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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1968-12-05, Page 4T-A photo Let's show our appreciation Will be missed on council Looking through the pages of last week's edition of the T-A we counted pictures of a dozen young people in. Exeter and area who are making valuable contributions to society. It brought to mind our oft-stated conviction that most teenagers are alert sensitive citizens who will one day carry on this world with admirable ease, Too often, adults (and parents in particular) are prone to believe only the worst of the kids. Near hysteria has hit the parent generation who worry that pot, free love, hippies and rebels will steal their youngsters from their bosoms and change them into some distant kind of beings with long hair and glassy eyes. We're thankful such behaviour is common among just a small percentage of the teenage population. We're grateful too, that the ratio of hippy-like youth is much lower in Exeter and area than in the city of Toronto, for instance. Christmas is almost upon us, and if we could give a gift to the youth of this district it would be a large portion of appreciation for their past efforts and a huge helping of trust in their ability to cope just as well in the future. Their road is not a simple one to navigate. We wonder if the "older generation" could travel it with as much confidence and poise. Dear Mrs. Popovich BABilOOiNEIGH Wide ski type runners with strong steel bracing, Solid wood handle' gives you com- plete control, 95 I 6 FT. WOODEN TOBOGGAN 11$x` I Ph" THICK TOBOGGAN PAD 3 45 Extra thick pad far added comfort, tough weatherproof vinyl cover. 4 Ft. Pad 1%" tfoeit $2.77 I Ft, Fact $1,49 5 FT. V/ eto+ dew Eueeiget, thew Vie . Hp td & BABY SLEIGH PAD & laugh quality vinyl delver (ifs ell standard baby sleighs: it' V1r ATEgPFtOCiF Humpty.Dompty could tan This month's Ontario Federation of AgriCtilture bulletin starts off with this "child's poem to Walter Miller • • 1-1PmPtY Dumpty sat on the Mr. Miller, . of course, iS the president Of the Ontario Farmer's Union and, at that groups' annual convention last weels, succeeded in having an ultimatum put 0-trough that appeared to dash the hopes for an early unified voice for Ontario farmers. In fact, there are many who think it completely quashed any hopes for one organization being set up to speak for farmers in this province. The militant Farmers' Union has succeeded in some worthwhile projects in recent years, but the ultimatum passed last week would appear to negate any forward thinking they have been able to muster for farmers. it was a negative and disappointing approach at a time when a genuine show of co-.operation and conciliation between the OFA and the OPP appeared possible. While we denounce the Farmers' Union in their stand, we cornmend the Huron Federation of Apiculture, who at their annual meeting last weep, named a member of the Farmers' Union as a director at large in an effort to at least get a united voice in Huron. The Federation could have been excused for throwing their hands in the air in view of Mr. Miller's actions, but they chase to keep faint:hopes alive for a badly needed unified voice. It has become essential that the two groups halt their bickering and move to develop unity capable of meeting the complexities of amiculture. Perhaps Mr. Miller will suffer the f ate of Humpty Dumpty in the upcoming months and negotiations on a more amicable basis can be resumed. 074 pue mobert &ma" eiteaei004 Kevin Wareing, Craig Campbell, Paul Wareing and Steve Reid of Hensall Town council is providing prizes for the best decorated PREMISES in Exeter for the Christmas season. Three prizes of turkeys will be awarded. Judgingwill take place on or after Thurs., December 19 ALL CITIZENS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE Jack DELBRIDGE, Mayor SERVING, CANADA'S BEST FARMLAND C.W.N.A., 0.W.N.A., CLASS 'At and ABC, Fublittlers: Editor — lam M. SOuthCott, R, M. Southeott Batten — Advertising Manager Phone 2354331 Published tad Thursday Morning t Exetee, Ontatio Authorized as second Class Mail b the Post .60 ice Department! CittaW4i gici #00 Paytrient of Postage in Cash Paid in Advance Circulatien, September 30,, 196/, 038 ON ROES: caned' OA Oer Year; USA $7.00 7•131/0Z":,.; At time of writing it is not known who will sit on Exeter council for the next two years, but there is every indication that regardless of the qualities of those elected, Joe Wooden and Ted Wright will be missed around the table. Ted has been missing for the past few months, retiring due to the pressures of work, while Joe decided not to seek re-election for the same reasons. Their addresses to the handful of ratepayers at the nomination gave an indication of the value of their service over the years. Both men took the opportunity not to delve into the past, but rather to present some sound suggestions for the future. Ted, who in previous years has used his time at the nomination meetings to discuss off-street parking, hit a vital cord again this year when he noted that businessmen were now parking on Main St. again and trucks were double-parking to make deliveries. ..He pointed out that this hail been impossible during the period of reconstruction and felt that if alternative methods were found during that time, they could still be used by businessmen and truckers. It's impossible to argue with his point and we hope that the enforcement he suggested is forthcoming. His suggestion that South Huron Hospital officials consider an ambulance service is also worthy of consideration. This practice appears to be working quite well in other communities and the idea should be given a full debate by board members. * * * Joe also presented many worthwhile suggestions for the future consideration of council. The SHDHS principal has always had an eye to the future in council matters and this is one of his attributes which will be sorely missed on council to see where the community is going, and how best to get there. Joe's keen interest and knowledge of planning matters will also be lost to council. In recent years he has been the "authority" on planning rules and regulations and most While councils must set about the task of dealing with business at hand, there must also be some consideration to the long-term approach to matters in an effort LAFF - A - DAY "You WOk like a. Beatles yOu SOUND like a Beatle-.--how come you're not. making any money like a Beatie?" LAFF A -DAY '114 "WM?' • members of council relied on this experience and knowledge to reach decisions regarding building permits and land use. It would appear that some other member must fill this void or council will be forced to turn over many planning matters to the Planning Board for recommendations, This latter solution presents no problems, but will create delays for some persons wishing immediate answers. However, we are not so sure people should expect council members to make such quick decisions and persons wishing rulings should have their cases presented in ample time so they will not be upset when a decision by council may have to be delayed for a week or two while consideration is being given to the matter. * * * Another feature that will disappear with Joe is the periodic report on a. myriad of matters around Exeter. About twice a year he went on a tour of the community and then presented a report to council, detailing everything from bad pot-holes to areas where new sanitary sewers were required. The length of the list was always rather amazing and pointed up the fact that too often the small jobs go undone in a community to the point where lumped together they create an eye-sore. While this is primarily the work of the works superintendent, council may have to delegate another Member to the periodic inspection which was conducted by Joe. 50 YEARS AGO At the Toronto Livestock Show Mr. Andrew Hicks of Centralia got fifth place for an Aberdeen steer in a class of 24. Mr, R. D. Hunter sold an 11-months-old calf for 29 cents alb. Sgt. W. J. Mallet and Pte. A. S. Bolton, both of whom enlisted with the 161st Battalion at Exeter, arrived home Tuesday evening after 27 months overseas. Mr. Wes Heywood bought B. M. Francis' farm, Con 9 Usborne at the latter's auction sale Thursday and later sold the farm to Mr. Mark Wild for $8,850. Mr. Francis is preparing to move to Exeter. Pte. Walter Harness, who went overseas with the 161st Battalion, returned home Monday night, He Was wounded in the shoulder but is recovering nicely. Two other brothers,. Elmore and Bert, returned home previously. 25 YEARS AGO Mason-Pollen — At Caven. Presbyterian Church on Saturday, November 27, Vera Mae Pollen, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed . Pollen to LAC Donald Graham Mason, son of Mr. and Mrs. Manse! Mason of Grand Bend by Rev. William Malt. By acclamation Reeve R. E. Shaddick was 'returned as reeve of Herisall with councillors James Parker, A, W. Kerslake, P. W, StnallecOmbe and B. Fink. Southcott Brcis, are remodelling the apartment over their store formerly occupied by the late Mrs. Skelton: They ate making two apartments.. Friday 110 Ray Pryde graditated as 'navigator from No, 4 Air Observer School at Cruntlin. Atnou those preSent fat the docasiOn were his parents FITLt 'Phonies Pry& ofToronto and Mrs. Pryde of Exeter, LAO J, B. Pryde of the Fingal Bombing and Gunnery Sehool and Mrs. Pryde of Exeter, AM It would be possible to go on at great lengths detailing the service Joe and Ted have rendered to this community over the past seven years. While we know their loss will be felt around the council table, we do not wish to create the impression the council will tumble into disarray without them. Obviously, there are still .some excellent people sitting around the table and the work of the community will go forward as it has in the past. However, there is no doubt but what some of the attributes brought to the council deliberations by Joe and Ted will be missed. There are Many other persons in the area who will be "out of jobs" come January 1 when school boards will Cease to exist — or at least have their power reduced to the point of being in advisory capacities until the new county board gets into full swing. All these men, plus others who have resigned from council posts or have been defeated in elections — should be the recipients of a sincere vote of thanks from those whom they have served over the years. An these men have served to the best of their abilities and we hope they can now retire with a deep sense of pride in knowing they have taken their place in deliberating the business of their communities. It remains as the most important task and challenge we have in a democratic society and they have filled it capably. Douglas Pryde of Manning Pool, Toronto and Bob Pryde of London. 15 YEARS AGO The Avalon Coffee Shop which for the past nine years, has been conducted by Gordon Appleton, has been taken over by Messrs. Wong and Lee of London. Mr. Appleton has purchased the general store business of Mr. Frederick, Grand Bend. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Baynham of Crediton will observe their diamond wedding anniversary on Saturday, December 5. Mr. and Mrs. C. S. MacNaugh ton spent the weekend in Toronto and attended the Grey Cup football game Saturday. The new Grand Bend Public School was officially opened Friday evening. Guest speakers were R. J. Carter, inspector of public schools for Lambton; Thomas Pryde MLA for Huron and C. E. Janes, MLA for Lambton, 10 YEARS AGO Believed to be the first woman councillor in South Huron is Mrs. Minnie Noakes who won a seat in Ilensall's election Monday. Stephen voters elected the youngest reeve in the township's history in the person of thirty-One-year-old Glenn Webb, RR 2, Dashwood. He succeeds Huron Warden Jack Morrissey. Two officers of Exeter Lodge No. 67 IOOF were honored at a social evening Tuesday night, E. A. Howald, who has served as recording secretary for 30 years and has been a member 50 years, was presented with a chair and Allison, treasurer for 11 years, received a lamp. The newly completed Bice bridge over the Ausable River Con. 2 IVItGillivtay was officially opened Wednesday. The bridge is the largest built in the township in 30 years, is 80 feet long and cost 549,000. want a home? get a mortgage loan! A high value first mortgage loan on a residential or improved farm property' will cost you less than you think— and you can arrange for convenient payments to write it off. If the property is a good risk (and our experienced mortgage people will be glad to advise you), don't let money stand in your way. Just 'phone Victoria and Grey. VG UCTORIA and GREY TRUST COMPANY SINCE 1889 I Delight the Entire Family ski lAizelUe itilevAissekst • We'll never forget Mrs. Popovich. My wife phoned from the bus station the other day, just home from her weekly stint at college. "Bill, I'm in a terrible mess." I groaned silently; "What is it this time?" To cut a long story short, she had started out with a little act of Christian charity, or plain humanity, and wound up with a problem that would have made the Good Samaritan take to his heels. Mrs. Popovich has Parkinson's Disease. She can walk by inches. On a good day, she might travel 40 feet in 40 minutes, possibly falling flat on her face twice during the procedure. My wife helped her onto the bus in the city. Four days later, we practically hurled her onto a bus going back to the city. In the intervening time, she was a thorn in the spiritual side, a scorpion in our minds. In short, we worried like hell about her. She is sweet, and she has faith, and she has a sense of humor. And she's as stubborn as a mule. She had come here to visit the Shrine, with a view to a spot of faith healing. The Shrine is closed in the winter. No priests, no services, Just a big, dark, cold church. We got her settled in a motel room on street level because she can't climb steps. Arranged for hot food and drinks to be brought to her. Visited her, Made her promise to phone her daughter to come and get her. She was adamant. Saturday, somehow, she got to the Shrine by cab. It takes ten minutes to get her into or out of a car. Told the cabbie to come back in two hours. Door of church was locked. She sat for two hours, high on a hill-top, in a bleak November wind, on the steps of the Shrine. Sunday, after checking by phone, we took her to the Shrine. Two hours hard labor. Church like a holy barn. She did begin to see that it was all a bit fruitless and agreed to take a bus back to the city on Monday. After an hour's struggle, we got her onto the bus, which is three minutes from the motel. Another chap and I carried her aboard. Cane, baggage, purse, all in place. And the bus driver's look said loud and clear, "How can you be so rotten as to pour your Old mother onto a bus when she can't even walk? What kind of people are you?" I guess this is because my wife kissed her goodbye, and I patted her shoulder. And his voice said, "Who's going to help her off the bus?" And we've been haunted ever since by her dark, sad eyes, and that sweet smile, and that indomitable spirit: "If I don't keep going, I'll be in a wheelchair for the rest of my life." What got both of us was the coldness and the eager curiosity of the onlookers. The only person who offered aid, the chap who helped me carry her onto , the bus, was a rough-looking character who was obviously a junkie or an alcoholic. He said he'd look after her. What a paradox! All those well-fed, well-clothed, well-looking people sat there and watched, as though it were a horror movie. And the only guy in the crowd who looked as though he needed help himself said, "We have to help one another, don't we?" A certain Levite was mugged, rolled, and left to die. Two of his own race pied. One didn't wanna get involved. The other was late for church. And a Samaritan, an alien, heard his groans, and said, "Oy, boy, what's with you? You don't look so good." And bound his wounds and found him an inn with wall-to-wall. And was probably charged for practising without a license. I often wonder what became of the Good Samaritan. Share Christmas with those Less fortunate „ gaMtrr.tirmkaazrvm: -nrr- Times Established 1873 Advocate Established Amalgamated 1924 .s.ts ag o wonder We have trouble finding husbatids14