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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1968-05-30, Page 4clasp cdmnriinity etb*ritiiitters Advocate Established 1881 Anialgamated 1924 "TY 41,eee A-Amves'e,,ee Published Each Thursday Morning at Exeter, Ontario Authorized , as Second Class Mail/ Post Office Debit, Ottawa,, and for Payment of Postage in Cash Paid in Advance Circulation, September 30, 1967, 4,338 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Canada $5.00 Per Year; USA $7.00 88111140141$111g.,..00,4, .._ _AVM' 'MAW Ar,f; t4;'4'4.4 i$,S4 SERVING CANADA'S BEST FARMLAND 0.W.N.A., CLASS 'A' and ABC Publishers: J. M. SoUthcott, R. M. Snothcott Editor., Bill Batten Advertising Manager: IHowie Wright Phone 2354331 Tirnet Established 1873 Greater challenges too AO- to South. Huron Di-strict High $chool these days can only be de- scribed as overwhelming; not only by its size, but by the advanced equip merit, facilities and learning aids avail- able tO the students. There no doubt. are several area residents who still question the need for the advanced equipment to be found in the technical, commercial and Science departments at the school, but many of their doubts must have Van- ished in reading through our special supplement last week to learn what great opportunities are being made available to area students. One has only to think back to his high school, days to realize that changes were necessary. It wasn't very many years ago that the school was geared primarily to those who had the ability to master academic subjects and the numbers who managed to progress through to grades 12 and 13 were small indeed in comparison to the number enrolled in grade nine. Generally speaking, each student today is provided an ample opportunity according to his ability, and it is par- ticularly encouraging to see those with. limited academic ability belong trained to ftafill, useful tasks in society. ,Overwhelmed though people may be, there can be .110 doubt but what they are equally envious of the oppor- tunities provided' for youth. today, vihat, ever their oilities or desires, Providing these benefits. has not come easily, Education costs area: drain On many taxpayers, and 'while few begrudge the expense, they have the right to .expect that administration of education will be watched very close- ly and. „expenditures: Will. be made only for ."necessities",. Such expenditures must be based. on, the ability of the eornunity to pay for them. By the same token, ratepayers have the right to expect that students attending SHDHS will realize full well the golden opportunities they are being provided and will work diligently .and to the best of their abilities to take full advantage of the opportunities and re- pay the faith that has been vested in them through the efforts of taxpayers, teachers and education administrators. Greater opportunities bring great-. er challenges. By George, a good idea We heartily support Councillor George Vriese in his suggestion of hav- ing another gala celebration to mark Canada's 101st birthday on July I. Memories of last year's centennial activities on the same day are probably still vivid in many persons' minds. As Vriese points out, people value such things and it did a great deal for the community. As we recall the day, it didn't in- volve too much work for any individu- als due to the fact the responsibilities were well spread out. The centennial fever made it a whopping success, but even a less ener- getic program would still be of value and maintain the pride in our com- munity which was shown at that time. A parade, some of that amusing canoe jousting, swimming events, ball game, picnic at the park, a few horse riding contests, fireworks and some of those amusing contests which feature family reunions would make a program that all could enjoy. Many of these events require only some organization as the participants are usually eager and don't need cash prizes to enter into the fun. While many will lend moral sup- port to such an idea, we trust there will be enough individuals and organi- zations prepared to accept some of the responsibilities to make Canada's birth- day an enjoyable and memorable oc- casion for Exeter and area residents as we embark on our second century. With a sigh of relief It's most encouraging to note that the councils of Hay Township and Zur- ich have been able to reach an amic- able agreement regarding fire protec- tion. This newspaper pointed out at the time the agreement terminated that the situation posed difficulties for both communities and could have resulted in an unpleasant situation that would have been tough for council members on both sides to live with. We suspect they, along with the property owners left without protec- tion, have been able to heave a deep sigh of relief now that the situation has been corrected. A special note of commendation should go to the Zurich volunteer fire- men whose urging led to the two groups getting back to the negotiation table. The firemen's concern as warranted and no doubt played a major part in making the two councils realize the need for an agreement. fired of tinkering? Better see the Quality MOWERS There's one just right for your mowing needs! 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Remember too, in addition to to P p quality building , materials at loWest possible prices, tohklin's can also arrange to secure Your build- ing lot. ,and even arrange for a Contractor to finish the job if you wish, Exeter, 235.1422 Grand Bend, 238.2374 MIMMIIPM1r-r* Contrary to Rumours wish tp ahrippnce th at I have retained the ser- vices of Lloyd Cushman as Plant Manager end also Bill Heywood has taken over the Franchise for Centralia, Crediton, Hensall and Exeter, Lloyd and pin Will emleavourto give the same efficient service as they have over the past 10 years. JOHN MODDEJONGE MIDTOWN CLEANERS 230 WILLIAM ST, 235-2464 SPECIAL SWEATERS .3.30 TROUSERS • 590 June 15 First hand look at leaders Uncomplimentary connotations Area residents had their first opportunity to see one of Canada's two new political leaders in person last week when Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau made a whirlwind tour of the district. Tonight (Thursday) they will have the chance to see the other leader, the Hon. Robert Stanfield. We were pleasantly surprised at the warm welcome bestowed on Mr. Trudeau last week, be- cause as we mentioned in last week's columns, a show of emotion is just not expected in staid, old Huron. It was only natural that the crowds were comprised mainly of young people, because a day- time tour finds most adults work- ing and unable to attend. The fact young people are in- terested in seeing the Prime Minister of Canada is quite understandable, but the enthus- iastic reception we suspect is more than we could have expected had eithqr of Canada's recently retired political leaders been in that position. Some may argue that the Prime Minister should be received in a more formal Manner than with kisses, firecrackers, shouting youngsters, autograph seekers and what have you, but as Mr. Trudeatipointed out on TV this week, these are merely sighs of a warm-hearted audience and obviously there is nothing the matter With a head of state re. celving such a welcome from the people he leads, The reception doesn't indicate in any tangible way what will happen when the Voters head to the polls en June 25, but the new image of politics in Canatlabeing presented by Mr. Trudeau—and to a leSser extent by Mr:Stan- field—is most welcome. Kids don't vote is the obser- vation who repeated by those look On in disdain at the number Of children and teen- agers attracted to any politician, but the situation in France these days points up quite Clearly what happens when leaders fail tokeep tune with the yoUth of today. Mr. Stanfield recently noted that young hien twist be given opportunities in politicalparties, even at the expense of Over- looking Older, more experienced Men who have contributed a great deal In the paSt. Otherwise a party soon diet, he 'explained, and he is quite Correct in that assumption. At both Huron nominations, there was a large number of Young persons in the audience and 0118 Speaks Well for the future of politics. Po1itic8 Is the business Of running the parties which tun the country :and obviously such A task' is of ut- itidSt Importance and it istieces- sail that young people 'take an active interest in that task. As noted last week, Exeter drivers should be aware of the fact stop signs are being erected at several intersections in the community. Some replace yield signs, while others will be placed at corners where no signs of any nature have been in the past. At the present time, too many drivers fail to observe existing stop signs and while sitting on the front steps on Saturday after- noon we noticed this situation at the Sanders and William Street intersection. Some drivers appear to have the idea they must stop only if there is traffic coming the other way and we suggest the police should commence a crack-down on this situation. Youngsters who ride bicycles are even worse than car drivers, and we have yet to see any stop 50 YEARS AGO Nursing Sister Miss Martha. Carling is visiting her aunts, the Misses Carling on her last leave prior to going overseas. She had been nursing in a New York hospital before enlisting with Canadian nurses. It is necessary for all men to have in their possession, at all times, papers to show that- they are exempt from military service or not within the class called Up. This will be rigidly enforced June 1. A number of Exeter HighSchool boys under the direction of Prin., cipal H. I. HaViland have started a war garden. They have secured some land and have planted pot- atoet. 25 YEARS AGO Over five tons of paper were collected last Wednesday after- noon by the EXeter Salvage Coin= tnittee. The paper was trucked directly to London and the 'Com mittee received 'over $55 which Will be turned over to the Red Cross. Salter-iVIcKafg--0:: Saturday, June 12, 1943, Mary Mclaig, Only daughter of Mrs: Mckaig, Hensall, became the bride of Charles Gould Salter, Only Son of Mrs. Emily salter of Exeter with Rev. A, 13. Irwin'officiating, LAC Gordon cud more of Ayl-mer spent the weekend at his home, undertakers in the future wilt pick up, the permanent ration books of all person's who die, at the same time they pick up their :registration cards, at this intersection, and we meet a large number of them on our way to and from work. We happened to put a couple of young ladies to the test last week as we continued to walk across the intersection as they approached. One darted in front of us and the other went behind, both failing to stop. Every day it is possible to see children involved in other dangerous practices on their bi- cycles and we are of the opinion many of them need a refresher course on the rules of the road. This community has been ex- tremely fortunate in the past as we have had few bad bicycle accidents, but there is an in- dication we are living on bor- rowed time in this regard. 15 YEARS AGO Miss Lulu Gaiser, Crediton, nowt eaching in Windsor is leav- ing by air for London, England, on May 29 to view the Coron- ation and for the month of July to study Shakespearean drama and Elizabethan music at Strat- ford-on-Avon summer school. A striking hour-long display of fireworks drew the largest crowd ever to fill Exeter Com- munity Park Coronation night. Tom Pryde MLA for Huron presented Exeter Public Sehoel pupils with their souvenirs of the Coronation Monday, The med- als were given to every school student in. Canada by the federal government. 10 YE ARS AGO The Eastern star chapters Of Distriet 5 entertained the officers of the Grand Chapter of. Ontario in the Exeter Legion Hell Pri- doletyetxtneevaene.ibg, Over 300 were in Eight hundred pounds of dis- ease-free sanilae beans is being. Made available to boys and girls in this area Who wish to join a. white heat: club, Members will sow one acre and may sell their crops AS disease-free seed next year. Itethei'S COffee Shop will be closed for a period of two WeekS to effect a tOrriplete renovatien of its facilitiet. An unexpected gift ot frOin a retired Ilensali dentist, !Jr. James blade possible the COnStriiction 'of the south boron 'Hospital Nurses Hest ,. dente Which opens Sunday. It's a matter of perspective We could probably teach some moral about having things in the correct perspective through these two photos. The scene above may suggest a raging waterfall, but actually it's merely a closeup of the tiny waterfall Just above the rocks at Morrison dam, .as shown below. --Photo by Stephen One of the dirtiest words in THE English language is wife." How would you feel if the census-taker or the election pol- lsters dropped around, asked your occupation, and you had to reply with that demeaning, de- grading epithet? The very word suggests some kind of sub-wornan Married to a house. And, as a lot of women will tell you, that's about the size of it. Once a woman was proud of the title. It meant Woman of the House (or Mistress of the rouse if you weren't Married). It gave her a status. She was respected by her farhily, her neighbors, and, most important, herself. Today it has many conriota- thins, 'most of 'them unconipli- mentary. It means drudge, dope, sucker, parasite; it means nag- ging, futility, restlessness, ex- lessness, depending on who is calling the het. Take ,a lOok at your average housewife. on a. TV commercial. She is portrayed as being so dumb it makes you wince, .a8 She raves over some cruddy soap or new instant, coffee. And in the TV family series shows, she's even more sicken-. ing. All sweetness and light, With the knowing look, the coy smile, and just the right word' at the right time, 10 solve the family er1818. She IS shown as a mater- ialistic manipulator of her half., witted 'husband. Real housewives aren't like tills at all. Within practically every one of them Iles 'a caged tigress, flaming passion, an at,- tiStic soul, 'bludgeoned to near- death- by dishes and drudgery and husbands who love their cars more than her, and kids Who treat her like a door ,-rriat. After 20 years of being mauled by family and house, the i'house- wife" realizes she's been had. But it's usually too late. She is physically pooped, mentally rusty, 30 pounds overweight and realizes with a deep shock that she may have 100 Skills in the house, but not one that is being sought in the want ads. This rude awakening can lead to all sorts of things: the gin bottle; the tranquilizer; growing obesity; and in some cases, a revolution that cuts all her ad- hesions and puts her into the World as a woman, something she hasn't had time to think about for 20 years. And it's all so unnecessary, Why should an intelligent Woman, who has something to contribute to society, be shackled to a house and family for tWO dee- -Please Wilt to 'page 5