PAGE 6, WEDNESDAY, J ANUARY 16, 1985, WHITBY FREE PRESS Miller's the man to beat, Ashe teils Brooklin Tories Rumours that Tory leadership candidate, Dennis Timbrell was considering a coalition with reported thrid place candidate Larry Grossman, did not phase Frank Miller supporter, George Ashe, MPP for Durham West WHITBY MA RTINIZING CLEANERS 2 FOR 1SALE SAVE 50% Phone 668-6491 for details 106 Brock St. S. Whitby, Ont. and Minister of Gover- nment Services. At a small meeting for the Brooklin Progressive Conser- vative Association, Ashe said that even con- sidering a coalition two weeks before the con- vention was a sign of desperation. "The fact that Tim- brell's 'campaign manager has had to think of that secenario is a sign of desperation," said Ashe. "Even if there was a coalition it wouldn't make any difference," headded. Rèports that Industry Minister Miller's sup- port is waning was also denied by Ashe saying that since the bargaining by Tim- brell's manager was made public, Miller's support has grown by five more delegates. "We're still picking up delegates here and there,"said Ashe. The recent appeal for more pointed debate in the leadership race by Roy McMurtry was discounted by Ashe. "The third or fourth place candidates always want to change the for- mat," responded Ashe. For the benefit of those who could not at- tend the Progressive Conservative Associa- tion banquet late last year, Ashe restated his reasons for supporting Miller in his bid to suceed Premier Bill Davis. "While all the can- didates are good and have had professional and educational backgrounds, only one stands out", said Ashe, "and that is Frank Miller". Ashe contended that Miller is the only can- didate that has had real business experience and the worry of facing a pay cheque every week. Ashe said that Miller has shown more maturity while the other candidates are still young and have plenty of opportunity in the future. After the convention Br(oklin Bylines SINCE 1917 DO YOU REMEMBER WHEN STREET CARS ONLY RAN AS FAR AS THE HIGH SCHOOL? Yes, we can and the population was only six thousand souls. That's the time we started a QUALITY MEN'S WEAR shop in Oshawa. We have earned a fine reputation in the area and we suggest that you take time to prove this by coming into MURRAY JOHNSTON'S ½ YEARLY SALE. Murray Johnston (osHAwA) Limited Ashe predicted an "ex- citing year for the PC party and Ontario." Ashe also predicted a late spring or early summer election. Ashe answered a number of questions from the Brooklin members on the issues likely to influence the provincial election. On the separate school issue, Ashe was asked if there will be any change in the government's position. Ashe doubted there would be any change, saying that the issue isn't really a political issue. "No there won't be any change," said Ashe, "although you can't dispute that there is an issue, this is not a political issue because all parties are on the same side. The bill received all party sup- port, although not unanimous, when the Premier brought it to the house." Ashe agreed that the most important issue is uhemployment: a problem that is not easy to solve. Ashe pointed out that in Ontario there is 100,000 more people working than last year but admitted that there is still more and more people entering the labor market. Relying on old prin- ciples, Ashe believed that the solution to the labor problem was in the free market system and the introduction of permanent jobs in the private sector rather than government spon- sored jobs. By BETTY-JEAN BLYTH Call 655-3679 with Items for this column Now that the Christmas season is over with it's at- tendant drain on our pocketbooks, I am making one last plea for donations to the Ethiopian Relief Fund. Up to now the response has been something less than overwhelming; in fact, I blush to mention the meager amount that bas been collected so far. The January Baby Bonus cheques will be out in a few days and I am begging you on behalf of these desperate people to donate just one cheque to help save a starving child. I realize that there bas been a lot of adverse publicity over misdirected funds but our Canadian contributions have been getting through or so Ihave been assured. The box is still in the Childrens Marketplace (op- posite the Post Office) waiting for your donation. CANCELLED The Navy League Dance-a-thon was cancelled as some of you may have already discovered. I apologize for any inconvenience I caused but I didn't get word of the cancellation until after press time last week. EUCHRE PARTY The Brooklin Legion Ladies' Auxilliary is resuming its regular euchre evenings the fourth Wednesday of every month. The next one will be next week on Jan. 23. As usual there will be a door prize and refreshments. Get out and join in the fun. OPEN HOUSE Group 74 is holding an open bouse and registration EQUAlITY PRODUCTS 725-4511 8 SIMCOE ST. N. Downtown Oshawa PHN 8316 &OficSuple a. night for its winter craft classes on Jan. 17 in the Community Centre. The following courses are being offered - bunka, palette knife oil painting, smocking, basic bridge, woodcarving, cake decorating, rughooking, quilting, glass engraving, crochet and finger-knitting. Everyone is invited to come out to view the various displays and talk to the instructors. Classes begin Jan. 31. For more information call Bev Stanley at 985-9269 or J. Hurtibese at 655-4353. FOUNDATION OF THE FUTURE The Heart Foundation has a new name and a new goal: it is now the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario. The purpose of this foundation is to provide funding for research and education to help reduce the death and disability rate caused by strokes and heart disease. The new slogan is "Follow Your Heart - Give with your Heart". Again this year, February is Heart and Stroke Month and for the Brooklin area, the chairman is Verna Sheppard while Carolyn Gilbert is co-. chairman. They are asking for volunteers to can- vass their own neighborhoods during the month of February. The area to be covered is Brooklin, Ash- burn, Myrtle, Columbus and Raglan. The southern boundary is Hwy. 7, on the east it's Simcoe St. N., on the west the boundary is Durham Rd. 23 and the northern boundary is Concession 10 or Townline Rd. There is a real need for volunteers to canvass the following areas especially: Ashburn Rd. going nor- th from Hwy. 7 to Brawley Rd.; Cochrane St. N., Country Lane and the Concession Road going east and west of Baldwin St. Anyone who is able to spare a few hours to assist in the important task is asked to contact either Verna at 655-3675 or Carolyn at 655- 4855. PC ANNUAL MEETING Despite the frigid weather there was a good turn- out for the Progressive Conservative meeting held last Wednesday. The new executive chosen is as follows - Barbara Parrinder was re-instated as president, Gary Young is first vice-president and Roxanne Reveler is second vice-president. Bruce Bagg is treasurer and Alice Whiting is again secretary. Durham West MPP George Ashe was guest speaker, discussed the candidates running for the provincial leadership and predicted an election in the spring or early summer. Mr. Ashe stated that he is supporting Frank Miller's bld for the top job. A card party is being planned for the spring and I will have more details on this when a definite date has been set. LIBRARY NEWS The Christmas party for the kids was a huge suc- cess and the staff would like to thank Santa for dropping by to add to the fun. Paul Greco was the lucky winner of the Giant Candy Cane Contest. Anju Mehta, Carrie Kellar, Christine Harper, Chrissy Forsythe, Terri Lowe and Evelyn Van der Krabben were the lucky draw winners. Pre-school story hour resumed on Jan. 15 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. for children aged 3 to 5. This is an hour packed with stories, crafts, music and games. It takes place every Tuesday in the children's library. The Adult Group Session takes place at the same time in the upstairs library. An open invitation is extended to ail adults in the community to come out and meet new friends or old neighbours during this informative hour. The first teen program for the year features Mrs. Darla Hunt on Jan. 21 from 7 to 8 p.m. Mrs. Hunt will be presenting a seminar on manicures and han- deare for young aduits. Those who would like to avail themselves of the opportunity to learn more about this important aspect of good grooming are asked to drop into the library to register or call 655- 3191. There is no charge but itis necessary to know the number of people expected to attend in order to accommodate everyone.