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i i V i 8 The Canadian Statesman. Bowmanvillc, March 2.1988 Section Two LETTER TO THE EDITOR Eastern Star Marks 60th Anniversary with Hospital Donation Dear Editor: . Abortions have increased at a staggering rate in recent years. There are now an estimated estimated fifty million or more abortions each year worldwide. worldwide. Eleven million a year in China alone. In the United States, in the decade since a Supreme Court decision pro- viaed for abortion on demand, demand, the number of abortions abortions has increased threefold. We have come to a time when the taking of an unborn unborn human life for nonmed- - ical reasons has been tolerated, tolerated, made legal, and accepted in many countries of the world.-But making it legal to destroy newly conceived life will never make it right. It is consummately wrong. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints says it is not suprising that the Savior foresaw the iniquity iniquity of our day. He prophesied prophesied that our time would be characterized by a condition of diminishing human warmth and sensitivity. Said Jesus, "And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold." (Matt, 24:12) Wanton abortion is a dramatic symptom of love growing cold, it is evidence of people drifting further ana further away from our Father in Heaven's counsel and influence. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints vigorously opposes abortion and has repeatedly condemned condemned it. We take the solemn solemn view that any tampering tampering with the foundation of life is serious, morally, mentally, mentally, psychologically, physically. physically. "The Church opposes abortion as one of the most revolting and sinful practices practices of this day. Members must not submit to, be a party to, or perform an abortion. The only exceptions are the rare cases where, in the opinion of competent medical counsel, counsel, the life or health of the woman is in jeopardy or the pregnancy resulted from incest incest or rape. Even then, the woman should consider an abortion only after counseling counseling with her husband and Bishop, and receiving divine confirmation through prayer." Abortion flourishes in a degenerative climate of permissiveness permissiveness and immorality. The Book of Mormon vividly vividly portrays what can happen when people cease to serve God and deliberately choose to disobey His commandments. commandments. Commenting on society's growing antipathy toward having children, one writer has said, "I believe this evident evident denial of reproduction is creating a repression of what is normal and natural to human experience. "It is a repression that is in turn creating an atmosphere of cynicism, psychological indulgence and harshness toward those who do have children." Church leaders have counselled us to work thoughtfully and vigorously to reverse society's slide. ONTARIO GOVERNMENT NOTICE NOTICE EQUIPMENT OWNERS, CONTRACTORS RENTAL COMPANIES, ETC. Requests will be received for "Equipment Registration Forms" to list various types of Equipment available for hire or tender to the Ministry throughout the Port Hope District maintenance area. ■ Registration Forms and return envelopes may be obtained in person, mail or telephone from the District Purchasing Office, 138 Hope Street North, P.O. Box 150, Port Hope, Ontario, L1A 3W3, Telephone (416) 885-6381, Ext. 54. When requesting above forms, please state number of and type of equipment available; i.e. dozer, loader, excavator, etc., as the registration form differs for each type of equipment. Note: Only those Owners registered with the Ministry for the year 1988 will be contacted wfien Equipment is required. Ministry of Transportation They have pointedly told us that the complexity of the problems we face in society does not absolve us from taking taking action. In 1968, the First Presidency Presidency of our church counselled" counselled" "We urge our members members to do their civic duty and to assume their responsibilities responsibilities as individual citizens citizens in seeking solutions to the problems which beset our cities and communities. "With our wide ranging mission, so far as mankind is Summer Jobs Available for Local Youth A total of $45.8 million will be spent to create 62,000 summer jobs for young peo- E le in Ontario through three linistry of Skills Development Development programs. "Summer employment is vital for Ontario's students, not only for the earnings which make it possible for many to return to college or university, but also for the hands-on work experience these jobs provide. "Employers who hire summer students are making making an important investment in the future workforce of the province, and that benefits benefits everyone, "Mr. Curling said. The three programs are: Start-up offers up to $3,000, interest-free loans to students starting their own summer businesses. Information Information on Student Start Up will be sent this month to Ontario Ontario high schools arid postsecondary postsecondary institutions. Approximately Approximately 1,500 students are expected to take part in this $900,000 program. Ontario Summer Employment Employment pays qualified employers employers a wage subsidy of $1.25 an hour toward the salaries salaries of young people hired for new summer jobs. The subsidy is available for hiring hiring extra young people in addition to the ones an employer employer would normally hire during the summer. Employers Employers who have participated in the program in the past will receive information this month about this year's program. program. About 53,000 jobs through 30,000 employers will be created by tne $30 million program. "These summer jobs will enable young people to gain valuable work experience, get training for future careers careers and develop new, worthwhile skills," said Mr. Curling. 1QQQ EAST CENTRAL FARM SHOW Fenelon Township Community Centre Cambray MARCH 9 and 10 Wednesday, March 9 Thursday, March 10 12 noon -9:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Over 50 exhibitors of interest to the farm community. Fenelon Township Community Centre 5 km west of Lindsay on Hwy. #7, turn north 7 km to Cambray, on the Cambray Rd. Admission: $1.00 per adult Soil and Crop - Carrying Members . FREE Sponsored by the East Central Soil and Crop Improvement Association Travel Agents International 1 DISCOVERING THE BAHAMAS. W-. ITS SO MUCH BETTER WITH THOMSON. Thomson BAHAMAS CRUISES. ïamson 3 and 4 Nights from $399.°° You'll sail from Nassau on board the MTS JASON exploring the many Islands and secluded beaches throughout The Bahamas. Every amenity you expect In a cruise ship Is available lor you to enjoy on board Including swimming pool, lounges, nightclub and casino. Tbu can also combine your cruise package with specially priced add-on land packages. , W FOR DETAILS, CALL OR VISIT THOMSON'S BAHAMAS CRUISES... □ R0UNL' TRIP NON STOP FLIGHT FROM TORONTO TO NASSAU VIA CANADIAN □ IN FLIGHT MEALS AND COMPLIMENTARY BAR SERVICE. □ ROUND TRIP TRANSFERS FROM NASSAU AIRPORT TO THE JASON. CI 3.40R7 NIGIIIS ACCOMMODATION AS SELECTED ON BOARD HIE JASON. □ ALL MEALS ON BOARD SHIR MINIMUM OF FOUR PER DAY. □ DAILY HAPPY HOUR. P CAPTAIN'S COCKTAIL PARTY. □ EXCITING ON BOARD ENTERTAINMENT. P CASINO GAMING WHILE AT SEA. □ SPECTACULAR SIGHTSEEING IN SOME OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WATERS IN THE WORLD, ...AND MUCH MORE Jit's Better in The Bahamas Travel Agents International VELTRI COMPLEX 68 King St. E., Bowmanville V-x == 623-6600 V lhomson Vacations ,« concerned, Church members cannot ignore the many practical problems that require require solution if our families are to live in an environment conducive to spirituality. "Where solutions to these practical problems require cooperative action with those not of our faith, members members should not be reticent in doing their part in joining and leading in those efforts where they can make an individual individual contribution to those causes which are consistant consistant with the standards of the church." Some may argue that because because a still-born or aborted child has never cried the wail of a newborn, never felt the warmth of a mother's or father's embrace, never breathed the breath of life in our world, then the child is lees than one that has. This Is Not True!! At day one of human conception, conception, the fertilized egg cell is no bigger than a dot. It is a cell even though it is minute. The American Educator claims, "to be alive, an object must have certain characteristics characteristics which distinguish it from non-living things." The characteristics are called properties. A living thing has four properties. It must have the property of growth and the property of reproduction. The property of irritability must also be present. This means it responds responds in a definite way to change in surroundings. A fourth and very important important property is metabolism, which is a process whereby the living matter exchanges materials with its surroundings surroundings in order to gain energy and attain growth. From the first day of conception, conception, the fertilized egg cell has the four properties of a 1 living thing. Given the right circumstances -- and God willing -- a healthy child.will develop and make its debut into this world nine months later. Abortion is a serious symptom of people and societies societies out of tune with Heavenly Heavenly Father's plan for human human progress and happiness. Inspired counsel directs us to use our lives and personal influence in helping others choose an abundant life. Sincerely, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Submitted by Bowmanville Bowmanville Branch. The Order of the Eastern Star has observed its 60th anniversary with a $1,000 donation to the Memorial Memorial Hospital Foundation. Marjorie Couch, vice president president of the Foundation, was on hand last month to accept the cheque from Worthy Matron Jean Sumersford and Worthy Patron Ken Sumersford. Other members of the Eastern Star Durham Chapter #181 are looking on. BROOKLIN N e Winchester CM WHITBY +• INTERNATIONAL EQUIPMENT LTD The New 1988 MAGNUM means more. 1 DURING NOON HOUR - 1) More telephone lines into our business to serve you better. 2) First of March will be open during noon hour. 3) See our parts SPECIAL OF THE MONTH 4) Now a full line CASE ih dealership. 5) Compact tractors, from 18 - 27 HP. 6) Full line of CASE UNI loaders. 7) Full line of lubricants 8) Full selection of top quality batteries. 9) Hydraulic hose & fittings made up while you wait. See our full range of hydraulic cylinders. 10) Good line of used farm equipment. Business hours as from March 1st, 1988 Mon. - Frl. 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. - noon y±-\ CASE IH welcomes HUB INTERNATIONAL EQUIPMENT LTD. to our winning team. Box 189, Brooklin, Ontario, LOB 1C0 (416) 655-8401 or 655-4401 Stop in soon for a friendly chat. We're proud to have this progressive new dealership on our sidè. As you'll discover, they're out to help you build a more productive future with Case IH agricultural equipment designed to outperform anything in the field. And they stand ready to back it all with parts, service and flexible financing plans. We think they are an important addition to this farming and business community. Stop in and meet them. We think you'll agree wholeheartedly. J I Case A Tenneco Company 700 State Street Racine, Wl 53404 U.S.A. mm