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BOWMANVILLE LIBRARY 62 TEMPERANCE ST mmiLLEÏ ONTARIO L1C3A3 EOWUE 870731 7/0 Uoti Wheelchair athlete Rick Hansen left the Durham Region on the weekend with contributions totalling $45,000 and the best wishes of thousands. Rick Hansen, the man who wheels the equivalent of three marathons (over 60 miles) each day and wears out a set of wheelchair tires twice a week, rolled through the Town of Newcastle on a rain-splashed Saturday Saturday afternoon in a matter of hours. But the visit by the 28-year-old British Columbia native included a stop midway between Newcastle and Bowmanville where he expressed his appreciation to all his supporters. His worldwide tour has a twofold purpose: It is intended to raise funds for research into spinal cord injuries and is also a way of celebrating the ability of all people to overcome the obstacles and setbacks that life presents. presents. Supported by an audience of several several hundred well-wishers at Caldor Acres fruit and vegetable stand near the junction of Highway Two and Highway 115, Rick briefly recalled some of his memories of the journey during a news conference. "I never really wanted to quit. But I tell you there were some times I wondered if I could continue," he said. And while the resident of Williams Lake, B.C., lists his return to Canada as one of the highlights of his trip, he notes that China was the most exciting exciting country in his 33-nation tour. It's one of many nations where individuals individuals from all walks of life became more aware of the disabled and of their unlimited unlimited potential. His trek around the world will total 24,901 miles. He left Vancouver, B.C. in March of 1985 and after travelling 16,000 miles through the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, Australia, Australia, and the Far East, he returned to North America in the summer of 1986. The homeward leg of the journey journey stretches from Miami to Maine and across Canada from Newfoundland Newfoundland to British Columbia. It's an odyssey which puts Rick Hansen on the road for 16 to 18 hours each day, propelled by a daily regimen regimen of 45,000 strokes of the wheels. Rick Hansen was injured at age 15 in a car accident which briefly left Him convinced that his life was over. "I thought I'd spend the rest of my life in a hospital," he recalls. But although the injury left him paralyzed from the waist down, he Turn to Page 2 !t A My 4' Issue 44 30 Pages BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5.1986 HIP > w 40per copy 132nd Year Ho, Ho, Ho, Get Your Santa Parade Buttons Councillors Feel 'In the Dark' About Plans for New Arena The 25th anniversary Santa Claus Parade buttons are now available at town banks and local stores. Marg Crago, of the parade committee, spent time on Monday distributing hundreds of the collectors items. She gave John Jeffrey, owner of Jeffrey's Variety, a couple of bags of buttons to distribute from his store. theme, "Christmas in Review," any ,by Tammy Hill Santa is' just 10 days away from Bowmanville. And as the November 15 parade day draws closer, floats, fillers and costumes costumes are being checked for final touch-ups. A special 25th anniversary button has been designed and recently distributed distributed to local merchants. The collectors' collectors' item reads: "25th Anniverr sary, Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade, 1986". Since it is the silver anniversary, the buttons are highlighted highlighted with silver markings. Don't forget there are "lucky" buttons which could win you a prize if found. There were 10,000 buttons ordered and every purchase helps support the funding of the parade. Checker's Variety, Hooked-On- Video, North End Market, Plain's Shell, Coles' Barber Shop, Rickaby's, Jeffrey's Variety and all local banks will have the buttons on display. Although the parade is less than two weeks away, there is still room for last minute float and filler entries. entries. And since the 25th anniversary parade will be represented by the dated floats will be gladly welcomed, There are 22 floats who have confirmed confirmed entry into the parade. Any last minute entries may be directed to Ede Cole 623-2405, Marie Baker 623- 5656, or Marg Crago 623-2259. Not only will floats and fillers add to the success of the parade, the annual annual judging contest will also take place and prizes will be awarded for the best junior and senior float and the best filler. A special anniversary float has also been created in honour of the 25 years gone by. Parade princess Mer- rillee Trim will be featured on this float which will have a distinctive horseshoe backdrop. The 25th anniversary parade should prove to be an extravaganza not to be forgotten in a hurry. With buttons, floats, bands, and draws there will be fun for everyone. The procession will begin at Central Central Public School and travel to Memorial Park via the traditional parade route. On November 15 at 10:30 a.m. a new memory will be created and a festive tradition reaffirmed. reaffirmed. by Rob Savage Councillors' confessions that they feel ignorant about plans for the new Bowmanville Arena have led to a special meeting of Newcastle's council council members this Friday. "I'm not going to vote for anything until this thing's cleared up," Councillor Councillor Diane Hamre said during Monday's Monday's General Purpose Committee meeting. She told committee" members she was being publicly criticized for not addressing arena problems which have appeared in local newspapers. She said the situation's unfair since the arena has never been publicly addressed addressed by council. She told councillors she wouldn't support any further motions on the arena until she was clear on the subcommittee's subcommittee's intentions. "Unless I have written recommendations recommendations before me, and written recommendations recommendations from the subcommittee, subcommittee, I won't be supporting anything," she said. She admitted her statement was a reaction to comments made to the press by Mayor John 'Winters last week. The Mayor had said council should be considering alternatives; to the "design-build" construction dj>-. proach joeing proposed by CotiUcillor. Hal McKnight, thji subcommittee chairman for the arena. The! mayor suggested building an a rend from existing designs as one of those alternatives. alternatives. He pointed out that creating new plans could cause the arena to be more expensive than the initial $5 million estimates. And while Councillor Hamre agreed agreed that the Mayor's comments may be viable, she said on Monday she felt cheated since all council discussions on the issue were in camera. She said she never voiced an opinion opinion because the opportunity was never there. Councillor Ann Cowman supported Councillor Hamre's sentiments ,and admitted she isn't clear on what the "design-build" approach actually is. Councillors Hamre and Frank Stapleton later made similar statements. statements. That led to a description of the approach approach given by Mayor Winters, a member of the arena subcommittee. He said the process begins by hiring hiring a consultant to create specifications specifications of what the building would contain. contain. The specifications would be Flag Raising Marks Start of Poppy Fund Drive With Remembrance Day quickly approaching, Branch 178 of the Royal Canadian Legion raised their poppy fund flag at the Bowmanville Fire Hall on Monday. Monday. Funds raised from the campaign are used to assist needy Canadian ex-service personnel, along with their dependents and the ex-service personnel from Commonwealth Commonwealth countries. Seen here preparing lo raise the flag are Branch President Walter Park, Co-Chairman Ralph Ormislon, Poppy Chairman Nyhl Sheehan and Mayor John Winters. bid for tenders from construction companies who would in turn hire architects architects to create drawings. The different designs and their costs would then come to council for approval. Mayor Winters warned that the approach approach has several flaws. He said the drawings won't be exact and the architect architect would be working for the contractor, contractor, rather than the town. "The contractor takes over the whole project," he said. "You may end up with something you really weren't counting on." Councillor Cowman noted the "design-build" "design-build" approach described by the mayor could create cost problems. problems. She said the method allows construction on the ground level to begin before all drawings are complete. complete. She argued in favor of a "design- tender" approach, where architectural architectural designs would first be obtained by council. She said the approach allows allows construction companies to bid on completed plans. But discussion of the different building methods was delayed when Councillor McKnight said his recommendation recommendation for a "design-build" ap- proachjiad to be discussed in cam- T, • FÇe safid th'i!) report, contained specific specific cômpany names and prices wLVich shouldn't be announced yet. Mis argument was backed by Chief Administrative Officer Larry Kotseff, wfno said a report with specific bids s.iould be discussed in camera. United Way Goal Passes 75% Mark This week, the Oshawa-Whitby- Newcastle United Way reached the 75 per cent mark of their fundraising campaign, with a total of $1,595,281. Sandy Cunningham, Public Relations Relations Chairman for the United Way, said they are slightly ahead of last year, but still need a good response from the remaining canvassing efforts. efforts. "We're in good shape and we know the money is out there," she said. The final local United Way goal is' to reach the $2,150,000 mark by November November 15. Thousands Wait in Rain to See Rick Hansen Rick Hansen responds to questions from the media during a stop on Highway Two midway between Bowmanville and Newcastle on Saturday. The world traveller received best wishes and contributions towards his campaign at the Caldor Acres produce stand. Rick's round-the-world wheelchair trek is intended to demonstrate the potential of those with physical disabilities while raising funds for spinal cord research, wheelchair wheelchair sport, rehabilitation, and awareness. Councillors to Maintain Positipns as Chairmen by Ro'o,Savage Town councillors will be retaining their present jobs next year as the chairmen of various departments within the municipality. "I feel that I'm getting hold of things now," Councillor Arnot Wotten said in defence of the decision to keep councillors in the chair positions they have held for one year. And most other members agreed. Councillor Diane Hamre said it takes at least one year to develop rapport rapport with the staff members and it would be wrong to start moving people around. "That was the reason that I moved the motion that it remain as is," she said. Councillors will give the motion a final decision during the council meeting next week. If approved, Councillor Wotten will remain chairman of the Treasury department department and Councillor Hamre will be chairman of the Public Works Department. Department. Councillor Marie Hubbard will chair the Planning and Development Department, Councillor Ann Cowman Cowman will chair the Clerk's Department, Department, Councillor Hal McKnight the Fire Department and Councillor Frank Stapleton will continue to oversee the Community Services Department. Department. The committee also voted to have Councillor Cowman retain her role as the Acting Mayor for another year. When asked if the role created a problem, Councillor Cowman said there was rarely a call for her services services in that capacity. She said the only crisis she faced was the decision by Eldorado Resources Resources Ltd. to consider Tyrone as a waste site. She said she may have had to assume more responsibility if the mayor hadn't returned from vacation. She added that she was appointed Acting Mayor one year ago because most councillors were new and she had the most seniority. Others then began to wonder about chairmen's roles. Turn to Page 2 DISTINCTION -- The YWCA will be bestowing honors upon this year's outstanding women during the Women of Distinction dinner at the Lions Community Centre tomorrow night. The reception begins at 6:30 p.m. and dinner starts at 7:30 p.m. The guest speaker for -the evening is Ellen Campbell, the executive director of the Toronto YWCA. Organizers say the dinner will be as joyous as the ones held in the past. • SHOWTIME -- The traditional autumn comedy program program offered by St. Paul's United Church continues this weekend, November 7 and 8. The production is entitled "Play It Again Sam II". BETTER BREATHING -- Those feeling a little short winded should waste no time signing up for the Lung Association's Better Breathing Course. The seven- week, twice weekly sessions begin next Wednesday, Nov. 12, and are offered free to adults with emphysema, emphysema, chronic bronchitis or severe asthma. The course offers lessons on correct breathing, controlled coughing and tolerance exercises. Those wishing more information should call the Lung Association at 436-1046 as soon as possible. DONORS NEEDED -- The Red Cross is out for blood. They're holding a blood donor clinic today (Wednesday) (Wednesday) from noon to eight p.m. at the Lions Centre. Public support is needed and the Red Cross promises there won't be any casualties. WALK OF LIGHTS -- The Christmas season is rapidly approaching, and those at the Port Darlington Harbor are busy making plans to shed some light on the festivities. festivities. They will be lighting their Christmas extravaganza extravaganza overlooking the harbor on Nov. 15. Visitors are invited to join in the "Walk of Lights" which leads to the Central Nativity scene. And bookings arc already DAMES AT LARGE -- The tides will soon be turning as the Bowmanville Drama Club prepares to unleash its large scale musical parody, "Dames at Sea," upon an unsuspecting public. Advance word is that those old Rodgers and Ilammerstein classics will never sound the same. A dress rehearsal presentation of the show will be given tonight at the Bowmanville High School and it's free to all senior citizens. The regular run will then begin on Nov. 7 and continue through . on Nov. 8, 13, 14 and 15. starting dance. for the Christmas parties and New Year's AND REMEMBER SANTA -- The upcoming holiday season also brings a reminder from the good folks at the Santa Claus parade that help is needed. The parade is still looking for floats and fillers, and those wishing to join can contact Ede Cole at 623-2405 or Marie Baker at 623-5656. UNITED WAY MARKET -- Baked beans and brown bread arc just a small part of the United Way Market being held by the Bank of Commerce next Wednesday, Nov. 12. The bank will also be serving coffee and doughnuts and has some special events planned for the evening at the King and Temperance Branch. At 5:30 p.m., there will be a while elephant and craft sale, followed by an auction at 6:30 p.m. The bank invites everyone to come out and enjoy, with all proceeds going to the United Way. GET YOUR TICKETS -- A very few tickets arc still available for the speech by Finance Minister Michael Wilson lo the Bowmanville Chamber of Commerce, next Thursday, November 13. Tickets to the luncheon meeting at the Lions Centre will be available in advance advance only. Sec the ad on Page 4 for more details. REMEMBRANCE - This is the weekend that's set aside for remembering all those who were killed in the various wars in which Canadians have participated. participated. The special ceremony at the Bowmanville cenotaph will take place Saturday morning, starting at 10:45 a.m. Orono's service will take place on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Newcastle and Ncwtonvillc ceremonies will take place at 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11th !