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Marathon Cyclist Addresses Men's Group The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, September 30, IVV8 Section Two Pace 5 by Harvey Yellowlees "An early morning walk is a blessing for the whole day." "Good words and good deeds keep life's garden free of weeds." Even though we haven't had a frost, the leaves arc falling fast. Last week Margaret Perkins visited Lloyd and Marion Broome for lunch and the afternoon. Si and Helen Trcwin celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. anniversary. Congratulations from your Solina friends. Our sympathy to the Wood family on the passing of their father, Jim. He was a dear friend to many in this community and for many years gathered milk at the Solina News farms here. I received no official bowling report, but I do know Solina took 4 points from Newtonshaw. Wednesday night at Hampton cards there were 9 tables and winners were high: Ada Richards 89 (I played with her twice so no wonder she won), Richard Potter 83, Grace Murdock 77, Marg Hall 76, Muriel Butson 73. Most lone hands - Marg Hall. Low - Bernice Renton. Special no. Ruby Trcwin. Draws: Sara Clark, Roy Gibson, Barb Cochrane, June Marchant, Area Governor Visits Bowmanville Tostmasters A highlight of the September 22 meeting of the Bowmanvillc Toastmasters was the visit of Toastmaster Elsie Whatman, Area Governor. In addition we had the pleasure of three other guests. Chairman Toastmaster Cam Berry led his head table through the benefits and banes of technology. Most felt that in the overall scheme of things technology technology is a benefit. The group meets Tuesday evenings from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Darlington Hydro Information Centre Toastmaster Vanessa Hughes provided an impromptu challenge when she asked members to comment on newspaper headlines. The enthusiastic enthusiastic response of Toastmaster Denise Marek earned the Table Topics Trophy. The prepared speeches provided educational fun. Toastmaster Russ LcBlanc showed the benefits benefits of the "Phonics Game". Toastmaster Maryann Maye helped us understand some of the reassessment and property tax changes. The third speaker, Toastmaster Carol Wonnacott, unfolded the delights and techniques of good storytelling. Walk Supports Working Dogs From page 1 They arc babies." Being part of the foster puppy program also "sets a good example for kids and neighbours to do something for people who arc less fortunate," adds Ron. "Society needs volunteers." volunteers." These days, he is busy knocking on doors seeking seeking pledge money for the fourth annual Walk-a- Dog-a-Thon to be held this Saturday. Last year, the Messers participated in the event with their own dog, Sophie. This year they're taking Flint and they hope to raise $150 through pledges. Over 100 dogs, their owners and many supporters, supporters, participated in last year's walk, says Jean Graham of the Newcastle Lions Club. She also chairs the dog Walk-a- Dog-a-Thon committee, In 1997, the event brought in $15,300 in pledge money, -- the largest amount raised anywhere anywhere in Canada that year through the event. Graham hopes to repeat last year's success at the 1998 Walk-a-Dog-a- Tlmn set for this Saturday, October 3 at 9 a.m, Why not show your support by participating with your pet or support another walker with a pledge? Please call 987-3980 or 987-4628 for more information. Join us any Tuesday evening from 7:30-9:30. We meet at "The Darlington Hydro Information Centre," Bowmanville. For more information please call 623-2243 or 623-3527. Fred Watson. The ladies served a tasty lunch. Friday night at Solina Hall, there were 8 tables, some interesting games, and the winners were high: Eileen Gilroy (from Athens, ON) 85, Barb Cochrane 78, Jean Bothwell 73, Fred Watson 73. Low - Clarence Bray. Most lone hands - Barb Cochrane. We had two little little skunks get in but Vi Ashton and Franc Svetec really knew how to handle them. Lucky draws - Evelyn Reynolds (2), Harry Knox, Alma Langmaid, Barb Cochrane, Bcv Wiggans and Clarence Bray. Come again this week. Ed and Janice Boyd, Bill, Dan, Elizabeth and Martha are in Ontario from Bath, New Brunswick, and arc spending a week with their family. (26 of them had a gathering at Ron and Brenda Metcalf's on Sunday.) The men had a good attendance at their break-' fast Sunday morning and enjoyed the food and John Veldhuis talk of his travels by bicycle across the U.S.A. Attendance at Eldad Church service was a little better on Sunday, but there is still room for more. Vi Ashton and Barbara Tidy were greeters. Betty Munro was lay reader. Rev. Munro's story to the children was of a lady who each year in the west planted roses and hoped sometime they would survive survive the bitter winters. His message was a future filled with Hope. The ministry of music by the choir and the hymns were enjoyed. October 4 will be World Wide Communion. October 5 the Eldad U.C.W. Auction at 7 p.m. Anyone is welcome to a fun evening. October 11 will be Thanksgiving Sunday. Lois Yellowlees attended attended the 53rd Reunion of the class of 45 from Peterborough Normal School. A reception and dinner at the Admiralty Hall, Peterborough was enjoyed by the 44 (class and spouses) there. They all agreed to meet again in the year 2000. Mark's Work Wearhouse Open for Business in Courtice The official opening of Courticc's new Mark's Work Wearhouse took place last weekend. The store, located in Townline Centre at the corner of Townline Rd. and Highway Two, was welcomed by Clarington Mayor Diane Hamre and representatives of Clarington Council on Saturday. It offers 11,600 square feet of clothing and footwear. Taking part in the ribbon-cutting are: (from left)' Councillor Charlie Trim; Councillor Mary Novak, Mark's Work Wearhouse District Manager Dave Wright; Councillor Jim Schell; Assistant Manager J.D. Codling; Manager Cherry Brown; Wayne Clarke of Valiant Property Management; Mayor Diane Hamre and Councillor Jane Rowe. Brad E. Foster Chartered Accountant 10 Mill Street, Kendal, Ontario LOA 1E0 FOR APPOINTMENT CALL: Phone/Fax: (905) 983-8141 Cellular: (905) 242-2005 HOBB BAKKER BERGIN HILL Chartered Accountants Peter A. Hobb, C.A. Wilmar J. Bakker, C.A. Ian F. Bergin, C.A . ..Thomas F.G. Hill C.A, 118 King St. E.,'Bowmanville 623-9461 STEPHEN J. SUTHERLAND Chartered Accountant 13 John Street West Oshawa, Ontario L1H 1W8 721-8600 N.L. WOODHOUSE & ASSOC. 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