PET PROJECT of the Cestleger Citizen Band Radio Club received a $1,351.92 boost Saturday evening at the club‘s first fall meeting when three cheques were presented to the Kootenay Society left to right, club president Ken Randall receiving th |. Shown here are, for Gypsy). The two-year-old club, which has a 133 membership, also natin S. ~ + found sighing a scraybuok con: Wis a kag 1 ney PRIMUS tase ‘eure given tos Kootenay + Soelety for the Handicapped. The cheques represent profits from last June's CB Break which wan attended by over 400 persons. The money was ralsed through bingo, a beer garden and a lottery. A bowling “fun night” is planned by the local club on Oct. 2 and is open to all CBers though a limited amount of tickets are available. —Leo Sommers Photo Surprise Party Marks Wedding Anniversary A surprise party marking the 25th wedding anniversary . of Mr, and Mrs, Denny Hughes of Castlegar was held Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Horswill with over 40 persons attending, Included in the guests were Mr. Hughes’ sister, Mrs, Phyllis O'Neill, her son-in-law - and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Dave Hodson and children Eric and Debbie, all of Penticton, and Mrs. Hughes’ brothers and sisters-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Vanderburgh of Grand Forks and Mr, and Mrs, Bob Vander- burgh of Oliver. ‘The evening waa planned by the couple's four children, Tom, Kay, Dennis and Rhonda, Upon their arrival guests were taining the cards, clippings and personal notes kept by the bride on pre-wedding activities 25 years ago, Also on display was the bridal gown which had been made by the bride's mother. The honored couple were presented with many beautiful gifts, Displayed on a specially decorated cake was an orna- Readers Respond to Sorokin Interview Two weeks ago, the Castle- gar News carried a report of an interview with Stephan Soro- kin, the spiritual leader of the Sons of Freedom religious sect. The interview had been con- ducted by Betty Makortoff of the Grand Forks Gazette, and was first carried in that news- paper. The interview raised con- siderable controversy in the Grand Forks area, and resulted in several letters to the editor of The Gazette, which are re- . printed cae ue Dear Sir. Please allow me via your column to express a few words pertaining to the contents of “story by Betty Makortoff” in your Gazette issue of Sept. 1. In searching for truth, I wovu'd like to suggest, with all due respect to her outstanding journalism and photography, that some of the supposed facts she relies on, do warrant more r For instance, in Mr. Soro- kin’s statement that “fortu- nately no one was’ injured or killed” by the bombing and burning of the Sons of Free- dom. I would like to remind them, that both fatal and serious injuries were received by several people. In addition property | damage and destruction—tre- mendous costs for both citizens and the government—the con- stant unrest and terror denying people peace of both mind and body—are these not to be con- sidered injuries? And how about the stigma so many of law-abiding, in- NOTICE, BELAIR BARBERSHOP will be closed from 25th of September to October 12, Thank You nocent Doukhobors have to carry because of the criminal and fanatical activities of the Sone 9 of Freedom: If what Mr, nSorokin stated to her about their new realiza- tions and desire to achieve Across from the Castle T! PTEMBER SPECIAL peace and harmony at last, and their promise to build a chris- tian life, if all of this is really true then I for one am delighted and give them my whole- hearted congratulations, Such a venture is not an impossible task, for peace and harmony and to live according tothe teachings of Jesus Christ is attainable for all mankind, if man but chooses to pursue it. There are many dedicated citizens, as well as has received many well-deserv- ed compliments from its read- ers as well as numerous awards, The issue of Sept. 1 was an outstanding example of the high quality attained by the Gazette, especially in recent months. Inaddition to the thorough coverage of news, sports, and community events and the popular editorial and column writing of Mr. Orris, a signifi- cant to the ‘in- fanaticism, outbursts of vio- lence, and other erratic be- haviour? What of the Hterally mil- lions of dollars of destroyed property both public and pri- vate, the burnt-out homes of innocent bystanders? (Remem- ber, the arsonists didn't always restrict themselves to burning their own homes.) How about the emotional and social strain, as well as actual expense, of hour watches on and the government, who have worked hard to resolye the un- rest and the terrorist problem and who have anticipated the fulfillment of such a promise. Especially those too who have suffered constantly from their fanatical escapades. In this respect, peace among the Sons of Freedom would be the happiness and peace of many. But promises are often just empty words, and one'finds:it just a little hard sometimes to remain gullible, in view of past injury and bitter disappoint- ments, so therefore it would take several years of “peace and harmony” to gain for them, reliance and trust. = For as long as threats and acts of violence persist, as long as hate literature that stems regularly from among their midst, continues to fill our mailboxes and waste baskets, their effort shall remain questionable and our anticipa- tion bitter-sweet. Very hopefully, Betty's as- Ready-Made Drapes Bring in Your Window Measurements Now also handling Dove Furniture Castlegar Custom Upholstery pirations and her inspirations of the privileged afternoon will not be in vain. She is by no means alone in her search for truth and answers to problems of life and religion. There are others too who ponder and question, why? But in seeking for truth in life, one must not attempt to overlook the facts, nor to blind oneself to reality however severe. earnest and deeds still speak louder than words, and practice is the best teacher. Yours hope- fully for peace and brother- hood, Mrs. C.F, Plotnikoff * 8 e 7 Dear Sir: Over the years your paper heatre — Ph. 365-5636 ORDER NOW FOR FALL , AND NEXT SPRING ... \\ PEAT MOSS, .. cu. ft, $6.00 4m. ft. STEER MANURI 40 ib. bag. $2.00 Fall Bulbs are now available. along with Tropical Plants, Hanging Baskets and House Plants. © Flowering Shade Trees © Dwarf and Semi-Dwarf Fruit Trees Call Sam’s NOW! Flowers & Floral Arrangements for Weddings 15% Off Floral arrangements for funerals or any other spe- cial occasions are availab- te at this special Discount “NURSERY & FLORISTS | 1001 - 9th AVE. SOUTH PH, 365-7312 For life is real and life is_ terest value of the paper has been made by Betty Makortoff, with her heart-warming * stories, timely articles. and artistic photography. 3 We say the above in com- plete sincerity and also to better illustrate our-profound disappointment with the con- tent of the article on Stephen Sorokin obieh appeared in the past ism Tat particular article by “Mrs. Makortoff is a very mis- leading piece of journalism, especially for those who are not acquainted with ‘the topic in question. Mrs. Makortoff begins with the words: -“..I was driving down a road...when I came upon...” which seems to imply that her meeting was uurely accidental. Come on, BP Betty! It would have been much * more honest for you to admit that you have met with S.S. Sorokin on previous occasions, and that members of your im- mediate family are close fol- lowers of his. Then, at least, the Gazette readers would have been in a much better position to evaluate the rest of your article, But even then, unless they had previous sources of in- formation, they would still be very seriously misled. For example, the idea that “no one was injured or killed” as a result of the bombings and burnings of the Sons of Free- dom couldn't be farther from the truth. Surely, Mr. Sorokin and Betty could not have for- gotten about the teenaged boy who was torn apart by his own bomb; of his companion in the car who survived but was per- manently deafened by the blast; of another young man who was permanently blinded by his own bomb; of the woman who died of burns when gaso- line splashed on her, burst into flame during an episode of arson; of the young man who died in jail during a period of self-starvation? These are examples of physical injuries. What of the dozens of young lives marred by years of prison terms, the broken families, the periods in mental institutions, the psy-. chological damage to children raised in an atmosphere of WE GIVE You PLANE GOOD SERVICE AT THE LOWEST COST KOOTENAY BUILDERS 663 Columbia Ave, Phone 365-5155 numerous public and private buildings, for periods of many years? (Continued on Page 20A) © al and valuable tlons during the past year. The worksh ment of two doves with wed- ding rings in their beaks under an arch which had adorned the bride's original wedding cake, Mr. Hughes thanked the; many guests for having shared the happy. occasion with them, The couple then cut the , cake and served the guests, Safeway Talks Break Off Second Time Talks in the province-wide , * Safeway labor dispute ended Monday for the second time after nine days of mediation. + Clive McKes, reg. * 1.79 : This week .....4 oz. skein v 49 Crochet, Knitting, Macrame and embrold- ory classes will be given at the Store. . Phone 365-2318 0 Castleaird Plaza EPR ES TCS mediator, sald although agree~ if ment was reached in some areas, it was not sufficient for the ~parties to reach a set- tlement. No further talks are sched- uled. The “THE CORF OF THE CITY. OF CASTLEGAR PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE Is hereby given that pursuant to Section 295° qQ of the Municipal Act, the City of Castlegar will be Annual Tax Sele of lands for delin= Mr. McKee between Canada Safeway and the Retail, Whole- sale and Department Store Union started for the second time on Sept, 11. Mr. McKee withdrew from the dispute Sépt. 7 after ex- ploratory talks failed to resolve issues that closed 93 retail stores. A-key union demand in the dispute which has idled about 5,300 employees is for a clause allowing the right to strike over non-economic issues. The clause was contained in the previous contract but ruled illegal by the British Columbia Labor Rela- tions Board, Tennessee Aromatic Cedar Chests ¥ Every Bride’s dream Artistic Design. Superb Quality at 2 MIDVALLEY SHOPPING Slocan Park whe: SELKIRK WY COLLEGE WX: j DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IS AGAIN OFFERING THE POPULAR AND SUCCESSFUL SERIES OF WORKSHOPS : IN SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT. These well proven and carefully designed workshops were attended by 260 Best man was Mr. Jacques Dillen_of Ootichenia, anele, of the groom. Sharing ‘the ush- ering duties were Mr. Michael Killough and Mr. Joseph ‘Kil. lough, both of Castlegar. Master Kevin Killough of Castlegar was the ring bearer. ‘The reception was held on the beautiful and spacious lawn at the home of Gordon and June’ Read in Blueberry Creek. Friends and relatives provided BUSINESS PEOPLE with singing and music. An evening reception was also held in the Catholic Centre, where music, singing ‘THE DEPARTMENT OF .ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT recommends business management courses'as a means of improving management skills and capabilities. The fallowing courses are being offered In Castlegi by Selkirk College at’ Selkirk College Campus INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING. INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING BASIC QUANTITATIVE METHODS MARKETING PRINCIPLES & PLANNING SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION BUSINESS & ECONOMICS OF THE FIRM COMPUTER CONCEPTS PERSONNEL FOR MANAGERS FINANCIAL ANALYSIS "PURCHASING MANAGEMENT | BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS PROBLEM SOLVING IN BUSINESS HUMAN RELATIONS iN ORGANIZATION SUPERVISORY. MANAGEMENT “For course starting dates and further: information, ‘please. phone the Depart- ment of Business Administration, Selkirk College, at 365-7292. | fhe: DEPARTMENT OF rr 70117, 700 700 West Geoie Street, fancouvel, B.C.V7¥ was enjoyed by all. ~The bride's mother was beautifully attired in a multi- colored . three-tier, _fulllength gown with shirred Empire -waist and delicately neckline. Red, yellow and white roses completed her ensemble. The groom's aunt chose a delicately gathered three-tier, fullJength gown, with a square- necked lace bodice, in soft pastel shades. Her corsage was - of yellow and white roses. The bride's table was at- tractively’ decorated” with flowers, crystal candle holders and pastel green tulle dotted with small bouquets of flowers. The cake, which was made by the bride’s mother and sister’ and decorated by Lois Skublin, was topped with a cherub New in Town? You'll find a friend where you see this sign. ‘ Information Calf 1365-5638. or, 365-5542. ott anti-inflation program is nearly one. Vages vs prices. be added or subtracted depending on whether a . group had kept up with or fallen behind cost of year o| program was announced last October 4 cna the Anti-Inflation Act was passed by. Parliament in December. The goal was to create @ fair and stable economic climate for all of us. Guidelines were established.for the conte of Prices, profits, incomes, dividends and professional fees. The federal govemment — - established a policy of spending restraint. The provinces are supporting ‘the program and are applying guidelines in areas of provincial concem such as rents. living increases before the program began. More than half of the ac and sett! reported to the Anti-Inflation Board have been within these arithmetic guidelines. A gradual downward trend in wage increases has started and it should continue as more Canadians realize that because of declining inflation, settling for less won't hurt them. The real gains The target of the first year of the anti-inflation pi before program was to bring inflation down from a rate of 10.8% to 8% or less. This goal is going to be reached. Sill, mony Canadians are concerned about rising prices and may feel in fact that prices are rising faster than their family incomes. For most of us, this is not the case. The facts prove that since the start of the program most of us are better off than we were ” salaries, on average, are keeping ahead of prices. Since the start of the anti-inflation program, the average Canadian has actually improved his or her buying power This is because lower wage increases Glong with lower price increases have resulted in a gain in real incomes..The real gain is worked out by taking the actual increase in eamings and subtracting from it the effects of higher consumer prices. Real ii incomes are proba- bly the best measure of how we're doing, of how we can manage to pay our bills at home. By this spring; real incomes were up 3.6% over last year Prices Last year, sudden and frightening price increases were happening all too often. By October, 1975, Canadians had experienced 20 months of inflation of 10% or more. No one could be sure how for the dollar eamed one day ‘would stretch the next, The anti-inflation : price increases have to program was brought in to contro! the rise in. Prices, giving Canadians a better chance to Plan and live within their family budgets, Price increases have slowed down. By August, the annual rate of increase in the Consumer Price Index had dropped to 6.2%. Although some expected this month and next, the 8% target will surely be met _ Wages Controls on both prices and incomes ore part of the reason why the inflation rate is dropping. The co-operation and hard work of The anti-inflation program has also helped to restrain increases in wages, salaries and other incomes. The Guidelines on compensation allow for a basic increase of 8%, plus 2% as a share . of national- ‘productivity sort Another 2% can most Canadians is the rest of the story. We will soon be moving into the second year of the program, with a goal of lowering the inflation rate to 6% or less. Working ee we can reach this target too.