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Clinton News-Record, 1973-11-15, Page 17•*, R SPECIAL NEW — WHITEWALL SNOW TIRES 78 SERIES IN F, G OR H 14 & 15" EACH S 1 507 INSTALLED WORRY-FREE SNOW-TIRES REMINGTON c:'Uisaop • Three timely reasons why your car should be tuned regularly. To save gasoline. With the increasing need to protect energy resources, it's important for us all to conserve the amount of gas we use. Yet tests have shown an untuned car uses 8.2% more gasoline than a tuned car on the average. And that's more than a gallon in every tankful. 111, To save our environment. in recent tests and talk about auto emissions, it's become clear that the pollution controls on our late-model cars are working. And it's been made just as clear that the pollution devices must be maintained and the cars tuned regularly to keep harmful emissions down. To save yourself from winter weather worries. Other tests by Champion Spark Plug Company have shown that an untuned car is especially troublesome during winter, Cars needing tune-ups had twice as many "won't starts" as tuned cars. villego And the untuned cars took an average of 15% longer to start, More gasoline. Cleaner air. Trouble-free driving. They all can be yours if you take your car in for a tune-up. Once each year or every 10,000 miles. With the spark plug brand that you can depend on. Champion. $y lock Hiddent nOron firer McKILLOP MUTUAL FIRE • INSURANCE-COMPANY 1-fAx- Established 1876 HEAD OFFICE: Seaforth, Ontario emo▪ o. Mrs. Margaret Sharp, Sec. Treas. Phone 527-0400 It Only Costs A Little To Be Safe :/ Fire, Egtended Coverage, Wind- /*x.; storm, Theft, Property Damage, • Liability, Etc. Directors and Adjusters: Wm. Alexander, Seaforth Robt. Archibald, RrR. 4, Seaforth, Ken Carnochati, R.R.4, Seaforth Ross Leonhardt, R.11:1, Bornholm John lapwing, R.R.1, Blyth Stanley Mcilwain, R.R.2, Goderich John Moylan, R.R.2, Dublin Vim. Pepper, Brucefield J. N. Trewartha; Box 661, Clinton Agents: James Keys, R.R.1, Seafprth Leiper, Loidestx;rci phone 5274831 527-1817 527-1545 345-2234 523-9390 524-'7051, 345-2639 482-'7534 482-7593 K. J. Etue, Seaforth Donald M. Laurie, Brussels ANNUAL MEETING THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22 8:00 P.M. AT THE BOARDROOM ONTARIO MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE & FOOD MEMBERS ARE URGED TO COME OUT A VOTE ON THE DISPOSITION OF OVER $200,000.00 in undivided earnings Clinton Community Credit Union 0 Ontario St. CLINTON 482.3487 " CHAMPION wataset, Ontar,' Get Your Winter 'Whoa' Power Ready Have Brakes Checked cusTON NEWS-RECORD, THURSDAY, NONE MEER 15, 1973-4A unbalanced brikes can pause a ear to skid, Brake balancingo and a good alignment job provides the motorist with extra protection for winter driv- ing, because the car will re- spond better in unfavorable driving conditions. Brake systems should be inspected every 10,000 miles, if dependable stopping efil- ciency is to be maintained. If frequent braking and fast Stops are reqpired in your driving, earlier insPee- tic= are a wise practice. Many otherwise cautious drivers will delay brake service until brakes signal their distress with grind- ing, squealing or slapping noises. At this point, drums or discs probably are scored too deeply for refinishing— and new ones will have to be installed, which increases repair cost. Take a look at these brake shoes from a ear that ... "seemed to be stopping okay . . . just pulling a little bit to one side." Brake linings worn to this extreme are not only a safety haz- ard, they also damage the brake drums. The result: a higher than normal repair bill. Note, too, that the wear on the left side is much greater than on the right, a good case in point for having all four brakes checked. Car Care Council asks, how long has it been since you've had your brakes checked? Guard against winter "won't starts" 41,00* Bring your car in for our expert engine tune-up: a new set of Champion spark plugs plus other basic tune-up items your car may need, It's the best winter "won't start" protection going! WANTED!! Cars, Trucks and Tractors For Wrecking 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE Wien having brakes in- spected, be sure the shop has capable personnel and the right equipment to do the lob thoroughly, The im- portance of describing any Symptoms of brake wear to your mechanic, and giving him a chance to explain to you what may be required to correct it, is a necessary part of good service. Motorists can protect their cars from the serious brake malfunctions that cause accidents and Major expense— with regular brake inspections, simple adjustments and repairs. If you have not already taken your car in for its winter brake checkup, the time to do it is now. If adjustments are net needed, you're money ahead —if they are, the repair cost will be small, compared to the loss that could be suf- fered due to brake failure. HELPFUL HINTS FOR SAFE DRIVING When an engine misses as the car is accelerated but runs fine at light load or idle, the probable reason is that a worn plug may mis- fire because of increased compression pressure at heavy load. * * * When cleaning your wind- shield, don't force the wiper blades aside. Some of the late model electrically driv- en ., wipers can be perma- nently damaged by forcing them to another position. Some ignition problems don't show themselves ex- cept in wet weather. That's when cracked insulation is most likely to fail. Avoid trouble by having boots and cables inspected when you buy new spark plugs. * * * If you should be adding water to your car's battery, be careful not to overfill. Spilled acid will attack metal hold-downs, cables and other parts adjacent to the battery, Speaking in the Legislature Justice Secretary, George Kerr, intimated that Provincial Judges are not working hard enough. Mr, Kerr was reacting to comments earlier in the week by •Judge Joseph Addiiain, Crown Attorney William Rankin and defense lawyer, Clare Lewis, who agreed that the Provincial Courts are slow and ever- crowded. The three were in- volved in a rape case in which two defendants were making their ninth appearance in Court for preliminary hearings, Mr. Kerr said "There seems always to be complaints and whining from members of the profession who themselves con- tribute to this backlog and overloading." Ontario Attorney General Dalton Bales, issued a statement rebuking his boss, Justice Secretary George Kerr, for saying that Provincial Judges are not working hard enough. Mr. Bales said that Mr. Kerr's comments cast "an unwarranted reflection on the administration of justice in this Province, It is an opinion I do not share because it just does not accord with the facts." New Democratic Party Leader, Stephen Lewis, said that the lending rules of the Ontario Development Cor- poration effectively exclude In- dian Bands from receiving development assistance from the ODC. Industry and Tourism Minister Claude Bennett, who is responsible for the ODC, replied to his knowledge no Band had applied for such a loan He said Indian Bands could receive aid for their projects from other Govern- ment sources. Mr. Lewis went on to say that the ODC secures its loans by mortgages but Indian lands may not be mortgaged. Bands with worthy projects are thus shut off from this important source of funds. Mr. Bennett said the ODC is basically an agency to make loans to businesses which can- not secure financing for viable projects from other sources. It does not, for example, make loans to municipalities* It requires security just as any other lender does, he said, because the ODC is putting out public money and wants to get it back, He said that there was nothing to bar an Indian Band from applying and the ODC Board from deciding to grant a loan, The legislation establishing ODC does not specifically require mortgage security. Consumer Affairs Minister, John Clement, introduced changes to the Insurance Act, mostly designed to clarify legislation and bring it up to date. The changes would prohibit the "Confinement Clause" in all sickness and ac- cident policies. The clause allows companies to pay lost time benefits to a worker only during the period of time he is confined to his home under a doctor's care. The new legislation would require payment of benefits while the worker is unable to work whether confined or not, Other changes proposed by Mr. Clement: - the ministry will gain the power to regulate mass advertising of insurance; the cost of ministry in- vestigation of the finances and records of a company applying for accreditation in Ontario, would be paid 'in future by the company, mutual benefits societies, such as ethnic and social clubs will be allowed to provide up to $800 for funeral expenses of members, com- panies incorporated in Ontaiio who issue policies in which policy holders share in com- pany profits must guarantee a payment to the policy holders whenever a dividend is paid to shareholders in the company. Responding to a suggestion from Bernard Newman, Liberal Member for Windsor Walker- Transport Minister Gor- don Carton said that it may eventually be possible to keep track of the mileage at which Cara are sold so that purchasers will not be tricked by speedometers that had been turned back. Mr. Carton told the legislature that "when we get computerized perhaps this would be worth looking into," Mr. Carton also accepted a suggestion that Ontario and Ot- tawa look into the possibilities of a tamperproof speedometer, one which cannot be turned back. Replying to a question from Opposition Leader, Robert Nixon, Ontario Attorney General, Dalton Bales denied charges that the Government refuses to prosecute stores that illegally remain open Sundays and trucking companies that ship goods on Sundays without a permit. Both are offences un- der the Federal Lord's Day Act. Mr. Bales said complaints can be laid through either the police or a Justice of the Peace and are then forwarded through a Crown Attorney to his office for consent to prosecute. James Bullbrook, Liberal Member for Sarnia, said delays in the legal process meant the illegal operations could con- tinue for six to eight weeks 'And because these stores operate from six to eight weeks the fine, therefore that might subsequently be levied is in- nocuous." Mr. Bullbrook said the stores do not care whether you prosecute them or not, they are making money. Solicitor General John Yaremko refused to identify a Toronto Lawyer, said to be handling investments of Detroit money in Ontario. He said that he was aware of the reported investment practice and that the Ontario Provincial Police and Metro Toronto Police knew of the lawyer and were on top of the matter. Hydro., rate ..increases are inevitable, Energy Minister Darcy McKeough, said yester- day but all future increases will have to face the test of prior public hearings. Mr. McKeough said that Hydro rates are going to have to go up every year as we are. looking at great Hydro cost increases for years to come, Mr. McKeough reminded the Legislature though that the an- nounced Hydro rate increase of 71 /2 per cent early next year will be the last that will be made unilaterally by Hydro without public hearings before the Ontario Energy Board. Legislation passed in June requires that any increase on or after January 1st, 1975 must be submitted to the Energy Minister eight months in ad- vance. The proposal then goes to the Ontario Energy Board for public hearings and the OFB reports its opinion back to the minister. During a Legislature debate on the Workmen's Com- pensation Board, Opposition Leader Robert Nixon praised the new chairman of the Board but said the public is still suspicious of the WCE1 decision to build a new Head Office in • downtown. Toronto. He said the selection of a head office site at Bloor and Yonge and awarding the contract to the Swiss based Fidinarn Limited without ten- der is "completely unaccep- table," He referred to Fidinana's $50,000 donation to the Progressive Conservative Party after getting the contract and so it raised suspicion and political hackles, Edward Bounsall, NDP, Windsor-West said his Party would withhold praise for the new Chairman until it saw favourable changes but that there bad been a change in at- mosphere for the better since Mr. Starr took over. He added that one of the most pressing changes needed was an adjust- ment in the pension of injured workmen to counter inflation. In view of the fuel needs in Quebec which may mean sacrifices in Ontario, Op- position Leader Robert Nixon asked the Minister of Energy whether the Government has any contingency plans in case of energy restrictions. Mr. McKeough told the Legislature that ministry officials are studying short term conser- vation methods.. He said On- tario's dependence on crude oil from Western Canada means needs will probably be met. Mr. McKeough intimated that he did not think the situation would be critical but suggested what Ontario residents and the Government could do to con- serve fuel. He said the Province is prepared to forego Sunday driving to make sure that there is heat in the homes and the Province of Quebec, if it comes down to that. He also suggested that some public buildings such as movie theatres could be closed. Mr. McKeough hopes that we do not get to the stage that we have to worry about Christmas tree lights but it might just be possible. He said officials from his. Ministry are considering such programs as voluntary conser- vation of energy and used as an example a lower speed limit for Government vehicles. Donald Deacon has been of- ficially named Deputy Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party and. James Breithaupt, Liberal Member of Kitchener and Chairman of the Legislature Public Accounts Committee, was given the job of House Leader, previously held by Op- position Leader Robert Nixon. Mr. Deacon, the member for York Centre, was given specific responsibilities for Party organization and co-ordination of its policy making process. Robert Welch, Ontario Social Development Secretary, was sworn in Wednesday as Ontario first Minister of Housing. Mr. Welch, a St. Cathafines' lawyer, previously held the Citizenship and Education por- tfolios. Mr. Welch will retain his portfolio as Secretary but will soon be assigned a Parliamentary assistant to have him perform his double duties. Ontario will have Acupunc- ture Centres shortly. The Minister of Health, Dr. Potter, told the Legislature he would recommend that some Acupun- cture Training Centres be set up in the Province and that they probably would be associated with the University Training centres. According to Dr. Potter, the medical delegation' that visited China is now preparing reports on the subject and is working with the Ministry and the Ontario Council of Health, Although Dr. Potter has not received the recommendations from the On- tario Council of Health as yet, he did not expect the program to be limited to doctors only. However, there will be strict regulation and some control exercised to ensure that the public are not taken advantage of. DePenclable brakes on a car are a Year,round• nee- esstty --but, in many areas, winter brings more frequent split-seeond demands on the brakes. Like other automotive parts, brakes can be affect- ed by temperature changes, Pre-winter inspection may reveal, a need for brake ad- justment. A thorough brake and wheel inspection may also reveal that wheels are out of alignment, Which causes excessive tire wear. Brakes, as well as wheels, may be out of balance after long trips on hot pavement and bumpy side roads dur- ing the summer, If your car pulls to the right or left when stopped from a slow speed — less than 10 miles per hour-- the brakes are out of balance and your car is unsafe, Qn_wet pavement, SEE US SOON FOR EARLY DELIVERY ALL SIZES NOW IN STOCK USED TIRES REGULAR & SNOW TREAD SPECIAL FALL PRICES We Have PARTS FOR LATE MODEL CARS' & TRUCKS . . REBUILT AND USED INSTALLATION, SERVICE LICENSED MECHANICS "ainamiminime wa wi YOUR BP bEALER CLERE AUTO WRECKERS room u HoAisvou.s 1114- 401419