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RE et EE TP -- 10 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, May 3, 1988 Watch for pro photos at Blackstock Fair Blackstock and Area News by Joyce Kelly Sympathy is extended to Jean and Bill Ferguson and family on the passing of Jean's mother. On Tuesday, April 26 the Wilderness Wackies and the Bush Bunch held a 4-H meeting at the Blackstock United Church. Leslie McKenzie started off with the 4-H pledge and the roll call. Then, we were introduced to Joan Argue who was there to talk to us about photography. We end- ed our meeting with some judging of photographs. It was an in- tersting meeting. Watch for our professional photographs at Blackstock Fair. If you are between 16 and 21 and interested in money, yes making, investing and spending your money economically; then the Durham East 4-H Personal Finance Club is for you. We will be discussing topics such as 0.S.A.P., loans, wages, expenses and investing your money wisely. our next meeting is May 18 at the home of Lawrence McLaughlin at 8 p.m. Many nature lovers are amaz- ed to see the large flock of Canada Geese that have spent over a month on VanCamp's pond on Highway 7A. The question is "How long will they stay?" The community welcomes Richard Choe as the Summer In- tern Minister at the United Church. Richard will be staying with Harold and Eileen McLaughlin for his sixteen weeks in Blackstock Charge. His wife Sung joined him on the weekend as she will throughout the sum- mer. Richard, along with his supervising minister Rev. Dale Davis and Grace Hall, Chairman of Lay Training Committee spent several days this week with other students and their teams from Bay of Quinte conference at Elim Lodge. We hope Richard will en- joy his time in Rural Ontario. On Tuesday, April 26, the Blackstock Bush Bunch met at the Blackstock United Church. "Say cheese, on the count of three.' This could be one way to take a picture, but is not the pro- per way, as Mrs. J. Argue told us. Mrs. Argue told us to concentrate on our main subject and to eliminate useless foreground and/or sky. We then judged a class of photographs and then gave reasons for your placing. To everyone's surprise, we all plac- ed the same picture last. Esther Kelly then did a quiz on endangered species with the group. The quiz was mind boggl- ing. For example, "Can a dead rattlesnake still bite you?"' If you want the answer to the question ask any 4-H member. Special thanks to Mrs. Argue for speaking to us. It was greatly appreciated. Our next meeting is on Tues. May 3 at the United Church at 7 p.m. Welcome home to Mrs. Elva VanCamp after a stay in hospital. We hope you continue to improve. There were thirteen tables at the weekly card party on Tues- day. The winners were: 1. Ivan Cochrane, 2. Betty Barnett, 3. Harold Burgess, 4. Merv Storie, 5. Muriel Butson, 6. Betsy Staniland and Low - Paul Mucka. The draws were won by Eileen Wrdier, Clarence Masters, Myrtle Gimblett and Paul Mucka. A fine crowd of friends attend- ed a bridal shower for Marilyn Duff at the C.E. Room on Satur- day. A pleasant programme of contests and musical numbers was enjoyed. Norma Wolfe, in her humourous manner, made the presentation of a set of patio fur- niture in white and blue colours. Marilyn replied fittingly. A tasty lunch of dessert and coffee con- cluded a pleasant afternoon. Congratulations to Miss Edna Larmer who celebrated her 94th birthday this week. Happy Birth- day Miss Larmer! All past and present members of the O.N.O. are invited to an "alumni'"' meeting on May 12 at Joan Graham's. Members are asked to bring any pictures or slides of past O.N.O. events. On Sunday evening, a receptive crowd at the United Church was entertained by the New .Jerusalem Singers, a group of young people from the Cann- ington area, who performed the cantata "Together We Will Stand'. The singing along with slides and words made for a very enjoyable evening. FRIDAY the 13th » The Blackstock Bashful Bows modern square dance group held their end-of-the-season dance on Thursday, April 28. This ended a fun year which included a mystery trip and dance to Lind- say and a celebration to welcome home our "Snow Birds" from Florida. The Lindsay group returned our visit a week later. Our leaders Carolyn and Glen were in their usual party form and held several contests which tested our funnybone, knowledge and skill. Did you ever try dancing with an inflated balloon between your knees" Glen is adept at making but- terflies and each lady received one for her garden etc. To express our thanks to our leaders for their patience and understanding, we presented a hanging basket and a bonus of money. A note of regret that Albert and Lillian Harper were unable to be with us, but it was reported that Albert is improving steadily. Goodbyes were said, and pro- mises were made to return for another dance season in the fall. Letters People and dogs To The Editor: It seems every year in the spring the issue of dogs at large comes up. (Need dog control April 26). I certainly sympathize with Maria Bostelmann who is afraid of dogs. They seem to sense peoples fear and aggressive dogs will intimidate people who are afraid. I worked as a dog control agent a few years ago and have seen this happen. I would like to appeal to the dog owners who allow their dogs to run. They do not seem to realize the trauma a dog is subjected to when irate neighbours vent their frustration at the dogs unwanted Join in the Fun and Save $$$%$% when several Port Perry Stores stay open to 11:00 PM for - MOONLIGHT MADNESS FRIDAY, MAY 13th, 1988 Watch for Individual Store Specials in next week's paper! presence. An aggressive dog will become more so. I would also be concerned about the disease these "strays' pick up. Rabies has been reported in the area. Are you really willing to put your pet and family at risk? Rabies is not the only disease. Yesterday a neighbours dog was eating my dogs feces. Disgusting? There's more. This winter from December to February we had three regular and unwanted visitors crossing our yard. The coldest months of the year. I tried at times out of frustration to catch them and if I Had I» wasn't too sure whether they would ever be seen by their owners again. I called the dog control several times, but usual- ly the dog is gone when they get here and if you don't know where it belongs, how can they help? This winter I saw no less than four dead dogs on the local roads. As a dog owner myself, the thought of my poor dog lying hurt . or dying on a bitter cold roadside is appalling. One was almost kill- ed in front of our house. If you as a dog owner really care about your pet, protect him, while you are at work by tying or locking him up. Spend some time training him. It's not hard. He is a member of your family too and . not an inexpensive one. if after all this your dog is an annoyance to you maybe he is not the dog for you, ; Puppies are all cute but roam- ing adults are not. Study the breed before you buy so you know what to expect. Love and time is all your pet needs. If you haven't got it to give do the dog a favour and save yourself the aggravation don't get a live one. I have seen some beautiful ceramic dogs of many different breeds. They require nothing but to Be looked at. Bonnie Hudson, Nestleton. Left out To The Editor: Last week's edition of The Star, carrying photos of the Port Perry Business Women's Curling Champs, did not mention Sted- man's as the sponsor of our first schedule. We regret our error and wish to publicly apologize to Mr. and Mrs. Barr for this omission. They have been more than generous to us in many years of sponsorship. ,Carolyn Humphrey, President of the Business Women's Curling. We al