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The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville. Mlarch 10, 1976 5 Recommend Cutbacks on Homes for the Elderly The three homes for the aged within the region of Durham may have to bear the burden of the latest cutbacks recommended for the social service department by region- al council. In an attempt to make approximately $1.1 million in overall cutbacks to the region- al budget, the finance com- mittee has instructed the social services committee to reduce their 1976 department budget by $200,000. Social Service Commission- er Doug Johns was asked to have recommendations ready by March il indicating where further cuts could be made in the department's budget. The 5.5 per cent ceiling on increases in spending imposed by the provincial government has been cleared by the finance committee in the departments of day care, family counselling and gen- eral welfare assistance. But the department is still facing a $232,000 shortfall in the budget of the homes for the aged. General welfare assistance has already been cut down $500,000, further cuts in day care facilities would be impossible and staff cuts in family counselling have already been reduced to the minimum expenditure level, Mr. Johns said. "The only alternative is to reduce the homes for the aged budget, and reduce expend- itures over the 5.5 per cent ceiling," he said. Coun. Ken Matheson (Pick- ering) recommended that $185,000 be eut from the homes for the aged budget, a sum that was covered by the provincial government before the 5.5 per cent ceiling on spending was imposed. . The provincial government usually pays 80 per cent and the municipality pays 20 per cent of the costs involved in supporting the various region- al departments. If the budgets of the regional government are kept within the 5.5 per cent spending ceiling, the province will cover the costs as it usually does. Mr. Matheson has suggested that if his proposal was recommended, the $15,000 eut that would still be needed to meet the 5.5 per cent ceiling could be made in the general welfare budget. Mr. Johns told the commit- tee on March 4 that since it would be impossible to reduce food and medication costs for the elderly, staff cuts may îmU ois) i. S ss * L have to be made in order to meet the ceiling imposed by the province. But the old age homes are already operating with a minimum number of staff, he said. "It would be suicide if staff cuts were introduced," he said. Regional Chairman Walter Beath said cuts to the homes for the aged budget would have to be made in the area of fringe benefits. Bus excursions for senior citizens and children in day care centres, costly entertain- ment and hairdressing ser- vices were three areas the could be eut out of the budget, Mr Beath suggested. LONG SAULT Mr. and Mrs. Sidney. Corn- ish, Misses Mary and Wendy Cornish were Sunday supper guests of Mr. and Mrs. Gerry Cornish, Shannon and Ken celebrating Mrs. Sidney Corn- ish's birthday. Mr. and Mrs. George Tozer and Chris, Oshawa; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Clifford, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Baker and Pamela Burketon were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Baker and boys. Glad to report Mrs. G. Kovacs is much improved from her bout of pneumonia and expects to be home from hospital some time this week and to our south line corres- pondent Mrs. R. Gibson who has also been in hospital, a speedy recovery. Sympathy of the community is expressed to the sisters and brother of the late Ray Degeer, Haydon who passed away.recently. Miss Ruth Baker entertain- ed a number of her girl friends Saturday afternoon cele- brating her birthday. YELVERTON Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wilson spent last week-end with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Beggs and Chrystal at Port Elgin. Mrs. Floyd Stinson was a patient in Peterborough Hos- pital this week for tests to determine and correct a health problem. Mr. and Mrs. Terry Mal- colm and Todd spent a few days this week with former Guelph collegemates - Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Andringa near London, Ont. Miss Candice Malcolm re- turned home from Florida on Saturday brown as a berry and reports a pleasant holi- day. Congratulations to the Grandview Sr. girl's basket- ball team and their coaches who came in second on Saturday at the tournament held at LE. Weldon. Well done gals. Friends and former neigi- bours of Mrs. Oscar MeQuade formerly of Cadmus, extended sympathy to Mr. MeQuade The marriage of Susan Jean Ball of Orono to Leslie Hrebicek took place in Orono United Church, Saturday, February 14, 1976. Rev. Basil E. Long was the officiating clergyman. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth J. Ball, R.R. 1, North Orono. The groom is the son of Mrs. Rosa Farsky of Toronto and Mr. John Hrebicek of Brati- slava, Czechoslovakia. The bride given in marriage by her father wore a full- length white matte jersey gown. Margaret Santo, Oshawa was maid of honour and Mrs. Marion Stapleton, Oshawa was bridesmaid. Mr. Andrew Cutz of Toronto acted as best Man and Mr. Howard Stapleton of Oshawa was the usher. Master Kenneth Mercer of Hampton nephew of the bride was ring bearer. The wedding reception was held in the Orono United Church Hall followed by a social evening at the home of the bride's parents. Prior to the marriage the bride was hosted at a number of showers given by: 1. nursing friends from Womens College Hospital, Toronto; 2 Kirby Community shower; 3. relative shower by Mrs. Rena Pears and Mrs. Lynda Ishii; 4. relative shower by Mrs. Phyllis Cruess, Mrs. Neta Alldred, Mrs. Valerie Barker; 5. miscellaneous shower by Mrs. Mary Santo and daugh- ter Margaret and Mrs. Marion Stapleton; 6. cup and saucer shower by Mrs. Diane Neal. The couple honeymooned in Hawaii. Upon their return the newly- weds will reside in Toronto, BLACKSTOCK Sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Degeer and family on the untimely passing of Harry's brother of Tyrone last week. Also sym- pathy to Oscar MeQuade and family on the passing of Mrs. McQuade last week. Mr. and Mrs. McQuade were long-time residents of Cartwright. Many from the community attended the College Royal at Guelph University over the weekend. Congratulations to Miss Michelle Robinson who grad- uated from Career Canada, Toronto as a Dental Assistant. Mr. and Mrs. Cam Robinson and Mr. Dave Adams attended and family in her passing this past week. On Thursday afternoon, March 4th, Yelverton U.C.W. enjoyed the hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Malcolm for their monthly meeting. The meeting was presided by Mrs. Alan Howe, Vice-Pres., in the absence of President Mrs. Murray Malcolm. Following the Ode, Mrs. Janet Spenceley chaired the Devotional por- tion. The Roll call was answered by a gift for a future bazaar. The minutes of previous meeting was read by Secre- tary Mrs. Fred Stacey. The Treasurers Report was pro- vided by Treasurer Janet Spenceley and the Flower Report by Isabelle Wilson. Discussion was centered on the catering for a spring wedding and the current quilting bees in progress. The next meeting to be held at Mrs. Audrie Browns on April lst. Mrs. Eileen Malcolm and Mrs. Brenda Malcolm were the hostesses for the delicious meal. Mrs. Art Rowan showed slides of her recent Bermuda trip. BETHANY Weekend guests with Mrs. Irene MacDonald were Mr. and Mrs.' Cecil Hughes of Toronto. Sunday visitors were Mr. and Mrs. Roy Ferren of Cavan. Sympathy is extended to the family, relatives of the late Mrs. Roy Allan (Gladys). The Bethany Fire Dept. held a very successful dance on GET CASH TODAY FOR OLD APPLIANCES THROUGH STATESMAN CLASSIFIED CALL 623-3303 ** ** ***** the Graduation Exercises. Mr. Tom Horton is spending a week .with relatives at Simcoe. Glad to report that Susan Fisher is showing improve- ment in the Oshawa Hospital. She is undergoing treatment for diabetes. Miss Edna Larmer and Mrs. Harold Larmer returned home last week from an enjoyable holiday in Florida. Janis McLaughlin is in Oshawa Hospital where she is undergoing nose surgery. Congratulations to Barry VanCamp who placed a very close second at the Zone Public Speaking Contest at Uxbridge on Sunday. The first Saturday evening. The winner of the Smoke Detector was Mr Berry of Bowmanville. (Sorry, I didn't catch the first name). The music for the dance was supplied by Mr. Ken Hum and the Fugitives from Omemee. Bowling The mixed league results for this week are as follows: Ladies High Single - Diane Wilson; Mens High Single - Steven McGill; Ladies Hi gh Triple - Diane Wilson; Mens High Triple - Steven McGill. Games over 200 - Vi Little, 233; Ann Englesman, 230; Bill Stasiack, 218; Fred Marshall, 216; Art Stewart, 214; Lewis Neals, 204; Marilyn McGill, 204; Pieter Englesman, 203. Congratulations Steven, on the first game over 300 this year in the league. "Alotof home- owners are pleased at what they can save with State Farn insurance.' coes e me. Dirk Brinkman R. R. 1 Scugog St. Bowmanville, Ont. 623-3621 Lia good nior, [Li state F .rn i thr STATE FARM FIRE AN CASIALY COMPANY two speakers were so close that a speak-off was required to determine the first prize. Good work, Barry. Bob Horton and Mrs. Tom Horton, Wayne Robinson and his father Cam, Pat Johnston and his father Fred, Roger Gould and Mrs. Donna Gould spent the weekend at Meaford to attend a Hockey Tourna- ment as membefs of the Port Perry Legion Pee Wee Team. They won 2 games and lost 2 games and each boy received a bronze medallion as a momento of the weekend. Julie Bryant entertained a number of girl friends to a slumber party last weekend to celebrate her ninth birthday. On Sunday her parents Mr. and Mrs. George Bryant hosted a family gathering in Julie's honour. U.C.w. Mrs. Joan Thompson was hostess for the March meeting of the Evening Unit of the U.C.W. The date of our meeting was changed to the first Wednesday of each month. Our President Beth Schryburt opened the meeting and gave several announce- ments. Yarn was given to anyone who wishes to knit for "Save the Children" Fund. We are to keep in mind that articles are needed for the bazaar which will be held at Blackstock Fair in August. Judi Mountjoy introduced the guest speaker Mrs. Dora Martyn who capably demon- strated the art of pizza making. Pat Gracy gave a devotional on "Seeds We Cultivate". A tasty pizza was enjoyed by all. Miss Leanna McLoy of Malton was a weekend guest of Mr. and Mrs.' Bob Bryans and family. Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Bryans were Mr. and Mrs. Scott Essery and girls of Courtice, Laura Lee Parris, Mr. and Mrs. Luke Proutt and Kim, all of Bowmanville, Mr. and Mrs. Alf Tomchishin, Danny and Karen of Port Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Roger LaFontaine and John of Blackstock, Mr. Ken Smith, Mr. Russell Essery, Mr. and Mrs. Merv Bayley and girls, all of Oshawa. This gathering was an ,early cele- bration of Nancy and Bob's upcoming wedding anniver- sary. Congratulations to Howard Bailey and Kevin Ferguson, both pupils of Linda Kyte who received honours on their recent Grade 11 music exam- ination. Blackstock Women's Institute The Blackstock Women's Institute held their March meeting on Wednesday at the Community Hall. The meeting was opened after a delicious dessert luncheon with President Mae Shortridge in the chair. The minutes were read and ädopt- ed. Mrs. Harold McLaughlin, convenor of Agriculture intro- duced the guest speaker, Mr. Ken Graham who spoke to us on the Maple Syrup Industry - an industry that has been abandoned locally. It was a very timely topic in March. Mr. Graham told how very much in demand .the maple products are. He makes syrup and described the activities of the Ontario Maple Syrup Association of which he is a member. Following the speaker the roll call, "Name a famous person who was born on a farm" was taken. 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