To the seasons of life
The BC Government of is leading a working group about the threat of asbestos in the work place; “the number one killer of workers in BC”.
The group is seeking input formal, informal input of any kind on the safe use, handling, removal, abatement and disposal.
Public input can be given through the next few weeks at the BC Ministry of Labour, contact John Blakely.
Black Beard the pirate ( Edward Teach) is killed by the Royal Navy.
When it comes it can be something to manage File photo KDG
Situations can go bad fast in weather be prepared and think thing through. Video cams at the Drive BC site over conditions seen in real time.
The Canadian Broadcasting Company is formed.
Campaign office that Dean Morrison worked at in 2013:file photo
The crime stoppers organization has handbills out concerning the missing person Dean Morrison. The local Merritt resident and father of three was 44 years old when last seen on October 22nd 2013.
Dean was working at the Stump lake ranch after spending time as a volunteer in the campaign of a long time established politician.
Crime stoppers have a confidential system for people to report information they have about possible crimes.
Most programs also accept anonymous tips online using our secure and encrypted web-tip form. Select your community tab below.
Web tip or telephone tip, you will never be identified.
We don’t use call display.
We don’t want your name, phone number or email address … we only want your information.
You will never have to testify in court.
You could receive a cash reward of up to $2000 upon an arrest and charge.
Editors Note: Since Crime Stoppers is as its name suggests a prosecution tool, and a vigorous defence may compel all witness involvement then it follows that any action should be soberly considered. The best reward to contemplate would be compassion for the family. PP
Regrets
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Schools back today watch for speed zones, a moment of inattention can be a lifetime of regret.
On this Day September 5th 1836
Sam Houston becomes the first elected President of Texas.
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The gasoline price is at $1.10.9 cents a liter today a day before the long week end starts. The price represents a stable driving season and a management attitude by consumers. The absence of the McMurray fire this year may have something to do with it and the Shell Station off Belshaw Avenue has not gone without supply as yet this season as was the case last season. At this writing a fuel truck is delivering there for the weekend.
The drought sign has gone up from normal meaning conditions are dryer act accordingly.
Gas buddy says that all Merritt gas stations are on price. The average price is $1.22.3 and the lowest is 94.9 in BC. Trending up…
On this Day: August 3rd 1859
The American Dental association is founded.
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The United States adopted its flag on June 14th 1777. It has gained associated credibility in number of conflicts and lost some of it in others. The equality of people was supported in the US revolution, being self evident. Further no taxation without representation and other ideals it has stood for have made for a bloody and conflict ridden path for “old glory” to follow in the pursuit of freedom.
The US is also one of the most incarcerating countries in the world and is less forgiving to those that mix up liberty with licence.
Editors note: US incarceration rate is 716 persons per 100 thousand, they hold 22 percent of the world prisoners, and spent approaching 80 billion in 2007. The US is less then 5 percent of the worlds population. 2007 US Justice
2017: 660 odd to 100,000
On this Day: June 14th 1946
Donald Trump born, Jamaica Medical Center NY.
Pay attention
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The law enforcers are viewing the month of March as distracted driving month. Fines are big and patience little. Its not just cell phones its anything from emotional upset to…
The point is pay the required amount of attention to driving…
On this Day: March 24th 1837
Canadian men of African extraction given the right to vote…
Coutlee and Voght
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Some intersections have limited visibility, if someone misses the stop sign there is very little time to react.
Editors note: We believe that when approaching a limited visibility intersection the practice of taking your foot off the gas pedal and covering the brake with your foot will give you a split second that could make a difference .
On this Day: January 31st 1930
Scotch Tape is introduced to the market.
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On this Day: December 30th 2009:
A pipeline ruptures in China dumping 150 thousand liters of Diesel into the Yellow River.
Even a small fence make a boundary against guessing
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Stable people are at a premium and to grow stability a virtue. Changeable is not always the same as adjusted, and adjusted not the same as successful but knowing your limitations will help you to rely on the stable.
The two dimensions or axes, extraversion-introversion and emotional stability-instability, define four quadrants. These are made up of:
- Stable extroverts (sanguine qualities such as outgoing, talkative, responsive, easygoing, lively, carefree, leadership)
- Unstable extroverts (choleric qualities such as touchy, restless, excitable, changeable, impulsive, irresponsible)
- Stable introverts (phlegmatic qualities such as calm, even-tempered, reliable, controlled, peaceful, thoughtful, careful, passive)
- Unstable introverts (melancholic qualities such as quiet, reserved, pessimistic, sober, rigid, anxious, moody. Source Wikipedia/Eysenck personality….
If you are quiet or loud, life’s for you or against you stability will be the better choice.
On this day: September 29th 1977
Wade Brookbank Canadian ice hockey player born.
Power pole replaced on Merritt Ave
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Last week saw a marked power pole replaced
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The core sampling by rebel contracting saw a pole replaced on Merritt Avenue at the parking lot of the Lawn Bowling club. the pole had once been braced by a steel beam and recent core sampling saw it condemned.
On this Day: August 24th 1936
The Antarctic Australian treaty is created.
Where would ranch’s be without horses
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Corn grown in the Nicola Valley Photo KDG
A little home on the range went to feedlots….
The Nicola Valley Ranch Rodeo, the other rodeo is being advertised for the 27th of August at the Rodeo grounds south of Merritt. Merritt has had a labour day weekend rodeo for 58 years including the one coming up on the 3rd and 4th of September.
Merritt area has had many small rodeos at ranch’s and reserves over time. there was once a suicide run on a very step hill at the Upper Nicola Bands Douglas Lake reserve. It was discontinued because of injury and the possibility of cruelty to horses.
The rodeo bunch are civilized here now however an event can still become tragic if not properly managed. Merritt has produced clowns to manage bulls in riding events.
People like Bob Barker from the price is right have been instrumental in making change to attitudes that may effect stock and the way people perceive responsibility to them. Hollywood has also softened toward the use of livestock in movies. We invite the public to take an interest in the Nicola Valleys animals husbandry and attitudes that actions generate.
Local horses up for weather
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The ranch rodeo is advertised as free admission and an 8:30 AM start on the 27th. The pro rodeo on the long weekend is a prize granting event; info is available at: http://nicolavalleyprorodeo.com/
On this Day: August 11th 1968
The final steam powered train operates on British rail.
Hey Merit what do you say?
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