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> Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, November 30, 1983 11 Jaycee* and Fifth Wheel Sponsor Christmas Fund Raising Draw CoboilTg Major Explains Forces Recruiting Details The Bowmanville Jaycees and the Hwy. 401 Fifth Wheel Truck Stop are in the midst of their annual Christmas draw to raise funds for community community development. The winning ticket holder will receive $375 worth of booty including a color television, television, deep fryer, assorted toys and much more. The prizes shown above are on display in a win dow at the truck stop where tickets may be purchased. purchased. Jaycee members are also peddling tickets on the draw to be made December 22nd. Co-or- diriators of the project are pictured above from left: Nick VanEgmond-Fifth Wheel manager and Jaycee president Rick Allen. Providence - Shaw's W.I. By Shirley Brown P.H.O. Providence Shaw's W.I. met at the home of Joan Tax, R.R. 4, Bowmanville on Nov. • 17 with 21 members and 2 guests present. The president, M. Killeen welcomed the members and introduced the new Home Economist, Ms. Weese, R.O.S. with the Ministry of Agriculture. She spoke to us about volunteer leaders in the 4-H Program. Resolutions Convenor, Marilyn Dow, reported on a meeting of the District Convenors where they were instructed on how to bring about a resolution. Marilyn presented three resolutions for discussion and approval. Dorothy Crago introduced Mrs. Fred Griffin, a volunteer with the local branch of the Red Cross for many years. Mrs. Griffin told of the founder, Henry Dunant, and how this organization began in 1863 in Switzerland. The activities of the organization at the international, national and local levels were described along with the comparative Red Crescent Society in Moslem countries. All societies adhere to the seven principles of Red Cross which are Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. They assist on a non-political, non-religious basis when asked. (They were not asked to assist in Italy at the time of the recent earthquakes). Services of which we should be aware locally are the Emergency Relief to disaster victims, Tracing and Reunion of separated families, Blood Donor Service, First Aid Courses, Water Safety, Medical Care for remote communities, Seniors' Services and Volunteer Helpers to perform its services. The group locally is funded by the United Way and is a division of the Oshawa Branch. The local "loan cupboard", where medical aids can be borrowed, and the Homemaker Service were discussed in a question time. Barbara Wood thanked Mrs. Griffin who gave us a new insight into the importance of this volunteer organization. It was decided to have our December collection given to the Salvation Army again this year. A delicious lunch of fancy squares was served by the Citizenship and World Affairs Committee. The next meeting will be at Maranatha Church Hall on December 15. 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Your family will be glad you did. 16K Extended'BASIC (26-3027) Reg, 459.00.. now 359.00 •Wall Disney characters are trademarks of Walt Disney, Inc All rights reserved "Moppet characters are trademarks of Moppets, Inc, All rights reserved Computers for home and school 20 TOP GAMES Plus. , . 12 Educational Programs FREE with purchase -- Membership in our Computer Class Low Prices and Top Service always available at Bowmanville Audio-Vision 20 King St. W. Telephone 623-2312 Recent advertisements for recruits in the Canadian armed forces proclaimed "There's No Life Like It." And last week's speaker at the regular meeting of the Bowmanville Rotary Club is living proof of the truth behind the slogan. As a member of the Canadian Canadian Forces for the past 40 years, Major Angus Read travelled around the world during his military career. Major Read, a Cobourg resident, resident, began his career in 1944 when he enlisted in the 49th Royal Edmonton Regiment. Regiment. When he returned to college college in 1946, he continued to serve in the reserves and in 1950 he rejoined the military as a lieutenant with the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. He served in the U.S., Korea, Europe, Cyprus, and a number of locations across Canada. He retired early this year after serving as senior staff officer supply supply with the Canadian Forces Training System Headquarters since 1976. Major Read pointed out that approximately 12,000 new recruits joined the Canadian Forces in 1981-82. But stringent recruiting requirements mean that only one out of every three men and women who apply are accepted. Due to tight budgets, Canada's armed forces cannot accept recruits recruits who are unlikely to succeed in their career. Because newcomers are carefully screened before being accepted, between 85 and 90 per cent of the men and women who are accepted accepted as recruits will complete complete their training. The Canadian Forces offer equal opportunities for men and women. In fact, approximately eight percent percent of all personnel in today's forces are women. Over the next five years, this percentage is expected to increase to 12 per cent, said Major Read. Recruits have a chance to train in 66 basic trades as well as many other specialties. specialties. Major Angus Read (centre) was the guest speaker at a recent meeting of the Bowmanville Rotary Club. Major Read, who is retired from the Canadian Forces, spoke to Bowmanville Rota- Personnel are encouraged encouraged to join branches of the armed forces in which they demonstrate the most natural natural aptitude or interest. All. recruits are given guidance as to the type of work they can expect to do in the Canadian Forces, Major Read added. New recruits come first to the Cornwallis training centre in the Annapolis Valley, where they receive nine weeks of basic instruction. instruction. Bowmanville Rotarians were told that the basic training includes military studies, personal development, development, physical training and recreation. Military studies are self- explanatory. They include weapons training, first aid, ethics, leadership, and other matters pertaining to the armed forces. Personal development includes includes the fostering of discipline, discipline, good personal habits, and education in avoiding avoiding drug or alcohol abuse. "We're trying to motivate the individual, give him some reason for being and give him some direction," direction," he said. A day begins at 5:30 a.m. and ends at 10:30 in the evening. After basic training, the new recruit is assigned to a trade school which may offer a few weeks of study or more than a year of formal formal instruction. ■ ' rians on the subject of recruiting for Canada's armed forces. With Major Read are Rex Walters (left) who introduced him to the club and Jack Locke, president of the Bowmanville Rotary Club. Having completed instruction instruction in a trade, the recruit recruit then proceeds to 18 to 24 months of on the job instruction. instruction. As a career continues. continues. there will be opportunities opportunities for advancement, promotion, and more special special training. "At this point, his career begins to develop," develop," said Major Read. Unless some problem prevents them from completing completing their military service, service, personnel serve for a total of three years. But., some opt for a lifelong career in the armed forces. Individuals who have received received extensive training in a specialty are asked to pro vide the Canadian Forces with an amount of time equal to the training they were given. For example, anyone with a year of training training in a speciality must work for a year in that specialty specialty before leaving the service. service. The result of a career in the Canadian Forces is a young person with pride in himself and a great deal of personal self-confidence, Major Read added. He told Rotarians that the Canadian Forces produce individuals who arc good tradesmen, leaders of tomorrow, tomorrow, and good Canadians. Canadians. Goblins Hit Delivery of Statesman Simple Safety Rules on Storing Gas Barbeques If you're one of those people who has stowed the family's gas bar- beque for the season, you would be' well advised advised to make sure you've followed a few simple safety rules Any improperly stored propane tank is a potential fire bomb, claimed Newcastle Fire Chief Jim Aldridge Aldridge this week while warning against garage and basement storage. The head of the town's fire department stressed the importance importance of keeping bar- beque tanks out of doors, away from build ings and in an upright position. Should a tank leak fuel in the vicinity of an ignition source such as a furnace or automobile, automobile, a potential hazard exists, said the fire chief. He emphasized the importance of taking a few simple precautions in relation to avoiding fire and personal injury. injury. Chance of an accident accident is minimized considerably considerably when tanks are stored upright, in a cool outside place away from buildings, advised Chief Aldridge. ELIZABETHVILLE Church services were held as usual. Rev. G. Rutherford continued his study of the bible with the life of Joshua, who after the death of Moses, was to lead the Israelites to the promised land. God asked Joshua to lead his people to the promised land. Joshua couldn't see how they could overtake the cities ahead of them, but God said to read the book of the Law and do what he asked them to do and they would conquer their enemies. Some of his people sinned and they were driven back at Ai. God lead them over Jordan river and took Jericho and on toward the Mediterranean Sea. Rev. Rutherford continues next Sunday with life of Gideon. Mr. R. Smith and Mr. I-Iodgin took up the offering. Mr. Banister was at the door. The choir sang an anthem and coffee was served at the close. Mr. and Mrs. D. Whitbred, Oshawa, were at Sunnyside on the weekend. Mrs. R. Westheuser spent Tuesday witli Mr. and Mrs. Thickson. Mrs. J. Peacock spent an evening at Mr. and Mrs. Ken Symons' home, Welcome, along with a couple of others, planning the program for the spring rally of the Cobourg Presbyterian Rally. Mr. and Mrs. C. Mercer were with Mr. and Mrs. P. Mercer for tea, recently. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Trew were to arrive today from Calgary where they have spent three weeks with their daughter Helen and Garry Fowler. They celebrated little Amy's fourth birthday, November 14th while there. Mrs. J. Barkwell, Mrs. Wheeler and Mrs. M. Gardiner attended the Historical Society meeting in Port Hope last week. Several in the area attended the Cystic Fibrosis Bazaar held at North Hope Central School on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. E. Fowler spent the weekend at Belleville with his sisters and their husbands, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Russell, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Yarrow. Last week's Statesman must have travelled some distance as Campbellcroft subscribers got theirs on Tuesday, November 22. Goblins I guess! TELEPHONE 623-6555 JOHN MANUEL, C.G.A. Income Tax and Related Accounting Services 118 King St. E., Suite 2 Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 1N4 Measure for Broadloom Today. .-.Have it Installed in Time For rnr^rl CHRIST r .crl VINYL nnldmU! LUli from Vy.5j /|y • :>, l -i JA f 5 4 , c. c PEERLESS SAXONY 19 95 100% nylon Reg. 39.95 Now! sq.yd. V -y, / -, Jy vy iSatr-SA.Wi £ I Kv t v c S Si , «xV,'* V* r c<\ c c |(rt'c M r< r; c f,r' r <r< ' p/'fr L . r- r \ ffc CO f .if LEVEL LOOP CARPET 195 from m ■ sq.yd. 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