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Commodore Christian Farmers' general manager addresses local Federation branch. by JOHN FORGET Martin Oldengarm, general manager of the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario was on hand for a meeting of the local Federation branch at the Simcoe County building on Tuesday, Feb. 4 Oldengarm started off the meeting by saying that the Federation, which has 21 districts in Ontario has a current standing of 600 plus, farming families. Oldengarm stated that the organization was a grass roots organization that is funded by membership fees and donations and that the Federation § strives together for answers and solutions to farm problems. Elbert VanDonker- sgoed, also of the Federation, was the main speaker at the meeting in which the main subjects covered were young families breaking into the far- ming profession and how many of the far- mers survive in this day and age. VanDonkersgoed divided new farmers in two categories, the 1975- 85 group, who have already started working their farms, and the 1985-95 group, the farmers of tomorrow. "The 1970s farmers had an easier time borrowing money from banks, stated Van- donkersgoed. "This gave them the freedom to obtain money and buy equipment and machinery they didn't really need, leading them on to thinking that tihne Ml 0) Gee technologically adva- nced their farm was the more successful they would be."' VanDonkersgoed continued with saying that the 1985-95 farmers face a lower interest rate than their predecessors but have to battle with a higher inflation rate. "Many banks are reluctant to lend money to new farmers because many farms are going under," continued VanDonkersgoed. 'But I am assured that anybody with enough will and ambition to obtain a bank loan will succeed." also VanDonkersgoed also spoke of farmers helping each other out instead of seeing each other as competitors in the field. "When my _ grand- father was farming all the area farmers got together and helped each other out," con- tinued VanDonkersg- oed. '"'When the crops were ready they got together and did one farm at a time."' VanDonkersgoed continued with saying that Canadian farmers (who run one of the highest cost producing businesses in the world) should get together with other farmers situated close by and develop a bartering system. "Tf I need a fence post hole digger for two days a year, and my neigh- bour has one that I can borrow, why should I Nancy Penny Nancy Penny passed away in Huronia District Hospital on Feb. 15, 1986, after a lengthy illness. Born and raised in Toronto and Ancaster, she at- tended McMaster University, in Hamilton, Ont., where she received a B.A. in an- thropology. She did post-graduate work at the University of Manitoba and received her «SMA. © (in), an- thropology in 1971. After moving to the Midland area in 1974, she became actively involved with the Huronia Players and took part in many productions. She worked for Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, where she did costume research and designed and produced many of the period costumes worn on the historic site. She is survived by her husband Burke, and son Colin. Memorial donations to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada would be appreciated. John Barber A funeral service for the late John Mateland Barber of Everton Road, Midland, was held Feb. 13, 1986, in the J.H. Lynn Funeral Home, Midland. Mr. Barber died in Huronia District Hospital at age 71 on Feb. 10. The former assistant manager of the Midland LCBO outlet retired in 1978. The Royal Canadian Legion Bo aen cen Goan Penetanguishene, member served with the Second Canadian Army Tank Brigade in the Second World War. John Barber married Leona Robillard in Toronto on May 19, 1938. His wife Leona, sons John of the N.W.T. and Wayne of Waubaushene, daughers Sheila (Mrs. John Nicholson) of Midland and Judy (Mrs. William Gianetto) of Hamilton, and 10 grandchildren, survive him. M.J. Barber and Edith Craig were his parents. Rev. David Barker officiated at the funeral service. Interment in the spring in St. Margaret's Cemetery. St. Patrick's Day tea A St. Patrick's Day tea will be held in Bonar Presbyterian Church, Port MecNicoll, on March 15. Home baking - and crafts will be of- fered for sale. Hours of the tea are 2 p.m. to 4 zB 5m AX JP .« ia « & \ is @ Upholstery & Repairs 1017 Vinden St. Midland. Complete Marine & Auto Guaranteed workmanship sxe All blinds, vertical, - horizontal & pleated shades are always a good buy at LES INDUSTRIES O 0% OFF SKILA design Page 8, Tuesday, March 4, 1986 diaco LouverDrape of Canoda 579 Bay St. 526-7563 make a bankloan and put myself in debt?" says VanDonkersgoed. "And if he needs something that I have, why shouldn't I lend it to him?" VanDonkersgoed added that agriculture is not only a way of making a buck but a way of life for many farmers and a culture. Go Western Night dance March 8 will be Go Western Night in Royal Canadian Legion Branch 80, Midland. Prizes will be awarded for the best western dress. Music will be made by Marcel Maurice. Tickets are $3. For A Total New "WS You Petras even series Commodore Petras of the Ladies Hockey League began their semi-final playoffs against the Gravenhurst ladies team on Friday evening. Unfortunately the Petra's came out on the short end of the 5-3 score. The Petra's scored twice in the first period with Janice Holmes scoring from Jane Derry and Maureen McKinnon and Georgina Gage getting the second marker on a strong shot from the blueline. In the second period, the teams ex- changed goals. with Derry assisted by McKinnon and Norma St. Amand putting the Petras up 3-1. 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