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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1967-12-21, Page 3EXETER, ONTARIO, DECEMBER 21, 1967 Ninety-third Year Price Per Copy 15 Cents Centralia facilities mostly taken ODC considers more expansion two of the Centralia development, Mr. MacNa.ughton pointed out a sensible approach had to be taken in this regard. "Area municipalities have to be considered and we can't ac- celerate to the point where it would not be of benefit to area communities," he explained. He suggested the growth of Centralia would go ahead with a pace equal to the growth of the area in what could be Ontario's first satellite community. It would be necessary, he in- dicated, to assess the industrial land available in Exeter and sur- rounding communities to see if industries interested in this area could be facilitated. He said the pilot program be- ing carried out by ODC at Cen- tralia could be duplicated across the province — and Canada. Considerable damage to school vault Thieves found equipment handy when they broke intoSHDHS early Saturday morning, and while it was the wrong kind they ended up doing considerable damage. The black marks show where the safe door was singed, while to the right of the black mark on the wall are large holes punched into the concrete wall with an anvil. Two area youths were charged with the break and enter and were given two years pro- bation and ordered to make restituition. . . T-A photo ODC holds board meeting at Centralia The Ontario Development Corporation executive held their monthly board meeting at Centralia Indus- trial Park, Monday, marking the first time the group met outside Toronto. About 35 members of the ODC staff from Toronto also visited Centralia and were hosted by the ODC staff here. Shown above are Agriculture Minister William Stewart; A. E, Etchen, managing director of ODC; Provincial Treas- urer C, S. MacNaughton; Don Early, chairman of the ODC board of directors; and Stephen Reeve T-A photo Jim Hayter. Youths put on probation after futile safe attempt Dam 30% completed Weather curtails The youths were taken to Goderich jail and remained there until their appearance in court Monday morning. Time of the breakin was esti- mated at around 4:30 a.m. OUTLINES WORK The Provincial Treasurer out- ' lined the work of the ODC and said it was in the business of stimulating industrial growth in Ontario by providing financial and other assistance. "You'd be amazed at the num- ber of businesses established through ODC," he said, "and you'd be gratified too, because it meets a very definite need." Mr, MacNaughton outlined the Equalization of Industrial Op- portunity program under which — Please turn to page 5 progress STIFF FINE Also appearing in Goderich court, Monday, was Albert Nor- man Kyle, a 20-year-old Kippen resident, charged with consuming alcoholic beverage while under age. "Haven't you appeared before me on a similar charge?" asked Magistrate Marshaman. "Yes sir," said the youth. "What did it cost you?" "Fifty dollars and costs," the youth replied. The magistrate fined him $150 and costs. Delays continue to thwart the construction of the Parkhill dam, and members of the Ausable River Conservation Authority were told in Parkhill, Thursday, that the contractor has suspended work for the winter. "The weather just beat him," George Rammage of M. M. Dil- lon stated, in reference to the contractor. Rammage said the adverse weather conditions just made it impractical to continue work on the $2,000,000 project, but stated the contractor hoped to make up for lost time when he gets back on the job in May. It is expected work will be carried on around the clock and Rammage suggested the project would be completed in time to catch the spring runoff in 1969. He reported about 30 percent of the work has been completed to date. However, while the delays in getting the Parkhill project ap- proved and now constructed have been disappointing to ARCA members, they are now moving on to consideration of two more dam projects. Chairman Wellington Brock Damage to the safe and the wall has been estimated at be- tween $500 and $600 and the youths were ordered by Mag- istrate G. G. Marshaman, to make restitution for the damage at the rate of $23.50 each for each month over the next two years. In addition, the magistrate or- dered that Vickery return to his parents' home in British Col- umbia before the end of De- cember. Cpl. VanBergen reported the youths were picked up for ques- tioning Saturday afternoon on in- formation gained during the in- vestigation by the local officers of the Mount Forest OPP identi- fication officers, He didn't reveal what infor- mation led to the arrest. Two area youths were placed on probation for two years after they pleaded guilty in Goderich court Monday to a charge of break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence. Bruce Vickery, RR 1 Crediton, and Kenneth Gloor, Centralia, were charged by Cpl. Harry Van- Bergen who investigated an at- tempted entry into the vault at South Huron District High School early Saturday morning. Assist- ing in the investigation were OPP Constable Bill Glassford and members of the Identification Branch of the OPP from Mount Forest. Entry to the school was gained by smashing a window on the north side. A window was then smashed in the welding shop where the pair took welding equipment to attempt to gain entry into the safe. They smashed another window in the office to gain entry there but were unsuccessful in their attempts to get into the vault. The equipment used was for weld- ing only, while a cutting torch in the shop had been overlooked. Several portions of the safe were badly burned and a pointed metal - shaping anvil had been used to smash several holes in the concrete wall. At what he termed a history making event, Monday, the Hon. C. S. MacNaughton reported that "for all practical purposes" all the facilities at Centralia Indus- trial Park have been spoken for and announcements regard i ng new industries coming to the area would be made periodically throughout the coming months. "We're now looking at the successful conclusion of phase one — the utilization of the exist- ing buildings," he said, adding that phase two — the use of the surplus land for the erection of more buildings — would now be considered. While his remarks about the development of Centralia came as news to some in his audience, many of those in attendance were well informed of the progress. His speech was made at a meeting in Huron Hall at Cen- tralia to members of the Ontario Development Corporation staff — both from Centralia and Toronto. On Monday morning, the execu- tive of the ODC held their monthly board meeting at Centralia and this was the history making event which he mentioned. This is the first time the ODC executive have met outside their Toronto board rooms. Another 35 members of the ODC staff from Toronto arrived by bus later in the morning and following the dinner hostedby the ODC staff at Centralia, all took a tour of the premises. Although many of the Toronto ODC staff have been involved with the Centralia development, it was the first site visit for most of them. Others in attendance at the noon luncheon included Stephen Reeve Jim Hayter, Exeter Mayor Jack Delbridge, Board of Trade president Bill Smith and Indus- trial Development Commission secretary Peter Raymond. In announcing that the ODC executive were considering phase ority is major erosion of its Port Franks park. Expenditure of $2,500 to $3,000 has been earmarked for this work, although permanent pro- tection has been estimated at $32,000. "This cost far outreaches our ability to pay, and unless we get further assistance (grants) we may have to let nature take its — Please turn to page 5 said the Lucan and Hibbert dams would be up for consideration in 1968. A feasibility study is being con- ducted on the proposed Lucan dam, which would be a combin- ation bridge and dam on the Little Ausable where it crosses Highway 4 north of Lucan. The department of highways are reconstructing the highway in this area and have held off a tender call for a bridge replace- ment and highway realignment until the dam feasibility study is completed. If the dam is possible, a grant of 90% would be sought under ARCA, similar to the final agree- ment for the Parkhill dam. Benefits of the Lucan project are expected to include a measure of flood control, improvement of downstream flow, emergency water supply for peak demands and recreation. The feasibility study on the Hibbert dam at the Ausable head- waters was completed in 1965 and the estimated cost is around $140,000.00 Again the ARCA would look to ARDA for assistance to build this small water supply reservoir in conjunction with a bridge re- placement over a township road. A cost-benefit study has been completed and submitted to the Conservation Authorities Branch and flood control committee chairman Bill Amos said "it is hoped a decision will be avail- able soon with respect to pro- ceeding with this project". Planning board warns of 'dangerous course' ARCA budget up, local park in plans grades seven to ten in the water- shed schools, beyond the class- room door into the outdoors where they are given opportunity to learn about science, conser- vation and the natural environ- ments of soil, water, forest, wild- life and recreation. Weatherman has everybody fooled Humans aren't the only things being confused by the weather these days. J. M. Reed phoned Tuesday afternoon to report he had been watching a ground hog bask in the sun on his Usborne Town- ship residence. He thought it must be some sort of record for late hiberna- tion. "I've never seen anything like it," Mr. Reed said, "and I'm 78 years old." While nothing the weather does this centennial year will surprise readers, it should be noted for posterity that Christmas shop- pers in the area have not only been basking in the sun, but have also faced heavy showers. At time of writing, a white Christmas appears to be out of the question, but as stated, any- thing can happen this year. Report wolves on the increase Wolves—the four-legged var- iety—are said to be on the in- crease in the district. The subject was discussed at the meeting of the Ausable River Conservation Authority, Thurs- day, when vice-chairman Robert Love suggested the bounty on the animals should be increased. He reported a group of hunters had recently tracked down a large wolf in his area and they had to spend two days. They used two- way radios to help in the hunt. Love said an increase in the bounty would encourage more hunters to hunt down the wolves. R. E. Pooley, Exeter, reported two wolves were shot in Hay Swamp this year and at least two more have been seen since. Two consider leaving council Two senior members of Exeter council stated Monday they had seriously considered resigning their positions, but indicated they would attempt to stay on council for the remaining year of their term. "I think I'll have to get off council," Joe Wooden reported when members were discussing whether new committees would be formed next year or the pres- ent ones carried on. He said he was finding it dif- ficult to do his council work properly, adding that he didn't like to resign because he enjoy- ed the work. Councillor Ted Wright also said lie had considered resign- ing due to the pressure of his work, but said after consider- ation he would attempt to carry on for the year. "I haven't the time to do the job I would like to do," he said. Councillor Don MacGregor asked Wooden if he would con- sider staying on if he was re- lieved of the arduous task of being drains committee chairman. Wooden said he might be able to manage if he was relieved of this committee chairmanship and said he would give it a try. MacGregor then indicated he would be willing to assume the chairmanship of the drains com- mittee if the striking committee wished. In the event of resignations, the defeated candidate who re- ceived the most number of votes in last year's election would be asked to fill the vacancy. This was Ross Dobson. It was decided at the meeting to have the striking committee of Delbridge, Boyle, Cudmore, Taylor and Wooden bring in a report for the first meeting in January. It will be held on January 2 Exeter council were advised they were following a "dangerous course" in approving contraven- tions of the official plan without approval from (he Ontario Mun- icipal Board. That advice was contained in a letter from Al Pickard, chairman of the Planning Board, which met last week to comply with council's request that the entire official plan and zoning bylaw be re- viewed. The letter from the Planning Board detailed the lengthy pro- cedure involved in formulating the official plan and pointed out council had taken that contraven- ed the plan without consultation with the Board. This appeared to be in regard to council approving a new house for the corner of Andrew and Huron Street, which is in a com- mercial area. It was pointed Out there were delays by seeking approv al through proper channels, but the Board chairman's letter said this was the price that had to be paid for thoughtful planning. The Board noted there were few changes needed in the of- ficial plan, and suggested that the Huron and Andrew Street REPAIR MORRISON The Authority approved a re- commendation that a basin clean- ing project be carried out at the wingwalls of the Morrison dam east of Exeter. Water has washed away some of the river bank below the dam and gabion baskets will be placed in an effort to protect this area. Cost of the work is expected to be $2,000 on which the Autho- ority will receive a '75% grant. The Town of Exeter was desig- nated as the benefitting munici- pality and will pay 90% of the Authority's share--amounting to $450. In his report, Amos said a serious problem facing the Auth- BUDGET UP At the meeting, the Authority accepted a 1968 operational bud- get of $50,080—up from the 1967 budget of $49,800. A capital budget of $69,300 was proposed. This is not a definite program but rather is an indi- cation of prpjects, each of which must be approved individually. Last year a $61,250 capital program was approved but only $16,810 worth of work was done. Included in the capital budget is $10,000 for development of a recreation and conservation area plan for the Parkhill dam. The area is to take in 1,700 acres including a four-acre island to be created in a 190-acre lake behind the dam. Plans for the recreation area are being compiled by an en- - Please turn to page 5 The prospect of county school boards by 1969 has apparently put a damper on plans by the Ausable River Conservation Authority to put their outdoor science school program on more permanent quarters on Authority land. During the past year, mem- bers have been considering the idea of moving the school from its present home at Camp Sylvan to land within the Authority and they had planned to discuss the matter with area school officials. However, at the ARCA meet- ing in Parkhill, Thursday, mem- bers pointed out that no school boards would commit themselves with the move to county boards looming. "The boards don't know where they're going," Fred Heaman pointed out, and said the Authority had no alternative but to "take it easy" on their plans for a permanent school. Since the school opened in 1964, a total of 528 area students have participated in the pro- gram. The project propels full classes of young students from property not be rezoned, but rather left as commercial. "The official plan has been violated, but the Board recom- mends that nothing be done about it," Councillor Wooden said in explanation. The Board also said they did not oppose rezoning that the property north of the Brewers' Retail on Main St. to commercial property, but they did recommend that this exclude the building of garages, auto show rooms, car washes and other automotive uses. They also suggested the build- ing of apartments be permitted. The Board earlier recom- mended this land not be rezoned, but council did not adhere to that recommendation and started pro- cedures to enable an automobile showroom to be built in the area. Several area residents opposed this and the OMB set a hearing on the question, but it was found council had not followed correct procedure and the entire request was tossed out. These recommendations, and two smaller matters, were ac- cepted by council and a motion carried to change the official plan accordingly. OPP report one mishap Damages run high in two town crashes Present colorful pageant at Exeter church A colorful Christmas pageant was presented at James Street 'United Church, Sunday, in the background. The event attracted a large crowd and realism was carried to the featuring the choir, youth groups and congr egation members, The performers are point where live sheep were used for the scene featuring the Shepherds. Shown on Stage near the end of the program, while members of the choir are shown 'r-A photo The Exeter OPP detachment reports only one accident during the past week and damage in it amounted to only $165. On Friday at 2:10 p.m., cars operated by Margaret V. Oud, RR 2 Hensall,. and John D. Lang- ford, Londen, ',collided on High- way 4 arthe junction of Highway 84 in HenSall. Constable H. J. Beyer investi- gated. Weather conditions have en- abled the police to continue their crack-down on speeders and dur- ing the week they used radar and the OPP aircraft patrol. A total of 14 drivers were charged under the Highway Traf- fic Act and another 31 were is- sued warnings. Two charges were laid under the Liquor Control Att. The officers spent 263 hours on duty and covered 2,649 miles on patrol, Cpl. C, J, Mitchell showed a traffic safety film "Signal 30" to members of the Exeter Lions and 45 students of the driver training course at SHBBS on Thursday. Cpl. Mitchell urged drivers to use extreme caution during the peak traffic periods over the festive season. Liam Street, was westbound on Huron St. when his car went out of control and smashed into a parked car owned by Edward Hunter-Duvar, 68 HuronSt. East. Taylor was not injured. Damage to his dar was listed at $400 and $500 to the parked vehicle. On Tuesday afternodn, Chief C. H. MacKenzie investigated an accident at the Intersection of James and Main Streets in- volving cars driVen by Stephen Dundas, RR 2 Crediton and David T. Moore, 163 Andrew St., Ex- eter. Dundas was westhoundonJam- es and Was in the process of Making a left turn onto Main When he was in collision with Moore, who was southbound on Main, Total damage in the crash Was estimated at $225. Damage =minted to over $1,- 600 in two accidents investigated by the Exeter Police Department this Week. Constable George Rdbertson was called tb the scene of a two- car crash on Math St. around 9:30 p.m,, Tuesday. Involved in the crashes were Hay Township councillor Harold Campbell, and William Haigh, 161 William St., Exeter. Both were northbound with Haigh in the lead, The accident occurred Just south of the Caven Presbyterian Church and Constable Robertson listed damage to the Campbell Vehicle at $500 and $200 to the rear of the Haigh car. Cpl. Harry VanBergen estim- ated damage at $900 in a crash which occurred at 3:30 a.m. on Huron St., Sunday. Mervin S. 'paylor, 23, 317