SUPER BOWL OUTSTANDING, BREES OUTDUELS PAYTON, OPTIMIST GAIN COMMUNITY RESPECT

OSHAWA, Jan 7th: Underdog New Orleans Saints behind the brilliant quarterbackingb from  Drew Brees employeed a second half story line defeating the game time five point favourite Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XVIL in Miami 31-17.  A handfull of Oshawa Optimist club supporters witnessed probably the greatest National Football championship game ever played at Johnny’s Original Eatery and banished themselves about 10:00 pm stamping out the phrases – ‘we’ll be back again next year’.

It was great, remarked Ron Cordell and his 40 year old son Keith.  The food was superb, the new friendships we gained was super, the underdogs won and now both of us have a better understanding of what the Optimist movement is about here in Oshawa.

Profits from this are directed towards the 27th annual Christmas Food Hampers and Toys to needy local families with scheduled delivery  established for Dec. 19th, 2010. Cordell was a happy camper  departing with a crip $50.00 bbill topping the lucky cash award at half time.

The Oshawa club promotors who organized these event just a few days earlier expected a crowd of 100 patrons however had to settle for 35 customers.  They’re  planning another party for 2011.   Two local councillors, John Neal and John Henry appeared and enjoyed  themselves.

LIZ CROSBIE WINS TOP PRIZE

Special quarter by quarter prizes where awarded. New Optimist Elizabeth Crosbie gained  the top prize, a suite at the GM Centre including 10 OHL tickets and VIP parking passes for the  OHL games featuring the hometown Oshawa Generals against Kitchener Rangers on Sunday afternoon Jan. 21. This prize was donated by the City of Oshawa. Other prize winners where Cathy Kehoe, Greg Bamber, Ron Cordell while John Thexton captured the coveted 50/50 draw.

It will be another busy week for our local service club. Monday nite (Feb 8th) it’s the weekly Progressive Euchre Party featuring 10 games starting at 7pm. Followed by a director’s offsite  meeting at the Durham College Athletic Complex on Fri. Feb. 12th. That same evening the Optimist will complete their final payment directed towards the 9th annual Thomas A. Scero/Sydney H. Breland Memorial scholarship awards to the 2010 winners Courtney Small (varsitt basketball) and Jordon Sutherland (varsity soccer). The first payment was presented last November.  The winners receive an annual split payment and  the final adjustment cheque. The winners must maintain the high level standings in both education and their individual varsity sport.

Members of the Optimist club, friends and family will receive FREE game day basketball  tickets from the college for the O.C.A.A. basketball twin bill against the St. Lawrence Lancers. Actually a bonus game has been added. The Lady Lords game starts at 6:00 pm the men’s match up going at 8:15 pm. The bonus game features the D.C. alumni.

The Optimist presentation will be handled by event chair Sybil Dewhurst and Greg Bamber during intermission estimated to start at 7:50 pm.

‘KAP-MAN’ WINS AHEAD – HEADS FOR CRUISE & FLORIDA TALKING PROUD

Week 20 Results….

OSHAWA, Feb 1st: To say, Teddy Kapuscinski has made a lasting impression at the Optimist Club of Oshawa sponsored Monday Nite Euchre would be a mammoth understacement.  He joined the weekly party back on Jan. 11st being encouraged to join fellow loving card players bt his friend David Debosky. Certainly he’s stamped himself as superb euchre player taking first place overall on his first night and followed up with another pace setting leader board result with a night 82 points. To date he’s accumulated 285 points including six lone hands and a nifty game percentage of 71.25%. His latest triumph was a cliff hanger nosing out Jim Durval by a orphan point 82-to 81. Meanwhile Sandy Crosbie and fast improving Ken Graves finished deadlocked in a third place tie with 77 points apiece.

This Thursday, (Feb 4th) he departs for a one month vacation. His iternity includes a two way stay enjoying a Carbinean Cruise plus a fort-nite resting in the sunshine state of Florida.

Never one to brag ‘The Kap-Man’ he chose the $35.00 Durham Region Golf book full of plenty of discount golf games and restaurants as his first prize over the normal $20.00 cash award. Relating back now, the retired Durham Region school board retiree was prouder of the of O.U.I.T. hockey ball cap he won during the weekly 50/50 draw. The proud Ukranian hasn’t taken it off since. He was wearing the cap proud going out the door acknowledging safe trip and enjoy your vacation from his peers.

Rounding out the top ten point getters where Cathy Kehoe, Jim Brooks, and the upcoming ace Don Richardson,  Neil Metcalf, David Conway and Dave Dobesky.

DUVAL PUSHES BATMAN ASIDE

Vactioning Ron ‘Batman” Hele has relinquished his first place grip on the most points YTD category. He has dropped  slipping into third place while enjoying his annual winter cruise vacation. Accepting first place is Jimmie Duval who continued his steady play. Jimmie “D” now has 1,143 points on the year, He’s followed by veteran Pat ‘Baba’ Passfield who has 1,129 points. Gloria Logan who seems to have the inside track of overhauling Duval follows in fourth spot. Bob ‘Dirt’ Burtinsky, David Conway, Jim Brooks, Peter Pniauskas, Eric Goodwin and Bob Blair share the top ten spotlight.

PRIZE BOARDS NOW OVER $4,000.00

Playing Monday Nite Optimist Euchre has been profitable to our players. After 20 weeks and 10 weeks remaining to season’s end retail and cash awards now stands well over $4,000.00. for an average of over $200.00 per event. Latest 50/50 winner was Bob ‘Dirt’ Burtinsky collecting $54.00. Discount Golf Books, Opti-Napa Valley White Wine plus a wide variety of prizes ie-safety auto road kits, toasters, “T’ Shirts, ball caps, toasters etc have been won this year. Prize winners this week beside’s Burtinsky where Don Richardson, Jan “Hon” Lynch, Jim Brooks, Ted Kapuscinski, Elizabeth Crosbie, Dave Stoliker, Ken ‘Story Teller’ Ferrill and Gregory Bamber.

BAMBER RECEIVES PEERS SUPPORT

Physically challenged Optimist Euchre player Greg Bamber who is confided into a wheel chair received special support from his fellow players. He’s involved in his third annual wheel chair endurance ride scheduled for later this month in Peterborough. He raised over $200.00 in pledges to be directed to his favourite charity- the handicap. Three years ago he was helping a friend shingle his roof when he fell to ground and is now restricted to a wheel.  Always up-beat, Bamber celebrated his 54 birthday last weekend

OPTIMIST SUPERBOWL FUNDRAISERS GOES SUN. FEB 7

Optimist and their friends and sports fans are guaranted a FUN 6TIME at the Optimist Club of Oshawa members sponsored Super Bowl party this Sun. Feb. 7th. It’s the 44th annual gala NFL championship game from South Florida featuring the NFC’s New Orleans Saints pitted against the AFC’s Indianapolis Colts. It should be great night of exciting football and bonding with those in attendance. A capacity crowd is expected.  Special Prizes including a $500.00 valued OHL Suite for the Feb. 21st game against the home town Oshawa Generals against the Kitchener Rangers. Tasty all you can buffet menu, munchies, desert, salad, coffee, tea, and a cash bar being available.

Proud supporter of the Oshawa Optimist Club restaurant owner/chef Johnny Milosh has an open invitation for everyone to attend.  Other rewards features a 50/50 draw plus cash awards.

Johnny’s Original Eatery is located in Oshawa at 850 King St. West. Advance reservations can be made by calling 905-576-6919 or 905-576-7748. Doors open at 4 pm. and kickoff is 6:00 pm

All profits are directed towards the Optimist Club of Oshawa 27th  annual Christmas Food Hamper and Toy Deliveries scheduled for Sun. Dec. 19th. .

SUPER BOWL SUNDAY FUNDRAISER HOSTED BY OSHAWA OPTIMIST CLUB FEB 07TH

OSHAWA, Feb 7th;   You can circle Sun. Feb 7th on your Optimist Calendar of Events that’s a must. It’s the 44th annual Super Bowl for the National Football Championship and the Optimist Super Bowl Party is a go.  Doors will open at 4:00 pm sharp.  Two of the best team ever are pitted against each other - New Orleans Saints playing the Indianapolis Colts. It’s should be great game and your attendance will make it even better.

We’ve chosen one of Oshawa’s favourite eating establishments Johnny’s Original Eatery 850 King St. West located in Oshawa within the King/Thornton Plaza.

Excitement will prevail with all proceeds going directly to the 27th Annual Christmas Food Hampers and Toy deliveries to needy Oshawa families chosen by the Salvation Army.

A special prepared hot buffet meal has been authorized by restaurant owner Johnny Milosh who is a strong supporter of Optimist programs over the years.  Special prizes, a $500.00 OHL Box at the GM Centre featuring the Major Junior “A” game between the Kitchener Rangers and the hometown Oshawa Generals on Feb. 21st is up for grabs. Cash  prizes will be awarded after each quarter and at half time. Door prizes are also available. 

A nammoth 60″ TV screen along with 3 others are available for viewing.

Tickets go on sale this Fri. Jan 29th from any member at Johnny’s Eatery or from an Optimist Club of Oshawa member or be calling with 905-576-7748 or Optimist headquarters 905-576-6919 for reserved seating.  Admission prize is $25.00

‘THE WORM’ SQUEEZE INTO VICTORY LANE AT OPTIMIST MONDAY NITE EUCHRE

FIVE ADDITIONS TO 1k CIRCLE

It’s a monkey see, monkey du scenario with the Y.T.D. points category. First it was Ron ‘Batman’ Hele breaking into the century club followed by Pat ‘Baba’ Passfield last week reaching the coveted plateau. Now five more monkies have climbed aboard the century club in points. Jim Duval 1,062, Gloria Logan 1,046, Bob ‘Dirt’ Burtinsky 1,042,  David Conway 1,042 and Jim Brooks 1,006 are over the top.

Hele does remain in first place with 1,122 points followed by runner Passfield at 1,074. Hele’s first place hold may be short lived as he departs for a two week vacation cruising the Carribean while Passfield has a undetermined surgery date for next month to repair her hip and knees.

CONWAY RETAINS PERCENTAGE LEADERSHIP

For the second consecutive week veteran David Conway has hung onto to his leadership in the presitigious percentage race. He boast a solid 72.21% game percentage. Hot on his heals are Jim Brooks 71.85% David Stoliker 71.25%, Also in contention are Gloria Logan, Bob ‘Dirt’ Burtinsky, and Dave Dobosky.

ODDS & ENDS

“HATS-OFF” to veteran Euchre player and Optimist volunteer deluxe Cathy Kehoe. She’s working with the Sofmac Shoe Co aiding needy families in Haiti . The citizens of his country are in dire-need of footwear. At Euchre Jan 25th Kehoe collected 32  pairs of shoes donated by the Optimist Monday Euchre Club after responded from a late Email request just two hours in advance.

You and your friends can help. Donations are being accepted at Johnny’s Eatery 850 King St.W. Oshawa (King/Thornton plaza to-day and on Wednesday. If further information is required contact cathy.kehoe@gmail.com

PRESIDENT – STEPHEN HAMBLEY CREATING A NEW OUTLOOK AND START FOR OPTIMIST CLUB MEMBERS

OSHAWA, Jan 19th -  Incoming Optimist Club of Oshawa president Stephen Hambley informed his first membership meeting members he’s creating a new beginning for his  revamped service club.  Our outlook remains the same helping the YOUTH & COMMUNITY by lending a helping hand when required.

Coming off a successful 8 month car raffle and the 26th annual Christmas Food Hamper and Toy Drive the new membership are riding the strings of success. Back in May of 2009 the club almost folding with only $2.86 in the bank. ‘The reward is new members have jumped on the Hambley Express’

At the first meeting, the new exeutive comprised of President Stephen Hambley, president elect Sybil Dewhurst, secretary Jim Shaw and treasurer Marjorie Ogden now have a future ahead. Other joining in at the first meeting included Eric Goodwin, Greg Bamber, Ron Hele, Peter Pniauskas, Elizabeth Crosbie and Sandy Crosbie.

Future plans to complete the 2010 Optimist calender years which ends on September 30th, 2010 includes the announcement of committee chair positions including Durham College Athletic Scholarships Awards under the direction of chair Sybil Dewhurst, the CCDHH  will be handled by Greg Bamber, the NASC “T”-Mush Ball tourament goes to co-chairs Peter Pniauskas and Ron Hele, Family”Spring Break” Family Skate – Jim Shaw, new bingo chairs – Elizabeth Crosbie, Euchre Chair – Margaret Ross and theatre chairperson – Sandy Crosbie.

It should be another exciting Optimist year  under expert direction of Stephen Hambley

IS ‘BROOKER’ REGAINING HIS OLD FORM AT OPTIMIST MONDAY NITE EUCHRE

OSHAWA, Jan 18th: Is veteran Optimist Monday Nite Euchre player John  “Brooke’  getting set for a late season end rush to become the top Euchre player for 2010? It certainly looks so. Buried in the doldrums the first have of the seasons, “Brooker” as he his known to fellow players seems to have kick started his comeback efforts.

The retired Durham Catholic School board custodian scored a 82 point effort- 39 points more than his Jan. 11th effort to state that’s back into the hunt. As a results his splendid showing gained him $20.00 of Opti-Cash. It was a superb showing scoring four lone hands and a trio of double digit wins while toiling along side his father and mentor Ralph “Red”, Jan “Hon’ Lynch and Ruth Bell. Affectionly known as Brooker, he now has 22 lone hands on the year plus a respectable percentage average of 68.00%. Right behind Brooks were Optimist president Stephen Hambley and his dad Red Brooks each with 78 points.

BABA JOINS BATMAN IN 1k CIRCLE

Pat ‘Baba” Passfield has joined Ron Hele in the Century mark in points this season. She now has 1,010 points compared to the first place holder Hele at 1,063.  Expected this select group shorter are Bob ‘Dirt’ Burtinsky, Gloria Logan and Jimmie Durval. This trio could accomplish this as early as next Monday.

LEGROS GEORGE TAKES HOME 50/50 WINNINGS

Meanwhile David Conway has reclaimed first place in the all important percentage leadership board. Conway a former Oshawa Councillor boast a 72.00% compared to last week’s Dave Stoliker. Less than one percentage point separates the two. Stoliker is behind by 0.75% for his presitigious award. Other contenders are Bob Burtinsky, Jim Brooks, Bob Blair, Ron Hele, Peter Pniauskas, Jim Durval and the only female highly touted Gloria Logan.

CAN SPELL OR PRONOUNCE HIS NAME – THAT’S ‘OK” JUST CALL HIM TED

OSHAWA,Jan 11th:  So you can’t pronouce his name or even spell it…. don’t worry it’s OK the magic word is KAPUSCINSKI - which means you’re a winner the first night out at the Optimist Club of Oshawa sponsored Progressive Euchre party.

His name  is pronounced KAP-U-SHINT-SKI (heck that’s a simple Irish name) but if that’s your hang-up he’ll answer to TED. He’s the latest winner collecting $20.00 of Optimist Club of Oshawa cash for claiming first place of the 36 players who completed. His bank manager is happy for his client whose on a fixed income. A retired Durham Region board of education employee was introduced to Opti-Euchre by his friend and fellow “Ukie” David Debosky. Last Wednesday (Jan 6) after celebrating Ukranian Christmas Debosky convinced  him of the coming out for a night of fun and cards.

“The unexpeced  windfall was great, but meeting the Optimist members and friends was important to me” remarked Kapper – everyone made me feel welcome – and that’s the important thing” he continued. Mr.’K’s’ collected 79 points covering his ten games including a trioka of double digits victories playing with his talented partners the hubby-wife Brook’s Pat and John along with Gord Johnson. He registered a pair of important lone hands during his 9th game.

HELE FIRST TO HIT  1K POINTS PLATEAU

Ron ‘Batman” Hele scored 72 points and became first player to reach the 1,000 point milestone this campaign. Acknowledged as one of the top players, Batman has stiff  completion from Pat ‘Baba’ Passfield at 953 points followed by Bob ‘Dirt’ Burtinsky 918, Gloria Logan 909.

DAVID  STOLIKER PACE SETTER IN PERCENTAGES

Fast improving ‘Super Dave” Stoliker has taken over the most important stat, first place in percentages per game. Currently he’s moved into first place with an impressive 73:27% per every ten games. At year’s end a special prize is awarded to the winner. To qualifty a player must appear in 75% of the scheduled games. This is the only fair way to declare the overall best player. By employing the 75% rule, this still allows time off for winter vacations and illness. Defending champ George Hagerty won a $100.00 gift card from Wal*Mart SuperCentre. He refused the price and donated it back to Optimist Club of Oshawa for their ongoing mandate helping the Youth of Oshawa.

KEN GRAVES WINS WEEKLY 50/50 PRIZE

Popular Kenny Graves jumped up quickly when his lucky number was called in the weekly 50/50 draw. His reward was $51.50 but his windfall was short lived when his wife Fay one of our volunteers stepped  in and thanked him for by a ticket. To date this popular game of chance has dispatched $952.00 in prize cash. Tickets can be puchased at the door prior to Euchre for $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. Other valuable prizes are also awarded ie-two slice toaster, discounted golf books, auto emergency kit, flashlights, bottled water, windshield washer fluid etc. Four different players finished deadlocked for the nite’s most lone hands. Another corporate decision was accomplished when Margaret McFayden was presented with a bottle of Oshawa Optimist Napa Valley White Wine for her efforts via a coin flip.

FOSSUM SUFFERS HEART ATTACK

Veteran Gary Fossum who has missed the  2009-2010 Euchre season has suffered a  heart attack. After having successfull surgery removing disc from his back the Myrtle resident was scheduled to be released from Scarboro General Hosiptal on Jan 13th suffered a heart attack. Doctor Grant did a superb job minded his back problem with bolts and medal has ordered extra care for him. No home date has been forcasted since this latest problem. Once back on his feet the care-giving-patient role will be reversed. His wife Mary who works has been the care giver for her hubby  and father finally be permitted to have her hip and knee replacement surgery.Both have been missed this Euchre season and they aren’t expected to return until the 2010-2011 season starting in September 2010.
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SUPER DAVE – TOP DOGS SCORES 90 PTS, GORD-0 NETS 50/50, BUSHWACKER ENJOYING HIS WINE

OSHAWA, Jan 4th: Plenty of suprpises as the  Optimist Club of Ozhawa sponsored Monday Nite Progressive Euchre resumed kicking off the second half at Johnny’s Original Eatery after a two week festive shutdown permitting the players to enjoy Christmas and New Years.

Super Dave Stoliker claimed the top point honours and $20.00 of Opti-Cash for finishing first place overall of the 36 players posting an impressive 90 points – that was two better than his nearest rival  the fast improving Cathy Kehoe who checked in with a nifty 88.

Playing in his first year, Stoliker has been impressive since day on. He now boasts a 74:70% per game having played ten games YTD.

What’s probably more impressive he jumped 33rd spot to first. He’s accumulated 744 points, 19 YTD Lone hands.At the Jan 4th showcase he started and finished slowly but during the middle games he was awesome. Biggest head occured after intrmission.

“It must have been that tasty and delicious deserts that kick-started me” quipped the happy first place finisher. Teaming up with Pat Brooks, Marjorie Ogden and Bob “Dirt” Burtinsky as his capable partners this trioka recorded a trio of double digit victories. Earlier playing with caggy veteran Neil Metcalf collectively with 13 points.

Rapid improved Kehoe placed a disappointing second. She’s really improved her game playing with confidence. Another upstart Brian Tremblay vontinues his strong – attemping to depart a season long slump since the season opened last September. Overall he finished deadlock for a third place tie. Seems Tremblay has been fighting a nasyt flu which has directly hurt his scores.

GORD-O NETS $59.00

Retired Gordie Johnson who finds himself on a fixed income  since January lst has solved the problem living on a budget. First game back and he captured the weekly 50/50 draw worth $59.00. Earlier in the evening his wife and daughter visited Johnny’s for supper. “I guess I was lucky” said Gord-o, they departed before the intermission announced the Optimist windfall was announced.  Cash pay-outs after 15 weeks of play was resulted in payoffs of $901.00.

BUSH WACKER ENJOYING HIS WINE

Eric ‘Bushwacker’ Goodwin again lived up to his Optimist nicknamed. The finished in a three way tied with the nites most lone hands with four. Sharing the spotlight with him was Patricia Books and Brian Tremblay. It took a coin flip to decide who would the victor of the Optimist Napa Valley produced white wine.  Always a solid player who is also known to his card playing friends as the “Quiet Man” His YTD totals are impressive with a individual per game point average if 63:58%. He joined from 37th position on Dec 14th to 15th this time around. He has totalled 24 LH’s.

FOSSUM SET FOR FRIDAY SURGERY.

Likeable Gary Fossum will finally have his muched needed  back surgery. He’s missed the entire ‘09-’10 Optimist Euchre season living in plain. The operation will be conducted on Friday Janary 8th at Scarborough General Hospital. Once he’s  completely recovered he’ll returned to the Euchre table. His wife Mary whose his capable caregiver will be having hip/knee surgery once Gary has resolved his problems. Your fellow players have missed both of you this  campaign.

Action resumes Jan 11th at Johnny’s Eatery located at 850 King St. West (905-576-7748) We excpect player to report by 6:50 pm permitting the games to begin at 7:00 pm sharp. Admission price is $10.00 which includes ten games, a intermission tasty lunch with desert plus all the coffee, tea or hot chocolate you require.

All profits collected go directly serving the Optimist Club of Oshawa mandate – Supporting our Youth & Community. This committment has prevailed since July 22, 1982.

OPTIMIST MONDAY NITE EUCHRE RESUMES JAN. 04TH AFTER TWO WEEK FESTIVE SHUTDOWN

OSHAWA. Jan04: Yes it’s a new year, Yes it’s a new decade and YES the Optimist Club of Oshawa sponsored weekly Monday Nite Progressive Euchre  Parties resume this Monday, January o4 at Johnny’s Original Eatery 850 King St. W. (905-576-7748). The first of ten scheduled  games starts at 7:00 pm sharp. After 5 games we’ll take our normal intermission break for a delicious prepared lunch and desert.

As usual the player recording the most collected individual points will receive a $20.00 reward of Opti-Cash for their effort. The most lone hands victor will claim the smooth tassting bottle of Opti-Napa Valley White Wine. See Marg Ross or Fay Graves for the opportunity to participate in the weekly 50/50 draw. Tickets are $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. Admission remains at the econominal $10.00 for this import fund raiser to support Youth Projects within the City of Oshawa.

The only repeat YTD  50/50 winner has been Pat ‘Baba’Passfield – $60.50 (Sept 140) plus $51.50 (Nov 23) for a YTD total of $112.00. Other winners where John Zarowny $66.50, Norma Hubbell $75.00, Peter Pniauskas $72.50, Eric Goodwin $44.50, Ron (Batman) Hele $71.00, Shirley Robinson $68.00, Heather Paquette $41.50, David Stoliker $65.00, Margaret Conway $54.00, Gregory Brooks $65.00, Johnny Thexton $47.00, and the last winner prior to the Christmas/New Year’s  break, Optimist president Stephen Hambley on Dec. 14th of $60.00

Overall Y.T.D. our prize board has produced $3,057.00 in awards

OTHER IMPORTANT STATS

Top Percentage Player:………………….. David Conway 75.50% points per game

Most Points Individual Player………… Ron ‘Batman’ Hele   862

Most Lone Hands YTD.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,   Bob ‘Dirt’ Burtinsky   39

DEWHURST REPORTS – RAFFLE AUTO WINNER PAULA WINECK SUPER HAPPY

WHITBY, Dec, 30th: Optimist president elect Sybil Dewhurst said she’s never seen a happier  couple than Paula and Jim Wineck. Dewhurst representing  the Optimist Club of Oshawa  Inc membership presenting the keys for a 2009 General Motors produced Pontiac Vibe when delivered door to door by Thomas Motors from Cobourg.

The excitement within the Wineck household was visibilty unbelievable with joy entrenching the Wineck household while awaiting  the deliver won ticket no.  05293  purchased at the Wal*Mart Super Centre during this past summer.

The vehicle was gleaming, licensed, insurance documented, verified and prepared awaiting for the Wineck’s official ownership take-over.

Immediately following the presentation they drove off  “in a cloud of dust’ wearing the biggest smile, grinning from ear to ear about their Optimist windfall.

Dewhurst remarked – ‘This was memorable and exciting experience’ not only for myself but the volunteers who sold nearly 12,000 tickets covering 31 weekends with over 10,000 volunteer hours. Profits from this fundraiser supported  the Optimist Club of  Oshawa 26th annual Christmas Food Hampers/Toys deliveries conducted on December 20th for needy qualified families.

The winning ticket was drawn by Private Kasey McBride a medic in the Canadian Army Forces. The nearly 12,000 tickets inserted into the drum was veritified under the watchful eye of Lt.Col. Robert Brown from the Oshawa Armouries.