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30 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, September 25, 1990 Information meeting on test site, Sept. 25 ¢ From Page 26 nouncements: 1, General meeting at the Church on Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Programme by friends from Thailand, Worship by morning unit. 2. U.C.W. Thankoffering Ser- vice on Sept. 30. Speaker Elaine Barber. 3. Toy Fair at Kingsview United Church, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. Feature - non-violent toys. 4. Presbyterial Regional meeting, October 23-24. Information at Oc- tober meeting. 5. Tractor Pullers Dinner on November 24. 6. New prices for catering; buffet - $8 plus tax; served - $9 plus tax. 7. Ruby VanCamp made us aware of a workshop "How to Make Worry work for you' to be held at Quin-mo-lac November 9-10. Cost $35. Applications from Ruby. Edith McLaughlin's worship had the Co-operative Spirit theme. She used the bamboo as an example of this co-operative spirit. The roots of the bamboo grow in clusters and support one DAILY AIRPORT SERVICE o=1l T & C LIMOUSINE Office 985-0170 Res. 985-9134 Prompt and Courteous Service another yet each stalk is able to bend and be an individual. At this historical time in the aftermath of revolution and ongo- ing newspaper articles about Romanian orphans, Kathleen Dorrell's programme was ap- propriately an account of her visit to Romania. In the summer of 1978, Kathleen and Dalton Dorrell had the rare experience of visiting Romania, with their good friends George and May Schmidt. George's fami- ly lives in Romania; Mary's in Yugoslavia so it was indeed a uni- que opportunity to see how a family lived in a Comminist country. Homes and People: George's family's home was in a locked courtyard. Some windows had bars and the outside windows were covered with heavy blackout curtains. 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During conversations in the house, family members were always watching the door. The roads were either dusty or mud- dy. Soldiers with guns were on the bridges but they were told not to be alarmed as there was no ammunition. Store shelves were almost bare. George and Dalton wanted to buy a gas stove for George's niece. They had to buy two in order to get an extra gas tank. Not to worry - they would get rid of the extra on the black market. Cartwright School News by Michelle Morton The Eye Opener Now that the hot n' hazy days of summer are behind us, it's once again time to fall into that old school day routine. Bedtimes are established, home work is never- ending, and brown-bagged lun- ches are ever present. Well, things really started to swing into action at C.H.S. Fri- day, Sept. 14, when the 33 new Gr. 9's were initiated. Outfitted as Ninja Turtles and Bart Simpson the "Minor Niners' participated . in Bum Charades, The Blindfold- ed Pudding Feed, and a relay race. But it didn't end there! Couples and triplets were then auctioned off to the rest of the school and used as 'human slaves" for the lunch hour. The day ended with the traditional In- itiation Dance that gave the new- comers a taste of Cartwright H.S. after school hours. All in all, it was a great day. Student Council is getting back on track in a big way, the Drama Club is getting geared up, band members have already tripped to Roy Thompson Hall, and the boys' volleyball and girls' basket- ball teams are practising hard for upcoming games. Yes, September had been quite a hectic month, what with getting accustomed to the new timetables, 3 more portables and 4 great new staff members. One thing's for sure, life is only going to get busier once all of the other activities commence. I'll write again in October and fill you in on all of the events and activities going on at the smallest highschoo! in Ontario. Bribery was rampant. At the hotel two packages of cigarettes produced a previously unavailable large room with bath and hot water. At the border money facilitated quick entry. Education: Capable students received a university education but then they belonged to the Communists. Children learned English from T.V. - American and English programmes with Roma- nian sub-titles. At the end of their visit the Dor- rells and Schmidts went to a tourist hotel for dinner. Here the furnishings were luxurious and the food bountiful and varied - a great contrast between what is presented to visitors and how the people live. During the last twelve years the Dorrells have followed with great interest, news of the family in Romania. They have felt the con- ditions have only worsened. Since the 1989 Revolution no word has been received from their Roma- nian friends. Kathleen finished her presenta- tion by playing a tape featuring Red Skeleton and his tribute to Canada. How lucky we are!! Gwenyth Thompson, Secretary Grace U.C.W. to hold bake sale Sept. 26 Doug and Camille Crozier decided on an interesting way to celebrate their 45th wedding an- niversary when they motored to Sask. to enjoy 3 wks. with Camille's relatives and friends of the family. After a period of five years, they found many changes in countryside development and childhood growth. For those who attended the Island United on Sunday, members were pleased to be presented with the 4th Edition of "The Bridge," the newsletter which keeps everyone up to date in messages from the Minister & her family, reports from'leaders of all the organizations, apprecia- tion to groups and individuals for special efforts upon various occa- sions. The whole booklet is spic- ed up with artistic sketches. Teachers & leaders were in- stalled prior to promises of the children & youth for a new year in their work in learning to be God's people. Rev. Lynne Belfry-Graham's ministry with us ends Oct. 7, the Pastoral Relations Committee has presented their conclusions and recommendations for future service. Wednesday is again another double feature for the U.C.W.'s when the "Grace" U.C.W. holds a Bake Sale at the church from 3 to 5 p.m. Wed. Sept. 26. Then you go across the corner to the Island Hall to turn in your tickets for your reserved turkey supper at 5:30 or 6:30 p.m.. Don't forget next Sunday, Scugog and Manchester will join in the Manchester Anniversary Service at 11 a.m.. The plentiful apple picture on the Sunday bulletin reminds me of Dr. Schuller's new pen with an ap- ple floating around to remind us that we can count the seeds in an apple, but only God can count the apples from a seed. We are missing Richard & Mina Steer who have moved from Con, 6, E. to their new home in Ux- bridge. There are rumours dbout the name of our new neighbours, but we aren't sure yet. Congratulations to Mrs. Alva Thompson, formerly of the - Island, then Apple Valley & now of Richmond Hill as she celebrates her 87th birthday, perhaps with Clare, where he . may still be in hospital. Oh Boy! I just noticed we're a week late. But happy wishes still stand. Group has 15 leaders Scout group growing by leaps and bounds 1st Port Perry Scout Group is growing by leaps and bounds. Through the generosity of our community we have been able to register more boys this year. With over 40 boys registering for Beavers it was necessary to start a second colony. Our Cub Pack is nearly full with 20 boys registered. Our Scout Troop has ect the Best 10 boys. We still have seven Beavers on a waiting list. This year we have Beavers meeting at the Church of the Ascension & Kinsmen Hall. Cubs meet at the Church of the Ascen- sion and our Scouts meet at the Legion. We have 15 leaders. Our 7 new leaders have received uniforms and will attend a weekend train- ing course in October. Ist Port Perry sells Scout calen- dars, participates in Apple Day, sell Christmas Trees, and plants trees for Canada to raise money to fund our programs. Our boys, parents and leaders look forward to the continuing support from our community and a great year in Scouting filled with lots of activities for everyone. For information call Ellen Greenough 985-8047.