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Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, December 2, 1998 - i1 Clubs A Orcjanizations Newcastle Ratepayers Assoc. The regular meeting was held on Thursday, November 26, in the Lions Room at the Community Hall. The meet- ing was called to order at 7:35 p.m. by Chairman Willie Woo, who welcomed the 26 people in attendance. The minutes of the Oct. 22, regular meeting were read and approved on motion by David Rickard, seconded by Ruth Bonathan. Carried. Dennis Schmiegelow, introduced Mr. Charles Packer, site Vice President of Darlington Nuclear Hydro Station, and a resident of Newcastle, residing on Bellwoods Dr. with Alison, his wife for 21 years. They have 2 children, Dominic, 20, at University, and Hazel, at home. Mr. Packer stated that there has been immense changes to the economy over the past 25 years, with the trend to larger companies or conglomerates. Today, Ontario Hydro produces about 85% of the provinces needs, by the year 2010, as a result of deregulation, and, or privatization, will only be able to supply about 35%, the rest being supplied by indepen- dent companies or utilities. Ontario Hydro will be split up into separate companies such as generating, and transmis- sion companies, and in order to survive will possibly have to expand in other countries such as the U.S.A. Today, Hydro makes payments to governments in lieu of taxes, but, with the coming changes, governments will more than likely be looking at a property tax. At present, Darlington buys locally where possible, thus helping the economy of the area. Mr. Packer was thanked by Pauline Storks. The Secretary read a letter from Councillor John Mutton regarding the concerns of Providence Shaws Women's Institute, which are as fol- lows, speeding on Toronto St.; additional speed limit signs will be placed on Toronto St., to encourage compliance with the 50 km/hr. speed zone. Elimination of 2 parking spaces on the north side of King St. at North St. to facil- itate the new GO-Bus stop. Early in November, addition- al pavement markings were added to discourage parking. The location will continue to be monitored and additional signage or enforcement may be required. Chairman Willie reported that he hope to have the cairn completed in the next two weeks. Nominations, Executive will get a committee moving. Treasurer Murray Paterson is accepting 1999 Dues. Brenton Rickard stated that, he heard on good authority, that the Municipality of Clarington was maintaining the 401 interchange at Liberty St. Moved by Brenton Rickard, second by Carl Good that Secretary write Clarington Council requesting the same for the 401 and Mill St. inter- change. Carried. Adjournment at 9:05 p.m. Bowmanville Museum News MUSEUM RAFFLE Time is running out to buy a ticket for our fundraising raffle. This years' prizes are: lst Prize: A Watercolour of the Museum by Bernice Harper. 2nd Prize: A Handmade Teddy Bear by Carol Anderson. 3rd Prize: A One Year Museum Membership. The prizes this year are excellent. The painting is nicely framed and Mrs. Harper emphasized our new flower beds. The painting was sponsored by the Kaitlin Group. The bear by Carol Anderson is done in an old- style and even has an antique doll's dress on. The raffle will be held at 3 p.m., December 6th, during our Edwardian Christmas Open House. Tickets are $1 each and are available at the Museum and select stores on King Street. KAITLIN GROUP We now have new Museum t-shirts and golf shirts. These shirts were printed by David Gillespie using the Maureen Remington print of the Museum. Both shirts are 100% cotton. The 'T's' are beige with a green design. The golf shirts are grey with a small green design in the upper left corner. T-shirts are $10.95 and golf shirts are $16.95. They would make great stocking stuffers. These shirts were made with the generous financial support of the Kaitlin Group. We also have Museum bags and full aprons still available. These are beige with a navy blueine drawing of the Museum on them. Bags are $4.99 and aprons are $14.95. A.P. TAPES Don't forget to save your A.P. tapes for the "Friends of the Bowmanville Museum." They use the tapes as a fundraiser for various pro- jects. The "Friends" have, amongst their many projects, recovered chairs and sofas, redecorated various rooms, installed new drapes, collect- ed dolls for the Museum's famous doll collection, and purchased the silverware in the dining room. Tapes can be left at the Museum office. ARCHIVES The "Goodyear: Bowmanville Plant" Archives have been very active this year. Through our Archives we have been able to assist many individuals researching their family trees or local his- tory. Historical material has been provided to the Bowmanville Business centre for their publication "The Downtowner," and their new web page; The Friends of Bowmanville Group for their murals; various local papers, and many school and com- munity groups. We strive to keep the Archives a valuable and usable resource for the community. Lois Whitfield, our Archive volunteer, has finished the monumental job of sorting our old newspapers and con- tinues to assist on research. We recently acquired a copy of Marriage Registers for our area from 1810 to 1855. These will be an invaluable resource for many researchers, particularly since they cover an early time period where information is scarce. The books are typed and easy to read, although not in alphabetical order. (continued page 13) Candie & Angel Shoppe Grand Openingl Friwlay Dec. 4ik 10am - lOpm *Beautiful Candy Candies *Handmade Pillowcase Angels *Soap from Elora Soap Factory Angel prints by Sybelle Rett •Original Witches' Balis/Friendship Flowers by Kevin Gray 59 Mill Street North Newcastle (905)987-2234