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2S Ey BPayeiwkg LD uv | a | Sent letter to Davis re THAT issue Open Letter to Premier Davis Mr. Wm. Davis, Queen's Park, Toronto Dear Sir: It is with a heavy heart and sad disappointment that I feel I must write to you. I was born and raised in Penetanguishene, a town that was (up until now) just one friendly happy group of people. I was raised a strong Conservative, also my ancestors before me. I have worked for the Conservative party since I was 16. After leaving college I worked for the late A. B. Thompson M. P. Then for Wm. Thompson who now resides in Barrie, a retired judge. During these many years I have never seen a Conservative do anything that was not for the good of the majority. We (you and I) have met personally several times and each time I came away with the feeling that your pleasure and aim in life was to emit happiness to your people. I guess I had you on a pedestal. I was so sure you would listen to our problems but, instead you have chosen to listen to a very small minority of people that do not originate from Penetanguishene. I feel that you have made it clear to this small minority that, regardless of their insults, taunts, and humiliating activities that they must come first. You have bowed down to the small minority and ignored the majority. Penetang is a Liberal town and I am sure they will have a good laugh behind your back and vote Liberal in the next election. If you feel the French high school, for which I (a widow) will have to pay for with my taxes along with all the other P.C.s' in this town, merit these insults after all our hard work then, we now know where we stand in your lack of appreciation. Not only Penetanguishene but the whole of Ontario are in deep sympathy with the large Time to give seniors a break Dear Sir: Iread with interest your published article written by Mr. Stuart Smith Leader of opposition and if this learned gentleman wishes to do something con- struction and concrete for the Senior Citizen why not get on the road with solid opposition to the horrifying legislation on the agenda by our Mr. Trudeau to once again strike the senior citizen and Thanks for all the kind help Dear Sir: I would like to warmly thank the following sponsors for their assistance in helping the Penetang-Midland Ball Hockey League purchase sweaters for the All-Star Pen-Mid Merchants. Your encouragement and support is much ap- preciated. Thank you to Knight Haven Bowl (for two sweaters), Ed's Rent-All, Dock Lunch, Stewart's Gulf, Herman's Esso, Leclair Automotive, Ted Light's TV, PMCL Tours, A. Lalonde Auto Body, Ron's Confectionary, Huronia Motors Ltd., Dave Zwicker, Electric, S. Charlebois Haulage, Stoneleigh Motors, Jack Dixon Fuels, Dusome's Texaco, Hotel Brule, Bill Puddicombe and Ray Robillard. Jamie Robillard, President, PMBHL. Wyevale centennial plans Dear Sir: You are invited to join with friends and relatives to celebrate the 100th year of the community of Wyevale, July 19 and 20. ; Come and visit sites of early years, reminisce over happy experiences, see pictures from the past and renew old friendships. Saturday, July 19 will begin with a parade at 12 noon, followed by the dedication of a Centennial Garden. Sports, games and concessions will be in the park, historical displays and crafts in the school Gym. In the evening -- a dance for the young at heart. Sunday, July 20 -- 11 a.m. Non-Denominational Church Service in the park. Bring a lunch and enjoy the day. Following lunch there will be music, reminiscing by former citizens and a pleasant time to enjoy the rich fellowship of Friendly Wyevale. Registration (no charge) will be at 1 p.m. Saturday also Sunday in the park. Yours Sincerely Wyevale Centennial Committee John E. Stott Chairman Fire protection problems Dear Sir: May I spell out the story related to your article "Smith Camp out of luck" in your issue of Wed- nesday June 18. Smith Camp is without adequate fire protection because we have low water pressure and no fire hydrants. A plan is available but the council cannot get easements. Are these objectors privileged citizens? I understand there are some people, all on south King Street, who object to us having fire protection. Can your newspaper explain this injustice. Llew Evans Box 16 Smith Camp Hoping for good response Dear Sir: It is the wish of the Board of Directors of Huronia District Hospital that citizens of the area be en- couraged to become more involved in the hospital by becoming members of the hospital corporation. This is accomplished by paying a membership fee of $10 per annum one month prior to the annual meeting. Membership in the corporation gives full voting privileges at the annual meeting and gives one eligibility to stand for election to the Board of Directors. This year 1980, the annual meeting will be held in September. We hope to have an interesting, in- formative programme including committee reports. Notice of the actual date of the meeting will be made six weeks prior to the meeting. We do hope to see a good response from citizens of the entire district served by the hospital. Yours sincerely, Huronia District Hospital Elaine Nicholls Chairman, Board of Directors Reacts to Toronto story Dear Sir: When you realize that one of the CCBU members, mentioned in Globe and Mail columnist Hugh Windsor's May 26 article, 'admitted he thought French was a second-class language and should be treated that way," well what about French speaking people? I Suppose to that member we are also second- class citizens and that means to just say, "Yes, you are right."' Well some of you are sure doing a good Page 6, Wednesday, June 25, 1980 job of it. Already all the money spent for your Concerned club equals many years of the tax money that you are so sure is the reason for the refusal of the French school. Go back to 1909 - 1931 and Mgr M.F. Fallon, London, Ontario. You will find a great similarity to what is happening here now and maybe that will give you back the self respect that you are losing real quickly. Marcelle Konis, Balm Beach majority of the Penetanguishene populace, in- cluding the students who are suffering untold unhappiness on account of this. Friends do not talk to each other any more, relations have turned their backs on each other and parents, forcing their teenagers to go to the new school, have caused tears and heartaches in the homes. Please pray for Penetanguishene. You have done it a great injustice. I, who always voted and worked for and always was so proud to be called a Conservative, shall never vote again. It is not so much politics that hurt so much as the great let down. I just can not fully believe it. There is still time for you to renew our faith in you. Please think this over and reconsider. Yours truly, Elsie Netherton, Second Vice-president, Penetanguishene Conservative branch. pensioner with the proposed ending of indexing. Again the little man and woman, in the low in- come bracket is being attacked. How very brave of Mr. Trudeau. Does he and his thoughtless Finance Minister realize the impact not only on the Senior Citizen and Pensioner but on ending indexing does he not realize the impact on already inflationary rents which once indexing is removed is also involved and causes more inflation for the have landlords and the have not senior citizen. Lets let the pensioner and Senior Citizen know what is being proposed ahead of time not once the bill is passed. Lets do something now to prevent the passing of this heartless Bill. Patricia C. Gatehouse at the vy Gers: 0 ) n 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. row through Georgian Bay. Penetanguishene Ontario Join AN E venine OF Cetesration Historic Naval and Military Establishments Saturday, June 28, 1980 Come out and welcome the establishments' supply batteau after its historic An evening of Music-Drama-and Fun -- Presentations at '7:30, 8:00, 8:30 and 9:00 See the 19th Century by Candlelight -- It's A Whole New World ADMISSION IS FREE!! The Historic Naval and Military Establishments -- Located at the end of Church St., Ministry of Culture and Recreation Hon Reuben Baetz Minister Grand night for Grand Knight at" annual 'do' It was literally a grand night for Grand Knight Mel Wright of Penetanguishene last Saturday evening during Huronia Council- Knights of Columbus' annual awards night hosted at the Wyebridge Community Centre. Wright, head of the local Knights of Columbus for the past three years was nearing the end of his term of office. Traditionally a grand knight serves for one year, but in this case his brothers in the fraternity picked him for three consecutive terms, almost unheard of in the order. His zeal was recognized during brief ceremonies when he was presented with his past grand knight's certificate and medal. During the past three years under Wright the local Knights of Columbus and their counterparts from the Masons have staged annual curling bonspiels in Penetanguishene which have been great ecumenical outing for curling buffs from both fraternal organizations in North Simcoe.