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* Forthcoming Marriage Gordon and Marjorie Lowery wish to announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter Marcia Dianne to Paul Gordon Simkins, son of Mary Sim- kins and the late Edward Simkins. Wedding to take place Sept. 29th, 1984 at Orono United Church. Museum Holds Pet Contest Little Buffy doesn't usually agree to dress up, especially on a hot day, but the Museum's Pet Contest was an opportunity that couldn't be missed. Buffy is pictured here with her owner Alyssa McLennan after winning the "best dressed pet" award. Education Announcment Education Minister Dr. Bette Stephenson last week announced the appointment of Dr. Bernard Shapiro, the Director of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, as a one-man Commission to enquire into the role and status of private schools in the province's education system. "Few people are aware of the diversity that exists in the private school sector, and of the important historical contribution that these schools have made to education in Ontario," Dr. Stephenson said. She said that she has asked Dr. Shapiro to document this contribution and to advise her on the future relationships they might have with the public education system and the government. Dr. Shapiro will be assisted in his work by a 15-member advisory committee and a small secretariat headed by Neal Emery, formerly a superintendent of education in the Ministry's Central Ontario Regional Office. Trucks! Trucks! Trucks! Gas, Diesel, Short Box, Long Box King Cab, 4x4's UP TO $ 1000 OFF! AT MIDWAY MOTORS LTD. >'// ■ / / ( 1 1 1300 Dundas St. E. RAfl r«9« MAJOR MOTION 668-6828 from NISSAN The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, August 15, 1984 3 Forthcoming Marriage Mr. and Mrs. George Swain of Langley, British Columbia, are happy to announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter Kathleen Anne to David Lloyd Down, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Down of Courtice, Ontario. Wedding to take place at Ebenezer United Church on Saturday, September 8th, 1984. Successful Audition for Singer ■ lÆailey- 'fVeMina Pamela Ann Mailey and Larry Daneil Walker were united in marriage on Saturday, Saturday, July 21st, 1984 at 3 p.m. in Trinity United Church, Bowmanville with the Reverend John Peters officiating. officiating. The bride's parents are Mr, and Mrs. Edward David Mailey, of Bowmanville (formerly of Windsor). The bride's grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Virtue of Bowmanville (formerly of Windsor) and Mrs. T. Mailey of Windsor. The groom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Walker of Bowmanville. The groom's grandparent is Mrs. Lillian Damant of Oshawa. Given in marriage by her father, the bride was lovely in a formal white gown trimmed with chantilly lace and seed pearls and she carried a beautiful bouquet of yellow sweetheart roses. The maid of honour was Suzy Pellarin of Windsor and the bridesmaids were Sharon Mailey, sister of the bride, Robin Wright, Nova Hard- castle and Jennifer Walker, niece of the groom. The best man was Joe Glode of Bowmanville. The ushers were Danny Walker, brother of the groom, Michael Hogg, Alan Mailey, brother of the bride, and Michael Norman. The bride's mother wore a beautiful soft blue chiffon gown accented by a corsage of yellow roses anil "white carnations. carnations. The groom's mother wore a formal green dress and a corsage corsage of yellow roses. Following the reception held at the Lions Centre, Bowman ville, the happy couple left for a honeymoon in Niagara Falls. The bride travelled in a blue suit with white pinstripes with white shoes and purse accented with a corsage of yellow sweetheart roses. Mr. and Mrs. Walker are now residing in Bowmanville, Ontario. Photo by Piper Studio Kevin Kossatz has successfully successfully auditioned to become a member of the Ontario Youth Choir '84. This choir is a project of the Ontario Choral Federation. One hundred and twenty young people, aged 16 to 23, from across Ontario auditioned in March for a place in the choir. Of this number only 42 were selected. They represent the finest singing talent in the province. These selected individuals gather for two weeks of training during August at Lakefield College School, near Peterborough, under the direction of Barbara Clark. A day involves a sectional rehearsal, a private voice lesson, rehearsals with the whole choir, and time out for tennis, waterfront activities and informal entertainment. The vocal coaches are well- known singers, Catherin Robbin and Mark Pedrotti. In late September, the choir reassembles for final rehearsals then embarks on a regional one-week tour of Ontario. Audiences in large and small communities will receive visits from the choir and the singers experience the joys and challenges of a professional level tour. Kevin Kossatz was a scholarship winner in the 1984 Oshawa Kiwanis Music Festival. He attends Courtice High School and is a chorister in St. George's Memorial Church Choir, Oshawa. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Kossatz, R.R. 1, Hampton, Kevin studies singing in Oshawa with Mary Easden. Pontypool News PONTYPOOL NEWS Congratulations to Doreen and Ken Benford of R.R. 1 Pontypool, who were married in Peterborough last week. Kay Youngman, Marilyn Jackson and family were recent callers at the Leslies in London. Again a few days later, Kay, daughter Linda and family travelled to London, visited Story Book Gardens and spent the night with Maida and Bill Robertson. Robertson. On their way home they toured Ontario Place. Speedy get-well wishes are sent to Paul Richardson who is on crutches following an ankle injury. On Tuesday, August 21st, an "All You Can Eat Salad Bar Luncheon" sponsored by the Pre-School Resource Centre, is being held in Pontypool Community Centre. Food will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with admission for adults, $2.50, and children under 12, $1.00. Everyone welcome. All food is being provided. Readers are reminded of the Pontypool Cemetery Decoration Decoration Service to be held this coming Sunday, August 19th, at 2:30 p.m. Rev. Gordon Montgomery of Peterborough is to be the guest speaker. Last Sunday the congregation congregation in Pontypool United Church was very small but those present enjoyed the message delivered by Rev. Kathryn Humphries of Peterborough. Peterborough. Special music was provided by Mignon Mayneord of Peterborough, Mignon is known far and wide for her whistling ability. Next Sunday the regular 10:00 a.m. service will be taken by Rev. Gordon Montgomery and on the following Sunday, Rev. John Lindsay will be back from holidays. Last Sunday afternoon "Pontypool Jade Gardens" commenced O.A.S.A. play against Prince Albert. The local team suffered a 5 - 0 defeat. Hopefully the score will be different when the teams meet again this week in Port Perry, It won't be long till the bowling season opens again for another year. If there arc any ladles out there who would like to bowl regularly or just spare, contact Kay Youngman at 277-2263 or Marie Finney at 277-2327 as soon as possible. Tom and Cathy Badluk recently returned home following following a two-week holiday in the Maritimes, Don and Debbie Timms of Bethany have purchased the home of Mrs. Beulah Forrest on Hwy. 35, north of Ballyduff. They will be moving at the end of August. The Hoar and Sytnyk families spent last weekend camping at Emily Park. Bill and Sophie Verkruisen have had as house guests for two weeks, Sophie's two sisters and a niece from Holland. The visitors have returned home after holidaying holidaying with other relatives in Ontario. The 1984 Olympics are over but what a glorious finish! Canada should indeed be proud of its athletes who brought home 44 medals altogether altogether -10 gold, 18 silver and 16 bronze and finished in fourth place behind United States, West Germany and Romania. To all who participated participated - those who were victorious victorious and those who weren't, our thanks to you! The Manvers Historical Society has received word that a "Journey into Yesterday" is being undertaken by Ontario Trail Riders. This Journey will take place along scenic and historic routes of Yesterday, Yesterday, starting from the west at Depot Harbour near Parry Sound and from the east at Timbertown on the Ottawa River near Renfrew. A rendezvous was held in Whitney on August 4th, with the Trail Riders continuing on, hoping to complete their journey near Georgetown on August 25th. On Thursday, August 16th, residents of Manvers are requested to join in this Bicentennial Celebration. Celebration. The Trail Riders are going to be at Sandaraska Park on Hwy. 115 at 7:00 p.m. They will be carrying a scroll on which descendants of original settler families will sign their names. On Friday, August 17th, the Trail Riders will be stopping in the Burkc- ton area. Insurance! For Rates or Service CALL Ernie Harvey 623-2527 Treacy & Harvey Insurance Brokers Ltd. Insurance Brokers 68 King SI. East Bowmanville IN-STOCK WALLPAPER CLEARANCE 50% SAVE, UP TO Dependable Meets Or Beats the $ 30 00 Paints! Satisfaction Guaranteed. 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