Charles De Long They were married in 1948. Peggy, a smoker, died 10 years ago from lung can- cer. "Like so many people, she didn't quit... until it was too late." The couple had three children, Linda, Jacquie and Joyce. They have given De Long seven grandchildren and four great- great grandchildren. Meanwhile, just after the Second World War, teaching salaries increased to $1,300 per year, up from $750. "That sounded like a lot of money." He went back to the profession in 1946 and so began a run as principal of several Trenton schools -- 1990 at Hart's Corners School (where he introduced future provincial cabinet minister Hugh O'Neil to the classroom); College St. Public School; North Trenton, Prince Charles, Queen Elizabeth and Marmora Street. He retired in 1979. Looking back, De Long said he has few regrets. "I've really enjoyed my life. I enjoy music. I liked teaching. "Me and the cat get along pretty well." Contact Barry Ellsworth at: newsroom@intelligencer.ca Correction A story Saturday in The Intelligencer about retired teacher Jack De Long contained some inaccurate information, including his name. Also, he retired in 1976. We apologize for the errors. 17 o o M /o(e o,