CASTLEGAR Nee Thursday, May 25, 1978 Local Kruncher Wins . Honors. at Convention A Castlegar. woman lost the most pounds in B.C. in her category to win an award at a recent convention of the Cana- dian Calorie Counters, held in Vancouver. Marilyn Johnstone of the ‘Kootenay Karrot Krunchers, won the award for being B.C.'s : best loser at the three-day-meet held in the Sheraton Landmark : Hotel the weekend of April 27. * Seven members from the local branch of the diet club also ; attended the meet. Local awards were pre- : sented in March by the Karrot Krunchers’ club, Prizes in- eluded ribbons, corsages, charm bracelets and charms for the winners, On April 6, the club held an open house, with speaker Dr. Manders presenting a talk on obesity, Slide presentations have been shown lo members on general nutrition and health. The club extends an open invitation to anyone who may wish to join. The Kootenay Karrot Krunchers meet every Thursday evening in the Ro- tary Health Centre. Disconnect the spark plug of your machine, before you clear a clog or scrape it clean! John Deeve Salely Saeey Supporters Mark a Year of Local Activity Remedy for Everything From Warts to Whoop Some say it looks like a naked woman. The Russians are growing a lot of it and no one seems to know why. In tho minds of many, it's good for everything from warts to whooping cough—the great- est, thing since the invention of shoe laces and Transcendental Meditation. And it’s expensive—up to $100 a pound. It’s a wild ginseng root, recently classified as an en- dangered species. As a cash crop, the root must be nurtured in the shade, often under sheds. The Womanly Art of Breastfeedina i Celebrations at the home : of Dr. Ron Perrier and his wife : Rita marked the first anni- » versary of a group formed by + mothers from Trail, Warfield, : Fruitvale, Genelle and Castle- : : gar to promote breastfeeding. < A year ago eight mothers 1 met in Vicki Lambert's home in : Genelle and under her leader- : ship formed the local La Leche + League. Today there are two S leaders, Vicki Lambert and > Susan Froh, and approximately : 30 mothers and their babies in + attendance, “We offer support and : encouragement for women who : breastfeed,”. Vicki says of the ; league. The name La Leche Lea- : gue was taken from a poetic : Spanish title for the Madonna: Nuestra Senora de la Leche y Buen Parto (“Our Lady of Bountiful Milk and Easy De- livery"). In her book Nursing Your Baby, recommended reading by ; the League, Karen Pryor _ writes that the league is “a sort : of AA for breastfeeding moth- : ers." I began in 1956 at a picnic : in Franklin Park, Chicago when + two successful nursing mothers ‘began talking with other moth- : ersat the picnic about attempts : and failures to breastfeed. . Seven nursing mothers + made up the original board of > La Leche League. They started - out by reading all they could find about lactation, and by discussing breastfeeding with ~ interested doctors, Then, arm- ed with facts and the experi- ence of nursing their own babies, they held a series of four meetings for those friends of theirs who were expecting babies. These four topics are still relevant and discussed in Castlegar every third Thursday of the month: the advantages of breastfeeding; the art of breastfeeding and overcoming difficulties; childbirth, the fam- ily and the breastfed baby; and nutrition and weaning. La Leche League began at a time when odds against its success were immense. Babies were regarded as objects to be bathed, diapered; fed and dumped into a crib with a bottle. Fashion-conscious atti- tudes to nursing were negative ("What a hassle”) or derisive (“How primitive") or amused ("How quaint") or misinformed (“Formula's _better-balanced”) or vain (“ruins the figure") or, just fearful (“I'll be a flop"), writes June Engel in her article “Mother and Child Reunion,” ‘published in Weekend Maga- zine on Mother's Day weekend. The mere decision to nurse doesn’t ensure success. For all its apparent simplicity, breast- feeding is an art, the article says. It was to help solve these problems that “The Womanly Art of -Breastfeeding” was written, reads the preface in the league manual. “This is a simple story about a simple, normal fune- tion. Mothers have happily ‘nursed their babies since the time of Eve. Breastfeeding is a natural and unique system of supply and demand which best serves mother and _ baby. Breastfeeding has not become complicated; only our attitudes toward it have created prob- lems,” it says. Critics still condemn the Jeague as an archaic bunch of fanatics, weird baby-spoilers who suckle beyond the bounds of decency, or anti-libbers who try to make non-nursers feel guilty," says Engel-in the Weekend article. According to Engel,, valid information was, and still is, hard to get—espcecially from doctors. She quotes Dr. Greg- ory White, husband of an LLL mother and father of 11, as feeling that most of his medical colleagues “recognize the bene- fits of nursing but haven't a clue how to manage it. “They'll switch patients to the bottle for the slightest complaint-migraine, a touch of flu, cracked nipples, a fussy baby or one that seems cross- eyed. Yet any woman can breastfeed unless she’s lost a breast, lacks a baby or has raging TB; although now even that’s open to question.” Herbert Ratner, nationally known authority on marriage and the family, and medical adviser to the league writes in his foreward to “The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding" that there are several things that should be known about La Leche League. They have placed them- selves from the beginning un- der the continuing supervision of physicians. They see them- selves. as assistant to the medical profession in the goal of achieving .the optimum nur- turing of newborns by helping mothers rediscover mother- hood in its fullness. Recognizing the dangers of proselytizing and that example is the best educator and that success and its rewards are contagious, they have re- stricted their activity to women who have expressed a desire to nurse their babies, They have not confused or prostituted their goal as a voluntary lay health organization by seeking financial support from the public. More significant than all for society, they-are seeking— by supporting mothers in this important early decision of motherhood—to help women to know themselves, to know the nature of womanly work, to know the critical contribution of women to stable family life, and to help women become exemplars of dedication to duty with joy as a reward. Finally, they recognize that the career of a mother within the home is vaster than the career seeking of a woman away from the home. The local Le Leche League group after a year serving in this community measures up to these standards. Dr. Perrier has attended several meetings and acts as a medical adviser to the group. The leaders conduct’ an orga- nized discussion and a lending library is made available for Oy “Graduate! Attache Cases Wallets Watches Shaving Kits Travelling Cases Hair Dryers Electric Shavers Cameras Perfume Cosmetic Sets Pen & Pencil Sets Cards and much more... YES,.. Drop in’and make your selection. Corner of Pine and Columbia Closed this Sunday. Carl’s Drug Hours: 12-1 p.m. & 6-7 p.m. . we have a wonderful selection to please them all. Dlal 365-7813 more ii It is stressed that only mothers who are sincerely interested in nursing their children attend the meet- ings. There is no obligation to join the league and many do not . until after they have become confident in nursing and feel they'would like to do something in return, Membership fees pay for a subscription to the bi- monthly magazine and funds the lending library for the local group. Most women begin attend- ing the discussions in early pregnancy, are cheered on when they appear with the newborn baby, gain confidence in nursing from, reassuring, experienced mothers and soon- er than they had hoped are there after their babies, are weaned offering support to new mothers. The fulfilment of being a successful nursing mother is one of the most rewarding careers she will ever know. “In an age when the indices to a sick society are high-men- tal illness, psychosomatic di- sease, suicide, delinquericy, al- eoholism, drug addiction, ille- gitimacy, divorce, etc.—we can only give support to an organi- zation which strives, by pre- scribing the script prepared for mothers by Nature, to return ‘them to their fundamental role of preserving the total health of the healthy newborn,” says Ratner. : ‘In a city like Castlegar, PETTITT PHOTOS For graduation. The Kodak Tele © Instamatic 708 - 5.6 tens for normal and telephoto pictures. Shutter adjusts the light automatically, from 1/30 to 11: Suggested list $123 Grad Special $95” Pettitt Photos| 74 Pine St., Castlegar PETTITT PHOTOS "PETTITT: PHOTOS PETTITT PHOTOS SOLOHd LI L13d en ee where facilities available for preventing and treating the causes and effecs of today’s lonely society, it is helpful to know there is a positive organi- zation that teachers mothers how to belong. Persons wishing further information on the league can contact Vicki Lambert at 693- 2496, And ginseng connoisseurs be- lieve the most efficacious roots are those that most closely resemble the female form, Whatover its value to mankind, little is known about the plant. Emil Staba, a professor at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy, is ono of the few ginseng researchers in the world. He has been study- ing the root for seven years, working with Edith Chen, a doctorial candidate, Ronald Sawbuck, a fellow professor, anda pair of Wisconsin ginseng farmers, Staba and his crew have developed a technique — for growing ginseng tissue culture in a laboratory. And they have discovered that the same quali- ties found in the root are presont in the leaves and stem of the plant, which may be good news to those paying - high prices for the root alone. And what happens to gin- seng when it is eaten by rabbits? Apparently, not much, they say. “The national interest in ginseng has become tremen- dous,” Staba said. - An Incentive to Eat Less Cooking for one or twois a challenge being accepted by an increasing number of people. It is estimated that by 1990, singles and doubles will account for over 50 per cent of the households. Food and equipment manu- facturers are already aiming their products at singles and doubles, Miniclectric appliances run the gamut, from deep- fryers to skillets to slow cookers to coffee-makers—all designed to cook or prepare smaller portions. More and more food pack- ages and frozen food products are becoming available in com- plete meals, desserts, snacks designed for quick feeding of one or two persons. - It is still more economical for the mini-household to make effective use" of the home freezer by buying in the larger economical sizes. Large poly- bags, of frozen vegetables, fruits and potatoes are thrifty ‘and handy, The required amount can be removed from the bag and the remainder resealed dnd stored for the future, = Cook once for two or more meals by turning leftovers into planned freezer meals. The elimination of air and the seal of freezer containers is most im- portant. An investment in-.a home heat sealer for polybags may be an economical buy over a period of time. Consumer Facts is 8 publ service feature of the Castlegar News, in co-operation with Super Valu Stores, See Quality Shoes ‘XN for the entire family Dress — Se — ee " Eremenko’s st ; Hae CONGRATULATIONS!) to the Graduates * PWA's FIRST flight onto the ay reconstructed runway at the Castlegar Alrport touched down at 11:40 a.m. : landing could well be made by the last Convair for PWA. Ina ‘CASTLEGAR NEWS © SECTION Thursday, May 25, 1978 Page B1 ED: Friday as Air. Controller Jim Gouk and Airport Manager John Michelson, view proceedings from the local tower. This statement. made by the company early March it was stated . the Colnvairs were for sale and Castlegar would be served by Jet only by the end of May. The afternoon flight Friday wa: Jet. All future flights appear to be also booked for the bigger Jet.—CasNewsFoto by Lols Hughes = No temater Funding, MP Charges ~ Historical Society and the Na- :-tional Exhibition Centre here + will receive up to $18,000 from ~ NEC to Get $18,000 Grant. The Kootenay Doukhobor —_ National, Museums of Canada week by Secretary of State for expfnsion, extension and John Roberts, will-be awarded maintenance programs. under National Museums’ an- The grant, last ally ding C.F.1.B. sis ° S Municipal Directors Now to be Appointed Directors of regional must be elected ‘to both the SOLOHd LULLad_ of 1978! . .. You Have the Key to the Future. Make your 's day 5 ext I by from the many gifts West's have to offer. In all bilan you'll find quality items within the price range you can afford. Graduation Specials! Afternoon Dresses % and Suits tess eas Bedsheet % Ensembles tess ....---- 5 a Evening Wear tess ......... © Samsonite Luggage & Attache Cases © Golf Sets © Hair Blowers © Shavers © Tools & Tool Chests © Radios © Cassette Players © Royal Albert Bone China © Hand Cut Lead Crystai * Leather Handbags © Evening Bags & Stoles © Exciting and Luxurious Kayser Lingerie ¢ Slips & Panties © Half Slips, Long and Short © Peignoir Sets © Velour Housecoats & Loungewear...’ AIR TRAVEL AGENTS FOR ALL AIRLINES * Reservations * Accommodations YOUR LINK HARDWARE STORE Department Store 21 PINE STREET, CASTLEGAR PHONE 365-7782 ~ Peter.G. Edwards P.G. Edwards Is one of the District‘ Managers serving this. community for the Canadian Federation of In- dependent Business, a non- profit organization of over’ 48,000 independent busi- ness owners dedicated to the preservation of free competitive enterprise. A prime function of the C.F.IL.B. Is to give smal! business owners in our area a‘stronger voice in. the treation.of both provincial and federal faws affecting business. The Federation has proven to be uniquely effective in this regard. As_a_ direct result of C.F.I.B. efforts, a great deal of far-reaching legisla- tlon to assist our local independent businesses has been passed. For instance, the recently revised Smatl Businesses Loans Act makes loans available fram the chartered banks at 1% over the prime tending rate. This, equally vital initiatives by the C.F.1.B, will assist focal plus many more |. boards council and the re- ties will be appointed by council for 4 one-year term rather than be elected under changes to the Municipal Act, introduced in | the British Columbia legisla- ture last Wednesday. Currently, municipal rep- resentatives on regional boards B.C. Tel Rates Not.Increasing This Year The chairman of British Columbia Telephone Co. said last Thursday there will be no increase in telephone rates in the province this year. Gordon MacFarlane said that with cost-control pro- grams, effective resource man- agement and no unforeseen circumstances, the company should be able to improve ser- vice and profits without higher rates. gional board. Municipal Affairs Minister Hugh Curtis told reporters that the change will eliminate the situation where a candidate is elected to the regional board but is disqualified from serving because he failed in his bid fora seat on the municipal council. He pointed to the case or. Z Mayor Mike Young of Victoria who was re-elected by accla- mation but failed to gain a seat on the regional board in the municipal elections. “The municipal council should have a more direct in- volvement in regional districts, and this amendment should contribute to that,” Curtis said. The minister said another | amendment provides that a bylaw establishing an official community plan, a land-use contract or a zoning bylaw ‘requires a simple majority of council or the regional district instead of a two-thirds major- ity. (See story on Page Al.) - Castlegar News Assists - Sludents Seeking Jobs Students who are secking full-time or part-time summer employment in the Castlegar district are reminded that the Castlegar News is available to help them find jobs. Students 13 to 21 years old may place a free ad in the “Student Placement” section of our classified ads. Students may offer their services for full-time in this community to create more job opportunities. For more Information write Peter G. Edwards, Pine- view Drive, Box 72, Kale- den, B.C., VOH 1KO. , or for such part-time jobs as babysitting, lawn mowing, etc. Simply drop into the Castlegar News. in person to place your ad. Students must be planning to resume their studies in ihe fall to jus eligible. . ir 4 Camp Cayuse 3-Minute *500 we wily, tot hee © Tickets aré only $1 each, and are avallable from local Scouts and merehant 8 * Draw to be made June © Shopping Spree will be held at the Casileaird Plaza Safeway Store Proceeds go toward the Scouts’ Camp Cayuse assistance program for activi- ties “which might otherwise be beyond their financial capabi- lities.” Cc on the an- S fen You can learn a lot about Castlegar by counting Alberta licence plates. According to Paul Oglow, manager of the local Motor Vehicle Branch office, the out- nouncement last week, Koote- nay West MP. Bob Brisco said he was pleased the NEC would be funded again this year but . added he was disappointed the federal government failed to provide long-term financial funding to put it “on a firmer financial footing.” ’ “With the present system of financing, the directorate has to apply for grants each fiscal year,” -Brisco - said. “Naturally, every year this creates a degree of doubt as to whether the Centre will con- tinue to be funded, and if so, - how much, Clearly, like any * other . entity: in business or government, Ainancial stability is a prime requisite if the Centre is to do any long range planning.” “With an impending re- view of the facility scheduled for this year, it is.my intention to impress upon the museums people the need for a stable financial framework in order ‘that the NEC and its manage- ment get the sort of support they deserve,” he said. f-provil plates and decals collected by the office serve as a reliable indicator of trends in and Ne in —_—_— BE AEN? a 750F, and more Alb&rta people com- ing into the area.” “When people move into an area they go to three, places,” Oglow explained this week. “B.C. Tel, the power company and the Motor Vehicle Branch.” Asked whether he had learned the general reason for the i ion from Alberta, the Castlegar area from other parts of Canada and the U.S. The 225 out-of-B.C. plates collected by the office so far this year, for example, show the heaviest immigration to the area this year is from Alberta, Ogiow said. “Roughly speaking I'd say 50 per cent are from Alberta, 15 per cent are from Ontario, 10 percent are from Manitoba and en to eight per cent are from Saskatchewan,” he said. “The remainder is scattered from all over the North American conti- nent.” Oglow said the office is- sued a total of 6,890 licences in 1976 to 1977 and will increase s by “a minimum 10 per u" this year. Although he id he was unable to deter- ine what propertion of the licences are issued to motorists from outside B.C.—many driv- ers coming to the province have left. their vehicles bel Oglow said he expected “ Get he suggested the Castlegar area may be considered a “last frontier” for economic develop- ment and newcomers are al- tracted by its soon-to-be com- pleted highway link with Sal- mo. . “About 1,500 vehicles per day travel the Rossland-Trail corridor,” Oglow said. “They figure about 15 per cent will be * diverted to the Castlegar Salmo highway.” “The heavy truckers com- “ing in here for permits just can't’ wait. for the highway because they don't like the system they have to use now," he said. * He said he expected more business in over-weight and oversize permits issued to truckers on behalf of weigh scale officials after completion of the highway. Questioned on other trends * shown by the office's licence plate sales, Oglow said the shopping habits of area resi- —Licence rally Marks Trends— LOCAL MVB MANAGER PAUL OGLOW: ... heaviest incaigeation trom Alberta dents had‘ “changed com- pletely” since he opened the office as a one-man part-time operation in 1966. “My sales were concen- trated and there was not much business past Blueberry Creek to the south and Shoreacres to the north,” he said. “Now I get some from ‘Trail and Sfocan City and South Slocan.” Oglow, who says he has collected plates from every province and every U.S. state except Hawaii, said he has been approached by several interest- ed private plate collectors but has had to tell them branch regulations prohibit making the plates and decals available to the public. This year's collection, of plates, as in previous years, will be buried secretly, Oglow said. Your Carrier is Collecting Your Castlegar News carrier will now be collecting for delivery of the paper for the pa month, Please .. . won't you have your money : ready when he or she calls? ge alittle closer to adistant relation -for35‘orless. . a Our long distance weekend rates let vouask Aunt Martha for her banana loaf PeCIpe a Without spe ivan Because fron Sunday-vou c: mdi al direct (12) to most sin B.C. fi pl We (Minimum char ve 2 adototbread- pan. ~ And that’s certamly food for thought. So nice. Our special long distance weekend rates. And cheap. . BL. Tél 2 Rate docs not apply an calls tre