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Canadian Statesman (Bowmanville, ON), 13 Jun 1984, p. 23

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I Unique Car Packs 800 Watts of Sound Power Joseph Denny of Bowmanville Audio-Vision is pictured here demonstrating Panasonic's new audio selling machine, The Driving Force. With 26 matter of weeks transformed speakers driving 800 watts of power, it's no wonder he can't hear himself think. By Catherine Denny You could hear it first. The sound of 800 watts of power bursting from somewhere down main street. As you approach it you are in awe of what you see. In January, 1984, five specially constructed Dodge Daytona Turbo z's were rolled off. the assembly line and in a into an exciting new promotional promotional program for Panasonic Car Audio.. .The Driving Force. Last week one of these black and gold machines, outfitted with a custom designed audio system, was on display in Bowmanville, just outside of Bowmanville Audio Vision. The car was driven down to the Bowmanville Store, one of Panasonic's top dealers, to help promote Panasonic car stereos. Audio enthusiasts flocked to hear the astounding 800 watts of power driving the huge band of speakers and top of the line cassette deck. Automobile fanatics simply followed their ears to catch a WELCOME... employees of TAS-PAGE COMMUNICATIONS Peterborough to a Blue Cross extended health and dental Plan. Ross Freer Suite 204 Peterborough Square 360 George Street North Peterborough, Ontario K9H7E8 •S* (70 5) 743-06 7 7 6435-2 W CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE PUBLIC NOTICE TO ITS CITIZENS NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF BY-LAWS IN THE MATTER Chapter 337; of the Ontario Heritage Act, 1974, R.S.O. 1980, AND IN THE MATTER of the lands and premises at the following municipal addresses in the Town of Newcastle, in the Province of Ontario: Take Notice that the Council of The Corporation of The Town of Newcastle has passed by-laws designating the following properties as being of Architectural and/or historical value or interest under part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, 1974, R.S.O., 1980, Chapter 337. (a) By-law No. 84-65 49 Division Street, Bowmanville: ' Reason For Designation For architectural and historical reasons. It forms an integral part of an important grouping of mid-nineteenth century houses located at the intersection of Division and Wellington Streets. (b) By-law No. 84-66 99 Church Sheet, Bowmanville: Reason for Designation For architectural and historical reasons. It forms an integral part of the nineteenth century streetscape and served as the residence of two prominent members of the community. (c) By-law No. 84-67 85 High Street, Bowmanville: Reason for Designation For architectural reasons. The structure is a fine example of "Renaissance Revival" architecture worthy of designation as a style of residence that contains elements of both Georgian and Gothic architecture. Dated at the Town of Newcastle this 30th day of May 1984. David W. Oakes, B.A., A.M.C.T. Town Clerk Town of Newcastle 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario. LIC3A6 File: 60.17.105.106.107 First Date of Publication: May 30th, 1984 June 6, June 13,1984 glimpse of the remarkable Daytona Turbo sports coupe, voted one of the years 10 best cars by "Car and Driver." The small fleet of futuristic machines displaying the Driving Force insignia are now thundering across Canada providing dealers and enthusiasts a hands on view of the latest in the car audio market. EDITOR'S LETTER May 24,1984. Dear Mr. James, Several months ago I saw a program on TV's 20-20 Show covering Streetproofing of Children. I subsequently discussed discussed the topic with Constable Constable Anderson of the Durham Regional Police and they have now put together a package which includes a film and a slide presentation. The slide presentation has already been shown in some of the schools in the Region and is directed to children from Kindergarten up to Grade 3. The film is called Better Safe than Sorry, Part 1 and is geared more to older children, including teenagers (there is a section of the program which shows teenagers how to cope with tricky situations and also how they can assist the younger ones). Constable Anderson will be making this presentation on Sunday, June 17, 1984 at 2:00 p.m. in Tyrone Community Centre. After the slide and film presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions questions and take part in discussion. discussion. The meeting should last about two hours, and there will be no charge for admission. admission. Parents in the immediate area are being notified of this affair through the schools (Hampton and Enniskillen) but I would like to recruit your help, by the printing of this letter, for the benefit of others. This is a topic, I am sure, that is of interest to all parents and I would be very grateful if you would publish my letter and also in your issue of the week beginning June 11th put a little reminder in the 'Bits and Pieces' section on the front page. Yours very truly, Janet Heming (Mrs.) Telephone: 263-2307 Elizabethville Sunday School's Anniversary Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, June 13,1984 Town's New Fire Platoon Chief Enjoys Job ELIZABETHVILLE NEWS Church services were held as usual. The choir sang an anthem. Rev. Rutherford spoke to the children and had a bottle of stones and a bag of candies asking how they would trade? They said they would dump out some stones and replace with the candies. He told them that it would be like throwing away their bad habits and sins in exchange for God's rules. For his sermon he spoke on the life of Jeremiah taken from Jeremiah and continuing the series of the prophets of the old testament. God had selected selected Jeremiah to lead His followers from sin to become Christian again. Two Sunday school lads took up the offering. offering. Mr. H. Quantrill welcomed welcomed us at the door. Coffee was served as usual. The Senior Citizens' birthday birthday party celebrated Mrs. Dorothy Bell's, Mrs. M. Ander's and Mrs. Parker's; and Mr. Vernon's birthdays. Sunday afternoon, Elizabethville Elizabethville Sunday School held their anniversary services. Mrs. B. Burton played the organ and twenty-five little tots sang four times. Rev. Rutherford conducted the service. A Baptismal service was held when eight children were baptized: David John, and Gregory Robert Austin, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Zane Austin; Jonathan Matthew Burton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Barry Burton; Andrew David Gunby, son of Mr. and Mrs. D. Gunby; Beth Ann Yarema, Adam John Yarema, daughter and son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Yarema; all grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Beatty; and Paul Christopher and Amy Justine, son and daughter daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. Wakelin. Mrs. Wheeler presented presented each with their certificates. certificates. Rev. Rutherford told several stories of little boys who turned out to be important important people when adult even though they started with poor beginnings. Two of the children children took up the offering. The senior girls sang a song with Mark Peacock as guitar accompaniment. After the service a social time was had with lunch served in the basement. | On Monday, Mrs. Ida Wilson, Mrs. McAllister, Mrs. Wheeler, and I went on the Women's Institute bus trip. Forty-six from this district district went to the Ontario Agricultural Agricultural Museum at Milton. After spending about three hours there we went on to Stoney Creek and toured the Erland Lee homestead and grounds. On the way home we had supper at Scarborough Centre, an enjoyable day. On Tuesday, several in the area attended the funeral of the late William Moore in Port Hope. Interment was at Mill- brook. , The Women's Institute met at the Library on Tuesday afternoon. I didn't get there for the business part but I did hear Mr. Scott's discussions on marriage counselling. It was more a question and answer program. Lunch was served at the close. I will try to. get the business part for next week. After the Baptismal service Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. John Yarema entertained the Beatty family as well as some other guests at their home. Mr. and Mrs. O. Mercer have friends of their son Alan in California stay in a motor home at their place for a few days. Mrs. J. Fajt, Pontypool and I called this evening. TELEPHONE 623-6555 JOHN MANUEL, C.G.A. Income Tax and Related Accounting Services 118 King St. E., Suite 2 Bowmanville, Ontario L1C1N4 Shop the Annuity market with Mutual Life Through Mutual Life's Product Placement Service, I can provide you with the best rate for single-premium "payout" annuities from over 30 life insurance and trust companies. Call if you're looking for a quote. I'll shop the market ,oryou Donald Rowe 725-6564 Mutual Life of Canada Mrs. Wendy White, Toronto, was home on the weekend. Miss Diane Beatty from British Columbia is home and was here for the Baptismal service at the church. Mrs. John Dekoker, Sunderland had tea with Thicksons on Tuesday evening. Steven Peacock, Guelph was home for the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. H. Quantrill spent Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Ray Quantrill, Brighton. Summer Swim Programs for N ewcastle Pools The Community Services Department of the Town of Newcastle is offering summer summer swim programs at the Newcastle Fitness Centre, the Orono Park Pool and the Newcastle Lions Pool. The July and August courses are for all ages starting with pre-school level. A specialized course is available to form a swim team that will compete against municipalities of comparable size in the area. Courses vary from learn to swim programs to incentive incentive programs where your level increases with your ability. Program director Jane Lunn said they have received received 180 registrations for the July session at the Fitness Fitness Centre. "Orono Park has 70 people registered but there has been a poor response to the Lions Pool program with only seven registered." registered." "We have to seriously consider consider whether we can run the program at the Lions Pool. We can't afford to pay the instructors or the pool rental," she said. According to Jane there has always been a lack of support for the Newcastle pool. "It's a shame because the population is there." A three-week mini-session mini-session begins June 12 for all ages. Semi-private lessons are also available upon request. request. There are still openings at all three pools for the summer lessons.. For further information concerning concerning times and fees contact contact the Newcastle Fitness Centre. Gregg Corden, platoon chief of the Town of Newcastle Fire Department, in his office at the Bowmanville Police and Fire Building. The Newcastle Fire Department's Department's platoon chief says one of the things he likes about his new job is the fact that it covers all facets of firefighting. Contrary to what some members of the general public might believe, there's more to being a firefighter firefighter than responding to emergency calls when buildings or vehicles are ablaze. Firefighting also includes includes training, administration, administration, fire prevention, and public relations. And while large fire departments may have individuals who specialize specialize in each of these areas, Gregg Corden enjoys working working in the Newcastle department department because he can become involved in all of these parts of the overall operation. Under the direction of Chief Jim Aldridge, it's Gregg Corden, the platoon chief, who is in charge of most day-to-day activities at the town's four fire stations. "The people I work for are great and the people who work with me are great," he said. Gregg Corden became a full-time member of the Town of Newcastle Fire Department Department in December of last year when he accepted the position of platoon chief. But he is no stranger to the Newcastle Fire Department, Department, since he joined in • 1974 and served as a volunteer volunteer until his appointment to a full-time position. Formerly employed with surveyor and engineer, Merrill Brown, Gregg realized a lifelong ambition when he joined the City of Toronto Fire Department in May of 1980. He has completed a 12- week firefighters' course at the Ontario Fire College as well as receiving a certificate certificate from the introductory course given to all Toronto firefighters. He has also completed a number of fire training programs offered by the Ontario Fire Marshal's Marshal's Office. Today's firefighter needs to have knowledge of the chemicals transported on railways and highways since accidents involving these substances may occur. In addition, highrise buildings have few flammable flammable components. But smoke and fumes from plastics and other synthetic materials may prove dangerous. "It's the kind of job where you have to bè thinking all the time," he says. Although he has completed completed a number of courses teaching him how to deal with various kinds of fires, Gregg believes that the most important defence against fires is fire prevention. prevention. "Firefighting is fire prevention," he said, in an interview last week. The platoon chief explained that fires seldom start entirely by accident. There is often an element of human error which gives the fire a chance. Newspapers stacked neatly against a furnace, gas cylinders stored in a basement and, of course, careless smoking, are all potential fire hazards. The recent fire prevention prevention inspections being organized organized by the department this month are intended to help people think about fire prevention more clearly and correctly. "We're not out to catch anybody," the platoon chief explains. A smoke detector is perhaps one of the main ways of protecting oneself and one's property. "It may not save your house, but it will save your life," he said. The importance that the Newcastle Fire Department Department places on prevention can be read on a motto on the department's official letterhead. That motto reads "Fire Prevention Begins Begins With You." When he's not on duty, the platoon chief enjoys sports such as cycling, golfing, skiing, skiing, and boating. A lifelong resident of Bowmanville, Gregg and his wife, Anne, have one seven-month-old daughter. In addition to enjoying the variety of work which firefighting brings, Gregg also enjoys the fact that he is helping to serve the community.; community.; As for other requirements requirements that make a good firefighter, Gregg believes it's important to have good physical health to keep in good condition and to not be afraid of heights. But the most important important thing is the desire to do the job. "You only get out of it what you put into it." TOMORROW'S • FORESTS.. TODAY'S CHALLENGE ANEW PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION to help Disabled and Seniors live at home. Why was this new program introduced? « Many elderly and disabled people ivant to live with their families. However, in some cases, providing shelter requires extensive home renovations which result in increased property taxes. We must encourage- not penalize-/amities for their efforts to provide shelter and supportive care. Accordingly, lam announcing today that homeowners who underlake renovations or additions, specifically to keep an elderly or disabled person at home and in the community, tvill be exempt from any increase in taxable assessment that would ft| otherwise occur. ff Budget Statement-May 15,1984, The Honourable Larry Grossman, Q.C., Treasurer of Ontario. D oes the program involve direct financial assistance for alterations? No. The savings are in reduced property taxes each year, not in grants or loans for alterations. Under this program, the assessed value of the improvements will not be included when your property tax is calculated, providing the improvements were made to help a disabled or senior live at home. Who can apply? Any property owner who makes improvements to accommodate people who are 65 or over and those of any age with physical or mental disabilities that would otherwise require them to live in an institution. C an only the family of a disabled or senior person apply for this exemption? Not necessarily. For example, you may wish to make improvements to accommodate a friend in your home. Moreover, disabled or seniors can apply for the exemption directly, if they make alterations that will enable them to continue living in their own homes. What about group homes? Non-profit group homes can apply, but only as long as their improved accommodations do not exceed three residential units. Larger institutions operating multiple facilities to care for the disabled or seniors are not included in this program. Can commercial properties qualify? Yes, in some cases. For example, a family operating a retail store could apply for the exemption if they make improvements to an apartment upstairs for the accommodation of a family member or friend who would otherwise be compelled to live in an institution. TTThat types of home improvements W qualify? Any addition, improvement or alteration specifically related to the needs of the disabled or senior resident qualifies for this new exemption. These may include such features as special bathroom modifications or additions to an existing home. (Please note: general repairs and maintenance do not increase assessment anyway). Does the exemption apply to changes underway or completed before the program was announced? Only alterations started after May 15,1984 when the program was announccd will qualify for the property tax exemption once the work has been completed. H ow long will the exemption apply? The tax exemption continues as long as the senior or disabled person uses the property as their principal residence. How do you receive this new property tax exemption? The first step is to call your local Assessment Office at the number listed below. To avoid any possible disappointment, please contact us before finalizing your plans. We look forward to discussing the program in greater detail. Please talk to your local Assessment Office. We're anxious to help. DURHAM REGIONAL ASSESSMENT OFFICE 605 Rossland Road East, Box 270 WHITBY, Ontario L1N5S1 (416) 668-9351 or 686-1422 Zenith 67140 Commlssloner-W.H. Parnell Government of Ontario Hon. Larry Grossman, Q.C. Treasurer of Ontario Hon. Bud Gregory Minister of Revenue

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