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Ld "A Family Tradition for 128 Years" The Port Perry Star 188 MARY STREET - PORT PERRY, ONTARIO LoL 187 PHONE (905) 985-7383 FAX 985-3708 The Port Perry Star is authorized as second class mail by the Post Office Department, Ottawa, for cash payment of postage. Second Class Mail Registration Number 0265 Subscription Rate: 6 Months -$17.72 includes $1.22GST PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, May 31,1994 - 7 BUSINESS OFFICE Pr Office Manager - Gayle Stapley [(@ ) Accounting - Judy Ashby, Louise Hope # CNA 8819) Member of the Retail Sales - Kathy Dudley, Canadian Community Newspaper Association Retail Sales - Marlene Moore PRODUCTION Ontario Community NewspapegAssociation Published every Tuesday by the EDITORIAL Publisher - J. Peter Hvidsten News Editor - Scott Anderson Sports Editor - Kelly Lown *CNA BLUE RIBBON AWARD 1998 ADVERTISING Advertising Manager - Anna Jackman Advertising Sales - Jackie McDonell, Advertising Sales - Bill Eastwood Production - Pamela Hickey, Rhonda Stevens Annabell Harrison, Trudy Empringham, Susan Milne, Robert Taylor, 1Year-$32.10 Foreign -$90.95 includes $2.10 GST includes $5.95GST VERIFIED CIRCULATION * GST included in price I FTTERS Chief Edgar deserves our respect From Page 6 community is the synergy of all members and change is inevita- ble. The "tranquility" that Mr. Aldred claims to cherish so much is more significantly dam- aged by the incredible amounts of negative energy expended in polarizing the community than a few Bingo players driving across the island might cause. The wounds and subsequent scars he inflicts may fester long after the issue of charitable gaming facilities is long dead. Mr. Aldred's comments that "we pretty well finance the re- serve" is contradictory to his cause. Injecting more and more money into First Nations to im- Not cutting To the Editor: The Ontario Government is cutting costs in some areas be- cause of our financial situation. Times are bad, money is tight it needed to be done. Yet, some facts became public some months ago that all On- tarians need to know. The four abortion clinics in Toronto receive millions of dol- lars each year. In 1992 alone they received more than $7 mil- lion. This is to cover costs of se- curity and property manage- ment and maintenance. On top of that, believe it or not, O.H.I.P. is charged for eve- ry abortion performed. This information became available during a cross- examination of the abortionists, when Attorney General Marion Boyd tried to get a temporary injunction to ban pro-lifers from demonstrating at the abortion clinics. There are 23 such clinics in Ontario. In 1992 there were 5,054 abortions performed in the Morgentaler clinic alone and elsewhere in Toronto 6,861. I find the people who demon- strate (peacefully and quiet I might add) at those clinics have a good reason to do so, not only on behalf of the tiny unborn, but to protect the taxpayer. Yet, they are dragged before the courts as the Ontario gov- ernment seeks to ban all pro life activity across the province. Great music Letter to the Editor: Recently the Port Perry High School Music Department held its presentation of Spring Rhap- sody, consisting of instrumen- tal and vocal selections. The two evenings of quality music were most entertaining and enjoya- ble. It is very evident that many hours of practice are spent by the students with the dedicated leadership of Mr. Charles White and Mr. Peter Chellew. I would like to acknowledge the positive and rewarding con- tributions of these students and staff to musicin education. D. Jeffrey. prove living conditions has proven to be very ineffective where a local economy 1s not present. A charitable gaming facility is potentially the neces- sary method by which the Mis- sissaugas of Scugog Island First Nation establish some level of economic independence. Not only will the First Nation com- munity benefit from this facility but so will the larger island and Scugog communities. It is extremely important with many capital ventures to have a "closed lip" policy to maintain a competitive advan- tage. I am confident the facts will be presented when they are available. Chief Gary Edgar deserves our respect for his dedication and courage in leading and helping the people of the Scugog Island First Nation. Respect is not shown by jumping to conclu- sions or by spreading rumor and gossip. Respect is shown by demonstrating trust and mak- ing informed decisions based on the facts rather than on the short-sighted rantings of a few who would attempt to polarize the community. Mr. Aldred's letter was signed "Respectful- ly," somehow, I don't think so! Yours sincerely, David A. Cook, Ajax costs for abortion That, too, folks will cost you a pretty sum. So, is the government cutting costs? Obviously not when it concerns abortion. But yes they do for seniors, cancer patients, educations, police, recreation -- etc., ete. Sincerely, Jeannette Vander Meulen, Brooklin, Ont. Concerned with size To the Editor: As a parent and resident of Scugog Island, I am concerned about the proposed Gaming Fa- cility at the north end of Scugog Island. I have read Chief Gary Edgar's background informa- tion letter and my concerns are: 1. Residents are upset and this could eliminate any hope of good relationships. 2. The traffic is a main prob- lem as there is one road in and out. This could result in conges- tion and cause many accidents. To upgrade the road to hold more cars will be in our hands as taxpayers. Also with traffic congestion it will be difficult in emergency situations. 3. Hydro, I understand is at a maximum already and changes in hydro up here will increase our hydro costs. Septic system for a building of that size could also be a problem. 4. It's a beautiful unique area here, quiet and peaceful, moder- ate change would be acceptable, but not extreme change. } 5. Additional problems will resultifliquorisinvolved. 6. People are already upset with the N.D.P. government spending money while others are in bighardship. Letushaveoursayas taxpay- ers and concerned residents. As one last comment, let's be rea- listic, Scugog Island with its limited access is definitely not the place to have this large Gaming Facility. Eleanor Edmiston Subject to laws of Canada To the Editor: The Mississauga's of Scugog Island do not have a total right to govern themselves. They are subject to the laws of Canada and alarge number oflicensing authorities. Our local, regional, and pro- vincial governments all have major responsibilities to the cit- 1zens they represent. They can- not wash their hands of this fact. Gambling is a matter of fact all over the world. But like oth- er industry its social and envi- Oth Annual Visit 25 ists Studios! Victor ce County ronmental measured. If a large gambling facility was to be built at the reserva- tion, there, by law, would be a number of studies to ascertain its viability and impact. In this case, nothing has been done. Yet the Provincial Government seems to be in great haste to make a license available. Incidentally, I believe a Bingo license has been approved for the Islander on Scugog Island. Its operations have been de- layed due to an OMB hearing. impact must be Joel W. Aldred, DFC June 4845 10am to 5pm Studio Tour 94 Maps Available: Photo Stop Framing, Native Perspectives or call 986-4583 or 263-4393 May doubt this comes from a guy To the Editor: Well, I used to say that I was a feminist long before the "movement"...but they didn't buy it. I think it was because of the bit that followed admitting that I am also a sexist...and whatever that means...it evokes earth tremors. Feminists think "equali- ty"but I say equality in sex would have to be unisex. It couldn't be hetero where one half equals zip without the oth- er half...unless one half is dam- aged and the other half can't compensate. If you are talking equal pay...opportunity...wholesome respect...recognition...and that sort of unassailable stuff ...and if you have noticed she can do anything he can do...well okay. But I hope female hormones are not in mortal conflict with male hormones. There is that biological thing that will, I think, militate against contrary options. Maybe not, but I have talked to enough frank girls that had no trouble making it solo...but who now ponder whether there is something missing that could have been worth more. It was pretty much a consensus that if a husband could learn to share his wife with another priority that would help. It would also help if he didn't think of parenthood as motherhood entirely. It does seem to get sticky when consen- sus scatters, on how a wife (and or mother) and job or profession (if desired)...plus a hus- band...can putit all together. Some solve it by having their family before taking up their profession. Others prefer to work and fork over as much as most of their pay to a qualified housekeeper because a day's work elsewhere is prefer- able...but quite enough. Regardless, give me the girl that plain enjoys being a girl..who for some reason... have never known to also be a feminist...and I can't recall a feminist who delighted in being a girl. So, why doesn't she? Giv- en that I am not a bible thump- er...I believe God programmed her for an opposite number. So what happened? What happened is: None of our girls should have to fight for any rights. I'll put it this way: The gener- al oblivious attitude of our un- enlightened guys and dark ages law towards our girls and our children (to me) seems to be..."what the hell...they're only females or expensive kids." Ron Ward, Janetville. Scugog and Brooklin. been caused to Crest Hardware. College in Guelph. pastor. glass in the front window. annual Jamboree. 45 YEARS AGO Thursday, May 26, 1949 Girls Garden Clubs were organized in Sanford, Beaverton, Scugog Club leader was Mrs. Reg Boundey, Port Perry. Local leader was Mrs. G. Samells, Port Perry. The property facing Water Street, north of Sebert House was purchased for the recreation centre site. A The parade of coppers held on the north curb of Queen Street, Port Perry on May 21 was a great success as $104.37 was realized 'and praise was due to Jack Starkey of the cub scouts. 30 YEARS AGO Thursday, May 28, 1964 Youngsters throwing firecrackers was the cause of the fire on Queen Street which completely destroyed the storage warehouse of Crest Hardware and the old Blacksmith shop. The fire also caused considerable damage to the arena. The fire, which caused approximately $32,000 damage, $25,000 was estimated to have Mr. E.L. McLaughlin, R.R. #1 Nestleton, was awarded the degree of Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, at the Agricultural Birdseye Centre Park celebrates its 25th anniversary in operation. The park was owned and operated by Ed and Hilda Michell and not one serious accident had occurred in its history. 20 YEARS AGO Wednesday, May 29, 1974 The Scugog Chamber of Commerce won an award for Exceptional Community Service at a formal banquet during the 52nd annual Chamber of Commerce Convention held in Hamilton this week. Attending the convention from Port Perry were ~ president Ken Dowson and vice-president Richard Drew. 10 YEARSAGO Tuesday, May 29, 1984 Cartwright Central Public School held a celebration to honor its retiring principal Gordon Paisley. A local clergyman asked local stores to stop selling what he termed "erotic" magazines. The magazines, including Playgirl, Playboy and Penthouse were a moral concern, according to the The LCBO store in Port Perry was broken into and robbed of 10 bottles of liquor. Entry was gained to the store by smashing to the School children were kept inside during the lunch honor to protect them from a partial solar eclipse of the sun. 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