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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1971-06-24, Page 8d George Cutler of Huron Automotive and Supply received the Summit Award from Ford of Canada recently. The exclusive award is restricted to the top GO professional salesmen in Canada who have accumulated the highest sales club point scores during the calendar year. Londesboro Volun teers help pain t church REGISTRATION for SWIMMING and LESSONS WILL BE AT CLINTON COMMUNITY CENTRE SATURDAYS JUNE 19 ancr26 FROM 10 A.M. to 12 NOON FARMERS GET THE QUALITY TWINE GRAND HARVEST BALER TWINE CHECK OUR QUANTITY DISCOUNTS H. F. Wettlaufer Feed Mill — PHONE 482.9792 35 MARY STREET—CLINTON INVEST NOW on 5 year term Guaranteed investment Certificates. Ask about our "CASHABLE AT ANY TIME" Guaranteed Savings Certificates. For further information contact your financial adyiser or write STANDARD TRUST 214 Bay Street, Toronto 1 A FEDERALLY CHARTERED COMPANY MEMBER CANADA DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION '"‘IW‘eCiNtorg SEE " • LAWSON & WISE INSURANCE 5 Rattenbury St. E. Clinton 482-9644 Notice to all Egg Producers and Pullet Growers ONTARIO EGG PLAN VOTE Will be held by mail during the week July 12-19th inclusive • All Producers must be Registered with the Board to be entitled to receive a Ballot. • Present lists of registered producers will be on display at every County Agricultural Representative's Office from June 28th to July 2nd, 1971. Any Producer whose name is not on this list can obtain a registration form at the Agricultural Representative's Office which he must complete and'return to the Ontario Egg and Fowl Producers' Marketing Board. FINAL DATE TO DE REGISTERED IS MONDAY, JULY 5th,1971 Ballots will be sent out by July 12th and must be returned no later than July 19th 1971 to qualify. A copy of The Proposed Plan and Marketing Regulations is being mailed'to all producers registered with the Egg Board. Brian Ellsworth, Secretary/Manager, Ontario Egg and Fowl Producers' Marketing Board 4809 'length Street, WillowciMe 44t, Oct. (Ph ; 416-223.5310) HELD OVER TILL SAT., JUNE 26th SCARFS PAINT SALE You Can Save Up To A WHOPPING 6.51, AT CONKLIN'S ON INTERIOR — EXTERIOR — LATEX — SEMI-GLOSS ALKYD — ENAMEL Even Interior — Exterior Floor Enamel YOUR CHOICE 6.99 PER AL OlO YOU KNOW? You can shop Saturday afternoon till 4 p.in. at Conklin's, NFU questions pork policy. -8 Clinton News-Record, Thursday, June 24, 1971 mailer of principle BY J. CAM:. HEMINGWAY Recently on the "News" there was report of the Postal Workers annual Convention at which a new President was elected. It was indicated in the report that the new man was elected because of his determination to fight the policy of the Postal. Department in bringing in automated equipment for the handling of mail. Was it a logical decision? Hew do we reason out our problems and arrive at a decision? It has been said some people learn by studying the past experience of others and applying the results to the present complemented by their own experience. This is by far the cheapest and broadest method. A second group learns by experience which can be very costly, as mistakes are numerous. It is also quite limited since we certainly can't try everything personally. I think there is another group and perhaps the largest. These people just never learn. • What about these Postal Workers who are going to fight a more efficient method of getting the mail distributed? They are following the same pattern of the hand weavers and cotton "pickers" who went out and destroyed the power looms and cotton-gins. History has proven that, fortunately, they were unsuccessful in their efforts. The introduction of the new machines created more jobs, not less, increased wages and improved the standard of living for millions by reducing costs. The real question in our modern economy seems to be "Is planned inefficiency practical?" How many of you remember the days when "first class" letters were three cents. The postage has increased steadily until we are now faced with the prospect of seven cents letters July 1; I believe with little if any improvement in service. Apparently the newspaper postal rate has become so high that daily papers are delivered in rural areas direct by car. I doubt that these delivery boys will average more than one paper per mile. The cost of this has to be similar to taxi rates — around 20c a mile. Surely this is not an efficient method for delivering newspapers. The rural mail carrier covers the same road. If he carried the newspaper there would be no added mileage cost. The only difference would be the extra time required to sort the papers. It would take little if any extra time on the route since he has to stop at the boxes anyway. Yes! the inefficiency provides an extra job for the driver and wears out the road and another car which makes more work for road maintenance and car manufacturers but can we afford this wasted effort? Closer to home and in a field that I am more qualified to make a decision I have a problem. Should I invest in a silo unloader? I have the time to fork out the silage with a $7.50 fork. The silo unloader lists at $1,450. On paper it is quite clear that I should buy the unloader — cost, depreciation, repairs and operating about $150 per year. Wages to fork out over 100 tons and climb the silo about 400 times would certainly cost a great deal more. In practice, however, I would push the button then stand and watch the silage come out of the silo, Can I afford to pay labour $5 an hour to manufacture a machine to do the work for me while I do nothing? At present I feel I can't afford this luxury. In the not too distant future a new problem will have to be solved. I won't be able to climb the silo and fork out silage. I will be able to push buttons. Should I then purchase a silo unloader or should I quit feeding livestock. Were the Postal Workers right in deciding to reject efficiency? Farmers have gone for top efficiency, more and bigger machines, higher and higher production, fewer and fewer farmers, yet the general opinion is that at current prices farmers are poorer and poorer comparatively. Is there any object in saving time and producing more if the time saved cannot be put to profitable use or the increased production marketed for a reasonable return. * This may be a little late but surely we haven't forgotten the four Federal by-elections held recently, especially the one in Brant riding, Ontario. The other three ridings simply stayed with what they had, one Conservative and two Liberal. In Brant the New Democratic Party candidate was elected with a strong majority over the Liberal and Conservative in that order. The seat was formerly held by the Liberals. Since the riding is almost evenly divided between urban and rural and the results in both areas quite similar we might be able to make .some conclusions on the thinking of the people across Canada. Unemployment was probably the big problem in the urban area. It is easy to see why voters would not support a government that deliberately adopted a policy that would increase unemployment if they happened to be unemployed. However, those who are employed have in most cases received an increase in wages so the unemployed could hardly account for the whole change in the results. Inflation which still continues does a great deal at cancelling out the increase in income along with reduced purchasing power which threatens the jobs of the employed, no doubt caused some to change their vote. In the rural area low income rather than unemployment is the very real problem facing farmers. Just as I avaS writing this article the late C.B.C. news reported that producers in Quebec are averaging 12 cents a dozen for eggs and I don't suppose Brant producers are getting much more. The news also reported that production cost of eggs is between 25 cents and 29 cents per dozen and that 12 Cents doesn't pay for feed let alone cover labour, over-head or replacement costs. With current hog prices at 24 cents dressed which returns a farmer $36 for a 200 lb. pig there is little or nothing left for labour or over-head. Current cattle prices are a good deal more attractive but with the inflated costs of operation and the large investment necessary even beef production isn't really profitable and there is no guarantee that beef prices won't follow the egg and hog prices. It is surprising that there wasn't a pronounced swing away from the old parties. Apparently Ontario farmers change their minds slowly, I wonder if the real reason for the defeat of the liberal candidates was because the liberals were too slow in moving in the direction of "socialism", You know that ditty word that is currently applied to the New Democratic Party? What is socialism? I looked it up in the dictionary. "Socialism — the economic doctrine that there should be public ownership and operation of the principal means of production and destruction of wealth and a fair division of opportunity and rewards of labour". It seems to me that a country that was governed by these principles would be quite attractive. Where does Canada stand? In the area of public ownership we have the Canadian National Railway, the Bank of Canada, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and most recently Medicate which I Suppose we would have to say is partly Federal and partly provincial. In the light Of these developments which party is the socialist party? None of the above actions were taken by a socialist party since we've never had a "socialist" party in power in Ottawa. believe these steps were taken because the people of Canada felt that these steps were in the best interests of the people of Canada and in order to be elected the government followed the people. Perhaps the Liberals lost Brant riding because they followed too far behind the people and their needs. AGENT WILL BE -CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS. FROM SAT.OULY 12 TO MON„JULY21 We request customers to' check their needs now, and get suppliet iri prior to our holidays. PHONE 482-3873 25, z6b BY MRS. BERT SHOBBROOK On Saturday a number of volunteers assisted Mr. McDougall and his men with the painting of the church. At the same time, the young people held a car wash at the school. The ladies prepared a pot luck dinner and coffee breaks. This was very much appreciated by the board. Sunday was a very interesting day in the United Church, when Rev. Jim Ludford of Parry Sound was present for the weekend, coming Saturday afternoon to Rev, McDonald's. He gave the message at the morning service on the theme "Love". The male voice choir led in the service of song. In the evening, a large number attended a fireside hour of service with Mrs. Livingstone and Mrs. Shobbrook conducting the opening devotions, Mrs. Ella Jewitt at the piano, and accordian duets by Wayne Lyon and Darrell Shobbrook. Collection was received by Mrs. Harry Durnin and Mrs. Laura Lyon. Rev. Ludford showed slides of his people, the Indians he works with at Parry Island and Shawanaga. He thanked the Londesboro U.C.W. for their bales of good, used clothing, mitts and quilts. Mrs. Gourley thanked him. Rev. McDonald closed with Benidiction. Lunch was served. Rev, Ludford returned to Parry Sound on Monday, taking bales and quilts with him. Mrs. Howatt and Mrs. L. Saundercock visited on, Thursday with Mrs. Annie Elsley of Listowel. Mr. and Mrs. Will Manning and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Shaddick were guests at the Mallette—Brenton wedding at College Avenue Church, Woodstock, Ontario, on Saturday, June 19. Visitors on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shobbrook were his sister, Mrs. Maude Radford of Blyth, and their daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Ellerby Frank and Dora Lynn of Clinton. Mr. and Mrs, Joe Shaddick spent a week with their son, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Shaddick and Juliann of Glen Morris. We welcome Mrs. Mabel Scott home after spending the winter with her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Allister Broadfoot of R. R. 3, Seaforth. Mr, and Mrs. Bill Harris of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, visited this past week With her aunt, Mrs. Laura Saundercock and toasins, Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Saundercock and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shobbrook. Visitors with Mr. Will Govier and Mrs. Webster on Sunday was his daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hamilton and Kim of London and sister-in-taw, Mrs. Margaret Govier and friend of Goderich. Mr. and Mrs. Art Hunking of Exeter, Mr, and Mts. Lorne Hunking and Murray, Mr. Ken Scanlon and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Duizer and fatriily spent Sunday afternoon at Maitland Valley Conservation Area, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Gaunt spent several days last week at Driftwood Beach. Mrs. Della McDowell of Blyth spent Sunday night with Mr. and Mrs. Earl Gaunt. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Wood spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Skinner of Exeter. Greg Andrews of Toronto is spending the summer vacation with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Wood. Mts. Jessie Jones was a parietal in Stratford last week having surgery. Congratulations to Barbara Lee for passing Grade 3 harmony with honours. Barbara is a pupil of Mrs, Shirley Vincent of Blyth, Rev. S. McDonald and Rev. Ludford were dinner Pests of Mrs. W. tiowatt Saturday evening and Mr, and Mts. Harry Durnin Sunday evening. The 1st Londesborough Cub and Scout Group Committee held their annual father and son banquet and program on Monday evening, June 14, with 80 in attendance. Following the presentation of the flags by the colour party of Cub Gary Shepherd and Scout Larry Howatt, Scout David Reid said Grace. The banquet was served by the United Church Women and served in the United Church Hall. Mr. McDonald acted as chairman for the evening and welcomed all fathers to the evening with their sons. Jim Jamieson, clerk of session, brought greetings from the session, the sponsoring body for the Cub and Scout groups. A toast to the fathers was given by Cub Dennis Fothergill and replied by Ross Lovett. A toast to the leaders was given by Scout Edward Riley and replied by Scoutmaster Nick Whyte. Scout Larry Howatt thanked the ladies for the banquet and Mrs. Ella Jewitt replied to the thank you on behalf of the United Church Women. During the evening, Wayne Lyon and Darrel Shobbrook presented a couple of numbers on their accordians and Michael Penfound played a piano solo. He also acted as pianist for the evening. A number of badges were presented to Cub members as follows: Hobse Orderly' Badge to' David Lear, Paul Middigall and Ken Pollard; French Interpreter's Badge to Ken Pollard; Collector's Badge to Trent Shobbrook; Team Player Badge to David Lear and Michael Overholt; and the Skater's Badge to David Lear. District commissioner Ron Bushel of Goderich presented the Green. Star Awards to the following Cubs: Wayne Hulley, David Lear, Ken Pollard and Trent Shobbrook, Absent for the presentation of a Green Star was Cub John Hyde, who was also awarded the Black Star. The speaker for the evening was district commissioner Ron Bushel of Goderich, who Spoke on the subject of "Boys". The speaker was introduced by Scout Kevin Jewitt and thanked by Cub Ken Pollard. At the close of the evening, the fathers and sons enjoyed a film of "Family Camping". BEAUTIFUL VIEW ? PREVENT WILDFIRES THE VIEW SPOILERS I lj Kenneth Flach, Mitchell, President of Local 311, National Farmers Union, on behalf of seven local presidents said today that farmers are questioning just whose interest the Ontario Pork Producers Marketing Board is serving. He was referring to the Board's refusal to try and meet the demand of several locals in Western Ontario to set the price of hogs at 28 cents per pound on June 7th. This price was declared as a beginning, after area farmers, in desperation, found it necessary to picket two of their own assembly yards during the week of June 1st. Mr. Flach said that following a telegram to the Board, asking for the 28 cent price, another was received in return from the Board ,requesting a meeting on Mitchell. "At no time did NFU local representatives decline to meet representatives of the Board, but they did insist the meeting be held at Mitchell, as a central location. Furthermore the Board was advised that we were available for a meeting any time during this week (June 14th week) but apparently that has been rejected too." He said the Board's relbctance to come down hard on a price because of its fear of U.S. imports indicates someone is dictating the price to the board, rather than vice versa, Mr, Flach said the statement of Mr. Snobelen, Hog Board Chairman, that the Union has belatedly recognized that an arbitrary price set would result in serious losses to the producers, is not true and Union members have no intention of backing down in their demands. "If hogs have been coming into Canada, or if they should, then Mr. Snobelen should immediately advise farmers, publicly, so they know what is happening. After all, Mr. Snobelen and the Board are supposed to be working for and with farmers." As for hogs from other provinces, Mr. Flach said, "Surely we have passed the day when we are going to allow industry manipulation of one producer's production to break the price of another. Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. John Wammes and John were Mr. and Mrs. Ed Wammes of Clinton, Mr. and Mrs. Mavis Bos, Steven and Sharon and Mr. and Mrs. Leo Sanders and Jennifer of Brussels. Mrs. W. L. Whyte is visiting this week with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Van der Molan, Paul, Mark and Margie of Oakville. Mrs: Mike Bannon of Stratford spent Wednesday with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Ben Riley and family. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Mcllroy of White Rock B.C. are visiting with Mrs, Ella Jewitt and family, Mrs. Elma Jewitt and family and Mrs. Annie Leitch. Saturday, Mrs. Ella Jewitt and Mr. and Mrs. Mcllroy visited with Mr. and Mrs. Howard Minthorm of Huron Heights at Goderich. Monday, Mrs. Ella Jewitt, Mrs. Elma Jewitt and Mr, and Mrs. Mcllroy visited with relatives 'in Forest and Warwick. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Riehl, Shelley, Jackie and Kim of Huron Park visited on Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. Ben Riley and family. HAROLD BLACK BY MARY McILWAIN A bridal shower was held by Angela Flynn and Kerri Medd at the home of Kerri Medd for Sharon Payne bride-to-be of David Medd on Saturday evening. Contests were held after which the gifts were opened and lunch was served. Mrs. Murray Scott, Melanie, Meribeth and Jeffrey of Belgrave and Mrs. Don Glousher, Karen and Billy of Blyth were Thursday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. William Dale and Cheryl. Mr. Andy Thompson of Ottawa and Janet, Bob and Nancy-Jo Reynolds of Southfield Michigan are spending this week with Mr. and Mrs. John Thompson, Betty, Jim, Sharon and Bob. At the time of writing George Mcllwain is a patient in Clinton Public Hospital Mrs. Terrence Hunter of Colborne Township, Mrs. John Thompson' attended a shower in' • London the past week for Carolynne Robinson. Mr. Bruce Johnston and friend of Grand Valley spent the weekend with Mr, and Mrs. Jack Medd, Dave, Jim and Kerri. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Jewitt and Lori of Clinton visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Preszcator, Billy and Debbie. We would like to welcome to the community Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Nolan and family of Toronto who will be living in the village for the summer months. Sunday visitors with the McIlwains were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Crozier, Brian, Paul, Kevin and Lori of Listowel. We are pleased to report that Mr. Verne Dale returned home on Monday after his operation in Seaforth Community Hospital. A bridal shower was held on Saturday evening at the home of Mrs. Sam -McClure for Carolynne Robinson prior to her marriage on June 26 to Andy Thompson. Selections of musical numbers were given by Shirley and Doris McClure and Sharon Thompson, Janet Teynolds and Joan Thompson. Guests were present from Goderich; Southfield, Michigan; Detroit; Zurich; Londesboro and Colborne Township. Mrs. John Thompson, Betty and Sharon attended a shower in the Gashen Church on Monday evening for Carolynhe Robinson. Constance Shower held for Sharon Payne