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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1964-02-06, Page 4Editorials . to discuss the possibilities .01f - a .CentYal, eouraging at meetings held last week .4.7MNP,ANCE, was certainly er.k;, Grants Tippe school for the, townships :.Of .Stanley and Hullett, as it 's.17e*e, that rate,. payers of those communities are keenly interested in, the welfare and future of their children.. Regardless of whether those in attendance were either for or against such' a move, it is important to note they were interested enough to attend and hear the factS as outlined by those • with knowledge of the situation, as. well as those with opinions both pro and con, These "information" meetings will continue in Hullett until spring, as each of the 13 school boards agreed to hold a meeting of their respectiVe supporters and report the' opinions of these meet- ings back at a later session of the. township. There will undoubtedly be much discussion before central school be- comes a reality in either township, but there can be little doubt that it will have to come sooner or later by needs- sity—if not by choice. d Even Farther However, .We expect it will come by choice, as. information given at both Meetings proves that a .central eelateol provides rural children with a better education ..at the same price-rand even lower than, what is being paid nqw. Greater impetus toward central elementary schools has also been pro- vided in the Ontario. Foundation ..Tax P.1411 announced last week by Education Minister W, G. Davis.' • "Definite are being made," he said, "to help eliminate inefficient use of the educational tax dollar by creating larger units of school admin- istration," And, as pointed out J. W, Coul- ter, public school inspector, at the Hul- lett meeting, government grants are already "tipped" in such a manner as to encourage centralization. The an- nouncement by Mr. Davis indicates these grants will even be "tipped" fur- ther, pointing out the fact 'that author- ities have no doubt but what centralized education is best from, all standpoints. And this is certainly what should be used as a basis for decision by the municipalities concerned. . May Be Up To The Parents. THE CANADIAN Home and School and Parent-Teacher Federation announ- ces that.it is sending every member of Parliament a reprint of a magazine art- icle, "What TV Violence Can Do To Your Child." For the past three years the Feder- ation has been pressing the Board of Broadcast Governors and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, without ef- fect, to undertake research to find out exactly what television is doing to Can- adian children. "A mighty but unassessed force is changing our children and thereby chan- ging the future of our world," says C. M. Bedford, president of the 300,000- member Federation and a lecturer in re-- search at, Teachers' College, Saskatoon. The Canadian children spend about one-sixth of their waking hours watch- ing televisiont 'This massive exposuretto a 'supercharged' world of fantasy, dram- atic stimulation, violence and commer- cia.I persuasion is moulding the person- alities and behaviors of children in a subtle, but highly significant way." The BBG and CBC have told Can- adian Home and School in effect, that they have no money to spend on this type of research; but that studies made in other countries will be watched. "I am astonished at this response," says Mr, Bedford. "The CBC has some W0,000,- 000 of public- money each year to op- erate a service that has the power to af- fect for good or ill, the behavior, beliefs, morals and ambitions of Canadian child- ren. Yet they say they are not able to spend a cent of that money to find out what, in fact, is resulting." The latest study by Stanford Un- iversity psychologist Albert Bandura, PhD confirms the fear that children are strongly influenced by the aggressive characters they watch on television who slug; stomp, shoot and stab one an- other. I Scenes of brutality do not impel viewers to immediate voilence them- selves, but inhibitions against aggres- sive behavior are reduced. Forms of aggression are taught; so that if a comparable situation arises, the actual methods learned from watch- ing screen violence are more likely to be used. If more switchblade stabbings are shown on television more schoolboys will produce knives in moments of anger or fear. "In most homes television flows as freely, and is accepted as uncritically, as tap water," says Mr. Bedford. "Spec- ialists see reasons to call for analysis of the effects of the' intake on children. If, as is suggested, the BBG and CBC are unable to carry out this task, then I appeal 'to our elected representatives to consider how it might be undertaken." Until such (time as action is initiated —if ever— it may be wise' that parents consider seriously the results of this conclusive survey, and pay more atten- tion to the types of viewing their child- ren are subjected to when they plop in f4ont of the TV. At a time when there is much con- cern over an increase in juvenile delin- quency, parents should perhaps be as . concerned not only in the company their children keep outside the home, but also right in their own living rooms. But it is also encouraging to note that it is the easiest control to imple- ment. All televisions are equipped with an "off" switch and it is quite legal for parents to take this action. It may be one of the more important duties to aid your child's development. SUGAR and SPICE (By W. B. T. SMILEY) 40,0,1141.0.4•44411,1NNMIN 11 LET YOURLIGHT .$0 SHINE • '.MEMORIAM ONE. WOULD NAY ex- Pact glowing words in ref, erelicP to the life .of a de, voted clergyman, and cert.- airily these are due in the case of the late Dr, P. J.,' Lane, whose death is being mourned throughout the area this week, But, his passing is be- ing felt not Only by those to whom he gave spiritual leadership. for so " many years, but by persons in all walks of life and from all r ell g ious denominations, because he was undoubtedly one of the area's most .act, ive men, Besides attaiiiing high honour in positions in the Presbyterian Church, Rev. Mr Lane was active as a former president of the Clinton Horticultural So- ciety, chaplain of the Clin- ton .Legion and member of Seaforth Curling Club, and Clinton Bowling Club. His "retirement" from the pulpit was never really in effect, as he continued to speak at special services in the area, and was. always ready to fill in where his services were required. Only last year he spent many hours in conducting a written and verbal appeal for funds for the addition to Clinton Public Hospital Despite these and a host of other activities and interests, Rev. Mr. Lane was never too busy to stop for a "chat" with his many acquaintances, and these were generally sprinkled with a few good chuckles and words of encouragement for those who needed it. At the same time he maintained a keen interest in affairs of the com- munity and nation, and when the occasion arose, could give thought provoking opinions for the betterment of his fellow man, whom he never ceased to serve in the true spirit of his calling. Certainly, it is not enough that we pay our respects and tributes with mere words. Tributes should come through a dedication to answer the challenge of the words and deeds of this fine Christian gentleman. Then, and then only, will we have said as sincere thanks for his en- ergetic and devoted work 'and ensure that his reward be on earth as well as in Heaven, From Our Early Files ... A Matter Principle: py..4, XTAMIN,01.V41() Our local :agrictiltere repre- sentative has, pointed out on several occasions recently the greatly increased number ef Tamers who are coming to his office for advice AS to how they can put 'the farm opera- tions bade On a sound financial Some might take this to be a 10041 situation of no great importance but as. we bear the same from Provincial and Ne- tional Agriculture Departments, we should realize that 'the eitue, tion is serious, Under these conditions it is frustrating to read reports that the gross farm income for 1963 was the highest on record yet the net income is down. What have farmers been do- ing? Farmers have increased the size of their operations and. their production per man hour. They have reduced the unit cost of production. Their percentage of increas- ed efficiency has risen, faster than any comparable industry and has increased several times that of many industries, Yet, the only result as far as net income is concerned has been a steady decline. On top of this we read in the daily press that France is seek- ing out farms .for 1,0Q0 French farmers from Algeria. • The farms that are available will be those of older farmers Who have perhaps been pro- ducing at 50 percent of their land's capacity. These French farmers are given a grant by France of $6,500 and a subsis- tence allowance of $1,300 for one year. We are not given any ietea of what their own resourc- es ere. It will require about $30,000 to put these farmers into bus;- Hess which I would suppose require at least 4 :$10,000 mort-gage, Will this be a .five per- .cent Canadian Government loan or a seven and one-half percent Private mor tgage company loan? • In either case it is urgent that they get into production, full production, As quickly as possible.. fn other words 149.00 farms are going to double their production, I wonder what the reaction would be if 1,000 families were subsidized into some other Canadian industry, Seems to me that a few years ago •inunt, grants had to pledge that they would ,work in agriculture for at least three 3T417,5 before 'they' could gain entry to Canada. • In view of the precarious financial position in which, ac- cording to farm management accounts, so many farmers find themselves, more farmers and more production hardly seems to be the answer, Perhaps farmers might well stop to ponder the following quotation I ran .eceroes recently (origin not .stated): "If a farmer sells a buShel of grain to a manufacturer of whisky, he puts the grain through a distillery, called a still, it comes out firewater and the consumer pays $3 to- $5 a quart or 50c a shot, "The farmer puts hit grain through a distillery called a , cow and it comes out milk. The consumer pays 23 cents a quart, takes a drink sets his ginas down and says, `Go easy on the milk folks; 'the price is away up'." Too bad the farmers have such a necessary product that can attract so little money. r% Fred sss ...or Hans It all depends on whether your home needs the touch of e, master-pai nter, new bathroom fixtures, or a complete re-modelling job in the kitchen. If there's work to be done to improve your home, now is the time to put it in hand. Wintertime is the time when hands skilled in putting houses in order are available at short notice. Now is the best time to get repairs and renovations done thoroughly, quickly and at lowest cost. If the work you have in mind costs more than you care to put out in cash — there's no prob- lem. Simply see your neighbourhood branch of "MY BANK" and arrange for a low-cost B of M Home Improvement Loan, The man who serves you at the B of M will be glad to do it — even if his naine isn't George. BANK 0 MONTIILEAL e44:41444 9e4,4e,V444 Clinton (;ranch: :K, 0, PLETT, Manager R.C:A.V. Station (Sub-Agency): Loficiesborough (Sub-Agency): Open Moielay '44 Thurs. 'etro*ettl;G" 'WM( CA4.101Ati& IN t*EtY *Alt Lift Witt ISI7 'MY BANK' 3.4111011611440105 Clinton News-Record Amalgamated 1924 THE CLINTON NEWS-RECORLI Published every thtireday at the Heart of Huron noway Clintdn) OtitMlci Population 3,349 • A. L. COLOUHOUN, Publisher WILLIAM BATTEN) EditOr Vinod toidriboiloso to fhti pebIleatIon, ono Mb *040 al 41w writers 0•41,, mod do not nec•ssorlly i liolos St Ise moripapan Aittiodwi br wool tlaii miff, Post Wilco bioarfaninti otiorsoa, opal fot oisyrnOnt Postalis In cash SUMCRWION RAM: Para& 1 sdvaiies•Catiacla Ond OrOld *NIP: $110 o ilati bolted Vest rod irotiotoof SSA Willi 04044 rimi daftt. THE CLINTON 14 Ew ERA Est. 1465 AO 1 6 a Eat. 1961 C'CN 41.. Pag0Oton NeW4"RP;oir 1110S•N FPb• 6, )944 My 'peech was a roaring and Mark Van Doren, a great 1. Years Ago Jartes McIntosh Was elected chairman of the Tuckersnilth 8choO1 Area Board at the in- augural, Other trustees are; Newman McLean, 14 o war d Stites, Robert Tyndall acrd Re- 25 Years Ago On Sunday evening in St. Paul's Church, Rev. K. McGoun gave his farewell address as rector of that church. Mr, arid Mrs. Warren Gih- bings, Hullett Township, enter- tained a few friends at a hot fowl dinner one evening last week. Whist and - progressive euchre rounded out a pleasant evening. Rev. Canon W. A. Townshend delivered his farewell message to the congregation of the Church of the Redeemer, Lon- don, on Sunday, prior to taking over his new duties as cernmis- sioner for the Diocese of Huron and canon of St Paul's Cathe- dral, London. Figures given at the annual meeting of Ontario Street 'Unit- ed Church showed' the follow- ing: Members, 573; number of families, 282; baptisms, 12; mar- riages, 13; deaths, 15; total money raised for all purposes, $856.13. 'Angus Brown, Tuckersrnith Township, suffered a severe cut on the face when kicked by a horse the other day, necessitat- ing 10 stitches to close the Wound. The annual meeting of the Goderich Township Telephone System resulted in Fred Mid- dieter'', 0. F. Edward and W. R. Lobb being elected commission=., dicing food for the consumer. era, I-1, C. Cox end T, The need for greater under- Rundle were named auditors, Standing between the producer and consuitee is not only de- sieable bet of the utmost im- portartee, Question 1: Do you have AO Setiotte objections to "frills" in the Marketing of your pit- ducts I Answer: We do have Objec- tion to frills, We do not have' objection to good, honest take- Forum Met at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Irvine Tebbutt, with nine members present. Food products, many of which come from Canadian farms, have been processed and packaged; in some cases they have been pre-cooked, These improvements are what we call "frills" and the more there are, the more the item costs. The customer enjoys the frills, but doesn't always enjoy paying for them, and many an urban housewife thinks the farmer is making a fortune pro- (By Mrs. Ira Merrill) The Farm Forum radio topic for this week was "Frills in the Market Place", The SS No. 4 Goderich Township Farm bert McGregor. A. E. Rumball, superintend- ent of the Clinton PUC, report- ed that Ontario Hydro has lift- ed the municipal power quotas that have been in effect for the past 139 days. Rev. Elisha Townsend, form- erly of this area, and now a missionary in China, reports in a letter that inflation is so bad that one egg costs $7,500,000, President Grant Turner was in the chair when the Bayfield Lions met for 'their regular monthly meeting and there was an attendance of 100 percent, Gilbert Nethery has been elected president of the Blyth Agricultural Society. A bridge over the Bayfield River south of Clinton was re- built 'on Saturday and Sunday of 'last week by CNR con- struction gangs from Stratford and Montreal. success. You know, the speech on Good Reading Habits, to our honour students, I mentioned it last week. Yes, it went well!. Does anyone know anyone who wants a slightly used ex-school teacher? I haven't received an official communication from the school board yet, but I understand they had an emergency meet- ing right after my speech, and drew up the appropriate charg- es of mapery, gawk and intel- lectual malnutrition. When I began to write the Speech,. I couldn't think of a single Good Reading Habit. Then, dimly, from my old health class in public school, they be- gan to filter back. Rule: When reading, the light should come over your left shoulder. It's very awkward if your loft shoulder happens to be higher than your right. Un- less, of course, you are en Arab and read froni right to left, then I presume it should come over your right shoulder, Rule No. 2; Always read in the bathtub, when passible, Somebody 'once said that the ideal education would be a boy sitting on one end of a log,- American educator, sitting on the other. My notion of a great educa- tional advance would be a class- room with 35 bathtubs, and up on the platform a super-tub, in pink mother-of-pearl, for Mr. Smiley. Think of the realism we could inject when Lady Mac- beth says, "A little water will wash us of this deed." Think of the special effects we could ob- tain while reading Old Man and the Sea, or Typhoon, We'd all be in swim suits, naturally. Well, from that point, my speech moved effortlessly, into the results of Good Reading Habits in history, I reminded the kids of Archimedes, Think what the world would have missed if he hadn't climbed into his bath one day with a copy of Ovicrs poems. The minute he sat down, he khew there was something wrong, "Papeika!", he scream- ed and leapt out of the tub. Somebody had put paprika in- stead of bath Salts in the water. And thus was born Archimedes Principle; one of our great laws of physics. I'm cot quite sure what it IS, but I think it's some-_ thing like "Half a bath is better than none." Aynways as we all know, it's a very, important principle. I left the kids with this solemn thought, An economic reverse can 'take away your car, your split-level mortgage and your wife. Advancing years can take away your teeth, your figure, and your husband. But nothing can take away Goad Reading Habits. Many years from now, the matron of the nursing home will point out a desicated old chap sitting' in a wheel-chair. with, a huge 'bock-on his knees. "That's Mr. Smiley. Used to be a school teacher. Poor old fellow, He's blind now," And the visitor will say, "It doesn't seem t9 bother him Much. What's the old coot grinning at?" And the matron will reply, "Oh, he went blind when he Was 88, and was furious for a while, because he couldn't read, but he learned the Braille sys- tem in six Weeks, and now he reads everything he earl get his on. Ineluding the Mire- es." the position of assessor for Goderich Township. Members of the Huron Whole- sale Milk Producers met in Clinton this week and named A. 3. Desseck, RR 4, Clinton, as their president, and Barry C. Walter, RR 1, Goderich, sec- retary-treasurer. At the annual meeting of On- tario Street United Church, G. Laves reported the addition to the church would be started this summer.. An increase of $700 was reported in the Mis- sionary and Maintenance fund, bringing 'the total to $3,316.00. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Schreib- er have purchased the A.B.C. Ranch from Ross Fitzsimons. 0 READERS WRITE Corrected! Clinton News-Record, Clinton, Ontario., Dear Sir: I would like a correction made regarding my remarks at the Stanley school meeting re central schools as reported in your 'January 30 issue. In discussing the possible tax increase with Mr., Kinkead, stated that we were told the rate would not increase more than one -mill or at the most one and one-half mills at the time the high school area was introduced, not at the time of the addition to the school build- ing. Yours truly, Menno Steckle. RR 2, Zurich, Ontario, February 3, 1964: manship, Question 2: How are you in- fluenced in your food buying by "frills"? AnSwerf Most of ui avoid "frills" when possible, We do like well-prepered and well- presented Merchandise. Following t h e discussion, cards were played. Lunch was enjoyed by all. The next meet- ing will be at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lobb, Last Social Before Lent Well Attended the Tipperary School on Fri- clay evening WAS a success from every point, of view, Sponsored by the Womeri's Auxiliary of Ste .lernee Church, letiddlettni, this organization, is most geateful for the 'Splenid- Patronage of, their sevetai per- E'uchee was the order of the evening and there were 14 tab., les. , Ladies' high Prize Was wort (Continued 'on Page 9) 40 Years Ago Edward Welsh, of the Base- line, has purchased the Far- quhar property on 'the Gravel Road, just north of town. Miss M. MoCool, who has, been off for some weeks owing to illness, has resumed her du- ties at Irwin's this week, , Mr. E. Rodaway has had his house on Albert Street wired for 'hydro, the work being done by Mr. E. Crich. Mr. E. Wash- ington, •Rattenbury Street, is having his wired and Mr. 3. Watkins of Mary Street has had his wired. W. H. Lyon, who for the past 16 years has been CNR agent at Londesboro, has accepted a similar position in Blyth, Mr. Will Lyon, HuNett. Town- ship, was the first patient to be 'admitted into the new hospi- tal. He was a surgical case, undergoing an operation on Saturday. He is doing well. The Town of Clinton has for- mally opened its new hospital. Major Malcolm Mc Taggart, in memory of his parents, present- ed the town with w the spacious family residence for hospital purposes, Years Ago A new set of bylaws govern- ing social evenings and Satur- day night dances was apprpved at the annual meeting of the Hueoe Fish and Game Club, and the group decided to stock several area streams with a to- tal of 12,800' trout this spring, Outstanding among the many students from Huron County who are enrolled at the Uni- versity of Western Ohtario is William Andrews, Clinton, said president G. E. Hall in an ad- dress to County Council this Week. C. W. Tebbutt was chosen over eight other applicants for Forum Objects To Marketing Frills; Point Out Farmer Not Making Fortune The social evening held in