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Here's why 'Cops are Tops' Ross Willett (26), Sergeant Bruce Hook (23) and Police Exemplary Medals, endorsed by Queen Elizabeth, were presented to four Midland policemen last Friday night for years of service. From left: Police Chief Bates (31 yrs.), Staff-Sgt. A grand occasion Const. William Campbell (23). --Special photo TREES When selecting a fresh Christmas tree, the Ontario Safety League reminds you to make sure the branches are springy and the needles tight. Help keep it fresh by placing it in a stand that holds water. Position the tree a safe distance from any heat souces and from. cur- tains and upholstered furniture. Check light strings for faults and replace cracked, frayed or worn strings. Don't hang breakable or- naments or ones with small detachable parts on lower -- branches where tots could reach them. LIVING ROOM Holiday decorating usually means_ re- arranging furniture. No matter how slight, the Ontario Safety League asks you to make sure any elderly or disabled members of your family are fully aware of the changes. GREATEST GIFT Out of gift ideas? Consider a smoke detector for the family. Or how about an infant restraint for, that newborn. Concern for the safety of your family Unanimous consent request > to the Pope At their annual general meeting of ACFO- HURONIE, the Francophones of _ the Penetanguishene area have voted unanimously the following resolution: "Since the eight Canadian Martyrs were Francophones living outside Quebec, and since they were models of courage, tenacity and love for their neighbour, be it resolved that we send a special request to his Holiness Pope John-Paul IT, asking him to proclaim the Canadian Martyrs special patron saints of the French Canadians living Outside Quebec who wish to maintain their language, their culture, their traditions, their way of life and their religious faith, often in spite of the pressure of the majority." The new executive of ACFO-HURONIE plan to commiunicate as soon as possible with persons in charge at all levels so that it can be recognized that the "canadiens" who live in a minority situation have a duty to promote and develop a love of their own traditions first and foremost, to be able to open-heartedly accept the different culture of the majority. Thus one reaches the Christian ideal of loving One's neighbour as One loves himself. after sale *1.48 Se 1 inaki-No-Kah *2.99°° '0 and friends shows that you really care, says the Ontario Safety League. Midland's Rod Barlow, right, was presented with the town's Award of Merit and other tributes during last Friday night's Christmas Party for municipal staff at the Legion. Doing the honours here at left is Bud Lewis. --Special Photo Danger in toyland During the holiday season, children could aspirate ornaments or toys that mask their potential danger behind a face of fun. The delicate plastic Santa Claus dangles on a low tree bough, en- ticing the two-year-old boy. He grabs it, puts it in his mouth and realizes it isn't candy. Surprised, the youngster tries to spit it out. But it cracks, and a portion of the plastic lodges in his windpipe or is aspirated (inhaled) into his lungs. It's a possible tragedy in the midst of fun because aspiration of foreign Objects is a leading cause Of death and in- jury among children under six years of age. Holiday time, with atlention-getting -- orn- aments, decorations and parents distracted by dozens of activities, Ist, 7a particularly dangerous period for curious toddlers who instinctively grab for objects and put them in their mouths. What can parents do to -keep preschoolers safe? The Ontario Lung Association suggests: Do not place tiny Ornaments On low tree boughs where a youngster can grab them. Tell Santa Claus to bring presents that do not have button eyes or tiny car wheels that can come loose. Keep small 'finger food' such as_ peanuts and popcorn, off low coffee tables when you entertain. Food also can be aspirated. At this joyous season, Your Lung Association wishes you and yours a happy and_ healthy holiday. By answering your Christmas Seal letter your donation helps to prevent lung disease. free. TAKE A UNIVERSITY COURSE IN JANUARY -- IN MIDLAND! Wilfrid Laurier University fete two courses beginning in January in Mi taught on Saturdays at a location to be announced. Sociology 220°S: Introduction to Sociological Theory-- 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon 'Sociology 235*S: Introduction to Data Collection Methods--1:00-4:00 p.m. If you are unable to attend classes on a Saturday you can study at home by watching WLU Telecollege on your own television. For more information call toll- 1-800-265-8866 Ext. 2447 Wilfrid Laurier Universi ty 75 University Ave. W., Waterloo, Ontario land. Classes will be wi? 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