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t : i SECTION TWO WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 1 988 Etje Canabian Statesman 623-3303 Durham County's Orest FsmUy Journal Established 134) »ki 1854. JOHN M. JAMES Editor--Publisher GEO. P. MORRIS Business Mgr. 134 years ago h mcorpovseng The BowmenvWe News The NewceeWe Independent The Orono News Second dees med legleWedon wwibef 1M1 Produced every Wedneedey by THE JANES PUeUSHWO CONPANY UNITED 62-M King St W., BowmenvWe, Onterlo L1C 3K9 RICHARD A. JAMES Assistant Publisher . BRIAN PURDY Advertising Mgr. 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Lions Club Makes Donation to Piano Fund High Powered Decisions Pay close attention to the Ontario Legislature's energy committee. During the next month, it will be discussing discussing ways of meeting the province's province's growing energy needs and undoubtedly undoubtedly the future of the Darlington project will be discussed. It has never been any secret that the Darlington land holdings of Hydro are capable of containing not four nuclear nuclear reactors but eight of them. The current $11 billion project (as large as it may seem) is only half of the potential potential development possible at the Darlington Darlington site. lydro is predicting that even with the current four Darlington units operating, operating, we'll need more power before the end of the century. Which means that the Province of Ontario has some serious thinking to do. Is additional nuclear power a possibility? possibility? Or is nuclear energy production production a dead end road which should be abandoned? If we do not proceed with the nuclear nuclear option, what do we do about the add ed threat from acid rain which will result from coal-powered generation? Finally, what will be the impact of improved energy-efficiency in areas such as the manufacture of electrical motors and appliances and the building building of houses? In a recent Toronto Star editorial, it was noted that up to 2,000 megawatts can be saved through energy conservation. conservation. Up to 1,000 megawatts can be saved by small generators and shared generation. And a further 1,000 megawatts can be saved by redistributing redistributing power consumption so that larger users will utilize electrici- "lepc . One of the problems in electrical planning is the fact that so much capacity has to be provided because of the fact that everyone everyone is coming home from work and switching on stoves and lights at about the same time. The decision faced by Ontario is not going to be an easy one. It can only The hoped that every possible option option is considered before the province leaps into another megaproject. ty at times other than the peak hours for power consumption. Political Talent Scouts The political future of John Turner is becoming a. kind of daily soap opera. opera. And putting aside questions of whether the opposition leader should or should not resign, the John Turner situation is underlining a rather serious serious problem connected to modern- day politics. We are referring, of course, to the fact that politics is becoming centred around personalities rather than being being rooted in issues and ideas. It isn't enough that a politician - at the national level at least - has the credentials and experience to lead. That individual must also have the correct "image" for the times. No one knows exactly how you can tell if a politician has the right image needed to win votes. But the fact remains, remains, that image is important. It's the sort of stuff that Hollywood pays actors millions to provide. It's the sort of thing that makes or breaks political leaders. It defies description and, unfortunately, has very little to do with the actual governing of a country. The fact of the matter is that there are all kinds of people in Canada with professional standing, excellent connections, money, leadership experience, experience, an ability to communicate, and all of the other things that should (on paper) make for a successful political political career. But few of them have the "image" or "star" quality which will let them succeed. Although we had hoped to leave John Turner out of these comments, we return to him as an example of what an opposition leader or aspiring politician ought to be. If his resume crossed your desk when you were interviewing people for the position of prime minister of Canada, you'd undoubtedly be impressed. impressed. John Turner did not exactly come from nowhere to head the Liberal party. party. He's an individual of talent and achievement. He's a successful lawyer, lawyer, a previous cabinet minister, even a previous prime minister. Moreover, he wasn't chosen by having his name drawn out of a hat. He was selected at a leadership convention in which he was supposedly analysed and scrutinized scrutinized and pronounced by the political experts of his party as being a winning winning candidate. Furthermore, his position position was confirmed at a subsequent leadership review. So why is John Turner now looking looking like a man who is on the downward downward slope of that roller-coaster known as political fame and fortune? It is because of the fact that he lacks (or may lack) that indescribeable something which would get him elected elected as the next prime minister. This fact points out certain shortcomings shortcomings in our democratic procedures. procedures. For one thing, in a democratic country, you'd imagine that the importance importance of the personality of a partie- . ular political leader'is of little consequence. consequence. In other words, a democracy doesn't need a personality cult associated associated with its leaders if it operates by consensus and the input of each voter. Similarly, why should a democratic political party need to focus on leadership leadership when its strength comes from the individual members? Well, the fact of the matter is that we are living at a time when media exposure dictatès that one individual must be the front man (or woman) for an institution such as a political party. party. The public cannot hold too many images of individual politicians in its head. It prefers to reduce the government government of the U.S. to a single image of Ronald Reagan or the government of Great Britain to the image of Margaret Margaret Thatcher. This also explains why the multitude of presidential candidates in the U.S. primaries has rapdily diminished to two or three individuals. individuals. Like it or not, we seem to be living in a time when one man or woman selected as leader must embody the entire political party just as Mao Tse Tung symbolized China. So anyone choosing a political leader should throw out credentials, ideas, experience, intellect, or most of the other things that might (in sensible sensible times) be used to choose the boss. What you really need to do is send out to a talent agency for a list of individuals individuals capable of playing the role of leader and memorizing a script quickly and convincingly. Then you put them through rigorous screen tests and, select the one with the highest score. This "figurehead" then becomes becomes the means by which your political political party is seen by the millions of viewers on the six o'clock news. Apd you'd better cross your fingers and hope that your figurehead is better than the figurehead of the opposing parties. Perhaps there is no reason for concern concern over this turn of events. After all, our political institutions continue to function according to long- established democratic traditions. But one has to be a little concerned over the aparent substitution of form for substance and image for realitv. Tidal Wave of Big Macs At some time in the future, the power power of the multi-national corporation will be greater than the power of the individual country. That's a rather interesting theory which has been bounced around for a decade or so. But it may be more than an academic supposition. If you want to see a new form of entire entire building and colonization, just „ook at some of the big companies which have crossed international boundaries to successfully market their products. We've already hoard of how Coke conquered the U.S.S.R. and Pepsi received received the rights to the market of mainland China. And there are E by Carolyn Hepburn The Bowmanville Museum is moving closer to its $4500 target to fund the re- ----- file furbishing of the parlour piano. The Lions Club of Bowmanville gave a generous donation to the museum at the Lions' April 25th meeting. Club president Iain Ma- civer is pictured here presenting Tom Webb (right) with $500 towards the piano fund. Mr. Webb, fund-raising chairman, says the museum is now just $1600 away from its goal. Science Project Heads for Winnipeg Andrew Hately's science project on meteorology was one of two projects chosen at the Northumberland-Newcastlë Science Fair to go to Winnipeg for the Canadian Canadian Science Fair. This grade seven's science project was one of several hundred hundred to.be. selected from across the country. Andrew said he was stunned when they called his name as the winner. He and à student from Cobourg will represent represent the school board at the Fair in Winnipeg. Book Sale Benefits School Library It is that time of year again. The time when sons and daughters, grandchildren, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, unite to pay homage to a very special categoiy of person. Thavs right. May 8 is Mother's Day. I have heard it said that a person only has one mother per lifetime. Well, I heg to differ. If I really thought about it and counted on my fingers and toes, I could come up with a whole pile of different women I call "Mother." Some fell into the role unwillingly and others just fit the bill to a T. For example, when I was living in Louis-, bourg, Nova Scotia, I lived with a family for two weeks. My "family" consisted of a woman, whom I now affectionately affectionately call Mom Ferguson, and her mother, Ammie. Two weeks may not seem like a whole heck of a lot of time to get so personal with someone, but that is exactly what happened. I consider Mom Ferguson not only as a very good friend whom I respect immensely, immensely, but for those two weeks she was indeed indeed my mother. Another example is a relative whom I recently met. By recently I mean last August, so I haven't known this woman for very long. My parents had occasionally spoken about my Aunt Linda and her family, and I had the honor of meeting them all at a family re- that time,_ I'have gotten past my initial intimidation intimidation of my aunt and she has become very important important to me. Probably because she says exactly what is on her mind, we get along very well. And on the occasion that I haven't haven't been able to get all the way home for the motherly touch, Aunt Linda has been there. My list could go on to include several women I know in Bowmanville (you know who you are) and many other ladies I have met along the way of life. I think that if anyone gave serious consideration to the fact of motherhood, they too could come up with.a whole pile of people who should rightfully be honored honored on Mother's Day. I'm referring to that special someone who listens listens when needed, and only gives advice when asked. Someone who doesn't say "I told you so" and accepts others for who they are. But no -list would be complete without the woman responsible for this column and, indirectly, indirectly, my presence in Bowmanville. The lady who bakes great tea biscuits and Christmas cookies. The person who rarely threatened threatened "Wait until your father comes home," because because she could wield a mean strap herself. The one who has always been behind me, no matter where I wanted to go and what I wanted to do (although (although she may not always always have agreed with me). Of course, I'm speaking of my Mom. I consider myself fortunate fortunate in that my Mom was home for part of my "growing" years. Although Although she did return to work just prior to that nasty time commonly referred to as "adoles cence" she was able to give me a strong enough basis for growing and developing into the person person I am today. She taught her four children a lot. Not the least of which was how to vaccum into the corners, wipe the table after eating eating and roll the toilet paper paper from the bottom. And for her serious lessons, Mom encouraged us to get a good education, follow follow our dreams and eat brown bread. Now that I don't see my family as often as living under the same roof used to permit I miss a lot of littl.e things. My apartment doesn't echo with the battle cry of "Who used the last of the toilet paper and didn't replace replace it?" Or how about, "When we run out of something put in on the shopping list!" No, those days are long gone. I suppose I could take it as a sign that maturity has finally set in. I know my Mom often wondered if that would ever happen, and to be honest I had my own doubts. But doubts aside, Moms everywhere should be honored this coming Sunday. And it isn't a bad idea to do so throughout the rest of the year. After all, none of my Moms stops doing what they do best after one day of celebration. While my number one Mom may have given up her dream of finding the lady in me, I know she holds a slight flicker of hope that one day I may just surprise her. After all, inside every mother there is a diehard believer, regardless of the cause. Letters to the Editor Dear Friends: Summer is fast approaching approaching and with summer comes the holidays when children are out of school. We at Durham Durham Recycling would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday and ask parents parents one small favor. As you know our recycling recycling trucks are new to your community. Many children are infatuated with their size and what goes inside them. Our drivers are friendly and courteous and will explain the procedure to children if they ask whle keeping their distance. Please inform your children of the dangers of moving too close to a large vehicle and our staff will Be able to serve you better. Thank you. Sincerely, Greg Loyst, Collecting Lead Hand. Lord Elgin Public School held their annual book and science fair during Education Education Week held April 10 to 17. The money raised from the book sale will be used to purchase books for the school library. Enjoying their afternoon as salesmen salesmen are (left to right): Brian Pickard, Scott McGregor and Jason Hoffmann. In Editor's Mail A Decision is Essential Dear Mayor Winters: 1st Hampton Boy Scouts- Beavers, Cubs, Sea Scouts and Ventures - will be planting planting seedling pine trees at Stephen's Stephen's Gulch Conservation Area on Saturday, May 7, 1988 beginning at 10:0 a.m. for our Boy Scouts of Canada Canada Trees for Canada project. In conjunction with Trees for Canada, we also participate participate in the Province's annual Pitch-In Campaign. By combining combining these two projects, our group not only participates participates in reforestation and conservation but also contributes contributes towards cleaning up our community's environment. environment. We expect approximately approximately 75 boys as well as their parents and leaders to participate. Both of these projects are very worthwhile and Council's Council's support in these endeavours endeavours is appreciated. Yours in Scouting, Barbara L. Polorski, Rainbow, 1st Hampton Beavers. Dear John: No doubt you are aware this is Organ Donor Awareness Awareness Week. Therefore it is particularly fitting that we ask ourselves why so few donate organs that would give someone else a second chance. Is it because doctors are too cowardly to ask under emotional circumstances for a life saving organ? Is it because because clergy during hospital visitations are not aware of. the desperate need in all hospitals hospitals at all times? Is it because because undertakers hesitate to talk about it when they sometimes know in advance about a death? Are parents uninformed or uncaring? Do they ask themselves now they might react to society's indifference if their child required an organ organ saving operation? During 1987 thirty-eight (38) children in Ontario were on writing lists for organ organ transplants, only 32'received 32'received them. Yet at the same time 1866 deaths of children were recorded in Ontario. Why can't we do better than" this? At the time of writing 15 month old Cortney Bacci is a patient in Toronto Sick Children's Children's Hospital writing for a liver. Time is running out. Can you help? Yours truly, Carson Elliott. Voyage of the Common Man Stops in Orono many other similar success stories from multi-national corporations who have extended their reach through a "global" rather than a national national outlook. And now, McDonalds is managing managing to penetrate the Iron Curtain with its Big Macs, and Chicken McNug- gets. Yes, it would appear that in about one year's time, you'll be able to order a Big Mac in Moscow. It's predicted that the McMoscow location could be the busiest McDonald's in the world. McDonalds has already opened its restaurants in Belgrade, Yugoslavia and in Hungary. Dear John: As you know, I am an accredited Land Appraiser with the Appraisal Institute of Canada as well as an Ontario Ontario Land Economist and I have been involved in the study of land use and its appraised values in the Town of Newcastle for the past thirteen years. Moreover, I have also been a taxpayer (both residential and commercial) during that time. During this period, residential property values have increased increased three fold but residential taxes taxes have increased by about 700%. What your average reader may not realize, is that residential taxes are the result of the amount of industry and commerce in an area and not the cause. I have therefore been very disturbed disturbed by the recent "waffling" of our council regarding the decision of the building of the necessary service road south of Highway #401 between Bennett Road and Simpson Avenue. This road is necessary to provide access access to our recently serviced one hundred hundred and sixty acres of serviced industrial industrial land with ideal and very desirable Highway 401 exposure. Your paper published the withdrawal withdrawal of one firm which was prepared to immediately enter into negotiations and offered 60 jobs to the community. I have had personal enquiries from many more industrial firms offering many potential jobs to our town if this serviced land along 401 were immediately immediately available. After almost 30 years in dealing with industrial corporations corporations and their relation to land uses, let me assure you that their concern concern is far more with location and exposure exposure and reasonably priced land than it is whether the access road is "rural" or "urban". For example two of the largest firms in the Region, namely Sklar Furniture and Cadbury's, Cadbury's, are both located on urban roads and offer no complaints. Many more examples are available in my office if you should like to examine them. As a professional Real Estate Appraiser Appraiser and instructor, the difference in site values between a parcel serviced serviced by either of these two roads is negligible. Our local council seems proud of the current increase in the mill rate but if this land were even to be 50% sold and the industrial tax base increased increased accordingly, our residential taxes would be more reasonable. The incredible growth of the residential portion_ of the Town of Newcastle without a commensurate growth in the industrial tax base can only mean a rapid and more advanced increase in residential taxes every year. Can our present council be persuaded to get off their butts and proceed with this absolutely essential decision? It is now April and by next month, no doubt, several industrial shovels could bo in the ground to help us with our home taxes for next year. Respectfully submitted William IT. Clipperton, 29 Scugog St. Bowmanville, Ontario. "Voyage of the Common Man" is a one-man show presented by the Now or Never Theatre Troupe. It came to the Orono Town Hall, Saturday, April 30th. Written, produced, directed and acted by Bcrnie Martin, the piece makes use of props, music, and scenery to carry the audience through the show. The public was given a glimpse of what was in store for the Orono performance last Saturday, April 23, during the Clarke Museum and Archives' official opening. At that time, Mr. Martin presented selections of his work,