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THE RECORD The voice of the Eastern Townships since 1897 Businessman buys entire movie stock.See Page 11 70 CENTS WWW.SHERBROOKERECORD.COM Tuesday, January 6, 2004 Divers retrieve councillor’s body PERRY BEATON/SPECIAL Around 11:40 o.m.Monday, a team of five divers from the SQ_ took over the search for the body.Fifteen minutes later, the first diver located gaston Giguère's body approximately 20 feet from where the snowmobile had gone through the ice.Gaston Giguère was in charge of public safety for Hatley By Tom Peacock Yesterday morning, Sûreté du Quebec divers pulled the body of Hatley municipal councillor Gaston Giguère, 68, from the Tomifobia River, where his snowmobile plunged through the ice just a few hundred yards from his home on DesCèdres Street Sunday afternoon.Giguère’s three-year-old grandson Jeremy was also on the snowmobile when it went through the ice.Fortunately, Giguère’s son Johnny, who was travelling not far behind on another snowmobile, arrived in time to pluck young Jeremy from where he was floating faceup in the frigid waters.But he was too late to save Gaston, who had already disappeared beneath the water.Hatley Mayor Jacques De Léséleuc watched as the recovery operation unfolded in front of his house on the banks of the Tomifobia, as did Giguère’s four brothers and two sisters, who were too grief stricken to talk about the accident to The Record.The mayor was visibly shaken by the loss of the councillor, who he described as his mentor, and the reason he himself entered municipal politics.The mayor said Giguère, the councillor in charge of public safety for the municipality of Hatley, was always very careful about venturing onto the ice, and had even checked the thickness of the ice the morning before his accident.“He was our safety reference point for the river,” he said.De Léséleuc was clearing space for an ice rink on the river earlier on during the weekend, when he said Giguère told him not to go near the edges because the ice wasn’t very thick.The irony of Giguère’s warning was not lost on De Léséleuc-the spot where Giguère went through the ice on his snowmobile was right beside the mayor’s rink.Yesterday, the mayor wondered aloud about what had happened, and why?“He was probably going fairly slowly.But did he stop there for a minute to wait for his son?” A preliminary underwater search by a local diver from the North Hatley fire department was called off Sunday evening.Please see drowning page 3 Hearings to examine creation of new region By Maurice Crossfield Residents of the western end of the historic Eastern Townships and beyond will be lining up in the spring to give their opinion on the idea of creating a new administrative region.“We are poorly served because we find ourselves between two regions,” said Shef-ford MNA Bernard Brodeur Monday.“There is no feeling of belonging to Montérégie or Estrie.” Areas like Brome-Missisquoi, Haute-Yamaska, Acton and Iberville are parts of either governmental administrative region, depending on which department they are dealing with.For example the Sûreté du Québec’s Estrie garrison covers Haute Yamaska and Brome-Missisquoi, while health matters are covered by the Montérégie regional health board.Eastern Townships Tourism covers tourism, while environmental issues are handled by the Montérégie offices of the environment ministry, headquartered in Longueuil.Montérégie itself is a vast region which includes the entire South Shore region of Montreal out to Val-leyfield and Sorel.The health board it spans eastward to Eastman, while also covering île Pérot and Vaudreuil west of Montreal.That’s a population of 1.5 million people on a territory of 10,000 square kilometres.Please sef region Page 3 Shefford MNA Bernard Brodeur leading charge to create new administrative region. page 2 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 ^RECORD: Chrétien joins Heenan Blaikie law firm Staff Sherbrooke Former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien has followed in the path of retiring politicians like former Prime Minister Pierre Elliot Trudeau and one time Quebec Premier Pierre Marc Johnson and joined the ranks of counsel at the prestigious law firm of Heenan Blaikie LLP.“We are pleased to welcome Mr.Chrétien to our firm and offer our clients the services of a man with such world experience,” Roy Heenan, Chairman of the firm, said in a statement Monday.Chrétien, who was elected Member of the House of Commons in 1963, has held a number of posts including Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, Minister of Industry, Trade and Commerce, Minister of National Revenue, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, President of the Treasury Board, Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources, Minister re- sponsible for Francophone Affairs, Secretary of State for External Affairs, and Minister in charge of Social Development.The Right Honourable Chrétien, P.C., M.P., Q.C., LL.L, who left the Office of Prime Minister on Dec.12, will act as counsel for the law firm and will primarily be located in Ottawa but will also be active in the Montreal office.Heenan Blaikie has nine offices throughout Canada, including one in Sherbrooke.Other locations include Toronto, Quebec City, Trois-Rivières, Vancouver, Kelowna, and Calgary.Chrétien received his law degree from Université Laval and was called to the Bar of Quebec in 1958.He is currently a member of the Ontario Bar.Chrétien also received an honorary degree in law by Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo (1981), an honorary doctorate from Laurentian University in Sudbury and University of Western Ontario in London (1982), from the Glen-don College of York University in Toronto (1986), from Alberta University in Edmonton (1987) and Lakehead University in Thunder Bay (1988).Mr.Chrétien was also the recipient of honorary doctorates from Ottawa University (1994), Meiji University in Japan (1996), the Warsaw School of Economics in Poland (1999), the Michigan State University (1999), Hebrew University in Jerusalem (2000) as well as Memorial University in St.John’s (2000).Founded in Montreal in 1973, Heenan Blaikie has some 345 lawyers and close to 800 employees across the country.The firm operates in five major areas: business law, labour and employment, litigation, taxation and entertainment law.Its clients include corporations operating in financial services, technologies, communications, manufacturing, retail, transportation, pharmaceuticals, health care, mines, forests and other natural resources, agri-food, construction, education, municipalities and cultural enterprises and agencies.FILE PHOTO Jean Chrétien is new counsel at Hennan-Blaikie Suicidal man charged Dunham United Church hit by burglars Staff Sherbrooke An armed Rock Forest man who kept Sherbrooke’s tactical squad at bay for hours last Friday and was finally discovered asleep after succumbing to a drunken stupour, has been charged with possession of a firearm for a dangerous purpose, assault, as well as mischief.Roch Beauchesne, 42, was arraigned in Quebec Court on Monday afternoon and was remanded back into police custody.He will spend the next day or two in jail while awaiting a bail hearing.Beauchesne, who threatened to commit suicide, barricaded himself in his home on University Boulevard Friday afternoon.Police were called to the home around 4 p.m.after Beauchesne kicked his wife and 18-year -old daughter out.Police say the man was depressed, apparently perturbed by the death of his son in a traffic accident a few years ago.Because the man was a hunter and a good marksman, precautions were taken as police erected a wide security perimeter around the home.The one-kilometer zone included the so-called “kill zone” which the barricaded man could reach with his hunting rifle.Neighbours, who were warned to stay away from their windows and go to their basements, were left inside their homes for fear they could be injured during an evacuation.Police negotiators arrived around 5 and attempted to call the man, but he refused to answer the phone.Detecting no movement after a long wait, the tactical squad finally entered around 9 p.m.and found him passed out in bed with his fists balled up.By Maurice Crossfield Police are investigating a burglary that saw some of the few remaining valuables in the Dunham United Church stolen.Church member Joyce Martin said the church’s Sunday service went as planned, and a church member passed by Sunday night, noting that everything was in order.Monday morning a passerby noticed the church doors were open and contacted Martin.Further verification showed the doors had been broken open.Inside, the burglars made off with the Communion table, baptismal font and an antique table near the entrance.“As far as we know, these are the only things that are missing,” Martin said Monday afternoon.“But the place is a mess.” Back in August and September, over a dozen houses of worship were robbed, including churches in Philipsburg, Clarenceville and in the Montérégie.Despite a lengthy investigation those thieves were never caught.“We want to warn other churches that it can happen to them too,” Martin said.Martin noted that the thieves took only the three specific items, indicating the possibility they were there to fill an order.She said she’s also heard they could be sent to the U.S., or end up in antique shops.The theft is a tough blow for the Dunham United congregation, which typically numbers about a dozen for a Sunday service.Though the items were insured, their sentimental value to the tiny church is great.The Sûréte du Québec’s Brome-Mis-sisquoi detachment is investigating.Anyone with information is asked to call the SQat (450) 266-1122, or the Info Crime line at 1-800-711-1800.Weather Today: Cloudy.60 per cent chance of flurries.Winds west 20 km/h.High minus 9.Wednesday: Periods of light snow.Low minus 16.High minus 9.Thursday: A mix of sun and cloud.30 per cent chance of flurries.Low minus 21.High minus 13.Friday: Sunny.Low minus 21.High minus 12.Ben bv Daniel Shelton so you anp mm f YEAH WALKEP All THE WAY BACK f Right.FROM THE PARK?Jp-*-7 ¦ THE—-.- RECORD Tuesday, January 6, 2004 page 3 Investments in Granby Hospital, zoo, coming By Maurice Crossfield Shefford MNA Bernard Brodeur is expecting to be able to make two good news announcements in the coming weeks, namely investments in the Granby Hospital and the Granby Zoo.“The Granby Hospital has an enormous need,” Brodeur said Monday.“We are expecting an announcement as soon as possible.” Brodeur said that to satisfy all of the needs of the Granby Hospital, a total of $41 million would be needed.But he’s aiming at the emergency room more specifically, with about $20 million for expansion and upgrades.“In the case of the emergency, we are talking in the $20 millions,” he said.He said that money will also include upgrades to other services as well.“In total, including the $12 million expansion that is already underway, we’re talking about $30 million for 2004,” he said.Meanwhile, a deal is close that will see the Granby Zoo pair up with the federal and provincial governments for a $35 million renovation and expansion of the wildlife and water park attraction.Initially set at $56 million, and including a swim-with-the-dolphins facility, the Granby Zoo renovation project was scaled down.The dolphinarium idea was shelved, and the work will focus on renovating and upgrading the existing facilities to be more animal and visitor friendly.“There are a few loose ends to tie up, but everything is going well,” Brodeur said.“We are hoping to be able to make an announcement in the coming weeks.” Region:- Cont’d from Page 1 Just before the election campaign last spring, Brodeur brought forward the idea of creating a new administrative region, with Granby as the regional capital.In the flurry of legislation passed before Christmas was Law 134, which created the Conseils Régionale des Elus, regional mayor’s councils.That legislation divided Montérégie into three CREs with Montérégie-Est covering the region east of the Richelieu River.Brodeur cautioned that this is a long way from creating a new administrative region.“The Estates General will ask the question ‘do we want a region in this sub-region, and if yes, what powers should it have?”’ he said.Initially, Brodeur had been aiming for hearings this month.But he said organiz- ing an Estates General is no small task.Board members must be chosen, and a format put forward to ensure all sectors, from health to education to municipalities to citizens themselves, are heard from.“We must ensure that everyone has their say,” Brodeur said.“We have to ensure a regional consensus.” Even with a strong regional consensus a new region will not be created overnight.Following hearings the Estates General will have to put together its report.The matter will then be presented to the ministry of regional development, and then it will be up to the provincial government to decide.The Estates General hearings will likely be held in April, Brodeur said.If a new region is created officials will have to decide on a name.In earlier reports a combination of the two regions, “Montestrie” elicited little support.Perhaps the Cantons de l'oeust?Assessing the Damage COURTESY JAMIE ZACHARY Just days after beginning a new job as city desk editor at the Moose Jaw Times Herald, former Record Correspondent Jamie Zachary found himself in the midst of a national story when fire swept the town of Moose Jaw New Year's eve destroying some 20 of the town's historic buildings.¦fp .% g *** * ¦ Drowning: Cont’d from Page 1 At around 11:40 a.m.yesterday, a team of five divers from the SQ.took over the search for the body.Fifteen minutes later, the first diver located Giguère’s body approximately 20 feet from where the snowmobile had gone through the ice, said Const.Louis-Philippe Ruel, spokesman for the SQ.“This was an area where snowmobiles frequently travel, but it is not part of an official trail network” Ruel said, before insisting that snowmobilists need to take extra special care when travelling on ice.“They must measure both the thickness and the quality of the ice,” he said.“They should not travel alone, and they should always carry safety equipment such as blankets, ropes, matches and communication devices.” Ayer’s Cliff fire chief Mike McKenna, said he was surprised to hear of Giguère’s accident because he knew him as a prudent ice fisherman.McKenna said the recent snow and warm temperatures had likely “rotted the ice” where Giguère went through.“It may have been six inches thick, but six inches of slush is like one or two inches of ice,” he said.After the body was recovered, McKen- na and several other locals helped the SQ officers pull Giguère’s snowmobile from the frigid depths using a back hoe.De Léséleuc said the Municipality of Hatley will distribute a pamphlet warning of the dangers of venturing out onto the lake ice or river ice to all of its citizens in the next few days.“We want to make them aware that even if its -20 C, it is dangerous,” he said.De Léséleuc has also decided to move his annual hockey tournament, held every year on the ice in front of his house, to a proper rink, on solid ground.“It’s moved for life,” he said, looking out at the gaping hole in the ice where he lost a friend and colleague.As for Giguère’s spot on council, DeLéséleuc said an election will have to be called soon to fill the vacancy.“Life goes on, and we must continue to serve our community,” he said.PERRY BEATON/SPECIAL f._ -L " Hatley Mayor Jacques De Léséleuc is devastated at the loss of a colleague and friend.Gaston Giguère was recognized as a prudent ice fisherman.UX W: 2004-2005 Budget Prebudget Consultations Public Invitation The Minister of Finance will hold prebudget consultations that will include public hearings.Participation details Individuals, groups or organizations that wish to be heard at these public hearings can do so by submitting a brief stating their position.Two copies of the brief must be forwarded no later than January 16, 2004, to: Consultations prébudgétaires, Cabinet du ministre des Finances, 12, rue Saint-Louis, 1e'étage, Québec (Québec) G1R 5L3.Briefs can also be sent by email to: consultation.ministre@finances.gouv.qc.ca.Discussion paper Interested parties are invited to download the document Consultations prébudgétaires from www.finances.gouv.qc.ca or obtain a copy from the Direction des communications: (418) 528-9323.Public hearings Public hearings will be held starting January 26,2004.The times and places will be specified at a later date.Finances „ „ /-\ * I ca ca Québec ?ca page 4 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 — THE — RECORD 2003 Year In Review Th e Record con tin ues its look back at the stories of2003.May Newly elected Premier Jean Charest names a powerhouse of local MNAs including Monique Gagnon-Tremblay, Pierre Reid and Yvon Vallières to his new cabinet.Charest explains he left longtime MNA Pierre Paradis out of his cabinet because he “wanted to reflect a change in generation and a change of tone.” The Town of Brome Lake decides to take a local transport company to court allowing a judge to decide if LJH Transport has the acquired right to continue operating a garage.Three teens are arrested for deliberately setting a fire on Wellington Street.The major fire, which gutted an empty building, caused $1 million in damages.Maple producers still awaiting final payment for 2002 crop.Maple Producers Federation says they overestimated sales and the farmers were overpaid for 2002.The town of Bury decides to go ahead with the restoration of the old town hall.The Bury Historical and Heritage Society applauds tax increase that will pay for work after a referendum results in 303 voters approving the project while 244 voted no.Education Minister Pierre Reid delays curriculum reforms for hisg school.' I sewer.Granby Zoo celebrates its 50th anniversary.What began with an ambitious mayor and a three-legged goat has become a province-wide tourism attraction.Former Magnola vice-president Michel Bédard is hired by the Asbestos MRC to help create jobs.In 2000 the Magnola plant closed throwing some 2000 people out of work.With the downsizing of the asbestos industry, the Asbestos region faces a growing economic crisis.Merged Sutton council finds surprises in financial statements.Residents of former town of Sutton expected to pay deficit.Citizens of Missisquoi Bay give a clear message to a commission examining Canada-U.S.boundary waters: Remove the Alburg-Swanton causeway.Lakeside residents blame the causeway for water troubles.Quebec’s new Education Minister Pierre Reid decides to delay high school curriculum reforms by a year.The Quebec Court of Appeals overturns a second degree murder conviction for Mario Harvey who will stand trial once more for the 1999 slaying of septuagenarian Roberte Dunn.A fire destroys a Granby mattress manufacturer as flame- resistant beds go up in smoke.The Record wins four first place awards at the annual Quebec Community Newspaper Awards.Richmond-Arthabaska MP André Bac-hand drops out of the Conservative leadership race.The lone Quebecer, who throws his support behind Peter MacKay, states he has no chance of winning.Former Brome-Missisquoi Heward Grafftey later decides to abandon his leadership bid for the Progressive Conservatives.While the pond in downtown Ayer’s Cliff has been identified as a major source of toxic contaminants in Lake Massawippi, Environment Quebec says the source of toxic dioxins and furans may be located elsewhere and arriving by way of a storm FILE PHOTO Guns seized at at Lacolle border crossing.A Shefford Town-ship man is heading to court after a drug deal turns into a shooting spree at the Clear- Popularity threatens the survival of wild leeks, a native flower and rare delicacy that is on Quebec’s endangered species list.Border crossing guards at St-Bernard de Lacolle uncover a cache of weapons and explosives in the back of a transport truck.water Hotel in Frost Village.Despite an ongoing lawsuit on ownership of its camp on Lake Stoke, members of the St-Pats Old Boys Association plan to restore it to its former glory with the construction of five new dormitories.Intersan reports the level of toxic contaminants at its Magog Township site are under control.Measure to limit contaminants were undertaken after an Environment Quebec report in May 2002 showed the dump was an important source of toxic pollutants in Lake Lovering.Brigham resident David Moynan is accused of sexually assaulting minors after he is beaten up by four locals.-f—"f !f*9i FILE PHOTO St.Pat’s members plan to restore camp.A battle over custody of the name Mem-phré continues as Newport resident Barbara Malloy who claims ownership of the name and threatens to sue anyone who uses Memphré without her permission.Among those being threatened with a lawsuit is history buff Jacques Boisvert who baptized the border beast in the mid-80s.The cleanup of the charred remains of the St-Claire Monastery begins.The 11 homeless nuns plan to return to Convent Street in a rented premises neighboring their former home.Provincial police close their investigation into allegations of sexual assault against a teacher at Massey-Vanier High Schools.The Sûreté du Quebec determines there is not enough evidence to lay charges against the teacher who is having a consensual relationship with a student over the age of 14.Sherbrooke’s police association seeks guarantees the city will hire more officers as 130 cops attend regular council meeting.The city has the lowest number of police officers per capita of any Canadian city and the union says that is a factor in the rising crime rate.Beef Producers in the Eastern Townships worry they could suffer the effects of a Mad Cow disease scare out west.On a swing through the Townships, Environment Minister Thomas Mulcair says reviewing the expansion of the Intersan dump in Magog Townships is a main priority.Police report no incidents as the Hells Angels descend upon Sherbrooke for the 15th anniversary of the local branch.Their weekend activities were closely monitored by police.Heritage Minis- ter Sheila Copps tours historic churches in the Abbotsford area giving a boost to heritage committee attempting to preserve the buildings steeped in local history.The public is banned from the preliminary hearings of Drummondville pediatrician Jocelyn Lussier who is accused of multiple sexual assault on teenage boys.Sherbrooke’s Centre d’aide aux victimes d’actes criminelles (CAVAC-Estrie) launches a pilot project to provide support for crime victims 24 hours a day, seven days a week.Justice Minister Marc Belle-mare is on hand for the launch.CBC reporter, raconteur and storyteller David McLauchlin, a onetime correspondent in the Eastern Townships, succumbs to brain cancer.Lawyers for the Hells Angels complain police were overzealous in intercepting individuals and merchants who came and went from a weekend party at the Hells Angels compound in Lennoxville.Town officials say they are not dawdling on defortifying the bunker.Goalie Patrick Roy, a onetime player for the Minor league Sherbrooke Canadians and junior hockey player for the Granby Bisons, announces he is retiring for good after winning four Stanley Cups.FILE PHOTC Police question witnesses following motel shooting in Frost Village.MQT OFFICE RECORD Tuesday, January 6, 2004 page 5 2003 Year In Review The Eastern Townships School Board drops drastically in provincial rankings placing near the bottom in the annual compilation of final exams results by the Education Ministry.Parents are worried about cuts to the provincial $5-a-day daycare program.The Charest government is looking at the possibility of asking well-off parents to contribute to the more than $1.6 billion a year social program.Artistic director Bill Lee announced the Piggery Theater will undergo another makeover in attempt to revive the foundering summer playhouse.Renald Côté, the Magog man convicted of incest against his daughter Isabelle, gets leave to appeals his sentence before Que bee’s Court of Appeals.A hearing is not expected for another year or so.A rent hike threatens the future of the Bishopton Post Office that has served the rural community for more than 30 years.June The Record wins a Record number of Canadian Community Newspaper Awards including first place wins for Editor Sharon McCully (Best Editorial), longtime reporter Rita Legault (Best News Story) and reporter Kate Shingler (Best Feature Story).At least eight lunch programs at the Eastern Townships School Board have been affected by the unionization of kitchen staffers.Union president Barbara Heath says the board should maintain the hot lunch program.Premier Jean Charest promises an extreme makeover of Quebec as the former federal Conservative leader leads his party to the right.During his first throne speech, he announced a major reengineering of the state which calls for drastic cutbacks.Aeropro announces it interest in operating the Sherbrooke airport in East Angus after tough times cause Aéro-Service to cancel its contract with the City of Sherbrooke.A kindergarten student is in critical condition at the Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke after being struck by a school bus in east end Sherbrooke.Ten workers at a Granby plastics plant hit the jackpot winning $10 million at Lotto 6/49.Former journalist turned diplomat Pamela Wallin addresses graduates during convocation at Bishop’s University.Wallin received an honorary doctorate from Chancellor Alex Patterson.A new emphasis is placed on bus safety as five-year-old girl fights for life at CHUS.Hells Angels begin dismantling their fortifications at their famed bunker at 375 Queen in Lennoxville.The high barbed-wire fence, bulletproof window coverings and motion-sensor security cameras were outlawed by a new city building code.The giant grocery retail store Sobey sets its sights on Stanstead location.Downtown merchants fear store on outskirts of town will affect business in core of town.Eastern Townships School Board students show off laptop computers becoming first “enhanced learning” program in Canada.Intersan attempts to get Memphrema-gog MRC to approve expansion plans be- fore environmental hearings on the future of the landfills site which is near full capacity.City of Sherbrooke announces it will soon level the notorious Gabr building on Frontenac to make way for a public place.The building was gutted of a wealth of used building materials before the demolition.The family and friends of murder victim Julie Boisvenu mark the anniversary of her death with a series of fundraising and activities to raise awareness about rape and abuse of women.Quebec’s workers safety board, better known as the CSST or Commission de santé et sécurité au travail, announces it is considering legal action against DJL Construction of Granby-Bromont after blaming them for the death of a road construction workers last summer.A coalition of former Magog Township and Omerville residents favor the demerger of the new municipality of Magog.! 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al-Qaeda and its sympathizers to stage another attack on a scale similar to what happened on Sept.11, 2001, it’s unlikely the heightened alert and extra costs will go away any time soon.In the past two weeks, more than a dozen flights to the United States -from London, Paris and Mexico City -have been cancelled, delayed, turned back in mid-flight, diverted to alternate airports or escorted through U.S.airspace by military fighter jets.Other flights have only been allowed to take off with armed sky marshals on board.All this follows the U.S.decision on Dec.21 to raise its threat level to orange, or high, after increased intelligence information that terrorists may be planning another attack.When the first flights were cancelled on Christmas Eve, most passengers, airlines and governments were understanding.As the disruptions to international air travel have continued, however, resentment has grown at America’s hardline approach based on unspecified intelligence information.But such resentment is misguided.As U.S.Department of Homeland Security spokesman Brian J.Roehrkasse put it in a recent interview with the Washington Post, “Al-Qaeda does not tell us specifically how, when, where and what time they’re going to hit.” It is also important to remember that, while our attention span may be short, al-Qaeda and its supporters have a long-term plan to attack the West.When an attempt to destroy the World Trade Center in New York using a truck bomb in an underground garage failed in 1993, al-Qaeda didn’t give up, but came back eight years later using hijacked jets instead.Nor was Sept.11 the first time terrorists had planned to destroy multiple aircraft: A plot was hatched in the Philippines in 1995 to bring down as many as 12 U.S.aircraft over the Pacific Ocean, but the attack was never carried out.Each cancelled international flight costs an airline about $250,000 and disrupts flight schedules, further inconveniencing passengers.If the disruptions become too widespread, passenger bookings, especially by higher-fare business travelers, are likely to drop, putting further pressure on the already shaky finances of some air carriers.This, in turn, will increase pressure on governments to ease the security precautions, even if the threat hasn’t been reduced.But governments must stand firm, just as they did when passenger screening measures were first introduced during the spate of hijackings in the 1970s and which have been kept in place ever since.Air travel is an integral part of modern life, but so too is the threat of international terrorism.We cannot do without the first, nor can we totally eliminate the second.But that doesn’t mean we should make it easy for terrorists to strike at us.Right now, the focus appears to be on flights from London, Paris and Mexico City, but even when those routes have been made as safe as possible, terrorists will seek to exploit weaker security on other international routes, possibly including flights between 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daily Monday to Friday.Back copies of The Record are available.The Record was founded on February 7,1897, and acquired the Sherbrooke Examiner (est.1879) in 1905 and the Sherbrooke Gazette (est.1837) in 1908.The Record is published by Hollinger Canadian Newspapers L.P.Canadian Publications Mail Service Product Agreement No.0479675.Member ABC, CARD, CNA, QCNA SCIENTISTS ARE-IMV&5TXÔATTN6 WHAT THEY B6LI6VÉ- IS ANOTHER CASe OF MAP COW piseAse.GIVE GIGLI AM 05CAR FOR BEST PICTURE ©i €[ Letter to the editor Bishops divide church Dear Editor - The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms has made legal the lifestyles and sexual acts of homosexual persons.Gay persons and their rights are now protected, and this situation has hit the closeted Christian Church below the belt.What was once disguised as a politically guarded spiritual ‘old boy’s club’ is now being blasted out of its various ironclad closets to be severely tried by its new equal, the secular uncloseted.It is not easy for the Church to deal with its unseemly shadow, hidden for centuries but now open for the world to see.The pedophile trials are but the tip of the iceberg.The worldwide Anglican Communion has been devastated by the gay movement’s ascendancy and openness in First World countries.Now because of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and certain bills being presented to Canada’s parliamentary process, certain gay-friendly avant-garde bishops in North America have seen a supposed flashing green light and taken unlawful liberties to throw open the doors to the ordination of openly practicing homosexual persons.These bishops see themselves above the laws and the law-making processes in the Anglican Church of Canada, and the Lambeth Conference in particular, which sets guidelines for the Anglican Communion throughout the world.The Anglican Church with its various parties and partisans, cannot meet and throw stones, or to claim that one morality is better than another.What is pivotal at this point is the Church’s approach to established law and the methods of changing that law, and that involves a regulat- ed parliamentary (synodical) process.Renegade bishops who jump to ordain openly homosexual men just further divide the Church on what has become a raw and festering issue.Both the bishop of the Diocese of New Westminster (Vancouver area) Michael Ingram, and the bishop of the Diocese of Quebec, Bruce Stavert made their presence known at the consecration of the openly gay the Rt.Rev.Gene Robinson now diocesan bishop of the Diocese of New Hampshire.These two mavericks were not just present (which would be both innocent and proper), but as photographs from the Anglican Journal prove, they actually participated in the tight inner circle of those laying on their hands.In fact their proximity to Robinson seemed co-equal with that of the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church.These actions according to the laws of the Anglican Church of Canada are illegal, because the Church still has not approved the ordination of an openly gay cleric.It is certain that these bishops had not received permission to participate in this consecration by the synods of their particular dioceses.These rebellious actions are totally contrary to the laws of the Anglican Church of Canada, and by what they did, these bishops deserve not simply a ‘slap on the wrist’ censure, but an ecclesiastical trial.It is of prime importance that Canadian bishops are not allowed to be ecclesiastically disobedient, and place themselves above Church law.If Church law needs to be changed, then allow the process to happen in its own time with all sides being equally considered.Glenn Coates North Hatley JŒCORD; Tuesday, January 6, 2004 page 7 Never too far away from the scene of a crime “Maybe there’s a body in the trunk,” theyjoked.The previous day, as he was feeding the Highland cattle their hay behind the barn, my partner-in-life had noticed two cars cross the bridge spanning Abercrombie Brook.He had seen them slowly climb the steep incline on this less travelled thoroughfare.Just before reaching the crest of the hill, and the bend in the road, the vehicle in front had come to a halt.Its driver, a heavily-built person, had debarked and climbed into the second car.Odd.Car trouble, my companion suspected.Later, when the rest of us noticed the unfamiliar speck on the road from the tea room window, he related what he’d witnessed.We all assumed that the driver must have gone for help, or a tow truck.As the hours passed, there the car remained.It was still there at dusk.It was still there at dawn the next day.And was the topic of conversation and a certain amount of speculation.The conclusion we came to was that, since the day before had been New Year’s Day and garages had been closed, surely someone would come to take care the abandoned automobile soon.That’s when the wild stories were concocted.Well, by noon, no one had shown any interest in the vehicle.Its location on the road was cause for concern, jeopardizing the safety of passersby.The closest neighbours were called.The car belonged to no one they knew.One of them drove over to get an accurate description: Pontiac Grand Am, bluey purple, not a recent model.The police were called, details given, including the licence plate number.Roughly an hour later, a flat bed truck with a winch drove by.It positioned itself in front of the Grand Am.I called the police back, and was informed that they had called the towing service - the Grand Am was a stolen vehicle.Proof that illegal activities can happen next door, and not only under the cover of darkness.Scaiy.But why hadn’t the culprits ditched the car back where the road cuts through the woods?Why leave it on a hill?.Unanswerable questions.House rules broken For twenty-three years, house rules have included a ban on animals in the house.Over time, this restriction has been bent to accommodate specific situations.Turtles were adopted and housed in the basement.Fish, then an exotic lizard, were kept in a son’s bedroom.Now, a pair of budgies tweet in the basement and Spike, the hedgehog, has his home in an upstairs bedroom.Ginger, the fluffy, sand-coloured cat, was the first to break the ‘no cats or dogs in the house’ stipulation during his owners’ visits over the Christmas holidays, beginning two or three years ago.Last week, Cassie, a well-trained Border collie and Jack Russell terrier cross, was welcomed into our abode during her family’s stay with us.She’s a well-behaved, communicative dog, to whom it’s easy to become attached.If things go according to plan, Cassie will have a litter of pups later on this year.And my curious cousins on a mission -developing a pre-adoption program, and this household is at the top of the list.She does have a convincing way about her, but the men here have a pretty fixed attitude as far as dogs are concerned, and it’s not favourable.This will be an interesting match to watch.Susan Mastine A new year’s wish to find leaders of integrity and honesty Recently, it seemed doubts were growing in the U.S.about George W.Bush’s abilities, leadership, and policies.Last May he made his infamous and infantile appearance in a jump suit running around on an aircraft carrier under the Mission Accomplished banner.Some Mission.Some Accomplishment.Without political victory on the ground it was pure illusion, if not sheer stupidity, to declare military victory.Perhaps Bush realizes that now.Perhaps not.Meanwhile, billions and billions of dollars are spent on the war, Iraqi resistance continues, and more and more American soldiers return home in body bags.Unsurprisingly, doubts began to grow while presidential polls faltered and fell.Perhaps the war protesters had been right.Democratic opposition finally found its voice.The national debt reached astronomical levels.Dislike and contempt for America rose to unprecedented heights around the world.Even staunch Republican supporters began asking questions.What are we doing?Where are we going?Then — and finally for the Republicans — came the capture of Saddam Hussein, and a subsequent bolstering of President Bush’s image.Bush doubters and questioners began to fall back into line.Some writers even argued the capture negated the war protest movements entirely, thereby justifying the preemptive attack on Iraq.William Watson, writing in the Gazette (Dec.16) entitled his article “Maybe Bush was right” and suggested our government and populace should re consider our opposition.(The reasoning is so tortured it leaves the reader gasping.) Thomas Friedman (Dec.21) chose to taunt the French government for protecting “the creep” who was dragged from a tunnel like a rat.The reasoning here is not easy to follow.Let us simply observe that protests against a preemptive, unjustified, and illegal war were never synony- mous with defending Saddam Hussein either before the war, during it, or after.His capture was no small thing, but it does not serve to justify America’s war policy.Of course Hussein’s humiliating exposure on television has burnished Bush’s political image and brought comfort to the Republican party.The presidential election campaign is underway and Bush needs all the help he can get.At this juncture it is very much in order to review why the U.S.attacked Iraq.The primary reason was to resolve the manufactured danger presented by Iraq’s WMD (Weapons of Mass Destruction).Iraq had them, the White House claimed, and was preparing to use them.There was no time to lose.In addition to the nukes that might soon rain down on New York and Peoria, there were also chemical and biological weapons.Wrapping themselves in the flag, Bush and his minions intimidated Congress entirely.Why not wait until the weapons inspectors on the ground made a definitive report?No time.Might the Iraqis possibly be telling the truth in their thousand page reports denying the existence of WMDs?Forget critical thinking.No time.Don’t you remember 9/11?We must attack.NOW.The intelligence that ‘proved’ the case was never clear nor convincing, and is far less so today.The ‘proof demonstrates only that military intelligence is an oxymoron.Some blame the CLA for faulty intelligence but like all such agencies they provide what governments want.Always.Where does responsibility lie?Think on Harry Truman’s oft-quoted remark as president: “The buck stops here.” In addition to the shaky justification based on non-existent WMDs there was the claim of Iraq’s supposed involvement with Osama bin Laden’s and al-Qaeda.The Iraq-al-Qaeda connection has long been an article of faith in the White House but there is practically no evidence for the charge.Nevertheless, Bush spokespeo-ple recklessly exaggerated what limited evidence they could find and hammered away at it incessantly.Is reckless and exaggerated too strong?Consider briefly a six hundred page Joint Inquiry report issued by the American Senate and House of Representatives entitled ‘Intelligence Community Activities Before and After the Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001.’ It is a broad topic which reviews in detail the September 11 plotters’ movements in various countries where they met and conspired prior to their suicide mission.Iraq is not mentioned.In fact Iraq is barely mentioned throughout the six hundred page report.Yet Bush and his supporters claim that Iraq is the place where terrorists plan, train, and receive weapons.The author Thomas Powers makes this observation: “The answer is always the same.Since the President declared an end to combat in Iraq not a single one of the factual claims about Iraqi weapons and links to al-Qaeda has been robustly confirmed, and in most cases there has been no confirmation of any kind whatever.” The justification for attacking Iraq is a sham, — and hence little or no justification exists for America’s presence there today.Nonetheless they cannot leave.Once you have killed thousands of combatants and civilians, and created this great a mess you cannot simply walk away.The option of picking up and going home becomes untenable.One would so like to see a modicum of truth drift into this disgraceful tale of deceit.And the tale goes beyond govern- ment.The war was portrayed by the media as a kind of sound and light show for public consumption at home.Embedded journalism is now a synonym for sold-out journalism.Lies and distortions reached new levels with Jessica Lynch’s made-for-TV film.She is not to blame, but the initiative itself is so riddled with lies and distortions it would be rejected by sewer rats if presented in the form of cheese.We so desperately need leaders of honesty and integrity.So there is a New Year’s wish.God grant us honourable leaders who will speak openly and courageously from their minds and hearts to ours.There is much more that could be said if space permitted.In the 1890s, a British imperialist in India, Lord Curzon, made the wise observation that “Western ways may be ill-suited to non-Western people.” Do such thoughts ever cross anyone’s mind in Washington?And how do intelligent men and women come to believe democracy is spread by attacking and killing people?What fantasy world do Bush and his henchmen and hench-women live in?We are entering a new year, and I am determined to end on a positive note.Not easy when writing about a dim-witted, corrupt, ruthless, dishonest, and self-serving politician.But possible.I received a Christmas card from a friend I taught with in Africa.Here are his final words: “Happy New Year to you and your family.Have a good one! — and don’t judge everyone in the U.S.by our #@’&‘! President.He’s just a spoiled cowboy.” My friend is American and a computer devotee.Yet I hold nothing against him.He is a good source to draw on.And so I shall.“Happy New Year to all, and to your families — and have a good one! And don’t judge all Americans by their gosh darn President.” Tom Cavanagh page 8 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 •-¦ ¦THE —N RECORD Danville undecided on issuing fine for demolition Excavation company owned by mayor’s brother By Stephen McDougall Special to The Record Danville Danville town manager Michel Lecours is not sure if a fine should be given to local businessman Michel Hémond for tearing down an old building on his lot last month without a permit.“What can we do,” he told the Record.“The building is already torn down and we can’t fine him more than a few hundred dollars.What difference would it make?” The red brick building, situated on the far corner of Daniel Johnson and Depot Streets, was taken down on the morning of Dec.19 by the Hémond Excavation company.The 1920s-era building had been an apartment building and stood in front of the Hémond heavy equipment yard.According to Lecours, it had been purchased by Hémond two years ago with the intention of eventually demolishing it.But Lecours said no demolition permit was ever requested from the town and no one was advised of the demolition day.Michel Hémond could not be reached for comment at press time.Lecours said it is difficult to stop de- molitions in Danville because many of the property owners do not maintain their older buildings and prefer to demolish them and build new ones on the lot.“There is no incentive for them to preserve the buildings because there are no government grants to help them,” he said.“It is easier, and sometimes cheaper, for them to tear it down and start all over again.” But in this case, the Hémond company has decided to cover over the building’s fieldstone foundation with gravel and expand the heavy equipment parking lot.The town’s inaction on the demolition is also of concern because Michel Hémond is the brother of Danville Mayor Jacques Hémond.When the latter Hémond was acclaimed mayor in November, 2002, he declared he had sold his shares in the family business years earlier when he became a town councillor.“My brother does his things his way ,and I do mine my way,” said Jacques when asked about the demolition.“I knew that he had bought the building and that he had given the tenants there a lot of time to find another place.I figure he needed the lot expanded so he could park larger vehicles and equipment.” In the past, the mayor admitted that his brother’s company does get occasional contracts from the town and has sold used equipment to the municipal roads department.But he has repeatedly denied he has any influence over such contracts.In an interview just before the holidays, the mayor said such demolitions are necessary if local businesses are to expand.“We have to encourage economic development if we are to keep any jobs in this town,” he said.But when asked why Hémond Excavation did not make use of the underused town industrial park for his expansion, the mayor said he could not speak for his brother’s business.Hémond also admitted the town has no system for alerting the public when a demolition is about to take place.The demolitions, he said, are not announced during public council meetings.The town’s reluctance to enforce the demolition permit bylaw runs contrary to recent town decisions concerning other bylaws.During recent renovations of the historic Houston building in the town square, the town admonished one of the restorers for not getting permits filed for the new windows on time.“They told me I needed one month advance notice to advise the town and get a permit before we installed the windows,” said Daniel Pitre.“We had already started work on the windows and were surprised that the town could force us to remove them without the permit and the advanced notice.” The town has also begun enforcing more stringent rules on farmers who live on lots not zoned agricultural.In a recent case, it is bringing a part-time farmer to court, arguing he should not be allowed to raise sheep because the barn is on non-agricultural zoned land.The demolition of the Hémond building and the lack of enforcement and preservation procedures is also a concern to organizers of the town’s annual Street Art Symposium, which promotes the town’s heritage buildings to visiting artists and thousands of tourists every Labour Day weekend.Rénald Gauthier, the symposium’s head organizer, was not aware of the demolition and was surprised to learn no permit had been issued for it.He argues the ease of building demolition in Danville does not help encourage local tourism.“Our heritage is in those older buildings and if we cannot protect them, then we cannot show any pride in our heritage,” said Gauthier.“If we are not proud of our heritage, then our reputation as a place for the arts is at stake and the tourists will not come.” Gauthier said if the council is serious about tourism for Danville, it has to enforce its demolition bylaw and better inform property owners of the rules.He said few residents are aware they need permits to demolish a building or even to chop town trees that are close to streets.“The council has to show who is in charge in this town,” he said.“They must decided what is more important, heritage and tourism or just a few more industrial jobs.” Danville Legion rings in New Year in new hall .The first New Years in the new Danville Legion Hall was celebrated with gusto last Wednesday evening by Legion Chapter 41 members and friends.Former branch president James Mercier said the hall was packed with 172 revelers who welcomed in 2004 at midnight.“We were so full, we had to turn away at least 30 people,” he said.The old Legion building was destroyed by fire last summer.Bringing in the New Year is (left to right) new chapter president Barry Evans, along with Glen Barlow, Harry Lodge, Annette Mercier and James Mercier.Kneeling in front is Lisette Evans.Briefs WI Bursaries available The Missisquoi Women’s Institutes is offering bursaries to any resident of Missisquoi county in good academic standing who is starting or pursuing higher education.Bursaries are in memory of Elizabeth Ann Beach and Ella Beach Brown.Application forms are available by calling Bursary Chairperson Mrs.June Lamey at (450) 263-6940 and must be returned by August 15, 2004 to Mrs.June Lamey, 214 St Remi, Cowansville, QC J2K 1C2 Grade 3 looking for change Madame Claire’s grade 3 FSL class at North Hatley Elementary just completed an entrepreneurship project.Together they decided to improve their school by having cubbyholes in the bathrooms in which to store their clothes during gym class.They made sure all the students were involved in this project called “Loose Change For a Change!” All they had to do was deposit loose change in their class piggy bank (between one cent and 25 cents), for a period of four weeks.At the end, a total amount of $205.05 had accumulated.The new cubbyholes will be ready for January! Recognized around the world Medic Alert ALWAYS CALL O N www.medicalert.ca ils ¦>* For mare Information 1507 BDD-66S MCimJfiJ; Lennox Link Serving the greater Lennoxville area / Also See: Quilters still talking about Lennoxville show .see Page 11 NEWSROOM@SHERBROOKERECORD.COM WWW.SHERBROOKERECORD.COM TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2004 Page 9 Rouleau buys video store stock By Tom Peacock Lennoxville The 40 or so citizens who showed up at the Lennoxville Club Video yesterday morning for the bailiff’s auction, hoping for a good deal on some new and old releases, went home disappointed when businessman Michel Rouleau bought the store’s entire inventory for $30,000.Bailiff André Carbonneau from Car-bonneau Morin Associés said he set the price for the entire inventory, which included 4,750 VHS tapes, 586 DVDs and several hundred video games, slightly higher than market value.If nobody accepted his offer, he told the crowd assembled at the video store, he would begin selling off the stock in lots.But before the crowd was able to start bidding on their favourite titles, Michel Rouleau’s son Nicolas placed an offer at the asked-for price.Daniel Rouleau, Michel’s other son and business partner, said his family has not decided yet what they will do with the video store merchandise.“When we decide what action we are going to take then we will inform those people who need to be informed,” he said from his desk at Net Revolution, the Internet company the Rouleau brothers operate out of the same building as the video store, a building owned by the Rouleau’s real estate company, Les immeubles D.N.R.C.“The only decision we made so far was to protect the inventory, and that’s what we did,” Daniel Rouleau said.Les Immeubles D.N.R.C.is actually owed a total of $57,000 from its video store tenant, according to Daniel Rouleau, who said the family real estate company will continue trying to recuperate the debt in court.Club Video went out of business at the end of December.Store manager Paul Wightman refused to talk to The Record about the store’s closure.¦j.'' Pitt .•f-v- £ i.PERRY BEATON/SPECIAI The people gathered at Club Video for an auction on Monday went home disappointed.Wind River Band, Staber and Chasnoff at Church St.By Leah Fitzgerald Record Correspondent Lennoxville Lennoxville’s Church Street Cafe kicks off 2004 this Friday with its first concert of the year.The musical event features the Sherbrooke-based Wind River Band and the husband and wife duo of Dick Staber and Judith Chasnoff from New York State.Staber and Chasnoff have played the Church Street Cafe before, and return this year with new songs, as well as favourites from their previous two albums.Staber and Chasnoff have been playing together since 1995.Staber is a veteran of the bluegrass music scene, having played with the great Del McCoury in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s.He’s recorded and toured with banjo-player Don Stover and Bob Paisley, who’s still active in the bluegrass scene despite being well into his 70s.“I first heard bluegrass during the folk music boom in the late ‘50s, early 60s, when I was in college,” Staber says.“The other kids were listening to it and they foisted it on me.” Staber had been playing guitar, but he soon picked up the mandolin and started playing bluegrass.Staber and his wife play “bluegrass-type folk, or folk-type bluegrass,” Staber says.“A critic said we cover the ‘vast wilderness between folk and bluegrass.’ “ Staber and his wife were commuting between Montreal and New York State when they first found the Waterloo Bluegrass and Old Tyme Music As- sociation jams.They’d been looking for a venue in Montreal and hadn’t found a real bluegrass jam.Waterloo was perfect, and opened up doors for other venues in the Townships.Also veterans of the Waterloo jams is the Wind River Band.Headed by Mike Savoy, who grew up playing with his parents, Bob and Rose Savoy, the band based in Sherbrooke (though almost entirely from Rock Forest) has been together close to one year.When Savoy’s parents decided to retire from music, he and Marcel Chouinard, who played with Savoy’s parents when Savoy was young, decided to form their own band.They recruited Yves Dawson on guitar and vocals and Jacques Boucher on bass to add to Savoy’s banjo and Chouinard’s mandolin.Savoy, who has been playing bass since he was 11 years old, played four nights a week when he was still in school.He’s still not pursuing music professionally, but, he says, things are picking up for the band.“People started liking us, started calling us,” he says.“We’re in the dark with bluegrass.It’s not like playing rock.” Savoy says that he’s quite happy with how things are progressing.The band has a gig in March in Waterloo opening for another group, BlueRidge.The Wind River Band and Dick Staber and Judith Chasnoff appear at the Church Street Cafe at the Gertrude Scott Hall of Lennoxville United Church on Friday, Jan.9 at 8 p.m. page 10 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 Lennoxville LINK Good Reads at Lennoxville Library Green Grass, Running Water.Besides being two things that Town-shippers are unaccustomed to seeing in January, this is also the title of one of the novels chosen by this year’s CBC panel for Canada ReadsWritten by Thomas King, it is set in a small town in Southern Alberta and told in turn by a cast of quirky characters that include four old Indians who have escaped from a mental institution.There is also Lionel, about to turn 40 and still selling televisions, and his girlfriend Alberta whom he shares with his cousin Charlie.And there is the trickster Coyote, who chats with God (a dog dream gone wrong) about the origins of the world.The novel explores Native Indian culture, caught between tradition and modernity, trying to survive stereotypes and bad Westerns.It is well written, extremely funny, and provides a window onto the Native tradition, making it a good choice for Canadians.Learn to read The Library has just acquired two books from the Darwin the Dragon reading program, by Minna Trower, which helps teach reading to students with learning disabilities.This is an interactive program that requires full adult participation.The first book is de- It will be a year of change at CJMQ_ It has been a year since I started as station manager at CJMQ.The station has undergone enormous changes in the past year, but 2004 promises to make the changes of 2003 look lame.Our most recent change has made a great and important impact.We moved our transmitter and antenna to the CBC tower in Fleurimont.Our former location was a problem because the antenna was placed in such a way that almost all of Lennoxville fell in its shadow.Our antenna now looks right down on Lennoxville and Sherbrooke, allowing us to broadcast easily into the vast majority of the households of these two very important areas.Our signal pattern has also been changed, we are now transmitting on both the horizontal as well as the vertical plane, this change helps us to get our signal into places where it would otherwise not be able to penetrate.The change of location of our antenna was done to help minimize interference experienced by CJMQ from the CBC transmitter.The measures taken so far have greatly reduced the interference and work is presently underway to further reduce it.All of these changes have greatly effected the signal of CJMQ.for the better.If you or someone you know had trouble tuning in our signal, then tell them to try again.We have heard from many former listeners that they can now once again receive CJMQ.Please call us and let us know how the signal is in your area.The help of our listeners was essential in finding a solution to the interference problem and your help would again be appreciated in evaluating the efficiency of the measures taken to alleviate the prob- lem.Regular readers of this column will know that CJMQ.has applied to the CRTC to receive a designation of a Community Radio Station.Our hear-date was Nov.17, and we are still waiting for the CRTC’s decision.We will keep you posted.CJMQ is working to move its main studio to the first floor of the Student Union Building of Bishop’s University.This change is subject to approval of the Student Council.We are hoping that they will look favourably on this proposal, as the benefits to both CJMQ.and students are great.CJMQ is aggressively courting the community for increasing levels of support and involvement in all aspects of the station.Remember CJMQ is your local radio station, if you value local content get involved, don’t wait for the next guy to do it.Another upcoming change is a boost in signal power, actually two boosts in power.The first is to occur by this spring and the second during the course of the summer.CJMQ continues to be part of the Emergency Broadcast System and the addition of a second broadcast booth is underway to allow the station to more fully cover breaking news stories as they happen.To this end, CJMQ is actively seeking reporters.If you are interested please contact us, we will need reporters from all areas of the Eastern Townships, we cannot stress how important this network of reporters will be, call us at 819-822 9600, ext.2689.Of course we at CJMQ wish you all a safe and happy New Year.—Submitted by David Teasdale mg On The Record WITH signed for parents and tutors and includes a list of words that a child can learn by sight, as well as guidelines for teaching phonics.The first story, Darwin’s Treasure Hunt Trouble, is about a dragon named Darwin who misses a treasure hunt because he is unable to read the posted notice.His parents take him to see Leaping Lizard, the tutor who will help Darwin.The book works on short vowel sounds, using keys and rhymes to make the lessons fun.The Library has many learn-to-read books in both French and English at various levels that will help new readers build their vocabulary, practice their skills, and develop a love for reading.Librairie Smithbooks The closure of this bookstore is imminent.Don’t let it go without a fight! There are many things you can do to protest.Come to the Library and sign our petition.Write to Donna Green, the Customer Service Manager at Indigo Books.She can be reached by e-mail at cservice@indigo.ca or 1-866-899-4636, or by mail at 468 King St.W Suite 500, Toronto ON, M5V1L8.And finally, go out and buy some new books.A bookstore needs customers in order to survive.Membership renewal Good Reads’ top three excuses for why you haven’t renewed your membership yet: 1.You keep forgetting your chequebook: 2.The dog ate your wallet; 3.You mean a whole year has passed already?Come in and see us.There is no late fee, but if you feel guilty you can always bring the librarians some cookies.Upcoming events Join us at the Library on Saturday, Jan.24 at 1:30 p.m.for children’s storytime in both French and English.Everyone is welcome.For information on all library events, call 819-562-4949 or visit www.lennoxvillelibrary.ca.—Submitted by Michelle Barker ; ¦ .Ima mm I'm an environment I’m deaf.not dumb.THECAN. Lennoxville LINK Tuesday, January 6, 2004 page 11 Quilting memories of Lennoxville The following article was printed on the Quilters Muse Web site following a visit to the Lennoxville Quilting show at St.Georges Anglican Church in Lennoxville.By Jim Cummings Lennoxville Late last summer we took a trip up to Lennoxville in the Province of Quebec to see a quilt show.Lennoxville is one town south of Sherbrooke, not too far over the Vermont border.The border crossing was quick and easy and we were able to change money at the Canadian information centre just over the border.The landscape scenery of fields and mountains and farms was charming.We had expected to see marvelous architecture on the way through Sherbrooke but apparently took the wrong road.The road we took was a commercial strip: Fast food restaurants (even McDonald’s), car lots, discount furniture stores, and lots of slow moving traffic.Finally we cruised into Lennoxville, went past a few antique stores and found the show in a beautiful church.Church in Lennoxville, Quebec The show had quite a few original works.The cost of admission was $3 (Canadian).We saw that tables were set in the middle of the hall and that a lunch was available.We went up to the table and inquired about the cost of lunch.We were told it was included in the admission and that if we would be seated they would serve us.They brought us tea served in real china and a basket of warm muffins.Cloth table coverings were used and there were vases of real flowers in the center of each table.This was put on by the ladies of the church.We were amazed at the graciousness of the whole affair in contrast to American shows where you get Styrofoam cups of stale coffee at a dollar a cup.Tea party at the quilt show We checked out the vendors in the basement.There were about three vendors with limited supplies.Pat (Cummings) bought a few pieces of fabric at reasonable prices.When she was talking with the president of the guild, she found out that the availability of fabric and other quilting supplies is quite limited in that area and the ladies get together for bus trips to Burlington, Vermont and to Keepsake Quilting in New Hampshire to buy supplies! Internet access is also not widely available, so buying fabric through that means is not an option.I think we had imagined being able to buy Liberty of London fabrics or perhaps some imported French fabric.Alors! One more surprise for us was that this was an English-speaking area of Quebec and the guild was comprised of mostly English-speaking ladies (who were also quite bilingual).I had been brushing up on my French but didn’t use it except for reading the road signs.There is a second guild in the area that has primarily French-speaking members.On the way back, we took the scenic route through farm and forest, a slow and beautiful drive through Vermont and into New Hampshire, we did it all in one day.We stopped at a few antique shops along the way and didn’t buy anything.Pat went into Fabrictown in Lyndonville, VT while I browsed in a used bookstore.We made another stop in Littleton, NH for an Italian dinner at the Oasis, and browsed for a bit at the gourmet cooking store in the same complex.One last pleasant surprise was seeing a bear by the side of the road in Franconia State Park on the way through the White Mts.With no place to stop or pull over, I didn’t get a picture of the bear.I calculated that in Canada we spent the equivalent of $12 dollars (American money) for both the quilt show and brunch plus some pieces of fabric.We will probably go again next year, and with a better planned trip, will see some interesting architecture and some more of the countryside.For more on quilting see Web site: quiltersmuse.com.Start search now for summer jobs By Gillian Shaw If you’re a student relaxing and having some fun during the holiday season, a summer job may be the last thing on your mind.But if you’re hoping to score one of the more sought-after openings on the summer youth employment scene, the time to start your job research is now.“I know it’s trite, but it’s true about the early bird,” said Ken Perry, regional coordinator for Human Resources Development Canada’s hire-a-student program.“If a student knows or has some idea of the kinds of work he or she would like to do, they should really be starting to think about that by late January, early February,” he said.“They should be getting resumes out, making phone calls and not leaving it to the last month before school is out.” For some positions, including those in the government’s Federal Summer Work Experience Program (FSWP), the time to apply is now.Jody Watt, manager of the YWCA’s Career Zone, which offers employment counselling and programs for youths up to age 30, said it’s a good idea to use the Christmas holidays to do some networking.Some of the best jobs are gone by February, the time many students start thinking of putting out applications.“It’s not too early to start at all," Watt said.“They need to start now doing networking, talking to people in areas they want to work in, getting their resumes out there.“It needs to start right away so they are not scrambling at the end.” Some jobs for post-secondary students start in April, when they are barely through final exams, so employers are already launching their application process.Perry said hiring plans have been stepped up for FSWEP, which offers 7,000 temporary positions to Canada’s youth.Don’t delay registering if you hope to get a job through this program.Perry said Human Resources Development Canada, which is one of the largest employers through FSWEP, begins its hiring process in mid-January to give time for processing applicants and carrying out security checks.The HRDC hires summer employment officers who work in student centers throughout Canada, with those offices usually up and running in May.The HRDC and other government departments also have a number of other jobs - from office and research type positions to customs and others.FWSEP gives preference to Canadian citizens.It lists the following conditions for applicants to be eligible (more information is available on the Web site at http://jobs.gc.ca/ fswep-pfete/student/index_e.htm).• A full-time secondary or post-secondary student in an accredited institution.• Be currently recognized as having full-time student status in the academic institution in which you are presently enrolled.• Be returning to full-time studies for your next academic term.• Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job exists.• Part-time students who are recognized by their academic institution as having a disability are also eligible.One of the first pieces of advice career counsellors have for youth is the same one they have for adults: get out, make contacts and increase your network.Perry said he thinks resumes are often very weak.The most notable duds are ones that fail to include a phone number — hardly the sort of omission that is going to inspire confidence in a potential employer.“People who are hiring students are looking for the same kind of things you are looking for when hiring anyone - information about the person’s background and skills that is easily understandable and credible with minimal extraneous information, and it should be letter perfect with a pleasant design that facilitates comprehension.” Y Is for Youth Employment — Web Sites • www.youth.gc.ca: Government of Canada youth employment site.Youth-Path.• youth, hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/common/home.shtml: Human Resources Development Canada’s main Web site for youth employment programs with links to a number of federal government offerings.• yes.skillnet.ca: Industry Canada’s online recruitment site for youth interested in working for employers participating in Canada’s Youth Employment Strategy (YES).• www.pch.gc.ca/special/YCW-JCT/english/overview.htm: Canadian Heritage’s Young Canada Works site.• jobs.gc.ca/fswep-pfete/student/index_e.htm: Web site for the Federal Student Work Experience Program.Check here to register for summer jobs with the federal government.—CanWest News Service James Meat & Fish Market 135 Queen.Lennoxville 569-1151 ! f\f£= \SISF Free delivery in Lennox m/r».MARINATED N.Y.STEAKS - 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The Canadian National Junior team came up short once again in the finals of the World Junior Hockey Championships, despite dominating its opponents in the preliminary round and in the semi-finals.Team U.S.A.lived up to pre-tournament hype as favourites by capturing their first-ever World Junior Hockey Championship thanks to three unanswered goals in the third period to defeat Canada 4-3 Monday , afternoon.' .The third period ¦g sfc j meltdown marked the third consecutive year Canada had led in the championship tilt only to see the opposition rally for the win.Patrick -O’Sullivan, who plays junior hockey Mike Hickey From the Bleachers for the Mississauga Ice Dogs, scored twice in the third period to lead the American comeback, including the game winner with just over five minutes remaining in regulation time.The winner was a freak goal as Canadian goaltender Marc-André Fleury attempted to clear the puck but instead bounced it off defenceman Braydon Coburn and into an open.One of the concerns that observers of the Canadian junior hockey team expressed prior to yesterday's gold medal was Fleury’s lack of work that Fleury faced in the preliminary round and the semi-finals Fleury, who spent the fall minding the nets for the National Hockey League’s Pitts burgh Penguins, was hardly tested' during the tournament, not a good sit uation for a young goalie who is at his best when he faces a lot of shots.Many felt he would be rusty against the Americans, team that possesses a lot more talent and goal scoring ability than Canada’s previous five opponents in this year’s tourney.RECORD FILE PHOTO Sherbrooke native Mario Durocher (pictured here during his days with the QMJHL’s Castors) led Canada to a silver medal on Monday.Sure enough, with Canada nursing a 1- 0 first period lead compliments of a goal by Nigel Dawes, he allowed the Americans to tie the game when Dan Fritsche scored on a wrap around.However, Fleury recovered with a r o n g second e r i o d making key saves after his teammates had provided :.c an ad 2- 1 lead on Dawes’ second goal of the game.Team Canada upped its lead midway through the period when Andrew Stewart, a first-round draft pick of the Florida Panthers, beat U.S.A.defenceman Matt Carle in a foot race from the blueline and sneaked the puck under goal-tender Alvaro Montoya’s glove.Canada continued its aggressive checking at the start of the third period but Montoya made key saves to keep the deficit at two goals.The American comeback started five minutes into the period when they took advantage of a three-on-two break.Patrick Eaves sent a cross-ice pass to O’Sullivan and the Minnesota Wild draft pick beat Fleury with a sharp-angled shot.The tying goal came on another strange play as Fleury stopped Ryan Kesler, but the puck then bounced over Fleury and into the net.The loss was particularly bitter for head coach and Sherbrooke resident Mario Durocher.The former Sherbrooke Castors head man was an assistant coach for the 2002 Canadian silver medal winning team.Despite Monday’s defeat, Durocher demonstrated to the world what every one in the Eastern Townships already knew — that he is a great coach with tremendous upside.Durocher, whose was first introduced to organized hockey as a member of the Sherbrooke Castors’ minor hockey organization, adds another silver medal to his list of impressive accomplishments that includes a National Midget Championship with the Magog Cantonniers and a Memorial Cup silver medal with the Victoriaville Tigers two years ago.Durocher will now return to his full-time job with Lewiston in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, but don’t be surprised to see him with a NHL organization within the next two years.( r *-v* .« X * “ N 'V ¦ THE — page 14 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 RECORD SPORTS Figure Skating Skate Canada looking for home ice advantage By Dan Barnes It's all about home ice advantage and the time is coming for Skate Canada to maximize theirs.The 2006 World Figure Skating Championships will be held in Calgary and the Winter Olympics will descend on Vancouver in 2010.If Skate Canada is serious about putting their people on podiums in general and at those events in particular — and chief executive officer Pam Coburn most certainly is — then something has to be done about it now.That’s part of the reason why Coburn was crunching budget numbers at her Ottawa office on Saturday.Even as she prepares for the Canadian Figure Skating Championships in Edmonton this week, she is also working on a project that would help vault more homegrown skaters onto the international scene, where they are exposed to big-pressure events and international judging.Coburn wants Canada to host an international invitational competition every year in addition to Mastercard Skate Canada, which is part of the lucrative International Skating Union’s Grand Prix circuit and will remain the flagship event on the Canadian calendar.The new event would move around the country.“It’s in the concept stage right now, but I’m interested in presenting it to our board of directors in April, if we can afford it,” said Coburn.The ISU Grand Prix Management Commission decided last year that only skaters on the new world standings system would be considered for an invitation to a Grand Prix event.Coburn’s quest then is to put as many Canadians as possible into the system, but the bulk of events that provide opportunities to earn ranking points are in Europe.Countries like Germany, Slovakia, Italy, Austria, Finland and Croatia all host invitational events and Canadian skaters have attended them in the past, but only in small numbers because of the cost.“The most economical way for us to do it is to host our own invitational international event,” said Coburn.“We would have to invite a minimum of three other countries.” Coburn’s preliminary run through the numbers would suggest it might cost about $200,000 per year to run the competition.The money would have to come from external sources or be re-routed from other places in the Skate Canada budget.Coburn is dedicated to finding the capital, but she isn’t about to limit her efforts to this project.She was instrumental in organizing a national team training camp in Kitchener, Ont., at the beginning of this season.Skate Canada brought in eight international judges to observe and mark programs under the ISU’s new judging system.Coburn is also determined to hold an Olympic team training camp in Torino in September 2005; affording all the most likely Canadian Olympians a chance to skate on the ice surface that will be the site of the 2006 Winter Olympics.“Skate Canada is trying to make sure they’re behind their athletes more.That’s definitely what they need to be doing,” said Langlois.“Russia and China have been doing that for so many years.” Coincidentally, Russian and Chinese skaters have been on top of the world.That’s where Coburn wants to see more and more Canadians.“Our skaters are good enough to be on the podium in every discipline.Today, I believe they are.If conditions are right and everything goes our way, we could do that.The reality is, not everything goes your way.So we’ve got to be working all the time to have them lay it down even when conditions aren’t perfect.” —Can West News Service GET YOUR JAY PEAK GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR THE HOLIDAYS! 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Peacefully in the Kelowna General Hospital on December 26th, 2003 at the age of 86.Beloved husband of Audie, nee Audrey O’Connell.Dear brother of the late Milton Brown (Eunice), the late Virginia Wagner (Gerry).Dear uncle to many nieces and nephews.He will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by all family members and friends.LABEREE, Edward - Peacefully, with loved ones by his side, at the CHUS Hotel Dieu Hospital, Sherbrooke, Que., Edward Francis Laberee of Bulwer, Que., died on Wednesday, December 31, 2003 at the age of 67.Ed, cherished husband and best friend of Sharon Moore, also leaves in great sadness, his sons Darren (Louise), Bryce, step-daughter Wendy (Morgan) de Blauw, granddaughter Ashton, his mother Marion (late Waymer) Laberee, brothers and sister, Gordon (Hazel), Joan (Tim) Davis, David (Judy), Brian, John (Jill), his mother-in-law Betty Moore, sister-in-law, Elizabeth (Raymond) Mastine, brother-in-law, Philip (Cathy) Moore, Aunt Roberta (Morris) Smith, Uncle Don (Mary) Richardson, nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends.Resting at Cass Funeral Home, 6 Belvidere St., Lennoxville, Que., where relatives and friends may call on Monday, January 5 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.A memorial service will be held in Bulwer United Church on Tuesday, January 6, 2004 at 2 p.m., with Rev.Barbara Willard officiating, followed by burial of ashes in the family lot at Eaton Cemetery.As memorial tributes, donations to the charity of your choice is Ed’s wish.Sharon and the family are most grateful for the wonderful care and compassion given to Ed during his stay in October and again in December by the Palliative Care Teams at the Hotel Dieu.LALONDE, Richard - Suddenly in St.Catharines, Ontario on Monday Dec.22, 2003 at the age of 57.Beloved husband of Leslie (nee Hughes-Games) ofThorold.Father of Stephanie and Danielle Lalonde.Beloved son-in-law of Dorothy and Robert Hughes-Games and brother-in-law of Vicki (Crook).Richard is survived by five brothers and five sisters, 52 nieces and nephews (Jamie and Jason Crook) and 57 great-nieces and nephews.Funeral was held on December 29 in Thorold.MAXFIELD, Winona - At the CHUS Hotel Dieu Hospital, Sherbrooke, on Saturday, January 3rd, 2004 after a long and courageous battle with cancer, in her 77th year.Winona Velma Cross, beloved wife of Gordon Maxfield and dear mother of Gary (Nanci) and Reg (Janice), dear sister of Fred (Christine) and Stanley, grandmother to nana’s little boy Dylan and also Pam, Sherry, Brenton, Chriss and Shane.Winona will also be sadly missed by her best friend Freda, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.In respect with her wishes, there will be no visitation and a private graveside service will be held at the Reedsville Cemetery, North Hatley, Que., at a later date.As memorial tributes, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society will be gratefully appreciated by the family.Funeral arrangements entrusted to the Cass Funeral Home, Lennoxville, Que., 564-1750.In Memoriams CRUIKSHANK, Cromarty - In loving memory of a dear husband and father who passed away January 6,1996.Your memory lives like a song in our hearts.MARGARET CAROLINE BILL and FAMILY BADGER GAYLOR, Elizabeth “Lu" - February 20,1957 - January 6, 2000.We all miss you so very much “Lu”.Love MOM, DAD & FAMILY.*4 McAULEY, Norma Sandra (nee White-head) - Passed away peacefully at the Brome Missisquoi Perkins Hospital in Cowansville on January 1st, 2004.Loving mother of Danny (Lucy Hoblyn) and much loved Grammy to Angus and Adam.Dearly loved daughter of Irene Bullard (Magoon) and sister to Marjorie (Joe Eveleigh), Elaine (Milton McElroy), Wayne (Georgette Guillotte) and Jeffrey (Joanne).Norma was predeceased by her beloved husband Harold and her sisters Jane and Carol.Remembered with love by the McAuley family and her many friends.Funeral arrangements by the Bessette & Sons Funeral Home, 5034 Foster St., Waterloo, Que., tel.: 539-1606 or 1-888-730-6666, fax: (450)-539-3035, www.famillebessette.com.Friends and family can visit on Wednesday, January 7th, from 3 p.m.to 6:30 p.m.Funeral service will follow at 7 p.m.Interment in the Pine Hill Cemetery in Magog in the spring.In memoriam, donations may be made to the Brome-Missisquoi Perkins Hospital Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.In Memoriam DOHERTY, James - To a loving husband, father and grandfather, to someone special who passed away on January 6, 2002.If we had one lifetime wish, One dream that could come true, We would pray to God with all our hearts For yesterday and you.If teardrops were a stairway And memories a lane, We’d walk all the way to Heaven And bring you back again.A thousand times we needed you A thousand times we cried.If all our love could have saved you, You never would have died.Lovingly remembered by WANDA (wife) ANDY, DIANE, KERRY, CATHY, MICHAEL, PAM, KEELEY, ASHLEY, KASSIDY (granddaughters) ROBYN (a friend) I ü&nB.! WOODS, George 1933-2003 - Passed away at the Asbestos Hospital, Asbestos, Que., on Tuesday, December 30th, 2003, Mr.George Woods in his 71st year.Loving husband of Pauline Bourassa and dear father of Peter (Debbie).George also leaves to mourn his grandchildren: Stephanie (Jason) and Ryan, his great-granddaughter, Jenna, his sister, Dorothy Cook and sisters-in-law Huguette (Louis-Georges Lescault) and Micheline (Gilles Desrochers), along with many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.Resting at the Dupuis Funeral Home, 38 Daniel-Johnson St., Danville, where friends may visit on Tuesday, January 6th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m., and on Wednesday, from 1:00 -1:50 p.m.A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, January 7th, 2004 at 2 p.m., with Rev.Reg Jennings officiating.Interment in the Danville Protestant Cemetery at a later date.Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Quebec Diabetic Association, would be greatly appreciated by the family.The family would like to thank Dr.Gilles Morin and the staff of the Asbestos Hospital for their compassion and wonderful care.Arrangements entrusted to Cass Funeral Homes Inc., (819) 826-2505.part ofyour community since ZÛI3 6 Belvidere St., Lennoxville (-Résidences (funéraires (funeral f(runes A source of comfort Thoughtful & Personalized Funeral Services 564-1750 1-800-567-6031 page 16 Tuesday, January 6, 2004 RECORD You both could use some counseling from infertility experts Dear Annie: I have been married for 10 years to a wonderful man.Prior to our marriage, “Larry” and I wanted children, but we have not been successful.We tried everything, including in-vitro fertilization, and nothing worked.Now, Larry no longer wants to continue spending thousands of dollars in order to conceive a child.He’d rather spend the money on a new car or boat.He has developed a negative attitude toward children and views them as a “pain.” He absolutely will not consider adoption.Larry’s attitude has become a problem for me.I am 33 years old and cannot wait too much longer to start a family.I know that I can pressure him into trying some more, but I don’t feel that would be fair to him or to the child we might bring into this world.Larry always has been kind, considerate and respectful of my feelings, but I don’t know how to get past this.How can I make this marriage work and still hold on to my desire for a child?— Desperate for a Child in .Arizona Dear Desperate: Larry may be rejecting the idea of children because he is so disappointed about the infertility problems.He may blame himself, and his negative attitude seems less painful than trying to become a father and failing yet again.You both could use some counseling from infertility experts.Please send a long, self-addressed, stamped envelope to Resolve: The National Infertility Association, 1310 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144, 1-888-623-0744 (www.resolve.org).Dear Annie: Having done way too much (too early) when I was growing up, I really have no frame of reference as to how to deal with my 12-year-old twin sons when they become interested in romantic relationships.It seems the kids in their class are already “going out.” Tell me, are there still guidelines regarding at what age it is appropriate to start dating (dinners and movies)?What about school dances and such?— Clueless in New York Dear Clueless: Guidelines are fluid and depend upon the child and the pi rent, but generally speaking, a good age to start dating is 16.Even then, it is best if dates include groups of friends and are not exclusive events.Trips to the mall during the daylight hours are less serious and, if groups of friends are present, can start as young as 14.Although there are plenty of kids who date earlier, even in junior high, we don’t recommend it.Officially sanctioned school dances can start at any age.Although some children bring dates, it generally is not expected that they do so, unless it is the junior or senior prom, which again, means the kids are 16 or older.Hope this helps.Dear Annie: Thank you, thank you, thank you for reminding people that a wedding or party guest list is up to the organizer, not the guests.My husband and I had several relatives who did not come to our wedding because we did not invite their children, some of whom were in their 30s and married.One of his grandmother’s friends refused to attend because we did not invite her six children, plus their spouses and her grandchildren.HELLO! One cousin actually had the nerve to add his young children’s names to the response card, but luckily my mother nipped that in the bud.We’re not made of money.If we had added another 50 people to the guest list, we’d still be paying for the wedding.1 am grateful my parents were supportive and backed our decisions 100 percent.As a result, I had a very relaxing and enjoyable wedding day.Thanks again.— Still Married in Ottawa, Canada Dear Ottawa: You’re very welcome.And congratulations.Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column.Mansonville UCW Christmas meeting party Annie’s Mailbox i i Id il SHERBROOKE St.Peter’s A.C.W.Thrift Shop, 200 Montreal St., will be closed for entire the month of January.Welcome back every Wednesday beginning February 4, 2004, 9 a.m.to 1 p.m.RICHMOND Please join us on Thursday evening, January 8, at 7:30 p.m., in St.Anne’s Church Hall, 171 Principale St.South, Richmond for the first Military Whist card party of the new year.Register your table with Marge at (819) 826-2760.Everyone welcome.BULWER Bulwer Q.F.A.will meet on Thursday, January 8 at the Community Centre at 8:30 p.m.All welcome.Pot-luck lunch.LENNOXVILLE A very special Christmas meeting party had been planned for December 4, 2003 by President Roseleen George at her home.It was disappointing to realize that so many were ill or unable to attend.However, the seven guests and members present were surely not disappointed.Warmly welcomed, they were soon seated ‘round a Christmassy appointed table.Following the singing of “Grace” with all joining hands the chicken pie dinner, veggies, mashed potatoes and tomato juice were thoroughly enjoyed.A variety of desserts appeared since each UCW member had brought a treat, tea and coffee topped off the meal.Present were Mary Jewett, Lila McCoy, Beverley Clifford, Merry Webb, Bertha and Walter Smithers and during dessert time, Rev.Ryk Allen arrived to meet with his parishioners and enjoy his cup of tea.Maurice Jewett and Keyworth George put in an appearance later.On the agenda was the signing of greeting cards for the sick, shut-ins, those celebrating birthdays and remembering at Christmas.Twenty-three cards were prepared by merry Webb, signed by all and ready to mail before the afternoon was over.Also a donation box was passed for contributions to the “Blind Mission” and “The First Responders.” Christmas Carols were sung between other activities.Roseleen had several games: Each person was given a number who was able to win a gift which had a matching number - however, no one opened the gift until each person decided to keep the one received or “steal” from a neighbour! This same ruling applied to the gifts the members had brought for exchange - it led to much excited merriment and suspense, before the gifts could be finally opened.Roseleen had a prize gift for the one who could remember the most articles in a basket - Lila accounted for nine of the ten! Congratulations, Lila! The chair which was specially “marked" happened to be where Walter Smithers was seated -he received a ceramic bell which he enjoyed ringing, too.Another game was jumbled words relating to the Christmas Season - no one won since everyone was calling out the answers in advance.Of course, the snow was falling outside and - somehow - Mary Jewett soon had Walter singing his old, old song: “Come Little Leaves, Said The Wind One Day” which ends “—and the snow laid a blanket over their heads!” We regretted not having all fourteen members present at our Christmas meeting party - but we were thinking of them.Before we left we all joined hands and sang “We Wish You A Merry Christmas And A Happy New Year!”.There will be no meetings in January or February.A phone call will announce the date of the next one.Bertha Nichols Smithers Lennoxville Women’s Institute “500” cards start Wednesday, January 7 at 2 p.m.at A.N.A.F.Hut, Lennoxville.Prizes & lunch.Everyone welcome.KNOWLTON Card parties - Military Whist starting January 6 and every Tuesday evening at Odd Fellows Hall, 476 Knowlton Rd, Knowlton, starting at 7:30 p.m.• • • This column accepts items announcing events organized by churches, service dubs and recognized charitable institutions for a $6.00 fee, $9.00 for 2 insertions of same notice, $12.00 for 3 publications.Maximum 35 words.If you have more than 35 words the charge will be $10.00 per insertion Requests should be mailed, well in advance, to The Record, P.O.Box 1200, Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1H 5L6, be signed and indude a telephone number and payment Tdephone requests will not be accepted.Admission charges and trade names will be deleted.No dances.The December meeting of Lennoxville Women’s Institute was held at Uplands on December 18, 2003, opening at 10 a.m.President Marg.Williams called the meeting to order at 10 a.m.and the Collect and Salute to the Flag were repeated.The Motto for the month was “Every day God gives you a present of 24 hours.” The Roll Call, “Name a Christmas flower”, was answered by the eight members present.The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.In business from the minutes, Pat Hurley distributed copies of the proposed program for the coming year, which was discussed and changes or additions proposed.Gwen Parker will have the programs completed for the January meeting.Since Lennoxville Women’s Institute will be celebrating their 90th anniversary next year, a committee of Marg.Williams, Gwen Parker, Donna Davis and Phyllis Worster was named to make plans ways to mark the anniversary.The Treasurer’s report showed a satisfactory balance.The purchase of a Minute book for the Secretary was mentioned.A motion was made and carried that the book be paid for.A motion was made by Pat Hurley, seconded by Donna Davis that the Ways and Means Committee be reimbursed for the cost of supplies for the day’s dinner.Carried.Correspondence read included Season’s Greetings, appreciation for our contribution to the Historical and Museum Society, request for nominations for the annual Lennoxville Achievement Awards, and information about the In-foSherbrookois bulletin.Members were reminded that at the January meeting, annual reports will be presented.There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.We were then pleased to welcome our guests, friends who had helped us in various ways over the past year.Fruit punch was served, then everyone moved to the dining-room where they were invited to serve themselves to tortieres, scalloped potatoes, squash and rolls and proceed to the main room where tables has been set up.Ice-cream, a variety of cookies, and tea was served later.While everyone was still at the table, the President made a presentation of 25-year pins to long-time members Gwen Parker, Jessie MacKinnon and Phyllis Worster, in recognition of their membership.Following the meal, everyone enjoyed a social time, played cards, etc., prizes were awarded and a pleasant afternoon came to a close.Phyllis Worster RECORD Tuesday, January 6, 2004 page 17 CELEBRITY CIPHER by Luis Campos Celebrity Cipher cryptograms are created from quotations by famous people, past and present Each letter In the cipher stands for another Today s clue; 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Be neither obvious nor devious about the means you apply for reaching your objectives today.If you’re too transparent, it’ll welcome intruders.If you’re devious, it’ll invite termination.SCORPIO (Oct.24-Nov.22) — If you’re involved in something beneficial today, don’t keep it all to yourself when it’s just as easy to share with others.The thanks you get from your friends will be more than you can imagine.SAGITTARIUS (Nov.23-Dec.21) - Rewards are in the offing today where an important matter you’ve worked hard and long on is concerned.Be prepared to move with the rising tide when it beckons you.North 0106-04 A K Q V A 10 5 3 ?AKQ107 A A K West East A J A 6 5 3 ¥ Q J 9 4 ¥ — ?863 ?J 9 5 4 2 * J 9 8 6 2 * Q 10 7 5 3 South A A 10 98742 V K 8 7 6 2 ?— A 4 Dealer: East Vulnerable: Both South West North East Pass Pass Pass 2 A Pass 2 A Pass 3 NT Pass 6 * Pass 7 ¥ Pass Pass Dbl.7 A Dbl.Pass Pass Pass Opening lead: ¥ Q Tuesday, Jan.6, 2004 He took one hint, but not two By Phillip Alder What is the origin of the expression “there’s a sucker born every minute”?As you will see in today’s deal, which occurred at the Irish Club in Brisbane, Australia, at the bridge table there can be a fine line between sucker and star.CROSSWORD There are few players I know who would pass that South hand; most would open four spades.But passing isn’t “wrong.” North should have rebid two no-trump; jumping to three no-trump to announce 25-27 points unnecessarily consumed bidding space.Then South, feeling stymied, took a shot at a major-suit small slam, although perhaps he should have gone with his longer suit.North, thinking his three major-suit honors were gold dust, raised to seven.Now West should have passed, accepting the bird in the hand.But he couldn’t resist doubling.North, taking the hint, ran to seven spades.East made a Lightner double, asking for a heart lead.At this point, North should have fled again, this time to the only contract left: seven no-trump.And you will notice that that has 14(!) top tricks: seven spades, two hearts, three diamonds and two clubs.However, North passed, West found the heart lead, and seven spades doubled failed by one trick.So, it was 200 to East-West instead of 2,220 (or 2,490 if doubled) to North-South.“There’s a sucker born every minute” is incorrectly attributed to P.T.Barnum, but other sources claim it was originally spoken either by con-man Paper Collar Joe, (born Joseph Bessimer) or Barnum competitor David Hannum.ACROSS 34 1 Heroic recounting 35 5 Sandbank 36 10 Bit of reality 37 14 Fiery gem 38 15 Smackers 39 16 Composer Stravinsky 40 17 Leading indicator 41 19 Extinct bird 42 20 Draft letters 44 21 Pub pours 45 22 Thingamajig 46 24 Ants’ home 47 25 Pell- 50 26 Wooden shoes 51 29 Tape cartridge 54 33 Aromas 55 M A D A m| E N O L a P O L E S C A T C H Monday's Puzzle Solved HD 0 D kR A A N D R E R O P O' A M C A E R A D E H R E S C A S H O E T 1 N s O N T 0 P E E p! 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