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4 y \ The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, February 6,1991 11 Blackstock Curlers Busy Six more weeks of winter j) ur j iam East N.D.P. to v , z • nnmh#»r nf children seated at the Blackstock and Area News by Joyce Kelly Vm tnni ■; The twelfth annual Bob Fletcher Fletcher Memorial Bonspiel was held on Saturday at the local arena with excellent curling fellowship. Grace was sung by Lindsey Crowder and Dayna MacLeod before a delicious dinner and served by the members of the Ladies' Curling League. President President Dale VanCamp called on Mark Graham to thank the ladies. The winning team, Peter Duivesteyn, Jill Leach, Tony Duivesteyn and Paul McIntyre, ■ was presented with the Fletcher trophy by Scott Fletcher, his mother Pat and sister Diana. It must be noted that Tony only , began curling a few years ago as i a "mature learner." In second place, with only score differentiation seperating them, was the rink of Dale, Valerie and Janet VanCamp and Lawrence McLaughlin. Third place was taken by Tara Bailey, Dan Harding, Harding, Joy Werry and Terry Taylor with Grant and Heather McLaughlin and Neil and Kathy McLaughlin in fourth. Fifth place was won by Alice and Jim Waldriff and Donna and Dave Kyte with Craig Larmer, Harvey and Joan Graham and Dave Aldred taking sixth place. Dale thanked Pat and her family family for supporting the Bdnspiel in such a generous way. He also announced announced that the Kelly Mixed Spiel will be Monday and Tuesday evenings, March 18 and 19. Many local residents were saddened saddened to learn of the passing of native son, Orville. Stinson suddenly suddenly at his home in Chesley. Sympathy is extended to his wife and family as well as to his many cousins in this area. Sympathy also is extended to Glen and Cecial Malcolm of Edmonton Edmonton on the passing of their daughter Linda. Glen lived on the farm where Linda and Roy Brad- burn live and went to school here. Sorry to learn of the passing of Janet VanCamp's aunt in the Meaford area last week. She and Dale attended the funeral on Friday. Ann Taylor returned home from a most enjoyable Denure Tour holiday in Florida. Many from, the Enniskillen and Bowmanville areas Were fellow travellers on this delightful jaunt into the sunny south. On Wednesday evening, about forty enjoyed the annual Men's dinner at the United Church C.E. Room. Following the delicious dinner prepared by the U.C.W. everyone enjoyed a lively singsong led by Dale Davis.The speaner uvm uemac nvuse spone of the challenges his board faces in today's troubled society. Gerald and Joyce Kelly, Elaine Kelly were Friday evening dinner guests of Peter and Elizabeth Peelers and Courtney, along with Rev. Susan Sheen. Susan was a high school teacher for many years here in Blackstock. She now is the Rector of the Millbrook Anglican pastoral charge. There were 16 tables for the weekly euchre party on Tuesday evening. High score went to Doreen Ferguson with the fine score of 91. Other winners were Earla Hill, Gladys Potts, Leslie Johnston, Anne Fee, Ray Gimblett and Jean Fee, low. Draws were won by Albert Watts, Jean Fee, Muriel Butson, Norman Rohrer, Gladys Potts, Ruby Cochrane and Leslie Johnston. If you wish to enjoy an evening of euchre with fine fellowship, beat the Town Hall before 8 p.m. on Tuesday evenings. The Early Bird Gets The... FILM? FREE ROLL OF FILM with any purchase The first 10 customers every day starting Feb. 7 to Feb. 28,1991, will receive a 12 exposure film FREE. (1 roll per customer per day). (Charge accounts do not qualify for this offer) Lange's Photo Lab Inc. 31 King St. W. 623-2568 Bowmanville PERSONAL CHEQUES Hit Nestleton-Caesarea News by Mabel Cawker Bits and Pieces HEAD INJURY ASSOC. MEETS -- The Head Injury Association of Durham Region will hold a support group meeting on Wednesday, February 20. It takes place in Whitby Baptist Church, on Gilbert St., at 7:30 p.m. ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS MEET » A meeting of the Durham Environmental Network (DEN) will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 20, in Courtroom #1 above the Bowmanville Fire Station. DEN is being formed to bring together a variety of concerned groups and individuals from Durham Region Region to work co-operatively on environmental issues, share ideas, and effect positive change through public education and political action. A number of environmental environmental committees from the Town of Newcastle have been invited to attend and make presentations beginning beginning at nine p.m. Members of the public are also welcome welcome to attend and participate. Well! the groundhog saw his shadow on Saturday, February 2nd - a beautifully sunny day - when the comings and goings of groundhogs are supposed to determine an early or late spring. According to tradition, if it sees its shadow, the groundhog returns to its hole for six more weeks of winter. However I There is one consolation consolation for winter sports lovers. The new Port Perry Open Air Ice Palace will be a source of pleasure from many residents of Scugog and visitors from other areas; who delight to lace on the skates and enjoy an hour or so of real fun! A great idea and congratulations congratulations are in order; to everyone who has had a part in creating this popular Open Air Ice Palace! Nestleton Presbyterian Church The regular 11 a.m. service was conducted by Rev. Wm. Fairley with Joyce Taylor playing the piano. The Sunday school story on the 4th book of the Bible "Numbers" called attention to the number of the tribes of Israel and that we should be numbered among the family of our Lord. The congregation was reminded reminded of Robbie Bums' birthday - January 25 in 1797, and his writings on the inhumanities of man to man. Today we can look to Psalm 62 for the reassurance we need in these troubled times. "Truly my soul waiteth upon God." Following a soup and sandwich luncheon, Rev. Fairley chaired the Annual Congregational Meeting, with Joyce Taylor voted in as Secretary. Reports were received from all departments of the church, and officers returned to any existing vacancies. Printed reports were available to church members. Rev. Fairley closed the meeting with prayer. Parties and Such Sam & Mabel Cawker, at the old farm home, Scugog Pt. Road, "hosted" a lively birthday celebration for son Grant Cawker on Sunday afternoon and evening. Special guests were wife Mer- na & daughter Cathy of Oshawa, son Curtis and wife Christine Cawker and pretty new baby, "Merisa Catherine, Cobourg, and Guest Speaker At B & P Club Members of the Bowmanville Bowmanville Business ,and Professional Professional Women's Club listened listened with great interest as Joan Whyte Elliott, Account Executive for the Investors' Group, \explained some of the pitfalls and advantages of investing for retirement. 'Tier financial qualifications include experience as Administrator Administrator of Executive Compensation and Executive Executive Assistant to the V.P. of finance of General Motors of Canada. Her humorous comments comments made the presentation presentation lively and effective. We were also pleased to officially officially welcome four new members: members: Carol Alder, Wendy Martin, Cathy Oliver and Gail Yeomans. February is the month in which members of the Business Business and Professional Women's Women's Clubs recall the history and accomplishments of the International Federation of BPW. Our guest speaker usually reflects this international international theme. This year the International Motif comes with a twist. Our guest speaker will be Bob'Beck who was a reluctant guest of Iraq's President Saddam Hussein. We cordially invite you to attend the dinner meeting on Thursday, February February 21st, 1991, at the Lions Lions Centre on Beech Ave. Social hour at 6:00 p.m. followed followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. Reserve your tickets by calling calling Roxy Barnes at 623- 2288 or Helen Devitt at 623- 3915 by February 18th. brother Alan and wife Eleanor Cawker of Oshawa. After a tasty meal, and gifts opened and Happy Happy Birthday sung, much visiting and reminiscing was the order of the day. Our "best wishes" to Grant for a great year ahead! Neta Fish, Cadmus, went to Lindsay during the week, shopped, shopped, and joined her daughter Audrey Leishman of Reaboro, for a lovely luncheon at the Bonfire. A great visit was enjoyed; catching catching up on family news. The Sam Cawkers had an interesting interesting visit with friend Ralph Sadler during the week at the farmstead, Scugog Pt. Rd„ Nestleton United Church Sunday morning, February 3, at 11:15 a.m., saw an excellent attendance attendance on Nestleton United with Arlene Malcolm and girls welcoming at the door. Rev. Dale Davis in the pulpit, gave the call to worship, follow- 1 ed by the quintet, composed of Janice MacKenzie, Regenia Walker, Kay Notman, Kathy Tromans and Shirley Jackson singing "At the Setting of the Sun" with the able pianist Carol Mairs at the piano. THE NORTHUMBERLAND AND NEWCASTLE BOARD OF EDUCATION KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Junior and Senior Kindergarten registration for the Port Hope A.S.G. area schools will be held as indicated in the following schedule, (Children currently enrolled in Junior Kindergarten need not apply for Kindergarten.) School Newcastle P. S. (Lockhart Campus) Orono P.S. Kirby P.S. Newtonvllle P.S. 1. Telephone 9874262 983-5006 983-5802 986-2550 Date 18 Feb. 19 Feb. 19 Feb. 20 Feb. 9:00-12:00 9:00-12:00 9:00-12:00 9:00-12:00 Time 1:00-3:00 1:00-3:00 1:00-3:00 1:00-3:00 Children four years of age on or before 31 December 1991 may be registered. Proof of age (birth certificate, official birth registration notice, etc.) is required. 2. Please bring written proof of health records indicating Immunization dates. 3. Proof of public school support should be produced at the time of registration (tax bill, property tax, or property tax notice). 4. Precise information regarding location of residence and postal code is Important. Rural residents require lot and concession numbers. 5. Parents are requested to telephone the school for an appointment time. Trudy Lum Superintendent of Instruction (Program) The minister spoke to the large number of children seated at the front of the church, advising them to set a good example; following God's word. Rev. Dale presented a timely sermon - thoughtful and of interest re - "Respecting others beliefs; feasting on God's Word" - good advice for all! The Sacrament of Holy Com- munion was observed with Clerk of Session Richard MacKenzie and Board of Steward member Robert Mairs assisting the minister. Communion hymn "Friends of God" was sung. Offering Offering received by Ken Weir & Steven Mairs. Service closed with Benediction and Three Fold Amen. Announcements: An executive meeting for General U.C.W. to be held at Arlene Malcolm's home on Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m.. February 6. The afternoon unit of the U.C.W. will meet at the home of Anne Emerson on Tuesday, February 12 at 1:30 p.m.. The Honeydale Branch of the Women's Institute will meet at the Port Perry Anglican Church Hall on Thursday, February 7 at 2 p.m., with Clara Warren and group in charge. Roll Call: Bring a clipping re - Current Events 1 Motto: Nothing is politically right which is moraUy wrong. Special guest, District President Helen McKean. Hear Cabinet Minister The Honorable Peter Kor- mos, Ontario's Minister of Financial Institutions, will be the guest speaker at the Durham East NDP Provincial Provincial Riding Association Annual Annual General Meeting on Sunday, Feb. 24. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in the Lecture Hall l'eus) at Durham College, gree from York University and a diploma in social work from Niagara. College. He practiced criminal law until .oeing elected as a Welland city councillor in 1985. He has also served on boards of directors of the Big Brothers of Niagara South and Community Legal Services Services of Niagara South. During tne annual general general meeting members will elect the local riding association's association's executive for the next year and will review its con- ' stitution. Durham East MPP Gord Mills, who is the Parliamentary Assistant to Solicitor General Mike Far- nan, will also discuss his first six months as the local member of parliament. Mr. Kormos will be speaking in the Lecture Hall at approximately 7:30 p.m. There is no admission cost, although donations will be accepted. Interested members members of the public are welcome welcome to attend. For more information about the meeting or the local local riding association, please call 986-5441, 983-6094 or 623-6377. BEST RRSP RATE 10.375% 18 MONTHS CHAMP Program Marks 15 th Year The War Amps of Canada would like Canadians to join with them in celebrating their Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program's 15th anniversary by sharing in a song that is close to the children's children's hearts. The Champ youngsters have a theme song called "I Will Grow Stronger" and the Association Association has released it to radio stations across the country for all to hear. The theme song captures the spirit of CHAMP: a program program for child amputees that has been built uipong The War Amps tradition of "amputees helping amputees." amputees." Every child who enrols enrols in CHAMP receives a tape of the "I Will Grow Stronger" song. The song's encouraging lyrics have helped many children in learning to cope with their amputations. The determination and courage of 11-year-old Chris Koch, the CHAMP Ambassa- dor-at-Large for CHAMP, have brought the sing's lyrics lyrics to life tor many Champs. Chris is a quadruple amputee amputee who doesn't let his amputations amputations stand in the way of living life just like any other child his age. With the help of specially designed artificial artificial limbs provided by CHAMP, Chris skis, plays baseball and is learning to play the autoharp and the piano. The public's suport for The War Amps maske the CHAMP Program possible. Over the next few weeks, area resident will receive their 1991 War Amps Key tags in the mail. Inside the envelope is information about their CHAMP program program and the release of the Will Grow Stronger" song." For those who do not happen happen to receive key tage, but would like to be on the mailing mailing list, they can write: The War Amputations of Canada, Canada, 140 Merton Street, Toronto, Toronto, Ontario M4S 1A5. Peter Kormos 2000 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa. The annual general meeting will be followed by Mr. Kormos Kormos as the guest speaker. Mr. Kormos, who is also Ontario's Minister of Consumer Consumer and Commercial Relations, Relations, was first elected to represent the Ontario Riding Riding of Welland-Thorold in a by-election in November, 1988. He was re-elected in the general election of Sept. 6 when the NDP swept to power in Ontario. Prior to his current position, position, Mr. Kormos was the NDPs critic for the Office of the Solicitor General and automobile insurance reform. reform. As Minister of Financial Financial Institutions, Mr. Kormos Kormos is responsible for areas and offices which include automobile automobile and other types of insurance, deposit institutions, institutions, the Ontario Securities Commission and pensions. 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