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PINOCCHIO'S e 24" MAGGIE DOLL °0 %.* Pram by Thistle Reg. $24.95 Now$19.95e Just Arrived From Engla nd.BABY WALKER WITH BLOCKS $19.95 TALKING ROARY LIONandYUM-YUM BEAR Special $9.95 From Europe SOFTCUDDLYDOLLS with Sleepy Eyes. Reg. $14.95 For $9.95 IMPORTEDHIGH CHAIRS Reg. $9.95 for $6.99 or Reg. $14.95 for $9.95 LEGOSPECIAL No. 7 483 Pieces SPECIAL $17.95 For Better Toys Both Big and Small Shop IPINOCCHIO'S in the MIDTOWN MALL OSH AWA By Rod Stork, Assoc. Agricultural Representative Winter Storage of Farm Machinery Each spring when field work begins, many farmers have problems initially with their equipment. They know that they looked over the equip- ment during the winter months to check for any problems, so they are not sure why the equipment should be causing downtime in the spring. In many cases, the answer is improper storage of farm machinery. Improper storage of equipment over the winter can result in costly deterioration of parts. Proper storage of machinery is im- portant, especially when the cost of equipment today is so high. Leaving a tractor, com- bine or any other piece of machinery in storage over the winter months, without proper preparation, can cause deter- ioration to chains, bearings, drive belts, batteries, shafts and rings. Leaves, husks, chaff and dust left inside the equipment over the winter hold mositure and promote rusting of shafts, bearings and sheet metal. Farmers should be sure to clean all equipment and machinery after it is used in the, fal. During the cleaning process, it is advisable to check the machine for worn parts, as well, and prepare a list of replacement parts that will be needed, so they can be ordered during the winter season and before the rush Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, December 15, 1976 begins. Farmers are also advised to check their owner's manuals, or check with theid equipment dealers to obtain specific information on winter storage for their particular equipment. In conjunction with this, a farm machinery maintenance course will be held in the county starting on Wednes- day, January 26th and running for 5 or 6 consecutive weeks. This course will be held at county machinery dealers and farm workshops throughout Durham. Subject areas will include: hydraulics, electrical systems, bearings, general maintenance and a look at a good farm workshop. We have a number of farmers who have already indicated interest in taking this course, and if you would be interested, please get in touch with the Agricul- tural Office before Christmas, so we can put your name down and send you the proper information. There will be a small enroment charge to cover incidental expenses of this course. As well, we are planning on holding a Com- bine Clinic sometime in the early spring to look specific- ally at proper maintenance and adjustment of combines and so, if you are interested in this course, we would apprec- iate hearing from you as soon as possible. At present over a dozen people nave said they wished to attend this Clinic, so we would urge you to get in touch with us as soon as possible if you want to take part. 1977-78' Tile Drainage Program It was announced recently by Agriculture and Food Minister, William J. Newman, that the government of Ontar- io' will provide $18,000,000 to municipalities for tile drain- age loans in 1977-78'. The interest rate for these loans will remain the same as in 1976-'77 at 6 per cent. As was the case last year, the amount to be allocated to each Municipality will be deter- mined on a pro rata basis calculated on the amounts borrowed by each municipal- ity during the previous three years. For the purpose of this calculation, the figures to be used for 1976-77 is the amount a municipality would have borrowed if government re- straints had not curtailed the total amount of money avail- able for the tile drainage loan program. Mr. Newman also an- nounced the municipalities would be notified early in December of the exact a- mount to be allocated to them and a small special fund will be set aside for those munici- palities that did not make loans during the past three years under the program. We would urge farmers who are thinking about undertaking tile drainage work in 1977, to ~1 the co-operators LAKRY AUSTIN These are just two of our Representatives who can take care of aIl your Insurance Needs LIFE - FIRE - AUTO - R.R.S.P. Give us a cail or Drop in to see us 600 KING ST. E. 728-1661 Receives Friendship Plaque from England During Legion Branch 178's general meeting on Thursday, November 25th, a special Friendship plaque was presented to Branch President Stan Dunn by Irene Hulme on behalf of members of the Royal British Legion, Boothstown Branch 984 in England. President Dunn adknowledged the gift with an expression of sincere appreciation. get in touch with their municipality sometime after the first of the new year to find out what monies will be available under the Tile Drainage Loan Program. If you would like further inform- ation on this program, or tile drainage, get in touch with the Agricultural Office and we can have our Agricultural Engineer meet with you to discuss your requirements. Ontario Agricultural College Conference Dates The Ontario Agricultural College Conference '77 will be held in Guelph from January 4-6. This Annual Conference sponsored jointly by the On- tario Agricultural College and the Ontario Ministry of Agri- culture and Food, will be held at the University of Guelph Campus. The Conference will include topics of interest to producers, consumers and members of the Agri-business community. The Conference will take a look at some areas that need further discussion such as a National Food Policy questions, effects of Air Pollution on Agriculture and Land Use on the farm. The opening day of the conference will feature three programs running concurrent- ly and these are decision making about land use jon the farm, air pollution in agricul- ture and the poultry industry school. Of note on the program regarding land use is that in the afternoon, Mayor Garnet Rickard of the Town of Newcastle will be speaking on the topic: Agriculture in a Competitive Rural-Urban Set- ting". The second day will feature discussions on the need for a National Food Policy. Speakers will present the views of consumers, producers and the govern- ment. Corn production will be the subject for another day program on January 5. The final day of the Conference will deal with the topie, "Forages Today as Feed and Cash Crops" such things as harvesting techniques, stor- age and current concepts in production will be discussed. Registration for the O.A.C. Agricultural Conference is free, and further information about the program can be obtained from the Agricultur- al Office in Bowmanville, or by contacting the University of Guelph. This has developed into an excellent program over the years and we would urge local farmers to plan on attending, who are interested in specific parts of the program. Holiday Office Hours We would like to point out to those people making use of the services of the Agricultural Office in Bowmanville of the office hours during the Christ- mas and New Year's holiday season. The Agricultural of- fice in Bowmanville will be closed on Monday and Tue- day, December 27 & 28 and on Monday, January 3. Regular office hours will be observed during the remainder of the holiday season. LADIES BOWLING (Intended for last week) Top ten averages- Sharlene DeHart 226, Donna Harness 225, Jackie Braybrook 217, Judy Bragg 210, Dot Bridger 2v8, Nancy Evans 206, Wendy Maynard 205, Helen Depew 204, Marilyn Flintoff 203, Nancy Welsh 201. Team standing- Sharlene DeHart 26 points, Onie Etcher 23, Donna Harness 21, Dot Bridger 20, Jackie Braybrook 20, Shirley Davis 18, Nancy Evans 17/2, Flo Land 17, Minnie Taylor 16, June Baker 13, Georgie Taylor 12/, Judy Bragg 12. High triple- Marion Brooks 740. High single- Shirley Davis 296. SOLINA W. The Solina Women's Insti. tute again held a Christmas Pot Luck supper in the Hall. The West group, under Mrs. Ralph Davis and Mrs. Tom Baker were in charge. The meeting took place on Dec. 8th and other ladies of the community and 4-H girls were guests. The Hall looked very festive with the traditional decorations put there by the Hall Board. Many of the ladies "dressed up".' for the occasion. The supper in the Lower Hall turned out to be more like a banquet than Pot Luck. The tables were very attractive with Christmas Centre. The variety of casseroles and desserts made us all gasp and we found it hard to choose which to take. They were all so delectable! When we couldn't eat a bite more all were invited upstairs for the pro- gram. Mrs. Berniece Watson, Pre- sident, was in charge of the opening. After welcoming all, especially the guests, she asked Mrs. R. Davis to act as chairman for the program. Mrs. Davis called on Mrs. C. Langmaid and Mrs. D. Taylor for a Sing Song of Christmas Carols. This set the mood of all. Our 4-H girls have just completed a club on 'Leisure Activities'. An attractive dis- play gave us suggestions on pleasant hobbies for us to do in our spare time. Susan Best, drew our attention to each article in the display and pointed out others in the poster background. There was a picture painted, a purse of needlepoint, a book on Solina to read, a terrarium, knitting, quilting, music and many other crafts described. Susan did an excellent job and her voice and expression demonstrated her lively en- thusiasm. Mrs. John Knox made her usual excellent job of the Motto of the evening "The 3R's in Home Training Re- spect, Reverence and Res- ponsibility". She said we must respect each others talent even if we are only a good shopper. We can, by our example, show children how to treat others. In our com- munity, Mrs. Knox mentioned how our young people are assuming their responsibil- ities by being active in so many ways. Because we have leaders, teachers and dutiful parents we are proud of the way our young people are becoming responsible citi- zens. Mrs. Knox concluded her remarks by giving a poem on children watching for Santa Claus, giving a similarity to the Angels singing before Christ's birth. Colette, Annette and Paul- ine Taylor favoured with a musical trio. They have be- come very talented in hand- ling their special instruments. Their numbers were all to do with Christmas-1. Santa Claus is Coming to Town, 2. Happy Christmas Holiday and 3. Christmas Carol Suite. Their 4-H Course being completed, Pauline Taylor called the leaders to the front. Mrs. Larry Spires; Kathryn Knox and Faye Langmaid. Each was presented with a gift for their work in training the club. Catherine Baker read a poem, made up in humourous fashion like "A Visit from St. Nicholas". Her expression in giving this tells us to which family she belongs. Mrs. Tom Baker, Cather- ine's mother, then held us spell bound with a number of Christmas readings-The first- "The Gingham Dog and the Calico Cat", "What is Christ- mas?", "Christmas is Love", "A Country Man's Christmas" and "The Shepherds Tale". This concluded the program part of the evening. Mrs. Davis thanked all who took part. Mrs. Watson conducted a short business session. Mrs. Helen Millson gave the min- utes and treasurer's report. A letter of appreciation from Grant Best was read, thanking our W.I. for the Silver Tray, we gave him for achieving 18 4-H clubs. Mrs. Stanley Millson read a' very interesting letter from her new daughter-in-law, Lin- da, thanking our W.L for the chair and table set and money given to Glen and Linda on the occasion of their wedding. The children at Solina School are putting on a Christmas concert in the Hall. on Dec. 21 at 7:30 sharp. We should all go and see what these handicapped children can do. Mrs. C. Langmaid was asked to perform a pleasant duty-This fall we had 3 of our 4-H girls win Provincial Hon- ours-they are Faye Langmaid, Catherine Baker and Donna Hancock. They were called to the front to receive presenta- tions of silver sugar and creamers on a tray. Mrs. Watson and Mrs. Langmaid were leaders of these girls first club. Mrs. Watson assist- ed in the presentation. Each of the girls were delighted and expressed their "Thank You's' to the leaders and W.I. ladies. Mrs. Bruce Tink reported on McGregor Ban toms Solid Defensively purchases she has made for Christmas gifts to Louise Baker. Mrs. Watson is trying to get more W.I tea towels to sell to our members. Baker's Group were now in charge for another pleasant duty-Mrs. Wesley Hills was spokesman for this. She called on Miss Peggy Millson to be seated at the front. Peggy, who is now a doctor, expects to be married soon, and will not likely be in this area. Doris Hills read a very fitting address to Peggy and then asked her to accept our gifts of a card table and chair set along with dainty table cloth and serviettes. Peggy replied with grateful thanks. Special guests with Peggy were her aunt Mrs. Ella Taylor and Mrs. Legg, Peg- gy's mother-in-law to be. Each of these along with Mrs. Helen Millson, Peggy's mother, were given special Christmas corsages. Mrs. Vi Ashton asked the ladies what we wished to do with the extra Christmas cards and wrappings left over from our Regal Order. It was decided to donate these to Solina School children. Our Roll Call, "My Favour- ite Roll as a Homemaker" was the concluding part of the meeting. An offering of a White Gift of Money for Charity was taken. Over fifty had enjoyed a really lovely evening. We closed with "The Queen". Thank you to all who in any way assisted with our Christ- mas Meeting especially the West Group. "Merry Christ- mas to all. Ne xthome game Dec. 18, 8:00 p.m. at D.S\.C., On Dec. 4 at Darlington % Sports Centre, the McGregor IDA Bantam Toros had one of their bestdefensive efforts of u the season by beating Port Perry 3-0. This was a solid Doudous team effort from goaltending out Nutritious All forwards backchecked well and the defense was at its S hitting best. Mark Doyle had Oni his usual sound game in goal and deserves full credit for the shutout, but the sound check- ing of his teammates must not be overlooked. This was a chippy encounter At your door as the Toros picked up six penalties and the visitors, eleven, which did not help their cause.iyU tr ther cuse ~At your store Dale Broome scored first assisted by Andy Paton. Then Dennis Simpson scored on a F ITS solo effort and late in the game Grant Brock fired one high into the net on a niée set up from Brian Canfield. The McGregor boys have certainly showed an improve- R e ment winning their last 4 straight, but only team effort T'S GOOD will enable winning to contin- ue. Patrick G. Deegan D.T. DENTURE THERAPY CLINIC formerly knownas BOWMANVILLE DENTURE CLINIC has moved to a new location 36 KINý ST. W. BOWMANVILLE 623-4473 Agricultural News EAST MALL