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Terrace Bay-Schreiber News, Wednesday, 'January 7, 1987, page 5 Events from the past year 1986 is now behind us and Father Time has again retired his position to give way for a brand néw year. Here is a review of the many news stories and activities that have appeared over the last 12 months in the News. Jan. 8: A contract was awarded to Bob Hendricksen Construction Limited of Thornhill, Ontario, for structure rehabilitation of the Steel River Bridge on Highway 17 at a cost of $564,218. (In November of this year, a 26-year- old Durham, Ontario, man was killed when his transport left the road near the bridge). Jan. 15: A VIA passenger train was delayed for hours due to a CPR freight derailment which took place on Jan. 5 near the Schreiber Railway Station. Feb. 5: Jack L. Lavallet became the new president and general manager of Kimberly-Clark of Canada Ltd. Lavallet, a native of Montgomery, Alabama, succeeded Walter J. Groman, who became the general manager of the company's consumer and service products operations in Toronto. Feb. 12: Arthur Gleason of Schreiber became $12,327 richer after he and seven of his relatives won the second prize in the Feb. 1 Lotto 6/49 draw. Feb. 26: A safety hazard to pedestrians and motorists was realiz- ed at Terrace Heights Drive because that street serves as the only entrance and exit to the Terrace Heights subdivision. March 26: After only three months as a councillor for Terrace Bay, Jim Files resigned his seat in order to move to Orillia to become the Director of Technical Services at Soldier's Memorial Hospital there. Apr. 2: Chris Joubert became a Councillor for Terrace Bay as he fill- ed the vacancy left by Jim Files. Joubert is the Maintenance Supervisor at Birchwood Terrace and is also in- volved with the Loyal Order of Moose. Apr. 23: It was reported that changes were in store for the Kimberly-Clark Pulp Mill in Terrace Bay due to high manufacturing costs, low revenue and a decline for the need of the type of fiber produced at the mill. According to a speech given on Apr.. 17 by Dar- win E. Smith, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of the com- pany, the problems faced by the mill present a serious challenge which, "if not properly faced and resolved, will cause... heartache for all concerned, a situation which we sincerely hope can be avoided."' May 28: A fire was located about three kilometres east of the Terrace Heights subdivision on May 21. After high winds quickly spread the blaze, it was realized that the fire was a serious one. Homeowners were evacuated from the subdivision and by 6:45 p.m., they were allowed to return to their homes. June 11: The Schreiber Post Office celebrated its 100th year on June 2. The present site of the post office is its third- the first site was where Spadoni's Department store is and the second site was at the medical centre. July 2: Vincenzo DeLeo, a 66-year- old Schreiber resident, died on June 22 at Cook's Lake in what was called a drowning accident. The popular town barber had been fishing at the lake and was reported overdue at home. Aug. 27: Jack L. Lavallet, president of Kimberly-Clark of Canada Ltd., an- nounced that the company decided to lay off 255 permanent and 100 tem- porary employees in what he called a survival plan for K-C's pulp mill in Terrace Bay and the woodlands opera- tions in the Longlac area. Oct. 1: A new environmental con- trol order was to be issued to Kimberly- Clark of Terrace Bay after it was realized that the mill would not be able to meet the federal toxicity re- quirements of the existing order. The first meeting concerning hous- ing for senior citizens and families was held on Sept. 25 and Jerry Kowalchuk, of Doggett and Kowalchuk Appraisals, said that the response to the question- nares was disappointing. Oct. 8: Recreation Co-ordinator, Terry Bryson, resigned his post to ac- cept a job in Sault Ste. Marie with the Ministry of Tourism and Recreation. Oct. 22: Yvon Lionel Carrier of Schreiber was found guilty of the se- cond degree murder of Vasil "Bill" Mateev of Terrace Bay. Carrier was sentenced to life in prison. Cosimo Filane of Schreiber had his book about minor hockey published. Filane used his 20 years of experience ~ as a minor hockey coach to write the book. Nov. 5: Dean Main was hired as the new Recreation Director for Terrace Bay. Main came from Manitouwadge and replaced Terry Bryson who held the position for four years. The 15 per cent American duty on softwood lumber caused Kimberly- Clark to evaluate the profitability of the stud mill. At this time, President of Kimberly-Clark, Jack L. Lavallet, an- nounced that "no decision has been made... to shut (down) the stud mill."' Nov. 26: The stud mill in Terrace Bay closed as of Nov. 24 with the loss of 70 jobs. 13 of those persons laid off bumped employees at the pulp mill. President of Kimberly-Clark, Jack L. Lavallet, said that the stud mill "is a marginal business," and was operating at a "definite loss." Plans to raise money for wheelchair athlete Rick Hansen were being for- mulated. He was expected to arrive in the area sometime after Christmas. A bladder infection halted Hansen's pro- gress for close to a week and he spent Christmas in Wawa. Letter to the editor re: post office The Report of the House of Com- mons Standing Committee on Govern- ment Operations in regard to the Canada Post Corportation's five-year plan for 1986-87 to 1990-91 called for the closure, amalgamation and fran- chising of rural Post Offices. The Committee Report, which was represented to the House on Dec. 15, 1986, recommended a few changes and emphasized some aspects of the Plan. One point that the Committee enlarg- ed upon was the privitization of certain rural Post Offices. While the Committee's observations about the human resource issues are ap- preciated, I must stress that I consider the privitization of these operations to be most illogical. If, by suggesting the Post Offices in certain rural communities be turned over to private operators, the Corpora- tion is saying that a profit can be made from them, why then is the Corpora- tion, which needs money, giving them up? If they are not profitable, what guarantee do the citizens of these com- munities have that their postal service will continue in the future? What will happen to the Government representation in these communities, to its ability to assist citizens with the completion of Government forms such as U.I.C., gasoline tax rebate, income tax, birth certificates. access to infor- mation, etc.? The Post Offices in the rural areas are the perfect example of what the motto of Canada Post means "Service to the People."' Service is exactly what the people in rural Canada want, and that is what the Government should ensure they get. The Rural Operations Group of Canada Post Corporation is supported by individuals, mailing in smaller com- munities, and through a variety of ser- vices such as general delivery, lock box and rural route delivery. Canada Post recognizes that the Rural Operations Group is a service- oriented body, in stating that they do not generate sufficient revenue. It is our view that the quality of ser- vice to rural residents should be main- tained even at a net cost to Canada Post. To this end we solicit your support in writing to your Federal member stating that your Post Office be saved, therefore ensuring that postal service to your community remain as it is today. R.W. Starkey, Prescott, Ontario. KOE 1E0. New Year's Eve, where he also spent the next day. He resumed his tour at 7 a.m. on Jan. '2. Hansen arrived in Terrace Bay on SCENES for sale at ee WHITE SAND LAKE | PHoToGRAPHY Spend some time in the country and experience the ageless beauty of the North Shore of Lake Superior captured for you by S. JOHNSON HEWSON 824-3155 Professional Photography Portraits, Weddings & Commercial "THE LAKE SUPERIOR BOARD OF EDUCATION This part-time position will involve approximately 8 hours per week dur- ing the school year. Duties to include deliveries between Schreiber and Manitouwadge using a board vehicle. must: 1. hold a valid Ontario Driver's License; 2. have an excellent driver's record; and 3. be at least 25 years of age. Written applications should be submitted to: Mr. D. 1. McQuarrie Superintendent of Education Lake Superior Board of Education P.O. Bag No. 1 SCHREIBER, ON POT 280 Deadline for applications is Friday, January 16th, 1987. P. Richardson M. Twomey Chairman Director THE TOWNSHIPOF SCHREIBER WILL PICK UP CHRISTMAS TREES on JANUARY 3 & 9th, 1987 If you wish the Township to pick up your tree, please leave it at your regular gar- bage pick up location. Ontario Ministry Ministere : of the De Environment l'Environnement Minister The Honourable Rod McLeod, Q.C. W. M. Vrooman Jim Bradley Deputy Minister -- Regional Director DATE: TIMES: ONTARIO MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT NOTICE OF INFORMATION AND PUBLIC MEETINGS The Ontario Ministry of the Environment invites residents of the Terrace Bay area to review the proposed Control Order to be served to Kimerly- Clark of Canada Ltd., Terrace Bay, Ontario. The purpose of the Control Order is to ensure the timely installation and effective operation of pollution con- trol facilities and to meet Ministry regulatory requirements. In order to obtain input from the citizens of the Terrace Bay-Schreiber area, prior to the Control Order being served, a Public Meeting will be held: DATE: January 20, 1987 TIMES: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. PLACE: Moose Hall, Terrace Bay The public is invited to attend and discuss the contents of the Control Order with representatives from Kimberly-Clark of Canada Ltd. and to express their opinion to Ministry of the Environment staff. Draft copies of the Order and supporting information may be obtained from the Ministry's Regional Office at 435 James Street South, Thunder Bay, or by attending a public information session to be held on: _ January 14, 1987 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. PLACE: Terrace Bay Recreation Centre FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: W. D. Murray (807) 476-1315 J. A. Murphy (807) 476-1315 Wednesday,