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I page 4, Saturday May 24 Letter says: 24-hr. hospital service similar to walk-in clinic As chairperson of SOGH (Save Our General Hospital), I feel compelled to respond to statements made with regard to Whitby General Hospital on May 10 and the editorial of May 17. FACTS: The facts are being lost in the rhetoric. The Durham District Health Council has recommended the elimination of all acute care, emergency care and provision of day services at Whitby General Hospital. In other words they recommend the closure of the General Hospital in Whitby. This is the recommendation that the Hospital Services Restructuring Commission will review at the official position. This has caused much concern and controversy in Whitby. 24 hour emergzency: Comments could lead residents into a false sense of security. The level of emergency care that will be available after June 1 has been defined as follows: "This level as current walk-in clinics or urgent care services". I have been advised by the Ministry responsible for ambulances in Ontario that ambulances not take patients to a facility offering this level of emergency care. "Vocal minority": I want to assure the residents of Whitby who walked the streets, knocking on doors canvassing to save our general hospital, that their efforts were significant. Your 31,000 signatures represents 65.4% of eligible voters. Corporate members represent 1.6% is a vocal majority I had the wrong math teacher. Submission: The Save Our General Hospital Committee's submission to the Health Services Restructuring Commission was significant enough that both Whitby General Hospital and Oshawa General Hospital personally requested a copy. Our submission clearly addresses the Commission's mandate to make decisions based on "quality, accessibility and affordability." Physicians: For 25 years Whitby General Hospital had sèrved patients needs. What has changed at Whitby General Hospital since June 1994 that physicians feel this is no longer possible? Although I believe local physicians should have been more vocal about the REHAB only position the board was taking, they cannot be held responsible for this situation. Fundraising letter: Referred to by Mr. Flaherty had two major problems. First and most important, it indicated that "the rehabilitation of excellence" role for Whitby General Hospital had been approved, it has not. This tactic has been used before to convince Whitby residents and the Corporate members that there are not other options left. Second it was not sent by the foundation who is responsible for fundraising, it was signed by a paid staff member. The Whitby Free Press: Has always been a voice for the people of Whitby. I would hope that all new staff including editorial staff, would familiarize themselves with genuine community concerns ie: that the "heart of our community" our hospital is not delivering what the residents expect and we are becoming so jaundiced that we hope the Health Services Restructuring Commission will soon decide on what treatment we will receive. I would also hope that the new Whitby Free Press would recognize community efforts to attain at least some of our essential hospital services in Whitby. Ruthz Holdsworth Heritage House Tour Eleven of Brooklin's heritage buildings will be featured in this year's LACAC House Tour, to be held Saturday June 14 in honor of the 150th anniversary of the naming of the village. Tickets are $10 and available in local shops. More details on this to come later. Spring Fair Highlights It's coming soon. This year's fair is June 5 to 8 and high- lights include Thursday's Ambassador Pageant and the Demolition Derby; Friday's Truck and Tractor Pull; Sat- urday's parade and another evening of Demolition and Sunday's Antique Car Show and Harness Horse Races. And don't miss the Agricultural Tent, Craft Show, Ba- varianTent and Sports Fan Challenge. Horticultural Society garden tips By STEPHEN LEAHY Brooklin Correspondent This year's Brooklin Horticultural Society Plant Auction was sched- uled for today, Saturday May 24 starting at 10:30 a.m. in Grass Park. The giant plant auction is an outstanding opportu- nity for gardeners to pick up some wonderful annu- als, perennials, seedlings, trees, shrubs, vegetables and houseplants. All have been grown by Society members and friends. Get free planting and growing tips from those who know. Proceeds support our lo- cal garden club which, by the by, is responsible for the beautification of the Brooklin Business area, the library, Post Office, Le- gion, Grass Park, Area Churches and some com- munity centres. And they could use a lit- tle help this cool spring, so why not donate a couple hours of your time. No doubt you'll pick up even more tips. Gardener Get Together If you miss the plant auc-. tion, then why not drop in this Wednesday May 28, the Brooklin Horticultural Society meeting.. The month's special guest is Pleasance Crawford who will talk about the. unique flora found,, at the old Whitby Psychiatric Hospital. After nearly 100 years of landscaping and gardening there some real treasures there. By the waythe old Hospi- tal and its grounds are up for sale by the Province of Ontario. It's too early to say what will happen to some of the historic build- ings and the grounds but some people in Whitby are trying to preserve some of our heritage for future generations. The meeting starts at 8 p.m., and is held the Brook- lin United Church hall. Free admission and all are welcome. Good Deeds Auction The Brooklin United Church will be hosting an auction of home-baked goods, quilts, tickets to events and a whole range of good deeds like yard work, and house cleaning. LeiUI~!AW1 hîq 4~Ie I MONITUES WED THUR MAY MAY MAY MAY 26 27 I128 129r DELI CUT, MOZZARELLA CHEESE 19 LIMIT 2 LBS. AND g099 WITH ANY STORE PURCHASE LB 1 I - 1~~ FR'I SAT MAY MAY 30 1 31y MASTRO 100% PURE OLIVE OIL LARGE 1 L BOTLE e EA LIMIT 2 BOTLES BULK ASHLOCK DELI SLICED LARGE PITTED COOKED PRUNES 1,79 HAM 1.49 LB LB BULK M&M'S BULK ASSORTED FLAVOURS PLAIN OR FRUIT .9 PEANUT 2.99 DRINK *77 CANDY LB CRYSTAiLS LB FROZEN i LB TUB MINUTE MAID MOM'S 79 PUNCHES or D*" *OFT EA NESTEA E ICE TEA 355 ML MARGARINE GARFIELD PLAIN OR RIPPLE DELI SLICED POTATO CORNID4.49 CHIPS 1.69 BEEF LB LARGE 1 LB BAG EA OR PASTRAMI CONNOISSEUR'S FROZEN GRADE 'A' HONEY HAM LEAN DELI SLICED44OROUND1.9 *WATCH FOR OUR BULI( EXTRAVAGANZA DAYS* There'll be an incredible list of stuff on offer and some great door prizes The whole evening will lots of fun. Be sure to bring the kids. That's this Friday, May 30, starting at 7 p.m. in the church hall. Groveside Decoration This year's Decoration Day at the Groveside Mu- nicipal Cemetery will be Sunday June 15 - one week later than the normal second Sunday in June be- cause of the Spring Fair. The annual Memorial Service, hosted by the Odd- fellows and Rebekahs, will commence at 2:30 p.m.. Everyone is welcome to attend. Kinsmen Meeting Brooklin and District Kinsmen will meet this Tuesday, May 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Spenser School Community Centre. Any- one interested in the fun, fellowship and good works that the Kinsmen are all about are welcomé to call John at 655-4422. Homecrafts at the fair A reminder that entry forms for all events at the Spring Fair homecraft competition and display are available at the library and elsewhere in Town. Hard to believe but the fair is only a couple of weeks away. Brooklin correspondent c welcomes news submis- sions. You can contact him as follows:Email: Il llitil l 11 fi fi ilLi 1 111MillIlll 111-11 M 1-I f BrooKlin 1 J iSt. 74 sciolrs Exmiatn Notice of M Liquor Licence Application ont. The following establishment has applied to the Liquor Licence Board of Ontario for a liquor licence under the Liquor Licence Act: Application for A Sale Licence Ambrosia Cafe 740 Dundas Street East, Whitby (outdoor area only) Double Double Pizza Chicken 114 Dundas Street East, Unit 7, Whitby Any resident of the municipality may make written submission as to whether the issuance of the licence is in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents. Submissions must be received no later than June 21, 1997. Please include your name, address and telephone number. If a petition is submitted to the Board, please identify the designated contact person. Note: The LLBO gives the applicant details of any objection. Submissions to be sent to: . Licensing and Permits Branch Liquor Licence Board of Ontario 55 Lake Shore Blvd. E., Toronto ON M5E IA4 Fax: (416)326-5555 E-mail at libo@mccr.onramp.ca m maw 9 lélim