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\ Dear Sir: Glenn Malcolm's Idler about the Blackstock Post Office (May 13, 1992) demonstrated a truism I've learned since entering politics - while virtually everyone believes governments governments should spend less, few arc happy happy when it affects them personally. Closing Blackstock Post Office was the result of a process that began several years ago, under the Trudeau government, when Canada Post was created as a Crown corporation. The aim was to make the postal system self-sufficient financially and less political. political. Certainly the present government government has continued and encouraged this approach, so that the corporation now operates at a profit. Taxpayers no longer have to pick up the tab for horrendous horrendous deficits which once exceeded $600 million annually. I too regret the Blackstock closing. The postmistress, who retired recently, recently, provided outstanding service to that community. However it's 'been my experience in other similar situations,' situations,' including at Ncstlcton, that when Post Offices have been replaced with retail outlets, the public is well satisfied. Among other things, the retail retail outlets usually arc open longer and at more convenient hours, an im- Waiting for Reply Dear Editor, To date I have had no reply to my letter of March 25/92 concerning unnecessary unnecessary visits to doctors, either from Mrs. Larkin of Mr. Mills. I do not wish to let this matter drop. Health care is too important and there arc too many dollars at stake. I would like to see victims of polio, polio, who have worn braces for a number number of years spared the ordeal, and the province spared the expense of visits to three medical people.. The money saved would help some other person who needs medical care. I would ask people to write to the Ministry of Health, and/or their MPP and ask for changes to eliminate unnecessary unnecessary health expenses. After all, it is our money we arc spending! Grace Smith portant boon for commuters. It's also been my experience as M.P. that, while we often hear objections objections to the closing of old Post Offices, Offices, there are virtually no complaints afterwards about the service provided by the new retail outlets. It's worth, noting as well that, despite the closures, closures, the total number of postal outlets outlets now serving Durham constituency is higher than when I was elected. Local federal Post Office buildings at one time may well have been part "of Canada's heritage and tradition. An earlier era no doubt felt the same way about voyageurs in birch-bark canoes - but they had to give way to faster and more efficient transportation. That's modem economic reality, not just a sentimental choice between "profits and patriotism". For Canada Post and for all of us as taxpayers, the savings resulting from a Post Office conversion can be as high as 70 per cent. With my very best regards, Yours very truly, Ross Stevenson, M.P. Durham. Manure Speaker Full of His Topic Dear Editor We arc indebted to Stanley Taylor for bringing this story. Stan declares he had as his coach and leader the late Mr. E. A. Summers, Summers, Agricultural Representative for Durham County prior to the late Mr. Summers sudden death in the fall of 1957. However, the late Mr. Summers handed this story down to many of his class. The story goes something like this: "A professor in agriculture was the guest speaker at a large meeting of farmers. Spoke for nearly two hours long. One of the group says to his neighbour, "what did you think of Professor So and So's lecture on Manures Manures and Fertilizers?" "Well friend, said he, the only comment I could make, he was full of his subject." Business T\ • J Directory ACCOUNTANCY ALTERNATIVE _ UP Al TU n A DP WILLIAM C. HALL B. Comm. 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I have a feeling, though, that now that the tub/shower stall is clean it will, be easily maintained maintained with the washing soda. It was getting it clean in the first place that was so difficult. The floors arc no-wax and were not dulled by the soda, and the walls came clean lickcty-split. I cleaned the toilet bowl inside and Page 2 out'with the soda--what a difference! My roommate scrubbed down the kitchen cabinets and things seemed to go okay there. The bathroom now smells and looks clean. So, what do I think about washing soda? Other than on the built-up, rock- hard soap scum in the bathroom, washing soda really did the trick. The nice things about it, is although although it can be rough on the hands (I hate using rubber gloves) it is inexpensive inexpensive and environmentally friendly. A word of warning to the unaware: if your arms need exercise, washing soda and a dirty bathroom will help take care of that! With all of my hard work in mind, and the efforts I go through to make sure that everything I buy and use is environmentally friendly, perhaps I will see you at the Environment Fair this Sunday. Editorial Comment Yes, il doesn't seem to make a lot of sense for our.Town Councillors to get paid mileage to drive, to council and committee meetings. Yes, such perks amount to a situation where elected officials are being paid to drive to work. But, there is one safeguard which docs help to keep a lid on the mileage claims and also the expense claims for conferences and conventions These expenses are reported annually. And that way, becomes fairly obvious if any councillors are abusing their expense privileges. At any rate, the exact expenses arc tallied and reported so that citizens can draw their own conclusions. It's unfortunate that all of the town's financial activities were not announced in equally fine details. Nevertheless, let's hope for a mileage policy which is realistic and fair. And, while we're at it, perhaps there should be a similar study of mileage charged by town staff. After all, councillors are not the only Town of Newcastle officials entitled to mileage. In keeping with a long standing tradition, the week following the Victoria Victoria Day holiday the Ontario Legislature Legislature is in recess. The few days spent away from Queen's Park are known as "Constituency Week," a time when the members can spend time in their riding catching up on pressing matters- and getting out to meet the people they represent. On Victoria Day, I attended the Queen's Birthday celebrations held in Toronto, on behalf of the government. Standing on parade in bright sunshine for over an hour gave my head a beating. beating. The next day, a constituent enquired enquired if I had been spending some time sun-bathing! On Wednesday, I attended the 80th Anniversary of Ncwtonvillc Women's Institute. The event was well attended, and although I was outnumbered I enjoyed enjoyed hearing of the group's achievements achievements over the past eighty years. The table placemats bore the words "Those who bring sunshine to the lives of others cannot keep if from themselves." We can all take up on those words. On the same evening I had the opportunity opportunity to speak to the Port Perry Rotary Club about the Ontario Training Training Board. I found the evening most enjoyable with considerable good- natured banter back and forth, during the open question time that followed my speech. On Thursday afternoon, I recorded three more programs to be shown on Rogers Cable Television during the next three weeks. I now have 18 programs programs on tape which can be obtained at the constituency office for home or group viewing. The subjects are var ied and designed to create discussion. On Friday, June 26th I will have one hour phone in TV program on Channel 10, courtesy of Rogers Cable TV. I will let you know the subjects in a later column. They will be deliberately deliberately focused on topics that invite responses. responses. On Friday afternoon, I held a constituency constituency clinic for the first time at Brooklin United Church. It was well attended, and following that I had the opportunity to visit with some area farmers. One of the farms I visited is in the unique business of raising Ostrich, Ostrich, Emus and Rheas. Did you know that an Ostrich runs at a speed of between between 40 and 50 miles an hour, and packs a defensive kick equivalent to 500 pounds per square inch! On Saturday afternoon, I was at Port Perry with another constituency clinic. The monthly clinics there are proving to be very popular with many people dropping in to let me know what they think is being done wrong and on a brighter note, what they think we arc doing right. Work on Highway 2 is geared up ready to start. Like everyone else I'm looking forward to the improvements and not least the completion and a return return to normal traffic use. I am also pleased to announce on behalf of the Minister of Transportation Transportation supplementary funding for road improvements in Scugog Township, not normally funded as part of their base allocations, of nearly $100,000. The same type of funding is providing $82,500 for a grader replacement for Manvers Township. Until next week - try kindness to one another - there isn't any substitute for it. Spectacular Fire Destroys "Varcoe's" Pavilion Near Oshawa Ihe $atmî)fâtt Sftabgjimm VOLUME 113 16 Pages BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 1967 15c Per Copy NUMBER 21 Fire of unknown origin swept through what had almost become a landmark for this area, Varcoe's Dance Pavilion as it was known when it was built many years ago, just east of the Oshawa boundary on Highway Two. The blaze made such rapid progress in the frame building that when Bowmanville firemen arrived, it had already spread throughout the entire length of the structure. Oshawa fire- I men also arrived on the scene, but the most that could be done was ! to save nearby buildings. The owner Joseph Drapak, 302 Corcellette St., Oshawa, only recently reopened the place as "The Colonial" after completely renovating the interior and exterior. He purchased 1 the building January 1st and it was partly insured. .224 in Attendance Cartwright Twp Honors Warden Merrill Van Camp At Dinner-Presentation Merrill Van Camp, Warden of the United Counties of Northumberland and Durham, ■nd Reeve of Cartwright, was honored on Thursday night in Blackstock Recreation Centre when 224 persons sat down to the traditional Warden's Banquet Banquet sponsored by Cartwright During the -evening thatibchalf of the township, began with a sumptuous beef; In hls address to the large quet sponsc Township. _ Letter to Editor dinner served by Blackstock United Church Women, Warden Warden Van Camp was presented with a silver tea service and Mrs. Van Camp received flow- crs. They were .presented by .Councillor Ernest R. Swain land Mrs. J. R. Hamilton Call Special Meeting To Discuss Schools in Darlington Township gathering, Warden Van Camp expressed pride especially during during Centennial year In representing representing two counties that arc recognized as prime ones In the province. He mentioned that although the counties budget budget has Increased again this year, representing an erfxmffi- lure of approximately $3,400,- 000, that It had only been «TURN TO PAGt TWOI Tyrone, Ontario, May 22. 1967 Dear Editor: At a public meeting in Tyrone Hall on Thursday. May llth, a delegation of Sid Cornish, Mrs. Jack Gibbs and Ralph Hills was appointed to arrange a meeting meeting between the Darlington Ratepayers, Darilngton Township Council and the Darlington School Board. The purpose of such n meeting would be to establish establish all facts pertaining to the closing of Tyrone Pub- lie School and the building of a new school at Enniskillen. Enniskillen. This delegation met with Council on Thursday, May ITUHN TO PAOC TWO» Souped Up Groundhog Sam Black, Queen Street, had on interesting experience over the weekend in the Baltimore Baltimore area. While driving along, noticed a groundhog going the same way on the edge of the road , . . with a soup can over its head. He stopped, approached the animal and pulled the can off. The groundhog took one look at Its benefactor and shuffled away to the nearby bush. Honor Warden of United Counties (Bits and [Pu teces MYSTERY -- Newcastle's fire brigade reports that three fires have occurred in three days at the burned-out plant that formerly housed Woodland Woodland Products. Apparently, there is still quite a large quantity of sawdust there. The blazes finished finished what was left of the plant but, to date, no information is available on who is setting the fires. Unfortunately, some damage was done to the old 'fire truck while one of the fires was being fought. t t f t t GONE -- The familiar railings around the front of the Bank of Montreal are being taken away. For years, they have been almost a landmark and a resting place for young people who would sit for hours, perched like birds, watching the .girls 'go by. We haveriVhchrd whaV will replace the stone base and the metal railings, but we'll miss t t t t t HOUSING -- On page two of this edition, senior citizens will find an advertisement that should be of considerable interest. It deals with 'rental based on income* accommodation for them and should be a tremendous boon to those over 60 who are having difficulty making ends meet in either their own homes or in rental premises. We would suggest that when they receive questionnaires questionnaires from Ontario Housing, they fill them out immediately so an accurate assessment of the need may be made at the earliest opportunity. t t t t t ERROR -- A complaint has been received from one of the school bus drivers who was mentioned in Accident Round Up last week. The report said two cars collided, one of them being driven by the bus driver. She was actually driving 'a school bus and it was stopped at the time, with flashers going. Sorry about any embarrassment caused by the report. t t t t t MARCHERS -- Today, farmers from Durham and many other counties ore supposed to be on their way to Ottawa for one of the biggest protest marches in history. Forecasts indicate that os many as 20,000 may participate in the march to show the federal government Just how unhappy farmers farmers arc over Its dairy policy, It will be interesting to find out how much effect their protests will have on Agriculture Minister Joe Greene and his colleagues. t t ♦ i i BLITZ -- The Salvation Army's Annual Red Shield appeal that Is now underway, until the end of May, has already collected over $3,000 Many businesses businesses and individuals still have to be heard from. The residential blitz in town, with all canvassers reporting, brought In a total of $1359.49. If you were missed please send in your envelope as quickly as possible, so, the campaign can be completed completed at the earliest possible moment. The overall objective Is $5050, t t t l ♦ t DOLLS -- An unusual event connected with Canada's Canada's Centennial is being held next Thursday June 1st In the form of a coffee party sponsored by Trinity United Church Women, Unit 7. They have been able to obtain the amazing collection of Historical Character Dolls from the Ontario Centennial Planning Branch and they will be on display. The event Is being held from 10 to 12 In the morning at Mrs. Alan Strike's home, 3 Beech Avenue and everyone will be welcome. Big Parade AsBethany Celebrates Centennial The Victoria Day célébra, tioni at Belhany iponsored jointly by the Athletic Association Association and the Centennial committee were a huge sue- ecu; even the weatherman co-operating with sunny skies in the afternoon, tallowing the early morning snowfall. The Bowmanville Legion Pipe Band headed the Parade of more than 60 entries, beginning beginning from St. Paul': Church to the Athletic Park. Lorlanne Mulligan was awarded first prize for the best decorated doll carriage; Walter Baker for the best boy's wagon- Terry Gllmour, best boy's tricycle; Judy Kerr, best girl's tricycle, Mary Kerr, second prize; Donald Vincent, best boy's bicycle; Dwight Green second; Heather Green, best girl's bicycle, Lynn Ar- S ue second. Ray Francis, best ecoraled car; Harold White, second. John Burn of Janet- ville placed first with the best decorated commercial vehicle. vehicle. Ruth Rose and Glenn Weatherilt, first and second prizes for Junior comics. Mrs. Kelly Munroe of Cavan, best senior comic; Mrs, Douglas Smelt, second prize. The Bethany Hockey Team, sporting their new Jackets and displaying the trophy won recently in the Lake Scugog League, won the prize for the best sports entry. The Bethany 4-H Club, with their «TURN TO RAGS TWO: Baptisms At Trinity The following children received received the Sacrament of Baptism Baptism In Trinity United Church last Sunday morning, May 14: Karlecn Marie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dean Allln: Douglas John, son of Mr. and Mrs. Merrill D. Brown; Bruce Edward, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry T- Cooke; Gina Anne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Guthrie; Christopher Kenneth, son of Mr. and Mrs. George K. Mlchelson; Neil Andrew, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Munday; Charles Reuben, Reuben, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Nash; Paul Christopher, Christopher, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Prescolt; Thomas Michael. Michael. son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald J. Yeo. Terri Leigh, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steven W, Burns, was baptized baptized in a private Christening service on Sunday afternoon at Trinity United Church. Paint Your Own Dress At the BHS Fashion Show last week, Joyce Quackenbush, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Findley Quackenbush, Bowmanville, models paper dress, while Judy Samis, daughter of Mr, and Mrs. Hugh Samis, Bowmanville, paints on an abstract design.McRobbie Photography ■ Chairman Reserves Judgment After Hearing Several Witnesses Discuss Proposed New Building Judgment wai reserved by W. Thompson, Chairman of the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing held tn the Town Hall on Thursday morning regarding regarding the proposed construction construction of the new police station, fire department and court building at an estimated estimated cost of $430,000. He said he had to consult two of his colleagues before giving a de- Chairman Thompson stated that evidence had been given that there is inadequate accommodation accommodation for the administration administration of the town, administration administration of Justice, fire and police departments. Evidence was also given of the town's ability to pay for the proposed proposed building. Witnesses were called by A. H. Strike, the town's solicitor. solicitor. Clerk-Controller Robert L. Byron testified as to the ITUHN TO PAGE TWOI Letter to Editor Former Fireman Claims Proposed New Building Has Many Bad Features Dear Sir, a few of the facts that I have found As a ratepayer of the Town of Bow- that arc not consistent with the recom- manville I feel It my duty to draw to mendations of the Canadian Underwrit- the attention of the citizens of the town crs Association in their bulletin on Fire some of the circumstances involving the Station Construction, I find that the construction of the new Police, Fire and new hall has one door for the exit of Court Building. all vehicles. The recommendations call As a former membci of the Fire for a door 12 feet wide and where there Department and still greatly interested are two or more vehicles, separate doors in its operation, I hove done a little shall be provided for each. The reason checking Into the construction of the being that there are no doors that can new building and find that as far as be classed one hundred percent failure the Fire Department is concerned it will proof, and where one door is used for be a step backwards. Just to mention «turn to page Music Entries Win Again in Competition Three enlrlea from the M. J. Hobb* Sr. School to Dar- Ilniton Township conttoned their winning ways at Lind- ur Klwania Music Festival Choir Z placed flnt to their class, obtsinlng a mark of SL Carol Wight in the girls' solo (14 years and under) placed third with a mark of 14 In competition with tl others. Cindy Lou Ayre, girls' aolo (16 years and under) obtained a mark of 85 to place first against four other competitors. Choir 1 will compete In Peterborough today In the Centennial Festival semifinals, semifinals, against choirs from Sudbury, Otlsws. Oshawa, Cornwall, North Bay, Pembroke, Pembroke, etc. I ENJOY YOUR PALNT1NG . At Bowmanville High School, _ new development took place today in an effort by someone to raise some money. Large boards were placed outside the school and students were Invited to paint whatever they liked on them, paint and brushes supplied. The only catch wis that the painter had to pay a lee for the privilège. Clowns Amuse Youngsters Waiting for Fireworks Rotary Fireworks Draws Large Crowd A vast crowd of people was thrilled by the BownunVlIle Rotary Club's wonderful fireworks fireworks display held In the High School grounds on Monday Monday evening In celebration of the Victoria Holiday, More than 4,000 men, women and children enjoyed the spectacular spectacular and colorful sights and the preceding program of enter- talnmenl Keith Jackson was A large dinner at Blackstock honored Warden and Mrs. Merrill Vnn Camp on Thursday evening when ho was prerented with « silver tea service and Mrs. I* 1 ™ Van Comp revolved a beautiful touque» of fluwei. . , Ken Hockln, Chairman uf Photo courtesy Port Perry Slur lth% Special Events Committee, was In charge of arrangements frt the memorable evening. The other Committee Chairmen Chairmen were: Barricades, Alfred Aftln; Tickets, A. Harris; Booth, Jack Bryson; Firing, Uiniet Rickard; Fence. President President Bob Stevens; Patrols, Eric Whyte; Restoration, Forbes Forbes Hdvland, and P.A. System, A. O., Dalrytnple. Thei Bowmanville Legion Pipe Band paraded from the • gton Hall via a apr-'-' - IIWfiM TO TAOS An Innovation to keep Iho large crowd of youngsters youngsters entertained while waiting for the firework* to start Monday night proved nulle n hit. Four Rolerlens as clowns, Stew Mcfavlih In the foreground, dressed s Dr. H. B. Bundle, Harry Cooke and Ken Hockln, went through oil kinds of antics that had the children gathered around In droves.