Acton Free Press (Acton, ON), May 19, 1971, p. 5

The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

Adventurer to Ottawa learns about Canada Each year the Acton Rotary dab sponsor a high school student on a trip to Ottawa year be staff of Acton High School selected Barb to represent the school Barb a resident of Is a grade 12 business and commerce student who will be continuing her education at Sheridan College next year She will be speaking to the Rotary Club at their June 1 meeting Here Is her report of the four days she spent En Ottawa mi IN CITIZENSHIP By Barb For years students from all provinces and territories have taken part In the adventure in citizenship its purpose to enable high school students from across Canada to learn more about how this vast country Is governed The Ottawa Rotary Club is providing this project with the assistance of other Rotary Clubs across Canada I am very pleased to say that I have been chosen as this year adventurer to visit our national capital The Acton Rotary Club kindly provided me with the necessary information and a plane ticket I must admit that I was nervous when I first boarded the plane but now I can say that I enjoyed every minute of my first flight I left the International Airport arrived on May and arrived in Ottawa about an hour later There I was met by Mr who arranged the billeting of the adventurers He introduced me to Reverend Adamson and his family with whom I had the pleasure of spending my short tune in Ottawa My roommate was a girl from Port British Columbia On Monday morning approximately senior high school students assembled In the Theatre of National Arts Centre We were welcomed by the chairman of the Adventure in Citizenship J G the president of the Ottawa Rotary Club E B Baker the director general of the National Arts Centre G Hamilton Southern and his worship Kenneth H C Mayor of the city of Ottawa Most luxurious Following the speeches the adventurers were entertained by the National Arts Centre Orchestra in the Opera House Our luncheon was held in the ballroom of the Chateau with the Rotary Club members of Ottawa It was the most luxurious dining urea I have ever been in We were addressed by the Honourable Donald C Minister of Transport who gave an interesting speech In the afternoon we visited the House of Commons We had the unique opportunity of seeing Pierre Elliott Trudeau In session Orangeville Raceway FIRST RACE Gallant CORKY Dixon CRIMSON Crowe Ron Parker Pile Driver J Somervllle Checkmate Simon Rail Hutch It Varcoe Bill North wood Italia M RACE LAMPLIGHTER A MISS TODD R1DOELL J AUTUMN DAY 1 Luring KldR Irwin Who Stead Hemic Luck Spur Saber V Goodale AG Wilier Payne THIRD RACEIBM KEY PERFORMANCE M Schacttr 1 INVINCIBLE PICK Bain LITTLE Marilyn Hal C Malcolm Creed Young Barbara a Dream D Taylor Triple Reno M Speedy J McClure Ed Son FOURTH RACE LORD HUNTER Given 5 QUINT LAD Slew art 7 CAPTAIN Wain 1 Shirley Early Wm Carbon Pay 3 McGregor R Gallant McGregorA Song M Brook Glen a Johnny L FIFTH RACE IBB 1 SOAP STONE Nlckle SANDRA STUART Big I War Porteoua A Mike Direct Winger Barn Boat L Pick M Schaefer SIXTH RACE M DIRECT DAVE MeNutl 7 PAUL J DIAMOND LASS Troy 1 Crowe 3 Jeanne Cly Mackcmle 4 Lady M Jorgeruon Pat Prologue M Gypiy Race Carroll PICK Lockhart BOY M Caper Bay no Harry A Laird McNab M Jorgcnion Elgblb Race 140 BUSTERS McNAB L Dixon HIGH HAT McLean POMPOUS C MacAClhur 1 Mick Girl Taylor hurley a Papoose Tolhunt Gordon a Expreia C Lawaon J Ji Delight Jeff Smith J Redpalh Ninth Race MM 1 FIREFLY Schaefer PHOEBE SUE Wm 7 I ARKED OUT T MucKenilc Wall Giddy Girl I Mlis Morgan E Richelieu Johnny C J McClure AE Spencer H Kennedy Tenth Race fltH Exactor EASTER Holme JADE Moore MAGGIES COMETL Tolhurat 1 Last wood 4 Hi Noble R Outdoors by Art Howes A total of 3 acres of prime land along the Niagara escarpment has been acquired over the past year by the depart ment of lands and forests The cost was Just over Recognizing the recreational values of the one of Rams shellacked Continued fro Page In spite of the score team president Howard called Rams Sunday night performance a vast improvement over Thursday night s We be ready by the time we open at home he predicted Rams host Brampton Excelsiors Thursday June 3 after paing a visit to the flowertown for a night game Sunday May RAM Coach Bruce Sears complained to no avail about Kitchener use of the illegal box defence The way the officials saw it Braves always had one man moving which according to the rule book makes it legal Doug a Kitchener resident who attends Bishop University in signed with Rams after securing his release night and turned In a creditable performance In Sunday game played minor lacrosse in the Long Branch hotbed area Bob Andrews is expected to Join the team this week Bob was torn between playing or lacrosse but finally decided to abandon his glove for a lacrosse stick Dave pulled a groin muscle In the Kitchener game and could be sidelined for some time The usual contingent of spectators ac the team to both games the province great natural features which stretches from Niagara to Tobermory the Ontario government ended a large scale land acquisition program contained in the Niagara Escarpment Study released about one year ago A total of 800 acres has been acquired In the Bruce Peninsula The unique natural resources of this area are of national importance and have been protected by the acquisition of significant shoreline at Cape Chin a scenic lookout In Lion s Head and Wingfield Basin at Cabot Head one of the finest natural harbors on Georgian Bay In the Owen SoundColllngwood area acres were acquired These include a viewing point near scenic Hogg s Palls at the head of the Beaver Valley and the core area of a major provincial park in the uplands which will offer a variety of recreational experiences including fishing camping hunting hiking trails excellent views waterfalls and fissure caves Devils Glen Provincial Park Wilt be expanded by the acquisition of an additional acres A nature reserve has been established in the Mad River valley As the Niagara Escarpment Study recommended the establishment of a major provincial park at the Credit Forks a tract including the Forks of the Credit has been acquired for this purpose This area has some of the most spectacular scenery in Southern Ontario and affords yearround recreational opportunities Thirty have also been acquired as an addition to the Effingham Provincial Park Reserve on the Niagara Peninsula Supplementing the expenditure Unforgettable experience BARBARA BEIER a Grade 12 student at Acton District High displays a photograph of all students participating in the Rotary Club annual visit to Ottawa taken in front of the parliament buildings Barbara returned from Ottawa recently and will address a dinner meeting of the Rotary Club Tuesday June 1 Staff Photo Following this exciting part of speaker of the Senate the our adventure we proceeded to Honourable Jean Paul the Red Chamber where the received us After a short question period we assembled in the Railway Committee Room where we were addressed by A Fraser Clerk of the House of Commons Then we gathered on the steps In front of the Peace Tower for a group photograph Get together The dinner and program for the were provided by the Ottawa Board of Education and Sir John A High School The square dance was perfect to give us opportunity to get together Tuesday the adventurers assembled In Southam Hnll at the Carleton University We were welcomed by the Right Honourable Lester Pearson Chancellor and Professor of International Affairs of University It was a pleasure listening to his quite humorous speech Continuing our ad venture we held group discussions with several professors of the University It was interesting partially because our leader was a singing guitar playing professor Musical ride We held our luncheon in the Main Hall of the University Centre where we were received by Louis Progressive Conservative member of Parliament In buses we drove to to the M P training Division Among other the Musical Ride was performed for us It is hard to describe it in words but to see it is a memorable experience We also toured the National Museum of Science mid Technology It displayed something for everybody taste from antique cars to watching yourself on a television screen More tours Wednesday program contained more roup discussions and a guided tour through the university An outstanding feature arc the tunnels that connect almost every building of the campus Following this we had a tour of the National Capital Region Among other points of interest we saw Mr Trudeau residence from the outside Princes of Wales alls Canal and Hall The opportunity to visit Governor General Mich en Residence was experience in itself The tour was followed by a fresco luncheon on the lawns of the Government House As guests of the National Capital Commission we had a buffet supper in the Chateau where the Honourable Robert Minister of Urban Development spoke to us I had the pie of si I tin with Mud Whiting who represents Halton County in Federal Government An informal dance was held that at tht Canterbury School The Ado Fr Press Wednesday May 19 On Thursday May Mr Black gave out the invitations Were we ever surprised A dinner for us The staff of Robert hod invited the students from the high school who had helped the teachers during the term in the student assistance program Like royally The day arrived Wednesday May 12 and some how or other we all made it down to the public school in time As we drifted in groups of three and four we were guided into the staff room by Mrs Treated like royalty we had the room and comfortable chairs to ourselves and discussed our bright children whom we only had to cope with for a half doy in six while the teachers had them everyday Here I would like to express a sincere ink to the teachers for us the opportunity to work with children and to learn what a te lehing career is all about A lot of patience understanding and hard work Fnrich selves We the students were happy to help the teachers thus really enriching ourselves Remembering multiplication tables improving our painting ind spelling surprises with an instead of a I think we also acquired a sense of achievement in what we were dome At this time I would like to thank everyone involved for making this program such a success for the students At 11 I remember because I was hungry we were shown into the gymnasium which had been transformed Into a dining hall with tables neatly set and comfortably arranged in the room Bouquets on the tables and delicious food helped create a friendly atmosphere Brought specialties From what I gather each teacher brought his or her speciality Most dishes were casserole ranging from spaghetti to Jelly salads and all were delicious It was served buffet style and everyone had a taste of almost every dish The students were DELICIOUS DESSERTS brought Gilmore Nancy Frost Susan Kldd and superintendent of instruction for Mary Fuchs Appreciation luncheon was held county back for more with four of the in the school Wednesday teachers student assistants Anne Photo funds allocated specifically for the implementation of the Niagara Escarpment Study of the department normal parkland acquisition fund has been used to acquire other lands along the escarpment This includes an additional acres at Effingham another acres of a potential skiing area in the Beaver Valley and a addition to the 1400 acres owned in the Primrose Provincial Park Reserve CORRECTION Prof You were copying from his paper Stwjent No I was just making sure he had mine all right I S HOLDEN OPTOMETRIST Cork SI East Phone TA JOHNS CUSTOM MEATS MAIN ST ACTON Red Blue Brand Beef FREEZER SPECIALS Side of Pork Side of Beef 67lb Front of Beef 57lb Hind of Beef Located at the Rear of Rainbow Beauty Salon Entrance from Parking Lot ALL MEATS CUSTOM GUT AND WRAPPED Receive certificates On morning May 13 the adventurers received tt Citizenship Certificates which were presented by the Honourable Minister of Citizenship We then a choice of to the Art Gallery or look jround Sparks Street Mail The of the adventurers decided to downtown Our farewell luncheon was once held in the ballroom of the Chateau I which included Rotary members and One student from each of the provinces and territories briefly spoke on the Adventure In Citizenship following the speeches came the goodbyes and even some tears In the four days students became friends who are now scattered over an area that stretches from sea to sea I have learned more about Canada during my short stay in Ottawa than in six years I have lived in this country I would like to express my thanks to the Acton High School Waff and Mr Hansen and the Acton Rotary Club for making this trip possible for me I con honcstl say that this adventure in citizenship has been an experience I will not forget Unique in county Appreciation luncheon for teachers assistants told to mingle and for fear of losing out on dessert we did The line sure bents came up often but re lly that does it an Hie food was delicious ind if all teachers can cook then I think 1 11 m a teacher Desserts next When the first course finished we were urged toward the dessert tabic and helped our decision four young Indies fnm the Robert IjttleHomeEc diss Hound the decision very difficult a cheese cake chocolate cake brownies a white cake looking things and Just about else imaginable So after dessert coffee and tea The Master of Ceremonies Mr Coe Introduced the head table which consisted of Mr O superintendent of instruction for County Mr T Watson trustee Mr Thomas assistant superintend ant for North Hilton Mr Katz Mr McKenzieand Mr Black Each said thank you to some or other Must continue Mr us whit a great Idea the student assistance program had been and how he wanted it to continue and catch on to other schools in the county I think it was obvious to everyone involved that the has worked superbly and th it it must The teacher assistants sincerely thank Mr Black for makinc this possible His unmatched enthusiasm encouraged the students to become part of the program Fly Mary Ann Only 15 more days of school has become the harmonious of students as the countdown continues After this Lite June 10 exams arc yet to be written by those students who were not to exemption m irks Rewarding program who were in the Richer Assist nt Plan were to a delicious buffet lunch lest Wednesday null tor mm was filled with scattered tables he trine bouquets of flowers students mingled in this an excellent opportunity for further of teaching methods the we and in some cases school days the ici Kelt is responsible for tins it the school All of the stud involved found it rew inline can t express gratitude to this man We feel it an activity of this is try benefit it hope it will be in future Mediterranean night friends and other interested are welcome to itU ml the debut of a film produced by our Mediterranean ir Hellers I his film will be only of the activities to take place Wedneshy The globe trotters will also try their hand at acting and will do everything in their power to make you part of the trip After the programme refreshemnts will be served and will hove an opportunity to discuss the evening with the students and staff or ask questions of them Remember that tonight at the high school tyrnntLSium Open house Another date to circle on your calendar is Tuesday June 1 This is the night of our open house where the public will be invited to roam the halls and view the nous displays Because of lack of tune voting for the new student council will not take place this Friday Instead an assembly will be held then in order for the candidates to present their platform As of Monday May the are treasurer Rob president I Marshall and Wendy Hannah is anticipating the time when the halls will be filled with posters and rarely a bare wall can be seen There will be an assembly Wednesday morning in which the Freedom Five a singing im will perform It could turn out to be one of the year highlights MECHANIC Ground floor opportunity in our New Toyota Service Department Good Hourly Rate Generous Fringe Benefits Excellent Working Conditions We require a person who is able to meet the public and is capable of producing quality work with a minimum of supervision Any qualified mechanic can service Toyotas without difficulty and factory training will be supplied Apply to Mac Hunter Halton Toyota A Division of Halton Truck Sales Ltd Hwy Just North of 401 THE WON mom WITH A BUN wsrsssss THEATRE A V FAVE STEVE MCQUEEN DhANTBm FRANKENSTEIN J5T A ilOVEMY WIFE I COMPANY OF KILLERS SHOWS Slid DUSI

Powered by / Alimenté par VITA Toolkit
Privacy Policy