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2 The Canadian Statesman. Bmvmanville. March I. I!IH!) Hydro Meetings Suspended Tricky Test for Ontario Street Students From page 1 other reason cited Monday night for suspending the meetings. Council has decided to request legal information regarding the options available to prevent the start-up of reactors reactors until the town has been provided provided with emergency plans. Ms. Stickley said council has received received the "in-station" emergency plans developed by Ontario Hydro. She added that off site emergency plans are the responsibility of the Province and the Region. She said Ontario Hydro offers financial financial and other assistance in developing those plans. Although the emergency response plans are still in the draft stage at the Region, she said, in her understanding the Region and the Province are satisfied satisfied with what has been done. Councillor Hamre said the emergency emergency response plans the Region has dealt with have been in connection with the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station. She said people keep asking "What about Darlington?" Newcastle Council Highlights Newcastle council was asked on Monday night to offer special recognition to a day, a week and a month on behalf of three organizations. organizations. The Oshawa and District Labor Council asked to have April 28 proclaimed as a "Day of Mourning" for workers workers injured, disabled or killed on the job. Council agreed to the Labor Council's Council's request. Rather than requesting proclamation of a specific week, John Bakins, minister Events Being Planned for Heritage Week One year ago, a group of citizens of the Town of Newcastle Newcastle initiated plans for a ' special celebration which would bring together all areas areas of the municipality. Some of the members of that group, the Heritage '89 Committee, attended tfew- castle council Monday night to provide councillors with an update on the activities planned for Heritage Week. Fleurette Simmonds, chairperson of the Heritage '89 Committee, said there is a wide variety of special events planned during the week ofMay 26 -June 3, beginning beginning with a gala opening. She said "It will be a week to renew old acquaintances acquaintances and to make new friends." Some of the events planned for that week include include an opening day parade, parade, a pancake breakfast, a flea market and a beef barbecue. barbecue. Mayor Marie Hubbard said council was looking forward forward to participating in the event and suggested the committee contact the mayor's mayor's office if they need her assistance. of municipal affairs, wrote to advise council that Local Government Week will be held in Ontario from April 10-15. Finally, the president of the Durham East unit of the Oshawa branch of the Canadian Canadian Red Cross Society, Gene Kiernicki, asked council council to designate March as Red Cross Month. Council approved of the designations and agreed to have the proclamations advertised advertised in accordance with town policy. A meeting is to be held between members of Newcastle Newcastle council and the Durham Durham Regional Police in order order to discuss policing concerns in the municipality. municipality. Councillors decided to arrange arrange a meeting after the new chief of police, David Edwards, wrote to council requesting a discussion of policing problems in the area. Councillor Diane Hamre approved of the meeting, saying "I think it is important important to sit down with them (the police) and let them know what our concerns are." The session will include not only members of council and the chief of police but also senior officers from Bowmanville's 16 Division. Mayor Marie Hubbard said trie police presence is strong in Newcastle and added that she was pleased to see council endorsing a meeting with the chief. She called Chief Edwards "a strong follow-up to Chief Jenkins." I Tidbits front Around the 1 • • • , • ■ - ~ J WIIITBY -- Mr. Dressup, a favourite of thousands of Canadian preschoolers, is coming to the Durham Region to perform live with his sidekicks Casey and Finnegan. He will be at Henry Street High School for three daytime performances on Saturday, March 4. The popular entertainer will be in Oshawa on April 30 at Eastdale Collegiate. WHITBY --- Whitby's hesitation to extend Manning Road eastward to connect with Adelaide Ave. in Oshawa provoked a rebuke from some Oshawa councillors councillors at a recent regional works committee meeting. meeting. Jim Potticary and Linda Dionne said that Oshawa had extended Adelaide to the Oshawa- Whitby border at its own expense in expectation of Whitby doing the same with Manning Road. But Whitby councillor Marcel Brunellc said that Whitby could not afford to extend the road without a financial financial agreement between Whitby, Oshawa, and the region. Works Commissioner Bill Twelvctrees re-, ported that construction of a bridge over Corbett Creek to allow for the extension will push the cost to over $3 million. Students at Ontario Street Public School enjoyed various activities during their winter carnival week held at the school February 20-24. Last Thursday, students participated in a number of activities such as pictionary contests, mural painting and a science lab. Pictured here are students of various grades taking part in a donut eating contest. Toastmasters Welcome Four Members At the Bowmanville Toastmasters meeting of February 21 four new members members were inducted by the Administrative Vice- President , Toastmaster Connie Nelson. We, the members of the Bowmanville Bowmanville Toastmasters Club, pledge to support Hugh Nelson, Nelson, Lou Maydem, Pat Pringle Pringle and Florence Armitage in their quest for self- development. Table topics Master Hugh Laing spoke to us of tne mystery involved in the Eng lish language to those of another another mother tongue. We were told to listen and communicate communicate more effectively. Several potentially confusing confusing examples which were offered offered as a challenge included: included: "He said he had a hoarse voice. I hope he wasn't hurt by the animal" "Someone cried 'duck'!. T looked up into the sky and hit my head," and "He said he gunned his car. I wonder where the bullet hit. Due to a number of unforeseen unforeseen circumstances, we When Help is Needed Red Cross is There "March is Red Cross Red Cross programmes and Month" and The Canadian services provide physical Red Cross Society is asking and emotional assistance to Canadians to stop and think those in need. These servic- what their community, and es include ; the short-term Wintario Feb. 23 draw: 094420 square for $200,000; 094420 for $100,000; 05613 for$1000; 8366 for $100; 598 for $10 prizes; Winfall is 94. Lottario Feb. 25 draw: 8,17, 20 23, 29, 34 Bonus 36. Lotto 649 Feb. 25 draw: 4,11,27,31, 36, 49. Bonus 21. These numbers are unollicial Sponsored by North End Jug City 101 Liberty St. N„ Bowmanville Telephone 623-6550 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK" Videos, Cards Lotto 649 and Lottario the world, would be like without tne services "of "the Red Cross. Across the country, the Society is hard at work every every day helping Canadians through a variety of programmes programmes and services. Red Cross helps thousands of Canadians to a healthier life by collecting, testing, processing processing ana distributing blood and blood products. It provides emergency assistance assistance during local disasters, trains people in first aid and oners courses in water and boating safety. Throughout its history, the Red Cross has dealt with the most urgent human needs. A humanitarian organization organization begun in the late 19th century to assist wounded soldiers, Red Cross volunteers are still working hard to prevent and relieve suffering; help the victims of disaster; and promote good health in Ontario communities communities and around the world. In local neighbourhoods, loan of wheelchairs and crutches; Meals on Wheels; Homemaker Services; visitation visitation programmes for veterans veterans and disabled persons; and transportation services for those who are otherwise housebound. To avoid duplication duplication of services, Red Cross works with other organizations organizations and if need be, refers specialized cases to the appropriate agency. Red Cross comes face to face with need every day. The March campaign is a reminder reminder to Canadians that all Red Cross services depend depend on public support. The generous and humanitarian spirit of Canadians helps make a difference for thousands thousands of people, here in Canada Canada and around the world, who depend on the Red Cross for assistance. This March remember - "When help is needed. The Red Cross". Support your local Red Cross branch - part of your United Way family. Read All About It! In the Pages of The Canadian Statesman A subscription to The Canadian Statesman keeps you informed of all the local news, sports and advertising specials in your community. Subscription Order Form Name:. Address:, New □ or Renewal LU Postal Code Telephone No.. 12 months- $20.00 6 months-$11.00 Foreign-$60.00 Please pay by cheque, VISA, Mastercard, or money order. VISA/MC Number Expiry Date Please clip out and return this form with your payment I - Zfc Canadian Statesman P.O. Box 190, 62 King Street West Bowmanville, Ontario, LIO 3K9 623-3303 Your Community Newspaper Since 1854 had only one Canada Day speech contestant, Toastmaster Toastmaster Lou Maydem. As one who chose to adopt Canada as his homeland, he gave a very moving talk upon her wonders. We wish mm luck as he goes on to compete in the area contest. Two toastmasters volunteered volunteered to deliver impromptu speeches of three to five minutes. Topics were chosen by President Helen Bryden and were presented to the speakers as they were introduced. introduced. Toastmaster Magaret Kropf spoke of the different interpretations of the word "blue 1 ' and Toastmaster Wanda Phillips delivered her views on "schedules". Impromptu speeches are a challenging exercise at Toastmasters. They compel us to organize our thoughts in a logical and interesting way without prior preparation,. preparation,. In the world of business business and leisure alrpost everyone everyone is asked at some time to "say a few words'll, and the practice we have. at Toastmasters Toastmasters has improved our ability to do so, and! reduced the amount of stres/i we suffer suffer when are "put on the spot". Most people experience some anxiety before giving a talk, and the effects of the sudden rush of adrenalin- rapid heartbeat, racing pulse, a bit of perspiration- may even enhance their performance. performance. However, in others, others, this natural anxiety about a new situation may develop into a fullblown fullblown phobia. A phobia is defined as an irrational fear of an object or situation which is not inherently dangerous. dangerous. A number of bps for dealing with public speaking fears include avoiding caffeine caffeine before speaking, getting getting plenty of rest the night before, dressing comfortably, talking about what you know, and taking advantage of every opportunity to speak. Toastmasters call it "rising to the challenge" and each peak we scale makes the others seem less formidable. formidable. The person who sparked the business session was Past-president Irene Konzel- mann. Best evaluator for the evening was Nellie VanVald- huizen. the best speaker and table topics awards went to Margaret Kropf. Lou Maydem Maydem won the Canada Day Contest trophy. Bowmanville Toasbn asters asters meet every Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. sharp at the Lions community centre on Beech Street , Bowmanville. Bowmanville. Guests are most welcome. welcome. Please contact Toastmasters Toastmasters Helen Bryden at 434-8397 or Irene Konzel- mann at 983-9423 for more information. Margaret Kropf, Public Relations OSHAWA --William Peel, head of car and truck assembly assembly operations for General Motors in Oshawa, has been named general director of the GM diesel division in London, Ontario. A long-time employee, Mr. Peel has worked in Ste. Therese, Quebec and Windsor, Ontario in addition to his various duties in Oshawa. OSHAWA -- Having fought hard for a 12-lane 401 through Oshawa, that city's councillors have endorsed endorsed a provincial plan for expansion to only 10 lanes. The city's politicians opted for a more moderate-sized moderate-sized expansion rather than continuing the fight and risking losing funding for a full interchange at Stevenson Road. The province refused to build a full collector and express lane system, saying it was too costly and not needed. Residents living along the 401 were hoping for the larger expansion because because the province then would have had to buy their homes. 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