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THURSDAY, AUGUST 18, 2005 THE NEW TANNER MEMORIES, MEMORIES: It's hard to believe but it was 40 years ago, four decades, when the Acton Round-Up show convulsed sold-out audiences at two performances in the old Acton arena in Prospect Park. The rollicking, fast paced round up of village life against a background canvass of the old town had.a cast of over 60 performers under the direction of Joyce and Jack Carpenter, shown in front of this photo. The chorus made up of members of the now defunct Acton Choraliers also recruited some Acton Lions Club members. The Joyce Carpenter dancers in front were also a special part of the show which was sponsored by Acton Lions Club. The script, music and costumes was the talk of the town for weeks after the show and is still fondly remembered. Recognize any one? MPP commends those who reduce energy use To the editor; With temperatures in Ontario continuing to hit record highs, TY would like to commend the many individuals in communi- ties across Ontario who are doing everything they possibly can to reduce their energy use. Together, our efforts do make a significant difference. And there are many easy actions we can take, actions such as turning our air conditioners up just a few degrees, using lower-cost room fans, turning offunused lights and equipment, and shifting en- ergy consuming activities -- like dishwashing and clothes washing -- to later evening and weekend hours This summer, it seems likely that the weather will continue to test us--and I am sure that we will continue to meet the challenge together. Sincerely, Donna Cansfield, MPP Etobicoke Centre, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Energy. Airlines, lost bags, bah..! Continued from page 6 God that if it was my bag I would lose every bad habit I ever had. "Hi Angela...." Tom started. My fingers were crossed and I held my breath in anticipation. "No...there's no logo on the bag. Do you want the bag delivered tonight or in the morn- ing?" he asked. "Okay, Tom...that bag only has my husband's shorts and shirts in it. The other bag is the really important one," I explained as the Dude hol- lered from the other room, "What do you mean it's not important?" I decided if they lost the bag, they can- deliver it tonight. When the delivery company called they again asked if we wanted it delivered that night. 1 was adamant it would be even though they said it might be late. At 2 a.m., the phone rang. It was the delivery company at the elevator with the bag. Partial success! The next day, donned in the Dude's shorts, t-shirt and my high heeled sandals, | was a sight to be seen. The night prior I had con- vinced Tom I was eligible for a clothing allowance and with that we were off to Target to buy a few things. Of course, along the way, I continued to make phone calls. First up was Air Canada. "We'll check into it," they promised. "We'll call you back within five hours." Five hours? More torment. The phone calls continued throughout the afternoon over the endless pursuit of my lost bag. All I wanted to know was where it was? Ihad obsessive compulsive disorder to the maximum. After giving up on Air Canada, I made one more attempt with US Airways. "Yes, we were just going to call you. We have your bag here," the nice man on the other end told me. No sooner had I hung up, the Dude was going as fast as he could to the airport so we could finally get my bag. I think he was racing more to put himselfout of misery than me. When I saw my bag, | was elated. It was like little piece of heav- en. However, heaven was soon squashed when the Dude noticed the baggage tag. "Do you see that?" he asked. There it was. It was an Air Canada 'rush' baggage tag with big letters that said "RUSH EXPEDITE TO U.S. AIRWAYS PHILADEL- PHIA". My bag had never even made our flight from Toronto. The mystery was solved. We had all our belongings. At that point I decided my bad luck was gone. The holiday could only improve from there. Luckily, it did! cr There's been a lot going on lately so I think it's time to clear the desk. As usual, my interests are eclectic. I hope you think so, too. When I saw the first pictures of the Air France crash my blood curdled. I phoned one of our daughters and told her there was "no way" anyone got out of that inferno alive. So much for my fortunetelling, everyone escaped with only a few minor injuries. Those passengers and that crew should all buy lottery tickets. It appears a combination of inclement weather and landing too far down the runway may have caused the accident. The National Transportation Safety Board (N.T.S.B.) hasn't come close to issuing their report but the lawyers are already out. I sup- pose I think the smoke should at least be extinguished before the vultures start circling. Still, on another plane, I understand the passengers' concerns. Remember the Air Canada DC- 9 that ran off the same runway, in almost the same place, in 1978? A hundred and two passengers and crew were on board. Two unfortu- nate souls didn't make it and many were seriously injured. I know, I was booked on that flight. It was an early Monday morning departure but over the weekend I got a call at home. A problem had come up out west so I changed my flight and took an earlier plane toa different destination. I left before the office opened, this was before voice mail, so I couldn't call our office until I got to Edmonton. My secretary just about tore my head off after she calmed. down. No one knew I wasn't on the origi- nal plane which was now in the ravine. My poor father, god rest his soul, was beside himself because Air Canada wouldn't give him any information. I had mentioned to my dad the previous weekend my travel plans. I was on the road so much I hardly ever did that. In those days it wasn't unusual for travel plans to change. Security wasn't like it is today. The second part of my story had \to do with "the bride" and the girls. A matter of timing The Way I See It with Mike O' Leary Since I travelled over 80% that year we only had one car. So "the bride" took the girls shopping -- what else. Hours later when they finally got home all our neighbours, they were mostly stay-at-home moms, were gathered on the sidewalk. "The bride" couldn't understand what all the pussyfooting was about until someone finally asked about the ac- cident. I suppose I had mentioned my original destination at one time over the weekend to a neighbour. Once the situation was explained the neighbour ladies were greatly relieved. I've never been sure but I believe wine was involved in the afternoon's activities. So I don't blame the Air France passengers for watching out for their health. One passenger I know from the 1978 crash has never worked again. His nerves are shot. Another can't drive a car., There are many cases of excruciating back pain. We didn't know much about PT.S.B. back then but we do now. So I do have some understanding of the passengers' potential future health challenges. I just think it would have been more appropri- ate to let the angel's dust clean off their shoulders before calling out the shysters. RK I suppose I missed out again. It's bad enough to be beat out by Yoda but now a suspected separat- ist edged me out for the Governor General's gig. Since when did our vice-regal post become a second- 'career opportunity for washed-up C.B.C. flacks? I don't want you to think I'm bitter. Hopefully this G.G. will know the meaning of a toonie. Her C.B.C. background doesn't give me much confidence however. At least she should avoid blowing $5 million or so on a circumpolar bunfest. Michaelle Jean will certainly be a stylish addition to Rideau Hall. Her little daughter will be a de- lightful resident of that often stuffy residence also. Hopefully the little girl isn't shoved to the front so often as to become precocious. Perhaps if another federal party wins. the election someone from another province might have a shot at the job. Ralph Klein has about as much chance as I do. Actually, my chances are better. Historically, people with a mili- tary background have often been appointed to this prestigious posi- tion. I'd be in favour of going back to that policy especially when we have some superb candidates today. I'm thinking of Mare Gar- neau who in addition to bringing pride to Canada as an astronaut also has a military background. Another worthy candidate is re- tired General Lewis MacKenzie. Arguably our greatest general in the last 50 years he only has two things going against him. He's no favourite at the U.N. since he often tells those dithering charlatans what the true state of the world is. The operative word there is truth. The other problem is that he ran unsuccessfully as a conservative candidate federally. So naturally the P.M. picked a C.B.C.. lesser lite who might pick-up a few lousy votes in Quebec. Although I'm a traditionalist Canadian I could be easily con- vinced to get rid of the Governor General's office. And people won- der why average people in this country are losing heart. ARK I was shocked to read that Lynda Shaw's killer has been identified. Long time residents will remem- ber Lynda being abducted and murdered from a service centre on the 401 Hwy in the spring of 1990. : We'll talk more about this next week. For now, I would like to apologize, as a Canadian, to Lyn- da's mother Carol Taylor. When you hear this sorry tale you'll know why I'm ashamed this was allowed to happen. And I think you will be, too. o,