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t 2-Orono Weekly Times, Wednesday, December 17th, 1980 Second CÏasà.MâU Registration Number 006368 Published Every Wednesday at the office of Publication Hein Street, Orono ' Roy C. Forrester, Editor PUBLIC SHOULD POINT THE WAY . Despite, the mounting evidence that drug abuse is costing this nation millions of dollars and countless loss through degradation of our young people, politicians at , Ottawa persist in recommending a relaxation of drug legislation. They are virtually opening the door to even more misery and suffering while'hampering law enforcement officers in their attempt to protect society. Seemingly wearing two hats, politicians claim they are dpposed to drug abuse, but in the next breath turn full circle and soften the penalties for such abuse. The latter is supposedly based on the thought they do not want young people burdened down with criminal records. The plan is to continue laws against trafficking but allow relaxation of the laws against anyone purchasing illegal drugs. Such legislation, we feel, is nonsense, and irresponsible representation by the politicians, There is only one answer to the drug traffic and the parasites that feed on anyone who consume such poison and that is nothing short of the stiffest possible penalties. The death penalty would hardly be severe enough for traffickers while those who use drugs must be protected from themselves by serving stiff sentences as well. There are certain things that can be tolerated, also some political bungling that can be overlooked, but when it comes to the question of drug trafficking the public owe it to themselves to take a firm stand. Politicians should be made aware once and for all that the public will not accept their, lackadaisical approach to this most serious threat to our society. , Citizens throughout each and every community, coast to coast, should form anti-drug groups and collectively present their demands to the politicians. If these representatives haven't the intelligence to make up their own minds about this problem then perhaps they should be given guidance bÿ the very people who make their existence possible. • A NEED FOR MORE VOLUNTEERS In the Town of Newcastle Community Care "Keep In Touch" newsletter it has been expressed that there is a need for additional volunteers to carry out the program of work at Community Care that has been instituted over the past three years. The newsletter points there is a bad need of drivers. The organization is now asking that Seniors give at least twenty-four hour notice for any service requiring a volunteer. OPERATING SUITE OPERATIVE FEB. 3 Memorial which has been closed due to the fire this summer. Elston said they now expect the suite to be operative as of February 3rd. At the present time only minor operations are _being__ carried out at , Memorial. The staff and doctors at Memorial are holding their Christmas dinner today, Wednesday, Wednesday, both at noon and at the dinner hour. Retirees are also invifed to the Christmas dinner. Rebekah Lodge News Tuesday, December 9th Heather Rebekah Lodge held their Christmas party. At 6:30 all were assembled when 35 brothers and sisters sat down to a delicious turkey dinner, catered by the ladies of Kirby ,church. Eight o'clock lodge was called to order with Sister Mary Thompson, Noble Grand, presiding with Sister .Violet Dunlop, Vice Grand assisting. Members were given a warm welcome by Sister Mary Thompson. The highlight of the evening was when Sister Barbara Patterson was received into membership of Heather Lodge on transfer from Osh- awa No. 3. Welcome to Heather, Sister Barb. Reports were given by Sister Joyce Major re catering catering the the Bazaar, and Sister Violet Dunlop reported or the visiting committee. Birthday greetings were extended to Sister Gladys McKenzie, Sister Gloria Todd, Sister Laverne Barra^ ball, Sister Hattie Wilson, Sister Ruth Robinson, Brother Brother Gord» Watson, Brother Clare Martin and Brother Danny Hall. Lodge closed and all gathered gathered in the banquet hall where Santa arrived with gifts for all. Those who had a secret Sister exchanged gifts . and greetings. Lunch of Christmas cake and cheese and candy and punch was served by the committee in charge. Region yet to deal with water rates Although Regional council met last Wednesday they have yet to come up with a decision as to increased water and sewer rates. It has* been proposed that water and sewer rates increase by 17.5 percent for 1981 with a further five percent increase in 1982. Water rates in Orono would increase by 11 percent for 1981 with a further increase in 1982 if council accepts a "joint committee recommendation. Council has been told that water rates must increase to break even in the operation. Losses have occurred through 1 the closing of some industiral plants in the Region and expected increased revenues from increased development has not proceeded as expected: expected: Although the Region did not deal with increased water rates they did reduce, to a degree, that portion of Reg-, ional lot levies which are collected by the Region from developers relating to Water and sewers. Council will at their next meeting consider a further reduction in lot levies .which portion relates to the department of public works and those relating to general purposes. Counc. Harare, Ward 3, states the Region is facing its problems only with a 'band- aid' approach. She said she is unable to support the increased increased water charges and the lowering of lot levy charges even though she understands the need: She said the Region must take an overall look at the problem. Harare points out that the Region has passed a resolution resolution earlier this year to eliminate eliminate the percentage requirement requirement of industrial development development to that of residential development. She states that if residential development surges ahead Durham could become a bedroom community community with little or no new industrial development resulting resulting in putting taxes for rural taxpayers out of sight. She states that the Region must have control over the amount of residential development development and that this should be considered at this point when council is considering an increase in water charges and the lowering of lot levies. She said if this is not considered now it could cause a real problem in the future. Doug Wilson, an Oshawa aldernlan and Regional councillor councillor has been quoted in the Toronto Star as stating that * the Region is in a disaster right now. The article said the region is looking for $4 million in additional revenues to offset losses in lot levies and to bolster what is needed by increased water rates. Mayor Allan Pilkey, Oshawa, Oshawa, points out that sewage rates charged the Region for use of the $350 million York-' Durham sewage treatment plant are to increase by 60 percent above the present rates at the beginning of the year. As a result the Region is again sending chairman Gary Herrema back to the province to seek a cooling out period even though the cost to the province to operate the plant will still be more, than it will receive from both York and Durham. York Region has already signed its new agreement agreement to take effect in 1981 while Durham has been holding back. Herrema is expected to report back to Regional council at its next meeting as to the result of his meeting with the province. Herrema now thinks the region is getting a good deal from the Province. Kendal News Shepherds, simple, lowly, poor In a stable bowed the knee. Wise men with their wordly wealth Spread their gifts for Him to see. Grant, O Lord that humbly we Worship in simplicity. It took a brave person to venture out on the sixth line Sunday morning, December 14th. The white outs were frequent, however it was the children's Christmas Program Program at the Kendal church so the parents had to risk it and all the children got there. After the call to worship was finished, Mrs. Jean Hoy's class gave a play entitled, "A Certain Small Shepherd". Brad Foster and Ian Andrews gave a skit entitled, "The Travellers". The nursery class sang, "Away in a Manger". The senior class put on a dialogue entitled, "Why it all happened! " Rolf Hellebust told us that the third Advent candle represented represented hope. Isaiah looked forward to the coming of Jesus. Murray Greenwood and Andrew Hellebust took up the offering. The girls of the Sunday School sang, "All Poor Men and Humble". Mrs. Mary Lou Fonk's class put on "The Manger Creche", followed followed by carol singing. The Drummer Boy was played by Lisa Hoy on the flute, Patricia Frank on the trombone, Steven Hellebqst, trumpet, accompanied by Andrew, Hellebust on the piano. Thën Steven playèd on his trumpet, "O Holy Night", accompanied by his brother UNITED CHURCH Orono Pastoral Charge , Minister Rev. Wayne Wright, B.A.; M,Div Organist and Choir Director DpvMOirwy . Sunday, December 21,1980 ORONO UNITED CHURCH Sunday Church School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11:15 a.m. BIBLE STUDY Thursday 7 p.m. Friendship Room CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES Leskard 7:30p.m. Orono 10 p.m. KIRBY UNITED CHURCH Sunday Church School, 9:45 Morning Worship 9:45 St. Saviours ANGLICAN CHURCH . Ofono, Ontario Regular Sunday Worship Service -10:00 a.m. Rev. Allan Haldenby B.A. L.+h. Rolf. This was very -fine indeed. The three Hellebust boys played, "Ding Dong Merrily on High", on their instruments. The senior class wound up the program with "The Christmas Garden", followed by "Silent Night". The bags of candies were given out and one and all enjoyed a Pot Luck lunch in the Sunday School room. Many thanks to all those who worked so hard to plan this event. The flowers in the church w.ére in memory of Mr. .Argus Curtis. If your Christmas cake falls don't cry. It will make a wonderful steamed pudding with your favourite sauce. ^ When my aunt Mrs. Çhas. Tamblyn lived in Woodbridge she took a little three year old boy from the Children's Aid to board just before Christmas. The banker's wife had a six year old son. She called my aunt and said, "I'm asking Billy to choose one of his many presents to take up as a gift to your little lad, we'll drive up soon." 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