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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1963-01-31, Page 2CrT11111 c. 'Doctors tell me he's advanced for his age." 1898 DAIMLER Times V2t. eateS UtleS iell•C /;,.zia wrieZarLow. Established 1873 Advocate Established 1881 Amalgamated 1924 . .• texeferZimaAllogicate':.:0, SERVING CANADA'S BEST FARMLAND Member: C.W.N,A., O.W.N.A., C.C.N.R, and ABC EDITORIALS On council considerations this s4n0)', W e dnesday afternoon. end guritiu„,thge -„eyenitip throu9liou :the: week, GUEST OPINION They suggest ryes' vote 4 BY EXETER INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION This town's aggressive council is con- sidering such a number of new proposals and Changes, it would require considerable space to deal with each of them in a separate edi- torial, We propose to group our comments on a number of the current issues here; (a) Town manager. We support Mayor Simmons and his group in this proposal and commend. the investigating committee for mak- ing a responsible study of it, This newspaper has suggested in the past that there, is need for greater co-ordination among works projects; that 'there should be better communication between council and its works department; and that council should be relieved of many of their smaller tasks by a responsible supervisor who can handle the majority of citizens' en- quiries. The need for someone capable of read- ing and carrying out engineered plans and specifications becomes more evident as the town wisely turns to professional guidance for the development of its roads, drains and side- walks. In the past, the foreman has taken in- structions from individual committee chair- men in a disjointed line of authority which places the former in an unfortunate and un- fair position. The hiring of a manager may cost the town more money but it should result in better value for the considerable funds ex- pended on public works, (b) Council salaries. Again we support the mayor. The present $350 salary for coun- cillors, of which we approved at the time it was established, should be sufficient compen- sation, in our view. If one allowed 10 special meetings of council on top of the 24 regular Automobile Salesman Wanted The following f4ots and find- ings represent the thoughts of the. Exeter Industrial Develop- ment Corporation and are put forth as a service to the public in the pending vote. Exeter, as everyone knows, Is most anxious to attract in- destrY and it is felt a licensed premises in itself would be another industry employing 15 to 20 more people. A licensed premises would provide us with a much needed dining room, capable of catering to service clubs, sales meetings and ban- quets. This business now goes out of Exeter. We believe we have excellent restaurants but By largest volume automobile fran- chise north of London. Requires ag- gressive personality. Excellent working conditions, including group insurance. Experience an asset but not essential. meetings, it provides for at least $10 per meet- ing or roughly $2.00 per hour. It does not pay for committee meetings, we agree, but there are at least three important considerations here: (I) although some committees do meet often, there are others which •rarely get to- gether more than once or twice a year and it would be unfair to pay all on 'the basis of the work of some; (ii) committees should be en- couraged to set up an annual program at the beginning of the year, which would not only help council plan its year's work but would also eliminate 'the necessity of calling special meetings to deal with each individual prob- lem as it arises; (iii) council expects its ap- pointees to boards and committees to serve without pay—council members 'should be pre- pared to devote at least as much of their own time without remuneration. (c) Police salaries, We stand with Coun- cillor Wooden and against the rest of council in regard to the establishment of maximums, in most cases already reached. By limiting sal- aries, council may defeat 'its own sound move in providing for the adequate training of its force in that other communities may outbid it for the services of the men it has sent to police school. As salaries increase, however, we think a higher standard of law enforcement service should be required, particularly in the field of safety training and public relations. (d) Prepayment of sewerage frontage rates. The proposal 'has considerable merit, par- ticularly if it will extend services and augment revenue by increasing the number of instal- lations. This board feels that without a licensed premises in Exeter, it will be extremely hard for us to attract industry, espec, lap), "Oracle A" industry who certainly expect the finest in, accommodation and dining. A licensed premises would return revenue to the town which the town does not now enjoy. Certainly all of those in Huron County who have obtained a license in the last few years have built large extentions on to existing buildings or built new buildings, none of which distract, they are all built to Government standards which are very high: To sum up, this organization endorses a "Yes" vote across the board; let's help Exeter grow and become more pro- gressive. feel we definitely lack geed dining facilities. Only recently have we had suitable overnite accommoda, tion, and we believe with a licensed premises andcom- pletely modern rooms we will be able to attract our share of travellers and salesmen. They leave money in a variety of business places. Recently our organization conducted a survey of towns in the immediate area of Exe- ter, towns with licensed pre- mises. Of all people questioned, all business people, we found 98% felt these outlets were beneficial to the town and in general helped business. APPLY IN WRITING TO: 11116.WOMMIStIVIVON.1 Your library Box 72D Exeter Times-Advocate "I'd hate to do this on a hot summer's day." I left my films at... HUNTLEY'S DRUG STORE EXETER Unwarranted resolution It 'is disturbing that the Progressive Conservative convention in Ottawa earlier this month saw fit to pass unanimously a resolution swearing undying loyalty to and unfailing con- fidence in, Prime Minister Diefenbaker. This type of resolution is a time-worn method of covering up disagreements within the party in order to present a solid, happy and dedicated front to the public. It may have outlived its usefulness. In this case, it may turn out to be detrimental. The resolution suggests the party is completely satisfied with Mr, Diefenbaker's programs and policies. Such, obviously, is not the case. In fact, there was such feeling to the contrary stories emerged before the conven- tion that there might be an attempt to depose Mr. Diefenbaker. However silly and unfounded these stories were, they accentuated the fact that there is disagreement within the party. We don't believe the party supports Mr. Diefenbaker's hopelessly vague policy on na- tional defence; we don't believe it agrees with his lack of positive approach to economic meas- ures, his panicky priming of the business pump; his tolerance of extravagence in the civil serv- ice; his vascillation and temerity on major is- sues; his inability to present a balanced budget. Obviously the party at the provincial level doesn't agree, because it shows a com- pletely opposite attitude in its conduct of On- tario affairs. It displays leadership, courage, forthrightness and an ability to square up to the issues which is refreshing and stimulating. It has foreseen many of the problems of the future and has taken steps to cope with them now—it does not wait until disaster arrives. Mr. Diefenbaker may well be doomed to defeat in the next general election. The in- dications 'are there from the last election and from recent public opinion surveys. By sup- porting Mr. Diefenbaker in such broad terms, the party may well have sealed that defeat by telling the public it can expect no change, no improvement. The PC's might better have bene- fitted their own cause, the country's cause, and that of Mr. Diefenbaker, by indicating they were not satisfied with •the policies which ob- viously have not met with the wholehearted ap- proval of the Canadian people. LSMFT wind up the Progressive-Con- servative campaign in Huron at a rally in Goderich on Friday, February 13. BY THE EDITOR Don Southcott He heads North York board 10 YEARS AGO The balmy January weather was too much for two enthusias- tic golfers who played eight holes Wednesday afternoon at Grand Bend. New legislation provides for Victoria Day to be celebrated the Monday preceding May 24. Mayor W. G, Cochrane snip- ped the red ribbon across the artificial ice surface in Exeter Memorial Arena to officially reopen the community centre after its extensive renovation. Over 5,000 people visited South Huron Hospital on Thurs- day and Friday when it was opened for inspection. This was quite a car in its day! By MRS JMS WMWOMMOMMIEVAMIM LIGHT FOR THE ROAD' Light for the Road is a collec- tion from the writings of m en and women, past and present, who have lived and endured and found values worth passing on for the guidance of others. This is not a book to read at one sitting but a book to turn to, from time to time, according to the reader's mood. No specific creed or faith is set forth but the writers in its pages include men of medicine and men of God, actors, poets, statesmen and novelists. Many are well known and a few are hard 1 y known at all. Contributors to the book in- clude Bertrand Russell, Win- ston Churchill, Helen Keller, Thomas Dooley, Sir Wil liam Osler, Bob Hope, Albert Sch- weitzer, Dorothy Thompson and Abraham Lincoln. Light for the Road is divided into six sections. "For a Way of Life" has to do with a personal philosophy and suggests some necessary standards. "For the Struggle Against Odds" is con- cerned with times of crisis and the' kind of courage they call forth. "For the Lengthening Shadows" anticipates the years of aging pointing ways to sere- nity and contentment. "For a Time of Sorrow" offers hope in bereavement. Finally two last sections consider how "The Gifts of Nature and Art" and "The Gifts of Religion and God" can open ways to enjoyment and enrichment. This book is on loan from the Huron 'County' library. CANADA'S WILD GLORY Phillip Keller in this book, Canada's Wild Glory, endeavors to give his readers the exhilara- tion and thrill of life in Canada's vast spaces in the north. The author writes "This generation must discover that the human heart can belifted by free birds in flight; that the soul can draw strength from the soli- tude of mountain ramparts; that the mind can be refreshed with the untarnished' beauty of an al- pine meadow; that the body can gain vigor from the challenge of the trail and life under open skies." The book is well illustrated by photographs and line draw- ings. AND SO WAS YOURS ... but isn't it time you bought a newer one? 50 YEARS AGO The eighth annual meeting of the Ross Taylor Co. was held in their office with reports show- ing business increased 6% over the previous year. President elected is J, W. Taylor and vice- president, J. R. Hind. Mr. W. 0. Godwin of the Jackson Ready-to-wear Co. has gone to Zurich to manage a branch office there. He will be missed in Exeter in musical circles. Mr. S. J. Hogarth, who en- tered the orchard competition conducted by the Fruit Branch of the Department of Agricul- ture during the past. season, has succeeded in capturing first prize for the district. He proves the adaptability of this district for the production of the choicest apples. Mr. Joseph Senior is in Tor- onto attending the photograph- ers' convention. dary schools. The new chairman is happy with this organization: "This North York system is uni- que in its unity of purpose and func- tion . . . . it is becoming more and more apparent that this design for education is the ideal one. The close relationship between elementary and secondary school teachers working side by side, the continuous liaison among the three levels, the joint committees constantly at work integrating curri- culum more closely: all these contri- bute to the unity of which I speak." Results? "Further evidence of the excellence of our students' prepara- tion for higher education is their con- sistent 90% passing average in the first year of university." How is North York preparing for the Robarts Plan? "Preparations are well advanced for our Grade 10 students to commence next September the new courses There will be a choice of 13 different courses in North York secondary schools and a carefully co- ordinated program has been devised to inform students and their parents about the alternatives available". JOTTINGS BY JMS'. J. M. Southcott I notice that Robert Stanbury has been elected chairman of the North York school board, which operates the second largest school system in Ontario. A son of the late Judge J.G. Stanbury, Bob is now a lawyer in the Metro area. He's a former resident of Exeter and a former classmate of mine. Bob's inaugural address, re- printed in part by the Don Mills Mirror, indicates he plans some innovations in the operation of what already is con- sidered one of the most advanced school boards in Canada. He's suggested the board cut its meetings in half--once every two weeks instead of weekly. "With less time spent at business meetings," he said, "trustees would be able to acquaint themselves with the education system itself which is our 'raison d'etre'. There is need for direct, personal and regular communication with our pro- fessional partners, the teachers." He expects to publish a brief newsletter to teachers and staff to keep them informed first hand of the board's ac- tivities, Stanbury's board educates 63,- 000 students in a tri-level system which provides junior high schools to bridge the gap between elementary and secon- HERE'S VALUE! Pleasant memories '62 GALAXIE 500 V-8 sedan, radio, dual-range automatic, low mileage $2,900 '61 FORD V-8 sedan, automatic, radio '61 FORD 6-cylinder 2-door '61 VOLKSWAGEN Deluxe '60 FALCON Tudor, radio ...... ..... $1,900 $1,900 $1,395 $1,300 '57 FORD 9-passenger Country Sedan $1,200 '57 FORD Tudor Ranch Wagon $ 995 '59 CONSUL Sedan, above average $ 800 '59 FIAT * While on my way to Florida I happened to hear a chance remark that led to a pleasant conversation and reminded me of the old saying that the world is not very large. How often have you met someone away from home that happens to know someone that you know and you feel something of a kindred spirit! I had •boarded a limousine at Tampa, Florida, for a trip to St, Petersburg when a gentle- man in the car happened to mention the 'word Exeter. I Was all ears and told him that I had just come from Exeter. I told him that my name was Southcott and I learned that he was Mr. Harry Parkinson, QC, barrister, from Toronto. He Was born In Usborne Township and once had an aunt in Exeter by the name of Mary ParkinSon. I told him that years ago I used to deliver the Exeter Tithes to Miss Parkinson In Exeter and frequently she would meet me at the door and had an apple Or a cookie for me. "That would be my aunt" said P arkinson. "It would be something like she would do." Ile told me he remembered a SOUthoott that used to rent row-, $ 500 '56 BUICK 4-door Hardtop $ 400 '55 PLYMOUTH Coach „ $ 200 Barb and I didn't have much fun the night of "Our battle with the mixed- up electric blanket." I must con- fess I put the fool thing on during one of those cold snaps earlier in the year and it appears I switched the controls in the process. Just so you'll appreciate the situa- tion, I should reveal that in. our pre- electric blanket days we often dis- agreed over how many covers we should have on. She always wanted more than I -- and that explains why we bought dual controls on the electric warmer. You can imagine, then, what went on the night of "Our battle with the mixed-up electric blanket." She set hers at about "6" on the dial. I had mine at "2". The blanket, of course, responded just the opposite, I was too hot and turned mine down. She be- came too cold and turned hers Up. We kept adjusting temperatures throughout the night. I woke up in the morning with prac- tically a south sea tan, and she felt she'd spent the night in the Yukon, Both were prepared to junk the blanket permanently until she (the electrician in the family) discovered the reason we'd been "poles apart," We can laugh about it now but wife TRUCKS '62 FORD 1-ton Express, Ford Motor Co. truck above average ............. ...,,..„ ..... „.„.,...,„. ........ — ....... , $2,200 '58 BEDFORD Van $ 600 '55 FORD Pickup $ 550 '53 FORD 3-ton Chassis and Cab $ 350 TRACTORS '59 FORD 871 Diesel, low hours $2,495 '60 DEXTA Diesel, live PTO $1,900 '51 OLIVER 77 Diesel $1,100 '54 MASSEY HARRIS 22 with hydraulic 22 $ 600 Pubtisheci Each Thursday Morning at Exeter, Ont. Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Depit, Ottawa, and for Payment of Postage in Cash Paid-in-Advance Circulation, Sept, 30, 1962 — 3,817 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Canada $4.00 Per Yew USA $5.60 tarry Snider Motors 25 YEARS AGO About 600 attended the fancy dress carnival in the Exeter Arena Friday evening. The new sound system was used for the first time. Miss Eleanor Abbott won the prize for the best cos- tume on ice. James P. Bowey has placed a large thermometer in front of his place of business which not only shows the temperature but predicts the weather for the next 24 hours. "ACross Canada" travelling tea under the auspices of Exeter WI was held on Tuesday with first course at Halifax at the home of Mts. JameS BoWey; main course, Ottawa at home of Mrs. Lennis O'Brien; des- Sett, Vancouver; hesteSS, Gordon Hunter. About 275 persons attended the dance in Exeter arena Spon- sored by Exeter Bowling Club With Benny Miner and his orchestra, St. Thomas. 15 YEARS AGO Bob Crawford, OsSie ford,. Eric Sutherland, William Hunter and Fred Risebercitigh Of the Exeter Rural REPO spent a week in the Kingsville area repairing the daitiage 'Catised by the recent sleet Storm. , William H: Coates, who for 20 Years (eight as president) has been actively associated With the Eketer AgriCUltiital Society, announced his anent at the annual Meeting,. William J. Badly resigned aS assessor for tlabernaTown;i- Ship at the inaugural roo-otrog of the triLiniolpal .14-etatet, George ' Drew will LIMITED boats at Grand Bend. "That was my grandfather John" I said. He recalled the time when William Leavitt used to own the Exeter park at Grand Bend and the farmers used to drive there for a holiday during the summer season. The park, he said, .used to be filled with horses tied to trees and long rows of tables were provided for the picnickers. There were always good things to eat and prizes for races and spbrts. "We used to rent a boat for the whole day and take a trip down the lake" he said. "It was a wonderful outing". Mr. Parkinson enquired about some of' the Old timers that used to have cottages at the lake: Henry Huston, the McCallunis, the Jones. He asked me about Mr. Harmon Gill, the Eirenners, the Bossenberrys and others whose names were so familiar around Grand Bend: I was able to tell him, that there had been many and inl- Portant changes at Grand Bend since the days that he so Vi- Vidly remembered: It 'was 'one of those chance me et Ingo that brought balk many pleatant memories: PHONE 235.1640 EXETER Ford, Fairlane, Falcon and Ford Trucks "miinmumrmlsoma•moroilau•ffimewaioirimoiiiniiiiiioiirn