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= Ng Yi 'l -- 8%! C1 vartaiatres vebhsos~" AAD n 10 -- PORT PERRY STAR Tuesday, September 12, 1989 Abouttaxes and hydro To the Editor: A dire warning has been issued by one of Canada's leading finan- cial corporations that the 9 per cent Federal sales tax would hike inflation by at least 2.3 per cent, to be followed by wage demands and possible strikes by unions, while the average person is stuck in the middle. That kind of infla- tion would force the Bank of Canada to raise interest rates and in turn cost us an additional 3.4 billion to service the national debt. Wood Gundy recommends no higher than a 7.5 per cent tax. The same type of tax in New Zealand started at 10 per cent and in 2 years was up to 12 per cent. In Europe some places are up to 17 per cent. "Ontario Hydro says the tax will increase power bills by a whopp- ing 15 per cent. The tax alone will cost an average of $65 a year. Meanwhile Premier Peterson is courting Robert Bourassa for an expansion of the Newfoundland Churchill Falls power project. Canada's largest newspaper says that Ontario would likely provide most of the technology and FINANCING --- some $8 billion. Ontario has repeatedly stated over the years when questioned as to why they didn't buy surplus water-generated power from Manitoba or Quebec rather than build more nuclear stations, they didn't buy power from "foreign"' sources. Quebec has a 65 year contract with Newfoundland that pays Newfoundland a mere $7 million yearly while Quebec rakes in $800 million by selling the power to the U.S at TEN TIMES the purchase price. Peterson has admitted that Ontario would not get the "sweetheart deal" Quebec has with Newfoundland. The bottom line, "BO BO" Bourassa says that Quebec will control the transmission lines (responsible for the rash of blackouts in Que.) and QUEBEC WOULD NOT ALLOW POWER TO BE SOLD DIRECTLY TO ON- TARIO BY NEWFOUNDLAND! Quebec could rip us off like they have Newfoundland, by taking the power at rock-bottom prices and selling it to Ontario at 10 times what they pay Newfoundland. With friends like Quebec who needs enemies. Je me souvien (We too remember). Dean J. Kelly Port Perry P.S. Last year energy ac- counted for half the rise in U.S. in- flation. The Ontario Energy Board echoed a consultants report that 10 per cent of Hydro's staff is redundant. 1989 Fair agreat success To the Editor: As you have all heard by now. Port Perry Fair 1989 was a very successful event. I would like to thank all spectators, sponsors, participants, concessionaires, Twp. Scugog Rds. and Parks Dept., helpers, assistant direc- tors, our secretary and last but not least the hard working direc- tors who made this great fair possible. It has been an honor and a pleasure to work with these peo- ple over the last three years. Rod McKay President, Port Perry Fair -- PSYCHOTHERAPY -- -- DIVORCE MEDIATION -- -- STRESS MANAGEMENT -- Port Perry Counselling Services MEDICAL ASSOCIATES, 462 PAXTON ST. #3 Y R Maureen Salkeld, B.A., M.Ed. ¢ -- MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELLING -- 754 985-0757 -- DAY or EVENING -- Letters to the editor Waiting room anger and frustration (From page 7) In conversation, with another young mother, on the woes of the "Waiting Room," she informed me that she could take her children to the Doctor in Oshawa and back again in the same amount of time it took her to take them to the Port Perry Medical Centre. From my own ex- perience, I've had appointments with specialists in Oshawa and never had to wait much more than 20 minutes. I also might add that the specialist I frequented often delivered babies which I thought would be one of the more unscheduled and spontaneous events in an M.D.'s day. The point I'm trying to make here is that while I value the Doc- tor's time and credentials and Keep you eyes open! To the Editor: Crime is definitely on our doorstep, as far too many people can personally attest to. Gone are the days when you can leave your vehicle unlocked in your own driveway, or doors unlocked while you're out doing the garden- ing. There is an ever increasing number of break-ins in homes where the people are sleeping upstairs. Our lives and homes are being violated by those in society that feel it is within their right to have, or do, whatever "they" want. We can either stick our heads in the sand and hope that we are spared from such crime touching our lives, or we can become aware and concerned. The Neighbourhood Watch pro- gram is designed to do just that, putting new meaning into the nosey neighbour syndrome. In an effort to assist the police depart- ment and curtail criminal activi- ty, a "Watch" program was im- plemented in the Cawkers Creek - subdivision in May of this year. Watch members are instructed and encouraged to '"'be aware' of "what's going on around their homes and notify police of any suspicious or major concern. A minor concern is noted and recorded by a Block Captain and kept on hand for reference. This awareness by a private citizen often becomes valuable informa- tion to a police investigation. - In the last week's paper, it was reported that there had been an arrest made in our subdivision. What was not known at that time was the fact that this arrest was the result of the quick thinking and proper response of a very young Watch member. This represents the reasons why we have this program in force and the success of it in action. I want to take this opportunity to com- mend this young person for set- ting the example that we all need to take note of and follow, and to extend our thanks for preventing a possible heartache for someone. We tend to be so wrapped up in our own lives that we forget to care about others or anything else that doesn't directly effect us. 'Times are changing rapidly, and 80 we must make some as well. A co-operative effort in a communi- ty does help to curtail criminal ac- tivity and protect our homes. The Neighbourhood Watch program is our way of doing our part in keep- ing our community safe, and is most definitely successful when we all keep our eyes open. Chairman for the Cawker's Creek Neighbourhood Watch Karen Diceman respect the expert care they offer our community, I also value my own time. I believe that waiting should be the exception and not the rule. If the Doctor is unable to come up with a system that eliminated long waits, all I'll ask for is some respect and considera- tion for my time. If there is a delay, I'd like to know. Many times the visit is routine and not at all urgent. Given the opportuni- ty, I can evaluate my needs vs my time and other responsibilities. There's nothing worse than waiting and wondering and fidgeting and fuming..... Just one last note...Urgent Care has been a great addition to the Port Perry Medical Centre. I go to Urgent Care prepared to wait, after all, 1 don't have an appoint- ment. I find it ironic that the wait is often shorter and at least I know exactly where I fall in the lineup. Yours truly, Vicki J. Lance, Scugog Island. week. area. Sunday, September 21, 1969. Remember When? (From page 7) of 85. She is currently studying Piano and History with Marie Taylor, A.R.C.T., R.M.T. and is a voice student of R.G. Geen, L.T.C.M., F.C.C.0O. (Hon. Causa), of Oshawa. . 83 Danish Holstein Breeders on a tour of Ontario, paid a visit to Roy Ormiston's farm, Roybrook, near Brooklin one day last 20 YEARS AGO Thursday, September 25, 1969 Last Sunday, September 21, his Grace Philip Pocock, Co- Adjutor Archbishop of Toronto conducted the solemn blessing of the new Catholic Church in Port Perry on Hwy. 7A and subse- quently offered Mass in honour of the Immaculate Conception. Mr. Frank Vickery was joined by relatives and friends on Sunday, September 21, who came to extend their congratulations on the occasion of his 90th birthday. The celebration took place on the same farm south of Prince Albert, where Mr. Vickery was born 90 years ago, now operated by his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Beacock. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Scott, Seagrave, entertained Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Rutherford of New Liskeard for several days last week. Mr. Rutherford and Roy were buddies away back in World War I. Mr. Earl Steinberg of Montreal spent several days last week in the Epsom area with the Christies while cattle buying in the Earl Phoenix, Greenbank, a member of Port Perry 4-H Dairy Calf Club was declared the Champion 4-H Dairy Showman for the second year in a row at the Lindsay Central Exhibition. Guests as far away as Michigan, U.S.A., were among friends and relatives extending congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Gerrow on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary on 10 YEARS AGO Wednesday, September 12, 1979 About 200 people, including several local and area politicians are expected to be on hand this Sunday afternoon to mark the ceremonial opening of Central Seven Industries. Members of Scugog Choral Society have returned to Town Hall 1873 for their weekly practices. Miss Patti Bryans, graduated from Seneca College, Toron- to and received her executive and secretarial diploma. Regional council decided last week that Durham should be a member of the Toronto Area Industrial Board, but it took two tie-breaking votes by Regional chairman Walter Beath to get the motion passed. The Port Perry Anglican Church was the setting for a PORT PERRY CLINIC OFFER VALID: HOGAN'S beautiful ceremony on Sunday morning as the Brunton family Sept. 6 to Sept. 16/89 HEARING AID dedicated a stained glass window in memory of Edith Mark CENTRE Brunton, Paul Larmer of Durham County, spent last week at the Pro- vincial Junior Farmer Leadership Training Camp at Bark Lake in Haliburton County. Last Sunday at Hoskin Stables near Blackstock about 100 friends & family members attended an open house and riding demonstration by handicapped youngsters from the Durham area. The Port Perry Tennis Club held singles championships over the weekend with Jay Neill winning the men's honours for the sixth straight year and in the ladies section, last year's tham- pion Diane Birt repeated this year with a win. | Robinson Holder PHOTO FINISHING Leave Your Film With Us of Port Perry DENNIS J. HOGAN 230 Queen Street * NOTE NEW NUMBER * 985-4422 Stedmans Department Store PORT PERRY PLAZA 985-3844 @& ) "WED, ONLY 1t05PM