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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1973-04-12, Page 3THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 1973-3 'Clinton News-Record 700 open Cancer Campaign Some interesting demonstrations were put on for those ladies who enjoy arts and crafts projects. Tim St. Louis owner of "The Raintree" and Francine Sors showed visitors how some of the projects which Tim eons in his store are made. Goderich Twp. lures tourists Cottages To date Huron County Health officials have placed notices on about a dozen cot- tages along the shore of Lake Huron setting the premises aside as being "Unfit for Human Habitation. Medical Officer of Health for the County, Dr. Frank Mills, said there were many many more cottages unfit for habitation but that due to short staffing the Health Unit just did not have the time to sign all the properties. "We hope by spot signing cer- tain properties," he explained, "to draw the cottagers atten- tion to the problem so that we can wells together. ssolve' .(1,8thm." Mills estimates that ii i all 4,000 to 5,000 cottages along the lake bank are affec- ted in varying degrees. The problem arises from high water levels on Lake Huron. The lake is the highest it has been in many years, and severe storms over the winter, com- bined with the high water, have resulted in the washing away of Goderich Township Council has been "flooded" recently with various applications for the establishment of tourist camps and trailer parks. Several pieces of correspon- dence have been received by Council from companies and private individuals to develop land along the Maitland River for use as tourist havens, Most of these applications are being held, pending Council's decision on how much the Maitland River Conservation Authority should be involved in the matters. The most recent application to be received by council is one from Ray W. Bush representing Kampgrounds of America (Canada). KOA is a franchise company involved with cam- pgrounds in the United States, Canada and Mexico. According to Mr. Bush, this company "does not in any way own the campground but serves the purpose of controlling its franchise owners such that they provide consistent and high standard camping facilities for the camping public." Mr, Bush presently has an of- fer to purchase on ra tenrand trailer car:4,116W °Wiled by`4-1. I . MacAdam.. -This camp is orated on Highway o, lets 23 nd 24 of Goderich Township ind Huron County. The ecessary permit to run such a usiness has already been given to Mr. MacAdam, and what Mr. Bush requires is the Town- hip's approval to expand and upgrade the existing site to s — _ KOA standards. The proposed facilities would conform to any present local regulations and would consist of the following basic services; central service building con- taining washroom, laundry, recreation and store facilities; initially 100 camping sites with 50 per-cent having electrical and water services; and development of the river shoreline for swimming. A playground area is also plan- ned. Mr. Bush requires a decision from council before May 1, 1973 since this is the closing date on his offer to purchase. The Bluewater Radio Club, meeting in the club rooms at the Park Theatre, held its an- nual election of officers on April 5th. President for the en- suing year is R, A. (Bob) Pat- tison, VE3GVD, of Menesetung Park, and the Secretary- treasurer is James R. Cooper, VE3CR, of Clinton. A vote of tharilsa,sysass,,extencied. by Jack Hill, VE3y1-I;,*of Pine River to Fred Bisset` and Glenn McMichael of 'Saltford Heights and Benmiller respectively, un- der whose able leadership and guidance the club has flourished, boasting 45 mem- bers including three White Cane operators, The highlight of the meeting was a description of the trip to :he Middle East in March by 4".• 0.6 10.1••••• Another such application was received from the Hayfield Golf Course of which Ron Samways is the owner. Mr. Samways wishes to establish about 96 sites where the present driving range is located. Some of the applications received by Goderich Township Council are borderline to affec- ting the Maitland Valley Con- servation Authority powers. On matters concerned with changing the shape of the river banks in any way, the Authority should be consulted to "air" their feelings about the changes, according to Marlene Shiell, secretary-treasurer of the M.V.C.A. Mr. Hill who is a United Church minister, With a party of fellow churchmen he visited that historic and troubled area. He praised the Canadian troops for the excellent peace- keeping job they are doing in Cyprus which was one of their stopovers. Included in the itinerary w an audience with PopesPattlsVI,sthe Pope of the Cof#Ie..0kureli,.# , Cairo, and Archblsixgp 1!44.qfriq Field Day plans are in the nuclous stage at the moment, but they should be taking shape at the next meeting in May. This is the big event of the summer when portable equip- ment is set up using emergency power, and amateur stations are contacted all over North America. 411.^0 4,01. If numbers mean anything, the current fund-raising drive for The Canadian Cancer Society in Huron County is going to go over the top. The kickoff of the campaign, a gala Daffodil Coffee Party held last Wednesday at The White Carnation in Hoimesville was attended by an estimated 700 people, It was the first venture of its kind in Huron, but probably won't be the last, The afternoon and evening affair provided continuous en- tertainment for men and women who enjoyed coffee and sweet served by the various Branch members in Huron Unit. Among those entertainers were Mrs, Marjorie Hays Dunlop and her accompanist Paul Baker of Goderich, The local pair provided delightful musical treats as did The Bell Ringers of Wingham, ten young men with their leader, Gordon many feet of lake bank. This, combined with erosion on the bank from surface drain runoff, has resulted in large portions of the bank slipping away. Almost everywhere along Huron County's 45 miles of eroded coast line cottages are threatened with falling from their perches atop the lake bank. In addition the high water and erosion have washed away earth leaving sewage systems exposed and in some cases causing tile systems from septic tanks to empty directly into the lake. As a result the Health Unit ,.and ,the cottagers are ..foeing.s. a dangerous health 'Situation as s "Many cottages were built with their septic tank and tile systems between the building and the lake bank," Dr. Mills explains. "With the erosion of the bank these sewage systems are left exposed. Many leeching pits have been washed away during storms or have simply disappeared under the high Leggett. Others who performed •were Highland dancer Miss Nancy Ream, and a group of eager Brownies who sang unexpec- tedly and unrehearsed. An day long, Tim St, Louis of The Raintree in Clinton had a booth of artistic crafts available for browsing or for sale. Although the atmosphere generally was relaxed, some speakers indicated the tremen- dous need of the Canadian Cancer Society for funds to carry on the vital research and service-to-patients. Among those speakers was Ron Calhoun, campaign chair- man for South Western District of which Huron is now a part, The district comprises Kent, • Elgin,Lambton, Middlesex, Ox- ford and Huron Counties. "This event is a beautiful ex- pression of determination," said Calhoun. "And you are all members of the Cancer Society. water." The solution will not be an easy one according to Health officials, and it will also be ex- pensive. The most immediate answer is the establishment of old fashioned out-houses, but out- houses built to government ap- proved plans which are available from the Health Unit. Ideally, the Medical Officer of Health, suggests, miniature sewage treatment plants should be installed, with perhaps groups of cottagers in a certain area going together to pay for what will be an expensive operation. The',-Huron Healtti'Vnit presently pushing the 111.41glq, of the " Envirdnin&rit )ftY hellStw "They don't seem to under- stand," Dr. Mills notes, "that even though we have a high bank along the lake in our area we have 'problems. They seem to be only concerned about the flood plain areas in southern Ontario and don't understand that the very bank they think gives us protection is also Radio club elects slate He spoke about The Ladies Great Ride for Cancer which last year raised $100,000 in the You may not be card carrying members but you are all mem- bers because the minute you take a breath you are suscep- tible to cancer." District and of the other "special events" which netted $150,000 for the Cancer Society. Calhoun was introduced to "Team Huron" - the campaign chairmen from across the county . by Past President Mrs. M.W, Durst ,Clinton Judy Damsma of Clinton, Dianne Baird of Brucefieid and Shirley Johnston of Clinton put the finishing touches on the entrance to CHSS's "At Home Dance." (News-Record photo) creating our problems." The Health Unit had applied for two students to conduct an environmental study regarding cottages in the area and had their application approved last year only to have it cancelled at a later date. "They will have to reconsider," Dr. Mills said. Health officials would like to see these students conduct dye tests on the sewage systems along the lake because many were built before proper per- mits were required and there is no way of telling just where they are located. Dye tests would show if seepage was occurring, where it was and how serious the situation was, Further inspections are being carried out by the Health Unit as time is available and more cottages will be signed by the officials. "What we need is some sort of an All Terrain Vehicle," (continued on page 6 closed because of health risk Oklahoma was theme of "At Home Dance" Nick Hodgins of Clinton, top, and Bob Montgomery of Seaforth put the moon up for CHSS's "fit Home Dance which was held last Friday night at the high school. (News-Record photo) Brenda Cotctough of Clinton was Picked Queen Of this year's "At Home Dance" held at CHSS last tridey. Miss CoiclOugh was drowned by last year's Queen Dianne Tyn. doh. (photo by Jack Hunt) Here are this - contements and their escorts for CHSS's "At Home Dance" held last Friday night. Left to right are Joyce Nellane and Brad Hargreaves, Brenda Colciough and Hugo Maaskampt, Rosanne Middleton and Bob Carnochan, Bev Elliott and Don Shropshall, Rita Pennings and Randy bililar. (photo by Jack Hunt) Osubtherna" Wet the theme of this year's "At Home UanCe" at OfISS and five of the student* who helped decorate the gym for the occasion paused on the "Porch". Lett to right are Deb Johnston of Clinton, Cathy Granger of hayfield, Dianne *SO of RR 5, Clinton and Mary Lott Degroot of SetifOrth, who Co-ordinated the project. (NOWS-Retord phOto) Theis Central Huron Secondary ;Shoot girls try out the "bar" at the At Horne Dane*" hAill last Friday al the 90001 Lett to right are Bennie Johnitoh Of Clinton, Hattie idsinga of Lon. detbotoi Gwen Hill of atutottekt and Marian Thompson of .RR 2 COMO (in front), (Now*. Recotd photo)