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Section Two The Canadian Statesman. Bowmanvillo. November 11. 1987 3 1 i Efje Canadian Statesman JOHN M. JAMES Editor--Publisher GEO. P. MORRIS Business Mgr. RICHARD A. JAMES Assistant Publisher BRIAN PURDY Advertising Mgr. PETER PARROTT Associate Editor DONALD BISHOP Plant Mgr. All layouts and composition of advertisements produced by the employees of The Canadian Statesman. The Newcastle Independent and The James Publishing Company Limited are protected by copyright and must not be reproduced without permission of the publishers. 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Sure, they have their palaces and limousines and guaranteed jobs at a pay scale that isn't too hard to take. But money can't buy them privacy. The British royal family is living in the midst of a democratic and egalitarian egalitarian world. And while the British don't seem to mind keeping their ruling ruling household on the public payroll, they have demanded the right to treat the royal family like public property. And, like any other item of public property, whether it be a railroad or a monument or a painting in a public gallery, the royal family seems to attract attract its share of comments from the masses. The latest speculation, of course, revolves around the question of whether or not Prince Charles and Lady Di are as happily married now as they seemed to be when their "fairy tale" romance took place. Speculation on the subject is fueled by a Fleet Street press corps whose pursuit of royalty is something like a pack of dogs' pursuit of cars. Interestingly enough, the news- hounds have failed to pick up more than circumstantial evidence as to the condition of the marriage of England's England's heir to the throne. But based on such factors as the amount of time the couple spends together together and the extent of their eye contact contact when in public, there are all kinds of speculative stories being written. These stories are, by the way, the quackgrass of journalism, since anything anything (no matter how poorly re searched) can be a "speculative" story. We can have speculative stories on whether Martians have invaded invaded earth or whether nuclear war will occur or whether the Prince and Princess of Wales' marriage is on the rocks. The speculation means nothing, nothing, is easy to concoct and, of course, sells papers. The situation makes us wonder why members of the British royal household household even bother to maintain the high public profile that they do. When their privacy is threatened, one wonders wonders why royalty do not spend their time in seclusion, appearing only rarely for a coronation, wedding, or the opening of Parliament. Indeed, there are stories of European European nobility whose lives are so anonymous that they can shop, ride buses, and even hold down a day job. Perhaps the day is coming when British royalty will take a more minor role on the public stage. For some of us, it would be sad to see this come to pass. After all, they are a living link with tradition and history. Moreover, they have discharged their duties in a highly competent manner and have been goodwill ambassadors for their nation. However, there is a point where healthy curiousity about the lives of Britain's first family becomes outright outright voyeurism. Ironically, the royal family which theoretically rules Britain probably has less freedom than the average commoner on the street. So it wouldn't be surprising if one day the British royal household opted for more freedom, fewer public appearances, appearances, and (as a result) less exposure exposure in the media. Who could blame them? Onward Christian Toys A news release from the United Church Observer mentions the fact that the November issue will investigate investigate the fascinating world of "Christian "Christian Toys". The release doesn't go into too many details, since it is undoubtedly aimed at encouraging readers to peruse their copy of The Observer. But it offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of playthings designed exclusively for a "Christian" market. The article reveals that "Born- again Bunny, Noah's Ark and other Christian toys are spreading the Christian word as they battle G.I. Joe and Rambo for a share of the toy market." market." According to 1985 sales figures, toys of the Christian persuasion produced produced sales of $7.5 million and their popularity has skyrocketed since then. Naturally, we could make a few editorial comments on the above subject. subject. But out of respect for deeply held religious convictions within the population, we'll refrain. Let us just say that we find the concept concept of Christian toys "interesting". We All Share the Blame Not everyone agrees with the viewpoints viewpoints expressed by the National Citizens' Coalition. But they have launched a commendable commendable effort aimed at showing the public the extent to which government government controls our day-to-day lives. Their views can be summed up by their call for "less government and more freedom". The following facts about government government spending were provided in the group's latest newsletter. And they make for some sobering reading. Did you know, for example, that governments at all levels now employ about one-quarter of all employable Canadians? Did you know that governments at all levels spent about 43.4 per cent of the Canadian Gross Domestic Product? Product? Did you know that the government will spend $30 billion more than it will receive in revenue this year? Did you know that about one-third of the total tax collected by the government government goes to pay the interest on the national debt? The debt, incidentally, incidentally, amounts to approximately $300 billion. The Coalition cites several other tidbits of information to illustrate the extent to which government spending dominates our world. But the information information cited above gives you the general general picture. One ofthe solutions to the financial woes put forward by the National Citizens' Coalition is the privatization privatization of various Crown corporations such as Air Canada, CN Rail, Canada Post, and Pctro Canada. The Coalition raises some very important important points in its analysis ot'Cana- dian society today, But, of course, there are some things which they may have overlooked. For one thing, it is not really the big bad government which has led us to our country's current difficulties. Don't forget that this is a democratic society and that it is the Canadian people themselves who are responsible responsible for what ails them. Too often, when we criticize government, government, we act as if the country is living under some kind of army of occupation. occupation. In fact, changes in the system system are never more than one election away. You can argue that Canadians are being duped by big government. You can claim that they are ignorant of the issues or that they vote irresponsibly. irresponsibly. But, in the final analysis, we really do get the government we (as a majority) want. And governments of recent memory have opted for the concept of a "mixed" economy. Such an economy is one in which the government or governing agencies agencies arc major players within a free enterprise system. This may be construed construed by some as unnecessary government government interference. They may be right. But there are far more taxpayers taxpayers who, when they see some kind of ill in the society, immediately run to the government and demand that something be done, A case in point is the recent stock market plunge. When the downturn happened, folks didn't generally say, "Let's leave matters in the hands of free enterprise and hope the problem works itself out." No, there were strong suggestions that government should do something to help ease the pain. The growth in "big government" is not some kind of sinister plot but is Members of the Maple Leaf Karate Club gathered in full force on Friday evening, November 6, for an awards banquet held in the Newcastle Community Hall. The program included presentations of trophies trophies and medals as well as demonstrations by the students and guests. Here, the students present Charles Kennisn, the head of the Maple Leaf Karate Club, with a set of ceremonial swords as a gift of appreciation. appreciation. From left are: Lynn Pearce, a member of the Maple Leaf Karate Club and holder of a black belt; Shihan T. Okuyama, Chief Canadian IKA Instructor; Instructor; Carmen Forgione, IKA Canadian Champion Champion and captain of the Canadian national team; Rick Garlough, holder of a first degree black belt and member of the Maple Leaf Karate Club; Doug Hartford, Hartford, club member; Rick Rademacher, club member; and Charles Kennish. The Maple Leaf Karate Club currently holds classes in Newcastle, Newtonville and Courtice. I recently had to renew my licence. While having to endure endure the torture of having having my photograph taken (I'd much rather be on the other side ofthe camera) camera) I also had to give serious thought to the lower portion of the paper part of the license. Or did I? The lower part is where anyone can sign to donate their organs, upon their death, for use in transplants or scientific scientific research. Depending upon a person's person's wishes, only certain certain organs may be removed removed or the entire body can be donated to science. science. I'm no different from most people in that I'm not looking forward to dying. But I may be a little little unique in that I signed the portion ofthe paper giving permission for my organs to be transplanted transplanted as needed. It really isn't anything special. I just had to sign on the dotted line. Still, I have a greater peace of mind knowing that upon my death someone somewhere somewhere will hopefully benefit benefit from my decision. I wonder if that's the way the parents ofthe little little girl who was born just so her heart could be transplanted felt. Tragically, Tragically, the child was born without a brain, but miraculously, from her birth, another child received received the gift of life. That is a beautiful sacrifice sacrifice that many probably probably say they could make in the same situation, but few actually do. According to Judy Erola, President of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers' Manufacturers' Association of Canada, 26 per cent of Canadians signed various various donor cards last year. That is an increase of 12 per cent in the last ten years. There is presently a nationwide campaign to seek more donor commitments. commitments. Cards are being distributed through doctors' offices and clinics. The cards are similar to those on the license. While 1,897 cornea transplants took place last year, another 1,200 patients were on waiting lists. Likewise, 857 kidney kidney transplants were performed with 1,000 more people awaiting the same chance. According to a Ottawa heart surgeon, approxi- A special Northumberland and Newcastle Board of Education Education display at a Toronto conference organized by the Council for Exceptional Children drew a strong response response from those attending. attending. "We've been asked to present more of our materials materials about our programs because because we are one of the leaders in the province in special education," said Hilary Hilary Walt, a Special Education Education Consultant with the Board. The Northumberland Board was one among about 12 Boards in the province province requested to make a special presentation at the conference held from 28 October 1987 at the Royal mately 100 heart transplants transplants are performed annually annually in Canada. Where would the receiving receiving patients be without without the willingness of someone to allow their organs to be used? Respect must be given to religious practices and general apprehensions apprehensions about donating organs. organs. But, when it can make such a difference, it really really is worth a second thought. I hope to live to write many more articles and columns before I have to think about my signature on my licence. Still, it is in the back of my mind. I realize that if my organs can help someone else when I am finished with them, simply simply signing my name on a dotted line will seem like no big deal at all. York Hotel in Toronto. The display highlighted the special education services services available in the area to all exceptional children such as the unique Think Bowl, a problem-solving competition competition for gifted children. Others Others included were the Special Special Olympics for tne developmentally handicapped handicapped and the community living classes which teach trainably retarded adolescent adolescent students life skills programs. programs. The Board is interested in using the display for other community events to raise awareness about its programs. programs. For further information and a photograph, call either either Hilary Walt or Pauline Janitch at 416-372-6871. Favorable Response to School Board Display generally the result of the government government of the day putting into place its election platforms. In a recent Speech from the Throne, the Ontario government announced announced that it will work towards the reduction of primary class sizes in Ontario schools and will hire more teachers to do so. Some will claim that this is just one more example of government growth and they are right. But the Liberals are only putting putting in place one plank of a political platform which won them more seats than any other Ontario party in history. history. Conversely, there have been political political parties established with the objective objective of cutting back on the government's government's role in our life. However, they have generally attracted only a miniscule miniscule portion of the total vote in any provincial or federal ballot. The problem is, of course, that the public really wants it both ways. We're alarmed when we hear that government spending accounts for almost almost half of our gross domestic product product or that governments at various levels employ one in four Canadians. We don't like higher taxes. We don't like deficits. Unfortunately, we don't want to give up the goodies that government provides for us. Not to be overlooked is the fact that with one quarter of jobs being furnished by government or government agencies, it's hard for some Canadians to be too critical. You can't really oppose government spending when your own livelihood depends upon it. To sum up the situation, it seems to us that the Citizens' Coalition raises some interesting points and is doing a good job showing the extent of the involvement of "big government" in our lives. But it's mistaken if it thinks that there's a quick and easy solution to the problem. Our reliance on government as a partner in the economy goes back a long way, perhaps as far as the Second Second World War. It took a long time for this trend to develop. And it will takc a long time to reverse it. But our first choice must be to decide decide whether we want to "kick the habit" of government dependence. Fashion Show Entertains Brides-to-be Over 100 visitors turned out for the Welcome Wagon's annual Bridal Show held last week at the Bowmanville Lions Centre. These five ladies are modelling some of the bridal gowns which are in fashion this year. The Bridal Show included presentations by numerous well-known businesses representing photography, jewellery, florists, travel, real estate, gowns and other services of interests to brides-to-be and all those who are planning for an upcoming wedding. Oshawa Commuters May See GO Train Extension by Gretchen Ballantyne A decision last week by Durham's regional council means that commuters could be riding the GO Train as far cast as Oshawa by 1991. Ian Williams, of M.M. Dillon Dillon Limited, came before Durham Regional Council, Wednesday, November 4, and presented the proposed proposed alternative for the GO extension from Whitby to Oshawa. Council ratified the recommendation without without debate. Four alternative alignments alignments for GO Train service were originally under study by the Ministry of Transportation. Transportation. Alter several public information centres and thorough analysis by M.M. Dillon the third alternative was selected. This route will extend from Brock Street, along the CN corridor, adding two new tracks. It then crosses under Highway 401 at Thornton Road. Swinging north, the route follows the CPR corridor to Stevenson Road along to Bloor Street, explained Ian Williams. "We have concluded that this is the technically preferred preferred plan from Whitby to Oshawa. Stations will be located located at Stevenson Road and near the Holiday Inn at Bloor Street, in Oshawa," Mr. Williams told the councillors. councillors. The representative from M.M. Dillon asked the council council to consider excusing the Ministry of Transportation by 1991 from the formal review requirements requirements of the Envi remontai remontai Assessment Act. "In order to meet the Premier's Premier's (Ontario Premier David Peterson's), commitment commitment to provide GO Train service to Oshawa by 1991, exemption from an environmental environmental impact study is necessary," said Mr. Williams. Williams. A full Environmental Assessment Assessment Report for the Oshawa project was previously previously prepared and councillors councillors agreed to an exemption. exemption. The next step in the alignment alignment and station location study involves a second series of public information centres and the pre-design of the recommended alternative. alternative.