on... Around this time of year many leading psychics reveal their predictions for 1975. Some of these predictions are nothing less than startling or sensational. But, I wonder, how nany of these hair-raising predictions wil come true? Now, here are some of the terrible things they have pre- dicted: fuel crisis will be back at the gas pumps in Canada and the United States; President Ford will resign, Lord Snowdon's marriage will break up; protesters will march on Washington to voice their disapproval of rising unemploy- ment and ever-growing inflation and, finally (hear this) aliens from outer space will send messages to earth before landing in fantastic face-to-face encounters with humans in 1975. Now, there are some things that I can predict m'yself, without being a psychic. For instance, if my grandmother is 90 years of age, I can easily predict that she's not going to live longer than 10 or 15 years. If my car is 4 years old, then I can predict that in the next two or three years lIll need a new motor or at least a major overhaul. Further, if I see that Mary Jane is giving me a hard time, I can predict that she'Il be no longer my date in 1975. I predict she will be bumped off. Of course, there are some other predictable predictions: In 1975, Alex will have to cut down on his spending budget as inflation is to prevail; this year Alex will date some thirty odd women and they all will tell him to stay single; also yours truly will be asked to attend a number of cock- tail parties at the expense of local politicians;in 1975 Alex will experience some difficulties. Needless to say, these are my own whimsical predictions for 1975. The more serious predictors, of course, get a much bigger play in newspapers and fan magazines. Strangely enough, some predictions DO come true. Eight out of ten well-known psychics who made their predictions for last year, quite accurately foretold the resignation of President Richard Nixon. They also scored with a prediction that Henry Kissinger would get married in 1974 (and he did) and that Middle East crisis would continue. But, many of the predictions for last year never came true. I remember one psychic said that San Francisco would be wiped out by a terrible earthquake. For aIl I know, thecity is still there. Also predictions, of visitors from other planets did not materialize. My own concensus is that approximately two thirds of the predictions are nothing more than an exercise in futility. Most predictions are long shots. But, it is always interesting to read them nevertheless. You may have also noticed that there is plenty of gloom and doom in those annual predictions. The brightest pre- diction, however, is that of an electronic device which will prevent all heart attacks and the up-an-coming discovery of a "fountain of youth" drug, designed to stop aging, wipe out wrinkles and give the elderly a new young look. Some of these predictions l'Il store away and let you know the scoreboard by next year, if I'm still around. Have a happy (worrysome) New Year! Manpower Report The number of clients registered for employment at the Canada Manpower Cen- ters in Oshawa and Ajax for the month of December to- talled 4,926, which consisted of 2,464 male and 2,462 fe- male clients. Registrations increased in the following occupations: managerial and administrative, machining (tool and- die making and welding), assemblers, and un- skilled factory workers, con- struction trades, truck driving and students. There was a decrease in clients registered in the sales, clerical and ser- vice occupations. A total of 669 persons were placed in employment during the month. The maj- ority of placements were made in the following indus- tries: manufacturing, personal services, food services, post office and retail trade. You OÀThe Cus ome 0Cóunts We style your hair your way. Need suggestions? We con give them. Know what you want? We'il do it. We run our shop to serve you. irTONY'S HAIRSTYLING Report from the Legislature BILL NEWMAN M.P.P., ONTARIO SOUTH RIDING Hates To Miss Question Period You will recognize after reading about-my meeting in Ottawa that a Cabinet Minister cannot always attend the legislature. Personally I hate to miss even one day, as my record indicates. In fact, since my appointment as Minister of the Environment, I have only missed the Question Period three times, I believe. The Question Period is a forty-five minute session held each day in which the Opposition and the N.D.P. are given an opportunity to ask Ministers about matters affecting our Province. The Ministers are not given advance notice about the questions they will have to field. I have always believed this a truly worthwhile procedure in our democratic system and would do nothing to put an end to this parliamentary right of opposition parties. Where I do draw the line however, is when the Leaders or members of Opposition parties take up the time of the House (their time as well) to ask politically oriented ques- tions which have no bearing on anything whatsoever except to make a political point. This irresponsibility is a matter which they will have to answer for, not me, thank goodness. I might suggest to anyone who is contemplating a visit to the Legislature to view the proceedings, to come for the opening of Question Period. It is an excellent opportunity to witness lively exchange and to see how your Govern- ment works. If you wish to attend the Legislature, please call my office and we will ensure that you are able to get a seat from which you may see the debates. Environment Ministers Always Work Together In reading the press one could get the impression that occassionally politicians attempt to pass the buck onto another level of government when criticism is levelled against them. I want to assure you that this is certainly not the case in environmental matters between Canada and Ontario. At a recent meeting in Ottawa I met with my counter- part Madame Jeanne Sauve, Federal Minister of the Envir- onment. Our discussions involved a wide-ranging number of topics which will all have a significant bearing on Canada- Ontario efforts to abate pollution. I an personally pleased to report that our meeting concluded with Madame Sauve and I having a better under- standing of our respective problems and wiîth a stated commitnent by both of us to work together to solve those problem s. Officiais from Ontario and Canada who sat in on our MITCHELL BROTHERS Building Supplies Ltd. Brooklin 655-4991 PITTSBURGH CITATION PAINi From $1095 gi r •ie WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15,1975, PAGE 7 discussions were advised to get together whenever necessary to tackle any environmental problerns before thern. It was inost refreshing to meet with Madame Sauve because although we have opposing viewpoints, we were able to.set aside politics in order that we deal with the important reason for our meeting, which was to solve environmental problems. Where to Run At this moment I am pondering the effects of the recently announced electoral boundary changes. Under the redistribution plan, the size of my present riding of Ontario South has changed in three places. West Rouge, North Pickering and East Whitby are all transferred to other ridingt through the use of the new municipal boundaries created. by the formation of the Region of Durh am. This means that my own North Pickering residence is no longer in my riding. I have said publicly on a number of occasions that I will run in the area in which I live, which is now riding of Durham North. You are all aware, however, of my historie attachment to Durham West (Ontario South) riding which consists of a seven year association of friendship with many many friends and supporters as their elected representative. The decision on my future course is obviously one on which I must deliberate very carefully. I expect to be able to advise you of the riding I will be seeking the nonination in early in the new year. 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KIR KLAND & MURPHY Barristers & Solicitors 3 Main Street East, Smith Falls, Ontario Solicitors for the Executor ANNUAL MEETING WHITBY RED CROSS SOCIETY Date - Friday, January 24th, 1975 Place - Whitby Public Library - Program Room Public Welcome - Time - 8:00 p.m.