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The Rural Voice, 1988-09, Page 83ATTENTION WOODLOT OWNERS Thinking of selling firewood or sawlogs? The Ministry of Natural Resources has experienced and professional staff to provide advice and management expertise in managing your woodlot. Services provided include: 1. Marking of trees for cutting 2. Advertising of your marked sawlogs 3. Tips on marketing forest products All services are FREE. In Grey and Bruce Counties contact the Ministry of Natural Resources in Owen Sound at (519) 376-3860 or toll free 1-800-265-3720. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Minister Hon. Vincent G. Kerrio FARM SAFETY FACTS from IV9West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance SAFETY TIPS: • The greatest danger period is three to four weeks after filling the silo – stay out if possible. • If you must enter the silo where gas may be present, use a self- contained breathing apparatus Men you need insurance call: Frank Foran, R.N. 2, Lucknow and follow confined space entry procedures. • Post warning signs to inform others of danger. SILO GAS can be a swift and silent killer. It can also cause long term respiratory disorders. 528-3824 Lyons & Mulhem, 46 West St., Goderlch524-2664 Kenneth B. MacLean. R.R. 2, Paisley 368.7537 John Nixon, R.R. 5, Brussels Donald R. Simpson, R.R. 3, Goderich Delmar Sproul, R.R. 3, Auburn Laurie Campbell, Brussels Slade Insurance Brokers Inc. Kincardine 196.9513 887-9417 529-7567 529.7273 887-9051 Dungannon, Ont. NOM 1R0 (519) 529-7922 6 THE RURAL VOICE FEEDBACK from providers of credit. On the other hand, creditors, in particular the banks, must learn to provide a level of understanding and service commensu- rate with their fee structures. It is very difficult to formulate general policies to aid any industry, due to the individuality of each of those involved within that particular sector. I do believe the criticism lev- elled at those within the debt review process and at the process itself is unjustified, as I for one am very proud to be involved with a process that helps anyone, be it a satisfactory conclusion or not. Recently a letter from an applicant was received, and I quote: "We are thankful to the committee members (names withheld) for en- couraging a settlement that allows our farm and family room to survive. We found all individuals involved to act in a sincere and compassionate man- ner and would add that they are a credit to the intent of the debt review process." The FDRB process may not be 100 per cent perfect, but just one letter such as above can provide for a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Certainly it would be wonderful if every applicant could receive the result they want, but reality does not always allow it. In closing, I believe it is important for everyone to remember the results of the FDRB process are usually dir- ectly proportionate to the expectations of the applicant.° A. D. Morris Mildmay, Ontario IS LOCAL INCIDENT A REFLECTION ON FREE TRADE DEAL? An interesting footnote to Mr. Mulroney's visit to the Goderich area last month was what happened at the end of my lane. Some weeks ago I put up a sign which says on one side "CANADA — Don't trade it away" and on the other "Let Canadians Decide." It expresses my concerns about the Mulroney