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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1967-11-30, Page 4Sada ea 6e etutlyeeted 4 fade? r oolkeNtwagooefoloolowloototottiow Christmas Cards An excellent selection awaits you at the T-A. Famous Coutts Hall- mark cards, of course. Boxed cards on display or ask us to bring the Hallmark or International Albums (imprinted or plain cards) to your home for more leisurely selec- tion. CYSTIC FIBROSIS cards are at the T-A, too, a generous way to support this fine organization. Phone 235-1331 A9A9.4494,10%4fiteMtiliftV Let's not miss the boat 404 For dependable service AFTER THE SALE • • see Hotson for Propane G ox and best appliances. Our engineered in- stallations assure maximum effici- ency, lower operating costs; safe dependable service. Hotson Propane 238.2005 GRAND BEND te4,44/.2.41 i'; 1.1147,i '.r.i2 ' • " ViltaaattalarafteMalottAlteaMtstkortkroiVenSW04 SAanDtamSaiRs HAS THE CHOICE OF GIFTS RADIOS, RECORD PLAYERS, STEREOS, TELEVISIONS, TRANSISTORS SEE THEM AT YOUR NEAREST ADMIRAL DEALER WILLERT TRAQUAIR T.V. I HARDWARE A most worthwhile course to end the problems that were associ- ated with the closing of the base. There has been a general tendency to sit back and watch the development at Centralia with the thought in mind that all will be well again without any effort on the part of local individuals or groups. As Don clearly indicated, this is not necessarily the case. There will be many benefits in the development of Centralia but those benefits are not merely ours for the asking. We have to get out and work for them and dis- play the teamwork that could write a new chapter of history for this com- munity. It has already been pointed out to us where we have failed to take advan- tage of some of the benefits to be ac- crued and there should be a firm reso- lution on the part of all concerned that this failure on our part will not con- tinue. We have possibly already missed out on some good industrial prospects for the area and Don's suggestion that retail outlets will inevitably follow the development of Centralia should spur area businessmen into taking whatever action they deem necessary to further their own interests. Let's hope Don has amply im- pressed upon us the fact that while the good ship progress may be sailing into the area, we still have to book pas- sage. Phone 235-2511 Phone 238-2128 Former T-A editor Don Southcott returned to his old stamping grounds this week to render a speech to the members of the Exeter Board of Trade that carried with it some of the con- cepts of his former trade—news, ideas and challenges. While some of the news contained in his address about the potential of Centralia Industrial Park has been pre- sented before, his ideas and challenges constituted areas in which few people in this area have delved. The imaginative suggestions pre- sented by Don may be considered too far-fetched by some, but even the most pessimistic had to be aroused by some of the possibilities. These possibilities present chal- lenges not just for the local business community. In fact, it is most difficult to think of any single group in this district which should not be keeping a watchful eye on Centralia, whether that group be concerned with recrea- tion, industrial promotion, retail busi- ness, religion, service work, etc., etc. A full report of Don's ideas are presented elsewhere in this paper and deserve careful consideration by every resident in this community of South Huron, and even farther afield. The loss of RCAF Centralia was keenly felt in the economy of this area, and there is an indication that many people have viewed the establishment of the industrial park as a "sure cure" GRAND BEND I EXETER iattopltmilemtwkomktortvosirtoftt isr$S•tsfetiMergessilaiziliS Not the same as weather Everybody complains about the weather, but no one does anything about it! How true that is, and it's an attitude that spills into other areas of concern as well. At this week's nomination meet- ings in the area, most school board rep- resentatives expressed concern over the decision by the Ontario government to have schools administered on a county basis in one year. Some pointed out their respective township may not even have a member on the new board and others pointed to increased costs usually associated with centralired government, while oth- ers cited the probability of more de- lays in taking action as they predicted the amount of red tape would increase. One Usborne board member went so far as to point out the teachers set the salaries, the department determines the course of study and they have to get council approval for any building projects. As far as council business is con- cerned, Jack Lavender at Hensall stated council could pass bylaws restricting dogs running at loose, but everything else had to have approval from Tor- onto. Yes, there were many complaints, but we failed to hear one elected or appointed official suggest that some ac- tion should be taken to correct the sit- uation. If things are as bad as some would suggest, why don't they have the in- testinal fortitude to stand up and take some action. We certainly hope that our representatives at the two senior levels of government haven't reached the point where they are not concerned about the feelings of their constituents. In fact, they're not taking power away from local authorities as fast as local officials are handing it over to them by their apparent lack of concern and action. One school board in Perth has al- ready sent a petition to the Ontario government opposing the move to county boards. If area board members hold the opinion it is not best for their areas, we suggest they do the same thing. True, we can't do much about the weather, but when we fail to take a stand on other matters that concern us, we've reached a sorry state indeed. Zurich maintain their Friday night meetings and in effect rule out the possibility of business- men attending. We know there is no intent on the part of elected officials to create this situation, because on occasions we have heard several suggest the night should be chang- ed. However, it is quickly for- gotten until it is too late to do something about it. Our suggestion is that councils in communities where stores are open Friday night plan NOW to change their nomination date and not wait until next November when this unfortunate situation is either forgotten or when it is too late to change it. It's a topic that should be placed on the agenda for each inaugural meeting in January. Jokes were few and far be- tween at the nominations we cov- ered this year, although the Us- borne story-tellers came up with their usual flair. It appeared as though the af- ternoon would be void of any story-telling, but chairman Clayt Smith quickly changed that when he scolded some of the speakers for their oversight in not having a good story to tell. Clayt indicated the only way he may be able to get out of the position as chairman at the Us- borne ratepayers' meeting is to stay home, but those of us in attendance would certainly hope that doesn't happen or it could provide some dull afternoons. A couple of the stories told related directly to township of- ficials present, and we are at- tempting to validate the stories before putting them into print. While John was answering some questions from the Stephen kids about law enforcement, they came up with many stories about their parents' bad driving habits. "My grandfather only has three points left," one little girl vol- unteered after the Constable had explained the procedure whereby drivers are given 15 points to work on. John kept telling the young- sters he wasn't interested in hearing "stories", but they kept coming out with some that would possibly cause some embarrass- ment to their parents. Parents may also be interested in knowing that John advised the youngsters to point out mistakes to their parents if they see them making them, so they are amply warned they may have more back- seat drivers in the future. However, most of us can use some sound advice on driving at times, and as stated, if the young- sters can maintain their know- ledge, it will be better for us all. Few changes were noted in area nomination meetings this past week. About two percent of the population turned out in most communities but in some there were still some very good dis cussions on various topics and the citizens who took time out to show an interest in how their affairs are being conducted are to be commended. The meeting at Lucan had a late starting time, due to the fact the hour was changed so busi- nessmen in that community could attend. Looking back over past files, we've noted that in the past three years we've written comments suggesting other communities consider changing their nomin- ation schedule so store owners could attend. However, Hensel', Exeter and Just a few observations on life Area elementary students have spent some fruitful time in the past weeks studying safety rules in a course conducted by OPP Constable John Wright, area safety officer, Through the use of toy cars and trucks, the kids have not only been told the various signals required for safe driving, but have had an opportunity to actually demonstrate their own knowledge. We spent part of Thursday afternoon at Stephen Central School watching John and the youngsters in one class go through their paces and there is every indication that the prac- tical course is entertaining enough that the youngsters find learning traffic safety a most enjoyable process. While many of the youngsters are a few years away from hit- ting the road in dad's car, most of them are bicycle owners and one of the real aims of the course is to point out to them that they are required to follow the same rules of the road as automobile drivers. The course teaches them the necessity of concentrating not only on their own habits, but also the habits of those using the roads along with them. Part of the course ,also stresses the necessity for making quick decisions, which of course is an integral part of driving any vehicle. The demonstration we watched showed that while the youngsters made few mistakes when they had ample time to make decisions, this was not the case when they had to hurry those decisions, * * * * This course provided by the Ontario Provincial Police will have follow-up lectures to keep the youngsters ever mindful of the need for safe driving prac- tices and there is every indi- cation that this instruction will furnish us with more knowledge- able and safer drivers in the future. Obviously, that's something we've needed for many years. * * * * It may not come as a surprise to any area teachers, but another thing we learned last week is that youngsters are just too honest and candid. VICTORIA AND GREY INVESTMENT FUND 1 The investor in the Victoria and Grey Investment Fund gains all the benefits of diversification. 15 YEARS AGO The extensive preparatory work for the conversion of Ex- eter's telephones from magneto to common battery operation Is progressing satisfactorily and will be effective December 10. Gangs of men have been work- ing all out this week to complete the Stephen Township Community Centre at Crediton in time for the nomination meeting. Over $3,000 was voted to the South Huron Hospital by the Ex- eter Branch of the Canadian Legion at its meeting Thurs- day. A series of Sunday evening concerts will be held every two weeks throughout the winter sponsored by the Sorority in cooperation with the Exeter Rec- reational Council. 10 YEARS AGO South Huron students won two of the four Huron County agri- cultural scholarships worth $100 each. Joan Thompson won the award for Macdonald Institute students and Fred Delbridge, RR 1 Woodham, has been awarded the Western Ontario Agricultural School scholarship. The every member visitation of the eight churches in this district connected with the sector plan, was held Sunday. The visit- ation was the climax for more than three months preparation of a plan in which lay members of the church played the most important part. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wells cele- brated their diamond wedding anniversary Sunday, First winner' in the $800 Christmas jackpot sponsored by Exeter Businessmen's Assoc- iation was Mrs. Donald Ralph, Exeter, who received $50 Satur- day night. The portfolio of the Fund is composed mainly of common stocks of companies chosen for their growth potential. 50 YEARS AGO Only six British vessels were sunk for the week ending the 14th. This is the lowest since the submarine campaign started. Judge E. N. Lewis has been sworn in by Crown Attorney Seeger and has taken over his duties as judge. Lewis will pre- side at the Division Court in Exeter on December 6. James Gardiner of Kirkton has received official notice that his son Pte Edward Gardiner, who enlisted in Winnipeg, has been killed in action. This is their second son to give his life. Pte Earl Gardiner was killed in action a few months ago. Mr. Harley Sanders, Exeter North, disposed of his household effects on Saturday and will move his family to Windsor. John El- liott has rented Mr. Harley Sand- ers, Exeter North, and will move in shortly. where he can get back to the primitive pleasures of man: rude jokes around the fire; a sense of companionship that has nothing to do with money or position; the feeling of battle against the elements; the absence of all stress except the physical; the eating of half-burned meat; the belching and breaking of wind; the dreamless sleep of an animal after a day of exhaustion. The killing of the deer is unimportant. He has proved to himself, by George, that there's a little juice in the old carcass yet, that he can take it without whining, and that he's liked for himself, not because he can do something for somebody. This brings us, by a logical association of ideas, to modern theatre. It's concerned with the very same thing: a man trying to prove himself. The deer hunter would laugh at the playwright, Slaughter? There are 10 times as many people killed on the highways as there are deer in the bush. If I thought the species would be wiped out (deer, not people), I'd fight it. But the deer population is increasing, chiefly because there are so many lousy hunters. I admit that no completely sane man goes deer hunting. Why would anybody go into the woods in the worst weather of the year, wind and snow, rain and blow, to wander through miles of swamp and slash, swale and burn, drag- ging a dirty great musket and straining his heart to the burst- ing point, when he could be sit- ting at home watching a football game on TV? Why? I'll tell you. Because it's the only place in the world where he can escape from committee meetings, a nagging wife, a shrilling telephone, and rotten kids with personality defects. It's the only place in the world Just a few observations on life in general, this week. I have no particular theme in mind, but it will probably have emerged by the time we've finished this chore (me writing, you reading). It's fashionable to attack the Yanks, so here goes. I think they're giving us a bum deal in merchandise. If I were a politi- cian, my platform would be, "Let's fortify the border!" Every year, we send them about 80 percent of our best people: artists of all kinds, uni- versity professors, engineers, Better known as the Brain Drain. And every winter, we send them our rich people, hundreds of thousands, to bolster the sagging economies of Florida and Cali- fornia. And what do they send us? Draft dodgers. Deer hunting. A lot of people are against it. Not me, In fact, if I weren't a teacher, I'd take a week off every fall and join the great slaughter of the deer, AWOUSitte":4ri Times Established 1873 Advocate Established 1881 Amalgamated 1924 OreferZinies-ISsocafe SERVING CANADA'S BEST FARMLAND C.W,N.A., O,W.N.A., CLASS 'A' and ABC Administration of investments in the Victoria and Grey Investment Fund is carried out by experienced management who keep the portfolio under constant supervision. Publishers: J. M. Southcott, R. M. Southcott Editor: Bill Batten Advertising Manager: Howie Wright Phone 235-1331 Equity funds have proven to be excellent protection against inflation. VICTORIA AND GREY TRUST Published Each Thursday Morning at Exeter, Ontario Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office De" Ottawa, abed for• Payment of Postage in Cash Paid in Advance Circulation, March 31, 1967, 4,379 SUBSCRIPTION RATES! Canada $5.00 Per Year; USA $7.00 class community newspapers and the playwright would laugh at the deer hunter. Each would think the other was emotionally crippled. I saw a play last weekend that would have made my little old mother's hair stand on end. Even though she wouldn't have under- stood it. It is called Fortune and Men's Eyes. Some of the language was straight off the walls of a public lavatory. It's a play that will shock and sicken some people. And perhaps this is not a bad idea. It has pathos and a macabre humor. But lavatory walls are a part of life. There's no sand to put your head in. Only the toilet bowl. And, while this is one way of washing your hair, it is not highly recommended. This, again by a logical as- sociation of ideas, brings us to hair. Hair on head is good. We'll agree to that. The balding man suffers. The balding woman dies a thousand deaths. Hair on legs is good if you're a man, bad if you're a girl. Same with arms. Chest? No question. How about armpits? Armpits take us back to deer hunters, and deer hunters to graft dodgers so the circle is almost complete. And 'my students, when I give them an essay to write, say, "But sir, what can I write about?" Answer: if you want to be a writer, write. The reason I'm a bit misan- thropic this week is that it's snowing, I hate snow. 25 YEARS AGO Fred Luxton of the RCOC, London, has been transferred to British Columbia. Richard Trumpery a former Exeter boy, son of Rev. and Mrs. Trumper was also on the group to go to the coast. Mr, and Mrs. John Essery of Centralia on Tuesday, December 3 will celebrate their 61st wed- ding anniversary. Bean threshing is the order of the day in the Crediton com- munity. Mr. Ed Hendrick thresh- ed 400 bushels from 12 acres which yielded 33 1/3 bus. to the acre, Enclose a recipe when writing to the boys overseas so that English housewives can make the Canadian boys happy but go easy on fats, eggs and Sugar.