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Letters to the Editor Farmers Not Hurt by Land Tax Bill 22 wiverley Road, Value of the farm today $120,000 Bowmanville, Ontario. less value of house today 40,000 Value of land (20 acres) 80,00 Gentlemen: In the May 22nd issue of the Statesman, a letter appeared which criticized the new Land Speculation Tax Bill. I believe the writer was inaccurate as to the content of the bill - particularly as it relates to farmers. Several sections of the bill are designed to protect against the very thing the letter was about, and our local farmers may be interested to know of some of them. Firstly, no matter how large the farm is, any profit in the residence and the first ten acres of land is exempt from the tax. Secondly, there is a special provision for farmers which permits the sale of a farm to a member of the family without attracting the tax. The definition of "family" is very broad. Thirdly is the excellent provis- ion to provide for an inflation factor of 10 per cent per year compounded. This means that a farm valued at $100,000 in 1974 may be sold for $259,374 in 1984 without attracting the tax. This is available only to farmers. Finally, the legal and selling costs on the sale are deductible in calculating profits. The following example shows what might haDnen to one imaginary farmer with a 20-acre farm valued at $120,000 today, who sells it outside of the family ten years later for $320,000 with selling costs of $17,000. Don't Miss Speciai R.,R. 4, Bowmanville, Ontario. Dear Editor, Local evening hearings by the Solandt Commission to discuss the location of the transmission line between Lennox and Oshawa will be held on Monday, June 3rd and Thursday, June 6th in the M. J. Hobbs Public School, Hampton and Kendal Public School respectively. Both meetings will start at 8:30 p.m. These meetings have been scheduled following a request b the Durham Federation of Agriculture ,o hold meetings in these areas s- "that local people will have an opportunity to attend and voice their concerns regarding the lines. Many people were unable to attend the ormal hearings of the Commission that were held -in Port Hope on May 22, 23, 24. In my opinion these meetings are far more important than those held with Commonwealth and Hydro last year. Too many people ave taken for .granted that t e route preferred by Hydro is final. Such is not the case. The Solandt Commis- sion will make the final recommen- dation to Cabinet as to where the line will go, based on information that is received at these hearings. The route selected by Common- wealth and Hydro is the route they desire. It is therefore imperative that people attend these hearings to indicate to Dr. Solandt areas of concern so that he will be able to make the best recommendation possible. I recognize that many people feel that information presented at the meetings last year was ignored by Commonwealth and Hydro and thus see no reason for attending any more meetings. Our organization, too, is disappointed that Common- wealth and Hydro almost complete- ly disregarded the wishes of citizens in this area. We are therefore attending these hearings hopeful that Dr. Solandt will consider and implement the wishes of citizens in the area. It appears that very few peple have yet realized the magnitue of the project and the effect it will have in t he future. Many farm ojerations will be disrupted by these lines and less 10 acres for residence (½) 40,000 Value today for Speculation Tax 40,000 Farm sells in 1984 for $320,000 less value of house (then) 90,000 Value of land 230,000 less 10 acres for residence (2) 115,000 Value of remaining 10 acres 115,000 less original $40,000 inflated at 10 per cent per year for 10 years 103,750 Gain on sale of ten acres 11,250 less costs of $17,000 apportioned at 115,000-320,000 6,100 Taxable Profit $ 5,150 Tax at 50 per cent $ 2,575 So, the farmer who has an apparent profit of $200,000 is not necessarily going to lose half of it in taxes as some are now suggesting, and the $2,575 is likely to seem like a lot less ten years from now than today, assuming that inflation continues. I think the ten acre rule is a good one. The Federal Government allows only one acre at the moment for capital gains tax credit. Perhaps in time this may change too. Governments certaml seem to be aware of the probl ems facing farmers, and there are several good measures to lighten the tax burden for them. Of course, the bill is not yet law, but the comments above should be close to its present intent, and your professional advisor should be consulted in case of any doubt. -John Manuel lHydro Meetings also by other development that is likely to occur as a result of having the lhne here. As intimated previously Dur- ham Federation of Agriculture urges all citizens to attend these meetings and air their concerns. This is their Ïast opportumty to have input into determining the location of the line. Sincerely yours, Don Welsh. N.B. I also wish to comment briefly on the proposed ipeline for this area. It is, my. understandin that, despite not yet being approv" by the National EnergyBoard, thé' Inter-Provincial Pipeline Company is attempting to negotiate settle- ments with property owners. The Federation thinks this most unfair and urges farmers not to sign any agreement at this time. When more information is available, the Feder- ation will hold a meeting to discuss matters that should be contained in any agreement with the Company. It is the contention of Durham Federa- tion of Agriculture that if a pipeline goes through this area every owner should be treated fairly and such has not been the case when pipelines have crossed previously. Poet's Corner OUR REUB Our Reub's an Ai sort, you know We like him extra well. He's entertaining too, but oh The stories he will tell! Now some are really comical, And some are just a flop, And some have trend political, And some make Lu cry, -btop!" And some are really scandalous But, though they make us blush, We listen every one of us While Lu begs, "Reuben, hush!" Now this ma seem a travesty, But Idon t give a darn I heed in spite of modesty When Reuben tells a yarn. --E. V. 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May 23, 1974. Dear Sir: I am sure many readers of the Statesman will take umbrage to the article in "Bits and Pieces" con- cerning the parade of the Midland Regiment on Sat., May 25th. Whoever wrote "aging veterans marching along King St., trying to keep in step, holding în their saggin tummies as they recall how wel they used to look on parade" doesn't seem to me to have much respect for the men who so willingly, vo unteer- ed to fight for their country so that we could have the freedom we enjoy in this wonderful land of ours. These aging veterans, as you call them, are proud and consider themselves lueky to be able to parade with their regiment again, FAIR BUSINESS PRACTICES ACT A viýih railge of unfair' and deceptive business practices are to be outlawed by a Bill introduced recently by the Minister for Consumer and Commercial Relations, the Honorable John Clement. Bill 55 - The Business Practices Act - prohibits false, misleading or deceptive rep- resentations for all products and services sold to consumers. 1. Fast-talking car and encyclopaedia salesmen will have to trim their promises. 2. Phoney fire or 'going out of business' sales will have to come to an end. 3. Private car owners, spinning back mileage on odometers before selling, will be illegal (currently, this is only illegal for commercial sellers.) There are hundreds of other schemes which we are all aware simply mislead the public and take advantage of a consumer's lack of specific education, economic disability and some go so far as to take advantage of ethnic groups who are not able to understand the language of an agreement or contract. How will the legislation protect the consumer from these dishonest practices and unscrupulous businessmen? 1. Corporations could face fines up to $25,000 for offenses under the legislation. 49 YEARS AGO Thursday, June il, 1925 The following resolution was passed at a special meeting of Town Council held on June 9th, 1925: That a largely signed petition of the rate- payers of the Town of Bow- manville having been present- ed to this Council asking that the time be fixed one hour in advance of Standard time during the summer months in the Town of Bowmanville for the year 1925. A number of citizens had the sport of catching and more of feasting upon the big ten to twenty pound Salmon which came up the creek east of the village last Fall. Some were pink fleshed and others white fleshed fish. Mr. Alex McLeod informs us that these were British Columbia Salmon ma- tured from fry placed in the creek under his superinten- dency c A VLusicalRecital wi De given in the Opera House on Tuesday, June 16 at 8 p.m., by Miss Reta R. Cole, F.C.C.M., and her pupils. Proceeds in aid of the Hospital and Memorial Fund. Tickets 35 î'sagging tummies", or not. Many of their comrades are still in hospitals, and many many more didn't ' make it" home. Instead of being ridiculed and made fun of, I for one think they deserve praise. Molly Mairs, A Veterans's Wife and proud of it. Editor's note: Being one of the aging veterans, with a tummy that's becoming increasingl difficult to hold in, I assure you t at no offence was intended by the comment in 'bits"! Actually, after seeing the Mids on parade Saturday afternoon and photographing our old comrades in action, we thought they looked tremendous and marched extremely well considering that nearly 30 years have passed since marching was a daily routine. by Alex Carruthers, M.P.P. 2. Individuals, guilty of unfair practices face fines of up to $2,000 and prison terms of up fo one year, or both. 3. The legislation allows any consumer to cancel any agreement resulting from an unfair representation and to get his money from the supplier as well as any damages incurred due to 'unfair practice'. This qew law not only protects the consumer but the honest and respectable busi- nessman as well. No individual can be expect- ed to be an expert on all products. A consumer has to rely on the expertise of the vendor. Unfortunately, in do- ing so, the consumer bas found that many times his trust or faith has been misplaced. This situation has prompted many a consumer to shy away from purchases with small busi- nessmen in his own commun- ity. Instead, the leery con- sumer will often travel many miles to deal with larger outlets which, traditionally offer iron-clad guarantees on all their wares. It is not uncommon for local housewives, who might buy a vacuum cleaner at a local appliance store to travel 15 miles to a downtown chain to ensure the security of the investment. Hopefully, this legislation, by weeding out dishonest businessmen, will restore faith in the smaller business- 25 YEARS AGO Thursday, June 9, 1949 Bowmanville was treated to some of the best band music heard here in many a day when the Central Air Com- mand Band of the R.C.A.F., Trenton, presented a concert at the new Memorial Arena on Tuesday night under the auspices of the local Branch of Canadian Legion. Through the Department of Education's interchange of teachers, Miss Marjorie Couch, teacher at the Central Public School, plans to teach in England for the coming year. Miss Couch will be one of the 23 Canadian High and Public School teachers who will be placed in various schools througbout England. Bowmanvilie's interme- diate Royals dished up one of their infrequent "toss-away" games when they bowed to Port Hope, Wednesday even- ing, in Lakeshore League baseball by a score of 8-1. Play from Hampton "She's My Daisy" at Enniskillen shed June 15th, 8:30. Admission 35 cents, 15 cents. men, who have suffered unjustlV. I believe the Business'Prac- tice Act adds an important new dimension for the protec- tion of both the province's consumer and businessman. Council Tables Canada Week A motion not to participate in declaring Canada Week, June 24 - July 1; Senior Citizens Week June 16-22; and Cerebral Palsey Week this year, but maybe next year, was defeated. The motion came when Councillor Ken Lyall at Tues- day's Newcastle Council meeting expressed his view that to declare a week, place an ad in the newspapers wasn't enough, without some- one conducting a program for the town. He expressed his view that without someone organizing a follow-up, it was a waste of people's money. Council moved to table the matter and refer it to the finance committee. Command Chana Lieutenant-Colonel Nicnoias M. Hall, CD Senior Staff Officer, Operations and Train- ing, Central Militia Area Headquarters, Canadian For- ces Base Toronto, to be Commanding Officer The Ont- ario Regiment, RCAC, with effect from June 9, 1974. Official hand-over parade to be held in Oshawa at 8 p.m., Sunday, June 16. He succeeds Lieutenant-Colonel Stanley J. Skea CD. SWEEP Students May Work For Municipality Newcastle Council passed a motion to advise the Ganar- aska Conservation Authority that the 10 SWEEP students being employed by the auth- ority on government money, could start working on a program of cleanine un the Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, May 29, 1974 3 Municipal Levies Rise With Durham Education Budget of $47,458,017 The share of total expendi- ture to be provided by the municipalities is estimated at 35.7 percent, or $16,578,659. Mill rates have increased in almost all areas for 1974. Most spectacular areas of mill rate increase are the new Town- ship of Uxbridge, former constituent municipality of Scott Township and the new Township of Scugog's former municipality of Reach Town- ship (up 9.6 and 8.4 mills, respectively. Norman Edmondson, board chairman, attributed the general mill rate increases to the impact of regional government or bounaary rengnments. area of Wilmot Creek at Mosport Race Track and the Newcastle beach within the authorities jurisdiction. SWEEP stands- for students working on an environmental enhancement program. The motion came in reply to a request by the authority for projects. The motion also stated that specific details of the project would be looked into by the Community Ser- vices Committee. M .5k M f M M M * M M AN WHO This week topics, none o each of them peculiar world Why do s want to go into real future inr little hope of teaching trai infinitesimal important,I notorious. Yet the te pouring out th talented you flaming desire We had tw teachers on ou received a pile your knees. A who have bee profession bece They are the highly qualifie years of exp extra degrees. There's a security in a i holidays are p want security, if holidays are go on welfare. Teaching1 satisfactions, grinding life, tionally. I feel excellent youn a toe-hold i wouldn't sugge that he (or she It wouldL saying: "Get Strangely enou I got into the g w hen there wa teachers, andt old scruff whoc of a class. Now, the e in Ottawa thi about it, they' with ublic op: e Libera at it, and have that they car anything. Thei cover the w powder when t to death. The Conse eighteen monti not exactly se which might b way they coul the electorate. The NDP h deal in the las the Liberals pI of the firea possibility of a with the gover shown more po ship, and ar enjo ment ofp his timea than a shrug smarmy washi a government govern. And t] it from the tal minimal. in a carefully-programmed meeting of the Durham Board of Education Wednesday night, May 15, the 1974 budget was brought down and ap- proved at a total estimated expenditure of $47,458.017. This total shows an increase in spending of $1,477,467 abôve the 1973 level of $45,980,550. The Ontario government will pay 63 percent, or $30,164,058 of the budget and the rest will be made up by municipal levies. This is an approximate two percent increase in provincial assistance over '1973's total allotment of an estimated 61 percent. More Executive Power Meets with Discussion A new rule passed recently permitting the executive com- mittee of the Durham Region council to "inquire into and report to council on any matter. . .", claims a bit more power for the executive committee. Up to this point, council bas held its executive committee in close check. The commit- tee, composed mainly of mayors, looked after loose ends that other standing com- mittees ignored. The matters that come within the powers of the standing committees are, of course, excepted. This revamping of the procedural bylaw is said by some to allow the committee too much power. Even with the constraint that the committee could onlv "report" to council, Council- lor Ken Lyall, of Newcastle, felt that this move was putting too much power in the hands of so few. He said that, "Our original concept was that the execut1ive committee dealt only with things referred to them by council. Now, they will have the power to themselves. They can strike off on their own". Councillor Garnet Rickard. chairman of -the executive co~mmittee, objected with. "They may inquire into or report to council. They can ta ke no action without council reference". It was Coun. Rickard of Newcastle, who presented the 13 amendments to the procedural bylaw. After a heated discussion, council passed the amend- ment. 1, uNi Sugar an pie Spice. By Bill Smiley EîLËUTiIJN? Personally I'd vote for Joe NEEDS IT! Stalin if he could do something about inflation, and I'm sure enough older l'Il deal with several people would to put him in the P.M.'s of them related, but n an aspect of thE Last week I chanced to look al we inhabit in 1974. the price of a small can of bully beef, o many young people Seven ounces, 82 cents. This means, teaching? There's no roughly that a pound of thaf vit fnancia.l; vtery, smashed-up mess of meat, griss1e' finding a job after fat, and the odd bit of bone, from ning, and only an third-rate cattie, costs about $1.85. hope of becoming There is something rotten in the famous, or even state of Argentina. ILam utterly appalldb u achers' colleges keer grocery bis, and can't help thînking ousands of eager and that there is a grand rip-off in there ng people with a some where. The farmers arent to be teachers. getting it, and the chain stores claini o openings for English they aren't. But someone is. îr staff this year, and My heart bleeds for the large: e of applications up tc fam ilyon a low income. The working nd these aren't duds. man demands higher wages and is n weeded out of thE not even holding his own when he ause of incompetence, gets them. We're headed for a cream of the crop, depression, chaps. Your dollar of a ed, many with somE couple of decades ago is worth fifty erience, some wit cents today, and may be worth fortyv cents next week. certain amount oflNowlIl turn my- attention to teaching job, and the something doser to home. And retty good. But if you oser is the word. I can hear my go înto the bank, and grandbaby from all the way e your chief concern, downstairs, bellowing with brazen lungs for his dinner., has its rewards andHe's'a bonny baby. In fact, I say but it's a wearing. without pre)udice that hes the physically and emo- handsomest boy baby I've ever laid sorry for all those eyes on. Huge dark eyes, and a grin g people trying to gel that wouldmelt a Mother Superior. n the profession. I But his mother'has some odd est to my worst enemy ideas. She has some good ones, too, e) go into teaching. like feeding him mothers milk, on be the equivalent of which he is waxing into a butter-bah. thee to a nunnery." However, she wants to brin ugh, I like it. But then, him up the way the Indians and :ame back in the days Eskimaux do. Pick him up when he s a frantic shortage of cries; feed him when he's hungry; the were taking any play with him when hes bored. cou d stand up in front Neyer speak crossly or punish. lle's a "good" baby. Sleeps a lot, lection. If those idiots chuckles a lotkicks a lot, plays with nk anyone. is happy is hands. When his mother is re as far out of touch around. inion as usual. Twice in the last three days, 've als have had two shots offered to babysit, while his Mum e proved little except went to a show. No problem. Baby n't do much about sound asleep after a good solid r policy seems to be to dinner from the twin founts of life. ounds with talcum And if he does wake up, oie Grandad he patient is bleeding can alwaysamuse hîm with songs and witty'sayings. rvatives, in the last Thirty minutes after his Mum is hs in opposition, have out of the house, he wakes up. With t the House on fire, bated breath I hear the first bleat. be the best and only With despair I hear it build to a d get the attention of full-throated bellow that would suggest the imp is-beingmartyred at has had the best of the the stake by the Iroquois. st parliament, letting Pick him up, dandie him, jig ull their chestnuts out him, sing to him, talk my version of and squelching any Chinese to him, always a great hit i Tory blaze by voting when Mum's around. No dice. nment. The party has He wants grub, and 1 ain't litics than statesman- plumbed right for it. An hour and a n almost repulsive haif'of torture, changing diapers power. blowing on his belly, kitching an around we need more cooing. Nothing works. His Mum , a mumble, or a comes home, whips out the equip- ing of hands. We need ment and-the ittie devil is asleep i t with the guts to ten minutes, and sfeeps all night. he chances of getting So. Here are my predictions. ent on display seems Another minority government, a major depression, and a spoiled kid. No Offence Implied or Intended REPORT FROM QUEEN'S PARK In the Dim and ee 0û 0 0 0O 0o 'l CCNA