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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1965-10-21, Page 1Exeter visit climaxes long friendship by mail EXETER, ONTARIO, OCTOBER 21, 1965 Price Per Copy 10 Cents Pity the poor dogs If husbands feel they are ill done by at times they should think of the poor dogs in Exeter being forced to live in a polyandrous society. Fortunately in the society of humans the ratio of male to female is fairly well balanced and when the pairing off is completed there are very few who do not have a mate. Not so in the canine world of today. According to the latest report of the assessor there are 194 male dogs in town and only seven females. With this outrageous imbalance it Is no wonder we hear mournful howls at night, howls of frustration, jealousy, disappointment and loneliness. Naturally a few of the more adventurous town dogs make nocturnal trips to the country seeking female com- panionship. And there are even a few of the bolder females from the country who venture into town'seeking male com- panionship and a little innocent flirtation — who could blame them with such a high proportion of eligible bach- elors. One point that cannot be disputed, the female dogs in town really have an enjoyable situation. With this situation in mind it is possible it may have been a situation such as this which gave rise to the old saying, "its a dog's life". It is doubtful whether men would like to compete for the girl of their dreams with a ratio of 194-7. On the other hand, what woman wouldn't like to have a great flock of admirers to choose from? vmmt..wirramat.armanommnswer,mtem Members of council, represen- te tatives of Canadian Canners Ltd., a representative of the Ontario water Resources Commission and the town solicitor will sit down at the bargaining table in Exeter, Friday, October 29, in an effort to decide what share each of the principals will pay for a new type of waste disposal system planned to go into op- eration next year to handle Ca- nadian canners' waste. At a meeting last week the OWRC indicated they will allow the experimental project planned for 1966 and discussed at the last council meeting, but told both the Town and the Canners that a new agreement must be reached at the end of 1966. The information regarding this meet- ing was presented to council Monday evening by councillor Ross Taylor, one of the Exeter representatives attending last week's meeting. Councillor Taylor told council that the OWRC indicated they were disappointed that nothing had been done in 1965 and that they disliked small experiments on this problem each year. He said there can be no guarantee that there will not be a pros- ecution next year in regards to pollution even if the experiments are carried out. The experiment calls for one A friendship which developed by mail during the past four years was strengthened last week with a visit to Exeter by a for- mer resident of Exeter, England. Miss Dinah Roberts who is pres- ently working in the United States near Chicago, spent the Thariks- Both the Liberals and Con- servatives have opened their committee rooms in Exeter. Both are located on the west side of the street opposite the Times Advocate office. A false alarm sent firemen racing to the Canadian Canners plant Thursday noon. Apparently the sprinklers were set off turning in an automatic 'alarm. Bonfires of damp leaves sending clouds of dense smoke through residential areas have caused some complaints. In some areas , it is difficult to see while driving. * * * * Six new members were on hand for the regular meeting of the Lions Club Thursday evening. Guest speaker was T-A editor on the role of a newspaper in community government. Initia- tion of new members is planned for October 28. * * * * Vandals have destroyed the sign at the Morrison Dam valued at $150 by driving a car into the supporting post. The damage has been reported to the Ontario Provincial Police for investiga- tion. * * * * Nearly everyone who was on hand to view the steam locomotive in Exeter on Saturday and Sunday had at least one camera and some two and three. It may have been the last time for local residents to get a view of this type of train in this area. * * * * Pesky Leotards, three year old quarter horse mare owned by Len and Noel Vert took reserve grand champion mare at Norfolk County and Brigden registered quarter horse shows. * * * * The saddle club trophy for high point horse this year will be presented Friday evening to•Ed Brady. This is a challenge trophy and must be won three years before it becomes permanent property of the winner. T he trophy was donated by Len and Noel Veri. * * * * Mrs. Gladys Forrest, RR 1Kirk- ton won a Polaroid camera this week in the second of four weekly draws at the newly enlarged Dar- ling's IGA store. Next week the draw will be for a Sue Cory ladies'electric hair dryer. Draw tickets are still being received for the free trip. All the Whining tickets in the Kinsman World Series Pool have not been claimed. Anyone having the winning ticket (or within one run) should cheek at the Victoria and Grey Trust. Last chance to claim these is October 29. The Exeter girls Volleyball team lost out in the St. Mares tourna- ment over the weekend. Five teams were entered in the senior division: two from Stratford Cen, trai, two from St. Marys and one from Exeter. In the junior divis- ion, Strathroy, Exeter, St. Marys and Stratford competed. giving weekend here visiting her pen pal Muriel Wells. The two girls started writing to each other as the result of an article written by the then Mayor of Exeter, Ted Pooley, which was published in Exeter, England. Miss Roberts saw the article and Copies of the official town plan have now been printed and are ready for distribution, members of council were informed Monday evening. Copies will be distri- buted to each councillor in the near future. * * * * Lucan'is slightly ahead of Exeter with its arena program. The ice is now in the Lucan arena and prac- tice has started for minor hockey. * * * * The Lions Club paper drive is scheduled for Wednesday, Octo- ber 27 in the afternoon. Mem- bers with trucks will cover the complete town between 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Chief of Police "Mac" MacKen- zie and party have returned from a week of moose hunting without success. There are stories how- ever of good fishing in the area where 'they stayed. * * * * The court of revision for Exeter will be held Monday, November I, in the council chambers at 7:00 p,m. prior to the regular meeting of council. * * * * The municipal development and loan board has approved a loan of $4,000 for Exeter covering sewer installations. Rev. R. G. Jackson, Anglican Rector, Ailsa Craig has announc- ed service for St. Marys Brinsley next Sunday will be observed as Laymen's Sunday. The men of the congregation will form a special choir and lead the singing. Dr. Meridith of Ilderton will be the guest preacher. Residents of Huronview were given a tour of the northern por- tion of Huron County, Sunday af- ternoon by members of the local AOTS club. This is an annual event which gives residents of Huronview an opportunity to see the changing colors of fall across the county. Twenty cars divided into two groups were used for the trip. Gord Cudmore was the leader of one group while Gerald Godbolt was leader of the other. * * * * Nine courses are underway at night school classes at the South Huron District Secondary School this year. A breakdown of the registrations include 39 in basic typing, 17 in advance typing; 25 in millinery, 30 in oil paint- ing, 16 in shop, 21 in French (in- complete) 18 in basic sewing (Mon), 20 in basic sewing (Wed), 26 in basic bookkeeping, 26 in advance sewing ('rues.) and 15 in advance sewing (Thurs). Mr. Erik Gravlev, manager for the Kongskilde company, Exeter, accompanied by Mr. R. D. Jer- myn, Exeter and Ron Wilson, London, leave Thursday for Tor- onto and New York to fly to Den- mark to attend a meeting of the parent company, Mr. Jermynbe- fere returning to Canada will visit in Ireland. * * * * Mr. Harry bevries and Bob Nicol of the Times-Advocate at- tended the Graphic Arts show in Toronto on Saturday. wrote the mayor asking if he would assist her in finding a pen pal in this area. The Mayor brought the letter to the Times Advocate for publication and from, this correspondence started be- tween Miss Wells and Miss Ro- berts, Miss Roberts has been working in Lake Forest, about 40 miles north of Chicago for the past 12 months but intende to return to Exeter, England next September. She has extended an invitation to Miss Wells to join her in the trip back to her home town and plans have already been started. Miss Roberts remarked on the many names of communities sur- rounding Exeter which are simi- lar to those surrounding Exeter, England. Crediton and Sexsmith were among two mentioned. While visiting here the two girls toured the area visiting Niagara Falls, Goderich, Bay- field, Grand Bend and Dashwood. Miss Roberts suggested that parts of the country in this area reminded her of England but pointed out that it is easy to see the United States influence. She also mentioned that some of the weather reminded her of Eng- land. Miss Roberts also visited the town hall while here to see the gavel presented to Exeter, Onta- rio by Exeter, England. The pres- entation was made in 1951 and the inscription reads, "From Exeter the oldest mayorality inEngland, to Exeter, her younger sister in Canada, 1951". Miss Roberts is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reginald B. Roberts, 34 Elmside, Exeter, England. A record number of new 1966 model cars, special entertain- ment and a beauty contest are all being combined to make this year's Exeter Kinsman Club1966 Auto Show the biggest ever. Eight dealers are participating in the show and all have selected an entry for the beauty contest. The girls will be judged on ap- G-B pipeline behind schedule Sections of the pipeline pro- ject between London and Grand Bend are as much as one year behind schedule, area repr e- sentatives learned last week fol- lowing a tour of the project. Government officials and area PUC officials inspected the pro- jeci: from Grand Bend to London with representatives of the On- tario Water Resources Commis- sion which is looking after build- ing the majority of this project. Choppy water in Lake Huron has slowed up pipe laying opera- tions for the intake which will run some 8,000 feet out into the lake. Water has also caused prob- lems inland with the laying of the pipeline in the Shipka area. Ex- tensive rains during the last month have left the ground soak- ed and water' is a constant battle in the 12 foot trenches. It is hoped that the project will be completed by early 1967. Ninety-third Year Population down again this year The population of Exeter is dropping rather than increasing as predicted in official studies. Council was informed Monday evening that the official popu- lation of Exeter for 1965 is now 3151, down five from 1964 and down 90 from the 1963 total of - 3,241. The largest decrease by age is in the four to seven year old bracket while the total over 70 years of age has risen from 355 to 383 during the past two years. Councillor J. L. Wooden, com- menting on this suggested that this trend has thrown the pre- dictions of the planning board, "right out the window." He told council that last year's figures were fairly close to predictions but could not give the official estimate for 1965 as predicted in planning board studies. Some people feel the popula- tion fluctuation is c au s e d by transfers at RCAF Station Cen- tralia but there are no figures available to check this suppo- sition. pearance, personality, poise and other factors. Judges for the show include B. L. Frankel, vice president of the Kaiser Roth Corporation, division of Catalina Swim Wear; Mrs. Arthur Gaiser and Mrs. William Huntley. A free rose will be given to the first 100 ladies on both Thurs- day and Friday evenings. The door prize each night of the show will be either a lady's or man's watch. George Currie of Hamiltonwill supply the entertainment Thurs- day evening. Mr. Currie is a well known comedien who combines a talent for making unusual animals from balloons with a sharp wit which has made him a favorite wherever he has appeared. Friday evening Ron Leonard It appears as though the new $100,000,000 road plan announced last week for the London area will make few changes in the area immediately surrounding Exeter although some roads in the area will be designated as feeder routes. The plan was outlined to approximately 200 representa- tives of area municipalities last week. The main construction projects of Toronto, well known T.V. ma- gician will be on hand to thrill both old and young alike with his acts of magic prior to the beauty contest. The girls entered in the con- test, and their sponsors, include Sharon Morenz, Taylor Motors; Marion Link, Charlie's Auto Sales; Karen Jermyn, Mathers Brothers garage; Rose Scott, Ex- eter Motor Sales; Carol Gack- stetter, Snell Brothers; Pat Scott, Graham Arthur Motors; Dianne Stone, combined entry of Hen- sail Motor Sales and South End Service; and Kathy Rowe, Larry Snider Motors. There will be free coffee and donuts for adults and pepsi cola for youngsters on both evenings. include: construction of Highway 401-type controlled-access free- way between London and Sarnia and London and St. Thomas: A new time and mile saving high- way between London and Strat- ford: a multilane controlled ac- cess arterial route from 401 just west of Highway 4 eastward by- passing St. Thomas and Aylmer and generally following Highway 3: development of a major link between the London Sarnia Free- way and Parkhill using the ex- is t in g county road that runs northwest from Lobo; And de- velopment of a four-lane London- W oodstock connection using Highway 2 and Governor's Road. The proposed program was unveiled by Highways Minister MacNaughton and senior mem- bers of his staff. The emphasis on the plan will constantly be reviewed and updated by adjust- ments deemed necessary by con- tinuing studies. The St. Marys bypass is in- cluded in the first phase of con- struction along with the recon- struction and widening of High- way 4 between Arva and Elgin- field, Leaf burning still allowed Although there have beencom- plaints of leaf burning and the smoke which goes with this, Ex- eter council will not pass a bylaw prohibiting this. Two factors in- fluenced council's thinking on this matter. It was pointed out that if such a bylaw were passed the town would have to look after picking up the leaves from the residents and disposing of them. This would take a truck and men two or three days each week and add greatly to the present budget. The other reason is sentiment. Many councillors believe that one of the pleasures of a small town is having the right to rake your leaves and burn them on your own property. This is one of the plea- sures of fall and it was pointed out that many people especially retired people enjoy the exercise and fresh air which goes with this annual task. Members felt that this is not a Serioes problem in a town of this size and decided ,to leave the matter as is. Rev. H. Heeg ordained Friday The Rev. Harm en Heeg was or- dained to the Christian ministry and installed as pastor of the Bethel Reformed Church in Ex- eter last Friday night, Oct. 15, 1965, by the classis of Ontario of the Reformed Church in America. The Rev. G. Van Dijk of , Harriston was the presiding minister and read the liturgy. The sermon with its theme "The Church as the Servant of the Lord" was preached by the Rev. R. Katerberg from Drayton. Charges to the minister and to the congregation were given by the Revs. J. Bekkering of Hamil- ton and H. Boekhoven of St. Catharines respectively. All ministers present partici- pated in the meaningful and im- pressive ceremony of the laying on of hands. A gift of a robe was presented to Rev. Heeg by the congregation, after which a great hymn of the Church was sung. Then the newly ordained minister gave the bene- diction which was followed by a period of greetings and words of welcome. Born in the Netherlands, the Rev. Heeg came to Canada with his parents in 1950. He attended Woodstock Collegiate Institute, earned his B.A. degree at Hope College, Holland, Mich., in 1962, and graduated with a B.D. degree from Western Theological Se- minary, H o 11 a n d, Mich. last spring. Rev. Heeg spent the summer in the Middle East, participating in an archaeological seminar of 43 college and graduate school students and professors. The se- minar held by the Institute of Mediterranean Studies took part in the actual excavation of an ancient Canaanite city, made a tour of the Arab countries and studied several weeks at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel. The Rev. Heeg takes the place of Rev. Richard Van Farowe who is now serving a Christian congregation in Leamington. Ten teams will represent Huron County in the 35th annual Provincial 4-H Inter-Club com- petitions to be held at the Univer- sity of Guelph on Friday, October 22. The competition is sponsored by the extension branch of the Ontario Department of Agricul- ture. The competitions are among the highlights of the 4-H agricul- tural clubs program in the pro- vince. Competitions will be held for dairy calves, beef calves, swine, sheep, field drops, pota- toes, forestry, tractor mainten- October 29 has been set as a target date for the completion of dumping fill and grading and pre- paring the first stage of the cen- tennial project for planting trees this fall. It is hoped to have the first plantings take place this fall to give a visable start to this project. Support of this project is still coming in from various sources. The Beta Sigma Phi Sorority in town is prepared to contribute a yellow rose garden in whatever location within the park the cen- t e nni al committee designates. The committee suggested that the southeast corner of the former Learn property, above the "Riverview Park" floral emb- lem, would be an appropriate site, after the finished grade i s established. The group has also volunteered to put on one of the monthly programs during 1967. LIBERAL The Hon. Maurice Sauve pre- dicted that 10 percent less voters will go to the polls during this election than they did during 1963. Speaking at a Liberal rally in support of Mait Edgar, Liberal candidate for Huron County, Mr. Sauve told supporters the Liberal party would be returned with a clear majority if all Liberal party members get out to vote. Commenting on the real issue behind the election Mr. Sauve said this revolves around what can be expected for Canada and what can be provided in the way of security. He pointed out that the problem of security falls into three categories — economic, so- cial and political. Speaking of economics Mr. Sauve said the Liberal party has always been associated with eco- nomic prosperity and pointed out the seven to eight percent growth this year as an example. In regards to social security Mr. Sauve said the Liberal party has been able to introduce every social security measure to be known in this country culminat- ing in our latest venture, The Canada Pension Plan. Huron Liberal candidate Malt Edgar told the dinner meeting, "the winds of change are blow- ing strongly in the county be- cause the Cardiff image has now vanished". He urged an all-out effort on the behalf of support- ers. ance and farm and home elec- trical projects. 4-H agricultural club memb- ers in all counties in southern Ontario are eligible to partici- pate. It is expected there will be well over 500 entries this year to compete in teams of two mem- bers from each individual club. Each contestant is required to judge several classes or take a practical test related to his or her own project, as well as ans- wer oral questions on the sub- ject. The winning teams will be presented with trophies. acre of land to be heavily tiled and the water sprayed over this in much the same manner as at present. Extensive tests will be carried out as to temperature, BOD content and wind velocity during the season. The big catch in the experi- ment is the money and who will pay for this project when there is no guarantee that this will solve the problem. Initial es- timates set the cost of new pipe, fittings and motor at approxi- mately $25,000 which council feels it can't afford, Canadian Canners have indicated they will tile the land and operate the system but how much further they will wish to go as far as cost is concerned is a matter of con- jecture. Some discussion has been given to having a lagoon type disposal system, similar in nature to the sanitary waste disposal lagoon now used by the town. This, how- ever, might take as much as 100 acres depending on the amount of water used during a season. Last year the company used 83,000,000 gallons of water while this year it was reduced to 63,000,000. The problem facing both par- ties is, what is the best and most economical method of re- ducing the BOD content in the water after it has been used for processing. J. Wooden reported to the com- mittee that the Exeter Guides and Brownies are being supplied with trees for Centennial project planting and wish to co-ordinate their efforts with the work of the centennial committee. It is also hoped to have the entrance cairns completed by the end of October to help imprbve the appearance of this area. The Exeter centennial project will be shown on television at the end of November according to a report submitted by secretary, Terry McCauley. The program will show scenes of centennial projects in the area and an inter- view with chairman of the com- mittee Ted Pooley. The committee will continue monthly meetings throughout the winter months. The next meeting is scheduled for early in No- vember. CONSERVATIVE Syl Apps, MPP (PC Kingston) stated Tuesday evening at Clin- ton that the federal government is not setting a good example for young Canadians. Mr. Apps who is chairman of the legislature's select committee on youth told a gathering of some 300 people that the young people of today are looking for responsibility, leadership and good example. Mr. Apps was speaking at a Conservative rally at the Clinton Legion Hall in support of PC candidate Robert E. McKinley of Huron County. Mr. Apps com- plimented the work of 4-H clubs and said this is the best train- ing young people can receive today. He said that through this training the young people are able to develop a spirit of self re- liance to enable them to take on responsibility. Ontario Highways Minister C. S. MacNaughton, another speaker at the rally commented that the country needs a new business-like government if the vision of Sir John A. Macdonald is to be fulfilled by July of 1967. Exeter may get new street signs Exeter may get new street signs to replace older signs which have rusted with age. The matter Was brought before council's at- tention Monday evening by Coun- cillor P. Gandon who pointed out that some streets have never had a sign on them while others have aged to such an extent that they are impossible to read, The signs were first erected as a project of the Exeter Kins- men Club approximately 15 years ago. Members of council felt that all the service clubs are now heavily committed in regards to the centennial project and sug- gested this should be a matter to be looked after by the roads committee. It is likely that the signs will be replaced a few at a time as money becomes available. High on the priority list will be the signs indicating streets branch- ing off Main Street With others installed later. Exeter meets Exeter Miss Muriel Wells of Exeter, Ontario shows Miss Dinah Roberts of Exeter, England the gavel which was presented to the town in 1951. The presentation was made ''from Exeter, oldest mayorality in Eng- land to Exeter her younger sister in Canada 1951". Miss Roberts visited Exeter over the Thanksgiving holiday. (T-A photo) Around the town . . Bringing back old memories The last of the old steam locomotives is shown pulling out of Exeter Station Saturday afternoon. LArge crowds Were on hand, mostly to take photographs as the bottom photo shows. Most of the spectators had at least one camera and some two or three. One tape recorder enthusiast Was also oil hand to 'record the Sound of a steam loco- Motive pulling away from the station. The passengers on the epeCial train got even with the rural spectators as they snapped pictures o/ them from doors and windows of the coaches. (T-A photos) Expect record crowds for Kinsman auto show Highway plan has little effect here Area 4-H clubs will compete at Guelph Who pays for disposal system? Centennial project will start this fall The political scene . .