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"A Family Tradition for 128 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Wednesday, August 9, 1995 - 5 Shepherd working in constituency Summer's not a vacation for Durham MP By Jim Belyea The House of Commons may be adjourned for the summer, but Durham MP Alex Shepherd doesn't see his break from Ottawa as a vacation. In a recent interview he said he's dealing with a lot of con- stituent concerns, including problems with Canada Pension claims. The MP will also be attend- ing a meeting of the industry committee in August, and a meeting of the rural caucus. Locally, he's working on putting together a "think tank" on job creation. That group will focus on how to solve prob- lems relating to the structure of the economy. And this fall he's looking at putting on a seminar for small business on how to use the computerized information highway. On Sept. 23, Mr. Shepherd will bring Labor Minister Lucienne Robillard to Bowmanville, where she will speak about the upcoming Quebec sovereignty referen- dum. Mme. Robillard will talk about the role the federal gov- ernment is playing in the cam- paign, and what direction it should take. Prior to the Commons adjournment for the sum- mer Mr. Shepherd was busy nn Ottawa, tak- ing a number of stands on SHEPHERD igh profile issues. He: a Voted against his govern- ment's gun control legislation aAbstained from a vote on a bill introducing harsh penalties for those convicted of hate crimes, and 4 Opted out of the MPs' pen- sjon plan. But Mr. Shepherd bristled when asked if he 1s leaning toward the Reform Party's stance on issues. He said 1t's wrong to make comparisons, describing the Liberal party as a national political entity -- unlike more parochial Reformers. He said he has chosen not to collect an MPs' pension while his party claws back pension funds from Canadians, and said he voted against the costly gun registry because it would be diverting government funds from the country's sick and elderly. The Canada Pension plan is not sustainable in its present form, said Mr. Shepherd, who couldn't agree with politicians continuing to receive lavish pensions. While away from his Ottawa office for the summer Mr. Shepherd is working out of his busy Oshawa constituency office. He predicted that when par- liament resumes in the fall the Liberals will focus on job cre- ation, the economy and the Quebec referendum. The third annual Port Perry Craft and Gift Show will be held Saturday, Aug. 12 and Sunday, Aug. 13 at the Scugog Arena, located at 1655 Reach Road in Port Perry. This show is organized and run by Ron and Sandy Cosway and is an annual event with attendance of more than 3,000 last year. The juried show of crafts and gifts attracts vendors from Ontario and Quebec as well as many local arti- sans. It has been fully booked since early spring with a waiting list of vendors who are anxious to partici- Bl Craft show planned this weekend Vendors from a wide area attending show at arena Mark your calendar for Aug. 12 and 13 for this show to be held at the Scugog Arena, 1655 Reach Road in Port Perry. There will be approx. 50 door prizes with draws being held every half hour. Lots of free parking is available and the snack bar will be open and run by the Jr. C. MoJack executive serving light lunches and snacks. Show hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Mark your calendar for the Port Perry High School Christmas Show being held on Nov. 11 and 12 at the high school on Rosa Street. pate. Stencilled canvas bags, porcelain dolls, painted slate, hand crafted wooden furniture, dried floral ar- rangements, teddy bears, ceramics, candles, hand- made pot pourri, chair pads, placemats, jewellery, af- ghan jackets, children's clothing, hand appliqued sweatshirts and jackets, award winning jams and jel- lies, floral wreaths, hand painted clothing, stained glass, handcrafted punched tinware, quilts, country store items, handmade baskets, hand painted tin- ware and many more items too numerous to mention will be available. ___---- ------ ~E==> LISFHIMANS It's hot, hot, hot! | Knit Fur Fabric of the Future WILSON FURNITURE I RETIREMENT a WIN A TRIP TO FLORIDA! Courtesy of Oshawa Trave Details in store STAN = It is with genuine regret that we inform you that after 42 years in the furniture business in Oshawa, Robert Sherman is retiring. Our RETIREMEN T SALE is now allowing us to pass on fantastic savings to you. After careful consideration, weve decided this was the best way to thank you for your valued patronage over the years. Robert Sherman President -- Family Evening Fun At--- Cullen Gardens VILLAGE caresac yan " . " 4 Se ARR CREE IT RR Br RR a Be o% =, AO he i 3 Sohn ubohimmmt is DAMIAN BESSIE/PORT PERRY STAR OCALA CELEBRATION: Irwin and Alissa Smith played host at their Utica-area orchard and winery Friday evening when a grand opening was held for Ocala Orchards. The winery is now open to the public, who can sample and buy the Smiths' wines, which have already received awards in international competition. The winery and orchard is on High Point Rd. south of Utica. Here with Mr. and Mrs. Smith is Grace Hastings of the Scugog ' SSR YT en XERNT i 2 27 A SS ER i BS = Z Historical Society. U P % THE ! . * Cannington and Area Historical Society 110) OFF Seer S 2 o> We. Qu z [ Lr an dA e Living Rooms * Bedrooms || = = Ac e Dining Rooms e Kitchen Sets | # ¢ Famous Name Bedding e Lamps * Pictures * Accessories ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING ON SALE! A AIRTOVE U8 IES HD SALE TERMS: SALE HOURS: Cash Mon. - Wed. Cheque 2 LOCATIONS 9:30 - 6 Visa IN Thurs. 9:30 - 9 Mastercard DOWNTOWN OSHAWA Fri. 9:30 - 9 Craft Sale Cannington Community Centre Saturday & Sunday August 12 & 13, 1995 10am to 5pm Floral Night Display. Over 160 miniatures, including trains, country fair and cottage country. -- ----.--,>--- Plus "Canadiana" Outdoor Theatre with nightly miniature fireworks. Showtime: 7:30 pm, Shiowiorks wealher permitting.) Show not held on Thursdays - Kid's Day Admission: $2.00 Adults Children 25¢ Phone (705) 432-3053 Pp 20 CENTRE ST. N. 81 RICHMOND ST. W. SS -- TR rm CE Cullen Gardens & Miniature Village 300 Taunton Rd. West, Whitby « 1-800-461-1821 deas deas? Call i ----