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l Dog Catcher is Animals 9 Friend Sim anil Blatant Stoat Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, January 30,1985 9 Winter Crews Assist Local Farmers 50 Years Ago Thurs., January 31st, 1935 Masters Ewart Bragg and Glen Brooks sang a duet at Trinity Sunday School last Sunday. Miss Belle G. Allen is spending the winter at West Palm Beach, Florida. Tuesday evening a friendly game was played at Martyn's Bowling Alleys by Harry Allin, Dr. Bonnycas- tle, Fred Vanstone, J.J. Brown, Everett Smith and Len Elliott. Len rolled a high score of 385, the highest highest rolled this season. Junior Red Cross. A grant amounting to $56,000 payable over three years to Memorial Hospital, Bowmanville, has been approved approved by Counties Council. Council. President of the Orono United Church choir for 1960 is Mr. W.C.H. Mitchell, Vice-Pres. Mr. Donald Staples, Sect'y. Treas. - Mrs. G.W. Carson, Sect'y Flower Fund Mrs. E. Rainey and Librarian Mrs. J. Rickaby. Over 450 stray dogs are brought into Bowmanville's Animal Shelter each year, only 29 per cent of which are redeemed by their owners, 16 per cent of which are adopted, and the remainder are put to sleep. These figures could be drastically reduced if pet owners would simply keep their animals animals from roaming at large and have them vaccinated regularly. by Catherine Denny Being "Number One" on the Most Hated List can be frustrating at times, especially especially if your status is only earned through a job well done. The occupation in question question is of course, the thankless thankless assignment of animal control officer, referred to by many as the dreaded "dog catcher". Somehow, through commercials, commercials, cartoons, and children's books, the person person who protects and cares for our lost and injured pets has been allotted the reputation reputation of "bad guy." "It is our job to take in stray cats and dogs, many of which have been injured and in need of first-aid, and all of which appreciate a big bowl of chow once they get here," explained local animal control officer Joanne Lloyd. Joanne went on to say that the public shouldn't look down on animal control officers officers when, in reality, it is the pet owners who are the villains. After all, it's not the so- called "dog catchers" who allow pets to roam the streets, to contract diseases from other free-roaming animals, to be hit by passing motorists or poisoned' by rotting garbage. It's the dog 25 Years Ago Thurs., February 4th, 1960 A new "quality" meat store will open here on February February 11th under the proprietorship proprietorship of Ross (Bill) and Laverne (Dick) Firth in the store formerly occupied by L.A. Parker and son, just west of Lander Hardware. The CNIB committee chairmen for the year are Education Mrs. Ron Hawthorne, Hawthorne, Recreation Mrs. J. Hobbs and Mrs. D. Armis- tead, Special events, Mrs. C. Trewin and Mrs. F. Crowe. Welfare Miss Isabel Davis and Property, Howard Gibson. Gibson. A new publication appeared appeared in Bowmanville last week. The Sentral School Snoop published by the enterprising enterprising pupils of Mr. Don Kennedy's grades 6 and 7 students of Central School to raise money for the 10 Years Ago Wed., January 29th, 1975 Honeywell Controls Ltd., Bowmanville, will be closing closing its doors on Friday, January January 31st for the last time. It is expected about 80 of their employees will be left jobless. Winners from the 4th Bowmanville Cubs at the 4th annual West Durham District Pinewood Car Derby held January 25th in Orono, are Scott Kirkton, first, Robbie Kirkton, second, second, Randy Goudey, third and Scott Murdoch fourth. The new Pine Senior Public Public School is now open and under the direction of principal principal Mr. L. Robert Boulton. Mrs. Lois Sunstrum is the secretary. Don Farrow of the Knapp Towing Major Bantams was named MVP in the game against Oakville on Saturday Saturday at the Young Canada Day Tournament which his team won 6-5. catchers who ultimately rescue rescue them from their plight. An average of 450 dogs per year are brought into the Bowmanville Animal Shelter. And statistics show that in the end only 29 per cent are redeemed by their owners and 16 per cent are adopted by a new family. The rest are destroyed. This means that approximately approximately 50 per cent of all rescued rescued dogs are put to sleep due to the irresponsibility of owners who either allow their pets to roam at large, or refuse to spend the time and money to keep up licenses and regular in- noculations that all pets require. require. In addition to this, thousands of dollars arc paid out each year for livestock livestock claims because of "pet " dogs roaming unsupervised. unsupervised. Another problem with allowing allowing pets to roam at large is the chance that they might contract rabies from wild animals or from stray cats and dogs. Because of the major health hazard posed by rabid animals, the Depart- mentof Health Services has named the week of February February 17th through 22nd Rabies Awareness Week in the Durham Region. The message being stres sed this week will be on how to avoid rabies, a simple five-point plan which focuses focuses on getting children to: avoid wild animals, avoid sick or dead animals, report sick animals to parents, parents, report bites or scratches to parents or teachers, and have their pets vaccinated. "If we all worked to keep our dogs and cats under control it would prevent a lot of unnecessary problems," problems," said Mrs. Lloyd. "I like to see a happy ending, but the actual outcome is up to the pet owners themselves." themselves." Winter Fun Day At Enniskillen Conservation Area On Saturday, February 2, 1985, the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority will hold its second annual "Winter Fun Day" at Enniskillen Enniskillen Conservation Area. Come meet the CLOCA groundhog and help him celebrate celebrate Groundhog Day. The day's events will run from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. To staçt the day, there will be a dog-sled demonstration put on by the Siberian Husky Club. Members of the group will Canadian Mental Health Association to Hold 25th Annual Meeting Tuesday, February 19th The Canadian Mental Health Association, Durham Branch will hold it's 25th Annual Meeting on Tuesday, February 19th, at 7:45 p.m., at the U.A.W. Hall, 44 Bond Street East, Osliawa. Dr. Peter Chang, Consultant Psychiatrist, Whitby jbance (uixiAÀÆA r Teacher - Carol Stanton in Bowmanville * Ballet * Jazz * Tap * Pre-dance * Jazzercise 3 years to adult Member of R.A.D. and I.S.T.D. Exams and performance opportunities available SPRING REGISTRATION Wednesday, February 6th -- sm to s:oo P . m . Bowmanville Library Auditorium Recital June 21st and 22nd, 1985 at Eastdale Collegiate Harmony Rd., Oshawa For information: The Studio of Dance and Performing Arts 1-666-1528 Psychiatric Hospital and Dr. Kaye Harrison, Co-Ordinator of Community Mental Health Services, Whitby Psychiatric Hospital, will conduct a joint presentation on "Support Systems For Mental Health." The public is invited to attend this meeting and we are asking interested individuals to R.S.V.P. by February 5th by calling 728- 9912. For further information : Sandra Manuel, Public Education Co-ordinator, Canadian Mental Health Association/Durham Branch 111 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, Ontario (416-728-9912) have several sleds and dog teams on display. The group will demonstrate the variety of sled types, team training and the use of sleds. Demonstrations Demonstrations will be held at 11:00 a.m., 12:00,1:00 p.m., 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. True to the spirit of winter, there will be a snowman building building contest. Snowmen will be completed near the barn. Everyone is invited to try their hand at creating their own masterpiece of snow in the area provided. A free picture will be taken of you and your finished product, and prizes will be available in a number of categories. People who want to put some "conservation" into their visit to the conservation area may wish to attend a walk in the woods. Walks will be held throughout the day, with Authority staff pointing out the old mill site, winter birds, wildlife and tracks. There will also be films and slide shows in the barn, upstairs. Other activities will include cross-country skiing on three km of trails, tobogganing and skating. For hockey buffs (age 12 and under), a puckshooting contest will be held at the north pond from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Winners will receive a prize. At the barn, the Enniskillen Enniskillen Church Women will operate a food concession. Sleigh rides will be available at a cost of 50 cents each. Parking and admission to the area are free. For further information, contact the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Conservation Authority at (416) 579-0411. No weather is too cold and no chore is too difficult difficult for the all new Winter Agri-Crews who have been assisting local farmers with their day to day work even in these sub-zero temperatures. Pic- by Catherine Denny Neither rain, sleet, snow, hail, or even sub-zero tem- perataures can keep the Winter Agri-Crews from helping farmers in time of need. Whether its shovelling snow, reconstructing a dilapidated dilapidated fence, or chopping chopping wood, youths working on the Winter Agri-Crew are more than happy to lend a helping hand. Now in its first year of operation, operation, the program sparked a great deal of enthusiasm enthusiasm among farmers and the participating young people. The idea behind the pro- vincially-sponsored project is to assist local farmers with their chores during the cold winter months while providing unemployed youths with a job. "Winter Agri-Crew benefits benefits both parties involved," involved," explained spokesperson spokesperson for the program, Karen Vaughan. "Farm owners get labour at a reasonable price, and the crews earn money and valuable valuable work experience," she added. Most of the people involved involved in Agri-Crew are between between the ages of 15 and 24 and must have been out of school or unemployed for 12 weeks or more. Many farmers like Barry Bragg of Bowmanville, who have hired crews to help with out-door chores, were quite impressed with the quality of work they received. received. "They are hardworking, ambitious kids who just tured above are (left to right) Ron Cook and Andrew Andrew Livingstone of the Oshawa area Agri-Crew helping out Anna and Barry Bragg on their farm located at R.R.#2 Bowmanville. want to get ahead," said Mrs. Bragg. "It's definitely worth our money to get the job done in half the time and for less than it would cost us to pay our own men to do it." The Braggs are just one of the many farm owners across Ontario who have come to rely on the Agri- Crew programs for a great many of the time-consuming time-consuming projects on the farm. "Wë also put Agri-Crews to work in the summer," explained Mrs. Bragg. "There's always work to be done around the farm." Presently there are seven areas in Ontario implementing implementing the program, with the Niagara Region being the most interested. "Being the first year for a Winter Agri-Crew,, most people are still unaware that it exists," explained Karen Vaughan. "We hope to get a lot more response from farmers next year when they have heard more about the program." If you are a farmer in need of some extra help or an unemployed youth wishing wishing to join the Winter or Summer Agri-Crew, contact your local Agriculture office. office. They'll be happy to hear from you. No Saturday Hours At Recycling Centre Since a greater number of people are making use of recycling facilities at the Durham Recycling Centre, 717 Wilson Rd. South, during the week while they are out on other errands, the Centre will no longer be staffed on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Drop-offs during the week appear to be more convenient for most participants in recycling. Staff are on hand weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday to assist if necessary. Drop-off of prepared cans and glass, and bundled or bagged newspapers can still be made at anytime, including Saturday. The alternate drop-off for recyclables in the north end of Oshawa at the Ritson Road Transfer Station is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 4:30, and Saturdays 8:30 to noon. For more information on the Durham Recyling Centre, please call 579-5264. Remember that newspapers, bundled or bagged, will be picked up on your regular refuse collection day from curbside throughout Oshawa. HAMILTONS INSURANCE SERVICE Main St., Orono 983-5115 SERVING YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS FOR 35 YEARS Susan Sawyer JudyWoodbeck Nelda Dawson . 705-277-3117 983-5519 623.-4835 LAST FEW DAYS! IT'S A BOY! Puppi and Dinding, the Metro Toronto Zoo's adult Orang-utans, are proud to announce the arrival of a healthy, bouncing baby boy at the Zoo on Sunday, January 13,1985, This latest addition to the Orang-utan family tipped the scales at approximately lViî kg. Both mother and son arc doing well, For mother Puppi, it's her second son. Santan, the older brother, was born at the Zoo in 1977. There are now seven members in the Zoo's Orangutan Orangutan family including Abigail, Chantek and Mias II. The latter two were also born at the Zoo and are thrilled with the latest arrival. Both Dinging and Puppi would like to extend a special invitation to the public to meet the whole family in the tropical splendor of their spacious home in the Indo- Malaya Pavilion, The Zoo is open everyday and the skiing is great. Visiting Visiting hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with the last admissions at 3:30 p.m. The Zoo is located in Scarborough, on Meadowvale Road, just north of Highway 401. Buy One Order of Fish and Chips Get Second 1 Dk!aa Order for / ^ I I IL/t/ SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2nd €>U>e Spme jftsi) Sc cfjtps Hours: Tues., Wed., Thurs. and Sat. 11 - 7 Fri. 11-9. 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