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There was less than 60 seconds of pushing, shoving, grabbing and trading before before all of the dolls were claimed. Most of the crowd walked away disappointed disappointed for the meagre supply largely outweighed demand. Store staff and onlookers watched the scene in amazement. They agreed that the shopper stampede stampede was something they thought Sister-in-laws, Barb and Shelley Hayes earned their stripes in consumer combat Tuesday morning when they were among the few successful shoppers who latched onto Cabbage Patch dolls at Bowman- ville's Stedmans Store. A line-up of shoppers hoping to acquire one of only 18 dolls in stock at the store, began forming before 8:00 a.m. When the doors opened, the onslaught was history in less than 60 seconds. Unlike Shelley (left) and Barb, about 30 shoppers went away disappointed for the small supply supply largely outweighed the demand. 713 r 19 iifFF IF / ■! m, m i vnY i>Vv7 Vvï rf'"v, FvFi IFF p id \y V 25' Per Copy f x ■ /?.. A F V: F M > il m h i F ;/ w' F <F 32 Pages BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30,198 Goodyear Looks to the Future Greater Productivity is Key to Success Council Rejects Mall Again A 160,000 square foot shopping mall planned for southwest Bowmanville Bowmanville was rejected by Newcastle Newcastle council this week despite opposition opposition from two Bowmanville councillors councillors who favor the project. "I can no longer vote against this development," said Councillor Marie Hubbard during Monday's council meeting. Elected officials were debating the merits of the shopping centre planned by Pythbow Developments Limited for the southeast corner of Baseline 1 Rd. and Highway 57. Councillor Hubbard noted that the town's budget has climbed from $14 million three years ago to nearly $21 million today. And during during that time, there has not been a corresponding growth in assessment. assessment. Councillor Hubbard suggested that the most recent assessment growth in Bowmanville consists of two houses and a custom yacht factory. factory. She added that the town needs more growth. . "I cannot continue to come before this council and constantly turn down development," said Councillor Councillor Hubbard. The Ward Two representative, representative, who voted against the mall two years ago, added that her decision was being made from the standpoint of what is best for all taxpayers. Councillor Ivan Hobbs suggested that arguments against the Pythbow mall are similar to those which were raised against the Bowmanville Bowmanville Mall several years ago. "The day we build a wall around our municipality , you will no longer have ; a progressive community," said Councillor Hobbs. 1 The councillor also suggested that if the issue were put to a vote by all residents of Bowmanville, then about 70 per cent of the population population would vote for the development. development. Councillor Hobbs said the community community as a whole would benefit from this project and he denied that progressive downtown stores would suffer. Downtown merchants, including the Bowmanville Business Centre Turn to Page 1111; reés '*11 To Use '80 Market Values Newcastle council has agreed to update its assessment rolls so that property taxes will be based on values of 1980 rather than 1975. The move was approved Monday night on a vote of 4-2. Newcastle Mayor Garnet Rickard told council that re-assessment based on 1980 market values is needed because of shifting property property values. "At the present time, we're charging charging some people more than we should," said Mayor Rickard. He noted that about 44 per cent of the town's ratepayers are over-assessed, over-assessed, according to a study conducted by the local assessment office. Councillor Diane Hamre pointed out, however that approximately 56 per cent of the population would face some kind of a tax increase if the re-assessment were implemented. implemented. Councillor Hamre said that the Davis government has backed out of market value assessment and is Turn to Page 11 Ii& is. Ilf-: s • Y.. S ; :: " ,, ,v •fF-f m : >F,y. Hr - - : ; ' ti ,'1 '•k-ifrF ... „ . bÈÉhv AA ■ 'FFy iAACfe' . >!: F f . vF-FB ! . -i fJ i i i • l:j 1 BIG WINNER -- William Whyte of R.R. 6, Bowmanville Bowmanville was a $10,000 winner in the November 17th Wintario draw. He was one of the ten $10,000 winners. winners. There were also five $100,000 prizes. Since Wintario's inception in 1975, Wintario has generated more than $445 million for physical fitness, sports, cultural and recreational projects across Ontario. TURKEY ROLL -- This Friday evening, Bowmanville Bowmanville Lions Club will be holding their annual Turkey Turkey Roll at their centre on Beech Avenue. So, many winners will be carting home one or more birds, while others will end up with what is known as fisherman's luck and leave empty handed. But, even they will have had a good time. Drop over and enjoy the fun and fellowship. VIDEO TOURNAMENT -- Young video game experts experts will be interested in a 'Vectrex Arcade Tournament' Tournament' scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 10th at Bowmanville Bowmanville Mall, sponsored by Hooked-On-Video-Ltd. There are two categories, 13 and under and 14 and over, with 20 prizes to be awarded. Register at the sponsor's before Dec. 8th. All proceeds to go to our local Big Brothers Association. by Donna Fairey Last year was the first time since 1921 that Goodyear's Bowmanville plant failed to make a profit. Management Management says the outlook for 1983 isn't much brighter, although the rubber products factory is expected expected to record a slight profit at year end. During a routine visit to the plant last Friday, Goodyear Canada Inc. president, Mr. C.H. Johnson, said the 1983 profit level will be low and predicted yet a further dip next year. Over a longer term, however, the president remains optimistic about the future of the conveyor belt manufacturing manufacturing facility. The company's five year forecast, he explained, indicates indicates the predicted growth pattern pattern will escalate at a sluggish pace. Included in the management contingent contingent visiting the plant was «ooàyear vice-president Don Mas- p;rs> who says.the company is roll ing (with.the punches dealt by the country's country's economic recession. "We are making a very slow recovery," he stated, pointing out that rumors suggesting the Bowmanville plant might close are totally unfounded. Mr. Masters said that the booming industrial climate of the 1970's is likely gone forever and contended that productivity is the key which will open the doors to profits in the future. Although the Bowmanville factory factory is an old one, he explained, it contains fine industrial equipment. The vice president maintained that Bowmanville's conveyor belting operation operation is capable of exerting a competitive force in both the foreign and North American marketplace, marketplace, providing it has an employee employee commitment to productivity. Built in 1910, The Bowmanville plant was Goodyear's first factory in Canada, for decades, ranking at the top of the company's eight Canadian Canadian factories in terms of profitability. profitability. Mr. Johnson revealed last week, however, that the plant has slipped several rungs in recent years resting near the bottom of the ladder with low recorded profits. Turn to Page 4 occurred only in large city department department stores. "I wasn't looking forward to coming coming to work this morning," said the store manager. When he requisitioned requisitioned the dolls last February, Mr. Lamondin thought he was being the last of the big time orderers when he upped his request from six to 18. "At that time I hadn't even heard of the Cabbage Patch doll and had no idea how popular they would become," become," he said. Near riots among consumers were reported in five U.S. states on the weekend when desperate shoppers were bent upon acquiring the dolls whose face is designed by a computer. 623-3303 During a visit to its Bowmanville plant last week, Goodyear's top management reinforced a commitment to the future of its oldest Canadian Canadian factory, providing productivity levels hold. The rubber company is struggling valiantly to bounce back after the country's major economic recession while facing a tough, competitive marketplace both at home and abroad Company management maintains Goodyear's viability viability in the current economic climate depends significantly upon the productivity output of its employees. Shown above at the Bowmanville factory last Friday are Goodyear's general products division vice-president, vice-president, Mr. Don Masters (left) and company president Mr. C.H. Johnson. Darlington Costs Lower The cost of constructing Ontario Hydro's Darlington Nuclear Generating Station has declined to approximately $11.4 billion. John McCredie, project manager for Darlington, said last week that lower interest rates mean that the projected costs for Darlington have also diminished. The most recent declines in lending lending rates mean a reduction of approximately approximately $800 million in the total price tag associated with construction construction of the Darlington project. Over 40 per cent of the cost of Darlington Darlington is interest, Mr. McCredie explained. "If the interest rates will continue to fall, this will have a large effect on the cost of Darlington," Darlington," he told members of the hydro liaison committee last week. He added that if Darlington could be completed immediately and if no interest charges were to be required required , then the total cost of the station station would be approximately $5.4 billion. FLAG THIEF -- Person or persons unknown and not too bright decided the Canadian flag shouldn't be flying at the Cenotaph. So, it was cut down recently recently and stolen. Now, just why would someone want to steal a flag? They can't eat it, fly it or sell it. There's just no rhyme or reason to such an act. BLACK SUITS -- Bob Sheridan and his talented B.H.S. thospians need some help on their upcoming presentation of 'See How They Run'. They need old black suits and will pay $20 for each one they can obtain. Please check your closets and if you find one or more, phone Mr. Sheridan at 623-3588 or the school at 623-4416 as soon as possible. The performances performances are scheduled for Dec. 7, 8, 9 and 10th. MUSEUM PARTY -- And to finish off the day in grand style, drop in at the museum where the Friends of the Museum will be holding forth with all kinds of goodies, none of which will add calories to your diet, you hope. That's from 7 to 9 p.m. SILENT NIGHT -- This Sunday at 7, there's a Christinas concert at St. John's Anglican Church, entitled 'Silent Night, the Birth of a Carol'. Visitors will be more than welcome. NEIGHBORHOOD -- The first meeting to try and form a Neighborhood Watch project in Bowmanville will be held at Wavcrley School, Wed., Dec, 7th at 7:30 p.m. Anyone interested in learning about the program to defeat the incidence of community crimes to private property is invited. SOVIETS RETURN -- A hockey team made up of former members of the Russian National team are coming to Iroquois Park Arena in Whitby on Wednesday, Dec. 7th to play the Toronto-Mctro Old- timers in a benefit game. Proceeds from the game will be donated to the Dr. J.O. Ruddy General Hospital's Hospital's Continuing Car Ward project. The Whitby Jaycees and the Town of Whitby are sponsoring the project. Tickets are available at the Iroquois Arena, from Whitby Jaycees 666-1553 or Peacock Sports and Trophies Ltd. It should be quite a game. $ 1 y I ART EXHIBIT -- Wildlife artist Paul Harpley, responsible responsible for all art and publications from Metro Zoo is coming to MR Art, R.R. 1, Bethany with his exhibit of paintings this Saturday from 12:30 to 8 p.m. When you get to Bethany, just follow the signs. JEAN SALE -- Hadassah Jean and Fabric Sale will be held at Beth Zion Synagogue, Oshawa, Dec. 6th and 7th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. More details in Coming Events. BAZAAR --The annual gigantic Christmas Bazaar takes place this Saturday, Dec. 3rd at Knox Christian Christian School. No doubt Black Peter and Saint Nicholas will be there all dressed in their finery to entertain old and young. mMê '■■MV ■.»( : 1 Federal Minister Addresses Local Liberals He is shown above (centre) with the association's riding president, Bill Gorsline (right) and Rev. Ed Schamerhorn, Durham-Northumbcrland Liberal candidate in the last federal election. The guest speaker at a Durham-Northumbcrland Durham-Northumbcrland Liberal fund raising dinner last Wednesday night in Bowmanville was the Hon. David Smith, federal minister of small business and tourism. I