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H e l p m a t e - Information North Branch) held a public meeting at Lake Wilcox School Gym February 21. The audience was warmly wel- comed by Frank Mowat, chair- man of the board of direc- tors, who then introduced the members of the board and the staff of the centreâ€"Beth Lenthall. Karin Lumsden and Fiona Sharp. Mr. Mount then gave a resume of the circumstances leading up to the opening of the branch January 7 of this year. Then it was the staff’s turn to tell the audience about their professional back- ground. Mrs. Beth Lenthall read the operating philosophy and detailed the basic func- tions of the service. She said it was the goal of the centre, as .well as providing informa- tion, to help develop fellow- ship and neighboring. Helpmate Information N. Branch Develops Fellowship, Neighboring \ Pleading guilty to LSD trafficking at Sibbald Point Provincial Park in Georgina Township August 14 was David McLean, 18, a youth who moved out of his home and into downtown Toronto. He was without money after losing Ihis job and thought trafficking would be a fast way to make money, the court was told. He was aged 17 at the time of the offence. SOLD LSD Federal Prosecutor Mrs. Heather Smith said police officers bought five tablets of LSD from McLean with market money at about 6 pm August 4 and then air- rested him. McLean's attorney said the youth since arrest 'has now changed his life style and 'has made a new group of friends. He has become a Mrs. Karin Lumsden said she hoped the volunteers drawn from the community would help to foster this goal. Mrs. Lenthall told the aud- ience that the majority of calls the branch had handled in the first month of opera- tion had been mainly for in- formation and referral and that the volume of calls had more than doubled during the second month. FAMILY HELPED lac-{{1} tâ€" an‘a’liminary. Both were sent to trial. In drug trafficking cases e federal prosecutors fol- 150w the practice of proceed- ing by indictment, bringing ‘the maximum force of legal penalties against drug ped- lers. Users of minor du‘ugs are usually only fined. ASK JUDGE AND JURY Two other youtlh-s chose at to face drug trafficking rials in the local Provincial ourt. Instead they elected ‘udge and jury trial in ounty Oourt. 'I‘hey admitted here was enough evidence ‘0 send them to trial and awed the hearing of evi- ence during the Provincial The meeting was then thrown open to the audience for discussion. We ideas brought up were a commun- ity bulletin board, probably located at the Helpmate of- fice and a “welcoming com- mittee" who would inform new people in the area of all local organizations. services. etc. The branch had occasion to help a family in a distressed situation and another person who had lost both job and home. The branch was able to be of assistance in both cases. Mr. Edmunds mentioned that anyone with financial problems may call the Rich- mond Hill and Thornhill Dis- trict Family Services and make an appointment to see Whom Mike Alexander, from the audience, raised a point re- garding federal funding for provincial development and local improvement. The Help- mate staff promised to get in touch with local councillors and find more on this sub- ject. NEED BABY SITTERS A daytime baby sitting service was also seen as a real need. so that mothers may keep doctor’s or dentist’s appointments. or even go shopping for once without junior tagging along. Prem- ises are available for this. If you would like to volunteer time in this direction call the Helpmate office. The baby- sitting could be done on an exchange basis, which works successfully in many areas. Richard Edmunds, budget counsellor from Richmond Hill and Thornhill District Family Services. was guest speaker. He gave a stimulat- ing talk on family finances and drew up a detailed list of expenditures. explaining vari- ous methods of successful budgeting. I “The superior counts have and there shall usually be a ail sentence for drug traf- ficking, except in very un- sual circumstances," Pro- ‘mcial Judge Claim-e Morri- von said at the February ression of York Region drug tourt at 'Newmarket. Judge Morris-on was facing 3hree local youths who ad- mitted: selling illicit drugs in 'ecent -momt1hs. All -t1hree "ouths were remanded for :entence March 15 after pre- )aration of pre-sentence re- )orts by court social work- onvicted Drug Traffickers Youths Await Jail Sentences credit-oriented society even young people without family responsibilities have trouble staying within their financial limits. Mr. Edmunds stressed that the budget counsellors are there to help everyone, not only families. BOARD VACANCIES James Bower» was indicted. pleaded guilty and was con- victed for having [marijan Burr . - Aflter McLean p 1e a d e d guil'ty, a second drug charge against him was withdrawn by Federal Prosecutor Smith. at 3:25 pm September 12 in Aurora for Hie purpose of trafficking. YRP WATCHED SHOOL Smith said York Re- gional Police that day were on watch near Dr. G. W. Williams Secondary School. Bowen was seen on ‘his way to school. He got a pound of marijuana from a locker and left the school in a vehicle. He was followed and arres- ted by the YRP officers. a fwornler tea'cher. He left school at the end of grade 10 and trained as a jeweler, only to lose 'his job because of his involvement with un- desirable activities. He’d no previous convictions ex- cept for drinking under age. "haven was remanded to March 15 for pre-sentence report and. sentencing. Donald Rice, 20, of Gonm- ley and formerly of 160 Es- sex Avenue, Apartment 208, Richmond Hill, was indicted on a charge of having mari- juana for the purpose of trafficking in Markham Town on April 3. volunteer recreation worker and is working on a farm for Arrested September 4 in Richmond Hill. Peter Ohlitty was indicted on a charge of having marijuana for the purpose of trafficking. He elected judge and jury trial, waived ’his preliminary hear- ing of evidence and was sent to County Count trial. BUTTONVILLE ARREST The charge involves 10 pounds of marijuana seized 'by YRP at the P and J Bur- ger Bar. Highway 7 and dence W o o d M n e _ Avenue (Don Mills Road). ‘Rice was also sent to judge and jury trial without any preliminary hearing of evi- After his talk there was a $5 Dance Ensemble 8 Boyan Choir TAX RETURNS ECHOS 0F UKRAINE Featuring KALYNA at Thomlea Secondary School Auditorium 8075 Bayview Ave. Thomhill PREPARED PROMPTLY AND ACCURATELY Come in and ask our friendly, qualified staff about our 3 GUARANTEES Phone 884-3750 Livingroom Dining Room Bedroom Designs In 'I'euk Floor & Table Lamps; Wall Arrangements ‘ 457 MARKHAM RD. - RICHMOND HILL ALLENCOURT PLAZA SIIHIIAY, MARSH 3,1974' 4 PM Toronto Income Tax Service Ltd. \ l7 YONGE ST. N., RICHMOND HILL/ ANNIVERSARY SAVING Tickets AVailable at: 15 CHURCH LANE THORNHILL OR AT THE DOOR STUDENTS - $1.00 ea. ADULTS $3.00 ea. CHILDREN under 12 FREE (until March 31/74) To celebrate our first year in Richmond Hill we offer a with every purchase over $300. Sponsored by SLVIadimir’s Church - Thomhill $50. â€" Bonus Caught with 2% pounds of marijuana in bags in a car at Aurora July 13, Michael Trusler, 21, of 451 Ontario Street, Newmarket, was indicted. He elected trial right there in Provincial pleaded guilty. Criminal Division Court and HELD IN JAIL Trusler was remanded to Don Jail in custody Ibo await preparation of a preasentence report and sentencing on March 15 by Judge Morrison. Hill Corporal Receives Award Corporal Graeme Robert- son, 185 Church Street,‘re- ceived an award for out- stand-ng corporals at a pa- rade of the Queen’s York Ran-gets (lst American Regi- ment) Royal Canadian Ar- moured Corps ‘held in Fort York recently, The 'historic militia .regi- menlt, Canada‘s oldest mili- tary unit, was entirely dres- sed in the traditional regiâ€" mental unifoi'm (known as cavalry patrols) for the pa- rade which saw them greet their new honorary colonel, Colonel David Stewart. The uniform includes chain mail at the shoulders and the yellow trouser stripe and black beret of the Royal Ca- nadian Armored Corps. brief report from the nomin- ating committee. Suggested for new members to fill spaces on the board were: Mrs. Shirley McDowell and Peter McConachie. The regimental band was dressed in the 1792 uniform in which Ontario's first Lieu- tenant Governor John Graves Simcoe brought the regiment to Upper Canada. Colonel Stewart, who rais- ed tWO ceremonial regiments in Montreal â€" the 78th Fra- ser Highlanders and the Co-mpagnie ‘de la Franches de la Marine â€" noted that they and the Rangers met at the battle of the Plains of Abraham. Corporal Robertson is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Colin Roberrts‘o n, 185 Church Street South. Refreshments were donat- ed by Galliachers IGA and Richmond Hill Winter Car- nival. Farmers are quite aware of the energy shortage and its had effects but some, partic- ularly those with pigs, have secret hopes there may be a good side as well. Methane gas from livestock manure may yet save the day. reports York Agricultural Represent- ative A1 Wall. Methane gas from manure is used in Europe but unfor- tunately the job of getting it into the right form is too expensive for it to compete with regular fuels in Canada. The Lions“ regular dinner meeting in the community hall Tuesday evening of last week. The speaker 'was Lion Brian Shepherd, a chartered accountant, who gave a very timely and informative talk, “The Tax Man Comebh â€" You and Your 1974 Income Tax". Methane Gas From Manure May Help Solve Energy Crisis Swine Specialist Paul Sim- mons reports that a digestion system for 500 hogs would cost around $25,000. making the cost per million BTU produced about $6 compared to less than $3 for propane. Group Activities ’l'ihe annual UCW Pot Luck Luncheon was held in »the Sunday School room on Wednesday of last week wistlh the Head-ford UCW as guests Following the luncheon. Mrs. John McOa‘gue. Mrs. Redd Brumwell and Mrs. Fraser Gee took the worship service. Mrs. Philip Rumn-ey gave a talk and demonstra- tion of some of the crafts she does. She also had her looms on display. This was very much enjoyed. A recent survey in the United States shows that of the total air pollutants, trac- tors on farms, lumbering and mines, contributed only 6.4% of the carbon monoxide. 5.7% There were 13% tables of Euchre players at the com- muni-ty hall on Friday eve- ning of last ‘week. Prize win- ners were: Ladies â€" Mrs. Noma Henkell. Mrs. Isobel Vance and Mrs. Jessie Grain- ger; Men â€" Albert Wood. Jim Curtis, Edn. Fraser CORRESPONDENT: MRS. W. SANDLE. RR. 2, Gormley â€" Phone 887-5421 Victoria Square News A word to the wise When it comes to hot water, using it wisely-not wastefullyâ€" makes good sense. of the hydrocarbons and 8.3% of the nitrogen oxides. Trans- portation vehicles contribut- ed 10 times these amounts. A surprising fact is that the burning of farm residues cre- ated as much pollution as power equipment. However, Mr, Wall found several displays of tractor safety cabs at the farm show were more useful. These cabs protect the driver in case of an accident and some reduce noise levels with insulation. Added heaters. air condition- ers. air pressurizers, radios and tape decks bring farm working conditions into line with other industries. Lucky draw for a box of groceries was won by Mrs. Russell Brill-inger. Another Euchre party will be held in the hall on Fri-day evening of next week at 8 pm. Every- one welcome. Church News Wilham Vansderveeken was t'he guest minister at mhe church service on Sunday morning. He is the Infinister on the Whi'tevale â€" Cherry- wood charge. Mrs. James Be- well our minister was ex- changing pupflts with him for this day. At the recent tractor pulls in Toronto the quantity of exhaust that accumulated in the coliseum in a short time was amazing, according to Mr. Wall. So had was the haze that the flagman had to wave his flag right under the driver’s noses to get them stopped. The annual World Day of Prayer service will 'be held on‘ Friday aft 2 pm at Union Villa, Unionville. This is an invitation to all ladies to join with eight nreniglhborinz churches to an afternoon of worship and fellowship, .The guest speaker will be Mrs. Hilde Toll, Immediate Past President of the Toronto Conference of the UCW. Baby sitting will be provid- ed and a social hour will be held in the main lounge of the Villa at the conclusilon of the service. your hydro Neighborhood Notes Special birthday greetings to William Muirhead who today (Thursday) will be ce- lebrating his 92nd birthday. Congratulations Mr. Muir- head. A speedy recovery is wished for Mrs. Douglas Gee who is in 'York Central Hos- pital, Richmond Hill. Room 411. Sympathy is extended to Mrs. John Leece (Lu-lu Beat- ty) and family, in 11he pas- sing of a loving husband and father. John Leece. The many friends of Boyd Mount, a former resident of our community, were sorry to learn of ‘his passing last week. He was the former choir leader at the United Church here. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil lNichols spent a few days last week with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nichols and family at Knox- ville. Penn. York Now IO Weeks Without Fatality Miss Oora Bewell of,To- ronto spent the weekend ‘here with her nephew, ’his wife and family. Mr. and Mrs. James Bewell, and at- tended the morning church service. This week he said that spot checks would contimue throughout the region, and speed enforcelmenlt patrols would also ‘be increased in an effort to keep accidents to a mini-mum. Last yea-r. the region re- ac‘hedahigh of 53 people killed in 42 fa-tal accidents. 47 percent higher than the previous year’s and second highest in line province. Commenting at the time, Chief Crawford said that a “concerted effort must be made immediately by [all de- partm‘en‘ts of the region as well as the citizenry at large to reduce this unac- cepta'ble trend." Chri'ef Bruce Crawford of York Regional Police, said Uhis week that the region had now gone 10 weeks with- out a fatal motor vehicle ac- cident. CS3 - 7482A THE LIBERAL, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Thursday, Feb. 28, 1974 Viva Paper TOWELS LIQUID 13¢ PALMO LIVE 2:32- CreaTiWIVfi-riihg at our Regular LOW, LOW PRICES ROSE LOTION DETERGENT DETERGENT P N H 2 Lb. 10 Oz. Pkg. 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