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Lock away such dangerous substances as detergents, bleaches, solvents, polishers and Europe hockey The manager of Team Western, an adult hockey team based in Winnipeg, is looking for players to participate in a recreational tour of Europe this season. Dave Springett organizes tours for players, regardless of ability, each year and hopes to "find some interested area players to sign up for--this years' trip." Springett adds, "All the players have a great hockey-experience, get to visit different countries, and compete against Europeans, which few players get the chance to do." Each player is responsible for their own travel expenses while the club provides uniforms, jackets, duffle bags, and makes all the arrangements. Players from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec have participated in the past. The entire team is filled on a first come first serve basis and will play five no contact exhibition games during the 11 day trip. All area players are welcome and can get more information on registration by calling Dave Springett at (204) 632-1521. "What can save your time- and money, too?" For More Information. Call 985-7383 PORT PERRY STAR other cleaning supplies to prevent poisonings. Keep all medicines and cosmetics our of reach and in the original containers with child- proof caps. Again, lock up all household cleaners and place knives out of reach and out of sight. Remember that children can turn on faucets and scald themselves. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parents adjust their water heater so water temperatures cannot exceed 120 degrees Farenheit. Gates can only be temporary barriers to keep children from us- ing stairs. Some toddlers learn to climb over them. The traditional accordian gates are particularly easy to master. Buy sturdier gates made of plastic or solid wood frame models that are strung with polyethylene mesh to provide a more effective barrier. Children are fascinated by dangling electric cords. Buy cord shorteners at a hardware store. These are strips of plastic around which the excess cord is wrapped. Cords that are thin or frayed should be replaced immediately. Buy small flat covers for elec- trical outlets not in use to prevent children from inserting their fingers or other objects. Outdoor swimming pools and ponds are very inviting to children and can be dangerous. Some localities require that a pro- tective barrier such as a fence be put around pools to keep out small children. Make sure at all times that there is adequate supervision when children are playing in an area near a body of water. In addition, close bathroom doors to keep children from enter- ing and perhaps climbing and slipping into the bathtub. Tack down rugs to prevent falls and pick up all small objects that may be swallowed. While plants are beautiful to look at, some are poisonous and could be fatal if eaten by a child. Keep them safe- ly out of reach. Lastly, never let children pay in the garage, attic, or basement alone. There.are too many hazards, such as tools and paints which could lead to serious injury. Children are inquisitive by nature and are eager to learn what things feel, smell and taste like. By following the above tips from the Ontario Real Estate Association, you can peacefully enjoy your summer by safely allowing the children in your home to investigate the fun world around them. Soccer results August 16 Squirt Division Play-Offs Raglan Welding 4 -- Port Perry Star 1. Royal Canadian Legion 5 -- Lions Club 4. Classic Photo 1 -- Van Camp (Default) 0. Napanee nament. Atom Division Taylor Petro Canada 14 -- Den- nis Anderson 0. Taylor Ford Mercuryf 3 -- Bruton's I.D.A. 0. Mosquito Division (boys) Port Perry House of Howard 2 -- Uxbridge 2. % cher Cory Brooks was In fine form over the weekend. Cory and his teammates went on to win the tour- Port Perry Taylor Ford Mites first baseman Ryan Wil- llamson made this play for an out during game Saturday at the OASA Mite tournament held at the Lakefront diamonds. The Port Perry team won once before being knocked out of the tournament. Napanee was the eventual winner for the OASA C crown. The Port Perry Mites finished fourth this season in league play, then won the Consolation side of their league tournament. vi y id Ac Lab AR Bill Hopkins pipes In baseball players during the opening ceremonies of the Mite tournament held In Port Perry over the weekend. Eight teams participated In the tournament. _--_ roemonn SR mua A a A a a i a i i Lo AR hh al el ami. oll