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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1951-11-29, Page 11THE TIMES-ADVOCATE, EXETER, ONTARIO, THURSDAY MORNING, NOVEMBER 29, 1951 Page H Cub News The notes left by Gus this week were a little faint since the dust had not quite settled after the clean-up job we did on Mon­ day night, but here is what we could make out. “Whoosh!—I don't want to go through that again for a long while! Imagine, cleaning me out of house and home! After you cubs were through, —it took me three hours to find the old cub hat which is my bed,—someone threw away all the old iguitar strings that I was saving for my model badge (I had a new in­ strument invented,)—and the signal flag I had set aside dis­ appeared. I was going to make a hammock for sleeping out in the warm weather. “One thing I would like to know—What happened to the old orange crate I was taking apart for an Alaskan Lean—-to? And where are the plans for it that were on the back of the 1921 Scout magazine?—Robbed again. . ' "Oh well, as my cousin Herb Mouse would say, I guess every­ thing is for the best and the place does look much better and you boys did work hard. “Was that singing I hear, or just a strange buzzing in my ears? I can see where I am go­ ing to have to round up the boys in the “Society for the Pre­ vention of Cruelty to Singing Rodents," (SPCSR) and give you a concert some night, Any- BLANSHARD Mr, and Mrs. Kenneth Facey, Beth, Lorna and Morley of Well­ burn were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gladwyn Hooper Sunday. Mr, and Mrs. Milton Hooper were Sunday evening dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Coupe of Woodham, Mr. Orville Langford is spend­ ing some time with Mr. Leonard Thacker, Mrs. Leonard Thacker and baby daughter returned home on Tuesday from St. Marys Mem­ orial Hospital. Miss Lorene Hodgins of Glen­ dale spent the week-end with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Herb Langford. Master John Langford of Cen­ tralia is spending this week with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Pattison. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Hooper attended the funeral of Mrs. M. Lyon on Monday at Londesboro United Church. Mrs. Malcolm Spence spent last week at Toronto with re­ latives. Mayor-Elect Hints Lower Taxes, Many New Faces On Council way you weije having fun and maybe if you practise some it will be better. “That’s all for now, I must get tb work on a new invention for converting waste paper into mouse-blankets, to send to the more unfortunate mouse child­ ren in Estonia. Yours for better singing, Gus”. New Classified Rates Effective for Week of November 22 25 words or less 60c More Than 25 Words — U/sc per Word SUCCEEDING INSERTIONS — 30c More Than 25 Words — lc per Word 20 Cents Off --Continued from Page 1 “is a burning question in Exe­ ter.” “Everyone feels we should have an industry.” He attended a meeting of municipal officials with the Ontario Department of Planning and Development last February which stressed the ex­ pansion of local industries as well as looking for new industry. There was no known or given way to get industry to a town but each resident was definitely responsible to keep their ears and eyes open for opportunities to attract industry. Mr. Tuckey said he had in­ quired about fixed assessments for industry and recent legisla­ tion made it compulsory for all fixed assessments to be approved by a majority on council and three-fifths of the ratepayers. “Thei town, in its first year,” the mayor stated, “has carried on a program of extension and improvements to streets and the town hall.” The council cham­ bers were redecorated and are very presentable. The library has undergone changes. Council made a grant to the Canadian Legion to help the building of their hall and although some criticism had been registered, he felt the Ma­ jority. of citizens were in favour of the grant. “It has been necessary for the PUC to get rid of all bonds, some $10,000 and their year’s surplus to finance the hydro con­ version.” The arena and park boards have been amalgamated. He reffered to the wartime housing development, most of which was now sold to indivi­ duals. “I feel very gratified,” he stated, “that the project has worked out as well as it has.” W. L. Middleton inquired whe­ ther county council had done anything about promoting the centralization of industry. Retiring Reeve H. L. Snider, retiring reeve, and a member of county coun­ cil, answered the question, say­ ing although little had been done, the county was trying to attract industry to the Goderich area. In stating his retirement. Mr. Snider said he had experienced a lot of pleasure during his three years on the council. Business committments of next year would not allow him sufficient time for council work, he said. William G. Cochrane, 1951 de­ puty-reeve and mayor-elect said he felt humble in taking over the position as mayor, “I am pleased and honored to find that the position will befall me in 1952,” he said.He paid tribute to retiring mayor, B. W. Tuckey, who, Mr. Cochrane said, “has always been sincere in his work and has had the courage of his convictions.” As chairman of the streets and drains committee during the last year, Mr. Cochrane reported that “we have done as much work as possible with the money on hand.”He pointed to the new major drains which will soon be instal­ led on Thomas and Wellington streets to connect with the Wil­ liam street storm sewer. Built of If Ad Paid with Order or by Saturday Following the Last Insertion Christmas at McKnight & Walper Our gift selections are too numerous to mention in this ad. Visit our store today and see for yourself the great displays of gifts for Dad and the Boys. SURE TD SCORE WITH HIM Where your shopping ^problems are made easy, from a wide selection of gift items. A happy greeting awaits you; make this store your head­ quarters for DAD and the BO1S. & SHIRKS A TIES A SOCKS ☆ BELTS ☆ GLOVES A CUFF LINKS ☆ INITIAL SCARVES AND HANKERCHIEFS SP\)RT JACKETS * A STATION WAGONS collared concrete tile, they would fit in with the town pl„an for a permanent s e w e r a g e system. Ratepayers had asked for a Marlborough street drain but his comittee felt that the cost was prohibitive. A great deal of work had been done of sidewalks, he said. “Roads have presented a pheno­ menal problem,” the acclaimed mayor said. Unusual fall weather had brought about difficulties and the roads had not been gravell­ ed and graded although there was still hope ■ they would be done before winter sets in per­manently. In reviewing county council work, Mr. Cochrane said Huron had lost Grand Bend although the council had taken every step posible to persuade the summer resort to stay. “I think Huron is the most aggressive county in the pro­ vince,” he said. He cited the numerous facilities available through county council such as the county health unit, the Children’s Aid Society, alleged to be the best in the province, and the County home, one of best in Ontario. A large addi­ tion has been purposed for the county home which would make room for 80 more beds. He felt there was a definite move afoot to change the rates in order to alleviate the urban municipalities who were possi­ bly not getting as much value for their money as they should. Councillors Eugene Beaver, a qualified candidatp for council, said rate­ payers’ problems had been giv­ en as much consideration as possible and the best possible solution was always strived for. He appealed to the audience to go to the polls to vote in the event of an election. Roy Campbell, retiring coun­ cillor, reported his protection to persons and property committee. Increased salaries were granted to the Fire Department and new hydrants had been erected on Victoria street. He said future business plans would take him out of town at the beginning of the year. William McKenzie, who will become Deputy-Reeve through acclamation, reported everything on the cemetery board in a heal­ thy state. A. L. Snelgrove, qualified council candidate, stated much work of the present council had not been completed and he was anxious to spend another year on the council to finish what lias been started. Of those nominated for coun­ cil who 'were not members of the retiring body, only Ralph Bailey and Ed Brady were pre­ sent. Neither had decided whe­ ther or not to run. Mr. Brady said he would serve the commun­ ity if he was needed. “This com­ munity has been good to me,” he said, “and I would like to serve it.” School Board W. E. Middleton, chairman of the public school hoard, said $5,500 had been received from the sale and rental of the old public school, “The board,” he said, “has always tried to be fair both to the taxpayer and the staff.” After explaining sev­ eral expenditures on the public statement of accounts, he an­ nounced he was undecided about qualifying for trusteeship. Carfrey Cann, incumbent up for re-election, said he had spent five years on the board and this was the first time he had had the privilege of address­ ing the ratepayers. “ It seems rather odd that I should have this responsibility for five years and no opportuntiy to give an accounting to the public,” he said. He did not like going into office by acclamation and he felt all people holding office should be put there by a vote of the people. He intimated that the ques­ tion of teachers’ salaries w’ould arise again this year. He said the problem was to arrange salaries to give teachers proper remun­ eration for their services and at the same time be fair to the ratepayers. “In the past two years,” he said, “I have attended Public School trustee conventions and they have done a great job to broaden my scope on public problems.” He appealed to the audience not to begrudge the small expense of sending dele­ gates to the conventions, because he felt the money was well spent.None of the other candidates, including incumbent R. E. Rus­ sell and Mrs. Alda Anderson, Mrs. Amy Milner and Mr. Claude Farrow were present. High School C. S. MacNaughton, local re­ presentative on the district high school board for the past two I years, said his board also had to deal with the problem of teach­ ers’ salaries. He said probably the question would arise again although considerable increases had been granted last year. “The board,” he said, “as a whole is operated very efficient­ ly and we are fortunate in hav­ ing a secretary who is very ef­ ficient. “ Tie said the board had been able to pay off its deben­ ture debt and pay maintenance costs with only a two-mill levy. This was possible because of generous provincial grants and? efficient administration. Luther J. Penhale, re-elected | by acclamation to the public utilities commission was not pre­ sent. CREDITON Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Robert­ son and daughter Anne, of Lon­ don visited on Saturday with Mr. and. Mrs. Edwin Beaver. We are glad to report that Mrs. Beaver is much improved. Mr, and Mrs. Edward Schenk of London spent the week-end at the home ,pf Mr. and Mrs- Hugo Schenk. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Haist and family of Fenwick visited on Sunday with Mrs. Haist’s u\other, Mrs. H. Finkbeiner. Mr. and Mrs. Herb Young visited with friends in Kitchener on Sunday. Mr, Calvin Fahrner of Sarnia spent the week-end at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Fahrner. Crediton’s new fire-fighting trailer has arrived to replace the old hand pumping machine, that had been in use for over 50 years. Mr. Ezra Faist. who was tak­ en seriously ill at his home last Monday, was removed to Victoria Hospital, where he underwent an operation on Monday even­ ing. On Sunday, the members of the Mountain family met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ballantyne Thompson, Motherwell, to hon­ or Mr. and Mrs,. Earl Haist on the occasion of their tenth wedding anniversary. After a sumptuous dinner, the couple were presented with many lovely gifts, A happy social time was spent during the afternoon. Mr. Chris. Haist of Zurich called on friends in town on Sat­ urday. Mr. C. Pratt of Owen Sound spent the week-end with Mrs. Pratt and Margaret. The pretty teen-ager held Up a loaf of bread, and asked the grocer, “How much for this?” “Just one kiss,” he said arch­ ly. ‘That’s just fine,” she said de­ murely as she headed for the door, “Grandma said to tell you she would be in tom morrow to pay for this.” *■**>.* A four-leaf clovei" is consider­ ed to be lucky because its four leaves form a cross. Thank Yon! I appreciate most sincerely the work and support ex­ tended on my ‘behalf by the electors of the riding of Huron. John W. Armstrong liiiiiiiiiiiiiiiliiiiiliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiilill RADIOS Famous Name Fine Radios For lasting pleasure give a portable or table mod­ el radio from our large stock of famous-makes and models! Mr. R. E. Pooley, elected reeve by acclamation promised co­ operation with members of coun­ cil. B, W. Tuckey said he felt that industry might be promoted through the distribution of bro­ chures. He also urged a “pay as you go” policy to the council stating that the town was now paying almost as much interest on debentures and it was pay­ ing on retiring principle. The meeting accorded a vote of thanks to Mayor B. W. Tuc­ key Reeve H. L. Snider and re­ tiring councillors for their ser­ vices through a motion spon­ sored by C. S. MacNaughton and H. A. Cann. PHILCO — G.E. — PHILIPS — ROGERS ★ CAMERA-SIZE PORTABLE ★ THREE-WAY PORTABLE ★ RADIO-CLOCK TABLE MODEL ★ RADIO-PHONO TABLE MODEL R. E. RUSSELL Phone 109 Exeter 'Twas the month before Christmas— Not a soul in the. house Had thought about shopping, Not even the mouse! Our stock is just bulging; Oui* prices are right. So get out your pencil; Make your list out tonight. For Bill there’s a Wagon; For Jon there’s a Trike; For Susan a Buggy, That I’m sure she will like. For* Brenda a Teddy Bear. Or maybe a Bambi; For Mother a Desk To keep her bills handy. For Father a comfy Big Laz-Y-Bov (’hair To forget all his worries And stop losing his hair. Now these things we’ve mentioned Are only a few Of the nice things at Dinnev’s, All shiny and new. Toys for the children: Smart things for the house; Everyone will be happy Even the mouse! 1 W’MWx’AM-A-: *