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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1967-05-18, Page 1EXETER, ONTARIO, MAY 18, 1967 Ninety-third Year Price Per Copy 15 Cents Davis announces help in area tour Grants will cut school costs Education minister, the Hon. William G. Davis in opening the Stephen Central School, Thurs- day revealed an increase in gov- ernment grants toward construc- tion of educational facilities. Not stating actual figures, he hinted the grants for schools built after January 1, 1965 would be substantially increased and the change could affect the Steph- en school and an addition to the Grand Bend public school. Further details on the increas- ed grants for school construction as hinted by Education Minister, Hon. William G. Davis atStephen Central school's official opening last week were received late Tuesday by F. J. Wilkinson, local public school inspector. Explaining that the actual in- crease in dollars and cents will be difficult to calculate, Wilkin- son said "we haven't had enough time to have a good look at the revision, but the saving in a couple of the municipalities could be about two mills." The changes will affect the Stephen Township School area, the Hay Township School area and the new Huron Centennial school near Brucefield. The actual in- crease is not in grants but the Gives a helping hand Students at Usborne Central school are making good use of their spare time these days chiseling away at what they hope will be a totem pole. Above, they are getting some expert help from Education Minister William G. Davis during his tour of the school last week. Assisting in the carving task are Tommy Patterson, Charles Miner and student council president Janice Johns. —T-A photo OMB approves project Sale of CE nears okay The Hon. C. S. Mac- Naughton reported to the T-A shortly before press time that the provincial government has been in- formed that the purchase agreements for Centralia are on their way from Ottawa. Mr. MacNaughton ex- pects to receive the docu- ments today (Thursday). No figures have yet been re- leased on the purchase price agreed to by the two governments for the base. Target date set by the provincial government to take over Centralia is early June. Given clarification on beach property Plumb, who operates a 20-cabin tourist business on Oak St. He said he was opposed to the pro- ject from a cost standpoint, ex- plaining he didn't think he could recover the cost of water service in his accommodation rates. E. D. Bell, Q.C., who repre- sented the village, told the two OMB members there was no sub- onto is retroactive to January 1, 1965, meaning that any school boards that received final ap- proval for capital construction since that date will be eligible for the increase. Mr. Wilkinson explained that the extra monies received in each area will be different as every- one has a different grant struc- ture. Grants for school purposes are based on the equalized as- sessment of a municipality, div- ided by the number of classrooms and adjusted by the actual num- ber of students enrolled. The Huron Centennial school at Brucefield, comprising 18 classrooms, a gymtorium and junior opportunity class has had its original approval of $451,- 375 raised to $661,3'75. The three classrooms and gym- torium added to the Hensall pub- lic school will now be approved to a total of $119,618 as opposed to the original amount of $79,- 745. At the Zurich public school which is a part of the Hay town- ship area along with the Hensall school, will be eligible for grants on an approved amount of $210,- 000, up from $140,000 for their addition of six rooms and a gym- torium. The effect on the Stephentown- ship school area will not be quite as great as some of their neigh- bors. While approval on the ad- dition to the Grand Bend public school has been increased from $20,000 to $30,000, the approval for the Stephen Central school is up from $292,883 to $318.624. — Please turn to Page 3 Fashions do change A large crowd attended the department of tourism "portraits of the Past" fashion show sponsored by the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, Thursday. Mrs. Mel Gaiser, left, who modelled an old-fashioned bathing suit looks aghast at the modern trend modelled by Margie May. The program showed fashions throughout the years and some of the dresses worn by Canada's famous women. T-A photo Expect tender to be okayed The tender on the Parkhill dam of Redfern Construction Co. Ltd., Toronto, was expectedtobe approved at a meeting of the Aus- able River Conservation Auth- ority last night. The Toronto-based firm has been recommended by the con- sulting engineers, M. M. Dillon & Company, London, and has been approved by the branches of the federal and provincial governments that will pay sub- stantial grants on the project. The bid from Redfern was $1,881,738. It is expected they will be on the site clearing brush by the first of June and the official sod turning has been officially set for June 5 at 2:00 p.m. Invita- tions were mailed Wednesday. No agreement over fire fees Little progress is being made between Hensall and five neigh- boring townships in reaching agreement over a fire retaining fee. The Townships of U sborn e, Hay, Stanley. Tuckersmith and Hibbert held their second meeting with Hensall on the issue, Thurs- day, but failed to reach any agreements. "We didn't make much pro- gress," stated Usborne Reeve Roy Westcott, He said most of the township councils are of the opinion the retainer fees being asked by Hensall are "out of line". At the present time, Hay and Tuckersmith pay a $125 retainer and they have been asked to in- crease this to $1,000 per year, while the other three have been asked to contribute $500. Their fee is presently $75. to bring water to resort stantial objection to the proposal in principle and that the need for water in Grand Bend was great. The hearing had been told ear- lier by Reeve Ory Wassmann that there were already a number of contaminated wells in the re- sort and more were being con- taminated yearly. When asked if he could foresee a great danger from further con- tamination, he replied: "very definitely". Two other formal objections had been presented to the OMB over the proposed system, but in each case they centred more around frontage rates and charg- es — neither of which was under consideration by the OMB — than around the project itself. Exeter lawyer Peter Raymond, representing Southcott Pines Parkland Ltd., pointed out his clients were not opposed to the plan to build a municipal water system, but rather they were only interested in clarification of charges to be made on certain lots in their subdivision in view of the terms of reference in the bylaw. A similar clarification regard- ing property he owns in the resort was sought by C. V. Laughton, also of Exeter. The Exeter lawyers were told by the OMB officials they should — Please turn to Page 3 An Ontario Municipal Board hearing into the proposed Grand Bend water distribution system received only one objection at its hearing at the resort, Thurs- day. The objection came from a man who only a few years ago showed up at a meeting with a bottle of "black" water from a resort well and had urged that a muni- cipal system be built. The OMB hearing was chaired by A. L. McRae and sitting with him was W. H, J. Thompson, Q.C. The two men approved the application of the resort to enter into an agreement with the On- tario Water Resources Commis- sion for construction of the sys- tem at an estimated cost of $386,600. "The board is satisfied there is a need for the system and it is quite clear the municipality can embark financially on the project," McRae stated in hand- ing down the decision. After the hearing, consulting engineer William Ayearst pre- dicted the system could be in operation before the start of the 1968 season. Water will be sup- plied from a secondary pipeline from the Lake Huron intake lo- cated at Port Blake. The only opposition to the pro- posed project came from Frank Brothers would also like to have a customs office located at Grand Bend making it a bona fide port of entry. The GB delegation that visit- ed Ottawa last week received no action on an attempt to acquire a customs officer. In other business, council: Authorized roads chairm an Howard Green to go ahead with the drainage of the roadway lead- ing to the new fire hail after he reported the cost to be less than $100. Instructed clerk Murray A. DesJardins to contact local sup- pliers of gravel for quotations per cubic yard for stockpiling purposes. Hired Ernie Grosse to main- tain and beautify the various parks and green areas in the village on a one month trial basis using his own power lawn mowing equipment. Appointed Jim Connelly as full- time acting road foreman at a salary of $1.80 per hour. He re- places Wellwood Gill who recent- ly resigned after serving as road foreman for six years. Four persons hurt in district crashes amounts that are approved for grant purposes. In nearly all of the local situa- tions, the original approvals will be increased by 50%. The announcement from Tor- Superlatives flow easily Many want to return Three persons were injured in a three-car crash in Grand Bend Sunday at 5:00 p.m, All three cars had been west- bound on Highway 81 just inside the village limits when a car driven by Gordon J. F rase r, Anne St., Parkhill, failed to get stopped in the lineup and ram- med into the rear of a car driven by John C, Peters, 1258 Cathcart St., Sarnia. This car in turn smashed into one ahead of it driven by Barry Hicks, RR 8 Parkhill. Fraser and his wife sustained facial cuts and bruises and were treated in South Huron Hospital, Exeter. Peters was also treated for a leg injury. Four passengers in the Peters car escaped injury in the crash as did the two men in the Hicks vehicle. OPP Constable Brian Leigh investigated the crash. The Exeter OPP investigated four accidents this week, the first taking place at 11:30 p.m. SHDHS students, staff hail Expo Two recover from injuries in front of the Derby Dip south of Exeter. Cars involved were driven by Robert E. McDonald, 186 Anne St., Exeter, and Raymond J. Horne, RR 1 Woodham. McDonald had been northbound on Highway 4 and was turning left into the south entrance at the Derby D i p, while Horne was southbound and was passing a car that was making a right turn into the north entrance. Horne failed to avoid the Mc- Donald car in his attempt to get around it and damage in the ensuring crash was listed at $700 by OPP Constable Ed Wil- cox. Constable Wilcox also inves- tigated the next two crashes of the week. One took place at Hensall on Saturday at 1:45 a.m. Involved was a car driven by Loric 0. Pedersen, CFB Clinton. He h a d been southbound on Highway 4 when he struck a con- struction warning light in the road. Damage to his car was only $25. CHILD HURT Andrew Erickson, four,of Bay- field, suffered a broken thigh bone in a crash on Highway 21 at 6:30 —Please turn to Page 3 Perseverance and consider- able patience has finally paid off for the Grand Bend council. At Monday's mid-month meet- ing, councillors heard a reply from the department of lands and forests regarding the amount of beachland that is included in the village's licence of occupation. On numerous occasions in the past few years, village council has asked for clarification of the amount of land from the water's edge that was under control of the municipality and never re- ceived any satisfaction. The communique received late last week states that the licence of occupation covers a distance of 500 feet from the water's edge on Lots 1, Lake Road West in the townships of Bosanquet and Stephen. The aforementioned ter- ritory extends from the southerly boundary of Oakwood Park to the pier. The need for knowing the amount of land leased by the vil- lage was intensified by the recommendation last fall of the Chamber of Commerce and police and village officials to erect lights on the northerly beach. Installation of these lights is being completed this week and they will be used this summer in an attempt to cut down on dis- trubances of the past summers. Found Brothers, who are re- locating their complete aircraft manufacturing business at the old Grand Bend airport by the end of June, asked council to explore the possibilities of providing a float operation base in the harbour or lake. The letter from the Melton company explained that most of their bush planes that will be manufactured at the Bend will be equipped with floats. A ramp from which an aircraft could be lowered or raised would be necessary to send the planes out and bring others in for repair. With some aircraft expected in from the United States, Found "Expo is the greatest!" "Everyone in Canada should see it." "At least a week is needed to see it properly." "All people seem friendly and generous to help." "Anyone who can get funds to get there should go." "Expo is an exciting exper- ience full of spectacular sights and sounds." "I wish I could see it again." These were just a few of the comments made by students and staff members from SHDHS who returned Wednesday after an ex- citing stay at Expo 67 in Montreal. With only a few exceptions, the visitors found the site an exciting and educational place — although the trip was marred by a continual rain. As the students and their chap- erons were among the first area residents to visit the World's Fair, The Times-Advocate asked them to record some of their experiences and thoughts and ex- cerpts from those are printed here in the hope they will help others enjoy Expo. telephone pavilion. A circular movie screen surrounded you and showed what Canada is like today as the picture flashes across Canada from Newfoundland to British Columbia. The musical sounds and the Canadian scenery which was portrayed around you really made you feel proud to be a Canadian. Some of the displays in the smaller pavilions like Morocco, Tunisia, Venezuela and Yngo- slavia were much better than the displays in the larger pavilions like the United States and On- tario. LAWRENCE OTIS — 13B And then the rain came down. This could have been the theme song for our trip. Our apart- ments were new, and consequent- ly, situated in mud. Appropriate- ly enough, no one had any rubbers. This weather had its advant- ages, however, since it kept down the crowds and allowed for a greater case of movement around the pavilions. The foreign pavilions were oft- en politically oriented. Cuba's entry was unadulterated propa- ganda. The British pavilion was out- Britain. The Ontario pavilion shows a film that is stranger than any other I have ever seen. Perhaps it was fortunate that we visited Ontario's pavilion early so the effect was not dim- inished by other films and other techniques that seem to be every- where. If any pavilion can be consider- ed a disappointment it must be that of the United States. (This was a general comment of many students). The dome is the most impressive aspect and it can readily be seen best from the outside. On the whole, Expo is worth- while, and if money is available, necessary. BARB MANLEY— tiC The United States pavilion was really a let down. Anyway, Laby- rinth and the medical building made up for it since my friends and I spent a good deal of Tues- day just in those two buildings. The Canadian, Ontario, Quebec and the Western provinces pav- ilions were outstanding. La Ronde to me was very dis- appointing. It could be just be- - Please turn to Page 3 standing. Mr. Zivkovic informed us that the mini-skirts of the British hostesses were four fing- ers above the knee. I must admire the scientific research that went into this discovery! MARGARET FINLAY— 12E I found everyone very willing to help us find our way. Guides were stationed in white buildings at convenient places and could easily be spotted by anyone want- ing information. Prices have been posted so visitors can see what the prices are. Prices in the Ontario and Switzerland restaurants- were pretty steep. Four people ate in the Switzerland restaurant and paid $30. RON CROWN — 13C The cycadelic sound led us into a journey into ourself in the Labyrinth, and bar none, it was the "most" display in any of the buildings. For sheer beauty, the Czech exhibit displayed the most crafts- manship. The Canadian and United States pavilions were very disappointing as they seemed to lack display. Publish T-A on schedule Two area youngsters narrowly escaped permanent injury in sep- arate incidents over the weekend. Randy Campbell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Campbell, RR 1 Hensall, is still in St. Joseph's Hospital, London, after being struck near the eye with a pitch- fork Saturday morning. His father, a member of Hay Township council, had beenfork- ing manure at the barn when his 12-year-old son ran around the corner and was struck by the fork. Hospital officials feared at first the eye may have been dam- aged, but a relieved Mrs. Camp- bell reported Wednesday morning that there was no chance of her son losing his eyesight. "He was darn lucky," she stat- ed, noting that the fork hit his face "not more than a quarter of an inch" from the eye. She indicated Randy, who is a grade six pupil at Hensall Pub- lic School, is resting comfort- ably. It is not known how long he will have to remain in hos- pital. On Sunday, Tom Patterson, 13, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Patterson, RR 3 Exeter, narrow- ly escaped losing two fingers on his left hand when they became caught in a power saw he was operating. The tendons on his thumb and one finger Were cut in the painful adeident. M. C. SANDERS Expo is an experience which should not be missed, The theme pavilions illustrate the progress made by man in the last century. The latest modern technology is illuminating and stimulating. Huge machines do precision work without an operat- or in attendance. In "Man and his World" a large illuminated sign gives the world's present population while a computer constantly adds the net gain of two people a second. This brings home to the viewer the dramatic dangers involved in what is popularly called "the population explosion". The pavilions of the various countries reflect the ideas of the majority, United States empha- sizes movie stars and the space age; Russia her science; Britain her rich historical background; France her industrial progress. My advice to anyone visiting Expo is to allow time for brows- ing around and chatting with the various peoples there. It can be an enriching experience, but it can also be very tiring, District students meet education minister Education Minister William bavis enjoyed a whirlwind tour of area schools, Thursday. He's Shown here chatting with some of the youngsters at the Exeter Public School. Standing along the wall in the back- ground from the left are; board secretary W„ It Hodgson, Board chairman Clarence MeDonald, the Hon. C, S. MacNaughton, area inspector Frank Wilkinson, principal Arthur Idle and the school's custodians, Frank WhilSinith and Glen McKnight, T-A photo ANDY DeGROOT Most of the students found entertainment for themselves and found it very educational. They found good eating places and tasted different kinds of food which they never tasted before. The Russian pavilion to me was the best, BRUCE SHAW The weather afforded us an opportunity that few visitors to Expo will experience; we were able to see ,nd visit More ex- hibits than we possibly could if we had to contend with the mas- sive crowds. My wife and I were able to viSit more than 50 pa- vilions while not feeling we were rushed. The best national pavilion would have to be that of Great Although Monday will be an of- ficial holiday, The Times-Ad- vocate will be published on Thurs- day as usual. The deadline for display ad- vertising will be extended until Tuesday noon, but the classified deadline will remain as Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Correspondents and news con- tributors are asked to have their material forwarded at the usual time where possible to ensure publication. MRS. OSMAN There are highlights at EXpo to please everyone. One exciting highlight which is a great contribution to the film industry took place inside the Charge youths with fireworks Exeter police have wasted little time in cracking down on the il- legal use of firecrackers. A bylaw restricting the sale and setting off of firecrackers was approved by council two weeks ago and four Lucan youths were charged Sunday night by Cpl, Harry VanBergen, They were charged after they tossed firecrackers from their car on Main St. and other lo- cations. Persons are not permitted to set off firecrackers more than three days prior to Victoria Day or Dominion Day, ti