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Taking the oath A somewhat sombre-looking Mayor Howard Hall and Township administrator Earl Cuddie, following the official swearing in ceremonies for the new coun- cil at the inaugural meeting Monday afternoon. The new Mayor sald he won't be wearing the traditional black robes at all council meetings, but he will sport the chain of office. And he has pledged to set aside - specific times each week to meet with constituents at the Township office on municipal matters. THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY w OF DURHAM CLOSURE OF NEWCASTLE TRANSFER STATION The Newcastle Transfer Station (formerly the Darlington Landfill Site) located north of Regional Road No. 20, will be closed permanently on December 31, 1988. Household refuse for disposal can be taken to the Cartwright Transfer Station. The hours of operation for this Transfer Station are: MONDAY -- 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM : TUESDAY -- 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (May 1 - Oct. 31, 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM) WEDNESDAY -- CLOSED THURSDAY -- 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM FRIDAY -- 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM SATURDAY -- 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM The Cartwright Transfer Station is located on the south side of Cartwright Conces- sion Road No. 4, east of Regional Road No. 57. W.A. TWELVETREES, P.ENG., COMMISSIONER OF WORKS Solidarity with Women Signs of activity in this Ecumenical Decade of Churches in Solidarity with Women in Church and Society, 1988 - 1998 were evident at the two Fall rallies of the United Church Women of Oshawa Presbyterial on October 26th at Simcoe St. United Church and on October 27th at Newcastle United Church. The theme of the ecumenical decade is "who will roll away the stone?" (Mark 16:3). Some of the stones that were given a push at these meetings were the need for better housing in some parts of Nicaragua; world development and relief; community develop- ment in Oshawa; concerns of youth; hearing and assisting op- pressed people and those with dif- ferent life-styles. Ecumenical involvement is being planned locally, for which ideas and sug- gestions are needed and welcom- ed - please contact Jacquelin Guthrie, Audley, or Betty Turcott, Bowmanville, President of the Women's Inter Church Council, or any member of the UCW ex- ecutive, or an active woman in your church. Attractive sweat- shirts are available to heighten awareness of the ecumenical decade, and program kits to deepen understanding of shalom. Who Is My Neighbour? Habitat for Humanity, a group which helps provide shelter for people in many parts of the world, was the auspices under which Mrs. Kathryn Latimer, Georgetown, Ontario, went to Nicaragua to help build improv- ed housing in May 1987. Latimer was the guest speaker at the UCW Regional meetings to nearly 200 women who felt better informed following Latimer's slide presen- tation of daily life in Nicaragua. Appreciation was expressed to Mrs. Latimer by Eileen Waltham, Audley UCW, and by Alma Wilson, Mount Zion. Another highlight of the meeting was the meditation, - "Reaching for Rainbows", which was led by Betty Turcott who was assisted by two colourful Chris- tian clowns. Reports of the activities of UCW were given by various means, in- cluding skits, and the literature reporter even broke out in song. Pamela Smit, a Co-ordinator of the South Oshawa Community Development Project, outlined the present activities and the plans for SOCDP, stressing the concept of "people in communi- ty". Linda Trono, Youth Worker, discussed "what does youth want?" "Between the expecta- tions of young people and the realtiy, there is often a wide gap", she said. A youth council has been formed in Oshawa Presbytery by youth for youth. Each UCW local unit presented HAVE a COUNTRY CHRISTMAS! COUNT px os mere --%H 1% Q h) (23 -- ® tack clothing aifts 52 WATER STREET, PORT PERRY RY SADDL r= FFT -- fn h v LY ERY Ko 985-4241 " OPEN SUNDAYS 12 to 4, DECEMBER 11th & 18th Gifts for Horse Lovers an offering for World Develop- ment in a service which was led by Bette Withers, Ajax. The meetings were presided by 1st Vice President Betty Turcott on Wednesday evening, and by 2nd Vice President Shelley Wright, Oshawa, on Thursday. Participants were welcomed by UCW President Mrs. Esther Trot- theme for Church rallies ter and the Rev. Peter Tink at Simcoe St. Church, and by UCW President Mrs. Shirley Coyle and the Rev. Don Stiles at Newcastle. Greetings were brought from Oshawa Presbytery by the Rev. Brian Gee. The next presbytery-wide gathering will be the January Workshop on the subject of '""Healing"'. Are you ready if the car quits? Surely your son put the spare ire back in the trunk after he had Jat flat fixed last week. You reminded him twice! As you open the trunk and stare hopelessly at the empty tire well, you realize you're stranded with another flat on this deserted road at midnight. And, it's well below freezing. Every winter, thousands of Canadian drivers are stranded because they failed to service their cars or check to ensure they had all the basics needed in an emergency. If you do get strand- ed, there are some pointers to follow to ensure your safety. Move your car as far over on the side of the road as possible. Put on your emergency flashers and light flares if you have them, being very careful getting out of your car. Exit by the door farthest away from moving traffic if at all possible. Tie a white or brightly coloured cloth around the radio antenna to indicate you need help. Unless you can see a gas sta- tion, house or telephone within easy walking distance, it's safest to stay in your car where you're protected from the elements and can be seen by passing cars. If you're stranded on a freeway, get your car to the nearest shoulder as quickley as possible and stay with your car. Never cross the freeway. If your car motor still runs, use it and your fuel sparingly. Turn on the car engine for 10 minutes every hour to keep the car warm and to keep the battery charging to run the flashers. To avoid car- bon monoxide poisoning, always keep a window open a crack to ventilate the car. If you have a station wagon or hatchback, don't open the rear window as it will draw the exhaust fumes into the car. Check to ensure the exhaust pipe isn't clogged with snow. Never allow yourself to fall asleep. Keep yourself awake by stepping out of the car and mov- ing around occasionally. Clapping your hands and moving your body around vigorously will increase circulation and build up body heat. Wrap yourself in a blanket or any emergency clothing you have in your emergency survival kit. If you have a candle in your emergency kit, light it inside the car for warmth. Open your win- do periodically for ventilation. A single candle can warm a full- size, sealed car by about 4.5°C (10°F). : Do not drink alcohol to keep warm. Alcohol causes blood vessels close to the skin to ex- pand, speeding up loss of.-body heat. It also causes drowsiness and you could freeze to death while sleeping. Uniroyal Tires and the National Auto League have teamed up ina major promotion to remind you to "Play it Safe" by planning for potential winter driving emergencies. One in a series of articles pro- viding tips on safe winter driving. * SPORTS * FEATURES * POLITICAL * LOCAL * EDITORIAL Keep yourself informed... Read the Star weekly!