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The biggest attraction in Campbell River on the weekend was Elk Falls as residents flocked to see them after a nearly full Upper Campbell/Buttle Lake reservoir required BC Hydro to release record amounts of water through John Hart Dam and over the falls. Here the falls are nearly obscured by spray at the viewing platform. Meanwhile, Hydro is bracing for more rain. See page 3.
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Drivers are eluding parking fees at Campbell River Airport because the city doesn’t have the authority to enforce them, according to a city staff report. Clinton Crook, senior buyer for the city, told city council that city bylaw officers have recently implemented random parking lot inspections to check for people who aren’t paying for parking. Drivers found without a valid parking permit, however, are getting away with a simple reminder ticket. “The reason for issuing reminder tickets at this time is the inability of the bylaw officers to issue official parking tickets due to existing bylaw restrictions,” Crook said. “Staff will continue to monitor the parking lot by issuing the passive reminder tickets.” Crook said that even in the absence of stiff penalties, recent random vehicle checks showed that just 20 to 40 vehicles did not display a valid parking ticket. And, once city bylaw officers started issuing the reminder tickets, Crook said the most recent vehicle check found that number decreased to just eight vehicles being out of compliance. Crook said part of the reason that drivers don’t bother with the parking tickets is that the pay parking machine is “extremely difficult” to Continued on Pg. 5
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The series of storms over the past week have set a record for total water inflow volume into the Campbell River system, BC Hydro says. “The rain keeps coming and the upper Campbell River watershed has received 100 to 150 mm since the current storm began Sunday night,” BC Hydro spokesperson Stephen Watson said. And a midweek reprieve will be swept aside by moderate to heavy rainfall events predicted for Thursday to Friday and then again Sunday to Monday. Meanwhile, this period of storms set a new record for inflow volume into the Campbell River system. “Our records go back to 1963, or 53 years,” Watson said. Meanwhile, on Tuesday morning , the hourly inflow rate was around 1,300 cubic metres per second. “This is the highest water inflow rates observed so far during this storm,” Watson said. “That’s the equivalent of an Olympic sized swimming pool (2,500 cubic metres per second) entering the reservoir every two seconds.
BC Hydro increased the flood risk management spill through the system, out of the John Hart project, on Monday to 500 m3/s (cubic metres per second), with 380 m3/s going over Elk Falls.” With more water coming into the reservoir than discharges downstream, the Upper Campbell Reservoir/Buttle Lake has risen about 0.6 metres since 2 p.m. Monrday and is now at 220.7 metres. “BC Hydro is trying to keep the reservoir level from the 222 metre level as this is where we begin to pass inflows into the reservoir downstream,” Watson said. On Tuesday afternoon, BC Hydro intended to increase the spill through the system by an additional 60 cubic metres per second to 560 m3/s. “This is the same flow level that was reached in 1995 and one of the highest downstream flow rates in our records,” Watson said. Four hundred and forty cubic metres per second will be going over Elk Falls. Watson said it is important for the community to know that BC Hydro’s dams are operating as intended and are designed to safely manage reservoir levels
and pass inflows at these elevated levels. “The challenging situation is in the downstream river area where we are seeing more natural river flows which doesn’t benefit from upstream attenuation and dam regulation,” Watson said. Consequently, the likelihood for increasing downstream flooding in the Campbellton area of Campbell River has now increased. With the planned discharge rate 560 cubic metres per second from BC Hydro facilities, the unregulated Quinsam River and ocean tides may combine to cause isolated flooding along the river down to the estuary. Flows greater than this are also possible, though currently not forecasted, Watson said. The flood risk will likely exist through this week. On Tuesday, the City of Campbell River issued another advisory to the public about the risk of flooding. “Again, the city is reminding residents in this area that they should be prepared for water levels to potentially overtop the river bank in the coming days – and that this could cause localized flooding on properties along the river and in nearby low-
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Water roars over the lip of Elk Falls Saturday after BC Hydro increased flows through the John Hart Dam to alleviate inflow into the Upper Campbell/Buttle Lake reservoir.
lying areas through the coming week,” the city’s advisory says. Ho m e o w n e r s a r e advised to take precautionary measures to shore up their property and can get supplies for sandbags at the City’s Dogwood Operations Centre (385 S. Dogwood – enter from driveway on Merecroft to access sand and bags). The city notified property owners along the river over the weekend and will continue to monitor the weather and river levels, and crews are on call to assist as necessary. Call 250-2877444 for after-hours emergency assistance. Supplies are also available at the Emcon yard at 7025 Gold River Hwy (intersection of highway and Argonaut Rd). Also, residents are advised to keep a safe distance from the river because of wet, slippery conditions and fastflowing water. It is most
dangerous above Elks Falls, where safety signs are posted. Watson said BC Hydro remains closely engaged
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and construction of the highway and they are partially liable for the accident. “The risk of rollover accident could have been avoided, or at least reduced, if the slopes of the median were shallower, as good engineering practice dictated…” said Affleck in the Reasons for Judgement document. Christine Bayfield, the driver of the vehicle, was also found partly liable. Affleck concluded that hydroplaning was the reason that Bayfield left the road and that if she had been driving slower in the wet conditions the risk of rollover would have been reduced. However, because the rollover, not the hydroplaning, was the cause of the injuries, the ministry
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was foundtwo-thirds liable. Affleck also reviewed evidence alleging that the surface of the highway was not constructed according to the design drawings, which could have increased the risk of hydroplaning on that section of highway. However, he found that the highway was built to meet the design specifications of the time and that, as a matter of policy, the government does not retro-fit highways when design and construction standards change. He also found that there was no evidence that the lack of hydroplaning warning signs contributed to the accident as Bayfield was familiar with the stretch of highway and the risk of hydroplaning. At the moment, the staff at the ministry are reviewing the ruling before considering its next steps, said Sonia Lowe, Ministry of Transportation public affairs officer. She had no further comment on the case at this time. Bayfield was heading south on Highway 19 on a rainy afternoon when she pulled into the passing lane to get ahead of a logging truck that was spraying water onto her windshield. Her son was sleeping in the front seat beside her. She lost control of the 2002 Pontiac Montana van and it spun counterclockwise off the highway and into
the median. She told the judge she was going around 100 km/h at the time of the accident, but there was no evidence to prove or disprove that. The posted speed limit, at the time, was 110 km/h. According to the court document, at this point Bayfield has no memory of the rest of the incident. The right rear tire of the vehicle was torn off as the car moved sideways across the median. At the bottom of the slope of the median the van encountered soft muddy soil and several inches of standing water. When it reached the opposite, upward embankment it rolled. The vehicle flipped into the oncoming traffic. Bayfield’s son was ejected from the car and badly injured. Bayfield remained in the vehicle but she also suffered serious injuries. Bayfield initially sued the ministry in March of 2007. The case was first seen in court on June 2, 2015. In her initial statement of claim she alleged that the ministry was responsible for the negligent design and construction of the highway where the accident occurred. In June of 2014 the statement of claim was replaced by a notice of civil claim. The new pleading added an allegation of negligent maintenance and alleged that the drainage capac-
ity of the median did not meet relevant design standards. In their response, the ministry said that the highway construction and maintenance were the responsibility of an independent contractor at the time of the accident, but it did acknowledge that it owes a duty to construct and design a roadway that is reasonably safe. The court proceedings in 2015 dealt with whether evidence of poor maintenance could be used by Bayfield’s lawyer to prove the ministry liable, or by the ministry to prove faulty maintenance to which it was not liable. The trial was adjourned with the judge suggesting that the pleadings be amended to clarify the issue of maintenance. Bayfield and the ministry appeared in court again on Sept. 1, 2016. Bayfield revised her argument, dropping the allegations of faulty maintenance and instead submitting evidence that the median at the location of the accident was improperly designed and constructed. She also alleged that the highway at the location of the accident constituted a nuisance because its design and construction interfered with her right to freely, safely and conveniently use and enjoy the highway.
In his Reasons for Judgement document, the judge considered the weather conditions, the speed at which Bayfield was driving and the condition of her tires. He heard about the physical evidence observed at the scene of the accident as well as measurements and observations from professional engineers who returned to the scene of the accident in 2010, 2014 and 2015. “The potential for serious injury and property damage would have been reduced by more than 80 per cent if the design standard had been met,” said Ian Adam, one of the engineers, in his report to the court. There were other witnesses, as well as an article from the Mirror published in 2007 about how treacherous the Inland Island Highway was. Justice Affleck concluded that hydroplaning was the reason that the vehicle left the road, but that the rollover was the cause of the injuries. He decided there was no use analyzing the case as nuisance because the outcome would would be the same. He found it sufficient to establish liability based on only negligence. Damages were agreed. The C our t invited an exchange of written arguments about whether to allow costs and expenses.
Power for 7,000 customers on North Island knocked out
Hydro crews tried to locate the cause of an extensive power outage. “After extensive patrol, crews continue attempting to locate the fault along our transmission lines impacting 7,000 customers on the north
Vancouver Island area,” a statement on BC Hydro’s website said. “Patrol will continue and we’ll share updates as they become available.” Power had been out in most areas since approximately 6 a.m. Monday morning. It
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A downtown business evacuated its staff and customers on Friday evening after a man caused a disturbance by tossing items around, grabbing two food preparation knives and refusing to leave. Last Friday, at approximately 5 p.m., RCMP responded to a male causing a disturbance at Healthway on 11th Ave., said Const. Sara Clark,
media relations officer for Campbell River RCMP. “A male entered the store behaving erratic a l ly. This c aus e d the staff to call 911 and quickly evacuate the store until police arrived,” Const. Clark said. “RCMP arrived within minutes and entered the building. They found a lone male in the rear of the store in medical distress. He was apprehended and taken to Campbell River Hos-
pital.” Because of the extent of “Facebook chatter” and customers’ questions after the incident, Healthyway management issued a statement on the Facebook page on Sunday: “We had a serious incident at our store on Friday evening. A man under the influence of heavy drugs entered our store and proceeded to the back warehouse area for employees only. He refused to leave, threw some items and
grabbed two knives from a produce prep area. We evacuated the store of customers and employees. The RCMP responded super fast and detained the man who was still in the store. I’m posting this because there was some fb (Facebook) chatter about it and customers asking. No one was hurt and we are relieved.” The RCMP investigation is ongoing and criminal charges are being considered.
“RCMP would like to thank the staff at the location for their quick response ensuring the safety of its patrons before police arrived, this also allowed for a quick apprehension of the male by RCMP,” said Const. Clark.
operate. “We have received numerous complaints from users and airlines customer service agents regarding the ease of use of the existing machines,” Crook said. “The airline customer service agents have watched customers attempt to use the machine and offer help but quite often the customer will choose not to purchase the parking ticket due to the hassle. Our image as a hasslefree airport is suffering with the existing pay parking machine.” Mayor Andy Adams said he has experienced first-hand how difficult it is to use the existing machine.
“I certainly will attest that the current machine that has been there for years has been the subject of constant entertainment for the staff at Pacific Coastal and Coastal Mountain Air as they try to assist people in how to operate what I consider the worst parking machine I’ve every used in my life,” Adams said. At Monday’s council meeting, council took steps to remedy the problem by approving the purchase of a new automated pay parking machine from Robbins Parking for $11,054. The machine is expected to be installed inside the airport terminal building, rather than the
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Lessons from the American election I am writing this the day of the election, and it went to print long before the final results, so instead of talking results, I want to talk about the issues that this election has brought to the forefront of my view on politics. In this election politics has become a battle of branding and image instead of a battle of policies and governance. Charisma is still ridiculously important. Not only should politicians be charming and enthusiastic, they also have to say the right things without appearing to filter what they are saying. They can spout big enthusiastic nothings, but if they say it with the right energy and tone, people will cheer, and if people are cheering than other people are paying attention, right? It’s funny because during the campaign personality matters and as soon as a leader is elected what they do matters. But how can we judge how someone will act during tough
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situations based on charisma seem to have put the general and branding? population any further ahead Second that marginalization, than other first world countries hate and close mindedness still on the globe. Maybe I should run rampant. More rampant have already realized this, but I than I thought. never had reason Where does this to connect the JOCELYN’S dots before this come from? Is it a product of an election. under-educated Third, media population? Are coverage has people so downso much more trodden that they influence than are looking for I realized. Just something, anylike making an thing that will upcoming storm radically change seem like a bigger the system, just deal just because because they feel it is in the news, there is no other how much has way? the media conThe more I tributed to this read about supelection fiasco? porters of either Where is the line candidate, the more I realized and was it crossed? But that is that the States isn’t the super- a whole other discussion that power I thought it was. Maybe will continued in the news their military forces still lead room from now until the end the world, maybe their movies of time. are watched in more countries This also raises to question than any other, but it doesn’t Facebook and other social
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Shock. Disbelief. Horror. Fear. Anger. Sadness. So many words can be used to describe the reactions and emotions in the wake of the utterly incomprehensible stabbing of two teen students at Abbotsford Senior Secondary last week. With no discernible connection to the victims, a young man with no fixed address somehow came to this city, and inexplicably chose that school and those girls to launch a violent knife attack that took the life of one and left the other seriously injured. In the days following, the rumours and theories have been rampant, especially on social media. In the absence of immediate answers to so many questions – the overriding one being “Why?” – it is understandable that there is concern over public safety, particularly for students in schools. However, it is vital that this incident – as terrifying and traumatic as it is – is in sharp perspective. We say: There are kept This is a first in B.C. societal lessons schools, and among few deadly incidents in to be learned and such all of Canada in contemrealities faced porary times. It is not in any way representative of the overall public safety in that community, or this country. This was a random act, impossible to anticipate. The accused man could have easily chosen his targets at a mall, on a playing field, or on the street. Do we really want to heed calls to turn our schools into locked institutions, with metal detectors at the doors and guards in the hall? Do such measures not telegraph the message that young people – in an environment of learning and enlightenment – actually live in a dangerous, violent place where they should be fearful and distrustful? As bitter and painful as this is, there are societal lessons to be learned here and realities to be understood. Vengeance at this point is justifiably instinctive, but it’s not preventive. If indeed the accused turns out to be homeless, with an acute, untreated mental illness, how can such individuals be identified early, and intervention applied before they commit senseless, brutal violence? This man must have walked a very dark path. We know where it led, but we don’t know how. And that is crucial if we vow that a wonderful, vibrant teen will be the last such victim. More locked doors, more police, and harsher punishment for offenders may provide a sense of greater security, but the social guarantee is thin. That is the future challenge before us. But for now, we reach out to two unimaginably stricken families, and we grieve. – Abbotsford News
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media and the algorithms they use. Did you know that your Facebook news feed shows you stories and advertisements that it thinks you will be interested in. So if you have been laughing at Trump propaganda and clicking through hate on Hillary Clinton articles, you will see more of the same on your news feed and the views from the other side will get lost in the shuffle. I have to actively look on sources outside of Facebook (which I do anyway, it’s kind of my job), otherwise I get caught in an endless spiral that affirms what I already think, without any views from the opposition. It is kind of scary. Now, maybe all of the media coverage has blown this election out of proportion. How much power does the president actually have anyway? We will see what changes in the next four years, for better or worse, all we can do up here is wait, shake our heads and write opinion columns that won’t do much of anything.
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Campbell River Cermaq beat Comox United 3-1 in an intense game on Saturday afternoon on the Robron turf. The win puts Cermaq 8th out of 10 in the Vancouver Island Soccer League’s standings.
Three precious points were earned in a 3-1 win for Campbell River Cermaq, the local men’s premiere team, over Comox at Robron Athletic Turf Field. It was Comox who opened the derby scoring, within the first few minutes of the game. A ball played into the 18-yard box was latched onto by the Comox striker, Riley Murray. The home side put on their heals early. However, a quick counterpunch for Campbell River proved to be pivotal. The ball was moved quickly through half and out wide to skillful striker Wyatt Bryce, who played a great ball across goal and onto the awaiting foot of young star Kellen Arnink. Arnink made no mistake in putting the home team level, and potting his first goal of the 2016/2017 season. Key central additions to the Cermaq team were featured this weekend in Blaze Roberts and Taylor Arbour, two experienced Vancouver Island University players, whose chemistr y and skill together were on display Saturday. They both held the key to unlocking the Comox defense, and eventually a through ball was played
to Arnink, who slid his second of the game past the Comox FC goalkeeper. At halftime, the score was 2-1. Campbell River saw themselves on the back foot to start the second half. Comox carried possession for a majority of the game, creating a lot chances on the Campbell River goal. Goalkeeper Beau-Belle Ourdy was keen to the task, making a number of important saves. Hardwork and notable defensive efforts from both CR Cermaq central defenders, Anthony Seville and Kellen McKellar. Around the 70th minute, Campbell River was able to put the game out of reach. A quick counter-attack saw the ball fall to Blaze Roberts feet inside the Comox 18-yard box. He squeezed a shot past the Comox goalkeeper and into the back of the net. The score finishes 3-1 for the home team. Campbell River get an important three points, moving out of the relegation zone of the Vancouver Island Soccer League table, into 8th position. Campbell River Cermaq travel to Victoria next Sunday to play sixth-place seated, VI Wave Select.
Bantam A Tyees starting the hockey season strong The KLP Construction Bantam A Tyees started the 2016/2017 season out strongly during the tiering round, suffering only one loss to Comox, placing them in the Tier one division for the remainder of the year. The Tyees then headed to Pennisula for their first of four tournaments, and came home tournament champions after strong performances from all the boys. Regular season games started last weekend against Juan De Fuca and the Tyees came out strong scoring the first goal of the game with 10 minutes left in the first period.
Brian Majic and Austin Gurney set up the play and Sam Gale sealed the deal, giving the team the one goal lead. The boys battled hard, and had many scoring opportunities but would be unable to score again in the first. Juan De Fuca would get their first goal of the game at 17:28 in the second period, tying the game at one a piece. The game would not stay tied for long as Logan Chapdelaine and Robert Gurney assisted Parker Bell in scoring the second Tyee goal of the game. Juan De Fuca battled back scoring two quick
goals and ending the second period with a 3-2 lead. Goalie Jared McAneeley, along with his teammates worked hard to fend off the opposition, but Juan de Fuca would score three more goals in the third, ending the game in a 6-2 loss for the Tyees. The team heads off to Penticton this weekend where they hope to claim their second tournament victory. Tanner Swift hoists the Bantam A Tyees first tournament trophy of the season in Pennisula.
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The team from Campbell River will be competing in Kelowna on Nov. 20-26
The two teams representing B.C. at the Travelers Curling Club Championships next month will be on home soil. The Kelowna Curling Club will host the 14 men’s teams and 14 women’s teams competing in the national championships. Both B.C. teams hail from the North Island after the region swept the BC Club Challenge in Richmond in April. The B C Women’s
Champions hail from Campbell River Curling Club and Comox Valley Curling Centre. The team is composed of Kim Jonsson, Lonnie Schopp, Mickey Colburn and Yvette Green. The BC Men’s Champions hail from the Comox Valley Curling Centre. The team is composed of Ron Schmidt, Norm Coté, Craig Bernes and Darren Richards. Ron Schmidt said, “We will wear our BC colours with great pride. “We are so looking forward to playing in a week long event against competitive teams from across the country. I’m sure we’ll make new friends and enjoy the festivities and sportsmanship. We hear from past participants what a great
event it always is. We are ready!” Mickey Colburn said, “We’re looking forward to meeting other teams, exploring the area (if we have time) and to competing! It is very exciting to be representing B.C.!” The Kelowna Curling Club will host the Championships from Nov. 20-26. The eighth annual championship is sure to be a memorable one. This event is the ultimate experience for club curlers and all provincial and territorial champions receive a championship banner to hang proudly in their home club. Each year, the Travelers Curling Club Championship holds a contest for clubs to raise the most money in support
The B.C. women’s champions hail from Campbell River Curling Club and Comox Valley Curling Centre and is composed of Kim Jonsson, Lonnie Schopp, Mickey Colburn and Yvette Green.
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that the values and beliefs enjoyed by Canadians were being threatened. They truly believed that “Without freedom there can be no ensuring peace and without peace no enduring freedom.”
We must remember. If we do not, the sacrifice of those one hundred thousand Canadian lives will be meaningless. They died for us, for their homes and families and friends, for a collection of traditions they cherished and a future they believed in; they died for Canada. The meaning of their sacrifice rests with our collective national consciousness; our future is their monument.
of the world. Our closest physical and emotional experience may be the discovery of wartime memorabilia in a family attic. But even items such as photographs, uniform badges, medals, and diaries can seem vague and unconnected to the life of their owner. For those of us born during peacetime, all wars seem far removed from our daily lives.
These wars touched the lives of Canadians of all ages, all races, all social classes. Fathers, sons, daughters, sweethearts: they were killed in action, they were wounded, and thousands who returned were forced to live the rest of their lives with the physical and mental scars of war. The people who stayed in Canada also served—in factories, in voluntary service organizations, wherever they were needed.
The meaning of their sacrifice rests with our collective national consciousness; our future is their monument.
By remembering their service and their sacrifice, we recognize the tradition of freedom these men and women fought to preserve. They believed that their actions in the present would make a significant difference for the future, but it is up to us to ensure that their dream of peace is realized. On Remembrance Day, we acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of those who served their country and acknowledge our responsibility to work for the peace they fought hard to achieve.
We often take for granted our Canadian values and institutions, our freedom to participate in cultural and political events, and our right to live under a government of our choice. The Canadians who went off to war in distant lands went in the belief
During times of war, individual acts of heroism occur frequently; only a few are ever recorded and receive official recognition. By remembering all who have served, we recognize their willinglyendured hardships and fears, taken upon themselves so that we could live in peace.
Yet for many of us, war is a phenomenon seen through the lens of a television camera or a journalist’s account of fighting in distant parts
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Hazen Patton When I was sixteen years old I volunteered to serve my country in the army. "Oh Hazen! You'll never come back!" said Lena, my youngest sister, when I went off to war. Mrs. Johnson, our neighbor, sat outside and cried as Father and I drove past in the buggy on the way to the train. Life for me at the army camp in Sussex was like being away at summer camp with a gang of boys. I had never been away from home before. Rows and rows of tents had been set up for the recruits. One night when I came back from swimming, new recruits had come in and more tents added to the hundreds already there. When I tried to find my tent they all looked alike. I kept going back and forth, but had to give up when it got too dark and bunked in with two other guys. In the morning I found my tent. While in Halifax I spent three months in the hospital. One morning I reported sick. The doctor looked at me and thought I had diphtheria, so he isolated me by locking me in the toilet, then forgot about me. There I stayed with no place even to sit but the toilet.
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measles and scarlet fever. Back on duty, we had barracks on the pier. When the biting winter wind blew, it was bitterly cold doing guard duty on the pier in Halifax. This, after the contagious diseases sent me back to the hospital. While I was in the hospital my unit went overseas, so I was sent with the next unit. We landed in France on August 13, 1916. I was with the Fourth Division of the Canadian army. My job was handling mules in the Horse Transport of the Eleventh Field Ambulance Corps. We hadn't been in France very long when I felt something crawling on me. I took off my shirt and found a louse. It was the first one I had ever seen, and it made me feel sick. I took my shirt off and burned it. It wasn't long until I was lousy again and they stayed with us while we were in France. Now I was out a shirt. But that wasn't the worst. In the trenches boards would be laid over the mud. We would spread our blankets over the boards and lay down to sleep. Then the rats would run over us. There were hordes of them. When there were no trenches we would dig a hole to protect us from shells. I remember one night, I got in my hole and when the shell fire started, I felt as though I was on top of the ground. I sure felt safer when two fellows who had not bothered to dig holes climbed in on top of me. We were in France for eighteen months before we had any leave, Scram, Spud and I. Something always happened to keep us
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Scram, Hazen, Spud from it. Sometimes all leaves would be cancelled because of a big drive. Sometimes there were so many casualties that there would be a complete re-organization. So there were eighteen long months of active service before we got to Paris. It is not hard to understand that we were ready for a little celebrating. When we went for a ride in a horse drawn cab, Scram sat with the driver. When the driver stopped and got out for something Scram took the reins and started off. The French driver came running after us waving his arms and yelling. He soon caught up with us and took it very well. The French people were very friendly to the soldiers, and couldn't do enough for us. We strolled in the parks along the banks of the Seine, went up in the Eiffel Tower and visited Napoleon's tomb. We saw some of the famous shows and enjoyed the company of the charming French girls. At the end of our two weeks we couldn't bear to go back to the front, so we just stayed on in Paris for another two weeks. Back to camp then there was
Towards the end of the war the Germans were retreating. We got into a French town where the French people had evacuated and left everything. There were even chickens running around, so we had delicious chicken stew. The beds looked so comfortable after sleeping on the ground, that another fellow and I decided to sleep upstairs in a bed instead of going in the basement as we were ordered. In the night, a shell came bursting through the house covering us with plaster and boards. We got up fast, put on our gas masks and ran for the basement. The next day, I had my mules pulling the water wagon. There was one crossroad where the Germans had a direct line on us. Each outfit had to take their turn going through. Many were hit. Each of us waited our turn then went through with the mules on the run. Once when I had the mules as a lead team for the horse ambulance, a shell killed one of the horses and put a big gash in one of my mules. The only thing that saved us that time, was the mud. The shell hit into the mud and didn't blow up as it was supposed to. At Ypres we were taking turns pulling ambulances to and from the front lines. The mules needed oats, so I went back to headquarters to get some. The mules traveled fast to headquarters, but coming back up the line it was hard to get him to go. He was so slow that our ambulance missed its turn. The ambulance that took our place was hit by a shell and everything was blown to pieces. The slow old mule saved me that time. When Armistice was signed at 11 AM, November 11, I9I8, we could hardly believe it. There had been a couple of false alarms when we had celebrated, but now the war was really over. - Submitted by: Betty Morgan
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Vice-Admiral Harry George DeWolf Your Campbell River sea cadet corps is named after the most highly decorated Canadian naval officer of the Second World War, he served from September 22 , 1918 to May 25, 1961, and his 42 years of superb service epitomized the spirit of adventure we all seek. Vice-Admiral Harry DeWolf won a near legendary reputation for skill and daring as a Canadian destroyer captain in the operations which preceded D-Day in 1944. Born in Bedford, Nova Scotia, in 1903 he joined the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) as a cadet in 1918 to attend the Royal Naval College of Canada in Esquimalt, British Columbia. From 1921 until 1925, he conducted his training with the Royal Navy (RN) in the battleship His Majesty’s Ship (HMS) Resolution followed by training courses in RN schools, as well as service at sea with the RN and RCN. In 1928, he specialized in navigation, attending the Long Navigation Course at HMS Dryad in England, followed by further seagoing and staff appointments with both the RN and RCN. Specializing in navigation, he served in Canadian destroyers and at Naval Headquarters in Ottawa before attending the Royal Navy Staff College at Greenwich in 1937. From there he was appointed to the staff of the Flag Officer, First Cruiser Squadron in the Mediterranean. Early in the Second World War he commanded the Canadian destroyer St. Laurent and took part in the evacuation of the BEF from France. Later, while on anti-submarine patrol in the North Atlantic, he rescued 859 survivors of the SS Arandora Star, a liner carrying German and Italian prisoners, which had been torpedoed by a U-boat. He later became Chief of Staff to the Commanding Officer, Atlantic Coast, at Halifax, and then Director of Plans at Naval Headquarters, Ottawa. In 1943, following staff appointments in both Halifax and Ottawa, he assumed command of the Tribal-class destroyer His Majesty’s Canadian Ship Haida, a ship that would come to define his legacy as a warrior and itself become known as the “Fightingest Ship in the Royal Canadian Navy.” During his 14 months in command, which included the Arctic convoys and destroyer actions in the English Channel, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship Haida participated in the sinking of 14 enemy ships. As a result, Vice-Admiral DeWolf was awarded a Distinguished Service Order (DSO) for gallantry, a Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) for courage and skill in action against German destroyers, and was twice the subject of a Mention in Dispatches for bravery, courage and determination in the face of the enemy. Commissioning Haida in August 1943, he was soon involved with operations in northern waters. With three other Canadian Tribals, he was part of the screening force for the Russian convoy that lured Scharnhorst to her death and was one of the first to have the German battlecruiser in his sights. De Wolf sighted one of them trying to escape and, setting course across a British minefield, made to intercept. His first salvo set the enemy ship ablaze though her guns continued to fire. De Wolf pressed his attack until they were silenced and the ship was sinking. Three nights later, in company with Athabaskan, he made contact with two Elbings whom he immediately engaged. Almost at once, Athabaskan was hit by a torpedo and sank. Moments later, Haida again gave proof of her superb gunnery by hitting one of the enemy destroyers and driving it onto the rocks of the French coast. There De Wolf left her, hopelessly ablaze, to return to rescue Athabaskan's crew.
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record came when, of all the 500 ships of Canada's wartime navy, Haida was selected to be preserved at Toronto. A consummate leader both ashore and afloat, his exceptional wartime service was recognized with an appointment as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) and as an Officer of the U.S. Legion of Merit. Post-war, he continued to excel, commanding the aircraft carriers His Majesty’s Canadian Ship Warrior and His Majesty’s Canadian Ship Magnificent. Promoted to Rear-Admiral in 1948, he was the Flag Officer Pacific Coast and later Vice Chief of the Naval Staff. He was awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration (CD) in 1950, soon after its creation, to recognize his good conduct throughout his career. In 1952, he was appointed Principle Military Adviser to the Canadian Ambassador to the United States of America and Chairman Canadian Joint Staff in Washington D.C. In 1956, upon promotion to the rank of Vice-Admiral, he was appointed Chief of the Naval Staff, a position he served in until his retirement. Harry DeWolf married, in 1931, to Gwendolen Fowle, of Somerset, Bermuda. She died in 1998. They had a son and a daughter. He died in Ottawa on December 18, 2000, and his ashes were scattered at sea from Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Ville de Québec in 2001. - Submitted by: Colin McPherson, Navy League of Canada, Campbell River Branch, President
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REMEMBRANCE DAY Murray Payne Murray James Payne, who has now passed on, came from the coal mining town of Glace Bay in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Being only 18 his mother was not happy with him enlisting. His brother who was in the Navy, told him to join the army because it would be hard on his mother if they were both away at the same time, his brother thought it would be awhile before army troops would be sent overseas. While on the east coast, after enlisting, he was told that they were looking for volunteers for the British Columbia regiment. After volunteering he was assigned to the service corps and was quite surprised to find out they were shipping out almost immediately. While on the convoy over to England he met a fellow Nova Scotian, Pearlie Penney, and they became fast friends, Pearlie was older and took Murray under his wing. The boat landed 21 days later in 1941 in England and they trained together in Aldershot. Murray was assigned the task of landing a jeep during the landings in Normandy. The drivers were required to carefully waterproof their vehicles in England before the invasion. On 6 June 1944 his landing craft approached the beaches of Normandy, he was the second vehicle in line, as the first vehicle left the landing craft it promptly sank out of sight. The landing craft had stopped in water that was too deep. The helmsman on the landing craft insisted that Murray exit the landing craft, it was apparent that he was not too keen on hanging around the beach longer than he had to. Murray refused to drive off saying he didn't bring this jeep all the way from England just to sink it, Murray said after that he thought he was going to be killed so he couldn't get in anymore trouble by talking back to a higher rank. The helmsman relented and moved to shallower water where the jeep was safely unloaded. After leaving France they passed through Belgium and then to Nijmegen, Holland where they spent six months. By the end of the war they were in Oldenburg Germany, after the armistice they spent seven months in Holland before returning home and being discharged. They ended up on opposite sides of the country and lost touch with each other. Murray came to BC looking for work and wrote to his sweetheart Gloria Marangoni who was in Glace Bay, she came to Vancouver where they were married and then moved to Ucluelet. It was a bit of a shock for Gloria who said it felt like she was at the end of the earth. While living there, they raised 10 kids. Murray's Grocery in Ucluelet still bares his name. Murray would often talk about his buddy Pearlie from the war years. 50 years later, Pearlie's grandson, Ron, who had often heard Pearlie talk about Murray, decided to enter Murray's name in an internet phone book. One of the first numbers to come up turned out to be the right one. After 50 years, they met up in Victoria for a 10 day visit that was definitely one of the highlights of their lives. - Submitted by: Raymond Roy Thank you to all Honouring who served and
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• Remembrance Day was first observed in 1919 throughout the British Commonwealth. It was originally called “Armistice Day” to commemorate armistice agreement that ended the First World War on Monday, November 11, 1918, at 11 a.m.—on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.
• From 1921 to 1930, Armistice Day was held on the Monday of the week in which November 11 fell. In 1931, Alan Neill, Member of Parliament for Comox-Alberni, introduced a bill to observe Armistice Day only on November 11. Passed by the House of Commons, the bill also changed the name to “Remembrance Day”. The first Remembrance Day was observed on November 11, 1931. • Every year on November 11, Canadians pause in a moment of silence to honour and remember the men and women who have served, and continue to serve Canada during times of war, conflict and peace. We remember the more than 1,500,000 Canadians who have served throughout our nation’s history and the more than 118,000 who made the ultimate sacrifice. • The poppy is the symbol of Remembrance Day. Replica poppies are sold by the Royal Canadian Legion to provide assistance to Veterans. • Remembrance Day is a federal statutory holiday in Canada.
To all of our veterans, we say “thanks”. At Interfor, we appreciate the sacrifice of the countless veterans who have done so much to protect our country’s freedom. Among their many virtues, these men and women serve with honour and integrity. At Interfor, we understand the importance of integrity – it is one of our company’s core values and is central to everything we do.
• The national ceremony is held
at the National War Memorial in Ottawa. The Governor General of Canada presides over the ceremony. It is also attended by the Prime Minister, other government officials, representatives of Veterans’ organizations, diplomatic representatives, other dignitaries, Veterans as well as the general public.
• In advance of the ceremony, long columns of Veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, RCMP officers, and cadets march to the memorial lead by a pipe band and a colour guard. At the end of the ceremony, they march away to officially close the ceremony. • Some of the 54 Commonwealth member states, such as Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia, observe the tradition of Remembrance Day on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. Other nations observe a solemn day but at different dates. For example, ANZAC Day is observed in New Zealand on April 25. In South Africa, Poppy Day is marked on the Sunday that falls closest to November 11. • Many nations that are not members of the Commonwealth also observe Remembrance Day on November 11, including France, Belgium and Poland. • The United States used to commemorate Armistice Day on November 11. However, in 1954 they changed the name to Veterans Day.
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My family has a long history of serving in the military and defending our country. In fact I grew up on military bases, Calgary Curry Park Alberta, Camp Borden Ontario, and Petawawa Ontario. Remembrance Day for me, is a very important day in which I reflect on how my forefathers served their country, our Canada. My undying respect for them and their fellow soldiers shall never be forgotten.
My father, Ernest Charles Carpenter 2nd, was enlisted in the army for 26 years and was awarded a medal by the Queen of England herself at a special honouring
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held at the Governor General's home in Ottawa in 1965. He began his career in the military in the Aerodrome Defense Coy and was later in the Canadian Dental Corps as a Chief Warrant Officer1. He passed away in 1984. I am so proud of every one of them for their service to our country. While all have passed away now, they are never forgotten.
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My grandmother, Minnie Carpenter, who was a war bride, held the distinction of the longest serving
My grandfather on my mothers side, Wesley Cunningham, lost his leg serving in the Canadian Army during World War 1.
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My grandfather on my fathers side, Ernest Carpenter 1st, served with the Canadian Army in World War 1, as a Sapper with the Canadian Engineers Regiment, also known as the 3rd Brigade, 1st Division. He was at Normandy where he was wounded. He was acknowledged personally by Britain's King George V who spoke to him about his service to Canada. I have copies of his military diary that each man was given, and it tells a very interesting story of his life in the military. My grandfather passed away on July 7th, 1960.
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Among those whom the future King specially noticed in the gathering was a war veteran. Sapper Carpenter of Alta Vista, who was a member of the 3rd Brigade, 1st Division. Carpenter is now postmaster of Alta Vista, but is still suffering severely from wounds and shell shock. His Royal Highness spoke a few words to the wounded veteran and asked particulars of his war service.
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by John McCrae, May 1915
In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. In memory of those who gave their lives so that we may live in peace.
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REMEMBRANCE DAY Canadian Virtual War Memorial Thanks to the generosity of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, you can now search the Canadian Virtual War Memorial to find where a veteran is buried. This site is a registry of the graves and memorials of more than 116,000 Canadians who served valiantly and gave their lives for their country.
To all those who have, who are and who will serve, we say THANK YOU.
• You can search by full Given Name or part of the Given Name. • Separate multiple Given Names by a space. Do not use commas or periods.
The purpose of the Canadian Virtual War Memorial (CVWM) is to recognize and keep alive the memory of the achievements and sacrifices made by those who served Canada in the defence of freedom and so have contributed to the development of Canada as a nation.
• If you are unsure of the exact spelling of the Given Name, try using the first two or three letters of the Given Name or try using Initial.
The virtual memorial also contains images of individual Canadians and their experiences. You are invited to send us digital images of photographs and memorabilia relevant to Canada’s war dead.
• Multiple Given Names or Initials in the wrong order will cause an inquiry to miss the required record.
To start, search the Canadian Virtual War Memorial by filling out the search form at www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/collections/virtualmem Tips for Searching • Only use information that you are sure about. • Searches are not case sensitive. Search criteria may be entered in upper, lower or mixed case. • A Surname or part of a Surname is required to successfully complete an inquiry. • If you are unsure of the exact spelling of the Surname, try using the first two or three letters of the Surname.
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• A maximum of 500 responses will be provided for each search.
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• At least one Initial should be used. Separate multiple Initials with a space. Do not use commas or periods.
• If the surname contains spaces (e.g. Le Blanc), it may appear in the database with or without the space (Le Blanc or LeBlanc). • If the surname contains a period as in St. Pierre, it will appear in the database as St(space)Pierre. • Try using Wild Cards. A Wild card is a term used to describe a search technique which enables a range of names to be matched from a fragment of a name. “%” can be used to replace a string of text within your search. This technique ensures that the widest range of records are searched in an attempt to find the correct one. Example: Entering a Surname as %donald will return the following search responses: DONALD DONALDSON MACDONALD MCDONALD
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Robert Walker It was around midnight when the corporal came around to the barracks and ordered everyone out to the trench. For what felt like an hour the men huddled in the rain, wearing only their pajamas as planes roared overhead and explosions sounded in the distance.
Walker flew with pilot McInroy. The crew of seven or eight was one of 15 stationed at Skipton at the time. Walker flew to Germany on a Lancaster to drop bombs 15 times between Feb. 1, 1945 and April 26, 1945, according to his flight log.
“You never knew when one was coming down near you,” said Robert Walker.
“I’m not supposed to have that,” he said. Walker was in a corporal's office while the officer was processing the flight log books. The phone rang down the hall and the corporal left Walker alone in the office. “While he was gone I looked over the pile and I saw mine there, so I picked it up and stuck it in my pocket,” he said.
Walker, now 94-years-old, joined the Canadian Airforce in 1944. At the time, enlistment was mandatory and if you didn’t want to join the army you had to choose something else. Walker had heard about the troops sleeping in trenches filled with mud, so he decided to join the airforce instead. He initially trained as a pilot, in single engine Tiger Moths, but when he graduated to dual engine aircraft he wouldn’t get the hang of it. “I don’t know if it had something to do with me,” he said. “I had trouble getting both of the engines running the same speed.” So Walker learned to navigate. After completing training courses at stations across the country, he was called to duty while on his honeymoon in Quebec City. His new wife, Betty, went back to Courtenay, and Walker travelled to Halifax, where he boarded a ship to England. It was jam packed with military personnel. At one point the ship's captain got word that there was an enemy submarine about 50 miles ahead, waiting for the ship.
After mixing up the table to cover up his theft, the corporal returned and had no idea. “I’ve had it all these years and I wasn’t supposed to,” he said. All 15 crews flew out together. Two or three of them wouldn’t come back. “[We were] lucky to get back,” Walker said. He never had to deploy a parachute, though they did have a few close calls. Walker remembers accidentally flying into enemy airspace when returning to base. The navigator made a mistake and suddenly there were anti-aircraft shots exploding behind them.
Upon arrival in England, Walker continued his training at stations in Edinburgh and Glasgow before being stationed in Skipton-on-Swale.
Walker said he jumped up to look behind them, through the dome in the ceiling of the aircraft, and he could see them coming. McInroy dove down 45 degrees and turned towards England.
His very first day at the base he witnessed a plane crash during takeoff. The wing caught, the plane tipped and there was a hug explosion. The only survivor was the rear gunner.
“We got out of their in a hurry,” Walker said. Walker also remembers crash landing at the base with a live bomb
“They were going to sink us,” Walker remembers. “He turned 90 degrees south and then went along so far and then went back up again and got away from it.”
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on board. He said they couldn’t get rid of it, they kept trying until they ran out of fuel and ended up landing with it. Luckily it didn’t go off. Before every trip off base, the crews gathered in a class room. “You never knew where you were going until you got there and then they would pull a map down,” he said. They would show the crews where they were going and the navigators would have to write down the directions. Walker still has some of the paperwork he did in his seat behind the pilot. There are sheets and sheets with rows and rows of figures, the only technology they had were little metal boxes that had the latitude and longitude running across the top. “It was busy,” he said. “If you didn’t do a good job of it you never came back.” Walker’s daughter asked him is he was ever scared. Walker said he was too busy to be scared. Walker was in Canada, waiting to be reassigned, when the war ended. He joined his wife on Vancouver Island where he worked in Courtenay and Cumberland before moving to Campbell River. Walker was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and he lives on his own in an apartment next to his daughter on their original Campbell River property. - Written by: Jocelyn Doll
The men and women of the Canadian Forces have demonstrated time and again that they will rise to any challenge. Let your Canadian Forces members know you appreciate their service.
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Give pauseon Throughout history, millions of soldiers have marched into wars to protect the freedoms of their countries. Remembrance Day is a solemn time to commemorate those soldiers’ achievements and sacrifices and to pay respects to soldiers who died in battle. In the United States, people honour their present and past military on Veterans’ Day. In British commonwealth countries and territories, including Canada, November 11 is known as Remembrance Day. Since the end of World War I, memorials to remember those of the armed forces who fought in battle and perished in the line of duty have been dedicated on this day.
Armistice Day origins Remembrance Day was once known as Armistice Day because it marks the signing of the armistice that put an end to the hostilities of World War I. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of the year, guns fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare between the Germans and Allied troops. The armistice agreement was signed in a French train carriage at 11 a.m. Later, the carriage where the historic event took place was placed in a specially constructed building to serve as a monument to the defeat of Germany. Although it was moved by German forces and later destroyed during World War II, after that war ended a replacement carriage, correct in every detail, was rededicated on Armistice Day in 1950.
Remembrance Day evolution Armistice Day was renamed Remembrance Day after World War II to commemorate soldiers from both world wars. It is now used as a way to pay homage to any fallen soldier. Each year a national ceremony takes place at the Cenotaph in Whitehall, London, a monument erected as a memorial to soldiers buried elsewhere. The Queen will lay the first wreath at the Cenotaph, while others will leave wreaths and small wooden crosses. In Canada, Remembrance Day is a statutory holiday in many provinces and territories. Official national ceremonies are held at the National War Memorial in Ottawa. Events
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REMEMBRANCE DAY PLEASE WEAR A POPPY by Don Crawford, 1960s
Remembrance Day begin with the tolling of the Carillon in the Peace Tower, during which members of the Canadian Forces participate and congregate at Confederation Square. Similar ceremonies take place in provincial capitals across the country. Very often moments of silence are offered for lost lives.
What about the poppies? One of the unifying symbols of Remembrance Day is the poppy that is worn to honour lost soldiers. The bold, red color of the flower has become an enduring symbol of those who died so that others may be free. The poppy became a symbol for a specific reason. Some of the most concentrated and bloody fighting of World War I took place in Flanders, a region in western Belgium. As a result of the fighting, most signs of natural life had been obliterated from the region, leaving behind mud and not much else. The only living thing to survive was the poppy flower, which bloomed with the coming of the warm weather the year after fighting in the region had ceased. Poppies grow in disturbed soil and can lie dormant in the ground without germinating. Without the war, they may have never come to the surface. John McCrae, a doctor serving with the Canadian Armed Forces, was moved by the vision of poppies flowering in Flanders and wrote a poem titled “In Flanders Fields.” After the poem was published, it received international acclaim, and the poppy became a popular symbol of those lost in battle. Men traditionally wear the poppy on the left side of the chest, where a military medal would be placed. Women wear it on the right side because that is where a widow would wear her husband’s medals.
Remembrance Day is celebrated every year, providing people humbled by the sacrifices of soldiers an opportunity to remember those soldiers’ efforts to secure freedom.
A Poppy is to Remember
We give thanks to our past and current veterans
“Please wear a poppy," the lady said And held one forth, but I shook my head. Then I stopped and watched as she offered them there, Her face was old and lined with care; But beneath the scars the years had made There remained a smile that refused to fade. A boy came whistling down the street, Bouncing along on care-free feet. His smile was full of joy and fun, "Lady," said he, "may I have one?" When she'd pinned it on he turned to say, "Why do we wear a poppy today?" The lady smiled in her wistful way And answered, "This is Remembrance Day, And the poppy there is the symbol for The gallant men who died in war. And because they did, you and I are free That's why we wear a poppy, you see." "I had a boy about your size, With golden hair and big blue eyes. He loved to play and jump and shout, Free as a bird he would race about. As the years went by he learned and grew and became a man - as you will, too." "He was fine and strong, with a boyish smile, But he'd seemed with us such a little while When war broke out and he went away. I still remember his face that day When he smiled at me and said, Goodbye, I'll be back soon, Mom, so please don't cry." "But the war went on and he had to stay, And all I could do was wait and pray. His letters told of the awful fight, (I can see it still in my dreams at night), With the tanks and guns and cruel barbed wire, And the mines and bullets, the bombs and fire." "Till at last, at last, the war was won And that's why we wear a poppy son." The small boy turned as if to go, Then said, "Thanks, lady, I'm glad to know. That sure did sound like an awful fight, But your son - did he come back all right?" A tear rolled down each faded check; She shook her head, but didn't speak. I slunk away in a sort of shame, And if you were me you'd have done the same; For our thanks, in giving, if oft delayed, Though our freedom was bought - and thousands paid!
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A look back It was commonly anticipated that gas would be used as a weapon. As a consequence, much effort was expended in equipping both service personnel and civilians with suitable counter-measures. This tin of anti-gas ointment was a military issue item, intended for use on skin contaminated by Mustard Gas. Like most Mustard Gas antidotes of the era, it relies upon a strong alkaline content to neutralize the gas residue. Ointment, Anti-Gas No 2 consisted of a mixture of Chloramine-T and vanishing cream.
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During WW11, the Canadian Government felt it was necessary to ration certain goods. This was done to ensure there was a large enough supply to meet both military and civilian needs. Food rationing came into effect for Canadian civilians in 1942. More than 11 million ration books were distributed. Typical items that were on the ration list included meat, butter, sugar, tea and coffee.
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Many soldiers wrote journals, diaries or letters in the trenches of war. A lot of them wrote where they could and where the war would allow them the time.
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Remembering those who serve.
We will not forget
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In life one man can seldom see His impact in society Our soldiers fight to blinded eyes To allow us all to live our lives Taking up arms against a foe To save us from the pain they know To give us all out liberty They bear the brunt of misery No greater duty can one bear An act of courage few would dare Endless sacrifices for 4 years Keeping back our greatest fears November 11th is a day of love To remember those now up above Men and women far too great To be remembered upon one date No words bring justice to their fight But I will try with all my might To bring them honour for the days They fought to alay such evil ways No act of love could be so grand As one brave soldier’s final stand So now I will say at last We must remember what has past Those who have died and those who live And all the thanks to them we give They are all those who meet the call Preserving good for one and all So on this day I ask you pray For heroes of our memory Thank for your sacrifice It was this act that gave us life.
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Campbell River honours veterans for their service, commitment and sacrifice. We are grateful for all you have done. Mayor & Council
My Dad and his big brother who did their duty and both came back home to become fathers, farmers and all round great Dads, both are now gone but never forgotten. The memorial wreath is fresh, homemade from my garden and hangs on my cross in front of the 50th Parallel with my Godfather's bugle below, lest we forget. - Submitted by: Mr. Jim Young
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My grandfather, Alexander Laird was killed at the Battle of the Somme on October 2, 1916. He was 44 years old. He was born in Durham, England in 1872 and came from a family of coal miners. He was determined to escape this life and went to work on the freighters instead. He enlisted in the Boer War and fought there for 2 years, leaving a wife and infant son behind. On his return he resumed work as a deck hand and discovered and fell in love with Victoria, BC. He and his wife and 6 children immigrated there in 1912 and he went to work on the docks. In the Spring of 1916 he came home from the Pub to announce he had enlisted in the Canadian Expeditionary Force and in May of that year he left his wife and children, including a baby daughter to go off to France and “help the boys save England”. He wrote home on October 1st, 1916, telling his wife and children not to worry, that his officers were great and they were really making the “Hun” run. He was killed the following day. No remains were found and his name is on the monument at Ypres, “A.Laird”. His namesake, his great grandson is Laird Ruehlen, the Principal of Ecole Phoenix Middle School and the grandson of the baby daughter Alexander left behind. - Submitted by Linda Ruehlen
John Stanton Babock served from February 1943 to November 1945 as Lieutenant in the US Army Air core 314TC. He carried troops and supplies as required to Engla nd and France. He honeymooned in Campbell River which he sai d was the finest place on earth.
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On August 14, 1945, it was announced that Japan had surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, effectively ending World War 11. Since then, both August 14 and August 15 have been known as “Victoryover Japan Day,” or simply “V-J Day.” The term has also been used for September 2, 1945, when Japan’s formal surrender took place aboard the U.S.S. Missouri, anchored in Tokyo Bay. Coming several months after the surrender of Nazi Germany, Japan’s capitulation in the Pacific brought six years of hostilities to a final and highly anticipated close.
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respect her for that, but they also know that she is really a big softy. How are you and your character similar or different? I definitely rule my home life with a ruler, much to the chagrin of my daughter, so that’s one thing. I also like order. Even though she’s a fictional character, I also believe my faith has helped me through and guided me in my life. On the other hand, I certainly don’t wear a habit when I seek the spotlight! Beth Miller – Sister Mary Hubert How would you describe your character? Definitely she wants to take control of everything, and she wants to be the star. She thinks she can run the show better than anyone else. How are you and your character similar or different?
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Georgina Muir passed away at the age of 101 in New Westminster on Sunday, October 30, 2016. She was born on July 5, 1915 in Roland, Manitoba. Georgina was predeceased by Marvin Westrum in 1950 and Donald Muir in 1997. She was also predeceased by her twins Dennis Westrum and Dianne Middleton and her granddaughter Susan Middleton. She is survived by her son-in-law Larry Middleton and eleven grandchildren. No Celebration of Life as per request.
ēČĊđĎēĊ ĒĆėĞ ĊēďĊĘęĔėċ September 29, 1920 - November 4, 2016 Angeline was born in Yorkton Sask. Sept. 29, 1920, and passed away Nov. 4, 2016. She is predeceased by her husband Howard and is survived by her daughter Berna Dean and wife Nancy, daughter Beverley Anne, son Michael, grandchildren Brittany (David), Nicole (Joel), Alex and greatgranddaughters Norah and Lucy. Angeline began her life in Yorkton, Sask. and married Howard Benjestorf in 1941. She followed her husband across Canada during his tenure with the R.C.A.F. During that time she served as a Civil Servant Secretary on the several RCAF bases where Howard was posted. The last posting was the Comox Air Force Base. At the end of the war they decided to make their home in the Courtenay/ Campbell River area and ventured into forming a log hauling company. Angeline did secretarial work at the Evergreen Elementary and Discovery Passage Schools. After retiring in 1984, they enjoyed travelling to many countries and enjoyed winters in Hawaii and Palm Springs. Angeline was a member of the Hospital Auxiliary, Red Cross, Blood Donor Clinic, Eastern Star, Daughters of the Nile and Tirzah Club. She loved her family and friends, music, sewing; crafting, skating, playing badminton and she tried hard to play bridge! She made many life long friendships and will be remembered for her sense of humour and a smile for everyone. The family would like to thank the staff of Berwick by the Sea, the staff of 2 North and Dr. Pinsloo at Campbell River Hospital. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made to the Campbell River Hospital Foundation if you wish. By her request, there will be no service. Mom hates to miss a party!
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Predeceased by her son, H. Allen Thompson in 2007. She is survived by her daughter, Shawn (Bob) Brown, grandchildren, Timothy (Angela) Thompson, Michael Thompson, Carolanne (Gene) Holly, Julie Paone, David (Elaine) Hudock, 8 greatgrandchildren and 2 great-great-grandsons. Donations to be sent to the Canadian Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.
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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our daughter, Tracey Anne, survived by her parents Cliff & Anne, brothers, Ian (Linda) & Nevil (Heather) and relatives in England and Texas. Grateful thanks to Dr. Robert Sutherland for his long time care of Tracey and all the staff in the ICU at the Campbell River Hospital. We also wish to thank all the staff at Communitas and the wonderful caregivers at Colwyn House, both the previous and present, Sheryl Hagen, Anna Krause, Jamie Lee and all the people who supported Tracey. She graduated from Point Grey High School (Vancouver) and had a great love for friends, family and her pet dog, Mac. She dealt with her illness with courage and never complained. Now, she is at peace and relieved of her medical problems after a life well lived. A tea will be at Sutton’s Campbell River Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 1:30pm.
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Ernist Lyle Somerville 1932 - 2001 Time has gone by so fast. It’s been 15 years that have slipped by and it seems like just a short time ago when we were all together for your 65th birthday party. There is not a day gone by that all of the good time we did have in the 25 years, we had together. If there is a life here after, then I know you and your grandson C.J. and your son Dennis will be waiting for the rest of us “God willing.” With lots of love, Margaret, Sherry, Missy, John and all who knew you so well.
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If yellow roses grow in Heaven, Lord, please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my husband’s arms and tell him they’re from me. Tell him I love and miss him and when he turns to smile, Place a kiss upon his cheek and hold him for awhile. Because remembering him is easy, I do it every day. There is an ache in my heart that will never go away.
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Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. We will always miss you. You’re in our hearts always Michael. Love Mom, Dad, Kris & Terra, nephew Jack, Grandma and all the family and friends.
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Changes imposed on museum society concern city councillor KRISTEN DOUGLAS CAMPBELL RIVER MIRROR
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Changes being dictated by the province as to how societies operate may create “issues” for the city, according to one councillor. The new Societies Act is being imposed on the Museum at Campbell River and will directly affect the museum’s relationship with the city, according to Elle Brovold, the city’s property manager. At Monday’s council meeting, Coun. Ron Kerr said he needed more time to look over the changes and suggested council delay signing off on the
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The first step to crafting wreaths is to gather the foundation pieces. This usually involves a sturdy material that will serve as the wreath round. It can be vine, foam, branches, or even wire. You’ll also need decorative items that fit the theme of your wreath. These may be berries, ornaments, ribbons, bows, and other trinkets that will be attached to the wreath. Florist wire and tape can be used to attach the ornaments to the wreath. “SAY CHEESE” WREATH Purchase a premade evergreen wreath or wrap boughs of pine around a wreath frame to make your own. Glue or tie on small wooden frames with photos of the family to the wreath. Fill in the barren spots with small bows and ornaments. Fruitful wreath Instead of an evergreen wreath, create something festive and edible. Fruit and vegetables in vibrant colors can be used to fashion a wreath. Use picks or wire to attach oranges, lemons, limes, clementines, and any other produce desired to a foam wreath. Use leaves to fill in sparse areas and a thick ribbon to hang the wreath.
was recommended due to the conflict of interest it creates.” The second change mandated by the new Act is the removal of a clause that dictates what should happen to the museum’s possessions should it cease to exist. Brovold said the clause currently states that it is the City of Campbell River that would take over the museum’s assets should it dissolve its operations. She added that even with that clause removed, it would still follow logic that the city would become the primary recipient of the museum’s materials
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changes until they can be further discussed at council’s next Committee of the Whole meeting. “I think there’s some issues involved here that would be better researched and then discussed at the next COW meeting,” Kerr said. One notable change is that the Act will not allow council to have a liaison to the museum’s board of trustees. “The first proposed change to the museum’s bylaws is the removal of the requirement that a city councillor be appointed to the museum’s board,” Brovold said. “This amendment
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should it ever close its doors. “The primary purpose of this process is to ensure that the assets remain within the public domain,” Brovold said. “As such, should the museum cease to exist, the city would remain the logical recipient of these assets even without the inclusion of this clause.” The museum’s board approved the ne w changes to its constitution at its board meeting in September. Now the museum is waiting on city council to approve the changes so that the museum can bring the changes to its members at its Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for April, 2017. Coun. Larry Samson suggested that council invite either a museum staff or board member to council’s Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss the changes which are expected to go into effect Nov. 28.
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A Thulin Street resident has been given until January to remove a hedge that the city says is a safety threat. Steve Mitchell was told last month that he had 30 days to cut down his 1.5 metre tall (fivefeet) hedge to no more than one metre, but at the Oct. 11 council meeting, city council agreed to extend that deadline. Mitchell, after consulting with a landscaper, asked the city for the additional time so that instead of removing or cutting down the hedge, he can relocate it elsewhere on his property. Mitchell, who appeared before council Sept. 19 to plead his case, told council he would like to wait until winter to remove the hedge. “If we are going to have to move it, I would request that we do it at a time that gives the hedge the best chance of survival which would be either January or February when the root system would not be active,” Mitchell said. “It would take some of the stress out of it.” Council and city staff agreed to that request and gave Mitchell until Jan. 31, 2017 to comply with the remedial action order originally issued by the city in August. City Clerk Peter Wipper said city staff received a complaint about the hedge, which runs along the corner of Thulin Street and 3rd Avenue, and upon investigation found that it reduces visibility for drivers pulling up to the intersection. The city sent a letter to the property owner on Jan. 13, 2016 ordering the hedge be cut down to no more than one metre in height within 30 days. In August, council issued a remedial action order because the owner had not yet complied with the request. Mitchell appealed the order in September and questioned how city staff interpreted the bylaw regarding sight lines. “It states that we have to be 2.4 metres back from the intersection, it states very clearly ‘the intersection,’” Mitch-
ell told council at the time. “This hedge is 4.3 metres – 14 feet – back from the intersection.” But Wipper told
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Mitchell will now have until the end of January to do so. Wipper told council that if the hedge is not taken
care of prior to that deadline that a city contractor will cut down the hedge at the owner’s expense.
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