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Car Goes for Swim in Wilmot Creek Volume 122 15c Per Copy BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO, WEDI NESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1976 by Doug Taylor A brief has been prepared by the Durham Day Care Parents Association for presentation to the Social Services Commíttee of Regional Council on Thursday (Feb. 26) protesting staff cutbacks at day care centres. The brief was read at a meeting of the Parents Associ- ation Tuesday evening at G. L. Roberts High School, Oshawa. The essence of what the parents have to say to council was most aptly put by the association's chairman. Brian Greenway, who commented "you've created a good system, now let's protect it." The parents group is anxious to maintain the present "high quality of care our children receive in Regional Day Care Centres" and in that light strongly support a mem- orandum of Feb. 10 from Mrs. M. E. Brown, co-ordinator of Day Nursery Services. Further, they support a motion of Coun. Reg Rose, recommending to council that the staff-child ratio in each Regional Day Care Centre be maintained at 1 to 6, including one supervisor and one Day Care Nursery Aid. $35,750 for Arena Pipes A '72 Dodge driven by Teresa St. Pierre of Newcastle went for a swim in Wilmot Creek Saturday afternoon. The vehicle, eastbound on Highway 2 went out of control and plunged between the bridge and a large tree into the creek about 2 p.m. The driver received only minor injuries and escaped the vehicle via the roof to the shore. In the above photo, the car is being hauled back up the bank. -Photo by Doug Taylor by Doug Taylor Four weekend traffic accidents which totalled some $9,500 in damage to vehicles involved and injured six persons were mnvestigated by Provincial Police (rom the No Residential Building Starts There were no residential building starts duriug the month of January, accordin to a report (rom Chie Building Inspector H.G. Wight received at the Feb. 16 council meeting. Only two permits were issued in January for con- struction of dwellin units both being in agricultural zones compared with one permit for the same period of 1975, also in an agricultural zone. Commercial permits issued in January totalled four, equal to the same month last year, while one industrial permit was issued against noue for January '75 and instîtutional permits were down from four in Jan. '75 to two for Jan. '76. The cost value for the 19 building permits issued in January is $227,026 and the permit cost $660 compared with a building value of $179,625 and a permit cost of $661 for 24 permits issued in Jan. '75. Newcastle Detachment. The first occurred Friday at 12:44 p.m. on the 6th Line of Clarke, approximately one mile east of 35-115. The vehicle, a '71 Dodge operated by Robert Auston Lowry, of 251 Mill Street North, Newcastle Village, was westbound at the time of the mishap. As it crested a hill, the During STEAL FOUR COATS Provincial Police at the Newcastle Detachment urge people attending functions, where there are no coat faciities to take extra caution with valuable coats. An incident Saturday evening netted thieves four leather coats with a total value of some $500. The coats were taken from parties attending a dance at the Janetville Community Hall by persons yet unknown. Lowry vehicle was confronted by an eastbound vehicle and swerved back to the north side of the road. That manoeuvre caused a loss of contrùl, the vehicle skidding some 90 feet along the gravel surface of the north shoulder. It recrossed the road to the south shoulder in a skid of some 105 feet, became air- Approved by Decision was finally made by Newcastle Councillors Feb. 16th to proceed with the purchase and installation of new brine pipes at the Bowmanville Arena. The Community Services Committee passed a motion from Mayor Rickard to Ba ttery Stolen The Durham Regional Pol- ice received a report of a stolen battery from the car of a Bowmanville resident on Feb. 21. The battery of the car owned by Mr. John Wilson, 100 Liberty St. N., was parked in a parking lot when the theft occurred. Police have no suspects in the theft yet. borne for aoout 50 feet, striking the ground just out- side the fence line which caused it to bounce, clipping the fence and coming to rest ou its roof about 20 feet inside the fenceline. Investigation by Provincial Constable Harold Burke estimates damage to the vehicle at $2,000 while the use (Turn to Page 2) Woverley Meet The newly formed Waverley Community Association held its inaugural general meeting on February 18th in the Council Chambers. Paid up members as well as those wishing to join were handed a Financial Statement and a Development Proposals Questionnaire upon entering. The Executive were intro- duced and each gave a summary of the duties of their particular position. President Ken Martin emphasized the (Turn to Page 2) WARNS ABOUT HYDRO REPRESENTATIVE Staff Sergeant John Mc- Guey, Durham Regional Police, of Division 16, Bow- manville, warns that people ia the area shouhd be cau- tious of anyone claiming to be 4 Hydro representative and asking to see their last bill. One person in town is apparently minus approxi- mately $16 as a result of being approached by such an individual. Honor Hillcrest Heights Cubs at Father and Son Banquet Vii Saturday evening at Zion Christian Education Centre, the Hillcrest Heights Cubs and Sea Scouts held their annual Father and Son banquet, with the Ladies' Auxiliary providing a delicious dinner. Group Committee Chairman Leo McKenna was chairman and during the evening, various awards were presented to members of the audience. These Cubs were honored with presentations, front row, left to right, Brent Kinghorn with his trophy for winning the recent speed event in the Pinewood Derby, David Legere, holding the shield that he and three others won for being members of the best Sixer, Stephen Carmichael, the Disability Award; back row, Darryl Dart (Sixer), David Jukes (Sixer), Jerry Carron, the Scott Stainton Memorial award for his outstanding contribution, and Greg McKenna (Sixer). -Photo by Rick James Committee recommend to council that the tender from Canadian Ice Machines (CIMCO) in the amount of $35,750 be accepted and provisions for up to $40 000 be made in the capital budget. Coun. Ken Lyall voiced objection to the move, su gesting that by putting sue allowance in the capital budget (debenturing) council is only fooling itself as it means an actual $90,000 over five years. He suggested that such is the reason so rany municipalities are now broke. Mayor Rickàrd, however. (Turn to Page 2) TEACHERS RAISE FUNDS Though the earthquake disaster in Guatemala has all but faded from the news, funds to help get that unfor- tunate Central American country back on its feet are still desperately need- ed. The Newcastle unit of the Federation of Women Teachers recently respond- ed to the appeal by raising over $150 to aid the disaster fund. Mrs. Jane Bryant of Courtice South Public School reports that dona- tions came not only from women teachers but from some of the men on staff at local sehools as weI as a number of children. Wins Silver Medal in Judo Competition at Winter Games 16-year-old Jane Paterson, Bowmanville, added another medal to her large collection as a result of her second place standing in the judo competition at the Winter Games held recently in Sault Ste. Marie. Miss Paterson, who holds the brown belt in judo, won the silver medal in the Ladies Youth Open category on February 15th. She has been a member of the Maple Leaf Judo Club for the past nine years and teaches her techniques to 17 fellow students at the Bowmanville High School every Wednesday afternoon. - Photo by Liz Armstrong CANADIAN CLUB SPEAKER The guest speaker at the Men's Canadian Club on March 3 will be the Assistant Crown Attorney for the County of Ontario, M. Neil McCrank, B.Sc., LL.B. The meeting will be held in the Newcastle United Church beginning with dmner aL 6:30 SEARCH FOR DOG -On Thursaay, a large black and brown dog, possibly part German Shepherd bit an eight-year-old child in the Hunt St. area. The child's skin was broken and a search is on for the dog to make certain it doesn't have rabies. So far, it hasn't been located. Anyone with information on the dog should phone Mrs. Sweetman 623-3656. TOO PERFECT - It's amazing what they are doing with artificial flowers these days. On Valentine's Day, two local women received bouquets of roses and were surprised when they saw there was no water in the accom- panying vases. Both added water, placed them in a cool spot and thought nothing of it until talking to the donor who informed them the roses were made of silk. Embarrassing mom- ents. The flowers are lasting well, and even smell real. RELIEF FUND - Following a recent appeal by the Rev. Wesley Oake of Trinity for funds to help offset the disastrous effects of the Guatemalan earthquake, members of the congregation and others have donated more than $700 to date, for a commendable effort. It makes a great finale to Mr. Oake's ministry here which will conclude this Sunday when he preaches his last sermon before departing for a new ministry in London. NEW LIBERAL LEADER - Durham East Liberals are expected to be out in full force for the local association's annual meeting at East- dale Collegiate, Harmony Rd., Oshawa, this Thursday evening when the new provincial leader, Dr. Stuart Smith, will make his first appearance in the constituency at 7:30. As his schedule calls for him to speak to Durham West Liberals in Whitby at 8:45 the same night, the first meeting would do well to start on time. HOW THE OTHER HALF - Don't forget the Drama Workshop's big production this weekend when they present "How the Other Half Loves" at Bowmanville High School. Senior citizens will be admitted without charge on Thursday night. TRACK AND FIELD - The Legion's Track and Field club members took part in the Ont- ario Legion Indoor bantam and midget champ- ionships at the CNE grounds on Saturday, Feb. 14th, but didn't come up with any winners. Anyone interested in joining the club is asked to be at Bowmanville High School at 9 a.m. this Saturday. FANCY CARD - On Tuesday, a bit late, the Editor received a very fancy identification card from Ottawa that he can use to ride half fare on trains or street cars. Most theatres also honôr them, but the boys in the shop suggest he'd better get a doctor's clearance before he starts taking in some of the shows that are playing these.days, the old heart can only take so much. He figures he's got it made though, he collects the Old Age Pension, the Canada Pension and Family Allowance. Legîon speaking Contes f Ar C 38 Contes Onts by Bob Brown Public speaking seems to be very popular these days as shown Sunday, Feb. 22, when Branch 178 Royal Canadian Legion, Bowmanville, held their annual Public Speaking Contest. There were 38 contestants along with parents and inter- ested parties making an audience of about 110 at the worthwhile event,. Congratulations were ex- tended to all the winners, (Turn to Page 2) HAVE POOL COSTS READY Those who attend the meeting on Thursday, March 4th, will be told the estimated costs of the pro- posed indoor swimming pool in Bowmanville. 500 Attend Thinking Day Service St. John's Anglican Church was filled to overflowing on Sunday afternoon when local Scouts, Guides, Rovers, Brownies and Beavers observed 'Thinking Day' in honor of Lord and Lady Baden-Powell, the founders of the worldwide Scouting and Guiding movement. Rev. Tom Gracie officiated at the service which included a colorful flag procession at the front of the church. Photo by Liz Armstrong 40 Pages Numh~r R Seat Save iver In One of Four Crashes Need for New School Listed Top Prior ity Item Numhara