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70 PRR vo oN NL + 7 pote . ' ADE | oo 1] ' v of ' £4 nN Lh) y [PY SUH DETAR AMIR fed Ah Sections dds od aL aX Y Lia : ; : : 4 . or Will council elect own Regional Chairman The election of Durham's next regional chairman, in 1977, will most likely take place in the regional council chambers with 30 newly- elected councillorg casting their votes openly. This was the approach favored by about two-thirds of the regional council last week folowing an hour-long discussion on the merits of a region-wide election of chairman; or, having the councillors chose the chair- man at the council's first meeting of 1977, and every two years after that. The person elected chair- man does not have to be one of the 30 councillors. Under the Durham Act, it could be "any other person." The debate on the electoral procedure, initiated by Coun. Mike Breaugh (Oshawa), came during council's per- usal of a proposed procedu- ral bylaw. Although the section of the bylaw council was studying at the time dealt with the technicalities of electing the chairman "in-house," the members agreed with Coun. Breaygh that now was the most opportune time to dis- . cuss the matter, rather than after the bylaw was appro- ved. In support of having the region's electorate select the chairman, Coun. Breaugh Tax deadline (continued stuck with the interest. that, in the words of Reg Rose, would have been "em- barrassing." - . Councillor Rose said that areas which are still working out details of amalgamation of three or four municipali- ties have later tax collection dates than some other areas, because of the extra reor- ganization needed to bring about amalgamations smoothly. He said the dates originally recommended by the Finance Committee would have, "penalized," councils in amalgamated areas. i INVEST NOW! Victoria & Grey Trust Guaranteed Investments 3 % 5 Years INTEREST is payable half yearly or may be left to compound EMMERSON INSURANCE AGENCY LIMITED 191 Queen St. Port Perry Telephone 985-7306 RCA LL S-S-.@ . ; ta°teoesodcd maintained this manner was 'the pure democratic form." Predicting that a 'group system" (somewhat like a political party structure) to fielding a slate of candidates s "not quite as far-fetched as you might think," Coun. Breaugh said the people should have a clear choice for the chairman's position. But, he concluded since regional chairmen have access to provincial meet- ings and they have a "major influence" on the council's direction, the people of the region should choose the chairman. Coun. Garnet Rickard (Newcastle), who was pre- senting the bylaw to council, suggested the election de- bate be held off for six months, as council support of Coun. Breaugh's suggestion "would require a change in the (Durham) Act." Coun. Ken Lyall (New- castle) was wary of a region- wide campaign for election of regional chairman. "Where's the money'gonna come from for the cam- paigns?" he asked. Both Couns. Gerry Emm (Whitby) and Alan Dewar (Oshawa) supported the election of chairman by the councillors system, with the latter implying that more "control" could be exerted by council over the person chosen. A chairman with a strong mandate from the electorate could "create an agency which can act in exclusion to council," Coun. Dewar thought. A* council-elected chair- man would provide a much more 'controlled situation," he added. Coun. Keith Ross (Oshawa) then introduced a successful amendment to the section of the bylaw requir- ing -the chairman's election be "by a roll call vote of all councillors present." Coun. Des Newman (Whitby) opposed both the amendment and Coun. Dewar's position. He didn't like the amend- ment because it would deprive the regional council- Manchester area news Church Sunday March 3, 11:15, B.R. Pogue in charge. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Elliott visiting her mother Mrs. Stewart, Agincourt, Sunday also other friends. Week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Roberts were Mrs. M. Battae and Dorothy of Waterloo. Miss Ruth Gishler dinner guest Sunday of her sister Mrs. W. A. McKay, Sunday at Pickering. Mr. and Mrs. Art Fielding visiting Mrs. Ada Hogg, Lakeview Manor, Beaverton last Tuesday. Mrs. Bill Lamb, Anne and Janet, Mrs. Ron MeKen- zie, Lea Anne and Lisa enjoyed the Ballet at Toronto on Saturday. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Dave Wilson on the birth of their son Christo- pher David February 12. Mr. and Mrs. Lew Field- ing, Keswick and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Jewell, Uxbridge callers al Mr. and Mrs. Art Fielding. in '77? lors of 'one of the prize possessions of a democratic society: that a voter retain his secrecy" in choosing a candidate. Coun. Newman said Coun. Dewar's contention that a chairman elected at large might not be the 'servant of the council" as "being dis- respectful of the assembly." There was no question in Coun. Newman's mind that "the people at large hold you accountable at large." While Coun. John Goodwin (Whitby) suggested making an application for a private bill, to amend the Durham Act, to provide for elections of regional chairman at large, Coun. George Ashe (Pickering) didn't feel the electorate could know the abilities of all the possible candidates. | SAVE! SAVE! SAVE! BRUTON s [had gon, ASPIRIN 100's Nestleton and Caesarea news daughter of Helen and Wilf Vine had the misfortune of falling and fracturing her wrist. Take care Debbie and hurry and have that wrist back to normal for spring. BRIDAL SHOWER A bridal shower of local interest was held in the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Gran- del in Nestleton on Sunday, February the 17th. The guest of honour was Miss Doris Kellett of Janetville, the bride-elect of Mr. Perry Grandel. Among the guests were the future Mrs. P. Grandel's mother, Mrs. M. Kellett and her maternal grandmother Mrs. Warden. Several school chums, neighbours and relatives completed the guest list. An afternoon of enjoyment was had by all. The young couple received many lovely gifts and expressed their gratitude to everyone. A buffet consisting until SATURDAY, MARCH 2 -- Rd Sn AR RE 0 Mr. J.A. versity of Mr. Lawrence. these and other of salads, cold cuts. rolls and, lovely shower cake tempted even the most meager appe- tite. On behalf of the com- munity may I extend a wish for many, many years of happiness to Doris "and Perry. LADIES WILL START A "BIRTHDAY BOX" The Nestleton Presby- terian Ladies Aid was hosted by Mrs. Grant Thompson on Wednesday evening, Febru- ary the 13th. The President, Mrs. H. Visser, thanked the ladies hostess and after wel- coming all, opened the meeting with a hymn fol- lowed by The Lord's Prayer. Mrs. Thompson was in charge of the Devotional taken from the First Corin- thians, Chapter 13. Miss Ruth Proutt, Sec. read the minutes, correspondence and thank you notes. It was decided by the ladies to pack a bale for Evangel Hall im S.R. 'Stan' Bruton is retiring at the end of February after 28 years as a pharmacist in Port Perry. "Jim" pharmacist who trained at the Uni- Saskatchewan, taking over the business. This "Thank You" Sale has been arranged to mark the occasion. It conveys Stan Bruton's appreciation to the citizens of Port Perry and district for their patronage over the years and will be a means of introducing the new owner, and new citizen of Port Perry, Lawrence, a will be The store will continue under the name Bruton's |I.D.A. Pharmacy. Come in and take advantage of low, low prices. FORMULA 44 COUGH SYRUP 30z.- Sugg. list*1.39 CREST TOOTH PASTE 10 ounee. { 51.99] Suag: Lis Sugg Mission It was suggested that a "birthday box' be started. The programme theme, the word "love was expressed in many ways. The hymn "0 Love That Will Not Let Me Go" was sung, readings by Mrs. Thompson, Mrs. H. McLaughlin, Mrs. H. Lee, Miss Ruth Proutt, and M rs. N. Johnstone. Mrs. Johi-, stone assisted the hostess with lunch and Mrs. G. Heaslip voiced appreciation. I read this recently and found it rather candid . . .A five year old was kneeling at his bedside saying his prayers. His mother scolded, "I can't hear you," to which the little boy replied *1 wasn't talking to you Mom." Just a thought . . . Countless Snowbirds per- formed their graceful ballet as golden sun's rays flirted openly with flakes of new fallen snow. . .What loveli- ness our eyes may behold. SALE MANY MORE UNADVERTISED : SPECIALS IN- N-STORE, LIQUID DETERGENT 24 oz. Bottle BRUTON'S m-E>-4a. PHARMACY 985-3548 PORT PERRY PAREN