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Page 2, News, Tuesday, June 12,1990 ». Mineral transfer site= cont'd from page 1 she continued, "and if my win- dow is open the table is covered in dust." The Ministry of Environment had put in a Hi-Vol unit to mea- sure dust samples in the Semple's yard. : "The Ministry of the Environment tell us the samples are within guidelines,but they don't know what the guidelines are," Debbie said, "They don't know if they're dangerous or not because there are no guidelines for a transfer site in a town. The Ministry of Health needs to set guidelines but keep beating around the bush. They won't lis- ten to you. It's at the point where I'm a nervous wreck." Rose Renaud claimed that R. T. Yates' whose farm is right next to the site, has been feeling the effects of the concentrate. Rose said, "In the spring Reg has to scrape black scum off his pond. He uses this pond as his water source!" Dr. Eric Rogers, the present locum in Schreiber, feels that people concerned about their health should get blood and urine tests to show that there are chemi- cals in their body. He mentioned that cadmium is the most toxic of all. "You've got to trace what's happening into a person's body," said Dr. Rogers, "You need scien- tific proof. If you have scientific information, they have to listen. I don't know if the people in the area are contaminated or not." "Put your money where your mouth is," Dr. Rogers said about people who are worried about their health, "If you could show 4 or 5 people that show chemicals in their blood or urine that would be proof." Rose Renaud has written to the Thunder Bay Health Unit to see if they will pay for cadmium tests but has not yet received an TOWNSHIP OF TERRACE BAY TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE SUPERVISOR The township of Terrace Bay currently has a new opening for a TOURIST INFORMATION SUPERVISOR. Applicants must be friendly, courteous and have a good knowledge of the area. Applicants must also be 55 years of age and over. Interested applicants can pick up a job applica- tion and/or description at the Recreation Office. Applicants are required to submit an application or resume to: Dean Main Terrace Bay Recreation Department P.O. Box 460 TERRACE BAY, Ontario POT 2WO APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY JUNE 15, 1990, AT 5 P.M. answer. Rose said, "Dr. Rogers said that only two or three have to come back positive." Rose and Mike Renaud are also conducting a confidential survey in Schreiber over the nest couple of years. The survey asks a few questions pertaining to health in regards to the mineral concentrate. The Concerned Citizens Committee of Schreiber would like to see the mineral transfer site moved out of town to a non- populated area or copper and zinc concentrates being transported in sealed containers from the mine site to their destination. They say they are not opposed to Minnova nor wish to offend CP. Rail. they feel that zinc and copper concentrate should be treated with more respect to their potential toxicity to the environ- ment and the health of local resi- dents. ce Bay Public ibrar leased to announce y have received a grant from & Ministry of Culture and Jommunications in the amount of 5457.00 towards the purchase of s an additional card catalogue cabi- net. The cabinet 'will allow easier use of our present system which is very crowded. Summer hours begin in the library on June1Sth. We will be closed Saturdays throughout the summer. Otherwise, our hours do notchange. _ Registration. for the Father's Day Craft program on June 15th can be made in person or by call- ing the library at 825-3819. Children ages 6- 10 years may register for this program. There is a fine amnesty period in effect for the month of June. Return all overdue books to the library now and there will be no fine. A list of overdue books is at the library. New books at the library: Fiend of My Youth, Alice Munro; The Stand, Stephen King; According to Jake and the Kid, W.O. Mitchell; Lazarus, Morris West; The Golden Orange, Joseph Wambaugh; Jasmine, Bharati Mukherjee. The new 1990 World Book Encyclopedia has arrived. New videos at the library: Arnold Palmer- course strategy; Fit for Life; Hunter's Safety; Organic Gardener; Hamlet; Camelot; take charge: HOw to become your own best friend; Speed Reading; How to have a moneymaking garage sale; How to grow and cook fresh herbs. Reading is a lifetime experi- ence -- Check us out at the: library. Criminal Court Report Provincial Court was held in Schreiber on the 30 May 1990 with the following charges being resolved. Provincial Judge R. Mitchell presided. Nickalos Chopty of Terrace Bay pleaded guilty to Drive Motor Vehicle with over 80 mgs alcohol in his blood and fined $400.00. His license was prohib- ited for one year. Lloyd Fairservice of Schreiber pleaded guilty to the same offense and was fined $600.00. He also received the mandatory one year license prohibition. _ Wayne Sheppard of Schreiber was convicted of Impaired Driving with over 80 mgs of alco- hol in his blood. He was sen- tenced to 14 days in jail, and pro- hibited from driving for 2 years. He was also placed on probation for a period of 6 months. On Friday, June 1, 1990, Peter Gutta of Schreiber was sentenced in Thunder Bay concerning a break-in, extensive damage was done to the equipment and interi- or, as well as numerous articles of clothing, including several formal dresses for graduating High School students. The articles of clothing were slashed and muti- lated. Gutta was sentenced to 18 months in jail and ordered to pay restitution in the amount of Seniors Discount 10% Marathon 229-2754 "Weed Mian.. WANTED FOR KILLING DANDELIONS Your local Weed Man is the enemy of lawn destroyers of all types. One simple phone call can make your lawn problems disappear! Marathon 229-2754 $1817.00. THANK YOU To Dr. K, Wilkes and nursing staff, and those who sent expressions of sympathy on the passing of my Father, Cecil Hives. Special thanks to Helen. Reading Rising Literacy pro- Le gets MNDM funding "Reading Rising", an adult lit- leracy program in Schreiber, will receive a $3,700.00 provincial em to buy equipment, Northern evelopment Minister Rene Fontaine has announced. The grant will help the group establish a resource centre where learners are matched with volun- teer tutors, who help build read- ing skills with the help of training materials and equipment. "The fight against illiteracy is being waged at the grassroots community level, where volun- teers make a commitment to teaching reading and writing skills," Fontaine said. "It is appropriate that in this, the International Literacy Year, this organization is attempting to assist those who need help achieving what many take for granted." The literacy. program for adults in Schreiber, Terrace Bay, Rossport and Pays Plat has so far helped 49 people improve their reading skills over the past three Barbara May Dana to Glenda Glad, F We are very pleased to announce the marriage of our son daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Melvin Glad. The marriage took place on Friday May 11, 1990, in Holy Angels Church, in Schreiber. Bill e& Anita Cook. years. Canada Day continued from page Terrace Bay. A rubber boot baseball tourna- ment will be held over the week- end. Everyone will have to wear rubber boots and run bases in reverse. An adult dance will be held at the Schreiber arena from 8:00 - 1:00 to entertain the party crowd. The Canada Day weekend offers fun and entertainment for all ages. See ya there!