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Spotlight on David Brown Graduates The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, August 17, 1983 3 ■41"- I m ... tm / f y; f J - by Donna Fairey 3n a few short days David Brown will board a jet for tfie land of the kangaroo aOd koala bear. He won't return return home, which is Brow- view Farms near Newcastle Village, for a solid year. ■The 16-year-old Bowmanville Bowmanville High School student wjll be the latest in a long line of area young people to take a 12 month sabbatical abroad. David is the most recent Bowmanville Rotary exchange student. 'He's bound for Cobram, Australia, which is situated iri the state of Victoria, about 250 miles inland from tlie southeast coast. David will exchange Canada's, summer for Australia's winter. When he boards the plane on August 26th for his trans ocean flight, David will be a recognizable Canadian ambassador. Along with 40 other exchange exchange students heading for various destinations, he will be wearing a crimson red sport jacket, grey slacks and a white shirt. On the pocket of his Canada red jacket, is a yellow yellow crest identifying him as a Rotary exchange student. It is a small extra that other of the exchange students won't have. The crest was handmade and embroidered embroidered by David's grand- , mother, Grace White, a resident resident of BowmanVille's Vel-' tri Complex. When hë settles in with his first Australian host family, he should feel right at home. At least for awhile, David will be living on a 150 acre dairy farm. Considering Considering he has been raised at Browview farms, a 425 acre spread on Hwy Two west of Newcastle, there should be a number of comfortable similarities in lifestyle. David points out, however, however, that during his year in Australia, he will be living with several • different families - perhaps as high as one dozen. He expects that many of the host situations situations won't be in a rural setting. setting. He looks upon the rural-urban' mixture with a certain degree of en thusiasm, anticipating the exposure to both may sethis mind about the future. At this point, David says he leans toward a career in farming, however, he hasn't altogether ruled out the study oHaw. _ _ The young man, who will be enrolling in grade 11 in Australia, says the full impact impact of the impending trip hasn't yet sunk in. David claims he will likely be away from home for a month before the full realization' that he won't see family and community for 12 months hits him. "I think I'll be kept too busy to be homesick," he stated. David says he was inspired inspired to apply for a Rotary exchange student appointment appointment based on a general exposure exposure to the program. His uncle, Rotarian Merrill Brown and his family, have hosted exchange students in the past, giving David an opportunity to assess the scope of the program. And personal associations with a string 'of exchange students students locally was ultimately responsible for his move to seek acceptance himself. The personable young man, particularly articulate articulate for his years, believes the exchange will provide with him with an opportunity opportunity to expand his development development as a person. " I think a sense of self and other people will be expanded," he stated. Gerald and Shirley Brown, David's parents, won't simply be saying good-by to a son for a year. They'll be losing - by David's admission - a valuable valuable farm hand. Nonetheless the plans are set and David is excited about getting underway. The 22 hour flight to Australia Australia doesn't turn him off in the least. However, he has a minor regret. The CP Air jet on which he will be flying is scheduled to touch down for a fuel stop in Honolulu, Honolulu, Hawaii. Apparently the passengers are not permitted permitted to leave the airplane during the 90 minute pit stop. David may use the stopover time to ponder the adventure which he will embark upon when the plane sets down in Australia. Australia. Certainly one year down the road a young man with broadened horizons will retùrn to his family and community. Wilks - Lake Wedding STEVEN A. COLE Steven A. Cole, son of Bruce and Marilyn Cole, Bowmanville, Bowmanville, received his Bachelor of Science, Honours degree in Geography from Trent University, University, Peterborough, on June 3,1983. He plans to continue continue his education in the fall. SCOTTY'S COLLECTABLES antiques, collectables, gifts and knitwear Now Located EVERY SUNDAY at Oshawa Bazaar and Flea Market 727 Wilson Rd. S., Oshawa (2 Blocks south of Bloor St.) Fun for the whole family. CLOCA' Nature Outings C.L.O.C.A.'s 1983 Summer Program continues this week with more nature walks and slide and film presentations. Throughout the summer, nature walks at various local conservation areas will be held on Sunday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. and Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Meet us at the Conservation Authority office, 1650 Dundas Street East, Whitby (above Cher- ney's) or at the Area. If you do not choose to meet the guide at the area, please call the office Extra prints can express extra thoughtfulness. And that one-of-a-kind picture can mean so much to that someone p who cares. So show that you care. Order extra prints for your loved ones. Preserve that grand moment for Grandma (and Grandpa, too), Remember, we use quality Kodak paper (or a good look. someone 1 wftfiextra prints They'll love you back. 1 I I CLIP AND SAVE*SAVE*SAVE SPECIAL OFFER Reprints 450 each (Regular 650) Offer expires September 3U, 1903 I I I LANQE'S PHOTO LAB INC, '50 King St. E. 620-2568 Bowmanville ahead of time so he knows you're there, On Thursday, August 18, a nature walk will be held at Cedar Valley Conservation Area. The theme of the walk is trees. Come on out and learn the names of your favorites. We will meet at our office at 6:30 p.m. The diversity of pond life will be examined on a walk through Enniskillen Conservation Conservation Area on Sunday, August 21. We meet at our office at 1:00 p.m. A general nature walk will be held at Heber Down Conservation Area on Saturday, August 20. Films and slide presentations presentations are also a feature of our summer program. These are held at the Heber Down campsite campsite on Tuesday and Saturday evenings at 9:00 p.m. On August 20, "Your Conservation Conservation Authority" will be the subject of the slide presentation. presentation. On August 23, reptiles and amphibians are the topic discussed. Come on out and bring the family. For more information on these programs, or for a complete schedule, contact: Central Lake Ontario Conservation Conservation Authority, 1650 Dundas Street East, Whitby, Ontario, LIN 2K8 or phone (416) 579-0411. Office hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. GORDON WALLACE SYLVESTER Gordon Wallace Sylvester, son of Dr. and Mrs. Allan B. Sylvester of Bowmanville. graduated on June 6, 1983 from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor of Laws Degree. Gordon will be returning to the University of Western Ontario in September to study Dentistry. Police Briefs A man wielding a knife and threatening children in the area of Prospect Street, Bowmanville, last week was arrested and is being held in police ^custody. Brian Douglas Cowan, 28, of no fixed address has been charged with .possession .possession ofadangerqvS'weapon. He will appear in Bowmanville Bowmanville Court later this month. Durham Regional Police say it was only recently that Mr. Cowan was released from jail. He was serving a nine month sentence in connection connection with a dispute last year at Bowmanville's Castle Castle Hotel involving the use of a dangerous weapon. Someone apparently has an uncontrollable fetish for flags. Four residents of Bowmanville's west beach, Charles Follett, John Fox, Kate Stevenson and Gordon White, reported the theft of flags from their cottages last week. Durham Regional Regional Police are investigating investigating the incidents. The owner of Rekker Gardens Gardens just west of Bowmanville, Bowmanville, Richard Rekker, reported reported the theft of a 1980 GMC pick-up truck from his driveway sometime overnight overnight last Thursday. Police are looking into the incident. incident. Two guitars,. jewellery, tapes and a quantity of cash were stolen last week from a car belonging to Stephen Thajer of 63 Church Street, Bowmanville. The automobile automobile was parked at Delta Faucet in Bowmanville's Bowmanville's industrial park. Police say the value of the goods stolen is estimated at $2800. ;MMT** e fi mm 1 : u'. s ,« ■ 5/f T S'i WipSMiWtoÿ.y; jjç, . .., , v r, W* k J HOME OF THE FUEL ECONOMYJ2AEL MIDWAY DATSUN 1300 Dundas St, E., Whitby 668-6828 CONTESTANTS WANTED Queen of the Fair Competition Orono Fair September 8, 1983 Contestants must be 18 years or older by August 1, 1984: For more details and entry forms contact Norma Rcinsberry R.R. 2 Orono 983-9597 Durham Central Agricultural Society St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newcastle, was the scene of a lovely summer wedding on Saturday, July 16th, 1983, when Wendy Ann, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Lake, Orono, became the bride of Donald William Wilks, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Wilks, Newcastle. The Reverend Pat Herliney officiated at the double ring ceremony. The organist was Miss Elizabeth Araujo. Mr. Martin Lanigan read the Scripture readings during the wedding mass. The bride was given in marriage by her father, and wore a formal gown of polychiffon. polychiffon. The bodice and bishop sleeves featured embroidered Schiffli and Guipuire lace. Her A-line skirt ana train fell into scalloped tiers of chiffon ruffles and schiffli lace. To complete her ensemble the bride chose a side-swept Southern Bell hat trimmed in matching chiffon and schiffli lace. She carried a free fall . cascade of dqjicate portrait roses in white, complemented by trailing vinca vine with baby tiger lilies in rich burgundy, burgundy, with touches of lily of the valley and baby's breath. The matron of honour was Mrs. Therese Shaw, Port Hope. The bridesmaids were Mrs. Lynda Brandt, Oshawa, sister of the groom, Mrs. Pamela Baliski, Oshawa, and Miss Diane Fowler, Oshawa. They were identically gowned in formal gowns of burgundy poly-chiffon. Their chiffon jackets, with ruffled neckline and cuffs, were trimmed at the bodice in matching embroidered embroidered schiffli lace. They carried a dainty tear-drop cascade of shell pink portrait roses, mini trellis roses in pale burgundy complemented by touches of baby tiger lilies in rich burgundy and pink lace aga-blooms, with baby's breath. Bestman was Mike Wilks, Newcastle, brother of the groom and the ushers were Mark Lake, Orono, brother of the bride, Ted Martin, New castle and Rob Kidd, Newcastle. Newcastle. The groom and his attendants were dressed alike in grey prince tuxedos, with ruffled shifts and matching bow ties. The groom's boutonniere, boutonniere, was a single white rose and the attendants wore a pink single rose boutonniere. The bride and groom and their parents received the guests at the dance held at the Orono Community Center. The bride's mother chose a formal gown of sea spray polyester with a draped bodice edged in self-piping continuing over the shoulder into tiny straps. The skirt was highlighted highlighted by a draped chiffon overskirt. overskirt. The groom's mother wore a formal gown in romance blue chiffon. Her long-sleeved jacket, edged in tiny-pleated ruffles with a pleated peplum featured a deep V-neck revealing a pointed ruffle-trimmed bodice. The bride and groom left for a honeymoon in Cancun, Mexico, the bride wearing an antique white dress with navy blue accessories, and a pearl necklace, her gift from the groom. The groom chose a grey tweed jacket and navy blue slacks, and a diamond tie pin, a gift from the bride. Prior to her marriage, the bride was honoured at showers given by Mrs. Therese Shaw, held at Mrs. Becky Luke's house, Newcastle; Newcastle; Mrs. Lynda Brandt, held at the home of the groom's parents, Newcastle; and Mrs. Bonnie Roberts, Oshawa. The groom received a monetary monetary gift presented to him at a stag held in his honour at Brownsdale Community Center hosted by Rob Kidd. The bridal party and friends were entertained by the groom's parents at their home immediately following the rehearsal. The couple are now residing at 160 Elgin Street East, Oshawa; Ontario. McRobbie Photo DURHAM AGRI-NEWS Apple Report Released Our ancestors knew eating an apple a day did great things for our health. A recent study by Agriculture Agriculture Canada tells us that increasing increasing that daily quota would do a lot for the health of Canada's economy too. The completed report, called "A Study of Canada's Apple Industry," covers every aspect of the apple industry. It will be discussed at a conference conference in Ottawa August 11 and 12 with federal and provincial government representatives and members of the apple industry. Pesticides Near Water Growers using insecticides should always keep in mind the hazards of using these . chemicals near water. Insecticides, such as the synthetic pyrethroid pesticides pesticides Ambush, Ripcord, Bel- mark and Decis, are used to control insects on many fruit and vegetable crops, tobacco, cereals and oilseed crops in Canada. However, they can harm fish and aquatic life. Growers are advised not to apply these pesticides by aircraft aircraft and to maintain a 15- meter pesticide-free zone around all bodies of water. 7 DIAMOND CLUSTER RINGS CHOOSE FROM DIAMOND, RUBY, SAPPHIRE OR EMERALD CENTRES 10-14 K GOLD MOUNTS VERY SPECIAL FROM $99.50 Hooper's Jewellers 39 King St. W. T , , c „„ Bowmanville B Telephone 623-5747