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Social Planning Council Told HoW 'Big Brothers" Cou d Function Will Newcastle pick up the chàllenge? Between 150 and 200 father- less boys in the Town need Big Brothers and all that's requir- ed is a group of concerned citizens to form a steering committee to get the wheels turning. The Oshawa-Whitby Big Brothers is willing to provide official (and and other) assis- tance reauired. and a groun called the Durham Regional Sociables has-offered t pro- vide some of the funds to help finance the project. The concern and volunteer manpower required to set up the agency must come from within the Town itself, and the preliminary steps were taken on Oct. 16th by the New- castie Social Planning Coun- cil. Jim Webber, Executive Director of the Big Brothers of Oshawa-Whitby told the Coun- cil that he has had several requests from mothers inthe Bowmanville area seeking Big Brothers for their sons, but the best he can offer is toput their names on a waiting list. Under regulations set down bv the National Association of Big Brothers, only one charter is granted per region, and if Newcastle is to officially qualify, the agency must be set up in conjunction with the Oshawa-Whitby Big Brothers. Mr. Webber noted that fatherless boys have a delin- quency rate that is six times higher than those with fathers and that they are four times as likely to drop out of school. With Big Brothers, there is an 80 per cent chance that boys wi improve. Mr. Webber talked to the group of 30 who attended the Council meeting in the new Court Chambers about the history of Big Brothers in North America, showed a case-history film of a big- Little Brother match, and answered questions from his audience in the two and a half hour session. The organization began in 1903 in New York when a court clerk by the name of Ernest Coulter made a survey of the records and found that 90-95 per cent of the boys who had been in difficulty with the law were fron' broken tomes. He approached his church men's club and 40 volunteers worked on a one to one basis with the boys. After a year, noticeable changes were observed in the ,boys' behaviour, including more stable personality traits and better police records. The idea spread all over North America in the follow- ing years and in 1948 an International Headquarters was set up in Philadelphia. The Canadian version of the agency, Big Brothers of Can- ada, was organized in 1964 with headquarters in Hamil- ton. Since then, the Associa- tion has flourished in Canada and there are presently 120 agencies across the country, and 6,500 men and 8,000 boys involved in the program. Mr. Webber described the steps that Newcastle would take to establish an agency of their own. First, a local steering committee would be set up to determine the need in the area and the cost involved. Then, representatives from Newcastle would meet with the Oshawa-Whitby group to establish procedures and tackle problems that might arise. The final step in setting up the agency would be to raise the necessary funds. Mr. Webber stated that the organ- ization can be done simply, and that many associations can work on a purely volun- tary basis with 30-40 matched pairs of men and boys. In response to a question about what sort of men become Big Brothers, Mr. Webber stated that volunteers are over 18 years of age and are of average character. The men must be stable and have medical clearance before they can 3ualify. Though police recor s are checked in the course of screening appli- cants, Mr. Webber noted that there are several Big Bro- thers who are also ex-cons; these volunteers can often be of tremendous help with kids who have similar problems. Little Brothers are between the ages of 6-16 and lack an adequate male figure in their lives because of divorce, separation, death or deser- tion. The Big Brother is matched with his Little Brother on the basis of background, in- terests, personality types, the strengths of the volunteer and the needs of the boy. The relationships vary in length, though it generally requires a commitment of between one and two years to be effective. At the end of the meeting, the Council decided that if enough people show interest in forming a committee, plans to organize a Big Brother Agen- cy in Newcastle will go ahead. Do You Need Money ? $2,000 - $50,000 - 1st, 2nd or 3rd Mortgages - Cut Your Payments in Half - Consolidate All Your Loans - Pay Off an Existing Mortgage - Combine 2 Mortgages into One - Purchase or Improve Property Any Worthwhile Purpose Farms- Commercial - Residential Mike Coughlin Tel. 705-743-2501 Great Northern Financial Corp. - SAME DAY APPROVALS - Painter Finds Life Atop Trinity's Steeple Not Too Thrilling Trinity United Church is sporting a fresh coat of paint this week. Despite several delays because of rain, the job was eventually completed, though Reg Bissett of Oshawa probably isn't looking forward to painting any more church steeples. On Wed., Oct. 15, he temporarily froze atop the 110 foot steeple while painting the flashings. After several Mrs. Joan Higginson, Presi- dent of the Social Planning Council stated that she would like to sec as wide a cross section of the community represented as possible. Wom- en, as well as men, are invited to seek further information from her at 623-7217. OBITUARY MRS. ANNE LAHAYE Following a lengthy illness, Mrs. Anne LaHaye died at the Oshawa General, Sunday, Oct. 19, 1975. She lived at 84 Hobbs Dr., Bowmanville. The formerAni Schatz was born Nov. 15, 1922 at Allan, Saskatchewan. She was mar- ried June 30, 1945 in Oshawa, where she had lived for 12 years, and prior to that had ived in Ajax. She was a member of St. Gertrude's Roman Catholie Church. Her husband, Jerry La- Haye, died April 25, 1968. She is survived by her father, Peter Schatz of Saska- toon, Sas.; four daughters, Mrs. Randy Cowell (Fay); Mrs. Maurice Cardinal (Judy), both of Oshawa; Diane, of Bowmanville; Fern, of Oshawa; a friend, Leslie Powley of Oshawa. Also three sisters and three brothers in Alberta; and five half sisters and brothers. Mrs. LaHaye is at the Armstrong Funeral Home. r.equiem High Mass was celebrated in St. Gertrude's Roman Catholie Church Tues- day at 10 a.m., with interment in Resurrection Cemetery. Rev. Bernard Canning of- ficiated. Prayers were recited at the funeral home Tuesday even- ing. Meet ... Jim Smith the Automobile Leasing Specialist at LEASING TO THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1960 Corne in and talk to me. l'il take the time to give you personal and professional at- tention in every way. When you lease a car, whether it be a Lincoln, Mercury or ANY MAKE, you'Il discover what we mean when we say: "AT SEAWAY, WE SINCERELY CARE" JD B(JIM) SMITH Personalized Leasing of All Makes and Models Division of Bobcat-Comet-Montego-Meteor-Cougar- Lincoln 1120 DUNDAS ST. E. 723-0661 WHITBY Celebrate 60th Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. On September 7, 1975, Mr. and Mrs. Ken Maguire, of Wolfe Lake near Gooderham, formerly of Bowmanville en- tertained friends and relatives at their home in honor of her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Stewart of Dunedin, Florida on the occasion of their 60th Wedding Anniversary. On the 8th they entertained friends around the lake at a wine and cheese party in honor of Mr. Stewarts' 85th Birthday. Mrs. Stewart will be 85 on November 30th. J. J. Stewart They had many beautiful gifts and cards presented to them, also several telegrams. Their granddaughter Mrs. Donna Bryant of Newcastle, Ontario made the beautiful cake which centred the table. Another granddaughter Mrs. Sandy Strausser of Sidney, Ohio presented them with a corsage and boutonnier. Mr. and Mrs. Stewart flew back to Florida on Sept. 13th and while on the plane were toasted with champagne. Provincial Court OCTOBER 21, 1975 Judge R.B. Baxter presided with Assistant Crown At- torney E. Howells and duty counsei 1. Barber. Ronald Kelly, 43 R. R. 1 Blackstock pleaded 'guilty' to careless driving. He was represented by T. Kelly. The fine was $100. and costs with license suspension for medical reasons. He was given two weeks to pay. Andrew J. Louws, Bowman- ville, was placed on probation for 'two years following a charge of common assault laid by Brian Weston on October 7. It was regarding a dispute over the nurchase of a motorcycle from Weston. Louws will be given a con- ditional discharge following probation. Ewen G. Huxter, 23, 60 Jackman Road, Bowmanville, pleaded 'guilty' to driving while disqualified on August 20. Const. Ricard checked a vehicle on Martin Road. He had been disqualified for non payment of a fine. The crown said he had a bad driving record. He was put on probation for two years and will be given a conditional discharge if no further viola- tions in that time. He will be allowed to drive only a company vehicle at such times as are required in strict compliance with his employ- ment. James R. Koss, 37, R. R. 1, Roseneath, pleaded 'guilty' to driving after consuming on July 11. Const. VanDyk ob- served a car westbound on King St. at a high rate of speed. It turned north on Martin Road and accelerated and weaved into the south- bound lane. Tests were .12. The fine was $100 and costs, in default 10 days. Prohibited from driving for three months. Dennis G. Martin, 27, R. R. Bowmanville, pleaded 'guilty' to driving while disqualified on Se tember 7. Const. Ricard chec ed a car for noise coming from a muffler. The license had been suspended due to loss of demerit points. The fine was $75 and costs, in default 7 days. He will be notified of a further license suspension. le was given two weeks to pay. Stanley Riddell, 34, Brad- ford, who pleaded 'guilty' September 9, to a June 29 charge of breaking a adlock on a dwelling, was ordered at that time to make restitution and come back to court. He was to-day fined $250 and costs in default 20 days. He was given 5 weeks to pay. Two charges under the Game and Fisheries Act were dealt with. Gary Sparks, 24, 382 Elgin E. Oshawa, was fined $100 and costs, in default 10 days. Vladimir Georgiev, Scarboro, received the same fine $100 and costs, in default 10 days for using a dip net on May 3. Consts. Markle and Fitzgerald were checking in the Wilmot Creek area. David e. Larocque, 34, 11 Ontario St., Kenora, pleaded 'guilty' to driving after con- suming over .08 on October 17. Const. McDonald was east- bound on highway 2 and observed him drive on to the shoulder of the road on two occasions and then over the centre line. Tests were .24 and .23. The fine wa $150 and costs, in default 10 days. He was prohibited from driving for 3 months. David G. Hodgson, 16, 18 Meadowview. Bowmanville, was charged September 7 with having care and control of a vehicle after consuming over 08 pleaded 'guilty'. Const. Strachan attended an acci- dent. Tests were .13 and .12. He admitted being the driver and lost control making a right turn on Lamb's Road. Counsel asked for a nominal minutes of hesitation, he finally worked up the courage to swing his feet back over the sides and regain his perch. Safely back in his seat, he shouted down to his relieved co-workers - "Never again. . . Photos by Liz Armstrong and RiCR james fine. He is a student. The fine was $75 and costs, in default 5 days. He was prohibited from driving for three months. Charles Lavelle, 17, and Robert Lavelle, 18, Bethany, and Glen Weatherilt, Bethany, were charged with being together, did trespass-in a dwelling house. R. Lavelle was also charged with com- mon assault by hitting one older than himself with a length of pipe. All pleaded 'guilty'. Threç residents of the village have been tormented over a period of time. On one occasion obscenities were shouted. The crown said 'these are serious troubles.' They are first offences. The judge told the youths 'their mentality is lesser than the mentality of the people they were torment- ing. Citizens are entitled to protection. Any further evi- dence of this type of conduct, you will get a jail sentence.' They were each fined $25 and costs, in default 3 days. They were put on the maximum probation term for 3 years. They were warned lany con- viction of any offense is a violation.' They are to report once a month to probation officer. They are not to molest any of the people involved. Bryan Cameron, 23, Orono, represented by E.R. Lovekin, pleaded 'guilty' to driving July 17 after consuming over Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, October 29, 1975 5 .08. Tests were¯ 17 anci .16. The Mrs. ivlaCKlin. Our speaker for fine was $100 and costs, in the afternoon was Miss default 10 days. He was given Thompkins, Home Economist one month to pay. from the Dept. of Agricultue George Trejbal, Bowman- Miss Thompkins spoke on ville, pleaded 'guilty' to a Microwave Ovens. We learned breach oftprobation and was potatoes bake in 4 minutes, h fined $50 and costs or 5 days. dogs in 30 seconds. This isth Ross R. Ward, 22, New- time food is in the oven, th castle, who pleaded 'guilty' after removal from the on a August 5 to an indecent standing period is necessary assault charge on a female to complete the cooking. Mea was put on probation for 3 pans cannot be used as th years with strict terms: he is waves bounce off the meta to report to probation officer Glass, and paper are comin once a month, reside in village ly used to hold food for baki and not change his residence, While these ovens are fast get employment and return a time saver in many w home afterward, seek to there is the drawback t upgrade his vocational train- food is not browned. ing with aid of probation interesting discussion fi officer. He is to attend the lowed on the pros and cons Alexander Clinic in Oshawa. Microwave Ovens. Lars Hansen, 18, R. R. 1, As the Hampton Ladies Belleville, charged June 14 by were requested to do a repeat Consts. McDonald and Schultz of a skit they had previouy with driving after consuming done, our entertainment n over .08, pleaded 'guilty'. He sisted of a practice of this sit had a second charge of failing for the 75th Annversary to appear. On the first charge the' meeting closed by- the fine was $150 and costs, in peating the Lord's Pray default 10 days. His tests were Tea and sandwiches we .15 and .14. He was prohibited served by the North Grou from driving for 3 months. On the failing to appear charge, the fine was $50 and costs or 5 days. He was given one month to pay. W.I -NEWS The monthly meeting of the Hampton Women's Institute was held on October 7 with Mrs. Bryant, President, in the chair. We opened by singing the Ode and repeating the Mary Stewart Collect in uni- son. The minutes were read and approved and two items of correspondence were read. A short discussion followed on the final plans for the 75th Anniversary banquet. Roll Call - A Hallowe'en Supersti- tion was well answered. A poem was read by Mrs. Bryant. In the absence of Mrs. Hodgson, Mrs. Bryant re- mained as chairlady for the programme. 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