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'Twill soo (New Revenue Need Stressed Taxation is here to stay, says Frank Markson, city treasurer. And; he adds, 'municipalities have to tap new sources of revenue (possibly a municipal sales or income tax or increased government grants) to meet ever increasing expenditures. : "The financing of a city with the potential it has in the fu- ture must always be under- taken on the basis that the fi- nancial stability of the commun- ity must be safeguarded at all d esas," said' Mr. Markson. in 1 "This means that in effect, the cost of services which the taxpayer demands must be within the financial capacity of the city so as to maintain as stable a mil! rate as possible. "But, where the rate of --Annual bank interest icharges were reduced from ap- proximal $25,000 to a. rela- tively negligible amount. ~--Anntia) discounts of $50,000 on prepayment of taxes built into previous mill rates as an expense were completely elim- inated; --Investment income earnings in the short-term money market reached over $80,000 in 1964, compared with $52,000 in ayy approximately $25,000 Mr. Markson said the intro- duction, for school purposes, of a "pay-as-you-go" 'policy, (a half miil capital tax'levy) made it possible for the city to retire more (in dollars) debentures than were issued in 1964, 'Robson-Lang Leather Co. City's Oldest Industry Oshawa's oldest industry --jthe new company numbers leather tanning -- is still going|than 1,000 ers. The strong after 140 of continued! one: _ formerly owned progress. d th Mr. Robson. stated that the Robson-Lang Leathers has a Biae feteinedl valed one in world awa tannery was established at|markets. The company exports o tion of Governor John|to the British Isles, as well as e suggestion of Governor in African and South American history which stretches back to|Lang name colonial days when the first Osh-|a8 it was a Graves Simcoe. The company president,|countries. Charles Robson, recently de-\GIVES BACKGROUND scribed in Canada, and one of the best." |the U.S. The company recently took aj Headquarters for the giant stride forward when itipany will remain bought out the company of John|"If economically . Lang and Sons Ltd., Kit-/would not hestitate to A . chener, The amalgamation ofj|said Mr. Robson, "but we hope the Oshawa property with thejto remain in Oshawa for poet tanneries in Kitchener,|more years." ndon, record. size. The total employment roll of'petitive. Barrie and Cobourg} Mr. Robson described the tan- brought the Robson. company tojning business as one which is both interesting and highly com- "There are fewer tanneries; In he now than in the old days," he|grandfather, Jat smaller plants did not keep up|a man named with modern equipment the|the South Oshawa introduction of subsidiary ma-|what is now Mill rials, but the fewer they are|Lauc! retired' the more competitive they be-|the business, now come," lished, became the prop more Mr. Robson, who |} It was early in the 19th cen- x Langliury that Governor Simcoe] Ms, en his sons suggested to one Jonothan Bart- ca j lett that a tannery be built in} The pre the village of Oshawa. Mr. Bart-|started ing at lett is known to have compliedjin 1931. when his with the suggestion some time|Charles died in 1935 he -- before 1830. over active control. : the Whiting avenue} The main multi-million dollar plant as: "The largest complexisales are made in Canada and com- Your OFFICE. JAMES O'MALLEY CONSTRUCTION LTD. 254 CEDAR VALLEY DR. PHONE 723-7122 many h of the city is unusually higher. than is desirable at 'times, to be both realistic. and practical the community must discipline itself financially to maintain the desired stability, he said. "Then it becomes a priority of services that the community requires." : Mr. Markson said the logical conclusion to the present rate of growth that Oshawa is ca- le of in the next few years is such that the property tax base may reach the saturation point and other sources of re- venue will have to be tapped. POLICY CHANGES -- Last year, said the city treas- urer, a number of significant changes in financial policy were made to ensure that the conduct of the city's finances. was as progressive and business-like as possible to meet current condi- ns, ae Markson said the most important, in terms of financial savings, was the introduction of interim tax levy bills aimed at PARKWAY TELEVISIO 'alg | SERVING OSHAWA AREA 12 YEARS - 1953-1965 IN A CHANGING MUNICIPAL WORLD ; ) The City of Oshawa made pared with fourth or fifth a number of changes dur- months as was done in pre- ing 1964 in financial policies vious years." Mr. Markson to meet the needs of its is shown top centre, with changing municipal world. two of his assistants: Grant As City Treasurer I. Frank Elford, Deputy City Treas- ...Markson ex plained it: urer is left, Miss Judy Hol- "These ;were made to en- _ brook, payroll supervisor, is sure. that the conduct of right. the city's finances was as --Oshawa Times Photo progressive and business- like as possible to meet the current conditions. The most important, in terms of finan- cial savings, was the intro- duction of interim tax levy bills aimed at collection of the city's taxes about the beginning of the second month of the year as com- j MEAN TEMPERATURE jsnowfall of 48.1 inches. The STUD FARM The average minimum tem+jhumidity in Oshawa averages} On the National Stud Farm's : perature in Oshawa is 18 de-|78 per cent and the growing|1,600 acres of rolling land there; collectior. of taxes earlier in the , grees. The average maximum/season iz from June to Sep-jare at any one time more than |vear. This, he said, resulted is egrees. ai i 200 horses, 160 Aberdeen Angus|in: 2 -- : dud 4 ig esd pooh The city, anaes pen cattle, and 45 employees includ-| --Annuai .bank borrowings on ; mean temperature for Oshawa/2,040 hours of sunshine eachling 4 veterinarian, lah tech-|current account, reaching a | is 46.70. Oshawa has an aver-|year and the prevailing wind is|nician, stable boys and regular|peak of 2% million dollars,| age rainfal! of 24.4 inches and alfrom the north-west, farm hands. were no longer required; For The Protection of Your Family's Health _., ¢ Newly Redesigned Showroom For Your Benefit... In recent months the interior of Parkway Television store has been completely redecorated to provide the touch of distinction .. . and atmosphere deserving of the quality Television and Stereo units on display, Particular emphasis has been placed on Parkway's Stereo department to satisfy the ever increasing demand for a "Like Home" atmosphere for demonstrations. You are invited to come in... any time... and see, or listen to, the excellent range of the finest Stereo and television models available. 1964 An Excellent Year! Predict Even Better for '65... It is with the greatest pleasure that we are able to say that 1964 was better t6 us than any year in our history .. . due, we gratefully acknowledge, to your continued patronage. We plan to continue our rigid policy of providing you with the finest selection of popular brand name Television and Stereo sets on the market... endorsed with the best possible service .. . for only thus can we continue to earn the respect' we have enjoyed in the past. The Oshawa General Hospital MODERN STORE AT 918 SIMCOE ST. NORTH, When you walk through the front door of this store you'll find you self in weg wonderland of Television and Stereo Equipment. Visit us anytime Thank You... We wish, at this time, to express our most sincere appreciation to the people of Oshawa and district who have placed ¢their confi- dence not only in our fine products .. . but also in our reputation of providing satisfaction and finest service after delivery. SEE and HEAR the FINEST in TV and STEREO for '65 by such respected makers as @ ELECTROHOME ' e ADMIRAL @ RCA VICTOR A few of the Vital Services available for our patients include: -- 538 Beds plus 76 Bassinets A Modern X-Ray Department An up to date Laboratory equipped and staffed to do -- Bacteriology, Haematology, Pathological Speciments, etc. Continually Providing Modern, Efficient Patient Care ! The cost of hospital care sometimes seems high, but when you consider aif the vital services the hospital provides, and that your hospital staff is working for you twenty-four hours a doy, we think you will agree that dollar for dollar you can't buy o better bargain. -- professional, round-the- clock attention for less than a dollar an hour, An Isotope Diagnostic Laboratory. Modern Well Equipped Operating Rooms An Intensive Core Unit An Isolation Unit A Chronic Wing COMMUNITY SUPPORT IS VITAL The "charge per day" for hospital care paid through Ontarie Hospital Insurance covers your hospital's regular operating expenses, including such items os medical supplies, meals, staff salaries and wages, maintenance, etc. However it does not poy for the cost of building additional accommodation or service facilities, nor does it pay the original. cost of purchasing new life-saving equipment. These needs, when they oetur, must be met chiefly by voluntary support. No cause is more deserving or more important to you, your family and. your community, Modern Dietetic Depertment which serves beth potients ond steft An Active Physiotherapy Department An Occupational Therapy Deportment A Paediatric Unit for Children, including Isolation Facilities A Competent Medical Staff with well qualified Doctors in most of the Specialties. @ KEITH WILSON @ MURRAY WILSON AT YOUR @ TOM POTTS SERVICE @ BOB BISHOP Fy PARK 918 SIMCOE ST. NORTH This is another view of the fine Television sets and Stereo units on y Television... why not come in and SEE them! YOUR "COLOUR" T.V. STORE 7 WAY TELEVISION iar bao ed Sua PHONE 723-3043. % THE OSHAWA GENERAL HOSPITAL E.G. STORIE, President W. A. HOLLAND, Administrator WE SELL . . . OURSELVES!"