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6 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, April 11,1990 Section Two Valued, Worker Leaving for Port Hope Position Files from The Dim and Distant Past 50 Years Ago Thursday, April 4,1940 Miss Helen Morris, secretary secretary of the Durham County Music Festival is now accepting accepting entries for the festival festival to Be held May 7. Mrs. E.S. Ferguson and Mrs. C.H. Dudley attended the fourth annual convention convention of the Ontario Music Teachers Association held in Toronto, at the King Edward Hotel, on Thursday. Miss Helen Glanville has accepted a position with Johnston's Bookstore. Bill Bagnell, Morley Oke and George Piper are members members of the Whitby Intermediate Intermediate hockey team. The Y.P.U. meeting at Salem on March 27 was opened by the President. Miss M. Collacutt was in charge of the program, which included bible reference, reference, Mrs. L. Squair, topic, E. Doidge, piano solo, Mrs. S. Buttery and mouth organ solo, B. Darch. 25 Years Ago Wednesday, April 7,1965 At the annual Bowmanville Bowmanville Figure Skating Carnival Carnival held on Friday evening, a group named the "Bunnies" "Bunnies" delighted the audience with their presentation. The group consisted of Debby Burgess, Karen Ball, Linda Catto, Debby Dewell, Sherry Locke, Marilyn Harvey, Lee Ann Hockin, Wendy Harvey, Cynthia Thompson, Patti Van Meer, Marilyn Tink, Vicki Cowle, Kathy Passant, Kathy Spencer, Mary Ellen Frampton, Kathryn Ferguson Ferguson and Shelley Leddy. First Pack Maple Grove Brownies who passed their skating tests are Irene McFarlane, Joanne Dilling, Lynn Linton, Judy Pass- more, Christine Biggs and Lou Anne Rogers. The curling rink of Pat Burk, Marion James, Ivy Rundle and Marilyn Rose were the winners of the Ken Nicks trophy for the 1st schedule. Erik Nielsen, M.P., was the guest speaker at the nomination meeting of the conservative party held in Port Hope on April 7th. Garnet Garnet Rickard was unanimously unanimously named to cany the P.C. banner in the next federal election. Mr. Rickard was the candidate in the lost federal federal election, being defeated by Russell C. Honey Lib. who was re-elected. 10 Years, MERVYN B. KELLY Barrister and Solicitor Serving Bowmanville and area residents since 1968. REAL ESTATE - COURT - WILLS ESTATES - MORTGAGES INCORPORATIONS - FAMILY LAW 41 Temperance St., Bowmanville Bus.: 623-4444 Res.:623-9161 HAMILTONS INSURANCE SERVICE Main Street, Orono Telephone 983-5115 Serving your insurance needs since 1942 ejcr % DIVISION OF 7III2I ONTARIO INC Siding, Soffits, Fascia, Capping Roofing. Doors, Windows, Trough No job too big or too small Telephone 623-9828 Bowmanville, Ont. fafcs "KRACO" ^ Carpentry & Contracting I» • Custom Homes • Renovating • Additions • Barns • Designing • Drafting • Permits • Finishing "30 Years Experience" Box 401, Newcastle 987-5400 PeterE. Heslin, LL.B. BARRISTER & SOLICITOR Family Law Real Estate 120 Waverley Rd., Suite 214 Bowmanville Telephone 623-5554 Wednesday, April 2,1990 The Cowan Block at the northeast corner of King and Temperance plus two houses north of it were completely demolished by the Bumfield demolition crew Inst week, to make way for the site of the branch of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. Glenn Fry (Lions Club), Percy Crnppor (Rotniy), Stnn Dunn (Legion), Vic Auger Auger (K of C), nnd Dave Foote (Kinsmen) attended the Inter Inter Club meeting held nt the Lions Centro Monday night for their annual mooting. Guest speaker was Judge E.R. (Dick) Lovokin. Members of the Drama Workshop arc in their final week of rehearsals for "Move Over Mrs. Markham" to ho presented in the B.II.S. theatre, April 10 ■ 12. Some members of the cast arc Peter Peter Lunnoy, Marilou Roll- arts, Vic Good, Margie Grey and A1 Nichols. James Cockorlmm, of Hampton, was the winner of a portable television in the Big Brothers Bowl for Millions, Millions, collecting $415 in uledeeii Patrick G. Deegan DENTURE THERAPY CLINIC 5 GEORGE STREET, BOWMANVILLE 623-4473 or 623-6477 •p F. L. CULLEN CORP. LTD. Plumbing Division WATER SOFTENERS Supplied • Installed • Serviced FREE Water Tests ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS Sales and Service 24 HOUR SERVICE 920 Farewell St., Oslinwa 725-9731 rAX 43,1,7905 Yelverton News Students Gain Insight Through Travelling Computer Lab During the regular meeting of the Town of Newcastle Community Services Advisory Advisory Board, April 4th, there was a special presentation. Chairman Robert Allen expressed the Board s regret that Jane Lunn was leaving for a new recreation posi- tion in Port Hope. He paid tribute to her dedication as Program/Community Rela- tions Director of the Department for the past several years and presented her with a a l? d a decorated cake while wishing her much success. The meeting was held at the Visual Arts Centre. Intended for last week Deepest sympathy is extended extended to the family of the late Wesley McMahon of Bethany Bethany who passed away on Tuesday afternoon in a Peterborough Peterborough Hospital. Special condolences to wife Jeanne (Coulter) McMahon who has given such loyal support to her hubby over several years of ill health. Sympathy to Wes's sisters and brothers and their families in his passing - Thora Gray of Lindsay, sister Ruth and brothers Ritchie and Ted and other close family members members and friends. Wes McMahon's families roots were in Saskatchewan and in 1939 the McMahon family moved to Ontario and they later started a farming operation outside the village of Lotus. Wes and Jeanne's joint interest in the past has been in music. Their "Nostalgia Night" was an annual event over several years until ill health forced them to curtail the event. Wes will be sadly missed by a large circle of friends and relatives. On Thursday morning Yelverton U.C.W. met at the home of Allan and Agnes Howe of Stouffville. The Howes were former residents residents of our community and Agnes served for several years as the President of the U.C.W. Around 20 ladies plus a handful of we henpecked henpecked hubbies enjoyed the customary fine hospitality always found at the Howe domicile. The business session was devoted fo the customary monthly reports of activities plus Devotional etc. This took place following a delicious delicious lunch provided by Agnes with an assist by Cor- rie Malcolm. Following the meeting the group retired to a downtown restaurant for lunch-which nobody really needed. All those present were deeply impressed with the Howes lovely home and enjoyed enjoyed seeing Allan's main hobby - his miniature railroad railroad in action. Back a Fighter E.sfer Timbres Ms 4e Pipits.. . Support A travelling computer lab that has been visiting ry games and math games. The children are able to lakeshore schools in the separate school board, made work on the programs that best suit their needs, its way to St. Francis of Assisi School late last month. Working on the programs here are Manu Gupta, The lab is designed to expose students to new and dif- Brooke Capon (front left), Julie Humphrey (front ferent programs on the computers. Students in this right), Niki Cooper, Marcia McDonald and Virginia class were working on problem solving games, memo- Long (standing). EASTER EGG HUNT -- The Bowmanville Museum is holding its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Monday, April 16. This event runs from 11 a.m. to noon. Children Children up to 10 years of age are invited to take part and there is no admission charge. Easter chocolate and/or candy will be offered as prizes in each of the three levels. levels. PRACTICAL PARENTING - Durham House Child and Family Centre will offer an eight-session study group at the Newcastle Public School this month. The program starts on April 19 and runs from seven p.m. to nine p.m. The focus will be on understanding why children behave the way they do and learning positive, positive, practical ways for re-directing misbehaviour and encouraging children. For more information about this or any other parenting programs being offered this spring, please call the Centre at 579-2021or 686- 4353. CANGUARDTAX SERVICES Business and Personal Tax Preparation Bill Cancilia 523 crimson Crt. Oshawa 434-8087 Wally Linfiard 15 Fourth St, Bowmanville 6234217 OTHER LIBRARY EVENTS - Building a deck will be the topic examined on Thursday, April 19, during a program scheduled for the Bowmanville Library. Jack Bergeron, of Beaver Lumber, will be on hand to conduct conduct the seminar which takes place from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Advance registration is required. On Wednesday, April 25, Bernie Martin will present a one-man performance entitled "The Dark Passage". Mr.. Martin, a very talented local performer, is a writer, writer, actor, musician and environmental activist. The program begins at 7:30 p.m. SPEAKING CONTEST WINNER - Lisa Rundle won first place in the girls' division of the District A-3 public speaking competition held by local Lions Clubs recently. She now goes on to the Multiple District Contest which includes competitors from Ontario, Quebec, and Labrador. That competition is taking place in Goderich. Jonathon Goad, the other winner of the local Lions Club competition, placed second at the District A-3 level. CULLEN GARDENS OPENS - Yet another sign of spring has arrived. It's the opening of the Cullen Gardens Gardens and Miniature Village on Taunton Rd. in Whitby. Whitby. The gardens open this Thursday, April 12, and Easter Weekend Festivities take place April 13, 14 and 15. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, you can visit with the Easter Bunny. This year marks the 10th anniversary of this popular tourist attraction. Watch for other special events as the season unfolds. JURIED PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW - The deadline for the Visual Arts Centre's Seventh Annual Juried Show of Photography is Tuesday, May 22, at 4 p.m. Leading up to the entry deadline will be a weekend workshop on taking and developing pictures and a seminar on entering juried competitions. The seminar is May 10 at 7 p.m. and the workshop is May 5 and 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The photography show is slated for June 3 to June 24 and the juror this year is well- known Canadian photographer, John de Visser. CLOCA EASTER EGG HUNT AND CRAFT SHOW -- The Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority Authority is holding a special craft show and Easter egg hunt on Sunday, April 15. This event takes place at the Heber Down Conservation Area, north of Whitby, between the hours of noon and five p.m. SECOND CITY RAISES FUNDS FOR CF - Second City Touring Company will be at Eastdale Collegiate in Oshawa for a performance on Saturday, May 26, commencing at eight p.m, Proceeds from this performance performance will be directed to research into a cure or control control of cystic fibrosis. In its 90-minute program, the Second City Touring Company will present a production production entitled "The Best of Second City". The final act will consist of improvised comedy based on topics suggested suggested by the audience prior to intermission. For further further information, please call 623-1695. WALK WITH JESUS - The churches of Clarke Township will be holding their annual Good Friday "Walk With Jesus" on April 13. The procession will leave Newtonvillo United Church at 1 p.m. nnd will follow Baseline Rd., to Newcastle United Church where a concluding church service will take place nt approximately 3 p.m. ARMCHAIR TRAVELS - You can visit Peru, Chinn, England, Niagara Falls, nnd Puknskwn National Park this month without even leaving the town. The Armchair Armchair Travel Series which takes place at the Bowmanville Bowmanville Library will whisk travellers through each of the above destinations on Thursdays, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. April marks the conclusion of the popular series. However, the program will resume once again this fall. YWCA PROGRAM REGISTRATION Fre inent. The grant ing needs and establishing housing targets to meet those needs. It will also ensure that local housing, tar- gets are integrated with overall provincial objectives. NEW HOME FINISHED NOW? For nil (onclng, docking and landscaping noods, roly on a roputablo company that has boon In businoss lor ovor 15 yrs. 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See further details in the advertisement advertisement on page 19. HOME SHOW -- Here's some advance notice obout a show you won't want to miss. We're referring to the annual Kinsmen Club Home Show which takes place here in Bowmanville May 4, 5, and 6. It will be held at the Bowmanville Recreation Centre. BANKWELL A/z/z/ ELECTRIC LIMITED Industrial • Commercial • Residential •Complete Electrical Installation SERVICE UPGRADES -100 amp, 200 amp, 400 amp FREE ESTIMATES All Work Guaranteed 135 Wellington St., Bowmanville 623-8806 M „. Lic ., B . m , HERITAGE WEEK ESSAY CONTEST - $400 in prize money is being offered in a new event being held in connection with this year's annual Heritage week We're referring to an essay-writing contest for grades 9 to OAC at area secondary schools. Students are invited invited to write about the Lovekin, Trull and Bowman families who were instrumental in the founding of settlement settlement in this community. Essays will be judged on the basis of style, content and historical material. Half of the prize money is being furnished by the Bowmanville Bowmanville Business Improvement Area Board and the remainder is provided by the Heritage Week Committee. Committee. There will be four winners of $50 and eight winners winners of $25. Younger students are invited to color and complete the Heritage Week coloring contest form which appears on page 19. Affordable ; Dream Vacations! • Free Vacation Planning Services • Discount Cruises • Airline Tickets • Charter Vacations • Honeymoon Packages • Hotel and Car Reservations PERSONAL AND CORPORATE TRAVEL SERVICES 68 King St. E. (Veltri Complex) Bowmanville 623-6600 u Travel Agents International We're with you all the way. Over 300 Agencies in North America Reg.2758550 registration for all spring classes begins on Tuesday, April 17, at the YWCA Bowmanville office on 133 Church St. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Among the courses offered for kids this year are jazz and ballet programs for all ages. There's even a Ballet Nursery Rhyme class for three to four-year-olds and a program in ballet for beginners aged five and six. For further information, call 623-YWCA. SCIENCE FAIR WINNERS - The Northumberland and Newcastle Board of Education held its annual board-wide science fair in Bowmanville High School on the weekend. Not only local students, but competitors competitors from as far away as Campbcllford and other eastern eastern areas of the Board were on hand. Local, students who placed highly at the Fair include: David Chambers, Chambers, of Bowmanville Senior Public School whose exhibit exhibit entitled Live Wires earned him a second place; Mike Pot, of Bowmanville Senior Public School who won a first place award for his "Star Trek" entry; and Paul Ashton, who placed third with an exhibit on "computers in animation. Carolyn Perry, also of Bowmanville Bowmanville Senior Public School, was third in her category category with an exhibition on solar energy. Phil Cunningham, Cunningham, of The Pines Senior Public School, placed third with a project on aerodynamics. Craig French, of Clarke High School, won a prize for his computer science science entry. TOWN GETS HOUSING STUDY - Tho Town of Newcastle lms boon allocated $22,500 from the provincial provincial government to prepare n municipal housing state- , will assist in determining local hous- BRINK'S EXCAVATING R.R. #2 Newcastle, L0A1H0 * Trenching * Gravel & Top Soil * Grading 8t Levelling * Septic Installations :•% * Back Filling * General Excavating * Dump Truck Service (416) 987-4995 Olde Tyme Fish & Chips 136 King St. E. Bowmanville 623-1781 Mon. - Thurs. 11 am--7 p.m. Friday -11 a.m.--9 p.m. Saturday-11 a.m.--7 p.m. We take pride in serving quality Fish and Chips. JO-ELEN SPORTSWEAR & GIFTS Suppliers to Teams, Schools and Clubs Corporate Gift Packages 102 Queen Street Bowmanville. Ont. L1C 1M6 (416) 623-0161 J. Wayne Aasen Trained and equipped with all the latest technology. Inquire about 3 year "SOLID GOLD REFINISIIING GUARANTEE" (where applicable) Open 5 Days a Week Monday through Friday i COWAN PONriAr nmCK i rr> C 166 King St. East Telephone 623-3396