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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1967-02-09, Page 2Turn back the clock Dry Cleaning Specials for February SUITS TROUSERS & SLACKS DRESSES SKIRTS $130 Reg. $1.65 Reg. 85c 65' $120 Reg. $1.50 I Reg. 85c 65' free pickup & delivery 4m0-town CLEANERS 235-2464 •Itilt0,- flefi, 1) P11 /USA NT atAurr.0 ret ansT P11-1.5.#1 anr.nite aoes Page 2 TirnasAtIvacate, February 9, 1967 Review fa ir A birthday party for senior citizens report showing the group had finished the year with a cash balance of $676, an increase of about $275 over last year, Beard a report of the District Meeting attended by Mr, Pyrn and Mrs. Skinner. in naming Mrs. Brook a s hon- orary president; Cecil Skinner, president; Joe White, first vice- president; Ed Chambers, secre- tary-treasurer; Mrs. Herman Powe, press; Mrs. A. Dougall and Mrs. Leda Sorensen, pianists' The March committee will be Mr, and Mrs, Joe White and his Seaforth ladies, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Miller, Mrs, Hilda Shap- ton and Mrs. Olivia Hodgins. — Continued from front page and Dariald Dearing was set up to Investigate the possibility of a date change In future years. The date for this year's fair Will be September 20 and 21,. It will have a centennial flavor, but to what extent is not yet known. II. Pooley indicated his committee had some ideas, one of which was to have a display of old-fashioned farming equipment and machinery, He said area dealers had prom- ised their support in this regard. Mr. Dooley reported he hoped all committees on the Society would plan centennial features where possible, Mrs. Gerald Northcott was added to the centennial commit- tee of the Society. Other mem- bers are Mr. Pooley, the presid- ent and two vice-presidents. At a director's meeting fol- lowing the public meeting, How- ard Pym was returned as presid- ent. Harry Hern is first vice- president; Donald Dearing, sec- ond vice-president; Garnet Hicks, secretary-treasurer, In other business at the meet- ing: Garnet Hicks gave the auditors' FOR THE BEST IN TV SERVICE 236-4094 ZURICH MADAMS TV Where will they park? The Senior Citizens' Club cel- ebrated its 13th birthday Tuesday evening in the Exeter Legion Hall with a lovely birthday cake and Valentine decorations on t 11 table. Herman Powe was chairman for the program. Johnny Wurrn played piano solos and also Tom Walker, Main St. choir rendered several numbers. Vocal solos were sang by Danny Lang, Mrs. Bruce Calm, Alan Powe and Mrs, Dan McLeod. Violin numbers were played by Ed Lindenfield accompanied by Mrs. Lindenfield and by Cecil Skinner accompanied, by Tom Walker. Selections on the accordion were given by Johnny Cooper and on the guitar by Brian Tay- lor. Mrs. Don MacGregor in Centennial costume gave an ap- propriate reading. Two comical skits were presented by Wendy Neil and Marie Powe. The week- ly sing song was conducted by Ed Lindenfield with Mrs. Leda Sorensen at the piano. A letter was read by President Mrs. War- ren Brock from Dr. and Mrs. E. S. Steiner containing congrat- ulations for the club on its an- niversary, Ladies from Rebekah Lodge served lunch. A slate of officers was brought Arnold Mathers, teacher. Middle, Louise Towle, Mary Easton, Carol Allen, Lisa Morrisson, Brenda 13allantyne, Linda Morrisson, Dorothy Box and Brenda Hodgert. Front, Marilyn May, Mary Margaret Johns, Sheila Duncan, Sandra Hern, Dianne Skinner, Kath Cooper and Donna Stewart. T-A photo Study Pryde Blvd. storm drain Oppose move for more grant Despite the fact they face a major expenditure next year for the reconstruction of Main St., Exeter council voted Monday to not endorse a resolutionfroin the City of Barrie to ask the depart- ment of highway to assume 100 percent of the cost of such work. Again, it was Councillor Joe Wooden who noted that such a move would reduce municipali- ties' control over their affairs if the provincial government was paying the entire bill. He noted that council was only faced with paying 10 percent of the cost of the Main St, work, but by so doing they still had some say in the matter. Reeve Boyle pointed out that even if the department paid 100 percent of such work, they have to get their money from Ontario taxpayers and it would still cost local residents as much money, The only difference would be that they would be paying taxes to a different source. Mayor Jack Delbridge, who has previously complained about the control being assumed by senior governments, said if things keep going as they are municipal councils would only have the control of dogs left on their hands. He quickly added: "even if we can't control them". Councillor Taylor presented a motion that council concur with the resolution asking for 100 percent government grants, but there was no seconder. Bonnets and top hats were the order of the day as students and teach- ers of Usborne central school relived the past in Thursday's centen- nial observance. Above, a grade one class are showing off their finery. Back row, left: David Prout, Richard Miller, Kennon Fischer, Allan case, Steven Paton, Joey Stephens, Brian Ballantyne and Mrs. Recommend sewers for three areas Where will shoppers park their cars when Exeter's Main St. is being reconstructed next year? That's the questions Councillor Don MacGregor posed at Mon- day's meeting. He even gave council a bit more to consider when he pre- dicted that if William and An- drew Streets had to be used for through traffic, they would not be available for parking. Members noted that the entire question of parking had been broached by council on several occasions and a committee had been set up to meet with the businessmen to find some solu- tions. Deputy-Reeve Mery Cudmore indicated the businessmen were conducting a survey, but did not know details of their progress. He suggested the Board of Trade be contacted over the situ- ation. other projects, Councillor Wood- en recommended that the finance committee plan to meet in March to discuss this year's budget. pleted before winter had created some problems. Wooden replied that he felt only work that could be com- pleted by September should be undertaken. Kids enjoy sleigh ride By MRS. HAROLD DAVIS KIRKTON Ninety little kindergarten chil- dren from St. Marys along with their teachers, Mrs. Lee Paul and Mrs. John Tyler, extend a big "Thank you" to Mr. Stuart Shier of Kirkton. Last Friday he harnessed his horses and gave the children a good old- fashioned sleigh ride around his farm, This was one of the Kin- dergarten's Centennial projects and one they will remember for- ever. It was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Police report hit and run cillor Don MacGregor and Works Superintendent Jim Paisley were authorized to place a bid on any of the tractors if they felt it ad- vi seable. MacGregor noted a used tract- or could possibly be bought for half the price of a new one. He had previously indicated the cost of a new tractor, mower and loader at between $4,500 and $4,700. Reeve Boyle suggested coun- cil could be criticized for not calling tenders for a tractor, but later admitted that this would not be so if they could save the ratepayers a substantial amount. One of the reasons for coun- cil considering a used tractor instead of a new one is the fact some members feel the garbage truck may have to be replaced this year. That vehicle is already in need of major repairs. In view of the anticipated ex- penses of sewers, machinery and SCOUTS EUCHRE The Boy Scouts and Cubs spon- sored a progressive euchre in Aberdeen Hall Monday evening. Prize winners were Ladies high, Mrs. Junior Doupe; lone hands, John Witteveen; men's high, Lawrence Beckett; lone hands, Harry Webber. St. Paul's Fellowship Club was cancelled last Sunday evening but will be held Sunday evening Feb. 19. Mr. Alex Gartenburg of Woodham will be guest speaker. Sixteen tables at WI euchre By MISS LINA ABBOTT LUCAN At the January meeting of the Lucan WI it was decided to hold the first euchre at the Community Centre Wed., Feb. 3 and to invite the Clandeboye WI to join in the project and share the proceeds. All were delighted, when an extra table had to be set up making a total of 16. The attendance couldn't have been much more evenly divided with 31 from Clan- deboye and 34 from Lucan. High score prizes went to Mrs. Joe Carter and Mr. Wilmer Scott; lone hand prizes to Mrs. Ray Hodgins and Mr. Ray Hodgins and low score prizes to Mrs. Jim Donaldson and Mrs. Arnold Lewis (playing a man's card). Mrs. Wilmer Scott won the box of groceries. CONSIDER OUTLET The public works committee also presented an estimate on the proposed storm drain for Pryde Boulevard, running from Sanders St. to the river. This is being considered to alleviate the serious flooding problems in this area. The cost as estimated by Works Superintendent Jim Paisley was $32,025.50. Half of this would be paid by a government grant. It was opined by Wooden that the town's share of $16,000 would be debentured. He noted that if this work was not undertaken this year, it would have to be delayed for some time in view of the expenditure council is faced with over the recon- struction of Main Street. The decision on the Pryde Boulevard storm sewer will be turned over to the finance com- mittee as well. The public works committee of Exeter council recommended Monday that the finance commit- tee ',seriously consider" includ- ing an expenditure of $20,000 for sanitary sewers in this year's budget. Areas recommended for sew- ers by chairman Joe Wooden were: Thomas St. from Marlboro to Carling; Huron from William to Carling; Victoria from Carling to Marlboro. He indicated these were three areas where "there are a num- ber of problems". In addition, part of the $20,- 000 expenditure would be used to complete the work on Marlboro St. and on John St. The former project was started last year and not completed, while the work on John had been approved previous- ly. The $20,000 figure does not include the total cost of the five projects, but rather only that amount that would have to be applied to the general rate. The rest of the cost is picked up in pre-payment and hookup charges. Wooden said he had visited many of the property owners in the three new areas to be ser- viced, and had found them ',really hopeful" that sewers would be installed. Mayor Jack Delbridge asked if this would be more work than council could hope to get done in the year, noting that some oflast year's work had been uncom- Elect officers at Main St. BUY TRACTOR A committee of council was given permission to travel to the Ford plant in Oakville to view several used tractors being put tip for sale. Mayor Jack Delbridge, Coun- Hensall considers recreation director PERSONALS Miss Kathy Bell of Newmarket and Mr. David Bell of Melton spent the weekend with parents and brother Rev. & Mrs. S. J. Bell and Sam. Mr. & Mrs. Milton Ulch and Mr. & Mrs. Roy Switzer left last week for a vacation in Flori- da. Mr. & Mrs. Fred Hamilton left last week by motor for a vacation in Mexico. A request from Ernest Davis, police constable and utility man in the village of Hensall for a pay increase has been deferred for further study. Davis asked council at it's regular meeting Monday for a a raise in salary, but did not quote an amount. He stated that due to At the congregational meeting of Main Street United Church Thursday evening Rev. Douglas Warren acted as chairman and Jack Doerr, as secretary. Annual reports showed a satisfactory year in 1966. Elders for 1967 appointed are Frank Wiidfong, E. R. Hopper, Glen McKnight, R. E. Russell, B. W. Tuckey; 1968, Howard Ince, (clerk) Mervyn Grainger, Fred Walters, Kenneth Johns; 1969, Donald Hooper, Gerald Skinner, Harold Skinner. Stewards for 1967 are Reg Beavers, R. E. Russell, Ross Tuckey, Graham Arthur, A. J. Flynn; 1968, Oscar Tuckey (chairman) Clarence MacDonald, Fred Walters, David Cross, Gerald Skinner, Murray Neil, Bruce Shaw; 1969, A. J. Sweitzer, Wayne Tuckey, E. R. Hopper, Peter Raymond. Trustees elected were Jack Doerr (secretary) Harold Skin- ner, Cecil Wilson, Gerald Skin- ner, Ross Tuckey, Clarence Mac- Donald, Gordon Baynham, B. W. Tuckey. Secretary-treasurer is A, J. Flynn and recording secretary, Jack Doerr, A centennial tea sponsored by the UCW, in May was discussed. many deductions his take home pay was unsatisfactory. The OPP detachment from Ex- eter will take over policing duties of the village commencing Feb- ruary 15. Davis, as the one-man police force, will continue to en- force the bylaws passed by coun- cil. Due to the change in policing, some alterations will be neces- sary in the line of duties per- formed by the policeman and utility man. Jack Lavender, council repre- sentative on the recreation and parks committee reported to the meeting that his board is ne- gotiating with the community planning branch of the depart- ment of education in regard to the possibility of obtaining a full time recreation director for the Village, A considerable amount of time was spent on the subject of stray dogs but no direct action was taken. Reeve Mrs. Minnie Noakes said "it's past time for fooling around with the dog situation." Utility man Davis was instruct- ed to put up no parking signs on Mill and Wellington streets in the vicinity of the sales barns, each Thursday afternoon. Building permits were grant- ed to .1. Wallace and Norman Jones for a small storage build- ing and carport, respectively. Council decided to meet with Officials of the Hensall fire de- partment on February 18 to dis- cuss fire problems and costs.. Exeter police investigated three accidents this week — one of them involving a hit-and-run. Donald G. McCallum, Simcoe St. reported on Sunday that when he went out to his car he noticed it had apparently been sideswip- ed. Damage was listed at $75. At 9:00 p.m., Sunday, two cars were involved in a crash at the intersection of Highway 4 and 83. Drivers were David A. Banks, Watford, and Edgar McBride, Kippen. Banks had been eastbound on Highway 83 and was struckby the southbound McBride v e hi c 1 e. Total damage was $95. Banks reported his vision had been hindered by a large snow- bank at the intersection. The other accident took place Monday morning involving a car driven by Elaine Heinbein, 33 Huron St., and a parked car own- ed by Stan Whiting, of the same address, The Heinbein car had been in the process of making a turn off Huron onto Andrew St. when it hit the Whiting car. Damage was estimated at $140. Boys' farm commended If you're looking for a place to start on home improvements, consider these facts about electric wiring. Teacher beware The old trick of putting a mouse in the teacher's desk usually re- Suited in serious consequences. But, in the above picture, Paul Jeffrey doesn't seem to fear reprisal as he sneaks a live rodent into a desk. T-A photo ing and the' performance of your appli- ances. It puts such comforts as electric heating and air conditioning well within your reach. It can also make a big differ- ence to the safety and re-sale value of your home. Before you reach for your toolbox, reach for your telephone, Call a qualified electrical contractor, or your Hydro. Up-to-date wiring costs less than you may '9‘ j, think. Yet it could be your most important home Q/Ot improvement of all. To most people, home improvements mean a panelled recreation room or a shiny new set of kitchen cupboards. But there's a way to improve the improve- ments; modernize your home wiring first. Up-to-date wiring lets you make the most of the new room you're building, or the old one you're re-styling. It lets you place your lighting wherever you like, have as many electrical outlets as you choose, and use as many appliances as you need without popping fuses. In fact, you'll notice pleasant changes all through your home. Modern wiring can improve the efficiency of your light- Craigwood, a residential treat- ment centre for boys at Ailsa Craig, operated by the Mennonite Central Committee, received warm commendation in a study of the centre recently carried out by staff of the Ontario Wel- fare Council at the request of the Board. "The contribution of Craig- wood to the total welfare ser- vices is significant," the report stated. ',It serves the emotionally deprived child who fella within a moderately disturbed range with potential for rehabilitation, Craigwood's pattern of ac- ceptance and warmth in a struc- tured environment has served children well." The Board was complimented on having a competent and in- terested staff and a director with great personal skill in deal- ing with troubled boye. The report suggested, how- ever, that part-time services of a psychiatrist should be secured, at least one additional social worker be hired and the present program be expanded to accom- modate a maximum of 50 boys. It recommended that the Board should consider admitting more children who are not wards of the Children's Aid Society and that closer relationships be de- veloped with the parents of the children in care, The group in London, oper- ated in connection with Craig- wood, was seen as a forward EM G 1269WK step and the report's advice was that it should be used only for boys coming from Craigwood and that residence might be extended for a time after a boy has found employment. In view of the great need for such well-run residential treat- ment centres for disturbed child- ren, the Ontario Welfare Council also suggested that the Men- nonite Central Committee might at some time consider establish- ing Another centre in a different location. By MRS. J. TEMPLEMAN Mr. & Mrs. Edward Dearing and Mr. & Mrs. Cameron Vivian, left for a holiday in Florida Fri- day. A large number from this com- munity attended the annual At Home dance at Mitchell District High School Friday evening. Miss Dianne Osborne, Monk- ton was a Wednesday night guest of Miss Joanne Templeman. Misses Heather Daynard, Bon- nie Miller, Brenda Kerslake and Joanne Dow, Cromarty who at- tended the Toc Alpha Conference at Niagara Falls in the Christmas holidays appeared on CKNX-TV Veinghain Sunday afternoon. Miss Carol Vivian is spending the next few weeks with Mt. & Mrs. Duncan Scott and family. Mr. & Mrs. John TeMpletnan attended open house on the oc- casion of Mr. & Mrs. Alec Dun- can's 50th wedding anniversary Tuesday in Exeter. Misses Janet and Edna Miller, Louden, spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. & Mrs. LeSlie M iller.