of this program is to sereen the newborn for the presence of an inborn error of the metabolism, It is po deteet such children by ing the urine. The Children’s Uospital Metabolie Sercening Program is now in operation in 98 in British Columbia, includi g Castlegar and Dis- dal mothers * that treatment can be it and damage prevented. The Dental Program at Children’s Hospital provides a free dental service to children whose parents cannot afford to pay for dental care. In 1977, 3,875 children received treat- ment through this program. Approximately 53 dentists pro- vide the service free to the children on the program. United Appeal grants are also used in support of the Milk Bank at the hos- pital. The hospital supplies brea milk to all infants re- FEATURE OF THE WEEK 1975 Comet 4-dr. Sedan * 352. VB auto & + Viny! Roof + 40.000 miles * Deluxe Interior * Detuxe Exterior * Reduced $200 to $3395 1968 Chev Impala 4 dr. ht V8 aulo. P 5. P.B. Achon price Sous 1966 Meteor. lransngtt tion + $399 1964 Pontiac a OO v"Reduced S200 to $1795 USED TRUCKS 1977 Chev Short-Box axa +350 V8. 4-spd .P.S..PB. radio. sunroof -- $6795 $977 Dodge Tradesman Van - 318-V8, auto,. P'S PB $4995 1976 Econoline Nati a5 V6 auto Beachcomber * wniaitol + Reduced $500 to $6995 transpor 1476 Ford st 44g tur Couner PU a cyl tla tata 32 000 miles Bria clean §2.995 1970 Datsun PU with can. opy - 1600 ce engine Jespd 1 good shape - (1977) LT CHILOREN'S HOSPITAL, during whieh iin Cc 1977 34 children’ from here is United Wey’ reaburel Marjorie surrounding area were admitted to its on recelved a grant on Wednesday of last week from Castlegar District United Way. Shown quiring this service to hospitals across the province. The breast milk is donated to Children’s Hospital by breast-feeding mothers who have more milk than their own infants need. The milk is pasteurized and frozen until ready to use. This service has helped many young infants and premature babies throughout British Col- umbia who could not tolerate anything other than breast milk. Many of these babies would not have survived with- out this service. For medical reasons, many people, especially children, re- quire ary treatment with specialized products, These pro- . ducts are often very exclusive and difficult to locate. The Children’s Hospital Specialized Product Distribution Centre (S.P.D.C,) has been initiated to help solve this problem. The S.P.D.C. program, which is funded by United Malre Shaw. Appeal grants, locates sup- pliers of the specialized pro- ducts, purchases bulk amounts for patients, stores, distributes and sells the items needed al cost price to patients, —CasNewsFoto by Lols Hughes Youngsters with metabolic disorders, tems, alle s and. other’ medical cob ms have been helped through (his Children’s Hospital service. Voice of the People / Neighbors Save Home . Editor, Castlegar News: Many thanks to the kind neighbors ‘and. friends who fought fire at my neighbor's home on Sept. 23 and saved my home from also going up in flames. Unfortunately, (although there were no casualties this time) my neighbor was. still unfortunately left homeless. Please note that a large group of -teenagers willingly gave their assistance at the time. How many fires before we make that Robson Fire Depart- ment a reality my friends?! How about doing some- thing about your. fire pratec- tion: Atlend the mecting to- night at 7:30 at the Robson Hall. Thanking you one and all. Lynne Chatten Robson, B.C. ,000 chaque to ~ Children’s Hospital Pubile alatlone director dl First Choice Piles Up Savings For You! SS (te (im 78 Pine St. BE baptone Interior Paint © Latex Semi Gloss iy a $985 - / © Interior Latex Sealer. © Interior Flat Latex gal $965 Ny, gal. $805 s4 Light Fixtures... We also have a good selection of Lamps, Lamp Shades, and Wallpaper Contractor eras Invited Make your first choice at . First Choice Decorating & Lighting 95” Off ie CHARGE og 965-2633 ong BIRTHS CREIGHTON — To Pat and Cathy Creighton of 8. wuguat 31, 1978, a son. "WEATHER ___ Coleman Excavating Ltd. Is pleased to announce ‘the appointment of Craig Coleman as apartner inthe company. His added knowledge will bring Increased service to our customers. Call 365-5013 Carters Sewing Centre FRIDAY NIGHT Specials This Friday from 6-9 p.m. Selection of PRINTED NYLON SHEARS 115 cm. (45'") for bathroom and kitchen curtains Regular $42.80 Special at PRINTS and PLAINS 115 cm. (45°') Cotton and cotton/poly Buy now for bazaar items Friday Night Special .......0000 $1.00 metre Large Selection of BUTTONS and ZIPPERS Friday Night Special .......ssse. 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MONASHEE SPORTING GOODS & EQUIPMENT 1400 Columbia Ave. CASTLEGAR 365-3181 Mr. and Mrs. James Albin Hicks Wome: Institute Group Aids Infant ' President Bea Goetting of ‘thé Kinnaird Women's Insti- - tate, welcomed back members ‘dt last’ Wednesday's ‘meeting, . Ber a summer recess of two frbnths. 2S She told of how the Kin- fird W.1. financially assisted a ou le whose baby needed a Beart operation during the Spmmer. All were glad to hear ie: baby is progréssing favor- Bon On isplay were articles of aird's Institute entered in recent P.N.E. The local Indies received three second jons and one honorable thightion, Loan Cupboard convener Koehle reported that, in ory of his wife, Mr. George Birkey donated a new child's Witeelehair, a walker and an adjustable cane to the Loan Gppboard. 4+, Standing committee chair- rbd then reported as follows: Agficulture—herbs; citizen- to the Boundary Dam Project; Publicity—the work of beautify- ing and keeping clean Prince Edward Island (that the Spring- hill (P.E.L.) W.I. does} Household hints were given by Mildred Brady, while Helen Bonacci praised the wonderful record Cheryl Kris- tiansen made in the Canada ~ Games 10h she, Physically Han. dicapped. All were urged to attend the coming District W.I. Work- shop to be held in Robson next Wednesday. The competitions will be: (1) sewing—boy's shirts to be sent away to the Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, and the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Victoria; (2) baking competition of cinnamon buns, Roll call in October will be unwrapped Christmas gifts to be donated in December to Raspberry Lodge. Hostess E. Sherbiko and I. Shelfontink served delicious ship and field trip Our readers are in- vited. to “express their views freely in letters to the editor, All tatters dis- cussing timely issues will be published provided they are within the laws of libel. ‘Although noms de Plume may be used when necessary, letters should be short and carry the name_and address of the writer. The editor retains the privilege to edit letters | for brevity, style, legality and taste. Address your letter. to: The Castlegar News, Drawer 3007, Cas- tlegar, B.C. VIN 3H4 Hostess prize was won by Helen Bonacci. Next meeting is to be in Kinnaird Elementary School on Oct. 18 when hostesses will be E. Wilson and Mary Anne Vigue. Yellow daisies, baby's breath and sunshine graced the lakeside garden of the bride's parents, Walter and Margue- rite Thring, as they gave their daughter, Shelley Marion in marriage to James Albin, eld- est son of Jim and Evelyn.: Hicks, both families of New Denver. Mrs. Haze) Steenhoff play- ed the traditional march, as the bride was given in marriage by her parents, Reverend James Wilson of Nelson officiated. For the ceremony, the bride chose a long flounced gown of white eyelet cottdn with a high neck trimmed in lace, the lace-trimmed bodice featuring a row of. buttons down the front. The sleeves were full, gathering in wide bands at the wrist and fastened with rows of buttons. For her “something old" the bride wore a cameo brooch at the neck and her tiny gold stud earrings were a gift from - the groom. In her hair, she wore clusters of daisies and baby's breath, and carried a bouquet of yellow and white daisies and yellow sweetheart roses. The maid of honor was the bride's sister, Leslie Musil of New Denver. Bridesmaids in- cluded Mrs, Jill Thring, sister- in-law of the bride of Logan. Lake, and Linda DaCosta of Abbotsford, Nan Cohen of South Slocan and Chris Ander- son of Creston—all close friends of the bride, Flower girls were the bride’s nieces, Tracy Musil and Tricia Musil. The attendants wore sun- dresses, alternating in yellow and white flowered eyelet. The Ylower girls also wore sun- dresses, alternating in yellow and white flowered eyelet. All wore white daisies and baby's breath in their hair, and carried brown wicker baskets of baby's breath, yellow, white and bronze daisies. The bride’s brother, Doug Thring, accompanied himself on the guitar and sang “Your Son” and “Yes I Can" during ‘the. signing of the register. Upon the presentation of the newly- weds to the ,gathering, Mr. Thring sang “Beginnings.” Mr. Duffy Turner of New Denver was best man, with the ushers, Gordie, Brad, Laurié,)_ and Todd Hicks—all brothers of4 the groom—attired in three- Piece suits with yellow-tinted carnation boutonniers, For her daughter's wed- ding, the bride’s mother wore a flowered gown with sheer beige overlay and matching cape. The Castlegar Rebels 1978 -79 Season Tickets ON SALE NOW atthe Regional Recreation Office Arena Complex 439- 6th Ave., S. Important Notice To Mobile Home . Buyers The Minister of Housing, the Honourable Mr. Hugh Curtis for the province of British Columbua, has an- Nounced a program where- by if you qualify, you could be eligible for a 2nd mort- gage of up to $5,000.00 at a tow Interest rate. This could be your required down : payment for your mobile home: For further Information, see Northwest Mobile Homes Limited 9408., No. 3 Highway - Castlegar, B.C. 385-7365 DL Lic. #01017A Castlegar 60 Pine St. Spectacular Year-End Clearance! Dinette Suites, Bedroom & Living Room Suites All at exceptional savings Furniture Village 365-2101 wedding . bridegroom's mother wore a long soft pink gown with matching sheer cape and a corsage of white mums, Yellow and white stream- ers, hearts, bells and white doves adorned the Bosun Hall in New Denver, the scone of the reception, Attending to the guestbook was Alida Nesmith of Trail, cousin of the bride. The bride’s brother, Doug, Thring was master .of cere- monies. The blessing was asked by the bride’s grandmother, Mrs. Hazel Campbell of New Denver. Following the dinner, Mr. Tom Steenhoff, a longtime family friend, was called upon to give the toast to the bride, suitably replied to by the groom, Mr. Ken Gordon, also a longtime friend of both families, gave the toast to the parents, replied to by Mr. Walt Thring and Mr, Jim Hicks, Toast to the bridesmaids was given by Mr. Bill Hicks, uncle of the groom and replied to by the best man The master of ceremonies introduced the grandparents of the groom, Mr. and Mrs, Bill Bolling of Silverton, and Mr. and Mrs, W. Hicks of Stocan and the bride's grandmother, Mrs. Hazel Campbell. A party followed with many friends and relatives in attendance from many points in B.C. including Trail, Burton, Logan Lake, White Rock, Slo- can, Burnaby, Princeton and the; New Denver- Silverton A Castlegar resident, Steve Jankola, is one of 38 CASTLEGAR NEWS, Thursday, September 28, 1978 Ex-RCAF Reunion Editor, Castlegar News: The Year of the Iroquois will be the theme of this year's RCAF WWII Squadrons Re- union, to be held at the Royal York Hotel, Toronto, on Oct. 28, The theme honors 431 Iroquois Squadron, RCAF WWIL Over 300. members are expected from Canada, the United States, the United King- dom and as far away as Australia, as WWII Squadrons (which includes all ranks and trades), gather for the annual get-together to rekindle old friendships, refight old battles and remember old departed er their honey trip down the Oregon coast, the bride chose a sundress of pale pink eyelet. The couple will make their home in New Denver. Library to Feature Family-Theme Display Mormon Release For the next couple of weeks, the library's Kinnaird branch will be having a display on families, put on by the Church of Jesus Christ of. Latter-day Saints (Mormons). Because Mormons believe that families can be together forever, they are sharing a program that has helped not only them, but many others that have tried it. Designed for all faiths throughout the world, the program is known as “Family Home Evening” and is meant to help keep love and unity in the family, Posters and free pamphlets. will be available to explain how the program works. So, if you | really love your family, stop and look it over, because you have everything lo gain and nothing to lose. who will be praia tonight, for 40 years of service with the company. Jankola, along with his-37 fellow employees, will be a guest at this year’s Gold Medal Awards-dinner at the Tadanac Community Hall in Trail, and will receive an engraved gold medal recognizing his 40 years of service, and a personal gift from the company. Reunion organizer George T. Sutherland, is’ anxious to hear from any ex-airforce types currently “missing on civvy street," who would like to participate. He can be con- tacted by mail at 30 Edith Drive, Suite 1201, Toronto, Ont. M4R 1Y8, i George T. Sutherland Toronto, Ont. Als Pot A ATTENTION: Builders of New Homes! We have added Centra-Flo — bullt- in vacuum cleaning, to. our regular i services, that of Plumbing (water, sewer, Aud} septic and flald tanks) & Heating. 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