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Page 3 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, June 17, 1998 Section Two Courtice Staff Sgt. Spends Six Months in Bosnia 'We were Treated with Resped and Friendliness" From page 1 from the Durham Regional Police to help out with night situations. A lot of things arc not standard in the little town of about 30,000 residents. A view from the mountains shows what could be a pretty and prosperous prosperous town. But, the closer view shows that many of the roofs have been damaged, and apartment apartment buildings have holes in them. I However, the United Nations has been pouring money into the towns in Bosnia to reconstruct them. But instead of thinking about how to best house people for the type of climate they have, "they build houses the old way." That means "cement walls and ceilings with no insulation." To keep warm, residents mostly use inefficient wood stoves to heat their homes and apartment dwellers put chimney pipes out to the balcony. Also, "they use plug-in electric heaters," he said. Arscott should know. He lived in one during his stay. "It got so cold I slept with a hot water bottle between my knees," he said, straight faced. Arscott noted the care free attitude of the people of Bosnia is much different than in Canada. Especially with regards to anything in their future. "They never seem to have money at the time. Money to put into insulation for their homes, even if money paid now will save them money in the future," he said. Instead the wood stoves and the lack of insulation insulation in their residential buildings arc resulting in the depiction of their forests. He added the climate is similar to that in Oshawa except that it is about three degrees Celsius warmer, "but the inside of the buildings are cold." Arscott pointed out that comforts we take for granted were few and far between. "I could not shower in the residence, I washed in the kitchen sink and shaved in front of a six by six inch mirror. mirror. I had no TV, or radio...but I sure read a lot of books." The biggest business in the town he lived and worked in was rebuilding the town. However, the biggest surprise surprise about the town "is that it is filled with small variety stores, many bars and lots of little coffee shops," lie said. He quickly explained that the coffee shops are not donut shops. He likened them to the European cafes. While getting to know the area, Arscott said he was shocked to sec dangerous things like "low wires near the ground and things hanging off buildings. Although there were hazards from wires, as a Human Rights Investigator, he had a couple of cases that may have made him a target for people who disagreed with him. There was one case in particular when he felt vulnerable simply because he disagreed disagreed with how things were handled with a refugee who wanted back in the house the family had vacated. Other then that, "we were basically treated with respect and friendliness," Arscott said. As for the job he performed, he says, "I got a lot of satisfaction and I have been asked to return." If he decided to do just that, he would be put in charge of the Human Rights Investigative Unit. But, for now, Arscott is happy to be home with his family for the summer months. Looking back at his trip, he noted that Canadians just don't know what they have. The trip also cemented his feelings about Quebec. "We must continue to work together as a group and let Quebec know it's to their advantage to be Canadians first, and Quebecers second," Staff Sgt. Arscott stated. ^Happy 25th Anniversary^ Marilyn and Bob Flint off - June 16, 1998 L Best wishes Love, Kelley and Terri J To keep warm, residents mostly use inefficient wood stoves to heat their homes and apartment dwellers put chimney pipes out to the balcony Durham College Alumnus of Distinction Winners Three outstanding Durham College Alumni were honoured at the Durham College convocation convocation ceremony on June 13. Highlights of some of the many accomplishments of these. Alumnus of Distinction winners follow.; follow.; Thomas Dickerson, a J974 ,Marketing graduate is a 23 year veteran with General' Motors Acceptance Corporation of Canada. He was named President of GMAC of Canada in June 1996. Tom also finds time to help out with Beavers and Cubs and has coached the Oshawa Hawkeyes football football team to a Provincial Championship. Joseph Daniel currently currently owns and operates Common Ground Automation Training which provides training for Allen-Bradley Automation Products to local and international businesses. This 1995 Electronic Engineering Technology graduate played a major role in securing a significant donation of equipment for the Durham College and University Centre Creating Futures Campaign. Over the past 26 years John Muldoon, a 1972 Public Relations graduate has held a variety of positions positions with the City of North York, CBC and the Bank of Nova Scotia. John is currently Director of Public Affairs for the Peel Regional Police Department. He has been involved in many organizations organizations and was the founder of The Ontario Police Media Relations Network. John is also actively involved with the Knights of Columbus. The Durham College Alumni Association annually annually recognizes Durham College postsccondary graduates who have achieved career success and have shown commitment commitment to the college and/or community. "This is a great opportunity for us to recognize a few of the many Durham College alumni who have excelled in their chosen careers," said George Somerville, President, Durham College Alumni Association. "We arc proud of all our alumni and look forward to this event every year." 55 tip DURHAM rrrpr XTrr'-r--- Jumping / /■ t / Castle x V v / More fun \ if ]for the A / youngsters! \\ %/t XXX 19th and 2®th A <V.\ Bowman ville Memorial Hospital Benefit Auction Friday, June 19th at 7:00 p.m. featuring Harvey Webster, Auctioneer u MÉMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION I co uici Mi ) n o TfSlrfBiangj o □ g Q BOWMANVILLE BUSINESS CENTRE % :L Come Enjoy Our Beach Party Featuring ... • Library Book Sale (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) • Pancake Breakfast • Clarington Museums' Display of "Barbie" Dolls • Hula Hoop Contest • "Simon Sez" Contest • 50's Car Show • Hits of the 50's • Mr. Fudge • CHFI Sampling Team • Bubble Gum Blowing Contest • Jimbo the Clown • Fish Pond • Beach Volleyball and Much, Much More!