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i ■ 4 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, February 6,1985 Section Two Waverley Public School News Snow Sculptures By Natalie Axelson It's a house! It's a castle! It's a dog! It's a dinosaur! Mrs. Van Seggelen's Grade One class was working on some sn6w sculptures. The majority of Mrs. Freeman's Grade Six class helped the younger children. After the children finished their sculptures, they got some powder paint to add a bit of color to them. The results were very impressing. After a cold and fun afternoon, Mrs. Van Seggelen decided to have the children dictate a story to the Grade Six students about their snow sculpture. All the students had a great time. Amaryllis Alive By Diana Moriarity "Hey, it's 56 cm high! "Two students from Mr. Gray's class have been working hard on a plant project about a growing Amaryllis. It is now blooming and is really pretty. Mr. Reid has enjoyed having the Amaryllis in his office. The students come every day to measure and observe it. I'm sure that Kerrie Lowery and David Slocombe have enjoyed this project and would gladly doit again. Miss Pitcher's Class By Lisa Gowans "0 Canada" will be one of the songs which Miss Pitcher's class will be studying in their Canada unit. They will start the Canada unit when they are finished the Transportation unit. For the next while, the class will be working on fractions in Math. In spare time at school, and at home, the students will be working hard on their speeches. Miss Pitcher will pick the two best speeches and they will compete at the school competition. The judging will be hard, but may the best speeches be chosen ! French Enrichment Trip By Lisa Gowans "Bonjour," said Tyler Stokes and Rebecca Rowland, two of the Grade Five students chosen to go to Central Public School for the Board-Wide French Enrichment activities. They participated in fun French learning experiences. Different school students from all over Bowmanville went to be part of the activities. The purpose of the trip was to give the students an extra challenge and to help improve French skills. Mrs. Bennett On Leave By Natalie Axelson One of our teachers, Mrs. Bennett, left the school last week. Mrs. Bennett is going to have a baby. Her students like her very much and she will be missed. Hopefully, she will be back next year. Replacing her is Mrs. N. La Chanse. Coming Events By Natalie Axelson * Boys' and Girls' Volleyball Tournament - Friday, February 8 and Saturday, February 9 at Bowmanville High School. * Professional Activity Day - Friday, February 22. * Children's Theatre Group - "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" (a.m.) Monday, February 18. * Junior Division Hot Dog Day - Wednesday, February 20. * W.P.S. Public Speaking Finals - Friday, February 8. CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE NOTICE OF HIGHWAY CLOSING AND CONVEYANCE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NEWCASTLE at a meeting to be held in Court Room H2, Police and Fire Building, 132 Church Street, Bowmanville, Ontario, on Monday, the 25th day of February 1985, at the hour ol 7:00 p.m. in the afternoon, propose to pass a by-law to stop-up and close and to authorize the sale ol all ol the open Lambert Street road allowance between Queen Street and Prince Street, in the former Town ol Bowmanville, now in the Town ol Newcastle, more particularly designated as Part 2, Plan 10R-1858, and described as follows: ALL AND SINGULAR that certain parcel or tract ol land and premises, lying and being in the Town of Newcastle, in the Regional Municipality of Durham, Province of Ontario, and being composed of that portion of opened Lambert Street, between Queen Street and Prince Street, in the former Town of Bowmanville, Bowmanville, more particularly designated as Part Two (2) on Plan 10R-1858, deposited in the Land Registry Office for the Registry Division of Newcastle (No. 10), on July 10th, 1984. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE, that before passing the said by-law, Council or a Committee of Council, shall hear in person, or by his Counsel, Solicitor or Agent, any person who claims that his land will be prejudicially affected by this bylaw, bylaw, and who applies to be heard. Dated at the Town of Newcastle this 16th day of January 1985. David W. Oakes, B.A., A.M.C.T., Town Clerk Town of Newcastle 40 Temperance Street Date of First Publication: Bowmanville, Ontario January 16th, 1985. File: 77.44.131. H&R BLOCK TAX REFUND BUYING SERVICE expertly prepared tax return free-of-charge plus 85% of your refund. Ask about Cash Back, the tax refund buying service from H&R Block. 111 KING ST.E. BOWMANVILLE 623-6957 (BESIDE LEGION) Lloyd chooses his fastest, healthiest dogs to lead two handsome huskies are waiting for their mas- the team of eight knowing full well that they set ter's cue before they take off. the pace for the rest of the dogs to follow. These "'"V- '«&>; J M Although the Miller's live out in the country, of the team was taken after a quick spin around Lloyd still has to pack up his whole team and truck the block. In competition these Huskies can ex- thein to either the Hurkcton orGanaraska ski-doo coed speeds of 25 miles per hour, trails for their daily training sessions. This shot Owners and Dogs En joy Racing Schedule Dog sled racing is a way of life for Ruth and Lloyd Miller who have been involved in the sport for over seven years now. Of course, the Millers aren't the only ones who love to race as we can by Catherine Denny The thrill of speed, the ultimate ultimate feeling of control and a blinding desire to win are at the heart of every minute minute of every hour Lloyd Miller spends training his team of Siberian huskies. Competition, for dog sled racers like Lloyd, is much more than just an expensive and demanding hobby, it's actually a way of life; a way of life he wouldn't give up for the world. Although Mr. Miller does hold down a steady job as foreman of Glen-Kirk Maintenance, all of his spare time is devoted to the daily feeding and proper training of his high-quality dogs. "I spend at least three hours a day with the huskies," huskies," explained Lloyd, adding adding that, "each time I take them for a run I have to load them up into the truck and drive them to the trails out atGanaraska orBurketon." Lloyd's wife, Ruth, also helps take care of the dogs and enjoys travelling with her husband to the competitions competitions which are held province province wide. "It's a lot of work, but there's nothing more exciting exciting or rewarding than entering entering a competition against other dog racers," said Ruth. The Millers became involved involved in the sport over seven years ago after purchasing purchasing one huskie which they intended to keep as a see by the affectionate kisses Ruth is receiving from the dogs after taking them out for a quick run with the sled. house pet. Today they have over 14 Siberian huskies, all in tip-top condition, and all used for racing purposes. purposes. Now the Hampton residents residents enter their team in competition just about every weekend, usually racing racing in an eight dog class. A team of this size can achieve speeds of 25 miles per hour. Preparation for the race includes driving to the designated designated trail, paying an entry fee, hooking up the dogs to the sled, and trying to control those annoying twinges that always seem to irritate a racer's stomach just before a race. "It doesn't matter how ready I am for a race, I al ways get butterflies in my stomach the morning of the competition," explained Lloyd. "I still get nervous anticipating the excitement of a race, and I probably always always will," he continued. Although most of the competitions competitions that the Millers enter offer a sizeable purse, winning it wouldn't account for half of their expenditures expenditures for raising and keeping keeping the dogs. "We don't do it for the money, although it is nice to win," said Lloyd. "We really just race for the love of the sport." Of course, Ruth and Lloyd would have to win a purse valued at over $10,000 just to break even on all their dog-racing expenditures. Ruth Miller spends much of her time training, feeding and grooming her Siberian huskies for competitive dog sled races. Ruth is pictured here with one of the lead dogs just before a training session. Feeding the dogs alone costs at least 40 cents per dog per day, each receiving a high nutrition meal consisting consisting of chicken, beef, and fish, with a side order of multiple vitamins, vitamin C tablets, and some wheat germ oil. In all, 20 pounds of protein-enriched protein-enriched meat is required required each day to keep the 14 hungry dogs in healthy condition. This is not including including the occasional pieces of loin granted to the dogs for a special treat now and again. But as far as Ruth is concerned, concerned, dog racing is well worth the money because it is something that the whole family can enjoy. "My son is also very enthusiastic enthusiastic about the sport and often races our huskies in the three dog class, explained Ruth. "This gives us a common interest and event that we can all participate participate in together." Although the Millers are happy just to be competing on a small scale for now, they admit that one day they may devote themselves to the sport professionally. "Who knows what will happen a few years down the line," said Lloyd. "I know men who are still racing racing at 75 years of age; maybe I'll be like one of them." Patrick G. Deegan DENTURE THERAPY CLINIC 5 GEORGE STREET BOWMANVILLE 623-4473 or 263-2026 WARMUP YOUR HOME WITH NATIONAL DRAPERY TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SPECIAL SAVINGS ON ALL IN STOCK FABRICS WHILE THEY LAST... Sfieccal *?eatune4 Choose from our bestsellers line of imported Tergal, Linçn and Boucle Sheers, all truly custom made with luxurious triple fullness, french cafe pleats and double rolled (>" hems for the perfect hang. Popular Decorator Colours include White, Ivory, Champagne, Natural. $16.-$25. Per Finished Foot Includes Pabric & labour National Drapery Lully Custom Made Fabric And P.V.C. 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