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Port Perry Star, 27 Sep 1988, p. 45

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Durham Region Crime Stoppers Hit and run car accident Crime Stoppers and Durham Regional Police are asking for the public's help in solving a hit and run accident which occurred. in north west Oshawa on August 25th. At about 4 p.m. a vehicle which was travelling southbound on Thornton Road thro the in- teresection of Adelaide Avenue West was rear ended by another vehicle. The vehicle at fault spun sideways and was hit by yet another vehicle, but managed to flee the scene. The people in the car which was rear ended were taken to hospital and later released. The wanted vehicle is describ- ed as a full size car, silver or brown in colour. Have you any idea whose vehi- cle this is? Have you seen a vehi- cle like this with damage to the front and right rear. Do you know anyone who had hit another vehicle or a pedestrian and taken off? If you have any information call Crime Stoppers. You will never be asked for your name or have to go to Court. When you call you will be given a Code number to iden- tify yourself later if you are eligi- Uxbridge area tour of homes set for Oct. A tour of homes in and around the Uxbridge area takes place this Saturday, October 1st, with proceeds from the event going in support of the Hospital for Sick Children expansion. Billed as 'Great Homes and Special Places' the house tour takes in seven buildings which in- clude the recently renovated and expanded Uxbridge Public Library, the Music Hall and five lovely area homes. The tours begin at 1:00 p.m. and tickets are $10.00 per person. Children under 16 years of age will be entertained and provided lunch. at the Holmes' property while adults are on the tour. Tickets are available in Uxbridge at Holmes Decor, Bascom Street; Tiers Drug Store (both loca- tions); and Davie Pharmacy, Brock: Street. 'The following locations are the homes and buildings to be toured: 1. "Soletude": The Holmes' residence was designed and built by the owners in 1981. English Tudor in design, it has a solar assisted heating system. There are 63 acres of treed land, with trout stream and ponds. 2. "Stonewall": in this tranquil Mh you will see ponds, manicured lawns, tennis courts and a magnificent view of the valley west of Sandford. This _ lovely contemporary home is owned by Mrs. Nancy Karrys. Some of the features include a sauna and billiards room opening out onto the gardens. 3. "Prince Lee Acres': Mr. Norm Clements has graciously of- fered to open "Cam Fella's" y room for our viewing, Cam - Fella was North American '"'Horse of the Year" for 1982/1983. We will tour the lounge and facilities provided by Mr. Clements for the staff at the farm. Under construction, is a 20,000 sq. ft. building that will house squash courts, exercise room, gym- nasium and a day care centre for employees' children. 4. "Quaker Croft": Mr. & Mrs. John Home reside in this beautiful Century stone home. Cross the stone floors in the newly renovated kitchen, dining and summer room. The natural pine, tall ceilings and windows overlooking the Uxbridge Valley - make this a magnificent place and a favourite of many. This home was originally built for the first Justice of the Peace for Ux- 'bridge Township. 5. 'Uxbridge Music Hall": Built in 1901, this building replac- ed the old Ontario Hall that had burned. -If these walls could speak, what a story they would tell. Truly a centre of entertain- ment for the whole community, it has housed famous musical and theatrical performers, resident Sweet Adelines and Chamber Choir, charity dinner dances, wedding and anniversary parties to name a few. District Small Claim Court sessions are held here. It has excellent accoustics, a stage, and a beautiful filagreed balustrade surrounds balcony. 6. "Uxbridge Public Library": The library has celebrated 100 years of service to the communi- ty. The recent new addition blends beautifully with the original Joseph Gould Institute. Be sure to see the brick wall bear- ing the names of many Uxbridge families who supported the addi- tion by purchasing the bricks. The exquisite quilt displayed over the stairway was designed by Bar- bara Murphy and was sewn by 123 members of the community whose names are embroidered thereon. 7. "Morley House': Heading south from Uxbridge, you will pass through a tree tunnel to reach the lovely home of Drs. Tom & Helen Morley. Nestled on the side of a valley, this gracious stone home appears as a Century home alth it was built in 1980. It truly reflects the country at- mosphere with comfortable fur- nishing and exquisite rooms. Thank You ... tc everybody who supported us in the last year. We invite you to drop in for coffee & donuts this Wednesday and Thursday. LORRAINE & LES RAGLAN VARIETY ble for a cash reward of up to $1,000. The Crime Stoppers number is 436-8477 that's 436-TIPS. Long distance call collect. A Citizen Board administers the Crime Stoppers Programs of which there are now over 800 in North America. The reward money is raised through Tax Deductible donations which may be sent to Toronto and Regional Crime Stoppers, P.O. Box 54, Oshawa, Ontario. L1H 7K8. PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, September 27, 1988 -- 45 by Connie Haigh The September meeting of the Scugog Island Women's Institute was held in the Island Communi- ty Hall with an excellent turnout of members, and was chaired by the President, Mary Ostrom. After a brief business session the guest speaker, Monique Howat, was introduced by Connie Haigh, convenor of Family and Con- sumer Affairs committee. Ms. Howat's topic was '"Recycl- ing and Conservation." She spoke of the urgency of doing something Island W.I. now to prevent the wholesale pollution of our planet, and of- fered many suggestions for everyone, in order to conserve our resources. Ms. Howat's talk was extremely well received and resulted in many questions and enthusiastic discussions on the subject. Afterwards sandwiches and coffee was served. The October meeting will be under the convenorship of Helen Hortop and her Committee. Jane King will be our delegate at the Annual Convention to held in Toronto in October. the INSIDE COVERED STORAGE FOR 200 BOATS, CAMPERS, CAMPER TRAILERS - -- 2 ACRES OF OUTSIDE STORAGE -- specializing in . FALL TUNEUPS WINTERIZING of INBOARD / OUTBOARDS Non-Toxic Antifreeze, Oil, etc. -- BOAT BROKERAGE -- Scugog Island Marina 985- 8200 orin 10 77 Reaction to the Star's anniversary su plement last week has been more. than gratifying, with quite a number of those we talked to sug- gesting we should revert to the "old" ort Perry Star masth thead' per- manently. While admitting there is a certain nostalgia and class to the old lettering, we are not too sure how the public would react to the change. For this reason we are going to give you a chance to have your say. Which of the two mastheads show below would you like to see the Star use on a weekly basis. Just check the appropriate box and: send it to : Star Masthead, P.O Box 90, Port Perry, Ontario, LOB INO. ~All entries received will be entered into a draw and become eligi- ble for a $100 CASH PRIZE. Send in your suggestion today. All en- tries must be in the Star office by Saturday, October 8, 4:00 P.M. The winner will be announced i in the October Oth | issue of the Star. | yo 7 8 ON DAD DOIN IMUIDBIBIMY NS =p Serving Port Perry and Scugog Township since 1866 I, NLMIMUI])YNY bia Port Perry STAR Serving Port Perry and area since 1866 Ths DON NOON \ NAME... LAAT IE EAT] pai dddd dALALAL LILIA AA LAL AAR AA dad DALLA EL (1111 ad dadddd id dhdad d T 7722222222222 mm -- DOOD ADDRESS......... SO 744 ii NN wv Cac Z2et EA ce cout zur ut con Ze ra A * gl si = gli aa at SE. Zh ZR A. CN al A ah AL ial Tia pgianh cag coal cul cd

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