torture al CASTLEGAR NEWS, July 6, 1983 COLOMBO (REUTER) — the Way Sri Lanka's government, de- nied today allegations by the da ve 3 0 0 human rights organization be that Sri Lanka denies legations 78 people since 1977. Among , those killed were 37 police officers and services per- sonnel, nine politicians, 13 police and 14 civi- pollteal suspects in the coun- try were tortured. The government also re- jected accusations that ar- rests were made indiscrim- inately by large contingents of army and police under the Prevention of Terrorism Act and that detainees were kept in poor physical conditions. It was replying to an Am- nesty International report released in London on Tues- day on alleged human rights violations by security forces in the northern part of the country. The .government _ state- ment said: “It is a matter for regret that A Interna- lians, the statement said. Referring to torture alle- gations, it said: “The gov- ernment wishes to issue an emphatic denial . . . Both the law and the procedures adopted for detention are de- signed to ensure that a per- son arrested is not tortured.” Amnesty International said it had received evidence [i that some prisoners were beaten with metal bars, had needles under their nails or were hung upside down from hooks. Replying to charges of keeping detainees under poor physical conditions, the gov- said: tional has chosen to lightly dismiss, or even completely ignore, the terrorist acti- vities indulged in by the terrorist groups, and which led to the enactment of the Prevention of Terrorism Act.” It said an outlawed guer- rilla movement fighting for a separate state for minority Tamils in the north had killed Save $3 on our bestselling sportshirt 100% rayon in an assortment of fashion colors. PJ collar, one chest pocket. Cool comfort for summer. Sizes S, M, L. Our reg. 12.99 z soe 9.99 317, Trail (Second) Budsons Bay Company Cedar Ave., Trail, B.C. A fire on Sahistrom Road “They have been detained in the army barracks and re- | ceived the same food as is supplied to army personnel. They are allowed to exercise themselves for a hour daily. It is not the practice to chain any person under arrest.” Britain increases defence LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher's government un- veiled a defence blueprint to- day that calls for a 18.4-per- cent’* “herease in cuore 1B ane ed a half- ton truck and a garage, Castlegar RCMP report. The fire broke out on the Trusz property and the dam- age estimate is between $10,000 and $16,000. Investi- gation continues. In other police news, RCMP report “a fairly busy” holiday weekend although there were no serious inci- dents of theft or motor ve- CRANE = = = i=) > ~< i=) = = wi — i) re = > = a c = [=] = = — wn Toilets White Standard. 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Some bers of the public thata house or trailer could be located on or near the island so that: a caretaker could keep an eye on the island, which has often been the victim of vandalism. Gilbert Zuckerberg, son of the late Alexander, also at- Zuckerberg said he “more or less looked after the. island” after his father died in 1961 until the city took it over. “I just, you might say, love the place,” Zuckerberg said. During the meeting, Zuckerberg presented the city with a mask carved by his father in his own likeness. As well, Zuckerberg donated a number of artifacts marking the beginning of the museum/study centre that may some day. be housed on the island. The artifacts included a handmade transit used for surveying, a wrench Zuckerberg made while he was an engineering student in Russia and a sculpture of a reclining tended the meeting. nude Zuckerberg carved in pink marble that he brought from New Denver. Princeion CUPE workers strike PRINCETON (CP) — The Canadian Union. of Public Employees, locked in a dis- pute with the Okanagan Labor Mainlii emeos, Oliver. and Osoyoos. “We couldn't hold Prince- ton in any more,” said Jim Kelly, an association national “It seems Association, says it won't strike in the larger centres of Kelowna and Penticton until the tourist season is:over. But the municipal workers went on strike in this smaller Union employees also served strike notice in Ker- HIGHWAY continued from front poge way from Deer Park and sa: from Fauquier only about 17 km that will have to be con- tructed from scratch. However, he admits that some of the route will be tough going. “It's solid rock,” Evin says. “You have to drill and blast. But it’s feasible.” The that Princeton is the only one where they're really mad at the employer on a local basis, “The employer has been pera evil there.” “So far everything seoms to be under control.” But she said that despite the fact that the collective agreement expired at the end of last year and there have been no talks since May, the workers are not legally en- titled to go on strike. STRIKE ILLEGAL “The strike is illegal as the mediator hasn't booked out,” said Henson. Kelley said the employer is asking for several clauses in the contract 'to be rescinded,’ dealing with grievance pro- cedures and job security. A wage settlement would fall under the Compensation Park and continue on,” Evin v3. : He said the Deer Park road should be upgraded to high- way standard. As well, Evin said that ina March 21 letter Fraser agreed with him that a “new route would be a great stim- ulant.” ted a 3.75 km_ gravel road from Syringa to Deer Park and “now we want to upgrade that road to Deer Fraser also said that it is government policy to concentrate on improving existing routes rather than building new. ones. But Evin says the new road would “open the doors to recovery.” In his letter to Fraser, Evin said Castlegar residents need a more direct route to the Okanagan, Rev- elstoke and Kamloops. As well, he said the new route would provide better access to the Lower Arrow Lakes. The new road also would mean cheaper freight rates and increase tourism in the area, Evin added. {A premium thaction bia exceltent {Degen soit fsil-ceening M/S treed devign lor onal be in $0, 60 and 70 vers meen The adsl 1/A*50 ines our widen parletmance ne fis bu tow to The Radial T/A: pevlormance, ind eacellent ead milese prtich asa South Castlegar (Neat Central Food, OPEN SIX DAYS A WEEK ey Stabilization Program and is therefore not an issue, he said. He said a union meeting Thursday will decidewhen the other three centres — which together have about 80 municipal workers — will go on strike. “If we take a strike vote, we mean business,” said Kelly. “Something ‘Is ‘probab- ly going to happen in those municipalities very quickly.” He said a strike by 500 CUPE workers in Penticton and Kelowna would invali- date a $20,000 union tourism promotion campaign. “We've got a commitment. to the public not to strike — at least not during tourist season,” said Kelly. In Quesnel last month 69 CUPE workers signed a one- year contract which included a wage increase of five per cent. Wichert service Thursday Michael Ronald Wichert of Castlegar passed away Sun- day, July 3 at the age of 21 years, Funeral services for the late Michael Wichert will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. at the Castlegar Funeral Chapel with Rev. Harvey Self offi- _ Clating with interment in Park Memorial Cemetery. Michael Wichert was born Dec. 18, 1961 at Lynn Lake, Man. and came to Castlegar with his parents at the age of four. He attended Kinnaird Elementary, Kinnaird Junior Secondary Schoo) and grad- uated from Stanley Hum- Phries Secondary School. He attended Selkirk College and was a member of the volley- ball team. He was currently attend- ing the University of Idaho where he was a member of the golf team and captain of the University of Idaho bowl- ing team. He was a member of the Delta Sigma Phi fraternity. He was also active in and played in both the minor hockey and minor baseball leagues in Castlegar in his younger years, While attend- ing the University of Idaho he was on the Dean's List. Michael is survived by his Parents, Gerry and Edith Wichert of Castlegar and one sister, Shelley Gabriele Wichert of Castlegar. Funeral arrangements un- der the direction of the legar Funeral Chapel. SUNFEST PROMOTION « . « Castlegar Chamber of Commerce frepresentative Larry Bosse, Ald. Bob and Ch MW Linda Green Street talk THE ABBREVIATED VERSION of SunFest 83 promises to be jam-packed with a variety of acfivities — including a few new events guaranteed to titillate the competitive spirit of area residents. The three-days of festivities — shortened from the nine-day celebration held last year — will get underway Friday, July 15 with a yard beautification contest, senior citizens picnic, children’s activities, softball tournament and a beer garden. That same day eight young women will vie for the Miss Castlegar title at Stanley Humphries Secondary school. The following two days will see the traditional pancake breakfasts, parade, family fun run, bed race and beer gardens. But new events such as the SunFest ‘83 Dart Tournament should add a special flavor to the festivities. Sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion, the dart tourney will take place Saturday and Sunday and will be located at Kinnaird Park. Registration should have been completed by last Monday, July 6. "Another first for SunFest 83 will be the Firemen’s Competition sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary to Robson Volunteer Fire Department and Labatts, The event will be held at Pass Creek Park and participants will join in beer barrel, hose lay, hose reel lay and bucket brigade competitions. Firemen and Powder Puff" teams from the Kootenay area will put their fire- fighting skills to the test in this event. . Challenge Cup and participats will have the opportunity to get their competitive juices flowing. Teams of four adults will compete in this relay race. Each team will Sunday marks the, beginning, of ..tl the, ‘SunFest, display the SunFest 83 brochures that will be used to p the J event p d for July 15- 17. CotewsPhoto consist of one cyclist, two canoeists and a runner. The action will begin at Kinnaird Park at 8:80/a.m. and end at the Pass Creek Park at noon in time for the Kiwanis Beer Garden. Meanwhile, local youths will get a euanes to join in the fun with their own “Youth on Wheels Car Rally,” sponsored by the Castlegar Community Services. The competition will include a pit crew event, three legged Chinese fire drill and a backwards race. It ve be held at the Community Complex starting at 1 p. For those who enjoy a bit of lively dheckre, the Bogus Towne Players will present four original ethnic fairy tales at Pass Creek Park. 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