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8 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, October 6, 1976 Section Two Two hundred and seventy women of the United Church from the seven Presbyterials of the Bay of Quinte Confer- ence met recently for a weekend at Camp Quin-Mo- Lac near Tweed, Ontario. The Theme of the weekend was Bible Explorations Il Christian Living: Courageous and Contagious. Attractive informative posters prepared by the seven Presbyterials, of living in seven of the Third World Countries, decorated the dining hall. Mrs. Clifford Minifie, Cold Springs, Dean of the School presided at all sessions and kept the entire weekend on schedule. Mrs. M.D. Brownlee, Kings- ton, leadership development chairman of Conference U. C.W. was the chief co- ordinator in the planning and carrying out of the program. A varied supply of interest- ing and informative literature as well as United Church crest, jewellery was intro- duced by literature secretary Mrs.. Kenneth, Weaver, Stir- ling, ably assisted by Miss Verna Hill yard of Dis- tribution Services, Toronto. Interest was so great PtRESTr SA Y OLKS W/HO'VE G/lVEN IT THEf TEST1 IN Francis Tennant Fuels R. R. 1, Orono, Ont. 983-5693 NEWS the $1,751.0 was received by the sale of literature. Enthusiastic singing of songs both old and new was a feature of the weekend under the leadership of Mrs. D.W. McKendry, Glenbourne. On Friday evening 5 minute "Let's Laugh" presentations were made by the seven Preshyterials. These were hilarîous and each had actual- ly happened within the re- spective Presbyterials. Friday night vespers were conducted hy the Assistant Dean, Mrs. Glen Howes, Parham, basing her thoughts on faith. Each camper receivr ed an acorn to remind us in the months ahead that our faith can grow as the little acorn grows to be the mighty oak. Mrs. B.J, Klassen, Kings- ton, led us in our offering worship and dedication as the offering of $504.00 was receiv- ed for the Sabel Project in the Sabara Desert of West Africa, througb the world develop- ment service and relief fund. This area has suffered exten- sively from. a prolonged drougbt. A group of Counsellors in various stages of their camp- ing experience, made their witness as eacb told of the best thing that had happened to them during summers at camp with the children of our conference. Later they led in five separate campfire pro- grams. The theme speaker was Rev. Gordon C. Hunter, Toronto, whobased each of bis four addresses on Christian Living: Courageous and Contagious. 1. As a Christian are we willing to listen to one another; admit a mistake; admit your need of other people; grant freedom to your loved ones at home and at church. 2. Let us forgive others al- ways; let us be enthusiastic about our faith. 3. Christianity is invitational. Come and follow me. 4. Christianity is good news. It is what Christmas is all about and at the heart of our faith is OZITE STYLE TONES an empty tomb. God does not want us to be servants, but sons and daughters. Let us all return to out homes and live and work and witness. The communion service pre- ceding Sunday morning breakfast, and following wor- ship to start the day at the lakeshore, was conducted by Rev. Hunter and was another of the spiritual highlights of the weekend. The 1976 School was truly a weekend of fellowship, joy, enlightment and dedication. The Dean for the 1977 school will be Mrs. Glen Howes, Parbam. Rpor During the past week the Ontario Provincial Police at Newcastle investigated 20 motor vehicle collisions and over 100 general occurrences. These 20 accidents resulted in injury to 4 persons and investigations have resulted in 5 persons being cbarged under the Highway Traffic Act. The general occurrences included offences such as break and enter, theft, wilful damage and assault. As a result of investigations into these occurrences 4 persons have been charged with offen- ces against the Criminal Code. Other charges this week included 5 impaired driving clarges and 6 offences against the Liquor Licence Act. Bicycles are Vebicles ATTENTION PARENTS! If your child rides a bicycle, make sure it's always in safe mechanical condition .. . and is ridden according to the rules. Remember, a bicycle is a vehicle, not a toy. C.J. Strachan, No. 5202 Community Services Officer During the week of Septem- ber 26 to October 3, 1976 the Provincial Police at Newcas- tle investîgated 20 motor vehicle collisions and over 100 general occurrences. The 20 collisions included 10 property damage accidents P ICI OnIy $6.« SQ. YARD SAVE OVER $2.00 SQ. YD. 5 colors to choose from - 99 x 12' Room Size $81.00 ECONOTE NDOOR/OUTDOOR (Rubber Back) 6 Colors to choose from Oly $329 SQ. YARD 9' x 12' Room Size $39.48 PROFESSIONAL APPLICATORS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST McGREGOR HARDWARE and 10 personal injury acci- dents. The personal injury accidents resulted in the injury of 14 persons and 1 death. Investigation into the 20 motor vehicle collisons have, resulted in 9 persons being charged under the Highway Traffic Act and 2 persons being charged with Impaired driving. The 117 general occurrences included investigations into Criminal Code offences such as Break, Enter and Theft, Wilful Damage, Theft and Assault. The investigations have resulted 'in 5 persons being charged under the Criminal Code of Canada. Driving Tip Pedestrians and Traffie Pedestrians! When you're on foot and want to cross the street. . always walk to an intersection to cross. . . Don't try crossing in the middle of the block. Pedestrains who cross against red traffic lights, or who go out into traffic from between parked cars, are gambling with safety. Remember . . . when on foot in traffic, don't take chances. A pedestrian is NO match for an automobile! Be a RE D CROSS Blood Donor Bowmanville Girl Guides Enjoy Bus Trip to Bowmanville Girl Guides Enjoy Bus Trip to Pennsylvania on hand to record the eveit in spite of the early hour. Recently, this group of Girl Guides and their leaders left Someone was supposed to send in a report of their visit, but to Memorial Park at seven o'clock in the morning for a bus trip date all has been quiet, although we hear that they had a to Pennsylvania that lasted several days. The Statesman was great time. VETERANS, EX-SERVICE PERSONNEL and DEPENDENTS "OPEATION SERVICE ay Offera Golden Opportunity MA Y R ETITLE toon ALLOWNCEor PES O Branches of The Royal Canadian Legion will be conducting house-to-house visits within the next few weeks, to enquire if veterans, ex-service personnel or dependents are aware of their rights and privleges under the Veterans Charter. Please greet these visitors warmly. This is a coast-to-coast campaign of The Royal Canadian Legion's Golden Anniversary Year 1926- 1976. Should you be out when the "Operation Service" volunteer calls, a card and report form will be left at your address. If relative, please fil out promptly and return to the Legion Branch indicated for your area. If you know of any needy veteran, ex-service person or dependant in your area, also kindly contact the Legion Branch. Royal Canadian Legion Zone F-i Branch 178 Bowmanville Branch 43 Oshawa - Dial 723-4511 Dial 623-9032 Branch 152 Brooklin Branch 322 Ajax - Dial 683-7811 Dial 655-9920 Branch 112 Whitby Branch 170 Uxbridge Dial 668-9028 Dial 852-9972 Branch 419 Port Perry Branch 483 Claremont Dial 985-3218 Dial 649-9911 Branch 606 Boy Ridges - Dial 839-2990 Di