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1 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, September 23,1992 3 Referendum Enumeration Next Week Rotary Club Presents Two Paul Harris Fellowships Meals on Wheels Week in Sept. A small army of volunteers across ville, Courtice, Hampton, Tyrone, ally stay with Community Care a g Ontario delivers meals to those who Newcastle, Orono, Newtonville and time, because they recognize now vat- rcquire them every day, including Mitchell's Comers and surrounding uablc the service is and it makes them people with special needs, convales- areas. Volunteers are needed in all of feel good to help their neighbor, cents needing short-term assistance, these areas, especially the rural areas. To sign up as a volunteer tor the and frail elderly, all wanting to remain The volunteers are people who can Meals on Wheels program, please call in familiar surroundings. • give a couple of hours once a month Community Care at 623-2261. Your "Our volunteers are one bunch of to help deliver meals. Volunteers usu- time would be greatly appreciated, .terrific people and we could not operate operate without them," reports Sally Barrie, Barrie, Meals on Wheels Coordinator. "No matter what the weather, they are there and the meals go out on time!" Community Care is a non-profit organization organization whose volunteers have been delivering meals for 11 years in •the community. "Often the clients drop us little notes of appreciation," reports Betty McGregor, Chairman of the Local Committee, "telling us that the companionship of a regular visitor helps to keep their spirits up." Not only docs delivering a nutritious nutritious meal serve as an opportunity for a friendly chat,, it also acts as a security security check for clients who may be alone or experiencing some health problems. problems. For instance, if meals are not eaten, left on the counter or stored in the refrigerator, this is reported back to the Meals on Wheels Coordinator who will make enquiries and see that appropriate caregivers are notified. Meals are delivered in Bowman- From Page One : On Thursday, September 17th, the Rotary Club of Bowmanville presented two citizens with Paul Har- every rolling division in ris Fellowships. The Paul Harris award is the highest honour the club can bestow on its members or its tntan centres ofBowmanville süpporters. Displaying their fellowship medallions are award recipients John James, publisher of The Qshawa and Whitby. However, ru- Canadian Statesman (front left); and Rotarian, Dr. A1 Sylvester. In the back row, left to right, are. Rotary ra j regions may get by with only one Club District Governor Arthur Hillier; his wife, Jean; and Bowmanville Rotary Club President, Dr. Joe enumerator per polling division. Pinto. 3 by Lorraine Manfredo The Bowmanville Rotary Club hosted its annual evening meeting last Thursday, September 17, at the Flying Dutchman Motel with the District Governor, distinguished guests, and spouses in attendance. The buffet meal was immediately fallowed by two very special presentations. presentations. " Paul Harris fellowships were ^Warded to two local residents. John James, publisher of the Canadian Statesman, was named for his support of .local Rotary projects over the years, and Rotarian Dr. A1 Sylvester Was recognized for his longstanding contribution to Rotary ideals. Medallions and framed certificates .were presented to the honoured gentlemen. gentlemen. ' These latest awards bring to 33 the number of Paul Harris fellowships given out by the local Rotary Club. It is the highest honor that the club can bestow on any member or valued supporter supporter in the community. The award is named after the founder of Rotary International. International. District Governor Arthur Hillier then addressed the local membership on the aims of Rotary. He reminded members that the first purpose of Rotary International is "service." Thé club's theme this year - "Real em- Enumerators will be easily identifiable identifiable by their large yellow badges • bearing the Elections Canada logo. There are an estimated 68,800 eligible eligible voters in Durham riding. Newly introduced this year, according according to Mr. McConney, will be a mobile poll, which will cater to eld- & FUN Activities for the Whole Family WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER Wagon Rides Pony Rides Pick Your Corn Maze Petting Zoo Own Pumpkin Enjoy fresh Ontario Vegetables Orchard crisp Apples - Apple Cider ■ Spanish Onions Gourds Fresh-baked Corn Stalk Indian Corn Pies Straw Bales Squash Ontario, there's no taste like home. OPEN EVERY DAY TAUNTON/COURTICE RD.g 8:30-7:30 Sat. 8:30 -6:00 5 km. east of Oshawa 725-6089 s Happiness is Helping Others" phasizes that commitment. The District Governor also told a story to illustrate the generous spirit that has made the Rotary cliib welcome welcome around the world. While visiting Orlando, Florida, . , . some time ago, he recalled hearing of er ly and chronic care patients. A a van, (specially-equipped for hand!- DRO and poll clerk will drive from capped children), which exploded nursing home to nursing home to while parked in a lot. "It was com- make voting easier. The Returning pletely destroyed," Mr. Hillier said. Officer estimates the mobile poll The family 'it belonged to used it for will serve close to 100 people across ten adopted children. the riding. When Rotarians there heard the Since the question was approved story, they sprang into action. by the Senate, Referendum Commit- "In less than 24 hours, just by pass- tees have been organizing across the ing the pot, they collected $20,000 so province. that a new van and equipment could ^ local "Yes" Committee is cur- be purchased," he said. , rently drawing up a campaign strate- Another thing to be proud of*Jl e 'gy for Durham Riding. ' Chairman Irwin Hamilton said It has raised over $120 million to lm- . „ „ „ ; d mpmhprq munize children in underdeveloped * e . ,. s . leam incjuqes mempers countries. The project has been phe- a ^* rec Pphtical parties, as nominally successful. So successful!^well as union and management rep- ' that Rotary International expects • to jresentatives, and local business lead- virtually eliminate the disease By 1 ! crs. • 2005. This is the type of understanding and goodwill that makes the Rotary Club instantly recognized and welcome welcome around the world, the visiting guest said. Internationally, the club has more than 1.2 million members in 26,000 clubs in 184 countries. The down side to those otherwise Volunteer drivers with the Meals on Wheels program packed up their hampers and headed to their vehicles last Monday after enjoying enjoying free coffee and muffins at Memorial Hospital. The hospital was doing its bit to kick off Meals on Wheels week which runs September September 21-26. Seen here are Irla Living (left) and Selena Langer, who have been delivering hot lunches to seniors and shut-ins through the Community Care Meals on Wheels program for several years. The committee will conduct its' own door-to-door and telephone canvass urging citizens to get out and vote "yes," he said. The committee has tentative plans to approach service clubs, unions, unions, high schools and colleges. It expects to advertise and host public meetings and rallies. "We intend to do everything we tlappy 551 h "' Birthday Betty Now we're even. Love and Best Wishes Guess Who! ^ ^ impressive figures is that most of the can tQ get a ' yes > vote j n this rid- recent growth has occurred through -- -- the establishment of new clubs, rather than through additional members joining joining long-established clubs. The District Governor, however, congratulated the Bowmanville club on keeping its own numbers up. And, he intends to hold the club to its goal of increasing membership by ten percent over the coming year. Councillors Claim Mileage Expenses Only two Town of Newcastle councillors have claimed for mileage mileage expenses since February. Ward Three Regional Councillor. Ann Dreslinski was paid $237.36 in travelling expenses for July and in August she claimed $66.73 for travel travel costs. So far this year, her travel expenses have totalled $733.17. Local Ward One Councillor Mary Novak is the only other councillor councillor to submit mileage claims. ing," said Mr. Hamilton. "For the good of Canada and the good of us all." To those who remain undecided or who have reservations about the. specifics of the August 28th agreement, agreement, Mr. Hamilton concedes that their objections are not invalid. He suggests, though, that the grievances of interest groups can be worked out in future. He feels that a "no" vote is clearly a threat to Canadian unity. "A 'no' vote will give more and more fuel to separatist groups in all parts of the country," he said. The Statesman has not yet received received any word concerning the establishment establishment of a Durham area committee committee in favor of a "no" vote in the upcoming referendum. --v- AKZD sikkens STCetolTS Interior Transparent Interior Finishes Cetol TS Interior Stain Cetol TS Interior Gloss Cetol UV Interior Central Paint and Wallpaper 295 Ritson Rd. 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