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t The Canadian Statesman. Bowmanvillc. February 8.1989 Sfc Canadian statesman Durham Region's Great Family Journal Established 135 years ago in 1854 Also Incorporating ' ■ 1 The Bowmanville News The Newcastle Independent |Hf| The Orono News Second Class mail registration number 1561 1 Produced weekly by James Publishing Company Limited ... - • - - 3 ^g 62 King Street West, Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3K9 416-623-3303 Fax 416-623-6161 John M. James Editor - Publisher Richard A. James Associate Publisher Peter Parrott Associate Editor Geo. P. Morris Brian Purdy Donald Bishop Business Mgr. Advertising Mgr. Plant Mgr. All layouts and composition ol advertisements produced by the employees of James Publishing Company Limited are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced without the permission ol the publisher. 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Unique Items on Display at Collector's Fair Study Will Take Time Time is running out for those who would like to see a thorough community community health study completed prior to the start-up of the Darlington Generating Generating Station. An investigation of the community's community's health before the Darlington plant went into operation has always been expected. However, in recent months we have learned that the baseline study. (The data which will establish the community's level of health in pre- Darlington days) will be a massive undertaking. For one thing, existing health records which are gathered for statistical statistical purposes - information on such things as cancer cases and birth defects defects -- are not really valid for use in this sort of research. It seems that it is possible to do a proper study. But this will take time ana, of course, money. Then there will be wrangling over who ought to conduct the study and what its terms of reference should be. In other words, it looks to us as though time will run out and Darlington Darlington will be operating before the important initial research can be- started. There are numerous levels of government government which might be blamed for the failure to launch an investigation earlier than this late date. Perhaps even the public is at fault for not making making the issue a more high-profile topic. One thing is certain: although we have had over 10 years to prepare for this study, it appears as though time will still run out and Darlington will be operating before an accurate assessment assessment of community health has been made. And without an analysis of the health of residents prior to Darlington, Darlington, it will be impossible to compare those health statistics to ones which will be available after Darlington is operating. Such comparisons are necessary necessary in order to conclude whether or not the Darlington nuclear plant poses poses any risk to human health. It now appears that it will take a great deal of effort to compile the sort of statistical information which will be needed by future generations studying studying Darlington and its impacts. It's time for government to make that effort. Regardless of your opinion concerning concerning the beneficial or harmful effects effects of Darlington, an accurate health study is a prudent move. Merger Wildfires mhui V '*"*3?* EffiRBiiËBl! y Another popular display of unique treasures was the many visitors to the Collector's Fair in Newcastle- entered by Lloyd Stephenson, talking here to one of on Sunday. "% There's little doubt that merger mania is sweeping the Canadian business community. And it's not an encouraging sign. Mergers may be valuable for the stockholders because such events usually usually produce a quick upswing in the values of certain stocks. However, it's doubtful that the mergers mergers do anything whatsoever for the folks who are a few rungs down the economic ladder. Economists may dispute our arguments arguments against' mergers. But there are several common-sense reasons which convince us that mergers between between big corporations are not generally generally desirable. First of all, they reduce competition and with a reduction in competition will come an increase in prices and a decline in workmanship, service, and the choices available to the consumer. consumer. In addition, mergers throw some people out of work. And, as can be seen in the case of the O'Keefe - Mol- son merger, they eliminate wellpaying wellpaying jobs in the manufacturing sector. Such jobs are in increasingly short supply and are tending to be replaced replaced by lower-paying work in what are sometimes called the "service industries". industries". Additionally, one can suggest that too much ownership in too few hands can discourage the launching of new business ana create large blocs of power which can become a law unto themselves. Naturally, one hesitates to suggest that the solution to the problem is some kind of government regulation to control mergers and buy-outs. But the benefits of these takeovers to the corporations must surely be weighed against the benefits to a society society as a whole. Who else but some branch of the government can act as watchdog? A corporate takeover which is good for ten thousand shareholders but bad for 25 million Canadians is something something that should,, perhaps, be fair game for government regulations. Naturally, this sort of suggestion will raise the hackles of those who feel that government has no right to control private business. And yet, the fact of the matter is that every one of us subscribes to a belief in the control of business by government. government. We're really only arguing about the degree of control required. A world where public agèneies had ' no say over business activities would not be an entrepreneur's dream come true. Rather, it would be a nightmare world of piracy and greed. In our person-to-person relationships, relationships, we have developed extensive laws which ensure that such things as murder, theft, and driving on the wrong side of the road are forbidden. Such rules are necessary if we wish to have a civilized society. It seems pretty clear to us that equivalent laws are required at the corporate level and therefore, it would cause us little concern if government were obliged to approve major corporate corporate takeovers after conducting a very thorough hearing to establish the risks and the benefits of such a move. Probably one of the first instances of government regulation for business business occurred when entrepreneurs decided to sell products by weight at the market. When that happened, the local sovereign likely decided to set up a system of inspection to ensure that nobody was cheated. Surely government regulations in today's sophisticated economy are no more than an extension of this principle. principle. Regardless of the present federal government's distaste for political interference in the private sector, it's time for the government to start placing placing these corporate takeovers and mergers under review. And, if necessary, necessary, it must halt those deals which are not in the best interest of the public and of Canada. It was, after all, the public which gave the government its power in the first place. Many mergers have already occurred occurred and there are rumors of more to come. But the most dangerous merger merger of all would be a merger between big business and the government of Canada. Rev. Doug Hall's fabulous assortment of hats, including including this World War I German model drew great crowds at the Newcastle Collector's Fair on Sunday. Connie Hooey was showing two tables of dolls, all with their own special costumes at the Collector's Fair in Newcastle that was attended by nearly 700 visitors. I-; •" : '.J, • • '* ;r i ...,vr?rx Siï'tâi f!fy v«>v Wêré: Newcastle's Big Brothers Brothers need your help. The annual Bowl for Millions, Big Brothers' national fundraiser, has been rolling since February February 4 and will end this weekend with the Celebrity Celebrity Bowl on Saturday. The Big Brothers organization organization is asking for your support by sponsoring sponsoring some of the people who have volunteered to bowl. Last year, over 60 people people participated in the event and raised $7,600. This year, Big Brothers Brothers is expecting to raise at least $7,000 but they can only do that with your help. Big Brothers receive funding from the United Way for administration purposes. Money raised from the Bowl for Millions Millions covers the organization's organization's operating expenses. Residents in Newcastle have been hit pretty hard this year by other organizations organizations with requests for funding. But if you can be'ar offering just a little more, you'll know your money has gone to something something worthwhile. The donation you give to Big Brothers might not seem like a great sum but the work it does is priceless. priceless. Your dollars go toward the creation of friendships friendships between two people. Can you imagine what it means to a 10-year-old boy who doesn't have a male role model in his life to suddenly have a teacher, teacher, companion and friend? When you offer your support to the Big Brothers, Brothers, you are offering a lot more than money. You are offering Little Brothers Brothers the opportunity to grow. If pledging ypur support support in the Bowl for Millions Millions isn't enough involvement involvement for you, now about becoming a Big Brother? At the moment, there are six boys in the Town of Newcastle who are on the organization's waiting list. Nancy Scott, executive director for Big Brothers, says they are still desperately desperately in need of volunteers. volunteers. "We only ask Big Brothers to spend three to four hours a week with a Little Brother and commit commit to the project for one year," she says. Some people may think four hours a week is a large amount of time to spend on someone they don't know, but it's also an opportunity to share a part of oneself. Little boys who are looking for guidance can • mm fron learn a lot from someone with experience in life. Big Brothers don't ask that you spend a lot of money on your Little Brother, they just ask that you spend a lot of yourself. That doesn't necessarily mean a lot of time but it does mean a great deal of love. The Big Brother is a winner in the relationship relationship too. He gets to help nurture the growth of a human being as well as developing a friendship. Ask the 20 Big Brothers Brothers in Newcastle who already already have Little Brothers. Brothers. They'll tell you about how little effort it costs them to care. And they'll tell you how deeply rewarded rewarded they are for their efforts. Newcastle is a community community that cares about its people - big people and little people. This is another another chance to prove it. If you are asked to spon sor someone who is participating participating this week, please don't hesitate to offer your pledge. If you nave some free time and you have been thinking about becoming a Big Brother, do it now. . A great way to find out more about Big Brothers is to give them a call at 623-6646. Or drop in at Liberty Bowl on February 11 and show some younger younger people just how much you care. We're Glad to Help, But... B and P Club Holds Meeting in January Last week, we received several requests requests from organizations and individuals individuals asking for free publicity to promote promote an event they were planning. When asked if they had arranged to purchase any advertising in our publications, publications, the answer was an offended "No, why should we, haven't you a public service column?" • Actually, we don't have such a column. column. And with good reason. Space in our newspapers is the product we have for sale. It's how we bring in enough money to pay our staff, purchase the materials and the complicated and expensive expensive presses and typesetters we use. This fact really is of no great.interest great.interest to anyone seeking a free ride, but we hope they won't mind it being brought to their attention. Another factor also comes into the picture. Most people or groups planning planning events, arrange with our advertising advertising department for help with layouts layouts and wording so their announcements will make the most effective effective presentation which in turn will produce the best results for them. How can we justify charging for such services services and then give the same services away for free to someone else? So, please don't be offended if your requests for free publicity are turned down. We are operating a business, trying to make a profit so we can continue continue to stay in business. We do our best to cover the events when they happen, but before they occur, any advance advance publicity comes under the heading heading of legitimate paid advertising. It's the only way we know to survive. On a more positive note, we suggest that committees or individuals who are organizing fundraisers, or events of any kind, discuss their plans with our experienced staff members who probably can provide worthwhile suggestions. suggestions. We are always willing and eager to be of help, but can't afford to be just a donor. If you want to be pampered pampered from head to toe, the spa holiday is the way to go. Mandy Crawford of House of Travels revealed to the BPW members at last month's meeting that going to a spa for a rejuvenation of body and spirit dates back to the Roman period and to this day, is often a prescribed vacation vacation in European countries. countries. On this continent, there is now a trend for younger people to holiday at spas, even corporations are beginning to consider sending sending their stressed employees 1 on a spa vacation. February and March will bo busy months for the Bowmanville Bowmanville Club, 'flic Ways and Means Committee has finalized plans for a fashion show which will take place on March 8,1989, at 8 p.m. at the Lions Centre. Tickets can be purchased from any member of the BPW Club or by calling Vivian Pickard at 623-7221 or Irene Konzel- mann at 983-9423. "Aids in the Work place" is the topic for the regular meeting on March 16th. At this month's ig, the planned lateral lateral Program will pay a 1 tribute to all the around the world whose dreams and endeavors endeavors have made the national and international federations federations of the BPW such a vibrant vibrant force. Our special guest will be the Past National National President of BPW. Margaret Jackson, who will report on the International Conference in Nairobi and FIVE-O. We wel- guests. The dinner meetinL nationa special women Vincent Massey Students Enchanted by Storyteller Celia Lottridge, a storyteller from Toronto, entertained entertained Mrs. Cavanagh's junior kindergarten class and Mrs. Yellowlees' senior kindergarten class during her visit at Vincent Massey Public School recently. She kept the students captivated with a tale about a tired little boy and the animals he wanted to take to bed with him. Project come meetin 16 th o ig takes place on the jf February i ' ons Centre, 26 Be at the Li- -- Jeech Ave., at 6:30 p.m. Dinner tickets are $10.00. Please contact Vivian Pickard at 623-7221 or Amerjit Sodhi at 623- 6438 before February 13th. She made the children go back to class believing they had just pulled a balloon from their pocket and were carefully carrying it in their hands. Students at Vincent Massey Massey Public School in Bowmanville Bowmanville were enchanted by the talents of a storyteller Inst Thursday, February 2. Celia Lottridge, who hails from Toronto, has been telling telling stories for almost 20 years, but she started her career as a librarian. The transition from librarian librarian to stoiyteller came naturally to Celia Lottridge, who recalls that she always enjoyed rending stories to the students who visited the library. Her repertoire consists of folklore, stories she has written and talcs of adventures adventures which have happened to her or to members of her family. "Everyone has stories," she snief, "And I want the children to go away knowing they have their own stories too." Mrs. Lottridge often entertains entertains elementary school students. She encourages them to participate in the stories through rhymes and actions. Mrs, Lottridge teaches at the Storytellers' School of Toronto and is participating in a storytelling festival on February 25 and 26 in Toronto. Toronto. All the primary grades at Vincent Massey wore entertained entertained by Mrs. Lottridge last week.