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2 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, August 29,1984 h Carson's Plant Missing Friends of Carson Elliott were distressed to learn that he recently lost one of his prized Bougainvillea plants. One of a pair of Carson's Brazilian "paper flowers" (the flower's English name), this plant had until recently framed the Wellington Street entrance to the Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home. After serving in this capacity during the summer, the Bougainvillea spent the winter in greenhouses in the Orono area. This spring, one of these beautiful flowers went missing. Carson was shattered: "I have cared for these plants for years. The loss of one of them really bothers me." The following poem has been composed to express his sadness : Lament for the Lost Bougainvillea Son of Nyctaginacea, Paper flower of the Brazilian pot, Named for Louis de Bougainville, Loved by Carson Elliott ; You vigorous spiny climber, Thick-leaved with pert pink bracts, Showy with small clustered flowers. Unused to callous, thieving acts ; Alone, did you flower this spring? Alone, will you flower this fall? 0 where is the lone Bougainvillea - Taken from Carson, so taken from all? Carson is hoping that anyone having information concerning the whereabouts of this plant will contact him. Well that's it, Carson. Even if you can't use this, I hope that it may at least make you smile. Best wishes, Don Childs Reg. Langley Retires After 26 Years on the Job One of the most popular and well-liked members of the town's public works crew retired last Thursday, August 23,- at the Bowman- ville public works yard. Reg Langley leaves his position with the Town of Newcastle after 26 years. He began his career with the Town of Bowmanvillc and later became a member of the Newcastle works department. department. Elected officials, senior town staff, and fellow-workers fellow-workers were all in attendance at last week's retirement party. Director of Public Works Ron Dupuis thanked Mr. Langley for his service to the municipality. "You've always been a good employee employee and we appreciate what you've done for the town," said the works director. director. Newcastle Mayor Garnet Rickard also praised the retiring retiring employee, pointing out that Reg Langley enjoyed, enjoyed, his work and worked THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE NOTICE OF CLOSING The following facilities facilities will be closed on Labour Day, September 3,1984. Newcastle Fitness Centre Bowmanville Memorial Arena Darlington Sports Centre H.F. Payne, Facilities Manager. • August 29,1984 because lie wanted to. He also noted that he is well- liked by friends both at work and off the job. "Reg is a rich man because he has a host of friends," said Mayor Rickard. The Newcastle mayor presented him with a certificate certificate of appreciation honoring him for his work from 1958 to 1984. Councillor Ivan Hobbs, who was mayor of Bowmanville Bowmanville when Mr. Langley first joined the public works department, department, presented him with a gift on behalf of the Town of Newcastle. Councillor Councillor Hobbs is the member of town council responsible for liaison between the works department and council. Editor's Mail Mr. J. James Editor The Canadian Statesman P. 0. Box 190 ! Bowmanville, Ontario LlC 3K9 Re: Postal Operations - Labour Day, September 3, J984 This is to inform you that the Post Office will be closed on Labour Day, Monday, September 3,1984. No Rural Route, Letter Carrier or Wicket Service will be provided on this day. Normal business operations will resume on Tuesday, September 4, 1984. However, on this day, due to the Federal Election, the Post Office will close at 4:00 p.m. to allow employees, time to vote. Sincerely, L. L. Skuratow, Postmaster Van Belle Floral Shoppes ... much more than a flower- store! 4 STORES • Hlghwiy No. 2 • King SI. 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Bowmanville •Trademarks ol Van Belle Gardens Lid VAN BELLE' CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE NOTICE OF HIGHWAY CLOSING TAKE NOTICE THAT the Council of the Corporation ol the Town of Newcastle, at the Council Meeting to be held at the Council Chambers, Police Building, Bowmanville, Ontario, on Monday, September 24th, 1984, at the hour of 7:00 o'clock in the afternoon, propose to pass a by-law to slop-up and close and to authorize the sale ol parts of unopened Darlington Street and Durham Street, lying between and adjacent to Lots 155 and 156, according to the Wilson, Armour and Mearns Plan in the former Town ol Bowmanville, now in the Town of Newcastle, more particularly described as follows: All those portions of unopened Darlington Street and Durham Street, lying between and adjacent to Lots 155 and 156, according to the Wilson, Armour and Mearns Plan, in the former Town of Bowmanville, hereinafter described are hereby stopped-up and closed; ALL and SINGULAR THAT certain parcel or tract of land, situate, lying and being in the Town ol Newcastle, Regional Municipality of Durham, Province ol Ontario, and being composed ol parts ol unopened Darlington Street and Durham Street, lying between and adjacent to Lots 155 and 156, according to the Wilson, Armour and Mearns Plan ol the former Town ol Bowmanville, now within the limits ol the Town ol Newcastle, and being more particularly designated as Part 3, according to a Reference Plan deposited In the Land Registry Olllce lor tho Registry Division ol Newcastle (No. 10), on the 9lh day ol May 1984, as Plan 10R-1824. Dated at tho Town ol Newcastle, tills 22nd Day ol August, 1984. David W. Oakes, B.A., A.M.C.T., Town Clerk Town ol Newcastle 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville, Ontario, Dntool Plrsl Publication: August 22nd, 1984 File: 77.44.133. to the GRAND OPENING of LOUISE LYLE'S OlU$£ tom / Breslin's Ladies' Wear) 49 KING ST. WEST -- BOWMANVILLE Thursday, September 6th 10:00 a.m. A Return to Quality featuring famous brands, such as Tan Jay Sportswear Pour Vous Dresses * Model Craft Coats * Silhouette Dresses * 3rd Dimension Sportswear * Lingerie by Kayser * Hosiery by Kayser and Whisper * Undergarments by WonderBra and Formfit Sizes Available Junior -- Missy -- Half Sizes and Maternity Wear Refreshments will be served Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings. -- LUCKY DRAW -- Be sure and enter our Lucky Draw for many valuable Gift Certificates. You may enter any time between now and September 29th. No purchase is necessary. L Ï,