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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1969-06-05, Page 1HYDRO TO CLOSE OFFICE AT EXETE I RECENT GRAD Karen Finkbeiner, daughter of Mrs. Alvin Finkbeiner, RR 1 Crediton, graduated from Waterloo Lutheran University, May 25, She received her 13.A. degree, having majored in French. HISTORY GRAD Miss Ann Fairbairn, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Clarence Fairbairn, Sanders St., Exeter, graduated from U.W.O. with a B,A. in History. She plans to attend Ontario College of Education in Toronto this fall, is presently contemplated nor is anything imminent for the foreseeable future". In this week's statement from Hydro, it was noted that because most rural customers pay their bills by cheque or at a chartered hank, there will he a minimum of inconvenience for Exeter customers in this respect when the close out becomes, effective. "Although consolidation may inconvenience a few of the staff," the report goes on, "no serious dislocation will occur, and it is expected that most will continue to make their homes at their present locations". Local officials agreed with this theory in 1966, but pointed out that the area would suffer NEW TEACHER Sharon E. Passmore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Passmore, RR 3 Exeter, graduated with honors this year from London Teachers' College. She has accepted a position with the Elgin County School Board. through such a move because future Hydro personnel working in Clinton would probably not make their homes in this area similar to what the present employees have done. • As part of the re-organization, a new service centre and administration office will ultimately be built near Clinton. In a final comment, Mr. Gathercole noted that "it is recognized that even a modest degree of consolidation, as in this case, is bound to affect some communities more than others. But Ontario Hydro must strive unceasingly in fulfillment of its obligations to its customers". r. Ontario Hydro announced this week that the Exeter area office will be closed down and the area will be merged with the Clinton and Strathroy areas. The move is slated to take place "early in 1970" according to a press release issued by Ontario Hydro chairman George Gathercole. About 60 percent of the 4,664 Exeter area customers will be transferred to the Clinton area and the remaining 40 percent to Strathroy. A total of 21 personnel at the local office will be affected by the switch, including four female office workers. The release did not indicate whether the personnel would be split between the Clinton and Strathroy offices in the same ratio as indicated for the customers. However, a Hydro spokesman said none of the local personnel would be laid off work. Disposition of the building presently located south of Exeter on Highway 4 is not Ninety-fourth Year EXETER, ONTARIO, JUNE 5, 1969 Price Per Copy 15 Cents • Huron member on farm four 'One ho prospect' may establish here known at this time, but practice in other areas has been to sell area offices following consolidation. Mr. Gathercole said consolidation of the area office is part of . province-wide program of re-organization that will affect a considerable number of communities, but achieve a saving to electric power consumers of more than $1,000,000 a year while preserving and improving the standard of service in rural power supply. "This re-organization and consolidation has been made possible by the emergence of new facilities and technology," he added. "The development of excellent highways, the use of radio-equipped vehicles and reliable telephone service contribute to conditions that enable us to combine good service with greater economy. With rapidly rising salaries and wages, interest rates and prices, it is imperative that Ontario Hydro seek every means of combating rising power costs." STALLED BEFORE In June of 1966, rumors about a similar move of the Exeter office personnel to Clinton circulated in the community, although Hydro officials denied they had any such move in mind. At the time, the community was awaiting a decision regarding the closing of CFB Centralia, and local officials acted quickly in an effort to halt any plans to have the Hydro office closed out. Hydro officials stated in 1966 "that no re-organization, regrouping or relocation of any kind involving the Exeter office • MAJORING IN GERMAN Calvin Fahner, Crediton last week received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Waterloo Lutheran University. The son of Mr, and Mrs. Emmery Fahne0e will be continuing studies at the 0 University of Toronto, majoring in German. Larry Snider, chairman of the Exeter Industrial Development Corporation reported at the Huron MP R. E. "Bob" McKinley is a member of the House of Commons Agricultural Committee that is spending 12 days visiting farms in the Atlantic provinces, Quebec and Ontario. The group will be at several farms in Huron and Perth on June 14. They are expected to arrive at the Beef Feed Lot of Bill Rowcliffe, •near Hensall at about 9:30 a.m. Grand Bend approves Hwy. 21 cement walks • annual meeting, Wednesday, that the group has "one hot prospect" who may establish an industry in Exeter. "We hope something will come of it,' he said, explaining that the group could not divulge any information about the interested industrial party, The chairman also reported attempts were being made to get a licenced hotel or motel into the community, but no success had been registered as yet. At the annual meeting, the present directors were re-elected. They are Larry Snider, Peter Raymond, William Smith, Glenn Fisher, Eldrid Simmons, Fred Darling and Richard Jermyn. Council representatives are Mery Cudmore and Tom MacMillan. Residents of Grand Bend residing along Highway 21 will be getting a portion of their sidewalks constructed of cement. Several weeks ago, council in a move to save some costs decided to build asphalt sidewalks along both sides of Highway 21 from the north to the south boundary. The Department of Highways under an agreement of a few TO EUROPE Bryan G. Baynham, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Baynhara, Exeter, received his BA Thursday from the University of Western Ontario. Mr. Baynham was on the Dean's Honor Roll reserved for students who have attained an 80 percent average or better. He leaves Monday to travel through Europe for the summer, In the fall, he plans to study law at the University of Toronto. (photo by Doerr) WATERLOO BIOLOGY GRADUATE Jim Carscadden, son of Mr. and Mrs. Eric Carscadden, Exeter, graduated May 30, from University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Honors Biology,,, He has been awarded a $3,600 National Research Council Scholarship and is presently continuing his studies for a Master of Science in Fisheries Biology at Matomek, Que. and University of Waterloo. •.Many join Lions walk Won't hinder future plans RCMP CAREER David Grainger, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mervyn Grainger, Exeter, graduated from Radio College of Canada, Toronto and has • accepted a position with the R.C.M.P. telecommunications section, Toronto. David is a graduate of Exeter Public School and SHDHS. GRADUATE TECHNICIAN Charles V. Keating, son of Mr, and Mrs. Mel Keating, Exeter, graduated from Fanshawe College, May 30, receiving his Electrical Engineering Technician's degree with honors. He is presently employed with Ontario Water Resources, but plans to continue his studies at Fanshawe College this fall. GETS BA DEGREE Donald L. Finkbeiner, the son of • Mr. arid Mrs. Irvin Finkbeiner, Crediton received his Bachelor Of Arts Degree at last week's Convocation at the University of Western Ontario. He is presently the principal of Stephen Central Public School. (photo by Doerr) CHEMICAL ENGINEER Gary D. Wedlake, son of Mr. and Mrs. Doug Wedlake, Exeter, who graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo , plans to continue his studies in the fall in pursuit of a Master of Applied Science degree. He is presently touring Europe. About 150 persons attended the meeting, and the guest speaker was J. C. "Ross" Waddell of the Ontario Development Corporation. He explained the role of the ODC, noting that members were from senior management positions in commerce and industry and were available to assist small companies in a consultative capacity. ODC also administers the Ontario government's Equalized Industrial Opportunity program, a program which provides grants for industries locating in slow-growth areas or industries in slow-growth areas wishing to expand. "We're ready to assist businesses progressive enough to ask for our assistance," he said, noting that many businessmen were "really independent" and were reluctant to ask for the assistance available to them through ODC. He explained that large industries have professionals who assist them and the consultants at ODC were available primarily for smaller businesses. Waddell reported that half the industries in Ontario employ less than 15 people and failures in most cases were due not to monetary problems, but rather the fact that management techniques needed updating, "Every business can profit from a consultative service," he advised, adding that every business should have an annual "checkup". The speaker reported that the government's EIO program terminated this month and a new program would be announced. He said some of the present communities presently on the list of slow-growth areas would possibly be dropped and others would be added. While Exeter is now an approved area, he said council would have to reapply. He said the EIO program was a "sales tool" communities such as this could use to attract new industries. Board of Trade president Fred Dobbs asked if a motel or hotel could be eligible for grants and Waddell replied they "have a low priority" unless a great need for such a facility is indicated. The response to the request for walkers and sponsors for the Exeter Lions Club Walkathon scheduled for Saturday has been terrific to date, Young and old alike are joining the walk in good numbers and if the feet and,legs hold out, funds should be available for the Lions to proceed with their beautification of the north-east portion of Riverview Park. The walkers are scheduled to leave the Town Hall Saturday afternoon at one o'clock to start the 12-mile trek to Huron Park and back to Lions Park, The Exeter Legion Pipe Band will be at the starting point to get the walkers off on the right foot along with other dignitaries. Recognition will be given to the first person completing the walk along with the youngest and oldest entrants and the walker with the most unusual costume. • Each contestant will be offered a Pepsi at the halfway mark of the jaunt and will be treated to hot dogs and soft drinks at the conclusion of the walk, Several teachers at South Huron District High School have challenged each other • to the capabilities of their walking prowess. Anyone wishing to walk or Sponsor a contestant may contact president Murray Moore or Bob Dinney, Mrs. Murray Moore has already received pledges that will bring $10 for each mile she walks. TO MONTREAL Sandra Snider B.A. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Larry Snider, Exeter, received the degree of Doctor of Medicine, "cum laude' Saturday from the University of Western Ontario. During her undergraduate years, she was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha honour society, and Gamma Phi Beta Sorority. She will intern at Royal Victoria Hospital, Montreal. POST GRADUATE STUDIES Mrs. Kathleen Ann McClelland (nee Hodgson), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reginald B. Hodgson, formerly of Centralia, graduated from the University of Waterloo with an Honors Bachelor of Arts degree in English. She has been accepted by the University of Waterloo for post graduate studies. years ago were prepared to do the sidewalks in cement only where they were taken out or disturbed by road construction. A petition signed by 98 percent of property owners along the highway was presented to council Monday night bitterly opposing the change to asphalt walks. The petition said "the change in our projected paving from cement to asphalt to help pay for Main Street cement sidewalks adds insult to injury. The request presented by Earl Deters and Bill Sturdevant asked council to take a second look at their decision and get on with sidewalk paving on the highway as originally planned or still from boundary to boundary. After considerable discussion, council repealed their decision to have asphalt sidewalks constructed in this area and will be asking DHO to do in concrete what they originally agreed to do. In addition, a survey will be taken to survey the cost of constructing cement walks from one boundary to the other. Council will be asking DHO to take into consideration the fact the highway in this area is of four lanes and without sidewalks creates a danger for women and children walking along the roadside. A tender' received from Russell Page for the purchase of a surplus water pump and tank at the main bath house in the amount of $125 was accepted. A request from Southcott Parklands Limited to have the village start immediate proceedings to close a certain purported road allowance on the west side of the Old River bed between Lake Road and River Road was shelved until the next meeting of council. Earlier, village officials had agreed to the proceedings providing the subdivision would bear the cost of legal fees and advertising. The limited company has signified they will pay all costs of administration. • Damages over $3,000 in eight area crashes 0 4i WATERLOO GRAD John A, Geiger, son of Mr. and Mrs, Newell R. Geiger of Zurich, received his Bachelor of Mathematics degree at the University of Waterloo, May 30. Presently employed at Clapp Building Centre, London, he • plans to attend Althouse College of Education this fall. MEDICAL SECRETARY Darlene Snell, daughter of Mr. arid Mrs. Charles E. Snell, 80 Victoria St., Exeter, graduated recently from Fanshawe College, London. She has accepted a position with Dr, A, R. Rowe, ear, nose and throat specialist, Cambria ' Medical Building, Stratford. Darlene is a former graduate of South Huron District High School, The vehicle proceeding South left the road at a curve on the east side and skidded into an embankment of a creek. Hart's vehicle, valued at $1,500 was completely wrecked. Constable D. A. Mason investigated and Clinton Coroner Dr. H. W. Flowers attended at the scene. There will be no inquest. Two other accidents also occurred Friday evening, both in Hay Township. Constable F. L. Giffin estimated damage of $400 to a car operated by Michael Foster, Exeter when it left the road and struck a post on Concession 2-3 of Hay at 10:46 p.m. Two hours earlier, vehicles driven by John Minderlein, RR 3 Zurich and Arnold J. Merrier of the same address collided on Hay sideroad 15 near Concession Constable Giffin listed damages at .$400. In the early hours of Sunday morning, a parked car owned by Beverly Beaton, ilensall was struck by a hit-run vehicle on Piease turn to Page 3 Officers of the Exeter detachment ,of the Ontario Provincial Police investigated a total of eight accidents over the past week with damages amounting to over $3,000. The first accident occurred on Wednesday when a truck operated by Lorne L. MacGregor, RR 4 Parkhill, collided with a car driven by Michael Foster, Exeter at the intersection of Highway 4 and Huron County Road 6. Investigating officer Constable E. C. Wilcox estimated damages at 360. A mishap on Wellington Street in Ilensall, Friday afternoon caused another $60 damages when vehicles operated by Muriel Id. Snider, RR 2 Zurich and Mary B. Meths,. Kipper collided. Constable Wilcox 11180 investigated. The most serious of the, local accidents took place on Highway 21, about four miles north of GrandBend, Friday evening when Gordon Roy George, Hart, RR 2 Wyoming was fatally injured when his CAI* went out of control. PSYCHOLOGY GRAD Glenn David Shipman, son of Mr. • and Mrs. Garnet Shipman, Exeter graduated from University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. At present Mr. Shipman is employed on the staff of the Mental Clinic hi TOrotito. TO TEACH Theresa Hartman, daughter of Mr. arid Mrs. Victor Hartman, RR 1 Hay P.0„ is a recent graduate of London Teachers' College. She has accepted a position with Lambton County Separate School Board, Miss Hartman is a 8.11.17.11.S. graduate. OWO GRAD Cynthia Gail, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Armstrong, Hyde Park, graduated May 28 during Convocation at the University of Western Ontario, With an Honors Arts degree iii Frotich and Spanish. She plans to attend Althouse College of Education hi the fall, Exeter council was advised this week the gas transmission line planned by Union Gas from Exeter to Hensall will not hinder future development of the lands west of the CNR tracks. Council and the local planning board had been concerned because of the opinion that a railway spur line or a road could not be built over such a gas line. Members of both groups felt this would halt any future development of lands west of the tracks. However,' a spokesman for Union Gas told council that a spur line could be built over the line if it was enclosed in a cement casing and he also indicated there would be no problem extending any town streets if the line was installed at a depth sufficient to allow for this type of development. The cost involved in encasing the line would have to be shared by the- railway , and/or the industry needing the spur line, or the gas firm may pay part of the cost if the industry was a gas consumer. - Council decided to get this information in writing and will ask Union Gas to signify that there would be no cost to the town involved in development west of the gas line. The company official said in reply to a question from Mayor Jack Delbridge that gas would be available for local consumers by September 1, It was indicated that soMe local residents were upset when they saw Main St. being torn up last week to allow for the distribution lines to cross at Huron. The portion dug up still requires another coat of asphalt paving and will in no way mar the appearance of the main thoroughfare. UNIT HERE The mobile unit of Union Gas is presently parked near the Exeter library affording local residents an opportunity to discuss the use of gas with company representatives. Clerk Eric Carscadden said he was a bit surprised that the men operating the unit had wanted to be near an electrical outlet. "ls your unit electrically heated?" Mayor Jack Delbridge questioned. The reply was that the company used propane gas for heating but, the electricity was required for the mobile unit's generator. i. WATERLOO GRAD Gary Lloyd Ford graduated from the University of Waterloo, May 30 with a Bachelor of Arts degree, He has accepted a position with Canada Trust, London. Gary is a graduate of SHDHS. • •