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.^■•■■■-:^^-,^..-v.r-'^ n.w /.-,.... -mr Recall requirements set by the NDP Impossibly high' '£« VICTORIA - Recall of MLAs in mid-term is "virtually unachievable" under a plan just advanced by a committee dominated by New Democrats, critics say. Recall would allow constituents unhappy with their MLA to trigger a mid-term byelection to dump him. But its proponents say the threshold set by a committee of mostly NDP MLAs, is too high. The all-part committee endorsed a requirement that a by- election could only be sparked by a petition signed by a simple majority of 50 percent of the eligible voters in a constituency, plus one more voter. "The people will be outraged. The committee has set the threshold at an unreasonable and virtually unachievable level," said Social credit opposition leader Jack Weisgerber. Weisgerber released a report showing American recall laws in 14 states required signatures equal to between 15 percent and 30 percent of the votes cast in the previous election. The Aldergrove STAR Illegitimus non carborundum VOL.3S N0.48 THURSDAY. DEC.2 .1993 40CENTS Established 1957 3089-272nd Street Fax:856-52ia Phone:856-8303 "UNFORGETTABLE" The cast of An Evening with Nat King Cole turn in excellent performances at Langley Playhouse, playing till Dec. 18. The sophisticated stylings of one of the best loved singers of all time are handled superbly by local actor Don Stewart. See review inside this issue. -David Cooper photo Overhaul to refugee laws badly needed VANCOUVER - A University of BC professor has called for a change in Canada's lax refugee policy so the country can regain control over its own borders. Economist James Brander says current immigration laws allow people who claim to be refugees to remain in Canada fighting long and costly (to the Canadian taxpayers) legal battles, even if they are criminals. "Refugee immigration becomes the tail that wags the dog. Canada does not exercise sovereign control over its borders," Brander says. A member of UBC's commerce faculty, he says there are millions of genuine refugees around the world, but Canadian law favors those who have the means to get here, usually by scheduled airlines. He says Ottawa's hand became tied in 1985 when the supreme court of Canada ruled that anyone who sets foot here has the right to a long and costly legal process to determine whether his Reformers meet ALDERGROVE - MP Randy White will speak at the annual general meeting of the constituency's Reform party next Thursday, December 9, 7:30 p.m. at the Aldergrove Legion Hall. Also on the agenda are reports from the president, treasurer and the election of a new executive. or her claim is valid. The court judgment meant that "even a convicted criminal had the right to go through the refugee-adjudication process," he says. He adds that Canadians were reluctant to tackle the subject of immigration for fear of being branded racist. "Any efforts to address sovereignty issues in the immigration areas are met with hostility," he says. Brander says it would be much fairer if the federal government set yearly targets for the number of refugees it wanted to bring into the country. "We should set an annual target for refugees, either a small one like 20,000 or a large one like 100,000. The number should be determined by Canadians after open debate. My own view is that the target should be generous, but not self-destructive (for the country)," he says. In 1991, the federal government responded to the higher intake of refugees and family-class admissions by raising total immigration figures to 250,000 from 150,000. the law was passed without debate by parliament in 1991, the result of a three-party agreement to slip it through quietly, Brander says. He says many people have overstated the economic benefits of immigration. "We have no idea about what's been happening over the past 10 years, but we know that, while the average skill levels of immigrants were higher than the average of local Canadians in the 1950s and '60s, the average skill levels of immigrants today are lower than the average domestic skill levels," he says. Brander was commenting on the situation only a few days after a call by former Canadian immigration director Kim Abbott to have immigration issues taken out of the hands of politicians and put in those of an independent commission. Abbott charged that the current situation was the result of political expediency by all parties, a "ploy" to secure personal reelection. He also said that federal immigration programs cost Canadian taxpayers at least $3- billion annually. HOSE GETS HIS CHANDELIERS Taxpayers spend $38,000 on apartment LONDON - B.C.'s man in London has spent $38,000 of taxpayers' money - 50 percent more than the amount budgeted - to redecorate the apartment he occupies practically for free in London. Mark Rose, sent to London as agent-general in November of 1992 by the provincial NDP government, quickly sent back a plea for renovations to his apartment on the sixth floor of B.C.House in central London. "The flat (apartment) contains not a single original painting or sculpture worthy of mention, nor is there even a chandelier over the dining table," Rose wrote to the B.C.Trade Development Corporation. He was given a budget of $25,000 for furniture and housewares. By the time the redecoration was finished, at the end of August '93, he had spent $38,216, according to B.C.Trade documents obtained under freedom of access legislation. A further $19,953 was spent on renovations to the apartment. Rose, a one time NDP member of parliament for Fraser Valley West, also receives a salary of $120,000 and $60,000 in pensions for his service as a federal MP, provincial MLA and work as a lecturer at the University of British Columbia. Councils sworn in ALDERGROVE - The inaugural meetings of the new municipal councils are to take place this Monday, December 6. Matsqui's new council will be sworn in at 4 p.m. at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, and Langley township council will be sworn in at 7 p.m. in Fort Langley's Community Hall. In Matsqui's case, it will be the last such event, as the municipality will be amalgamated with Abbotsford over the coming year, and a new council will be elected for the new municipality next November. Langley's new school board will also be sworn in at 7 p.m. at the Milner Education Centre. The events are open to the public. ICBC rates get modest hike VANCOUVER - ICBC says that the cost of automobile insurance across B.C. next year will rise by less than the provincial rate of inflation. ICBC president Bill McCourt announced that the corporation will need an additional 3.2 percent in premium income for increases in claims costs expected in 1994 and to meet the requirement to bolster its reserves. This is one of the lowest increases in auto insurance rates in 10 years but follows increases of 19 percent for 1992 and 9.5 percent for 1993- In addition to challenging the corporation to limit 1994 rate increases to the rate of inflation, the provincial government also directed it to rebuild its reserves, virtually exhausted in the past two years when claims-vcosts outstripped motorists' premiums. Modest reserve levels would allow ICBC to protect motorists from the immediate "rate shock" caused by a major catastrophe or a sharp upswing in claims costs. The corporation's focus in 1994 will continue to be on its safety, crime-prevention and cost control programs. Autoplan changes, effective January 1, 1994, will see the basic, mandatory coverage rise an average 3-9 percent, while collision coverage will be 1.5 per cent higher on average, and comprehensive premiums will rise by .8 per cent on average across B.C. Premiums in each of ICBC's 14 ratings territories can vary, sometime significantly, depending on local claims trends for certain coverages. However, most claim-free owners of passenger vehicles will see increases ranging from $3 to $65 next year. ICBC said that nearly half of claim-free drivers will see increases of under three per cent. Premiums will actually fall for 17 per cent of B.C.'s claim-free drivers, mostly in the Okanagan and on Vancouver Island where the rate of losses is lower, and only two per cent of private passenger vehicle owners will pay increases greater than six per cent. ICBC will freeze rates for taxis, which have experienced significant insurance cost increases in recent years, and will assist the industry with programs to improve its overall safety record. PUBLICATIONS MAIL REGISTRATION NUMBER 1270 Postage Prepaid, Aldergrove, B.C. V4W 3R9 NEWS? CLASSIFIED? SUBSCRIPTION? CALL 856-8303 FAX 856-5212 — THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 New recall proposals betrayal of democracy, says critic VICTORIA - Socred MLA Jack Weisgerber has blasted the recommendations of the NDP- dominated committee on recall legislation as a "mockery of public opinion and meaningful legislative reform:" "I predict there will not be one successful recall petition in this province under the rules being recommended by the committee," Weisgerber stated. "Not only won't it work - it was designed not to work. "We are pleased that the committee has accepted most of the proposals on initiative put forward by Socred MLA Cliff Serwa. Unfortunately, they have rejected our recommendations on recall. "Their proposals would disenfranchise new voters," Weisgerber explained. "Only those who had been eligible to vote in the last election could sign a recall petition, and 50% plus one of them would have to sign to bring about a recall, regardless of how low the turnout had been in the previous election. In city constituencies, where 20% of the population can turn over in a year, that's obviously unreasonable. "This set of recommendations appears to have been designed to ensure that recall just won't happen. In the Premier's own riding, for example, he received 10,108 votes, but there were 25,868 voters registered. And he was one of the few MLAs who actually got a majority of the votes cast in his riding. But they're saying to recall him, you'd need to sign up 12,935 voters, each of whom would have had to have been on the voters list at the time of the previous election." ' Mfeisgerber continued, "These proposals include an 18 month protection period after an election during which no recall petition could be circulated. Perhaps the local MLAs could have prevailed on the Premier to carry out his election promise to provide a cancer clinic in Kamloops if recall were available at any time. At least it would discourage politicians from making campaign promises they know they can't keep. "I'm also disappointed that, the committee wants to go from a recall petition straight into a by- election. Recall shouldn't be about refighting elections - especially in a multi-party country such as Canada, where few MLAs or MPs are elected by a majority vote. Rather, it should be an opportunity to censure politicians for a fundamental breach of faith with the voters they were elected to represent. VOe don't need more elections, 'we do need more accountability. "Over 80% of voters all across our province voted for recall and initiative in the last provincial election. After many months, and draft legislation we provided, the committee has only done half its job. We are reasonably close to workable initiative legislation with these proposals - but, surprise, surprise - we are still light years away from reasonable recall legislation," Weisgerber concluded. Public school system headed for collapse OpTnloripSlfifitj said to be 'out of control' VANCOUVER - North America's high priced public school system is so dull and outdated it is destined to collapse, says a man who makes his living advising governments and corporations about what to expect in the future. In his new book, The Last Book You'll Ever Read (MacFarlane Walter and Ross, $24.95), B.C. futurist Frank Ogden says schoolchildren nowadays are more expert than their teachers in many areas of learning. "In many cases today, such as computer operation, television and pattern recognition, the kids are more expert than their teachers," says the 73-year-old Ogden who prides himself on having no academic qualifications whatsoever. He says North American schools, with their obsolete textbooks, simply are not aware of what is happening on the cutting edge of knowledge. "Of course, there are minute pockets of awareness, but they are minimal and educators with an eye on the future have little opportunity to be heard in the rigid higher levels of academia ... hence, my view that the present educational system will not evolve but collapse," he explains. Ogden launched the 212-page book with a brief display of high- tech communications aboard his Vancouver houseboat from which he monitors the world by computer phone link and satellite dish. In the modern communications age, he insists, only those who "learn to dance with electrons" will thrive. But instead of preparing students for the future, our schools imprison them in the past - and bore them to death in the process, he says. "schooling is supposed to prepare us for handling the world we will enter. But that world has changed faster than teachers can be trained," he says. Ogden says school drop-out figures in British Columbia have reached almost unbelievable levels. "The disinterest in public education is staggering," he says. . He says that, of 476,000 B.C. students, 38 percent drop out before entering high school and 78 percent of those who start high school drop out before entering college. Of those who enter college, he says, 75 percent drop out before WALTER J. PEARCE Season's Greetingsl On December 4th & 11th we will have a display booth in the ALDERGROVE MALL Drop by and enter to win an exciting Christmas prize. We look forward to meeting you. SunLife of Canada The Strength of tbe San is Yours receiving a degree. Ogden says public education is very expensive. It now costs $7,000 a year to put a student through high school in British Columbia and it costs about $800 a month for a student to get 20 .. hours of language training. "Governments, especially in Canada, have spent countless millions on language training in the schools. But is language training necessary in the Communications Age? Could we be putting that time and money to better use in preparing our young people for the world that awaits them?" he asks. Ogden says that, in the future, it may not be necessary to teach children to spell. "When robots are programmed to speak, they are 'taught' to use phonetic spelling ... humans, with their correct spelling, may soon find their knowledge a handicap in dealing with robots - or the future," he says. Living up to its tide, the book comes complete with a computer disk. The book's cover points out that Ogden has led a life of profitable nonconformity. Born in Toronto, he was educated in Canada and the United States and has done everything from selling airplanes to joining a team of therapists researching LSD. He helped establish Canada's first think-tank and was a founding member of the World Future Society in Canada. Reform office open MATSQUI - Reform MP Randy White has now opened his constituency office in the strip mall at 32660 Dahlstrom Avenue, right next to Subway. Call 853-5002 or 856-2037 to speak with Randy or constituency manager, Tanya Steer. Office hours are currently Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 pm. An open house will follow on December 16, noon to 8 p.m. Poll report in error ALDERGROVE - The election poll-by-poll results published in last week's Star carried an error in the number of votes school trustee Linda Moir received at Parkside. The correct number was 215, not the 25 that The Star published. Our apologies to Moir and our readers. Roger Patillo (mba) "A Realtor You Can Count On" Specializing in quality country acreages and residential properties. Aldergrove has been my home j for the past 15 years. Let my knowledge of the area assist you in either purchasing or marketing a home. Call Roger Patillo/Sussex Realty 533-3231 20585 Fraser Highway, Langley VICTORIA - The New Democrats are spending millions of dollars on opinion polls, opposition MLA says. They are also taking a long time at releasing the polls and thereby violating their own freedom of information legislation, says independent Liberal David Mitchell. Mitchell says the NDP government and provincial crown corporations have spent a total off $5-5-million on 185 opinion polls since they took office. r Is mssW ' '/. m 1 Back for a 7th term ! fa ^M:'yA W-m i |3||| ] [ would like to thank everyone who supported me in the November 20th election. Call 888-6264 or 888-6278 FAX if you have questions or concerns. w^> ^(iriiii Councillor Muriel Arnason 1 THANK YOU LANGLEY It has been an honour and privilege to have served you. Aubrey Searle THANK YOU ALDERGROVE FOR YOUR SUPPORT. Councillor — Steve Ferguson 2,114 THANK YOU'S to those who voted for me for Council. Another 2,114 votes would have done it! (29,120 people did not vote at all) Thank you friends, Joe Chesney I appreciate the support and endorsement of the people in the municipal election. I'm looking forward to your support when I try again, next time! If I can be of any service, please call. JIM SZEKERES Thank You Langley! John & Fannie Scholtens & Family YOU'RE INVITED! Inaugural Meeting of Township Council Fort Langley Community Hall Monday, December 6th, 1993 - 7:00 PM — — VfewB^UVMi^ " Liberals win one last try where Campbell, Mulroney and Trudeau miserably failed fHE'ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993* By CONRAD BLACK LONDON - The theory seems to have arisen among some British;-, observers that the recent Canadian election constitutes a move to the Left. The reverse is true. The Progressive Conservative Party, which had been elected in 1984 with an unambiguous mandate to reduce the deficit and offer a more restrained and discriminating menu of social programs, instead gave Canada a rather dreary version of Butskellism in Britain, diluted further by efforts to devolve central government authority on Quebec and the provinces generally. It could awkwardly have been called Trudroneyism, in deference to Pierre Trudeau and Brian Mulroney, who together governed for all but a few months from 1968 to 1993- Trudeau set out to defeat the separatists of Quebec by deploying the federal treasury to give tangible proof of the value of federalism to Quebec. He inundated Quebec with massive public works programs and other transfers of money, under the general rubric of regional economic equality. In furtherance of this objective he caused Canada to become the first country in the history of the world to entrench regional economic equality in the constitution as a raison d'etre for the country's existence. He asserted that only the federal government could achieve this mission and set out to buy Quebec's affections for federalism, racking up huge deficits in pursuit of the insane notion that resources could be moved to people instead of the other way around. Though Brian Mulroney was elected to reverse the profligacy of the Trudeau Liberals and end what was widely perceived as fiscal favoritism to Quebec, he did nothing of the kind. Trudeau's addiction to deficitary pump-priming and inter-regional money transfers was maintained and compounded by a Faustian bargain between the Mulroney federal government'and the Quebec nationalists. Mulroney made two prolonged attempts to deliver virtually sovereign powers to the provinces, since, as Trudeau claimed, he was afraid to seem to confer such powers on Quebec alone. Canada was already one of the most decentralized countries in the world, with provincial control of property, civil rights, education, most social programs except unemployment insurance, most labor and cultural matters and virtually all natural resources. To this Mulroney proposed to add immigration, telecommunications, the composition of the federal senate and supreme court and, ultimately, the central bank. Taxation and most other fields would continue to be contested under the concurrent federal- provincial jurisdictions. Canada would decentralize more rapidly than the most ambitious Euro- integrationists envisioned Europe unifying. This trend reached its most disruptive stage in early 1989, when Quebec invoked an escape clause in Trudeau's constitution of 1982 and legislated that all external commercial signs must be in French only. Even a blackboard explanation of a restaurant's daily special, if bilingual, attracted the attention of Quebec's so-called language police when displayed on the pavement in front of the restaurant. This repressive treatment of the language of over 70 percent of Canadians and of the annual fiscal benefactors of Quebec to the extent of six to eight billion dollars shattered Mulroney's electoral coalition. He had overcome substantial unpopularity in his first term by focusing his reelection efforts overwhelmingly on free trade with the United States, which half the population favored but both opposition parties, faithful to the usual Canadian nationalists' widess fear of the United States, opposed. Following Quebec's outrageous language law, the traditional conservative constituency of Mulroney's party in English Canada revolted and flocked in droves to the Reform Party. This movement, derided at first as a risible catchment of Western yokels and rednecks, advocated a rollback of social programs, dismantling of most of the transfer payment system, draconian deficit reduction, and an end to jurisdictional concessions to Quebec. When Mulroney failed to achieve his constitutional devolution to the provinces, his Quebec caucus started to desert him, drifting to the separatist Bloc Quebecois. His second attempt at constitutional devolution led to the referendum of October 1992, in which all three established federal parties and all 10 provincial governments advocated an affirmative vote. Mulroney described a negative vote as an act of "treason" and 54 percent of Canadians finally and sensibly repudiated the entire political leadership class and voted 'No'. Mulroney did the honorable, as well as the expedient, thing and withdrew, handing his party over to Ms.Kim Campbell, a trendy, faddish, feminist left-wing Tory. She ran one of the most incompetent election campaigns in the history of any serious jurisdiction, and her party and the venerable socialist party, still rejoicing in the misnomer of New Democrats, were exterminated as official parties. The Reformers and Bloc Quebecois, which are both free trade parties, each took almost one-fifth of the country's MPs. The New Democrats were reduced to six percent of the vote, a quarter of their usual total. The Liberals had moved somewhat to the right of Trudeau and probably of Ms. Campbell too and achieved a majority with 41 percent of the fragmented electorate, and one one last try for traditional Canadian federalism. If they succeed, it will be by abandoning protectionist posturing, governing intelligendy from the centre and selling federalism on its obvious merits and not on shady side deals with the regions. If the Liberals fail, they will share the not undeserved fate of the other two traditional parties, since the three together are responsible for the present shambles of Canadian public life. In that event, Quebec will secede and English Canada will make a more satisfactory arrangement with the United States than it has ever had 'with its French-speaking compatriots. GETTING REAL COSY T.C. and Woody were among the 200 pets to have their photos with Santa, Nov. 20 at Aldergrove Buckerfield's. The Brittany spaniels are owned by Dave and Lloy Ann Dickinson of Birch Bark Kennels. There were about 130 locals who brought in everything from llamas to ferrets to Belgian horses for the annual free photo sitting. -Murray Sasynluk photo. Tyabji strikes out at KELOWNA - Okanagan East MLA Judi Tyabji has denounced an environmental award given to Be. premier Mike Harcourt by a U.S. organization as a reward in advance for approving fresh water exports. "It's ironic in the extreme to be giving some kind of environmental award to a premier who is going to be Harcourt award presiding over massive water diversions," Tyabji said. The independent MLA, who was previously environment critic for the opposition B.C. Liberals, said Harcourt's New Democratic government would be introducing laws in the next session of the legislature permitting fresh water exports to the U.S. * HIYACHI BREAD MAKER $328<"> * A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT * Admiral DELIVERS &iVT\G$ Admiral EASY CLEAN RANGE $699 Admiral LARGE CAPACITY WASHER $498 Admiral LARGE CAPACITY DRYER Admiral 18cu.ft FRIDGE $328 Admiral UNDER COUNTER DISHWASHER special $378 HITACHI 28" STEREO TV SET WITH Samsonite' OIT AITTV * ^ P"11™3" *9°- (with wheels) "UAU1 x • 26" Piiltaan $80. (with wheels) TRAVEL • 24" Pullman $75. (with wheels) LUGGAGE '20" Carry on %(/). All kinds of Handi-Totes & Bags * 3 yr Warranty on workmanship & materials SPACE SAVER CABINET * TV & VCR shelf * Storage Doors 'Only 29" Wide SALE PRICE *168 (Components not Included) Admiral DISHWASHER PKONE 853-4401 FAX 853-4430 twmtm ACr/OAf (§J &»%£ ofMiotyUd {§§ 25S*MonlroMAv«. 100% locally Owned and Operated WE ACCEPT MASTERCARD VISA & AMERICAN EXPRESS .4 TH£ ALQt^RGRQVE, ffiAfl. DECEMBER fo 1993 We don't 'owe' immigrants a thing By CARL GRAME STEWART On Tuesday evening, in one of my rare moments I let down my guard and watched Prime Time on CBC. In part of the broadcast a Somali woman was interviewed and she said something very significant: "We are here to stay and Canadians must change their way of thinking." The key phrase here is Canadians must change their way of thinking. There is hardly a day goes by without some ethnic group who have sought safe haven in Canada voicing their dissatisfaction with the rules in this country. I respect the right of different groups to want to preserve their culture and beliefs, but it darn well should not be at the expense of someone else's culture and beliefs. When I was growing up there was a rather mundane cliche with • regard to behavior upon staying at the home of someone else or in another town or city. 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do'. The immigrants who came to this country many years ago didn't get the welfare cheques, the instant respect and care of their neighbors, or any of the perks immigrants get today. However, when people talk of immigrants everyone tends to get lumped together and painted with the same brush. By today's standards an immigrant is more like someone fleeing their country to get a free ride than leaving a homeland to make a better life. In the old days an immigrant came to this country and made the necessary adjustments to become a Canadian citizen. Today, these people come here with the full intention of changing what exists in Canada. There are many immigrants who have come to. this country and made huge contributions and I'm willing to bet they are not happy with the present immigration situation. We simply want our country back! When is a debt not a debt? From 1867 to 1940, the Dominion of Canada accumulated $4,029- billion in debt. That worked out to an average $288 per capita. Interest rates were low in those days, about 3.5 percent. The interest paid that last year was $139-million. Five years later, with a war behind us, the national debt had risen to $l5.7-billion. Now the average debt per capita was $936 and the interest paid was $409-million. Average interest rate was 2.6 percent. It took fifteen years to add another $5-billion, but by 1960, the dominion's gross debt was almost $21-billion. Debt per capita had dropped to $677, the lowest it had been since 1940 and the interest paid was $736-million. Better call that the good old days. It's been downhill ever since. When Mr. Trudeau came to power in 1968, another $10-billion had been added. The national debt was $31-billion. Five years later in 1974, it was $50-billion. In another five years (1979) it had doubled to $100-billion. In 1984, when Mr. Mulroney took over it had doubled again; it now stood at $244-billion. Perhaps the Tories can claim a little credit for slowing down the rate of increase: five years later, in 1989, it was $372-billion. At least it hadn't doubled as it had done in the previous five. Even so, in 1987 alone, more was added to the national debt in that one year than during the first 100 years of confederation. The last year for which Statistics Canada has figures is 1991-92. The national debt stood At $466-billion, better than $17,000 for every man, woman and child in Canada. Now we leam that we can add another $40-billion to that. Half a trillion dollars. There's one school of thought that says we don't have a problem because compared to our gross domestic product (our total worth, as it were) it's not too significant. In 1974, that argument might have held water. Even though the debt had reached a chilling (as it then seemed) $55-billion, that represented 'a mere' 18 percent of GDP. You be the judge as to whether that's significant. W0® Another school of thought says that if the government changed its accounting procedures, things wouldn't look so bad. (Example: when a business buys a piece of equipment, it acquires an asset and writes it off over a period of years while the government bears the whole cost in the year of purchase and doesnt depreciate it. If we just added up our assets, we'd see that we were actually okay). Perhaps. Meanwhile, though, all those bond holders still expect to be paid their interest and have their capital returned at the end of the term. Whatever accounting procedure you come up with, every dollar of the national debt is an obligation which must be either repaid or refinanced. As any mathematician can see, we are on an exponential curve. Where did we go wrong? It's easy - and valid - to charge the Canadian public with permitting politicians to bribe them with their own borrowed money. It is also true that government has a superior talent for wasting money. (Tales from the Tax Trough, published by the National Citizens' Coalition, provides some current horror stories. Write to Suite 907, 100 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 1S3 for a copy). While conceding both of the above, there is one other difference between the "good old days" and now. During the war, the Bank of Canada created much of Canada's money and did so at one half of one percent interest. As late as 1960, it still produced a quarter of it. Today, most of it is created by the chartered banks at prime-plus- whatever you signed up for. It would be easy (and perhaps helpful to some) to launch off into a discussion of just how it is done. Suffice it to say for now, that the difference in these two ways of creating money - from the point of view of the taxpayer - is comparable to the difference you would notice paying off your mortgage at one half of one percent, or what you happen to be paying at the moment. You'd be out of debt a lot quicker at half a percent would you not? Perhaps it's time to put the Bank of Canada back to work on this project. This has nothing to do with thai Government Recall nonsense does it? LETTERS TO THE EDITOR No respect for traditions? Editor, The Star, Sk, For decades the' armed forces have known and respected the Legion's rule of no head covering indoors. Although many think this request is passe and should be stopped, it continues. Aware of the bared head regulation one wonders why, especially on Memorial Day, a beribboned ex-serviceman and comrads would present themselves at a Legion. This action appears to be a deliberate effort to create a controversial incident. A similar problem happened about three years ago when a turbaned Sikh was not permitted to enter one of our Legions. This has nothing to do with the often mentioned discrimination. The uncovered head rule applied to men of all nationalities. Many were saddened that ' during our Memorial Day a knowing Sikh would go to a Legion creating such a problem. An unworthy action for a serviceman recognized and honored for his wartime service and bravery. Immigrants representing many nations have come to Canada seeking a better life, anxious to work and study to become Canadians, never challenging our Canadian ways. . • CORYNNE GOODMAN, Aldergrove Keep informed, keep watching Editor, The Star, Sir, Please allow me to convey my sincere thanks to all the citizens in the District of Matsqui who voted for me in the recent municipal election. It is very encouraging to see the support and the interest of the people in Matsqui's affairs, particularly at this time. Amalgamation vote in favour- has passed so it is up to us as individuals to keep in touch with our newly elected officials so we will be informed in one year's time when the next election is upon us. There will be some heavy decisions to be made so please keep informed and let your views be known. Thank-you again Aldergrove Star for allowing me this space and also thank-you to the citizens of Matsqui. MARGARET FOWLES-KOVACS, Aldergrove Vandals a blight on efforts Editor, The Star, Sir, This letter is to the idiot who decided to damage the Parkside field. We know what you look like and the taxpayers and parents will turn you in. The 4-wheel Letters invited The Aldergrove Star invites letters to the editor on topics of interest to the community. The let- ters-to-the-editor column is a chance for comment on what has been said in the paper. It is our readers' opportunity to respond to what newsmakers of the area have been saying. We especially encourage readers to write on topics of local interest, although letters which enlighten or stimulate thought are welcome. We ask that letters be free of libel and bear the name and address of the author. Submissions must include a written signature. We prefer letters to be typed and double spaced, and present the comment as clearly and briefly as possible. The editor reserves the right to condense or reject letters containing libel or of poor taste. drive ATV was very loud roaring around the streets as you were being dialed. You were also doing circles in front of Seven Heaven Market. As a parent and a taxpayer I was outraged to think someone would want to destroy something for children. The people of Aldergrove love their community and have waited many years to have Parkside field repaired and upgraded. How could someone be so thoughtless and reckless? This is the description: let's find this idiot and give him what he deserves. His machine is a 4 wheel ATV, dark coloured. The suit, helmet, boots and gloves match, they are black, red and white. The helmet has a visor on the front. He himself is of a smaller frame, and has a mustache. If you know of this person, turn him in to the Langley RCMP. Let's make this his last mistake. Let's let him know Aldergrove won't stand for this. We are a quiet community which loves our children. CONCERNED ALDERGROVIAN. Reform accused of hypocrisy on rebates VICTORIA - The Reform Party of Canada will be holding on to nearly $2-million in election rebates despite a party policy condemning them. The rebates are worth 50 percent of election expenses to candidates, winners or losers, who receive at least 15 percent of the votes cast. Executive director Gordon Shaw said the party would let eligible Reform candidates accept the money. "We are opposed to it but we do not want to place our members at an unfair disadvantage. As long as that's the way the law is, we will do as the other parties do," said Shaw. But the other parties did not condemn the rebate, a spokesman for a B.C. taxpayer watchdog group said. Troy Lanigan, coordinator of the Canadian Taxpayers Association, a group which monitors government waste, said the Reformers would be no better than the other parties if it took the money.. "I don't like the word 'hypocrisy' but that is the word for people who say one thing and do another," said Lanigan. He added that one of the major issues that emerged in the election campaign was the cynicism of voters about the promises of members of parliament. "In the next 90 days the Reformers can take a very clear stand. Actions speak louder than words," he said. The Reform party condemned the rebates in a brief to the parliamentary Electoral Reform Commission in 1991- In the same brief the party also attacked a second rebate paid directly to political parties worth 22.5 percent of thek general election expenses and the federal tax credit for political contributions. • Shaw said thee party did not believe taxpayers should be required to finance political parties. He also said Reform had spent over $1-million and could get back $300,000 of that from the government. The 52 Reform MPs alone could get another $1.56-miIlion while losers in the party could save the taxpayers several hundred thousand dollars more by refusing the rebates. So far, no one has done that. -.,.,- -U^&i^^^ik;■•<■■* ;.^>;iW^^^4^^-^^J^J%^^^:c^^ i ■, A-.-K^iW ^^mmvMr-.**^ ■ ■ '^^kJ-^Mk^J^iM^M^^k^i 11M f rig- /fjoefrfftf dve gtAre4>Et^flt&^-fi?fo METROTOWN N. VANCOUVER PARK & TILFORD NORTH DELTA WHITE ROCK PT. COQUITLAM CHILLIWACK MAPLE RIDGE Burnaby Pemberton Plaza North Vancouver Scbttsdale Mall 152nd Street Prairie Avenue Salish Plaza 207th Street PINE TREE RICHMOND LANGLEY SURREY LADNER Coquitlam Ackroyd Road Fraser Highway King George Hwy. 48th Avenue CLEARBROOK South Fraser Way MISSION SQUAMISH Lougheed Hwy. Pemberton Avenue MAPLE RIDGE Lougheed Hwy. —■~ -.**#■■ ORVB^ THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 Thieves clean out local couple Earth fails the intelligence test of all time LONDON - Is there life on Earth? Or anywhere else for that matter? Even if the galaxy was filled with Star Trek-like alien ships, they might be unable to recognize us. An experiment using photographs of the earth taken three years ago by NASA's Galileo spacecraft from a mere 600 miles found not a single indication of the existence of intelligent life - a result that seems amazing in the light of our ever-growing technology. "If that spacecraft had been sent by a group of alien scientists from another planet, nothing in these pictures would prove to them that this world was the abode of intelligent creatures," said Dr. W.Reid Thomson, of Cornell Universky, co-author of a paper in a recent issue of Nature magazine. "All they show is white clouds, the blue of the oceans, and the brown outlines of South America and Australia. "Neither cities nor agricultural fields can be identified as artificial objects, since their rectangular shapes are undetectable. The spacecraft might see the glint of sunlight from satellites and large aircraft, and it might observe aircraft con-trails. But the 'conservatives' among the alien scientists - in any scientific debate there are always 'conservatives' and 'radicals' - could all too plausibly insist that these phenomena were merely cosmic rays striking their own detectors." But what if the spacecraft photographed the planet at night (which Galileo did not)? "I think they could explain the lights of cities as natural fires or lowly phosphorescent organisms with whom it would not be worth communicating. "Since our languages would be unintelligible to them, and perhaps not even recognizable as languages, they might even mistake our radio and television signals for natural radio activity. "Similarly, the oxygen in our atmosphere might be-considered, not as supportive of life, but as poisonous to it." The moral is that we should not be too hasty to conclude that other planets and moons in the solar system, of which more than 60 have been surveyed by spacecraft from earth, were necessarily lifeless. "When looking at other planets close-up, one should always examine that extra bit of data, even if the exercise might at first sight seem poindess. "For example, Saturn's giant moon Titan, which has a rich methane atmosphere, may well contain the building blocks of life." The Nature team were 'radicals' who believe that the Milky Way galaxy contains perhaps millions of advanced civilizations. But a scientist of the rival 'conservative' school, Dr. Richard Teske, of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, argued in the Quarterly Journal of the Royal Astronomical Society that these must be extremely rare in the galaxy. Teske said, "The earth is the only planet in our solar system that is highly active geologically. Having valuable metals close to the surface and easily minable gives us our high technology. If our precious metals were buried deeper, as is the case with the planet Mercury, then we would not have advanced much beyond the 18th century." This would explain the surprising negative findings last month of professor Paul Horowitz of Harvard who failed to detect any intelligent radio signals from any planet within 25 lightyears of earth. Ominously for the radicals, this region of 65,000 cubic lightyears around the earth contains no less than 12 stars that are similar to the sun. If sun-like stars cannot produce advanced civilizations in their orbits, what other stars will? So what makes the earth unique? Last month, scientists at the Bureau des Longitudes in Paris produced a surprising answer. They found that the moon's gravitational field keeps the earth's climate stable by moderating its axial tilt. It must be highly unusual in the galaxy for an earth-sized planet to have so large a moon, and be at just the right distance from its parent star. ALDERGROVE - A local couple had everything stolen from their home last weekend while they were celebrating their third wedding anniversary out of town. Rick and Cynthia Goranson lost about $150,000 worth of goods in the November 20 breakin of their home here, as well as two of Rick's Bobcat excavators used in his business. House contents were Insured for $56,000, and one of the Bobcats was insured. The couple came home on Sunday evening, Nov. 21, to find the house totally cleaned out. PI6©flw®ir Adttw L1vMg ^U Heritage book-launching to host Zalm, first edition auction ALDERGROVE - The public is invited to the Alder Grove Heritage Society's launching of their book "The Place Between - Aldergrove and Communities." Guest speaker will be William Vander Zalm, former premier whose ties to this community date back to his youth in the Bradner area. The book launching will be held at the Aldergrove Mall, 3100 - 272 Street, at 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 14. Members of all levels of government, supporters of the Alder Grove Heritage Society, and the public are invited to attend. The leather-bound first copy of the book will be piped in by a Scottish piper, and will be sold by auction during the book launcing. Musical entertainment will be provided during the afternoon. Copies of "The Place Between" will be on sale at the launching for $55, GST included. Coffee and pie will be available throughout the afternoon. "I am looking forward to meeting you at the launching of "The Place Between," said John Jackman, book committee chairman. '^"N? Interior seizes job growth title VANCOUVER - Buoyant job growth across most of the province is offsetting falling employment in the lower mainland, says statistics Canada. Vancouver and its suburbs lost 11,000 jobs between October 1992 and last month, while the rest of the province gained 47,000 jobs over the year. "It's a breaking point. We (the lower mainland) have had almost continuous growth since 1987," said Joachim Knauf, district economist with Employment and Immigration Canada. ALDERGROVE - The Aldergrove Community Centre Society invites you to two upcoming events that will be co- sponsored with the Parks and Recreation Services Division. First up is a Youth Recreation Services Information Evening. In August 1993, the Township hired a youth programmer for the AldergroVe area, Jason Winslade. Jason comes to us from Coquitlam where he worked as an instructor, summer leader, and most recently, youth programmer. Jason has a business administration degree from SFU. Since August he has been working to get to know the local teens and community residents to determine what teens want to do for recreational activities and- how to involve the teens in planning for them. Jason would like to let the community know what activities are underway and planned for the future, as well as discuss any further ideas and concerns. On December 8 at 7 p.m., join the Society and the East Recreation staff at the Aldergrove Community Arena (Conference Room) where there will be an open meeting for community group, school, church and service club representatives to > discuss youth recreation services. This is your chance to share your thoughts. Refreshments will be provided and youth will be on hand to share thek experiences. Also coming up is the Breakfast With Santa. The Society is sponsoring its sixth annual Breakfast With Santa at the Community Centre on December 11, with the first sitting at 8:30 a.m., followed by the second sitting at 10:30 a.m. Join us for breakfast, fun and music. Tickets are available at the Community Centre (in person only). Under 12 free, 12 and over $1.75. Limited seating. Watch for your Winter "Leisure Guide" in the mail the last week of December. Line dancing, Tai Chi, adult volleyball, gymnastics, skating lessons, and much more will be offered. And if you are 50 or better, don't forget to pick up your Aldergrove Seniors Network newsletter at the Community Centre to find out all the activities that are being offered. On behalf of the Aldergrove Community Centre Society and the East Recreation staff, we would like to extend warm wishes to you and your family for a happy and healthy holiday season and new year. We look forward to a great 1994 together, promoting more avenues for "Active Living". thru your Aldergrove Community Arena mbru Special Events at the Community Centre OLDE FASHIONED CHRISTMAS The ice is transformed into a Winter Wonderland with lights, trees, figurines and fun activities. Bring the whole family to skate and help us decorate the trees (morning and afternoon sessions). On Wednesday afternoon the Langley Museum staff will help children create Victorian Christmas cards and traditional Christmas Wrap (Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult). Tuesday, Dec. 21 9:30 -11:30 am * Parents and Children 1:00 - 4:00 pm Publk Skating III;" 7:15 - 9:15 pm Publk Skating Wednesday, Dec. 22 9=30 -11:30 am 1:00 - 3=00 pm 1:00 - 4:00 pm 7:15 - 9:15 pm ' Parents and children Victorian Christmas Card Making Publk Skating Publk Skating PRESCHOOL BREAKFAST WITH SANTA December 11 Children 12 and under - Free, Children over 12 - $1.75 The Aldergrove Community Centre Society is again sponsoring this community event Join Santa for breakfast at 8:30 a.m. or "brunch" 10.30 a.m. Tickets must be picked up prior to event at the community Centre, available December 01,1993. SANTA'SPLAYHOUSE G - 5years) $1500 December 20 & 22 Make decorations, small gifts, wrapping paper, goodies and more. at $18.00 December 14 & 16 * Parents and Children Skate - For parents with Children 9 and under. Parents must accompany children. HOLIDAY SEASON PUBUC SKATING Keep the Holiday spirit going right through to the New Year. Everyone is welcome to these sessions: Monday, Thursday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, December 20, December 23, December 26, December 27, December 29, December 30, December 31, January 01, January 02, January 03, |2:30- 1:30 - 1:00- 1:30- 1:30- 1:30- 1:30- 1:30 - 1:00- 1:30- 2:00 pm 3:00 pm 2:30 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 2:30 pm 3:00 pm SWEETS AND TREATS Making and baking holiday favourites CHILDREN CHRISTMAS CHOCOLATE MAKING (9 - §j years) $18.00 December 15 Molding and dipping some simple recipes for the chocolate lover. $10.00 December 21 6-8 years and 9-10 years 5 we supply the plastic sticks. and pucks, Helmuts are required. 11 & 12 years - can use your own sticks, Helmuts are required. FUN HOCKEY (6 -12 years) Monday, December 20, 10:00 -11:00 am Thursday, December 23, 10:00 -11:00 am Friday, December 31, 12:30 - 1:30 pm Monday, January 03, 12:30 - 1:30 pm CHRISTMAS RUSH (6 -12 years) Christmas crafts, decorations, wrapping paper and baking. TEENS CHRISTMAS SHOPPING SPREE (13 -18 years) No Fee December 04 A trip to Vancouver to find the perfect gift CANUCKS VS JETS (13 -18 years) $28.00 December 17 Celebrate the last day of school with an outing to the game. TEEN SKATE (13 -18 years) A special night at the arena. $1.60 December 29 TEEN SKATE (13 -19 years) -»M, Wednesday, December 29, 9:30 -10:45 pm ^ © For more information call the East Recreation Office at 856-2899 Langley Township Parks and Recreation Services SENIORS '** SHERRY & SHORTBREAD $200 December 14 A special Christmas event for those in the community who are 50 or better. Join the members of the Aldergrove Seniors Network for a small glass, some shortbread cookies and some Christmas magic. Mr>foaW»tV^^»iWaWlU'^.«aJtAiftafet«*"1g^ ^'-MA^.--^^ THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 7 H gpper ettle if BREWING LTD. "The U-Brew 1 Place" Bottle^ t/l Price m WkWm 1 500 ii«o' 'Mny Brew of Beer 50 L taxes incl U-Brew on our Premises. me JCft , & foxes' "Brew" a Batch for Your Company Christmas Party - Still some time left. vm OVER 100 BEER : j RECIPES f m TO CHOOSE FROM APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BUT NOT NECESSARY | GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE to ^ngb *ase"%, to ey CO Way ^a er9roVe /popper j\ettle BREWING LTD. StiU time before , to brew four own A % beer.' W m Qopper r\ettle BREWING LTD. 26004 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove I 856-1280 I —— ., , ,1 —F .;Al ■ .-,•..<..._■ THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 Aldergrove Totem Chris Veale recovers a loose ball, after a Mountain player stumbled and fell. The Totems trounced Mountain Secondary 103-42, in their first game of the weekend tip-off tournament. - Tim Attwood photo. Ducks all tied up ALDERGROVE - The Clearbrook Yamaha Mighty Ducks played their fourth game of the year on Saturday and tied Dawson Brill 4-4. The well-played game had the Ducks fall behind 3-1 and the entke team worked hard to come back and tie the game. Tyson DeGianni had two goals for the Ducks with single goals by Jacob Harder and Greg Neufeld. Ryan Martin played well offensively creating several scoring chances. Greg Wismer played well in goal. The team would like to thank all those who participated in our Skate-A-Thon on November 23. It was a great success and special thanks to parents who were in attendance. The Clearbrook Yamaha Mighty Ducks next game is Dec. 11, 2:30 p.m. TWU volleyball men unbeatable LANGLEY - Once again TWU men's volleyball team increased their league record with two wins against the College of New Caledonia on Saturday, in a double match game day. The men's current record is 8-0, and the team so far looks unbeatable. Scores from the fkst match were 15-5, 15-5, and 15-11. The second match's scores were much the same at 15-6, 15-9, and 15-3. Key players included Bryan Penner who leads the team in "kill percentage" with his strong hitting. Justin VanHove and Jason Goode, both rookies, played strong games as well. Spartans hit road to Washington LANGLEY - The Lady Spartans headed down to Washington last weekend to play a crossover tournament with teams from Olympic College and Green River College. Playing Olympic first, the Spartans were able to keep the game close despite bad free throw and shooting percentages. Trinity lost by only nine points with a score of 44-53. Coach Kauffeldt found the team to be "mentally out of the game" and hoped for improvement in the second game. Green River College proved to be a formidable opponent forcing overtime to settle the game. The game proved to be very physical with a total of 63 fouls. Trinity won in overtime with a score of 86-82. Lead scorers were Debbie Meyer with 19 points, Lee Morgan with 15 points and 8 rebounds, and Jen Kreek with 14 points and 13 rebounds. The Spartan's league record is now 8-3. Congratulations to the newly elected Board of School Trustees W% from the Langley Teachers' Association. We look forward to working together! ^ VGS Bruins fight hard but fail to take Surrey ALDERGROVE - On Wednesday, November 24, once again the Aldergrove Valley Gravel Sales Atom 'A' Bruins were on home ice, this time to play Surrey's A-1 team. Even though the Aldergrove boys played hard, Surrey dominated the game. Mike Haber scored the Bruins' lone goal at 8:01 of the third, assists to Mike Roberts and Matt Roberts. Final score was Aldergrove 1 - Surrey 8. Monday, November 29 found the Bruins travelling to Semiahmoo. Semi opened the scoring at 9:30 of the first but it didn't take long for Aldergrove to reply. Matt R. put in the Bruins' fkst goal at 8:29, assist to Mike H. Darcy Benson put the Bruins ahead by one at 4:47, Marc Windle assisting. Semi was to score twice before the end of the period to take a one goal lead. The second period contained plenty of end to end action with both teams getting plenty of shots on net. Marc tied up the game at 4:48, assist to Mike R. Semi went ahead at 2:39 but thek lead was short lived as Matt Keith scored at 2:08, assist to Darcy. At 12:10 of the third Mike R. put the Bruins in the lead only to have Semi tie the score at 7:03. Semi then put two quick goals past a tked Josh Letkeman to win the game. Final score was Aldergrove 5, Semiahmoo 7, in a hard fought game. The Bruins are on home ice December 1 to take on South Delta's A-1 team. Bruins too hot for "Chilli" ALDERGROVE - Despite a quiet start by Allied Windows Bantam 'B' Bruins, on home ice Tuesday, November 23, they continued on their winning streak with a 2-1 victory over Chilliwack's Bantam 'B' team. T.O. Leakey goaltended a good game, and #17 Ken Pickering hammered in the first goal, assisted by #9 Nick Seguin. Then #6 Jason Ballantyne shot in the winning goal, with a nice pass from #18 Howard Richards. Each game is getting more exciting for fans, as the team hones their skills. These close contests sire really thrilling! Chicken orders will be filled on Saturday morning at Aldergrove Arena. Thanks again for your support! t SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4th 1:00 p.m. - BJ. Bleakney "The Wishing Well Show" N 2:00 p.m. I Santa returns by popular demand! | Have your picture taken with Santa | Support the "Angel Tree" by Jay's Ice Cream LDERGR0VE MALL 3100 -372 Street, Aldergrove 856-4650 Convenient downtown shopping. 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DECEMBER 2. 1993 Wmmm WSmzlmmmmSm D.W. Poppy forward Geoff Henshaw drives to the hoop, against a Walnut Grove player. The Redhawks snatched a 70-50 win from the Gators HIP 'Tlm Attwood photo. Hawks meet real Mr. Hyde By GEORGE GREATBANKS ALDERGROVE - The Aldergrove Hawks U-l6 Silver squad, sponsored by Allied Windows, were looking to build upon the foundation they laid during their thrilling win over Peace Arch on Nov. 6. They travelled to Coquitlam to face CYS Cobras, a team they had beaten handily a few weeks earlier, and were looking forward to another total team effort. The sparkle of last week, had coaches and players alike, believing they had truly arrived. The game started positively enough, with the Hawks penning the Cobras deep in their own zone during the first 10 minutes, but then the Cobras started to flex their muscle. They put a little pressure of their own on the Hawks, playing without the injured Nick Bieker who watched from the sidelines, and came close to opening the scoring a couple of times themselves. The Hawks were always dangerous on the counter attack, with their obvious superiority in team speed, and it was this devastating speed that opened up the square Cobra defense on 2 separate occasions, only to be let down by poor finishing. The Allied Windows Hawks midfield, so dominant last time out, looked very ordinary today and allowed the Cobras to control the middle of the park. Changes were made to try and counter this trend, but the Cobras wouldn't cooperate and continued to pressure the Hawks. Just before the half, Shaun Brown picked up a loose ball on the left and spotted Gary Mazur open on the far side of goal. He crossed the ball to Mazur who made no mistake with his finish, giving the Hawks a 1-0 halftime lead. The second half had all the ingredients of a bad "B" horror movie. The Hawks began to suffer from a malady that often haunts a sports team, they played down to the level of their opposition rather than maintaining the high standards they had set for themselves. Sloppy passing, unfinished checks, poor finishing and all the other game killing errors became the norm. They certainly had their chances to salt the game away, but allowed the Cobras to ring up two unanswered goals and "steal" the goodies from the cookie jar, as they ran out the eventual 2-1 winners. In a classic twist of fate, often seen on the movie screen, with the Hawks playing the role of the villain. The brilliant efforts of last weeks Dr. Jekyll were thwarted by the appearance of his bete noire, the dreaded Mr. Hyde. During the coming week you will find Dr. Jekyll busy in his laboratory, trying desperately to find a cure for this latest setback in his ongoing pursuit of excellence. The Allied Aluminum Hawks will have some noses pushed up against the window pane, trying to see if he is successful, ready and willing to take the antidote before next weeks game. That will be against the Guildford Thunderbirds, who visit Steele Park on Nov. 20, kick off is the customary 2:30 p.m. So come and see if the good doctor finds the cure, whatever the outcome, we guarantee it will be exciting. — —-. ^ AM-v .W:-..W: Ksirh-tt: !+<:>*&• ^M»M'*< 10 THE ALDERGROVE &FAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 PeeWee Bruins keep up mmmm ALDERGROVE - An eleven day lay over was not enough to cool the heels of the Hourglass PeeWee B Bruins as they hit the ice Thursday playing host to Burnaby B2 Thunders. The two teams were evenly matched with exciting, well set up and executed plays happening at both ends of the rink. Shots on goal were high for both the Bruins and the Thunders but neither Brad Nechvolodoff, in goal for Aldergrove, nor the Burnaby goalie was willing to concede a point until late in the first period. At 1.-40 Jason Philps, again skating out of goal to cover for an absent team mate, picks up a pass from Tyler Perkins and shoots the puck through the five- hole, second assist to Martin Nicola. Seconds later Martin is again in the action, as in another great passing play Ben Eldridge gets the puck to Scott Robinson, Scott passes up to Martin and Martin gets a shot away to the top corner - the time - 1:22. The second period was to remain scoreless as the Bruins defensive lines Nathan Gole with Tom Martin and Ben with Tyler kept the Burnaby Thunders at bay. But neither could the Bruins crack the defense of the Thunders. The third period sees Burnaby getting two back-to-back goals at 10:22 and 9:51 to tie the game at two apiece. Now both teams are pushing hard to move ahead. Jason does it once again for Aldergrove at 3:23 as he onetimes a pass from the point into the net, assists to Scott and Nathan. The Hourglass Bruins hold on to win the game 3-2. The Bruins have not fallen to another team- this past month and they finished the month in style as they hit the road to do battle with the Ridge Meadows boys. Jason Philps is back in goal for Aldergrove as they turn out with their full roster for the first time in over a month to give Ridge Meadows a thorough drubbing Saturday in Pitt Meadows. First to make the scoreboard at Country Charm in the Heart of the City DOWN PAYMENT FROM MONTHLY FROM 4995* *636 Includes: GST, PPT, LEGAL FEES, FIVE APPLIANCES AND DESIGNER BLINDS Priced from $ 99 ,900 1 BEDROOM, 2 BEDROOM, 2 BEDROOM & DEN UP TO 1526 SQ.FT. Willow creek "... Tbe perfect place to call home!" 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The Bruins continue to move the puck around the Ridge Meadows zone and it pays off as at 2:46 it pops out to Ben in position at the blue line to keep the puck on-side. Ben does better than that as his shot finds its way through to score, assists to Martin, Scott and Delayne. Going into the third period down 5-1 Ridge Meadows managed to rally to put the pressure on Aldergrove. In an overly long shift the defensive line of Tyler and Ben along with excellent goal tending by Jason proved to be impenetrable as they kept Ridge Meadows at bay. Jason finally managed to cover the puck allowing a line change and leaving it to Nathan and Tom to clear the puck from their end. The relief was welcomed by the Bruins as they were able to regroup and reorganize. Once again moving the puck with good positional game plan, the Bruins settle down to play the kind of hockey they are capable of and Ridge Meadows is left cold as at 5:51 Martin gets a shot to the corner, assisted by Tom and Scott, the fifth goal of the game for this line. The Bruins final goal comes as Dustin Goodman picks the puck up at the boards and passes to BJ Konschuh, BJ to Paul Daley, Paul holds the puck as the goalie goes down then backhands it over his pads at 3:23. The final score 7-1 for the Hourglass Bruins over Ridge Meadows. Hourglass PeeWee B Bruins scheduled league games: Thursday, Dec 2 - Mission B in Aldergrove; Monday, Dec. 6 - North Vancouver B2 at the Lonsdale Arena; Thursday, Dec. 9 - North Shore Winter Club B2 in Aldergrove. wm Josh Beaulieu out-skates two New Westminster Royals during last Tuesday's Midget AAA game. -Tim Attwood photo. Malaspina wins soundly LANGLEY - TWU played a strong team from Malaspina College on the weekend and were defeated soundly. Malaspina raced to a 42-24 half time lead with a strong second half from Billy Billman with 19 points. The Mariners were never to be challenged, winning the game 90-74 over Trinity. TWU had a balanced attack of James Buhlman with 14 points, Bruins take Ducks to tie ALDERGROVE - Dawson Brill Bruins' Ryan Veitch played an excellent game in goal, making many outstanding saves as the Bruins and the Mighty Ducks skated to a 4-4 tie. Todd Hagen led the Bruins with two goals, while single goals were scored by Ron Dietterle (3), and Eric McGovern (4). Kyle Barry (5) played a strong game on defence. The tie evened the Bruins' record at one win, one loss, one tie, so far this season. Mike Johnson with 14 points, Matt Phillipchalk and Ray Kwok with 10 points each. Spartan coach Tim Teer felt that Malaspina was "just too strong inside for us." 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Ale's on sale and coffee's free if you bring your own mug. Call 856-2400 for information. . Todd Brewer's also doing well with his Sunday night B.C. Exposed series at Langley's Freeworld club. That features 7 Deadlines unwelcome fact of life for movie makers B y ELAINE DUTKA HOLLYWOOD - art and commerce have always been on a collision course. And in an intensely competitive movie marketplace, the former is increasingly sacrificed for the latter. Two days after the cameras stopped roiling on Die Hard 2, recalls Renny Harlin, his director's cut was due. And, in only eight weeks, the $50-million vehicle on which 20th Century Fox had pinned its 1990 summer hopes, was supposed to hit the screens. "After the first preview, Barry Diller said to me 'There's a real good movie somewhere in there'," Harlin recalls, referring to the former Fox chairman. "I thought so too. It always haunted me that, with enough time to distance myself from the material and try different things, I could have done more. It's completely wrong that, in so many cases, the last part of the filmmaking process is robbed from the director because of the demands of the release schedule. This has become an artistic issue for many of us." With good reason, since last minute scheduling changes and the desire to milk the peak moviegoing seasons of summer and Christmas make curtailed post production periods a fact of Hollywood life. Add to this the high cost of interest payments on a $50- million film and the inability of studios to make pictures happen on cue as did the moguls of yore, and it's no wonder that so many filmmakers have been racing the clock - editing footage, mixing dialogue, adding music and special effects - in a time frame considerably tighter than the 20 to 25 week norm Warner's The Fugitive and Demolition Man went down to the wire and, to make its December 17 opening, The Pelican Brief had to make do with only 10 weeks of post- production. Disney's Tombstone is pressing hard to make its holiday release date as is its Sister Act 2. Paramount's Sliver, Indecent Proposal and The Firm were on short post- production periods since incoming studio chief Sherry Lansing needed the product fast. And Columbia - which spared no expense in rushing the ill-fated Last Action Hero to the screen - is \ now watching Walter Hill dart to the finish line with Geronimo: An American Legend. The clash between 'show' and 'business' was never so evident, says producer Bob Gale, as when his Back to the Future JI scrambled to fulfill commitments to toy makers and fasty-food oudets. "We had to tell the studio by a • certain date whether we would bee delivering the film at thee appointed time," he recalls. "If we couldn't, we'd blow off Pizza Hut. If we delivered, they'd be paying several million dollars for the chance to hand out ■ sunglasses, a movie is no longer. just a movie but a way of selling promotional tie-ins, cutting record deals, filling the talk show circuits. The good news is that art manages to thrive anyway." Short post-production periods affect not only the movies themselves, but marketing and publicity, as well. It's difficult to come up with movie trailers and an ad campaign solely on the basis of 'dailies'. And equally so - especially on low-profile films with no big stars - to secure press coverage if no film is available tor be shown. Though the studios acknowledge that the situation is far from ideal, their sympathy is often qualified. "In a perfect world, we'd all like regular schedules," says one high-powered executive. "No one likes a suicide mission in order to make a date. But directors never turn over a movie - you have to wrest it from them. Because their child is never really 'perfect', they don't want to let it out into the world. What's needed is a happy medium." Studios are becoming aware, however, that no one wins if the film doesn't work. Columbia gave Martin Scorsese and Mike Nichols additional time to get Tbe Age of Innocence and Wolf to their liking. Poor test screenings caused the studio to push back James L brooks' /'// Do Anything from holiday time to February. "People are realizing that if a picture is good, it doesn't matter when it is released - and that if it is not good, it also doesn't matter," a Paramount insider says. 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All I can say at this point is that in the 20 or so years I've known Saidman she's always been a good read, but in the meantime, Adams' record company, A&M Records has released a baker's dozen of Adams' biggest hits called So Far So Good. Starting off with his first top ten single, 1983's Straight From The Heart it travels through to the record-breaking (Everything I Do) I Do It For You and the new Please Forgive Me. It has been a breathtaking rise to the top for the tousle-haired kid. Back around 1980 I interviewed him at a Chilliwack nightclub shortly after he'd signed to the record deal. He was a modest, unassuming kid, barely out of his teens — as he says, "a guy that's just lucky to be there." But when he held his release Bryan Adams throws back to his early '80s beginnings for a new compilation of his greatest hits, past and present, called So Far So Good. 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At times charming, at others somewhat pedantic, it tells about two twin brothers, Hector and Virgil, who according to Richardson, actually exist. They're little tales of the brothers and their guests at the Gulf Islands bed and breakfast they operate, and all are eccentric enough, sometimes humourous enough, to entertain the reader. Richardson can use nice turns of words but he's no Steinbeck, and the lists of authors which are critiqued are tedious. After all, is someone who hasn't read Margaret Atwood likely to read Richardson? Still, it's a breezy read at 160 pages ($14.95, Douglas & Mclntyre). A coffeetable tribute that's a real lightweight is Triple-O, The White Spot Story. This might be, called a vanity effort, dashed off by Constance Brissenden to mark the chain's 65th anniversary and sold to the nostalgic at restaurants. Lots of pictures, little copy and none of it with any real meat in the 96 pages. I have no real memories of White Spot, although there's local interest' with Aldergrove's Kentucky Fried owner Vince Simpson in a photo with the Colonel on page 58. It'll take only an hour to read, but the photos may inspire nostalgia (about $20, Opus Productions). Two coffeetable books devoted to west coast nature and natives are outstanding photographic documents. Nisga'a, People of the Nass River is written by the Nisga'a Tribal Council, has incredible shots by Gary Fiegehen, and foreword by Thomas Berger and introduction, by Frank Calder. There's some irony here, too, as Jean Chretien in 1973 as minister of Indian Affairs announced that the government intended to settle land claims, and now as prime minister, may preside over the first settlement in Canada with the Nisga'a, who've steadfastly refused to assimilate. Their claim to 24,000 square kilometres in the Nass Valley is chronicled in the text, while Fiegehen spent a year shooting photos, of which 80 color shots are included, along with duo- tones and map. It's a great package in 144 pages ($60, Douglas & Mclntyre]). Another winner is British Columbia, A Wild and Fragile Beauty, photographed by Graham Osborne and featuring .introduction by Sun columnist Stephen Hume. Osborne, of White Rock, is a wildlife biologist and naturalist, and his photos have appeared in numerous leading publications. The photos are fabulous wilderness scenes captured by .the difficult and bulky, large format (4"x5" negatives) camera that Osborne packed across the province. The effort was worth it; you've probably never before seen photos of this quality — certainly it's never before been done in Canada. It comes alive in your hands, and its 144 pages include 81 color shots ana a map, along with notes on the locations. This is the pick of the lot ($45, Douglas & Mclntyre). Seniors Network gets "active" By ERNIE CLUETT ALDERGROVE - The November meeting of the Aldergrove Seniors Network was held on the 22nd of the month at 1:30 p.m. in the Kinsmen Community Center at 26700 - 29 Avenue. President Elsie Beggs was in the chair. The theme of the meeting was "We advocate the concept of Active Living." In the month of November the following activities were enjoyed: A talk and entertainment by Mart Kenney in person. Thirty- five members attended. A bus trip to the Surrey Arts Center to see the war play "Keep Smiling Through." It was a very enjoyable evening. A bus load of members travelled to the Coquitlam Dogwood Seniors Center as guests of the Coquitlam Seniors. A skating session was enjoyed, or so they said, by several of our members. A tour of the large and varied complex was given, followed by refreshment. It is amazing the changes that have taken place in Coquidam in the last fifty years. Most of the area then was thick bush and we grazed cattle on the land under the Port Mann Bridge. Today the swampy land is all filled in and is now covered by industrial concerns. The bush is now covered by housing complexes, shopping malls, cars and. people. Also the whole area is now covered by the delicate aroma of burnt gas and oil fumes. So Aldergrove can confidently expect in due time, a mass influx of these people who wish to discover what clean air smells like. Events for December include: December 13 - Christmas in Vancouver. A trip by bus to Stanley Park to ride the train and view the lights display, then oh to the Van Dusen Garden to see their display of lights. Tickets are $2. Sherry and shortbread at the Aldergrove Center on December 14, 1 to 3 p.m. Reservations required. Admission $2. and non- members $3. Phone 856-2899- "Introduction to computers" program at Shortreed School will start in January. This course will start you out, and your grandchildren will teach you all the rest. A community kitchen is also being planned. I am grateful to Lorraine Johnson who so ably took over the reporting of the meeting, as I was with Aldergrove Choral Group at that time helping to entertain at the Cottage Extended Care Home. If you play a musical instrument we would like to hear from you. Phone 856-8708. Doris says: Every man should get married. There are so many things in life that can go wrong that cannot be blamed on the government. Adams keeps his name on top From page 11... million. Another first. It's been quite a ride and the new compilation album gives you all the highlights. A new AIDS benefit album brings together 21 bands, from Soul Asylum to Sarah McLachlan to Matthew Sweet, called No Alternative on the Arista label. All previoulsy unreleased versions of originals and covers, it's a lengthy but enjoyable diversion from the mainstream. Soul Asylum's version of Marvin Gaye's Sexual Healing is a real highlight. Tom Waits interprets an operatic score on his new Black Rider album (Island Records), with the help of a small classically trained orchestra and street musicians from Germany, as well as a small American jazz combo. There's seven instrumentals, and Waits also co-wrote some of the songs with literary figure William Burroughs (Naked Lunch). Based on an old German story about making a deal with Satan, it's a dark, symbolic and comedic affair, with some modern impli- - cations and allusions. The touring show has hit most European centres and is currently playing New 'York Burroughs also figures prominently in the new Island album, Spare Ass Annie & Other Tales. His monologues are augmented with music from the Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy and Hal Wilner — a clamor of hiphop and industrial sounds. For those in a sardonic Christmas spirit there's A John Prine Christmas on Oh Boy/BMG Music label. Prine came back in a big way a couple years back with his Grammy Award winning The Missing Years album, featuring 14 great songs that I still play regularly. The new eight song album features a band version of two of those songs, Everything Is Cool and All The Best, as well as a live version of his duet with the Cowboy Junkies, If "You Were The Woman And I Were The Man. There's also Christmas fare such as Christmas In Prison, I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, Silver Bells and a- holiday message called A John Prine Christmas. The Missing Years is. still a better buy, but this is offered at a special price and as Prine said, "I wanted to put this out in July but I wanted to make sure everyone was home from their summer vacations." PU DAY ^ BINGO BINGO m / WALK-IN PROGRAM 7 DAYS A WEEK Sun. to Sat. Doors Open 11 a.m. Starts 11:30 - 6 p.m. Sat. & Sun. Doors Open 11:30 a.m. Starts 12 noon. • *•••••• LIGHTNING BINGO Sun - Thurs. 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. Doors Open 9:45 p m. • •*••••• Non-Smoking Section • Handicapped Service • Pull-Tabs"; • Extra Cushions • Six Programs • Padded Seats • Canteen Service EVERY NIGHT DOORS OPEN 5 p.m. Walk-ins 6:30 p.m. Regular Games 7 p.m. • • • '* * * * * LATE NIGHT BINGO DOORS OPEN 9:45 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 10 p.m. • 2 a.m. CHILDREN UNDER 1 not pr-RMirrtn Ar'TER ') P M 34252 Marshall Road, Abbotsford Support of your local charities. o a . O o O a 0 * o K -<§>- UNITED OPTICAL to 50% off AMJL "FRAMES CLEARBROOK TOWN SQUARE 859-7115 111 - 32500 South Fraser Way. Clearbrook (beside Safeway) i : , ±?tW m?Z?7XWWZFZmM*M£ZW^ : W- ^^KJplHrM^dkiv Ladies mark 30 years service to Legion branch with a big do THE ALDERGROVEJSTAR. DECEMBER 2, 1993 13 By JUNE WILLSON ALDERGROVE - A very well- attended dinner and dance was held at the Legion on November 27 to help the Ladies' Auxiliary, celebrate their 30th anniversary. The delicious dinner was catered by the branch members, giving the ladies a break from kitchen duties. After dinner, L.A. president Mildred Friesen and branch president Liz Avery cut the commemorative cake. Master of ceremonies Jennifer Epp introduced the charter members present: Muriel Cluett, Beatrice Dahl, Hilda Brown, Freda Staines and Cora Williams. , Zone Commander Beryl Martinot, the first lady from the Aldergrove branch to hold this position, wished the L.A. continued success in all their ventures. Liz Avery, in her capacity as a past-president of the L.A., gave a tribute to the charter members: Maggie Click, Julie Crawford, Hilda Brown, Freda Starnes, Margaret Sorenson, Edith Murrell, Beatrice Dahl, Cora Williams, Muriel Cluett, Abigail Dougherty, Joyce Williams, Winn Stephens, Daisy Speedie, Arley Macintosh and Dorothy McNernie. The L.A. was first organized by Maggie Click and Zone Commander Mrs. Lacey. In the early days, meetings were held in members' homes. Branch #15 Abbotsford presented the new organization with their gavel. In its turn, Aldergrove presented a new gavel to Vedder Crossing branch when it began. Over the years the Ladies Auxiliary undertook many projects to raise funds. They catered weddings, held smorgs, ran a flea market, held bazaars and bingos. They assisted with community programs such as the Langley Walk, Girl Guides, sports organizations, veterans at Shaughnessy, sponsored scholarships and donated books to schools. I In the past 30 years the L.A has donated approximately $150,000 to Branch 265- They purchased the dishwasher, glass washer, fridge, cooler fridge, freezer, stove, cupboards, a furnace, hot water tank, linoleum for the kitchen and the kitchen equipment for catering. Tables and chairs for the lounge were purchased, and the chairs have just been re-covered. A brief tribute was paid to each of the Ladies' Auxiliary past presidents: Maggie Click - organized the Aldergrove Ladies' Auxiliary and became its first president. Dorothy McNernie - bylaws secretary. Freda Starnes - was secretary/treasurer for many years, handling minutes, correspondence, and counting cash from the fundraising. Edith Murrell - reliable and devoted to selling lottery and raffle tickets at bingo. She was known as the "tea toddler", as she demanded her tea before starting her work. Marie Merriam - started the Friday family smorgs which were held once a month. Everyone danced to the live music after dinner, and the children were taken home at 9 p.m. Marie's sister Ina painted a mural on the wall where the entrance to the games room is now. Helen Drew - with her husband, Dick, purchased supplies from the wholesalers for all L.A. events, and considered it a day out. Verna Azyan - under her leadership the L.A. donated $10,000 to the branch in 1976 for the new Weldon Lounge. Linda MacKay was her right hand person. Marg Gervan - has been a Jill of all trades. She has been sergeant at arms, made sandwich plates for the Saturday night socials faithfully for many years, worked bingo on Tuesdays and Saturdays every week of the year for some time, worked the Poppy campaign and made coffee for branch meetings. During her term the dishwasher was purchased, and Dick Drew and Walter Hopkins installed it. Winn Thompson - spent many hours in the kitchen cooking breakfast on flea market day. Liz Avery - during her two years as president the L.A. donated $5,000 each year towards the branch property taxes, as the branch was in financial difficulty. She worked at bingo for many years. Jennifer Bernemann - revived the smorgs, catered many events, initiated the Memorial Books program for schools, worked bingos, and organized a Roaring '20s fashion show. Beryl Martinot - revised the bylaws, called bingo, and is now Fraser \&lley zone commander. Mildred Friesen - is the current president and makes herself available to as many commitees as possible. Some of the members, past and present, deserving recognition for their many, many hours of service are: Vi Edgar - bingo worker; designed the 30th anniversary pin. Nellie Nachbar - sold raffle tickets at Saturday night dances, carried the colours for many years. Elva Ruby - was Liz Avery's right hand; catering. Lillian Davidson - secretarial work; running the dishwasher at functions. Liz Heist - secretarial work; running the dishwasher at functions. Marion Norfolk - she has decorated the branch for many functions. Lena Carr - famous for her. home made soup and lemon pies. Daisy Speedie - washed many dishes by hand when the group catered. Dorothy Johnston - worked the bake table at the spring and fall bazaar. Peeled many potatoes for catering. Sheryl Isherwood - catering, bingo canteen, and November 11th. Marg Higginson - baked many of the cakes we raffled. Jean Greer - auditing books and doing financial reports. Kay Skolos - organized luncheons for Valleyview patients. Mary Wall - catering, meat pies for raffles. Ruth Smith - hours of cleanup after catering. Jean Buxton - for supplying Super Valu vouchers. Life Members are Mary Wall, Edith Murrell, Daisy Speedie, Lena Carr, Vi Edgar, Winn Thompson, Liz Heist, Alma Verrault, Kay Skolos, Marg Gervan, Marion Norfolk, Marie Merriam, and Liz Avery. After the ceremonies were concluded, a sing-song was enjoyed. Pianist Mr. Bruce played some of the well known songs of WWII. The dance floor was crowded all evening, as many enjoyed the music and good company. Thanks to the Aldergrove Ladies' Auxiliary for all their hard work over the years. Their support for the branch and the community is vital. Time again to think of less fortunate By MARTHA SIEMENS ALDERGROVE - It's that'time of year, the mad rush, jostling crowds, bells ringing, the commercial spiels. It's fine for those that have the money but there are those that have a very bleak outlook for the "holidays". At House of Treasures Thrift Shop, 27253 Fraser Hwy., there are many items of clothing free: sweaters, coats, baby clothes, dishes, shoes, also a wheelchair, baby crib, car rack, ski boots, books and chesterfield chair. If you are in need these are free to you or you may give a small donation which will be used in putting on the free Christmas and New Year's Dinner at Grannys' Homestead Restaurant. This will be the eighth year for the less fortunates, the lonely, the elderly, the single parent with children. If your Christmas will be lonely, let us know, please. Donations for this cause will be greatly appreciated, whether it's food, a gift or an envelope for the "money Xmas tree". At the thrift shop there's a storewide selection of bargains, most at half price, clearing before the year's end. House of Treasures will be open only Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the cold weather as we also have heating problems. We still have some high-top, new rubber boots at $1.50 a pair; a huge rug approx. 12 x 18 feet for $25- and a long fur coat for $35. Don't forget if you know of anyone needing some of the items mentioned for free please let them know. There's also free coffee on the days we are open. Bazaar, tea at Manor By MARGARET KOVACS ALDERGROVE - December 4 is the date for Jackman Manor Auxiliary's annual Christmas Bazaar and Tea. Our new executive under the direction of president Doreen Amyot, secretary Margaret Akeroyd and treasurer Muriel Cluett have been busy arranging last minute details. Elsie Beggs, president of the Seniors Network group in Aldergrove will be opening the tea. A few of our members have been very busy quilting more baby quilts; we would like to thank Doreen, Laura, Ethel and Pearl for their generous donation of time and talent. Helen Mufford, Muriel Cluett and Isabel Bell and Marie Callaghan have also been busy knitting for the bazaar, so we have numerous items for you to see and buy when you come to the tea. There will be door prizes and mini-raffles plus all the home- baking. Admission is by donation; please mark your calender, Dec. 4, at Jackman Manor, 27477 - 28 Avenue. Mildred Friesen and Liz Avery helped mark the 30th anniversary of the Aldergrove Legion's Ladies' Auxiliary, Nov. 27. -June wnison photo. Beaver set to close here LANGLEY - Citing continuing losses since its opening here three years ago, Beaver Lumber has announced that their Langley store will close in the new year. Twelve fulltime and 37 parttime workers will be laid off on Jan. 14. Owners, Molson Cos. 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CALL US NOW LANGLEY OFFICE: Suite 203, 20621 Logan Ave. Tel: 530-8319 VANCOUVER OFFICE: 3rd Floor, 1080 Hornby Street Tel: 682-3771 ^ ^— »W¥ - ; r- TTT MWA 14 THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 School to host first festival of the arts FORT LANGLEY - The Secondary Fine Arts students will be presenting a variety of performances in all fine arts areas at Langley Fine Arts School during the week of December 6 through December 10. They invite all families, friends, and neighbours of the school to come and celebrate in this Fine Arts Festival. Students in Visual Arts will be presenting their ceramics, painting, drawing and photography works throughout the week in the art rooms, front foyer and hallways. Students will be avail- able to demonstrate various techniques and discuss their work. The Drama Department will be presenting a series of one-act plays, nightly, in the Woodshop Theatre, starting at 6:30 p.m. The Music Department will be performing works by the Small Ensemble, the Concert Choir, the Junior Concert Band, the Junior Stage Band, the Senior Concert Band, the Vocal Jazz Groups and the Senior Stage Band, from Monday through Thursday at 6:30 p.m. each evening. The Dance Department will be presenting short performances danced and choreographed by students on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Admission is $2. per person per evening or $7. per person for the week. This will allow entry into the various performances. To guarantee a seat in the Wood- shop Theatre, you must first select which nights you wish to attend and then purchase the seats from the main office as they have very limited seating available. Tickets will also be available at the front door providing performances are not sold out. Hawks hunt their prey in Guildford's net By GEORGE GREATBANKS ALDERGROVE - The Aldergrove Hawks U-l6 Silver team, sponsored by Allied Windows, entered play on Nov. 20 wondering which team would show up. Two weeks ago it was a team of champs, but last week's team changed the spelling, inserting a "u" to replace the "a". To make matters worse, they would be without Cam Dickinson due to family commitments and Mark Howarth, who joined Nick Bieker, Garry Johnson and Tom Kettering among the ranks of the walking wounded. To compound their problems, their opponents were the league front runners, Guildford Thunderbirds, who six weeks ago downed the local boys 6-2 after spotting them a two goal lead. Putting last week's disappointing loss behind them, the Allied Windows Hawks were determined to reap their revenge on the Guildford squad. The Hawks' coaching staff had made mental notes about the devastating midfield and quick forwards on the Thunderbirds, also noting that they played a very square defense. They urged their players not to let Guildford's playmakers run rampant, while at the same time exploiting their defense with the Hawks' explosive speed. The Hawks made the Thunderbirds look quite ordinary in the early going with some constant pressure. That speed showed up in Alan Quadling, who used it to latch onto a through ball behind the defense, beating the keeper with a perfectly placed shot to the corner. A short time later, Quadling struck again, a carbon copy of his first and the Hawks were up by two. Now Guildford picked up the gauntlet, trying to get back into a game that threatened to slip away. From a corner kick, they crowded the six yard box, picking up a classic garbage goal, cutting the Allied Windows lead in two. Not to be outdone, the Hawks replied when Ryan Fatkin crossed the ball to Quadling, open on the right, he made no mistake for his and the Hawks' third. Then Guildford were awarded a controversial penalty kick for a push, which they netted to narrow the gap to one. The Hawks were up 3-2 at the half. With a pep talk still ringing in their ears, Guildford came out flying for the second half, penning the Hawks down for quite a spell, potting the equalizer and feeling they could again take the game from the Hawks, but the Allied Windows gang had other ideas. Far from being overawed, they countered with some pressure of their own. Shaun Brown, switched to centre midfield to help counter the Guildford threat, risked his body to block a Guildford clearing attempt, with the ball coming to Gary Mazur who let go a howitzer that the keeper is still looking for, restoring the Hawks lead. Quadling put the icing on the cake with what turned out to be the winner, fighting through a couple of checks before rolling the ball into the far corner of goal. Guildford weren't done yet, showing why they are the team to beat, they stormed back and made the game close with a goal that shouldn't have been. Sloppy defensive coverage left a player unmarked and the Hawks were punished for it. It was nail biting time now as Guildford pressed for the tying goal, but good defending and sterling work by the ever improving keeper, Richard Garside, preserved the Hawks slim lead and they ran out 5-4 winner?. A tremendous game to watch, full of excitement, hard tackling and sparkling soccer. Quadling proved he is one of the preeminent strikers in the league with his four goals. Mike Makara was a tower of strength at sweeper, risking life and limb to clear his lines. One one occasion, while heading a ball off the line, he took an elbow to the face, ending up flat on his back, bruised, dazed and wondering who was driving that truck. Brian Povey, continuing to impress, Craig Howarth and Mike Savolainen rounded out a back four that had their work cut out for them. David Williams had his best game in a while, stripping many a bigger opponent of the ball in midfield. As the old cliche' goes, this was a total team effort, the best of the Allied Windows Hawks season to date. After the game, manager Ed Mazur showed the players a plaque the team is presenting to their sponsor, Allied Windows, which carries a picture of the team and an acknowledgment of the sponsor's support. Ladies keep on winning By PAT PROZESKY ALDERGROVE - The November Whist Party at the OAP Hall last Thursday saw seven tables filled, and apparently it was Ladies' Night...no men won any of the prizes. First prize winners were Laura Rosenburg and Reta Clark, with second prizes going to Yvette Lacelles and Dorothy Siklenka. Wyn Akeroyd and Jeannette Robinson won the hidden score prizes. Everyone seemed to enjoy the evening and the opportunity to socialize as refreshments were served. No December Whist Party is scheduled. The next Whist Party will be January 27, 1994. Farming education events to come ABBOTSFORD - Fraser Valley farmers have a chance to refine their skills at upcoming workshops. Practical, hands-on training sessions will be held in coming weeks to teach a variety of skills, and farmers from all commodities are invited to attend. Practical Farm Bookkeeping is offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 7 and 8 at the King Training and Conference Centre at 28776 King Road, Abbotsford. This is a hands-on two day workshop in manual bookkeeping systems. It will help participants to tame their farm paper mess by getting rid of useless paper, setting up simple bookkeeping systems, managing financial papers and tracking GST. Practical Farm Bookkeeping will be taught by local farm advisors. It is funded by the Canada/B.C. Farm Management Program. The workshop costs $60. per farm management team. Participants should bring their own lunch. Space is limited and pre- registration is essential. For information and pre-registration call BC Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food at 795-8395. Farms involved in direct sales to consumers will not want to miss the B.C. Farm Direct Marketing - Agri-Tourism Workshop. This will be held December 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Quality Inn, 1881 Sumas Way, Abbotsford. This meeting will address on-farm roadside markets, developing a marketing strategy, organizing a farmer's market and linking agriculture and tourism in a region. Speakers include Dan Block, a marketing specialist and faculty member in agri-marketing at the California Polytechnic College of Agriculture. Dan was the top rated speaker at the past three North American Direct Farm Marketing Conferences. Gordon Beck of the Green Bluff Cherry Growers in Washington, Bob Cobbledick, with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food, and Bob Chorney with Farm Markets Ontario, will address topics including agri-tourism, on-farm markets and farmer's public markets. Registration is $35. person or z^Sfffarm (maximum four people). Lunch is not included, but will be available nearby. For further information or to pre-register, call your local BCMAFF office: Cloverdale 576- 5600, Abbotsford 852-5211 or Chilliwack 795-8395. Shaeleen Dykstra James Kellett Charmers take the prizes ALDERGROVE - The magic of a kid's smile was captured many times over during the Photogenic Baby Contest held recently at Aldergrove Mall. It was tough to choose the winners, but Michelle Crowley took the honor of Little Miss Aldergrove Mall with her grin. Parmvir Brar was selected as Little Master Aldergrove Mall, and Princess is Annie Jeanne Clark. In the newborn to six months category, first went to Bradley- James Slack, second to Lee Gaston and third to Tianna Ayer. Runners up included Kyla Nobbs, Alisha MacDougall, Curtis Noble-Garrett, Kathleen Essex, Brendan Abraham, Matthew Brandon Lee Kolarick and Brendan Southcombe. In the six to 18 month category, first went to Shaeleen Dykstra, second to Nathaniel Winter and third to Katy Knowlton. Runners up included Tiarra Heichert, Michelle Delaronde, Katrina Todd, KIrsten Lewis, Christy Lynn Quinton, Kelsey Lewis and Michael Uter. In the 18 to 36 month category, first went to James Kellett, second to Melissa Johnson, and third to Kelley Kuby. Runers up included Cassaundra Marno, Robert Marshall, Lisa Woykin, Jesse Gaston, Jordon Holliday, Darby Gropp and Jonathan Szekeres. In the three to five years category, runners up included Mark Schroeder, Teri Norfolk, Justin Holliday, Christopher Schroeder, Jessica Dorflinger, Troylena Norton and Christina McConnell. Bradley-James Slack Partnership moves closer to goal LANGLEY - Douglas Park Elementary School moved another step closer to becoming a full-fledged community school October 21 with the signing of a partnership with the Boys' and Girls' Clubs of Greater Vancouver. The school and the Langley and District Boys' and Girls' Club are already providing sports activities for pre-teens with floorhockey and indoor soccer nights in the school gym. "We also have a volunteer who is arranging to take a small group of kids to a free Canucks' hockey game," said George Colussi, east area manager for the Boys' and Girls' Clubs of Greater Vancouver. Douglas Park Elementary School is located in Langley city. "It's an area of apartments and townhouses, and families need an opportunity to interact in larger spaces and have programs that meet their needs," said principal Wendy Johnson. "We also have a high transiency rate, and we're hoping that by providing a lot of things for people to do, they will want to stay in the community." Michelle Crowley Hard hat tour sees new TWU Science Centre LANGLEY - Approximately 20 guests attended the first Trinity Western University Hard Hat Tour on November 18. Donning white hard hats, friends and alumni received a guided tour of the almost completed Anna and J.G. Neufeld Science Centre. "Guests were impressed by the new facility and felt that it will be a great benefit for the students and faculty," said Grace Bennett, capital campaign coordinator. Two additional tours are planned for the TWU Alumni Association executive and the corporate sector. The tour offered guests an overview of the building and the capital campaign progress thus far. They were also able to see the nursing lab completed, fully furnished and in use and the near completion of the state-of- the-art chemistry laboratories and lecture hall seating 156 people. The capital campaign is well underway, with the Phase I goal of $2.25-million reached and Phase II of the campaign now launched. Already, approximately $2.5-million has been received of the $32-million total. The new two storey 21,560 square foot building will be finished and ready for classes in January, 1994. *"^aaaaaaaai EfffIR THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 15 /iV TUNE Don Stewart brings the Nat King Cole music and times to Langley Playhouse in a locally-produced musical tribute that is earning praise from all who've seen it. Reservations are required as An Evening with Nat King Cole has been bringing in enthusiatic crowds. -David cooper photo Western Diversification takes new direction EDMONTON.^ Western Economic Diversification minister Lloyd Axworthy has announced major changes in the focus of the Western Diversification Program. A key aspect of the changes will be the identification of strategic initiatives in concert with industry associations, communities and the four western provinces. In addition, cooperative projects with business, labour, universities and other institutions will mean a better utilization of government resources and reflect the government's policy of pooling strengths and removing duplication in order to maximize investment by both the public and the private sectors in western Canada. Axworthy said that the Western Premiers' Conference had called for a national partnership in fiscal renewal and said that the new program was designed to achieve that goal - together with the fundamental objective of getting people back to work. This greater emphasis on regional cooperation could ultimately lead to increased economic cooperation between the various levels of government and will also be a major factor in the elimination of inter-provincial barriers. A recent report by the Calgary-based Canada West Foundation estimated that removal of these barriers could result in the creation of 28,000 new jobs across the four provinces. In addition, said Axworthy, economic and administrative cooperation would reap a dividend of more than $5- billion, $2.7-billion of which would be in annual fiscal returns, covering half the provinces' operating deficits. "The combined efforts and resources of government and other organizations will result in higher levels of return on investment through targeting of specific pan-western projects and activities in a coherent and cooperative economic development strategy. This will also ensure a strong future for western Canada within confederation," said Axworthy. "It is crucial to make the federal government more responsible to the needs of western Canada so that the region can fulfil its human and economic potential. The region's trade profile is distinct from that of the rest of Canada: we are the gateway to enormous international trade opportunities in the growing markets of the Pacific Rim, the Middle East and Eastern Europe, from which the whole country can benefit. The Pacific Rim alone accounts for more than a quarter of western Canadian trade - and there are still tremendous opportunities for expansion in that market." He emphasized the importance to western Canada's future of specific sectors such as value- added agricultural exports, the transportation sector, environmental industries, medical technology, higher education and apprenticeship and small and medium-sized industries which develop new products.He also said the development of regional capital investment pools would provide much-needed access to financing for western business. In addition to seeking out cooperative ventures, the department will focus its program of repayable financial assistance on independent small and medium-sized businesses, usually with less than fifty employees. These projects will be assessed on the basis of their contribution to the strategic diversification of the western Canadian economy. This focus will be in place at least until the consultations needed to implement the government's new Investment Fund Initiative are complete. "These businesses have provided about 85 per cent of new jobs in Canada," said Axworthy, "and this approach will ensure that there is a continuing access to the technologies, alliances and capital necessary for their continued growth." Multi-talents bring Nat sound alive in Langley By KURT LANGMANN LANGLEY - Some of the best and most familiar musicians of the west coast scene have collaborated to make An Evening with Nat King Cole an "unforgettable" experience. Currently playing at Langley Playhouse, this is not nostalgic, schmaltzy fluff, if that's what you fear ~ certainly there's little in the way of "plot" but the production is a hearfelt tribute to a period and style that continues to be alive. That was proven last year, when Nat's daughter, Natalie revived his big hit, Unforgettable, as "their" big "duet" hit. Again evident, when Aaron Neville breathed new life into Mona Lisa. And proven once more at the Langley Playhouse, when Kenny ■wayne tickles the grand's ivories and sings the Charlie Chaplin oldie, Smile. You have a right to be skeptical, as indeed I was: "A Nat King Cole revue in Langley? Sure ... A Stompin' Tom tribute, I could believe..." But once settled into my seat I was quickly enraptured by the magic coming from the traditional-style jazz quartet: bandleader and guitarist Andreas Schuld, pianist and singer Kenny Wayne, bassist Alexander 'A- Train' Boynton and drummer Peter Padden. It was heavenly (although the critic-fan in me wanted to see perhaps Frankie Rodgers doing a Stephane Grappelli style violin and Tom Keenlyside doing his best Ben ^Xfebster style saxophone -- I might never have come back down to earth). Then in walked Don Stewart as Nat, singing as he strolled down the aisle to take centre stage. Stewart doesn't really try to emulate Nat's looks -- and after all, Nat's sculpted wavy pompadour probably wouldn't suit Stewart ~ but that honeyed voice of his comes very close, especially on the ballads. Stewart had most recently been working as a tennis instructor, but has stage and singing experience to back him up as well as a good physique. Snow producers Horst Jassmann and Stuart Bruce Backerman said Stewart was a clear choice when they heard him sing and watched him move at auditions: "Things weren't looking too good at the auditions, we were pretty wor ried, but we put a couple calls to Toronto actors' equity associations and they put us on to Stewart," said Backerman. "And once we heard him we knew we had our man." Stewart has experience in various acappella, blues and top 40 bands in Canada and the U.S., and is currendy studying acting, voice and dance under Betty Kovac and the William Davis School. He's young but his first professional gig in this area shows he has a great future. The producers didn't have to go as far afield to track down Kendra Sprinkling, who plays the ditsy and energetic Betty Hutton. Sprinkling is well-known in Vancouver theatre circles for her "electric energy" in theatre roles, and as a singer she has performed with the best (B.B. King and Martha & The Vandellas). She bursts onto the Langley stage like a storm and livens up the action whenever things get a bit too reverent. Nat had more hits in his all-too- brief 46 years than anyone might have expected, and he became a staple of American radio and TV until his death of lung cancer in 1965. He said that he was blessed with an unending streak of lucky breaks, even including the incident with the drunk patron who demanded to hear Nat sing Sweet Lorraine one night in a bar. But for that request, the shy Nat might never have become known for more than being a piano stylist, and one who probably would never have gone beyond the lounge circuit. His name, along with Frank Sinatra's, became synonymous with the success of Capitol Records until the Beatles and Beach Boys inherited that mantle in the early to mid '60s. This production is a respectful 20-song tribute to the man, with enough spontaneity to allow the performers to throw in a request now and then from the audience (Ramblin' Rose was asked for by one dignitary during intermission) without missing a beat. Those who are too young to have any memory of the man will enjoy it just as much as the old Nat fans do. The Langley Playhouse is at 4307 - 200 Street, and reservations and information can be had by calling 530-9862. Dr. John Matheson, chief of diagnostic imaging at LMH, explains the benefits of the hospital's new CT scanner. Health Minister Paul Ramsey (at left) and Douglas McCallum, chair of Peace Arch hospital's board, helped dedicate the new equipment last week. Peace Arch will share the $800,000 scanner with LMH. -Tim Attwood photo. am— •m^ ■. -Mi^/W^'- — \-Hkh-A 16 THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 Timmy's Telethon "a good call" for all VANCOUVER - From 8 p.m., Saturday, December 4 right through to 5 p.m., Sunday, December 5 on CBC-TV and its affiliates, you can watch and pledge the 17th annual Timmy's Christmas Telethon, a major fund-raising event for the British Columbia Lions Society for :^q;:;;;^^ Children with Disabilities. Make a good call by dialling 669-1993 during the Telethon to «z$?»z!S«jgg' ■ *wj2w »»r ' ~<.~$w^ pledge your donation in support of our provinces' disabled ||§ii|i|lll H children. The year the performer line-up features the names of III Rita Coolidge, B.J. Thomas, I Xmas light-up ALDERGROVE - Christmas is coming up quickly and there's a lot of shopping and activities to ""'*-» I catch up with. But amid al the hubbub, families may want to slow down |1|| and take in the annual Candy j** Cane Lane display in town. The SIB^BII - r'Wilson family at 26549 - 28A Avenue have some 15,000 lights Parkside area residents said a man with an all-terrain vehicle is responsible for the weekend damage to plus decorations for the public's the new all-weather playing field, installed at some $300,000 cost to local taxpayers. Information on the enjoyment from Dec. 1 to Jan 3- suspect's (see letter to the editor, page 4) identity can be called to RCMP, 532-3200, or Langley township The event attracts many, and hall. 534-3211. -Kurt Langmann photo. visitors are asked to drop off donations to the Aldergrove Food Bank and Langley Memorial Hospital while there to take in the sights. Aldergrove's volunteer firefighters are also on hand to help the fundraising drive. Bleakney to charm kids and adults at show, and you can take it home Bobby Curtola, Norman Foote, Al Simmons and Laurie Thain, among many up and coming, new talents. Red Robinson hosts live from the Queen Elizabeth Theatre with an array of other talented personalities such as Kevin Evans, Stu Jeffries, Tom Lucas, Maria Larose and Scott Barratt, just to mention a few. This year's Timmy representative is seven-year-old Chris Roberts of Coquitlam. Chris. lives with his parents and two brothers, Danny who is six and three-year-old Scotty. When Chris is not attending grade one at Glen Elementary he is busy pursuing his interest in computers. Timmy's Christmas Telethon is proud to have Brandt Louie, president of H.Y. Louie as this year's Honorary Patron. Proceeds from Timmy's Christmas Telethon will help the British Columbia Lions Society for Children with Disabilities provide essential services to disabled children all over the province. These include Easter Seal Houses in Prince George and Vancouver; Easter Seal Buses, Easter Seal Camps in the Interior, on Vancouver Island and just north of Vancouver; Patient Care Grants and Child Development Centres in. Dawson Creek and the Fraser Valley. ALDERGROVE - Children's performer B.J. Bleakney brings his "Wishing Well" songs and art to the mall this Saturday, Dec. 4. Bleakney originally came to fame when he won a hometown competition at the age of 16, the 1983 Chilliwack Talent Contest, singing My Puppy And Me and Frogs, Worms and Guppies. He went on to become a PNE Talent Festival finalist, and that inspired him to pursue a career in music. In 1986 he wrote, recorded and sang the CNIB theme song, See It My Way. In the next year he was a finalist at the Write On '87 songwriters' contest, and then a winner of the Winner's Circle One songwriters' contest with Rainbow Country. That song about his hometown was reworked with a top Nashville hit writer for the Winner's Circle compilation album. However, it was this past August that Bleakney finally released his first kid's music album, Wishing Well, which features ten original songs and a package of 11 coloring posters that reflect the lyrics. Praised by those who've heard it, the cassette and posters have ben selling briskly for the enterprising young Bleakney. Bleakney said, "This is really an album for the whole family. The songs are produced so that even parents and grandparents enjoy the music, as it fits right in with country radio sounds we hear today. I've even added a special tune for moms and dads called Mommy... the whole family can relate to the story of a kid who's wrecked his new clothes. His outrageous excuses finally cause his mom to break down and smile, and that's all this kid really wanted." His 40 minute shows are sure to delight, and the cassette/ coloring poster packages will be on sale, too, so you can bring the smiles home with you. FRED0N GREENHOUSES 28912 Haverman Rd., Bradner (North of the freeway) OPEN NOW FOR POINSETTIA SALES 6" Red, White, Pink & Marble 12" Tricolors Open 7 days a week Retail & Wholesale 856-3558 ^sllppi^ Ottr streets are getting busier all the ^tple. A heroin dear on one corner. Cocaine or L.S.D. on ano||»er. There are more drug-related crimes on the Lower Mainland Jhan any »'^JL other kittd>|nia9t»'0]rte; ,/- out oT-0f&y^ffct calls-'';', recertt$<ijt*y Crime - \ Stoppers is■d&hr^ci^i ' m k\m Wfl to a drug.offe'rtcife; HI&* v%(i«^ biL % CML669-TIPS good news is that, thanks toi^Hjiublic phoning in anonymous tips, df||§ seizures and arrests have reached record numbers. Crime Stoppers is working +H in our city. If you have any information that can help, call the TIPS 9 line. And give us a ■TIPv traffic report that ' W really matters. yi^^^d^ii^^^^^'^-^i^ THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 XT. M I Valdy says he's never been happier Valdy "...unquestionably tbe most public performer in Canada today, and tbe most loved." - Macleans MATSQUI - Who has 12 albums, four of them gold, 19 singles, seven Juno nominations and two Juno awards, and has performed 4,000 concerts in his 21 years in music? If you answered Valdy, you're right. As Peter Gzowski said, Valdy has crossed Canada more often than Via Rail The Mission Folk Music Festival will present Valdy in concert Saturday, December 18 at 8 p.m. at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, corner of Tretheway and South Fraser Way. Entering his third decade as one of the top singer-songwriters in Canada, Valdy has blazed a musical trail that few artists can match. He's still popular enough to leave his home on Saltspring Island to perform 200 concerts a year. Valdy's musical style is in vogue these days. Acoustic, . rootsy music permeates the land, courtesy of such bands as the Waltons and the Skydiggers, who were children when Valdy was winning Junos and recording albums. Valdy is currently on tour in support of his new album, Heart at Work, his first since 1985. It is an easy listening combination of folk, pop and country, without departing too far from his background as a folk singer/songwriter. The first single, Double Solitaire, is a winner with audiences as it has climbed the charts steadily since its summer release. Says 'Valdy < .f his new album, "I'm finally al >le to express the different style > I've played over the years. I'm not displeased with what I've done in the past, but there wasn't a lot of variety there." Heart at Work is a full- bodied recording that shows off Valdy's mature mastery of driving country, from-the-heart ballads and even Tex-Mex spice. On this album, Valdy has enlisted the talents of some of the best producers in Canada: Bill Henderson, the Juno award winner for producer of the year, lead singer and guitarist with Canadian supergroup Chilliwack; and Bill Buckingham, who has CUSTOM MINI BUNDS GUARANTEED iff HRISTMAS DELIVERY OR YOUR BLINDS ARE FREE! Offer exclusive to WindowWear™ Custom Mini, Micro and Vertical Blinds. Order before Dec.4th. (Based on product availability) SAVE 55% OFF selected custom Mini blinds from our "WlNDOWWEAR Collection". CAUlfODAY TO BOOK A FREE INJtfOME CONSULTATION. % VERTICAL BLINDS OPE Choose from our entire selection of v^rrMWINDOWWEAR Vertical BBftds. 115%off TOPPERS Add a finishing touch to your windows in time for Christmas! 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Valdy has captured the hearts and ears of music fans from Europe and Scandinavia and throughout the United States to festivals and concert halls' across Canada. From a lilting ballad to a rocking tune, Valdy's special brand of music continues to earn him fans of all ages and from all walks of life. Advance tickets for the event are $15 for adults, $10 for children and are available at Mission and Abbotsford Pharma- save locations, and the festival office at 33223 - 1st Ave., Mission. Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $18 adults, $13 children. The doors open at 7:15 p.m. Advance tickets are recommended, as \aldy tends to sell out in this area. This concert is presented with the assistance of CFVR Radio 850. Call the Mission Folk Music Festival office at 826-5937 for more information. Holiday sale ALDERGROVE - A traditional Christmas in Aldergrove includes the Aldergrove Agricultural Association's annual craft and bake sale. This holiday event will be held in the Aldergrove Mall on Saturday, December 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The baked goods, which include Xmas cakes, cookies, puddings, pies and crafts for sale, are all home-made, so that special gift or treat you cannot find anywhere in town will be available here. Don't be disappointed, come early. This is one of the most popular sales of the Yuletide season. Dal tickets sell fast FORT LANGLEY - Don't miss your chance to dance to the Dal Richards Orchestra. Only a few days left to a Traditional Christmas Dinner-Dance with Dal Richards. The date is Thursday, December 9, at 6:30 p.m. at Cassie's on the River. Sponsored by the Fort Langley & District Chamber of Commerce, the event features draw prizes, door prizes, a silent auction and lots of wonderful dance music. Not. much time left; call 888-1477 as soon as possible to reserve. Seniors to meet Dec. 3 By MAUDIE MacPHERSON Can't write about shopping, that's been overworked, elections are out, so what is there to write about? Grey Cup, that's it. Personally I'm not an authority on football, but I do think even though Edmonton was the winner, Winnipeg played well enough to make the game exciting. It's good to see the Grey Cup in the West. At least the fans in Calgary had better weather than the previous weekend. Don't forget the monthly meeting of the OAP on Friday, Dec. 3 at 1:30 p.m. in the hall. There will be someone speaking for the Memorial Society. Anyone wanting tickets to the OAP dinner, Dec. 14 at the hall, contact Mary Sanderson or Charlie Delves. The Art Club are still showing their pictures in the Centre Mall. Only seven tables were filled for Whist on Thursday of last' week. There will not be a Whist Party in December, but come January we will be expecting a good crowd. Things are usually dull, after the holidays so if you are looking for something to do remember the last Thursday of January for Whist, 7:30 p.m. at the OAP hall. The Pot Luck was well attended last Sunday. Bingo followed the dinner and everyone seemed to enjoy the evening. From now on Christmas parties are the order of the day. So watch it, turkeys, your time is up. Wednesday Dance was small, only around thirty attended. 50- 50 went to Dorothy Selenka and Roger Dion. Spot dance was won by Dorothy Selenka and Helen Souther. The crowd was larger on Saturday, about 85 altogether. The door prize went to Charlie Milward and Sally Finch. 50-50 winners were Marguerite Charles, and Herb Cunningham and Francesco. Spot dance went to Mary Sanderson and Bill Dennis. Second spot was won by George Leckter and Evelyn Janis. Everyone wished Otto and Marian Schafer all the best on their fifty-second wedding anniversary. The Choral Group is busy from now on; engagements at Care Homes, Concert in aid of the Food Bank and the Christmas Carol Festival at the United Church and on it goes. Think about joining the Carpet Bowlers on Thursday afternoon. It's a time for fun and relaxation at this busy season. Did you hear about the two peanuts walking in the park? One was a salted. GIESBRECHTS CHRISTMAS TREE FARM Come & see our HUGE selection of QUALITY TREES! • PINE • DOUGLAS FIR •SPRUCE • GRAND FIR • NOBLE FIR • HOLLY • TREE STANDS • POTS FRESH CUT or LIVING OPEN TIUL 9 p.m. 7 DAYS A WEEK 5871 - 248TH ST., ALDERGROVE 18 THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 Handicaps no limit for young artist-photog h A seal frolics in one of Stephany Charles' photos, on display at the Vineyard Gallery. LANGLEY - Photography, pain-" ting and sculpture by local resident Stephany Charles will fill the gallery at Langley Vineyard Centre, 5708 Glover Road, during most of December. The victim of a major bone disease which has resulted in frequent surgery, hospitalization and on ten separate occasions being placed in body casts, Charles feels drawn to photography by the beauty of nature around her. "I can walk across the street to the gravel pit and find incredible beauty there", she says. "I feel that I'm honoring God when I can capture something in my art that draws people to the beauty of His creation." Charles' wildlife photographs placed third overall in the 1993 Brant Festival, an international event drawing thousands of competitors from Europe, Japan and North America. Last year she was second in the "Waterfowl Habitat" category. She has only exhibited her paintings on one prior occasion, in 1985, and has not previously shown any sculpture. People wishing to view her work may do so Saturday, December 18, between 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or else in conjunction with services at the Langley Vineyard. A four person exhibit, featuring the award-winning models of Warren Jones and photos of Carmen Tome ("Specialist of the Year 1993" according to the Professional Photographers of British Columbia), will finish Thursday, December 2. Langley Arts Council Until Dec. lit Fraser Valley Gilbert & Sullivan Society presents 'Aladdin,' a pantomime fairytale fantasy about a genie and a magic lamp. 7:30 p.m., Surrey Arts Centre Theatre, 88 Ave. & King George Hwy. 596-1515 for info. & tickets. Until Dec. 16> Fraser Valley Clay 93, exhibition of pottery by members of the Fraser Valley Potters Guild, at the Maple Ridge Art Gallery, 22520 - 116 Ave., Maple Ridge, Sun. 1:30-4 p.m., Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Until Dec. 18: 'An Evening With Nat King Cole,' presented by Jassmann Productions, Tues. through Sat. 8 p.m. Langley Playhouse. Tickets $12.50 Tues- Thurs., $15 Fri-Sat. Information, reservations 530-9862. Dec. 2: Langley Centennial Museum & NEC presents Made by Hand: The Pleasures of Making, Thurs. 7-9 p.m. Opening of an exhibit of a collection of contemporary craft objects expressing the creative process. Please RSVP if attending the opening. 888-3922. Dec.3,4,5,7,8,9,10,11: Douglas College Theatre & Stagecraft programme presents Les Belles Soeurs. 700 Royal Ave., New Westminster. 8 p.m. (2 p.m. on the 5th & 11th) $8 adults, . $5 students/seniors. Info 527-5488 Dec. 3,4: SPEBSQSA Gentlemen of Fortune (New Westminster Chapter) Christmas Show, Vincent Massey Theatre, New Westminster. Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m. Dec. 4: Allwalks Christmas Craft Fair, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. St. Andrews United Church Hall, 22165 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Maple Ridge. 463-3957. Dec. 4: Langley Field Naturalists outing to White Rock foreshore. Identify ducks & gulls in preparation for the Christmas bird count. Call 538-1676 for time, etc. Dec. 4: Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Train Station in Fort Langley. Join the Pastor and choir for a dramatic monologue and carols. Sat. 7 p.m. Santa will be on duty from 7:15- Also hot chocolate & roasted chestnuts. 888- 1477. Dec. 4: Horse and Buggy Rides will be available between 6- 9 p.m. in Fort Langley, and various, other times throughout December. 888-1477. Dec. 4: Fraser River Connection presents a Christmas Carol Cruise from New Westminster Quay along the Fraser River to Fort Langley. 525-4465. Dec. 5: Langley Centennial Museum & NEC, 9135 King St., Ft. . Langley, presents Pioneer Christmas, Sun., 1-4:30 p.m. Free family drop-in. Experience the magic of Christmas past and try simple pioneer toys, make old-time Christmas tree decorations and enjoy Christmas music. Santa will be there in the late afternoon with candy canes for the children. 888- 1477- Dec. 5: Langley Community Music School presents Res Recorder, Children's Concert with Karen Epp and C. Lee, Sun., 2:30 p.m. at South Langley Mennonite Brethren Church, 20098-22 Ave. Entrance by donation. 534-2848. Dec 6-10: Langley Fine Arts School, 9096 Trattle St., Ft. Langley, presents Winter Arts Festival, featuring plays, instrumental, vocal ensembles, art and dance. Call the school for the schedule. 888-3113- Dec. 7,8: Aldergrove United Church presents First Annual Christmas Carol Festival featuring the First Capital Chorus and younger choral groups, 2623- 272 St., Tues. & Wed., 7 p.m. Admission by freewill offering. 856-8675. Dec 9: Cassle's on the River in Ft. Langley presents A Traditional Christmas with Dal Richards Orchestra, Thurs., 6:30- 11:30 p.m. $30 tickets at Ft, Langley Chamber of Commerce, Sound of Music in Willowbrook Mall. 888-1477. Dec. 11: Langley Field Naturalists visits to bird feeders, prior to Christmas bird count. 531- 1774 for information. Dec. 11: Volya Ukrainian Dancers present Breakfast with Santa, in the Fort Langley Community Hall, 9167 Glover Rd., Sat. 9 a.m. $7 ticket includes breakfast, a child's loot bag and a photo with Santa. Tickets available at Infinity Photographies and the Village Antique Mall in Fort Langley. Info. 856-6800. Dec. 11, 12, 18, 19: Langley Centennial Museum & NEC, 9135 King St., Ft. Langley, presents Boutique Browsing, Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Browse through Fort Langley's boutiques & gift shops while your 6-12 year olds take part in "Critter's Christmas" or "Christmas Crafts", 11 a.m and 1:30 p.m $7. 888-3922. Dec 12: Langley Community Music School presents Christmas Orchestral Concert with the Maple Ridge Choral Society, Sun., 7:30 p.m. at South Langley Mennonite Brethren Church, 20098-22 Ave. Entrance by donation. 534-2848. Dec 12: Fort FestlvaL presents Family Christmas with Francis Xavier and His Family, Sun., 7-9 p.m. in the Fort Langley Community hall. Tickets: adults $5, seniors/students $3-50. 888-1759- "Tires make great Christmas gifts!" R&M TIRE 11 New and Used Tires — Quality Cars, Trucks and Campers — Brakes, Shocks and Front-end Service 26827 Fraser Highway 856-5011 HAGAR BLONDIE OKAY, THANKS, DUDLEY... I KNEW IT W&SNT SOINS TO 0E6OOO NEWS THAT WAS MY CCA... THE NEW TAXES ACE ABSOLUTELY SOINS TO WRECK ME.. THE WHOLE TROUBLE IS I'M IN JUST TOO HISH CP AN INCOME BRACKET... SEE WHAT I'VE SAVED YOU FROM, AND YET, WHAT THANKS DO I SET ?! SHOE SAY, ISN'T THAT QW STEALING SECOND PASE? BROOMHILDA THE^E DAV£ <*0MANVR)LK4 ARE cVHCBKHEO ABOUT MOOD iNNINUStf.. I, —:— ,-5,—7TT^Z£E!W*&W!$^^ J? Atoms Bruins keep to tie in second game ALDERGROVE - On Saturday, Nov. 27 the Hewitt & Company Atom B Bruins hosted the Chilliwack "A2" team. The game started off at a fairly fast pace and did not slow down For the whole exciting game. There were end to end rushes which produce some great goaltending as well as good defensive plays from both teams! With four minutes into the game Chilliwack managed to get onto the score board first. Four minutes later Kyle Olinek brought the puck out of his own end and after fighting off three defenders from Chilliwack was able to beat their goalie with a nice shot to tie the score up at one. The period continued to be a hard fought match, but with four and a half minutes to go Chilliwack pulled ahead when they got their second goal passed Jonathan Remple, who had been making some outstanding saves to keep the game close. The period ended this way. Chilliwack was able to get a quick goal, thirty seconds into the second period, which put them up by two. Our Bruins played harder then ever and this work paid off when half way through the period Chilliwack got a cross checking penalty. Eric Strandt got the puck at the point and took a shot into a crowd of players in front of the net. Danny Thomson was able to get a quick shot on the net and scored their second goal. Less than three minutes later . Chilliwack was able to get their two goal lead back when Aldergrove was short handed with a player in the penalty box. Again the Bruins had to dig down and come up with some extra pressure to apply to Chilliwack. This paid off a minute later when Aman Sivia passed the puck to Mark Cassibo who in turn got Aldergrove's third goal. The second period ended with the score four to three in favor of Chilliwack. The third period turned out to be a nail-biting fifteen minutes. The play went end to end and it was not until 7:14 of the period that there was a goal scored. Aman Sivia got his second assist of the game when he passed the puck to Danny Thomson who then tied the game up at four. This was Danny's second goal of game as well. The next seven minutes proved to be very exciting hockey. Both teams could smell a victory, but it was not until the final buzzer went that we would see who had won. The game ended in a tie which was Aldergrove's second tie in a row. Their previous game against South Delta had ended with a tie score but it was a cosdy game for the Bruins. At the start of the game, Russell McKinlay was taken into the boards where he broke his thumb. He will be out for at least four weeks while his thumb heals. We will miss you Russell! Jerseys a treat ALDERGROVE - Pac Can Pee \Cfee A's extend many thanks to David and Lynn Grant for the new and badly needed jerseys! Great game played by goalie Ryan Gates with only three Aldergrove players in front of him many times to hold us to a 3- 3 tie with Port Moody. Scoring for Pac Can were: Clifford Carlson from Mike Shipley and Kyle Grant; Brent Adams from Cliff and Mike; Kyle from Dean Arsene - shorthanded. Due to illness, Pac Can was missing four players, so did well to finish the game with a tie. !-*"i Lucy Dale brought her collection of hand-painted silk designer clothing to the Country Christmas, held Saturday at the new Seniors' Resource Centre. -Tim Attwood photo. McCarthy wins Salvationist award VANCOUVER - On Nov. 26, the Salvation Army presented the. prestigious Order of Distinguished Auxiliary Service to Grace McCarthy. This recognition is the highest award the army bestows on non-Salvationist persons world-wide who have rendered dedicated voluntary service to the Salvation Army. McCarthy has been an active member of The Vancouver Advisory Board for twenty years and was chair of the Salvation Army's Red Shield Appeal. She is assigned by the board to the Maywood Home, Vancouver, a residence for pregnant teenagers. Angler handles track best in final CLOVERDALE - Saturday's renewal of the B.C. Sire Stake for two year old colts and geldings turned out to be more of a test of endurance and fitness rather than talent as eight pacers slogged through a very deep and tiring track. At the finish line it was Red Star Angler with Andy Arsenault in the bike prevailing over Red Star Mikey and Jim Wiggins by half a length. Red Star Skippy who raced coupled as an entry with the winner finished third. The track condition was made very deep after the area was hit by a week of below freezing temperatures and then by a heavy rain late Friday night. The combination of the frost coming out of the track and the rain made it very tough for some of the front runners. The tiring track have contributed to the poor performance of the favourite Special Skills who set the early pace with no pressure but faded after the three quarter mark. Time for the mile was 2:12.4, slowest mile since the 2 year old colt and gelding Sire Stake was started in 1981. The win was the thkd from ten career starts for Red Star Angler and owner Robert Murphy's Red Star Stables. The Vereen sired colt has lifetime earnings of just under $20,000. Loose Lines: The win aboard Red Star Angler was only one of five on the Saturday card for driver Andy Arsenault. He also was in the bike for wins with Red Stars Wager (1st), Shy Edition (4th), Larry Levity (7th), and Back In A Flash (10th). The girls take the spotlight this coming weekend as the Sire Stake final for 2 year old fillies will be raced on Saturday while the Surrey Cup for 4 year old mares is Sunday's feature. Heading the Sire Stake field will be the Joan Landry owned and Bill Davis trained entry of Rich Lalanie and Bradner Marina. Rich Lalanie is undefeated in 6 career starts. She will get some stiff competition though from her stablemate in trying to keep her undefeated streak going. Sunday is Seniors' Day at Cloverdale as all patrons 60 and over will receive Free Admission, Free Program and a Free Coffee or Soft Drink. Racing continues Wed., and Fri., evenings parade, to the post is 6:50, Saturday and Sunday afternoons parade to the post 1:05. :.VJ*»W Dreams Can ome &u+#*\wg&y<*: The Aldergrove area is in urgent need of Big Sisters. A Big Sister spends a few hours each week offering friendship to a girl from a lone-parent family. "* ^™ True ■ nnwi .i *1 v For further information contact Big Brothers & Sisters of Langley at 530-5055 or call Big Brothers of Canada toll free at 1-800-263-9133. t THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 19 Curb births to save the world, scientists say If LONDON - Zero population growth "within the lifetime of our children" is the only way to save the planet from ecological disaster and widespread starvation, scientists claim. A population summit of more than 100 biologists, economists and mathematicians meeting in New Delhi warned the world's governments of the dangers of failing to act. Within a single lifetime, the planet's population has more than doubled to 5.5 billion and, even the most optimistic scenarios of lower birth rates predict a peak of 7.8 billion by the middle of the next century. "With each year's delay, the problems become more acute," said a 15-page statement. It warns of increasing deforestation, loss of species, pollution, loss of topsoil and shortages of food and water in many parts of the world. "We all feel the world is in a state of crisis," said Sir Francis Graham-Smith, joint organizer of the meeting. "It is getting desperate. Sooner or later, parts of the world will reach the point of no return." Sir Francis is a vice president of the Royal Society, one of four science academies which sponsored the meeting. The resolutions were endorsed by 57 of 83 invited scientific academies. The most important dissidents were the Pontifical Academy and the Irish Academy of Sciences, which adhered to the Roman Catholic abhorrence of contraception. Sir Francis said he was delighted with the support. "The academies have never even met before, let alone signed a single statement. "We started working on this a couple of years ago and (the scientific academies) just fell over themselves to support it. It was like trying to push open a door and seeing it fall off its hinges." The resolutions of the four-day meeting will be submitted to individual governments and a United Nations conference in Cairo next September aimed at adopting a 20-year population strategy. The statement said: "Let 1994 be remembered as the year when the people of the world decided to act together for the benefit of future generations." The final session of the conference was also marked by sharp criticism of the document JILL-OF-ALL-TRADES Will do any honest work. Pay according to Job offered or will barter NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL Phone: 856-5645 CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH "The Gospel as it is for men as they are" 2946 - 272 St., Aldergrove COUNSELLING AVAILABLE 856-8117 COME TO CALVARY Bob Vance, Pastor by the African Academy of Sciences, representing scientists from 25 countries. The African academy asked: "Why are population control targets being thrust for all countries when thousands of women in Africa suffer from infertility and thousands are killed there by civil war, famines and AIDS? "Yo u cannot preach population control when you need economic development." Funding for contraceptive research had declined to the point where there was concern about the number of scientists who continue research in the field. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE WORLD * 100 million acts of sexual intercourse will take place. * 910,000 conceptions will occur. * 150,000 abortions will be performed, killing 500 mothers as a result. NEW IN TOWN? LET US PUT OUT THE MAT FOR YOU! ■Al '&m %is warn If you are new to our community, call the welcome Wagon hostess. Remy-856-2711 (Answering service - 530-6009) Immonuel hiHuiwi Church t3272 - 272 St., Aldergrove 856-4710 Rev. Paul Phillips Weekday School Thurs., 7 pm Worship Service Sun., 10:30 am ALDERGROVE UNITED CHURCH Family Worship and Church School 2623 - 272 St. 10:30 a.m. Warm Welcome to all... Reverend Ken Dean 856-8675 ALDERGROVE SEVENTH-DAY Pastor Ken Wright invites you to worship with them each Saturday. Bible Study-9:30 am ADVENTIST Worship Service-11:00 am nw mnu 2e24S'2m Av8nue l^nUKdl 656-5830 a*. ■■■■■■p ™- ^^vAWb.^^^^w^U^^-:■l^.^^l^ ^^^■V.b^M Bffi 20 THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 ASK ANNABELLE Dear Annabelle, For several years now I have had a live-in boyfriend. (I'll call him John). John and I are not your average young couple, both of us are in our mid-fifties. When we started living together we went out a lot and had great fun. Everyone liked John and my children were happy for me because he looked after me so well. Well, in the last year we have drifted apart, mainly ' because John started thinking he was getting on and had been living a life style that wasn't healthy. So he started joining every diet and health fad clinic there was around. The coffee table was stacked with books about good, sensible eating and vitamin pills. Then he started going to the health food store for pills and creams that promised to make him a healthy man again. Let me say there was nothing wrong with John when we first got together, but now he is a walking skeleton of his former self. At every meal he sets out his bottles of pills and takes them one at a time while he is eating. There are 19 separate bottles so far but by next week there may be 20 or 30. This is driving me nuts and I don't know how long I can take it. What should I do? By the way, I have lost any feeling I ever had for him and he has simply become my boarder. Signed: Shirley. Dear Shirley, If you feel this way about John and he really has become your boarder, ask him to seek a new residence. You owe him nothing and if he is driving you nuts with his habits, he should either see a doctor or move out just for your peace of mind. • ♦ ♦ Dear Annabelle, Whilst visiting the countryside and my litde cabin in the woods I love to feed the birds. I have seen in my neighbour's yard his trees festooned with onion bags full of suet mixed with peanut butter and bird seed. I would like to try this but I have not been able to buy onion bags. The only ones I have located are filled with onions. My batman Corporal Golightly, has suggested we buy some filled and then use the empty bags for our bird feeding process. The problem here, you see, is that I am most allergic to onions and cannot take them in any form. In polite society this would be referred to as gas, don't you know? Do you think any of your readers would be willing to give me any onion bags, empty, of course, if you inquired in your splendid column? I thought of -using cheesecloth bags but I am also allergic to cheese! Yrs, Faithfully, Brig. Hugo (Huge) Wallop. Ret. Dear Huge, So nice to hear from you again and to know you are still in the land of the living, although by how much it's hard to say. Leave the bird feeding to your neighbour, I think that's the safest thing to do. Merry Christmas to yourself and Corp. Golightly. Supply and demand Those folks who seem to be so concerned about the high divorce rate apparently do not understand the law of supply and demand. There are more lawyers in this country than members of the clergy. -From Ann Landers Kwantlen College director of applied design and communications John Slattery presented the Langley Chamber of Commerce Scholarship to Langley resident and business administration student Jason Fuller. He was selected on the basis of demonstrated achievement in a business-related program and has a career goal of becoming a chartered accountant. Kwantlen scholarships go to local winners SURREY - Kwantlen College presented 92 scholarships and awards to 119 recipients at its recent scholarship and awards ceremony held at the Pacific Inn in White Rock. "We are all here to acknowledge the challenges and obstacles our students have overcome. We are also here to recognize the determination, dedication and perseverance they have shown as they earn their education," said college board chair Christopher Humble. "Tonight we are also gratefully acknowledging the contributions of the people in our Kwantlen communities. These awards are provided by many generous private citizens, community groups, organizations and corporations that value education and are prepared to show their support." The scholarships, awards and bursaries are given to students attending Kwantlen College in recognition of academic excellence and other criteria. "Trie pace of change is having a radical impact on our society," said college president Gerry Kilcup. "Opportunities abound for those who are best prepared to adapt to changing circumstances and who can view change as an opportunity. Therefore, it is important for college to work closely with the community, business and industry in •developing educational programs that will improve the abilities of our citizens to adapt quickly to change and take advantage of opportunities as they arise." Scholarship contributors include private citizens, community groups, organizations and corporations. The college also provides scholarships, including Entrance Sirdarships which are awarded to students in 27 senior high schools in the areas Kwanden serves - Langley, Richmond, White Rock, Surrey and Delta. The list of the Aldergrove, Langley, and Fort Langley award recipients includes: Woloschuk, Grant, Wallace and Ellen Mufford Memorial Award; Horton, Tanya, Langley Business and Professional Women's Club Award; Chalmers, Wendy, Ann Hass Memorial Bursary; Clarke, Valerie, Langley Business & Professional Women's Club; Fuller, Jason, Langley Chamber of Commerce Scholarship; Martin, Guy, Fraser Red Scholarship; McManus, Kim, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of B.C. Award; Nerheim, Manuela, Douglas B. Black Memorial Award; Olund, Michael, Kwantlen College Second Year Scholarship; Statia, Jocelyn Alena, Harvey Goodwyn Scholarship in Drafting; Veitch, Stephen, Kwantlen College Second "fear Scholarship; Wacher, Bernard, Laurence A. .Hope Award; Woolhether, MacKay, Edith McCrady Bursary. Just wait... Expect trouble as an inescapable part of life. And when it comes, repeat to yourself, This, too, shall pass.' Women turned into sex slaves VANCOUVER - The trial of Dr. James Tyhurst, an elderly psychiatrist accused of treating two female patients as sex slaves and whipping them if they failed to obey his commands, opened here recendy. Prosecutor Lauren MacKenzie said the evidence will show the 71-year-old Tyhurst, a former head of the University of B.C. psychiatry department, established a master-slave relationship with one patient from 1966 to 1976 , and with another patient from 1979 to 1988. FIRST AID TIPSI FEVER Normal body temperature is 98.6* F (37* C) • chldren under 6 yrs - place thermometer ' under armpit for 3 minutes »children over 6 yrs- place silver metal end of thermometer under tongue lor 3 - 4 minutes (Do not bite end of thermometer) To reduce high fever - sponge with warm water. Remove excess clothing and covers. Give liquids (water, diluted juice, or "Flat" soft drinks) note: Medical aid if fever cannot be reduced. Count FIRST AID / C.P.R. EDUCATIONAL SERVICES THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LANGLEY GtK K«C«.M.K.SK 1994 TOWNSHIP APPOINTMENTS TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Applications are invited from citizens interested in serving on the Township of Langley's Parks and Recreation Commission. The Commission provides advice to Council and the Parks and Recreation Services Division oh matters pertaining to the broad range of leisure interests including artistic, creative, cultural, social, intellectual, sports and physical recreation activities. Commissioners act on behalf of the public interest and endeavour to interpret the community's values and aspirations through effective two-way communication. The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, December 3, 1993. Appointments will be made by the Mayor and Council. Please forward resumes outlining your experience and qualifications to: Township of Langley Parks and Recreation Commission c/o Nominating Committee 4914-221 St. Langley, B.C. V3A 3Z8 47-2 Preston's WINTER SALE! 1992 ASTRO EXT VAN Fully loaded at SUPER LOW PRICE 4 used Astros available FROM $19,500 1993 OLDS ACHIEVA Factory demo, 2 dr. Limited Edition, high output motor, 5 spd. 1992 CHEV BEAUVILLE 1 TON 12 PASS. VAN Full load incl. front & rear air. REDUCED TO $22,900 1992CORSICAS Great savings, v-6, auto & air bags FROM $11,900 1992 FLEETWOOD 2 dr, fully loaded, incl. c.d. player SAVE $ $ $ 1992 LUMINA EURO 2 dr. coupe, very hard to get CALL FOR SPECIAL PRICE 1991 JIMMY 2 dr, fully loaded, 4.3 , V6, very clean NOW $18,900 1987-93 USED CADILLACS Great selection CALL NOW FOR BEST PRICE TRUCKS•TRUCKS•TRUCKS Over 25 Used Trucks Available For This Sale 1992 LUMINA PANEL VAN Very rare CALL FOR LOW, LOW PRICE 1987 CHRYSLER NEW Tf Very clean, local car, rORKER FIFTH AVENUE priced to sell $7,995 ONE OF THE BEST USED CAR SELECTIONS ON THE AUTO MELE £MLc SAKS ANB SEDVICE 19990 langley Bypass, ^j UANGLEY '.a* *f I '■ \ 534-4154 Dealer Licence No. 9307 +C. Long-time Otter Co-op member, Ernie Martin (right) was one of hundreds to receive patronage dividend cheques last week from general manager, Karl Kappenstein and director, Henk Gisler. -Kurt Langmann photo. UCFV to keep President Cups for another year m ABBOTSFORD - On Tuesday, Nov. 23, the UCFV Cascades hosted the Trinity Western Spartans in the second annual President's Cup games. The men's game opened with Spartan Dean McClelland (13 pts) hitting a three pointer, but the Cascades quickly retaliated with a nine point run. Cascade Dan McLeod was on fire, garnering 17 points in the first half, and 20 points for the game. Combined with high scorer Mark Wapples (22 pts) and Tim Battel (17 pts) the C's quickly ran off to a 55-30 half-time lead. But the story of the game had to be the C's defense. They simply shut-down Spartan star Marty Penninga (11 pts) and threw TWU off of their game. Cascade defensive hero Ron Tamis grabbed 11 rebounds, and 7'1" Kraig Tyfting recorded four rejections. Despite a Spartan uprising late in the game, the Cascades confidently held on, taking a comfortable 91-79 win. In the women's game the Cascades came out flat, and for the first half the Spartans and Cascades exchanged leads, with the TWU team ahead 28-27 at the half. The Spartans, led by Jen Kreek (13 pts) put in a strong defensive effort that seemed to rattle the usually composed UCFV squad. In the second half the Cascades pulled ahead under the leadership of point guard, Danielle Moe (17 pts), gaining momentum as the game wore on. Final score UCFV 70 - TWU 56. The President Cups will reside for another year in the trophy case at UCFV. TWU women increase record to 4-4 LANGLEY - In double matches against the College of New Caledonia last weekend Trinity Western's womens volleyball team came out on top, with solid play and excellent serving. Both Sonja Boschman and Linda Richman contributed some strong serving in the first match and continued to play well in the second match. During the first match, the offense played strongly, shutting down the offense of the CNC team. Trinity won three games with scores of 15-5,15-6,15-6. The following match was much the same story with Trinity again passing well and using some strong hitting to desecrate the CNC team. Once again CNC was unable to get any scoring going and Trinity won with scores of 15-1, 15-4, and 15-5. Key players in the second match were Sheri Voyt and Mel Thiessen, coming off the bench, as well as Marie Heinen. Women network for Xmas social ABBOTSFORD - The Abbotsford Valley Women's Network will be having their Christmas Social on Tuesday, December 14, 11:30 a.m. at the Woodshed Restaurant. Reservations are required for the luncheon. The total cost is $8. arid all women are welcome. For information and reservations, call Bente Hansen at 854-6959 or Connie Friesen at 852-2663. New exec to fight crime LANGLEY - RCMP welcome the new executive of the Langley Crime Prevention Society following elections during their annual general meeting, Tuesday, November 23, in Fort Langley. The new executive are: president Charlie Milazzo, vice president Don Slavens, secretary Aileen Holt, treasurer Linda Palmer, publicity director Marie- Andree Drapeau, and RCMP advisor Cpl. Rick Sproule. The society is a non-profit, organization formed two years ago to support crime prevention programs in our community. Anyone interested in learning more about the Langley Crime Prevention Society or joining, can do so by calling the Langley RCMP Crime Prevention Victim Services section at 532-3212. KOOTENAY LAKE PAINTIM^ m ^^jlgOVATIONS ^Interior - Exterior • Industrial - Commercial • ResidentiaP^Agricultural • F Jee^Estimates Phone: 856-2706 Walter Loos "Have Guns Will Travel" THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 J Professors claim NDP policy costs taxpayers $100-million VICTORIA - A study by three economics professors has concluded that a New Democratic government policy to raise construction wages is costing the taxpayers $100- million a year. The two-year-old 'fair wage' policy requires any construction company working on a provincial government contract worth more than $250,000 to pay its workers at least 88 percent of the building trades unions' rates. The policy will raise the cost of government projects by five percent, concludes the 200-page study by Simon Fraser University professors Steven Globerman and University of British Columbia economists W.T.Stanbury and Ilan Vertinsky. "Taxpayers are the unambiguous losers. They will pay higher taxes (about $100- million annually) to pay the increased price of provincial construction projects," the report said. Delta schoolworkers ' set to take strike vote DELTA - "Delta voters should be aware of the fact that the current school trustees are forcing a usually non-militant group of workers to consider serious job action," says CUPE national representative Gary Johnson. After nearly a vear of negotiations, bargaining talks have broken down between CUPI Local 1091, Delta school support workers and the schoolboard foi Delta school district no. 37. The union represents nearly 70( support staff. * Cut Trees 5 * Living Trees * Cut Your Own Trees specializing in: 0 Douglas Fir $& Grand Fir 3* Balsam *& Pine *& Blue Spruce $fc Norway Spruce $? Noble Fir WE ALSO HAVE: 0 Holly 0 Boughs $ Cones 0 Tree Stands We have the largest selection of Christmas trees in the Frasr Valley — 3' to 25' open daily: 9 am to 9 pm 59$T - 24? Stoeet r ANNUAL GENERAL f § MEETING FRASER VALLEY WEST CONSTITUENCY REFORM PARTY OF CANADA Date: December 9, 1993 Location: Aldergrove Legion Hall 26607 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove Time: 7:30 p.m. Agenda: 1. Address by Randy White M.P. for Fraser Valley West 2. President's Report 3. Treasurer's Report 4. Election of Officers for 1994 V PARTY OF CANADA -*>> 22 THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 - -^US^&iSW&i -'U. J^Ms-m,. -ilr .l^i'^^k^*^1^^*^''^- - >si$M YOUR VOICE Abbotsford artists spotlighted at Creative Fair By LARA BRODIE and LOIS BRONK Yeachl John and Leeza, on that afternoon talk show, declared that the average person will pack on about 7-10 pounds over the holiday season. But who ever said that us Aldergrovians were average? So share your advice with the world, what are your tips for staying in shape over the Christmas season? James Robinson, 11: Go swimming. Don Brogan: I stay active the whole time through, ski, bike, even in the snow, I do it all the time. I just don't stop all year round. Aaron Crowie: I work out on a regular basis, I go to the gym. Wesley Fast: Ski a lot and stay away from all those things that cause a lot of weight gain, sugar and stuff. Don't do that! Tracy Lewis: Rest and exercise and just enjoy the holidays and I try not to over-indulge. Caran Marsh, 10 and dad, John: Swimming... (and dad keeps in shape by...) taking her swimming, I go to. MATSQUI - From Dec. 2 to 5, Tradex hosts the 1993 Creative Craft Fair - the l6th annual summit of B.O's best artists and crafts people, including Abbotsford's own Carmell- Jullion, Robin Lihou, and Charlotte Freeman. Freeman, renowned for her heirloom lace collars and miniature crochet sugar starch Christmas decorations is joined by fellow Christmas craft makers Jullion and Lihou - whose fine hand-crafted Christmas angels are famous throughout the West. Jullion, Lihou, and Freemant along with over 100 artists from around the province, will be offering live demonstrations throughout the four-day event. Visitors to the 1993 Creative Craft Fair will find a broad range of techniques in every imaginable medium presented by some of the province's top artists. Featured artists compete in order to be selected for the event, ensuring the public will see only the best potters, jewelers, fine artists, carvers, glass artists, clothing designers, Native artists, and creators of Christmas ornaments, wreaths, candles, and decorations. Featuring'extraordinary Christmas crafts, foods and music, the 1993 Creative Craft Fair is the place to shop for truly one- of-a-kind Christmas gifts. Tickets are $3 for a single day admission and $4 for a return event pass that includes daily shopping spree contests and free return admission. Children under 12 are free. Show times are Thursday, Dec. 2, and Friday Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 4, and Sunday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tradex, located at the Abbotsford Airport Is accessible from Exit #83 off Highway #1, or from Mt. Lehman Road off the Fraser Highway. Bearcats coming on strong By GEORGE GREATBANKS ALDERGROVE - This season, all teams playing "Under 11" or older, must travel instead of competing in club sponsored "House" leagues. Aldergrove's Bradner Bearcats is one of these teams, competing in a strong U- 13 Red division along with other teams from Aldergrove, Abbotsford and Chilliwack. With only six players returning from the team that won it all in league and cup play last season, the Bearcats were a team of wanna-bes when the season started. They had no starting goalkeeper, little in the way of size and often looked like a group of novices as they struggled against the much bigger and seemingly better prepared teams from up the Valley. However, they continued to work hard in practice, getting to . know what the coach wanted from them, while learning about one anothers strengths and weaknesses. The problem of a starting keeper was solved when the coach's son, Andrew Greatbanks, expressed a desire to play that position. So, with a crash course from Dad, he stepped between the pipes five games ago and has gone from strength to strength. On defense they still have "Mr. Steady", Darren Hoogland, playing only his second season of organized soccer, but looking like an old vet. Joining him is the very dependable David Ezaki on the left, with Bryan Lampman on the right. Bryan is returning to soccer after several seasons away, he doesn't seem to have missed a beat. Rounding out this group is an ever improving Mark Langelaan, in his first season with the 'Cats. In midfield they have a group that includes the irrepressible Lucas Hanefeld, Robert Kabaroff who is a tireless worker, as well as Jared Collins, who is back after sitting out a year. It also includes Stephen Parchomchuk, who is loolcing better every week, the reliable Eric Nyvall, a Bearcats "old timer" and the class clown, Jeremy Schellenberg, who always comes to play. Up front they can platoon the pint-sized Joshua Howat, who makes up for his lack of physical size with a huge heart in this, his first season of organized soccer. Along with him are the team's Captain, Nathan Loewen, who possesses excellent Skills, as well as Reto Suter, also a first year 'Cat with deceptive speed. Finally, we have Tom Vanderhouk, who . always has a smile and who has the potential to be a lethal, striker if he works at his game. The Bearcats took just two points from their first seven games, with ties against South Aldergrove Stingrays and Abby Blasters. They recorded their first win on Nov. 13 against Aldergrove's North Otter Outlaws. It was a well earned victory with goals from Nathan Loewen, who opened the scoring, complemented by two markers from Jared Collins. Keeper Greatbanks surrendered his shutout late in the second half as the Bearcats ran out worthy 3-1 winners. On Nov. 20, the Bearcats took their one game winning streak into Rotary Park, against Abby Hammers. Despite what was probably their best displays of soccer this season, they were unlucky enough to lose 1-0 on a late penalty kick. All their hard work is beginning to pay off and the balance of their season will be a pleasant one if they continue their present rate of improvement. The team is supported by Team Mothers Karen Howat and Sandra Kabaroff, who with Jessica Hoogland and Erica Suter combining as the team's phone committee, do the bulk of the behind the scenes work. It is this camaraderie from players and parents alike which teams build on, so if the enthusiasm shown by all involved with the Bearcats is a true guideline, the team will be a force to be reckoned with down the road. Keep up the hard work fellas, and good things are bound to follow. .1 MiVS '*r;t^'.'l'"i!-n Bgg^^35?jffK|tfcllS^SSijj^SS^SSJPSW^PI^BrM~"'--™ "f^^ n:i -SEsSS5![uS35S.y^c ^tfore: m and we're getting ready at The Aldergrove "lllegitumus non carborundum" SlSS SHOP AT HOME November 25th December 9th & 16th are SPECIAL CHRISTMAS ISSUES Buy 3 ads & get the 4th FREE * Book your same size ad for December 9th, l6th & 23 rd and run again December 30th FREE *. The perfect issue for after Christmas Sale & New Year's Greetings! * No other Discounts or Considerations Apply Call Jennifer to book today - 856-8303 as space is limited >■•-' .■A=iikfc, - -r. -~^- -\^^m':'^r^^-^\!!J: THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2, 1993 23 856-8303 or 856-5212 Fax line DIRECTORY "W-»fta 1. Announcements 110. Anniversaries 120. Births 130. Cards ot Thanks 140. Community/Coming Events 160. Engagements . 170. In Memoriam 160. Meetings 2. Personals 210. Miscellaneous 230. Business Personals 3. Lost & Found 4. Legals 5. Service Directory 502. Alterations & Dressmaking 504. Beauty & Health 506. Blinds & Drapery 508. Bookkeeping/Accounting 510. Building/Construction 512. Bulldozing/Trucking 514. CarpetsCleanlng 516. Catering/Party Rentals 518. Computer Services 520. Concrete/Asphalt 522. Contractors 524. Electric.-! 526. Excavating & Drainage 528. Farm Services 530. Fencing 532. Financial Services 534. Flooring 536. Florists 538. Heat & Air Conditioning 540. Home Improvements 542. Landscaping 544. Legal Services 546. Locksmlthing 548. Machining/Metal Work 550. Masonry/Brickwork 552. Merchandise Rentals 554. Miscellaneous Services 556. Moving & Storage 558. Music/Art/Dancing 560. Office Services 562. Painting/Decorating 564. Paving 566. Photography 568. Plumbing 570. Pressure Washing 572. Refrigeration 574. Repairs - Miscellaneous 576. Roofing/Chimneys/Skylights 578. Rubbish Removal 580. Sand/Gravel/Topsoil/Manure 582. Security Alarm Systems 564. Septic Tanks 586. Stereo/TV Service 588. Stucco/Drywall 590. Tree Services 592. Upholstery/Furniture Refinishing 594. Welding 596. Well Drilling 6. Childcare/Daycare 620. Childcare Required 640. Childcare Services 660. Daycare Services 7. Business Opportunities 710. Business 730. Education 8. Employment 810. Jobs Available 820. Work Wanted 9. Travel/Vacation 10. Garage Sales i 856-8303 or 856-5212 Fax 11. Auctions 12. livestock 1210. Boarding 1220. Farrier Services 1230. Feed & Hay 1240. Hauling 1250. Lessons/Training 1260. Livestock - Sale/Lease 1270. Livestock-Wanted 1280. Miscellaneous Supplies 1290. Tack 13. Pets/Poultry 1310. Sale/Free 1320. Wanted 1330. Feed/Supplies 1350. Kernels/Pet Services 14. For Sale 1405. Antiques/Collectibles 1410. Appliances 1415. Arts & Crafts 1420. BooksColns/Stamps 1425. Building Supplies 1430. Bicycles 1435 Camera/Photography 1440. Clothing 1445. Computer Equipment 1450. Fuel 1455. Furniture 1460. Garden/Nursery Supplies 1463. Home Entertainment 1465. Meat/Dairy 1470. Miscellaneous 1475. Musical Instruments 1480. Produce 1465. Topsoil/Manure 1490. Sporting Goods 1495. Tools 15. Wanted 1530. Miscellaneous Wanted 1560. Swap 16. Rentals 1620. I HallsBanquet Rooms 1630. Hotels/Motels 1640. Office/Retail Space 1660. For Rent 1670. Room & Board 1680. Shared Accomodation 1690. Wanted to Rent 17. Real Estate 1710. Business Opportunities 1730. Condos/Townhouses 1750. Homes for Sale 1760. Mobile Homes 1765. M ortgages/Appraisal s V7Q, Property for Sale 1775. Property Management 1780. Property Wanted 18. Machinery/Equipment 19. Boats 20. Automotive 2010. Auto Parts/Supplies 2020. Auto Salvage/Scrap 2030. Auto Service/Towing 2040. Campers/Trailers 2050. Cars 2060. Motorcycles 2070. R.V.* 2080. Trucks 2090. Vans 1 ANNOUNCEMENTS 110 Anniversaries 120 Births Advertiser Agreement It Is agreed by any advertiser requsting space that liability ol the Central Fraser Valley Star ki event of failure to publish an advertisement or In event that errors occur In publishing of an advertisement, shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by incorrect Item only, and that there shall be no liability In any event beyond amount paid for such advertisement. No responsibility Is accepted by .the newspaper when copy Is not submitted or verified in writing. Phone your ad to: 856-8303 or Fax: 856-5212 Mai: Central Fraser Valley Star Publishing Ltd. 3089-272 Street, Aldergrove, B.C. V4W3R9 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES . per January 1,1992 Non-Subscribers Weekly rate: First 20 words - $3.25 minimum charge -13 cants per word for each additional word. Box Service $2.85 extra (plus G.S.T.) Subscribers are entitled to 15 words FREE each week for a non-business classified ad. Call the office for display advertising rates. Deadline for classified advertising: Monday, 5 p.m. Holiday weekends - Tuesday, 10 am. OFFICE HOURS 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday 130 Cards of Thanks 140 Community/ Coming Events Dec. 5 & 12, to raise funds for free Christmas dinner for the less f ortunates, breakfast at Granny's Homestead Restaurant, 27125 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove, will be $2.79. All prof- Its will go toward free dinner. 856-0622. 48-1 Trade Fair, Aldergrove United Church, SaL Dec. 4,10 am. - 6 p.m. Here's a way we can help each other. You/your business can display, take orders, sell, etc. We'll provide space and limited advertizing. For more Information call Marian Flodin at 856-6463 or Gay Harrigan at S33-SS84. Rent a 'table space' for $1. Rent a small table for $5., large table $10. First come, first served! Everyone welcome to apply. 48-1 Come to L.A. to Branch 265 Legion Xmas Smorg. Turkey & ham, Fri. Dec. 3,5:30 p.m Adults $6., children 12 & under $3. Come & enjoy all the goodies. 48-1 Jackman Manor Auxiliary Christmas Bazaar, Tea & bake sale, Dec. 4, 2 to 4 p.m. Admission by donation, 27477 - 28 Ave. Aldergrove- 47-2 Aldergrove Agricultural Association Yule- tide Bake & Craft Sale, homemade Christmas goodies & crafts,SaL Dec. 4 at Aldergrove Mall, 10 a m. to 4 p.m. 857-0688. 47-2 Silver Blades Adult Precision team meets every Friday morning at 9 am. at the Cloverdale Arena 531-8494. 11-tf Childbirth classes empowering parents to make choices for positive birth experiences. Small classes, personal attention. Starting Jan. 19, ongoing. Private classes & labour support available. Birth Resource Centre, Langley, 534-0650 or 856-7381. 02-tf B.C. Old Time Fiddlers Branch #5 Dance. First Friday every month, Sept. to June. Place: Fleetwood Community Hall, 8415 -160 St., Surrey. 8 pm -12 midnight. Admission $3.434- 4033 or 581-4924. 34tf Duplicate Bridge players: Come join us at the United Church, 5673 - 200 SL (south of Fraser Hwy.) every Wednesday, 12:30 p.m - 4 p.m. For further info phone Edith 530-9826. 38-tf YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. - Many exciting opportunities to work with teens are available with The Boys' and Girls' Club of Aldergrove. For more Information call Scott at 856-0191 5-tf Fraser Valley Chief & Petty Officers Association meets the 2nd Sunday of each month at 10 a.m at the Aldergrove Royal Canadian Legion Han. Any serving, retired, ex-chlef or Petty Officer and leading seamen (wartime) of any Commonwealth Navy is invited to attend any meeting. For more Information please contact Carl Hill 530-7385 or Dan Norgaard, 853-5326. 8-tf The Valley Therapeutic Equestrian Association needs VOLUNTEERS. For Information call 888-1262. 42-tf AUXILIARY TO UPPER FRASER VALLEY NEUROLOGICAL SOCIETY Needs Fundraising Volunteers 2-4 hours/month Proceeds go to Fraser Valley Child Development Centre 852-8637 or 826-2411 , OPPORTUNITIES KNOCK SO OPEN THE DOORI The Aldergrove Youth I.MP.A.C.T. Club is now offering the award-winning Opportunities Program which gives young people between the ages of 13 and 18 pre-employment and lifeskills training. For more information call SEAN, LISA or RICHARD at 856- 0191. Open your door to opportunities! 28-tf 1 ANNOUNCEMENTS Langley Legal Assistance Centra - Your Community Law Office located at #201 • 20189 - 56 Ave., Langley, 530-5811. Phone and enquire about your legal concerns. Free to low Income people. 51 -tf Fraser Valley Science of Mind meeting 7:30 Friendship House, 2478 McCallum Rd. 2nd& 4th Mondays of every month. Positive living concepts. All welcome. Eves. 862-4082, 854-1318. 4-tf ALDERGROVE FOOD BANK Please send donations to: 2623 - 272 St., Box 428 Aldergrove, B.C. V4W 2T9 160 Engagements 170 In Memoriam 180 Meetings The PROBUS club of Langley is a fellowship of retired & semi-retired men who appreciate & value opportunities to meet others in similar circumstances. Meetings are held on the 1 st Tuesday of the month at Best Western Motel (ABC Restaurant) on 264th St., Aldergrove. For info, call Rick Buck 534-3353.484 Aldergrove United Church, 2623 - 272 St., Youth groups meet 2nd Friday & 4th Sun- . day of each month, 6 p.m.at church, Christian Education Commitee, 2nd Thurs./month, Sanctuary Choir 9 am Sundays; Open Board meetings, 3rd Wed.; United Church Women, 4th Wed., 7:30 pm; Bible studies every Mon. 9:30 am. 41-tf T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). Join a new Aldergrove 9:15 Wed. morning group. Call 888-8011 for more details. 38-tf Living With Cancer meetings, 7:30 p.m., 1 st and 3rd Tuesdays ol each month at Langley Unit, 20471 Douglas Crescent. For information call: 533-1668. 05-tf Baha'i faith meets every Fri. evening, all welcome, for info caU Susan, 856-8263 42tf The Aldergrove Agricultural Association's monthly meetings 1 st Thursday of the month. 7:30 p.m. Aldergrove arena meeting room. 37-tf TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a nonprofit, non-commercial weight control organization helping men, women and teens to TAKE OFF POUNQS SENSIBLY and KEEP OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY. There are several Chapters in your immediate area. For information on a TOPS Chapter in your area - please call Barb at 531-3726. 03tf Evening Bridge Club meets weekly in the O.A.P. Hall oh 273rd SL Aldergrove, on Fridays, except the 2nd Friday of the month when the club plays on the Thursday before. Play is at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome al any level of skPtor age. Admission $1. 856-4562. 4-tf Emotions Anonymous. Serenity seekers. Thursday 730 p.m. 20550 Douglas Cres. Langley. Ken 530-4507. 13-tf Parent Connection: Self help support for parents of acting up teens. Meets weekly.For information on orientation-information session phone 588-5432. 36-tf Fraser Valley Science of Mind meetings with Rev. Lome McLean as speaker. Every Monday, 7:30 p.m. Friendship House, McCallum Rd., Abbotsford All welcome. Phone 856-5954. 19-tf The Special Needs Adoptive Parents Support Group meet the fourth Thursday of every month. 730 p.m. Come join us for information and emotional support. For further details caU Claudine at 852-8394. 48-tf KINETTE CLUB OF ALDERGROVE A service organization for women ages 21-45. Meetings held 3rd Wednesday of each month. Get involved in your community and have fun doing IL For more Info call Michele 856- 0606. We welcome new members. 39-tf 1 ANNOUNCEMENTS The Valley Fuchsia and Geranium Ckib meet the fourth Tuesday of every month at St. Andrews Church, 20955 Old Yale Road, Langley at 8 p.m. Speaker, growing tips, show bench, library, etc. For more information caU 583-3716. 10-tf Kinsmen Club of Aldergrove Is a service organization for young men ages 21-45. Meetings are held every second Tuesday. For more Information call Doug at 856-4437. We welcome new members 24-tf FAS/FAE Support Group: For parents of a child with fetal alcohol syndrome or effect Meet 1st & 3rd Thursday every month. 7:30-9:30 p.m Abbotsford. For more Info.-call 852-8394. 48-tf Emotions Anonymous It's Never Too Late To Laugh/Live. A 12-step program. People helping people. Come join us Tuesdays at Aldergrove United Church, 730 p.m. 2623 - 272 St., 856-8925. 24-tf The regular monthly meeting of the Fraser Valley Rock and Gem Club is held the second Friday of each month at 8 p.m in the O.AP. Hall, 273rd St. off Fraser Hwy., Aldergrove. visitors welcome. For info phone 853-2118 or 534-6996. 2-tf Langley Community Chorus mixed choir meets Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. at Brookswood Secondary School music room. More singers welcome. Ph. Stan at 533-1746. 06-tf We have re-grouped; a daytime support meeting Is being held for those suffering myalgic encephalomyelitis (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Epstein Barr Virus) every 1st & 3rd Monday of each month, 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Boundary Health Unit, 13674 Grosvenor Road, North Surrey. Everyone welcome. For more into, call Val 589-2214 or Janet 590-3526. 24-tf 2 PERSONALS 210 Miscellaneous Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, too tired to walk, stand or think, constant flu, fever, muscle pain, poor sleep and memory, headaches. 32 support groups in B.C. Call Doug 855-9431. 44tf Libra Transition Houseprovides temporary emergency accommodation for physically, emotionally, or sexually abused women and their children. Staff provide counselling, support. Information, and referrals to comrnunly resources. Day counselling available by appointment. For Information call 532-0010. Funded by Ministry of Social Services and community donations. 31-tf Parents Together: Self-help/support for parents troubled by the acting-up behaviour of their teenagers. Groups which meet weekly' offer support and problem solving Ideas for positive changes In the family. Free Introductory orientation/Information sessions. To register catt Parentline 588-5432. 23-tf For marriage counselling call Valley Counselling Services 853-9476 for Information or appointment. 8-tf Surrey Support Services for Women, one to one counseling/group sessions and pre-employment assistance. Office hours 8:30 am. • 430 p.m., phone no. 597-4741. No charge for services. 40-tf We are BIG on FRIENDSHIP and proud of our Big Brothers. However there are still 40 boys waiting. Call today and volunteer to be a friend - 530-5055. 7-tf Langley Family Services is a non-profit organization dedicated to "Helping Families Help Themselves". A variety of programs and services, such as counselling, groups and workshops. For Information contact 534- 7921. Offices are located at 5339 • 207 SL Langley. 22-tf Parents together: SeH help/support for parents troubled by the acting-up behavior of their teenagers. Groups can offer support and problem solving ideas for positive changes in the family. For information on free orientation -information session call the Parents Line 588-5432. 6-tf Is a relative or friend's drinking affecting you? TryAL-ANON. 856-3648,857-0647, 688-1716. 2tf >J2fn^T*^.*jL«i« afrfrVJ».«,«VV ^Plf^^^S^^^iP^ 2 PERSONALS 5 SERVICE DIRECTORY 5 SERVICE DIRECTORY Fraser Valley Pregnancy Centre Aldergrove. An unexpected pregnancy? We can help. Confidential free pregnancy test Open Moa Wed. Thurs. 11 am-8 pm. 856-9151. 7-tf POST ABORTION SYNDROME - Are you one 01 Its victims? Thereto hope and help. Trained counsellors will take your cal 24hours a day (604) 640-7171. ABORTION RECOVERY CANADA 24-tf LaLeche League of Aldergrove/Langley Mothers who wish to breastfeed their babies re . will find encouragement and Information at II j Aldergrove LaLeche meetings. 2nd Thurs- Li day of each month. 730 p.m. at Langley. Nursing babies welcome. For Inlormation cal Health Unit, 856-5000. 15-tf If you have a drinking problem cal Alcoholics Anonymous. 633-5584-857-0023. 2-tf A free pregnancy test. Results In 30 minutes. No appointment needed. Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri., 7 - 9 p.m. Every 2nd Saturday 10 -12:30 by appointment. #5 - 4404 - 200B St. (behind Royal Bank, Brookswood) Langley. 533-3736. 27995 49-tf 230 Business Personals CHECK IT OUT! Ladles - Businesses. Sound too good to be true? Our criminal court system allows offenders to serve time at home.. Dont take a chance. Individual background checks, resume verification, employment references cleared. For a complete confidential report, send Inlo on your subject and cheque or m.o. for $49.95 to C.W. Ent, Check It Out, Box 341, 205 Tranqulle Road, Kamloops, B.C. V2B.3G1. 110181 47-4 512 Bulldozing/Trucking 528 Farm Services Pregnant Teen Support Group offered by Langley Family Services. Free and confidential. Thursday 2- 4 p.m For more information phone 834-7921. 39-tf 3 LOST & FOUND LOST - 4-year-old Shepherd/Lab X answers to 'KING'. Vic. 232 SL & 48 Ave. evening of Saturday Nov. 13th. 530-5106 or 534-6786. 46-tf Share a moment... It will last a lifetime. Volunteer to be a BIG BROTHER. Call 530- 5055. 7-tf 4 LEGALS 5 SERVICE DIRECTORY 502 Alterations & Dressmaking 504 Beauty & Health 0l*m\ Heart & Stroke Foundation \J/ of B.C. & Yukon 7220 King George Hwy. Surrey, B.C. V3W SA5 Improving your odds against Canada's 01 killer A thoughtful way to remember is with an in Memoriam gift to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon. Please tend you/ donation to the above address, along with the name of > deceased, your name and address and u iame and address of the next of kin. We accept Vita and Mastercard. ■W$ 506 Blind8 & Drapery 508 Bookkeeping/ Accounting 5.0 Building/Construction PETERSEN CONSTRUCTION Scandinavian Quality Construction Over 20 Years experience specializing in all phases of construction. No job too big or smell. References and free estimates. 8SS-7S64 506 Blinds & Drapery 508 Bookkeeping/ Accounting 510 Building/Construction 512 Bulldozing/Trucking KARL DEGLAN BULLDOZING - •iantJ ctsaftng & Burning • Logging • Demoiffibn • Loading & Hauling • Land Leveling & Excavation CAT 08 • CAT 955 WIDE TRACK LOADERS KARL 856-5032 HITACHI HOES & DUMP TRUCKS -GARY 534-4674 DAN 530-4523 , R.T. BOBCAT & MINI EXCAVATOR Single Axle Dump Truck r^&Septic Fields & Drainage " . • Post Hole Auger g|^ • Fencing ^^ • Yard Clean-up iSnow Removal • Retaining Walls • Levelling & Back-IMImg Free Estimates RON TABIAN 856-0844 514 Carpets/Cleaning 516 Catering/Party Rentals 518 Computer Services 520 Concrete/Asphalt 522 Contractors HLTRHC COISIHRCTING LTD. • Barn Building • Renovations • Indoor Riding Arenas • Sundecks • Garages • Fencing • General Maintenance GIVE US A CALL - WE DO IT ALL! Warren Anderton- 856-8676 524 Electrical ELECTRICIAN - Government certified. All electrical jobs. Ceil John 852-1975. 48-tf 526 Excavating & Drainage Bobcat with excavator, snow removal, landscaping,- retaining walls, septic fields and drainage, concrete work. Reas. rates, pager #631-1808. 47-4 4 W. Tractor with backhoe & bucket, water drain, underground lines Free estimates. 856- 8240. 47-4 BEDARD EXCAVATING TOPSOIL FOR SALE a loading & leveling • light excavation a J.D. 350 track loader a backhoe service 856 - 7116 46-80840-tf K-MAC EXCAVATING John Deere 5-90 D Specializing in all types of excavating • Land clearing • Demolition • Ditching • Road building • Back mis Call anytime-Fred 856-7006 KRAUSE H8SST • Septic Fields • Sewer Hookups • Ditching & Drainage I . FREE ESTIMATES - no job too small Call Frank 856-1178 NORM MARTIN EXCAVATING 931C - Wldetrack & Backhoe with 4 - In - Bucket -Levelling • Excavating - Ught Clearing • Ditching 2085 - 272nd Street Aldergrove 856-0285 528 Farm Services 4 wheel drive tractor- Farm work-land clearing - landscaping - bulldozing - large or smal acreages • hobby farms-ploughing -roto-tiii- ing - seeding - blackberry removal - grass cutting • fencing • etc. Free estimates. 533- 4550. After hours -576-6230. "Serving the farming community for 30 years." 109864 29-tf T. PAYNE WS&f. • Backhoe • Rotovating * Field Mowing • Post Pounding & more TDM PAWE Cel: 290-7390 856-4570 Pager: 686-4197 530 Fencing 532 Financial Services 534 Flooring 536. Florists 638. Heat & Air Conditioning 540. Home Improvements Interior, exterior painting, wall papering, pressure washing. Workmanship guaranteed. Free estimates. Jerry 888-3707. 47-4 PAINTING, MINOR RENOVATIONS, decks. In-law suites, fencing, pruning, cutting & cleanup. Reasonable rates, prompt service, call Mike. 852-3394. 110175 46-26. Dynamic Renovations . Boarding * Taping -Spray Ceiling • Framing • Plumbing • Electrical . Profesaionel quality • Big or email Job Aldergrove • Langley • Abbotsford • Surrey 856-5612 542 Landscaping 544 Legal Services NEED LEGAL AID? Information & Referral 530-5811 J| 546 Locksmithing 548 Machining/Metal Work 550 Masonry/Brickwork 552 Merchandise. Rentals 554 Miscellaneous Services Wash trailers, clean windows, gutters, painting, reasonable rates, 856-3693. 46-4 Healthy senior with 112 ton for yard • garage cleanup - odd Jobs. 856-0387. 45-4 Count FIRST AOC.P.a -p/\, y EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Private in-home or business training available for groups of 10 or more. DianaKliawar __. __._ Inttudcr Rod Cross Certjfioatfon 030-2316 JOHN'S WINDOW CLEANING Specializing in store fronts and mobile homes. Discount for seniors. 856-3064 JILL-OF-ALL-TRADES Will do any honest work. Pay according to job offered or will barter NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL Phone: 856-5645 5 SERVICE DIRECTORY 562 Painting/Decorating KOOTENAY LAKE ——— PAINTING & RENOVATIONS • Interior - Exterior • Industrial - Commercial • Residential - Agricultural • Free Estimates Walter Loos 856-2706 OLD COUNTRY PAINTER * Interior & Exterior Painting * Renew Aluminum & Vinyl Exterior * Mobile Homes plus * Small Home renovations * Specializing in: Wall-Paper, Textured Ceilings, Dry-Wait Repairs FREE ESTIMATES QUALITY WORKMANSHIP ' ASK FOR JOHN 856-3631 240-6640 564 Paving 566 Photography PHOTOGRAPHER FOR HIRE FREE LANCE PHOTOGRAPHER Will take photographs of any event. Phone: SNAP 856-5645 568 Plumbing 570 Pressure Washing AL'S PRESSURE WASHING - Vinyl - aluminum • wood • concrete - stucco - gutters, eta Free estimates. Reasonable rates - 856-3247. 107368 44-tf 572 Refrigeration 574 Repairs/Miscellaneous FILTER QUEEN VACUUMS LIKE NEW! FULL PRICE $299.00 SEE AT BIG GARY'S VACUUM SYSTEMS 576 Roofing/Chimneys/ Skylights L.A. Flit "We cover B£." 856-5807 LTD • Tar & Gravel Specializing in Duroid & Shakes • Re-roofing Only • All Types of Roof Repairs SALL PURPOSE ROOFING All types of Roofing & Repairs i dave 856-5499 LIGHT TRACTOR WORK ROTOTILLING POST AUGER BRUSH CUTTING LOADING & LEVELLING $30/hr 856-5001 556 Moving & Storage 558 Music/Art/Dancing Piano teacheracceptlng new students. All ages, beginner to Royal Conservatory. Theresa . 856-1224. 48-4 560 Office Services 562 Painting/Decorating 578 Rubbish Removal .580 Sand/Gravel/Topsoil/ Manure DON FENTIE - "THE LITTLE HAULER" Sand, gravel, topsoil, mushroom manure. Reasonable rates • Local deliveries 856-8605 - for messages 856-8260 - home. 854-48S0 - cellular. 109435 27-tf SAND & GRAVEL Competitive Rates McFarlane Aggregates 850-5652 AIR QUALITY TIPS...LEFS CLEAR THE AIR Combine errands instead of using the car several times a day, plan trips to reduce vehicle use. §/ Greater Vancouver Regional District' D.J.HOCKIN DECORATING Reasonable Rates "20 Years Experience1' 856-9049 PAPER David PAINT PEBBLE'S SAND & GRAVEL AIITypes of Sand & Gravel Saturday Deliveries 857-0820 Mobile 250-7579 5 SERVICE DIRECTORY 582 Security/Alarm Systems 584 Septic Tanks 586 Stereo/TV Service UNIVERSAL T.V. LTD. 4061 -200 St. Langley We Service All Makes TVs & VCR's 533-3060 588 Stucco/Drywall 590 Tree Services 592 Upholstery/Furniture Refinishing 594 Welding 596 Well Drilling 6 CHILDCARE/DAYCARE 620 Childcare Required 640 Childcare Services Quality family daycare, registered with Langley Family Services; first aid, CPR, and references. Linda 8564023. 48-4 N^ loving mom of 2 win provide TLC for young Infant or toddler, f/l or pA. Mon - Fri. near Park- side. 856-4477. 47-4 Will babysit Infants or todeflers, snacks, lunch provided. References avail 856-9415. 47-3 Want a lot of love for your little dove, come to a home that's unique and talk to Monique. 856-2675. 47-4 Family daycare on acreage has opening for M, p/t or drop-In welcome. 856-6233. 47-3 Would like to babysit in my home, yard backs onto Shortreed school. 858-0544.47-2 14 yr old girt will babysit, North Otter area. Good rates. Phone after 3 p.m. 856-0432. 46-4 Retired nurse, grandma, available 2-3 days a week. Reliable, will do Ught housework. 856- 5700. 45-4 Christian mother of 4 wil) babysit. Fenced- in yard. Country setting. Sylvia. 856-564$. 31-tf 660 Daycare Centers Smurf City Daycare, a child centered program, has f/t and pA openings. Quality daycare preschool program, fully qualified staff, licensed group daycare for 21 /2 to 5 yrs, licensed after- school program Cal Kelly 856-3724 or 597- 5643. 109995 03tf DJpJDRE I am a young grandma a kid at heart. Happy, non-smoking environment. References provided 856-0600 7 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES 710 Business JILL-OF-ALL-TRADES will do any honest work. Pay according to Job offered. 856-5645. 31-tf 730 Education 8 EMPLOYMENT 810 Jobs Available 370 $ weekly possible at home. Simple, easy, pleasant work. Info: $25. plus self-addressed stamped envelope to Creative Enterprises, P.O. Box 81, Moncton, N.B. E1C 8R9. 11019248-3 Babysitting suite available Jan. 1 st, 2 bdrm, non-smoking, no pets; incl. laundry fact. Must have valid D.L. with vehicle. 857-0132. 48-4 Hygienist wanted: P/T hyglenist required for 1-2 days a week for our friendly dental office In Aldergrove. Call 856-5121. 110191 48-3 &b'- ^^k"f*MJ*k THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 26. 6 EMPLOYMENT 810 Jobs Available CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LANGLEY PROGRAM ASSISTANT The Langley Centennial Museum requires a part-time Education Programmes Assistant on a renewable one year contract basis, responsible for the development and delivery of school and public programs including working with school age children. Preferred qualifications include college or university education with a background in B.C. History, Education or other appropriate education, interpersonal skills and demonstrated organizational skills required. Remuneration is $8113.00 for 618 hours, working 12 -16 hours per week. Some weekend work required. Please submit full resume and covering letter by December 15, 1993 to: Langley Centennial Museum Box 800 Fort Langley, B.C. VOX 1J0 Help wanted for horse farm, stable, 5 days per week, in exchange for lessons or free board. Indoor arena & track. 856-4648 evenings. 48-2 Students, earn extra money while helping out a local charity. Cal Aaron 856-1229. 48-2 Help wanted piling and loading Christmas trees. $7.50 an hour. Not suitable for students. Giesbrechfs Christmas Tree Farm, 5871 • 248 St. Phone 856-2762 between 6-7 p.m 110183 47-2 Bookkeeper required, must have knowledge ol payroll procedure. Please submit resume to Alder Grove Heritage Society #9,3100 272 SL Aldergrove, B.C. V4W 3N7. 110177 46-4 Langley Hospice Society needs Board members. Bingo volunteers and volunteer visitors. Please cal 530-1115 If you can help. HELP WANTED FULL TIME POSITION AVAILABLE BREW ON PREMISES CONTACT KRISTA 856-1280 - Experienced - Needed in Aldergrove. Clientel, extra bonus for stylist. Phone Charlene (Confidential) 856-1991 or 856-0276 820. Work Wanted Carpenter with 30 years experience looking for work. 856-1824. 47-3 JILL-OF-ALL-TRADES will do any honest work. Pay according to job offered. 856- 5645. 31-tf 9 TRAVEL/VACATION 10 GARAGE SALES 3 family garage sale, SaL & Sun. Dec. 4 & 5, iurniture & misc. Items, 27151 - 29 Ave. 10 a.m. -3 p.m 48-1 FOOLS 11 AUCTIONS HORSE & TACK SALE at FRASER VALLEY AUCTIONS 21801 -56th Ave. Langley, B.C. Sunday, Dec. 12,1993 All consignments welcome. Tack starts at 12 noon. Horses start at 2 p.m. Ail tack consignments must be in barn by 9 a.m. Phone ahead to researve a number for your horse. Life-size stagecoach already consigned. For more information call 534-3241 12 LIVESTOCK 1210 Boarding Room to board 2 horses on private 30 acre horse farm, South Langley location. To view, 534-4398. 48-4 S. Langley, large stalls, individual turnout, riding ring, 5 min. to C.V. trails, excellent care. 534-0517. 48-4 Quality boarding 15% oil 1st month, all wood fencing, large lettered ring, quality care, full board $220.856-8813. 47-4 Room to board 2 horses on private 30 acre horse farm, South Langley location. To view phone 534-4398. 45-4 WESTLAND FEEDS 2212 -272nd St. Aldergrove, B.C V4W2R1 *> Quality Feeds For Your Horse and Farm Animals. Featuring: * Stall Dry • Tiz Wiz Products • Martins Feeds • Co-op Feeds • BuckeriieWs Feeds • Master Feeds Timothy, Alfalfa & local hay available Hay by the bale or the trailer load. Quality food and supplies for your pets: • lams • Science Diet • Max Tfaatu John & llona Brooks 856-9011 1220 Farrier Services Farrier Service, servicing Aldergrove, 15years experience, reasonable rates 856-1807.46-4 1230 Feed & Hay 2nd cut Alfalfa hay, no rain, $7.50 a bale. 856- 8937. 48-4 Large bales of new crop hay, $3 a bale. Wel fertilized, excellent quality. Will deliver. 534- 6440. 48-4 1st & 2nd cut local hay, no rain. 856-4228. ' 48-3 1st cut hay, no rain, $3. bale. 856-2669, 856-4888. 47-3 Well fertilized 1st cut hay $2.50 a bale. 856-5438. 46-3 1240 Hauling 1250 Lessons/Training 1260 Livestock Sale/Lease Belgian quarter horse cross, 10 yr old. proven brood mare, English, good natured $1,800. ObO. 856-8908. 48-3 Young Jersey cow. 856-0808. 47-4 Christmas special, weanling quarterhorse files, layaway plan aval., order yours now. Dave 856-4751. 46-4 17 yr old standard bred gelding, evented, pony clubed and champion Jumper. $1,800. obo. 856-6191. 45-4 Llamas for sale. 856-0771. HEMLOCK BARK MULCH Top Quality $75/unit Top quality Hemlock Bedding Sawdust for all your animal's needs. R.J. CAPLETTE 530-2021 14 FOR SALE 1280 Miscellaneous Supplies HEMLOCK SAWDUST $ 175/6 ]/2 unit loads (GST included) Top quality Hemlock Baric Mulch. R.J. CAPLETTE 530-2021 1290 Tack 13 PETS & POULTRY 1310 Sale Boxer cross pups, 8 wks old, dewormed, $150. ObO. 856-0040. 48-2 Himalayan kittens, 7 weeks old, 2 male, Seal- point, $200. each. 856-0933. 48-2 Siamese stud service. 856-5700. 48-3 Rottweiler puppies for sale. Ready second week of Dec. 596-9922. 110187 48-2 LOST -4-year-old Shepherd/Lab X. answers to "KING", vie. 232 St & 48 Ave. evening of Saturday Nov. 13th. 530-6106 or 534-5786. 46-tf 2 Spaniel puppies, tails, declaws done, all shots, dewormed, ready Dec. 1, $150. 856- 6883, leave message. 47-3 Bunnies, 7 weeks old, Dutch cross, English Spot, $5.00 each, (small breed) 856-4993. 47-4 Beautiful, healthy Multi-Shlhtzu cross puppies, ready Dec. 4 or hold till Christmas. $175.857-0006. 47-4 2 Aracana hens, with 2 week old chicks, blue egg layers, $5 per family 532-9221.47-2 Free kittens and cats, great with kids; must go. 856-8556. 47-3 1 male 4mth old Australian shep. pup $200., 3 Siamese Wttens, 1 male hedgehog. 534-9689. 46-4 Free Finch, cage $10. 856-8949. 46-4 2 male & female large rabbits with cage. 856- 5609 after 4 p.m 45-4 Bantie chickens, free. 856-1354. 45-4 PETS LTD. registered non-profit. We have several dogs and cats looking tor loving homes. Fenced yard required, adoption by donation. For more info. ph. 856-5749. 32-tf T.L.C."s AUNTIE MEOW has for adoption by donation, kittens, first shot & dewormed, also spayed & neutered adults. Pets only. Cal 856-4866. 37-tf EXTRA LOVE? Check for dogs and cats for pets at the S.P.C.A Mon. - Fri. noon to 430; Weekends & holidays noon to 430,34312 Industrial Way, Abbotsford. 856-4600 or 850-1584. 47-tf 1320 Pets/poultry Wanted 1330 Feed/Supplies 1350 Kennels/Pet Services s LET YOUR PETS STAY HOME ^TLC (In-home) PET SITTING sp. Going away? No need to go elsewhere pr upset your pets unnecessarily. It's our business to come by your home regularly to care for your animals while you are gone. _Q/s 200 satisfied customers • Reterencas available. Licenced 856-4866 Insured 27-tf 1270 Livestock Wanted Wanted to buy: all types of horses & ponies. Top prices paid. 850-4238 19-tf 1280 Miscellaneous Supplies 2 -10 ft. concrete feeder troughs, $35. each ObO. 856-8245. 46-3 14 FOR SALE 1405 Antiques/Collectibles Antiques, collectibles, tools, records. Jewelry and good old Junk. 856-0272. 45-4 1410Appliances Inglis washer, dryer, white, exc. cond. $400. 856-4451. 48-2 General Electric dryer, good cond. $75. obo. 856-8135. 47-3 Fridge sale and repairs, wil buy used. 856- 4464 40-tf RAINBOW VACUUMS WITH POWERHEAD FULL PRICE $388.00 SEE AT BIG GARY'S VACUUM SYSTEMS Y0UK LOCAL rOW D ICBC WHAT'SYOUR HURRY,BX? 14 FOR SALE 1410 Appliances ELECTROLUX VACUUM WITH POWERHEAD FULL PRICE $288.00 SEE AT BIG GARY'S 1415 Arts & Crafts r (Buds I (Petals Wil fresh and dried ^EOl flowers and plants yf^^s. Lisa'Blair ^^JS5T-2320 Monday night floral Art classes: garlic Coii, Sways, Topiary Trees, etc w for more info: 530-4027 j 1420 Books/Coins/Stamps 1425 Building Supplies 1430 Bicycles 10 speed Rawleigh girts bike for sale, for ages 8-10 years, 24 inch wheels, Exc. condition. $75.856-5645. 40-tf 1435 Camera/Photography 1440 Clothing CLOTHING WANTED FOR CONSIGNMENT baby • children • teen • adult SECOND CHANCE BOCTIOJDE Aldergrove Mall 856-7478 14fif. Computer Equipment Buying a computer? Confused? Unemployed single dad offers free advice and reas. rates for hard/soft ware. Install and setup. No sales. 856-6318. 45-4 1450 Fuel Split alder firewood, $80. a cord or $30.1/3 cord, u-plck up. 856-1275. 45-4 Bam stored seasoned firewood, ready to burn, alder, birch, maple, heaping 3/4 ton p/u load. $120. delivered. 856-8453. 48-4 1455 Furniture 2 beige loveseats, French Provincial Kerns: telephone desk & chair, bedside table w/drawer, chesterfield, end table. • your choice $75.856- 9540. 48-1 = SEEKERS = • We Buy Used Furniture • Dining Sets • Bedroom Sets Aldergrove Mall #14 - 3100 - 272 st 857-9595 FACTORY SURPLUS #6-2342 Windsor SL, Abbotsford (Behind TIpTop Carpets) 8S4-1454 * Level Loop Carpet from *4.85/eq.yd. ' Rubberback Carpet from *5.75/eq.yd. * Saxony Carpetfrom *6.95/sq.yd. * Berber Carpet from •6.95Aaq.yd. * Vinyl Flooring from *4.95/aq.yd. * Candide Vinyl - 6 ft width from. *15.95/sq.yd. * Nairn Do-It-Yourself Vinyl from ... *8.95fcq.yd. * Rollends 30% off * Interior Doors from *24.95 * Bfddsfrom *12.9S 'Metal Doors from *35.<X> * Bathtubs, assorted plumbing fixtures * Countertops only *7.00/rt •JUST ARRIVED!- Fireplace Surrounds from .... «259.00 Girl's white mates bed. $100. 856-3007. 48-4 Queen Anne dining room table & chairs, cane back w/Upholstered seats, wood Inlaid design table top. 856-7466. 48-2 Sofa & matching chair, good cond. $200.856- 8668. 48-3 1460 Garden/Nursery Supplies Scon's Tree Farm, cultured fir $14., pine $8. - $10., 28468 Starr Rd., North Bradner. 856-7670. 48-4 Giesbrechfs Christmas Tree Farm. Come see our tine selection of quality Douglas fir, Noble fir, Grand fir, pine and spruce. Living or fresh cut. Open 9 a.m.- 9 p.m. daily. 5871 - 248 St. Aldergrove. 856-2762.110184 48-3 14 FOR SALE 'Christmas Trees, U-cut and fresh cut, potted live trees. Price Tree Farms,'4726 • 248 St. Aldergrove. 856-2941 or 856-7676. 110186 48-3 Christmas trees, fresh cut only, live potted trees.' Garden Time Plants, 27441 16 Ave. Aldergrove. 856-2941. 110185 48-3 Hedging cedars and other varieties of field Stock. 856-0323. 45-4 Case garden tractor, hydraulic blade, mower deck, hydraulic rototiller, root picker, Ure chains, trailer hitch $3,000. obo. 857-2320. 28-tf 1463 Home Entertainment 1465 Meat/Dairy Eggs for sals, 40* doz. 854-0193. 47-4 1470 Miscellaneous Chicago Bulls pullover starter jacket Girl's used clothing, good cond. 656-4761. 48-3 Bauer roller blades, size 9, $40. 856-8268. 48-2 T THE CAVELLE'S SHOES 4061 - 200 St., Langley 534-0834 REBUILT POWERHEADS FITS ANY VACUUM FULL PRICE $77,00 ONE YR. GUARANTEE BIG GARY'S VACUUMS 1 bathroom sink, beige, complete, good cond. $20., 1 single kitchen sink, stainless steel $25. 856-5275. 46-2 Artificial Canadian pine tree, 7 1/2 ft. with hinged branches. $50. 534-3366. 48-2 1990 Sable $10,000; leather jacket $75; shower enclosure $30; roof rack $10.856-1192. 48-4 30 Christmas tree stands, vinyl, holds water or dirt, $5. each obo. 856-1682. 48-3 Christmas outside lights lor 2600 sq.ft. home plus trees, used 1 yr, $100. obo., mufti colors. 856-4687. 48-2 A Quds 'nTttak \ fresh and dried flowers and plants Lisa "Blair 857-2320 Monday night floral Art classes: QarQc CoU, Sways, Topiary Trees, etc . for more info: 530-4027 j 6 ft artificial Christmas tree $15; double size waterbed $50.856-6692. 48-4 Bird cage, good cond. $ 10.856-5171. 47-4 Table saw complete with stand and half-horse electric motor. Eaton brand, exc. cond. 856- 9012. 47-2 Queen size waterbed with headboard, $125. 856-5525. 47-3 Squat rack, commercial gym quality, very strong 3* steel, exc. cond. $800. 856-5868 evenings. 47-3 Eiectrohome record player and radio, weefer & woofers; blonde coffee table, table lamp, alum, step ladder. 530-5315. 47-2 Fireplace Insert with fan & glass doors, $100.856-9734. 47-4 UPRIGHT VACUUMS BLOW-OUT SALE FULL PRICE $68,88 Lonely like new better quality upright vacuums. Not like the cheap ones you buy at Costco, London Drugs, Future Shop etc. These units are built to last! Metal body Hoovers & Eureka, Kirby Clark, Royal etc. From $68.88, fully reconditioned, one year guarantee. These are truly an excellent buy!! Buy 5 and get one free! See at BIG GARY'S VACUUM SYSTEMS 19638 Fraser Hwy. 530-7501 26 THE ALDERG^TOVE trTAT^. bECEIWER ^.-T993 . — 14 FOR SALE Everest & Jennings elec. wheelchair, never used, $3,000., 22 volumes Survival Series lor kids by Joy Berry, $10. a set 866-4870. 46-4 Piano accordion, 120 bass, Gurrlnl special $130., Pentax MG SLR, 3 lenses, case, manual $160. 853-7773. 46-3 Lopi woodburnlng insert, glass doors, exc. cond. $200. ObO. 856-7285. 46-3 Strollee car seat with cover & tether strap, good cond. $30. 888-1543. 48-3 CLEARING OUT ■93 MODEL TYTAN BUILT-IN VACUUM SYSTEMS COMPLETE WITH P.N. SAVE $261.00 LIMITED SUPPLY FULL PRICE $488.00 INSTALLED W.R.C. BIG GARY'S VACUUMS 19638 FRASER HWY. PH. 530-7501 NOW 11 Able walker $140., also canaries for sale. 856- 2776. 46-4 Answering machine $35., organ $225., Minolta 35 mm camera $25., sewing machines $70, $50, $40, headers. 856-6430. 46-4 Environmentally safe Amway Products, 100% satisfaction guarantee, nutritional supplements, water treatment systems, home security, and more. For info, call 852-3394. 110176 46-4 New 33" combination storm door, $60., firescreen $20., steel wheelbarrow $50.852-3394. 46-4 Complete super single bookcase waterbed w/malching 5 drawer dresser & end table $300. ObO. 856-4832. 46-4 10 ft motorized satellite dish $500. obo., 2 sets mahogany bl-folds, 5 ft. r/h bone tub $50., 30" elec. range, gold $50., 200 ft. of 1* well drilling pipe In 5 ft lengths $200. 856-6046. 46-4 Kenwood amplifier $100., dual turntable $50., Akai cassette deck $75., plus many 33 rpm LPs 856-8594. 46-3 Infant car seat $20., bright Sesame Street mobile $15., babyslt-bouncer $15.534-0543. 46-3 1981 Honda, mint, $2,000; propane tank for p/U. truck $300., rowing machine $50. hairdryer chair $30., re-bar bending machine 16 h.p. B&S. $5,000. 856-0600. 45-4 2 Coleman campstoves, 857-0489. 45-4 Bedspread, king size, attractive green/yellow/brown floral pattern, very good cond. $20. firm. 856-8451. 45-4 Boy's medium size 5 spd bike $25; exercise bike, good shape $35.856-4760. 47-3 Dining room suite w/chlna cabinet, 6 chairs, $1,000. ObO. 856-1799. 47-4 ALDERGROVE THRIFT SHOP -2981-272 St 856-5292.2 pee sectional chesterfield & chair, very gd. cond. $50; dinette or dining room table (round, lovely cond.) $35; kitchen table $10, arborite top; coffee table (2 doors, 4 ft) $5; 2 kitchen chairs w/castors (swivel) $5. ea; box spring, single, $15; TV stand $8; single bedstead frame, white w/brass poster tops $ 10; canister vacuum cleaner $ 10; high chairs $12.50-$15; car seat $5; strollers $5.-$10; childs metal back packer $10; foot fixer $10; carpet underlay, sponge, 7 1/2'x 41/2' $5; artificial Christmas trees, many sizes; decorations, lights, stuffed toys, dolls, and many more gift lems; 15 spd bike (man's size) good cond. $30; jig saws, games, books, crafts. 48-tf Equestrian two-piece clear plastic rain gear, large, $20.856-8977. 47-2 Lovely 5 piece bdrm suite, Ivory with ornate gold trim, exc. cond., curtains, $495., 856-0476. 47-2 Storage shed, 12 by 8 ft, metal sheeting, $250; box trailer $1 SO. 850-0687. 47-4 Desk $45; port-a-potty $60; ladies jacket, medium, like new. 856-7184. 47-2 Bauer Supreme Special Edition 92 boy's size 4 Mi hockey skates, and shoulder pads Janet 856-5453 or 856-8303. 37-tf WANTED - above ground pool and/or accessories. Phone Sylvia 856-5645. 29-tf Two large (and VERY VERY heavy) money safes. Perfect for locking up that collection. $950. each. Delivery arranged. 857-2320. 8-tf 1475 Musical Instruments Electrohome Cortina wlh rhythm master electric organ, exc. cond. $200. obo. 856-7176. 4*-3 14 FOR SALE 1475 Musical Instruments Piano, Handel and Garth, $600.856-0490. 47-4 Antique English piano, first $150. cash takes. 856-9465. 46-3 Yamaha Electone organ, 2 manuals, selections, 25 pedals and bench, $2,200. Trade for piano, car or w.h.y. 534-1137. 46-4 Vantage elec. fretfess bass guitar, w/case, $350., Morris elec. guitar w/case (Les Paul copy) $300. ObO. 856-8106. 44-tf 1480 Produce Fresh organic walnuts, superb flavor. $1. lb. 856-7581. 48-3 1485 Topsoil/Manure 1490 Sporting Goods Bauer Supreme Special Edition 92 boy's size 4 1/2 hockey skates.and shoulder pads. Janet, 856-5453 or 856-8303. 37-tf X SKATE SHARPENING Hockey & Goalie Skates 856-8284 2881 - 267A St. (1 km. wes! ol th» Aktergrov. Areno)^ 1495Tools TRI-STAR VACUUMS FULL PRICE $488.00 WHY PAY $2,000?? Yamaha keyboard, PSR-6300. $1,000.852- 3394. 43.4 15 WANTED 1530 Miscellaneous Wanted: Lengths of used steel culvert, 16" to 30* diameter. 856-6954. 48-4 Looking for an incubator. 856-8430. 47-2 Wanted clean free fill, also free cow or horse manure. 856-4395. 46-4 Wanted - above ground pool, and/or accessories. Phone Sylvia 856-6645. 29-tf 1560 Swap Do you have time to Share? Aldergrove urgently needs 10 new Big Brothers. Volunteer today. Call 530-5055. 7-tf 16 RENTALS 1620 Halls/Banquet Room COGHLAN COMMUNITY HALL - for rent, capacity 125, full kitchen facilities 856-8653 or 856-5001. 43-tf ALDERGROVE ELKS-27309 Fraser Hwy. Hall rental - weddings - meetings • conventions. Meeting Room - small groups - business meetings - weddings - dances • social functions. Refreshment Service. Hall Manager 856-8948 or 856-2084. 44-tf 1630 Hotels/Motels BLUE STAR MOTEL - 1 bedroom suites for rent All utilities included. Special weekly & monthly rales. 856-8125 26-79650 1 -tf 1640 Office/Retail Space Heated warehouse,800 sq., ft, with office for rent in Aldergrove. 6 month lease, avail. Dec. 1/93. 856-6960. 47-4 1660 For Rent Room for rent, private home. $325. Incl. util. 856-9587. 48-2 New, bright, 3 bdrm family home, N/S, No pets, avail, immed. Refs. $1,100. mo., Aldergrove. 534-6359 or 250-7057. 48-2 Large bsmt apartment, 1 bdrm, and large stall for your horse on 2 acres. $650. Avail, now. 857-9675. 110310 48-2 1 bdrm bsmt suite, separate entrance, full bthrm with tub, separate heat, B.C. Hydro & cable incl. $500. Avail. Immed. 856-6840. 11031148-2 House for rent on acreage, country living, 2 bdrm home, 5 fenced acres, horsebarn, minutes to freeway and shopping. $1,200 per mo. 856-4263. 48-3 Large 1 bdrm suite with bar, in Aid., Includes washer, dryer. 856-9510. 47-2 1 bdrm bsmt suite, clean, bright f/p, partially furnished, w/d, incl utl., for quiet n/s working person, avalL Immed. $575.856-6410. 47-2 Upper floor, 3 bdrm, 2 baths, 5 appl., double garage, over 1400 sq. ft, aval. Immed. Incl. hydro $895. 856-4173 or 820-9000. 47-3 2 bdrm suite In Aid. 4 plex, fridge & stove, children welcome, close to all amenities $610 mo. avail. Dec. 1.574-4295. 47-2 The Aldergrove Star 'lllegitimus non carborundum" 3089 - 272 Street, Aldergrove, B.C. V4W 3R9 (Don't keep it a secret.) So you finally got brave and sorted out all those items you no longer use. Congratulations! Now what are you going to do with them? Sell them, of course, Thafs all highly classified material and a low-cost (FREE to subscribers) Star Classified ad is just the agent for turning things into cash — E4S77 Now what are you going to do with the cash? This IS classified, right? Subscribers to the ALDERGROVE STAR get value ... NO CHARGE PERSONAL CLASSIFIEDS 856-8303 or 856-5212 (fax line) Deadline for Thursday edition - Monday, 5:00 p.m. Holiday weekends - Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. Limit of one free 15 word ad per issue - you must be a subscriber. (Private businesses are not included in this offer.) Any additional words should be on a separate sheet of paper. There is a 13C charge per extra word. (Pre-payment required - Please include G.S.T.) Your ad is most effective when you include a price. NON-SUBSCRIBERS f To receive the Aldergrove Star every week, fill put the form below - and if you wish, attach your first free classified ad. Name Phone_ Mailing Address Under 65 Years: 65 & Over □ 1 Year- $16.05 Prices □ Seniors 1 Year - $8.03 _ include _ □ 2 Years- $21.40 GST □ Seniors 2 Years - $16.05 □ 1 Year - $37.45 for Overseas & U.S.A. □ Cheque Q VISA Card Expiry Date □ Money Order VISA No. SUBSCRIBERS Use this form to plan your ad before you call - or clip and mail The Aldergrove Star, 3089 - 272 Street, Aldergrove, B.C. V4W 3R9 Classified Section No. of weeks Name. Phone. Mailing Address — -Wi%: — — WrJ-f,5M w wwm 16 RENTALS Wanted to rent home on acreage for me and my critters. Trailer, cabin, turn loft, or self-contained suite. We are not fussy but we are clean. Bonnie. 850-6805. 47-2 Attractive Aid. 3 bdrm townhouse, close to park, school, shopping; no pets, avail Dec. 1. $795. 594-8923. 47-4 Small 1 bdrm, N.P., $375. plus deposit. 857- 0468. 46-4 Large upper floor ol house, close to all amenities, 2 bdrm, 2 fireplaces, lots of extras. Avail. Dec 1. $925. 856-9827. 46-4 1670 Room & Board 1680 Shared Accommodation Wanted one responsible roommate to share 3 bdrm house at $375., inquire at garage or phone 856-1494,27335 - 30 Ave. 46-4 1690 Wanted to Rent EAL ESTATE 1710 Business Opportunities 1730 Condos/Townhouses 20 AUTOMOTIVE 2010 Auto Parts /Supplies ASHLEY COURT • TOWNHOUSE Popular Aldergrove complex attractive 3 bdrm with all appliances. Asking $159,900. CaU Brenda 530-0788 C 21 UPLANDS REALTY LTD. 1750 Homes for Sale New house, main floor 4 bdrm, 3 washrooms, plus 4 bdrm bsmt suite, 3 bathrooms, 4,500 sq.ft., close to school, quiet area. Cal to enquire 856-6840. 48-4 BUYING OR SELLING IN ALDERGROVE? CALL: BRENDA 530-0788 * AREA RESIDENT FOR OVER 15 YEARS. BRENDA KIRINaCH CENTURY 21 UPLANDS REALTY LTD. 20584 FRASER HWY., LANGLEY 1760 Mobile Homes 'l 765 Mortgages/Appraisals 1st, 2nd's, 3rd's, Any reason;equity loans; consolidations. Antrim Investments Ind. 530- 2301. 110094 40-tf. 1770 Property for Sale 1775Property Management 1780 Property Wanted 18 MACHINERY/EQUIPMENT Polar Insert wood burner with fan, exc. cond. $200. obo. 856-2292. 47-4 Canox Migmatic wire feed 200 welder, near new with extras, $1,800. obo. 856-2551.47-4 Fisher insert, U.L. approved, like new, $100. 856-5016. 46-3 Case Tractors Parts/Sales/Service Bypass Equipment Ltd. 5185-216th St., Box3265, Langley, B.C. 533-3271 19 BOATS 20 AUTOMOTIVE 2010 Auto Parts Sears A78-13 studded snow tires, 2 for $80. like new. 856-6805. 48-3 1981 RX7 for parts, $5. and up. Computer equipment for sale, new and used. 856-3450 or 1-977-9929. 47-4 Good 302 motor and transmission for sale. Best offer! 856-8346. 45-4 CAPT'N CRUNCH USED AUTO PARTS ALL MAKES and MODELS Free scrap car pick-up Open Sundays 34314 Vye Rd., Abbotsford 853-3074 856-5014 2020 Auto Salvage/Scrap SCRAP CAR PICK-UP "We buy metals" BRADNER SALVAGE 856-8378 2030 Auto Service/Towing *&& eatim! TOWING • RECOVERY* SCRAP CAR REMOVAL 857-0003 24 Hr Direct Cellular 230-1976 2040 Campers/Trailers Fully furnished trailer, well-insulated, good cond. lor live-in or travel. 859-2981. 47-3 3 ft high insulated black Westmount canopy for full size SB truck, wlh 2-way door, $250. ObO. 856-5858. 47-4 1975 camper, 10 1/2 ft. good cond., estate sale. $700. or trade for w.h.y. 534-0508 or 530- 3861. 47-3 1992 251/2 ft. Wilderness 5th wheel, with 19881 ton GMC truck, exc. cond. $28,000. obo. 856-3639. 47-4 2050 Cars ' 1988 Suzuki, red and wood, 82,000 km, A-1 4 cyl. 5 spd, $5,600. R&M TIRE -856-5011 DL8686 110131 40tf 1985 Camaro, A-1 cond., tape, etc. Air- Care(d). $3,500. R&M TIRE-856-5011 DL8686 107617 25tf 1985 Hyundai Pony GLS 1600,4 dr, 5 spd, stereo, very clean, AirCared $1,200. obo. 856- 1360 48-2 1986Nissan Mcra, 2 dr hatchback, 4 cyl, aula $1,600. Obo. 856-9355. 48-2 1987 Mazda RX7,5 spd, sunroof, white, new paint & clutch, needs motor $5,000. obo. 856-4920. 48-2 1984 Olds Cutlass V6, auto., offers. 856-1025. 48-2 1979 Silver Mustang,101,166 kms, good cond. $1,500. ObO. 856-4986. 47-2 1984 Toyota Celica GTS, 125,000 kms,5 spd, new brakes, exhaust, tires,alternator, battery, good COnd. $4,900. ObO. 856-8446.47-2 1987 Chev. Sprint, 2 dr, 5 spd, red, 102,000 km, AirCare, govern, insp., new tune up, serviced. $2,200. call anytime 857-2242. 47-4 1984 Dodge Charger 75,000 kms, exc. cond., 1 owner, $2,500 firm. 856-1767. 47-4 1969 Toyota Corona, 74,000 miles, for sale or trade; offers. 856-5869. 46-3 1968 Ford Falcon 4 dr, 61,000 orig.- miles, 289 eng. 856-4849 $1,000. obo. 45-4 20 AUTOMOTIVE 1985 Buick Summerset Ltd, 2 dr, loaded, must be seen. 856-1682. 45-4 1978 Honda Civic, good running cond. AirCare passed, $700. obo. 855-0905. 45-4 1981 Honda Civic, new engine, runs great; new tires; $800. obo. 856-1624. 45-4 1980 Thunderbird, 2 dr, V-8, auto, p/s, p/b, AirCared, $800.obo.856-4979. 45-4 1989 Mustang GT, custom, red paint, 5 spd, all opt. except air, CO player, must see, $9,650. 853-9243. 45-4 2060 Motorcycles 2070 RVs 1976 Class C motorhome, 20 ft. Chev 350, auto., A-1 cond. 74,000 miles. $8,900. R&M TIRE-856-5011 DL8686 110189 48tf 1983 Okanagan A - Motorhome, 96,000 km, 360 motor, king bed, fridge, stove, hood- fan, furnace, flush toilet, all toys, immaculate. Offers. 856-8796. 48-3 U.S. registered 35' luxury motorhome, tow car. Lynden. Trade for Canadian property, van, etc. 857-1332. 45-4 2080 Trucks 1989 Jeep Cherokee, 3 yr warranty, 4 litre, $13,400. R&MTIRE-856-5011 DL8686 _ 110265 2411 1980 GMC 1 ton Sierra 35, crewcab, tow pkg, $3,000. ObO. 856-3711. 48-4 1980 Dodge 3/4 ton, auto., with 9 ft. camper, low miles. $5,900. 856-5011. 110188 48-tf 1982 Datsun 4x4, klngcab, rebuilt engine, sunroof, new brakes. $2,300.856-6877. 48-4 1976 Ford 4x4, $1,100. 533-4833. 47-2 1978 Ford F250 supercab, p/s, p/b, 4 spd, 351 motor, $1,750. 856-6613. 47-4 1988 Ford Ranger X-cab, auto., p/s, pA, stereo, must sell. $4,300. Obo. 856-3249 or 650-1715. 11018247-2 1981 Toyota 4x4, very clean, with new paint, Alpine stereo system, $3,900. obo. pager # 623-1941. 46-4 1989 GMC 3/4 ton extended cab, box liner, tool box, running boards, fully loaded, hard to find, must see. Trailer pkg. $12,500. obo. 856-0606. 45-4 2090 Vans 1987 Caravan, 5 pass., 2nd owner, 186,000 km., new brakes, very clean, running boards, $6,995. 582-2709, after 6 p.m. 47-3 OBITUARY DIXON - Mrs. Ellen Lorraine Dixon, late of Clearbrook, passed away on November 26, 1993 at the age of 74 years, at Langley Memorial Hospital. Survived by her loving husband Bert; daughter Margaret (Rynie) StertZ; sons David (Susan), Mark (Marja), Dale (Diane) and Frank (Joanne); mother Elsie Smart and brother Frank Squires of 100 Mile House; also 9 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on December 1, 1993 at 11 a.m. from the Chapel of Henderson's Fraser Valley Funeral Home, 34537 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, with Father Charles Walters officiating. Burial will be held at Mount Lehman Cemetery. Henderson's Fraser Valley Funeral Home in care of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. i ALDERGROVE RADIATOR | i Strive-in Service j Free estimates £.' COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE COOLING SYSTEMS, p^lNTENANCl^^pPAIR^p|lTY Monday thru Friday 8:00 to 5:00 • RADIATOrM HEATER CORE • OIL COOLERS SjgS> GAS TANKS flAFTElf COOLERS 27515 Fraser Hwy., Aldergrove 856-8833 THE ALDERGROVE STAR, DECEMBER 2. 1993 27 Privatization has saved millions, Socreds claim VERNON - Socred transportation critic Lyall Hanson said recently an independent study has confirmed that the privatization of road and bridge maintenance has resulted in huge benefits to the province's taxpayers. "According to an independent analysis ... the former government's privatization policy has resulted in savings and benefits of $l65-million over the past five years," Hanson said. "With this evidence, perhaps Mike Harcourt will abandon once and for all his election promise to reverse' the policy because it's not only saved money, it's improved road service and safety. "In 1988, Harcourt claimed that 'the general thrust of privatization doesn't make sense'. Hopefully, he will now admit that savings and benefits of $l65-million have made a great deal of sense to B.C. taxpayers and will formally acknowledge that the current system is working well and is here to stay." Marketing boards' future threatened by GATT chat Ask for Mark or Conrad G VICTORIA - Agriculture Minister David Zirnhelt reiterated British Columbia's support for supply management in Geneva and followed it up with a letter to federal Agriculture and Agri- Food Minister Ralph Goodale expressing concern that British Columbia's marketing boards are seriously threatened by modifications to GATT rules. B.C.'s supply-managed products are very important to the province's economy, said Zirnhelt. "These products account for 37 per cent of farm sales worth $480-million dollars and 21 per cent of all food and beverage processing sales valued at $910-million dollars. We enjoy high quality food at a low price, in fact, we have the second cheapest food in the world." Leading a team of B.C. agriculture industry representatives to Geneva, Switzerland, Zirnhelt said he was concerned to find that other key partners were negotiating separate deals and special considerations outside of the framework agreement. "We went to Geneva to talk with GATT representatives and to ensure that British Columbia's interests were directly represented," said Zirnhelt. "Although key GATT partners expressed the need to conform with the Draft Final Agreement of GATT, they were at the same time negotiating exceptions to this framework. Our only course of action is to press the federal government to stand firm on GATT Article XI which is a pillar of national supply management systems. "I remain firmly committed to protecting the supply management system which guarantees Aidid's family living in TORONTO - American forces searched for Somali militia leader Mohamed Farrah Aidid throughout the city of Mogadishu for four months without success. Until recently, his second wife would have been easier to find: She lives in Canada, with the couple's four children, where she is under investigation for possible welfare and immigration fraud. Aidid's two grown children from his first wife are also in Canada and also being investigated for possible immigration violations. Members-of Aidid's family have been here since the late 1980s, when most arrived as refugees. The allegation is that Aidid's second wife, Khadiga Said Gurhan, 38, returned to Mogadishu for five months-in 1991 while continuing to collect Canadian welfare payments, without informing her case officer. Aidid's older daughter, Khadra Farrah, 30, lives in the Niagara region south of Toronto and also is supported by welfare payments. Aidid was being sought by U.S. high quality dairy, poultry, eggs and other foods to B.C. consumers. Marketing boards work well in British Columbia; they match supply to demand avoiding irresponsible surpluses that cost other countries billions of dollars in subsidies," said Zirnhelt. "We must protect our right to practice supply management of agricultural products within our borders as laid down in Article XI of the GATT Agreement. If other countries are negotiating special deals to serve their own vital interests, it is clear that Canada must also ensure that its own interests are accommodated in the final agreement," said Zirnhelt. The minister complimented the agriculture industry representatives who comprised the trade delegation for their hard work and excellent presentations in Geneva. "The personal contacts which were made during this trip by both government and industry spokespersons will serve British Columbia in good stead as international discussions proceed, Zirnhelt said. "With the U.S. House of Representatives approval of NAFTA there is increased international focus on completing the GATT negotiations by the December 15 deadline, so I am pressing the federal government to take action to secure Canada's balanced position. The consequences of inaction will be detrimental to British Columbia. I intend to meet with agricultural groups when I return to British Columbia to discuss the ramifications of this round of GATT talks." Canada on welfare troops because he was seen as being responsible for the slaughter of UN peacekeeping troops in Somalia. Health expenses probe expanded VICTORIA The B.C. government has expanded its probe into why health bureaucrats racked up thousands of dollars on their expense accounts in a time of restraint. Health minister Paul Ramsay said the province would investigate the "very high" expense accounts at the B.C. Health association, a non-profit group which represents hospitals throughout the province. This came just weeks after the firing of Gordon Austin, the president of thee Health Labor Relations association which manages B.C. hospitals' negotiations with their unionized employees. Austin was fired amid allegations he had spent lavishly on meals, vehicles and perks.. Comptroller-general Alan Barnard is investigating both associations. am. *m I • .Crt'*,-,V- '-m 28 THE ALDERGROVE STAR. DECEMBER 2. 1993 - -;-H--W^ ;''M--^vru--l^^^>J^oVV^''''l>l--^.'^,-V'- '.'•.vi-. ,^^^W^- ^■Wl I I REDEEMABLE AT YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD SAFEWAY STORES EDWARDS COFFEE Ground. 1 kg. tin With this coupon you will receive one 1 kg tin of Edwards Ground Coffee for only 4.48 ea. Price without coupon 5.98 ea. Limit one coupon per customer and one tin per coupon. Not to be combined with any other special offer. Valid until closing Saturday Dec. 4, 1993 at your Neighbourhood Safeway stores. PLU 6008 REDEEMABLE AT ONE OF 53 LOWER MAINLAND SAFEWAY STORES CAKE 1 MIXES Duncan Hines. Assorted Varieties. 500 g box. I " I I I Mm*eem ■ With this coupon you will receive one 500 g box of Duncan Hines Cake Mixes for only .98 ea. i| Price without coupon 1.48 ea.Limit one coupon per customer and one box per coupon. Not to ifl be combined with any other special offer. Valid until closing Saturday Dec. 4 1993 at your Lower Mainland Safeway stores. PLU 6088 3 PURE APPLE JUICE m
Title changes in chronological order: Aldergrove Herald (1957-10-16 to 1958-02-20), Aldergrove News (1958-02-27 to 1964-04-30), Central Fraser Valley Echo (1964-05-06 to 1964-12-23), Central Fraser Valley Star (1967-01-17 to 1969-02-05), and Aldergrove Star (1969-02-12 to 1991-12-31). Presented to the Alder Grove Heritage Society by Rudy Langmann, April 9, 2003.
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