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Scugog Citizen (1991), 1 Jun 1993, p. 6

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George B. Freeman Funeral services were held for the late George Buchanan Freeman of Scugog Island on Tuesday, April 20, in the McDermott-Panabaker Chapel of the Wagg Funeral Home in Port Perry, with the Rev. Ron Van Auken of the Presbyterian Church officiating. Mr. Freeman died peacefully on Saturday, April 17, at the Community Nursing Home in Port Perry. George Freeman was born in Cookstown, Ireland on July 28, 1899, to Ann and Samuel Freeman, the youngest of their 10 childrén. On March 31, of 1926 George married Iris Powell and they moved to Canada, settling in Winnipeg where he worked for various farmers. With the building of the Hydro Dam at Antikokan they moved to Ontario where he went to work on the construction of the dam. Later moving to Toronto, George worked at several jobs, including the building of Maple Leaf Gardens. In March '1939 when the Second World War came along they moved from Toronto to Scugog Island on the Head Road. There they farmed and Great Garden BEGIN HERE! © Mon. to Sat.'8:30 to 8:00; Sunday 10:000 6:00 drew milk into Goodes Dairy in Port Perry with a team of horses. Later George got a job driving a milk transport for farmers and moved from the Head Road to Concession 10 West where he continued to farm and drive his own milk truck and deliver ice in the - summer. Before retiring he would work for the Township of Scugog Roads Départment and the County of Ontario Roads Department, finishing his career working at McCallum's Transport driving a car transport. Throughout his life, George was very musical. As a young boy he played the pipes and toured Ireland with pipe bands his father trained. His group of musicians played on the original Bluenose when it was in Toronto Harbour. " George was predeceased by his wife Iris who died March 31, 1990, théir 64th wedding anniversary. He is survived by his three sons George and his wife Ethel, Roy and his wife Betty Ann all of Scugog Island, and Don and his wife Dorothy of Bobcaygeon, eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Just 2 Miles South of Port Pe on the Oshawa Rd. 12550.Simcoe Street 985-4353 irene Watson, Kara Olsen and Jason Behling had their pick of some great videos for winning Response the colouring contest sponsored by the Port Perry branch of the Laurentian Bank. from children to the contest was just great said Donna Samis, assistant manager at the bank. The judges had a tough time picking the three winners from all the entries. The contest was part of a bank promotion and campaign. Server course popular On Wednesday, May 26, a server intervention progrant was held at Port Perry High School. The program was run by Toni Your satisfaction is our growth. open. | CHICKEN WINGS © AT THE LITTLE IRISH PUB? Wing Night Special Every Night! For all teams in uniform! Bring the team in for our famous Irish Wings ... medium, hot or suicide. Our new licenced outdoor patio is now Theresa prepares them, Dave provides refreshments, and you enjoy them every, night at the Antrim House. s You'll find us on Water Street, just across from the ballpark. Come on down and see what Port's been missing. The Antrim House : Good food. Good drink. Good times. . 52 Water Street. 985-8853 Monday to Saturday 11 AM to 1AM; Sunday 11 AM to 12 Midnight > McDermott of the Addiction Research Foundation. More than 40 Township residents turned out for this informative session. The two main goals of the program are liability awareness apd server education. : Those in attendance included restauranta/bars, service clubs, parks boards, sport groups, and special events boards. Participants left, with a base of knowledge for developing their own servicing strategies which include: Refusal rights, occupier's liability, signs of intoxication, and responsibilities to patrons. As of January 1, 1994, all those individuals-planning to take out a special occasion permit on Township owned parks and facilities will be required to have at least one representative serving who has completed the server intervention program. All those interested in attending this course should contact the Township office at 985-7346. A list is being compiled for a second course, which will likely be held within the next few months. (706) 328-1402 (708) 8 Reach | ~ W Pa (1/4 Mile East of No. 12) Windows & Patio Doors AN EFFICIENT WINDOWS Allen's Siding Products Limited Sales & Installation DOORS - WINDOWS - ADDITIONS - SOLARIUMS PORT PERRY 78-2023 416) 985-3333 ark - R Road 8 . E ESTIMATES ENERGY COUNTRY Music LEGENDS in concertfeaturihg JOHNNY BURKE @ THE POST FAMILY oH MaciNTYRE @ MYRNA LORRIE @ ELAINE JARVIS ® ALBERT MacDONALD © LORNE HACHEY © JOHN MATDEM ® AL BRISCO @ BETTY:BRISCO "PROVIDENCE™ JUNE 6TH, H. 1993 TWO SHOWS 2.& 7 PM At the Uxbridge Music Hall TICKETS : $10.00 Advance; $12.00 at the Door AVAILABLE AT : Radio Shack, Uxbridge; Irwin Smith Music, Port Perry; Stoufiville Tribune, Stouffville. 5. FAIRBOARD For more information call Marine Pollard (416) 852-7647 FUNDRAISER

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