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I PUTOP---- "A Family Tradition for 128 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, April 12,1994 - 17 -- The unique carvings of Don Preston will be featured at the Rotary Club's Artfest '94 next month. Mr. Preston carves fish decoys, which are used as lures (without hooks) to attract larger fish into range. Above, are four of the decoys which will be on display at Artfest, May 7, 8 at the high school in Port Perry. (see story) Fish decoy carver Don Preston was first intro- duced to the world of Ice Fish Decoys by his father more than 40 years ago while ice fishing in Ontario. Since that first contact with a fish decoy, Don has de- veloped his own unique paint: ing style. He has been able to capture, through his decoys, the beauty and natural appeal of the fish. Fish Decoys are lures without hooks, used for centuries by ice fishermen to mimic live prey and coax big fish into the range of a spear. Most often, decoys re- semble fish, but sometimes Don carves the shape of a frog, or other unusual shapes. What was once an obscure, utilitarian craft is now winning recognition as an authentic North American folk art. Fish BR ---_--.___..t1roo ORT PERRY auto glass &* trim 1d, That Fit You esse Sewer = BOOED oe . oe J. PETER HVIDSTEN / PORT PERRY STAR 93 INTREPID Choose from 2 - Red or Blue - 3.3 V6, auto trans., AM/FM cass. air con., child seat, tilt, cruise, power wind/lock/mirrors. (28-3926 & 28-3860) 93 SPIRIT Choose from 2 - White or Green, 4 cyl., auto trans., air conditioning, AM/FM cass. tilt, cruise, low km"s. (28-4013 & 28-3898) Decoys have become a collec- tor's dream, as some owners watch in amazement as the val- ue of their acquisitions increas- es substantially. Before he died in 1951, Michigan wilderness available. Only 23,700 km's. (28-4058) 93 CHRYSLER 5TH White, fully equipped luxury car for those that appreciate one! Factory warranty LE & SE both 7 pass., V6, auto trans, don't delay - call today! (28-4022 & 28-4064) guide Oscar Peterson sold the wooden fish decoys he carved for as little as 75 cents. By 1987, his fish fetched as much as $600. Then in January 1990, a Peterson Trout at Sotheby's New York Auction sold for $18,700. The fish decoy boom had begun. Some people collect because they're captivated by hand- made objects that evoke the out- Charcoal, V6, air conditioning, 7 passenger, roof rack, low km's. (28-4032) 91 DAKOTA 4x4 Black with matching fibreglass top, V8, auto trans, 1 local owner, what a beauty! (28-4050) doors. Don's Fish Decoys appeal to collectors who expound upon the line of his fish and the de- sign quality that makes them at once abstract fish and real fish. White, 4.0 L., air conditioning, 139 Water Street & 6 High Street, Port Perry (28-4020) Eliminator package, AM/FM cassette. 91 JEEP 4x4 91 DAKOTA CLUB CAB SPORT | v.. White, V6, matching fibreglass top, tilt, cruise, cassette, clean truck. (28-4027) Le I ec INSURANCE WORK SAVE uwto S50°° with most insurance companies with this coupon at time of purchase 3 Locations ® Mobile Service All Work Guaranteed Attention Pond Owners Algae & Excess Weeds? We have the solution! » Pond Aid - Water Cleaner * Algae Busters » Pond Mills Call today (705) 357-2406 Fax (705) 357-1482 R W MORRIS IPHOTO PROD R Weddings ... Portraits ... Secure your memories hire a professional. For a consultation call: 905-571-0573 LAMINATING SERVICE PORT PERRY STAR OFFICE CENTRE 188 Mary St, Port Peary Phone: 985-7383 » Fax: 985-3708 Written _ Guarantee CHRYSLER Dodge Trucks On any one replacement WINDSHIELD Insurance Claim 985-8507 Port Perry 668-2003 Whitby Service Hours: Thurs., 8-8:30, Mon.-Wed.. | 8am-5:30pm, | Sales Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9am-9pm Fri, 9-6 Fi.85 852-3313 Hwy.47S. 640-2793 Sat. 94 ENJOY SUN OR SHADE ON YOUR PATIO OR DECK * Custom designed in any size Perfect for todays lifestyle » Self-storing * No permanent framework * Beautiful fabrics from European designers * Hi-tech electronic sun & wind control system Sun if you want it - Shade when you don't - The choice is yours Aristocratic Retractable Patio & Deck Awnings - No obligations call today! FREE Installation for the month of April! (Normal Installation) OPPERS ADD BEAUTIFUL NEW LIVING SPACE TO YOUR HOME The Quality Sunroom that adds to your lifestyle & increases the value of your home. Enjoy the summer in absolute comfort with no unwanted breezes no bugs & no rainy days to spoil your fun! Check these features: Beautiful added space - instantly, maintenance free - never needs painting, a fraction of the cost of conventionally constructed room additions. FREE Skylight for your Bettertiving Sunroom 193 North Street, (905) 985-4910 Port Perry