The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 14,1983, PAGE 7 Report from Queen' s Park 11Y The lion. ( eorgu,.sh-, N1111l> <IC - )urhanm West) Minister of Government Services HOLIDAY PREPARATIONS - BE SAPE, 1NOT SORRY Preparations for the holiday season are well un- derway, and at this time, we must ail be a littie more aware of the safety of our loved ones. There are rnany simple things we can ail do to make sure the holiday season passes safely. When purchasing your Christmas tree - make certain that it bas not dried out. Bend one of the branches - if it springs back, it is fresh. If it snaps, it is too dry. Bounce the tree on the ground once or twice - if a lot of needies fail off, that should not be the tree you select. Cut the bottom two inches off the trunk on a diagonal, to allow the tree to absorb more water. Make sure your Christmas tree stand is stable and secure, and has a good water reservoir. AUl Christ mas lights should be CSA approved, and should not be in direct contact with any combustible material. The tree should not be located near a heat outiet, nor should it block an exit. When shopping for toys for small children, safety should be a prime concern. Check that any attached parts can not be easily removed. Toddlers have a habit of putting absolutely everything into their mouths, and a small particle could cause choking or A CHRISTMAS STORY by DURHAM TENANTS HOTLINE T'was the end of November and no money was found The landiords and tenants were arguing ail around The D.T.H. staff was busily answering the phones Hoping like crazy that someone would give them a boan. Many of the municipalities had said "No" to any grants. And most of the politicians would scarcely give us a glance. Onward past the Region to the Province and the Feds Our quest> for more funding won't corne to an end. When out of the blue one late November night Came a message to, tell us everything rnay be alright.' Our sponsoring agency had agreed to keep us alive In order that a federal grant in January can let us survive. Two of the workers have agreed in December to volunteer On Tuesday and Thursday mornings your problems to hear. So contact us by phone or just corne on in And- our answering machine will let us know how things have been.< We'll answer the calîs on the machine when we are heree And meanwhile we hope that our local represen- tatives will cheer. So give your local politician a cal And let him know that we're here to help one and al With help ro o lietswhm e o.heis MinW&acWturnld by Fee Esimales .Ouck Deivery & Installation 728-1633ýW FACTORY & SHOWROOM e845 FAREWELL ST. OSHAW ALUIU IIE PNRM~ O M suffocation. Pay attention to the 'recornmended age' labelling - it is a good guide for what is safe for young children. On Christmas Day, when ail the wrapplngs are discarded, don't throw them in the fireplace or stove, Paper burns with an intense heat, and if there is a creosote buildup in the chimney, a chimney-fire might be the resuit. . As a year-round safety feature, the fire depar- tmnent recommends the use of smoke detectors. Most fire deaths are caused by asphyxiation from smoke - and a smoke detector will warn you and your family while there is stili time to take action, Smoke alarms also make very thoughtful gifts - any time of the year. Use your common sense in preparing for the holidays and ensure that everyone enjoys a safe and happy Christmas. In s0 doing, you guarantee that you and yours are around to enjoy a healthy and prosperous 1984. SCERTIFICA11ON AND TRADEMARKS 0F DRUG TRADING WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTIllES. DUE TO SPAC COMPANY LIMITED, TORONTO, CANADA. LIMITATIONS AND AVAILABILITY AT TIME 0F SALE, ITEMS C Prices in effect f rom December 15 f0 24, 1983 or while quantities Iast. SHOWN MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE AT AIL LOCATIONS. COURTICE-ALLINS IaD.A. PHARMACY 117 BROCK ST. N. WHITBY 668-3726 SHORTS BAULEY I.D.A. PHARMACY LTD. I.D.A. PHARMACY LTD. 65 BALDWIN STI 362 BROCK SI S. BROOKLIN WHITBY 655-3301 668-2100 j HELPS WHEN DISASTER S1R1K E S,81