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16 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, April 4,1984 Dance Boosts Kidney Foundation CoilStâblc^S Corner Bastorn Star Chaptor Honors Throo of Its Montbors On Saturday night at the Lions Centre, Bowmanville, a good crowd was on hand for the Sexy Men's Dance to raise funds for the Kidney Foundation. A few of the dancers are pictured in front of the Help Fight Kidney Disease banner. Some of the Sexy Men contest winners were present, including Mr. Sexy Professional Fireman - Photographer Maurice Wicks of R. R. 1 Hampton. He is holding a look alike Cabbage Patch doll made by election organizer Valerie Bowler, Bowmanville, right, for a draw, at left is Kidney Foundation Campaign Director Trudy McCallum of Toronto who had high praise for those who had done a great fund-raising job here. Letters to the Editor April 3,1984 Dear Sir: Through your newspaper I would ask to express appreciation appreciation to many who assisted in the accident near Bowmanville Bowmanville on Highway 401 on Sunday, March 11, 1984 involving involving several cars and people. I have received several letters and phone calls from people involved asking if I would pass on their appreciation appreciation to all who helped so promptly and efficiently in avoiding what could have been a disaster. Of the Police, Firemen, Ambulance drivers, the Hospital, Doctors, Nurses, Salvation Army, the Churches, Ontario Hydro, motorists and all others who assisted from this and neighboring neighboring communities everyone has spoken so well and grateful grateful for the help received. It is times like this we all become more proud of the place we live and the organizations organizations within. I am enclosing one letter indicative of the many I received. From the municipality a special thank you to all who were involved. Yours truly, Garnet B. Rickard, C.M. Mayor Here is 'Mr. Sexy Farmer' Harold 'Mac' Ransberry and his wife Norma who over the past several years have raised a considerable amount of money for the Kidney Foundation through their dances and other activities. This Friday, they'll be on the receiving end of congratulations as they mark their 40th wedding anniversary at Newcastle Community Hall. Unfortunately, the top winner in the Sexy men's contest, Carson Elliott was unable to attend the dance because he'd broken his leg in a skiing accident and was still hobbling. O "SUDS- SATIONAL" HAPPY HOUR with Reduced Prices FRIDAY, APRIL 6th 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Also Dance to the D.J. Every Friday and Saturday 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. DINING SPECIAL Offer expires Sat., April 7th TWO SIRLOIN $/\ 95 STEAK DINNERS Each Dinner includes Soup, Salad, or Juice; 8 oz, Sirloin Steak; Choice of Potato; and Vegetable. March 21,1984 Mayor G. B. Rickard 40 Temperance St. Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3A6 Dear Sir: On Sunday March 11, 1984, my family and I were involved in the 60-car accident which occurred on Highway 401 in front of the Darlington Nuclear Generating Plant. We were quite fortunate in that we received only minor injuries, A number of organizations in your city and some of the surrounding communities were very helpful in providing shelter, food and other forms of assistance. I am not sure of the names of the organizations and individuals individuals involved but I would appreciate it if you could pass on our thanks, it was a special community effort at a time of severe stress. Yours truly, Donald D. Cowan Professor Veterans' Services Sunday Family Brunch -- 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. \%tCapfi %estauiM \ -v-y u A V» _ UNDER Lljl0. 68 King St. E. In the Voltrl Complex 623-2623 Bowmanville By P. C. Don Anderson Durham Regional Police Force It is beginning to look like the warmer Spring weather is going to be with us in the very near future. The red-breasted robins are making their regular spring appearance. Another spring debut is being made by the bicycle. Unfortunately, some of these vehicles are appearing appearing on the roads among heavy traffic, in less than safe condition. condition. You will notice that I referred referred to them as "vehicles." The Highway Traffic Act places the bicycle, not as a toy, but as a vehicle, just the same as a car, truck, motorcycle, etc. The H.T.A. contains many sections that govern the safe movement of vehicles, including including the bicycle on our busy roadways. I would like to make mention of a few of these sections as a reminder to all bicycle drivers, both young and old as well as to the parents. Before any of the family bicycles take to the road, parents are advised to give special attention to make certain certain they are in the safest condition possible! Don't rely on those youngsters youngsters to point out safety hazards, they are eager to get on the bike and ride with their friends. Be sure the bicycle fits the rider, this is important, because because it affects the safe pedalling, braking and steering. steering. The law requires that q bicycle be equipped with a bell, horn or. other warning device, and if driven at night must have a white or amber light on the front, and a red reflector or red light on the rear and must have reflective tape, red to the rear and white to the front. Be certain that the bicycle is properly lubricated, all nuts and bolts are tight, spokes are all there and are tight. Keep handle bars at the right height, tight with hand grips snug. Check the tires for cuts . and weak spots, see that there is plenty of tread to grip the road and check the pressure. Remember those tires are the only contact with the road and well maintained tires greatly assist in the turning and stopping stopping of the bike. Brakes must be in top condition, cables adjusted, pads well positioned and adjusted, and working properly on both wheels, coaster brakes may need adjustment. adjustment. The chain should be tightened and lubricated for safe, smooth operation. If parcels are to be carried, a carrier or knapsack could be a good investment. Another good investment would be a good quality lock and chain used regularly whenever the bicycle is left unattended. Lock the bike to a solid object where possible. The bike driver must be reminded that he or she is required to obey all signs and signals, they must stop for stop-signs, and red traffic lights, they must yield to traffic traffic when entering the roadway from a driveway, school yard, park etc. The bike must be driven on the right hand side of the roadway, with the flow of traffic and if more than one, in single file. Before a bike changes lanes, turns or slows down or stops, hand signals must be given to warn other drivers of your intent. Remember, a bicycle is the smallest vehicle on the road and sometimes hard to see. At busy intersections it may be safer to get off your bike and walk across, with the pedestrians. Parents take the time for periodic safety checks of the family bikes, make certain the youngsters understand and use the laws and rules. Whenever Whenever possible watch them in traffic to monitor their riding habits. Remember, today's bicycle driver is tomorrow's motor vehicle driver. If they know and obey the rules now they will be better drivers then. B.H.S. NEWS . By Janice Seto, Editor Before the Easter holidays, the interim marks for university are sent off by Student Services. Students have found themselves swamped with homework, reports, tests, essays in an attempt by teachers to make marks. The Editor, being worked overtime, is having a short article this week. Highlights of the week include the Courtice Secondary School production of "Once Upon a Mattress". The rehearsals saw some lively dancing and singing. If you can't wait to see Bowmanville High School's "The King and I" in May, catch "Once Upon a Mattress". Depending on the workload, the Editor next week may not be submitting an article. Sam Laskaris will have sports news instead. Coming up in April: a feature on the B.H.S. tech department. A special ceremony honoring three members of the Durham Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, was held Tuesday, March 27 at Centennial Hall. Taking part were, from left to right, Wilson Pring P.P., Marjorie Morgan, P.G.M., Eleanor Jones, W.M., Ray Walker, W.P., Audrey Martin, P.M. and Ken Summersford, P.P. At the atated meeting on March 24,1984, Durham Chapter, Chapter, 181, O.E.S., presided over by W. M. Mrs. Eleanor Jones and W. P. Mr. Ray Walker, honoured three of their members who had been elected elected or appointed to special positions in the Order in Ontario - Mrs. Audrey Martin of the Grand Chapter Benevolent Benevolent Committee, Mr. Ken Sumersford -- Grand Trustee of the Grand Chapter of Ontario and Mr. Wilson Pring -- appointed Grand Representative Representative of West Virginia in Ontario. A large number of guests were present to share in this occasion, among them being Mrs. Marjorie Morgan P.G.M. of Brighton, Mrs. Edna Dobbs P.G.M. of Belleville, Mr. Donald Symons P.G.P. of Orangeville and Mr. John Merrill A.G.P. of Toronto. Several members of the same groups as the honoured members joined in this celebration celebration for them - Mrs. Joan Esdale of the Grand Executive Executive of the Grand Chapter of Ontario, Mrs. Joyce Roberts, Grand Trustee, Mrs. Elsie Oates and Miss Erline Finney of the Grand Chapter Benevolent Benevolent Committee and Mrs. Betty Dowden, District Deputy Grand Matron, Mrs. Mary Allen as Grand Representative Representative of Nevada in Ontario and Mrs. Flo Symons as Grand Representative of Delaware in Ontario. Visitors were present from Sarnia, Peterborough, Brigh ton, Belleville, Oshawa, Port Hope, Toronto, Markham, West Hill, Port Perry and Whitby. Tributes were paid to these honoured people in appreciation appreciation of their untiring service in the order. Mrs. Audrey Martin P.M., was presented with Life Membership in Durham Chapter, Mrs. Eleanor Train P.M. was presented with a fifty year pin in recognition of her long membership in the Order. Mrs. Marjorie Morgan P.G.M. dedicated an American American flag, with emblem and stand, which had been presented presented to the Chapter by the Past Matrons Club, Mrs. Lola Bowen P.M., Mrs. Kay Ruiter P.M. and Mr. Wilson Pring P.P. This flag will be used to honour visitors from the United States in particular the expected visitor, Mrs. Rosemary Rosemary Wilson, Grand Representative Representative of Ontario in West Virginia. KENDAL DISTRICT NEWS (Intended for Last Week) Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hall of Newcastle were weekend supper guests at the home of Mrs. Eleanor Foster. Mr. Hall is a brother of Mrs. Foster. Last week, Mrs. Foster celebrated celebrated a birthday and as a result a birthday party was planned at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Pat Carruthers. Her husband and family and all the children were present as well as the grandchildren except two who are in university away from home. Mr. and Mrs. Funk and family came from London, Ontario. This Week's News Glad to see some of our friends out and about after being ill with the flu for several weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Ransberry and Mr. and Mrs. Dave Skerratt. About 250 Women's Institute members got together in Solina Community Hall for a delicious casserole luncheon by the ladies of that community community and it was a complete success. We sure had to forget about our weights when it came to all those delicious desserts. At the end of the luncheon all the hyacinth plants were drawn by the members and about 12 ladies present got to go home with each a plant. Then, we all went upstairs for entertainment entertainment which was two young, talented ladies doing Highland Dancing from Bowmanville, Miss Deanna Stewart and Miss Quincy Gilpin. It was most enjoyable, their dress plaid was in a blue color with black velvet vests. Their dancing dancing was'superb. Four of the ladies in the audience volunteered to take dancing lessons from one of the young dancers which proved to be a lot of fun for everyone. Hope those ladies have recovered from the experience. The last dance was done by Quincy Gilpin and it was called the Irish Jig (but it is really Scottish). It told a story about a woman trying to hang herclothes on the line and her husband came home drunk and he was bothering her and she got very angry at him, stomping her feet on the stage while dancing and pointing her fists with a very angry look on her face. Del Gossen and Eleanor Foster of Kendal attended. Tuesday, April 3rd is the Kendal Women's Institute quilting bee and pot luck at the Sunday School hall for the Penny Sale quilt on April 28 draws. Tickets and display of some of the goods will be in Hamilton insurance window this week. About 30 ladies gathered at the home of Mrs. Helen Wood recently for a surprise wedding wedding shower for Miss Lorna Wilson. She received many beautiful gifts. A delicious lunch was served by the hostess of many fancy sandwiches sandwiches and a beautiful shower cake, also made by Mrs. Helen Wood. Miss Wilson is a daughter daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gord Wilson, of Campbellcroft. She is now Mrs. Ken Fife and they will be residing in the area. Entries available at participating D.B.I.A. Members. 2. Kindergarten to Grade 4 3. Grade 5 to Grade 8 Contest Closes Thursday, April 19th, 1984. - Winners announced Saturday, April'21st, 1984, Also on Saturday, April 21st watch for the .(/On ) H- im who will be handing out eggs some of which contain $5.00 Vouchers. ii fti' ï BOWMANVILLE BUSINESS ŒNTI