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6 ' The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, February 12,1992 Opinion and Comments gm Guides cookies Ready to be sold Adyiœ on New Name Reader is Fuming Over Prime Minister Policies Dear Editor: Feds Still Rubbing Taxpayers' Face in Dirt The Mulroney government has not changed its policies since last year about this time, as the Fed Unity Minister, Joe Clark, is still trying to ram "a Distinct Society Clause" into the Canadian Constitution, so that Quebec will have special treatment, while English Canada still pays the freight. Who said that the French Tail that wags the English Dog is dead? With the $47.9 million that Quebec got last February, they were given more millions last week, (I don't know the figure). If that isn't enough to boil your blood, try this one: The Feds have a ridiculous law which prevents the Post Office from distributing income tax forms unless copies are available in both official languages. This means that if the French forms were not in the Newcastle Post Office, they would not give you an English form. Revenue Minister Otto Jelinek later defended the law, saying the policy ensures that both anglophones and francophones francophones can receive their forms at the same time; isn't that sweet of him? So much for official bilingualism. How many of you know that the Official Languages Act applies ONLY to the federal government and its institutions? The Federal government has no authority to force a second language on the public, although they have charged . the Secretary of State with the responsibility of attempting to "persuade" (force)- the public sector to Reply Sent To Counter Editor Note Dear Mr. Parrott: I cannot let your reply to my letter (published Feb. 5) pasj unremarked. You imply I don't know what pay equity is, which is not the case. You cite an example of receptionists earning as much as skilled tradesmen, but a little more research research on your part would reveal reveal many women earning less than men who have less education education and do not work in dangerous dangerous jobs. Your implication that men who've been working for 30 years naturally cam more than newly arrived women reveals reveals your lack of understanding understanding of the issues. Women in their twenties who'vc never had children earn less than men of the same age. You refer to morale problems. problems. What about the morale of women who earn less than men working for the same company even when, in some cases, it's the women who have more skills? Remember, for years men were promoted just because because they were men...old style affirmative action. This is not pay equity but it's a related issue. issue. I do not promote fiscal irresponsibility, irresponsibility, but I merely wish to emphasize that you cannot dismiss a worthwhile programme programme just because it costs money. I can think of many areas areas where the government could cut wasteful spending, but that's another issue. I note you did not address the matter of your own office's waste in publishing The Weekender. Yours sincerely, Linda Taberner. Editor's Note: If you were right, we would agrrv 'h you. As for the Wc ...r, we would willing to stop publishing u if you are willing to pay the extra tax dollars it generates to fund the Pay Equity Commission. RENTAL INCOME If you rented your property to tenants this past year, our specially trained tax return preparers have the answers to your questions. At H & R Block, we look for every deduction deduction you're entitled to. We take. all the necessary steps to do the job accurately because wc want you to pay only the lowest tax or get the biggest refund you're entitled entitled to, Don't be confused by die ever-changing tax laws. Put us to work for you, H&R BLOCK- CANADA'S TAX TEAM BOWMANVILLE MALL 243 King Street E. Bowmanville 623-6957 85 Kent Street W Lindsay (705) 324-2572 operate in two languages by way of financial grants from the taxpayers' money. The Young Offenders Act is a disgrace and certainly shows the mentality of our lawmakers, but why should they have any concern for the taxpayer, he only pays for all their stupidity? FISHING: Allowing foreign factory fishing ships inside the 200 mile limit to deplete. our fish supplies, while our fishermen are put out off work. With no fisn to process, guess what, the fish plants close down and put more people out of work and the Feds wonder why. Last summer, MPs voted themselves an 11% pay hike to increase their salaries, including expenses to $91,700 from $82,200 in the middle of a recession. It sure take a lot of brains to do something like that, but what else can you expect from these 2-faced bums? If you don't believe, try these quotes: 1. Energy Minister Jake Epp drives a Cadillac and says that Canadians should drive more fuel-efficient cars; 2. But Epp says that he doesn't want to restrict consumers' freedoms to drive the cars they like, including luxury models like his own; 3. In the 1970s, the government's efforts to prod manufacturers manufacturers on fuel economy produced impressive results. Back in 1969,1 believe that there was someone who redid a fuel system on a V8 engine so that it would give the unheard of 50 miles per gallon. But the Feds and oil eomoany executives wouldn't be able to rake in their windfall profits like they are still doing to an unsuspecting public. On top of that you would not need all the pollution crap on your car because there would be very little pollution to contend with. Look at the money that the car owner would save on needless repairs and parts. (Example) Catalytic Converter. So, what does a family of 4 that makes $30,000 a year do, when he has to pay income tax, P.S.T., G.S.T., Gas Tax, etc? They have not got a hope in hell of ever Buying a house while we still have idiots on Parliament Hill that stick to policies that take over half of your income. How come our Canadian Olympic team were wearing white and purple coats and toques instead of our traditional red and white? This wouldn't have anything to do with Quebec, would it? Well, I see that Mulroney is desperate as he will be visiting the Newcastle Town Hall on Friday evening, beginning at '6:30 p.m. I think that everyone who can attend should do so and voice your opinions to show him what you think of his policies. The only crowd that the Mulroney government deserves is a crowded dogsled heading out of town with an Arctic destination. Sincerely, Robert E. Stiles Newcastle, Ont. Editor's note: Sure hope Bob feels better after getting that load off his mind. Old Munich Restaurant 255 King St. E. (at Ritson), Oshawa 436-5065 For your Listening and Dancing Pleasure "HERBERT THE ENTERTAINER" Fri., Sat., Sun, HOT and COLD BUFFET Mon. - Fri. - Lunch Fri., Sat., Sun. - Evenings à la carte also available SPARKS VACUUMS Parts and Service for all vacuums including: Electrolux, Kirby, Filter Queen, Eureka. 10 point Clean and Check $ 19.95 SPARKS VACUUM 363 Wilson Hd. S. Oshawa 433-1516 Dr. Bruce G. Wilson DENTIST 118 King Street West Newcastle Village 987-2155 Mon., Wed. 9 a.m. -1 p.m.; Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. BRINK'S EXCAVATING • Trenching • Gravel and Top Soil • Grading and Levelling • Septic Installations • Back Filling • General Excavating • Dump Truck Sen/ice 688 F glonal Rd. 17, Newcastle ___ „ AA _ L1B.1L9 (416) 987-4995 r*î*> "KRACO" Ir-20001 Carpentry & Contracting A AM»U«e« IxNMi «4 • Custom Homes • Renovating • Additions • Barns "30 Years Experience" Box 20021, Newcastle 987-5400 • Designing • Drafting • Permits • Finishing CÊ QNTPRIO PQRn «LE GnL 1 "Quality Legal and Financial Assistance for Less" * Small Claims Court Actions. * Credit and Debt Counselling, Consolidation, Consumer Proposals, Bankruptcies, Other Financial Remedies. * Landlord and Tenant Disputes. Free Consultation: (416) 987-3574 Member Paralegal Association of Ontario manvillc is also in Ncwcasilc. Oh so is Orono, yes Enniskillen, Enniskillen, Solina, Tyrone and many other too. And if you want to contact the Administrative Offices, Offices, don't write or go to Newcastle Newcastle because they are in Bow- manvillc!-and it just keeps getting more silly as time goes on. Dipping into history for a. name can sometimes work. It could have struck an historical note without confusion such as {The District of McLaughlin" From Page 5 in recognition of the family of the forerunner of GM Canada with their famous carriage works at Enniskillen. It could have taken a distinctively rural and agricultural tone with the "District of Appleton" in recognition recognition of one of Ontario's finest apple areas. It could have taken...well I could give you a hundred more of which to be proud. We don't know if enough citizens and council of the "Communities of Newcastle" have the energy to correct this un-productivc and costly error. But we do know wc need a lot more investment to build the industrial tax base (and a lot less government spending) to try to hold our ever increasing taxes down. Wc also know to accomplish that wc must market market our product in the most sensible and professional manner manner and applying any other local local existing name would only propagate another fiasco. Ernie Jukes If two 1st Newcastle and District Sparks have their way, many families in their area will be enjoying snacks of Girl Guide Cookies for the next few weeks or months, and they are ready to supply them. Last Wednesday evening at Newton- ville Public School, Kim Kndratiuk and Katy Formosa had a box of cookies in hand when this photo was taken so customers would know they would soon be contacted contacted by Sparks members selling them to raise funds for their organization's expenses. expenses. The two girls were backed up by a support group in the rear row, including Pathfinders Kiley Bedard and Stephanie Formosa who, along with Guide Commissioner Commissioner Marion Knapp, centre, will also be peddling these famous cookies. For Better or For Worse® By Lynn Johnston ^ MO hotter H3W weu-Vto know some- I V 11 »*-- 1 I. . KNOO WHfTT 1 MyiM MFV/Be Goftps DAD DIP KNOCK HIM ABOUND. BUT ifHesoiphefeu:off THE FbRCH ,TrteN TBRTCs WHRT VOO HRFfifi BE B'jEfWFAMliyS , different man. e\1erV FflMnya <sor ns «te THINGS. HABIT EFISy-SOME DON'T- VfcO JUST HRFTA SURVIVE FIN' HEainy. THFlf'S James Publishing Company Limited We can handle all of your printing needs from business cards to full colour brochures and newspapers Same day Quick Print service available 62 King St. W., Bowmanville 623-3303 SHADES OF LAS VEGAS -- Las Vegas Days are coming to Bowmanville's downtown from March 2 to March 14. Downtown Downtown merchants will have special sales and promotions with a "Las Vegas" theme during the two weeks. See future newspaper newspaper advertisements for additional details. WORKSHOP ON EDUCATION - Parent^, arc invited to attend attend a workshop tonight (Wednesday, February 12), to discuss various topics related to education in local separate schools. This is your opportunity to learn more about subjects ranging from school taxes to discipline. Other topics will include the role of volunteers, planning for secondary school, after-school programs, benchmarks, and sexuality. The local workshop is at St. Stephen's Elementary School, in Bowmanvillc, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. It's one of a series of workshops designed to facilitate facilitate the optimum development of students in accordance with individual potential and the aspirations of the home, school, and parish. BIG BROTHERS BOWLING - The Big Brothers of Newcastle Newcastle Bowl for Millions Week starts Saturday, February 15, and concludes February 22. The Celebrity Bowl event will take place February 22 at Liberty Bowl, in Bowmanvillc, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. If you wish to bowl or sponsor a bowler, please call 623-6646. FIDDLE CLUB -- The Orono and District Fiddle Club meets every third Wednesday of each month. The February meeting will be on February 19th. The music starts at 7:30 p.m. in the Newcastle Town Hall and all old-time fiddlers, step-dancers, square dancers and the public arc welcome. COMPUTER USERS MEET - The next meeting of the Durham PC Users' Club will be held Thursday, February 13, at the Michael Starr Building in Oshawa. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. One of the highlights will be a demonstration of "Home Tax Plus." Everyone is welcome. For further details, call Bernie at 655-4156. RESOURCES FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN - A Durham Region group called Resources for Exceptional Children Children will hold a Parent Information Night on Thursday, February February 27. This agency, funded by the Ministry of Community and Social Services, is responsible for providing resource services services to preschool children with special needs. Representatives from both Durham and Northumbcrland/Ncwcastlc school boards will outline education options for children with special needs within their school systems. The meeting is Thursday, February 27, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Oshawa Public Library's Library's Northview Branch on Beatrice St. E. BLOCK PARENTS HOST CONCERT - On Sunday, March 8, the Town of Newcastle Block Parents will be bringing bringing well-known children's entertainer, Sandra Beech, to town. Sandra Beech, along with Chickcry Chick, will perform at the Bowmanville High School auditorium, commencing at one p.m. This concert is in honor of the 15lh anniversary of Block Parenting in the Town of Newcastle. Tickets arc available through the Block Parents. For information, call 623-7585 or 723-9125. TRIO PERFORMS AT BUS CHILDREN'S SERIES - A group of musicians known as Trio Mio will be performing at Bowmanvillc High School on Sunday, March 1, at 2 p.m. This group presents classical music in unusual and amusing ways. Tickets are available at the door. FREEWAY LINK DISCUSSED - Plans for a norlli/soutli freeway linking the proposed Highway 407 and Highway 401 will be die topic of discussion at a.public information centre this month. The plans will be presented between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. at the Solina Community Centre on Tuesday, February 18. Another public information centre will.be held between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. at the Baseline Community Centre on Wednesday, February 19. The proposed highway under discussion discussion is to be located just east of the Courtice urban area. A variety of possible routes arc under consideration, although the technically-preferred path is mainly between Hancock Rd. and Solina Rd., linking up with Highway 407 just cast of Solina. MARCH BREAK BONANZA - If your children will be looking for something to do during die March Break, they might be interested in the variety of activities organized by the Town of Newcastle Community Services Department. They take place March 16 to 20. Special events will include games, tours, public swimming, public skating, library events, and much more. Some of these activities represent all-day oudngs. Others are for just a few hours. But, diere should be something for every age and interest. LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOC. - The next meeting for die Oshawa Chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association Association will be at 7:30 p.m. on February 27. A video entitled "Creative Approaches to Attention Deficit will be shown and there will be time for discussion among parents. Everyone is welcome to attend this parent support group. For information, call 623-4934 or 436-7706. The meeting takes place at the Whitby Public Library. BREAKFAST MEETING - Third Thursday Breakfast is a women's network which meets monthly at the Old Munich Cafe, King St. E„ Oshawa. The next meeting is February 20 at 7:30 a.m. Members and guests are welcome. For more information information and reservations, please call 723-1143 VISUAL ARTS OPEN HOUSE - Next Tuesday, February 18, die Visual Arts Centre is offering an Open House featuring workshops in eight different areas. This is your opportunity to try your hand at pottery, silk painting, calligraphy, watcrcolor painting, oil painting, fabric collage and printmaking. There's a $5 fee for each workshop in which you participate. 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