SPORTS init s2 Castlegar News November 1, 199 angston among free agents NEW YORK (AP) — Mark Langston is leaving the Montreal Expos and probably won't be going back Langston, the left-hander acquired May 25 by the Ex pos from the Seattle Mariners for three young pitchers, was among 18 players who filed for baseball's free agency on Monday, the first day such filings were allowed. “The chances of him going back to the Expos are, well, | wouldn't say never, but I would say very slim,"” said Arn Tellum, Langston’s agent Langston rejected a $7.1-million, three-year deal with the Mariners before Seattle traded him. He was 12-9 with a 2.39 earned-run average for the Expos after going 4-5 witha 3.56 ERA with the Mariners. He was 74-67 lifetime with Seattle, a team that has never had a winning record. The Mariners did not want to repeat the mistake they made with Mike Moore, who left last winter to sign with the Oakland Athletics. So the treal at a future date,” said Bill Stoneman, the Expos vice president for baseball operations. hie Langston was born in San Diego and has at times ex: pressed a desire to play in California ‘The chances of him going back to the Expos are, well, | wouldn't say never, but | would say very slim.’ — Arn Tellum, pitcher Mark Langston's agent “Obviously. he’s interested in talking to all the California teams,"* Tellum said, ‘*I think everyone knows that, But there are other teams out there like the (Chicago) Cubs, the (St; Louis) Cardinals, the (New York) Yankees Mariners traded Langston to Montreal for young pitchers Randy Johnson, Scott Holman and Gene Langston made $1.3 million this yea an offer for a three-year contract, reported at about $9 million, but withdrew it last Monday **The door is open if he wishes to negotiate with Mon. Rally subdued OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) About 1.6 kilometres from the site of the ear thquake’s worst disaster, Oakland celebrated a World Series victory Monday in a muted rally that recalled the wreckage and marked the city’s renewal More than 4,000 fans of the Oakland Athletics, who completed a four-game sweep of the San Francisco Giants on Saturday, joined in the rally in Jack London Square that began with music and a flag processional The-parade was subdued compared to the celebration after the San Fran. cisco 49ers’ Super Bow! victory last January, but the A’s were still grateful “The longer you have to wait for something, the more it means to you,”’ A's manager Tony La Russa said **Nobody likes the reason. we had to wait so long to be the world cham pions; but I know it means a great deal toallof us."" The Red Mountain Racers 10th ANNUAL SKI SWAP @@ CASTLEGAR COMMUNITY COMPLEX SUNDAY, CLOTHIN 5, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m NO FAULTY EQUIPMENT WiL TO SELL: Register items for sale Sun TO BUY: Sunday, November 5, 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m TO CLAIM: Claim money for sale items or unsold items, Sunday Nov. REGISTRATION FEE: 50¢ per item. HANDLING: 15% of selling price WIN ONE of 10 DAY PASSES — Donated by Red Mtn. Ski Club RED MOUNTAIN SEASON PASSES AVAILABLE and others he'd like to talk to.” Harris. r. Montreal made TOOK ADVANTAGE A total of 117 players are eligible for free agency and shave until Nov. 13 to file, First baseman Nick Esasky of the Boston Red Sox was the first player to declare free agency, filing with the Major League Baseball Players Association at 9:05 a.m. CY Outfielder Hubie Brooks, Langston’s teammate on the Expos, also filed on Monday, as did Tony Pena of the Cardinals, the top available catcher. He is not wanted back by St. Louis, which wants to go with rookie Rodd Zeile **Pena has half a dozen or so teams that he has par- ticular interest in,"” said Tom Reich, Pena’s agent. ‘He's pretty flexible,"’ Others filing included pitchers Jeff Reardon and Shane Rawley of the Minnesota Twins, pitchers Floyd Bannister and Steve Crawford of the Kansas City Royals, pitcher Ted Power of St. Louis, first baseman Pete O'Brien of the Cleveland Indians, pitchers Frank Tanana of the Detroit Tigers and Walt Terrell of the Yankees, and out fielders Rick Leach of the Texas Rangers and Lee Mazzilli of the Toronto Blue Jays. Also, outfielder Dave Collins of the Cincinnati Reds, pitcher Rick Rhoden of the Houston Astros, infielder Tim Teufel of the New York Mets and outfielder Carmelo Mar tinez of the San Diego Padres. Two players who would have been eligible for free agency had their options for 1990 exercised on Monday George Bell of Tornto at $2.1 million and infielder Tom Foley of Montreal at $335,000. The 1989 Athletics, La Russa said, are among the best teams in baseball history, including the 1975 Cincinnati Reds and the 1927 New York Yankees. Each of the; players, standing in front of a banner that Oakland's World Serious,” briefly to the crowd read, spoke “After last year’s disapp to the Dodgers, the mot gratifying part about winning this year was showing the whole world what the A's are really like,” third baseman Carney Lansford ing loss said AREA ROPED OFF }*Last year when the Series was over thé one thing we all said in the clubhouse is that there were two teams that played in the World Series," he said. ‘One won, but there was only one ballclub that could expect to come back again next year. And we were that club Bell to return TORONTO (CP) — The Toronto Blue Jays have picked up the option on George Bell’s contract, the ‘American League club confirmed Monday. The outfielder-desigm iter batted .297 and drove in 104 runs, the third time |in_ four seasons he’s eclipsed the 100-RBI mark. Bell, who's spent his seven-plus years in the majors exclusively as a Blue Jay, signed a two-year contract in March 1988. It gave Toronto the option for 1990 at a salary of $1.2-million. Meanwhile, the Montreal Expos will extend the contracts of three of its players, Bill Stoneman, a club vice-president, said Monday. Second baseman Tom Foley, 30, will have his op- tion year of 1990 picked up as part of a two-year con- tract signed in June 1988. Pitcher Dennis Martinez, 34, will have his contract extended through 1991, an option year, as pera contract signed earlier this year, Stoneman announced, Third baseman Tim Wallach, 32, signed a contract extension of two years, 1990-91, earlier this year. The club is exercising its option to extend the contract through 1992 November 1, 1989 . ss CastlegarNews _* Probert unaware of fix DETROIT (AP) — Bob Probert, the former Detroit Red Wing tough guy, knew nothing about an alleged $1 million scheme to fix the cocaine smuggling case against him, a federal prosecutor said. A federal grand jury in Buffalo, N.Y., on Tuesday indicted a Canadi: on charges of trying to bribe an under cover agent posing as a U.S, customs service agent. The agent was asked to lose the evidence against Probert, the indictment alleges. Dan DeFrancesco of Hamilton was charged with offering a bribe, obstruc tion of justice and conspiracy, and faces 15 years in prison and fines of $3 million. Assistant U.S. Attorney Kathleen Mehitretter said in a telephone inter view from Buffalo that DeFrancesco, in his mid-50s, is alleged to have told look easy. SLIDIN AND GLIDEN . . . The women hit the prepare for the start of the curling season t at the Castlegar Curling Club Tuesday to week. Above, Fran Metge makes it “the agent he ‘*was working on behalf of: others so Mr. Probert could play hockey again.”* In Detroit, U.S. Attorney Stephen NOV.5 a G SALE Nov. 5, 9:30a.m Raiders 6-5 12:00 noon c \ BE ACCEPTED FOR SALE. 8 Passenger Includes Fuel Inj., V-8 Engine, 27.5 Gal. Fuel Tank, Fully Loaded, Air Conditioning, Power Windows & Locks GMC RALLY STX WINDOW VAN Deep-Tinted Glass, Trailer towing Pkg Stk. No, 8-48-07-0 % FINANCING By The Canadian Press Castlegar native Travis Gre at 17:01 of the third period, gave the Spokane Chiefs a 5-4 win over the Brandon Wheat Kings, in a Western Hockey League game Tuesday night In other games, the Moose Jaw Warriors, wearing new uniforms and playing at home for the first time in 18 days, - ¥20)92. OWNHILL & NORDIC “)~~ sys beat the Medicine SKI EQUIPMENT & Hat Tigers 6 EFS 5 WHEAT KINGS4 The victory on home ice was the fourth win ina row for the Chiefs, who improved their record to 7-8 and moved in- to a share-of third place in the Western Division with the Seattle Thunderbirds Green opened scoring 23 seconds into the game. The other Spokane goals were scored by Ray Whitney, with two, and Bob House. Colin Gregor, obtained Mpnday n’s second goal of the game, while the Victoria Cougars overcame an affliction known as ‘‘bus legs’” to wipe out a two goal deficit, edging the Prince Albert Green scores twice from the Lethbridge Hurricanes, chipped in with three assists. Cam Brown and Brian Purdy. Trevor Kidd blocked 28 for Brandon. cou seem to have much jump,” through the league’s eastern division ended in a 2-2 tie. The Wheat Kings, who finished a six-game swing through the Western Division with two wins and four losses, got two goals from Jeff Hoad and one each from Shawn Dietrich: stopped 29 goals for Spokane while RS6RAIDERSS “We had a little bit of bus legs coming in — we didn’t said Cougars coach Lyle Mof- fat, whose team is travelling by bus on a long road trip “But we rallied from the deficit and came out big in the third period.”” It was the third win of the season for Victoria. The Raiders have now lost 10 of their last 12 starts. Dave Shute, Mike Seaton, Terry Bendera, Larry Woo, Clayton Young and Dino Caputo scored for Victoria, which trailed 4-3 after the second period. The first period Markman said the bribery case was thoroughly investigated and Probert was cleared of any wrongdoing in con nection with the scheme “It was determined that neither Mr Probert or his attorney had any knowledge of the bribery scheme until it was disclosed to them by federal of ficials,"" Markman said ina statement SEARCHED AT BORDER Probert was arrested in March on charges of trying to smuggle a half ounce of cocaine across the border from his home in Windsor, Ont. The drug packet was found in his under wear during a strip search on the U.S side of the border He pleaded guilty to importation of a controlled substance and was senten ced on Oct. 17 to three months in prison and three years of probation The former right winger has been banned from the National Hockey League, but the Red Wings hope to have Probert return to the team after he serves his sentence Mid-Week Wrap-up Bourque, bos HOCKEY ai Se Ant Northern Division Rochest Son Diego 26 0 132 NATIONAL CONFERENCE fost Son Froncisco tARams New Orleans TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL SCORING LEADERS Unolficiel NHL scoring leaders alter Tuesday games one yn. Sign scout Eddh Announce they will team trom Wythe dison and guard Cro Dalios Maverick Hall which saw f Ww Cub leader Dexter MacRae (left) Cub pack learn a new song during an Oct. 24 investiture ceremony at the Scout ¢ Beavers — Dylan Lutze, Scott Nieman, Blaine Schykawy, Andrew s and Travis Henne — promoted to Cubs. CUB CEREMONY ich b $ of the 2nd C Recreation n ews Idabc chapter has busy agenda The Castlegar Chapter of the Lear ning Disabilities Association of B.C held its fall meeting recently at the Kinnaird Junior secondary school with 32 members and guests attending. The group viewed two video tapes on how allergies alter learning and behavior followed by an open discussion period Other topics for discussion included the possible development of an infor mation manual for parents by the provincial education committee. Some of the suggested topics to be covered identify disabilities, how it affects the child and family, and the responsibilities of the were how to learning INCREASE YOUR DOLLAR'S BUYING POWER! parents and school The fundraising committee presen ted its project of a business calendar in which local busir spot to advertise. Five hu dars are being printed with most of them distributed to the businesses and the remaining copies displayed within the community The goal of the fundraiser was to raise enough money to enable the members to create a greater public awareness and understanding of the nature of learning disabilities. One way of doing this would be by assisting the Castlegar schoglWistrict in (Regular 89.95 value) excited about! *maintenance free -5400 series *60 month warranty *480 amps (cranking) * fits most domestic cars The price is the best part. Your dollar will definitely get a charge out of this! For a limited time only or while supplies last, NAPA's best battery deal is yours for an unheard of low price! Get the battery that never says die! And give your dollar something that's worth getting bringing in a speaker at a local con ference. Appreciation was extended to committee members and to the local businesses for making the project suc cessful Resource information received by the group included a document on the integration of special needs students from the United States Department of Education and copies of the New School Act and its regulations. Members were also in formed of taped books that are available at the Castlegar library research Next meeting is to be scheduled this month % By REC DEPT. STAFF Now that all the bunnies, clowns, ghosts and goblins have been laid to rest for another year our thoughts turn toward our next holiday season, Christmas. With that in mind, we at the Community Complex are offering a number of Christmas crafts for your enjoyment VICTORIAN CRAFTS — Make this Christmas special with an old fashioned theme. Learn the art of decorating these beautiful crafts to take home. This will take place on Thursday, Nov. 9 from 7_p.m.1o.9 p.m. at Kinnaird Junior secondary school’s sewing room for only $10. CHRISTMAS WOODEN HEAR- 'S — This beautifully carved wooden heart will be wrapped in Christmas prints, filled with.baby’s breath, rib bons and bows. Simple, easy but oh so elegant. Sign up for Thursday, Nov. 16 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Complex for $12 PINECONE WREATHS OR PINECONE TREES — These crafts will decorate your home or make a lovely gift for someone special, No talent is needed but the results will im press all your friends. Make this a special evening out and sign up for either Wednesday, Nov. 22 from 7 p.m. to9 p.m. or Tuesday, Dec. 5 from 7 p.m, to 9 p.m, at the Complex for only $18. CREATIVE TWIST WREATHS — Decorative straw wreaths wrapped in Christmas coil make a unique gift These easy-to-make wall hangings will make you the envy of all your friends Be the first to create a twist wreath on Thursday, Nov, 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Complex $13 INCREDIBLE EDIBLES — This is the season for parties! Learn to whip up tantalizing tidbits for your next get together Appetizers and hors d'oeuvres will be prepared ‘for you to test and taste! This happens Thursday, Dec. 7 from 7 p.m. 109 p.m KJSS kitchen $10. HAIR STYLES FOR CHRISTMAS — Fast arid easy hair styles for all those Pythians hold annual bake sale Members of Kootenay Temple No. 37, Pythian Sisters, held their annual tea and bake sale on Oct. 28 in the Legion Hall with a Halloween theme prevailing throughout the hall General convener of the successful event_was Inis McAdam and the tea was officially opened by MEC Susan Bycroft Each of the-many tea tables were decorated with a Halloween theme. In charge of the decorating commit tee were Pat Verzuh, Fran Moffat and Kae Andreashuk Edie Wanless and Donna Goodey of Sardis B.C. were in charge of tea tickets. Slim Thomas and Dorothy Schwiertz were in charge of the quilt raffle, Lil Neumann and Myrtle Thomas were in charge of the sewing and novelties table Joy Saunders and Rose Soberlak took care of the well-laden bake table. Helen Peddle, Edith Ferguson and Gordon Ferguson were in charge of the white elephant sale Fran Moffat, assisted by Inis McAdam, Jean Jones, Joyce Giddens, Mary Gleboff, Joan Marks and Michael Bycroft, was in charge of the ever-busy kitchen. Services were Susan Bycroft, Jan Neumann, Stella Palamaruk, Pat Verzuh, Alice Dorothy Salisbury and Donna Archibald. During the tea, en tertainment was provided with Kae Andreashuk and Donna Archibald in charge. Several of the sisters of Kootenay Temple dressed in costumes and sang songs pertaining to Halloween. Debbie Tomkins and het dancing girls (also dressed in spooky costumes) entertained with highland dancing and violin selections Greg Archibald and Tompkins also played musical selections. The door prize of a wall plaque was drawn by Susan Bycroft and won by Norma Kinnicki of Castlegar Special thanks to Tony Schwiertz, Slim Thomas, Michael Bycroft and Seamen Dewis. Lecouffe, Halloween Christmas parties. Learn ideas to freshen your look this Christmas using Wed nesday, Nov: 29 from8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Complex $5 CHRISTMAS CRAFTS (six to 12 years) — A four-week session that will focus on four Christmas presents for family and friends..Nov 1440 Dec. 5, Thursdays, 3 p.m .to $ p.m. Complex $15/four classes. MRS. KLAUS KITCHEN (six to 12 years) — Make delicious: Christmas goodies for you and your family. Treat yourself to a class full of fun as you learn the art of Christmas baking Thursday, Dec. 7 from 3 p.m, to p.m Complex $5. 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