At recent report out of Van-
couver indicates that the
familiar rumble of fast-moving
coal trains through Terrace
could soon become a thing of
the past. Paul Kostuik, president
of Quintette Coal Ltd., says the
gigantic coal operation ‘in north-
eastern B.C. will close if its
Japanese customers are suc-

contract prices, -

Quintette’s entire production
flows through Terrace by rail on
its way to the port of Prince
Rupert, where it’s loaded on

freighters and taken to Japan
for use in steel mills, Due to a -

fall‘in the world price of coal,

the Japanese are-attempting to

have the price of Quintette coal

dispute i is being cénsidered by a

‘three-person arbitration panel i in:

Vancouver.

Mining analysts ‘estimate
Quintette’s survival margin at
$75 per ton,

Canadian National Railway

. public affairs officer Al Menard
said the rail traffic volume.

created by the northeast coal

Terrace Review — ‘Wednesday, November 2, 1988: 5

CNR philosophical about possible coal mine closure

CN undertook | a major up-

grading of its north line. His
reaction to the possibility of

Quintetie’s closure was philo-
sophical: ‘“We’ve already done
all the upgrading.” |

Menard added, however, that

he considers the closure a rather
remote chance. “I. think both
sides are doing a bit of postur-
ing,” he said.

Despite some past problems
with their operations, Menard

noted, Quintette has consistently
shipped the volume of coal in

‘their original contract. ‘From

CN’s point of view, they’re a
wonderful customer.”’

The coal trains account for
about one-third of the rail traf-
fic going through Terrace. Most
of the remainder is taken up by

cessful in a current dispute over

cut from $96. to $58 a ton. The

projects was the primary reason_

grain and forest products.

NISSAN|.

FIRST EDITION No.1

B.C. NISSAN DEALERS.

OCT/NOV ’88

—«BC.Ni Niss sali n Dealers
‘Shock petition with 1989 Launch!

The Nissan 240SX— it's a lot of
sports car but you can handle it.

B.C. Nissan Dealers have unleashed their assault on new sales
records by unveiling two completely new models for 1989, plus a
score of technical innovations.

Leading the way is Nissan's stunning 240SX — available both as a
Coupe and as a Fastback. The new 240Sx is one of the most stylish
being offered to new car buyers. Respected automotive reporter,
Tony Whitney, says: “I rate it the prettiest car in (its) class...even
better-looking than Honda's Prelude coupe...” ;

The sleek new Nissan 240SX is completely new from the ground
up, and loaded with impressive standard equipment. From bumper
to bumper, the accent is on performance, comfort and convenience
throughout. Here's just a partial list of standard features:

1989 NISSAN 240SX STANDARD EQUIPMENT

NISSAN 2408X ~
driven cars provide
ROAD & TRACK MAGAZINE, September 1988

NISSAN TRUCKS

The excitement of the 1989 introduction at
B.C, Nissan Dealers also extends to dependable
Nissan trucks.

The 1989 lineup is strong, with a superb |

selection of models. Buyers can again choose
~ from a variety of Nissan Hardbody trucks
including 4 x 4’s, King Cabs and standard
trucks. The lowest priced pick-up in Canada.
Nissan offers V6 power in more pick-ups than
any other import.

Dealers also expect strong buyer response
to the 1989 Nissan Pathfinder, as this crowd
favourite builds on its fame as “4 x 4 of The Year”
for 1989, in Canada, Australia, and the U.S.

Awards are nothing new to Nissan trucks.
Over the past three years, Nissan Pathfinder
and Nissan Hardbody trucks have won a total
of 7 international awards recognizing excel-
lence in design and performance.

the 2408X is balanced and fun to drive ir ina fashion only rear-wheel-

NISSAN SENTRA FOR '89—new 90 HP 12-valve,
1.6 litre engine.

1989 NISSAN SENTRA—
Practicality with Pizazz!

Economical? Yes. Plain? Never!
The Nissan Sentras for '89 at B.C.
Nissan Dealers are perfect examples
of hardworking, versatile family cars
that still offer handsome looks and
fun-to-drive features. As optional
featuree, the ’89 Sentra Wagon offers

full-time four wheel drive capability

and automatic transmission.
Choose the Sentra Coupe, 2 or 4
door Sedan, or Wagon and get a per-

fect family vehicle with style to spare!

* "NISSAN {| TOYOTA HONDA MAZDA
240SX | CELICA | PRELUDE Si MX-6

Engine .

(litres) 24 2.0 2.0 2.2

- 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
+ 4-WHEEL POWER ASSISTED DISC BRAKES
* 2.4L, 12 VALVE, 4 CYL, ENGINE’:

- * TACHOMETER

«FRONT & REAR SEAT BELTS WITH CHILD
RESTRAINT ANCHORS

* ELECTRICAL & FLUID LEVEL WARNING LIGHTS

* HIGHMOUNT REAR STOP LIGHT
- AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE WITH DOLBY/4
SPEAKERS
« STEEL WHEELS WITH FULL COVERS
- STEEL BELTED RADIAL TIRES.
* FRONT & REAR MUD GUARDS
+ DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
* RETRACTABLE HEADLAMPS
* DIGITAL CLOCK
* DUAL DOOR MIRRORS
« LOOP-PILE CARPETING
Also available as an option is Nissan's revolut
tionary “Head Up" dashboard display. This amazing
feature projects the speedometer readout onto a
specially treated patch of windshield. This lets the
driver check the speed without taking eyes off the
road—a proven breakthrough in safety.
The biggest 240SX surprise of all is the price.
B.C. Nissan Dealers are now offering this exciting

new model from under $18,000!
NISSAN 240SX — AVAILABLE FOR TEST DRIVES

NOW AT ALL B.C, NISSAN DEALERS.

HP 140 135 135 110

YOURB.C.NISSANDEALER
-NORTHERNNISSAN ey

4425 KEITH AVENUE, TERRACE, B.C. 635-6174