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HomeMy WebLinkAbout94-1068Special w rdg GREENWOOD — Kimberly Bird and Warren Ellis received special awards for the most improved students, at the graduating exercises of Valley View Public School last week. The awards were presented by teacher, Jim Olson. They are made possible through the Brougham Women's Institute. An extra award, also presen1ed-b3-F-1Wr: son, was given to-stgent Wendy Carson. She was_ nkme_ . wQr_d's greatest secretaryl'_for helping the regular secretary -11U& J. Phipps, throughout the -year. Olson was also the recipient of a gift, himself. On behalf of the school, students Kirtsen Snowdon and Joanne Smith, presented him with a digital watch. Receiving certificates, commemora-Mij their graduatio--� dPatricia Baun,KimreyBrCynthia Bisschop, Bonnie Burne, )veuudy Caxsen-, Martha Cirtwell, Patricia onduit, Paola Da Re, Wad Deacon, Emilv Duncan, Warren Ellis, RobeEt—Ekick, Kenneth Foster, Richard Gilmour, Brian Harley, Heather Kelso, Robert Lawrence, John Loney, Heather McGregor, Anna Pantaleo, Scott Powell, Deanne Puder, Michelle Raymond, Joanne Smith, Kirsten Snowdon, Sherry Thirteen year old Wendy uarson, n. n. c, uiai-emuut, waa honored for her secretarial assistance at Valley View School's Grade 8 graduation ceremony, Thursday. h Townsend, Leonard Waltham, Terry ._Fisher, Jacqueline Harbert, Julianne Murray and Alan Stell. "Set your 4161 own goals-, GREENWOOD — Members of the grade eight graduating class at Valley View Public School, were told to "be themselves" and not to "follow their peers," by_uest speaker George Martin, in a ceremony at the school last week. "You must be your own man or woman," Martin, a local businessman, said. The students must act in- dependently and set goals, in order to make their way in the world, Martin said. They were seeing a change from a rural to an urban society. Women were playing a bigger role than ever, and the world of telecom- munications was opening up "vistas of opportunity." These things created problems as well. People failed because they lacked "people skill. You must learn to manage people," the speaker said. Martin also urged the students to "maintain an inquiring mind. Don't be afraid to admit something you don't know." He told them to think of their family, but also their community, or "the community will die," he said, quoting from Alastair Cooke. Prior to the graduation exercises, a dinner was held at Greenwood United Church. Heading the program were: master of ceremonies, Wendy Carson; grace, Heather McGregor; toast to the queen, Ken Foster; greeting from Durham Board of Education, Trustee Carder; acknowledgements, Deanne — Jim T omas. 1'uder. An air irnitde By Rosemary Timms CLAREMONT — It will be up, up and away in their beautiful balloon for a Toronto couple at a unique wedding ceremony this Saturday at 4 p.m. in Mount Zion United Church, Con- cession 8, near Balsam. Mind you, the service itself won't be that unique, Rev. Arthur Melvin Butler, who will be performing it, points out; it's what will happen afterwards. On leaving the church, the two principals, television personality, Gregory Bruce Stott, and Susan Caroline Kyle will head to a nearby field, where a hot-air balloon will be waiting to take them for a little ride, before they settle down to receptions and other amenities of life. They've invited Rev. Butler to accompany them and deliver the prayer and benediction but he hasn't made his mind up. "I'm half in- clined to o," he says. He said the couple is getting married at Mount Zion, because they liked the church and countryside, after visiting the com- munity recently. Sympathy is ex- tended to Jean Drake on the loss of her husband, Keith, who died in Cen- tennary Hospital, Scarborough, Sept. 8. He is also survived by three sons, John, Bruce and Donald; a daughter, Mary, (Mrs. Dennis Bradley); one grand- daughter, Lisa Drake; one grandson, Andrew Bradley; three brothers, Everette, Roy and Louis; and a sister, Velma, (Mrs. Payne). Interment was in Claremont Union Cemetery. A memorial service was held Sept. 14 at Claremont First Baptist Church, with Revs. Blair Clark and Raymond LeDrew, of- ficiating. Rev. Blair Clark will be inducted as pastor of the First Baptist Church, Sept. 26 at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. A reception will follow. Claremont Sports Association is planning a theatre night at Herongate Barn Theatre, Nov. 2 at 6:30 p.m., to see the comedy, Table Manners. Tickets available from Mary Borland, Sandra Red- shaw and Rene Rennie. Claremont United Church Women are sponsoring a craft fair, Oct. 8, 2 to 9 p.m. at the church. There will be craft demonstrations, 42 displays and a pick-up supper.Atotal of 27 people attended the meeting at Claremont Golden Age Club. Sept. 18. Euchre winners last week were: Gladys and Ralph Jones, Doris Norton, J. Potts, Rita and Art Parratt, Lloyd Wilson, Mildred Quant and Margaret Benson. Draw winners were: Mrs. Benson, Doris Devlin and Gladys Burgin. Next meeting is Oct. 2 at 1:30 p.m. Athletes do well MILDRED% 1 yt McTAGGART ' GREENWOOD -- Jennifer Spratley topped Valleyview students who journeyed to Oshawa recently for sports competition at Civic Field. Jennifer scored_a first in the long jump. Other Valleyview com- petitors were: Tammy Fornier, 3rd. in high jump; Beth Bendle,,4th in 800-metre dash; Greg Butler, 5th in 200 - metr+ Tina Luciano, 6th in shot put. It was reunion time June 15 for two well- known families of the district, the McLean and the Peggs. The former met at Solina Park, with approximately 100 members on hand. Mr. and Mrs. Dan McLean of Wolverine, Mich., are visiting with Mrs. Mary McLean and Beatrice for two days. Some 122 members of the Pegg family held their get-to-gether in the Christian Education building of the church. Congratulations to Mrs. Lloyd Pegg of Orillia, whose 58th wedding anniversary was the same day. Additional congratulation to their daughter, Doreen Turner, who receives her BA degree this year. Congratulation to Mr. and Mrs. Norman Mason who celebrated their loth wedding an- niversary June 6. Mr. and Mrs. Mason were recently in England, where they attended a family wedding. Mrs. Maude Stell, a patient in Toronto General Vospital, is improving. Pioneer loom on loan to guild By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — The spirit of pioneer women is very much alive in the community centre at Greenwood. A 1o0-inch loom is on loan for a year from the Ontario Hand Weavers and Spinners; members of the Shut- tlebug Weavers Guild are creating coverlets on the loom, using patterns from the 18th and 19th cen- turies. Each coverlet has 2,000 threads and requires eight people to beam it and two weavers. To complete a coverlet, requires two weavers working 48 hours. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Brooks and family, Mrs. Pearl Brooks, Mrs. William Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Pegg, Mr. and Mrs. Don Pegg and Susan, Mrs. Mildred McTaggart, Mr. and Mrs. Ken McTaggart and Mr. and Mrs. E. Pascoe at- tended the 80th birthday celebration in honor of William Pegg, at his home in Stouffville last Sunday. Visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Ken Talbot this summer, are Mrs. Dorothy Hownsom, Mrs. Talbot's mother; and her aunt, Mrs. Charlotte Ringrose, both from England. The Adult Club and families enjoyed a picnic supper and swim at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ken McTaggart. Mrs. Ross Disney was released from hospital last week and is convalescing at home. Dale Pascoe and Lisa McTaggart are spending a few days at Pigeon Lake with Dale's grand- parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rod Oxford. 1T)roJ�� By Jiid Thomas CLAREMONT — Betty Pegg stands back and admires a beautiful painting by renowned artist, Robert Bateman, and expresses grateful appreciation. The life -like picture of three evening grosebeaks perched in a tree, is a treasured gift from the staff and students at Claremont Public School, Betty's "second home" for the past eleven years. Now retired, Betty says she Mans to do many of the things :or which she never had time )efore. Photography is one. She specializes in `shooting' birds with hundreds of colorful photos is proof of her skill. Mrs. Edgerton Pegg, RR 2, Claremont, entered the teaching profession back in 1958. Her first position was a Grade 6 class at Dewson Street School, Toronto. The starting salary for women back then was $1,000. The men, however, received a $500 `bonus', she recalls with a smile. Following marriage, she taught music in such rural areas as Cedar Creek, Audley and Balsam. On her return to full-time teaching, she went to West Rouge, then Bayview Heights and finally, Claremont. She had kindergarten classes at each location. "They were my favorites," she says of the hundreds of boys and girls who passed through her hands. She has nothing but praise for her principals and vice - principals all the way down the line; the "cream of the crop", she calls them. At a farewell 40 ciency appreciated gathering in her honor, last June, four were in attendance - Bob Weaver, West Rouge; Jim Fox, Bayview Heights; Al Ward, formerly of Claremont and Stan Todd, the current Claremont principal. Mr. Todd made the presentation. For Betty, the Claremont School was ideal; close to home Betty Pegg, a public school teacher 22 years, eleven of which were spent at Claremont, holds the beautiful Robert Bateman painting she yet outside her community. She admits she'll miss the associations and likewise, she'll be missed by those associated with her. received at a farewell gathering last month. Betty announced earlier her decision to retire at the end of June. Jim Thomas. WALTER DOC PASCOE PASCOE, Walter Doc entered into rest at the Community Hos- pital, Port Perry, Tue. Aug. 5, 1980; in his 72nd year. • Walter Doc Pascoe, a mem- ber of the Beethoven Lodge, 100F Brooklin and Warner Lodge, 100F Port Perry; beloved husband of Margaret Bayles of Port Perry, loving father of Alice (Mrs. Simon Mollema) of Whitby, Gerald of Marmora; loving grandfather of David and Mary Mollema, Stephen and Shawn Pascoe, dear brother of Edward of Green- wood, Ont. Pre- deceased by Pearl, Percy, Cecil, Clinton, Luther and Herman. Mr. Pascoe rested at the McEachnie Fun- eral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering Village (Ajax) from Thursday until time of service in Chapel at 2pm. Friday August 8, 1980. Inter- ment Salem Cemetry. A memorial service was held at the fu—r- sponsored by the fin- al home on Thursday ternational Rotarians. evening by Beethoven Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Lodge 165, Brooklin. Hicks escaped serious In lieu of flowers, injury when the car in please send donations which they were riding to the Canadian was in a collision with Cancer Society. another vehicle on High- way 7 near their home, last week. The accident occurred when the other car attempted to pass them. The Hicks' car was destroyed. THE TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 1980 7 Return from holiday By MILDRED MCTAGGART GREENWOOD — Mr. and Mrs. Frank Webb, Greenwood, and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Webb, Toronto, have returned from three week's holiday in England. While there, they visited with relatives and saw many places of interest. . Congratulations to Anne Mowbray and Oliver Bremer on 'their marriage, August 23 at the Mowbray home, Kinsvale. Stuart Smith and Derek Martin are on a hitchhiking tour through Europe. The Pegg families got together on Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Milton Pegg, with Mr. and Mrs. Joe Pegg, and family, Oshawa, Mr, and Mrs. Lambert Pegg, Michigan, and Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Pegg, Greenwood. ------ The Mary and Martha unit of the United Church Women will meet Sept. 4 at 2 p.m., at the home of Mrs. Pearl Brooks, with Mrs. S. Nicholson in charge of the program. Unit 2 will meet at the home of Mrs. Douglas Morden, Sept. 8 at 8 p.m., with Sheila Brooks in charge. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Smith, Joanne and Caroline were with friends at Sparrow Lake on the weekend. Miss Beatrice McLean has been ap- pointed by Oshawa Presbytery to be one of five lay representatives on the General Council of the United Church of Canada to be held at Halifax, Aug. 16-23. The Good Neighbors' Club is chartering a bus to the Canadian National Exhibition, Aug. 15. JLi1+V v vw et z-�'el By Midred McTaggart GREENWOOD — Mrs. Raye Griffin en- joyed a visit with two of her nieces, Mrs. Janet Benz and Helen Merkt, from Oklahoma, at her home last week. The Adult Club and members of their family had a picnic outing, complete with water skiing and swimming at Canal Lake, Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Morden attended the wedding of Shirley Hooker, Kinsale, and John Hoiownia, Toronto, Aug. 16, in Brooklin United Church. Mrs. Olive Robertson was pleased to have two granddaughters, Darlene and Michelle Robertson, Ajax, visit for a week. Mrs. Mary McLean. and Mrs. Gerald Henning attended- the 13artlett family picnic at Dundurn Park near Hamilton, Sunday. Mrs. McLean stayed over with relatives at Stoney Creek and returned home, Monday. Mr. and Mrs. George McCusker and daughter Beth, and Mrs. Antoinette Massar of Cape Coral, Fla., have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Murray 3artell. 14 THE TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, JULY 3, 1980 jaeesors cam e from far and wi e o r reu n 1"o "I don't know the This variation of an Face, but the name is old greeting just might Familiar." have been used more than f PICKERING — Two Claremont residents, Ronald McMullen, RR 1, and Keith Tapscott, RR 2, are among 30 Ontario Scholars, to be honored at Pickering Dist. High School Commencement Exercises, Friday night. Ron McMullen gained an average of 84.3 per cent while Tapscott had an 82.3 per cent average. Walter Bentley, RR 1, Locust Hill, with 87 per cent, and Mary Mowbray, RR 1, Brooklin, with 86 per cent, are also among those named. Mary Mowbray is one of three winners of the Pro Meritis :J Awards. The latter are given to students who have made an outstanding contribution to the school in one or several areas. Other winners are - '-a;-+^rian. Glyn Morgan and once at the Markham Fairgrounds, Saturday. For, that's when 2,000 members of the Men- nonite Reesor family — read Risser, Reiser, Reisser and others — and their various offshoots through the years met to renew old relatives, new relatives and distant relatives from as near as Markham and as far away as Holland and Cyprus. And, while the sun didn't shine outside, it was all brightness and light indoors. There, the various branches of the far-flung clan, ate, talked, sang, reminisced and heard how it all began back in Berne, Switzerland, so many years ago. John F. Reesor, of Hamilton, past president of the clan, and main speaker of the day, reviewed the Reesor history. And, from the attentiveness of those on hand, he obviously picked the right topic. The latter, at least where the records are concerned, began in Berne in 1713, when Peter Risser was born. In 1739, forced to flee because of religious persecution, he came to Philadelphia, taking up Quaker William Penn's call to take refuge in the States. Peter stayed on to marry Fanny Reiff and have eight children. He died at the age of 91. One of his children, Christian, came to Canada. A son, Peter, moved to Markham in 1804, where he and his wife, Fanny Detweiler, raised six children. One of Christian's daughters, Liz Reesor, married Abe Stouffer, founder of Stouffville. The Reesors came to North America to "escape persecution and to start anew in a new country," the speaker said. Because of their austere dress and foreign tongue, they were often the victims of prejudice. "No Reesor should ever be guilty of looking down on or speaking a disparaging word against any immigrant," Reesor said. "For, we surely were very different and strange." He said they "might ask if we are worthy of our pioneer ancestors? I like to think their virtues remain with us. I hope this (day) reminds us of our heritage, against which we will all be measured," the speaker said. The Reesor re -unions began in 1901, and have been held every 10 years since. One of the highlights of the day was a hardbound book, The Reesor Family in Canada - A Trail Through the Centuries, on sale to the gathering. The book, an update of the 1970 version, contained 1,415 family names, and a total of 17,000 names altogether. Grants from New Horizons and Wintario subsidized the publishing costs. 9xj Ninety -seven -year -old Elizabeth Byer, acquaintance of the most recent addition to formerly Elizabeth Reesor, made the trip the Reesor clan, three -week-old Ryan Carr, from Wroxeter to attend the Reesor family and his mother Margaret, Pavilion Street, reunion, Saturday. She was the oldest Unionville. photo by Ed Schroeter member in attendance. She made the TORRANCE, John S. (Jack) a. At Scarborough General Hospi- tal, on Friday, August 8, 1980, Jack, beloved husband of Isabelle (Belle) Yearley, broth- er of the late James Torrance and Anne Scott. Resting at the Dixon -Garland Funeral Home, 166 Main St. (Hwy. 48) Mark- ham, Ontario after 7 p.m. Saturday. Service in our chapel on Monday afternoon at 1.30 p.m. Interment St. Andrew's Presbyterian Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. STOUFFVILLE — Close to 400 people viewed the Van -Art Show at the Whitchurch- Stouffville Public Library, Sunday. Seventeen vehicles were on display including "The People's Choice", an im- maculate 1977 Chevrolet called "Brown Bear". Owner Scott Shewan of Greenwood feels he has $15,000 invested in his compact "house on wheels". However, if time is included, the project is priceless. Scott started with a basic $5,000 van, like hundreds seen on the road every day. He then set out to change it, resulting in a show piece that turns heads wherever he goes. From the chain -type steering wheel "dipped in gold", to the solid oak running boards, "Brown Bear,' is a thing of beauty. But the van's not all for show. It's dependable trans- portation too as indicated by the close to 30,000 miles on the speedometer. Scott admits, however, that he baby's it in the winter, protecting the finish from harmful salt and sand. L,_:Th e exterior art work was completed by David Woolston of Richmond Hill, better known to `professional' van men as "The Blue Raven". Scott claims he's one of the best in the business. In addition to "The People's Choice" award, Scott's entry was selected "Best G.M. or Chev" and "Best In Show". In even tougher competition, it was named "Best Chevrolet" in the Van -Sport Show as well as red ribbon awards at The Nationals in Hamilton and a competition at Bowmanville. Other trophy recipients Sunday were - Mike Wil-^^ Scarborough; Dan Alle Newmarket; Ismo Partianen, Willowdale; Larry McLean, Toronto and Don Pearce, Stouffville. The show's sponsor was John Richmond of the Latcham Gallery, Stouffville. While the vans on the out- side attracted considerable attention, many °`_tors enjoyed the demonstrations and displays inside including a skill called Airbrush Technique practiced by David Ward, a Grade 11 student at Uxbridge Secondary School and Robert Andrews of Port Perry. ._;Chevy van - poople s choice' This 1977 Chevy van, dubbed `Brown Bear", won three awards, Latcham tianery, ,tounvuie. 'rne proua owner is acott nnewan, cu, Sunday, including "The People's Choice", in a Van -Art Show at of Greenwood. —Jim Thomas. ° WITH TODAY'S VACCINE THERE'S JUST -NO EXCUSE FOR GETTING MEASLES Recently, there's been it serious increase in the number of cases of measles in Ontario. At a time when modern vaccines are so readily available, it simply doesn't make sense for you or your talnlIN- to contract such diseilses. Keep in mind that measles can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia or encephalitis, which is inflammation of the brain. Women of a childbearing age ShOUld also he sure they are llllnitlnlzed against Gennan measles —a disease that can cause serious birth defects. Of course, you want the peace of mind all year round of knowing you and your family are protected against disease. But what better time to take some positive action than during November, Immunization Awareness Month, by making sure you're ilillnunized. While you're at it, ask your doctor or local health unit for your copy of the new Ontario immunization record card. Let's keep Ontario healthy Dennis Timbrell, Minister of Health William Davis, Premier Ontario 1817 hotel coming back to life By Lynne Ainsworth PICKERING — After years of aban- donment, the 103-year-old Liverpool Arms Hotel will once again welcome travel -weary patrons into its bar and din- ing rooms. Ajax Restaurant owner James Skent- zos is pumping $1 million worth of reno- vations into the historic two -storey brick hotel to transform it into what he hopes will become one of the most elegant din- ingrooms in Ontario. Who t__ $34,000 to move The fate of the eight -room hotel at - Liverpool Rd. and Highway 2 has been up in the air since 1964, when the building ,.was expropriated for the widening of Highway 2. Demolition of the Liverpool Arms was prevented by owner Harriet Jatiouk, who paid $34,000 to have the building moved back from the road. Skentzos has hired architects and in- terior designers to recreate the Georgian simplicity of a 19th-century hotel. The hotel's wooden bar will be replaced and kept in its original location. "We're trying to preserve as much of the original design as we can, even though it's fairly Fun down," said Skent- zos. Built from 1877 to 1879 by a local architect, the Liverpool Arms was one of an estimated 150 inns and taverns that dotted the stagecoach and railway lines between Toronto and Cobourg. "It was never what you'd call an ele- gant hotel, but it did have its heyday," says Morley Black of Pickering, who re- called visiting the hotel as a young boy at the turn of the century. During the hotel's heyday, when Lake Ontario schooners moored in French- man's Bay waited for the shipment of barley and wheat, every table of the din- ingroom would be taken. Farmers from Uxbridge and Claremont lined up in their wagons along Liverpool Rd. waiting to unload the grains bound for breweries in the United States. The port at Frenchman's Bay also boasted its own hotel, bank and telegraph office. By 1910, the lake schooners were gone, railways came to the port, and the Liver- pool Arms began to suffer financially. But it remained a hotel through prohibi- tion, and some say the hotel keeper serv- ed bootleg whiskey. Back to original The Liverpool Arms has been a room- ing house, post office, grocery store and apartments and now it will go back to offering meals and a place to relax. As Pickering grows in leaps and bounds, the township's original buildings are disappearing. The Pickering Arms is one of 150 historic homes and businesses still standing. However; without the protection of Heritage designation, the fate of Pickering's past lies in the hands of the landowners. \7::- 4t o, °F °�� WARD 3 z REPORT Deputy Mayor from August 1 to November Chairman Pickering Condominium Committee Chairman Rouge/Duff ins/Highland Creek Valley Systems Executive Member Conservation Authority Director Recycling Council of Ontario Member Pickering Museum Board Member Pickering Promotional Committee Member Pickering Development Committee Member Pickering,Ajax, Whitby Animal Control Committee Member Metro Toronto Conservation Authority Member Ajax, Pickering, Whitby Association for Mentally Retarded Member Handicapped Transportation Committee Member Pickering Cemetery Board Member Community Centres Board Dear Residents: It's summer - kids are out of school and vacation time is here at last. These newsletters are part of an ongoing effort to ensure that you are -t up to date on items of interest being dealt with by Council. This i� my last newsletter before the election in November. This coming term will be 3 years instead of 2. 1 am pleased to have the extra year which allows projects to be initiated and completed by the same individuals. I will be running for election again in the fall and I hope to see many of you personally as I go door-to-door. My television shows and columns in 4 newspapers help to keep the lines of communication open. If there are issues concerning you, please don't hesitate to call me at the office - 683-2760, or my home - 683-3589• Norah Stoner Councillor, Ward 3 Town of Pickering `'� George Lambton, the Earl of Durham. P j _1 C%L1_._'i'1 A-+ �u 'he Canadians will T one day do justice to my memory' ' - Lord Durham by Steve Salmaniw WHITBY — With the new Earl of Durham Dining Lounge opening up we thought it would be interesting to look into the history of the man the building is named after. The Earl of Durham, perhaps better known to history buffs as Lord Durham (his real name was George Lambton, thus the George Lambton Room at the dining Lounge), came to Canada on May 29, 1838 at the age of 46. Previous to his appoint- ment here he had been a special ambassador to Russia and Belgium. What were his ideas about Canada (Upper and Lower Canada then), then a British colony? He believed colonies were useful as markets and as outlets for surplus population. He thought that if colonists were treated as British subjects and granted freedom, they'd remain loyal to Britain. Lord Durham was sent out to Canada by Lord Melbourne, the British prime min- ister of the time, to find out the causes of discontent and to suggest a remedy. One year before, in 1837, rebellions had rocked both Canadas. He was also appointed the governor general of both Canadas. He didn't last long in Canada. He spent five months in Lower Canada (Quebec) and five days in Upper Canada (Ontario) and was then recalled because he exceeded his authority by banishing to Bermuda eight Lower Canada rebels. In his famous Durham Report he recom- mended six minor and three major changes for the colony. He recommended strongly the union of the two Canadas, responsible government, and the separation of local and imperial authority. His six minor recommendations included the institution of municipal governments, the change of legislative councils then in operation, changes in the land system for quicker development, more immigration, the organ- ization of public finances and the need to improve canals and to build a unifying intercolonial railway. The immediate effects of his recommend- ations were limited. The Canadas were united in 1840. Responsible government was not granted until much later and the division of powers was never made at all. His Durham Report was a landmark in the evolution of Canadian self-govern- ment. The report was later a model when 1867 came along. In his report Durham wrote: "I expected to find a contest between a government and a people; I found two nations warring in the bosom of a single state; I found a struggle not of principles but of races; and I perceived that it would be idle to attempt any amelioration of laws or institutions, until we could first succeed in terminating the deadly animosity that now separates the inhabitants of Lower Canada into hostile divisions of French and English." On his death bed at Cowes in July, 1840 he wrote: "I would fain hope I have not lived altogether in vain. Whatever the Tories may say, the Canadians will one day do justice to my memory." They did. Thus the Durham Region, the Earl of Durham dining lounge and the George Lambton Room! By NORAH STONER Seriously injured ` GREENWOOD — A 65-year- old Peterborough woman is in critical condition in Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto, after being involved in a car -truck collision, Jan. 12, at Westney Road and Concession 6, Greenwood. According to Durham Regional Police, Mrs. Nora Welsh, 65, suffered a fractured skull, a broken jaw and broken ribs, when the car she was driving was in collision with a truck driven by Tony Van- denberg, 47, of Agincourt. The truck had a snow scoop attached to the front. Police said Mrs. Welsh had entered a through highway from a stop street. The victim was taken to Ajax -Pickering Hospital by ambulance, then flown by helicopter to Sunnvbrook. Councillor, Town of Pickering + There's no shortage of heroes ( in Pickering. The special people who get involved in other people's lives when it's necessary. People like P.C. Archie McKinnon of the Durham Police takes a special interest in some of the seniors in our Town. His vigilance enables them to stay in their own homes living the independent lifestyle that is so important to them. People like off -duty Pickering Fireman Jack Drinkwater who made a valiant effort to save the life of a car crash victim. A recent accident involving a member of my family brought me a sharper awareness of heroes and heroines. My aunt's life was saved by the combined efforts of the Durham Regional Police and two residents of Greenwood. Evelyn Disney and Douglas McKean, an off -duty Metropolitan Toronto Policeman, prevented my aunt from drowning in her own blood until the police arrived. Swift repsonse on their part and the speedy arrangements for a helicopter ambulance made sure that she received medical help as soon as possible. Other heroes of our community are those who man the P.A.R.U. (Pickering Ajax Rescue Unit) cutter. Their rescue work resulted in four lives being saved in 1980. They assisted seven boats and torbed another twenty. These 60 volunteers logged 522 hours and completed 94 patrols under the guidance of Commadore G. Keith Warner and Searchmaster, Captain John Hanbidge. We all owe a great debt to these people and the many other heroes and heroines of our community. Thank you. ,0 Still eat better for less While it may be true that as Canadians we are paying some ten per cent more for food this year than last, we suggest that it's a long way from indigestion time yet. Looking around the world it's easy to see that our normal food basket is still far below the price being paid in most other countries. For a shocking example we see that steak which could sell here for $4 will set one back $40 in Tokyo and pork chops sell for $10 a pound in Stockholm. Likewise our $1.50 bacon will cost you $9 in Paris. Out of fifteen world capitals, food prices in Ottawa are third from the bottom of the list and Ottawa prices can be reasonably com- pared to our local situation. The normal $60 food basket in Canada, is $85 in England, $109 in France, $115 in Switzerland, $135 in Sweden and $151 in Japan. In addition, to buy this food, the Canadian worker contributes much fewer hours; eight hours here compared to 18 in France, 30 in Brazil, and 13 in England. Iron Curtain countries can get such an item as potatoes cheaper but will line up for hours to get meat, fruit and dairy products and even then may come away empty- handed. Food prices here are constantly on the rise but, it is easily seen that we still have a lone. long wav to go to even come close to other countries. It would still appear that we eat better for less than practically everybody else in the world. George Ashe at Queen's - Park As we enter a new year, many of us can be thank- ful that we continue to enjoy good health, free from physical or mental impairment. More than two million of our fellow Canadians, however, are not as fortunate. It is sobering to realize that some 10 percent of our population lives with some kind of disability. In Ontario, there are 800,000 disabled citizens with an ad- ditional 15 percent directly affected as family members. This means that a total of 1.8 million people in Ontario are personally involved. The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 1981 the International Year for Disabled Persons. Of course, the Ontario government whole- heartedly endorses the Year and supports its goal of ensuring disabled persons full and equal participation in com- munity life. During the next 12 months, we will be un- dertaking a variety of related projects and programs. The Provincial sum is in addition to local communities.The e monies already allocated difficulties disabled by various ministries for people experience in ., special projects and will attempting to make a be used to initiate meaningful contribution M programs during the year to the community's which have been iden- by social, economic and is k tified as high priority political development .:. disabled people in the largely the result of community. misconceptions and lack An interministerial of awareness on the part committee under the of the public. Social Development As a result, our Secretary for Social Secretariat will ensure government will be un- Development, Margaret the co-ordination of ac- dertaking a public Birch, recently an- tivities in government awareness program to nounced the allocation of ministries and provide bring about a change in $12 million to fund these liaison with consumer society's attitude. We various activities. This groups, agencies and believe this lack of public THE NEWS ADVERTISER, JANUARY 14,1981—PAGE 13-F awareness is one of the main barriers for disabled people. Attention will be focussed on the dif- ficulties encountered by the disabled in obtaining access to services the able-bodied take for granted. Finding a job, using public transport, locating accessible ac- commodation and places of work, as well as making use of community facilities, health and social services, all present significant problems for the disabled. The Government of Ontario has already established policies and programs to help the handicapped in the areas of transportation, housing, education, vocational rehabilitation services and leisure services. Our plans for this year will be simply a continuation of com- mitments made in the past. But the government cannot and should not do it all. A joint effort is required. We need the assistance of municipal governments, churches, fraternal organizations, and individuals if this special year for the disabled is to be a suc- cess Only with everyone's help can we achieve the goal of enabling disabled persons to enjoy the same rights and opportunities which are available to other persons in society, a reality. George Ashe is the MPP for Durham West Riding. � t « r ` y - �� � ,�► a �.' ai' 11 disabled adults, especially those with severe handicaps or the need for constant medical attention. These camps were first held in 1972 at Blue Mountain near Collingwood. At this first camp, 12 people with a variety of disabilities stayed where they were able to enjoy an outdoor vacation while receiving any personal or medical care needed. By 1980, over 200 disabled persons stayed at March of Dimes camps held at Claremont, Longlake (near Sudbury) and Port Burwell (near London) . For many this camp was the only break they had from the nursing homes and hospitals where they live. Roat has attended two of these camps — in 1977 at Port Burwell and last year at Claremont. While on her vacation she was able to meet new friends, swim, take part in a craft program and visit the Metro Zoo. She looks forward to her vacations at the camps, as having always lived in the cities, she says, "I never see bluejays at home. The countryside was really beautiful and relaxing." In addition to camps, the agency provides support services to the handicapped including everything from wheelchairs to technical aids, training and em- ployment opportunities and community development. The International Year of Disabled Persons marks the 30th an- niversary of the Ontario March of Dimes. 0 m wo�oo O m 'aE �o o "ccsco 0 0 M ( Endyw m a E; 0 ee �j co p p -C C o 5 (9 e'. 1l• 1 M m C � � r� I F�1 O ^�•i �. mEn ID ncoo 00 o IDaq a o oEn pp `� ��pp oy �qp• '•• o' `y° CO � a� Monks to a holiday camping program operr4tedaupually by the Ontario March of Dimes, Barbara Roat of Oshawa was able to participate recently in activities unusual to her daily routine and meet new friends. Vacations at summer and winter camps are offered to physically disabled adults from throughout Ontario by the organization. CD y CD CL y �r CD !Z .d N It's the International Year of the Handicapped so watch out for this symbol — and honor it. Also, watch out for what George Ashe (page F15)) and Blake Purdy (page 8) have to say about the year. STOUFFVILLE — A beautiful snowy owl, common to the polar regions but rare in these parts, was seen, Saturday, perched atop a hydro pole at the laneway entrance to Busato's Greenhouses, Tenth Line South. The bird, white with dark spots, had a wing span estimated at five feet. Although unwilling to pose for pictures, it showed no fear of traffic. Edgerton Pegg of Greenwood, an authority on birds of all kinds, said three such owls had been seen in the area this month. One of these, reported on 19th Avenue, Markham, could have been the same one seen, Saturday, he suggested. "No one knows what brings them so far south," he said, "but it's presumed it's due to a scarcity of food." Their main diet are lem- mings, mouse -like rodents with short tails and fur - covered feet. Home destroyed CLAREMONT — Firefighters were able to save a house the first time around, but a second blaze destroyed the residence. Pickering Chief Don Lynde said units from Claremont, Brougham and Pickering answered a call to the home of Clause Ruttelt, Paddock Road, R.R. 2, Claremont, Jan. 13 at 10:50 a.m. The initial fire, he said, started in a north bedroom. This was brought under control with the men remaining on location until 2:30 p.m. A faulty electric heater was blamed. Chief Lynde said firemen checked the property again between 5 and 6 p.m. that day, and a neighbor went over and closed some win- dows around midnight. However, about 2 a.m., the department received another call. This time, the blaze was in the south half of the dwelling. Chief Lynde described the house as being in two parts, connected by a central hallway. It was occupied by three men and a married couple. The entire structure was destroyed but all occupants escaped without injury. Cause of the second outbreak isn't known. Soilimprovement DURHAM REGION — Ellis Britton, R.R. 3, Claremont, has been elected ist vice-president of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association. The annual meeting was held Dec. 19. Heading up the organization in 1981 is George Hewitt, R.R. 3, Beaverton. The 2nd vice- president is Grant Hill, R.R. 1, Zephyr and the secretary - treasurer is Ivan Bell of Ux- bridge. Eleven directors named to the board are: Pickering - Ellis Britton, Claremont; Jim Mc - William, Pickering. Uxbridge - Don St. John, Uxbridge, Ivan Norton, Goodwood. Whitby - Maurice O'Connor, Pickering; Bill Robinson, Brooklin. Scott - Grant Mustard, Uxbridge; Grant Hill, Zephyr. East Whitby - Hubert Schilling, Oshawa; Alf Jackson, Oshawa. Scugog - Cliff Redman, Port Perry. Brock - Ted Smith, Sunderland; Ken Graham, Sunderland. Thorah - George Hewitt; Beaverton; Leonard Davis, Beaverton. Mara - John Warren, Brechin; Bruce McKinnon, Orillia. Rama - Alvin Johnston, Orillia; Russell Cooper, Washago. Residentialbuild- � Durham's chief task DURHAM — The major job of regional government this year will be to attract residential development, says Durham's new chair- man, Gary Herrema. "We're not getting our share of development here," the former Uxbridge mayor said. He said there's a reluctance on the part of some finance people "to front-end fund develop- ment.." possibly due to the unclear status of the province's plans for Seaton, the planned community in North Pickering that was to have 70,000 people. Developers may fear they won't be able to sell homes in Ajax and Pickering if the government goes ahead with Seaton, Herrema said. The latter's status should be known early in the year, he added. One of the reasons the region wants development, is because it has invested so much money in providing services for new housing that's still to come. Officials say Durham has enough serviced land to ac- commodate another 114,000 people. The services were to be paid through development charges and user rates but, instead will have to be paid for by those already living there. Herrema said Durham will also be seeking ad- ditional industry in an effort to keep workers `at home' and improve the Region's tax base. Hydro rates Farm safety DURHAM REGION to �a c ease — Ellis Britton, RR 3, PICKERING — With ap- Claremont is the 1981 chairman of the Ontario proval of Ontario Hydro, rates County Farm Safety in Pickering will increase on an Association. average of 5.1 per cent, a The annual meeting Commission spokesman said was held earlier this last week. month in the Ministry of The increase will be retro- Agriculture and Food active to Jan. 1. Board Room, Uxbridge. The cost of wholesale power Guest speaker was purchased from the `parent Keith White, Agricultural firm' has gone up by ten per Specialist with Ontario Hydro. cent. According to the Pickering Marilyn Sewell, Utility, the cost of wholesale Farm Safety Consultant power represents 76 per cent of reported a slight increase the average bill. in farm fatalities in 1980 The hike here is con- over 1979. A total of 42 siderably less than in some farm deaths occurred last neighboring municipalities year across the Province where increases on an average with 52 per cent of these are expected to range from related to accidents in - are t to ten volving tractors. eight per cent. Larry Swinn, Public Relations Director, Ontario Farm Safety Association, presented a report on research into silo gas detection. Since 1962, nine persons have died by this means, he said, three of these at the same location in 1977. Other officers on the local association include: Neil McLeod, RR 5, Sunderland, vice- chairman; Ivan Bell, Uxbridge, secretary; Gordon Ewen, RR 1, Uxbridge, treasurer; Grant Hill, RR 1, Zephyr, Art Catton, RR 2, Port Perry and Don St. John, RR 3, Uxbridge, direc- tors. __ In My Opinion By NORAH STONER Councillor, Town of Pickering The first week of January - a time for reviewing the past and looking to the future - a time of resolution and new beginnings. This column is both of those. One of my resolutions is to endeavour to become the best municipal representative ever for the people of Ward 3. To that end, I am starting a bi-weekly column and a cable television programme on the alternate weeks. The purpose of both is to comment on and review some of the items of interest being dealt with in Council. It will also be an opportunity to showcase individuals and organizations and what they are doing within the community. One such item was dealt with by the Town's Executive Committee on December 22. A proposal by J.H. Neil and E.R. Broughton to create an Aquaculture Centre in the old Fren- chman's Bay Water Pollution Control Plant was given approval in principal. The Centre would turn the old plant at the bottom of Liverpool Road into a fish hatchery and would produce 300,000 rainbow trout an- nually for food and stocking purposes. There would be facilities for recreational fishing, educational programmes and ongoing research. The fish would live in water drawn from the lake which would be heated by the waste hot water from the Nuclear Generating Station. This same water would supply the pond to be used for year round recreational fishing. The research component intends to look at new sources of feed including the products of the waste treatment lagoons of the York Durham Sewer and fish drawn in to the Nuclear Generating Station. Concern about the traffic volumes and parking were expressed by Mayor Anderson. My concerns deal with the quality of the fish themselves. The unhappy "Tritium Tomatoes" episode causes me to have reservations. You'll recall that the tomatoes were grown in green- houses using the waste heat from the Nuclear Station and resulted in a radioactive vegetable which was unsuitable for human consumption. My fear is that the fish, which tend to con- centrate the elements in their environment will be contaminated by radioactive materials or elements found in the effluent of the York Durham Sewer. I want and will continue to press for assurances these fish will be of a standard that you and I want to serve to our families. The idea of using the now obsolete Fren- chman's Bay Waste Treatment Plant is a good one. The idea of putting the waste hot water from the Nuclear Station to use is also good. Taking advantage of a facility and its processes to educate children and to further research is also commendable. The decision of the Committee to approve the Aquaculture Centre in principle also refers the proposal to staff to study the feasibility, the traffic problem.s that may be created, the impact on the marshland and the financial impact on the Town. We will undoubtedly be hearing more about this project in the future. In My Opinion By NORAH STONER Councillor, Town of Pickering A proposal for a year-round multiple - use centre for Culture and Recreation has been prepared by the Residents of Whitevale for the Town of Pickering. The Hamlet of Whitevale is an out- standing example of a 19th cerntury village situated in the middle of the proposed North Pickering Project. Considerable social upheaval has resulted from this proposed new city. Expropriations, evictions, compulsory sales and neglect caused many residents to leave. Those who stayed and the new people who moved in were determined to rebuild their community from the shambles that had been created. The first step was to persuade the Province of Ontario to abandon expropriation. It's very difficult (usually impossible) to get a government to admit it made a mistake. Once this was done, the arduous task of rebuilding began. Many derelict and uninhabitable houses have been restored. The Whiteval Craftworks was created from a building which had been boarded up for years. The General Store was revitalized. Much of the work was done by the villagers in "work bees" similar to the old- fashioned "barn raising" and just as much fun. A community was rebuilt. Some of the restorations involved co- operation between the residents, the Town of Pickering and representatives of the North Pickering Project in order to ensure that the architectural heritage was preserved. The next step in rebuilding is the creation of a community centre. The villagers have decided to restore the "Miller House" which was built in 1825. The building was identified by an eminent panel of restoration architects as worthy of preservation. The house is situated in the valley next to the neighbourhood park, Duffin's Creek and the entrance to the lovely North Pickering Hiking Trail. The project is planned in phases. Phase One is to rehabilitate the original house and rebuild the tail section. It is anticipated that the facility would serve not only the village and its surrounding area but also the many visitors to the Hiking Trail. It also has great possibilities as an educational centre. The funding is proposed to come from a Community Centre Grant, Wintario and the Greenwood Area Observe flock rare waxwings By Mildred McTaggart Road, injured in a car ditions at the community GREENWOOD — A accident, Christmas Eve, park. flock of more than 200 are recuperating in Greenwood Racing Bohemian Waxwings Scarborough Centenary Association will hold its were observed during Hospital. annual meeting at the Christmas week by The general meeting Community Centre, Jan. Pickering naturalists. of the United Church S0 at 8 p.m. The birds were feeding on Women, will be held at multiflora hedge on the the church, Jan. 19 at 8 The Kinsale Women's west side of Claremont P.M. Institute will meet at the the Conservation, opposite The Adult Club is home home of Mildred e Me - the home of Gordon holding a pot luck supper art Jan. 21 2 m. Duncan. This is the first at the home of Evelyn and Taggorl,call is A Current time these birds have Murray Jones, Jan. 17 at Event. been recorded in the 7:15 p.m. A spring fashion Pickering Boxing Day The a n n u a 1 show, sponsored by the count, although they congregational meeting UCW, will be presented were seen here two years for Greenwood, will be by Anne Gifford of the ago. held Sunday evening, Welsh Dresser and Former Toronto Jan.25. Kiddies' Gro' Clothes, Maple Leaf Hockey star, Much to the en- Pickering, Feb. 6 at 7:30 Bob Baun, his wife, and joyment of the children, p.m., at Greenwood their children, Jeff, the recent cold weather United Church. Tickets Brian, Michelle and has helped to rapidly available from UCW Patty, of Cherrywood, improve skating con- members. were guests of Mr. and --- Mrs. Gerald Hornov at a -- family engagement party. The gathering was in honor of the bridal couple to be, Anne Hornov and Jeff Baun. Other guests were Linda Thomas, Janine Brovghto of Bay Ridges, and Jean Mahoney, Paddock Road, Two rarm boys who had nev- Greenwood. er been far from home enlisted The sympathy of the in the army and were on their community is extended to way overseas. As their ship left Mr. and Mrs. Frank harbor, they stared in amaze- Koenen, in the loss of ment at a lighthouse. their seven -year -old "I'll be darned. Tommy," said grandson, Bert Busker of one finally, "isn't that one heck Pickering, after a lengthy of a place to put a silo." battle with leukemia. The --- funeral service was Jan. - 12. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Howard, Old Greenwood Painter's home: In the backyard of his house at 12t Centre St. in Thornhill, J.E.H. MacDon- :y. Star Photo by Sharon Godfrey ald, a member of the Group of Seven, painted his controversial The Tangled Garden. MacDonald's `Tangled Garden' i still surrounds Thornhill house. I i920, J. E. H. MacDonald, the -- leader of the Group of Seven, de- cided he no longer had any choice f GQNA1LQ ---and gave up his career as a painter JONES and got a job in Toronto. The last 10 years had been among �, { Historical the happiest of his life. He had spent iOrant® the summers travelling with La - wren Harris and A. Y. Jackson and others into the Ontario northland, young James became an apprentice but the money he received for the few paintings he was able to sell in a lithography firm, later moving li Ltd.phy 'Was barely enough to support his to p of the best Cana y;fp and son. than firms of designers and engrav- `_'' 'As the oldest member in the Woup, he had become the official et s. He had few friends as a child and "I Spokesman and had only recently ,written angrily to the newspapers once wrote, wasn't strong enough to succeed in games, so I in about Canadian art collectors who 'would "salute every time a dealer spent much time reading." Burns, Whitman and Thoreau be - exhibited a picture with a Dutch came his favorite writers and he would later name his only son Tho- name on it" and pay $600 for it but , the fine works of reau MacDonald after the author of �gnore many young Canadian artists being offer- Walden. Away from his books, he ed for $30 to $50. spent his weekends painting and High Park in the 1890s became his Superb teacher Walden. He worked for almost 20 years at Now with most of his savin s arlin 0— in Thornhill, MacDonald painted his most controversial work. It was a painting suffused with sunshine and cluttered with lush blossoms. He called it The Tangled Garden and in 1978 Paul Duval used this title for the first full-scale biogra- phy of MacDonald. When MacDonald exhibited the painting, critics accused him of "throwing paint pots in the face of the public". MacDonald's famous defence of it and of all the paintings of his friends appeared in the Globe on May 27, 1916, under the sarcas- tic headline. of "Bouquets from a Tangled Garden." In it, he attacked all ill-informed art critics "who are better ac- quainted with footlights than sun- light" but the sensation in the press did nothing to help any of the group to sell more of their paintings. F"mancial pressures The following year, MacDonald reluctantly offered his home for Greenwood Dangerous corner By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — Mrs. Nora Welsh, Peterborough, who was seriously injured in a car - truck collision, Jan. 12 at Wesley Rd. and Con- cession 6, Greenwood, is still in intensive care in Sunnybrook Hospital. First at the scene were Mr. and Mrs. Ross Disney, and Doug McKean, Greenwood, who assisted until police and the ambulance arrived. Pickering Councillor Nora Stoner, a niece of Mrs. Welsh, had high praise for Durham Regional Police, Ajax Hospital and ambulance for the speed in which her aunt was taken to Ajax and then to Sunnybrook. This corner is a dangerous one, especially in winter when the snow is piled high and cuts off motorist's vision to the north and south. Efforts by local councillors to have stop signs posted at all four corners, have so far failed. At present the only signs are on the concession roads. Little Denise Swedlo, who lost an arm in a farm accident this summer, is progressing favorably after further surgery to her left hand at Toronto Sick Children's Hospital last week. A pot luck supper will be held Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. at Greenwood Church. It will be followed at 7 by the annual congregational meeting. The Good Neigh- bours' Club will meet Jan. 27 at 1:30 p.m. at Whitevale United Church. Austin Metcalfe will show group pictures. The annual meeting of Greenwood Recreation Association will be held in Greenwood Community Centre, Jan. 30 at 8 p.m. The official board of the Greenwood charge will meet in Mount Zion Church, Jan. 28 at 8 p.m. Longtime Greenwood residents were saddened to hear of the death of Mrs. Zorah Holliday, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Gee, 7th Line. Zorah attended Greenwood School and Church. Service was held from the Carson Funeral Home, Brooklin, Jan. 18. WI TELL ABOUT HISTORY +-,-- KINSALE, W.I. ONTARIO SOUTH DISTRICT par- ticipated in an interesting project by the special educa- tion teacher from the Valley View school in Greenwood. An enrichment program was arranged for the gifted students of grades six to eight. Nonagenarian May Brown, a WI member spoke on the history of the local cemetery, another member Mary McLean told the history of the local churches, while Mildred McTaggart gave background history of the schools before consolidation took effect. Janet Crawford demonstrated weaving, and went on to say the Tweeds- muir History book provided much of the background information for the project. Late Wm. Brown Active life " of service GREENWOOD — William A. (Bill) Brown, one of this area's most active residents, died suddenly, Jan. 20 in Ajax - Pickering Hospital. He was admitted there after suffering a stroke. Born on the family farm, Salem Road, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Brown, he continued to live there all his life. He was active in every phase of the community in- cluding Greenwood School, Greenwood United Church and municipal politics. He served on the board of stewards; was superintendent of the Sunday School and a member of Oshawa Presbytery. For seventy years, he served on the Salem Cemetery Board. Mr. Brown was keenly in- terested in politics at every level. For a number of years he was vice-president of the On- tario Riding Progressive Conservative Association. Besides his wife, the former Gladys Pegg, he is survived by two sons, Fred of Brooklin and William at home; a sister, May Brown in Greenwood; four grandchildren and one great- grandchild. WILLIAM BROWN NEW WORDING FOR NATIONAL ANTHEM O Canada! Our Home and native land! �✓ True patriot love in all thy sons command. With glowing hearts we see thee rise, The True North strong and free! From far and wide, O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. God keep our land glorious and free! 0 Canada, we stand on guard for thee. O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. Published under authority of the Speaker of the House of Commons by the Queen's Printer for Canada. DEATHS BROWN, William A. Entered into rest suddenly at the Ajax -Pickering Hospital on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 1961, William A. Brown of Greenwood, Ont., beloved husband of Gladys L. Pegg, dear father of Fred N. of Brooklin, William A. Jr. of Greenwood, predeceased by Mildred (Mrs. Glynn) Eastwood, loving grand- father of four grandchildren and one great-grandson, dear brother of May E. Brown of Greenwood and predeceased by brother Fred R. (Vimy Ridge WWI). Mr. Brown will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering, Hwy. 2, Pickering Village (Town of Ajax) after 2 p.m. Wednesday. Complete funeral service in the chapel on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. Interment Salem Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Greenwood United Church. J21 Paula Lishman is her own best model. The textile artist experimented for years before coming up with her unique method of knitting fur. For more on the successful furrier, turn the By Jane McDonald WOMAN Editor Perhaps it was because Paula Lishman was raised in Labrador, — "I've been cold ever since," she says -- that she went on to develop one of the most successful businesses in the Durham Region. Mrs. Lishman, a textile artist, few y ars ago developed a method of knitting fur and now, fashionable winterers throughout North America as well as in Europe are assured warmth, style and freedom of movement via Paula Lishman Ltd. garments. Years of ex- perimentation with textiles as an art form as well as for practical use has led Mrs. Lishman to become the accomplished woman she is today. "At 17, I went to Mexico and studied weaving and guitar", she relates. "I'd always been in- terested in textiles because of my mother, who has a self-sufficient philosophy. She made her own clothes, pottery and bread; I grew up making my own dolls' clothes and, being so tall (Mrs. Lishman stands a statuesque six -foot - three), I made many of my own clothes." Upon her return from Mexico, she bought a loom. While still working to finish Grade 13, she'd make one item at a time here and there merely to make enough money to buy more materials. It was then that she met an Oshawa woman, Esther Bryant, who taught her spinning and vegetable dyeing techniques. "I was enthralled by what I saw -- how she blended colors..." Sculptor -artist Bill Lish- man was soon woven into the scheme of things when in 1968, the couple married and settled in Brougham, just north of Pickering. Then along came the government and expropriation. Actively opposed to the building of the now - shelved Pickering Air- port, Mrs. Lishman turned her talents to silk screening and printed 3,000 T-shirts depicting anti -airport sentiments felt by area residents. Once the airport furor had died down, it was time for something new. leather, making sandals, briefcases and portfolios. "I began silk screening on leather gloves and briefcases," she recalls. "Then I started making sheepskin coats and leather vests for which I crocheted leather strips for the buttons." This working with strips of leather and then crocheting them was the basic concept which led Mrs. Lishman to her present endeavor. "I made a sheepskin coat for my son one year but the next year, found it was too small for him," she explains. "I couldn't be making these coats every year for the boys (Mrs. Lishman has two sons), so I found an old rabbit vest, cut it up, and knit it into a coat. I'd done a bit of this type of work for gussets in the leather vests because the process makes the fur stretch. I just started knitting and realized that I was getting fur on both sides." And so it began. The now -famous Paula Lish- man drawstring hat, which can be literally molded into headband, beret, collar or muff, was soon to be born. "The knitted fur was so flexible and stretchy, I just started playing with it," she says. "At that point, I hadn't seen anyone else do it." Soon after her discovery, she attended a workshop at the McLaughlin Gallery where she saw wearable art by Evelyn Roth. "She knits everything to show the recycling of materials and had a piece of knitted fur in her exhibit," says Mrs. Lishman. "This reinforced what I'd been developing." Still only knitting enough articles to keep herself in materials, mostly family and friends were the wearers of the first Paula Lishman furs. With two small sons to care for, she was lucky to get in two hours of work a day and admits that she wasn't really trying to make a lot of money. But friends, particularly one who suffered bron- chial problems every winter until she wore one of Mrs. Lishman's hats as a collar, wouldn't let a good thing go unnoticed. "I had no idea how to market so I thought, Why not go to the top?' I called Creeds fur salon, told could show them some of my work," says Mrs. Lishman. The people at Creeds were impressed. They gave her coyote skins and mink (Creeds does not carry rabbit) and gave rer a shot at the big time. The hats were very big sellers at this point. Mrs. Lishman couldn't keep up. She got a neighbor to help her do the cutting while she did all the knitting, but soon ad- vertised for others to help her knit. This not only helped Mrs. Lishman to keep up with the demand for her product but to work on other designs besides the hats. "It just mushroomed," recalls Mrs. Lishman. "I didn't really know anything about fur but my mother, a teacher, knew a furrier who was the parent of one of her pupils and asked if I could tour their plant in an effort to get some general background knowledge. "He (the furrier) saw my work and liked it and suggested taking a couple of my things along with him to Germany. Frank- furt is THE big fur show," she says. "I figured, at that point, if they were going, I was. I knew I had something unique -- something you could move in, whereas traditional fur coats are stiff." Having gained the en- couragement to get serious about her work, Mrs. Lishman's fur factory first grew out of the basement of her home to a shed outside, then to the garage and finally, to a renovated school house in downtown Blackstock. Her wares have been shown now for three years in Europe and as the sincerest form of flattery, she's been copied. But it all took time. Time just to be accepted. "I came along as a textile artist who cut fur into strips and knit it," she states with un- derstanding. "When you look at knitted fur, you're looking into the fur rather than along a smooth line. The first reaction of many was, `Ugh. What is it, chicken feathers?' "A lot of people were flabbergasted," she continues. "Here I was, just a country housewife." C ca g� V 2 K ~ ma c a a4: Cn E ouoay°'°� cca3ai cl c, m •~ >, r. x m " �Caoo -.E m:10,N °yy'Tyyy 'Oal -0ca)°.ti4 -a o2e E Eo3 vca ok LV '� ca °occca ca � w CZ c 3a)_ bEc E c 3 co ca ca ai o w o Ch v m � �3CZ Co c co v, o �EoE`°a,E c'~�w.0 c° rn a°�i o 7 'a rC=n ctf — t`,. O E 'b G E O 23 cc R u oCU � v, > AE-�C7tz czc0 Ov cv�y �. a oa �n0.0— c°c°'bc°'.° acicw° roM—�v,M-0 �� 'cc°o caw 3jN o ��Q y a, 3 taus rE'a°�`oto�,occcu a o o--y 3.S u c ° o,d a,yo u'a 1 .+ 3 C v, ',: U�°';�v�i��auica`�oo�,cv❑ s.�?o EV,'i x i U 'O G •� V U� 1 �- L. ns C c c h cC Cc a n N co c. N oc., n-.4=a en CT o�3Ea,oEna,o ccv o a, o ca"" i� aog.�33 uco�o ou,� cCCZ otw `n . c c. a, a u a`ni otw t3a C i g o a F a�i cu. ccoo aui �' m Sao ... •a Eo4== ua; o•v Eo C�p3 •`- E vW= a,ca N o ci o ■s L " c a 3 c° �'uy v yew == $ �<cc mw������ Now Paula looks forward to home Paula Lishman will know that she's really made it when she can once again become a homemaker -- a couple of days a week anyway. Believing that nutrition and health are all- important aspects of life, Mrs. Lishman hopes that in about two years she'll have time once again to bake her own bread, put her feet up in front of the fire and spend time with her family. This may seem rather a turnabout, as most women today work towards getting out of the house, but the force behind Paula Lishman Ltd. of Blackstock has never done the expected. And with all false modesty aside, she says she always knew she would make it. `=My parents thought I married too young but 1 knew I had enough drive and brains," she says candidly. "This (her knitted fur company) is just getting off the ground. It'll take about five years." Any success she has known thus far is due to the people she works with, she says, and she credits them at every opportunity with the quality of the goods that come out of Paula Lishman Ltd. "People are important. They make the product," She maintains. "You have to get a team behind you that cares about their work and don't look at their job as just straight knitting. They've got to look at the fur and blend it..." Mrs. Lishman figures that she's got another two or three years to go before she can live the kind of lifestyle she would like to live. That would mean having two days out of the work week to stay at home. "So, for fitive years I'll have to eat store-bought bread, but takes that amount of time to establish a clientele," she adds. Paula Lishman furs are available in Oshawa at Jane's Face Fashions on prince Street as well as at the Paula Lishman Ltd. headquarters in Blackstock and in major fashion centres throughout North America and in Europe, specifically Germany. "I believe that people are important and I wanted not only to fit into the (fur) industry but into the community," says Mrs. Lishman. "I'm fitting well into the industry because I'm not using the best skins; I'm not taking anything away from anyone else or stepping on any toes. It took a while to be accepted, though; I'm not Jewish, I'm not male and I'm knitting fur." "It's a bonus to know that she is providing the kind of work which enables other women to be where they want to be. To date, Paula Lishman Ltd. employs 55 full-time plus about another 25 part-time. Half of these women are cutters, the other half are knitters. The knitted fur garments for which she has become known takes about 5o to 60 hours of labor to complete and that's why, she says, the Paula Lishman label has such a good name internationally. "We're real flag-wavers when we're on the road," she says. "The Canadian image is important to us and we use Canadian furs only." �'�-� � ��� • � ' � 9'�Z Destroyed in weekend fire Kinsale General Store: 140 years of history By MARY UELANZ Y Times staff KINSALE — When the general store burnt down in a spectacular blaze last Sun- day night, it left this tiny hamlet with only two original buildings and a lot of memories. "I felt terrible. Just terri- ble," says George Curl, who for 36 years owned and lived in the historic building on the corner of Highway 7 and Audley Road. He remembers it as a "real good building, timbers solid as anything. B.C. fir for the beams." Failing business and fail- ing health caused him to close the store about 1960 although he lived there until last year. "I sure missed it.1 hated leaving. We were hap- py there." Curl, who now lives in Whitby, says he bought the store in 1946 from Grant Wilson. But it had been own- ed for years by the Mowbray family. "That was Mrs. R.S. McLaughlin's stomping grounds. She was a Mowbray. But I can't remember if it was her parents or her brother than ran the store," says Curl. But the huge building, 50 x It started as the first church in Pickering Township, back in huge old building is nothing more than a charred ruin as the the early part of the last century. It was towed to its present result of a spectacular fire on January 24. With it gone, only location at the corner of Audley Road and Highway 7 where it two original buildings remain in the tiny hamlet of Kinsale. served for years as post office and general store. Now the 25 feet, did not start out as a general store. Curl estimates it is about 140 years old. It was built originally as a Methodist Church, about a mile and a half from its present loca- tion. "It was the first church in Pickering Township," says Curl. "And it had the first hydro. Wasn't very good either." They towed the church all the way up the Audley Road to the corner of Highway 7 early in the century when it became the general store and the centre of a thriving community. It was one of the last original buildings. The old hotel is gone, so is the church and community hall. The old school house at the corner of regional road 23 is now a community hall; the school children are bused to Greenwood or Ajax. The old post office burned down, so did the shoe maker's shop. Maude `Granny' Stell, who lives just north of Highway 7 on Kinsale Road, says it's sad to see the village die. At 84 "I guess I'm just about the longest living per- son in Kinsale," she says. Granny Stell remembers it as a thriving community when she moved there in 1921. Now everything's gone. "All we've got now is a car dealership," she laughs. Not much of a downtown, that. Preserving people with metal SCRAPBOOK — From the Picker- ing News of Friday, December 11, 1885. OUT AROUND US — The barn and its contents of the late Robert Campbell (near Brooklin) was destroy- ed by a fire that could be seen as far away as Pickering Village. The News reported that it was the work of an incendiary. OSHAWA — A cow belonging to Mrs. Thos. Wigg was strangled by getting its head caught between the boards of a shed on the farm... Mr. Jas. Butland's horse was kicked by another horse while in a shed and had to be destroyed because its leg was broken. UXBRIDGE — Scoundrels defaced Rev.Father Allain's fence and he was offering a $10 reward for their conviction... The rural postmaster re- fused to handle newspapers from Montreal for fear of contracting smallpox. GREENWOOD — The storekeeper and postmaster, a Mr. M.Gleeson, was making great preparations to supply his customers with Christmas cheer, in the shape of new fruits for puddings, confectionery for child- ren and a choice of assorted general groceries... Mr. Mitchell's teams were busy drawing flour to Pickering station ... The vaccination fever was all the rage here in 1885. The whole village had been vaccinated... Several people in town were down with typhoid fever. WHITBY — A J.H.Long announced his candidacy for mayor in 1886. ROUGE HILL — Some fiend in human form shot a dog and pet be- longing to Mr. R:J.Black, leaving him without a protector. It was ru- moured the man would get married to get over the incident ... The Port Union Gun Club were getting ready to have their annual shooting match... One of the local sports was bringing home a cow after winning a shooting match in Brougham ... Tom Chester L'rbD ok Research done by Steve Salmaniw. came from the Rifle Shooting Match in Scarborough carrying a fine turkey as first prize winner. ODDS AND ENDS — Gabriel Du- mont was reported visiting Montreal... Sir John A.Macdonald was reported on his way home from England... The snow of the week befote delayed, all trains ... J.D.Kerrison, the musical Don Juan of the times, was accused of having no less than three wives. NOTES AND COMMENTS — The city of Toronto expended the sum of $10,000 in relieving the families of her citizen soldiers during the late Riel Rebellion ... A census of the hom- ing pigeon in France was to be taken that winter in order for the War Department to know how many were dependable in case of an emergency... M.Kargovaty, a Frenchman, discover- ed a method to preserve dead bodies. He gave them a metal coating. People wishing could become silver-plated, nickel -plated, or galvinized with zinc or copper. The process had been tested on 11 human bodies and over 100 animals ... The Diocesan Synod of Armagh discovered the practice in various parts of northern Ireland of ether drinking. It prevailed largely and was said to lead to several cases of insanity. Why ether? It was cheaper 'than real whiskey... LOCALISMS — The country roads were described as "in fearful condit- ion ...... Farmers were still hard at work ploughing in the fields ... A notice reminded prospective politicians to remember that "we have a number of ladies' names on the voter's rolls" this year... The skating rink (Pickering Skating Rink) owned by Mr. Haney was to be flooded that week. Greenwood Girl Lovelybride GREENWOOD — Mary -Lou Morden, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Morden, Greenwood and Timothy Jack Logeman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Logeman, Oshawa, exchanged vows, Saturday, October 4 in Greenwood United Church. Rev. A.M. Butler officiated, with Mildred McTaggart providing the wedding music. The bride, given in marriage by her father, was lovely in a chiffon gown of carnation white with full bishop sleeves, a Queen Anne neckline and empire waist. The full skirt fell into a chapel -length train. Crystal pleating and guipur lace highlighted the neckline and sleeves. A matching head -piece held her two -tiered veil. Debbie Chambers of Port Perry, a friend of the bride was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Shirley Holownia of Toronto and Teri Reardon of Illinois. The flowergirls were Jennifer Morden and Christy Logeman, nieces of the bride and groom. Ryan Morden, nephew of the groom was ringbearer. Bill Bell of Oshawa was best man. The ushers were - Larry Morden, Oshawa, brother of the bride and Dan Logeman, brother of the groom. Diane Hooker was the soloist, accftpanied by Tim Morrow. The wedding reception followed at the Claremont Legion Hall. The happy couple enjoyed a honeymoon in the Bahamas and are now residing in Oshawa. rpppp,- I . !, 1 "10- A. Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Logeman cut the cake following their marriage in Greenwood United Church. The bride is the former Mary -Lou Morden, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Morden, Greenwood. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Logeman, Oshawa. Warp ots reunited GREENWOOD — A time period of more than sixty years, cannot erase the memories cherished by Milton Pegg of Greenwood and Philip Town- send of Knaresborough, Yorkshire, England. The two World War I pilots, members of the Royal Flying Corps, were reunited last weekend. Adding to the en- joyment of the occasion was the fact Milton's observer, Dr. Vernon Hoskins, now of Newmarket, was able to be present, Sunday. For Mr. Pegg, the initial training base was Leaside. Later, he was transferred to a training site in Texas. The crafts used were JN-4 Curtis bi- planes. Prior to seeing action in the war zones of France, a final instructional period was spent at Stamford, England. It was there that Milton and Philip Milton Pegg (left) of Greenwood and Philip Corps, stationed in France. The two were reunited Townsend of Knaresborough, Yorkshire, last weekend along with Dr. Vernon Hoskins of England, recall the days of World War I when they Newmarket, an observer in Mr. Pegg's RE-8 bi- were pilots in No. 12 squadron of the Royal Flying plane. ---Jim Thomas. met. They were then posted to the same unit, No. 12 Squadron Artillery and Infantry Co- operation, it was called, a division of the Royal Flying Corps that, in 1918, became the Royal Air Force. Any close calls? they were asked. "Too numerous to men- tion," said Philip. He was shot down the very last day of the war by enemy machine gun fire. The RE-8's they handled, were not a fast plane but quite manoeuverable, Milton said. They operated singly, searching out German gun placements. Because of low altitude flying, they were easy targets. At the conclusion of the conflict, Milton was released from the squadron in March. Philip stayed on until July. Mr. Townsend later enlisted in World War II, being only nineteen when the first War ended. Philip and wife Maisie wanted to come to Canada to attend the Wartime Pilots' Reunion at Winnipeg last month. Out of the more than 4,000 in attendance, only thir- teen were veterans of World War I. The event not only marked the 40th anniversary of the Battle of Britain but the 60th anniversary of the R.A.F. Previously, they were here in 1944 and in 1976. They hope to come back again in 1985. Milton and Philip spent several enjoyable hours talking over old times and leafing through photograph albums. The memories they shared are as vivid today as `yesterclRy'. Women's Institute disbands, By Alice Matravers KETTLEBY — The Kettleby branch of the Women's Institute will disband tomorrow after 70 years of work "For Home and Country" — the motto of the organization founded by Adelaide Hoodless on Feb. 19, 1897, in the Village of Stoney Creek. Now, changes in society have made the institute redundant here as other agencies take over its job of helping women. It was a personal tragedy — the death of her 18-month-old son that motivated Hoodless to found the institute. Her doctor told her the child's death could have been prevented had the baby's milk been pasteurized. This began her life-long crusade to unite rural women in the pur- suit of knowledge and mutual sup- port for the benefit of society. Safety -processed and packaged milk was the institute's first major victory. But it also achiev- ed countless other improvements, including hygienically wrapped bread and bacon packaged with- out deceiving stripes. Lobbied for change It was the Women's Institute that first sought a distinct Cana- dian flag and first lobbied for elected school trustees. Helen Rumble of the King branch of the Women's Institute said: "The institute has been ahead of its time. We are still a lit- tle bit like Adelaide Hoodless." The Kettleby branch held its organizational meeting on Jan. 23, 1911, when 21 women met in the village temperance hall. Eighteen of those present joined and the February meeting was held at the home of ArvilIa Ham- bleton. Her niece Ruth Maginn related the details, noting that Mrs. Levi Watson was the first president and Mary Elliott was secretary -treasurer. Kettleby history is the specialty of Maginn, a life member of the institute. For 25 years it has been her responsibility to keep the history of the Kettleby branch. Identity threatened Lady Susan Tweedsmuir, wife of a former Governor-General, suggested the keeping of histori- cal records in each branch, as she feared small villages and towns in Canada were losing their identity. Helen Rumble, former provin- cial board member for the area, said "I can still see her (Lady Tweedsmuir) at our 1938 area convention in Toronto Royal York lintel. She walked in with her party wearing a long wine velvet dress and wine velvet hat — a very gracious lady." The Women's Institutes spread from Canada to Britain and then became an association of country women throughout the world, Rumble said. Now she is the one who goes to conferences as far off as Australia and Nairobi. Recent projects in- clude work to prevent infant blindness caused by poor nutri- tion. Rumble has just returned from Germany and will visit Vancou- ver in 1983. There are 8,000 branches in the world, she said, and it all started with Adelaide Yoodless. Maginn has been hard at work aging the Kettleby history up ate for display tomorrow at nal meeting and 70th anni- Kettleby historian: Ruth Maginn keeps the archives for the dis- banding Kettleby branch of the Women's Institute. The photo- graph below shows Kettleby as it was about 70 years ago. versary celebration at York Pines United Church. The book — at least two inches thick — will later be microfilmed by the Department of Agricul- ture, then turned over to the King Township Historical Society. Maginn recalled afternoon meetings in years gone by when rural women came with their children and babies. Rural youngsters grew up at- tending Women's Institute meet- ings, she said, and it's not uncom- mon to find three generations of a family all life members of a branch. Frances Hunt, current presi- dent of the Kettleby branch, is the granddaughter of one of the founding members, Minnie Wal- ton. But society changes, lifestyles evolve and, as former president Barb Marrow noted, "This branch, which used to serve a really viable purpose, is not need- ed." "No one wants to take office," she explained. "Needs are being met by other agencies today." There are only about 12 or 14 members of the Kettleby Institute now, but tomorrow's party — by invitation only — will include all former members and recall a time when home, church and the Women's Institute rounded out rural life for women. Whenever need existed in the community, the institute was there. It was the rural woman's answer to loneliness and isolation and the platform from which she battled injustice and ignorance. Ontario Heart Foundation The Ontario Heart Foundation and the Heart Foundations of Canada, combine their resources to bring all Ontario residents the benefits of medical research. It is the Foundation's responsibility to develop and sustain a continuing program of medical research within the broad fields of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease at University medical centres and teaching hospitals. In Ontario, 272 research projects are being supported. They are located in Windsor, London, Toronto, Hamilton, Kingston and Ottawa. The Medical Committee of the Foundation is responsible for screening research applicat- ions, evaluating projects and funding. Heart and stroke research must be translated into human behaviour. In order to reduce risk factors and help people alter their lifestyles, many educational methods are em- ployed. Films, literature and speakers are available free of charge. Valuable community programs are being developed to support people through the process of lifestyle change. It is hoped that pre -hospital deaths due to heart attacks will be decreased by public awareness of their signals and actions and knowledge in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Information about CPR is available throughout the Province from Instructors listed with the Foundation. Much of the research and education work of the Foundation is supported by "In Memoriam" contributions. These gifts pay thoughtful tribute to the memory of a relative, friend or business associate and serve the living by aiding the scientific crusade against heart disease and stroke. Heart Research Anywhere Helps Hearts Everywhere Canadian Heart Fund Pickering Chapter Mrs. Margaret Pugh Campaign Chairman 551/2 Cameron St. PICKERING, Ontario 6 THE TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, NOV. 13, 1980 ION "reenwood girl bo *I By JIM IRVING GREENWOOD — The sheer resoluteness and courage of the human being has never been better exemplified of late than in the action of Terry Fox, as he hopped, skipped and ran across the highways of Canada on his Marathon of Hope. With each step taken by the one -legged cancer victim, the word, "handicap," became less a frightening thing; the acceptance of those so afflicted as being just as capable of fitting in with the world around them as the rest of us, that much easier. When a re -occurrence of the disease caused Fox to end his journey, just half -way short of his goal, so forceful had been his performance the feeling was that he would be back before long; how could you keep such a good man down? Closer to home, that same indomitability of spirit and refusal to look upon her affliction as anything more than part of the awkwardness of childhood, is being displayed daily by Denise Swedlo, two -and -a -half - year -old daughter of Brenda and Earl Swedlo, of Greenwood. In fact, it is probably being presumptuous to say that she even preceives anything like awk- wardness in her movements, as she shows a visitor how her newly - fitted artificial right arm works, or passes a plate of cookies to him, the plate cradled in her all - but thumbless left hand. For, earlier this summer, Denise lost her right arm, just below the elbow, and part of her left hand in an accident on the farm. Attempts to sew the arm back on at Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, were un- successful, and Denise is now learning to live with its loss, and subsequent artificial replacement. Both she is doing with amazing matter of fact- ness. Once apparently when an aunt asked her why she was taking so long in doing something, Denise replied: "Well, I only have one hand." She is just learning to manipulate her new arm, which whe wears with the aid of a harness around her neck and shoulders. And, although it is sometimes painful and hot, she would rather be with it, than without. She even protested one time that her grand- mother, Mrs. Doreen Middleton, wouldn't let her wear it, her mother Brenda, said, after Mrs. Middleton had decided it was best it shouldn't be attached at that par- ticular moment. Although Denise is inclined to use her left hand first and foremost, Mrs. Swedlo said they encourage her to use her new limb, which she does "if we ask her. It's still not a natural part of her." Until that time the new arm feels more a natural part of her, Denise is given constant reminders by her mother and grandmother, and other members of the family, the arm is to be used and is to be relied on with the same kind of positiveness as her natural one. It is that practical attitude, combined with their innate compassion that no doubt helps make the transition all that less the nightmare it could so easily be for their pretty, blue-eyed, blonde and sprightly charge. From the time she was first carried in from the fields, bleeding and still conscious, to the time she was finally released from the hospital and settled back home, Denise's mother and/or grandmother have been by her side. And since that time, they, along with her father, grand- father and four uncles - although there to help when she needs it - have tried to see Denise goes about her way, just as she did before the accident. As a result, she feeds herself, helps with the of courage says, "makes everyone else feel happy as well." Self pity is something she seems incapable of, and one leaves, ironically enough, feeling that much better for having seen her and partaking of the warm and loving en- vironment that surrounds her. The Marathon of dishes, rides her tricycle, draws on the blackboard, plays with her doll house, to say nothing of passing out cookies to those around tier. She even worked away at her mother's loom when it was left unattended for a few minutes one day. "She's always been independent," said Mrs. Swedlo. She always wants to do it all herself." As if to back up her mother's statement, Denise says: "Let me do it," as her grandmother turns the handle on the door of the kitchen stove. However, she's also been informed such areas are taboo, where's she's concerned, and she doesn't insist. Denise Swedlo is as bright as she is brave; she even exudes a hap- piness that, as her, mother Hope continues. Only this time, it': Denise Swedlo showint the way. ZAJ F ash Show popular By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — The Christian Education building was filled to capacity on Friday night for the spring fashion show, when Anne Gifford of the Welsh Dresser Shop, and Diane Dramaj of the Kiddies Grow Clothes, showed their beatiful new styles for women and children. Greenwood adult models: Nancy Hoar, Mary Lou Logeman, Pat Pegg, Liz Codling and Betty Pegg. Greenwood children models: Jocelyn Snowdon, Jason Pascoe and Heather Holmes. The Adult Club will meet at the home of Alfred and Barbara Pegg, Feb. 14 at 8 p.m., for a Game Night. The annual meeting of the stewards will be held Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m., in Greenwood United Church. The 4-H Homemaking Club held its first meeting of the year on Mon- day night. The title of this unit is: "Which Came First, The Chicken Or The Egg?" Leaders are: Janet McTaggart and Nancy Hoar. George Martin recently returned from a business trip to Finland. � Greenwood musician Plays for star By MILDRED McTAGGART GREENWOOD — Mr. and Mrs. Pat Riccio of the 5th Concession are in Ottawa this week where Pat and his band will accompany singer Anne Murray at a reception in honor of United States President Ronald Reagan's visit to the Capital. On the occasion of her birthday, Pat Beach was honored by her family at the Crock and Block Restaurant, Oshawa, March 5. Congratulations to Mrs. Rose Cole of Whitby on the occasion of her 88th birthday, March 5. Mrs. Cole was the guest of honor at a party hosted by son Nelson and family, Saturday, in Greenwood. Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Hicks recently returned from a two -week vacation in Florida. The Adult Club will hold a Games Night, March 14, at the home of Bill and Mary Lennox. Congratulations to Tim Talbot on placing third in public speaking competitions, Town of Pickering, held at Claremont. Tim, a Grade 6 student at Valley View School, spoke on the subject of "Fishing". Three-way stop signs have been erected at the intersection of Westney Road and Conc. 6, making it a much safer corner for motorists. Susan Shewan is home from White Horse, The Yukon. Mr. and Mrs. George Shewan have sold their home on Old Greenwood Road. They will be moving to Siloam in May. Kenn and Michael Brooks attended a Scout and Cub Training Course on the weekend at Woodland Trails in Whitchurch - Stouffville. Circle the date of Sunday, April 5 for the Oyster Supper at Greenwood United Church. Tickets at $5.50 adults and $2.50 children are available from Doug Morden (638-6217). Sit- tings are at 4:15; 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Wray Pascoe returned home Friday from a winter holiday with her parents in Florida. Stream becomes a river K 4 Unusually mild _weather during the flows west of Claremont. Because the snow past couple of weeks h,as transformed has melted gradually, no severe flooding trickling streams into raging torrents. An problems have been reported. example is a branch of Duffin Creek that —Jim Holt. Red-headed woodpecker keeps a luncheon date at backyard feeder The adult red-headed woodpecker has several look-alikes but there's no variation between male and female. This picturqaO"''�' knowledgeable bird -watchers will recognize this friendly fellow taken by Betty Pegg, R.R. 2, Claremont, at the r4.;ar of the ,W*Xos (or is it a lady?) as "the real thing." As far as color's cor- -; ned, on Westney Road, Pickering. ti C; F T id ._ CFTO•TV LIMITED R O? '.1I !f 1N "n" TORONTO, j�.IAI tf' A 2Mq P, Iq-2000 August 19, 1983 RESIDENTS OF GREENWOOD Dear Residents, On Monday, August 22 and Tuesday, August 23, 1983, we will be taping part of Episode #516 of THE LITTLEST HOBO, "Indian Summer", in your area. MONDAY: From 7 a.m, to approximately 10 a.m. we will be using the road into Greenwood (near the bridge) and Greenwood Road itself to do some travelling shots. We do not want to inconvenience you, but taping a T.V. series is not an easy task, so we are asking for your kind cooperation. There will be times when we will need traffic control (aided by the Durham Police Force), and this may cause you a two - minute delay while travelling in the above areas. For the duration of our taping, we will be in the Pickering Museum Village. Many thanks and our apologies for any delays that may be yeFu�ey Locas Manager THE LITTLEST HOBO so Rare snowy owl makes winter home in Whitchurch-Stouffville The snowy owl is not common to this area. These beautiful then west of Hwy. 48 near Ringwood. Betty Pegg Claremont, RR birds, boasting a wingspread of over four feet, frequent the polar 2, a skilled wildlife photographer, took this picture, one of many regions.�,n or"asions, lic wever, a few will travel south. in a treasured cmllection. Recently, cane was seen near Stouffville, fh,st south of town and Y The recent sightings of several snowy owls in this area, especially on the new golf course near Ringwood has again pro- duced erroneous reports on the weights of these Arctic visitors. And while these big white owls are amongst the largest and most powerful of the North American owls, like all large birds of prey their weight can be deceiving. To the average person seeing a snowy owl drift overhead or observing it perched on a low hummock midst the vast acreage of winter landscape, a weight of 15 to 20 pounds or even more comes to mind. However during a periodic invasion of these ghostly predators in the winter of 1964-65, we had a chance to find out for sure just how much they did weigh. At that time an almost pure white snowy owl had been brought in with a broken wing. After the initial operation during which the bone was set and the wing immobilized, this mature specimen was placed in a large warm cage to facilitate recovery. During this period and just prior to its release, we were able to slip a set of bathroom scales in the cage bottom. Later with a bit of patient manoeuvering we succeeded in getting the owl in a position atop the scales to take some fairly accurate readings. Well much to our surprise the beautiful round -headed creature with the big yellow eyes weighed in at just under 6 pounds. True he may have lost some weight during the initial stages of its injury but his appetite told us he was responding well and would soon be an owl on the prowl again. Armed with this new found data, we began checking the records not only on snowy owls but on the other large flying predators as well. And while snowy owls measure over two feet from beak to tail, their 4 foot wingspread makes them appear much larger than this. The fact is, that the biggest snowy owls yet found with all their fluffiness weigh not much more than 7 or 8 pounds. Not wishing to detract anything from stories about the feats of huge birds that have SnOWYOWIS no 1keavywei9,_____ circulated since the tale of Sinbad the Sailor, here are a few more facts for thought on bird weights and measures. Unlike the Sinbad story, our modern day feathered creatures fall far short of superhuman feats and in reality can lift little more than the equivalent of their own weight. The California Condor the largest wing spanned North American bird (10 ft) weighs in the neighbourhood of 20 pounds. The huge golden and bald eagles are the next largest tipping the scales at only 12 to 14 pounds. And although they have been known to take animals up to the size of a small lamb (by lifting off into the wind) most of the larger kill stories originate when eagles are seen feeding on the carcasses of deer and other big game which they discovered already dead. Closer to our own realm of observation are the ospreys or fish hawks. These high divers soar around on wings just under 6 feet, yet incredible as it may seem, their total weight is under 4 pounds. The big red-tailed hawks we see in this area, have a wingspan of 4% feet, yet weigh only about three pounds. And the great horned owl compares somewhat with the snowy except that its ear tufts give it an even larger look. So use these figures as a guide when you see any of these large birds about. Under certain light con- ditions and surroundings they may appear larger than they really are, but even fisher- men have this trouble when describing the big one that was seen but got away. Size of the snowy owl is often deceiving C�3 V1� Oyster b.. On the Municipal Scene by Norah Stoner - No shortage of heroes There's no shortage of heroes in Pickering. The special people who get involved in other people's lives when it's necessary. People like P.C.Archie McKinnon of the Durham Police takes a special interest in some of the seniors in our Town. His vigilance enables them to stay in their own homes living the independent lifestyle that is so important to them. People like off -duty Pickering Fireman Jack Drinkwater who made a valiant effort to save the life of a car crash victim. A recent accident involving a member of my family brought me a sharper awareness of heroes and heroines. My aunt's life was saved by the combined efforts of the Durham Regional Police and two resid- ents of Greenwood. Evelyn Disney and Douglas McKean, an off -duty Metropolitan Toronto Policeman, prevent my aunt from drowning in her own blood until the police arrived. Swift response on their part and the speedy arrangements for a helicopter ambulance made sure that she received medical help as soon as possible. Other heroes of our community are those who man the P.A.R.U. (Pickering -Ajax Rescue Unit) cutter. Their rescue work resulted in four lives being saved in 1980. They assisted seven boats and towed another twenty. These 60 volunteers logged 522 hours and completed 94 patrols under the guidance of Commadore G.Keith Warner and Searchmaster, Captain John Hanbidge. We all owe a great debt to these people and the many other heroes and heroines of our community. Thank you. supper By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — Greenwood United Church has become famous for its oyster suppers. The date this year is Sunday, April 5 with sittings at 4:15; 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5.50 adults and $2.50 for children. They're available by calling Doug Morden at 683-6217. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Pegg and family of Oshawa were guests on Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Pegg. Greenwood Scouts, Cubs and Brownies, accompanied by their parents, enjoyed a pot- luck supper at the church, Sunday evening. Later, a Baden-Powell film was shown. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Morden recently returned from a two -week trip to Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Talbot were dinner guests; Saturday, with Mr. and Mrs. Bill Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Brooks, Michael and Ted, and Mrs. Pearl Brooks, travelled to London, Sunday, to spend part of the day with Rosalie, a student at university there. The occasion was in honor of Rosalie's birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Bob McTaggart, Karen and Kristie of Markham; Mr. and Mrs. Brian Mc - Taggart and Adam of Seagrave and Lisa Mc - Taggart of Greenwood, enjoyed dinner, Sunday evening, with Mildred McTaggart. The general meeting of the U.C.W. was held March 16 with Mrs. Herb Middleton in the chair. Three new members were in attendance - Margaret Talbot, Ruth Petty and Mrs. Tenant. Mrs. Pearl Brooks led the worship and program. An Irish singsong followed. The recent sightings of several snowy owls in this area, especially on the new golf course near Ringwood has again pro- duced erroneous reports on the weights of these Arctic visitors. And while these big white owls are amongst the largest and most powerful of the North American owls, like all large birds of prey their weight can be deceiving. To the average person seeing a snowy owl drift overhead or observing it perched on a low hummock midst the vast acreage of winter landscape, a weight of 15 to 20 pounds or even more comes to mind. However during a periodic invasion of these ghostly predators in the winter of 1964-65, we - had a chance to find out for sure just how much they did weigh. At that time an almost pure white snowy owl had been brought in with a broken wing. After the initial operation during which the bone was set and the wing immobilized, this mature specimen was placed in a large warm cage to facilitate recovery. During this period and just prior to its release, we were able to slip a set of bathroom scales in the cage bottom. Later with a bit of patient manoeuvering we succeeded in getting the owl in a position atop the scales to take some fairly accurate readings. Well much to our surprise the beautiful round -headed creature with the big yellow eyes weighed in at just under 6 pounds. True he may have lost some weight during the initial stages of its injury but his appetite told us he was responding well and would soon be an owl on the prowl again. Armed with this new found data, we began checking the records not only on snowy owls but on the other large flying predators as well. And while snowy owls measure over two feet from beak to tail, their 4 foot wingspread makes them appear much larger than this. The fact is, that the biggest snowy .owls yet found with all their fluffiness weigh not much more than 7 or 8 pounds. Not wishing to detract anything from stories about the feats of huge birds that have Snowyowls circulated since the tale of Sinbad the Sailor, here are a few more facts for thought on bird weights and measures. Unlike the Sinbad story, our modern day feathered creatures fall far short of superhuman feats and in reality can lift little more than the equivalent of their own weight. The California Condor the largest wing spanned North American bird (10 f0 weighs in the neighbourhood of 20 pounds. The huge golden and bald eagles are the next largest tipping the scales at only 12 to 14 pounds. And although they have been known to take animals up to the size of a small lamb (by lifting off into the wind) most of the larger kill stories originate when eagles are seen feeding on the carcasses of deer and other big game which they discovered already dead. Closer to our own realm of observation are the ospreys or fish hawks. These high divers soar around on wings just under 6 feet, yet incredible as it may seem, their total weight is under 4 pounds. The big red-tailed hawks we see in this area, have a wingspan of 41/2 feet, yet weigh only about three pounds. And the great horned owl compares somewhat with the snowy except that its ear tufts give it an even larger look. So use these figures as a guide when you see any of these large birds about. Under certain light con- ditions and surroundings they may appear larger than they really are, but even fisher- men have this trouble when describing the big one that was seen but got away. 0 no heavywei_-- �l .Sin of tale onow_owl is often deceiving (3 Average human life 31 years len '8 6 SCRAPBOOK — From the Picker- ing News of Friday, February 19, 1886. CLAREMONT — Mr. Thomas Gibbons opened out a flour and feed store adjoining Mr. Dowswell's carriage shop. CHERRYWOOD — Mr. Casper Stotts slipped on the ice and dis- located his shoulder. OSHAWA — Messrs. C.Law and Reuben Hamlin left for British Col- umbia ... The differences between the Malleable Iron Co. and their men were amicably settled, though only a portion of the men would be employed for any length of time... Coulin's butcher shop was entered by thieves and over 100 lbs. of meat was stolen. SCARBOROUGH — In a rifle shoot- ing match at Leslie's hotel at the Junction between a picked team of fourteen men, Markham defeated Scarborough by two points. The men fired seven shots each on IUU ana 200 yard ranges. G U EEN D — Ice jams in the ricint y were called extraordinary. Great cakes covered the road and local pathways were under consider- able amounts of water. Passage was hazardous. Many basements were flooded in what old-timers called the worst flooding in memory. DUNBARTON — The local Pres- byterians decided to construct on new church, in place of the old structure. The start was scheduled for the first breath of spring. THE FLOOD — The planning mill looked like an island in the sea. James Shepherd's residence was almost totally submerged. The family was moved via rowboat to terra firma. Uptown many cellars were damaged. A Mr. Dale took out two tubs (one foot in each)and attempted to get "the lay of the land" in a flooded area. He quit soon after, leavin¢ the Research done by Steve 5almaniw sailing to driftwood. People were out trying to locate the roadways, which looked like miniature lakes. The bridge remained but just barely. Men watched the dam at Spink's Mill all night long in case of emerg- ency. Many wooden sidewalks were washed away. SOLD — A Vermont man sold his wife for $6. This, however, in no way threw any light on the question of woman's inferiority to man. It was claimed that the woman probably wouldn't have gotten 6 cents for the man! PICKERING COUNCIL — A grand total of 108 men were named as overseers of local highways in a meeting of council in Brougham... Twenty people were appointed Pound - keepers and 21 were chosen to Fence - Viewers. SOME USEFUL FACTS — A cubit is two feet ... A pace is three feet.. A span is 10 abd 7/8 inches ... A palm is three inches ... There are 2,750 languages... Oats, 35 pounds per bushel... Bran, 35 pounds per bushel... A day's journey is 33 and 1/8 miles... Barley, 48 pounds per bushel ... Two persons die every second... Sound moves 743 miles per hour ... A square mile contains 640 acres ... A storm blows 36 miles per hour... Buckwheat, 52 pounds per bushel... Coarse salt, 85 pounds per bushel ... A tub of butter weighs 84 pounds ... The aver- age human life is 31 years ... A barrel of rice weighs 600 pounds ... A hand (horse measure) is four inches... A rifle ball moves 1,000 miles per hour... corn, rye and flax, 26 pounds per bushel ... My how times change! -4, Youth learning that the disabled aren't strange By ERIN HANRATTY DURHAM - Disability lies more in the mind of the beholder than in the disabled themselves. The Ontario March of Dimes, Durham region branch, has initiated a new program designed to promote a more positive attitude among young people concerning the disabled. Disability Awareness Project 1981 will be taken into elementary and secondary schools, both public and separate, throughout Durham region, explains Carolyn Lawson, community development worker for the area. The project, which got underway in February, will run until June, break for the summer, and continue from September through to December. There's a common misconception on the part of children that to be disabled means to be confined to a wheelchair, Lawson says. The term disability of course, encompasses far more than that narrow definition. Through a variety of techniques including the use of films, role-playing and question- 1nd-answer sessions, the )roject will attempt to broaden stuents' horizons about the disabled. In role-playing, for example, Lawson ex- plains, a child might be blindfolded, then asked to find her way around an obtacle course. The idea behind a demonstration such as this is to give the child some sense of how it feels to be blind, if only temporarily. But in order to get in- formation across, "the question and answer sessions are what we're focussing in on," Lawson explains. Some. of the presen- tations, particularly those in larger schools, will be assembly -style while others will be held for individual classes. Lawson says it's up to the schools to decide on the format, depending on the time and space they have available. Four people with dif- ferent disabilities are also actively involved in the project: a blind woman, a post -polio victim, a parapregic in a wheelchair and a young woman with cerebral palsy. To date, 35 schools have participated in the March of Dimes project. Student reaction? "Superb, really," Lawson comments. "It's been exciting to see the response of the children to the disabled. They have so many unanswered gdestions, once they get some general miscon- ceptions out of the way. `Do you sleep in your wheelchair?' and `How do you get dressed?' children want to know. They're eager to learn all they can." Lawson says her organization is holding an average of 20 to 25 presentations a week. "We're trying to hit as many schools as possible." Disability awareness programs are already booked well into April and May, Lawson adds, so interested schools should put in their requests soon. For more information, contact Calvin Struthers, project Co-ordinator, at 579-4173, or write to him at the Civic Auditorium, 141 Thornton Rd. South, Oshawa_ L1J 5Y1. March of Dimes is appealing to young people DURHAM - The Ontario March of Dimes is asking Ontario schools to take a walk, an imaginary- walk across the province. The organization's goal for "The Great Line of Dimes" is 2,240,000 dimes, each dime representing one metre of the total distance from Cornwall to Kenora. This fund-raising technique is one that was used during the early days of the organization, spokes- woman Carolyn Lawson says. "The Great Line of Dimes" will take the form of a competition, one for elementary schools and one for high schools. The Ontario March of Dimes will be presenting awards to the schools which raise the greatest amount of money and com- mendations to all those participating. The competition closes at the end of April. "Kids are seeking a tangible way to show TURN TO PAGE F14 WHITCHURCH—STOUFFVILLE, APRIL 2, 1981 Photographers hidden camera 'catches' shy fox Few people ever see a red fox this close let alone have time to take its picture. Betty Pegg of RR 2, Claremont, spotted 'Reddy' in a field and promptly 'shot him' with her camera from the road. It's only one of many wildlife photos Betty's taken over the years. Students from Oshawa's Duke of Edinburgh School recently toured the ULUUA rurpie Woods sugar bush, to witness first hand the production of maple syrup and sugar. They answered questions posed by tour guide Donna Griffin, tasted the raw sap and examined the iron kettles used by pioneers. photos by B.G. Nidd,ie THE NEWS ADVERTISER, MARCH 25, 1981—PAGE 47 Time again for maple sugar tours at Purple Woods BY CARLENE KIRBY DURAHM - When the weather warms for spring and the sap begins to run at Purple Woods Con- servation Area near Raglan, we can see how far the production of maple syrup has come from its accidental discovery by a young Indian. The story goes that a brave threw his tomahawk into a maple tree and discovered a sweet liquid running down the trunk. The tribe started to collect this liquid by forming a v-shaped wound in the tree and inserting a sumac spile, which directed the liquid into a birch container. The sap was placed in a Tree -tapping time By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — The maple syrup season started earlier this year for Alan Clark of Greenwood. Alan tapped 400 trees in his hardwood bush on Feb. 22. He claims the yield has been average. He was still boiling down last weekend, the sap coming from the trees through a network of pipes to his modern stainless steel evaporator. Although modern equipment does away with much of the hard labor, a constant watch must be main- tained. Guests with Mr. and Mrs. Don McLean, Saturday, were Mrs. Cameron McLean and Mr. and Mrs. Morrow of Toronto. On Sunday, they were pleased to visit with their grandson, Brian McLean of Scarborough. Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Wismer of Toronto, were guests of Mildred Mc - Taggart, on Saturday. hollowed -out tree trunk, which obviously could not be placed over an open flame, and hot rocks were dropped into the sap. The early pioneers picked up on this idea and -- because the tomahawk marks were harmful to .he trees -- drilled holes using a brace and bit. These settlers then fashioned metal spiles with hooks on which they hung buckets to collect the liquid. The sap was boiled in open iron kettles over large fires. Today, an intricate weaving of plastic tubing winds through the trees, carrying the sap from the 100-year-old maples to a larger tubing which carries it to the sugar shack. This saves a lot of time and energy, as people do not have to walk through the woods gathering and emptying the buckets of sap. A maple tree must be 40 years old before one can consider tapping it. At the shack, the sap is collected in storage tanks and pumped to the evaporator as needed. A float tank keeps the level of sap under control as the concentration of sugar builds up and the water evaporates. As the sap loses water and becomes syrup, it moves from one tank to another until it reaches the final, third pan. Once the boiling has finished, the sap has changed color, smells good, and is tasty when cool. This is maple syrup. The finished maple syrup is strained through a filter to remove any dirt or grit and then bottled. A government -supplied colorimeter is used to oade the svruU, o---- This device holds four bottles and has room for a fifth. The bottles contain different grades of syrup - - No. 1 extra light, No. 1 light, No. 1 medium, and No. 2 amber. By placing a bottle of Purple Woods syrup in the device bet- ween any two bottles to match the color, the grade can be established. Also produced at the local conservation area is maple butter, and maple sugar is molded into shapes. Now that production has begun, local groups and school classes are invited to tour the woods and observe the production of maple syrup. Tours are being con- ducted at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. throughout the March break and for the next three weekends, winding up with a Pan- cake Weekend on April 4 and 5. For more information, call the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority at 579-0411. `�7 Durham Region Health rules unreasonable' Dear Mr. Thomas: Dr. Ted Watt of the Durham Health Unit is in the headlines again. One has to wonder what he'll do for encores once he's through with `motherhood' topics like church dinners and fall fairs. Maybe he'll try to ban breast-feeding! I'm not saying all food -handling projects at country fairs are 100 per cent sanitary but I've never heard of anyone dying from ptomaine poisoning. Rules and regulations are fine but the ap- plication and enforcing of such must be reasonable. In my opinion, Dr. Watt is being very unreasonable. Would you believe it, but you can't buy a piece of cream or pumpkin pie at a country fair in Durham Region any more? Regulations you know! It would appear to me that Dr. Watt enjoys controversy. If `rubbing people the wrong way' boosts his ego, perhaps he should first consider the problems he's creating and worse, the money he's costing organizations that can least afford it. Rather than con- centrate his efforts on temporary food distribution sites (Jr. Farmer's booth etc.), let him look a little closer at restaurants and snack bars that handle food on a permanent basis. Some are filthy by comparison. Thanks for allowing me to speak my piece. Sincerely, Wesley Tayor, R.R. 1, Brooklin. For Terry Fox Vigil of Hope STOUFFVILLE — much is evil," he said. Lighted candles Rev. Ted Creen of St. dissipated the darkness James Presbyterian as close to 200 attended a Church, described as vigil for Terry Fox in "incredible", the ac- Stouffville's Town complishments of Terry Square, Friday night. Fox. "He' lifted us up Adults, young people beyond ourselves," he and children stood in said. Rev. Murray Steacy silence as Rev. Philip of Stouffville Pentecostal Poole of Christ Anglican Church also participated Church recalled how in the service. Terry, in his Marathon of The candle, said Rev. Hope, had won over the Poole, represents a light hearts of Canadians coast in the midst of darkness; to coast. "Somehow," he hope in a world filled with said, "despite our despair — a symbol of political differences and Warmth and love. our geographical distances, Terry Fox did what only the great in the history of mankind have been able to do — unite the people". "He represented all that is good in a world where RejectDurham's subsidy appeal on police budget DURHAM REGION — The province has rejected an appeal by Durham Region's chairman Gary Herrema for a subsidy payment to offset a $16.7 million police budget. Police costs for 1981 are $2.5 million over last year's figure and $173,000 over council - authorized limits. Herrema's discussions were with John Hilton, Ontario's deputy solicitor -general. The only recourse now, he said, would be to appeal directly to Inter -governmental Affairs Minister Tom Wells and ask for equalization for property owners in the region. Herrema pointed out that regional council might be forced to cut back on the police budget to ensure that property owners do not face a big increase in taxes to cover this expense. Queen's Park's stand on the Durham request is the same taken on an appeal by the Region of Niagara. Herrema indicated that raises negotiated by the Com- mission for its uniformed of- ficers played a part in the record budget. As of Jan. 1, 1982, a first class constable will earn $29,800. Students display By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — Parents visited Valleyview School, Thursday, to see the students' Science Fair displays. Winners: Grade 8, Caroline Smith and Alison Gilmour; Brenda Watson; Susan Pegg and Debby Waltham. Grade 7 - Irene Hirlehey Shawna Foxton; Kevin Hicks and Bill Aukland; Marty Kirk; Hon. Mention, Jennifer Alma and Cathy Howie. Grade 6 - Michelle Grainger and Beth Bendle; Ted Brooks; Liisa Christianson; Grade 5 - David Waltham; Andrew Rothnie; Tanja Wolpert and Joanne Milne. Sixty members of the Pickering Naturalists enjoyed a walk through THE TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 1981 19 science exhl*bl*ts,-/ Claremont Conservation area in search of wild spring flowers, April 4. After their hike, they were treated to pancakes and maple syrup at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edgerton Pegg. Sympathy of the community is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Lamers at the Claremont Con- servation area in the loss of their son, Gary, Saturday, April 4. Funeral service was held April 7 at St. Bernadette's Church, Ajax. The Shuttlebug Weavers are presenting an exhibit of hand-woven colonial bed covers at a sale of rugs and tapestries, place mats and wearables, April 23, from 2-5 p.m., and 7-9 p.m., at Greenwood Recreation Centre. Easter worship By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — The Good Friday Service for the charge will be held at Mt. Zion Church, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. The Greenwood choir will lead the music. Easter ser- vices will be held at Greenwood, April 19 at 9:45 a.m. and at Mt. Zion, 11 a.m. Mrs. Gloria Andrews has returned home to Vancouver after a short visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Jones, Mt. Zion and her sister Mrs. Ken Mc - Taggart, Greenwood. The Adult Club en- joyed roller skating at Ajax Saturday night. We need your help The Multiple Scler- osis Society of Canada is trying to eradicate one of this country's major health pro- blems. The annual carnation day fund- raising campaign makes an important contribution to find- ing a cure. To find the answers they need your help. Please help by volunt- eering a little time for carnation day May 8th and 9th. Call 968- 0765. Afterwards they met at the home of Brian and Kathy Beckett, Pickering, for refresh- ments. Ted Brooks won 1st for his photograph album; Greg Butler, second for his stamp collection and Michael McTaggart, 1st for his cactus planter arrangement at the Owasco District Hobby Show in Pickering, Saturday. Mrs. Pat Beach and Beatrice McLean at- tended the U.C.W. con- ference at Peterboro on April 7 and 8. Beatrice McLean has been taking the Sunday services at Claremont and Brougham. Guests Friday evening and Saturday with Mildred McTaggart and Mr. and Mrs. Milton Pegg were Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Pegg of Orillia. Mrs. May Tracy of Manitoulin Island visited with Marjorie Morden, Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Edgerton Pegg held a 25th Wedding An- niversary party at their home Friday evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Probst, Toronto. The forty guests were from Toronto, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Orillia. Pickering's Bay News, Wednesday, May 6, 1981.15 I'll ? Knock o n Wood!I'll never forget that fars. S April morning Navin envision ed ned poor Mrs. Simms lying broke There's something about the spring that just makes me smile in general. I don't think the kitchen floor ever see's a mop so often. People come out of hibernation. You see folk outside inspecting the back forty, who for the past four months only scurried out hidden beneath hastily donned hats and scarves. Collars clutched at their throats, they snatch the morning paper from under a snowy drift, or struggle with a couple of logs and some kindling purposely avoiding any interest in the outdoors. Spring seems so illusive in January. And come March, most won't even mention it. Why, one morning down at the general store 'round mid March a misinformed chap let slip, "Well, looks like spring could finally be here". Suddenly faces popped out of nowhere and heads whirled around carolling in unison, "SHHHH! WHATCH WHAT YOU SAY I". Yes the populace of southern Ontario was now doomed to another month of raging blizzards. Poor fool. Well, we've had the septic tank cleaned out, hauled 120 feet of pipe up the suddenly dormant well, dug up the foot of the driveway to replace a wandering drain pipe and I hung out the laundry without fleece lined gloves on. Things are looking up. But alas, Mrs. Simms has not gone on one of her gala soire's de printemps yet. She, lover of bogs, worshiper of drain fields and de- fender of anything in the final stages of rot, has yet to take off for three By Cynthia L. Mackenzie of Greenwood three years ago when n and bleeding at the side of some road, I foolishly opened the door without first checking for her return. On this, her third day of absence, I was prepared for the worst, when SWOOSH! Then the most horrifying apparition to ever disgrace my front porch shot right through my legs and up the stairs. I whirled around scaling all four stairs in one athletic leap, flew into the living room, glanced around in terror, and there, perched triumphantly like Queen Victoria in all her regal splendor was Mrs. Simms. She was covered from her little black nose to the tip fo her tail in fish scales and slime. She stunk. The whole living room stunk. She thought it was great. This must become an annual event, thought she. - sigh - Never the less, spring is a beautiful time of year. People should take the time to get out in the spring as they do on summer picnics and fall walks or winter toboggon rides. In the city, winter fades into summer with spring being only a muddy interuption. When we moved to the country I was amazed that spring really was a season all of its own. Things come alive. Tiny flowers, native only to spring, nose their way through freshly warmed earth. A beautiful rare shade of green fleetingly takes hold of the country side and the smells are gloriously invigorating. It makes one stretch out their arms and take in a deep, long breath. And of course, it's maple syrup time when the beautiful Canadian maple trees are running with liquid gold so eaquisitly sweet. It's a wonderful time of year. You know, sitting here, gazing out the window across the farmer's field out back, if I squint just the right way, I'm sure I can make out the faint outline of one Mrs. Simms making her way down to the river... - , inr, ,nlnuNR, THURSI)AY, APRIL 23, 1981 eautifu.1as er ser"ce By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — Beautiful magenta hydrangea and Easter lilies decorated the sanctuary for the Easter service. Rev. A.M. Butler's message was, "Love is Stronger Than Death." The Greenwood choir sang, "Open the Gates of the Temple." Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Tony Huleatt and Amy of Claremont; Mr. and Mrs. David Henning and family of Mont Eagle; and Rosalie Brooks and Bonnie Mowat of Western University. Does U.S. President Ronald Reagan know about this? One of the highlights of the annual tea and bake sale put on by the mothers of the grade 8 students at Valleyview School, May 2, from 24 p.m., will be a jelly bean contest. The president is known to be a great fancier of the candies. The sale will also include a lucky draw cake and a raffle for a $100 money tree. Mr. and Mrs. Don Goodwin and family; Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Goodwin, Toronto; David; and Carol of Toronto, and her fiance, were home Friday to celebrate Don's birthday. A number of fine oil paintings by members of the Green and White Crafts' painting class, are now on display at the Old Greenwood Schoolhouse Library. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Henning and family, Whitby; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Henning, Oshawa; Mr. and Mrs. David Henning, and Mrs. McLean and Beatrice McLean, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Henning, Sunday. Greg Butler was in Niagara Falls, Saturday, with the Ajax Baptist Young People. Guests for a few days with Mrs. Margaret Frew are daughter, Mrs. Douglas Hitchcock, her granddaughters of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, and her grandson, Mark, of Toronto. Guests with Mr. and Mrs. Donald Pegg, Sunday, were Mr. and Mrs. George Pegg, Stouffville. Ken Brooks, Michelle and Ted Brooks were visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Ron Hoar at their cottage near Bancroft, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Jones, Mount Zion, and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Mc - Taggart and family had dinner, Sunday, with Mildred McTaggart. Guests of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Morden, Thursday, were Mr. and Mrs. Larry Morden and Ryan of Oshawa; and Mr. and Mrs. Doug Morden, Greenwood. At 9�' µ ` aAe— � �'♦!, � mil. '4��`-' nB� �h 3'�'.p M1 IN::�M dl(Ilrw.m%, 77 .�" a Photographers hidden camera 'catches' shy fox Few people ever see a red fox this close let alone have time to afield and promptly 'shot him' with her camera f m the road. It, take its picture. Betty Pegg of RR 2, Claremont, spotted 'Reddy' in only one of many wildlife photos Betty's taken over�the years. "A 4 THE TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, MAY 7, 1981 In my opinion By NORAH STONER Councillor, Ward 3 Town of Pickering An airport not needed On the Regional Council agenda of April 29, there was a Notice of Motion moved by John DeHart of Oshawa and seconded by Alex Robertson of Pickering which requested that the Region of Durham go on record as being in support of the building of the Pickering Airport. I am at a loss to explain why such a motion exists at this time - the recent an- nouncement from Jean Luc Pepin was regarding Malton, not Pickering! IF there is ever an annoucement of an airport at Pickering then the Region should study the proposal and respond. Some people may have been misled by an article in the Pickering Bay News or a quote from Councillor Robertson in the Oshawa Times in which he stated that Pickering Council had gone on record in support of the airport. The exact opposite is true. Pickering Council has twice opposed the airport with unanimous recorded votes. Included in those who voted against an airport are Councillor Robertson, Mayor Anderson and Provincial Member and Cabinet Minister, George Ashe. The Notice of Motion caused a great stir among the citizens affected. Many of them appeared at the Region on Wed- nesday to speak in opposition to the motion only to find that they would not deal with the matter because Councillor Robertson was away on holiday. Council did decide to hear the delegations. Six of us spoke - Al Graham of Claremont, Don Givens and Isobel Thompson of Whitevale, Pam Head representing the Greenwood Ratepayers, Charles Godfrey, Chairman of People or Planes and myself as the Municipal representative for the area affected. I The most mportant fact of all is that there is no plan for an airport at Pickering so any motion now would be premature at best because they would be voting for a "pig in a poke" having no idea what the impact or implications of such a motion might be. To assume that an airport will bring industry and create jobs to Durham is to believe in Santa Claus. Both the Federal and the Provincial governments have amply displayed their inability to create or move businesses. There were many facts related to growth, industry and jobs contained in the briefs. It was pointed out that the second Montreal airport, Mirabel, is now officially called a "white elephant" and that on the 80,000 acres expropriated and serviced for that airport, the Federal Government has been unable to locate even one little in- dustry! The Federal Government is now looking at ways to return a geat deal of that land to the farmers from whom they took it _ n_the_ f. rlaep The brief from George Martin of Greenwood pointed out that Mirabel loses a million dollars a week in operating costs. Another brief pointed out that the Federal Government has just written off $450 million dollars at Mirabel and $150 million dollars at Pickering. These amounts are now part of our $80 billion dollar national debt. An airport at Pickering is estimated at between $500 million to $2 billion dollars depending upon the type of airport. A further comment from George Martin was that "there's no need for an airport ... it would not attract industrial growth, it would be extremely costly to the ultimate payer, the taxpayer and it is totally un- necessary in this era of escalating energy costs and raises the spectre of another Mirabel in North Pickering." Al Graham pointed out that the new Federal Land Use Policy is opposed to building on farmland and that had the policy been in place in 1972, the land would never have been expropriated. The policy now is to preserve food -producing lands, such as the 18,000 acres of Class 1 land in Pickering for food for the future. Don Givens, a well known planner, stated that any industrial growth is highly unlikely and that if any did take place, it would be in Scarborough and Markham - not Durham Region! Pam Head and Isobel Thompson destroyed the myth that air traffic is growing. The truth is that the airlines are actually reducing the numbers of scheduled flights. Dr. Charles Godfrey applauded the Region's intention of job creation and suggested that there was great need for Regional support for the agricultural base of the area, that we need to get those 18,900 acres back in private hands and that there is potential for such things as food processing and other agriculturally related industries. Both Mayor Anderson and Regional Councillor Gerry Fisher who also represents the area directly concerned, have assured me that they will not support the motion when it comes up again. I hope that the other members of Regional Council will follow their lead. There is no need for an airport, there is no plan for an airport and we cannot afford another white elephant. 'AGE 2, WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 1981, WFIITBY FREE PRESS Edwards calls for Pickering airport land to be retained fora ricultural r g p u poses By MICHAEL KNELL Free Press Staff Whitby Regional Coun- cillor Tom Edwards said last week that he will urge fellow members of Durham Regional Council to vote against a resolution suppor- ting the construction of the controversial Pickering Airport. At last week's meeting of regional council, Councillor John DeHart (Oshawa) tabled a motion authored by him and Pickering's Alex Robertson that calls on council to support the project. DeHart asked that the resolution be tabled because of Robertson's absence at the meeting. However, councillors heard several different delegations opposing DeHart's motion. Among those appearing were former New Democratic Durham West MPP Dr. Charles Godfrey and Pickering area coun- cillor Nora Stoner. "I'm outraged that coun- cillors DeHart and Rober- tson, who have every right in the world to bring the matter up, after publicizing it and causing concern and distress to those who live in the area did not see fit to proceed with it," Edwards said indicating that Rober- tson's absence may have been deliberate. (Under council's rules of Vf" On the Municipal Scene by Norah Stoner The airport site question At last the Town of Pickering has an opportunity to state its desires regarding the 18,000 acres of the Airport Site. There were two air- port -related resolut- ions on the Council agenda last Tuesday. The first was a resolution from Coun- cillor Cahill seconded by Councillor Robert- son calling for the building of a cargo airport. This resolut- ion lost on a recorded vote of 4 to 3 - Cahill - Yes; Byers - No; Coburn - Yes; Robert- son - Yes; Fisher - No; Stoner No; and Anderson - No. Councillor Byers put her finger on the crucial point that the motion was premat- ure at best because there are no plans for any airport. Lorne Almack, who appear- ed as a delegation,' told Council that car- go is only 3 % of the Malton traffic, that a new Cargo terminal is being built at Malton and that there are no purely cargo airports anywhere in the world. George Martin, representing the Greenwood Rate- payers, pointed out the economic folly of such a proposal and cited the example of the millions of dollars lost at Mirabel. The second resol- ution was put forward by myself and second- ed by Councillor Fisher (we of course represent the area affected). Our motion asked the Federal government to return the 18,000 acres it expropriated in 1972 to private ownership and to designate all the land which is suitable for farming as permanent agri- culture. This resolut- ion was endorsed by Council on the following recorded vote: Cahill - No; Byers - Yes; Coburn - Yes; Anderson Yes; Robertson - Yes; Fisher - Yes; and Stoner - Yes. This is the first positive step that anyone at any level has taken since 1975 when the airport was shelved. There was great support from the community and the delegations for this resolution. Many suggestions for plan- ning the area were brought forward by Lorne Almack and Don Given. They suggested that the Town should set up a committee of know- ledgeable and con- cerned individuals to do a proposal for the land to be endorsed by Council and then forwarded to the Region, the Province and the Federal government. Some of the sug- gestions for the make- up of the committee were planners, both staff and citizen; farmers and repre- sentatives of the Durham branch of the Ontario Federat- ion of Agriculture; others would include residents of the villages in and around the site; archeolog- ists to look at the development potent- ial of some of the Indian sites; experts in the field of food again processing and "agri- business". The list would hopefully be even wider than what I have outlined here. We would obviously require people with a background in econ- omics as well. An- other area of expert- ise could be heritage restorations. There is a great deal of work to be done but we are finally at the point of doing something positive. It will take a lot of work to re- build the communities and to revitalize the farms. There are many obstacles to be overcome, but now we have the opport- unity to overturn the devastation we've seen taking place since 1972. I will be bringing up the question of this committee in the near future so I would appreciate hearing your com- ments about its makeup and its mandate. Please call me either at the office at 683-2760 or at home at 683- 358Q, The ood news NEWSFR S60ol Concert Band or ALLEYVIEW P=S. B competition. GREENWOOD The Annual Sprifl"g by Robina Davis Tea which was held 2 Congratulations to on Saturday May successful. the students who were successful at the was very The tables were Oshawa Kiwanis decorated with spring Music Festival. First d teaguests Wererserand prize winners were the grade eight Cathie Howie - Flute Solo, Jennifer students. Once again Sprately . Clarinet the generosity of the Solo, Cathie Howie, parents and friends of Alison Gilmour & the school provided Bake Jennifer Alma - Wood for a splendid wind Trio. Other Table. prizes were won by - St.George's Angli- Jennifer Alma, Mark can Church, Pickering Calladine, Tina Village's Spring Luciano, Cathy Howie Festival at Parish Alison Gilmour, Hall, Randall Street, Shelly Snowdon, Saturday May 91 Caroline Smith, Tim 1981. 11:00 a.m. to Alma and Danny Fisher. The School 4:00 p.m. Box Plant Sale, Band placed second in Sale, Bake Barbequed Hot Dogs, the Elementary Hot and Cold Drinks. Special Mother's lG DayY� By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD Mother's Day was an occasion this mother won't soon forget. On Sunday, my sons, daughters-in-law and grandchildren visited my home, rolled up their sleeves and went to work. They sliced several old boards and posts into fire- wood; tidied the storage shed; removed and cleaned the storm win- dows and installed a new tap in the bathroom. A buffet supper then followed that was enjoyed by everyone. Emma Butler, mother of our pastor, Rev. UM Bultler, is recovering from surgery in Ajax -Pickering Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Pegg, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Pegg and Edward Pegg, all of Greenwood, and Mr. and Mrs. Ken Dallin of Whitby, enjoyed dinner, Sunday, at the home of.Mr. and Mrs. Joe Pegg and family, Oshawa. "What Makes Love Grow" was the theme of Christian Family Sunday service in Greenwood United Church, presented by the Sunday School. Each lady in the _congregation was presented with a corsage. Participants included — Greg Butler, Tim and Emma Talbot, Tammy Lee, Jennifer Morden, Lisa Michael, Tammy McTaggart, Robert and Bill Petty, Chris McKean, Kelly and Robyn Raeburn, Denise Swedlo and Susan Pegg. Sunday School leaders are — Janet McTaggart and Brenda Swedlo. mrs. r:tnei Hallam of Stoney Creek was a weekend guest at he home of Mr. and Mrs. Doug Morden. Don McLean is feeling much better following recent surgery. He and his wife enjoyed dinner, Sunday with their son Jack and his wife in Scarborough. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Pascoe were treated to dinner, Sunday by their son and daughter-in-law, Lloyd and Helen Pascoe of Port Perry. Pickering `safe place' TORONTO — "The safest place to work - or not to work" - is the Pickering nuclear plant, Hugh Macaulay, chair- man of Ontario Hydro, said last week. Macaulay was ad- dressing a luncheon meeting of Hydro officials and area weekly newspaper editors. His reply followed several queries throughout the session, by a Pickering editor, as to the over-all safety of the plant, and its ability to handle an emergency. In his first question, the editor referred to a recent incident at the station where a steam release valve stuck. "If you couldn't handle that, what are you going to do in a serious situation?" he asked. "What if there was an emergency in the Ajax- PickeringOshawa area?" He was informed by one spokesman that steps had since been taken to correct an incident such as the one with the valve, occuring again. Also, a simulated accident exercise had been carried out, in which the media was immediately in- formed, and bulletins were issued of possible pollution threats. Instructions were given to people as to what measures to take, such as staying indoors, and others. Chairman Macaulay said that civil control was the responsibility of the solicitor -general's department and Department of Labor. "Beyond that, it's the responsibility of the Ontario government. Hydro's responsibilities are operating the plant, or stopping it, if there's an emergency." Macaulay said the leakage in the nuclear plant last year at Three - Mile Island in Penn- sylvania, which caused considerable concern and which is still a matter of future concern, "was the fault of the people there to develop rapid com- munication." and get word to those in the area. "Before Three -Mile Island, there was a lot of complacency," he said. "If we have a world-wide record of safety, we may get complacent." He said he hoped such a condition wouldn't arise, and that "great precautions" were taken by Hydro, "but people are fallible." Asked about the $250,000,000 Wesleyville oil -fired plant near Cobourg, which was closed after a few years of operation in the '70s, Macaulay said "it looked good at the time." Hydro was just starting in the nuclear energy business and was concerned about sulphur - dioxide in the air. By using oil; you get a cleaner environment, he said. However, although the plant was "technically wonderful, it has economically un- feasible." Protect hamlet corner By MILDRED McTAGGART GREENWOOD The Greenwood Ratepayers' Association has requested that a 4- way stop sign and flashing lights be in- stalled at the intersection of Conc. 6 and the Westney Road, at the top of Greenwood hill. The 3- way sign placed there earlier was for a trial period of six months. Persons wishing an opinion on this matter should write to the Durham Regional Road Department with office headquarters on Ross and Road. Ken Brooks was Ipresented with a 20-year pin for Scout Leadership at an OWASCO District Leaders' Banquet in Ajax, Saturday. The Shuttlebug Weavers Guild held their May meeting at the home of Fran Moore, Good - I wood. Mr. and Mrs. Munroe Allan of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, cal)(-d to see Tammy McTaggart and the McTaggart family, last week. Mr. and Mrs. Allan were Tammy's foster parents. The stewards of Greenwood Church are holding a clean-up bee, June 3 at 7 p.m. Mrs. Butler Sr., has been released from hospital and is con- valescing at her apart- ment in Ajax. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Pascoe visited with Mrs. Walter Pascoe at Port Perry, Sunday. The Pickering Museum re -opens for the season, Saturday at 10 a.m. As Ion • as 9 0(.la dss�awpo lksgue-, ', is 1'1O dead coun cfflor Last week in Councillor De Hat Regional Council, y was subjected to a good deal of ridicule because he brought forward a motion supporting an airport in Pickering. This motion was seconded by myself, and 1 noticed that the Metro Span newspapers made certain derogatory remarks regarding this seconding, and my being involved in the Pickering's Bay News. On Sunday and Monday of this week there was a large fire on ten acres of land owned by the federal government which was used for an illegal dump. In the early hours of Tuesday morning there were two cases of arson, one in a house and one in a barn. The house has been standing vacant since it was purchased by the federal government, and the barn was in a state of disuse. The dump was full of wood from des- troyed properties. These fires not only tied down the local firemen and volunteers from all over Pickering, but will cost the tax- payers a vast sum of money in over- time. The lands around the Claremont • area, owned by the federal govern- ment and purchased to build an air- port, lie arid and unused, except for the renting of the houses, and a few acres of the 1,150 acres, which are cultivated. Possibly Councillor De Hart's motion was not worded to suit the opponents of an airport. Possibly the Pickering Airport is a dead issue, but as long as those lands are left sitting in a state that creates a rural slum in the Town which I represent, the issue is not dead. it is time that the federal government either does something to fulfill their obligation to the people, not only of Pickering, but of the Province or they do something about the rural slum which they have created Arson and destruction of property on the airport land is a common occur- rance; this week's incident only serves to highlight a regular thing. I seconded the motion of Councillor De Hart and am seconding the motion Of Councillor Cahill locally, to bring forward some pertinent facts. The Region can go three ways. They can sit back and say that the issue is dead, and hope the problems will go away. They can attempt to bring in a smaller facility such as a cargo airport, or they can go after the big prize and attempt to get the federal government out of the agricultural lands of Picker- ing. 'I he decriers of the motion are, perhaps, comfortable with the status quo, and will follow the time honoured course of doing nothing. Those with some imagination will attempt the cargo airport course, and those who are concerned about pre- serving the agricultural lands of the Region, and believe that farm owner- ship is better than farm or house rental, will demand that the lands be returned to private ownership. In the meantime, those who wish to decry us who wish to keep the issues alive, and poke ridicule, can live in heir own small world. I will concern myself with the larger issues of the Town of Pickering, where I reside. Regional councillor ward 2, Alex Robertson 63 • n VA Pwa-vz' b FS EN Tffc CArVr3D� coos ,� =tr t91d %EEI2a Good 1SA00 _fouiE 1�Cza¢ y short1 1Library--I)- A The year of 1960 marked the centennial of the old Greenwood School- house. This was the second school on this site, the original being a small frame building. In the late 1850's residents of the Greenwood school section realized that they must have a larger school and so for a few years they levied a tax in excess of the current needs. At a special School Meeting held March 22, 1859 we find in the minutes: "it was moved by Mr. William Sadler and seconded by John G.Craig that it is expedient to build a new schoolhouse during the present year in this School Section. Carried almost unanimous. It was moved by Mr. Samuel Snell, seconded by William Sadler that the Trustees of this School Section be authorized to purchase one- fourth of an acre of land from Edward Jackson adjoining the present school site, providing they can purchase the same for a reasonable sum - for the purpose of erecting a new schoolhouse thereon. Carried. Proposed size of School House 52 x 34". Later excerpts from the School Records continue the story: Jan.11, 1860 ".....Moved and seconded that the Trustees sell the old School House by Public Auction as soon as the new House is finish- ed. Carried....." Dec.22, 1860 ........Received for Old School House by note Mr. Vere McCann $37." (Mr. McCann moved the old school across the road to his farm and used it as a dwelling for some years). July 13, 1860 "Paid E.Jackson on Land for Site—$49.47. Paid R.T. Mannel for Building — $1,039.00. Paid R.Hicks, Team & Scraper — $1.25. Paid A.Fullarton for overseeing building — $39.72". According to the school accounts this appears to be the full cost of building the new brick School in 1860, which leads one to suppose that there must have been considerable voluntary labour and possibly donat- ed lumber. The bricks for this school were made in Samuel Adamson's brickyard, a mile east of the school. The School Section felt the importance of a large roof bell to toll out the call to classes, and so, in 1860 there was a special levy to cover the cost of a bell for the new School. The bell which weighed 175 pounds came from Saint James Cathedral in Toronto and was transported from Frenchman's Bay to Greenwood by ox team, having come from Toronto by boat. It cost $99, plus transportation costs, plus costs for a frame to support it. --- The furniture consisted of two box stoves, one cupboard, a desk and a chair and double seats for the pupils. There were no slate black- boards, these being of wood, painted black. The total population of the Greenwood School Section, in 1861, is recorded at about 450, and the average attendance for the wint_ex'— months was 55. When schooling facilities became available many of the grown-up sons and daughters went to school during the winter months. This made it necessary to have an assistant teacher for four or five months of each year from about 1864 to 1884. In 1864 the average school attendance was 64. Consulting the list of teachers who taught in the brick schoolhouse one realizes that few taught for more than 1 or 2 years. A few notable names are recorded, among them William T.Diefenbaker in 1899, famous because of his son John Diefenbaker Prime Minister of Canada, and John Willison, later to become SIR John Willison listed as an as- sistant teacher in 1874. In 1929 a basement was added in order to install a central heating system with a coal burning furnace. At the same time inside toilets were installed, probably the most welcome of conveniences until 1946 when electric power and lighting was added. In 1952 the increase in the school population made it necessary to hire two teachers and a permanent partition was erected dividing the school into two class- rooms. In 1960 an oil furnace and a water pressure system were added to complete the list of amenities available to students and teachers. On May 28th, 1957, John Diefenbaker, in the midst of his first federal campaign and seeking to become Prime Minister, took time out to visit the Greenwood Public School where he had been a student in 1899- 1903. His father W .T.Diefenbaker was the teacher during this period and young John was a student in his fathers classroom. The occassion was a red letter day for the pupils and 14 former classmates who were on hand to greet their now famous school friend. Mr. Diefenbaker first toured the grounds and noted with satisfaction that two trees he had helped his father plant on Arbor Day in 1900 were still alive. He then entered the school and sat in his old seat two desks from the front of the classroom where he remained, except for a brief speech, for the entire programme which included a roll call of the class of 1899. Mr. Diefenbaker noted that schools such as this were representative of something of our country's early pioneering spirit. He concluded by stating that he and his father, who died in 1945, both agreed that the years spent at Greenwood around the turn of the century represent- ed some of the happiest days of their lives. Six years after this visit the school was closed and the students began classes in the large new four room school next door. At this time the century old bell was relocated in a specially built tower on the new sch- ool building. Thus, due to the pressures of increased enrollment and increased efficiency through the amalgation of two school boards, an era spanning over a century was brought to a close. The Women's Institute Hall,(circa1838). ONTARIO AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM. MILTON.ONT. 4 'egg Reunion By MILDRED MCTAGGART GREENWOOD — An attendance of 108 was recorded at the annual Pegg Family Reunion, held Sunday afternoon at the Claremont Con- servation Area. One of the most recent arrivals is a son born to Ruth (Pegg) and Ken Dallin of Whitby. Beatrice McLean conducted the service at Salem Cemetery, Saturday, for the late Stanley Nicholson following his passing at home, June It. Surviving besides his wife Lorraine is a daughter, Nancy in Oshawa and a son, Michael, R.R. 1, Pickering. Congratulations to Mrs. Edith Morgan on receiving her Bachelor of Education degree from Toronto University, June 12. The Greenwood fastbail team, coached by Les Wilson, won two games at the local park last week. In the absence of Rev. A.M. Butler, Sunday's service was taken by the United Church Women including Doreen Mid- dleton, Betty Pegg and Janet Crawford. Mrs. Margaret Frew attended an 80th birthday ,party in honor of her sister, Mrs. May Batsford of Woodstock, Sunday. The annual Decoration Day Service at Salem Church is Sunday, June 28 at 2:30 p.m. Guests with Mr. and Mrs. Don McLean, last week, were Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Cole of Ottawa. Mary McLean and Beatrice attended the McLean Family Reunion at Solina, Sunday. Honored By Mildred McTaggart conference of the Butler GREENWOOD — Society of North America Congratulations to Mr. at Wilkes-Barre, Penn - and Mrs. Ralph Jones on sylvania. People from the occasion of their 40th many parts of the world wedding anniversary. were present. Rev. More than 250 guests Butler, vice-president of attended an `open house' the Canadian section, was in their honor, June 13 at a key -note speaker. the Mt. Zion Community Centre. Among those present for the occasion were daughter and son-in- law, Janice and Kenn McTaggart of Green- wood; son and daughter- in-law, Allan and Deanna Jones, Toronto; daughter Gloria Andrews of Vancouver and four grandchildren, Lisa, Michael and Tammy McTaggart, Greenwood and Russell Andrews of Vancouver. Rev. A.M. Butler and Greg recently attended a Valley View School PRESENTS A MUSICAL The Canada (Goose THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 1983 CURTAIN TIME 7:30 PM ADMISSION $1.00 Advice to graduates "Always be true1717 to V CLAREMONT — A class of 3o students was told to "be ever true to yourself," by a former kindergarten teacher at graduation exercises Thursday, at Claremont Public .School. Echoing the advice of one of her own teachers, and that Polonius to Hamlet, the est speaker Betty Pegg told students the importance of being honest with themselvest as they are the ones they n live with. "Don't be afraid to say no when you think something's not right," Mrs. Pegg said. The speaker, who claimed she taught half of them al ed"please one - and thank you, time student, the late Brent Ward, of whom two memorial ~trophies were presented. il, he Although a diligent pup might never have won a scholarship," Mrs. Pegg "but he might have been citizen of the year. "I hope some of you win scholarships, but I hope all of you become good citizens," she concluded. Mrs. Pegg provided an ourselves extra treat for the graduates and their parents, by showing slides of many of the class when they were in kindergarten. Valedictorian, Shawn Malcolm, said they were "leaving with lasting memories." It was time now to "branch out a and Our chase talents to use anour dreams." Other speakers were, Durham Board of Education Trustee, Linda Carder; school principal, Stan Todd; Earl Pilkey and Carl Young of the Claremont Lions Club; and Debbie Uzzell of the Claremont Lioness Club. The valedictorian, received the general academic proficiency award, a $40 scholarship. He also won the Lynne Lees Memorial Trophy for French and another award for Mathematics. Chris Doyle, the master of ceremonies, captured the Ken Ward Memorial Trophy for all- round general proficiency;w athletic prizes plus recogn'l tion for HistorY_ 6� CANADA��`­-�r Canada Day Dominion Dayllk a To say that nationalism is rampant in the world today may be considered trite. But a sense of pride in country is not unimportant, for a person who has no pride in coun- tPT try will probably tend to ignore her laws and is unlikely to work for the betterment of her people. Yet at atimewhen many nations are seeing an upsurge in national pride we find many forces at work within Canada to divide the country. True enough, the distance from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean is great, but so are distances in Russia and Chile, the United States and Australia. What is most lacking is the realization of what a great country Canada is, how fortunate we are in climate and resources, how great the multicultured heritage we have, how tremendous the potential and the opportunities.. With these, we need the will, the courage, and the stamina to work with zeal for the development of our potential and the betterment of all our people. Nor need we forget our responsibilities for economically disadvan- taged people in other parts of the world. Christian beliefs and humanitarian concerns require our sharing and support for God's children who are in need. July 1st is a good time to renew our pride in ourcountry, to reaffirm our determination to keep it one country, and to grow in the ,,,�, realization that we are citizens of one world. — 1981 ALAN OUNLOP/TORONTO STAR Aims to please: Patty Baun, a student at Pickering High School, talks to senior homeowner Rachel Griffm of Pickering before she starts cutting grass. Patty works for the Summer Youth Services Program and is paid $2.50 an hour. Teens work for seniors PICKERING — The Summer Youth Services Program of Ajax -Pickering Com- munity Care is matching up senior citizens who need help in maintaining their homes with teenagers who need a summer job. Funded by the united Way and the provincial government, the summer youth program is five years old. "We look for students who live close by who can get there on their own," says Alli- son Chatterton, program co-ordinator. "I tell the teenagers everything I know about the job, if I think the senior citizen might be a bit critical or if he or she is a happy-go- lucky sort. I give them all the hints and clues and information concerning the job that they might need." Chatterton is also at the site to supervise for at least part of the job. The program also offers senior citizens companionship. The students are paid $2.50 an hour but if a person can't afford that, the fees are ad- justable. Chatterton says there is definitely a need in the area, particularly with seniors. "They need a lot of help to stay in their homes where they've lived for 40 years. I hear them say over and over again that they want to stay in their own home for as long as they can." Alan Syme, an Ajax High School student who has worked in the program for the last three summers, says he enjoys knowing that he is helping someone. "I met one man last summer who calls me up to come back," he says. "He likes to have students in to talk with him after the job is over. B4 THE TRIBUNE, SEPTEMBER 30, 1981 V of T graduate Janice Wilson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Les Wilson of Greenwood, recently graduated from the University of Toronto with a Master's of Business Administration Degree. Previous to this, in 1979, she received her Master's Degree in Chemistry. Janice is now employed as an Investment Assistant on the staff of Dupont of Canada Ltd., Toronto. i 7� Mildred Corbett Teaching career GREENWOOD — For Greenwood's Mildred Corbett, education has been her life. She's been imparting knowledge to children through several generations over the past 441/2 years, and she's not about to stop. Although officially retired, Mildred will return to E.A. Fairman Public School in Whitby this fall as a library volunteer, two days a week. "After all this time, I can't give it up completely," she says. Born in the lovely brick house where she still resides with sister Gertrude, Mildred received her formal education at Greenwood Public School (now a library) and Whitby High. the past 38 years have been spent in Whitby, first at King Street School (now R.A. Sennett) where she remained 15 years and then Hillcrest School (now E.A. Fairman) where she stayed 23 years until her recent retirement. Mildred retains many wonderful memories of the past 441/2 years -- memories not only of the children she's taught but their parents too. "There are more op- portunities for learning today," she points out, "library facilities are excellent". She notes also that, for the most part, today's children are eager to learn. As an indication of the high esteem held for her, several She remembers well the daily trips to and from Whitby in a made -over hearse owned by Bruce Eston of Brougham. f'We sat on boards and was it rough," she recalls. Following graduation from Toronto Normal School, she accepted a position in a one - room school with eight grades at S.S. No. 2, Seugog. The date was Jan. 3, 1937. She remained there four years and six n )nths. Her next school, Mount Pleasant (S.S. No. 12, Pickering) on the 7th Con- cession brought her closer to home. She boarded with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Madill, R.R. 2, Claremont. Her salary at the time was $50 a month. receptions were arranged. At a Board -sponsored dinner in Durham College, Mildred was Teacher retires presented with an engraved silver tray also her choice of a (continued from Page 9) painting that will hang in p r i n c i p a l; T. H. Fairman School. The following evening, she Houghton, former in - was honored at a dinner in St. spector; now retired; former principal Bob Andrew's Presbyterian Church Martin; staff instructor with former collegues in at- 3erry Stachow; K.D. tendance. There, she was Munro, director of the presented with a water color Durham Board of painting from the staff. Later, Education; Arthur a public reception was enjoyed Winter; Board chair - at Fairman School with man and staff teacher, Ron Willerton. M.P.P. representatives from all ad- George Ashe, on behalf ministrative levels present, of Premier Wm. Davis, including Area Superintendent presented an engraved D.J. Kettle; Dwight Swerd- plaque, the first ever to feger, Fairman principal; E.A. be received by a Fairman, former supervisory Racher. Mildred received a (Continued Page 15) loyal Daulton figurine — rrom the children, appropriately entitled "The School M'am". A lovely painting called "Road Through The Rockies" was completed by Milton Pegg and presented by "friends of Green- wood". Well-wishers were present from a distance. Mildred admits she'll miss the close associations she's en- joyed with members of staff -- and the children. However, she won't be severing these con- nections entirely and that's good, for her and for Fairman School. Where it all began — the little red brick career that extended over 44 years. Although schoolhouse (now a library) in the hamlet of now retire , she plans to provide volunteer in - Greenwood. Mildred Corbett attended here as a struction at E.A. Fairman Public School, girl and later entered the teaching profession, a Whitby. —Jim Thomas. I ressive ceremony GREENWOOD — Twenty- three student graduates received their diplomas, Thursday evening, at an im- pressive ceremony in Valley View Public School, Greenwood. Honored were - Tim Alma, Greg Butler, Sharlene Carson, Doug Cherry, Danny Fisher, Tammy Fournier, Stephan Geraghty, Alison Gilmour, Andrew Head, Kim Hodgson, Andrew Kinsman, Tammy Lee, Danny Lok, David Marsland, Jenny McCullough, Brian Pascoe, Susan Pegg, JIm Perrin, Lisa Raeburn, Norm Slater, Todd Teklenberg, Debbie Waltham and Brenda Watson. Selected as the boy showing most improvement during the past school year was 14 year old Andrew Head of Greenwood. Thirteen year old Tammy Lee, also of Greenwood, won a similar award as most im- proved girl. The valedictorian was Alison Gilmour, 14, of RR 2, Claremont. Several Greenwood area students were Awards were - Tammy Lee (left) and Andrew honored, Thursday, when Valley View School held Head, both of Greenwood. The class valedictorian its annual Grade 8 graduation ceremony. was Alison Gilmour, (right), R. R. 2, Claremont. Recipients of The Most Improved Girl -Boy --Jim Thomas. Greenwood couple's anniversary weekend GREENWOOD — The past weekend will be long remembered by Verne and Beatrice Hicks of Greenwood --- the celebration of their Golden Wedding Anniversary. More than 200 friends and relatives, including all members of their family, at- tended an "open house" held in their home, Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon. On Sunday evening, they were guests of honor at a dinner in Oshawa. Both are natives of Tillsonburg, Mr. Hicks, the son of Melbourne and Ellen Hicks and Mrs. Hicks (the former Beatrice Kent), the daughter of John and Maude Kent. They were married Aug. 1, 1931 at the Free Methodist Church parsonage, Port Rowan, Ont. Following a honeymoon trip to Orillia (in the groom's 1929 Chrysler), they returned to the Tillsonburg area where they remained until moving to Greenwood in 1949. Mr. and Mrs. Hicks, with the help of their children, operated The Paddock Restaurant on Hwy. 7 for eleven years, then retired to their present home a short distance away. Verne is a tool and die maker by profession, also an excellent carpenter. His `first love', however, is training horses, a work he still con- tinues. Beatrice enjoys sewing, quilting and crocheting. She's an enthusiastic worker within the U.C.W. of Greenwood United Church. Mr. and Mrs. Hicks speak with pride of their family that includes six daughters, Doreen (Mrs. Milton Smith), Tillsonburg; Marie (Mrs. Floyd Malcolm, Guelph; Verna (Mrs. Andy Appleton), Port Perry; Margaret (Mrs. George Lee), Greenwood; Greta (Mrs. Jim Smith), Tillsonburg; Barbara (Mrs. Gordon LaCain), Oshawa and two sons, Bob of Greenwood and Bill in Mississauga. They have 17 grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. Mrs. Hicks has one brother Harry Kent, living in Toronto and a sister, Hazel Helsdon of Tillsonburg. Mr. Hicks has one sister, Pearl Scott, also of Tillsonburg. The honored couple were presented with a beautiful grandfather's clock, a gift from their family, also a lovely tea wagon from the community. -/I- l 1� Gathering of the clan The gathering of the clan --- approximately long trip south. This site is popular with visitors, 150 Canada Geese stopped off at a spring -fed many of whom take pleasure in feeding the pond on the Claremont Conservation Area last birds. week, taking a breather before continuing their Greg Coates. "Passive recreation" Remclassification program at Claremont Conservation CLAREMONT — Re-class- ification of Claremont Con- servation Area to one of forest and wildlife during the past year, has also altered its program into that of "passive recreation." And the reason? "We ran out of dollars," says Jim Agnew, superintendant of operations for Metro Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, head of the six - municipality organization. That's why the Claremont centre is no longer open the year round, and when it is open (last week in April to Thanks- giving Day) it offers a reduced program. There's no more group picnicking, or group camping, for example, and, as the facilities for these "go out of service, they won't be picked up," Agnew said. Small picnics can still be held. The Claremont Area is also without staff, except for weekends when there is a gate attendant on hand. The education and field centre, however, is still open 365 days a year. The Area cpened in the late '50s, but revenues have never equalled taxes, Agnew said. "There isn't one area that pays its way", he added. "Brute's Mills (Stouffville Road) has more year-round use, so attracts more," he said. "Claremont, with its 400 acres, was never a high -use area," he said. "It was never designed to be." As a forest and wildlife area, the habitat is improved. and more management is provided on timber stands, he said. One -quarter of the original acreage has been replanted. In its summer operating period, Claremont Con- servation Area is open from 10 a.m. to sundown. There is no charge. 1'' GREENWOOD GENERALSTORE Postal rates will effect taxes Not only will Pickering taxpayers be paying more for a first class letter in 1982, they will also be asked to help foot the town's incr- eased postal bill. Town treasurer Jlm Walls estimates it will cost the town 140,000 to complete its 1982 mailings, and increase of 118,000 over 1981. "We've been told (first class)postal rates are going from 17 to 30 cents a letter," Walls said. He noted through simple calculation it con be. seen , that will amount to a 76 percent increase last year's 120,000 postal bill. Walls said this incr- eased coat will be "Absorbed into the mill rate" and the taxpayers will have tp pay for the increase Walls said the town does not enjoy having to increase taxes to pay its own bills but there is no other way to come up with the nec- essary funds. All town mailing is essential, says Walls, and there are no areas in which cutbacks will be made "Fortunately," says Walls, "It's not I arge expenditure item, the amount isn't significant really, and the incr- ease can be absorbed easily." Greenwood Choir Cantata By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD— A Christmas Cantata, entitled "Immanuel Forever," will be presented by the choir and young people of the community, Dec. 20, at 7:30 p.m., in Greenwood United Church. Guest performers will be Jamie Thompson, flutist, and Pierre LaCasse, pianist. The Margaret Butler Unit of the United Church Women held a Christmas meeting at the home of Margaret McTaggart, last Monday evening. Barbara Pegg prepared a yuletide program and games. Doreen Mid- dleton wbe unit leader forill 1112, with Margaret Talbot, assistant; Mildred McTaggart, secretary; Barbara Pegg, treasurer; and Ruth Petty, social functions. A Christmas tree, garlands and candles decorated the church I for the White Gift service, Sunday. Greg Butler was in charge of the Sunday School program, The pageant, The Littlest Star," was presented by Tim Talbot, Kim and Steve Hogan, Mike and Tammy McTaggart, Telly and Robyn Raeburn, Jessica Stoner, Amanda Tate, Robert and Billy Petty, and Chris and Michael McKean. "Little Children Wake and Listen," a French carol, and "Do You Hear What I Hear?" a modern one, were sung by the Sunday school choir. A social hour followed the service. Mrs. Dorothy Hownson, from England, is visiting with her daughter, Margaret Talbot, Ken and the grandchildren. Mrs. Janet Crawford is pleased to have her daughter, Susan Hodgins, and little granddaughter, Janet, of Vancouver, with her this week. Diane Tait recently spent two weeks in Newfoundland with the Winnipeg Ballet. Greenwood re- sidents were pleased to see Michael Butler on Channel TV, Saturday night. Michael and four other artists had their paintings shown at the Gallery Eklektik, Toronto, last week. The theme was "Ex- pressions." Michael works with water colors. The four were interviewed by Glen Cochrane. Achievement Night -for Ontario South 'Girls model own S hions Beth Carson (centre) of Mt. Zion and Susan Ajax, Thursday night. The presentations were Gammage (left) of Claremont, received their made by York -Durham Home Economist Provincial and County Honors' Diplomas at Beverley Brook. Ontario South's 4-H Achievement Program in ---Jim Thomas. M Skirt -vest projects earn clubs praise ONTARIO SOUTH — A colorful and exciting fashion review, highlighted Ontario /� I, South's 4-H Achievement Program, Thursday, at St. Bernadette's Parish Centre, Ajax. The show included -members from Oshawa, Mount Zion, Greenwood, Claremont, Brooklin and Ajax. Vests and skirts were made by the girls themselves in a project entitled "Ready -Get Set -Sew". Commentators from Claremont were Susan Gammage and Laura Vale. Participants included - Susan and Darlene Gammage, Laura Vale, Courtney Graham, Patti Evans, Karen Carson, Karen Malcolm, Lorna Tapscott, Wanda Townsend, Sherry Carruthers and Annette Reid. Representing Mt. Zion were commentators Beth Carson and Kerie Death Wendy Carson, Dawn Marconi Sandy Jamieson, Linda Jones, Sharyn Fiss, Sharlene Carson, Sharyn Jones, Barb Jamieson and Ingrid Pyker. Jennifer Guthrie served as commentator for Greenwood. Other participants were - Lisa McTaggart, Becca Finlay, Debbie Waltham and Susan Pegg. Three 4-H Homemakers received diplomas, Beth Carson of Mt. Zion and Debby Noonan of Ajax, Provincial Honors; Susan Gammage of Claremont, County Honors. Presentations were made by York -Durham Home Economist Beverley Brook. Sixteen year old Karen Malcolm of Green River was a par- ticipant in a fashion show at Ontario South's 4-H Achievement Program at Ajax, Thursday night. Karen's a member of the Claremont Club; ---Jim Thomas. 4-H Program Fashion show a hit By Rosemary Timms CLAREMONT — Claremont's Zippy Zig- Zags were prominent participants in the 4-H Achievement Program at Ajax, Thursday night. Susan Gammage received her County Honors Certificate and emceed a fashion show involving Darlene Gammage, Courtney Wallace, Patti Evans, Karen Carson, Karen Malcolm, Lorna Tap- scott, Laura Vale, Wanda Townsend, Sherry Carruthers and Annette Reid. Susan was also a participant in the fashion promenade. B Carson of the Mt. Zion Clubsieived _fur Pinvmcial Sh addressed the audience, telling of her experiences as- a delegaie to the _4 H Conference at __the University of Guelph last summer. Mt. Zion's participants in the fashion show included - Wendy Carson, Dawn Marconi, Sandy Jamieson, Linda Jones, Sharyn Fiss, Sharlene Carson, Sharyn Jones, Barbara Jamieson, Ingrid Pyker, Kerri Death and Beth Carson. Congratulations to Lorne Britton, winner of the F. Stan Tyndall Memorial Award at the East York -King and Vaughan, North York Plowmen's Association banquet in Victoria Square last week. Congratulations to Thomas Paisley, recipient of a $200 Scholarship courtesy Comeo Industries Ltd., at a ceremony hosted by Durham College last month. Remember the Olde Tyme Christmas Dance and Buffet in the Mt. Zion Community Centre this Saturday from 9 to 12 p.m. Music will be provided by Frank Barkey. Tickets ($12 per couple) are available by calling 649-3343. The many friends of Kay Hayward are pleased to know she's been released from hospital and is con- valescing at home. Georgia's Studio and Gallery is hosting a Pre -Christmas Art Show, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5 and 6 from 12 noon to 5 p.m., featuring watercolors by Janet McGhee and Janice Burgess and wildlife photos by Betty Pegg plus work com- pleted by gallery students as well as Georgia herself. For additional information call 649-2996. Congratulations to Scotty and Ruth Murray on the occasion of their 25th wedding an- niversary. They were honored at a gathering in the Community Hall, Nov. 28. Variety Show rehearsal is this Sunday at 1 p.m. in the Com- munity Hall. The Lions - sponsored program is Sunday, Dec. 13. This Sunday is White Gift Service in the Claremont United Church at 11:15 a.m. Special music will be provided by the choir. The Women's In- stitute will meet Dec. 9 in the home of Mrs. Gordon Gauslin beginning at 1:30 p.m. The roll call will be answered by ''Recollections of Christmas". Euchre winners at the Clubhouse last week were: Laura Reynolds, Lena Ogden, Doris Wilson, Art Parratt, Alma Kennedy, Gladys Burgin and Lenora McKenzie. Lucky draw winners were Doris Wilson and Norma Benson. The senior citizens will meet Thursday (today) at 1:30 p.m. 6° M. 14. MAY BROWN May Brown Birthday milestone By MILDRED McTAGGART GREENWOOD — On Thursday, Nov. 5, May Brown, a lifelong community resident; celebrated her 93rd birthday. Although a resident at Ballyclisse Lodge in Ajax since June, May still keeps in touch with news of her neighborhood. Only recently, she attended two pre -Christmas bazaars, one in Greenwood and another at Mt. Zion. On Wed- nesday evening last week, Wm. Brown of Greenwood; Fred and Betty Brown, Patti and Doug Scott of Brooklin and Linda Eastwood of Port Perry called at the lodge with a birthday cake and good wishes. Allan Carson, Ken Brooks, Ron Hoar and Kenn McTaggart returned on the weekend from a deer hunting trip at Whitestone Lake. Bonnie Mowat was a guest at the home of Rosalie Brooks on the weekend. Both girls are attending the University of Western Ontario at London. Congratulations to Brian Jones, son of Murray and Evelyn Jones, the recipient of a Pro Meritus Award at Pickering High School's Commencement Ex- ercises, Friday night. The prize goes to students "who have made an outstanding contribution to the school in one area or a significant contribution in several areas". Congratulations also to Diane Hooker, recipient of The W. Percy Neale Memorial Trophy as captain of the school's perfects. The George Martin Citizenship Award was shared by Brian Jones and Lorraine Warner. There may still be tickets available for the turkey supper at Mt. Zion United Church, Sunday. Sittings are at 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Close to $1,000 was raised at a very suc- cessful bazaar held in Greenwood United Church last week. The general meeting of the U.C.W. will be held Nov. 16 in the church. The Margaret Butler Unit is in charge of the program. Between You and Me By RUTH COLES Lady knew young Diefenbaker Forty is the old age of youth; Fifty the youth of old age. We spent a delightful afternoon this past week with Miss May E. Brown who -is living at the retire- ment lodge, Ballycliffe, in Ajax. Miss. Brown was born in November, 18M at the family farm in Greenwood about eight or nine miles north west of Whitby. She has many memories of our town of many years ago. A very short distance these days but long ago quite a way by horse and buggy. Whitby was the centre, the largest town and by far the most impor- tant, the County Town. Oshawa, a small place, did not come into its own until the McLaughlin Carriage business began and expanded. I am sure an eternal optimist, Miss Brown is bright, cheery, interested it seemed in any topic, radiates energy and goodwill. Her appearance belies her age; she looks years younger than she is. After our visit she took us on a tour of the lodge and explained its operation, introduced us to some staff members whose names she had on the tip of her tongue. A damp, grey day she accompanied us outside as we made our way to the car and insisted as she pulled her sweater closer that she was quite comfortable. I hope she is in contact with children and young People as her "joy" in living would do them all good. No doom and gloom here and I'm sure if this was mentioned she would say, "no time for that, I'm much too occupied for that sort of thing." The local school was two miles from the farm, the church about two and a half. Walking was the order of the day unless the weather was very bad and if there was a heavy snow storm everyone stayed home. The time was made up by opening the school on the third Monday of August at the end of the summer holidays. We tend to forget these days that roads had to be cleared out by people, not plows. To shop, visit or attend to anything outside of the home horses were used to pull a buggy or carraige in good weather and .n fhP-„ interz_cutterorsleigh. Although Greenwood had several stores, the women shopped in Whitby for dress goods and the men went to the tailor for suits or other articles of clothing to be made up or bought off the rack. All things pertaining to sewing, buttons and bows to name two could be bought in this thriving County Town. Whitby had mills to grind the wheat and to sell flour as did Greenwood. I was amused to hear her tell of the smoke billowing out of the Hatch Buckle Factory, clouds of it, so pollution has been an ongoing thing for 100 years or so. At the public school in Greenwood, Miss Brown's teacher for a time was William T. Diefenbaker, father of the late Canadian Prime Minister, John George Diefenbaker. A fine man and a good teacher he had a shock of black curly hair and those bright blue eyes; he too was tall and thin much like his son as we knew him. John Diefenbaker was a small boy at the time, too youn gto go to school but on Friday afternoons some of the children would take him to concerts at the school. At other times he was allowed to sit in on classes and this gave his mother a break for a few hours as she had a younger son to care for too. Miss Brown said the young John Diefenbaker was a very fair minded boy and when the boys played "war" he liked to see justice done. At this time, the Boer War was being fought in South Africa and the older boys spent many hours playing the war game and as Miss Brown said it was a "game" to them because it was so far away and communication was slow and very poor, it seemed quite unreal until later on. No doubt as the casualty lists went up and the men returned home the reality set in. Many of the children on "public school leaving" were able to take two extra years rather than go to Whitby for further learning. If the teacher could manage to teach them they would enter high school in Whitby in grade 10 or 11 rather than nine. Commuting, of course, was out of the question for these students so they had to live in Whitby with very few visits home to Greenwood until the Christ- mas holidays. No doubt the school was a centre of activity then and students were expected to produce. An exam every Monday morning, probably a very hoed i,', i for both student and teacher. At this time a salary of $300 or $350 a year was the going rate and I might add with no benefits! Miss Brown spent her high school and model years living in Whitby when school was in session. Then on to Normal School in Toronto where she graduated with a teacher's degree. For a time she CONT'D ON PG. 12 A lesson in life for us all CONT'D FROM PG. 10 taught in Hayden, north of Bowmanville and at Cedar Creek, a place long gone. Newspapers were of great interest and politics were often the topic of the day with many divergent ideas and opinions. Heated discussions and I have heard from others that many enemies were made at election time but soon forgotten when the time was over. Apparently hay and straw were in great demand for Toronto. The reason - so many horses to be fed and bedded down. Miss Brown's father would load up I think in all seasons for the city. Apples and other produce were sold at the St. Lawrence Market, still a great place to shop. The men left in the afternoon and stayed near West Hill by the Rouge Valley at a halfway house and then early in the morning they started out for the city. Miss Brown did not mention highway robbers in this area but I have been told they lurked in the valley and sprung out to rub unwary travellers! A lesson in life for all of us. Our forebearers, strong and staunch, standing on their own two feet or falling by the wayside as some would do. They must have been optimists with hope always in sight because things were not always too easy and little help standing by other than family and friends. Joseph Joubert (1754-1824) said, "Life is a country that the old have seen and lived in. Those who have to travel through it can only learn from them." 4(` Greenwood hamlet kf4 plan"ala reunion GREENWOOD — This community will "let its hair down", May 22 and 23. These weekend dates have been selected for a giant reunion that will focus on three main locations ---the school, the church and the Community Centre. Although still seven months away, the wheels are already in motion putting the program together. The com- mittee chairperson is Wanda (Moore) Pitchforth now of Oshawa. Other members in- clude - John Paxton, Steve Jackman, Bonnie Tapley, Kenn McTaggart, Janet McTaggart, Linda Eastwood, Rita Fisher and Mildred McTaggart. Although the welcome mat is out for everyone, special guests are those who attended S.S. No. 9, Pickering (Greenwood Public School) from 1907 through to its closing in 1962. The building is now a library with a new school (Valley View) next door. Although the two-day program is still tentative, registration will take place on the Saturday at Valley View School from 1 to 3 p.m., with opening ceremonies at two. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m., in the Community Centre with a dance to follow. A community worship service will be held in Greenwood United Church on the Sunday with lunch at its conclusion. While an attempt will be made to contact as many as possible, the committee is counting on newspaper publicity and word-of-mouth communication to reach those whose whereabouts are not immediately known. Picke The hunt is over. Durham regional police brought down this large moose in the Brock Road, Bayly Road area. The police originally conered the animal at the Liverpool Road 60 station but it bounded away. The police had no option but to shoot M. k im Nature photos make beautiful gifts Betty Pegg, R.R. 2, Claremont, recognized for her beautiful wild -life photography, has made some of her best pictures available as gifts with each one mounted in a suitable frame. These were on display last weekend at Georgia's Studio -Gallery, Brock Road, Claremont. ----Jim Thomas. Z° m 'C7 W cn p cC O Oa> �aa �' Ms~ � � ci COCZ tones ° +' � o u o o Z CD �.� oy cC '�� CO ° cCa o� o y E 3 W a'(n ca 0 VI W, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1981 This new experimental solar home belongs to iv■r. ailu Mrs. Christiann Van Helsdingen, R.R. 2, Claremont. In- creasing in popularity, this may represent the long-term collector windows gather the sun's rays for storageGreg Coates , tanks. CLAREMONT — If you're one of many concerned over the high cost of heating a home, then consider solar energy. Mr. and Mrs. Christiann Van- Helsdingen, of R.R. 2, Clare- mont, own such a house and are happy with it. "We're very pleased", said Mr. VanHelsdingen. "It's 95 per cent complete." Worth over $160,000, the house has an entire side of collector windows which allow the sun's heat to enter and be stored in a special tank. It's still too early to tell how much they will save on heating costs, having just moved in during May. They have not, however, used electric heaters yet this year. The house is also equipped with a wood stove connected to the storage tank. With this container, the VanHelsdingen's can, if necessary, heat their house on yesterday's sun. "We also have double the standard of insulation," said Mr. VanHelsdingen. This is to ensure a minimal of heat loss. The home was built by Peter Zile of West Hill, along with consulting engineer Jens Sonderskov. Construction started in June of last year. Other features include an in- door pool, a greenhouse and a fall -out shelter. What's for the future? l "We'd like some day to instal a windmill to produce some of our own hydro," said Mr. Van- Helsdingen. 1 � Busytime ec/ over holiday By husband, James Mildred McTaggart Mulock, Cannington. GREENWOOD — Mr. and Mrs. Ken Rev. A.M. Butler, Mrs. Keddel, Mr. Wiltshire, Butler, Sr., Michael and Toronto; and Mr. Greg, celebrated Stribling, Montreal, Christmas with Mr. and were guests of Mrs. Mrs. Eric Butler and Pearl Brooks, and Mr. family, at Guelph. On and Mrs. Don Pegg and New Year's Day, they family, Christmas day. were guests of Mr. and--, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Mrs. Graesser, Toronto.Morden, and Mr. and Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Mrs. Lloyd Morden and Pegg visited Mr. and Dallin and family, had dinner New Mrs. Ken Year's day with Mr. and grandson, Matt, of Whitby, Christmas day, Mrs. Tim Logeman. and Mr. and Mrs. Milton Oshawa. Pegg on New Year's Congratulations to Tim and Darlene day' Mrs. Doreen Briscoe, on the arrival Middleton, and Mr. and of their son.. Dec. 31. e o 7 ate ` Mr. ana Mrs.Tfavifi Earl S�" Mrs. Denise, visited Howard Henning and family, of and Pat Middleton and Monteagle, visited Mr. Alex, at Chesterville, and Mrs. Gerald south of Ottawa, on the Henning for the holiday New Year's weekend. week. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Henning and The Middletons bought a farm there, last year, family, Whitby; Mrs. and moved to it in Mary McLean and November. ' Breatrice McLean, Mr. and Mrs. Ken were also guests on Brooks entertained Mr. Christmas and New and Mrs. Jan Carlson Year's day of Mr. and and family, Marr, Ont.; Mrs. Gerald Henning. Mr. and Mrs. David Mr. and Mrs. Ed Pascoe were guests of Pegg and family, Unionville; Mr. and Tribune editor, Jim Mrs. William Pegg, and Thomas and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Jean, in Stouffville on Pegg and family, Christmas day; and entertained Mr. and Stouffville, Dec. 27. Mrs. Maude . Stell Mrs. Lloyd Stanley and spent three days at Mr. and Mrs. Grant Pascoe on New Year's Christmas with her day. daughter, Alice and her Prodnetive-year (�o By Norah Stoner Pickering Town Council 1981 has been a most productive year for the Town of Pickering and for me. The town is growing faster than most municipalities in southern Ontario. In the Town Centre Area, nine apartment buildings are under construction. The T. Eaton Company has announced that they will be opening a 120,000 square foot `full line' department store in the Spring of 1983. The store will be part of the Sheridan Mall. The recreation complex received $4 million dollars from the Provincial Ministry of Culture and Recreation. Construction -will begin in the spring. The facilities as planned will really be a terrific boom to Pickering residents. The recreation master plan is awaiting approval from the Ministry of Culture and Recreation of the draft terms of reference. These will then be submitted to Council for consideration. In the fall, we saw a major change in our transportation system. We outgrew the Dial -a - Bus system and were losing riders and so switched to the fixed - route theme. Many more people are ex- pected to use the system now that they can count on being certain places at specific times. We are now one step closer to an interconnection with the TTC, something I believe would be a great service to Pickering residents. The Ajax Pickering Handi Trans, now has 85 handicapped in- dividuals registered to use the service. A second van is being fitted for service. We travel to Scarborough College, Scarborough Centenary Hospital, Oshawa General Hospital and Durham College, as well as in and around Ajax and Pickering. Some of our buses have been converted to run on propane as an energy conservations measure. If you have any questions regarding transportation, call Les Dickout at 683-2760. Resolutions at both Pickering Council and Durham Regional Council rejected the idea of building an airport in Pickering. Both Councils stated their deep concerns about the degeneration of the area and the need for long leases and revitalization. A report from Regional Chair- man, Gary Herrema, to Jean -Luc Pepin, the Federal Minister of Transport, has suggested that many properties should be released from ex- propriation and sold to private individuals. The Region of In my opinion By NORAH STONER Councillor, Ward 3 Town of Pickering Durham passed an amendment to the Official Plan giving approval to the land designations for the North Pickering Project. The head of the Ontario Land Cor- poration has told local residents that con- struction will probably not take place for 20 years. Pickering's drink- ing water is no longer drawn from Lake Ontario between the outfall of the York Durham Sewer and the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station. We now draw our water from the Ajax _.water- front and we will soon be connected to Whitby for our water supply. The costs for this conversion are being paid out of money received from Ontario Hydro. Interest rates are having a devastating effect on our farm economy. As deputy m4yor, I was part of a panel with MP Ed Broadbent, MP Scott Fennell, MPP George Ashe, Ajax Mayor Bill McLean and others discussing the effects of high rates on our economy. It is ab- solutely essential to maintain strong businesses and farms. Council supported this position in a resolution sent to the Finance Minister. Council has deferred making a decision on two items relevant to the next election. The proposals to change the ward boundaries and to elect Regional Councillors at large rather than by ward, have been put off until January 11, 1982 to allow for response from individuals and associations. If you wish to see the maps for boundary changes, call the town clerk, Bruce Taylor. Let us know your views. I hope you and yours had a good Christmas and I wish you all the best in 1982. Happy New Year, One and All C�\--- - - 19 IFZ r � r 4' N 6 a� o � o On ilia Municipal Scene One of the most enjoyable duties of a Pick- ering Councillor is that of being Deputy Mayor, representing Mayor Jack Anderson when his schedule is overloaded or he's away on business. Recently, I represented the Town at the Ajax/Pickering Senior Citizens Council's annual meeting. It was a real pleasure to be with such energetic and purposeful people. Their chairman, Alex Bruce, made a stirring speech about the involvement of seniors in political action. Many individuals wanted more information about the Recreation Complex and its various components. Many seniors would like to see bowling in- cluded. Another matter of concern was the implementation of the Pickering Transit System which has replaced the Dial -a -Bus. The keynote speaker at the luncheon was Mr. Lee Evans of Whitby. Mr. Evans is a member of a committee for the Promotion be Norah Stoner of Seniors' Education. There is so much that seniors have to offer - their knowledge and experience can enhance the education and well being of other retirees in the com- munity. The four main responsibilities of the committee at this time are: 1. To assess the educational preferences of seniors by means of a questionnaire. This is being drafted now and will be circulated to all seniors in the Region. 2 To assess the courses now available to the seniors community through the high schools colleges and municipalities and make re- commendations to promote registration. 3 To organize satellite courses for seniors to supplement existing programs. They would take place in nursing homes, seniors clubs and apartments. The committee, in con- junction with area seniors, would develop programs and recruit teachers (preferably) retirees) to provide the courses. They in- tend to develop and offer courses on pre - retirement education which would be of- fered to business and industry for the bene- fit of their employees. 4. to lnvotve seniors in teacning or cu- teaching. This would require attending workshops and seminars in order to acquire the necessary expertise. One suggested course is the Gerentology Program at Dur- ham College. The committee has just received a New Hor- izons Grant and they hope to have some courses operating in the New Year. The response to Mr. Evans' proposal was quite positive with some suggestions of courses and schedules that would suit older people in Pickering and Ajax. The Ajax/ Pickering Seniors have offered to assist in distributing the questionnaire to the mem- bers of their individual clubs. People wishing to be involved in any way should call Mr. Evans at 668-3012. He and the Ajax/Pickering Seniors Council deserve to be congratulated for service to the com- munity. The ladies of the Pickering Village United Church provided a lovely lunch after the meeting. The only problem with being De- puty Mayor is that is is fattening. November . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Ann Gifford of The Welsh Dresser in Pickering Village assesees the damage to her'150 sign. Her sign, along with other Pickering Village merchants', was removed by the Ajax works department and dumped at the Ajax works depot. TheVillage merchants are up in arms over the action taken by Ajax and say their business will not succeed unless they can erect their signs on Highway 2. - village merchants angered bv actions of Ajax councii "They'reclosing the Village by not allowing these signs, if we can't advertise on High- way 2 the Village is dead, no one comes down this side street (Kingston Road West)" those were the angry words of Ben Bates, the owner of Ben's Used Furniture and Col- lectables in Pickering Village, after learning the Ajax works department had removed his roadside sign. Bates sentiments were echoed by Ann Gif- ford owner of the Welsh Dresser and Marg Watson at the Village Store and the House Next Door were stunned to discover their s gns which had t�tb1�'p than a year, were suddenly gone. Gifford immediately contacted the police but realized afterwards that this was not the work of teenage vandals because the signs from other stores along highway 2 were mis- sing as well. The store owners got together and soon con- cluded this had been the work of the town of Ajax and for one reason or another their signs, often costing in excess of $100, were in violation of some unannounced municipal by-law. However, Bill Schlatter, municipal law en- forcement officer for Ajax sia this by-law has been on the books since 1976 after concil re- solved, "Any signs on town property are to be removed by the works department." Even if it was a standing by-law the Village storekeepers felt they should have been in- formed the town was preparing to remove the signs. To this Schlatter replies, "I attempted to contact as many people as possible asking them to comply," but he says he had no re- ply from the owners, few complyed and the work order was issued for the works depart- ment to remove all signs on township pro- perty. Township property, is another area where the store owners don't see eye to eye with the town of Ajax. "They say because they maintain the property they can rip down the signs, they haven't cut the grass in five years. They do absolutely nothing for us. The people are pretty fed up eith the coun- cil as is," said Bates. Both Gifford and Watson agreed with Bates noting they had cut the grass and main- tained the so called municipal property for as long as they've been in business. The fact they were maintaining the proper- ty makes little differnece to Ajax because as Schlateer points out the land remains in ownership of the municipality, and the by- law still stands. "In the Village unfortunately the road a lowance often goeas right up to the walls," Schlatter says, also nothing any signs which are erected must be 10 feet within the pro- perty line. Schlatter concludes, because the stores do not have large lots, any sign which is not affixed to the building is therefore in viola- iga .Df the by-law. The store owners could not see the logic of this by-law their signs as far as the were concerned were not offensive in any way, says Gifford of the Welsh Dresser, "It wasn't junk it looked nice, why are they an- tagonizing people who are improving their properties? " Bates believed he knew the reason the signs were outlawed. He says Ajax does not want the Village to expand because they say it is taking customers from store owners in the Ajax business district. Bates says Ajax would prefer to bulldoze the Village and just start all over again. Without the roadside ads he suggest they might as well begin the process of destroying the Village immedi- ately, "Everybody's spent a lot of money to make a go of it, if we can't advertise on Highway 2 they might just as well bury us." "If Ajax doesn't want us we'd like to go back to Pickering," Says Gifford, "Picker- ing would like to have the Village." Gifford says her business competes with no other in Ajax, she sayd she offers the kind of serivice no store in Ajas could match and also half of her customers come from other then Ajax. Schlatter argues that the storeowners are just as much to blame as they displayed "I went to the Welsh Dresser I think twice, I left my card for theowner to contact me and nothing happened." He also said when the by-law came into being it was circulated and there was absolutely no public input. "1'm personally willing to make except- ions," says Schlatter, he admits the by-law is somewhat controversial and not complete- ly clear in certain cases," but to do that (al- ter the by-law) the by-law would have to be amended." M Plan reunion By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD —A Greenwood School and Community Reunion is planned for May 2 and 3 of this year. In this connection, the staff at the Old Greenwood Schoolhouse Library is anxious to assist with the planning of this event. They are anxious to receive copies of class photos with student names attached for a permanent Library collection. These will be displayed at the reunion. Anyone able to assist with this project is asked to come in on any Thursday between 4 and 8 p.m., or Saturdays between 10 a.m. and 12 noon. The congregation of Greenwood United Church will hold its annual meeting, Sun- day, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m., with a pot -luck luncheon at 12 noon. This community was saddened when word was received on the death of Mr. Ralph ion-s, Jan. 7 in Port Perry Hospital. Sym- pathy is extended to wife Ruby; son and daughter-in-law, Allan and Deanna; daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Kenn McTaggart; daughter Gloria An- drews; brother Percy and grandchildren Lis, Michael, Tammy ar Russell. Late Ralph Jones A rewarding life MT. ZION — The hundreds who visited the McEachnie Funeral Home in Pickering and attended the service, Sunday, was a tribute to the respect held for the late Ralph Jones, R.R. 2, Claremont. Mr. Jones, a life-long resident of the community, died Jan. 7 in Port Perry Hospital following a brief illness. Admitted to hospital in December, his health improved sufficiently to permit his release just before Christmas. On Thursday morning, his condition worsened and he was re -admitted to hospital where he passed away that evening. Ralph Jones was born on the 7th Concession of Pickering, the son of Alonzo and Jane (Wilson) Jones. He was actively involved in all areas of community life. He was a trustee on the board of S.S. No. 13 (Mt. Zion); the first president of the Men's Club and on the Board of Stewards at Mt. Zion United Church; the first president of the Mt. Zion Community Centre Board and a member of the Salem Cemetery Board. His interests extended beyond the local area and in- cluded membership on the board of the Claremont Co- operative and the Pickering Federation of Agriculture. He was a member of the I.O.O.F. Lodge (No. 165) at Brooklin and enjoyed his association with the Golden Age Club at Claremont and the Seniors' Council, Town of Pickering. Ten years ago, Mr. Jones was fitted with a pacemaker. Because of this aid, he was always supportive of the On- tario Heart Fund. At the family's request, many donations were received to assist in this work. The floral tributes were beautiful Rev. A.M. Butler of Mt. Zion United Church conducted the service. David O'Blenes rendered two lovely solos. The pall -bearers were - Grant Carson, Les Harbron, Keith Jones, Richard Annis, Reg. Hoskins and Murray Jones. The flower -bearers were - Michael McTaggart, Allan Carson and Frank McAvoy. Besides his wife, the for- mer Ruby Annis, Mr. Jones is survived by two daughters, Janet (Mrs. Kenn McTaggart) of Greenwood; Gloria An- drews, Vancouver, British Columbia; one son, Allan of Greenwood; a brother, Percy, R.R. 2, Claremont and four grandchildren, Lisa, Michael and Tammy McTaggart and Russell Andrews. He was predeceased by a son Glen in 1977. 6 E T SET... 4-H HOMEMAKING CLUBS .ACH 1 EVEMENT PROGRAMS ONTARIO CENTRE Saturday November. 14, 1 9E 1 --- T.tinity United Chu-tch UxbAidge, On.taAic 10:00 am - 12:00 noon ONTARIO NORTH Thutz day Novembeh 19, 1981 -- - Su.nduLtand Town Ha.tf SundeAtand, Ontario 7:30 pm - 9.30 pm ONTARIO SOUTH Thutbday November. 26, 1911 St.BeAnadet�e'a Patizh Cen.t)Le 21 Saytey St., Ajax, Onta:ii.o 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sponeoned by: On.taAio Beve tey 8400fz Min.iatny o$ Nome Economist AgAicuttuhe Home Economics Bxanch and Food Early evening, blaze' KINSALE — An early - evening fire at Kinsale Sunday, is still under investigation by the Ajax - Pickering Fire Department. The blaze, caused an estimated $80,000 damage to a com- bination store and house owned by Guido Nac- carato, Hwy. 7 and the Audley Road. No one was injured but three firefighters suffered frost -bite. Friends shocked By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — This community was shocked, last week, to learn of the tragic ac- cident that took the lives of two village residents, John I:ornov, 18 and Tony Conduit, 17. The tw(; boys were killed wren their car was in (Allision with another on the Brock Road, north of Conc. 7. The second driver was 39 year old Henry Buma, Conc. 1, Pickering. His passenger was two year old Jason Fievet of the same address. Service for John was held Tuesday from St. Francis de Sales Church, Pickering with interment Salem Cemetery. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Hornov; three brothers, Edward, Peter and John and one sister Anne. Service for Tony was held Monday from St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Pickering. Surviving are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Conduit; one sister, Patricia and a brother, Matthew; also his grandmother, Mrs. Helen Miller of Peterborough. Sherry Leah Gardiner, daughter of Anthony Gardiner and the late Velma Gardiner of Prince Albert was recently married to Stanley Ivan Rowe, son of Earl and Cathy Rowe of Goodwood. The wedding took place at Stouffvil- le United Church. Student orators By Mildred - McTaggart' 1IC GREENWOOD — Public speaking com- petitions were held recently at Valley View Public School. The following students were winners: Grades 4 to 6 - Emma Talbot, Anne Byberg, Wendy Misener. Grades 7 to 8 - Tim Talbot, Shawna Foxton. The mothers of Valley View's Grade 8 students are sponsoring a Valentine Dance at the Community Centre, Sat., Feb. 13 beginning at 8 p.m. The proceeds will assist in funding a trip for the Grade 8 boys and girls. When the home of Mr. and Mrs. Mac- carato burned Jan. 17, an old Kinsale land- mark was destroyed. The west section of the building had once been used as a church and later a store and post office. The last storekeeper in Kinsale was George Curl, now of Whitby. Four lambs in one year is rare but eight repeated the impossible, another family of four lambs in two years is ---unbelievable; un- on the farm of Bill Wensink, 17th Avenue, believable but true. This ewe, originally owned Stouffville, R.R. 1. Unfortunately, one of them by Harvey Brown, Markham, R.R. 2 and later died, Jan. 28. Mr. Wensink and daughter Diane purchased by Ken Prentice, gave birth to are shown here with the remaining three, "all quadruplets in 1981. Now, ten months later, she doing beautifully". ----Greg Coates. "LOOK ! .... ON YOUR CALENDAR FOR FEBRUARY SEVENTEENTH, YOU'VE WRITTEN - • I � S h ivfe- HERE'." b'H ao0xr.� ID IN by�c�� O ID Xx� a cD a k (D cv RT _n7 c• •s �0a ,on-roco y C.� (D (D o o �3• �• (Dr.Mo(:-2- �7 o Z, oa � CL �, �r (D W 0 -r (D 00 • Anti= -irport P rt Y BROUGHAM — It was back on March 2, 1972 that the federal and provincial governments announced plans to establish a major airport in the Township of Pickering. That was ten years ago. In the months that followed, Ottawa proceeded to buy up thousands of acres of land, even demolished several barns and houses, but never started construction. The decision to at least Postpone the project was due in part to a bitter battle fought by an organization calling itself "People or Planes". The chairman was Dr. Charles tend," said Claremont's Anne never was too sure where Godfrey, R.R. 1, Goodwood. Howes, head of Publicity ad- Pickering was in the first The other reason was Queen's ding somewhat cynically, "he place." Parks' decision to withhold services to the site. On Sunday (Feb. 28), P.O.P. members will hold a tongue-in-cheek celebration on the grounds of the Federal Information Office in Brougham. The event, beginning at noon, will include a "fly -in" and other activities. Politicians from the municipal, provincial and federal levels have been invited including Jean Marchand. "We have no guarantee he'll at- J S Markville Plaza, Hwy. 7 and McCowan Road, Markham, of- (left to right) - Dave Smuschkowitz, Premier Wm. Davis, York- ficially opens to -day. However, preceeding this ceremony, a gala Centre M.P.P., Don Cousens, Jack Israeli and Markham Mayor party was held Tuesday night with close to 4,000 invited guests in Tony Roman. attendance. A cake, designed in the shape of the mall, was sliced by ---Sjoerd Witteveen. Eaton's of Canada I Markville store a Gr . n o STOUFFVILLE — Eaton's of CanaPe�toddI�td., Now the new Mark The opening of Eaton's 108th store in Canada, today (St. Patrick's Day), March 17, at the Markville Shopping Centre, "adds a special meaning to the oc- casion," John Craig Eaton, chairman of the board and director, told those attending the opening ceremonies. For it was from Ireland that in 1854 his great - grandfather, Timothy Eaton, founder of the chain, came to Canada and started up that first store on Queen Street, Toronto, he said. ville store, located at the corner of McCowan Road and Highway 7, between Markham and Unionville, was in- corporating "many innovative ideas, un dreamed of in Timothy Eaton's day." .. As part of the opening ceremony, Eaton presented the "first customer," selected from the crowd, with a bouquet of roses, plus another gift for the mother and her child. He also presented Margaret Connor, a 30- year employee, with an original watercolor by Ontario artist, Ken Hanson, for the staff lounge. The new store has two shopping levels, with wheel -chair ac- cessibility, two mall entrances, two parking entrances on the main level, and one on the upper, and a 136-seat deli -cafe. Store services in- clude: Eaton's Travel, Glenby Beauty Salon, alterations, customer and medical services, women's and men's fashions, and Pepper - tree, junior women's fashion department. The store is open from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Satur- day. Manager is Jerry Barss. Car rally GREENWOOD — Sixty- five participants and 24 automobiles joined in the second annual Greenwood Car Rally, May 16, sponsored by the Greenwood Tennis Club. The route, extending over 84 kilometers, was set out by John Head and Bob Blackburn. Prizes for the event were donated by Paddock Shell Service Station; Village Travel Shoppe; The Red Stallion; Balsam General Store; Greenwood General Store; Brooklin Esso Station; Brown's Foodmaster and Atlas Polar Company. There was a tie for first place between drivers Les Fisher and Gerry Bates. Their respective navigators were Karen McGuire and Bob Mason. Other placements follow: Bill Smith (driver) and Marjorie Bryant, second; Roy Brown and Maggie Brown, third; Jodi Arnts and Lisa Arnts, fourth; Peter Robertson and Scott Blackburn, Michael Nicholson and Sandra Lyons, tied for fifth; Rick Bleasdale and Anita Day, sixth; Peter Selby and Val Selby, seventh; John Bryant and Jan Smith, eighth; John Bleasdale and Carol Smith, ninth. I Talented musicians Students of Valley View School, Greenwood, under the direction of Caroline McGregor, presented their annual music night, May 19, before an appreciative audience. Two of the participants in the program were Jennifer Spratley (left), clarinet and Jennifer Alma, flute. Both are students in Grade 8. — Jim Thomas. Giriswija.aehievement Six area girls were the recipients of County Honors' diplomas K.ti. i, twoomin; Lu,11a .a�,�..,�,, _••--• --_ _______, _ _____ at a 4-H Achievement Program, Thursday, in St. Bernadette's Lessard, R.R. 1, Brooklin; Sus Claremont 21 Claremont and Church Hall, Ajax. Presented with certificates were (left to Martha Cole, Whitby. ---- Jim Thomas. right) - Karen Malcolm, R.R. 1, Locust Hill; Debbie Waltham, Seventeen year old Dale Pascoe of Green- The presentation was made by Beverley Brook, wood received her Provincial Honors diploma. Home Economist, York -Durham Regions. ---Jim Thomas. BROOKLIN — Forty-five years ---- a period of organizational longevity that's deserving of recognition. For Brooklin Jr. Farmers, this anniversary occasion was celebrated Saturday with a banquet and dance in the Community Centre at Ux- bridge. Members both past and present attended. There were a number of past -presidents in the audience including Bill Clark of Kinsale who held the position in 1944. Others holding this office in- clude — John Knox (1937-39) ; Ken Holliday (1940-41) ; John Dryden (1942-43) ; Charles Hamer (1945); Hugh Miller (1946); James Armstrong (1947); John Howden (1948); Everson Norton (1949); Bill Boyes (1950-51); Doug Coates (1952); Francis Wilson (1953); Vernon Barrett (1954) ; Bill Werry (1955); Douglas Alves (1956); Ron Werry (1957); Bob Holliday (1958) ; Ron Neale (1959); Fred Taber (1960; Frank Barkey (1961); Grant Carson (1962); Aubrey Carson (1963) ; Murrav Jones (1964); Murray Brooklin Jr. Farmers hold successful reunion tribute to John Knox, charter president of the Brooklin Jr. Farmers. She described Mr. Knox as "a man with a vision" and "the reason for our existence". The family of John and Jean Knox have all played an active role in Jr. Farmers' work, she said, with daughter Pat and son Ken serving at the Association's provincial level. In 1967, it amalgamated with the Junior Farmers. Past - presidents of this organization include : Margaret (Hamer) Isngard, Zarah (Gee) Holliday, Ruth Dryden, Kay (Winter) Walker, Reta (Parish) Mountjoy, Helen (Jackson) Werry, Mary (Boyes) Murdoch, Wilma (Mountiov) Norton, Mary Boyes, Anna Phillips, Gloria (Cooper) Frewes, Lois McMillan, Jeanine (Werry) Carson, Anne (Dryden) Mudge, Evelyn Jones, Freda (Draper) Vernon, Marilyn (Downey) Beatty, Sharyn Jones and Doreen (Jones) Stickwood. Anne Sonley, a member of the reunion committee, paid t3 Mrs. Adelaide Hoodless, Co -Founder Mrs. E. D. Smith, first President Mrs. Chas. Macoun, first F WIO Secretary Mr. Erland Lee, Co -Founder Mrs. Wm. Todd, first F WIO President Women's Institutes Eightv-Five Years Later February 19, 1897 was a day that made history. One hundred and one women and one man, Mr. Lee, were the newsmakers at the turn of the century. February 19, 1982, will mark the 85th Anniversary of the founding of the first Women's Institute in the world. The family was the core -reason for founding Women's Institutes, and remains so, to this day. Women's Institute members for the last 85 years have stood by the concept of strengthening the family unit and encouraged women to go beyond their homes and farms to help one another think as individuals. The formation of local branches quickly snow -balled in Ontario and it wasn't long before the work spread into other Provinces in the Dominion. Men have played an important role in the Women's Institute, especially, in the first thirty years. Although it is questionable if any WI members would have enjoyed the benefits of the organization over the last 85 years without the support of their husbands. In Ontario, back as far as 1896, Mr. Erland Lee heard Adelaide Hoodless speak, and herein lies the key to the formation of Women's Institutes. Just as the family unit, back at the turn of the century, depended on the mother and father for guidance, the Women's Institute would not have been organized without a woman (Adelaide Hoodless), who had a desire to tell the community about her problem and concern, and a gentleman (Erland Lee), who recognized the importance of the situation and encouraged a gathering of women, where she would have a receptive audience. In our 85th year, Ontario WI's are encouraging members of FWIC and the Constituent Societies belonging to that group, to recognize and accept the fact, that the first WI in the world had co-founders, Mrs. Hoodless and Erland Lee. This will be on the agenda at the 1982 National Convention and Ontario members are hopeful bias will not shade the decision. With the formation of Branches throughout Canada, it was inevitable that the Women's Institutes were destined for overseas. The Ontario born and educated Madge Robertson, moved to British Columbia, married Alfred Watt, and be- came a dedicated member of the Metchosin Wl. After his death, she and her sons moved to England just before World War 1. After war was declared, Mrs. Watt could see that rural women, if organized, could play an important part in planting garden plots from which the vegetables could feed the local residents. With the assistance of two influential men, a WI was organized in Flanfair, Wales, in 1915. The Federated Women's Institutes of Ontario have spear -headed projects, such as, assuming ownership of the Erland Lee ( Museum) Home, where history was made when the original Constitution was written. Thousands of dollars have been invested in the educational projects for the youth, not only in Ontario, but overseas, too. Assisting women in third -world countries has been beyond ques- tion, an important facet of the WI work, where strong support was given, along with other Constituent Societies, to the Associated Country Women of the World, projects. Now in 1982, where do we stand as an organization in our community? History will record, in the beginning, the WI and the Church, were the organiza- tional strengths in rural areas of Ontario. Today, we compete with a host of other local organizations, as well as leisure -time activities, such as we've never experienced before. Our role has become more difficult, so it becomes much more important to define our goals and objectives. We cherish the past, but we cannot live on previous accomplishments. All those important roles we have played over the past 85 years were not in vain. However, in the 1980's, our reasons ;,.• being, our objectives for existence, must be motivated toward the needs of the present-day woman. A re -thinking of direction and a re -defining of structure may be the answer. r-_ I I C, Hotel welcomes ladies Two lovely young ladies entering the Brougham Central Hotel`.' Such a practice would not have been thought proper at the turn of the century. However, at "History in Action Day" on the grounds of the Pickering Museum at Greenwood, last weekend, Lynn Bishop (left) and Melinda Masters, both of Pickering, had no fears at the reception awaiting them inside. Jim Holt. When you eat at some restaurants these days you need an after -dinner mint — like the one in Ottawa. EA46/ TORONTO STAR, TUE.SDAY, MAY 18, 1982 Historic Lishman farm gets laving restoration Century homestead passed through generations By Jane McDonald AJAX — While many people busily spruce up their homes now that the nice weather is here, the Lishman farm on Westney Rd. is receiving much more than a spring cleaning. Designated a century farm by Ajax's Local Architectural Conserva- tion Advisory Committee, the field- stone house has been receiving some careful refurbishing. "It's more than just a modern patch -up job," said Bob Wright, one of the half -dozen advisory committee members who, under the Ontario Heritage Act, identify, catalogue and tryto conserve local architecture of historic significance. The farm has remained in the same family since the mid-1800s. The house was built with.stones gathered from the fields of the surrounding 150 acres. Most of the land, except for two acres, was sold to a develop- er eight years ago, enabling Alan and Myra Lishman to pay for repairs to the stone work. Original deed Mrs. Lishman, 76, was born in the house which has been passed down through the female side of the Butts family. The Lishmans still have the original deed to the property, signed with an X. "Aaron Butts came to Canada from New York state in 1847," said Bill Lishman, son of Alan and Myra and a member of the fifth generation to grow up in the house. "They were Quakers and came up with the United Empire Loyalists. They were passivists." The Lishman home is one of three buildings the conservation group has had designated as historic sites. But, Wright said, that in itself doesn't carry much weight. `Aware of history' "It does provide an opportunity of making people aware of the history," he said. "Our concern is block -bust- ing — people who might knock down older homes to make way for some- thing new." Two other properties the advisory committee has been successful in having designated are the Hermit- age, the former Pickering College and later summer estate of E. L. Ruddy; and the Pickering Beach Schoolhouse, a one -room reminder of the past. The future use of these two unoc- cupied buildings is being considered sd money can be raised for their res- toration. The committee has a list of 200 more buildings it hopes to pre- serve, most of them in the former Pickering Village where the Lish- man home is located. Costs prohibitive "Our biggest problem is finances," said Wright, who runs an advertising agency in Ajax. "The cost of restor- ing many of these buildings is prohibitive. We do have some funds which we receive from municipal council, but that only provides a sparse operating budget which bare- ly covers our cateloguing." Lishman was enthusiastic about having his home designated by the committee because, now, if it is sold, the house cannot be altered in any major way unless Ajax council ap- proves. The council has six months to make a decision. "The idea is to' so that it is not tranedn detrimental way," Wright said. "Peo- ple sometimes fear that this will af- fect the resale value of their home but some of the more successful (architectural conservation) com- mittees in the province have found the opposite to be true. `A prestigious thing' "It's become, in places like Kingston, Oakville and Thornhill, a prestigious thing. People ask for designation." The elderly Lishmans are happy that they were able to make the needed improvements to the home their ancestors built with their own hands almost 200 years ago. Their children, one lives in British Colum- bia and another in Blackstock, doubt they will take over the homestead. "You know," said Alan Lishman, "the lock on the bathroom door was manufactured by a blacksmith in 1847. It's been in use ever since and works as well today." /--. Fieldstone work: John Shaw-Rimmington a century Tarm L)y HJaA Z, L-� u, , " -- - - pays careful attention to stone work on Lish- Coned wit Authority. approval if it is sold it can't be man farm. The farm has been designated as GREENWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL REUNION Saturday May 229 1982 and Sunday May ?3, 1982 ..VW a P-11l: 11urary, was and his former teacher, Edith (Stewart) Gambaretti. A banquet revisited by former teachers and students on the weekend during and dance was enjoyed in the Community Centre, Saturday a community reunion that brought together friends from a wide evening with a special service in the church, Sunday morning. area. Reunited here are former student David Silcox of Toronto —Jim Thomas. At Greenwood School reunion sparks memories GREENWOOD — Memories. Nothing recalls a period from out of the past like a school reunion. Former Greenwood teachers and students were afforded this opportunity during a two-day gathering that included the school, the church and the entire community. While each person present related to a particular period in history, none could match the recollections of 93 year old Mae Brown, described by M.C. John Paxton as "a stranger to no one". Mae, a platform guest at Saturday's opening ceremonies, astounded her audience with tales dating back to the turn of the century. She recalled not only Canada's last Prime Minister, The Hon. John D. Diefenbaker (a one-time pupil there), but also his father, W. T. Diefenbaker, a teacher at S.S. No. 9. "He was tall and slim with black wavy hair," she said, "and eyes that would look right through you". She recalled how everyone was given a two-day vacation while he moved into his boarding house "down the hill". The school term started at Easter, she said. Often, the roads were so bad, there was no school at all. She recalled walking two miles "through a swamp", then along the Westney Road. A teacher's salary of $400 per year was common, she said, and out of this, he or she had to pay rent. Other speakers included The Hon. George Ashe, M.P.P. and Regional Councillor Gerry Fisher. Past teachers in at- tendance included — Emily (Petty) Pearse; Edith (Stewart) Gamboretti; Isabel Rutledge; Elva Stearman, and Jerry Stachow. Chairman Paxton praised the ambitious reunion under- taking headed by Wanda (Moore) Pitchforth, now of Oshawa. He introduced other members on the committee. A banquet and dance in the Community Centre concluded the day's activities. Teachers - pupils �.. 13 s _ together again GREENWOOD — Months of planning will reach a high point here on the weekend as hundreds gather for a reunion that includes not only former students and staff teachers of Greenwood School (S.S. No. 9, Pickering) but the entire community. The historic event will span two days with a dinner and dance at the Community Centre, Saturday evening and a service in Greenwood Church, Sunday morning. Visitors are expected from as far distant as . Florida, British Columbia and Alberta. Guests will register be- tween 1 and 2 p.m., Saturday with opening ceremonies at 2:15. Displays, including student photos, will be set up in the new building (Valley View) and at the old site, now a public library. The Pickering Museum, now re -located in Greenwood, will be open all afternoon. A reunion dinner is scheduled for 6:30 with a dance to follow at nine. Rev. T.H. Fleetham, a former pastor, will bring the message at a community worship Sunday at eleven. Participants in Saturday's ceremonies will include M.P. Scott Fennell; M.P.P. George Ashe; Pickering Mayor Jack Anderson; Regional Councillor Gerald Fisher and Town Councillor Nora Stoner. John Paxton is Master of Ceremonies. "I'm really pleased with the way everything has gone," Wanda (Moore) Pitchforth told The Tribune, "we've been working on it for a year and now it's here". Others on the organizing committee are — Shirley (Gardiner) Kapuscin- ski, Bonnie (Moore) Tapley, Rita Fisher, Kenn McTaggart, Steve Jackman and John Paxton. The former Greenwood School, built in 1860, is known across Canada due to its association with the late John Diefenbaker. Mr. Diefenbaker was a pupil there when his father, the late W. T. Diefan- baker was a teacher. Mr. Diefenbaker visited to the site May 28, 1957. Other teachers there in more recent years have in- cluded — Elva Stearman, Audrey Hopkinson, Elizabeth Johnston, Mildred Eastwood, Jerry Stachow, Edna Green, Eileen Puckrin, Helen Kean, Edith Stewart, Emily Petty, Gwen Lade, Robert Hunt, Wm. Maffey, Pearl Hickson, Isabel Rutledge, Marion Brandon, Jean McWhirter, Lillian Plewman, Marian Fraser and Kathleen Webster. The minutes of meetings dated 1860, indicate that a quarter acre of land was purchased from Edward Jackson for $49.47 and added to the original site. The former schoolhouse was sold for..$37 and moved from the property to a location across the road. The present building was constructed at a price of $1,039.00 with the overseer (architect) receiving $29.72 for his services. Greenwood's famous school bell, with a ring that could be heard for miles, was purchased by special levy from St. James Cathedral in Toronto. The price, including transportation and framework was $99. A basement was added in 1929 and hydro installed in 1946. Over a period of years, people change. However, these for- Shown here (left to right) are — Rosemary (Scriver) Pascoe of mer classmates didn't require labels as a means of identification. Marmara; Bonnie (Moore) Tapley, West Hill and Karen iItwas just that their married names were difficult to remember. (Clarke) Debrecen of Winnipeg, Manitoba. —Jim Thomas. As long as lands sit unused airport issue is not dead , ft.,J �'` � - Councillor Alex Robertson Last week in Regional Council, Councillor De Hart apparently was subjected to a good deal of ridicule because he brought forward a motion supporting an airport in Pickering. This motion was seconded by myself, and I noticed that the Metro Span newspapers made certain derogatory remarks regarding this seconding, and my being involved in the Pickering's Bay News. On Sunday and Monday of this week there was a large fire on ten acres of land owned by the federal government which was used for an illegal dump. In the early hours of Tuesday morning there were two cases of arson, one in a house and one in a barn. The house has been standing vacant since it was purchased by the federal government, and the barn was in a state of disuse. The dump was full of wood from des- troyed properties. These fires not only tied down the local firemen and volunteers from all over Pickering, but will cost the tax- payers a vast sum of money in over- time. The lands around the Claremont area, owned by the federal govern- ment and purchased to build an air- port, lie arid and unused, except for the renting of the houses, and a few acres of the 1,150 acres, which are cultivated. Possibly Councillor. De Hart's motion was not worded to suit the opponents of an airport. Possibly the Pickering Airport is a dead issue, but as long as those lands are left sitting in a state that creates a rural slum in the Town which I represent, the issue is not dead. It is time that the federal government either does something to fulfill their obligation to the people, not only of Pickering, but of the Province., or they do something about the rural slum which they, have created Arson and destruction of property on the airport land is a common occur- rance; this week's incident only serves to highlight a regular thing. I seconded the motion of Councillor De Hart and am seconding the motion of Councillor Cahill locally, to bring forward some pertinent facts. The Region can go three ways. They can sit back and say that the issue is dead, and hope the problems will go away. They can attempt to bring in a smaller facility such as a cargo airport, or they can go after the big prize and attempt to get the federal government out of the agricultural lands of Picker- ing. The decriers of the motion are, perhaps, comfortable with the status quo, and will follow the time honoured course of doing nothing. Those with some imagination will attempt the cargo airport course, and those who are concerned about pre- serving the agricultural lands of the Region, and believe that farm owner- ship is better than farm or house rental, will demand that the lands be returned to private ownership. In the meantime, those who wish to decry us who wish to keep the issues alive, and poke ridicule, can live in their own small world. I will concern myself with the larger issues of the Town of Pickering, where I reside. Regional councillor ward 2 Alex Robertson r� 4 terrcWa-_hg_e4,s to open, 4 to close along Highway 401 PICKERING — The Ontario transporta- tion ministry will build at least four new interchanges along Highway 401 in Dur- ham Region in the next few years, a minis- try planner says. The ministry also plans to close as many as four present interchanges between Scar- borough and Oshawa, Cliff Lumley of the ministry's planning and design branch said in an interview. The ministry hopes to begin construction of a new interchange at Whites Rd., about 4.8 kilometres east of the Scarborough boundary, by late this year. The inter- change, expected to cost at least $4.5 mil- lion, is due for completion two years later. That's when the Liverpool Rd. inter- change, which now carries traffic only to and from the west, will be closed. Though many property owners in the area opposed the closing, they now appear to have ac- cepted it, said Gary Smith, president of the East Shore Ratepayers' Association. "It's really not that much of an issue now." The Ajax -Pickering Board of Trade, how- ever, has objected to closing of the Liver- pool interchange. Extension of GO train service to Oshawa and opening of the Whites Rd. interchange will reduce conges- tion at Liverpool, said Heinz Raedisch, vice- president of the board. Closing of the Liverpool-401 connection will be inconvenient for residents and could hurt business at the nearby Sheridan Mall, he added. The ministry also plans new interchanges at New Westney Rd. and New Pickering Beach Rd., as well as the Ajax -Whitby Townline Rd. An interchange may also be built at Stevenson Rd. in Oshawa to replace the existing one at Park Rd. which handles General Motors traffic. Older interchanges at Church St. and Harwood Ave. in Ajax will be closed .be- cause of outmoded design, Lumley said. "They're just not built for taking heavy volumes of traffic." The rate of residential development in the area will determine the timing of the projects, he said. The ministry is planning to extend the existing collector system on Highway 401, east from Highway 48 to Brock Rd. in Pickering, while the highway will be widened to eight lanes east of Pick- ering to Oshawa. C 0 a a Q >c0oc`a°: .121 o F O oda°'E o to O >w O w O ee R v, vOi y 7 ° 0 aN >s E a� yo c3o.c�, of ❑ o a a� Q,c.r°�a o a a g E"aVi c= �r O O �y O 7 %, .4 �•, � a. U U C. � of Ura�oo �a�,�°�,ao�E 0 yLw O.A p1w0.� Oo v. wa�`�,, N> °> E O Q +O+ y❑ O N c °CO 0 ao�H.°u���•°�� ° �E..�a���3� Foe of school won't give up battle to save park By Keith Bolender PICKERING — Fred Beer may have lost one battle, but he intends to continue Fighting the war. Beer, chairman of Preserve Our Park committee, represented the losing side at a recent meeting held on the question of whether a school should be built in Shady Brook Park. At the general meeting of the Amber - lea Homeowners Association, 162 votes were cast in favor of building a separate school in the park, part of the Amberlea development. There were 146 votes against the school. Beer claims approximately 25 people who wanted to vote against the school didn't get the chance. "They were turned away because they were told the voting had closed," he says. "The voting closed at 10 p.m., but I understood the meeting wasn't to be over until 10.30. They should have been allowed to vote." Brian Currie, president of the home- owners association, says he wasn't aware that many voters were turned away. Came too late "Everyone knew what time the meet- ing was. By 9.15 p.m. everyone at the meeting had voted. By 9.30, I said the voting would be closed. We waited a few more minutes, no one else came up to vote, so it was closed." Currie says one person approached him after the voting was closed. "And one more phoned me later that night to say he didn't get the chance to vote. But I'm not aware there were 25." Kathy Fullion, secretary of the Amberlea Homeowners Association, says the general meeting was held to give the executive some direction. "We didn't know what the majority of association members wanted, if they were in favor of the school or not. Now, we halve a majority favoring the school." She said the executive will appear be- fore council to tell it of the homeowners' support for the school. Beer says he also plans to go before council to present his side of the argu- ment. Petition planned "I plan to circulate a petition for those against the school, and I'll present it to council as soon as possible," he says. Beer stresses he's not against separate schools, but simply wants to retain the parkland. The Durham Separate School Board has indicated in the past it would respect whatever the residents decided. Robert watched Fairview work begin Story and photo By NANCY FIGUEROA Times staff WHITBY — With his straw hat firmly implanted on his head, Robert Lindsey stood tall and proud Wednesday as he attended the sod turning ceremonies for the renova- tions to his home — Fairview Lodge Home for the Aged. "The improvements are going to be alright," he said, moments after the ceremony was completed. Lindsay, a three year resi- dent at Fairview, was one of about 50 residents who eager- ly clapped as the sod was turned. Yes, it's going to be an improvement," said Lind- say. Work on the long -waited renovations begins Tuesday, Doug Johns, commissioner of social services, proudly announced. Johns, Murial Coates Fairview Lodge's ad- ministrator, and a number of others have long pushed for. improvements. At times, however, the've met with stiff objection from regional councillors who said the money being spend, $3 million, is excessive during hard economic times. Yet, in the end, the renova- tions, which will include a new wing, updated washroom facilities, improv- ed heating systems and up- dated fire and safety facilities, won council's ap- proval. Repairs to the 32-year-old senior citizen's home were first realized after a salmonella outbreak there in 1979 was attributed to the deaths of two residents. In 1980 the repairs were estimated to cost. $2.4 million, but, during the two years the project has been discussed, cost escalated to $3 million. Regional officials said Wednesday they are glad that, "at last" construction will be started — before costs have a chance to escalate again. Following the sod turning — by Gary Herrema, regional chairman; Chris Mason, vice chairman of social services and Counc. Diane Hamre — Reg. J. A. Roney, rector at All Saints Anglican Church, Whitby, led a prayer of dedication and benediction. Following that Lindsey, his co -residents at Fairview and regional officals concluded the event with a celebration lunch. "Yes, it's going to be nice," said Lindsey, as he joined with the others for lun- ch. Overcrowded hospital reaches `CT1S1S' pO11lt By Susan Noakes Overcrowding at the Ajax -Pick- ering Hospital has reached a crisis, say hospital staff and administrators, but the Ontario Ministry of Health says there's no money to expand the hospital. Health care is being threatened by delays of two to three a on s for some kinds of surgery and re- peated cancellations of operations as patients wait for beds, says Dr. J. M. Atkinson, chief of staff. The Ministry of Health recently refused to pay for a three -storey addition to the hospital, Nick Peters, chairman of the Durham Health Council,The would have ddeda35 beds to Ian the hospital by 1985. The 127-bed hospital had 133 pa- tients on Monday night and anoth- er seven came in for day surgery yesterday. "If we had a major accident, we could cope, but to the jeopardy of patients already there," he says. One to three-day waits in the emergency department are hard on seriously ill patients disturbed by lights and the noise of people coming and going, he says. Some operations are cancelled at short nonce when the hospital is full, Atkinson says. "People have arranged to get off work, or got a babysitter. It's not fair to them." The hospital's intensive -care unit has no beds and the pediatric unit is filled with chronic -care and post operative patients. With the hospital overflowing in September, staff are apprehensive about January and February when the number of people need- ing hospital care rises. On stretchers The surplus patients are filling stretchers in the resuscitation rooms, which should be reserved for heart -attack or accident vic- tims needing urgent care, Atkin- son says. 111 can no longer guarantee care to the community," the harassed chief of emergency, Dr. David Hancock, said in an interview. Staff are tense and overworked, he says. When someone comes in unex- pectedly, staff must spend five to ten minutes shuffling beds, Han- coc sas>— - Wednesday, OCTOBER 20, 1982 The 4-H Homemaking Clubs of Durham South held their fall Gammage (centre) of Claremont. In charge of the program was Achievement Day, Oct. 16 at Latcham Community Centre, Port Beverley Brook, Home Economist, York and Durham. Perry. The event included presentations of Provincial Honors' Certificates to Lisa McTaggart (left) of Greenwood and Darlene Achievement Night for Ontario South Girls model own fashions Gammage (left) of Claremont, received their Provincial and County Honors' Diplomas at Ontario South's 4-H Achievement Program in AJ"A, lllui bUdy nigHL. me made by York -Durham Beverley Brook. presentations were Home Economist ---Jim Thomas. Skirt -vest projects earn clubs praise ONTARIO SOUTH — A colorful and exciting fashion review, highlighted Ontario South's 4-H Achievement Program, Thursday, at St. Bernadette's Parish Centre, Ajax. The show included members from Oshawa, Mount Zion, Greenwood, Claremont, Brooklin and Ajax. Vests and skirts were made by the girls themselves in a project entitled "Ready -Get Set -Sew". Commentators from Claremont were Susan Gammage and Laura Vale. Participants included - Susan and Darlene Gammage, Laura Vale, Courtney Graham, Patti Evans, Karen Carson, Karen Malcolm, Lorna Tapscott, Wanda Townsend, Sherry Carruthers and Annette Reid. Representing Mt. Zion were commentators Beth Carson and Kerie Death Wendy Carson, Dawn Marconi Sandy Jamieson, Linda Jones, Sharyn Fiss, Sharlene Carson, Sharyn Jones, Barb Jamieson and Ingrid Pyker. Jennifer Guthrie served as commentator for Greenwood. Other participants were - Lisa McTaggart, Becca Finlay, Debaie Waltham and Susan Pegg. Three 4-H Homemakers receiieu diplomas, Beth Carson of Mt. Zion and Debby Noonap of Ajax, Provincial Honor:; Susan Gammage of Claremont, County Honors. Presentations were made by York -Durham Home Economist Beverlev Brook. -�/7V191f )J- Address OB1252 MRS MARY E MCLEAN R. R. 1 LOCUST HILL ONT. LOH 1JO OFA Food Basket In the September Food Basket, the retail price of beef was down 10c from the August price to $2.93 per pound. The farm -gate equivalent price was down two cents to $1.89 per pound. This is the fourth month of price declines for beef at both the farm and retail levels. Pork prices, on the other hand, increased 14c per pound over August at retail to reach $2.34 per pound. Farm -gate equivalent prices were up six cents to $1.40 per pound. This resulted in an increase in the farm -to -retail spread of eight cents to 94c per pound. Retail chicken prices remained constant at $1.38 per pound, while the farm -gate equivalent increased one cent to 69c per pound. "Specials" on turkey reduced the retail price from $1.38 per pound in August to $1.18 per pound in September. Egg prices were up one cent per dozen over last month at both farm and retail levels. However, prices for chicken, turkeys and eggs are still below September 1981 prices at both levels. As a result the poultry and eggs component of this month's Food Basket was 27c lower at retail and 10c lower at the farm -gate level than in the September 1981 Food Basket. PRICE FOR MONTH CHANGE FROM YEAR AGO OFA FOOD BASKET Farm Farm Farm SEPTEMBER, 1982 Gate Retail Gate Retail Equiv. Spread Retail Equiv. RED MEATS 21.05 13.28 7.77 1.53 0.48 POULTRY AND EGGS 3.88 2.40 1.48 -0.27 -0.10 DAIRY PRODUCTS 12.63 6.98 5.65 1.05 0.46 GRAIN PRODUCTS 4.55 0.82 3.74 0.20 -0.08 PROCESSED VEGETABLES 2.28 0.34 1.94 0.34 0.02 PROCESSED FRUITS 1.27 0.28 0.99 0.13 0.07 TOTAL 45.67 24.10 21.57 2.97 0.84 CHANGE FROM MONTH AGO 0.12 0.15 -0.03 CHANGE FROM YEAR AGO 2.97 0.84 2.13 PRICES ON SOME ITEMS Average 1980 Average 1981 SEPT. 1981 AUG. 1982 SEPT. 1982 PORK, per pound $ Retail 1.51 1.85 2.02 2.20 2.34 Farm -Gate Equivalent 0.86 1.02 1.20 1.34 1.40 Farm Retail Spread 0.65 0.83 0.82 0.86 0.94 TURKEY, per pound Retail 1.27 1.32 1.38 1.38 1.18 Farm -Gate Equivalent 0.74 0.85 0.86 0.83 0.83 Farm Retail Spread 0.53 0.47 0.52 0.55 0.35 MILK, 21%, 3 quart pouch Retail 1.85 2.15 2.23 2.29 2.39 Farm -Gate Equivalent 1.11 1.28 1.27 1.31 1.31 Farm Retail Spread 0.74 0.87 0.96 0.98 1.08 WHITE FLOUR, 2.5 kg. Retail 1.67 2.26 2.35 2.19 1.99 Farm -Gate Equivalent 0.68 0.83 0.78 0.72 0.72 Farm Retail Spread 0.99 1.43 1.57 1.47 1.27 PEAS, canned, 14 oz. Retail 0.48 0.54 0.59 0.60 0.69 Farm -Gate Equivalent 0.09 0.10 0.10 0.11 0.11 Farm Retail Spread 0.39 0.44 0.49 0.49 0.58 The retail value of dairy products increased 33c to $12.63; mainly due to increases in retail fluid milk prices. The farm -gate equivalent was up five cents to $6.98, resulting from increases in the farm price of milk used in the production of specialty cheeses. The farm price of milk used for fluid consumption did not increase. The grain products and processed fruits and vegetables categories showed little change over last month. The retail value of the OFA Food Basket was $45.67 for September, up 12c from last month and $2.97 or 7% from a year ago. The farm -gate equivalent was up 15c from August at $24.10. This is up 84 cents or 3.6% from September 1981. The farm -to - retail spread was $21.57, down three cents from August and up $2.13 or 11% from a year ago. Gay Lea zone meetings Gay Lea Foods Co-operative is holding its Annual Zone Meetings in the next few weeks and you are invited to attend. The meetings begin with registration of members and guests at 11:00 a.m. followed by the provision of a hot meal at 11:30 a.m. Members will elect 10 Delegates and one Zone Director at both meetings. The Board and Management will present reports on their twenty-fourth year of operations. Gay Lea Foods Co-operative meetings will be held at: Elma Community Centre, Atwood Monday, December 6. Legion Hall, Owen Sound Tuesday, December 7. Congratulations, Bart Bart Huisman, a 39-year old OFA member from St. Catharines, was crowned Grape King at the Niagara Grape and Wine Festival this fall. Huisman's 16-year old daughter submitted his name to the Ontario Grape Growers' Marketing Board for the contest. It selects the best grape grower in the Niagara Peninsula for the annual festival. Huisman has 11 different varieties of grapes on 45 acres. According to the judges, there weren't many weeds, and Huisman's crop had the right ration of wood to fruit on the vines. to save Miller House WHITEVALE — One of the old- est homes in Durham Region has been saved by a group of volun- teers with a keen sense of history. The Miller house in Whitevale, estimated to have been built be- tween 1820 and 1825, was dilapi- dated after standing vacant for many years. Government suggested burning the house. That didn't happen, thanks to a group of concerned citizens in the small hamlet in north Pickering. a. After a summer -long effort, the Miller home is almost completely estored on the outside, and plans re well under way to turn the ouse into a community centre. Whitevale resident Gord Wilson, one of the guiding forces behind Oe restoration, says he wasn't sur- rised at the success of the restora- pon. "I did expect things to be this far Hong. Other homes in Whitevale ave been restored so we knew hat could be expected. It's been a lot of work but it's gone well." Linda Loth, president of the ,Whitevale and District Resident ssociation, says the project is a Warn effort. Outside support "It has been a great deal of ,ork, and I know there were times didn't think we'd do it. But we of a lot of co-operation from the ,sidents here, as well as a great eal of outside support. Local )mpanies donated material and till, and we're very grateful to iem." Since work began in July, the ap- roximately 60 volunteer workers ave torn down two adjacent uildings, carted out two bulk con- iiners of garbage, put in a new iundation, repaired the siding, put up new windows and repaired cracks and holes. The home, located just west of Duffin Creek on the south side of Whitevale's main street, is an example of French Canadian architecture. Built at the same time as the vil- lage's saw mill, the Miller home could have been erected by French Canadians working in the Great Pine Ridge. "It is a very unusual construc- tion for this area," Wilson says. "The vertical boards are pegged top and bottom, the way the French did it." The home was a private resi- dence for more than 100 years, until the provincial government expropriated the property as part of their airport plan, in the early '70s. Left vacant "That's when the house was just left vacant. No one has lived in it since the government took it over. It became badly damaged over the years," Wilson says. It was only until two years ago that the residents banded together and decided to do something about the home. Convincing the different government levels of the feasibil- ity of turning the home into a recreational centre was not easy. "At first we were turned down by Pickering Council, but eventu- ally we convinced them it could be done," Loth says. Although the interior still needs a great deal of work, and won't be worked on until the spring, plans are to use the building during the winter. Wilson says one possible use for it could be as a canteen for hikers and cross-country skiers in the area. The size of the centre — just 20 by 25 feet — will limit activities. ALAN DUNLOP/TORONTO STAR. New look: Workers spruce up the outside of the Miller house, estimated to have been built around 1820, in Whitevale. After a lot of discussion with various levels of government, the house will be a community centre. J "For heaven's sake, Fred, learn to relax!" I 3 0 IT'S TRADITIONAL to line up for Thus gar license took stickers at the end of February. part in the annual affair at the StouButlthe' I using bureau on Main Street East Friday. eups will be a thing of the past with motorists renewing their licenses on their birthday from now on. If you don't have your new sticker on the upper right hand corner of your rear license plate yet, you risk getting a $28 fine — that is if you haven't already gotten one. D24/TORONTO STAR, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1& 1983 - MP defends his handling of vast family fortune The man who presides over the company that controls one of Canada's biggest family fortunes, but which is now millions of dollars in debt, says the complaints of another family member are unjustified. MP Scott Fennell (PC — Ontario), president of Windsweep Corp., says the squabble over the family inheritance is "a family situation and should be kept private." Windsweep manages much of the fortune left by Col. W. Eric Phillips to his two children: Timothy Phillips, 54, of Russell Hill Rd. and Cecil Fennell, who is Fennell's wife. Col. Phillips was a founder of the giant Argu: Corp. Ltd., now controlled by Conrad Black. He -left his children $8.4 million each in 1965, and the two inherited millions more when their mother, Doris, died in 1980. Declare bankruptcy But Timothy Phillips, an artist, has said he may be forced to declare personal bankruptcy within 30 days because Windsweep has piled up huge debts since 1979, when Fennell took over as president. A report prepared by chartered accountants Peat, Marwick, Mitchell and Co. and released by Phillips showed that in 1979 Windsweep had nearly $14 million in assets, with no debts. Now, it's $5.7 million in debt and hasn't paid dividend for the past year. Phillips says Fennell has "stonewalled" him in his efforts to find out about Windsweep's position, even. though Phillips was a director until last June and is still a major shareholder. But in a telephone interview yesterday, Fen- nell countered by accusing Phillips of being uncommunicative. Won't communicate "He won't communicate with us, he won't talk to us," Fennell said. "He's got other'prob- lems of his own that have nothing to do with anything we're doing. "Timothy is the only loser in this thing by bringing it to the attention of the press," he said. Fennell said Phillips was a director of Wind - sweep and "he signed all the minutes of the meetings" at which decisions were taken. "Anything that happened, Timothy had them carefully explained to him." Fennell said he didn't want to comment on specific items in the Peat, Marwick report until he had studied them, but said Windsweep isn't the only company to have problems in the past few years. Scott Fennell: MP says squabble a pri- vate matter. f �r1y Papa Smurf, otherwise children. The famous television character was at the Brookli known as Lloyd Morden of n Esso station on the weekend Greenwood, pumps more gas for the Easter Seal Society and as part of Imperial Oil's Thankful Tankful project. Iphysically -handicapped _Times photo 'Thankful tankfull' By JOHN GOODWIN station took part in the campaign under Times staff which it donates two cents a litre to the Papa Smurf was there, so were lots of society, an amount that is matched by Im- motorists and kids, and at the end of the perial0il.-ross the ear ac day, the big winner was the Easter Seal The goclompared with the $50 00o raised $80,000 , P Society. last year. It was the third annual Thankful But the big visitor of the day in Brooklin Tankful campaign on Saturday for 500 was Papa Smurf, (otherwise known as son Esso dealers across Ontario, and at Llo d Morden) wno was busy all day pum- Brooklin Esso on Baldwin Street, it was my as and handing out candy suckers to also a sort of "all in the family" day for thegkids who wanted to see the famous the Morden family. television character "in the flesh." First, owner Doug Morden was pleased Also busy at the pumps, was Doug with the money they'd raised: "We MAlso s other son, Larry. The day in all pumped just over 6,000 litres and when was, you might say, a Morden "family af- Imperial matches what we raised from fair" om complete with Papa Smurf. our station, the society will get about "We'll be looking forward to the cam- $130." ai n next ear," promised Doug Morden. He said the money raised this year is "a P And to Papa Smurf again he hopes. bit more" than in 1982, the first year the 3-118 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 1983 Drugs, alcohol, women's rights To probe issues Women's Insti- tute (WI) members across the province are taking a look at some controversial issues this year. Women's rights, women's use and misuse of drugs and alcohol, and mic- rotechnology's effect on women in the workplace and in the home, are only some of the suggested topics. These topics, pre- pared by provincial conveners and ex- ecutive members, are being sent to branch conveners in a factsheet to help them plan 1983-84 meetings. Each WI branch can decide which topics or sub -topics it is interested in de- veloping. Co-ordinating this effort is Joyce Can- ning, former home economics super- visor for Ontario Ministry of Agricul- ture and Food (OMAF). Canning says her new post as OMAF's co-ordinator of ru- ral women's groups strengthens the ministry's tie with the 86-year-old WI. "The ministry has always held a close tie with the Women's Institute. But this is the first W Ir __*% time the ministry has been involved in developing specific programming." The objectives of the WI, founded in 1897 by Erland Lee and Adelaide Hood - less, remain un- changed. The WI en- courages sound homemaking skills, develops women's leadership skills, identifies problems and needs in the community, prom- otes resource mate- rial and develops happier, more use- ful citizens. Canning says stronger programs, using these sug- gested topics, rein- forces these objec- tives and may give the WI a united voice on some issues. The WI is one of the largest women's organizations in Ontario, boasting a membership of more than 26,000. Last year, 1,311 new members joined the group. But Canning hopes stronger programs focusing on key women's issues, will attract many more new members. Women's institutes had key farm role: speaker. WHITBY — Women's in- stitutes have played an in- strumental role in shaping Ontario's agriculture in- dustry and rural life, an authority on rural living told the Whitby Historical Society Tuesday. Kay Moorcroft, a teacher at Anderson Collegiate who researched the history of women's institutes as part of her Masters of Educatior studies, outlined the history of women's institutes at Fair- view Lodge. Moorcroft traced the history of the Whitby women's institute, which began as a rural women's organization in 1899 — only the second organization of its kind in the world. Eventually the movement grew into an international organization — the Associated Country Women of the World. Moorcroft is a native of Madoc, Ontario who began her teaching career in a one - room country schoolhouse. A ,�. max;•. ., . t Pre -teen girls attend cooking school L The Claremont Youth Club, organized by the Pickering Parks and Recreation Depart- ment, meets every Saturday morning in the Public School. Last week, classes in cooking were conducted, with excellent results. Participants here are ---Samantha Creet (left) and Kim Wood, both eleven. Total enrolment is now up to seventeen. ---Jim Thomas. Goose bumps: A.:o'l nce at Village Retirement Centre in Pickering thrilled when 74 pupils from Valley View Public School presented the musical Canada Goose. Cast included Joey Foote as the Motto of Canada, Leong as the Wizard of Woe, Lynn Marie Benson the Mayor and Kathy Calvert as the Canada Goose. The 121 soma OF Scarhom�uoyh cou p1e vvho b�ou ht iree-storey mill in Brooklin ieessgrain intoanimal feed By Kilne th Bolender BROKLIN — Five years ago Jim and Hughes took a trip out to Brooin and happened to pass the vil- lage flour mill. One day later they were the proud owners of that mill and they haven't looked back. The Scarborough couple still shake their heads in wonder when they remember how they came to buy the oldest business in the quiet village just north of Whitby. "It seemed like a good idea at the time. The mill was for sale and, I don't know why, we both just felt it would be good for us," Jim says. The historic mill, built in 1848, is a village landmark. When it was appar- ent the new owners would continue in the milling business, there was a huge sigh of relief from the villagers. "The previous owners were con- cerned that maybe it wouldn't contin- ue as a mill. But we wanted it for a mill, even though we didn't know the first thing about it," Jim says. They've learned quickly and now make a solid living from the mill. The three -storey mill, originally used for flour, is now used only to process grain for feed. The flour equipment is still at the mil] but it can't be used as long as the feed is being processed. "It's more lucrative to do animal feed. There's more call for it from a mill like this. And for . obvious health reasons we can't run the flour as well as the feed, so I don't think this mill will ever turn flour again." There is, however, a quaint little shop attached to the mill that sells various flours, candies and sweets. The mill is not the first one in Brooklin. The first burned down in 1847, and this one replaced. it a year later. It was built, on Cassels Rd. E., on swamp land. The foundation shifted in the first year and a long, thin crack resulted all along the back. The crack is still visible and Jim is debating whether to have it filled. Inside the mill most of the equip- ment and construction is original, in- cluding the inch -thick maple floors that look as if they were put in just last week. And some of the ever-present dust has been in the mill since the first year. Jim admits he's still finding all sorts of things as he builds up his business. "There's a lot of the old weigh scales, and the parts of the original elevators are still here. I'm always finding something." Opp Mu Durham -York residents get grants TORONTO— nearly $4 million for a Uxbridge arenas, Durham -York residents sports complex in Beaverton curling club, have received their fair Pickering which is Pefferlaw Lions Hall. share of Wintario grants George A s h e ' s Many small capital but not the $6 million provincial riding. grants for things like mentioned in a Toronto He said Port Perry, equipment for house Star story on Monday. Georgina and East league hockey teams, to MPP R o s s Gwillimbury libraries create new baseball Stevenson said the $6 had received funding as diamonds or to light million figure includes well as Sunderland and existing diamonds. PICKERING/ONTAR IO A LIVING VILLAGE JUST 45 MINUTES DRIVE FROM TORONTO HIGHWAY #7 AND THE VILLAGE OF GREENWOOD (Free Parkiny) For more information call 416-683-2760 or 683-8401 mes: Sarah White is dressed for the part as she istrates the age-old art of spinning at Pickering Mu - Village, situated off Highway 7 it) the village of Pioneer days open museum By Heather Stewart PICKERING — Pickering Museum Village is holding a pioneer festival this weekend to open the season. The village is a restored 19th-century collection of homes and shops, run by the town of Pickering. Visitors will see exhibits and demon- strations of crafts such as carpentry by Russell Loader, quilting by the Rouge Hill Quilters, weaving by the Shuttlebug Weavers and folk art painting. There also will be demonstrations of butter churning, spinning and a display of steam and gas engines from 1870 to 1920. On Sunday at 2 p.m., the Whitby Brass Band will hold a concert. After the pioneer weekend, tours will begin Wednesdays through Sundays. Other activities this summer include an 01' Timers' Day, June 25, a Victorian picnic and children's games day, July 17, an exhibition of the horse's role in pio- neer life, Aug. 14, and the Histoi,Y-In-Ac- tion weekend, Sept. 17 and 18. Admission is $1.50 for adults, $1 for seniors and students and 50 cents for children. There is no charge for pre- schoolers. Pickering Museum Village is. at I igh- way 7 and the village of Greenwood. For details call 683-2760 or 683-8401. EF Pick ,;;oy when she had Jeff Pegg trapped in the antique seat outside of the Bible Christian Opening of Pickering Museum - young (iraig McQueen from Whitby found the large steam whestle fascinating during his visit to the museum in Honor teacher on retirement By Mildred McTaggart GREENWOOD — Mildred Corbett, a teacher 441/s years, is retiring at the end of the June term. A reception in her honor will be held June 17 at E.A. Fairman School, Whitby. Mr. and Mrs. Les Wilson attended graduation ceremonies this week at Convocation Hall, University of Toronto, when daughter Janice received her M.A. degree in business ad- ministration. Janice is employed as an in- vestment assistant with Dupont of Canada Inc., Toronto. Linda and Peter Holmes and daughter Heather, have returned from a month's vacation in Australia and New Zealand. Peter once lived in Australia when but a small boy. They spent three weeks with his parents near Perth and a few days in New Zealand where Peter renewed acquaintances with school friends. En route home, they stopped off in Hawaii and San Fran- cisco. Durham Region track meet was held at Oshawa Civic Field, June 4. Tim Alma of Valleyview School came first in the high jump; Greg Butler, third in the long jump; Sharlene Carson, fourth in the high jump; Jen- nifer Spratley, fifth in the standing long jump and Beth Bendle, fifth in the 800 meters. The U.C.W. will be in charge of the service in Greenwood Church, June 14. Bay News Girls Of The Week Isabella AJdis, Mildred McTaggart and Marion O'Brien taking advantage of the Rink Time for Seniors at the Sports Complex Pickering. Marion O'Brien who used to skate at North York would like to see more. 60's plus come out and join them 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. She said keep active and skatingi,, is one way to do it, and you'll never grow old. So all you young 60's plus. Lets see you at the rink. JTM bW rM n W VM THE TOWN OF PICKERING'S CHIEF LIBRARIAN Thea Driessch- en's books are still as popular as ever, a trend which is bucking the trend of libraries in other municipalities which are closing down due to lack of funding and patronage. "We have never cut back on any library hours," Thea explained Friday morning. "We have never cut back on any library hours," Thea explained Friday morning. "We have increas- ed our hours at Claremont. Next year we will probably increase the hours in Greenwood. The demand is there." Thea has been chief librarian for five years and in the Pickering system for 13. How does a library stock up? "We order a lot of them from the Midwestern Regional Processing Centre in Kitchener. The ordering is done through the Ontario Regional Library System. We get the publisher's catalogues and go to their meetings. Publishers will send us their representatives with catalogues and new books." The town's library system consists of the Bay Ridges, Claremont, Old Greenwood School House, Rouge Hill and Whitevale branches. The branch heads take turns going to Richmond Hill to make their selections and recommendations. Then Thea makes the final decisions on how much and what to order. The most popular books in the 78,000 volume Pickering system are those dealing with popular fiction. Thea says the librarians take suggestions from their patrons and gear their stock to them. "You mentioned that there are less people reading," continued Thea. "Actually there has been a greater demand for a lot of material from the authors seem on talk shows." Thea is in a position to have her finger on the pulse of the community. She explains that the Fumber of baby and child care books going out these days shows a younger gener- ation of people coming into Pickering. Job resume books are also very popular. Thea's staff includes 10 full time people, 10 student pages, nine part timers and one custodian and courier, Arthur Armstrong. Problems include "the staff and material time in sending people overdue notices. It's worth $7,000 a year or more. And that's not counting the books that we never get back." But overall "the council has been very good to us" and with Thea's expertise, the Town of Pickering Public Library system continues to be one of the exceptions in the field of book loaning. A hamlet with history Greenwood cherishes its pleasant lifestyle By Keith Bolender oF all the towns, villages and ham- lets in Durham Region, probably none has a better sense of its history than Greenwood. The hamlet, population 300, tucked away in north Pickering and is dominat- ed by the long steep hill running through its main street. At the top of that hill sits the old schoolhouse, now used as the public li- brary. At the bottom of the hill lies the other major historical site, the Pickering 'N'Iu- seum Village, which was moved to Greenwood four years ago. And in between there are over a dozen interesting old homes. One of the best places to delve into Greenwood's history is the library. There librarian Mildred McTaggart takes care of the records and photos of the past. One cherished photo is of an 1899 school class. In the third row, four stu- dents in, sits a sullen -looking 4-year-old boy with long curls. "That's John Diefenbaker," 1lcTag- gart points out. "He went to school here for a couple of years. His father was the teacher here." The school, built in 1860, was turned into office space when the new school went up next.door in 1963. It became a library three ,years ago, when the Brougham library was shut down. It's only open a few hours three times a week, but the response has been good, the librarian says. . Another Greenwood landmark is the corner store at the bottom of the hill. Operated by 3largBleasdale, the store has had its share of tough times and al- most closed last year because of poor business. "It..hasn't been a success, there just aren't enough people," Bleasdale says. "And this year, with construction on the Highway 7 bypass, we've had almost no tourists." The store was saved when shares were sold to the people of Greenwood, who have bought 60 per cent of the operation. Although Greenwood, for the ' most part, is a quiet community, one issue is raising some emotions. A plan to build a subdivision in the PHOTOS:ANNE LEVENSTON hamlet has met with opposition, chiefly from resident Ann Gifford who fears her well will be contaminated if the plan goes ahead. "I live at the bottom of the hill, and if those homes are put in at the top, our well could be affected," she says. "I don't think we need the subdivision. It's prime agriculture land they want to build on." The plan, already passed at Pickering Council, originally called for 17 homes. It's been reduced to nine homes on one - acre lots, but Gifford fears, "The devel-' opens will simply ask for and get permis- sion to build more." However, ratepayers chairman George Martin, favors the plan as a why to control growth in Greenwood. "'There won't be many homes, they \a ill he large and conform to the style of the village. I think allowing this project is a good way to avoid that mass devel opment that has affected other small towns," Martin says. Both sides consider themselves to be fighting to preserve the quality of life in Greenwood. Nearby all Greenwood's residents are motivated by a strong de- sire to preserve the hamlet's way of life. The way it was: History buffs visit Greenwood to see Pickering Museum Vil- lage, where costumed workers Sarah White, left, and Michelle Dinelle perform pioneer chores. Village is setting for 13 historic buildings. The old-fashioned way The Pickering Museum, located at Greenwood, opened its doors to the public, June 12, with activities continuing into the early fall. Here Dana Biernacki of Pickering, operates an old-fashioned spin- ning wheel in old-fashioned surroundings. The refurbished Cole house, originally from 16th Avenue, Markham, dates back to around 1875. ---Jim Thomas (;H. SECTION . Fish story: Among the rural pleas- ures Greenwood offers is fishing in Duffins Creek, where, on occasion, huge salmon have been hooked, anglers say.The hamlet, population 300, has one corner store. School: Pride of the Durham hamlet of Greenwood is this old schoolhouse which has been a focal point of the area for over a century and is now the public library. Plaque on school is shown at left. l M Day trip to another world doesn't cost much A i get R � P • BYSMARY D)E LANEY Times Staff GREENWOOD — You set out from a large wooden building, down wooden stairs cut into the hillside. Below you lies the valley of Duffin's Creek, the waving tree tops still cloaked in an early morning mist. Red - winged blackbirds call from the tops of the spruce. A chip- munk scolds as you make your descent. Down the winding path, through a soft green forest of ferns and cedars, down, down into another world, another time. The 19th century. This is the Pickering Museum Village, not to be confused with Pickering Village, a real place down on Highway 2 in the Town of Ajax. Pickering Village Museum is in Greenwood, just off Highway 7, east of Brougham. The museum used to be in Brougham, in fact, but was moved in the late seventies after the land was expropriated for the international air- port that never was. Both Brougham and Greenwood are in the Region Municipality of Pickering, hence the name. The village is as much a tribute to modern citizens as it is to the early settlers of the area. Most of the artifacts, in- cluding the buildings themselves, were donated by area residents for the enjoyment of future generations. With the future of Brougham itself up in the air, due to the mothballed airport plans, it has ensured the village will never be forgotten, even if it ceases to be. The buildings and artifacts date from 1830 to 1900, rang- ing from a primitive log home to a comfortable middle class home of the later century, complete with piano. The Pickering Museum Village is not on a par with Up- per Canada Village or the Black Creek Pioneer Vilhoro if Well, mom and dad, It's that time of the year a and near Durham where You can take your family for a School is out and soon the kids wW be saying some= small break acM do It at little cost. like: ""I'm so bored. What can I do today? , Our first Get Away on the Whitby Page is about Picker - To way, we have Vrefl some a feature wf that e started laIn an st yearn be little mmVillauseum takes you into the he cost? earl pioneerinper g days It's called Get Away and its stories about those places in of our region. Y pioneering Y / �--Lt Pickering Museum Hi'ostory'* Action GREENWOOD — There'll be "History in Action" in more ways than one this weekend at Greenwood. For it marks the return to action of the former Pickering Museum at Brougham after an absence of three years when it was all but rendered obsolete by the federal government's ex- propriation of its land for an airport. Since that time, 13 buildings and 35,000 artifacts have been removed to the new site where it will all come to life again Saturday and Sunday. It, was a gigantic operation, according to Pickering recreation director, Tom Quinn. "Just think of moving your house, times 150." He said every means possible were used to relocate the buildings and contents, "except, airplanes." Quinn said there were still numerous artifacts stored at the old site, which will eventually be moved to Greenwood. The museum is more than just a museum. It is, in fact, a village, in which antique cars, steam engines, crafts, cutlery, dinnerware, quilts, gowns and other reminders of a less hectic age, are on display. The village, and museum occupy 27 acres - compared to six at the Brougham site - just off Highway 7 in Greenwood. There's a huge parking lot, just outside, director Quinn said: after that, it's a brisk hike over the Duffin Creek bridge, where the rest of the modern world disappears and the old village takes over. History in Action weekend begins with a parade through Beerfest `4 PICKERING —� Do beer festivals and pioneer festivals go hand -in -hand? Pickering's pioneers might ,lave said no but the Town fathers said yes at a special meeting of Council, July 22. A request from the Greenwood Ratepayers' kssociation for permission to cold a Beerfest in connection ,vith History -in -Action Festivities for the weekend of Sept. 13 was approved. Since a special occasion permit is required, the `green light' must also come from the Liquor Licence Board of On- tario. Greenwood, Saturday morning starting at 9:30 a.m. complete with hands and antique cars. It also co-incides with "Green- wood Day," which features games, exhibits, a beer tent and a dance at night. -ter..• - .. . THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 1980 Ajax edges Greenwood in tournament Despite a good pitching performance from nament in Claremont to Ajax, Saturday. Udora Grant Pascoe, Greenwood lost the consolation beat the Goodwood Seniors to capture the title. title of the Intermediate Men's Fastball tour- Ed Schroeter Picker'g Museum Upper Canada era relived in Greenwood By GARY ADAMACHE A winding log staircase descends a slope and enters a scented cedar forest. A brook trickles water from a sub- merged spring onto the trail. A rustic, reeled, swamp bares its untouched, wild beauty from a vantage point. Through the crisp, cool, air of the forest, along a bridge which ford's Duffin's Creek and up over a distant rise is the outline of a log cabin. The Pickering Museum in the Village of Greenwood is a nucleus of buildings which once adorned the surrounding area from a time when Ontario was known as Upper Canada. Each building has been restored to its respective era appearance by local restorers. Along with the buildings there is a menagerie of pioneer implements, Victorian MELINDA MASTERS (left) and Margaret Bleasdale dress in period costumes at Pickering Museum in Goodin o wood. Museum will hold History in Action weekend Sep- tember 13 and 14. machinery ana assurLeu uateu artifacts including a collection of gas and steam engines. The dwellings include a log barn, a hotel, a tailor's shop, a harness shop, the Cole's house, the Collin's house, a blacksmith's shop, a log cabin, the Bible Christian Chapel and the Odd Fellows Hall from Whitevale. The antique machinery in- cludes old metal -wheeled farm implements with oxen har- nesses, a sleigh, a sawmill, a church bell, a bailing machine, a, seed packer and a steam locomotive. Old carts, sulkies, wagons and buggies are on display. At one time the museum was located at Brougham, just two, miles from the present site Greenwood. It was propriated for the airport cost of $600,000 and t splanted to the secludes' The museum is oper 10:00 a.m. to 5 P. �7 Wednesdays to Sun September when it for weekends. On 13th and 14, the Action weekend wi' f The steam and g I will be rolling • sawmill, shir • • butter chur • weaving, c • .' ning, quiltin • , • Picnic tat • • , • along with • • • • • To react • • .' �/ Highway North t m turn ri Green at Gr No. 7 kilou two Broughan..� Pickering Museum opening by Stephen Salmaniw GREENWOOD - For some miles as you travel east on Hwy. 7 from Brock Rd., the. purple and gold signs have been telling you that the Town of Pickering Museum is coming up. Then suddenly there is a dip in the road and you see a large Swiss Chalet Park sign and a small arrow across the road from it telling you a right hand turn is need- ed to reach your destination. You have arrived. But wait! Where is the museum? All that can be seen from the parking lot is one solitary wooden hall where two young teens greet you with a smile. You walk into the building and are handed several pamphlets on the museum and others like it in Ontario. Then you notice the brand new, pine - log -hewn steps leading down into the vallev behind the hall. "Just follow the steps," says one of the youngsters. You thank him and start off down a winding, bush -covered trail into a world that is not part of ours A squirrel runs across your path pay- ing little heed. The scent of freshly stripped pine fills the air. You cross a little stream and suddenly the pioneer village unfolds before you. "We built it this way with the path to capture a mood and feelings," says Wally Biernacki of South Pickering and the chairman of the museum committee. That it does. Today is.a special day in the history of the museum. After being forced out of its original site in Brougham because of the proposed airport, the 19th century village has finally opened on its new site in Greenwood, north of Pickering. The Pickering Museum site was expropriated by the federal government in 1972 from Brougham. Last year it was moved, building by building to Greenwood. it was official- ly opened by Lieutenant -Governor Pauline McGibbon last September, but this is the day, May 31, that the acreages have been open to the public for the first time since the long move and intervening years. The new location is ideal. It is rustic The Duffin's Creek and valley walls form an enclosure reminiscent of the first settlers struggles with nature. You mosy around the dozen buildings and time pulls you back 150 years - a log cabin built prior to 1830, a log barn MARY WAGG At the Oshawa General Hospital on Sunday, June 6th, 1982, Mary Jones (of Brooklin), beloved wife of Verle Wagg, dear mother of Mrs. Ethel Champagne, Mrs. S. Gardner (Dawna), of Whitby, Mrs. R. Butler (Susan), of Oshawa, Douglas, of Brooklin and Raymond, predeceased. Loved by nine grandchildren. Dear sister of Mrs. F. Sponagle (Lillian), of Mississauga, in her 58th year. Rested at the W.C. Town Funeral Chapel, Whitby. Home for chronically ill WHIT BY, June 14-- Home care for the chronically , ill is to be introduced in the Regional Muni- cipality of Durham September IS. The announcement was made today by Health Minister Larry Gross- man. Mr. Grossman, who was in Whitby to meet with the Durham Region District Health Coun- cil, said the Mini- stry has set aside $773,200 to cover the costs of the pro- gram up to March 31 next year. - It's expected to serve about 530 people during that time, providing nursing, homemaking, speech, occupational , and physio-therapy. 1 hese services are already offered on a short-term basis, in Durham and else- where in the pro- vince, under the Min- istry's acute home care program. New scanner at Oshawa General l uronio, June 14 - - A computerized axial tomography (CAT) scanner and $150,M0 in annual Ministry funding have been approved for the Oshawa General Hos- pital, Health Minister Larry Grossman announced today. This installation was recom- mended by the Durham Region District Health Council. "My Ministry will pro- vide annual operating funds of $150,000 to the hospital forthe scanner," said Mr. Grossman. "The new equipment will be considered as a regional resource for the residents The new chronic program, which was endorsed by the Dur- ham Region Dis- trict Health Council, will be administered by the Durham re- gional Health Unit. is placing - greater emphasis on long- term care to meet changing health care requirements and the needs of the growing number of elderly residents across the province," said Mr. Grossman. 'there are now 886,700 people 65 or older in Ontario, but by the year 2002 this figure will in- crease to 1,380,000. Mr. Grossman said the Ministry's aim is to provide chronic home care to all areas of the pro- vince by the end of the fiscal year. Twenty-two chronic programs are al- ready in operation and an additional program was an- nounced for Peel region on June 10. The home care program enables people to be looked after in the privacy of their familiar sur- roundings, providing their dictors recom- mend this care. of the Durham area," Using a narrow x - ray beam, radiation detec- tors, computer print - outs and a video screen, a CAT scanner examines cross - sections of the body in minute detail. Information obtained through this sophisti- cated procedure enables doctors to make,a quick diagnosis of tumors, hemorrhageorchangesin internal organs, with a minimum of risk and dis- comfort to patients. Capital costs will be funded by the Oshawa General Hospital which anticipates that the scanner will be opera- tional late this year. it During 1981/82, more than 1,800 resi- dents of the Durham region received acute home care services at a total cost of al- most $890,000. The average length of stay on the acute programs is 30 days; on the chronic home care program the average is 120 days. Re -open Museum GREENWOOD — The weekend of June 12 and 13 marks the re -opening for the season of the Pickering Museum. Activities are plan- ned for young and old alike. The site is a restored 19th cen- tury village of homes and shops nestled on the banks of Duffin Creek in Greenwood. Costumed participants will add a personal touch in bring- ing the project back to life. The museum curator, Felic- ity Nowell -Smith is planning many craft demonstrations by weavers, spinners, quilters and rug -hookers. Guides will be providing tours Wednesday through Sunday all summer long. Restoration work will be con- tinuing in the months ahead, thanks to receipt of a grant. The museum consultant is present- ly studying the history of the Brougham Hotel, geared to- wards its interior refurbishing. The exterior was restored last year by students on a summer grant program. A museum gift shop will be open. It will sell locally - produced crafts. Refreshments will be available at the nearby Greenwood General Store or box lunches can be ordered. For additional information call 683-2760 (Ext. 279). "Steam up " PICKERING — This ordered in advance by formed. It includes all week -end marks the calling the Greenwood those who are now in - official coming of sum- General Store at 683- volved in a volunteer mer in Pickering, with 6767, or by calling Joan capacity, and those who the ''Opening and Alfrey at 683-2760. would like to be more Steam Up" celebration This is the first year actively involved. For at the Pickering the museum has had a more information, call Museum in Greenwood, curator. We are very the curator at 683-2760, just south of Highway 7, pleased to have Felicity extension 279. and two miles east of Nowell -Smith on our The museum will be Brock Rd. staff. We have seen open throughout the In the 12 buildings great improvements summer, Wednesday which make up the his- wrought by her profes- through Sunday, from toric village, there will sionalism. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed. be demonstrations of A new group, Mondays and Tues- ancient crafts, such as —Friends of --the days, except on holi- quilting, weaving and Museum,'' is being days.) caning. At the Miller -Cole — - House, the Tap Roots Horticultural Group will be discussing the historic garden and orchard they have initi- ated. The vegetable and flower gardens contain the plants that would have been around a home in 1870. This spring, a young orchard has been planted, and will one day produce the kind of apples your great great grand- mother made her famous pies from. A new service at the museum this year is the food, which includes such delicacies as farm fresh scones, and a tra- ditional ploughman's lunch. Lunches can be McNeil Laboratories 0 040101041ddictive drub STOUFFVILLE — A non- addictive pain -killing drug, developed over a 10-year period by McNeil Laboratories, is now on the market. Announcement of the new medication, zomepirac sodium or ZOMAX as it's known commercially, was made, Thursday, at a press con- ference, held at the Four Seasons Hotel, Avenue Road, Toronto. It's been approved both in Canada and the United States. The oral tablet is non- addictive and effective in treating everything from minimal to acute pain. It's not, however, a "wonder drug", Dr. Edward Sellers stressed. Dr. Sellers is a professor of pharmacology and medicine at the University of Toronto and head of medicine at the Clinical Research Institute of the Addiction Research Foundation, Toronto. "Whenever you say wonder drug, it comes back to haunt you," he stated. The `wonder' in ZOMAX, he continued, is that you wonder if it will take another eighty years to perfect one better. The reference was to aspirin which, the meeting was told, had been in use since 1879. No drug, Dr. Sellers ex- plained, is without side effects. However, unlike codeine, the side effects are less. The big plus with ZOMAX, he pointed out, is that it's not assiciated with addiction. ASA is not addictive either, the professor stated, but it is used mainly for treatment of mild pain. For something more severe, narcotics are prescribed. In between, he said, is a combination of both, giving rise to 222's and 292's. "Now, we can use a single agent," he said. Among other advantages, the drug is easily absorbed and rapidly eliminated from the body, he explained. One media representative wanted to know why ZOMAX is listed as a prescription drug but ASA isn't, when the former has less side effects. Dr. Sellers said such drugs must abide by regulations as set out in 1937, then they're reviewed. He suggested that ASA might also have been licensed if it had been necessary to meet the same requirements. Dr. Walter Forgiel, Director of Scientific Affairs and Research Programs for Mc- Neil's, described the firm as "a highly conservative company that wanted to make sure it had a competent product". He said a long-term safety evaluation had been conducted. Patients suf- fering chronic pain were treated for one year, then two years, he said. Work on the drug first began at McNeil's U.S. laboratory in Spring House, Pennsylvania. There, animals were used. Later, clinical testing of patients was carried out both al Spring House and in Stouffville Rose blooms once more DURHAM REGION — Despite his retirement from politics six months ago, former Durham Regional Councillor Reg Rose has announced his intention to return. Rev. Rose, an Anglican church rector, who quit the political ring after his church demanded he choose between the two, will try for the Progressive Conservative nomination in the Riding of York -Durham. An announced opponent 1s Yvonne Christie, former chairman of Durham Board of Education. The Riding's current representative, M.P.P. Bill Newman, plans to retire after many years of service. If elected, the pastor has agreed to take a leave of ab- sence from his ministry. The nomination meeting is expected early in 1981. One of three portraits unveiled at the loth 1935), OI atoulrv,j►C. MLLUZAU .•r7 w•� �---� --- annual meeting of the Canadian Agricultural Hall three generations of Robert Miller - his nephew, of Fame, Toronto, was that of Robert Miller (1856- his grandson and his great grandson. procedure, the mover of a notice of motion may table it if his seconder is not present at the time it is to be discussed.) "I consider it to be an in- tolerable abuse of a coun- cillor's responsibilities," Edwards continued. He added that in fairness to the people who made the presentation to council, the matter should have "been dealt with expediously." The long-time municipal politician said that when the matter does come up for discussion (probably next week), he will vote and speak against it. "I think it would be detrimental to the Town of Whitby," Edwards says of the airport project. "We're in its flight path," he maintains adding that "The Town of Whitby would have all of the disadvan- tages with none of the benefits." Tom Edwards Among the disadvantages to the project, Edwards believes are the problems of noise, pollution and in- creased traffic. If the airport was con- structed, Edwards says that a two mile wide strip of land somewhere north of Brooklin would be frozen for development purposes because of its use as an ap- proach area. Edwards also believes that Whitby Town Council's position has changed since 1968 where council voted 9 to 2 to endorse the project. (The dissenters were Ed- wards and the late coun- cillor Heber Down.) The old Ontario County Council also took a similar stand, he said. "Thank goodness that the residents of the area for- tunately knew better than the people they had elec- ted." The deputy mayor is con- fident that "regional council will not vote in favor of DeHart's motion." Edwards is of the opinion that the airport in Pickering is simply not needed and points to the Mirabel Air- port, just outside of Mon- treal, as an example. Mirabel, which has been dubbed the "great white elephant" at present carries little in the way of commer- cial air traffic and has not produced the expected amount of industrial development. "Mirabel doesn't produce the wealth and the prosperity that's the main purpose in its being," he said. The land should be left for agricultural purposes, a purpose that Edwards believes will be more beneficial for the people of the region. "I'm not going to buy a `pig -in -a -poke'," Edwards said of the airport saying that advancement of technology has reduced the need for more airports because of the larger passenger capacity and lower noise levels of jets. "I'm not anti -progress but because of the disadvan- tages that surround airports I'm very dubious of the so- called economic benefits," Edwards concluded. Inmy o ini p on By NORAH STONER Councillor Ward 3 Town of Pickering The last weekend in May saw the opening of the Pickering Museum for the 1981 season. "Steam Up" reactivated the old steam, gas and kerosene engines in the barn. Two sawmill operations were in high gear as was a log splitter and another machine used for mashing turnips for cattle feed. At the Blacksmith Shop, the forge was hot and small metal implements were being created. Bert Guthrie explained how the metal rims were made and fitted to the old wooden wagon wheels. The sound of the hammer on the anvile transports the listener back 150 years. In the Collins House, Isobel Annis and Florence Lusted were working on their rug hooking and across the path at the log house, the ladies from "Shuttle Bugs" set up the huge old community loom and demonstrated the weaving of rag rugs. Esther Pukrin was recaning a lovely old chair in the church. Caning is rapidly becoming a lost art and Esther is the only person I know of in the area who does caning on a commercial basis. In the Cole House, Pat MacLennan from "Tap Roots", our local horticultural group, was explaining some of the research that has gone into the garden around the building inside its new picket fence. The plants and shrubs are all ones that were available in this part of Ontario in 1865. Brad Johnson, a noted consultant in land- scape architecture has made some very good suggestions for planting various sections of the whole museum site. Doreen Biernacki and her daughter-in-law were responsible for the delicious cookies coming from the Cole House kitchen. Cooking on a wood stove requires a great deal of skill but the results are well worth the effortt. If you and your family didn't make it up to the museum for the opening, I hope you will in the near future. It's probably the best deal in town for a family outing; $3.50 for a family, $1.50 for one adult and 50 cents for students. Senior citizens are free. Anyone with difficulty in walking long distances, the gate in the village of Greenwood opposite the general store is available but we try to encourage most people to use the main entrance just off Highway 7 at Greenwood. Entering this way, you can see the valley in its natural state very much the same view that the first pioneers to the area had. There is a family seasons pass available for those who would like to visit more than once a year. We have lovely picnic areas set aside and the Duffins Creek has wonderful fishing. The museum site is large and varied and has many attractions. To get a snack at the Greenwood General Store, to stroll around Greenwood Village or use the park with its play equipment, just have your hand stamped at the gate and you will be able to re-enter the museum site when you wish. After visiting the museum, if you would like to become actively involved as a volunteer or would like to arrange for a guided tour for an organization or class group, call Joan Alfrey at the Town of Pickering - 683-2760, and Joan will be very happy to assist you. The museum is open on weekends in June for the general public (tours can be arranged by calling Joan). In July and August, we are open every day except Monday and Tuesday. Do come out and enjoy a stroll back in time. No a. ort On the Regional Council agenda of April 29 there was a Notice of Motion moved by John DeHart of Oshawa and seconded by Alex Robert- son of Pickering which requested that the Region of Durham go on record as being in support of the building of the Pickering Airport. I am at a loss to explain why such a motion exists at this time. The recent announcement from Jean -Luc Pepin was regarding Malton not Pickering. IF there is ever an announcement of an airport at Pickering then the Region should study it and respond. Some people may have been mis-led by an article in the Pickering's Bay News or a quote from Councillor Robertson in the Oshawa Times in which he stated that Pickering Council had gone on record in support of the airport. The exact opposite is true. Pickering Council has twice opposed the airport with unanimous recorded votes. Included in those who voted against an airport are Councillor Robertson, Mayor Anderson and Provincial Member and Cabinet Minister, George Ashe. The Notice of Motion caused a great stir among the citizens affected. Many of them appeared at the Region on Wednesday to speak in opposition to the motion only to find that they would not deal with the matter because Councillor Robertson was away on holiday. Council did decide to hear the delegations. Six of us spoke - Al Graham of Claremont Don Givens and Isobel Thompson of Whitevale, Pam Head representing the Greenwood Ratepayers, Charles Godfrey, Chairman of People or Planes and myself as the Municipal representative for the area affected. The most important fact of all is that there is no plan for an airport at Pickering so any motion now would be premature at best because they would be voting for a "pig in a poke" having no idea what the impact or implications of such a motion might be. To assume that an airport will bring industry and create jobs to Durham is to believe in Santa Claus. Both the Federal and the Provincial governments have amply displayed their inability to create of move businesses. There were many facts related to growth, industry and jobs contained in the briefs. It was pointed out that the second Montreal airport,- Mirabel, is now officially called a "white elephant" and that on the 80,000 acres expropriated and serviced for that airport, the Federal Government has been unable to locate even one little industryl The Federal Government is now looking at ways to return a great deal of that land to the farmers from whom they took it in the first place. The brief from George Martin of Greenwood pointed out that Mirabel loses a million dollars a week in operating costs. Another brief pointed out that the Federal Government has just written off 450 million dollars at Mirabel and 150 million dollars at Pickering. These amounts are now part of our 80 billion dollar national debt. An airport at Pickering is estimated at between 500 million to 2 billion dollars depending upon the type of airport. A further comment from George Martin was that "there's no need for an airport... it would not attract industrial growth, it would be extremely costly to the ultimate payer, the taxpayer and it is totally unnecessary in this era of escalating energy costs and raises the spectre of another Mirabel in North Pickering." Al Graham pointed out that the new Federal Land Use Policy is opposed to building on farmland and that had the policy been in place in 1972, the land would never have been expropriated. The policy now is to preserve food -producing lands, such as the 18,000 acres of Class I land in Pickering for food for the future. Don Givens, a well known planner, stated that any industrial growth is highly unlikely and that if any did take place, it would be in Scarborough and Markham - not Durham Region! Pam Head and Isobel Thompson destroyed the myth that air traffic is growing. The truth is that the airlines are actually reducing the numbers of scheduled flights. Dr. Charles Godfrey applauded the Region's intention of job creation and suggested that there was great need for Regional support for the agricultural base of the area, that we need to get those 18,000 acres back in private hands and that there is potential for such things as food pro- cessing and other agriculturally related industries. Both Mayor Anderson and Regional Councillor Gerry Fisher who also represents the area directly concerned, have assured me that they will not support the motion when it comes up again. I hope that the other members of Regional Council will follow their lead. There is no need for an airport, there is no plan for an airport and we cannot afford another white elephant. Official Opening of the PICKERING RECREATION COMPLEX September 9th, 1983 7:30 p.m. 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering Ontario 166 ONTARIO'S NEWEST ATTRACTION KENNEDY RD. & STEELES AVE. MILLIKEN, ONTARIO The 4-H Homemaking Clubs of Durham South Honors Certificate after completing twelve pro - held their spring Achievement Day at Good- jects. Barbara Dyszuk, Rural Organizations wood, Saturday. A highlight of the program was Specialist, made the presentation. the presentation of achievement awards. Linda Jim Thomas Jones (left) of Mt. Zion received her Provincial L, �� ,� G � Just like old times It will be like turning back the clock when the N.H.L. greats of yesteryears skate onto the ice at the Stouffville Arena, March 31 for an exhibi- tion game with the Stouffville Clippers Oldtim- ers. Certain to see action is Bobby Bann, (left), former blueline stalwart with the Toronto Ma- N.H.L. Oldtimers here March 31 ple Leafs and Steve Upton, (centre), of the Clip- pers. John Liman, (right), of Markham, is the long-time trainer with the ex-N.H.L. boys. All proceeds from the event will go to the Town Rec. Centre Fund. ---Jim Thomas Denise lost her own arm when she was caught in tractor -powered lawnmower. ect rie ariagives new freedom By Sherri Barron Toronto Star GREENWOOD — Denise Swedlo has the kind of spunk that makes adults blush. "Look mommy, it has knuckles and nails," the 5-year-old squealed excitedly in July after being- fitted with a myo- electric arm at the Ontario Crippled Children's Centre on Rumsey Rd. in East York. "I can even paint my fingernails." That's the way Denise approaches life, says her mother Brenda, 31, as the she watches her only daughter play warm fall sunshine. "She never com- plains. She's a high-spirited, independent little girl." At the age of 2, the slight, blue-eyed blonde was caught in the blades of a moving tractor -powered lawnmower at her Greenwood village home in Durham Regibn=` tight'c m was severed at the elbow and she also lost the thumb on her left hand and the use of two fingers. A desperate attempt by doctors at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children fail- ed to save the limb in a 13-hour opera- tion. Denise was eventually fitted with an artificial limb and hook, which she wore until receiving her new battery - operated arm three months ago. She's delighted with it. Sitting on the veranda, she flexes th muscles of her.. upper arm, and the flesh colored hand closes over one of the mo lasses cookies beside her. The arm has electrodes that conduct impulses. When Denise flexes her mus cles, they press against the electrodes in side the upper arm, sending an impuls down a wire, which opens and closes th hand. "The electric arm has a superior gras o to the hook," says Bill Sauter, p g co-ordinator for the centre's myo-el trio department. "It's so much more a pealing that many amputees go unn t' ed and that's the name of the game �c , p- Denise's arm operates on a rechargeable 6-volt battery. The centre has fitted about 400 arms since 1964, Sauter says. In fact, the centre fitted the first one in the world that year. Denise's arm cost a staggering 56,000. OHIP's assisted devices program paid 75 per cent of the cost, and a program spon- sored by war amputees picked up the other 25 per cent. Although children are far more resili- ent than adults when it comes to losing a limb, they still face cruel teasing at school, Sauter says. `'It's particularly load if they have a hook ... little boys are called Captain Hook and little girls, the Happy Hook- er." Fortunately, Denise has net eT19s.11�t- such.pa4iful lluirle. In fact. silt; dia- plays proudly the beaded friendship pins that line the strap of her black, patent leather shoes. She now has a new thumb on her left hand, which allows her to hold scissors, paper, and other objects that once slip- ped through her fingers. Last October, one of her toes was suc- cessfully transplanted as a new thumb by Dr. Ronald Zuker at the Hospital for Sick Children. e Denise has never been self-conscious, her mother says. She takes off her arm without a moment's hesitation when practising gymnastics. Only recently, she rushed home to tell her mother she was the only child in gymnastics class who walked the bal- ance beam without holding anyone's e hand. "I don't think her accident has really p stopped her from doing anything she m wanted to do," her mother says. "If she ec• wants to do something, she just goes ahead and tries it." o- `'Sometimes, it just takes her a little longer to learn, that's Y x v 1Q O A STORY TELLER Emma Talbot, narrator of the musical "The Runaway Snowman" give, .her all to the audience. The school performance took place last week ai Vallyview Public School. Besides Talbot, the play involved a c, Est if 15 and the school choir. /7z OCTOBER 5, 1983 VOL 22 NO 40 Bay News Girls Of The Week Isabella Anais, Mildred McTaggart and Marion 'O'Brien taking advantage of the Rink Time for Seniors at the Sports Complex Pickering. Marion O'Brien who used to skate at North York would like to see more. 60's plus come out and join them 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. She said keep active and skating, is one way to do it, and you'll never grow old. So all you young 60's plus. Lets see you at the rink. Resident treated badly BY NORAH STONER Regional Councillor, Ward 3, Town of Pickering A sad thing happened at the Execu- tive Committee Monday night. Roy Bamborough was on the agenda to appear as a delegation, but a motion by Councillor Laurie Cahill and Mayor Jack Anderson recommended that he not be heard. This is the first occasion in the six years I have sat on this council that an individual who was slated to speak was refused that right. Mr. Bamborough was a resident in the Cherrywood area of North Pickering whose home and property were expropriated by the Ontario government. A man who was evicted by the sheriff to make way for a development which never took place, whose home is now rented to others. The purpose of Roy's appearance be- fore council was to give us a copy of the Ombudsman's Report on the expropria- tion of property in Pickering by the Ontario government. A report which directly affects Pickering residents and the largest land acquisition project ever undertaken in Ontario. Although there is nothing the Pickering Council can directly do about the Ombudsman's Re- port, the matter should be of enough concern of those who have the responsi- bility for planning on those 25.000 acres to at least listen for a few minutes. By council's own rules, delegations can only speak for a maximum of 10 mi- nutes. In my view, probably the most impor- tant duty of a councillor is to listen to what the public has to say. I believe it is a democratic right for an individual to be able to address decision -makers apprising them of their concerns. In Mr. Bamborough's case, those rights were trampled by a council who in the words of one member, "didn't come here to be educated". Mr. Bamborough is a man who has been shabbily treated by many levels of government and their bureaucracies and I feel very sad that the municipal government of the Town of Pickering has now been added to that ignominious list. Discuss dump stench I By Norah Stoner, Regional Councillor, Ward 3, Town of Pickering. The occasion was the kick-off banquet to raise money for the Ajax -Pickering Hospital fund-raising campaign. Ele- gantly gowned ladies and their hand- some escorts attending a $50.00 a plate dinner. You would expect opening con- versations would be about the lovely banquet hall in the new Recreation Complex or perhaps the hospital's ser- vice to the community, but no, the initial comments of those arriving at the din- ner were about the Metro dump. "What's that dreadful smell?" "The dump is certainly acting up tonight." "The odour problems are getting worse" and "When are they going to stop dumping?" were among the state- ments my husband and I heard as we arrived for the dinner. The operations of the Metropolitan Toronto landfill site on the 3rd Conces- sion at Liverpool Road have become a source of embarrassment for the Town of Pickering. The dump is detrimentally affecting those who own property any- where within 2 miles of the site. The no- xious odours have become a planning issue when dealing with residential de- velopment in the Valley Farm Road area. Councillor Robertson has argued successfully against large lot develop- ment on the grounds that the odours would prevent the sales of such prop- erties. I have recently written to Metro out- lining once again the difficulties we are having and suggesting certain actions: (1). Decrease the overall volume of waste going to the site by diverting waste to the Maple Site. (2). Ensure that all waste is fully co- vered by the end of the working day. (3). Halt all night operations. (4). Halt all sewage sludge dumping. (5). Install a methane gas collection system. The dump is going to be part of our community for some years in the future. We must ensure that we can live with it. The one method of documenting the problem is to phone Metro Toronto on their 24 hour Works Department num- ber 947-8211 and also phone me at 683- 3589 when the odours are bad. Don't hesitate every time you smell it again. Metro will only deal with this problem if we can prove to them beyond a shadow of a doubt that many people are ex- periencing the problem on a regular basis. By the way, the fund-raising dinner was a great success in spite of the odours and about $20,000 has been put towards the 1 million dollar goal for our community hospital. New reactor starts uR a� 540-megawatt Unit 6 is the first of By Bill Walker Toronto Star The on -again, off -again story of Ontario Hydro's nuclear reactors con- tinued yesterday with the successful start of a new reactor at the Pickering station. Everything went according to plan with the start of Unit 6, part of the new Pickering B complex, which will eventually add four new reactors to the station. The Pickering A complex operates four 13-year-old reactors, Units 1 to 4. It was good news for the utility, which has been plagued by a series of unexplained nuclear accidents since Aug. 1, causing some anti-nuclear sentiment and casting a shadow over the future of the Candu nuclear power system. The Unit 6 reactor was started under the commissioning process set forth by the Atomic Energy Control Board, the federal government's regu- latory agency for nuclear power. Hydro spokesman Deborah Irvine said the 540-megawatt Unit 6 reactor will be shut down for normal "fine tun- ing" before being brought to 100 per cent capacity in early December. The reactor will start bringing in commer- cial revenue for hydro by next April, she said. Unit 6 has been under construction since 1974. Work on Unit 7 is to be completed next year, with Unit 8 to follow. The only other Pickering B reactor to be started is Unit 5. That reactor was restarted last week after its safety systems caused a total shutdown. The failure was caused by a power surge during refuelling that wasn't account- ed for by the reactor's normal detec- tion system. , A unrelated leak in Unit 5 — which spilled 41 litres (nine gallons) of slight- 4 Grain mill operator 66ted for • By Pauline Johnson noise WHITEVALE — Tom Dey's insom- nia is giving Orval Wilson a $100,000 headache. Wilson, who operates the 139-year- old community grain mill, has been served with two environment violation notices by the province because his grain dryers keep De y ake at night. Installing noise baffleaws and dust fil- ters to solve the problem could cost $100,000. "And we don't own this place any more, Wilson says. "We've had this mill for 52 years, but have been leasing the land since 1974 from the province, which expropriated it for deve airport." lopment to go with the (proposed Pickering) Wilson is in double jeopardy. A condition of his lease with the Ontario Land Corp. says the mill is not to be a nuisance to neighbors. Wilson says his equipment is obsolete and needs replacing, but uncertainty about the future prevents him from doing that. the vital role the mill plays °account Pickering's town centre for singles? PICKERING — The town centre of Picker- ing could become an eyesore instead of a focal point unless development is carefully moni- tored, says one of the town's councillors. Wayne Arthurs also says that housing direct- ly around the Sheridan Mall centre was origi- nally slated for singles, not families, and he wants to see it stay that way. "Over the past year we have made piece- meal changes which have significantly chang- ed the concept of the area from the way it was planned," Arthurs says. ,,We must sit down with developers and look at the plans again," he says. "There is obvious- ly a need for housing there, but that doesn't justify slapping up anything at all." He says he is concerned that two recent plans submitted to the town by JDS Invest- ments Ltd. are for family units. "The area is not particularly desirable for a family situation, it is too noisy and too commerce -oriented," Arthurs says. One plan submitted by JDS and tabled by council called for semi-detached oasesalls back- ing 1 onto Highway 401. The other houses to be built between Highway 2 and the new recreation centre. Council has requested more details about that plan before it will proceed. He has petitioned council to meet again with JDS Investments Ltd. to study the situation, saying, ,You only get one shot at building a town centre, if you don't like it the first time you can't tear it all down and do it over again." The mill must operate 24 hours a day every autumn to dry the grain to make animal feed. If the grain is not dried within a couple of days, it will rot. Because it is one of the few grain mills left in Ontario, farmers from as far away as Cobourg use it and it is considered an essential service. Pickering Council recently threw its support behind Wilson and asked the ministry, which issued the notices to Wilson last fall to tak , t Hospital badly By Shelley Gillen AJAX — Patients admitted to the intensive -care unit at Ajax - Pickering Hospital are lucky to get out alive, says a senior doctor at the over -crowded hospital. Dr. Hans Weber, chief of medi- cal staff, also says "overcrowding in the emergency department is "horrendous," and patients are sometimes sent home "too early" because there's eight or nine other patients on stretchers in emergen- cy waiting for beds. "We have coped more than one can reasonably expect, but there's a limit and we're reaching the fine line between efficiency and defi- ciency," he says. Equipment at the hospital is 20 years old and outdat- ed, he adds. "In the ICU, there are severe - care accident cases lying beside heart attack patients: The last thing these car accident patients need is a noisy oxygen machine be- side them." "If you ever went into our ICU, you'd wonder how ... you got out alive," Weber says. Weber made the comments re- cently at a special public meeting at Durham District Health Council to assess community support for hospital expansion. Nearly 500 Ajax and Pickering residents lis- tened while Weber and others ap- pealed to the health ministry for approval of an expansion. The ministry has agreed with the need for expansion but has said no funds are available until 1990. The hospital currently has 127 beds. The health council recom- mended in 1981 that the hospital be expanded by three floors — the first floor by 1985 and the other two as funds are available. The project is estimated at between $4 and $5 million. A campaign to raise $1 million by 1988 was launched last month by the hospital. Provincial gover- nent grant regulations allowed up to two-thirds funding. Randy Reid, representing Health Minister 6elih Morton, angered residents by saying the community will probably be ex- pected to raise 50 per cent of the capital costs of the expansion be- cause the ministry doesn't have the funds to provide two thirds. In the past few months, the ministry has approved a new hospital for Scarborough at a cost of $37 million, a new hospital for Peel County, planning permission for a new hospital in Markham and two-thirds funding or $24 mil- lion for a new hospital in North Bay. The North Bay hospital was originally scheduled for 1992 and brought forward to this year. Chris Stewart, an Ajax resident and member of the hospital fund- raising committee, set up a hotline last spring to discover how the overcrowding was affecting pa- tients. From the more than 50 calls she received, Stewart says she learned of terminally ill patients who had spent days lying on stretchers in the emergency department in "un- bearable discomfort." "I heard from people who were in the fifth bed in a four -bed room, the third bed in a semi -private room, or the second bed in a pri- ti CID � M CD (�D (D O d v� -, cD' d R R:"O 00 CD(D 0v: � 0, a. e CD v I'��v�, � r: cc u� � �•-� n ""3 o:3, w ti x- (D ,(D ID I CD- o cD d (D Ch o r-Z 0 ran •�-• O BCD 11o �- ���•.�� moo. n� A O <D CD .�., =� G. o CD �� CITIZENSHIP AND WORLD AFFAIRS Mrs. K. C. Angus, Convener "The goal of citizenship is not to think alike but to think together. " Speakers played a key role at Branch meetings, providing information about governments at all levels by MPs, MLAs, Aldermen and Reeves. They discussed the Bill of Rights, the Constitution, Unity and privilege of voting. Other speakers told about Jury duty and the responsibilities of a Juror, while a Page spoke about his experiences at Queen's Park. The OPP spoke on the current wave of vandalism in a particular community and enlarged on Operation Identification. Members also prepared papers on Charter of Human Rights and compared rights in Canada with those of other lands. The postal system as a Crown Corporation and changes in the Family Law Reform, proved of interest to many Branches. Slides were enjoyed on Indian People in the North, the mining industry in Canada, visits to other countries and the experiences of a family's escape from Czechoslovakia. Skits and debates formed part of many Branch programs. Pen Pals and link visits were popular. Many members have assisted in the English language programs for new immigrants. FAMILY AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS Mrs. Elgin Belrose, Convener Under the topic of foods and nutrition, many meetings included demonstrations of microwave cooking and the various uses of the microwave oven. Papers were presented on a number of topics, such as, proper diet can control the aging process. Did you know, salmonella can be found in all fowl and raw eggs, but can be eliminated by cooking at a high temperature and proper refrigeration. Food additives and metric cooking were dis- cussed by many members at their monthly meetings. One of the many mottos given was, "overeating is the destiny that ends our shapes!" Under the heading, clothing and textiles, the story of quilting and its history provided much information. In- cluded are a very few ideas: What is your opinion on the use of a Credit Card? How do you encourage your child to handle money wisely? How can we make our homes safer? Are you aware of the dangers of silo gas? AGRICULTURE AND CANADIAN INDUSTRIES Mrs. Calvin Carmichael, Convener Women's Institute Branches are strong supporters of the 4-H Homemaking Clubs throughout the province. Production and Marketing were topics for many meet- ings. There were programs on goat farming, mushroom farming, raising mink, and the new peanut industry. `°A sweet deal of Corn" pointed out the possibility that Ontario farmers will eventually supply one half of the nation's sugar. The Soybean, was the subject of another meeting, this amazing relative of peas and our beans has been known in China for centuries. Papers were given on the depletion of our forests in northern Ontario and how reseeding of fire ravaged forests is done by plane: Several reports mentioned about Ultra High temperature milk. "UHT milk" can be stored on the shelf for up to six months, when it is sealed in airtight containers. Raw milk has been subjected to high temperature to kill the micro- organisms. The milk. is sterilized for three seconds at 145°C. It's food value is similar to that of pasteurized two percent milk. Once opened, keep it refrigerated, as you would any other fluid milk. Gardening proved to be a popular topic and is also a good way to lower the cost of food. The film, "Black Magic" showing the past and present of the Holland Marsh was obtained from the Muck Research Station, Kettleby. Bluegrass group is 8 a winner By SHARON YOUNG Times staff In just over two months, four area musicians have made a quick rise to the top, taking a first place win at a New York bluegrass festival. In fact, Common Ground — a band including Jason and Alynn Thomas (a brother and sister team), Don Cole and Glen Mac- Donald — have competed in seven bluegrass festivals this past summer, placing either first or se- cond in all contests. But the icing on the cake was the win secured recently in Hillsdale, New York. That was our biggest win yet," Jason says. "There is a high level of competition there and it's really something for a Canadian Band to win — but we played our best yet." more. Already the star group is receiving invita- tions to attend festivals next year. "We prefer to play festivals and the non -bar crowd," he said. "The festivals are held outside during the summer time and you have a better listening audience. The crowd is more ap- preciative because they have traveled and camped to hear the music." Although Common Ground is a young band, the members have been in- volved in music for a number of years. Glen, who plays the ban- jo and harmonizes on vocals, formerly was a member of his father's band, Devil's Little Angels. Guitarist and lead singer Don previously played with western and rock bands. C^�r1,11 ttupf and Jason Thomas make I ommon Ground a common interest, P musically speaking. est e All members of the Jason and Alyr ii have Pineridge Bluegrass roots in music. The two Folklore Society, the four- perform in their family some has taken first place gospel group, The Thomas / positions at festivals in Family, which has a f yl Woodstock, Colborne, Can- record album to its credit. nington, Trout Creek and Performing a bluegrass- New York. gospel sound, The Thomas W Second -place wins were Family consists of Jason's '! earned in Renfrew and parents, his two sisters and North Bay. brother. Enjoying the sweet taste For Common Ground, - of success has also had its Alynn —an aspiring jour- benefits in that the band nalist who has been doing has picked up more than freelance writing for a ' $1,800 for its efforts — bluegrass publication — money that has helped plays the acoustic bass. finance travelling and ac- commodationAlthough most of the at the band members consider various festivals. the music a part-time pro - And in addition to the ject, to Jason — the monetary gains, the band group's mandolin and fid- has already put together a dle player, and harmony collection of four trophies vocalist — it's a career. .; and aplaque. Majoring in music • But all this is an added education at Springfield, z plus, says Jason. Missouri, he won the Cana - We have all been than open mandolin cham- friends and members of pionship last year. the bluegrass club for a Although the festival x long time. We had never season is over for this f competed before or done year, the group is looking anything else except have forward to next summer fun." when they will be perform - with Taken up the ing on a semi-professional bluegrass festival at- basis — or, as Jason says, ma's mosphere, Common Ground will be back for getting paid f o r something we all like to do" Glen MacDonald I (top) provides the M. banjo sounds for Common Ground, while Don Cole sits and picks the guitar r lines. The local group has met great suc- 3 � F ys c e s s on the bluegrass festival cir- cuit this summer. ®y —Times photos by ,L , Hank Kolodziejczak i Farewell to a man of mystery _ He was always a star and will move By Peter C. Newman now to another quarter of the firma - 11e appeared from nowhere, an ur- ment, but Canadian politics has never bane Buddhist monk in mufti, been meant for stars. and hypnotized us. He thought of himself as Charles de That first election campaign of Pierre Gaulle on the Rideau and, like the rrudeau's was a combination of corona- French general, believed that a man's tion and Beatles tour. Clutches of teeny- grandeur grows in direct proportion to boppers with manes of streaming hair his aloofness. But in partisan matters, gripped their precious machine -auto- such as Senate appointments, he often graphed photos of Pierre -baby to their behaved with the crudeness of a Huey chests and shrieked whenever he Long. Too many times he has equated deigned tkiss one of their swarming the slightest sign of dissent with stupid- o number. Bemused toddlers held on their parents' shoulders were admonished to "remember him" as excitement surged across the country. I recall in particular one landing in Dartmouth, N.S. We in his 1968 media entourage trudged down the plane's steps on May 29 into a cold, drizzly night. That was wall-to-wall Tory country, but along the route from the airport, as if on a prearranged sig- nal, people came out on their porches to wave at the procession. Many had backed their cars into driveways so that they could flash their headlights in si- lent salute to the great man. Cry: Trudeau had the knack not so much of capturing the people's hearts or minds —he has always been too stand-offish for that —but of connect- ing subliminally with their nervous sys- tems. Standing beside a Liberal matron at a party function in the Chateau Lau- rier in Ottawa during that first election campaign, I noticed that just before Trudeau was due to be ushered through the door she stiffened, turned to her huge block of a side -burned husband and wailed, "What if I faint when he comes in?" The husband smoothed down his Brylcreemed locks and rolled his eyes heavenward with a look of total disgust. When Trudeau loped by and happened to shake the man's hand, his eyes glazed over and he quietly started to cry. It was not long afterward that a dif- ferent reality began to set in. Trudeau defined the office of prime minister in his own image. Remote, austere and hermetically self-contained, he eventu- ally revealed himself as an emotional cripple —a man whose blue -ice inner core remained inviolate, no matter what. Distracted by lesser mortals' dim assaults, his face would harden, his eyes tighten from having squinted into too many klieg lights and flashbulbs. The shrugs, the finger gestures, the bolts of intuition and wit made him difficult to follow. Yet he was as evocative and dis- turbing as a Picasso abstract. Trudeau: silent tribute to a great man this country has ever seen. But in his tendency to stifle dissent, even in his own ranks, there was a tragic fallacy. Tolerating dissent is the essential means by which Canadian society has always come to terms with change. Tru- deau and his inner court believed that they could impose logic on events; that they could govern the country through legalisms and reshape what was hap- pening to fit those leggyisms. But the events themselves —hi Tory, in other words —were not logical and never could be. They were born out of harsh -ealities and even harsher emotions, which could not be cut to fit any leader's wishes or good intentions. Careless: He faced the insoluble di- lemma of every professor who dares to enter the political arena: the intellec- tual seeks truth, the politician power, and the twin quests operate in separate orbits. Still, his bravura style put us on the map. London's Daily Sketch chose him as "the world's seventh -sexiest man"; he brought home our Constitution; his regime outlasted virtually every other contemporary world leader; and he cru- saded valiantly for peace. He passed much worthy legislation. To a whole generation he became our first exis- tential political hero, the guy with the rose in his buttonhole. He never changed —but we did. What brought Trudeau to heel was that he couldn't extend his reach to the whole of the country he was governing. Canadian prime ministers have been successful only by sharing their au- thority with senior colleagues from the other founding culture. Trudeau couldn't or wouldn't field a credible non -French lieutenant, and the 12 mil- lion Canadians who live west of Toron- to's Humber River never felt at ease in his world. An administration that was to have been as exquisitely programmed as a fifth -generation computer grad- ually evolved into a troupe of careless - pranksters behaving with self-indul- ity or disloyalty or both, so that in the gent abandon. end no one —with the possible excep- Canada's 15th prime minister leaves tion of Senator Keith Davey —could office still in command of his personal mollify him. worth and not very different from the It was true that all of us burdened mysterious stranger he was when we Trudeau with too much hope for any welcomed him —in that hopeful spring leader to fulfil, but ultimately it was not of '68. The difference between the Can - what Trudeau did or didn't do that left ada that greeted Pierre Trudeau and us so disillusioned. It was what he the Canada that overwhelmed him 16 might have done. years later is poignantly marked by the As prime minister, Trudeau projected contrast between the warm adulation a shimmering intellect. He was by long that created him and the cold fury that odds the most resolute political leader now bids him adieu. DURHAM REGION — Society must come to grips with reality before advances in modern science like those which produce ast-tube babies destroy estern morality, Durham Catholic teachers were warned recently. hest tube babies pose a threw Father Steven Connors of Toronto told a professional activity day workshop in Oshawa that our view of ourselves and our society may be drastically altered by such technology. "If man was made in the image of God, then in those image are we remaking him,'' Father Connors asked the teachers. He noted that part of the `reality' is the rapid growth of in -vitro fertilization clinics in which test-tube babies are conceived. However, the speaker cautioned that this technology is "caveman stuff" compared to what the future holds. Genetic surgery, for instance, removes certain genes from a chromosome in the human body and replaces it with another gene. Father Connors stressed that doctors and scientists have to be careful they don't overstep the boundary between healing - the object of medicine. t Early stoves too small to cook full meals on Cast-iron or sheet -iron stoves were avail- able early in the 19th Century. They were advertised as "newfangled cooking machines". These first stoves were expensive, too low for comfort and often too small to cook a whole meal on. Therefore, most people preferred to cook their meals at the hearth. By mid-century cooking stoves were cheaper and larger. They had ovens for baking and shelves on which pots and pans or plates could be kept warm. They could be bought assembled or in pieces to be put together at home. The price was 10 Pounds or 12 Pounds and included all necessary kettles, steamers, pots and boilers. Women were proud of their stoves and Seeds with the weeds Although flower gardens as we know them were not a part of pioneer homes, seeds for hundreds of flowers and veget- ables were available before 1840. Among them were some of today's favo- rites - Geraniums, Marigolds, Pansies and Petunias. The tomato was called "Love Apple" and came in red or yellow varieties. A few old cookbooks gave recipes for their use, mainly stewed with a little salt and butter. Most people of the time thought of them as a decorative plant - not fit to be eaten. Lawns were not the finely trimmed squares of green we prize today. They were roughly scythed, only when they became overgrown and unruly. Clumps of flowers or shrubs were planted at the gate or throughout the fenced yard. No thought was given to weeding as most of our weeds are wild flowers or herbs and all had a place. Susan Casella Buttoneville looked after them well. They were brushed with a turkey or goose wing and wiped quickly with a ball of waxed paper, daily. When they were cool they were given a coat of blacking to make them shine. Several times a year the stovepipes had to be taken down and scraped clean. This was done as far away from the house as possible to prevent the soot from blowing back in. Because stoves had to be used every day throughout the year for cooking they were usually moved to the summer or back kitchen during the summer months to help keep the heat and dust away from the rest of the house. Susan Casella Buttonville "Mixed undies' In the early days of Upper Canada (prior to 1867) there were many laws which are so dated they can only bring a smile to our faces to -day. One such law stated it was illegal to hang a "mixed company" of ladies' and men's underclothes on a clothesline. Susan Casella Buttonville Regional Council Endorses Traffic Light Proposal Regional Councillor Jim Witty reported to the Ajax Council at its March meeting that "the Region endorsed a Town of Aja proposal regarding the pro- posed traffic signals at Highway No. 2 and Westney Road." The Regional Council also gave approval to the Town's Traffic By-law with regard to "parking at the Ajax Plaza." The Ajax Council expressed approval when they heard that the Regional Council has endorsed the prop- osal for traffic signals at Highway No. 2 and Westney Road. There was a reference made to a delegation and petition that the Coun- cil had received earlier this year. George Mar- tin, president of the Greenwood and Area Ratepayers Associa- tion had pointed out although the petition was of 126 signatures more could have been obtained. The point was made that "there is no question that the perception about this intersection is quite clear and that it is dan- gerous particularly at night." It was also pointed out that the volume of traffic both east and west also north and south is increasing year by year... this particular intersection is danger- ous. As many acci- dents occur at that intersection, which is located just east of Pickering Village, that are not reported to the enforcement author- ities. It was also pointed out that Kingston Road and Westney Road should not be referred to as rural roads. (King- ston Road, Highway No. 2 forms part of the Provincial Road net- work system). Mr. Martin pointed out in his arguments to Council that there should be some identi- fication of the intersec- tion for east -west motorists to slow down so the people proceed- ing north would also have some identifica- tion of the intersection, which is a main inter- section. Since the Westney Road Junc- tion into Highway 2 has been moved further west to conform with a better access to the Westney Heights sub- division on the north side of Kingston Road, it has been confusing for motorists who have driven in that area for years. In his submis- sion to the Ajax Coun- cil Mr. Martin pointed out that there was a fatal accident at the intersection early this year. Asa result the res- idents in the area defi- nitely feel that "there should be some form of illumination at the intersection." Pamphlet Outlines Contingency Plans When Pickering residents get their tax bills this spring, they will also receive a pamphlet outline contingency plans incase of a nuclear emergency. Pickering Mayor Jack Anderson asked Ontario Hydro to come up with the pamphlet. Jack Muir, a spoke- sman for Ontario Hydro, said what is in the pamphlet is the same as Durham Region's contingency plan. "Putting the pamp- hlet together was an exercise in picking the clearest wording to inform the public," he said. Muir hoped the pamphlet won't upset the public. "We're trying to keep emergency plan- ning before the pub- lic," he said. In the pamphlet are protective action pro- cedures, responsibili- ties in case of an emergency and react- or safety. Muir said a contin- gency plan has to be in place before a lic- ence can be granted to a nuclear station. No other community has asked for a pamp- hlet of this sort to be done. Alex Robertson Regional Councillor, Ward 2 Town of Pickering. The changing scenes of Municipal Government brings many additional pro- blems to Councillors. For instance, in pre - Regional times, when anyone wanted sewers or water on a street, a petition of the residents was taken and if almost one hundred per cent were in agreement, the improvement went in. Today, improvements are put in by Durham Region. The resident petitions the Region and the improvement is put into the budget. The Region then distrib- utes the charges. They fill the trench to pavement level, and their charges are shared between the Region and the Changing Scenes in Muni recipients. The finish- ing, such as paving, is paid for by the local municipality and they have either to charge the home owner separately or on a shared basis. Either way, the home owner is going to have an added expense to his taxes. The problem that faces Councillors is what is the fairest way to charge; everyone pay or by local improvement?. Each year the Council has to pass a resolution to meet the Highway Improve- ment Act and request a supplementary allocation of subsidies for work on roads and bridges. As many of you know, a few years ago, at my instiga- tion, Pickering intro- duced an on -going improvement pro- gram. This work is entitled to govern- ment subsidies. The work contemplated for this year is Park Crescent -West Shore Boulevard to Hill - view, Brixton Lane, Bern Avenue, Morden Lane, Regan Place,' Reytan Boulevard, sogth of Drava,! Concession 3-White's' Road to Dixie Road, Dixie Road -Maple Gate to Maple Ridge Road. The reasons for the on -going road pro- gram is to ensure that the residents of Pickering will never have to face a sudden demand for road improvement because of neglecting the needs over a long period of time, as has happened elsewhere. There is much happening in the Town these days, mostly concerning the developing of the lands east of Brock Road to the Town boundary at Notion Road. The lands that belong to Cadillac - Fairview Develop- ments Co. Ltd. have been purchased by JDS Investments. This has expanded the total land holdings of JDS right across the Town Centre. Needless to say, the Regional Concillor- From page 6 The Council decided that the wood will go to the home in Brooklin. While 1 did not support the motion to do so, it is a very simple solution to a small problem and should not be blown out of propor- tion. This may sound strange coming from a person who opposed the motion but if there is one thing I have discovered over the years, it is that usually the majority decision is reason- able, and I accept this one as just that. Congratulations to Councillor Cahill on his survey regarding but as an observer and participant over the years, on the whole, JDS's associa- tion with Pickering and its residents has been a good one. I noticed that there was a letter in this copy of the paper regarding delivery of wood to Oshawa and the closing of the ramps at Liverpool Road. The survey which has been sent to the Honourable James Snow, Minister of Transportation and Communications, confirms that the residents of Pickering want the ramps kept open. lncidently, there has never been a time when the Council of the Town has supported any- thing other than keep- ing the ramps open, contrary to what was reported in another newspaper. Council wants F tiRoato the �as not closgood -red to he only that the vwucia uu not live on the property involved but in Whitby and Oshawa. The decision to deliver was taken literally and the wood was going to the homes of the people concerned. Cont page 7 22 Pickering's Ba. Nei%s, March 28, 1984 George Martin, pres- ident of the Green- wood and Area Ratepayers Associa- tion, appeared as a delegation to the Ajax Council to present a petition of 126 names. Area Residents Petition For Better illumination Of Intersection The petition requests better illumination of the Westney-Taunton Road intersection as "it is a dangerous inter- section " particularly so at night. He pointed out that the view of oncoming cars is obstructed by a bank and at night time a motorist needs to use the high beams of the headlights to know where the intersection is when turning north - either from the east or west onto Westney Road. Mr. Martin, an insu- rance investigator. said, he has investi- gated many accidents and this particular intersection is a dan- gerous one. It is nearly as heavily travelled as the Regional Road 23 (the Ajax -Whitby Boundary Road) and the Taunton Road intersection. Many accidents do occur at that (Westney - Taunton Road) inter- section that are not reported to the enforcement authori- ties. Mr. Martin pointed out, he has driven for more years than he cares to remember and he finds "this intersec- tion difficult to identify at night when turning north either from the east or west, and also when people are pro- ceeding north there should be some identi- fication of the intersec- tion for east -west motorists to slow down because that, in effect, is a main intersection." Mr. Martin also pointed out thata great majority of the resi- dents who use thatarea roads (Westney- Concession 4 Taun- ton) in either direction live outside of Ajax. "Many of them live out- side the Town of Ajax and of Pickering ... As for the residents who live in the area they primarily do their busi- ness in Ajax. When one is southbound on the Westney Road the motorist has difficulty looking west and east." Mr. Martin con- cluded his presenta- tion by stating "there was a fatality at that intersection fairly recently ... A large number of residents in this area clearly feel that intersection needs some form of illumina- tion. I think you should respect that, whether they live in the munici- pality of Ajax or not, and make some recom- mendation with respect to cost sharing, because it will only get worse as the area of growth increasestothe south." Mayor Bill McLean told Mr. Martin and the Council that the Regional Staff sur- veyed the intersection in 1984. The Region suggested that it (the intersection) does not meet Regional Policy for lighting. He also pointed out that of the 126 names on the peti- tion the majority were residents of Pickering with only four sig- natues of Ajax resi- dents. Mayor McLean said, it has been sug- gested to the Region that posts be installed at ech of the cour corners of the intersec- tion and the posts be equipped at each of the four corners of the intersection and the posts be equipped with reflecting material. Councillor Rene Soetens said, he would like to defer the matter for at least a week as he felt the cost would be S750 to have some- thing done at that par- ticular intersection. Councillor Soetens also said, he "would like to look at the situa- tion" himself. Regional Councillor for Ajax, Jim Witty asked for a report from the staff regarding the possibility of solving the situation at the Westney-Taunton Road intersection. Mr. Martin replied, that the area residents wanted atleastonesin- gle light at that inter- section and that it would satisfy most of the people. He felt that the ratepayers would be happy to help in the cost sharing as he rep- lied to Councillor Soet- ens question regarding the sharing of the costs to have something done at that particular intersection. The matter has been put over by the Ajax Council for further study. Mr. Martin expects to be present at the Ajax Council when the request for some type of illumination for the Westney-Taunton Roads intersection is discussed by the Council at a future date. Brooklin Profile, Wednesday, April 11, 1984 — page 7 T T-� --- — Wins silver in Mexico James Spratley, of Audley Road, Kinsale, walked away from the Benito Juarez international shooting competition last week in Mexico with the silver medal in the prone event. Spratley's team mate on the Cana- dian team, Des Van Plew took the gold and Sweden walked away with the bronze. The Canadian team is currently in Los Angeles, competing in the pre-olympic games and have qual- ified for the European Tour which starts just after Eas- ter. The tour will encompass most western European countries, including West Germany, where there will be several competitions. Our Canadian team locked up five medals in Mexico and is hopeful to add to that number in com- petition prior to the Olympic Games this July. "Look out Olympics, here I come." Students pass The culmination of any musical year is the recital and for the students of piano teacher Patti Scott, last Wednesday was the big day. There were two awards given this year for the most improved student through- out the year which were won by Leanne Cole and Elaine Kivell. Congratulations to Brian Jones and Doug Gil- mour who passed their grade one theory, Anne Byberg, Cheryl Carnegie and Leanne Cole who Born and raised in Kinsale, James Spratley is deter- mined to win at the forthcoming Olympic Trials and -� earn a spot at the Los Angeles Olympics this summer.w (See story on page 8). passed their grade two. Also congratulations to Andrew Rothnie, who passed his grade four piano exam and to Bev Houston and Leanne Cole who passed their grade 6. Doug Gilmour passed grade 7 piano and Alison Gilmour passed her grade 8. Good luck to Rosanne MacLeod, Simon Head, Jennifer Lively, Jennifer Carney, Jody Batty, Jen- nifer Guthrie and Cheryl Carnegie who will be trying their piano exams this month at the Royal Conser- vatory. Aiming at Olympics: Small -bore sharpshooter James Sprately of Pickering is in serious training for the Canadian Olympic trials, thanks to the establishment of a trust fund by Cen- tennial College and J.D.S. Investments of Toronto. Olympics are in sight Corporate sponsorship lets shooter train By Jeff Conn Inside a new Pickering Place condominium, James Spratley looks like any other Centennial College student. But put a small -bore rifle in his hands and this 21-year-old becomes a sharpshooter ex- traordinaire. Olympics were out of the question," he says. But at the special prone event in Mexico City in March, the small bore prone specialist fin- ished second. He also recorded his best person- al international score, registering 592 of a possible 600 points. Last month, at the pre-Olyympic competi- Now, with the 1984 Olympics less than three I on in Los Angeles, Spratley finished 14th. And months away, Spratley's "remote" chance of again set a personal best international score landing a spot on the national Olympic squad with 593 of 600. has been upgraded to "very good." You want to be in the top 20 just before the It's mainly due to two sponsors — Centennial Olympics, and that's where I am right now," he College and J.D.S. Investments of Toronto. says. "I'm where I should be and the training is Through the establishment of a trust' fund, just on schedule. Anybody in the top 20, at any which includes the use of the Pickering con- given time, could win the gold medal. dominium, the three-year veteran of the na- Spratley leaves for a European tour later tional team can actively pursue his dream of this month. becoming the world's best -prone ti -- shooter. Without the help of corporate sponsors, the 1984 Olympics would be nothing more than wistful thinking, he says. "I can now get down to some serious train- ing, practicing almost every day from now until the Canadian Olympic trials in July." And after turning in encouraging perform- ances at international competitions in recent months, Spratley anticipates the signing of more sponsors. Six years ago, he began shooting with the Pickering High School cadet corps. "I really got my start at Pickering, Spratley says. "This year I helped coach the cadet teams and was very pleased by their performances." In a stunning upset, Pickering B-squad beat the more experienced A -team to win the provincial and national titles. In 1981, he made the Canadian cadet and, later the senior Bisley teams, which annually competes in England. "That's when I first de ' fhis summer's /V BROOKS, sinto rest dd Pearinly theEntered t red July 28, 1984. Ivy Hospitaon Keddel, Brooks. beloved wife Loving the late John J. motherof Kenneth, Patricia (Mrs. Donald Pegge), Barbara (Mrs. Alfred Pegge) all of Greenwood. Loving grandmother of Ruth, Rosalie, Michael, Jeffrey, Kevin, Susan and Ted. Great- grandmother of Matthew. Dear brolher of Kenneth Keddel < 1 Don Mills. Mrs. Brooks will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W., Pickering, No. 2 Hwy. Pickering Village (Town of Aiax) after 2 p.m. Monday. Funeral service in the chapel on Tuesday, July 31 at 3:15 p.m. Interment Salem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers Greenwoodplease send donations to he eenwood United Church. PASCOE, Edward Alonzo — En- tered into rest at the Dr. J. 0. Ruddy Hospital, Whitby on Mondav, September 10, 1984, in his 83rd Year. Dearly beloved husband of Susie Stanley of Greenwood. Loving father of Lloyd and Helen of Port Perry, Jean and Jim Thomas and Allan of Stouffville, Neil and Sharon, Grant and Rave of Greenwood. Dear grandpa to IS grandchil- dren and 2 great-grandchildren. Mr. Pascoe was born in East Whitby Township, March 19, 1902. The sun of the late Oliver and Bettie Pascoe. He is Prede- ceased by sisters Pearl and Lily, brothers Cecil, Percy, Clinton, Luther, Herman and Walter. Mr. Pascoe will rest at McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Kingston Rd. W. Pickering, No. 2 Highway Pickering Village (Town of Aiax) after 2 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral service in the chapel Thursday September 13 at 1:30 p.m. Interment Mount Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive visitorsat the funeral home from 2 to 4:30 and 7 to 9 P.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flow- ers, please send donations to Greenwood United Church. P IMROSE, Bessie — At 1 eensway General Hos ' at, on onday September 1 984, Bess Mitchell, late o Alder - wood, arly loved a of the late Willi Primr e. Loving mother of eat (Mrs. D. Stewart), On ' dear grand- mother of Kell olleen Stewart. She will also e s ly missed by 4 sisters, b rofhers nd several nieces d nephews. esting at the Rid y Funeral H e, 3080 Lake ore Blvd. W. (al th Si). Fun at service will be !d in th chapel on Thursday t 1 Interment Springc ek emetery, Clarkson. WL.,c cue!!, LU SLay. fIIr-I LUf r15 ll fall It cli, i Pickeringfirms may get 1 on fire p By Stan Josey Toronto Star The federal government is reconsidering its policy on fire insurance businessmen must carry for property they lease on land expropriated for the moth- balled Pickering airport. Current policy requires them to Provide replacement -cost i n s u r- insurance ance on these properties but some businessmen say the insurance is not available. The review comes in the wake of eviction notices served on the owners of two of Pickering's old- est businesses after they were un- able to obtain the insurance. "It's the silliest thing I have ever heard," said Jack Mairs, whose family has operated a hardware store at the intersection of Brock Rd. and Highway 7 in the hamlet of Brougham for 45 years. Every insurance company Mairs tried turned him down be- cause his building — a converted temperance hall built in 1880 — was "irreplaceable." Howard Burton, who has oper- ated a heavy construction machin- ery business in the hamlet for 40 years, ran into the same problem as Mairs when both their one-year leases ran out last March. Their properties were expropri- ated as part of the 7,200-hectare (18,000-acre) Pickering Airport project in 1972 and have been leas- ed back to them on an annual basis since then. Fire insurance William McKay, Toronto region property manager for the federal public works department, said it is government policy that commer- cial tenants occupying federal properties provide their own fire insurance. However, he said this probably would not apply if someone could- n't get insurance. McKay said the government does not require those who rent private homes and farms on the airport lands to have fire insur- ance because they can't get it. Greenwood a bridge to past By Michael Brown Pickering Museum Village will give hordes of students a glimpse of pioneer life during the next six weeks. "We get really a lot of stu- dents (as many as 3,000)," says curator Carol Priamo. The village is open from late May to October at Greenwood, north of Pickering Village on Highway 7 at Greenwood Rd. It includes nine restored pio- neer buildings which were moved to the site from Broug- ham when that hamlet was designated part of the Picker- ing airport site. They are furnished with au- thentic artifacts donated to the museum since it opened in 1979. Regular weekend pioneer activities are supplemented once a month by special events like the bicentennial celebra- tion June 9 and 10 when visi- tors will be able to help with tree planting. It is the fifth season the vil- lage has been operated by the town of Pickering. This year it has financial help from the province's citizenship and cul- ture ministry and from feder- al make-work pr,)grams. More inf.NrTr.: on is avail- able . )ugh the town offices. Nee histor in action this week y 1 On Sunday, (Sept. 16) at f p.m. the museum will be honored wit)- visit from Ontul to Minister of Citizenship and Culture Susan Fish. The minister will be touring the buildings and grounds and will have the opportunity to participate in the many activities which will be taking place. HISTORY • IN -ACTION 84 Pickering Museum Village September 15 & 16, 10am-5pm Join the excitement! f„i Urn east of Brock Rd. on hwy. 7 at the Vfllage of Greenwood (418)083.2760 Pickering Museum The grounds are idea Village, a unique for a family picnic, with restored historical a number of picnic museum is hosting its tables scattered annual "History -in- throughout the grounds, Action" weekend this o, take a luncheon to the weekend (Sept. 15 and grassy banks of the Duf- 16). fins Creek which winds The museum is itself around the proper - located three km. east ty, and enjoy a lazy af- of Brock Rd. on Hwy. 7 ternoon in this idyllic in the village of Green- setting. Refreshments wood and can be are available to the reached by a pleasant drive through rolling and picturesque coun- tryside. History -in -Action" is a "portrait of pioneer life" filled with heritage activities such as but- termaking, open hearth baking, weaving, wool dyeing, candle dipping, chair caning, rug hooking, quilting, sausage making, blacksmithing and numerous other pioneer crafts. Children visiting the museum will par- ticipate in old fashioned games, burr sculptures, apple peeling, help with the corn grinding, try balancing on stilts, and take home a balloon to remember their day at the museum. Visitors are able to tour the historic buildings where guides and craft demonstrators in costume are on hand to answer questions and give visitors a glimpse of pioneer life, watch a blacksmith at his forge, marvel at the technology of the working gas and steam engines, see the log splitter and old fashioned shingle mill in operation and view the collection of model steam engines in the Gas and Steam Barn area. visitor and the country general store is a pleas;::, to browse through offering a num- ber of unusual and unique gift items. An in- teresting and unusual craft being demon- strated is the 19th cen- tury toy reproduction which the children are fascinated with. SOUTH ONTARIO DISTRICT WOMEN'S INSTITUTES i v f /Fa t, . � hQ L 0- 4Al . 7 GZ.✓` u� y �ctt�.et ,l /y2 A relieved and smiling Gary Herrema has his hand raised in victory by Gwen Mowbray, his only competition at the recent Ontario Riding Liberal party nomination. 1_,C4 f ( q �-+I photo b•MariAnneKamer Herrema aa. ts Grit nod By RICHARD BEALES race earlier in the day. One ballot was DURHAM - Durham regional chair- spoiled. man Gary Herrema rode an emotional, Herrema, a self -described "tough issue -packed speech to nomination as the Liberal", plans to draw on the high federal Liberal candidate for Ontario profile he's achieved during his four riding. years as regional chairman. Herrema, 46, edged Whitby bookstore "I know the main streets, I knew owner Gwen Mowbray, 57, in what party the back streets and I even know a few insiders describe as a "close vote", at the alleys," the Uxbridge dairy farmer told nomination meeting July 25 in the an estimated 700 party faithful in his pre - Pickering High School auditorium. vote speech. The two shared 562 votes, after Whitby "I see major issues in each area that lawyer Brian Evans withdrew from the See Herrema ... Page N3 -GYV "-\ SE SAYS_ «TVANKS" DENISE VOUS DIT: "MERG" / f r T- Denise Swedlo of Locust Hill, Ontario is our "THANK YOU CHAMP" for _ Ontario. Asa member of our Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, Denise has now been fitted with a special myo-electric arm. Your donations to the Key Tag Service covered those costs for Denise's arm not covered by the government medical plan. With your continued support, The War Amps will make sure that Denise will grow up with all the advantages she ' deserves. La jeune Denise Swedlo vient de Locust Hill, en Ontario. Elle se fait le i+ porte-parole des VAINQUEURS de sa province pour vous remercier. Elle est membre du Programme pour enfants amputes et, A ce titre, on lui a recemment ajuste un bras artificial myoelectrique. Votre generosite habituelle A 1'endroit du Service des plaques porte-cles a defraye les couts excedentaires de la prothese qu'utilise Denise. 11 faut dire qu'en Ontario, les regimes d'assurance-sante n'acquittent pas en entier le cout des protheses. Forts de 1'encouragement que vous leur avez toujours temoigne, les Amputes de guerre s'assureront que Denise puisse jouir de tous les avantages qu'elle merite d'emblee. ku v MP urges Ottawa to sell Pickering land By Jim Byers Toronto Star Ottawa should sell the land it expropriated or bought in three Durham Region towns for the cancelled Pickering Airport, area MP Scott Fennell says. The rest of the 7,200 hectares (18,000 acres) owned by the federal government should be placed on long-term leases to keep the area from deteriorating any further, he said. "You can't leave the area the way it is now," the Progressive Conservative member for Ontar- io riding said in an interview. "The lands are a disaster. Properties are run down and businesses are in trouble." Fennell said he had written to federal Transport Minister Don Mazankowski, proposing that some 20-25 hectares (50-62 acres) of government land in the com- munities of Brougham, Green River and Altona be offered to the original owners at market value. The land was taken over by Ottawa,in 1972 for the Pickering Airport. The airport was cancel- led three years later. "I've gone through three elec- tions saying we've got to do something with that land," he said. "Now that we're in power, we have to." Fennell said he hoped to meet with Mazankowski to discuss the issue in the next few weeks. A spokesman for the minister said he was not aware of any new plans for the airport land. Fennell stopped short of call- ing for all the government land to be sold, saying an airport might someday be needed. "But I think leasing it long-term in 160- to 240-hectare (400- to 600-acre) lots would give some young farmers a chance to create a community again. There's no stability now when the govern- ment has 30-day cancellation clauses in one- and two-year leases." The short-term leases nog; - offered mean the land is being damaged by year after year of cash crops, which is all that's practical with short-term leases, he said. Pickering Councillor Norah Stoner said she was hopeful the new government would take ac- tion. "Mazankowski was opposed to the airport when he was trans- port critic and the government is selling its excess land at Mira- bel Airport (outside Montreal)," she said. Hobby Once A Necessity by Keith Gilligan In these throw away times, working hard on something that will only be walked on, seems bizarre. But the ladies of the Pickering Rug Hook- ing Guild enjoy spend- ing hours pouring their creative energies into making the best possi- ble floor covering. Once an essential craft in pioneer Can- ada. rug hooking now is enjoyed by only the few. Isabel Annis, a rug hooking teacher and a member of Pickering Rug Hooking Guild, said there are 45 members. Every Thursday morning the group meets in the Pickering Village Uni- ted Church Hall for a few hours of hooking and talking. "There are all levels there. Most have taken lessons and gone on to do various patterns. Some have taken pic- tures of horses or an- imals and hooked rugs in that pattern." Mrs. Annis said rug hooking is a relaxing pastime, one that can be used as a therapy. "It's used as therapy for those who have had operations on their hands or for those with rheumatism." Mrs. Annis has been teaching for four or five years but has been rug hooking more than 30 years. She said she still has a rug she hooked 35 years ago on the floor inside her back door. While Mrs. Annis said the mechanics of the craft are relatively simple, the artwork can become quite involved. "I went to a seminar on landscapes and it got into as much theory as it would for an artist. Some call this'painting with wool." To help the rug hooker out. Mrs. Annis said patterns can be bought, much like a paint -by -number kit but the hooker decides on the colours. Isabel Annis (left) and Doreen Randell display some of the rugs done by the Pickering Rug Hooking Guild. Some of the guild's rugs are on display at the Liverpool Library. One of the advan- tages of belonging to a group is the advice offered from others. Mrs. Annis said the guild is a self-help group where a member can turn to others for advice. A problem the guild faces, as do other rug hooking groups, is get- ting supplies. The nearest place to Pick- ering is in King City. Mrs. Annis said some of the guild members use mail order products to get around the dis- tance problem. The preferred mate- rial to hook with is old, used wool. However this is in short supply now because of recycling. The cost to make a small rug is between S30 and S50 but it could sell for more than S100. Mrs. Annis said. She added that some of the more larger intri- cate rugs sell for much more and would proba- bly never be used on the floor. Some of the guild's rugs are hanging for the month at the Liver- pool Library at Liver- pool and Bushmill. neart attack risk Idctors; now to recognize if someone is King ,u,. _ .. . having a heart attack; a deli- 571-1152 or at the h nation and explanation of Trudy Cutfield, Greerrr CPR procedures; infant re- 686-2592. ...p.cLed in the tall of iioo. Ajax The Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) has announced that a new interchange will be built on the 1 at estney oad in --Transport and Communications Minister James Snow stated MTC has accepted a low bid of $7,888,954 from Armbro Ltd. of Brampton for the project, which should be completed by this time next year. Plans call for the new Westney interchange to link up'' with Bayley Street (Baseline) through a four -lane arterial road over the GO ALRT extension. 1 As soon as the new interchange is completed, the on/off -o ramps at Church Street, Pickering and the 401 will be closed permanently. The Church Street underpass, however, will remain intact. The Westney Road interchange is the latest in a series of projects either announced this year by MTC or already under construction in preparation for the extension of the GO ALRT (Government of Ontario Advanced Light Rapid Transit) from Pickering to Oshawa, running parallel to the CN right-of-way in the area and due to open in 1988. Construction costs along route so far this summer have surpassed $20 million with projections of $400 million when (comple ted. Kee in communitv alive w1A � v� ,qg� ,4 ter, s �,� PICKERING George Martin's concerns as a ratepayer don't end at his own {' back yard fence. The former deputy reeve of Pickering Village, now a major force behind the Greenwood Area Ratepayers' Association, believes groups should act for the best in- terests of the community at large. It's this sense of fair play, combined with,y his determination, which put Martin in the s "' running for a Bicentennial Medal. "If you think only of your family, the community would die," he says. Martin and his associates have made the taxpayers' voice heard on such varied issues as the dumping of garbage in Duffins£ Creek (they won that battle), the preser- vation of hamlets (they were active in for- ming an official hamlet plan for George Martin Greenwood), the establishment of a waste directors of Durham Dale, a halfway house disposal plant in Ajax ( they were in favor of which serves as an alternative to jail for it and, though a minority, they won) and the younger prisoners. beautification of buildings in downtown During his. time in public office, Martin Pickering. was the municipal representative for the Martin's community involvement doesn't Ajax -Pickering Social Planning Council, an end with that association, however. organization that helps people deal with The retired vice-president of Etna intra-family and parent -child problems. Insurance is also involved in the Community Pickering councillor Wayne Arthurs says Care program and sits on Pickering's he nominated Martin because of "the long - committee of adjustment. term commitment he has made. Often, He's now the vice-president of the board of ratepayers just come and go." 12 Pickering's Bay News, November 7, 1984 Bicentennial Medal Winners For Ajax And Pickering Gwen Mowbray served for 14 years as chairman of the Pickering Library Board and then moved on to be a founding member and chairman of the Asso- ciation of Library Boards of Ontario. Brenda Davies has been involved with the Ajax - Pickering Red Cross for 30 years, since the days she helped found it. Leona Fortey has given more than 5,000 hours of volunteer service to Ajax as a member of the St. John Ambulance Brigade. Owen Ashley worked with the Ajax Senior Citizen's Friendship Club to build a permanent meeting hall for the group and he has also canvassed for the local hospital. George Armenis has sports in Ajax through his served 15 years with the volunteer work as presi- Adult Scouting Service dent, coach and fund and was awarded the long raiser for the Ajax service medal and 15-year Ringette and Minor service pin. Hockey Associations. Monica Cook began working with the Red Cross in 1940 and now works with handicapped children. Jill Mason's main contri- bution is her volunteer work with the Ajax and Pickering Hospital Auxil- iary. She convenes fund- raising projects to I \. t Alf Williams has given a great deal of service to the Boy Scouts and Venturers and is involved with the Rotary Club. Kinsmen and Lions. Henry Westney's contri- bution to Ajax includes his volunteer work for the Ajax Historical Society, Red Cross, Pickering Vil- lage Heritage Society and the United Way. Michael Burns is a long- time member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society and has served as presi- dent for the last four years. Daniel Roach has raised thousands of dollars for minor softball and hockey, as well as coach- ing both sports. James Clark was a found- ing member of the Rouge Hills Lion Club and has served as president and treasurer/secretary. George Martin is a major force behind the Green- wood Area Ratepayers Association. He is work - Bob Pearson has been active with the United Way, minor baseball, the Bay News Personality �0 Of The WeekBy Cindy Lister Twelve times a week Anne Dean donsa furry hand puppet named Bird and becomes the' Pied Piper of the Pick- ering Library system to groups of area pre- schoolers. The antics of Bird are eagerly anticipated by children as a prelude to the libraries' half-hour sto- rytimes which Anne has been leading for eleven years. "I started as a part- time library assistant at the Bay Ridges Library in August of 1973," she "and therefore, I think the children have fun." The enthusiastic response which Mrs. Dean's storytimes gen- erate is the result of a long-term interest in reading and children. Anne always read to her own two children and herjob as an assist- ant supervisor in a pri- vate nursery school in England provided her with excellent training for the career which she would eventually develop here in Can- ada. Before the Deans Region alone reveal a staggering number of people whose stand- ards of living havebeen severely limited by inaccessibility to the basic principles of reading and writing. Anne's interest in the program is perhaps stimulated by the importance of reading in her own personal life. Outside of work she is an avid reader who consumes up to twelve books per week while still maintaining a household and fitting Storyteller Anne Dean entertains an appreciative audience. recalls. "At that time, there was only one sto- rytime per week, and I took it over when the lady who had been conducting the ses- sions decided to leave." The storytime began to attract an increas- ingly large audience. When attendance rose to thirty children, another timing was scheduled and further sessions have since been arranged to accommodate the expanding library membership. Anne now serves the Picker- ing Library branches as a full-time employee in charge of childrens' services and her posi- tion entails responsi- bilities which incude the consultation of reviews and promo- tional material for the purpose of making order recornmenda- tions to the chief librar- ian. The storytimes are a part of the job which Anne continues to enjoy. "I have fun when I'm reading the sto- ries." she remarks, emigrated to Canada, Anne's community concern had prompted her involvement with Brownies, and she revived that commit- ment when she and her husband settled in West Shore sixteen years ago. Over the years Anne has assumed addi- tional voluntary func- tions. She is currently the Chairperson of the Literacy Council of Durham Region. This organization consists of a group of volunteers who are trained to become tutors for functionally illiterate teens and adults. Volunteers attend a weekend workshop where they are instructed in the Laub- ach method of teach- ing, a training theory whose motto "each one, teach one" pro- motes the concept whereby the student eventually becomes a teacher. The council now has forty tutors in the field and many more are needed. Sta- tistics for the Durham in time for needlework. Mrs. Dean also acts as the co-ordinator for the "visiting library," a service which the Pick- ering Library system provides for shut-ins and seniors. Those who require the service can call the library and request reading mate- rial which is then picked up and deli- vered by courier. Somehow Anne manages to systemati- cally organize all of her activities. Her small office at the Bay Ridges Library reflects the character of a dedi- cated worker. The books which line the office shelves are pre- dominantly titles per- taining to children and the selection of reading material for children. It is obvious where Anne Deans main interests lie. After all, it takes a special kind of magic to create a devoted fol- lowing of over 150 pre- schoolers, even if you are the Pied Piper! �o�N of P,c�� Z DURHAM Dear Friends: Ward 3 Report NORAH STONER Regional Councillor I hope that during this busy Holiday Season you will be able to spend a few minutes browsing through this news- letter, catching up on the latest doings in the Town and around the neighbourhoods of Ward 3. Communication is probably a Councillor's most important responsibility - ensuring that you are well informed about issues and that I hear from you about your concerns. Please don't hesitate to call me at the office - 683-2760 or at home - 683-3589. My job is to make Ward 3's concerns heard at Pickering and Durham. Your job is to make sure I know your views. I sincerely hope that you and yours have a joyous holiday season and health, happiness and good fortune in 1985. Best Wishes to you all! ."� zznIez__ Norah Stoner Regional Councillor, Ward 3 Town of Pickering z 41 Wage increase urged for Durham teachers - Heather Durham Region school teachers should get wage increases ranging from 3.8 per cent to 4.5 per cent, say two provincial reports on contract negotiations. The reports of fact -finder Harold Jakes, appointed to help speed up negoti- ations between the Durham Board of Education and the elementary and sec- ondary teacher federations, says Dur- ham is "not a poor board" in comparison with other Ontario boards and is able to pay more than it has offered. The Durham Elementary Teachers' Association is asking for a 7 per cent in- crease and the Durham branch of the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation wants 7.5 per cent. The board is offering 2 per cent to sec- ondary teachers and 2.6 per cent to teachers at the top end with 11 years of experience or more (to compensate those who could not get increases under the 5 per cent provincial wage re- straints). Elementary teachers are being offered 1.5 per cent.. High school teachers with the highest qualifications make $24,063 in their first year and $42,575 with 11 years, while elementary teachers at the same level make $20,295 in their first year and $41,- 186 with 11 years or more. Elementary teachers' spokesman John Flinch says the report mostly favors the Rachers' side of negotiations and that .he negotiating team was "very pleased" with the report. The two sides have met since the re- port was issued but Hinch says they're "not close" to an agreement and as a re- sult have requested the province send a mediator to bring them closer. But the main issue for elementary teachers is classroom size. The Durham elementary system has the second high- est pupil/teacher ratio in the province, resulting in maximum class sizes of 28 in kindergarten, 30 at the primary level (grades 1, 2 and 3), 32 in junior (grades 4, 5 and 6) and 35 in intermediate (grades 7 and 8). Hinch says classes, especially at the primary level, should be reduced to about 23 and the elementary teachers as- sociation is asking the board to hire 25 to 30 more teachers next year. Tom Reed, chief negotiator for Durham secondary school teachers. Reed says the federation was going to request a .mediator before the report was issued but now it's "hopeful" a set- tlement will be reached. Board chairman Ruth Lafarga says the wage increases being offered work out to close to 5 per cent taking yearly seniority increases into account. The province has recommended 5 per cent increases for public employees and is "hinting" at 3 to 4 per cent grants to school boards. Raises higher than that would have to come from local taxpay- ers, Lafarga says. "We're continuing to negotiate and we're very optimistic we will reach a settlement," she says. 24-hour crisis intervention cen tre to By Malcolm Johnson Toronto Star Mental health services in Durham Re- gion will recOve a big boost early in the new year with the opening of a 24-hour crisis intervention centre at Oshawa General Hospital. The Ontario Ministry of Health has ap- proved $178,878 in start-up and opera- tional costs for the centre. It will accom- modate individuals who show up at the hospital's emergency department in need of help for emotional distress. A crisis intervention team including "Teacher morale is low and programs are suffering," he says. "We are not pre-' pared to settle an agreement until the staffing thing gets settled." Teachers are not asking that the staff- ing issue be part of the collective agree- ment, but that the board draw up new guidelines. In his report, Jakes says elementary teachers should be given "significantly higher" increases than secondary teach- ers since they make less and have more students per class. He recommends 3.8 to 4.2 per cent in- creases for secondary teachers and 4 to 4.5 for elementary. "Durham is in a growth period and I don't see why we should take less (than some other Ontario school boards)," says public health nurses, social workers and psychologists under the direction of a psychiatrist will be available on a 24- hour basis. Following short-term treatment, pa- tients will be referred to appropriate services in the community. The crisis intervention team will also provide follow-up care. - The Durham Region District Health Council had recommended the crisis intervention centre be set up as part of a comprehensive review of mental health services in the region. sm "The establishment of this program will go far in responding to regional mental health priorities identified by the District Health Council," chairman Tom Cowan says. He notes that one concern has been that help for peopleindistress should be available quickly and as close to an indi- vidual's community as possible. Jean Achmatowicz, chairman of the council's standing committee on adult mental health services, says the new centre should help reduce .psychiatric admissions to hospitals. Y Lifeguards must be ready for poolside emergencies By Warren Potter Toronto Star Many people who see lifeguards watching over swimmers at Pickering's new 25-metre swimming pool may think the job is easy. But the lifeguards at the town's recreation centre at Valley Farm Rd. and Highway 2 say it isn't so. Kathy Gerroir, 25,. one of 40 full- and part- time lifeguards says the job is a specialized one. Before she became a lifeguard a year ago, Gerroir, who has three children, worked in an office. She prefers pool work because she meets different people every day. Minimum qualifications for the job involve at least 60 hoer§ of study. To qualify.for the Royal Life Saving Society's bronze medal, lifeguards hSve to swim 22 pool lengths in 14 minutes and learn basic lifesaving skills. The guards are trained in artificial respi- ration, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and first aid skills. Most of the lifeguards possess not only the bronze- medal but the National Lifeguard Service certificate, which requires about 100 hours of training. Handy skills Gerroir and other guards, including Sandi Smith, 23, and Jacquie Bartlett, 19, not only watch over the pool, they also teach children and mentally and physically handicapped people how to swim. Their skills come in handy both at poolside and elsewhere. Bartlett and another lifeguard, Jan McLuckie, were shopping in Sheridan Mall once when a man went into a diabetic coma. "Most of the public just stood around and I had to push my -way through them," Bartlett says. They held the man's head and stuck a comb in his mouth to prevent him from bit- ing his tongue: "This (training) makes you much more aware of people outside," she says. Although there have not been any inci- dents at the pool, guards went to a dressing room at the centre recently when a man suf- fered a stroke and are called to other areas when first aid is necessary. Verbally abused Their function at poolside is to see that swimmers obey the rules. "A lot of people don't realize the problems they can get into at a swimming pool," Smith says. "Some dive in at the shallow end. A man in Ajax did that in his backyard pool and is now a paraplegic." Guards also discourage people from run- ning on the deck or clowning around on the diving boards. They are sometimes verbally abused by people, usually older swimmers who cannot accept that the young lifeguards are trained in their work, Smith says. Other people think that the lifeguards are a babysitting service and send a 2-year-old child to the tots pool accompanied by a 12- year-old brother or sister. The 12-year-old usually leaves the tot in the wading pool while he swims in the big pool. But, Smith says, the guards don't allow any small child in the pool area unless accompa- nied by someone over 16. Life can get hectic for the guards when the pool is full. The limit is 365 people and up to six guards are necessary at peak times. The pool is cleared every 15 minutes when it is crowded so lifeguards can make inspec- tions. The guards — 26 female and 14 male — are required to take refresher courses every two years. If they don't pass, they lose their jobs. 25` $9.00 a year by carrier $12.00 a year by post (Ili . t1i RVING PICKERING, AJAX, WHITBY, WEST HILL CIRCULATION 21,500 Is It Fight Town Employees And Equipment Used Outside Town? Asks Fisher During my term of office, it was agreed upon by council members that any wood cut- ting that took place on the road allowances in rural areas that the adjacent landowner could have first option for his/her own use at no cost to the landowner. If the landowner declined the offer the wood was then to be returned to the Town Works Dept. Yard and used for such events as History in Action Day to run the steam boilers. It has come to my attention that wood cut in the 7th concession on a road allowance that council or a member of council has instructed staff that half of the said wood be delivered to Brooklin, Municipality of Whitby and the remaining half of the wood to a resident in the City of Oshawa. The The Pickering Bay News recieved the above letter from former councillor Gerry Fisher and upon making inquiries into this complaint, we were informed that the councillor who directed the H rks department to cut the wood into stove lengths, load it and deliver it to the resi- dents in Oshawa and Brooklin was councillor Stoner. The questions that arise are: if the people in Brooklin and Oshawa were the owners of the land and wanted the wood why they did not remove it at their own expense instead of the taxpayers of Pickering.Second Oshawa resident is on vacation and staff has now been instructed to bring his/her half of the wood back to the Town Works Dept. yard in Pickering and be kept under lock and key until the recipient returns. At this time the wood will then be delivered by our Pick- ering employee and piled at the back of the recipients home. Instructions were also given that the wood be cut into stove length size. Is is right that Town Employees of Picker- ing should be using. Town Equipment and Trucks not to mention skilled labour at the taxpayers expense. Can council or a council member not find a better use of our money than to have wood delivered to residents in other Municipali- ties. Gerry Fisher. question: Aren't our councillors elected to try and keep our taxes down and make sure that our monies are not frettered away on pet pro- jects. Third question: Is councillor Stoner a power to herself or did council sanction this transaction. Last question: If this is a practice can a taxpayer of Pickering request the use of a Township vehicle and staff to deliver goods for them. At least the taxpayer would be more entitled to such a service than a resident of another municipality. We await a reply. "Woodcutting Caper" Attention: Bay News Much like sawdust in cheap hamburger the great "Woodcutting Caper" has been used to fill the front page of the Bay News. May I request equal front page visibility as the letter of Mr. Fisher and contribute some filler of my own. It was we -- the Jones' --to whom restitution in the form of wood was offered. Trees were removed by a Town crew from within the boundaries which have defined the limits of the property owned and maintained by our family for close to 150 years. These trees were cut in con- travention of the policy that cutting crews con- sult with the lan- downers before cutting near or inside property boundaries. I have no doubt that all lan- downers support this practice since it was designed to ensure that they were aware of cut- ting activities. Permis- sion was not asked of us. This wrong was rec- ognized by Mrs. Stoner and the council and, to their credit, a policy was implemented that should ensure that tree cutting powers of the Town are not open to abuse by any party. Restitution was offered in the form of wood equal in quantity to that removed. New trees will be planted. The key issue appears to be resolved. The court, and considerable expense has been avoided. A very eco- nomical and humane restitution has been made. I commend Mrs. Stoner and the council in general for recogniz- ing the rights and con- t r i b u t i o n s o f individuals who strive to ensure that the inter- ests and efforts of lan- downers in the Town are protected. I do not; however, applaud those individuals who must use the press as the mount, galloping around in the guise of cowboy heros but leav- ing nothing but steam- ing piles of dung! The belated questions raised by Mr. Fisher and the editor clearly demonstrate that their ten gallon hats have fallen over their eyes. All in all; however, you the readers may find it quite entertaining to watch the rodeo. Sincerely, Keith Jones Editors Note: The whole principle of Mr. Fisher's com- plaint has been ignored. The matter in question is Should Town vehicles and staff be utilized to deliver wood, cut to stove length, to residents of Brooklin and Oshawa, at Pickering Taxpay- er's expense? Reader Says Full Report Should Be Made Dear Sir: I am concernd about the charges contained on the front page of your March 21/84 issue. Apparently town vehicles and personnel have been used to cut and deliver firewood to private residences. Pickering on balance has been well governed over the past dozen years. I would hate to see a black mark appear on the record. In my view the Coun- cil should investigate the allegations promptly. I would hope there is some explana- tion which will indicate no wrongdoing. On the other hand if there is substance to the charges a full report should be made to the taxpayers, those responsible should be identified and every effort should be made to see that it does not happen again. Yours truly. Ken Spratley Readers Says Public Must Be Appraised Of Facts Dear Sir: I read with interest and concern your front page story about wood being cut on a town road allowance, stored in a town facility, then delivered by town vehi- cles and staff to private individuals in our municipalities, all, allegedly at the direc- tion of a member of Council. These allega- tions deserve a full inquiry by Council, and the public must be appraised of the facts As a former Picker- ing Township resident and Councillor. and currently as a property owner, taxpayer and local businessman, I am horrified to read allegations that an indi- vidual member of Council has stepped far outside of her responsibilities as a Councillor, and am equally concerned that Public Works Depart- ment staff would act on such instructions with- out apparently ques- tioning the propriety of their actions. It is totally unethical for a member of Council to act unilaterally and particularly in matters which involve use of municipal staff and equipment with benef- its to individuals, and worse, non-residents of the Town. Should Council investigate this matter and find that the allega- tions are proven, and that an individual Councillor violated acceptable municipal ethical practises, that Councillor must resign from Council. Thepub- lic cannot have confi- dence in the integrity of the municipal govern- ment, when such fla- grant abuses of municipal power occur. Further, if staff have been actively involved in such events, Council should consider disci- plinary action against the staff members concerned. Yours very truly, Bob Mason. METROS NEW FRONTIER e i OURRAiM J T I�ATCN US GROIN:,1w, f:. e zt' X;;c�. 5.. enF 2,. x .. People and industry are flocking in but not everything's coming up roses By David Miller Toronto Star I TO some, it's a' succession of exits on the 401 be- tween Metro and Osha- wa. To others, it's a nu- clear plant, a marina or a place to buy flowers. But to 300,000 people, it's home. Durham may be the Id t-kept secret of all the regions rounding Metro because it's den and trisected by Highways , 2 and 7. But look beyond the r of traffic or the welter of mmercial strips and you'll find t the sun does indeed rise on usands of single-family roofs in east. irst, the population of Durham s risen 20 per cent in eight rs, beginning as a gradual slop- , ver from Scarborough but quick- ly developing an identity of its qwn in Pickering, the old war town of Ajax, newly rich Whitby qnd the industrial base of General Motors in Oshawa. Nearly 90 per cent of the people Ui the area live along Highway 2 or the 401, flowing north from the g1ghways into hundreds of housing evelopments and south to t h e Eke where one can buy an $80,000 house with a panoramic view of the water. ' And people are now finding they Can work- livo and nlav within thn mute for many (50 per cent of the region's workers commute and in Whitby it's 40 per cent) because good jobs can be found in Durham today. That's why housing starts in- creased 46.7 per cent last year; that's why non-residential building permits were up 74 per cent, and that's why total floor space dou- bled 1983 figures. Durham, of all the regions ring- ing Metro, still offers new homes at the lower end of the scale. Drive along Highway 2 and you'll see development after development, flags snapping in the breeze, invit- ing you to buy at $59,900 and up, low down payment, ree room in the basement and a walkout to a yard of your own. All that looks pretty good to the Metro families jammed into a high-rise, and the GO Transit line from Pickering (with an extension to Oshawa opening in 1987) means there's transit for commuters. Durham hasn't grown as quick- ly as the other regions, but Region- al Chairman Gary Herrema, a big friendly dairy farmer, likes it that way. "Before you know it, they (York and Peel) will be filled and we'll still be here, just waiting for new industry. We have the land for expansion and we have the transit. .tile} lx/rAtnh ne "r..... 1, growth has brought problems, both in planning and development. Ajax, for example, is growing at the edges, but still doesn't have a downtown core. Pickering, with the nuclear plant and the acres of industrial land south of the town, doesn't yet have a centre, although the expan- sion of the Sheridan Mall plus a fancy new recreation centre have given it a "sense of being." Whitby, which has taken special pains to create an executive image, a "Markham East", still lacks a major commercial centre to go with the fancy new housing and high-tech industry. And there's competition. Each of the centres along Highway 2 is fighting tooth and nail for indus- try, wooing the Japanese, wining and dining the car support and high-tech firms. "Yes, there's parochialism," Herrema says. "Everyone is out for all the marbles because the councillors are elected at home — they want the big one. But why not? The action is here. We've got the lands, the homes, the develop- ers and the sewers (the Durham - York trunk line). We can move." Other contentious issues: The Pickering nuclear station and its effect on house prices, and the Pickering airport lands, 7,200 bec- 4o,- , ., �,.,.,w,1,1,4 ____ AL__ - -•__ Ir M This is the second of a four-part series examining the rapidly growing regions — York, Durham and Peel — that surround Metro Toronto. The series was compiled and written by David Miller of The Sunday Star; Dave Steen, The Star's West Bureau deputy chief; Vicki Stevens, North Bureau, deputy chief; Warren Potter, East Bureau chief, and Brian Dexter, North Bureau chief. Warren Potter Brian Dexter Vicki Stevens Dave Steen David Miller hurt, but now lying idle. A new report on the nuclear plant last week warned that little ;has been done to prepare the 100,- p00 nearby residents for a serious iuclear accident. The report criti- 1•izes Durliam for failing to imple- fient nuclear training programs ;for its own staff, regional police land the staff of the eight munici- r,alities. As for the airport, Tory MP Scott Fennell (who coincidentally defeated Herrema, a Liberal, in the last election) says the land should be placed on long-term leases to ensure it won't deterio- t•ate. Herrema stoutly maintains the nuclear plant is not a factor in housing prices, but is a major em- ployer in the region. And, he says the airport land should be kept as airport land because Metro will someday need a freight port to If there's a crying need in Dur- ham, it's inter -municipal transit along Highway 2. Pickering and Ajax have dial -a -buses servicing the GO line and Whitby has a small transit service of its own, but for the housewife stuck in Pickering who wants to go to neighboring Ajax, the only option is a car. "Traffic is jammed along High- way 2 and it's getting worse along the 401," says Herrema. "Regional transit must come." So must new schools. Ruth Lafarga, the chairman of the Durham public board, has sub- mitted a five-year capital spend- ing plan to the provincial govern- ment calling for $61 million for new schools, expansion of existing ones, maintenance and portable classrooms. The board, now with 47,000 kids in its system, is growing at 5 per cent a year and over -crowding is a Am ) AI. AN LAIN. OP i WRONTO S, All Growing subdivisions, such as Westney Heights, above, on the eastern fringe of Pickering, are eating up farmland in Durham Region. and now has 153 within the sys- tem. "We're about the only public board that's really growing," says Lafarga, who is trying to prepare Durham for the explosion ahead (population, now just under 300,- 000, is expected to top 400,000 by the 1990s). Tom Simmons, chairman of .the sbparate school board, is also in the same bus. He has a system that's growing 5 per cent a year and now tops 11,000, mainly be- cause of the growth in Ajax and Pickering. "We can cope now, but we're_ gearing up for the future. Look at the forecasts for Ajax and Picker- ing and you'll see what we face. We need more schools. Even when we open a new one, we have to acid portable classrooms immediately. We now have 70." If there's a real success story in the region, it's feisty Whitby, which now has a population of 40,- 000, strongly following a middle- class path forged by Mayor Bob Attersley, an unabashed booster of industry and executive housing. "We, as a council, promote this town," says Attersley, a million- aire and a man who knows how to sell. "We chase industry. We pre- pare a list of what we've got and what we need and then we go out and get it. We believe in comnlee. [residents love small-town atmosphere By Warren Potter Toronto Star Dave McCracken thinks Pickering is erfect and Larry Donnelly is wild about llhitby. McCracken and Donnelly are two of the eew breed of pioneers who have forsaken he big city for a more relaxed lifestyle in inaller communities east of Metro. And they're so happy about their small- bwn existence they're prepared to put up with the hassle of commuting long dis- ances to work each day. For McCracken, a 41-year-old lithogra- )her who emigrated from Edinburgh on a whim in 1967 — because he wanted to see P_xpo '67 — living in Pickering is the an- swer to his dreams. His wife, Cheryl, and three young sons san walk from their Woolaston Court some in the Glendale subdivision to the iheridan shopping mall, which will be the Focal point for the burgeoning town 4entre on Liverpool Rd. w The family — there were only two chil- ren then — moved into a new three -bed- room, detached home 41/2 years ago. Until then they lived in a Willowdale condominium and, McCracken says, the choice to move east was mainly economic. "We came out originally because the (dousing was affordable. Once we got here eve couldn't believe the difference," he .aid. "There is a small-town atmosphere. You go into a government office and they treat you like human beings. In Toronto they treat you like you shouldn't be there, like an animal. They always talk down to you — but not here." McCracken is prepared to pay for his love affair with Pickering. He drives daily to his job near Pearson Internation- al Airport, a round trip of about 100 kilo- metres (60 miles) and is prepared to do it indefinitely. "I am here to stay. Our taxes are pretty well the same as they were in Willowdale. Tt is a growing area and there is only one way for property values to go — and .that's up." 'McCracken Is right. lie paid $60,000 for his home and now similar ones in the sub- division are selling for more than $80,000. Donnelly is a longer term resident of :Durham region. He, his wife, Yvonne, and three children originally lived in `a small rural subdivision on the Ajax -Whitby town line bu t have recently purchased a newer home in Whitby's east end. Donnelly, 38, works as a salesman for a p6mputer company, and until last May ovelled daily to his office at Victoria ark and Highway 401, a round-trip dis- a rove of 83 kilometres (46 miles). Since ;then he's had to travel to his firm's head f ffice at Highway 401 and Meadowvale �Rd. in Mississauga, more than double the distance. -;It's supposed to be a temporary move. " "I wouldn't want to do it over the win- ter time," he says. "It takes me an hour and a quarter to an hour and a half each way but on a bad day it has taken me up to two hours to get to work. The traffic situation is really getting bad. All the advantages of widening the 401 have been gobbled up with increased traffic." But Donnelly dismisses any thoughts of moving into Metro to be nearer his em- ployment. "I really enjoy the small-town atmos- phere (of Whitby) although the population has more than doubled here," he says. "I enjoy the facilities Whitby has, all the liv- ing standards and eating facilities." Before they moved to Whitby the Don- nellys lived in a rented Don Mills home and, like the McCrackens, originally moved out because housing was cheaper. Although thousands of Durham region's 300,000 people commute to Metro every day, many have found jobs in the region's industries, including the area's biggest company, General Motors in Oshawa: Mike Fitzpatrick of Billingsgate Cres- cent in Ajax drives a couple of kilometres to his work as night supervisor in a plant which makes electrical components. While he could earn more money doing a comparable job in Metro, the stocky, bearded father of six says Metro has no attractions for him. "The main problem is travelling," he said. "It could be an inconvenience in the winter if you are using your own trans- portation." A wise -cracking Cape Bretoner, who constantly refers to himself as a Down Homer, Fitzpatrick has lived in his semi- detached home for 20 years and has paid off his mortgage. "Durham region reminds me of the area I came from in Nova Scotia," he says. `The people are friendly — not that they are not friendly in the city but unfor- tunately they never hove time to social- ize." "It is a big plus when you live in this community. The sch ols are close by. Having six children (n w grown) it made a big difference not tq.have to travel far to school." Ajax is such a homed place that Fitzpat- rick was a familiar fi ure on weekends, toiling away in his i unicipally owned allotment garden, a s ne's throw away from the town's mai street, Harwood Ave. But Fitzpatrick the victim of progress. Two years go. Ajax council built low-cost housing 'and a senior citi- zens' apartment buiI ing on the field where he grew cabbag . and tomatoes. "A townhouse stand, above my garden and I can't very well ig up the founda- tions," he said. That development a the many other residential subdivision going up in Ajax and surrounding corn ities are viewed with mixed feelings b Fitzpatrick, who sr Dave McCracken: Pickering man commutes to his job nea[Y." earson Interna- tional Airport, a round trip of about 100 kilometres, but would dream of mov- ing. He loves the friendly atmosphere and says: "I am here to st has lived in Durham region since 1953. IIe doesn't like the idea of Ajax losing its small-town atmosphere where every- body knows everybody else. "But buildings go up and they have to go up some place," he said."You have to look toward the future for the children." While the smaller towns in Durham, such as Uxbridge and Port Perry, are not being affected to any great degree, Pick- ering, Whitby and Ajax are finding that the .building surge is putting a 'severe strain on their resources. Until three or four years ago, these communities were clearly identifiable with green belts separating them. There is still a green belt — the Rouge Valley — between Metro's eastern boundary and Pickering, but farther east the divisions blur as the open space is eaten up with residential developments hugging the main arteries of highway 2 and Highq- way 401. Subdivisions are springing up around the village, dominated to the east by the giant Westney Heights subdivision, where 1,200 homes have already been completed and another 500 are expected to be built in the next three years by one of the re- gion's largest developers, JDS Invest- ments Ltd. Already one school has been built in the subdivision and another is planned. A small shopping plaza is under construc- tion. Milton Mowbray, a Toronto -based law- yer who lives in Kinsale, north of high- way 7, between Brooklin and Brougham, is unhappy that some of the region's bet- ter farming land is being lost to the devel- oper's bulldozer. The Mowbray family has lived in the same farmhouse for 110 years and still cultivates cash crops. Mowbray has lived there all his life, apart from a few years in Toronto, and calls the increasing urbanization "inevita- ble." It is unfortunate that quite a bit of the developed area contains good, agricul- tural land, he says. Loss of valuable agricultural land is not the only concern among many long-time residents. Some are alarmed at the lack of balance between residential and commercial - industrial development in south Durham. A long-time critic of the way the region — and particularly Ajax — is being plan- ned is Bill Jones, a feisty, 69-year-old na- tive Yorkshireman who came to the town 35 years ago when the population was only 2,000. Now it is 28,000. Jones, a retired electronics engineer, frequently writes letters to the local news- paper castigating Ajax council for not at- tracting industrial and commercial devel- opment. He also thinks it is "pretty useless" rely- ing on the region to bring in industry to the town. Before regional government, the indi- vidual communities had their own indus- trial commissions and Jones was chair-. man of the Ajax commission for five' years until it was disbanded in favor of a region -wide industrial commission. "We did a lot of promotion and we were very successful," he says. "Since the com- mission was disbanded, only one industry has been brought into Ajax." Jones backs up his claims up with a sheaf of statistics and warns that with in- creasing taxes it may be impossible to live in Ajax. Lot levies do not cover costs and more services are needed. Ajax has only two po- lice cruisers to cover the town and they, cannot enforce the bylaws. Schools are overcrowded. Many have'. portable classrooms and there is exten- sive busing. For example, at Elizabeth P. Phin pub- lic school on Pickering's Altona Rd., 85 per cent of the students arrive by bus each day. Rita Dufresne, who lives in Pickering's' Glendale subdivision, puts her children on school buses every day. Sons David, 6, and Mark, 4, attend St. Isaac Jogues separate school about four kilometres away. Dufresne doesn't have any complaints about the system, but says there could be a problem when the children reach Grade 8. The nearest Catholic secondary school, Dennis O'Connor has just moved to Ajax from Whitby. Unless a separate high school is built in Pickering, her children will have to travel to Ajax. The city of Oshawa, which likes to be considered the capital of Durham, is still a little too far away for most Metro resi- dents who have moved to the region. But this will all change in 1987, says Mayor Allan Pilkey, when the GO -train service is extended to Oshawa via the new GO-ALRT system which will link it with the present terminal at Pickering. When that happens, "people will con- sciously place their development here. They relate to the GO -train," he says. 0 Next Sunday: The Northern Frontier