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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1961-09-07, Page 2Pete 2 Ti Tfetes,Adv, ete, September 7, 1961 POPULAR WITH CREWS—Allie Dayman, second from the left, (wearing Mexican hat) is shown enjoying a pleasant chat with the crew of Kandie III, one of the yachts which finds Grand Bend such a popular spot to dock. The 75 -year-old dock :master claims that many of the boats now stay in Grand Bend for one and two week periods, whereas they used to just be here for one or two days. — Holiday photo :Obliging docking master papular with boat crews Although. A 11 i e Dayman, Grand Bend's dock master, is at a loss to explain the change in the length of stay of cruis- ers at the harbor, it could be that the answer is closer than •he thinks. In fact, it could be himself. The 75 -year -ofd Allie explain- ed that cruisers coming into Grand Bend were now spending a week or even two weeks here, rather than just a night or two as they used to do. "They realy like it at Grand Bend," he reported, "and they feel it is an ideal spot for .families. However, most of the owners probably enjoy the service and facilities they receive from Allie, and know that they • won't find them any place else. They use it Alfie leaves his car parked. at the top of the hill near the ,village docks and hands over the keys to any who ask for them. "They take it to go to ,church, down to the laundry, or over to get some beer," he explained. The genial harbor master also takes, ,soave . of the boaters into his own home if a storm blows up and it is -unpleasant on their luxurious craft. And, every night, he can be found walking along the dock making sure that they all arc comfortable and have bee, able to find the water and hydro provided, at the docks, as.' well as bidding them all "good night". The village docks accommo- date approximately 18 boats and there is only about one night a week that the spaces WHAT RFLP MAKES TIE GOOD OLD DAYS, IS A GOOD IMAGINATION AND APOOR MEMORY! You don't need any imag- ination to know how good - tasting our cottage cheese is. Just order some today from our route salesmen or from your local store. FOR YOUR DAILY BOTTLED UNSHINE. SOUir. are not all filled. On busy weekends, many of the boats have to tie two abreast to get into harbor. Owner himself However, much of Allie's success as a dock master may lie in the fact that he under- stands their needs, because he also owns his own cruiser, He purchased a 20 - foot sports model two years ago, when he was offered a bargain by a chap "who had run a bit short." On stormy nights, Allie often takes his own boat into the lake to guide cruisers into the Grand Bend harbor. Allie notes that Grand Bend will have to add additional docking space if they are to keep up to the helvy influx of the luxury boats that come in- to harbor from various Ontario and American points on Lakes Huron and Erie. "I don't know what we are going to do for space if the ed, "because in the past four years, business has increased 75 percent," Additional docking spaces were added last year, but these are filled every night. He also points out the need for a shower room near the docks for the use of crews and also for barbecues. Friendly people Allie, who used to travel be- tween Owen Sound and London as a machinery and lightning rod salesman, says he finds the crews very friendly and con- genial. "They mix well with each other too," he said, "and if there is a party going, they are all usually invited." The biggest boat the harbor master has ever tied up was a large 46 -foot boat from De- troit. "It would possibly cost over $75,000, he reports. In the winter, when ice blocks the harbor, Allie is usually found playing cards at Mason's Supertest or cavorting trend keeps up," he comment- on the sands in Florida. Best Wishes For A Successful Air Show on MacGregor FUELS AND WELDING PHONE 737 EXETER At last people aren't walking on my tail all the time. Time was, we were so crowded that I had to sleep with one eye open. But now the house has been enlarged and we can all breathe easier, especially me. You ask where the money was saved? i►/ AgiAWB THE BANK OF NOVA SCOTIA nnouncement WILBERT MARTIN wishes to announce that he has disposed of his exclusive franchise for the sale of SHERLOCIK-MANNING PIANOS and that, effective immediately, the agency has been transferred to SN ELGROVE'S At this time, Mr. Martin wishes to express his sincere appreciation of the patronage he has enjoyed over many years and to recommend his successor, Mr Andrew Snelgrove, to those who wish to purchase Sherlock -Manning pianos , ONTARIO INFORMATION • about the ONTARIO RETAIL SALES TAX The following basic information about the 3% Retail Sales Tax, that went into effect September lst, will be of interest to every resident of Ontario: Why the Sales Tax was introduced Ontario is experiencing the most dynamic growth in its history. • As a result, the demands onthe provincial treasury continue to grow at an unprecedented rate. For example, during the next five years we must build the equivalent of one thousand schools large enough for 500 pupils each. This means that provincial grants to schools must be greatly increased in the years immediately ahead, or municipalities will be faced with crippling mill rates to provide basic educational facilities. Hospitals, highways • and other public works must also be greatly expanded to meet the needs of our rapidly increasing population. Your Province must increase its revenues by about $150 million annually to pay for these vital projects. After considering every method available to the Prov- ince, of raising money, your representatives at Queen's Park decided that our vast financial needs could not be met out of present sources of revenue. It was agreed that The Retail Sales Tax Act was the fairest and most practi- cal way for residents of Ontario to contribute to the cost of their schools, hospitals and other essential services. Before drawing up the Ontario Retail Sales Tax Act, your government closely studied the retail sales taxes • of seven other Canadian provinces and many states of the U.S.A. The Ontario Retail Sales Tax Act has the broadest exemptions of any of these retail sales taxes. Only two other provinces have atax rate as low as Ontario. Collection of Tax Those who regularly sell goods as a normal part of their business must apply to be registered as vendors. Those who have applied are now receiving their permits. They will collect 3% tax on the price of goods sold to the ultimate consumer. The tax will be collected only once. Thus, a registered wholesaler will purchase goods for resale tax free from the manufacturer. He in turn will sell to the retailer on a tax free basis. Then the re - taller will collect the tax when he sells to the consumer. Major Consumer Exemptions Most of the day-to-day necessities of life are free of' sales tax. Food, prescribed drugs and medical sup- plies, and children's clothing are all tax exempt. Heating fuel, electricity and gasoline are exempt. Newspapers, magazines and books are exempt. No tax applies on restaurant meals charged separately at $1.50 or less. Each sale of less than 17¢ is exempt. These and md'ny other exemptions are discussed in detail on special cards that are now being mailed to retailers and other vendors. Homes Not Taxable Houses and other buildings are real property and are not subject to tax under this Act. The building con- tractor pays tax on materials incorporated into the home or other structure but no tax is payable on the labour that constitutes a large part of the total price of a home. If furnishings such as draperies, stoves and refriger- ators are sold with a home, tax is payable on the fair value of such furnishings. Services Not Taxable Only items of merchandise that are moveable, and tele• phone services, except long distance calls, are subject to the tax. Those persons selling "services," such as barbers, beauty shops, launderers and dry cleaners, do not collect tax, but must pay tax on the materials they use in supply ing their service. However, if a repair service includes substantial quantities of parts or material, the entire bill will be taxable unless the materials are shown as a separate charge from the labour. Casual Sales When an individual sells goods privately, the transaction is a "casual" sale. In such cases the purchaser and not the seller of taxable goods is responsible to report the purchase and pay the sales tax on the purchase price to the Retail Sales Tax Branch, Office of the Comptroller of Revenue. Instalment Purchases Sales tax is due on the total price when the sale is made; even though payments may continue over a long period of time.. Finance charges are also taxable unless quoted and itemized separately. Trade-ins The actual selling price minus the amount of the trade-in allowance is the amount upon which sales tax is payable. Farming Farmers will be exempt from tax on most equipment, on ' agricultural seeds and feeds, on drugs and medicines for livestock and on many other commodities used directly in the business of farming. Exports and Imports Goods exported from Ontario are not taxable since the tax is applicable. only to goods used in Ontario. No tax. is payable under this Act by manufacturers on goods they purchase for use in the production of goods for sale, Thus, their competitive position in the export market is maintained without change after the introduction of' this tax. Goods imported into Ontario are taxable since they are purchased for use in Ontario. The purchaser of the imported goods is subject to the same tax he would have to pay to an Ontario Vendor if he purchased the goods in Ontario. Rental of Moveable Property The person who acquires possession of moveable prop;' erty by paying a rental price for its use is regarded as a' purchaser of such property under the Act and tax is, payable by him on the rental price paid. Registered vendors are receiving special cards that list exempt and taxable goods: Each explains how the Retail Sales Tax applies to each particular type of business. Addi- tional information is available from the District Sales Tax Office serving your community. DISTRICT OFFICE AT STRATFORD serving Huron, Perth and Waterloo Counties 36 ERIE STREET -- TEL. 271.0601 DISTRICT TAX ADMINISTRATOR, IC C. LOUNDS PHILIP T. CLARK, Coruptrollet of Revclnae