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Parting friends by Dan Downey The Children's Aid Society in North Simcoe will be sponsoring a special project this year called "A Christmas Wish." With the help of our community, we are hoping to be able to provide a pre- sent for children in families we know of, who are not in a pos ition to buy their own gifts. Each year, we find a number of these fam ilies who fall between the cracks of the efforts made by other agen cies in the area. We have decided to organize a toy collection which will enable us to en- sure that every child we work with has at least one wrapped pre sent under the tree. on Dec. 3, 4, and 5, social workers and volun teers will be sitting at a table at the Mountainview Mall. People will be encourag- ed to take a card from a Christmas tree wh ich will have a child's first name, age and gender on it. The person will then be asked to purchase an appropriate gift for the child, at a cost of between $10 to $15 and return it to the booth unwrapped. It will be wrapped and delivered on their behalf to the child's home. Money will also be collected to cover the cost of the gifts Give a child a Christmas wish for children who's cards may not be taken. We would like to en- courage anyone interested in this worthwhile project to come to the mall on these days and support it. It is an excellent way for you to have a direct impact on achild's Christmas this holiday season and know that your efforts are being truly apprec iated. If you have any questions about '"'A Christmas Wish"' or you wish to become in- volved with our family ser- vice work in another way, please call 526-9341 or drop into our office at 578 King Street. Dre Dliyhls wd Hans Witt, left, general manager at Leitz's Midland operation for about six years, says good-bye and farewell to good friend Brian Downer, president of the Midland Chamber of Commerce. Witt and spouse were treated to a reception last Thursday afternoon at the Highland Inn, where those who knew and lov- ed him gathered to say so long and present him with a gift. Witt says he'll miss everyone he has gotten to know in this town, but it's time to move on. Leitz boss leaves Canada It's back home to Ger- many this week for Hans Witt, general manager of Leitz in Midland. After more than six years here, Witt is leaving Canada and Leitz for a job with a communications company in West Berlin. "It's like leaving -home for me," Witt said at a reception last Thursday at Midland's Highland Inn, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. The president of the chamber presented Witt with a framed photograph as'a going away gift. "In the short time I have known you, you have shown encouragement, confidence and_ co- operation towards me that aR Mey APES Unique Gift Sidleas. from can be forgotten," said Brian Downer. "Your enthusiasm has been a source of inspira- tion for your associates and friends in our communi- y,"' he continued. 'Your roots in Midland and your many friendships will linger for a long time." When asked what he would miss the most, Witt replied: "The bay, the en- vironment and all the nice people here. I've made many good friends."' However, he said there are nice things about going back to Berlin, a West Ger- man city surrounded en- tirely by Communist East Germany. For instance, he'll enjoy the cultural life of the city. Gifts & Gallery 228 King St. 526-8040 OPEN Sun. Starting Dec 6th 10 a.m. -5 i m. = a < 5 Cary me nae Witt has become well- known in Midland both for his position at Leitz and for his work with the Chamber of Commerce. Many of the town's top business people attended the reception last Thursday afternoon. Reflecting upon the economic differences bet- ween the two nations, Witt said '"'North America has lost a bit of its edge in pro- ductivity." But he noted the low Canadian and American dollars would help us to become more competetive on the world market. He also said "the whole of North America is lack- ing in the amount of skill- ed labor." Christrias Tree moLbratbhe Jomething for Gveryone She Loon's Home Canadian Arts & Crafts Page 10, Wednesday, December 2, 1987 As for free trade, the outgoing Leitz manager said he's "convinced" it's a good thing for the coun- try. Although some would lose their jobs in the short run, he said, in the long run it will create more jobs. "Ten years down the road everyone will think it was the right decision,"' he said. Fresh Fruits & Vegetables... all the trimmings for your Christmas Dinner Gianstto 4 of Midland 290 King St., Midland 526-2761 3 Anniversary SALE During our 23rd Anniversary Sale there will be great savings on selected items in the store. Savings will range from 20 - 40% on most specials. Ideal Xmas Gift for the Hockey Player COOPER Hockey Locker e red (Canadian logo) e red/white/blue SHERWOOD TTM - 7000 Fibreglass Re-inforced Hockey Sticks SALE e navy Reg. $15.95 SALE $9.99 Reg. $61.00 $49.95 COOPER #19cD Mews CCM Hockey Gloves Ultra Tack e Leather palms Men's e Nylon and leather constructed Skates e Pro designed Reg. $110.00 SALE $69.95 Reg. $214.95 SALE a 74.95 Garner's Sports is Midland and areas exclusive agent for ""Brown" custom designed goal equipment These items and many more are available from Tuesday, December 1 to Saturday, December 5 only Downtown Midland 526-6082 294 King St.