LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
- March 27, 2007
To The Editor;
Since 1995 I have been taking pictures of the chem trails being dumped above Lynnwood Mobile Home Park and over our town of Princeton as well as other areas in the Okanagan, Similkameen and Fraser Valley.
While pointing to the patterns from white plumes in the sky I am shocked at the ignorance of those who don't hesitate to say, 'Oh, don't you know they are just contrails from the engine exhaust of jet planes?'
So I pose another question, 'When have you ever seen domestic or international planes (who do leave contrails for a very short time) flying less than 10 or 15,000 feet making Xs and Os, canes, grid patterns and parallel lines that don't dissipate, but fan out to make a cloud cover for a military operation?'
My next question pertains to their knowledge about the One World Government's 'Population Sustainability plot' where they want to reduce it to less than 500 million people worldwide.
I have found very few people like myself who for the past 30 years or more have been studying the 'New World Order' plan for a One World Government, setting up the United Nations as the Shadow Government for the Money Masters.
There are 77,853 web pages on one Internet source of worldwide information on the chem trails plus many others. I recommend the site that pertains mostly to the research and ill effects on Canadians, - http://www.details here.com/chemtrails3.htm. or just ask Google.
The U.N. have a fleet of 550 KC135 tanker planes that contain enormous sized aerosol canisters, manufactured in Abbotsford, B.C. that have been bombarding the entire North American Continent with deadly poisons.
Two brothers, an aircraft maintenance engineer and an aerospace welder/fabricator, were told they were building special equipment for the US Air Force.
Being suspicious and very curious they learned the equipment for that project was an aerosol spray system to deliver biochemical warfare. Another boss lied, saying the equipment was to spray insects.
The brothers had extensive training and experience with metallurgy and knew the expensive alloys and specially-machined parts would not be used for insect repellent because the nozzles had to be replaced every six uses. Also the holding and surge tanks were so large plus the pumps so huge there would be enough spray in one aircraft to kill every living creature in all of Canada with one pass and they had a contract to build 11 systems.
The brothers and other employees refused to be a party to their evil plan so they quit. Some bosses and U.S. Military people warned them to keep silent. They utilize their time by talking to politicians and others.
The U.N. recently announced that they have worn out a fleet of planes and pleaded for someone to finance the replacement of their KC135R jets similar to a 707 that can lay four parallel chem trails in it's wake. Their KC-10A is a three-engine aircraft that normally leaves three parallel chem trail lines.
They also use C-130 turboprop aircraft for certain low-level spraying. One un-named source has donated 3 trillion dollars for replacements.
Mayor Randy McLean has suggested the need to keep the S.O.S. organization operating.
The greatest need is to STOP chem trails. For those readers who are interested in knowing the cause of much sickness and death of people, animals, birds, bees, fish and insects I shall share more details next week since THERE'S NO PLACE TO HIDE.
- Kay Hardy, Princeton
The Editor:
I would like to thank Princeton town council and staff for the Public Open House held March 19th in the Skills Centre. The PowerPoint presentation by Patrick Robins, while not about specifics, did a fine job of presenting councils view of Princeton's strengths, the actions it plans to take and the community spirit of pride it wishes to generate. The audience learned, first hand, from individual councilors about the airport plans, the library and museum, Veterans Park and other park development, the Community Plan project, and about the ambitious plans for utilities upgrading to the industrial park and other neighborhoods.
I also want to express appreciation to the many residents who took advantage of the Open House to listen, ask questions, and learn about the problems faced by council in meeting our expectations and dealing with our concerns. The question period was generous, and while people were a bit shy at first it soon blossomed into an informative and friendly exchange.
I also learned quite a bit from others in the audience. I heard about concerns we shared and about issues new to me, like the need for upgrading to our Fairgrounds, our continuing community difference of opinion about deer control, and I learned that I am not alone in dreaming of an all-season indoor swimming pool. I also learned, however, that we're unlikely get one with our current population base; so let's get growing!
While we can all attend council meetings as guests, few of us do unless we have a personal reason to be there. Who has the time or patience to sit through the often long and dry agenda of the Town's routine business? The Open House gave the public an overview of Town Council activities in capsule form, and allowed a group of people to feel that their presence made a contribution. People were brought together through mutual interest in Princeton's future instead of a specific special interest; and I see that as a good thing.
The Open House was a very fine idea and I vote for making such meetings a regular feature of Princeton's community life.
- Karin Green, Princeton
To The Editor;
There must be many people, other than myself, who are sick and tired of hearing how tourism is the cure that will solve most of our problems in this town of ours. The promotion of tourism is a worthy cause and is conducive in helping businesses survive, but the jobs available in the tourist industry are virtually all minimum wage.
Let me ask what tourism is going to do for the average citizen of this town? Very little. Will tourism help us have expanded hospital services, improved hone care, or bring larger enrollment to our schools to keep them open so that more families and teachers won't leave our town? Of course not.
While some retired people are moving to Princeton and Area H, we are on the verge of having a mass exodus of working people. If we can't attract young adults, and particularly young families, everything will slowly deteriorate.
Almost without exception, when I talk to a cross section of citizens they all agree that we need industry or topnotch businesses that pay good wages; then we would attract workers and their families. If this was achieved we would once more have a vibrant community where school enrollment would rise rather than decline like it has been. Also, businesses would thrive and sports facilities would be enhanced possibly to the point of us having a better chance to afford and maintain a quality rec centre and indoor pool.
An influx of well paid working adults would hopefully bring inspiration to our quest of enhancing our hospital, and some youthful exuberance to revitalize our town.
Personally, I don't agree with our EDO Michael McLaughlin when he states that there is a wave of people from urban areas who are moving to rural settlements. How can he brag because Princeton grew 3%. What does that amount to? Eighty or ninety new residents in the last five years? Is that significant?
In the March 16, 2007 Province newspaper it states that as of May 16, 2006 BC has 4,113,487 citizens. Although Pemberton and Tumbler Ridge grew by more than 30%, the population flow from rural to urban centres has made BC the most urbanized province in Canada. Since 2001 there are 129,000 new residents (6.5% increase) in Greater Vancouver. Princeton's eighty or ninety newcomers must have been bucking the trend.
85% of British Columbia's population live in urban centres. Rural areas surrounding major cities saw the most growth overall which in the Okanagan Similkameen meant the Kelowna and Penticton zone. Kelowna now has 162,276 citizens, a jump of 9.8% since 2001-- a gain of over 16,000. People move to urban areas, or in close proximity, mainly for work and varied lifestyle.
Another fact: Most retirees are moving to urban centres or on the perimeter for the convenience and safety of having comprehensive medical services. In that context, where does that leave poor Princeton, Coalmont or Tulameen? I really enjoy residing in this town, but we must recognize the downside. Some people believe that the addition of a few square yards to Cenotaph Park, the development of the Riverside Wellness Centre or the Mascot Gold Mine Tours are significant signs that our area is flourishing---dream on. This is only skirting the major issues. When we still had the copper mine our restaurants were chock full, the bowling alley steaming with activity, and the same with the ice rink and golf course.
I repeat, the creation of good paying jobs and enhancement of our hospital have to be the two top priorities that must be addressed by town council and our Economic Development Officer. If these key people disagree, I'd like to know what priorities they have.
Maybe we can import a few Saskatchewan farmers who know how to separate the wheat from the chaff and get the show on the road.
- Monty Raine, Princeton
To The Editor;
Solana Allison's "Is the dam project a Trojan horse" was thoughtful, balanced and well researched. There is just one assertion that I would like to correct. Ms. Allison wrote that Town Council is "talking quietly about dams behind closed doors."
The initiative to study reports of water flow comes from the Similkameen Valley Planning Society. Princeton is represented on the SVPS and the Town's delegate did vote to proceed with the study. However, prior to the announcement I made at the open Council meeting, Princeton Council had not discussed the water study.
The SVPS is the organization that is taking the initiative because it represents all of the governments of the Similkameen Valley. We want the public to know about the water study. That was a reason for announcing it at the Council meeting.
There is no plan of any type under consideration at this time. Should our initial study suggest that a water storage project is feasible, the initiative will become a full public and political process. The river is important to us all. No one is going to mess with it without full public input.
Here is my personal view. When the idea of a dam was first suggested, I was automatically opposed. I live beside the river and take delight in its changing character every day. Let's not dam one of the last free rivers in BC, was my cry.
After examining data on reductions in river flow and hearing that, maybe, the quality of fish habitats could be improved by storing water and releasing it when the river is low, I became willing to look at the possibility of controlling flows.
I will need to be convinced that there is a net environmental benefit from a dam before I can personally support it.
In the end, the people of the Similkameen Valley will make the decision.
- Michael McLaughlin, Princeton
Dear Readers,
Spring has arrived, it is time for things bright and beautiful to return, and it is a time for new opportunities and renewed hope. For me, part of this renewed hope is that it is also the time of year for the annual MS Walk. The MS Walk is the primary source of funds the MS Society uses to provide programs and services for people with MS, and to support research seeking a cure for Multiple Sclerosis. Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world - and Canada is a world leader in research searching for a cure for Multiple Sclerosis.
I am one of an estimated 75,000 Canadians to have Multiple Sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic, often disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord. It is the most common neurological disease of young adults in Canada. Women are three times more likely to develop MS than men. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 40, although many more children, some as young as three years of age, are now being diagnosed.
Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis include vision problems, extreme fatigue, loss of balance, pain, depression, memory problems, loss of co-ordination, and paralysis. The course of MS is unpredictable and its effects last a lifetime. At present, there is no cure for Multiple Sclerosis.
My main motivation to fundraise for the MS Society is to raise money to support research in developing improved therapies and discovering a cure.
At this stage of my life and the development of my MS, research is my hope to once again be able to walk, to rejoin the workforce, to participate fully in our society, and to fully enjoy my life. I wish this for everyone afflicted by MS and, considering advances in medical knowledge and technology, I am not without hope.
I will be participating in the South Okanagan - Similkameen MS Walk on April 22 in Penticton and request your support.
The MS Society, like all good charitable organizations, allows contributors to direct their contribution. Therefore, if you wish to direct your contribution to programs and services provided in the South Okanagan - Similkameen, please make your cheque payable to the MS Society - BC Division. If you wish to direct your contribution to research, please make your cheque payable to the MS Society - Research Only. A tax deductible receipt will be issued for all contributions of $15 or greater. Please send your cheque to Ken Carlson, Box 1354, Princeton, BC V0X 1W0.
If you have any questions, I can be contacted by email at kenwcarlson@hotmail.com or by telephone at 295-7582.
If you would like to participate in the MS Walk you can register online at www.mssociety.ca and follow the links or register by telephone at 1-800-268-7582.
Your support and encouragement is much appreciated.
Yours truly,
Ken Carlson, Princeton
Honourable Barry Penner
Minister of Environment
Box 9047
Stn Prov Govt
Victoria, B.C.
V8W 9E2
Dear Mr. Minister:
We would like to express our congratulations on the environmental initiatives in the Throne Speech at the opening of the Legislature for the 2007 Session.
The majority of people throughout the province rallied to voice alarm about coal fired generation of energy/electricity. Your ministry and your government has recognized those concerns.
We trust you join us in thanking Friends of the Similkameen, the First Nations of the Okanagan and the Similkameen and the vast majority of people throughout the province who showed us support.
The bench mark expressed in the Throne speech, when implemented, leads the way to a cleaner British Columbia for all.
We share this vision of the future with your government and will work with you to achieve these goals: -to preserve and promote healthy land, air and water. -to promote clean business and industry throughout the province of British Columbia and specifically in the Similkameen Valley. -to lead the way in ending dependency on non-renewable energy resources. -to maintain and encourage transparent dialogue between government and communities. -to be an open information source on intended government policy and relevant science.
We are pleased to join you in making British Columbia a leader in clean technologies.
Sincerely,
Save Our Similkameen
cc Premier Gordon Campbell
cc Media
