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Volume 17, Issue 16 Snow Lake, Manitoba August 1, 2013 Hudbay donates $50,000 to Mining Museum!

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• That I was contacted by Clarence Pettersen’s Executive Assistant, Col- leen Ford and advised that people in her family were extremely impressed with a young former Snow Laker – Josh Evans? Colleen advised that her brother Bob and wife Annand were traveling the Hanson Lake Road on the July 1st weekend, when they experienced car trouble. Josh stopped for them, gave Annand a ride into Flin Flon to get a tow truck, let her use his cell phone when her's didn’t work, and stayed with her until he was sure she was alright. She said that he was an amazing young man and that they were so happy to have met him.

• That one of the wealthiest people in the world spent a couple days fishing up at Burntwood Lake Lodge a month or so back? David Thomson, the 3rd Baron Thomson of Fleet (who is a Canadian media magnate and just happens to be a partner in True North Sports and Enter- tainment, owners of the National Hockey League's Winnipeg Jets and the MTS Centre in Winnipeg), flew into the camp Hudbay's Brenda Niedermaier presents a cheque for $50,000 to Snow Lake Mining Museum Curator Dori Forsyth (L to R): in his own private plane and enjoyed a Brenda Niedermaier, Hudbay's Tony Shear, Dori Forsyth, Museum Chairperson Paul Hawman, Museum Director, Mona Forsyth, few days R and R at the Gogal’s lodge. Hudbay's Cal Huntley, and Museum Director Garry Zamzow. ~ photo courtesy of Garry Zamzow. With an estimated net worth of around $23.0 billion Canadian as of 2010, udbay has both an extensive and eminent history within weeks back, during what was described as a ‘low key’ affair, Thomson and his family are the richest H the Flin Flon and Snow Lake mining camps. For over 80 Hudbay came through on their promise and presented the in Canada and 22nd richest in the world Snow Lake Mining Museum with a cheque in the amount of according to the Bloomberg Billionaires years their geologists and explorationists have been tramping $50,000. Index. area forests and studying what they’ve uncovered. Within that timeframe, their workforce has blasted, hauled, and On the afternoon of July 17th, after taking a tour of many • That there is a new flag now flying processed the mineral bounty turned up by those forbearers. of the museum’s displays and interactive exhibits, Hudbay’s proudly atop the beaver house near the Tony Shear, Brenda Niedermaier, and Cal Huntley presented corner of #39 and #392? Mention of the Resultantly, Hudbay is a company with a history that is interwoven with our own, so it makes sense that both we and the Snow Lake Mining Museum with a cheque for $50,000, need for a new flag in this column was money that will be used to help further develop exhibits apparently picked up on by many; Brian they would strive to preserve and recount it. Brindley, Helen Henderson, Dave Mayer, Back in February of 2012, during Hudbay’s rebranding and programming. “The funds were pledged in 2012 and the Canada Day Committee all ceremony, their CEO, David Garofalo announced that the when the company consolidated its assets under the single donated flags to the cause. Ted Stabback Hudbay name,” said Ms. Niedermaier. “Hudbay has also placed one of the four new flags on the company would be donating $150,000 to area museums. “We are very proud of our heritage and what we've built," and will continue to support the Museum with contributions beaver house several weeks back. With of mining equipment and photographs that preserve the three more flags in the bank, the call for Garofalo said during that event. "I'm pleased to announce replacements likely won’t have to go out that Hudbay is committing $150,000. to support the Flin company's proud history in the region since 1958.” The again for a few more years. Stabback Flon Station Museum and the Snow Lake Mining Museum.” group posed for several pictures to commemorate the noted that he adjusted the beaver house’s There wasn’t much more than those words said about the occasion, then discussed the museum's recent progress and dish, for better reception, while placing plans. MJ the flag! MJ money they earmarked for the two museums, but several

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Beginning August 1, same day appoint- 2013, clinic staff will no longer be receiv- ment. “Dr. Yousif has ing payment for filled prescriptions as been fully booked for that transaction shifts to the Pharmasave. appointments lately. Patients will need to make arrangements As she meets and has for payment for prescriptions (credit card, appointments with debit or cheque) with Pharmasave in order new patients, she is to have their prescription filled. The clinic taking time to get to staff will continue to distribute filled know each person and prescriptions, but will not be collecting their medical issues. payment.” In addition, appoint- To those who wonder why they must ments have been pay for their prescriptions in advance, taking longer with The RHA’s CEO says that this is the way the new EMR. That Pharmasave is conducting their business means less people can and the Snow Lake Clinic is a pick-up be seen per day. We location only. “Patients can call Pharma- are working to resolve save at (204) 687-7677 to make payment those issues, but need arrangements,” she said. “The clinic will everyone’s coopera- continue to distribute filled prescriptions tion. Issues like pre- as it has in the past, only without collect- scription refills can be ing payment. That should also speed up planned for; so don’t the time it takes to pick up medication.” Snow Lake Health Centre (bottom left in main photo), Northern Regional Health Authority CEO, Helga Bryant (top wait until you’ve run As for problems with any prescription right inset), and Dr. Eman Yousif (above right) ~ photos by Marc Jackson out of refills to get a dispensed by Pharmasave and picked up swift and sizable changes, which required new prescription.” from the Snow Lake Clinic, Bryant says s most citizens of Snow Lake are A considerable adjustments by both clients There have also been a number of that those problems can be addressed by aware, there have been a number of and health care providers. Commenting people have questioned why the phar- contacting Pharmasave. “Questions about changes take place over the previous two on those changes and how they were being macy in the hospital no longer exists and a person’s medications; including dos- months that have affected how residents met, Helga Bryant, the Northern Regional the answer to that has been explained on age, patient information sheets, and the access healthcare and fill their prescrip- Health Authority’s CEO addressed some numerous occasions in the past. Doctor like should be directed to the pharmacist tions. There is a new physician in town, common questions via a July 16th email Macleod wanted to divest himself of the at Pharmasave,” said the CEO. “The staff the clinic has changed hands, and the In respect to the community’s new doc- Snow Lake Pharmacy. He was the only at the clinic cannot help people with any pharmacy, which operated out of the tor, operation of the clinic and the whole- physician left in the province who was other prescription issues.” health centre for as long as most can sale change of its record system, Bryant allowed to prescribe and dispense drugs Ms. Bryant also advised that there are remember, has closed. Any one of these stated, “Dr. Eman Yousif has settled in and and the governing organization, The other ways for those with computer and changes on their own would be tough to is seeing patients and a new Electronic Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association, internet access to refill prescriptions. adjust to, so having all three happen at Medical Records (EMR) system is cur- would not grant that privilege to any other “Pharmasave offers an online refill service once has brought about additional chal- rently being implemented. This is slowing physician. As a result, if he was unable through their website,” she said. “It can be lenges. us down a bit while we learn the new sys- to sell it to a licenced pharmacist (and he found at: www.pharmasave.com/flin-flon- All within the month of May 2013, Dr. tem and update the computerized informa- wasn’t), the only recourse was to close pharmasave/470/default.aspx The pharma- Neil Macleod, who was the community’s tion with each patient visit. We expect this it. “Unfortunately, prior to Dr. Macleod cist at Pharmasave is available for patient primary physician for over three decades, to be a temporary blip which will resolve leaving, the pharmacy as it existed ceased counselling by calling (204) 687-7677 and handed the operation of the Snow Lake itself shortly. We thank everyone for their to operate,” explained Ms. Bryant. “All we encourage residents to seek out this Clinic over to the Northern Regional patience during this transition.” efforts to replace it to date have been excellent clinical resource.” Health Authority. As the last dispensing With the switch over to the new system unsuccessful. The RHA stepped in to Closing off the email, the CEO noted physician in the province, he also closed and a new doctor seeing many faces and ensure that pharmacy services would be that there will always be unforeseen his pharmacy and both he and his fellow medical histories for the first time, some maintained for Snow Lake. We did this circumstances and in some irregular cases physician Dr. Salah Rhoma resigned their residents have been frustrated at not be- by working with the Pharmasave in Flin people will need medication quicker than Snow Lake positions with the Health ing able to secure an appointment on the Flon (the 31 Church Street location) as the it will arrive from Flin Flon. “It is im- Authority. same day that they call for one. “That is service provider. Pharmasave receives the portant to pre-plan as much as possible,” These developments brought about prescriptions electronically from the clinic Bryant said. “But from time to time there and then ships the filled prescriptions back may be a delay between receiving a pre- In from the Ledge to the clinic for pick-up during weekday scription from the doctor and receiving the business hours (9:00 am – 12:00 pm and filled prescription. In some cases, patients A Member statement by MLA Clarence Pettersen 2:00 – 5:00 pm).” may be offered a limited supply of medi- Although it isn’t within the RHA’s cation through the clinic to last until their mandate to provide pharmacy services, prescription is filled. However, people The People of Snow Lake off baking for the bake sale. Even the Day or access to pharmacy services, when the should note that this may not always be Clarence Pettersen, MLA for Flin Flon Care Coordinator brought in cookies that situation involving closure of the local possible, as it depends on the type of July 17, 2013 were made by the kids at daycare, which pharmacy arose, they stepped in and fa- medication. The alternative is to drive into read, “Made with love and care, by all cilitated access by local people to phar- Flin Flon and have the prescription filled Mr. Speaker, a community’s strength Dari’s friends at the daycare.” macy services in Flin Flon. “The clinic’s while you wait or make arrangements to is determined by the support and This heart-warming story of a role in pharmacy services is limited to have someone pick it up and bring it to compassion that members show each community coming together in support faxing prescription requests and serving as you.” MJ other. Through encouraging kindness, of their neighbour in need is indeed a pick-up location for filled prescriptions,” looking out and caring for one another, the inspiring. This display of compassion has Town of Snow Lake has proven itself to truly shown how important community is be a very strong community. for all people because no one should face Recreation and Public Works Mr. Speaker, last month, the people illness alone. As Dari is on this difficult of Snow Lake came together to help one journey, she knows that her friends and of their neighbours in need. On June 21, family are supporting her, thinking of her Committees meet and recommend many town residents attended a fundraiser mittee discussed the Snow Lake Curling and praying for her good health. he Recreation Committee of Council held for Dari Miller, a mother in Snow T Club’s letter of March 4, 2013, and over- Mr. Speaker, the people in our lives met in the Council Chambers at 4:00 p.m. Lake who has been battling cancer since viewed discussion of the previous recre- who show us empathy and generosity on June 11, 2013. Present: Councilor her diagnosis in February. ation committee meeting of April 9, 2013 make such an incredible impact. They A. Kowalchuk (Chairperson), Mayor The generosity of the community was regarding the ongoing operation of the give us hope and strength to continue Fisher (member), Councilors C. Samborski incredible. Through the penny parade, rink. The Committee specifically reviewed when times are tough. I would like to ask (member), R. Klyne (member), B. Forsyth- raffle, bake sale, barbeque, sno-cone and the Curling Club’s request that a Town em- all members of the Legislative Assembly Flamand, D. Mayer, and CAO J. Precourt. cotton candy sale, the community was ployee be designated to operate the curling to join me in thanking the people of Snow Chairperson Kowalchuk called the meet- able to raise thousands of dollars for Dari rink and ice plant. They also discussed the Lake for caring for their neighbours and ing to order at 4:00 p.m. 1) Old Business Miller and her family. Curling Club’s letter, including concerns wish Dari Miller and her family continued - The committee reviewed the Minutes of The community participated by over the joint user agreement, and building strength and hope as they travel on this the previous Recreation Committee meet- attending the fundraiser, donating prizes, maintenance. Action: The committee rec- difficult journey. ing held April 9, 2013. buying raffle tickets and much more. ommended that the operation of the curling Thank you, Mr. Speaker. 2) Curling Rink Operation - The com- Many people in Snow Lake also dropped rink remain See COMMITTEE on page 4... Page 4 THE Underground PRESS August 1, 2013 Why do we say that? by: Phyllis Verbeek

he big news this week is the new royal baby; T ** Little Boy Blue, come blow your horn, an heir to the throne, who may rule at some point; The sheep’s in the meadow, the cows in the corn. perhaps, during some of our lives! We know that Where is the boy who looks after the sheep? the baby is a boy and that his name is George. Under the haystack fast asleep. Given that information, our focus this issue is on the things we say about boys and about George! We say many things concerning ‘Boys’: ‘O ‘Little Boy Blue’ is a nursery rhyme familiar Boy’ for one, ‘Boy O Boy’, as another. Both of to all of us from childhood on. While it is an these emphasize a statement expounding on the engaging little ditty to teach a child, the origin importance of the topic being discussed. ‘That’s was really not about children and/or fun times at my Boy’ suggests pride and honor, while ‘atta all. boy’ is usually accompanied by a pat/slap on the Little Boy Blue appears to have been written back and suggests comradeship in addition to during the Tudor era in history. Little Boy Blue pride in accomplishment. refers to Cardinal Charles Wolsey, who lived Now we come to ‘George’! ‘By George’ is a during the reign of King Henry VIII. Wolsey was common saying. The origin of this phrase is in an extremely wealthy and arrogant self-made sixteenth century England, when the church was man, who made many enemies at court and the in turmoil and was attempting to exert itself and English populace at large. He graduated from gain more control over the lives of the people. Oxford at age fifteen and became known as ‘The Swearing was blasphemy -- and brought either a Boy Bachelor’. The term blowing one’s horn fine or a penance. So instead of saying, 'by God’, means to draw attention to oneself, and such people started saying 'by George' - substituting a bragging was practiced by this man. His riches word with the same initial letter and the church allowed him to turn a medieval manner into a people couldn't do anything about it. It also magnificent structure known as the Hampton became a useful phrase for women to use, because Court Palace*. The people opposing his arrogance ladies certainly could not swear without penalty; and wastefulness won out and in 1529, King however, a discreet, 'by George' was permitted. Henry declared that all of Wolsey’s possessions be given to the Crown. The main industry in England * Hampton Court Palace is in Surrey, on the edge at this time was wool and export taxes on this of London next to the River Thames. Hampton product were significant. While his unpopularity Court Palace is famous as the home of King was a well known fact, open criticism of him (or Henry VIII. Henry liked to come here and shoot any Cardinal) would have led to a prison term, deer and the area is blessed with parks as a result. confiscation of land, or even death. The words of The Palace and the parks remain as a famous the poem suggest that the Boy bachelor, who now tourist attraction. wore a Blue Coat of Arms and touted his wealth, ** The nursery rhyme titled, 'Old Mother was caught lining his own pockets with profits Hubbard' was written about Charles Wolsey, as from wool trade and, this, caused his downfall. well as Little Boy Blue.

The ‘What’s the story?’ column is basically an overview; or the telling ... COMMITTEE from page 3 Baldwin, and CAO. J. Precourt. Chairperson Mayer called the meeting to order of ‘the story’ on a different Snow Lake resident in each issue. How it as-is (with the rink being operated by the club and at 4:00 p.m. 1) Old Business - The committee re- works is… each issue's subject will be asked a series of ten questions not the Town). Several of the maintenance issues viewed the Minutes of the previous Public Works that will hopefully allow readers to get to know each individual a little will be added to operational plans in order that Committee meeting of March 11, 2013. better. In this issue, we ask, 'What’s the story' on… Shaun Jackson? they may be remedied. 2) New Business: Street Patching - The com- 3) Smoking near Public Spaces - The commit- How long have you lived in Snow Lake? mittee discussed the Town’s upcoming street tee reviewed a draft by-law prohibiting smoking Off and on for forty years. patching work. They discussed the volume of in certain outdoor locations including, parks and What is your age and marital/ family situation? material needed, condition of street patching recreation areas owned/operated by the Town. I'm 55, confused, and single. equipment, and a variety of public works items The by-law also prohibits smoking within a cer- What do you do for a living? including types of dust suppression, brush clear- tain distance of building entrances. Action: The I was working for Sobeys (Grocer and Wholesaler), but I'm currently ing and safety. They concluded the meeting by committee amended the bylaw so that smoking is on disability. touring the Public Works Garage, including the prohibited within 10 meters (32 feet) of outdoor What is your favorite book(s)? viewing of significant recent work on improv- entrances to Town facilities, including the Com- The Road not Taken - a book of selected poems by Robert Frost. ing organization, equipment servicing, safety munity Hall, the Arena and Curling Rink. The What is your favorite TV show(s)? and general cleanliness in the yard/garage. The Committee also amended the by-law in order to Jeopardy. Committee also viewed the recently purchased have smoking prohibited within 10 meters (32 What is your favorite movie(s)? roller packer. Action: The committee recom- feet) of parks and playgrounds. Further to this, The Scarecrow. mended that the Public Works Foreman obtain the committee recommended that by-law 922/13, What is your favorite food? information regarding liquid dust control applica- a by-law prohibiting smoking in certain locations Fish and Spaghetti and meatballs. tion and availability, potentially with Highways be given 1st reading at the June 16, 2013 council What is your favorite song? department. They further recommended the CAO meeting. Anything by Carlos Santana. provide the PW Foreman with AMM’s Municipal The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m. What is one thing most people don’t know about you? Leader magazine that contains several dust con- ~**~ I have a 39 year-old son. trol suppliers and information. They also recom- What is the thing you like most about Snow Lake? The Public Works Committee of Council met mended that the Public Works Foreman obtain The people are genuine, the town is beautiful, and of course - great in the Council Chambers at 4:00 p.m. on July a quote on brush clearing for the Taylor/Berry/ fishing! SJ 2, 2013. Present: Councilors D. Mayer (Chair- Anderson Bay Roads. person), R. Klyne (member), Deputy Mayor A. The meeting was adjourned: 5:00 p.m. Kowalchuk (member), Public Works Foreman C. Maxine Dodds And Snow Lake Fire Club Charlyn Wowryk Soda Fountain Package Pricing Are pleased to announce the upcoming * To book the soda fountain please request one of the packages wedding of their Children below, at least two weeks before event, from David Morrison, (204) 358-0068 Darren Dodds To Small Event - 5 can package = $250 Deborah Wowryk On March 20/2014 in Negril, Jamaica Medium Event - 7 can package = $350 Please accept this as your invitation if you wish to attend. Large Event - 10 can package = $450 Call Deb and Darren at 1-(204)-778-5452 for information. Also, Bev from Marvel Travel: Phone 1-(204)-994-7870 and ask * All prices include cups, machine set-up and maintenance for the about the Dodds Wedding Party. night, and machine clean up. Page 5 THE Underground PRESS August 1, 2013 VMS Ventures Updates Progress at the Reed Copper Project Last week VMS Ventures updated shareholders on the progress made during the month of June at the jointly owned (VMS 30% - Hudbay 70%) Reed Copper Project, 80 km from Snow Lake Manitoba. Highlights included the fact that ramp development has advanced a further 142 m, bringing total development to 819 m for the project to date. The escape and ventilation raises from surface and camp expansion were completed since last reporting. Construction of diesel fuel and surface oil containment areas has also been completed, and the project remains on schedule and is forecast to be completed on budget by the end of March 2014. “While the rate of ramp development slowed in March due to difficult ground conditions, advancement has since returned to the planned rate and the project remains on time and on budget,” stated VMS’s COO Neil Richardson. “We remain impressed with our partner Hudbay Minerals and its ability to keep the project on schedule while maintaining a strong safety record with 473 days without a lost time accident to date on the project.” The Company also announced that it has granted incentive stock options to certain employees of the Company to purchase The August 14, 2012 ribbon-cutting at the Reed site. Left to right are David Garofalo (Hudbay president and CEO); up 150,000 common shares in the capital of the Company Rick Mark (CEO and chair of VMS Ventures); Wesley Voorheis (chair, Hudbay); Steve Polegato (manager of small mines, Hudbay); Dave Chomiak (mines minister); Brad Lantz (vice-president, Manitoba business unit, pursuant to the Company's stock option plan. The options were Hudbay); and Don Last (foreman, Reed project). ~ photo by Marc Jackson exercisable, on or before July 23, 2018, at an exercise price of $0.20 per share. ~ MJ from a VMS News Release. WANTED! I need a boost! The Snow Lake Golf Club is look-

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... EDITORIAL from page 2 objection had been. So think about how frustrated I felt The Snow Lake Mining Museum acknowledges the them were: That once applied, the town when I saw a tractor spraying herbicide following volunteers who stripped off the old had no way of keeping children and at the beach while driving by on the siding, repaired the wall and installed new siding and animals away from the beach and parks afternoon of July 18th? Not only spray- trim. What an improvement - looks good guys! areas for 24 hours per day, or until these ing at the beach, but while the wind was Thanks to: John Humeniuk, Clair Pilgrim, Bob Forsyth, chemicals were no longer harmful. I blowing quite hard, there were children also noted that signs don’t work with Keith Scott, and Marc Jackson. on the beach’s swings and playground small children or animals. Secondly, I equipment, there were swimming les- asked how a person was to stay away sons going on… and the guy running from an area alluded to in a catch all the applicator was just touring back and phrase as, “any other public green forth laying down the herbicide! spaces”. This is impossible when you Most anything that I have read on really don’t know what it entails. these chemicals is quite precise on when Further in my objection, I stated that and where they can be sprayed, as well the chemicals the Town planned to use as whether people and pets should be on did have some baggage, as noted below. treated areas right away. Some like the ~ 2,4-D: This chemical was a major makers of Dicamba advise not to enter ingredient in Agent Orange, which was an area of application until 12 hours a 50:50 mixture of 2,4,5-T and 2,4-D, after spraying. Several also precaution and used as a defoliant during the Viet- about applying the chemicals in gusty nam War. It killed, maimed, and caused winds or anywhere people are present. birth defects in hundreds of thousands Applying Herbicide while the beach is of people during that conflict. Addi- being used by children, kinda' flies in tionally, it is toxic to the liver at small the face of that! Concerned, I asked dosages and it is also noteworthy that it Mayor Fisher and CAO Precourt what caused increases in liver function tests, they thought. After sorting out the ques- jaundice, acute hepatitis, lobular and tion I asked and assuring both men that portal inflammation indicative of a toxic it wasn’t rhetorical in nature, I received reaction, as well as permanent damage an answer from CAO Precourt. My leading to cirrhosis in exposed golfers. question was: “Wondering if it is a good (http://gut.bmj.com/content/40/5/687. idea to be spraying weeds at the beach long) while swimming lessons are on, the area ~ Mecoprop-P: Mecoprop, commonly is full of kids and the wind is blowing at known as MCPP, is apparently a chlo- a fairly decent clip?” rophenoxy herbicide that was registered Mr. Precourt’s answer was: “I'd agree in 1960s. Chlorophenoxy compounds that there shouldn't be spraying on the are understood to cause skin and eye ir- beach while in use and that wind condi- ritation, coughing, burning sensations in tions are an item that needs to be consid- the chest, dizziness, headache, vomiting, ered when spraying. We had made some diarrhea, confusion or bizarre behavior, efforts, beyond the two public notices increased heart rate, and kidney failure. in the UGP, to have the spraying sites (http://www.pesticideinfo.org/Detail_ marked. Thanks for bringing this to my Chemical.jsp?Rec_Id=PC35990) attention - I had a discussion with this ~ Dicamba: Exposing the skin and contractor about this and the Town's eyes to Dicamba can cause redness, expectations on safety. We'll have to pain, and blurred vision. The inhala- consider this if a spraying program tion of Dicamba may cause coughing, is held again in the future and when labored breathing, vomiting, and weak- selecting the contractor.” ness. (http://www.pesticideinfo.org/ I find it strange that the Town’s Rec- Detail_Chemical.jsp?Rec_Id=PC32871) reation Committee are putting forward In closing off my objection, I a draft by-law prohibiting smoking specified that I would like to be kept in- within 10 meters (32 feet) of parks and formed of their proceedings and of any playgrounds, yet they allow something decision rendered on the matter. Krystal such as this, which is far more danger- Penner, who is an Environment Officer * Fun Bingo 1st and 3rd Thursdays of ous, to take place in those very same in Conservation’s Pesticides and Haz- areas. In that bylaw they state that it is ardous Waste Section, replied on June the month at 7:00 p.m. being passed for, “the safety, health, 21st thanking me for my correspon- protection and well-being of people, dence regarding the use of pesticides in and the safety and protection of prop- * Texas Hold 'em Tournament, 2nd vegetation control in my municipality. erty.” They also note that, “tobacco She explained that organizations wish- and 4th Thursdays of the month at smoke is a known carcinogen with ing to apply pesticides to control plants negative health consequences, includ- and insects were required to apply to her 7:30 p.m. ing an increased risk of cardiovascular department for a Pesticide Use Permit. and respiratory disease.” From my own “These permits contain numerous terms reading, I think the herbicides that were and conditions, to ensure that the ap- sprayed about Snow Lake this summer plications are done in a safe, responsible are just a tad on the riskier side of that. manner,” she wrote. “Products must I think Herbert Hoover said that, *General Meeting, 3rd Saturdays be registered as safe, when properly “Children are our most valuable natural * Meat Draw, every used, with the federal Pest Management resource.” I agree and my own sugges- of the month at 11:00 a.m. Regulatory Agency (PMRA) in order to tion would be that the Town of Snow Saturday at 4:00 p.m. be permitted.” She then acknowledged Lake ceases spraying any chemicals and noted her appreciation for my ob- anywhere that a child can come in con- jections, saying they would be consid- *Chase the Ace, every tact with them. Personally, I can put up ered as they continued to review their with a few dandelions if it means chil- pesticide policies. I can recall chuckling Saturday during dren don’t have to be exposed to a brew at the time and thinking what a waste of of nasty chemicals... sprayed where time my work on putting together that the Meat Draw! they play. What do you think? MJ TENDERS INVITED * Whist, every Friday The Snow Lake Mining Museum invites tenders for labour to paint the front of the museum. Paint will be supplied. The entire front wall, plus the doors (but NOT the mural), at 7:30 p.m. will need two coats of white paint. Enquiries can be directed to the Phone (204)358-2308 for Museum office at 204-358-7867. more details! Quotes can be dropped off at the Museum, or emailed to [email protected]. Page 7 THE Underground PRESS August 1, 2013 year at the College, I dictate. I always thought that the name of the game made three times my was to carry out good, legitimate exploration work salary in the stock (prospecting, stripping, washing, trenching, line cutting, London, Rome... Parres? market, taking chunks geophysics, geochemistry, et al) and drill, drill, drill. of new underwritings Of course, to carry out all this work often requires By Jim Parres through my broker in the expense of a modern bush camp and the use of Toronto, Ed Barbour. aircraft, both fixed wing, or helicopter. Big bucks! Not LAMENT OF AN OLD PROSPECTOR My secretary, Murielle every orebody in Canada is found underneath the Trans Khoury, had to do double duty that year between Canada Highway (Hemlo gold deposit). I was born into a mineral exploration family, so I guess College business and Ed’s phone calls. I am willing to bet that 98% of all these ‘service’ it’s in my genomes... or wherever. My grandfather was In 1980, I put my first public company together and it people have never been out in the bush on an a determined prospector and his two sons were both was quite successful. Shiningtree Gold Resources Inc. exploration property, nor would they last long if they successful geologists. I started out as a prospector; Oh, the road got rocky at times, but it generally wasn’t ever did get there, due to the bugs, the bears or the however, my Dad was adamant I should get a degree in dull. If you follow my columns, you’ll understand. extreme weather and working conditions. I’ll bet 100% Geology, which I did. Somehow it seems I have largely I’ve always felt that the individual prospector and of them could care less. I once had a lawyer with a worked as a ‘Jack of all Jobs’ in mineral exploration, Junior Exploration Companies were important in the pretty sharp legal mind, but when I suggested he tour including ‘promoter’ of Exchange listed public overall scheme of the mining business. They have past the Hemlo mine with me, as it was a very exciting companies, which is a ‘type’ of prospector. both made many initial discoveries that led to deposits. scenario, he stated, “the only mining I’m interested in, th Jiminex Inc. (listed on the TSX-V) would be my 6 My Dad, Lew, was a great believer in pouring a lot is mining the public.” I almost plowed him. public company since I left the College in 1980, and of the money he made back into the ground. Later in It is too bad that a whole bunch of the BRE-X people was to be my ‘last hurrah’. Retirement… again. life, perhaps after he’d learned many harsh lessons, he didn’t go to jail, as they certainly set our industry back In my last retirement period (1998 to 2007), I co- preached OPM (Other People's Money) to me as the a giant step with the salting scandal circa 1996/97. authored two books, wrote about 150 new songs and got way to finance my exploration aspirations. Too many Instead, they just died or went into denial and left the into Bluegrass Music - big time. times he drilled with his own money under a promising rest of us with the stench. I have been very fortunate in many ways. I have looking surface showing of Copper, Nickel, Uranium or Last year our Annual (yearend) company audit worked around the exploration business since I was 12 Gold, to find... nothing underneath. came in around $25,000. Too expensive. I know of (bull cook at my Gramma’s camp at Snake Lake near Some years I could do contract claim staking or audits that were being done for $16k. I was dissed and the Fox Mine). In the ‘60’s, I took time off to play in geophysics to earn a living, other years I might make looked up some new auditors. “Oh, we can do better several rock bands, recorded in RCA studios in Toronto, money from claim options or in the market. Once in a than that,” they crowed. So we hired them. When and booked bands for several years while in my while, everything clicked. Call that a good year! the smoke cleared this year, their fees came in around twenties, but still kept working part time in exploration. Most of the Provincial Governments are gradually $35,000. That plus the ‘in house’ people did much I hired names like David Clayton Thomas of Blood, switching over to map staking. Geophysics has become of the work, for a grand total of close to $50,000. Sweat & Tears and John Kay from Steppenwolf plus the highly specialized. Currently claim options and the What junior company can afford that? Not many, Guess Who, Bo Diddley, and many others. This portion junior markets are in the doldrums. Oh, there are still under current market conditions. There are too many of my life was a blast, but very hectic. ways to make a living in the industry, but presently it’s companies competing for the few exploration dollars When the mineral industry went into a downturn in a ‘slalom run’. that are around. 1974, I got a job as an instructor at Northern College The part of the industry that irks me the most The mineral exploration business has overall been in Kirkland Lake, Ontario. I taught mathematics to currently is the blood sucking community of ‘services’ good to me and my family throughout the years. You the Trade Programs on a Grade 10 and 11 level. In that has been imposed around the junior exploration just have to learn to surf the cycles. I think it’s time to 1976, I was appointed Chairman of the Trades and companies. If, as predicted, as many as 500 junior turn over the reins to some younger men and women Apprenticeship Division. My students played in companies will die off in the immediate future, perhaps and write that next book that I keep talking about... the Intramural Sports Programs at the College, and the leeches will wither as well. In boom times, when ‘Tales from the Bush... and Beyond’. I played Borden Ball, Hockey, Flag Football, and you can raise princely sums of capital, perhaps you can ~ London, Rome... Parres? Volleyball along with them. Our Baseball team won overlook the exorbitant the Labatts sponsored Championship in 1978 and fees that the lawyers and we split up $3,000 first prize. It was an extremely accountants and so many interesting change of pace in careers, but my last of the TSX requirements

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Several people gathered in front of the Snow Lake Motor Inn on the evening of July 26th to observe the presentation of a new trophy, which was cast and engraved in honour of Mark Gogal - a popular local pilot and father of two who was lost in a tragic plane crash last November. Mark's Children, Sarah and Ethan made the presentation to Rylee Galiz, who accepted on behalf of her team - 'Team C'. The trophy replaces an interim award that was given out to the winners of the 1st Annual Mark Gogal Memorial Road Hockey Tournament, which took place during last March's Winter Who-ot. The new trophy was purchased through Snow Lake's H.D. Central by the Wooley Family and The Underground Press and will be presented to the winners of this tournament each year in Mark Gogal's honour. Prior to the presentation of the award, a short overview of the cup's history was given, after which both of Mark's children and his mother Sandra spoke and relayed touching words of thanks. A special presentation of a hat and one other keepsake Mark owned was also made to Sarah and Ethan by Roxane Lamontagne. Prior to wrapping up, sponsors of the road hockey tournament Gerard and Roxane Lamontagne of the Snow Lake Motor Inn advised that the trophy would have a permanent home in a place of honour behind the bar of their famed local watering hole. Pictured above, (L):Gerard Lamontagne, Roxane Lamontagne, MaryAnn Otto (nee Wooley), Larry Gogal, Sarah Gogal, Lyndon Bartlett, Ethan Gogal, Sandra Gogal, Brad Gogal, *Riley Galiz, *Tyler Stacy, *Corey Lobert, and Marc Jackson. ~ photo by Leone Jackson *From the winning team 'C'

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Volume 17, Issue 17 Snow Lake, Manitoba August 15, 2013 Constancia capital costs curtail construction of concentrator Did you Know?

• That The Finance Committee of Council has recommended that a business incentive program be developed for commercial property owners that would see them receive a cash grant of $250 for every $500 spent (up to $5,000) on exterior building/ property projects. The grant would cover materials only and exclude labour. • That I spelled Tony Scheres, Rylee Galiz, and Sarah Gogal’s names wrong in the last edition and I offer my apologies for that blunder? • That Margie Harris advises the little girl featured in the MPI booster seat ad in our last edition is former resident Christy Davidson's daughter? That members of the Snow Lake Anglican-United Church met for lunch at the Diamond Willow Inn on Lalor minesite as seen from the South. Area at the top right of the footprint is where Lalor concentrator will eventually be built. ~ photo courtesy of Hudbay Thursday August 8th to honor one of their parishioners? Long-time mem- Constancia according to the project plan as the company assesses udbay released their Second Quarter 2013 results on July ber, Sylvia Korchinski, is leaving H the possible impact of these additional costs on the project 31st and as expected, they have elected to defer construction of a their midst to reside in her new home and the project’s economics." Of note, Hudbay has incurred concentrator at the Lalor minesite for approximately one year. In in Flin Flon in early September. Eigh- approximately US$658 million in costs on the Constancia project the interim, they plan to invest $9 million at the existing Snow teen of her fellow members attended to June 30, 2013 and has entered into an additional US$455 Lake concentrator in order to double its production capacity to a luncheon to wish her fond farewell. million in commitments. approximately 2,700 tpd (tonnes per day) and accommodate “These folks will miss her charming “We remain focused on achieving our growth objectives, planned production from the Lalor mine until the end of 2016. wit and humour and her delicious per- meeting our production and cost targets at our operations and The company says that this outlay of cash will allow them ogies among other attributes she has managing future expenditures prudently, so we can maintain our to defer construction of the Lalor concentrator and with it, brought to the congregation and to strong liquidity position during the execution of our construction approximately $325 million of the overall $794 million capital the community at large,” said friend programs,” said David Garofalo, Hudbay’s president and chief cost of the Lalor Project. Noted in a quarterly summary in the and fellow celebrant Phyllis Verbeek. executive officer, of the decisions. release, the company also advised that preliminary results from a During lunch, several presentations The company says they have implemented spending reductions re-estimation of project capital costs at their Constancia Project were made to Sylvia. One was a card which will total approximately $100 million over the balance in Peru indicate an increase in construction costs. They say that signed by all in attendance and a gift of 2013 and 2014. Included in this is a reduction of close to preliminary results from a re-estimation of project capital costs certificate from the flock. Another $30 million (through the end of 2014) in exploration spending, indicate an increase in construction costs of approximately 15% was a t-shirt with a caption reading, and deferral of approximately $20 million in sustaining (assuming initial production in late 2014 and full production in ‘Where have all the perogies gone’. capital expenditures beyond 2014. As well, sustaining capital the second quarter of 2015), of which one half would be deferred expenditures for 2013 are expected to be approximately $15 hat there are only 1234 days until to the production phase. "The most significant contributor to the • T million lower than previous guidance. The Hudbay board also Snow Lake's 70th Anniversary and estimated cost escalation relates to heavy civil earthworks, which dropped their semi-annual dividend by $0.09 per common share. 3060 days until Snow Lake's 75th were affected by higher than estimated volumes of material to be In respect to Lalor, Hudbay has invested approximately $365 Anniversary (70th in 2017, 75th in moved, other geotechnical issues and lower than anticipated wet million to June 30, 2013 and entered into an additional $63 2022). MJ weather productivity," read the release. "Work is continuing at million in commitments for the See HUDBAY on page 3...

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The 130 or so folks who gathered to honour the retirement of Doc and Maureen Macleod ~ photo courtesy of Garry Zamzow evening there were by some estimations and regaled guests with stories of his first taste-off put together and overseen by hat if you threw a party and everyone W 130 invited guests milling about on the days in Canada, the north, and eventually Doc and Maureen’s long-standing friend, came? Well, you’d have to have a fairly outside decks and areas inside. Snow Lake. He came to the community Sharon Stubbs. large home to hold them all… and that The evening began with Doc and Mau- on July 25, 1979 and Doc stated that Most who know Doc are aware of his wasn’t a problem with a recent retire- reen’s family as well as former clinic em- everyone who had ever worked for him in affinity for this particular dessert and ment shaker held in honour of Doc and ployees and their spouses sitting down to the clinic and pharmacy, other than Lena numerous folks in attendance had over the Maureen Macleod’s many years of service an amazing barbequed smorgasbord laid Fletcher, was in attendance. With this, a years made carrot cakes which crossed to the community of Snow Lake. The out by Doc and son Roddy. When folks toast was offered up to Lena’s memory. Doc’s palate. Stubbs explained that Doc hoedown was held Saturday, July 27th in had finished up this feast, the reminiscing There were numerous stories told of was the only participant in the taste-off the Macleod’s beautiful and expansive began. Egged on by those in attendance, buying appliances for the Macleod’s first and the quest was to identify who made lakeside home and by the mid-point of the Doc called upon his marvelous memory Snow Lake home and the first social each of the four carrot cakes he was about function he attended in the to sample. Doc had his game face on and community; as well, others as he delved into each, he identified subtle in attendance recounted characteristics and consistencies of the tales of Doc’s first forays cake and icing prior to pronouncing his into the town’s medical score of ‘89’ for each of the four pieces. and social scene. Many Pressed by Stubbs, he finally guessed at also stated what a pleasure who baked each entry and, amazingly, it had been to work for and was only wrong on one! This is a man with him. Those compli- who knows his carrot cake, but it seemed ments of course were he had a favorite in mind, “Where is Vi reciprocal. Wood’s cake,” he queried. At around 7:30 p.m., ap- After the contest was over, Doc thanked proximately 100 additional everyone for coming and especially guests began to arrive thanked Sharon Stubbs for organizing and as the deck filled up, the entire event on the couple’s behalf. everyone was invited to Subsequent to enjoying a massive spread the west side of the home of shrimp, salads, barbequed treats – as for a group photo (above). well as much of the aforementioned car- Later folks gathered in rot cake, an evening of socializing was the home for a carrot cake enjoyed by all. MJ The Canada Day Committee would like to thank everyone who volunteered their time to help make July 1st festivities a success again this year! It is greatly appreciated. We could not pull it all off without the help of volunteers. And a special thank you to the It appears our friends at the #39 and #392 Beaver House have a new service... or firefighters for another awesome someone has a pretty-good sense of humour! ~ photo by Marc Jackson display of fireworks. Page 3 THE Underground PRESS August 15, 2013

...HUDBAY from page 1 time in 2014,” he said. “This will be project. The mine is on schedule and on approximately one year ahead of schedule budget. and will allow us to restart an exploration The increase in production capacity story that has been dormant for the last at the Snow Lake concentrator that three years, while we’ve been building results from the $9 million investment the Lalor Mine and gaining the necessary EILEEN is expected to be completed by mid- access for deeper exploration. The team 2014, when the production shaft at Lalor at Lalor has done an excellent job and we ELISABETH is being commissioned. Hudbay says commend them for all of their efforts to they will continue with engineering date.” KATHLEEN and optimization work for the new The CEO also noted that despite some concentrator and reassess timing for rough patches, the company has done BURR construction of the new concentrator right by its shareholders. “When we hit following completion of an updated mine bumps in the road as we unquestionably plan later in 2013. have with Constancia’s Capital Eileen Burr passed away peacefully at Northern Lights Manor in Flin Flon, “During the second quarter of 2013, expenditure escalation, it is equally Manitoba on August 2, 2013 at the age of 88 years. There will be no formal Hudbay hoisted 106,723 tonnes of ore important to find efficiencies in our from the ventilation shaft at Lalor at a existing business, manage the timing of service at Eileen’s request. A private family interment will take place in copper grade of 0.83% and zinc grade of our growth expenditures, and find capital Snow Lake. There will be a gathering to celebrate Eileen’s life at the Snow 10.34%,” the July 31st news release read. from sources other than our shareholders Lake Legion on August 16, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. “Underground project development has to keep our share count low and deliver continued, with completion of the 910 per share value growth that we committed Eileen was pre-deceased by her husband, Fred; her brothers Gordon and metre level and the 955 metre level load to deliver,” he said. “We have raised over Leonard and her sister Orma. out facility. Hudbay has also started work $1.5 billion in the last year to fund our on the #1 ore pass and the settling cones. growth without issuing one share.” He She is survived by her loving companion, Ron Barrow; children Pat (Arnold) Construction work for the main ore and said they will continue to pursue this line of Salmon Arm, BC; Fred (Elaine) of Unity, Saskatchewan; Terry (Ron) of waste handling systems, as well as the in maintaining a strong balance sheet. Neebing, Ontario; Richard of West St Paul, Manitoba; James (Olwen) of main dewatering systems, will commence During a lengthy question and answer in the third quarter of 2013.” session that took place after the initial Brandon, Manitoba; brothers Bruce (Ethel) and Duane (Genie); sister In tandem with the July 31st news presentation, it was worthy of note that Audrey; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and release, the company held an August running ore through the old concentrator nephews. 1st web cast within which, the CEO rather than the new one proposed for addressed progress at Lalor for investors. the Lalor site won’t have any effect on In lieu of flowers, donations in Eileen’s memory can be made to the “During the quarter, we submitted permit recoveries of any metal mined. And VP Alzheimer’s Society of Canada. applications for the new concentrator with of Hudbay’s Manitoba Business Unit, the Manitoba and Federal Governments,” Brad Lantz noted that the $9 million he said. “We intend to continue the being spent isn’t an upgrade on the Stall engineering and optimization work for Concentrator, but bringing it back to what the new concentrator.” Garofalo said that it was originally designed to produce - Employment Opportunity initial production at Lalor continues to 2700 tpd. Nevertheless, he said that there meet their expectations and that they have would be little opportunity to increase it Now hiring a Client Service Representative, thus far hoisted nearly 107,000 tons of ore past that figure, and as a result it is not Snow Lake Branch, Casual and On Call Position from the ventilation shaft at Lalor and that seen as a long-term option in processing they have started on their first longhole Lalor’s rich ore. He noted that the costs to open stope at the new mine. process Lalor’s ore through the old mill If you are interested or want more information “We expect shaft sinking to be would be relatively the same; however, please contact Lillian Haines at completed in late 2013,” Garofalo there would be extra costs to haul raw 204-358-7483 or Kimberly Cann at 204-358-3550. continued. “Upon completion of ore from Lalor to the mill that would not sinking the installation of the steel sets be there if the mill was located right at and guides, as well as the headframe the deposit. “Timelines for increased changeover will begin. Ore production is production at Lalor and the deferred start- expected to transition from the ventilation up of the Lalor concentrator match up shaft to the main production shaft by the well,” Lantz confirmed. second half of 2014, subject to receipt of In respect to the Reed Deposit, it was required regulatory permits.” stated that the underground ramp had As always, the CEO took time to give advanced approximately 819 metres NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES credit where it was due; singling out as of June 30, 2013. The project is on TOWN OF SNOW LAKE the excellent performance of Hudbay’s track for initial production by the fourth workforce at Lalor in advancing quarter of 2013 and full production of Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the underground development. “(That approximately 1,300 tonnes of ore per Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 16th day of September, 2013, at the hour of 1:00 PM, at the office of the Town of Snow Lake, 113 Elm Street, development) is expected to put us in a day by the first quarter of 2014, subject to Snow Lake, Manitoba, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties: position to initiate drilling of the copper receipt of required regulatory permits. gold zone from underground for the first Roll Description Assessed Amount of ~ MJ from a Hudbay News Release Number Value Arrears & Costs for Which Property May be Offered for Sale Former Faro Mine resident Vicky McShannock 3400 AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING LOT 5 BLOCK 5 PLAN 646 L -$5,300 $2,876.96 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT B -$4,300 - 145 WILLOW CRESCENT 15600 AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING PARCEL ONE: THE NWLY 30 L -$3,700 $4,032.33 FEET PERP OF ALL THAT PORTION OF MAPLE AVENUE (NOW CLOSED) PLAN 646 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM B -$11,100 WHICH LIES BETWEEN THE STRAIGHT PRODUCTIONS SELY OF THE NE AND SW LIMITS OF LOT 1 BLOCK 17 PLAN 646 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS PARCEL TWO: THE SWLY 50 FEET PERP OF LOT 1 BLOCK 17 PLAN 646 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM EXC THE NWLY 20 FEET PERP SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT - 101 ELM STREET 21400 AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING LOT 17 BLOCK 23 PLAN 747 L -$3,700 $5,779.62 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE B -$51,600 CROWN LANDS ACT - 150 CEDAR AVENUE

The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property:  The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and costs.  The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties being sold.  The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft to the Town of Snow Lake as follows: i) The full purchase price if it is $5,000 or less; OR ii) If the purchase price is greater than $5,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $5,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale.  The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction.  The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession.  If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration.  The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title in the land titles office, including the registration fees.  Former Faro Mine resident, Victoria McShannock visited Herb Lake Landing during Dated this 29th day of July, 2013.

that community's recently held Pioneer Days... she was a guest of Linda and Garfield Managed by: Butler. Ms. McShannock moved to the Faro at the age of 22 months with her parents Jeff Precourt Chief Administrative Officer Ebert and Ethel McRae. They lived there from June 1946 to March 1959. Ebert Town of Snow Lake Phone: (204) 358-2551 McRae was the hoist operator and then caretaker at the mine. Fax: (204) 358-2112 ~ photo by Marc Jackson □ Page 4 THE Underground PRESS August 15, 2013 Why do we say that? by: Phyllis Verbeek refer to a contemptible person as a snake. A snake ummer appears to be flying by and we are left S in the grass is a particular kind of such person; a wondering what happened. Hopefully you were sort of the worst of the worst! Our English word out enjoying the warm days and long evenings. ‘snake’ is derived from a High German word Nothing; however, is quite perfect, and if anything ‘snahhan’ meaning to crawl. Because of their can take the pleasure from those days and quiet creeping along the ground, snakes have long evenings it is bugs and things that crawl. Those had a reputation for being a hidden, unsuspected annoying creatures are the subject of this week’s danger. The Bible draws on that idea in the story column. of Eve. In the third chapter of Genesis, a serpent Sometimes, when there seems to be a problem (a guise for Satan) befriends and then deceives and we cannot quite figure out what it is, we say, Eve. The reason that Eve did not suspect the snake ‘there is a fly in the ointment’. For centuries, ‘a fly of treachery was because it appeared friendly. in the ointment’ meant a small defect that spoils We use the term to point out a lurking danger, something valuable, or is a source of annoyance. an unsuspected threat or a disloyal friend. A The modern version thus suggests that something Chinese proverb goes like this; “He who has been unpleasant may come, or has come to light in a bitten by a snake avoids tall grass.” proposition or condition that is almost too good to We have used the term, ‘cute as a bug’s ear’ in be true. Something is hidden or unexpected that reference to a thing of beauty. Everyone knows could cause a problem. that babies, for example, are cute as a bug’s ear. Today, ointments are chiefly for medicinal use This is strange indeed, since bugs aren’t cute (just the thing for rubbing on that nasty rash). In (writer’s opinion) and they are small; hence, earlier times, ointments were more likely to be ears, if they have any, are so miniscule as not to creams or oils with a cosmetic or ceremonial use. be noticed in any way, let alone be seen as cute. Literally, ointment was the substance one was The saying actually has been translated from the anointed with. There is considerable anointing in word ‘acute’. Most bugs can detect sound, some Bible stories and it isn’t surprising; therefore, that of them very faint or very high pitched. They use this phrase has a biblical origin. Ecclesiastes 10:1: a variety of strange means to detect sound and no “Dead flies will cause even a bottle of perfume bug comes equipped with anything resembling a to stink! Yes, even a small mistake can outweigh human ear. Folks in southern U.S. states referred much wisdom and honor”. to a bug’s hearing as acute; meaning very strong, With a large snake having been in the news given their size, and we have adapted the rest. recently (having suffocated two children in Enjoy the summer; may yours be free of bugs eastern Canada as they slept) it is timely to speak and crawly things! of a ‘snake in the grass’. We have been known to

The ‘What’s the story?’ column is basically an overview; or the telling of ‘the story’ on a different Snow Lake resident in each issue. How it works is… each issue's subject will be asked a series of We wish to express our appreciation ten questions that will hopefully allow readers to get to know each individual a little better. So in this issue we ask, 'What’s the story' for all the lovely gifts as well as our on… Hazel Kitzler? sincere thanks to Sharon Stubbs for How long have you lived in Snow Lake? helping organize our recent Forty years in October 2013. What is your age and marital/ family situation? retirement party. I am 68 years old, widowed, and I have two daughters. What do you do for a living? I work at H.D. Central Bus Depot and Gift Shop. Doc and Maureen What is your favorite book(s)? I don't read a lot, but I guess a good Love Story or Mystery. What is your favorite TV show(s)? 'Dancing with the Stars' and 'Grey's Anatomy'. What is your favorite movie(s)? 'Notebook' and 'Dirty Dancing'. What is your favorite food(s)? I enjoy Pickerel, Roast Chicken, Chicken Stirfry, and Cherry Cheesecake. Notice of Public Hearing What is your favorite song(s)? Anything Country, the louder the beat the better. NOTICE OF TRIENNIAL REVIEW OF What is one thing most people don’t know about you? ALLOWABLE FEES FOR CASHING GOVERNMENT CHEQUES That I am a 23 year cancer survivor. PURSUANT to amendments made to The Consumer Submissions are to be made in writing to the Public What is the thing you like most about Snow Lake? Protection Amendment Act (Government Cheque Utilities Board, a) by mail to the Board at 4th Floor 330 The scenery and the people. HK Cashing Fees), S.M. 2006 c.17 the Public Utilities Portage Ave., Winnipeg MB R3C OC4, or b) by email Board (Board) conducted public hearings in 2006 to [email protected]. Submissions must be and 2007 towards determining maximum amounts received by the Board on or before September 5, 2013. to be charged, required, or accepted as a cheque cashing fee for cheques issued by the federal Following review of submissions received, the Board Clarence Pettersen and provincial governments, local government will determine whether there is a need for an oral bodies, and government agencies as designated hearing. If not deemed necessary, the Board will MLA for Flin Flon by regulation. On May 28, 2007, the Board issued its deliberate on the fee schedule, taking into account decision (Order 72/07), which is available for viewing all comments submitted. If a public hearing is Constituency on the Board’s website, www.pub.gov.mb.ca . deemed to be necessary by the Board, it will begin September 10, 2013, and, in that event, interested The Act requires that parties will be notified and provided with procedural information ahead of the hearing date. Constituency Office: 169(5) The board must review its existing orders 24 Main Street, P. O. Box under this section at least once every Procedure 331, FLIN FLON, MB three years. After the review, the board must make a new order that replaces the The Board’s Rules of Practice and Procedure apply, R8A 1N1 existing orders. and are available on the Board’s website and Phone: 1-204-687-3367 either upon request to the Secretary of the Such a review was undertaken in 2010 and Board Board (at 400-330 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Fax: 1-204-687-3398 Order 51/10 was issued. Manitoba, R3C 0C4) or by calling at 204-945-2638 Constituency Office Hours: The Board has now begun the process of conducting or 1-866-854-3698 (toll free). The Board’s email 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. the required triennial review and seeks input from address is [email protected]. any and all interested parties. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Hollis Singh Secretary, Public Utilities Board Legislature Office: Room 234, 450 Broadway, WINNIPEG, MB R3C 0V8 Phone: 1-204-945-3710 Fax: 1-204-948-2005

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Most people end of Wekusko Lake. were on their own for supper, but The celebration is perennially held on the first later in the evening, many gath- weekend in August and features a Treasure Hunt, ered in the Stabback’s front yard Scavenger Hunt, several Pancake Breakfasts, for a campfire and a thoroughly Canoe Races, Paddle Boat Races, Tug-of-War, enjoyable evening of entertain- Horseshoe Tournament, Canoe Jousting, a Sump- ment put on by Dan Davie and tuous Pot Luck Supper, and an all agreed upon Peter Roberts. Roberts and his favorite – 'The Courage Trail'. talents are well-known to all, but This year’s celebration was no different than Davie who is a resident of Wan- many others – shared organization of all events less and holds the distinction of saw them operating under a credo of loosely being born at Herb Town, proved structured timelines, participant numbers, and to be quite a serenader as well. event rules. This proven formula not only opti- There was a break in the rev- mizes involvement, but increases the fun factor. elry, while the Courage Trail took Nowhere was it more evident than during the place. For those scratching their Paddle Boat Races. Beginning with three partici- heads in wonder, the Courage pants per watercraft, before the boats even hit the Trail is about a mile long walk water, this was raised to four. After the first race, through thick area bush, rock, it was apparent that with two people exiting the and marsh. Sounds not-too-bad; boat and pushing, it maneuvered the course much however, try doing it in the dark, quicker and was less likely to fill with water. Not with no light at all (other than that getting wet mattered – long-time resident and apparently a few sissys with cell notorious tease, Jim Corman, was at the ready to phones), holding a partner's hand, make sure no one missed out on their fair share of with nothing to guide you but a water! string run along the course of the Nevertheless, the 2013 version of Pioneer Days trail. It can be wet and slippery, kicked off with the Treasure Hunt and it was ca- as well as down and dirty! Stories pably won by the fine folks out of the McDougall from past trail treks have reached cabin – they were led by a couple of feisty finders legendary proportions and judging in the person of Hailey and Jayden Tremblay, from the talk after this one… new who hail from Winnipeg. renditions are taking on status. It The Horseshoe Tournament is one of the more is said that there is popular events. It began on the Saturday morning no winner of the and didn’t wrap up until the Sunday afternoon. Courage Trail… Played in the beachside sand, one not only had to only survivors! be adept at throwing a shoe, but also at finding As he did the them! morning before, After horseshoes on Saturday, the previously Jim Corman woke mentioned Paddle Boat Races took place. They the entire commu- The Snow Lake Motor Inn and the Rose Room were won by a ‘Young Guns’ team of Calvin nity for the pancake Cairns, Nick Norlock, Jonathon Young, and Restaurant supper specials! breakfast and for Dionne Bartlett. Monday- Steak Night! (5 pm to 8.30 pm) those who didn’t Following this, people were called together for wake in time to get the Tug-of-War. After some preliminary discus- Featuring a prime rib-eye steak, fresh fried mushrooms, baked something to eat; potato with all the fixings, Caesar salad, baked beans, garlic toast, and a bar beverage! All for $16! Add a sion, it was decided that the ‘Young Guns’ (under Tuesday - Pulled Pork! (5 pm till sold out) it was definitely 30) would challenge the ‘Old Man Strength’ (over succulent skewer of Black Tiger Shrimp for $5. They are AMAZING! through no fault of Carolina Style Bar-B-Qued Pulled Pork Sandwich, Fries, 30) and the rope was quickly laid out and taken Wednesday - LASAGNA Special! (5 pm till sold out) Corman’s. in hand. After a count of three and a shout of Coleslaw, and a Dill Pickle! $15.75 After everyone Back by popular demand our regular Lasagna “GO”, it was a classic case of an irresistible force Thursday - WING NIGHT! (5 pm till sold out) was fed and wa- meeting an immovable object. The only thing special, featuring our savory caesar salad, garlic toast, and soup du jour! tered, the Horse- that could give… gave, as the rope broke in two. 'Thursday Wing Night' takes place tonight! Come on shoe Tournament down tonight and every Thursday Night for some of the Motor Inn's 'Wickedly Sumptuous Wings' and Most on both sides went ass over teakettle into Friday - Prime Rib Sandwich Night! (5 pm till sold out) picked up where it the sand and water. Not to be disheartened or de- other delectable delights! had left off the day nied, latent scouting skills were incorporated and A whole loin of slow roasted prime rib, cooked before and things the rope was quickly tied back together. With an- to perfection, then thinly sliced, dipped in au jus and piled high on a fresh grilled Kaiser bun with sautéed came down to the onions and horseradish mayo! Accompanied by our famous fries, southern coleslaw, a side of au jus, and a other count of three and a shout of “GO”, the rope Saturday- Memphis Style Baby Back Ribs (5 pm till sold out) wire very quickly. bar beverage! All for $15! broke again (in a new spot). Again people picked Winners of this themselves up and dusted off; however, the young On Saturdays we feature our Memphis affair were the Style baby back rib special, consisting of a full rack of mouth-watering baby back ribs, our famous fries, fellows realizing that they were in too deep as it On these nights, or any other but Sunday, you can also enjoy Marie’s famous homemade burgers and fries, tandem of Quin- and coleslaw for $ 18.75, or a half rack for $12.75. was and that they should really get while the get- towering clubhouse, a tasty whistle dog, and ‘Homemade’ soups and desserts! Plus delicious specials on nell BC resident Tuesdays! Come on down folks! ting was good; hastily forfeited to the old timers Kevin Sales and Restaurant Hours: Mon to Thurs - 4 pm to 8.30 pm., Fri & Sat- 11.30 am to 8.30 pm, grill off at 8 pm., Sunday - (at least that’s how I remember it). Closed. For takeout orders phone: 204.358.2331. All specials are plus taxes. 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... Pioneer from page 5 and packed with nutrition. And the aforementioned Jim Corman. there was some fine conversation This seemed a bit of an upset, as to be had at any table a person

Talk of the Town! most thought that the twosome chose to visit. Later, Organizer by: Mayor Clarence Fisher of Shelby Stoupe and Lyndon Cathy Stabback announced that Kucharyshen would have won this year’s Scavenger Hunt was The second topic is not such good news, s we head down into late summer, I get to write a based solely on the fact that a very tight affair; however, they A but I don’t think is a surprise to anyone in the good news/bad news update column of Town news. Kucharyshen threw three ringers did have a clear winner and it community. It is in regards to the slowdown in The good news actually has come unexpectedly. in the previous semi-final match. was the Corman Team – young Hudbay’s construction schedule. Hudbay has Earlier this spring we received an order at the Town Canoe Races then took place Hunter Bartlett accepted the win- announced that they are reducing their operating from the Manitoba Department of Conservation. on the lake out front of McDou- ners certificate on behalf of the budget by approximately $100 million. We have Concerned about the growth in Snow Lake, the galls and the father/son team of team. They managed to collect already begun to see the effects of this in Snow provincial government required us to do a study of Ted and Rick Stabback came 82 of the 96 required items in the Lake. The bush clearing, which was done earlier the capacity of our garbage dump. This is a topic through with some poised pad- hunt. this year leading to the new construction of several that has been batted around town for years. We dling and a straight bearing to Throughout the weekend, kilometres of highway has been completed, but have all been told that our dump was filling up and win by at least five or six barge local Historian Linda Butler and then stopped at that point. The construction of Lalor that we would soon need to be on the lookout for a lengths. After several quick trips husband Garfield held an ‘Open itself continues to move ahead, but Hudbay has new spot. This would have been difficult news to back and forth in the canoe, they House’ at their cabin. A number announced that the new concentrator at the Lalor receive. A new garbage dump in line with provincial seemed almost elated to hear of people stopped in to enjoy site will be delayed. Instead of opening in 2014, it environmental regulations would have cost us at that, interest was waning and reminiscing about Herb Lake. will now be late 2016 or possibly even 2017 when least several hundred thousand dollars, if not a price enough had begged off on the Folks looked through Linda’s it is completed. The existing Stall Lake mill will into the millions. This was the news that we were Canoe Jousting event that was many photo albums, talked with receive a $9 million upgrade, which will increase expecting to receive. Instead, KGS engineering, scheduled to follow, that it was her about past times and visited its capacity and allow them to delay spending $325 who we had hired to conduct this study, was able eventually cancelled. with a friend of hers who was million on the new concentrator. to determine that we have approximately 35 more Fairly close to 100 people up for the weekend, Victoria From talking to people around the community, years of capacity at our current dump site. Among showed up for the Pot Luck McShannock, who as a little this news is probably not a surprise. This delay other things, they fully surveyed and mapped the Supper that marks the end to girl lived with her parents, the means that development around the community site, drilled environmental test holes and determined Pioneer Days. It was as it al- McRaes, at the Faro Mine site. is still moving ahead, but at a slower pace. New how much garbage is currently going into the dump ways is – an absolutely fabulous A great time was had by all. MJ families continue to move into Snow Lake and each day. meal, abounded with delicacies houses continue to be sold. We are still very This study is going to mean a few changes around confident of the overall future of Snow Lake and the dump. We have to relocate the brush, metal and that the mine and the mill will be fully completed tire piles to different places on the site to make them and staffed, bringing new residents to town. These more convenient for pick up. As well, residents will things are just happening at a slower pace than we soon have to dump any garbage they are bringing had expected them to be moving. In the meantime, from home into a skip or bin that will be close to we continue to move ahead on our own plans, the dump entrance instead of driving right to the working to improve the services and the quality of face of the dump to drop off their stuff. Safety life that we have in Snow Lake. We are working concerns about residents’ vehicles, the garbage hard to attract new businesses to Snow Lake and we truck and loaders being in this small space together, have solid, responsible budget plans in place. None are leading to this change. Overall this study is of this will change. We still have a solid future, and good news for our community, as it will save us a safe, beautiful community to live and raise our a tremendous amount of money that we were kids in. expecting to have to spend.

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Vicky Morrison and her two boys, (L): Rodric and Redman enjoyed the Pioneer Days Anniversary cake. ~ photo by Marc Jackson Museum's Change Day

(L) Gregory Carswell shows off a piece of his artwork while accepting a cheque from Aurora Borealis Arts Council File photo of the Kate Rice display at the Snow Lake Mining Museum member, Phyllis Verbeek. ~ photo by Marc Jackson McMechan, Lynda Pronger, hange Day was held at the exceptionally talented at drawing. His week at the C Seth Alpin, Dori-Mae Forsyth, ach year the Aurora Borealis Arts Council of- Snow Lake Mining Museum on E camp enhanced his technique in areas of painting Sara Turnbull, Darla Martinson, fers a scholarship to students wishing to increase August 7, 2013; 54 people attend- with oils, water colors, charcoal, sculpting, and Jessica Turnbull, Mona Forsyth, their knowledge of the arts. The group works with ed, and there were 35 winners in pencil sketching. Christina Holmgren, Shelly Joseph H. Kerr School to inform students that this the Penny Parade. The ABC presented Gregory with a cheque to Chrapun, Amanda McMechan, program is available. The winners were: Karson cover his camp registration of $335.00 and $100.00 Jordan ?, Daniel Lang, Maddox , This year Gregory Carswell approached the Yoder, Tammy Leaman, Court- to cover cost of supplies. McMechan, Shane McLaren, council and asked for assistance to attend a one land, Roxane Lamontagne, Stu The Aurora Borealis Arts Council also offers a Gary Zamzow, and Sarah and week camp at the International Peace Gardens. Bridgeman, Paul Hawman , bursary to grade twelve students wishing to follow Ethen (Judy Petterson's daughter Gregory is the twelve year old son of Gregory and Evan Yurkimik, Matt Alpin, Bob a career in the Arts. ~ by Phyllis Verbeek and grandson). Candice Carswell of Herb Lake Landing and is Forsyth, Peter Purvis, Tyler ~ Dori Mae Forsyth Page 7 THE Underground PRESS August 15, 2013

fast lane kept coming bountiful placement of beautiful cream and pink rose to a complete stop, bouquets. The bridal attendants all wore blush coloured then starting up again, long dresses and hair pulled back in a chignon. The over and over. It was groomsmen wore black tuxedos. In addition, there were London, Rome... Parres? the domino effect, from four junior bridal attendants and one junior groomsman By Jim Parres people changing lanes. in a ‘short’ tux! The bride was totally exquisite in a After five hours and magnificent dress with many layers of overlapping skirt several ‘missed signs’, and train and beautiful veils. Guests sat out on their My sister's daughter, Mia, and her fiancé decided to we arrived at Clevelands balconies and on the lawn, taking in the event. A small get married in the Muskokas on August 3rd, 2013. We House Resort, in Minett, situated on the shore of beautiful group of musicians provided the perfect touch with their were excited to attend, as that is when most families get Lake Rosseau. It is a very old resort, well past its prime, choice of entertaining background music. together – weddings and funerals. We would see family and much less expensive than the new $5 million Marriott At the completion of the ceremony, the Rabbi had them we hadn’t visited in years, and besides, when a couple two minutes away, where the wedding was taking place. both step on a wrapped glass and break it (for tradition). gets married in the beautiful Muskoka Lakes area and you The accommodation was clean and comfortable and there Then it was off to the patio for drinks and appetizers, get an invitation, my advice is to attend. It is probably, for were lots of activities for kids and adults. while the wedding party frolicked on the grounds having us at least, a once in a lifetime, opportunity. Just as we were checking in to our rooms, there was a pictures taken. The Muskoka Lakes area in Ontario is 130 miles call from my sister Brenda. Hurry over here and join us... Dinner was served inside the hotel and the entrance north of Toronto. This scenic area is centered on three lots of food... The rehearsal party was just winding down of the bride and groom was preceded by each of the interconnected lakes, Rosseau, Joseph, and Muskoka, - and we decided, why not! We were starving and any food attendant couples entering the room dancing. The groom picturesque vacation land, east of Georgian Bay on Lake sounded good. This turned out to be the right decision... carried the bride into the room and then they danced to Huron. Muskoka Lake is connected to Lake Rosseau by we got to meet all the bridal attendants and visit with the head table. Both sets of parents also danced into the the Indian River and Lake Rosseau to Lake Joseph by family at the same time. I must admit I was more than a room. Of course some couples dance steps were more the St. Joseph River. A lock at Port Carling and a canal at little ‘taken’ with Brett Lindros. Very handsome and very interesting and exciting than others. All fun. A larger Port Sanfield, allow watercraft to cruise the three lakes. personable... and he didn’t object to a photo op either! group of musicians again provided beautiful music. In the early days, the scenic splendour and recreation Saturday morning we sauntered along the beach and Following a delicious meal was dancing and visiting. attraction of the resort hotels brought vacationers from over to the old Church, which has been turned into a The bride and groom, as well as the parents of each, New York City and Toronto, north to the Muskokas. By bakery. Many tantalizing works of food art tempted us - were lifted high in the air, while seated in their chairs, by 1879, there were about 30 establishments and by 1985 fabulous butter tarts, home-made pies, wonderful looking the groomsmen. Something we had never seen before about 400. I believe that number has dropped due to scones, specially packaged granolas and cookies of either. It was all quite spectacular. The groom’s mother some of the older hotels being demolished. every description. A group of folks from South Africa had entertained with a beautiful song. We decided we’d made Originally, many wealthy Torontonians built cottage bought the last of the cinnamon buns at the bakery, but the right decision in attending! homes in the Muskokas. On Lake Muskoka there is they were willing to share. Somehow this group knew the Sunday morning came way too early... and we hauled an area named Millionaires Row and another called doctors working at Flin Flon. ourselves out of bed and back to the Marriott. After a Billionaires Row! Currently there are well over 20,000 We had been requested by the bride to ‘show up’ light brunch, a group of us headed out to Gravenhurst for vacation homes in the area. A number of NHL hockey around 3:00 p.m. for a Bride’s Photography shoot. We a four hour tour of Lake Muskoka on a vessel called the players (Brett Lindros, Curtis Joseph, Kris King, etc.) that shined, and spiffed, and put in our appearances. No Segwan. It was all very relaxing and gave us a chance have places there. Even the Touchstone Film Corporation bride. No problem she’d be down shortly... Well, maybe to rehash the previous night’s frivolities and re-live the has built an exclusive condo development, which offers not shortly... but... so we visited, and of course enjoyed a entertainment! We got to learn a little about the area in time share condos. few pre-ceremony cocktails! the process. I’d driven past and through parts of the Muskokas Truth is the bride and her nine attendants were getting Monday morning found us back in our van and on our on my way to Toronto, when I lived in Timmins and in dressed for the Event of the Year... and none of them way in to Toronto. The return trip only took two hours and Kirkland Lake in the 1960’s and 1970’s. I should have took that lightly. They did manage to make it down for the very little traffic. What a delight that was. bought a piece of land there, as it is now some very pricey actual wedding ceremony (and only 15 minutes late). How is it that no matter how much you enjoy a trip real estate. Hindsight. As time for the ceremony approached, the black (wedding or other adventure), it’s always a joy to return Heading off on this adventure, we drove the hour in rain clouds hovered and threatened to force the whole home? Our arrival home was 9:30 p.m... just in time for a to Thunder Bay, parked at the airport and went to check production back into the hotel, but fortunately it cleared off small snack and the CTV news! in. Our flight was an hour and a half late. This threw a and the ceremony went on. A Lady Rabbi presided, and wrench into our plans, as we had hoped to pick up my I am sure the couple had assisted her in compiling the ~ London, Rome...Parres? sister Bev and her gang in Toronto by 1p.m. to beat rush ceremony. It was all very lovely and quite different from hour traffic. what we are used to. We rented a Dodge Grand Caravan at Avis down in The area of the the Hockey Hall of Fame area and got on the road by ceremony overlooked 2:30. It took an hour to clear the city, but once on the Lake Rosseau and 400 North towards Barrie, it was bumper to bumper. The was decorated with a

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Volume 17, Issue 18 Snow Lake, Manitoba August 29, 2013 Island tribute for Rice and Woosey

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• That former Snow Laker Wallie Szumilak and his wife Marie, who are in the process of breeding and naming a new daylily in Kate Rice’s honour, had a number of candidates flower this year. I gave him my picks and he said, “The so called finalists will be transplanted into a seperate bed with a little more growing room. I will be discarding the ones that either resemble their parent plants, or have not performed well. Next year I will compare the characteristics of the finalists to the registration requirements and reserve the name "Kathleen Rice" with the American Hemorcallis Society.” So the Kate Rice Lily is about a year away from availability.

• That Kevin Lalor (the nephew of Fintan Main: Plaque placed on Woosey Island. Inset: Kate Rice and Dick Woosey. ~ Plaque photo by Marc Jackson, others unknown. H. Lalor – the man Lalor Lake is named after) and his sons, Carey and Kelley were assessed a number of claims over the years; most notably the everal summers back, a number of people gathered in both The in Snow Lake last weekend. They went S Starr Claim, which was on strike with the Rex, Kiski, and Bingo out to visit and see the Lalor mine as well Pas and Minnedosa and said a proper and fitting good-bye to a Gold mines. as visit the cairn dedicated to their uncle/ pair of trailblazers who persevered the elements and hardships In spite of all that Rice and Woosey accomplished in their great uncle on Lalor Lake. I’ll have a of the early north, and focused on pursuing a pioneering creed lives, they seemed to have been forgotten in death. Woosey’s story on the visit in the next edition. within solitary lives. grave at The Pas’ Lakeside Cemetery was marked with nothing Richard ‘Dick’ Woosey and Kathleen ‘Kate’ Rice were more than a wooden stake (albeit, suitably inscribed), and Rice’s • That speaking of Lalor… wasn’t the honoured during small dedication ceremonies on July 31st and Town Council going to honour, in some final resting place in the Minnedosa Cemetery was not marked at August 1st, 2009 (respectively). The two observances saw way, the people who played a part in the all. proper headstones placed on their graves and words spoken that discovery of the mine? I wonder what's Nevertheless, through the generosity and help of a number recognized their deeds in this world and their places in the annals going on with that? of people, and entities that/who know and respect the area’s of Northern Manitoba history. history, this enormous omission was redressed during that hat after reviewing trailer court rental Arguably, these two are responsible for much of the mineral • T summer long weekend, four years ago. They were: Michelle rates, as well as assessment, mill rates, development in Northern Manitoba. Woosey, (along with Mike Pruder of Northern Life Tours and Adventures out of Thompson, and general taxation in Snow Lake, the Hackett) was the first to discover gold on the eastern shore of Prospector and Developer, Peter Dunlop from The Pas, former Finance Committee of council recom- Wekusko Lake and in doing so, brought a rush of people to the Herb Lake resident Dan Davies and wife Irene from Wanless, mended to council that trailer court area to prospect for the elusive mineral. They of course found it, licence fees be increased by 4% effective Snow Lake Area Prospector Ken and wife, Mae deGraff, but others came to mine gold and numerous other minerals in the January 1, 2014 and that trailer court Economic Development Officer, Dennis Strom from Creighton, region and more notably, the area around Snow Lake. rental rates be increased by 1% in 2014 Saskatchewan, Snow Lake/Herb Lake Historian, Linda Butler Rice – along with Woosey – was responsible for bringing and again in 2015. from Chilliwack, B.C., Vale/Inco of Sudbury Ontario, United Inco to Northern Manitoba when the company came looking Steelworkers, Local #6166 from Thompson, United Steelworkers, hat there are only 1220 days until to purchase the couple’s Rice Island Copper/Nickel claim (a • T Local # 7106 from Flin Flon, Leone and Marc Jackson of Snow Snow Lake's 70th Anniversary and 3046 property that Vale/Inco still owns). While here, Inco of course Lake, Hemauer Granite Memorials in The Pas, and Guinn days until Snow Lake's 75th Anniversary got into that whole Thompson thing, which appears to still be (70th in 2017, 75th in 2022). MJ Brothers Memorials in Neepawa. quite lucrative. On her own, Rice staked surveyed, proved, and See RICE on page 2...

... RICE from page 1 result, the leftover money was donated to her courage and ethics spoke volumes, places and brass plaques denoting their the Snow Lake Mining Museum. while her deeds and prospecting helped deeds on the islands that bear their names. At the time, there was money left over The plaques were cast shortly after define the north we know. In Memory Anyone who has ever been concerned from the headstone project and it was and they sat waiting for the perfect of Richard ‘Dick’ Woosey. A man who about this omission of the past can now thought that two brass memorial plaques opportunity to be placed. That pristine although short in stature had the heart of a rest easily, and those who made it possible would be an appropriate purchase. The morning occurred on August 13th when giant. He helped open this area to mining, financially, or through donations of time, plan being that they would be placed on Ted Stabback and Marc Jackson put thus bringing prosperity and development materials, or work can feel proud that the rock faces of Wekusko’s Rice and in at Bartlett Landing and floated two to the north. they played a part in righting a historical Woosey Islands. When the plaques were kilometers east to Rice and Woosey It took four years to do it, but Kate wrong. May Kate Rice and Dick Woosey commissioned through Hemauer Funeral Islands. There, with materials supplied Rice and Dick Woosey are now suitably forever rest in peace. MJ Home, owners James and Neil Hemauer and donated by Hudbay, they drilled into honoured. wouldn’t even discuss payment for them – rock on the islands and installed the two They have they would be a donation! This, after the plaques. The inscriptions read: In Memory headstones Our Thank You to You All Hemauers had already donated Woosey’s of Kathleen ‘Kate’ Rice. With the Aurora on their Our family would like to take this time to thank the beautifully inscribed headstone. As a Borealis illuminating her pioneering trail, final resting community, local businesses, and surrounding commu- nities for their support, fundraising, prayers, and well wishes over the past few weeks. We would like to thank the Snow Lake Hospital and the Flin Flon General Hospital’s Palliative Care Staff The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 241 and the Snow Lake Motor Inn would like to thank all for the care they showed Eldon. the great volunteers who made the Street Party a success. Many thanks to the Town of Snow Lake, Thank you to the Legion Ladies Auxiliary and Daryl Armsworthy, Lois and Gerry Charron, Charlie Strasser, Darlene and Bill Pleasance, Courtney Christian Fellowship Centre for the luncheon as well as Pleasance, Elaine Samborski, Esther Ward, Tom and Michelle Bridgeman, Terry Rudd, Blake War- Val and Greg Foord for their kind words and Tony Butt ren, Johnny and Connie Bartlett, Irene Selkirk, Danny Roberts, Davey Roberts, Ian Lamontagne, and Bev Krul for the beautiful music for the funeral. Marie Pettipas, Curtis Baldwin, Jordie Dawson, Dennis Merber, Robin and Garnet Coulson, Rob Thank you to our family and friends for their caring McKenzie, Grace Chrapun, Margaret Yoder, Joseph Kryschuk, the boys who helped bring down support and the love shown to us by you all. the tables, the local band - for one hell of a show! And anyone else we may have forgot who helped A special thank you to Ann and John Foster as well make this day such a success. Over $2500 was raised for local causes. A big thank you also to all as Tamer Rice for their immense generosity and many those who attended and we truly hope you all enjoyed yourselves! kindnesses; they are too many to count… thank you so much! And to everyone who volunteered or helped in any way; you are all so kind. Thank you! Sincerely, The Erickson Family - Lynn, Sabrina, Herb, Erica, and Brook

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Sharon Shanks of Camrose, Alberta and Leone and Marc Jackson of Snow Lake Special Events are delighted to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage Town of Snow Lake Office now open Mondays and through the lunch hour! RC Legion #241 Fun Bingos 7:00 p.m., September 5th and 19th, (Clubroom) of their children: Alysha Nicole to Joel Kent. RC Legion #241 Whist Nights 7:30 p.m., September 6th, 13th and 20th, (Clubroom) RC Legion #241 Meat Draws 4:00 p.m., September 7th, 14th and 21st, (Clubroom) The couple plans a late summer 2014 wedding in Camrose, Alberta. RC Legion #241 Texas Hold 'Em 7:30 p.m., September 12th and 26th, (Clubroom) RC Legion #241 General Meeting 11:00 a.m., September 21st, (Clubroom)

Ongoing Events Anglican United Church, 11:00 a.m., Sun. (Anglican-United Church) Snow Lake Christian Centre, 10:30 a.m., Sun. (Christian Centre) Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church Mass, 10:30 a.m., Sun. (Catholic Church) Snow Lake Baptist Church, 11:00 a.m., Sun. (101 - Lipsey Drive) Lutheran Church, 11:00 a.m., Sun. (Resource Centre Basement) TaeKwonDo, 5 - 6:30 p.m. Tues/Weds/Thurs (Lawrie Marsh Hall) Sparks and Brownies, 6:00 p.m., Mon. (Elks' Hall) Guides, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Sat. (Elks' Hall) Jr. Rangers, 6 – 8:00 p.m., Mon. (Lawrie Marsh Hall) Adult Rangers, 7 – 10:00 p.m., 1st & 3rd Mon. each month (Lawrie Marsh Hall) TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 6:00 p.m. Thurs. (Ang-United Church Basement) Town Council Meetings – 6:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Tues. (Council Chambers) MMF Monthly Meetings, 2nd Monday each month, 7 - 9 p.m. (Reading Room)

courtesy of Hudbay Page 3 THE Underground PRESS August 29, 2013 A call for equity within town owned facilities

that he recently looked into the town’s expenses at the curling rink over the last few years. “The town, each year, puts approximately $25,000 into the hydro; the new roof was approximately $100,000, there is a new ice compressor going in there that is $30,000, new signage, and a lighting retrofit, which was $30,000,” he said. “So again, I don’t think that the Town isn’t putting money into the facility; that’s almost $200,000.” Jackson asked if some of this was in the form of grants and how it compared to the money that is put into the arena. The Mayor said that there, “has been far less spent on the arena. The arena is getting a new roof this year; we’re looking at nine or ten thousand.” [Editor’s note:] Actually, the town’s own budget document earmarks $87,000 for the job in 2013. Fisher also said the money spent on hydro is similar in both rinks, as well as the community hall, but the money for the curling club roof, compressor, and lighting is money the arena didn’t get. [Editor’s note:] Although this might be true during Fisher’s mandate, that money and more was also spent on the arena. There was a new iceplant, a new ice machine (Zamboni), a complete Curling Club members volunteering their time to put in ice at town owned curling rink ~ file photo by Marc Jackson lighting retrofit, and new boards and “Your solution of picking up three times The president proceeded to explain nine person delegation from the Snow plexiglass installed in the not so distant A per week is definitely not required,” she that the curling club’s finances have been Lake Curling Club appeared before Town past – in addition to yearly operational said. slowly dwindling. “We have used up a Council at their regularly scheduled costs and the wages of two full-time and In regard to discussions that took place lot of our money fixing up and maintain- meeting, held at 6:30 p.m. on August one casual employee. As for signage, it around the cleaning of the Curling Rink, ing this facility - over $56,000 in the last 20th. Once the meeting was opened and has been changed twice on the Arena in she touched on the town’s rejection of three years,” she said. “We do not have the minutes of the previous meeting were this council’s tenure. the proposal put forward in April to have anyone to put the ice in or look after it.” passed, Mayor Clarence Fisher invited the Councilor Samborski asked what the town employees do this. “Again, we Noting that a comment was made at the group to address council. yearly fees were to curl. The reply was question; why do you look after it at the April Recreation Committee Meeting Acting as the spokesperson for the as- $130 for one night a week and $160 for arena,” she argued, while suggesting that about having to pay overtime in order to semblage, Club President Leone Jackson, two nights. He then asked if anyone knew arena user groups should perhaps clean look after both the arena and curling rink, thanked the council for the opportunity what the fees were for Minor Hockey. the arena themselves? “Not only do you she reasoned, “With a new work plan/ to address the Town’s recent response to The Mayor replied, “Minor Hockey, I look after it; you hire a person over and job description for the two employees; a meeting the Curling Club held with the believe is around $50.” CAO Precourt above your regular employees to clean. we believe this would be totally unneces- Recreation Committee on April 23, 2013. advised that Rec. Hockey doesn’t have Why isn't this part of your employee’s sary, but if any overtime is approved, the At that spring meeting, the Curling Club fees, but take a collection for insurance regular job description? This is something curling club and minor hockey should be requested (as is the case with the Wilfred costs. Councilor Mayer asked how many that could be done at both rinks, during required to cover it - shared equally.” T. Lipton Arena) that the town have their nights Minor Hockey got per week. Two regular hours, by your regular employ- In conclusion she noted, “As members employees install and maintain the ice nights per week was the reply; the same ees.” of the Snow Lake Curling Club, obvi- surface at the Gordon M. Rupp Curling for Rec. Hockey. The next point brought up was insur- ously we want to curl. And as tax payers Rink. Jackson began by questioning the Councilor Enright asked what the ance and it was noted that the Curling of Snow Lake; our request is to simply council’s decision to deny the request. President’s perspective was for a plan to Club would look after the additional revamp the duties and schedule of the two She noted that the club wasn’t given increase membership in curling for the insurance required when hosting their employees you presently employ to look any reason for the denial and sensing future. Jackson said that the club felt they bonspiels and that outside organizations after our recreation facilities, in turn using that there may have been some miscom- were fortunate to have the participation renting the ice will make arrangements for our tax dollars more efficiently,” she said munication or misunderstanding, they they do, when compared to other clubs in insurance through the town office. before noting her willingness to answer wanted to confirm that it was not the the north. She noted that there were about In respect to club finances, the club questions. club’s expectation that the town hire an 10 – 15 new members last year, but these wanted to clear up what they said was a Councilor Mayer was first with a query, additional ice person for the curling rink, were offset by the loss of other members. misconception that the rink was making asking if there were wages paid in all but instead work out a schedule for the Enright wondered if younger folks were ‘all kinds of money’. The club president years quoted, as they were only specified Town’s two employees at the arena to showing an interest in curling. The reply provided a brief profit/loss of the previous in one. The reply was that the figures look after the curling rink as well. “Over was that there was some, as the club had three years. She said that in 2012-2013, were not available currently, but could the past 15 years Minor Hockey has gone two junior teams curl over the past couple the clubroom profit was $3634.52. There be sent. He also asked about profits and from approximately 80 children down to of years, and it was said that the school were no figures for the concession as it costs and it was eventually explained that 13 last season; the Figure Skating Club does use the rink. Judy Peterson noted was tendered. The total spent on main- maintenance costs were paid out of profits has folded, and Rec. Hockey has stayed that the club has also gotten creative and tenance of the town owned building for from past years; as well grants were in- more or less the same (25 players),” dropped men's and ladies' designations in the period was $8348.85 and the wages volved in paying some capital costs. Jackson said. “The arena is being used order to have anyone come out and make for making and maintaining the ice were The Mayor asked if the fact that the by a lot less people on a lot fewer days. up a team. She said they also allow five $12,078.85, in addition to a multitude club was losing their ice-person had You are still employing the same number and six member teams to accommodate of volunteer hours. In 2011-2012, the brought about their current request. The of people to look after this facility - why shift work. Kelly Peterson also added for clubroom profit was $4315.51. There reply was affirmative. He then asked if not give them something to fill their eight council’s information, the time it takes to was a loss in the concession of $3151.41, they had tried to find someone to take hour shift?” She then gave them options clean, pebble, and scrape the curling ice and the total spent on maintenance that on the job. Jackson said that they had on how town employees could put ice in surfaces. This is about four hours, two year was $29,861.93. Finally in 2010- advertised previously with no interest, but at both facilities and easily maintain it. days a week, and he said it takes about 24 2011, the clubroom profit was $5428.36. hadn’t advertised for the current year. She “You have recently hired a rash of new days to put the ice in. There was a concession loss of $1519.76, reiterated the discrepancy between how employees - it couldn't be a better time As there were no further questions, and the total spent on maintenance was things are done in the arena and curling to change up the work arrangement,” she Jackson asked if the club would receive $18,478.68. She then advised that the rink, the number of users in each and the added. a response to their presentation. As they club's current bank balance is $24,484.29, thought that the two current employees On another of several issues that the had already rendered a decision on the with a further $30,826.37 in an Invest- should be able to easily handle both build- club wished to address, Jackson pointed issue, the Mayor asked council if they ment Account. “Our membership the last ings. The Mayor replied that, as stated out that during the April rec. meeting the were willing to send it back to committee two season was 63 and 60; with a similar at the April meeting, no one knows why club requested a bigger garbage facility, or for a further look. The answer from all number expected this year,” said Jackson. things are the way they are in the two that their garbage be picked up numerous (other than Councilors Forsyth-Flamand “Snow Lake Minor Hockey's current Bank buildings. times during Ladies Bonspiel weekend. and Kowalchuk, who were absent) was Balance is $30,099.45. Their member- Fisher continued, saying that every- Their reasoning was that club members yes. The curling club will be invited to ship last season was 13 with even fewer one involved is on the same side as far had to haul and store garbage themselves sit down with the Rec. Committee during expected this year.” as trying to keep facilities open, adding during this three day event in February. their discussion of the issue. MJ Page 4 THE Underground PRESS August 29, 2013 Why do we say that? by: Phyllis Verbeek be absorbed by other apples in proximity, causing ummer is drawing to a close and we really S them to begin to rot as well. The phrase, as used don’t know where it went. The period at the end today, simply means that one person's actions can of summer and the beginning of fall has its own have a negative effect on those around him or her, significance and we can all appreciate the harvest and by influence being the reason they do wrong season. This harvest includes the apple trees in our as well. The phrase can also be used to describe own back yard; therefore, this week we are going negative after-effects; (the, ‘we’ve always done it to discuss apples. Yes, apples! this way’ philosophy) causing a negative influence We often hear the comment, “The apple on those around him or her, in as much as others doesn’t fall far from the tree”. Usually the saying may be prohibited from doing something for fear indicates that family characteristics carry down that they will do wrong in the eyes of their peers. from one generation to the next and is probably Then we proceed to the common ‘comparing applied most often today to someone with obvious apples to oranges’ phrase. The saying suggests failings; the saying asserts the problem was that while the two do have some common simply passed along from parent to child. The characteristics, such as both being readily notion is similar to the older ‘like father, like son,’ available to us, and both are fairly reasonably and ‘like mother, like daughter,’ or ‘it runs in priced; the two also have very distinct differences. the family’. ‘The apple doesn’t fall far from the Perhaps, first to note here for differences, is that tree’, seems to have appeared first in the German Canada is noted for apples and never for oranges. language; however, American philosopher Ralph On a much broader level, research has shown Emerson was the first to use it in English. He that the domestic apple and the naval orange wrote in an 1839 letter that ‘the apple never falls are separated by about 89.2 million years of far from the stem’. Emerson used it in another evolution. They are, however, both fruit trees. sense; to describe that tug that often brings us Simply put, the phrase implies that it is not fair back to our childhood home. Either meaning to judge two persons, two objects, or two sets of suggests family ties. circumstances by the same criteria even though Another ‘apple’ saying is, ‘one bad apple spoils there are some things they do have in common. the barrel’. The phrase stems from the fact that Happy apple pickin’ and may the fruits of your in the literal sense, one bad apple in a barrel of labors cause you joy and satisfaction! apples can spoil the whole container. If one apple in a bunch is indeed rotten, it emits gasses that can Home Hardware helps spruce up parks The ‘What’s the story?’ column is basically an overview; or the telling of ‘the story’ on a different Snow Lake resident in each issue. How it works is… each issue's subject will be asked a series of ten questions that will hopefully allow readers to get to know each individual a little better. In this issue, we ask, 'What’s the story' on… Ryan Evans? How long have you lived in Snow Lake? I first moved to Snow Lake in 1989 and have lived here off and on for a total of 10 years; most recently moving back in March of last year. What is your age and marital/ family situation? I am 30 years old and have been married to Christine for two years. What do you do for a living? I work for Hudbay as an operator at the Snow Lake Concentrator. What is your favorite book(s)? I recently finished reading ‘El Narco’ by Ioan Grillo; which is a gritty look into Mexico drug cartels. The 'Song of Fire and Ice’ series from George R. R. Martin and anything from R. A. Salvatore have also been amongst my favorites. What is your favorite TV show(s)? My current favorites are 'Boardwalk Empire', 'Breaking Bad' and 'Game of Thrones', but my all time favorite has to be 'Lost'. What is your favorite movie(s)? Both 'The Departed' and 'The Tree of Life' stand out for me, but I really enjoy anything Christopher Nolan directs or produces. What is your favorite food? You can't beat a donair or a T-bone right off the BBQ. What is your favorite song? The Rolling Stones' 'Sympathy for the Devil' or Eddie Vedder's cover of 'Hard Sun'. What is one thing most people don’t know about you? I actually met my wife through an internet dating site. Above: (L): Home Building Centre owner Dave Mayer, Rodney Forbes, District Park Supervisor with Manitoba What is the thing you like most about Snow Lake? Conservation, and Home Building Centre's Morgan Cann ~ photo by Marc Jackson. Below: Spruce seedlings Other than the amazing scenery, Snow Lake is full of opportunities to inside a transportation trailer. ~ photo courtesy of Rodney Forbes. plant your feet and have the type of life that most people dream of. From (PLEASE SEE STORY AT TOP LEFT ON PAGE 5) seeing the effort put in by volunteers to make local events and fundraisers a success to just getting a sore arm from waving at people as you drive down Lakeshore. It proves there is something special about our little town. RE

Sincere thanks to Hemauer Funeral Home for their generous donation of the memorial plaques that honour local pioneers Kathleen Rice and Richard Woosey. ...many thanks to Hudbay for their donation of the materials used to install the plaques. ...and to Ted Stabback for his help and expertise in the installation process.

The Rice/Woosey Memorial Project Page 5 THE Underground PRESS August 29, 2013 fication, as well as to fill in spots where trees have nyone frequenting the Wekusko Falls camp- A been killed off by the Spruce Budworm. In places ground, or indeed most campgrounds in the north, we are under filling with these little trees and when "Why do people say ‘no offense’ right before will have noticed that an insidious little predator they come up, the trees that have been killed off called the spruce budworm has killed off a number they’re about to offend you?" ~ Anonymous will be taken out. As well, some are ornamental of the large and majestic spruce trees. Folks may and others were placed in between sites.” have also noticed that in many of these parks tiny Supplier and donator of the trees, Dave Mayer White Spruce seedlings are taking the place of dead "How is it one careless match can start a forest fire, but it says that all the trees came from a nursery in and dying trees and are also popping up in more takes a whole box to start a campfire?" ~ Anonymous Hadashville, Manitoba. He said that they try to ornamental locations, such as between campsites make the donation close to September 25th, which and at park entrances. coincides with National Tree Day. Five hundred of the small saplings were brought In past years, Mayer has arranged for smaller to Northern Manitoba by Snow Lake Home Build- donations of trees to the Town of Snow Lake and ing Supplies through a corporate partnership with they have normally been planted around the com- Tree Canada; they were then donated to Manitoba Closed for munity in September. “We always plant early, but Conservation on behalf of that group by local busi- not generally this early, to allow more time to get nessman, Dave Mayer. established because of the northern area,” he said. “The trees were planted at Wekusko Falls, Paint System Changes “We took a different approach this year and maybe Lake, Gyles Park Iskwasum, Reed, and Clearwa- got better bang for the buck,” said Mayer of the ter,” said Rodney Forbes, a District Park Supervisor donation to Conservation Manitoba and their use in with Manitoba Conservation. “They are for beati- replacing trees killed by the budworm. MJ Manitoba Public Insurance Contact Centre and Service Centres will be closed for regular business during the Labour Day weekend, Street party - one day that's a fun day! including Friday, Aug. 30.

If you were planning to visit a Service Centre please do so before Friday, Aug. 30. For urgent business, the following locations will be open with limited services *.

Friday, Aug. 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. In Winnipeg: In Brandon: In Selkirk: • Gateway Road, • 731-1st St. • 1008 Manitoba Ave. 40 Lexington Park • cityplace, 234 Donald St.

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For urgent matters, please call us at 204-985-7888 Friday, Aug. 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. *please see mpi.mb.ca for details

ABOVE Dix and Chicks (L): Brian Warren, Terry Hornyak, Rylee Galiz, Robin Coulson, Claude Trudeau, and Pete Roberts. Missing Pat O'Conner. BELOW: (L): Ian Lamontagne and Uncle Gerard Lamontagne man the bar at the recent Street Party. ~ photos by Marc Jackson

13-049-01-02 Closed Labour DayNOTICE Ad 4 x 98AG.indd OF PUBLIC 1 AUCTION 8/21/13 10:02 AM SALE OF LANDS FOR ARREARS OF TAXES TOWN OF SNOW LAKE

Pursuant to subsection 367(7) of The Municipal Act, notice is hereby given that unless the tax arrears for the designated year and costs in respect of the hereinafter described properties are paid in full to the Municipality prior to the commencement of the auction, the Municipality will on the 16th day of September, 2013, at the hour of 1:00 PM, at the office of the Town of Snow Lake, 113 Elm Street, Snow Lake, Manitoba, proceed to sell by public auction the following described properties:

Roll Description Assessed Amount of Number Value Arrears & Costs for Which Property May be Offered for Sale 3400 AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING LOT 5 BLOCK 5 PLAN 646 L -$5,300 $2,876.96 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT B -$4,300 - 145 WILLOW CRESCENT 15600 AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING PARCEL ONE: THE NWLY 30 L -$3,700 $4,032.33 FEET PERP OF ALL THAT PORTION OF MAPLE AVENUE (NOW CLOSED) PLAN 646 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM B -$11,100 WHICH LIES BETWEEN THE STRAIGHT PRODUCTIONS SELY OF THE NE AND SW LIMITS OF LOT 1 BLOCK 17 PLAN 646 PLTO (N DIV) EXC ALL MINES AND MINERALS PARCEL TWO: THE SWLY 50 FEET PERP OF LOT 1 BLOCK 17 PLAN 646 PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM EXC THE NWLY 20 FEET PERP SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATIONS CONTAINED IN THE CROWN LANDS ACT - 101 ELM suckling pig, hamburgers, hotdogs, smok- STREET The Snow Lake Motor Inn and Legion 21400 AT SNOW LAKE AND BEING LOT 17 BLOCK 23 PLAN 747 L -$3,700 $5,779.62 ies, potato salad, coleslaw, and baked PLTO (N DIV) IN 68-17 WPM EXC ALL MINES, MINERALS Branch # 241 once again joined forces B -$51,600 beans,” he added. Noting that, this year, AND OTHER RESERVATIONS AS CONTAINED IN THE and, during the afternoon and evening CROWN LANDS ACT - 150 CEDAR AVENUE the Motor Inn donated all of the food for hours of Saturday, August 10th, put on the meal; Lamontagne said that it sig- The tax sale is subject to the following terms and conditions with respect to each property: a well-attended and thoroughly enjoyed  The Municipality may exercise its right to set a reserve bid in the amount of the arrears and nificantly increased the money the event street party. The event took place at the costs. raised for local charities. “It went great,  The Municipality makes no representations or warranties whatsoever concerning the properties south end of Elm Street (Main), in the being sold. there was some terrific support locally;  The successful purchaser must, at the time of the sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque roadway area between the Motor Inn and or bank draft to the Town of Snow Lake as follows: putting it on was no trouble at all,” he Legion. It was fenced off, bar and food i) The full purchase price if it is $5,000 or less; OR continued. “We will do this as an annual ii) If the purchase price is greater than $5,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable services were incorporated, tables were deposit in the amount of $5,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within event.” 20 days of the sale. set up, and most importantly, a trailer was  The risk for the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction. Anyone queried about the street party moved in, so that local band ‘Dix and  The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession. noted that the food was excellent, the  If the property is non-residential property, the purchaser must pay GST to the Municipality or, if Chicks’ could serenade the masses. a GST registrant, provide a GST Declaration. service exceptional, and the band was fan-  The purchaser will be responsible for registering the transfer of title in the land titles office, Co-owner of the Snow Lake Motor tastic. All in all, attendees were already including the registration fees. Inn and co-sponsor of the event, Gerard  looking forward to the 2014 event. “It Dated this 29th day of July, 2013. Lamontagne, advised that there was a is one of Snow Lake’s fun days, and like good cross section of Snow Lake residents Managed by: July 1st and New Year’s Eve, it draws a Jeff Precourt who showed up for the second annual Chief Administrative Officer very diverse crowd,” said Lamontagne. Town of Snow Lake event. “Around 200 of Snow Lake’s MJ Phone: (204) 358-2551 finest,” he said. “The grub was a roasted Fax: (204) 358-2112

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Things go from bad to worse for QMX Stephen Harper can run but he can't hide forever. Maybe by Halloween he'll try dressing up as an accountable Prime Minister. ~ Thomas Mulcair in respect to Prime Minister Harper's recent announcement that he will prorogue Parliament - for the third time during his tenure - until October 2013...

Snow Lake Mine ~ file photo by Marc Jackson

ounce for 2013.” n an August 15th news release QMX I On the brighter side QMX Gold Gold announced that they recorded entered into a custom milling agreement revenue of $7.38 million in the second with Armistice Resources in the second quarter of 2013; however, upon further quarter of 2013. The arrangement will reading it appears that things have just see them handle, mill, and refine ore gone from bad to worse for the troubled from Armistice’s McGarry Mine near gold miner. Kirkland Lake, Ontario. This is seen Although the company sold 5,366 as a way to generate additional revenue ounces of gold at an average price of for the company. “The agreement will $1,456 and generated revenue of $7.38 see a minimum of 30,000 tonnes of ore million in the quarter, they also realized delivered by Armistice over the period a $6.38 million net loss during the same of at least a year,” read the release. period. This combined with the $4.04 * Fun Bingo 1st and 3rd Thursdays of The news release noted that work on million lost in the first quarter results securing financing for the company’s in a net loss of $10.42 million in the six the month at 7:00 p.m. Snow Lake Mine is ongoing. months ending June 30, 2013. “Management continues to work Added to this QMX has found towards securing strategic alternatives * Texas Hold 'em Tournament, 2nd themselves in breach on a loan and have for the Snow Lake project with a partially suspended exploration and and 4th Thursdays of the month at renewed approach to seek out private development at their Lac Herbin Mine. equity investors and promoting the “As at June 30, 2013, the Company 7:30 p.m. Snow Lake project as a near-production was in breach of certain of covenants opportunity in a tier one jurisdiction,” on its outstanding note payable,” the they said. release read. “As a result, the lender Commenting on the financial results, is exercising certain of their rights QMX’s President and CEO, Francois under the loan agreement, has limited Perron said, “We are now seeing the the Company’s access to certain bank *General Meeting, 3rd Saturdays positive impacts of our cost reduction * Meat Draw, every accounts and is controlling certain cash measures in our cash costs and Lac of the month at 11:00 a.m. disbursements, including applying funds Herbin remains cash flow positive; Saturday at 4:00 p.m. in such accounts against interest and however, further declines in the gold fees payable to them. The Company and price have forced the company to make the lender are currently in negotiations *Chase the Ace, every the decision to suspend development with respect to this covenant breach.” and exploration to further contain In respect to the suspension of Saturday during costs.” Perron continued, “I am pleased activity at Lac Herbin the company that the Company was able to undertake said the mine has undertaken a number the Meat Draw! the custom milling agreement with of cost reduction measures that Armistice and I am hopeful that we have had a positive impact on their will be able to investigate similar operational cash costs. Included in these opportunities in the region as an is a suspension of development and additional revenue stream for the exploration activities below the 42 level * Whist, every Friday company.” for an undetermined period of time. As noted in the June 6th edition of “Lac Herbin will continue to operate The Underground Press, QMX was in above the 42 level to mine out the arrears for their 2012 tax bill, which is at 7:30 p.m. known mineralized lenses which should $243,088.87. The company would have continue into Q3 2014,” the company Phone (204)358-2308 for received a similar bill for the current tax noted. “Operational guidance for the year, which would be due and payable mine remains at production levels of more details! August 31, 1013. ~ MJ from a QMX 20,500 to 23,000 ounces of gold at a news release cash cost between $1,200 and 1,400 per Page 7 THE Underground PRESS August 29, 2013 of Panama and near Finally one of the army personnel picked up a large rock Guyana. He arranged and threw it into the pool. for two jeeps and armed Suddenly a writhing, twisting shape materialized and London, Rome... Parres? soldiers to accompany coiled around the rock. My Dad recoiled in shock as he them into the jungle could see it was a large snake (python or anaconda?). By Jim Parres on a daily basis, while He told me he had a vision of what could have happened they carried out their if he had jumped in. The snake would have tried to grab SNAKES sampling. This was him and/or coil around him. Would he have been able necessary as there were guerrillas in the jungle that were to break free? The soldiers may have started shooting Who knew there were so many exotic snakes in eager to take hostages for ransom, or even just to shoot their machine guns in an effort to kill the snake. Either Canada? How did they all get here? But, the hammer you if you resisted. way, it was not a good scenario. is down now after the recent tragedy in Campbellton, Their sampling was going well, but one day the Evidently these snakes can remain under water for New Brunswick, where two young boys were possibly temperature soared to over 40 degrees C, and coupled long periods of time. They come down and slip into killed by an illegally kept African Rock Python. Snake with the humidity in the jungle, the heat was very the pools just before the deer or wild pigs, etc., come experts are puzzled about the circumstances surrounding oppressive. They were driving back from work late down to drink. Once the prey start drinking, the snakes the boys’ deaths and the police are pursuing all angles. one afternoon, Yettman in one jeep with three soldiers can come up from the bottom and grab them with their Police seized 23 other illegal snakes and four large and Lew in the other jeep, also with several soldiers, all fish-hook fangs and pull them into the water, then coil American alligators from the store of Jean Claude armed with automatic weapons. They came down into around them and strangle them. Savoie, where the Rock Python was kept. Several days a river bottom, along the road with only a few inches The story was such a dramatic brush with death that later they confiscated 40 or so illegal snakes in British of water flowing at this time of the year. During the I forgot to ask if the gold sampling results were any Columbia and a 5-1/2 meter Python in Eastern Canada. monsoon season the heavy flow of water would create good? My father and I both had a lot of interesting ‘scour holes’ in the river bottom. This was a process ~ London, Rome... Parres? experiences during our mineral exploration careers and whereby one or more boulders would be rotated in place in our personal lives, involving snakes. Lew wasn’t big and erode down into the soil, sometimes creating a large on writing his adventures down on paper, because time hole six or eight feet deep and six feet across. Of course for memoirs is limited, and he spent most of his time these holes would fill with water and animals such as focussed on finding the ‘next’ deposit. Many nights deer or peccaries, would congregate there to drink in the I would find him back in his office studying maps of early morning or late afternoon. geology, geophysics, and area claim holdings. Some As the river area was cooler, the holes filled with nights when it was -20 F outside, he’d have all the water were like a large bath tub. My Dad got the idea windows open in order to keep a clear head? of a refreshing dip in the pool. He stopped the jeep Thanks Sharon and those We did interview my Dad, while driving places, he was driving and got out and started taking off his and gleaned a lot of his stories by transcribing them. clothes. He and Yettman both decided to have a ‘jungle who made my significant The tragic deaths of the two boys in New Brunswick, river bath’, so as to speak. Once the soldiers figured out birthday special. Also the reminded me of a prospecting trip my Dad made to what they were up to, they started protesting loudly in Venezuela many years ago. Spanish. They were yelling and waving their machine ladies at the Golf Club A fellow from New York by the name of Yettman, guns around. As the soldiers didn’t speak any English for their greetings and contacted my Dad about the gold bearing tailings at and my Dad didn’t speak much Spanish, there was an extraordinary bouquet! the old Nor Acme Mine at Snow Lake. Yettman was obvious communications barrier. Lew thought they interested in extracting the 60,000 possible ounces of were worried he might drown. He showed the soldiers gold, estimated to be in the arsenical tailings. These with body language that he was going to dive (jump) Maureen conversations developed into an inspection trip of a into the pool of water. The guards shook their heads gold placer property that Yettman knew of in Venezuela. vigorously indicating that he shouldn’t. They pointed Yettman had his own Lear Jet, so he and Lew flew down in the pool and yelled to South America to examine the gold potential, by out a name. Lew peered sampling the placer claims. into the dark waters but Yettman had contacts in Venezuela, which is a small couldn’t see any danger. country at the north tip of South America, just east

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Snow Lake .Stoupe’s Tire and Towing. H.D. Central Recovery 212 Jasper Avenue Express Group Phone: 358.2627 (Bus depot) 358-9743 H D Central Express is open is a fellowship of men *CALL US ABOUT TIRES, CAR TIRES, TRUCK TIRES, QUAD TIRES... ANY TYPE OF TIRES...YOU Mon to Thurs 10 to 5 and women who share Fri 10 to 6 NAME IT* their experience, strength ~**~ Sat closed and hope with each other SEE US FOR: *Tire repairs, change overs, and balancing Sun closed that they may solve their *Towing and boosting * Vehicle lock-outs* We will be taking freight every week day leaving here at 12.30 (noon) common problem and help Bus Passengers MUST buy their tickets here and get others to recover from themselves to Ponton. ** CAA Local Contractor ** Any questions please feel free to stop by the bus depot, and we will addiction. See us for CAA Memberships! do our best to help you out. Thank You. Meeting times are: Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in the Family Resource Centre Thompson basement or Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. in the Hospital and Area RCMP Board Room Drug Tip Line PH: Jerry - 7732, Monique Northern Esthetics has a new location! - 7088, Colleen - 7634, or (204) 677-6995 We’ve moved to: 198 - McGilvray! Terry - 9890 All calls are Phone us at: (204) 358-7958 and be sure to check anonymous. out the Northern Esthetics Facebook page! Quarterly Group Minimum Customer Meter Minimum Capacity Quarterly Service Water Sewer Size Charge Ratio Consumption Charge (Water & Sewer) 5/8” 1 13.64 $74.50 $36.15 $17.05 $127.70 3/4” 2 27.28 $74.50 $72.29 $34.10 $180.89 Page 8 THE Underground1" PRESS 4 54.56 $74.50 $144.58 August $68.20 29, 2013 $287.28 1 1/2" 10 136.40 $74.50 $361.46 $170.50 $606.46 2" 25 341.00 $74.50 $903.65 $426.25 $1,404.40 3" 45 613.80 $74.50 $1,626.57 $767.25 $2,468.32 400-330 Portage Avenue 4" 90 1,227.60 $74.50 $3,253.14 $1,534.50 $4,862.14 Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0C4 6" 170 2,318.80 $74.50 $6,144.82 $2,898.50 $9,117.82 www.pub.gov.mb.ca 8" 300 4,092.00 $74.50 $10,843.80 $5,115.00 $16,033.30 Details of the Town’s application are available for review at the Town’s office or NOTICE OF APPLICATION The Public Utilities Board’s office. Questions concerning the application for revised REVISED WATER and SEWER RATES rates, or the operation of the Utility, should be addressed to the Town of Snow Lake. TOWN of SNOW LAKE The Public Utilities Board is the provincial regulatory agency that reviews and August 15, 2013 approves rates for municipal water and sewer utilities. The Board’s review process The Town of Snow Lake (Town) has applied to the Public Utilities Board (Board) for revised water involves: and sewer rates effective January 1, 2014 as set out in By-law No.923/13 read the first time on July 16, • the Utility filing a rate application to the Board, 2013. • the public notification of proposed rate changes, • the Board’s review of the application through a public hearing or paper The current rates and proposed rates are provided: review process, and Current 2014 Increase/ • the issuance of a Board Order which outlines the Board’s decision on the Decrease rate application and the rates to be charged.

Quarterly Service Charge $72.75 $74.50 2% Any person who has concerns regarding the Town of Snow Lake’s application for Water - $/per cubic meter $2.45 $2.65 8.16% revised rates should either write to: The Public Utilities Board Sewer - $/per cubic meter $0.88 $1.25 42% 400-330 Portage Avenue Minimum Quarterly-Water and Sewer * $118.17 $127.70 8% Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 0C4 Unmetered water and sewer- $/per Quarter - $522.30 $601.00 15.07% or, send an email to: [email protected] on or before September 13, 2013. Service Charge included** Tipping Fees (per cubic meter) $3.24 $2.15 -33.64% The Board will then decide whether any further notice is required and whether to proceed with a public hearing or paper review process. All concerns received by the Reconnection Fee $50.00 $50.00 0.00% Board will be considered in the Board’s decision on rates to be charged. Hydrant Rental (Annual) $150.00 $175.00 16.67% PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT IN CONSIDERING THIS APPLICATION, THE

*Based on 13.64 cubic meters PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD MAY OR MAY NOT FIND IT NECESSARY TO **Based on 135 cubic meters DETERMINE RATES DIFFERENT FROM THOSE APPLIED FOR BY THE AP- Minimum quarterly charges for meter sizes are proposed to be as follows: Year -2014 PLICANT. Quarterly Group Minimum Customer Note: All proceedings will be conducted in accord with the Board’s Rules of Practice Meter Minimum Capacity Quarterly Service Water Sewer and Procedure which the Board may vary in order to constrain regulatory costs. The Size Charge Ratio Consumption Charge Rules are available at www.pub.gov.mb.ca (Water & Sewer) 5/8” 1 13.64 $74.50 $36.15 $17.05 $127.70 3/4” 2 27.28 $74.50 $72.29 $34.10 $180.89 Jennifer Dubois, CMA 1" 4 54.56 $74.50 $144.58 $68.20 $287.28 Assistant Associate Secretary 1 1/2" 10 136.40 $74.50 $361.46 $170.50 $606.46 Manitoba Public Utilities Board 2" 25 341.00 $74.50 $903.65 $426.25 $1,404.40 3" 45 613.80 $74.50 $1,626.57 $767.25 $2,468.32 4" 90 1,227.60 $74.50 $3,253.14 $1,534.50 $4,862.14 6" 170 2,318.80 $74.50 $6,144.82 $2,898.50 $9,117.82 8" 300 4,092.00 $74.50 $10,843.80 $5,115.00 $16,033.30

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Next Regular Council Meeting is Tuesday September 3, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. - The public is welcome to attend -

Landfill Hours 2012 Auditor’s Starting on September 3, 2013, The hours of operation will be extended at the Financial Report Snow Lake Solid Waste Management Facility (the dump) to the following: Public notice is hereby given pursuant to Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 11:00am to 3:00pm subsection 194 of The Municipal Act that the Wednesday & Saturday 11:00am to 6:00pm Municipal Auditor’s Financial Report for the Provincial Homeowner Renovation Assistance Program Town of Snow Lake for the 2012 fiscal year Homeowners with low income may be eligible for financial assistance to is now available. Copies are available in the repair or restore their homes to a minimum level of health and safety. Repairs must relate to structural, plumbing, fire safety, electrical or heating. Town Office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. Up to $20,000 for eligible repairs is available to qualified homeowners. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday For more information: Contact Manitoba Housing at 1-866-689-5566 www.snowlake.ca www.facebook.com/townofsnowlake The Dog Days of Summer @townofsnowlake on twitter

While you’re enjoying your summer in Snow Lake and This September 2013 its walking trails and recreation areas, please remember public information is to keep your dogs leashed, cleanup after them and keep them out of the beach area. Thanks! sponsored by: