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Death Race lures local participants
Ten Fort St. James runners took part in this year’s Canadian Death Race in Grande Cache, Alberta. Photo supplied by Tim Dunkley
Tragic end for local man The search for a Fort St. James man who went missing near Fort Babine on Aug. 10 has ended in tragedy after his body was found last Thursday. A search and rescue operation was launched on Aug. 12 after family members of 49-year-old Mitchell Lazarre, Sr. reported him missing. Lazarre had not been seen since he walked away from a smokehouse in the Fort Babine area in the early hours of Aug. 10. His body was found about a kilometre from the smokehouse at 11:20 am on Thursday, Aug. 13. Smithers RCMP said foul play was not suspected and that the cause of death would be determined by the B.C. Coroner’s Service. Lazarre’s niece-in-law Bobbi-Lynn George told The Interior News that her uncle was a family man who would be dear-
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ly missed. “He was a very loving caring man who would never hurt a soul that’s for sure,” said George. “He cared for his children very, very much. His grandchildren were very important to him.” His sister Rhonda Lazarre, who lives in Prince George, said yesterday her brother had been visiting Fort Babine to go fishing. She said when he walked away from the smokehouse on Aug. 10 he had told family members he was going to visit his son in Moricetown. However his son no longer lives there. Rhonda had been concerned that her brother had become lost. “He doesn’t even know that country . . . family and friends that live in that area—they said it’s all mountainous and my brother could take the wrong route,” she said. Smithers Interior News
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The name alone says that the “Canadian Death Race” isn’t going to be a stroll in the park. Covering 125km, the course starts and ends on a 4,200 foot plateau, crosses three mountain summits, and includes more than 17,000 feet of elevation change and a major river crossing. The ultra-marathon race takes place every August long weekend in Grande Cache, Alberta, with competitors—either solo or as part of a relay team—given 24 hours to complete the course. “I’m not a soloist, nor do I want to be,” says Tim Dunkley of Fort St. James. Instead he ran as part of one of two teams of five from the Fort who took part, sponsored by Northland Automotive: Northland’s Rapid Thigh Movement (Cheryl Hodder, Tim Dunkley, Yvonne Gilbert, Lisa Spingle, and Chris Greenaway) and Northland’s Knee Knockers (Rhona Boyd, Jim Burck, Jasmine Lakusta, Anthony Boyd, and Tanya Kruisselbrink). Five of the ten Fort St. James runners were rookies doing their first Death Race, while the other five have taken part between two and five times each. The course is divided into five segments, each of a different length and with varying terrain, and each team member ran a different segment. Both teams were thrilled with their finishes, with Rapid Thigh Movement coming in 8th out of 162 teams in a time of 14 hours and 17 minutes, and the Knee Knockers winding up at 17th overall in 15 hours and 8 minutes. Dunkley says the recruitment for this year’s teams started last December, with anyone interested attending a potluck dinner and watching a video about the race. Once enough people had signed up, the teams registered, and training on local trails began. “We’re fortunate to have a fantastic network of trails at our disposal for trail runners and mountain bikers,” said Dunkley. “And a huge shout-out to the volunteers who built, and continue to maintain, this fantastic network.” The runners trained frequently on Mt. Pope, which Dunkley said was great preparation for the Death Race. “It’s rough, rocky, uneven, root-laden terrain that’s very similar to what you encounter on the Death Race,” he says. “And you have to be able to train uphill and downhill. We couldn’t ask for a better training area.” The runners often trained together, challenging themselves and each other. One of the initial registrants, Sandra Sulyma, had to withdraw before the race because of a nagging injury she couldn’t shake. She was replaced by Jasmine Lakusta, but was determined to experience the event, so went with the teams in order to take in the whole experience. Dunkley says her help was invaluable, and that See “Racers” on p. 9
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Council notes: Recreation program re-think needed Notes from the District of Fort St. James of the dump box by 8 to 10 years, meaning the new truck should have a life of between Council meeting of August 12, 2015. 15 and 20 years. The new truck is expected to be here by Roll call: Mayor Rob MacDougall; Councillors Dave Birdi, Brenda Gouglas, Kris October. Nielsen; CAO Kevin Crook; Deputy Corporate Officer Emily Colombo; Fire Chief Summer recreation program re-think CAO Crook informed Council that there Michael Navratil has been a significant drop in the number of youth taking part in the District’s sumKDL bike park rebuild A report on the progress of the rebuild of mer recreation program this year. This was the KDL bike park stated that due to the attributed to a number of possible factors, rapid growth of grass and weeds in some such as the good weather in June and July parts of the park, the use of Round-Up or leading to more people being away, more a similar pesticide might be appropriate. It options for kids during the summer, and was noted by Council that while the Dis- competing summer programs at other plactrict does not have a policy specifically es, such as the library. After the meeting, EDO Colombo sugbanning the use of pesticides on District land, pesticides are not sprayed on them, gested that a survey might be conducted and there is currently no District employee to take the pulse of what the community able to use them. If pesticides were to be wants. “We’d be looking for public input,” used in the KDL bike park a contractor she said, but noted that last year they heard that extended hours for child-minding durwould have to be hired. It was reported that the bike park is being ing the summer program would be appreused, and presumably enjoyed, although ciated by many parents who had to be at it was also noted that garbage and empty work. “There was very little uptake on that bottles (not liquor bottles) have also been this year.” She suggested that the District might foleft at the site. It was suggested that once school re-opens a bike competition might cus on the more popular courses, such as be organized for the KDL park and advert- cooking and theatre; run shorter programs; and perhaps be a facilitator for other peosied to local youth. ple or groups who want to use their expertise to run summer programs and activities Community Hall fees Council discussed usage of the new Com- in the community. munity Hall, noting that several groups have indicated they would like to use the IDL Projects space for various meetings but cannot af- Council voted to approve a development ford to pay the rental fee. CAO Crook sug- permit for a proposed 9,000 square foot gested that staff look into establishing low- construction shop with office space, to be er rental fees for non-profit organizations. built by IDL Projects at 5904 Highway 27 Council also voted to approve funding of North. The property is currently vacant. $2,000 to assist with the cost of events be- A concern was raised about access to and ing held on October 3 to mark the Hall’s from the highway, but it was noted that there is high visibility along that stretch official opening. of road, and that access should not be an issue. It was also noted that the proposed Financial Plan amendment Council gave first, second, and third read- building would assist in moving light ining to 2015 Financial Plan Amendment dustry out of the centre of town. no. 2, Bylaw 951. The amendment will Barbara Roden allow Council to increase expenditure for the purchase of a new dump truck from $215,000 to $245,231. The increase comes “A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES from a change in the configuration of the WITHIN OUR REGION” proposed truck, which will now have a 37, 3 Avenue, PH: 250-692-3195 stainless steel dump box. This will make PO Box 820, TF: 800-320-3339 Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 FX: 250-692-3305 the truck more durable and extend the life www.rdbn.bc.ca E-MAIL:inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca
New hall now open The District of Fort St. James is eager to have people use the new Community Hall, even though its official opening isn’t until October 3. However, the Hall has already played host to several events, including weddings, the summer recreation program, and a Music on the Meadow mini-event earlier this year. The idea of re-establishing a Community Hall in Fort St. James after some 30 years without one has been around since 2008, when the Hoy family donated $500,000 towards a Hall. “It took a while to get the project off the ground,” says Economic Development Officer Emily Colombo, but that initial donation “lit a fire under Council”. Grants were applied for, and a committee was formed to talk about what the community wanted in a Hall. “They wanted something unique, that wouldn’t duplicate what was already available in town,” says Colombo. It was initially hoped that enough funds would be raised to conSee “Opening” on p. 9
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We now know how much a family needs to earn per hour to cover basic expenses in Vanderhoof and surrounding communities. Calculated for the first time in north central B.C. by Integris Credit Union, the area’s living wage—the hourly amount that covers basic living costs such as food, clothing, shelter, and transportation—in 2015 is $16.82/hour; $6.57 higher than the B.C. minimum wage of $10.25 an hour. Last week Integris announced that it is the first credit union outside the Lower Mainland/Fraser Valley to be certified as a Living Wage employer, and the first employer Integris Credit Union President and CEO David Bird announces that Integris has been certified as the region’s to receive the certification in this region. first Living Wage employer. The Living Wage is “a scenario that tries Despite the lack of specific data for certain com- employers would have no trouble being certified.” to encompass as much as possible,” said Cori RamThough Integris is the first certified Living Wage say, the project’s spearhead. The equation includes munities, the figure would not be far off, Ramsay food data from B.C.’s dietitians, the region’s rent said. “Like the costs of transportation, you don’t Employer in the area, most businesses are likely aland transportation costs according to government have public transportation, you might be paying a ready paying a living wage to their employees, takdata, as well as daycare costs and post-secondary bit more, but the rent might be a bit less,” she said. ing into consideration work benefits packages, said But do we make enough from our work to live Alex Castley, Integris’s manager of talent acquisieducation for families with children. tion and development. Originally calculated for Prince George, the here? “A lot of people we’ve talked to said no way, but “In terms of job openings from last year, about a amount can be applied to Fort St. James, Vanderhoof, and Quesnel, Ramsay noted, upon consul- quarter of job vacancies are under that level,” said the calculation involved wage and benefits,” Castley tation with the Living Wage for Families Cam- Robin Work, general manager of Work BC’s branch said. “It’s more in reach than it might appear first hand. A few years ago, we had an individual at our paign staff. “A lot of smaller communities are in Vanderhoof. However, Work added, wages have been increas- AGM who asked us if we were a living wage emhaving trouble doing these equations, just because ployer,” he added. “At the time, we actually didn’t there’s not enough data,” she said. “For example, ing with the cost of living in the area. “Out of all job postings, only 5% are offering know what that was.” the CMHC might not do housing assessments for Vivian Chui minimum wage,” said Work. “The vast majority of Vanderhoof.”
Legebokoff to appeal murder convictions
Life was more basic over a century ago, as this room (above) at the Fort St. James National Historic Site shows. It was one of the rooms used by men—usually fur traders and trappers—staying at the Fort on a temporary basis, so it probably wasn’t thought necessary to provide them with a lot in the way of luxury: heating was primitive, the beds spartan, and insulation almost non-existent. However, there were a few comforts available, such as the early model recliner shown at right. Remove the front bar, sit back on the fur robe-covered chair, replace the bar, and put your feet up: what more could a person want? Photos by Barbara Roden
Convicted serial killer Cody Legebokoff has been granted an extension which will allow a February 2015 appeal of his convictions to proceed. The B.C. Court of Appeal granted the extension on August 6. Normally the time limit for an appeal would be 30 days from his conviction, which occurred on September 16, 2014. However, Legebokoff’s counsel asked for leniency, and was allowed to file an appeal on February 12 of this year. Legebokoff’s lawyers have cited two miscarriages of justice as the basis for the appeal of his four life sentences. One related to “the content and the date of release of the ruling on the change of venue application,” they wrote, while the other concerned “a violation of the appellant’s Charter right to be represented by counsel of his choice throughout the proceedings.” The twenty-five-year old former resident of Fort St. James was sentenced to life in prison without eligibility for parole for 25 years for the first degree murders of Stacey Stuchenko (35), Natasha Montgomery (24), Cynthia Maas (35), and Loren Leslie (15) in and around Prince George in 2009 and 2010. Doug Leslie, Loren’s father, calls Legebokoff a “narcissist and sociopath” and believes the appeal is an attempt to hurt people once more. He also calls the move a “last ditch effort”, and believes that Legebokoff will never be released. However, he says that bringing the case back into the public eye will help serve as a reminder and warning that there are more people like Legebokoff out there. “On a positive note, that’s the way you gotta look at it.” Barbara Roden
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Summertime, and the mosquitoes are waiting As far as seasons go, I’ve always been an autumn person. Give me Edgar Allan Poe’s nights in the lonesome October, when the leaves are crispèd and sere, pumpkins nestle plumply against dark brown fields, and the evenings begin to draw in. But summer has its delights, many of them those small sounds which, taken together, form a sort of soundtrack to the long hot days. The soft chirr of crickets; the crisp phut-phut-phuttttttt of sprinklers; the low hum of air conditioning units; the siren-like song of the ice cream truck; the steady buzz of lawnmowers; the sound of children playing and laughing; the high-pitched, whiny buzz of mosquitoes . . . hey, how did that get in here? If the mere mention of the sound of whining mosquitoes set your teeth on edge and made you glance nervously down at your arms, welcome to my world. Now, there are people who genuinely are not bothered by mosquitoes. These are the people who could be put inside one of those tents full of mosquitoes that you see in commercials for bug repellent, and who would sit there blissfully unconcerned as the bloodsucking terrors turned them into a free all you can eat buffet. I know such people exist, just as I know there are people who can run a mile in less than four minutes, climb Everest without oxygen, and watch leadership debates without throwing something heavy at the TV set. To these amazing human beings, I extend my heartiest admiration and respect, while at the same time acknowledging that I will never be one of you. Oh, I can ignore mosquitoes for a time; but that time ends as soon as I hear one. The instant that annoying screeeeee hits my eardrums, my head jerks round as if I’ve just had an uppercut to the jaw, my eyes start scanning every bit of exposed arm and leg, and my hand is poised, ready to strike. Even if it’s a false alarm, my peace is shattered as my senses go into high alert, converting every stray waft of breeze across my skin into a mozzie looking
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for dinner, and making every innocuous stray piece of dirt or leaf look like a mosquito just biding its time. Even worse is when this happens indoors. Outside there’s at least a chance that the mosquito will eventually fly away, but inside I just know that it’s lying in wait for me. When we moved back to Canada from England several years ago, my British-born husband asked innocently why all the windows in our new house had screens on them, such a thing being unknown in Britain. “Just wait until summer,” I told him through gritted teeth, and as soon as the first mosquitoes hit he understood why the screens were there. Despite the barrier, though, mosquitoes still manage to get in on occasion, not making their presence known until it’s time to go to bed. There I am, lying in bed, the room (at last) pleasantly dark, in that lovely dozy state halfway between wakefulness and sleeping, when I hear it: the sound of a mosquito homing in. Instantly I am wide awake, sitting bolt upright in bed, my arms flailing around my head like a drowning person coming up for the third time. I snap the light on and, when I stop blinking, begin scrutinizing the walls and ceiling for any sign of the little blighter. Of course, the bedroom ceiling is stippled, so that every bump casts a shadow that looks just like a mosquito. I’ll make a few half-hearted waves, trying to dislodge the creature from wherever it’s lurking. If I find it, all is well and good. If I don’t, then I turn out the light, only to find that sleep remains elusive. I’m now on high alert, just waiting for the familiar sound to return, whereupon I’ll go through the whole process once more. No wonder I don’t get much . . . I’m sorry, but you’ll have to excuse me for a bit. That mosquito from the second paragraph is back, and I can’t concentrate until I find it. There’s a stippled ceiling in here, so I might be gone for some time. Barbara Roden
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Cardboard ban will start in July 2016 At the July 23, 2015 meeting of the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN), the board of directors passed a motion that will see a region-wide cardboard ban implemented starting on July 1, 2016. This means that beginning on that date, cardboard will no longer be accepted for disposal as garbage at any RDBN solid waste management facility, including landfills or transfer stations. The ban will apply equally to all residents, businesses, municipalities, industries, and institutions, including educational facilities and hospitals. According to the RDBN, the overall intent is to minimize the amount of waste that is ultimately landfilled, as waste reduction is a priority of the board of directors. Bill Miller, Director of Electoral Area B, explained that cardboard, although not heavy, constitutes a “very high volume” for the RDBN’s landfills. He added that when cardboard degrades in the landfills, it produces methane, which has significantly more The Salmon Slingers, winners of the 2014 Salmon Cook-off. From left: Joan Burdeniuk, impact than carbon dioxide. Rob MacDougall, Emily Colombo, Richard Sutton, Harjit Birdi, Dave Birdi. In a press release, the RDBN said it will work to ensure that, at Photo by R. Leid/Parks Canada minimum, drop-off cardboard recycling opportunities are available for residential customers. For institutional, commercial, and industrial (ICI) customers, the RDBN says it will not provide recycling services. It will be the responsibility of ICI sector customers to arrange for cardboard It’s not too early to start thinking about Firewood and salmon fillets are provided, recycling services directly with local collectors and recycling ser- the 4th annual Salmon Cook-off, taking but teams bring their own seasonings and vice providers. The RDBN said it acknowledges that this initiative place at the Fort St. James National His- secret recipes. The first 100 visitors to the may “initially cause some challenges and raise concerns” on the toric Site on Saturday, Sept. 19. site get to be the judges and sample the difpart of businesses and residents in terms of service provision and This year’s cook-off coincides with Mé- ferent entries, with the winner announced cost. “The RDBN hopes that providing sufficient advance notice tis Day, so there’ll be a lot to see and do at 1:00 pm. of the cardboard ban will spur the development of local business at the site all day. The final program of There are five teams registered: the Disopportunities that will add to and enhance the green economy in events is still being worked out, but jiggers trict of Fort St. James, the Friends of the the RDBN,” said a press release. and fiddlers will be there, and there’ll be Fort, Métis Nation BC, Team Nu Yiz, and Christopher Beach, owner of the Burns Lake Return-It Depot, an opportunity to take part in a tomahawk Samwitch’s Catering. A maximum of five said his business has already been collecting residential card- throwing contest, with separate categories teams can take part, but anyone interested board. Beach hopes that the Burns Lake Depot will start collect- for youth, men, and women. in going on a waiting list should contact ing commercial cardboard before the region-wide ban is in effect. The salmon cook-off begins at 8:30 am, April Hilland at (250) 996-7191, ext. 27. “The Burns Lake Depot would like to be the central location for when teams arrive and light their fires. Barbara Roden all cardboard in the area,” said Beach. For additional information on the cardboard ban, please contact the RDBN environmental services department at (250) SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 692-3195, toll free at 1-800-320-3339, or SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 91 (NECHAKO LAKES) (NECHAKO LAKES) e-mail inquiries@rdbn.bc.ca KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION SCHOOL OPENING AND REGISTRATION Flavio Nienow Lakes District News 1. DAVID HOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Fort St. James All schools will open on Tuesday, September 8,
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2015, at the regular time. Parents and students should note that on school opening day school bus runs would be as follows: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 Bus runs will begin on their regular schedule in the morning and will make the return run immediately following school dismissal at noon. Please note that noon hours vary from school to school. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2015 WEDNESDAY, September 9, 2015, will be a full, regular day with regular bus runs both morning and afternoon. Kindergarten students will begin regular bus runs. For further information, see the advertisement re: Kindergarten. NOTES: With student population shifts in various locations, some changes in bus runs or pickup locations may be required. Problems such as these will be carefully studied and parents will be notified. Cooperation by all concerned will be appreciated. If you have any questions, contact Tracey Syrota, Transportation Manager, at 250-567-9618.
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2. MOUSE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Fraser Lake Parents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 31 – September 4, 2015, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 3. EVELYN DICKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Vanderhoof Parents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 31 – September 4, 2015 4. MAPES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Vanderhoof Parents should register Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 31 – September 4, 2015, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 5. SINKUT VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Vanderhoof Kindergarten Registration for the 2014-15 School year is closed, but will re-open for the 2015-16 School year. 6. W.L. MCLEOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – Vanderhoof Parents should register English or French Immersion Kindergarten pupils new to the area on August 31 – September 4, 2015 7. EBUS Academy – Vanderhoof Please phone our registrar at 1-800-567-1236 any weekday during the summer to discuss how the EBUS distance learning Kindergarten program may fit your child’s needs. TRANSPORTATION: Kindergarten pupils will be transported on regular school bus runs. To request transportation for your child/children please contact the office starting the week of August 31, 2015 Fort St. James Bus Garage: Frances Honeywell, at 250-996-7835 Vanderhoof Bus Garage: Graeme Kellam or Tracey Syrota, at 250-567-9618 Fraser Lake Bus Garage: Lisa Barnes, at 250-699-6995
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More to the fire department than emergencies Fire Chief Michael Navratil says that while the Fort St. James Volunteer Fire Department currently has 33 members, there’s room for more people who are interested in joining. “We like to have at least 30 members,� he says, adding that due to a transient population and students leaving the area to pursue further education, the department has a steady turnover of members. He also notes that it’s more difficult than it used to be for some members to leave work to attend to a fire if it happens during the day. “It used to be that employers would let them leave, but now a lot of them are being told that they can’t go.� It means that more members are needed so that there are enough people to respond when a call comes in, no matter what time of day that happens. There are some physical and fitness requirements, and recruits have to be able to work well with others. A six-week training course, consisting of a three-hour session each Monday night and one day of hands-on exercises, introduces new members to all aspects of firefighting. There’s also a two-hour training session each Thursday night, focusing on different skills such as ladder drills, driver training, road rescues using a variety of tools, hitting hydrants, and tracking where teams are inside a building. The department also does an annual ice rescue technician course; there are currently 12 members who have received their certification.
The junior program, which accepts students in grades 10, 11, and 12, currently has three members, but could take as many as five. While there are some limitations as to what junior members can do at a fire site, Navratil says that if there’s space in the vehicles then juniors are absolutely able to respond to calls. However, there’s more to the fire department than responding to emergencies. Navratil notes that the department arranges tours of the fire hall for different age groups, and holds a cold weather awareness program at the high school. The fire department had a booth at the recent Night Market, and Navratil says he’d like to develop more programs to take into schools. Last year the department held its first Tri-Services breakfast, where members of the police force, ambulance service, and search and rescue team were invited—along with their spouses and children— to come out and meet in a more relaxed setting. “We meet far too often at incidents,� says Navratil, adding that the breakfast is a way for emergency responders to meet and mingle and get to know each other in a more relaxed setting. The new recruit training course is also a recent initiative. There have
been three so far, which resulted in 24 new members for the department, and a fourth is planned for fall 2015. Navratil hopes that the course will recruit another half-dozen or so members. “We’d be really happy with eight.� He also notes that the secondary fire hall currently has eight members, but needs a minimum of ten, otherwise fire underwriters could deem the area unprotected. A recruitment drive for new firefighters is currently underway; anyone interested in learning more can call the fire hall at (250) 996-8670, or pick up an application form at the District Office. The deadline for applications for the next training course is September 11. Barbara Roden
Camping fun at Paarens There’s still time for children aged six and up to register for an overnight outdoor camping trip that takes place August 2021. It’s the final event of the District’s summer recreation program, and will give participants a chance to learn camping skills and take part in a variety of fun events. The event takes places at Paarens Beach, sites 38 and 39, with participants dropped off at 10:00 am on the 20th (a list of things to pack to make the trip safe and enjoyable is available at the District Office, where children can be registered; the cost is $50 per person). In addition to learning how to set up a tent and cook over a campfire, participants will take part in a variety of fun events, including flashlight tag, capture the flag, swimming, and a variety of crafts. And of course no camping trip would be complete without smores and some chilling ghost stories once the sun sets! Barbara Roden
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From the history file: Only one man came out In early June of 1930, three men ventured north from Fort St. James into either Hazelton or Prince George, while his companions continued on their the bush. They had been working around the Vanderhoof area for several way to Takla Lake. He had money, and bought bearskins, moccasins, and days, keeping to themselves and exciting no comment. All anyone knew other items—including a pair of moose horns—from the trading post on the about them was that they were German, and when they let it be known they reserve. Then he left for Fort St. James, where he got a ride in a car to Vanwere heading north to look for gold, and planned to be gone for some time, derhoof. He boarded the train heading east, and disappeared. The Indians discussed the matter, trying to make sense of it. Why had only it raised no eyebrows. In 1930 central and northern B.C. was filled with men who had come from elsewhere—driven by unrest in Europe or the ravages one man come out of the bush, and why had he brought the provisions with of the Depression—to seek their fortune in the province. It was subsequently him? Why had they chosen such a difficult place to make camp on the lake, learned that the men’s names were Herman Peters, Max Westphal, and Karl one that was fully exposed to the west wind? Perhaps the other two men had Fredericks. See “Gruesome discovery� on p. 8 They arrived in Fort St. James sometime between June 2 and 6, and appeared to be amply provisioned. They purchased a boat, loaded up their supplies, and set out, passing—as The Prince George Citizen noted in November 1930—“from the ken of the whites to that of the Indians�. It was soon apparent to the Indians of Tachie that the men were not very competent, either in the bush or on the water. On June 11 they were making very slow progress up the Tachie River, and they were given a tow by August Matise to within four miles of Trembleur Lake. The three Germans had a meal with the Indians; then Baptiste Anatol completed the towing job to the lake. The Indians were quietly amused to note that the trio had made camp at the eastern end of the lake, some way off the usual line of travel. Two days later their amusement turned to surprise when they found the men’s boat tied up at a landing some four miles south of the lake. It contained a large quantity of the men’s provisions, as well as a note asking whoever found the provisions to look after them until the owner returned. The following day one of the three Germans arrived at the Tachie reserve, indicating that he had taken ill and was going south to get hospital treatment in Looking west over Trembleur Lake, 1909. The Germans’ camp would have been near this spot.
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Jennings immediately secured the site and hurried back to Vanderhoof for the coroner, Dr. Stone. They were back at the campsite on Nov. 15, and the grave—which had been very cleverly camouflaged—was exhumed. It revealed the very badly decomposed bodies of two men, both of whom had clearly sustained horrific injuries. The bodies were exhumed and, with considerable difficulty, taken to Vanderhoof, where an autopsy was performed. The head of one man had been beaten to a pulp. The head of the other man had also been badly beaten, and had then been severed from the body; a process that must have taken some time. The men were lightly clad, indicating either that they had been killed while they slept, or that the murderer had removed any clothing that might have identifying marks. However, a cigarette lighter found on one of the bodies was identified as having belonged to Max Westphal; a fellow countryman testified that he had seen Westphal with it in Prince Rupert. The other body had on it a slip of paper with the name Herman Peters on it. This left Karl Fredericks as the man who had come out of the bush and disappeared to the east, and police immediately set about trying to find him. To be continued Barbara Roden
A gruesome discovery used at the eastern end, but it yielded no clues. The lake was dragged in search of bodies, but nothing was found. The shore of the lake was scoured for other campsites the men might have used, but the search revealed nothing. Jennings returned to Vanderhoof, where he pondered the situation. The men had gone missing in June, and it was now early November. He did not yet know what he was investigating, but it was clear that if no clues were found before the snow began to fall the mystery might forever remain unsolved. It was then that the police finally got a break. An Indian named Alex Prince arrived in Vanderhoof on Nov. 8 to say that he had discovered the remains of a small campsite near the lake, which had escaped detection during the earlier search. Constable Jennings headed north once more, and began a thorough search of the site. At first it appeared that it would provide as little information as the other camp; but as he investigated he struck a large stone with a stick he was carrying. The stone was dislodged, and underneath it Jennings could see what looked like a piece of fabric. He began digging around it, and it was not long before he uncovered human remains.
“History file” from p. 7 food caches, but they had not seemed very at home in the bush. It was a mystery. Some time went by, and eventually the Indians at Tachie despatched someone to the Provincial Police detachment in Vanderhoof to report the matter. There seemed little to go on, and less to investigate. One of the men had come out of the bush, saying he was ill. Well, that was not suspicious. Perhaps the provisions had been his, and his companions had their own stores with them. Nevertheless, the police followed up the only lead they had: that the man who had come out had said he would be seeking hospital treatment in Hazelton or Prince George. Police checked with both hospitals, but no one fitting the man’s description had been to either. Police next checked with anyone who had been north of Trembleur Lake as to whether they had seen the two men break camp, or spotted them in the bush. No one had, despite the large number of people in and out of the region. This was rather more worrying. Constable Jennings of Vanderhoof took a party of men to Trembleur Lake and searched the campsite the men had
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board there’s a possibility of three or four teams from Fort St. James taking part. “Some of the rookies—including one of the men—compared taking part in the race to giving birth,” laughs Dunkley. “When they were asked if they wanted to do it next year, the man in question said he’d need a month to think about it; but by the time we drove back to Fort St. James he said he was in.” Barbara Roden
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Threat to the Baldy Trail Efforts to protect the historic Baldy Trail received a boost last week, when the Mayor and Council of Mackenzie wrote to support the initiative. A delegation appeared before Fort St. James Council on May 27, 2015, asking its support in lobbying for protection for the trail by having a management reserve put in place over the trail’s entire length. Craig Houghton, a member of that delegation, said that there is already a considerable amount of logging in the area, and that in some places the trees immediately adjacent to the Baldy Trail have already been cut down. The aim is to get a 100 metre corridor designated on both sides of the trail, in order to preserve wildlife, as well as the historic and cultural worth of the trail. A long-term goal is to have the
Baldy Trail declared a heritage site by the provincial government. The trail, which is used by runners and hikers in summer and by dog mushers and snowmobilers in winter, was created during the Omineca Gold Rush in 1872, and replaced an earlier water route up Stuart and Takla Lakes. The delegation seeking to protect the Baldy Trail has asked for letters of support from various regional bodies, and feels that a discussion between the District of Mackenzie, the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako, the Fraser-Fort George Regional District, the Ministry of Forests, Land, and Natural Resource Operations, and the District of Fort St. James is warranted, to try to preserve the historic trail and keep it as natural as possible. Barbara Roden
Opening gala for new hall “New hall” from p. 2 struct a new building, but without federal funding that was not possible. Instead the District purchased property and an existing building on Stuart Drive East, and renovations began in the spring of 2014. Most of the work was completed by early May 2015, but there is still some finishing work to be done, including new appliances for the kitchen/concession area. In addition to a large hall space which can accommodate up to 250 people, the Hall contains two smaller meeting spaces, as well as the kitchen/concession, a multipurpose racquet court which can be used for squash, racquetball, or handball, and a theatre that can be used for live performances or as a movie theatre. The District is currently looking for funding so that it can purchase a digital movie projector
and host film nights there. The racquetball court would also be a suitable area for dance or yoga classes, says Chief Administrative Officer Kevin Crook, who notes that one of the upstairs meeting spaces will be fitted out with a special carpet so that seniors can use it for carpet bowling. An official opening celebration is planned for October 3, with a familyfriendly event in the afternoon and a licensed event in the evening featuring music, door prizes, and light refreshments. The theme will be a recognition of volunteers, says Crook, adding that representatives from various community groups will be invited. Asked if there are plans to name the new facility, Crook says it’s under consideration. “The Hoy family have the first choice of a name,” he says. “If they decide not to name it, we can go from there.” Barbara Roden
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The Fun Page Horoscopes ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Focus on your Ànances in the coming week, Aries. This is not just something that should last this week, but for the rest of the month to get your affairs in order. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you have the opportunity to see yourself more clearly this week. This may help you focus your goals precisely and change your life for the better. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, take some time to review any aspirations you may have pushed aside, especially those pertaining to love. Open your heart instead of turning off feelings. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Surround yourself with friends and loved ones, Cancer. You enjoy spending time with those you love, and time spent that way will make you happier. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, step aside and let someone else shine in the coming days. You enjoy the spotlight, but this person can use a little positive energy coming his or her way. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, it is easy to Ànd yourself pulled in different directions. You want to please everyone at the same time, but that’s not always possible. Choose one project. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Courage will be your secret weapon this week, Libra. When everyone else is backing out of a difÀcult situation, you will rise to the challenge and show your mettle. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, even if you want to pursue personal interests this week, you may not be able to get any time alone. You may need to put aside these tasks and handle what’s in front of you.
Crosswords
Word Scramble
CLUES ACROSS 1. Munich jazz label 4. A lump of clay 8. Showy ornament 10. __ Girl, brand of beer 11. Aka Kissavos 12. Warmest season of the year 13. 2nd longest Bulgarian river 15. Records the brain’s electric currents 16. Cutting part of a drill 17. Colorful Italian city 18. The last part 19. Pouch 20. “Mad Men” creator 24. No (Scottish) 25. Actress Farrow 26. Focus cars (Co. initials) 27. Snakelike Àsh 28. One point E of due S 29. Grey sea eagle 30. Female “Mad Men” star 37. Actress Lupino 38. Time units (abbr.) 39. Moses’ elder brother 40. 4th Caliph of Islam 41. Treaty of Rome creation 42. Theatrical play
43. Told on 45. “To tie” in Spanish 46. Amidst 47. Exchange for money 48. Bar game missile 49. Pluto or ___ Pater CLUES DOWN 1. SelÀshness 2. Cinnamon source 3. Revolutionary Àrearm 4. Br. university town river 5. Lower back region 6. Relating to oil 7. Soil 9. Cause to lose courage 10. Pushed in nose dog 12. Dregs 14. Part of a cheer 15. Point midway between NE and E 18. Female sheep 19. Main 21. In a way, tangled 22. WWII female grunts 23. Nothing 26. Hoover’s organization
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SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Use this week to rededicate yourself to diet and exercise, Sagittarius. Don’t be distracted from your Àtness goals, and you will begin to feel better immediately. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, enjoy this carefree time when you have little on your plate. Such times may be few and far between, but making the most of them can ensure your happiness. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Celebrate your personal successes this week, Aquarius. You deserve any fanfare that you can get. Escape from your responsibilities and share the moment with loved ones. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Minimize any chaos in your life by trying to get into a schedule. Sticking with a routine will make it easier to juggle your responsibilities. FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS AUGUST 16 Madonna, Singer (57) AUGUST 17 Robert DeNiro, Actor (72) AUGUST 18 Andy Samberg, Actor (37) AUGUST 19 Christina Perri, Singer (29) AUGUST 20 Amy Adams, Actress (41) AUGUST 21 Hayden Panettiere, Actress (26)
27. Before 28. Patti Hearst’s captors 29. One point S of due E 30. Film splicer & viewer 31. Something curved in shape 32. Possessed 33. Patagonian hares 34. Gave a formal speech 35. Resident of Mogadishu 36. Tangles 37. Annona diversifolia 40. Mures river city 41. Same as 15 across 44. Explosive