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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1960-04-14, Page 1No. 15—The Home Paper With the News CLINTON, -ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL, 14,1 960 • 0.00 Per Year- -i0 cents Per Copy-12 Pages Linton N THE NEW ERA-95th YEAR THE HURDN RECORD-79th 'YEAR Handsome Bronze Plaque .eorge: H. Jefiets6n. Hanipore Soon May -Drive 60 Mph Here Highway 8 from -Stratford to Goderich, is one section of highway which is af- fected by adjustment in speed limits upward to 60 miles per hour. This view looking toward Holmesville, includes one of the heavy transport trucks which thunder over the pavement day and night.' For the most part, Highway 8 is a straight roadway, newly re-surfaced to serve the heavy traffic. John Yaremko, Minister of Transport announced the rise in speed limit last Thursday, and will go into effect as soon as appropriate signs are obtained and erected. (News-Record Photo) A grant of $50 to the Horticul- tural Society was quickly follow- ed at Monday . night's_ council meeting, by authorization to in- crease the grant to the Clinton Spring Show by $50, to a total of $250 this year. • Communication from the Rev. D. 3. Lane asking for re-instate- ment of the horticultural society grant of a few years back, was received favourably. Deputy Reeve M. Agnew commented that flowers are a wonderful thing after a, long winter, and that the society did an exceptionally fine job. He said he would like to give them $100. Reeve Melvin Crich spoke also, noting that the flower-bed's were a credit to the town, including those at the hospital. But he thought $100 was too much. Councillor L. G. Winter noted that visitors to town would surely appreciate the lovely flowers, tended by the horticultural soc- iety members, and suggested not spending over $100. Council de- cided upon the $50 grant. And for the Fair Howard Snell approached coun- cil in the name of the Huron Cen- ed that children's classes had been added to the prize list this year. "Clinton is in the centre of a rich 'agricultural area," said Mr. Snell, "and we should be able to Wipe port it. The rural munielPalitiee are Aetising their grants front $50 to $100 for 1960." He also com- mented that Seaford), and Mitch- ell councils granted $500 to their fairs. Clinton Petitions For Liquor Stores Here Two motions were passed with- oust comment by Clinton Town Council on Monday night, re- questing the establishment of li- quor and beer stores in town. Both were sponsored by Council- lors G. Rumball and N. Liver- more. The Brewers WarehouSing Company will-be petitioned to es- tablish a store here for the sale of beer, and the Ontario Liquor Control Beard will be petitioned to eetablish a store• here for the sale of liquor. This action follows the 'vote of April 23, when Clinton voters fav- oured establishment of these stor- es, With a vote of 1,131 "V'es't and 345 ‘`No". Champion RCAF lady Bowlers Posing with their hard-won trophies are members of the RCAF Ladies Bowling League team the 'Dish- pans"•, They received the Fairholme Trophy presented by Mrs, Jack Holmes rat the banquet held last Friday evening in the Legion Hall. From the left, front, Mrs. Ray Brown, Mrs. Steve Soros; bdCk ?OW, Mrs. Bob Perkins, Mrs. Stan Brown and Mrs, Jack Thompson. (Photo by Jervis) Council Feels School Board Efficient in Handling Funds T.tle Prot. .Cottinin=;"-: Ronald McKay is Hired To Teach At Clinton School Ronald McKay, at preSent com- pleting a one year's' course .at Stratford Teachers College, has been hired by the Clinton Public School board for the term com- mencing in. September, Mr. Mc- Kay is a native of Clinton. lie began teaching after Grade 12 at CDCE, and 'taught for two years. He has taken two summer courses in that 'time as well. Mr. McKay•will be expected to take charge of the sparks program and supervision on the playground during recess and noon hour per- iods,. lie was hired to replace Terrence 3. Carter, the vice-prin- cipal who resigned last year. The Board decided earlier this year, that it was not necessary to employ a vice-principal in a school the size of Clinton's. Principal Bert Gray has sent home a questionnaire to parents concerning the desire to organize a. parent - teachers association. There has not been such an org- anization in Clinton within the past ten. years. He reports that of those returned,, over 90 percent of 'the parents favour such an erg- anization. Suggestion, for. the parent teachers questiOnalre came from some of the interested parents about two weeks ago. Principal Gray reported an en- rolment of 533 at the end of March, etimpared with 539 at the start of 'that month, and an. erage attendance of 92.23 percent There Were 19 days on Which a Supply teacher was needed. Plans were ,made for .the open house held last night, ' The Week's Weather 1960 1950 High LOW High Lot April 7 41 21 49 21 8 42 26 50 41 9 • 35 28 45, 34 10 31 24 40 31 11 44 29 42 32 12 56 39 42 27 13 59 32 48 22 Snow; 1 inch Itairit10 inches Presentation last night of a handsome bronze plaque was Made to George H. Jefferson, re- tired principal of Clinton Publici School. Alec Cudrnore, veteran member of the, school board made the presentation. Wording on the plaque inelud- 'es the following, often quoted by Mr, Jefferson to his: pupils: "What writest thou? the vision raised., its head And with a look made of all. sweet accord Answered, "The names, of those who love the Lerd." - Maitland Edgar, 190 Albert Street, was successful on Sunday, in being elected deputy governor of Zone B Kinsmen Clubs of Ca- nada. The anneal Kin confer- ence was held in Chesley on Sun- day. Ma i t 'is vice-principal of A/V/M Hugh Campbell Public School at RCAF Station Clinton. He is a former - president of the Clinton Kinsmen Club, and this is the second year tlf'et he ran for Three hundred dollars will be earmarked 'in the 1960 town bud- get for the needs of Clinton Corn- muniity Concert Band. 'This young group- is under the leadership of George Woncli. At the February meeting the Rev. 3. A. McKim ap- proached council from. the band committee, requesting $975 for predicted expenses this year. Included in the- outline was $200 general equipment; $75 for uni- form caps; $200 for' uniform •fund and $600 forthe bandmaster's sal- ary. Speaking to the matter on Mon- day night the chairman of the fin- ance committee, Deputy Reeve M. J. Agnew, spoke in praise of the great enthusiasm of the young people in 'the hand, and of their leader. He noted that they need- ed the help of the good senior bandsmen in town, who played in former bands. Mr, Agnew said he could not see a presentable hand in the near future without the help of these experienced bandsmen. "Older fellows don't have enthusiasm," he said, "X don't myself." The deputy reeve commented that the finance committee had decided that the town is not ready at this time to provide a salary for as leader. Councillor G. Rumball spoke to the matter, noting that the young band has a long way to go. He said he felt- the parents shpuld be willing to continue to pay 50 cents per Week, per lesson 'for their in- struction, and that he did not fav- our paying the $975 grant reques,' ted. Councillor George" Beattie said he wee of mixed opinion of Wheth- er a band would be a suecests iii Clinton,' noting the decease of the band before, and of the death of the chamber of commerce, He said that the older bandsmen could help a lot, but they are not taking an. interest, He said he would favour a grant when' the bald was ready to `Show us something in band Musk," and noted that When the senior band in Clinton got $250 grant they had to present an itemized statement to council to get their money. Deputy Reeve M. Agnew said it was a. difficult decision to Make. "We're bound to displease Some- body. Outside of those interes- ted in promoting 'the band, We have heard same adverse critic- lf we were in better financ- ial position, X would be happy to give strong support." Mr,. Ag- And is mine one?" said Abou. "Nay, not so," Replied the Angel. .Abou spoke more low But cheerily still, and said, "I pray thee, then, Write me as -one that -loves his • fellowmen." The Angel wrote and vanished, The next night - It came again, with a great wale,' erring, light And showed the names whom Love of God had blessed. And Lo! Ben Adhem's name led all the rest! • —By Leigh Hunt the important office:. He was con- gratulated by Robert Hethering-, ton, Chesley, who won the post in 1959, despite Malt's efforts. • The Clinton Club sponsored him' well, and carried out a con- tdnued campaign to have him el- ected. 125 delegates attended the conference from. Clinton, Durham, Goderich, Hanover, , Kincardine, Listowel, Markdale„ Meaford, Owen Sound, Shelburne, Walker- ton, Wingham and Chesley. Malt is the first. Clinton Kin to have the honour of serving •as deputy governor. Mr. Edgar hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree, earned the hard way, mainly through extra-mural study and summer courses at uni- versity. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar have four children, Brian, Barry, Brenda and Beverley. The accompanying photo was taken by Kelvin Jervis, local photographer, to be used in pro- motional literature during the campaign. new commented that the commit- tee would like to see the money spent on uniforms, not on leader- ship fees. Councillor J. D. Thorndike re- marked upon• the good discipline that Bandmaster Wonch gives the band. Mr. Agnew -recalled when he was a bandmaster in Clinton him- self, and that: one year when they got $300 grant, they spent $1,800. "This band can get out and hustle up money, too, if they want to." Farmer Wins $50.00 In Orange Lodge Draw The $50 prize drawn for on March 25; by the Loyal Orange Lodge Building Fund COMinittee, was won by Charles Stewart, RR 4, Clinton. The plaque and its presentation was the ,brain-.child of an interest- ed group of younw'. men, fanner etudents. of Mr. Sefterson ' during his time principal of the pub- lic school beee, 1.97. to 1956. Though retired Or four years, lelr. Jefferpon is -on' supply staff and is oftee -called upon to fill in at the school. • Recently 'Mr. Jefferson has be- eotne very well kneern on the lo- cal public speaking circuit, and hie 'address on the value and beauty of poetry - is welcomed wherever he goeS. That of course is but one of, the tepics on which he is quite capable of speaking. Besides the open classrooms at- tended by teacherSs last night, there was a fine, eniueical pro- gram in the ,auditorium, Mrs. May Rance Mackinnon.. led her charg- es through a great 'Variety 'of songs, Ken Wood, chairman of the sports committee of the school board presented the awards for field day competitions. The pro- ficiency awards, and for public speaking, were made by K. W. "Danny" Colquhoun, chairman of the board. In ihis address, .3, A. "Bert" Gray commented on the recent in- terest shown by the parents in the beginnings of a parent-teach- er organization in connection with the -school, The general' profidiency award went to Nancy Olde; the public speaking award to Alan Lowe. In presenting 'the plaque Alec Cildmore noted .that this was a 'time when thoughts of a 'host of men and women in the community recall the school days they spent while Mr. -Jefferson. was princi- pal. "He never let pupils forget other values, more important than education." Speaking briefly, Mr. Jefferson said he wished -scene:tee would tell him what. a fellow could say .un- der these -.circumstances. He said he appreciated . what Mr. Cud- more had said. know, ..he was On the b.ea"ftlibert came,' was there while I taught in this school, and be's still a member of the board." "I 'am pleased, too, that my name was coupled with a poem which, has meant a great deal to me. Because I can't say what I want to say—I'll repeat 'the poem." After his usual sincere delivery of Abou Ben Adlieme Mr. Jefferson said, "I • think you'll agree with me, that to have your name linked with that, puts an awful burden on one." Parking Meters Being Considered Again Here Councillor J. Douglas Thorn- dike, as chairman of the police committee reported his change from_ considering two-hour park- ing on main streets was the ans- wer to all-day parking problem, and instead would suggest instal- ling meters. He will prepare to have a •representative of a meter firm visit council and explain the entire situation, Mayor Herbert Bridle explained to the Clinton Public School Board last Thursday -night that he and Councillors George Beattie and George Rumball had come to the meeting to get information for the public. He felt that a discus- sion would help council see the reason for 'the increase of $17,000 needed this year by the school hoard. The session appeared to be quite satisfactory, and on Monday night the report made ,to the council meeting was that the board was efficient. Mayor Bri- dle said then that he believed the Councillor N. Livermore com- mented that the fair was "the on- ly big day in Clinton. We don't want to see it stop." Reeve M. Crich spoke as a dir- ector of the fair.• He reported on the support given the' show by people on main street and fann- ers, amounting to about $800 in cash donations. He noted that if the board had not had to spend $170 on the barns last 'year, they could have paid $300 off on the debt. Councillor D. Thorndike said that if it were a Saturday Fair, he felt it deserved the extra grant. • Councillor Winter noted that agriculture is the biggest indus- try of the area, and it was only fitting that Clinton should boost the agricultural men. The motion of Councillors Symons and Liver- more was passed, granting $250 this year. Grader To Rent By PUC Charged At S5.60 Per Hour "Yays and Nays" were called for the first time this year at Monday night's council meeting • Reeve Melvin Crich, The question was that of whether or not to set rate of $5.60 per hour for Use of the grader by persons other than the town. The motion was sponsored by Councillor Winter and Deputy Reeve Agnew, and was defeated, by a nay vote of all other mem- bers of council.. A second motion, amending this to state "for the use of the PVC" (sporisorel by Councillors Thorn- dike ,and Rumball) was passed by a majority vote, though "yays and nays" were not called for. Reeve Crich and Deputy Reeve Agnew opposed this second motion. With regard to the public 'works eomtnittee, Councillor Donald Sy- mons stated he was riot convinced it was a wise thing to take the streets' men Off their regular Work to go and trim trees. His feeling IS that an expert is needed for the job, and he warns of consequen- ces if town streets men are he, jilted While at this task. Councillor L, G. Winter repor- ted they planned to sweep the streets When it was dry enough, board was doing a good job. "The upward trend of costs is general, not just in Clinton," Councillor Beattie commented that the board was quite agree- able. He said he tried to make a few suggestions, and he thought they could possibly forego some of the renovations this year, and cut down on supplies, if they really wanted to. • Councillor Rumball reported that after all the school board was responsible for the raise in taxes, "not us." He said he came away from the meeting with a lot better feeling than he had before he. went-. • ' At the meeting •with the. board last week, K. W. • Colquhoun, chairman, reported that the main cause of increase was for teach- ers salaries. Also making up part of it was a deficit of $2,500 at the end of 1959. George Levis head of 'the 'study and welfare committee of the board reported that salaries here are not out of line with ..other towns. Both Seaforth and Goder- ich have a higher salary'schedule than Clinton. He noted that there is' not a cumulative sick leave plan, but one is being con- sidered. Clayton Dixon, head of the pro-• perty committee reported that al- most everything for instruction and maintenance is purchased roc-. ally, because local businessmen are taxpayers, too. The council' comittee suggested to the board that "if a sizable saving could be found, then the fact that these local dealers are taxpayers would not be of any moment." Mr. Dixon reported that they had brought old desks from the old school, but they tried to re-furn- ish one room each year, to bring 'them up to date. The desks are so old that other school boards will not buy themsebut when they 'are replaced, must be sold for scrap. Mayor Bridle commented* on this, saying, "we have to give you the money you ask for, but we patch the furnace at the 'town hall, and we inherit used furni- ture from the Public Utilities Commission. We can't afford these new things in the town hall." There are 15 full time teachers on staff at the public school. 0 Siren Installed On Roof Of Town Bell Tower Last Thursday the fire siren was moved from the roof of the former PUG building, over to the flat top on the bell-tower of the Town Hall. A test blown at five O'clock that night brought fire- men running, and showed the meehanism in good order. PUG Workmen prepared the wiring, with Harold Wise doing some of the electrical work at the town hall, and then Hector Kings- well completed the moving job, The test at, Saturday noon was the prolonged whistle from the County Herne, instead of the cus- tomary rise and fall, but Tuesday at noon when an alarm came in, the tifth Worked perfectly. Clinton Stores To Stay Open To-night . Since the regular open night in the week, is Good Friday, and therefore a holiday, a number of the stores in .Clinton plan to stay open' to-night, -Thursday, April 14. Regular closing time of nine o'clock will be observed. Bill Riehl Buys Home From Mother William Riehl has purchased the property at 24 North Street from his mother, Mrs. Margaret '(George) Riehi. He intends mov- ing his family from 154 Albert Street, shortly. Mrs. Riehl will continue to occupy part' of the house. (1.1y W,la.D.) NEWCOMERS T a CLINTON he unable to understand the last paragraph Of the 40 years: age -coltimo . , . The "Palace -Block" mentioned there is the building at the north -east. .coro- er of Rattenbury and Albert Streets., until last surer occupied by,' the Public Utilities', and the wraps will be taken, off by Al -Galbraith very eocirt new . . Then it will house Galbraith Radio and TV, and several 'other .stores on the ground floor, , * THE "MIDWAY" BLOCK IS that seotion which now includes' Clinton Cab,. Frank < van Altene's barbership, Clinton Laundry's Speedwash and Stanley's Meat Market. , * "IT IS NOT HOW FAST YOU drive . . but how fast you stop, that is critical," says the Ontario Safety League. . . * * * WE'VE - HEARD THE COM- ment around town that with en- relmerit at the public school go- ine down . . "why don't they fire. one of the teacheis and save mon- ey that way" . . . Weil the fact is, enrolment has dropped only 22 pupils from the all-time high of 555 at the end of December . . Even with 15 teachers and 5$3 pupils, that means' an average of • 35 pupils per teacher . . and that's at least five too many . If enrolment dropped 'to 450,, we don't think it would be any too wise to fire any of the teachers.. . * * * WHILE CLEARING UP OLD, type-eases during the past two weeks, the young lad's in the back shop have disturbed 'tinge quan- tities of dust . . . and an indica- tion of the age of some of that dust was, noted this week' . . . On the hattole. of one of the eases. were the words . . . "Whitely and Todd, Clinton, Ont." That part- nership bought the Clinton Record . in 1882 from a man by the name, of E. Floody, and they printed the paper for some years; until they sold out to the late G. Edward Hall . . . They must have bought that type-case then . . and. mow- ing the theory. of most printers, - (that a little dust never hurt anyone) "it is quite possible that some 80-year-old dust still clings. to that particular type-ease. * * * HOW DO THEY DO . MILL rate for South Huron District High School was set at seven . mills 'again this year . . Last year the rate in Clinton for CDCI Purposes was 7.08 mills . . . This year it probably will be 13mills... . . South Huron School is In Exeter, and they have 598 stu- dentS compared to . Clinton's 482 - students....' Band Gets Uniform Fund From 1960 Town Budget Maitiand_Ectgar_Earns Job As Kin Deputy Governor $300 Grant to Fair, Flowers Council Finds Both Worthy