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; ] ] 4 , 3 : F | Dear Editor: I would like to express my disappointment in the article you printed in the Friday July 15 edition of the Citizen concerning my exchange to South Africa. It is unfortunate that your reporter only portrayed the negative or rather sensational aspects of my exchange. : In my presentation it was my hope to inform the Rotarians of the beneficial results of the Rotary Youth Exchange Program. I would appreciate it if you would consider printing another side of the story - the human side. Another side of the story During my year in South Africa I was taken into the homes and hearts of five wonderful families. I was and am still a part of these families. What could have been a very difficult and lonely year was made into a fairy tale because of the hospitality of the many South Africans I lived and travelled with. They went to great lengths to ensure my well- being and happiness and even drove thousands of kilometers to show me their beautiful country. My love and gratitude for these people cannot be expressed. It is something that only another person in my position can understand. It is said that the purpose of these exchanges is 'the advancement of international understanding, goodwill and peace." It would be unfortunate if your readers assumed that I am critical and ungrateful for this once in a life time experience. Thank you. Yours respectfully --lInge Schwauss Penetanguishene OPP prepared for the holiday weekend Dear Editor: Every available OPP unit will be on patrol for the Civic Holiday weekend, July 31-Aug. 2, ac- cording to OPP Commissioner James Erskine. The poor weather at the start of the summer discouraged travellers, but the Civic Holiday is expected to be one of the most heavily travelled weekends of the year. "We constantly find that excessive speed is a major contributing factor in serious traffic ac- cidents,'"' says Comm, Erskine, who is also chairman of the Ontario Traffic Safety Council. "A holiday weekend is a time to relax and take things easy. Your driving should be the same -- when you're not pushing yourself, you find you don't tailgate and can negotiate curves easily."' OPP patrols, many using radar units, will be watching for the speeding motorist. Much of the enforcement effort will be concentrated on stretches of highway with a bad accident record. Some major highways will also be patrolled by Editor praised for 'second mile effort' Dear Editor: It is most heartening indeed to note that The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal Campaign in the Midland district has been simply an out- standing success. On these days of recession, when funds are not flowing too freely, this can only be described as a remarkable achievement. These are also days of increased need and it is so good to know that the increased demands are being matched by increased financial resources. I am advised, Mr. Reed, that you played a very major role in the success of this campaign and I do want to express my personal appreciation to you on behalf of The Salvation Army administration for the 'second mile effort' that must have been made to achieve these results. I do pray that you will feel the great sense of reward in knowing that so much more need can be alleviated as a result of your commitment. Thank you so much for what you have done and may the blessing of God richly be yours during these days. Yours sincerely, --Wilfred H. Hammond Major Divisional Commander Evening hours scheduled Dear Editor: Nancy Island Historic Site will be open Thur- sday evenings from July 22 to Aug. 12. The Ministry of Natural Resources at Wasaga Beach would like to offer everyone an opportunity You people made the difference Dear Editor: The staff and residents of Huronia Nursing Home, Penetang, wish to take this time to thank all the many people who helped make our Cen- tennial Sea a success. The names are endless, from the Red Cross volunteers, families of our residents to the won- derful people of Penetanguishene and area who were centennial models who gave their time to make it possible that we had a wonderful time. We raised over $200 for the resident's activity department. Without your help this wouldn't have been possible. Thank You. --The residents of Huronia Nursing Home Summer Antique Market MIDLAND CURLING CLUB King St., Midland July 20, Page 6, Wednesday, July 21, 1982 * . : boy garg ha wy y SBR VSN WEA YL SOE Ors ¥¥ to visit Nancy Island Historic Site. To ac- commodate those visitors wanting to enjoy the sunshine during the day and the residents busy with their businesses, the site is soon to be open evenings. Beginning July 22 Nancy Island Historic Site will be open every Thursday evening until Aug. 12 tothe hour of 9p.m. This is in addition to the daily operational hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Special programs will be offered in ~- the evenings. "A Question Of Identity", a National Film Board film describing the forces which led Canadians to enter the War of 1812 will be shown on July 22 at 7:15 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. During the evening of August 12 Pioneer Crafts of the 1800's will be featured. Crafts include weaving, spinning, apple-doll making and various types of needlework. provided by a fiddler. We hope you will take this opportunity to discover Nancy Island. There will be no charge during the evening hours. --G.N. Babcock, Park Superintendent Wasaga Beach Provincial Park Box 183, Wasaga Beach, Ontario LOL 2P0 Telephone: (705) 429-2516 AUXILIARY TO HURONIA DISTRICT HOSPITAL 17TH ANNUAL Antique ADULTS: $1°75 CHILDREN: 75c 21, 22 Period music will be., OPP aircraft. An OPP officer in the aircraft spots moving violators and radios the information to interceptor officers on the ground. Speeding drivers are timed between yellow triangular markers painted on the highway pavement at half- kilometre intervals. "It's up to the individual driver to prevent ac- cidents," says Comm. Erskine. '"'If all drivers made a commitment to slow down and take their time, we would see a dramatic reduction in the terrible toll of accidents on Ontario highways." --J.A. Fullerton Superintendent * Director Community Services Branch Telephone: (416) 965-4474 Thismom wants to know Dear Editor: It is with great awe, that I pick up my newspaper, and read about the numerous honours, and awards, that our town has given individuals, for such events, as the completion of a conaoe trip etc. Please do not misunderstand me. I am not saying the awards were not earned, but I have to wonder why? When last summer, our own Midland Bantams, bestowed an honour upon our town, by bringing home the O.B.A. cham- pionship. They have not even received a congratulations message, from Midland. Although in fact, our Regional member. of Parliament, Allan McLean saw fit to issue a Congratulatory message to each boy. Also the Premier--of Ontario, has sent a Congratulatory letter. The question is why, were these boys overlooked Midland? A Proud Mom --Marion E. Bisson CSA to test phones The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) will begin testing new telephones to reduce the risk of electrical and "'acoustic" shock. "Until now, the telephone has been one of the few remaining household _ electrical devices not certified by the CSA," Jim Duncan, manager of CSA elec- trical certification programs, said last week. "Tn the past nearly all phones in Canadian Homes were owned by telephone _ companies, such as Bell Canada, and had to meet their stringent standards. Since telephones are now produced' by several manufacturers, sold in retail and grocery stores and installed by consumers, the need for national safety standards has been recognized." The CSA responded by forming a committee consisting of representatives from government, consu- mers, manufacturers, the telephone network industry and regulatory authorities. The newly-published standard, entitled "Equipment Electri- cally Connected to a Telecommunication Network" will become part of the Canadian Electrical Code. In order to reduce the risk of shock, the standard call for proper groun- ding and insulation. It also includes a requirement for "'acoustic" shock so the probability of hearing damage is avoided. Friendly people to serve you at Bay Pharmacy That summer ? Monette can help you with your off the shelf 88 Main St., Penetanguishene "A friendly Place to Shop" 549-2332 SR eT ea ana ST OTE AE OI LALO NOE LOLOL Ey ars