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WC . $375 aA A LEELA Shy ' WW MPRA h ANNI RATNER IIR SEAT SIEVE E A SF STE RE BARES TS FATE CORE SS SAT Ree Se.» SEL Sl Se Ses tn 1 8 g: i A 3 43 ae SER a AS ER rears pd . ow . NE -- TL Pr a A p 2 | -Designer Jeans - Parkwood, a place of interest for all who come and visit Parkwood, the home of the late Colonel and Mrs. R.S. McLaughlin is reminiscent of a gracious era gone by." The luxurious 55-room mansion with sprawling lawns and picturesque gardens is located at 270 Simcoe Street, North in Oshawa and has been open to the public since 1972. "When Colonel R.S. McLaughlin died on January 6, 1972 in his 101st year, he bequeathed Parkwood to the Oshawa General Hospital. Under the administration of the Parkwood Foundation, a non-profit organization, the estate is maintained and operated for the benefit of the public. Colonel McLaughlin was born in Enniskillen, Ontario in 1871. He was the son of Robert McLaughlin who founded the McLaughlin Carriage Works. Later, convinced of the success of the automobile industry, Colonel McLaughlin established in 1907, the McLaughlin Motor Car Company. In 1918 this became part of General Motors with Colonel McLaughlin as President. He amassed a fortune and many organizations have since benefited from his generosity. The home was built in 1917 by Darling and Pearson, the same firm that designed the Parliament buildings in Ottawa. In the 1930's additions and rennovations 7" were made and the result is what stands today; an imposing structure on a 12- acre setting. Each room is furnished with priceless antiques collected from around the world. The walls and ceilings are covered with hand-painted murals from the art of Fresco and imported tapestries. There is a bowling alley, barber shop, art gallery, swimming Ls h- our billiard room, squash lead- ¢ wing and even secret pane ing to the children' and billiard room. Parkwood was /recently involved in the movie production of Little Gloria, Happy At Last. Several scenes were shut at the house - for ten days. The Greenhouse complex is another highlight at Park- wood. Flowers, plants, and shrubs are in full bloom this time of year. Fran Fox, secretary at Parkwood told the Star that each.year in mid-November a 250-variety chrysanthemum show is planned in the greenhouses and is free to the public. During 'the summer months, concerts are held on the Parkwood lawns fea- turing local performers like VILLAGE BLUES GAWATERST,, PORT PERRY 985-8864 -Jeans - Cords - | Sweaters & Blouses ALL SIZES, STYLES - &COLOURS. The Store That Says "I Want You To Wear My Pants." the Oshawa Festival Singers. A Tea House overlooking the fountains at the end of a long pool, serves luncheon specialties and afternoon tea. It is open only during the summer season. For those interested, wedding ceremonies, receptions and photography sessions can be scheduled at Parkwood in the Sunken Gardens. - Parkwood is open to the public year-round from 10:30 to 4:30 daily except Monday. The cost is $3. for adults, $2. for Senior Citizens and $1. for students. Family ratés are also available and group tours can be made by appointment. Next week the Star visits the Automobile Building in Oshawa. 4 H TOPS Eko ' One highlight on the Parkwood grounds is the "New Formal gardens' which is famous for its 225 foot pool illuminated with several fountains. Tea House visitors have a delightful view of the various sculptures and fountains as they dine. Epsom and area news . by Jean Jeffery The Baster family enjoyed the Jones family picnic at the home of Shirley's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Jones on Saturday. On Sun- day they went to Strathroy to the home of Paul's sister, Mary and Keith McCallum to join the Baster family picnic. This week, Julie Baster is at the home of her aunt and uncle John and Sandy Jones in Mississauga. : Chris, Joanne and Bert Ruhl, Mr. and Mrs. B. Maharaj and Anand and Jean and Gordon Jeffery, John and Dariene Begin, Hildreth Lyons attended the Hansen Vine wedding in Nestleton on Saturday, then attended the reception for 125 relatives and friends at the groom's home. Luella and Mel Bailey attended the reception. Everything was beautiful and even the weather-man co-operated to "make it a memorably perfect time. Our best wishes for a long and happy marriage to Laurel and Tom. Fruit - Vegetables - Pies - Preserves Antiques - Unused Treasures? Clean out your basement, garage or attic. Got Something to Sell? RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW! PHONE: Thursday to Saturday The Ron Browns are busy people these days. Daughter, Shelley who lives in B.C. is coming home for two weeks vacation and arriving tonight. Lorraine's sister, Vernabelle and her husband, Mr. Brissenden of Stoney Stratford, England will be visiting for the next three weeks. Paul Baster's sister and her husband Roy Menagh and daughters from Yellow- knife arrived this weekend and will make their head- quarters at the Baster home. Donna: Kerry spent the week end with Ann Tapscott at the Tapscott cottage on Cameron Lake. The Ashton families gathered at Ken and Beth Catherwood's cottage on Balsam for a family picnic on Sunday. Ross and Barbara Evans were on holiday to Green Bay, Wisc. U.S.A. to visit cousins Don and Delores Rifleman and enjoyed the beautiful dairy country. Scugog Chamber of Commerce ... GIANT FLEA MARKET -- WESTERN WEEKEND -- AUGUST 5-6-7-8. 985-8160 Wendy Evans visited Doug and Beth Wilson while her parents were on holiday while Janice did the honours at home and now Janice is spending a few days visiting Grandma Evans in Ux- bridge. The Community picnic was excellent on Sunday. Better than usual (if that was possible). There were quite a number of visitors welcomed. Chris and Joanne Ruhl had a pleasant trip to North Bay recently to visit daughter Peggy and her husband Bill Burke. Earl and Marie Wilson were travelling in New Brunswick and visiting family and friends for ten days recently. Joyce and Richard Luchuk and Leah of Wiarton are finishing their holiday at Earl and Marie Wilsons. Janet and Blair Clarke and daughter Lindsey, of Clare- mnt, were supper guests on Sunday with Marie and Earl Wilson. COUCCT COO OT C2 tinge ae © AN LK 3.0 Tare, gn A A Ys Ea ' daadutiblyw wissdointialr boon sia inad shonipa pu. odo PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday July 27, 1982 -- © 7 -> A 3 Ad ' Ae , N 3 PEAR | CRRA w= + N Ra 1S 2 This is a small part of the vast Greenhouse Complex at Parkwood which can be entered off one of the hallways. In mid-November the greenhouse is transformed by 250 different varieties of chrysan- themums, an annual show at Parkwood and free to the public. SERMON SERIES Finding answers to the questions posed by our hurts and or fied for restored relationships will be the common theme for the . Joint Summer Services at St. John's Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Stuart McEntrye, preaching. - The community if cordially invited to attend. - All Services are at 9:55 A.M. AUGUST 8th - How Do We Honour God's Law? AUGUST 15th - How Does God See Us? AUGUST 22nd - Does God Need Our Apologies? AUGUST 29th - So You Don't Have A Prayer? SEPT. 5th - Standing in the Need of Prayer? Holy Communion will be celebrated on September 5th with the Rev. Glen Jackson and the Rev. Stuart McEntyre officiating. Fired FE TA PEE Phe > £t HS oh FC Sg te