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Neighbors The "Candy Man", as Bill Loucks is known to the kids, sells everything from .Bromo Seltzer to cigars and has seen a lot of life pass by during his years in Russell. He also gives a good haircut. Bill Loucks has been situated one way or another on Conces- sion Street for all of his 71 years. In fact, he says, he's been sleeping in the same bedroom all his life. His barbershop, which ad- joins his house, becomes a meeting place for customers to catch up on the news while they're getting their hair cut. It's a friendly place, crammed full of sundry items. Mr. Loucks sees Russell changing and he's not sure he Bill Louks -- Candy or a Cut likes the changes. There are a lot of young people moving out to Russell to escape. the pressures of life in the city. At one time, there were quite a few small industries and shops in the area. Now most residents do their shopping at the big plazas. "Population has doubled, but small business has drop- ped," says Russell's longest established businessman. Most of the _ original townspeople have gone, Bill says, either to go to school, or to go to get a job. But those who stayed still come to get their hair cut. Mr. Loucks has spent his en- tire life in Russell. He started helping his father in the barber shop at 13 and, at 20, took on the job for good. He was approached about a job in Ottawa, but felt it was his duty to stay with his father. He has seen four generations of some families come to his shop on a regular basis for haircuts. One team he remembers distinctly is Keith Boyd and his pet pig. "The pig used to lay outside the door while Keith was having his hair cut," Mr. Loucks says. Keith still sees Bill on a regular basis. He enjoys life in Russell and doesn't regret staying.' His grown sons have left for jobs in Deep River and Ottawa, his GETTING TRIMMED 'Bill gives Kenmore's Jim Wynn a trim and a humorous bit of local news. (Estelle Yaternick Photo) wife, Edith, still works at the registry office and Bill Loucks still sells candy to the kids. EMBRUN 4-H Extension Club The enthusiasm of the members present at the first meeting of the Extension Club of the 4-H Horse Club more than made up for the rather small attendance. There was just too many things going on that night. We are asking the members who were interested but unable to attend to call us and state their preference as to dates. We will be having films, speaker and just plain friendly Russell Reinsmen The Reinsmen had an extremely interesting and informative meeting Tuesday night. Our speaker was Dr. P.Y. Lapensee from Embrun. He discussed a variety of veterinarian subjects that will be helpful to our young horsemen. Thank you doctor. for donating your time. Our next meeting will be Jan. 8 since the first Tuesday will be New Years Day. The members are ask- ed to be prepared to answer the roll call with a short reply on some veterinarian subject discussd by Dr. Lapensee -- such as how to recognize a healthy horse. We are encouraged by the attendance and urge you to bring your friends to hear the speakers. Box 39 EXCAVATING Excavators -- Backhoes Dozers -- Loaders -- Ditching Res.: (613) 445-5603 Bus.: (613) 236-6822 RUSSELL KOA 3B0 discussions to help one another with our horse problems and most important -- our successes. Please call us concerning the next meeting date which should be in PLUMBING DISCOUNT SUPPLY STORE the second week of January. Lola EVERYTHING YOU NEED Wood, 445-2976; Barb Darnu, FOR YOUR PLUMBING 445-5209. E Repair -- Renovations -- or New Construction DO IT YOURSELF ie CLEAN YOUR Visit our Showroom or Phone THE PROFESSIONAL WAY. Rent the fantastic new Up & Out Hydro-Mist Machine for superior carpet clean- _ ing. Loosens and removes dirt, previ- ous shampoo residue, and up to 90% of the industrial Park Embrun 443-5258 moisturg in just one step. Save money... get results just like a professional! BOARDING CATS: $3.50 day DOGS: $4.50 day Individual, Shaded, Indoor-Outdoor Runs Personalized 24-hour attention WE NOW OFFER: Bathing, Clipping, Grooming To all breeds of dogs, done by Sharon Sharp Professional Groomer te AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL Black, 4 HOUR--8 HOUR-- : OR OVERNIGHT BASIS ree -LORAL ve oe HOME -RO-SHAN KENNELS REG'D. Breeding Labrador Retrievers since 1965 HARDWARE Black -- Yellow -- Chocolate VISITORS WELCOME ANYTIME Ted Lahowakio Prab. 5 miles south of Embrun on Concession 11 RUSSELL, ONT., 445-2171 987-5479 KOA 3BO 445-2177 GARY R. B.A., LLB. Barrister, Solicitor & Notary RUSSELL, Ontario OTTAWA, OFFICE: 325 Dalhousie Street, Suite 900 BARNES SEASON'S GREETINGS from Henri D'Aoust Lumber Ltd. Embrun YOUR CASTOR AREA DISTRIBUTOR OF -- FINDLAY STOVES -- MASON WINDOWS -- GREGG KITCHEN CABINETS -- INCLUDING FULL LINE OF BUILDING HARDWARE "LET US HELP YOU "7, BUILD A HAPPY 80" 443-2864 ) VON ae | © Bice) Sea