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"A Family Tradition for 128 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, October 31, 1995 -5 By J. Peter Hvidsten Port Perry Star They came by the thou- sands, and they spoke with passion, but whether they conquered the hearts of Quebecers will only be known by today (Tuesday). Canadians, tens-of-thou- sands of of them, made their way to Montreal last Friday to take part in a ral- ly dubbed the "Crusade for Canada." They came by bus, train and plane, pouring into Place du Canada to try and convince Quebecers to vote No to the question of separation. At least one busload of students and parents from Scugog made the trek, as did individuals in other vehicles. Electricity charged the cool morning air as songs by Celine Dion boomed among the buildings from the sound system. As the crowds continued to grow they held up signs of support, sang, whistled and chanted CA-NA-DA... CA-NA-DA while proudly waving both Canadian and Quebec flags. At one point, standing in the street a huge Canadian flag passed inches over the heads of the crowd and for a brief moment made every- one in its shadow feel unit- ed as one. The excitement hit a feverish pitch as Prime Minister Jean Chretien, Premier Daniel Johnson, Jean Charest and a number of other prominent Quebec celebrities took the stage to speak. With helicopters hover- ing overhead and red and white balloons dotting the sky, the PM spoke about a united Canada from sea to sea. The crowd was so thick, many climbed to higher vantage points in trees, on light standards and monu- ments for a better view. On the ground, thou- sands had to settle for lis- tening to the speeches over the sound system as they could get nowhere near the stage. Throughout the speeches the crowds continued their chants, singing and cheers, drowning out the words on many occasions. Although the politicians took the opportunity to speak about the impor- tance of Quebec remaining in Canada, it was really the people who spoke the loudest. Canadians had travelled from as far away as British Columbia and Prince Edward Island with a mes- sage for the people of Quebec. And the message they brought was loud, clear, and sincere. "We love you Quebec, and want you to remain in Canada." Passionate plea to Quebec ARE J. PETER HVIDSTEN/PORT PERRY STAR TO QUEBEC WITH LOVE: Star publisher J. Peter Hvidsten took this shot of some of the thousands of demonstrators who flooded Place du Canada in Montreal last Friday, taking part in a massive rally aimed at convincing Quebecers to vote No in yesterday's sovereignty referendum. Local students were bused to the event, and a number of Scugog residents also got there under their own power to join people from across the country. The Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Invite you to attend our 1st Annual Annual fiddle contest in Blackstock Nov. 4 Blackstock Agricultural Society will be holding its ninth annual Fiddle Contest on Saturday, Nov. 4 in the Blackstock Recreation Complex. Started in 1986, thisevent has grown bigger and better each year. This year Graham Townsend, five-time North American Fiddle Champion, will be providing enter- tainment throughout the evening. Known in fiddling circles as "the Man with the Magic Bow" Mr. Town- send dazzles his audience with his talent and show- manship. There will be fiddlers of all ages competing, from ages nine and under to 60 and over, providing an eve- ning of musical entertainment. The winner of the 60 and over class will be awarded the Gerald Stinson Memorial Trophy. The trophy was donated by Purple Hill Loyal Orange Lodge #399, in memory of Gerald Stinson, who was a well known figure at fiddle contests and at- tended all the Blackstock competitions up to his death. : The Fiddle Contest starts at 7 p.m., with tickets available at the door. ~-- _ o. ~NE= LISHMANS Paula Lishman 1995 Canadian Woman Entrepreneur of the year International Competitiveness "A Gallery of Functional Art" 158 Queen St., Port Perry 985-0574 I I I XIII XI IIIIIIIIY ALI LL LL A LL ALLL lll lL lI X REMEMBRANCE DINNER DANCE Branch 419, Port Perry Speaker: Jim Connell Cocktails 6:00pm ¢ Dinner 7:30pm Dance to Joe Simpson 9:00pm (ABLILEAY SIO: Friday, November 10, 1995 Tickets $10.00 per person available at the Legion Hall or call 985-2494 or 985-8502 ar I II LX LIX I IX XL II I II IX II III XI XI IIIIXIIIIIIIIY Health Fair! Thursday, November 2, 1995 10am - 3pm at the Community Centre Saturday, November | 1th, 1995. Sunday, November 12, 1995 22521 Island Rd. Port Perry Information on various health topics ¢ » diabetes * foot care 10:00am to 4:30pm Both Days * smoking * nutrition « AIDS » dental health + sexual health Port Perry High School - 160 Rosa Street For more information call Jackie at 985-1826 /5 Quality Vendors Free Lunch Provided (Traditional Native foods) * Door Prizes * Raffle Draws Information: 905-985-8840 Admission $2.00 ~ ---- = = = blu = = 5 = = = J an Local native crafts available for sale. MAND NODNNNNIIIL ITS TET TS TS TS TP TE E,, AAAANAANAANANAANANAANAANAAN Sponsored by Port Perry High School Athletic Association HF A re A or RE A Ar I RE i A A rr