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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1970-06-11, Page 16Page Times-Advocate, June 11, 1970 Lucan and district news cPrICPSPOIldOnt Mrs, Frances Saward OLD SWEAT IN ACTION — Veterans of the First World War were honored by the Lucan Legion, Saturday. Above, veteran Bert Farmer waves his shillelagh while reminiscing with Bill Smith and Keith Dickson, Photo by Daley FANS ARE HONORED — The most loyal fans of the Lucan-Ilderton Jets were honored at Saturday night's banquet sponsored by the Village of Lucan and London Township. Playing coach Jack Nairn is shown above presenting a trophy to Mr, and Mrs. Ernie Dobbinson, Looking on are Lucan Reeve Ivan Hearn and London Township Reeve G raydon McRoberts. T-A photo STUDENT COUNCIL NAMED -- Students at Biddulph Central school held an election last week to name the student council to govern school activities for next year, They are shown above. Back, left, treasurer Martin Wraith and secretary Sherry Riddell. Front, presidents Bruce Cornish and Brenda l-laskett. T-A photo DALEY'S WEEKLY COMMENTS Ready for horseshoes Representative For Exeter, Hensall, Zurich, Huron Park, Crediton, Dashwood, Centralia R. Norm Tait Representative Of THE LONDON LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY Hensall Phone 262-2406 Should we make it a park or a parking lot? In Ontario, we still have a choice. Unplanned expansion in our prov- ince could lead to an unpleasant way of life. Our large cities could become plagued with runaway pol- lution or parking lots instead of parks for our children to play in. And Ontario's less developed areas could develop in all the wrong ways. For Ontario, that kind of future simply isn't good enough. That's why we're already involved in programs of regional government and con- servation. Conservation During 1969, the province invested more than $7 million in 38 Conserva- tion Authorities to help make sure your children can tell a tree from a telephone pole. As further life in- surance, Authorities have acquired and protected almost 82,000 acres of forest and helped plant more than a million young trees. Regional Government A new system of regional government is being studied and implemented in many parts of Ontario. Under this new system, regions combining urban and rural areas can be co-ordinated to encourage more equitable growth and development throughout the prov- ince. With these larger pools of talent and money working on our future, we have a better than ever chance to guarantee the best possible environment for all our people. Regional Government and plan- ning can help us build a better fitture. But to do that, tee need a strong economy to support our good inten- tions. One way to help; when price and quality conipare, shop Canadian. Pioneer Village, near Toronto, is one of more than 150 conservation areas in Ontario. To date, provincial and municipal spending on conservation has totalled almost $150 million. The result: more than 35,000 acres of un- spoiled land safeguarded for our children. The efficiencies of the new regional school boards will mean the best possible education for your child no matter what size your community is. These are benefits of regional pro- grams already in evidence. An efficient, affordable and inte- grated transportation system is just one of the factors to be considered in long range regional planning. Other factors being studied to give every- one a fair share in Ontario's future range from taxes to sewage systems. Canada's life style of tomorrow presents many challenges. But it's Ontario's style to meet these challenges today. 0 Government of Ontario Doartment ()Made and Development District farmer passes away Otto Harold Daley of Lot 12 Conc. 14 London Twp. died June 3, 1970 in St. Joseph's Hospital, aged 70. He is survived by his wife, Grace Lillian Heaman, sons, Leonard Harold, of Mt. Clemens, Mich., Laverne Willis of Brinsley, and daughters, Mrs. Marwood (Marjorie) Prest of Exeter and Mrs. S. (Glenna Inez) Saxby of Baden-Baden, Germany. He is also survived by a brother Levy of London, a sister, Mrs. Lloyd De mary of Parkhill, 17 grandchildren and nine great-grandehil (ken. Mr. Daley was born in McGillivray and farmed many years in London Ti wnship. The C. Haski', t and Son Funeral Home -emducted the funeral which was officiated by Rev. Malcolm A. Fife, of Birr United Church, June 6. Interment in the Parkhill Cemetery. The pallbearers were Austin Hobbs, Elmer Summers, William McComb, Carman Hodgins, Ernie Dobbinson, and Austin Bunn. Flowerbearers were John Dixon, Leonard Daley, Jr., Wayne Prest, Thomas Daley, Henry Finkbeiner, Tom Dobbinson and Fred Heaman. RECEIVES BA Mrs. Steve Drake (Audrey), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Snelgrove obtained her B.A. at Waterloo University, May 28. Her parents were unable to be present but visited her last weekend. She will be making her home at Lachine, Quebec. Annual horse show attracts large crowd Parents night at Explorers Lucan-Clandeboye Explorers held a parents' night and Gold-Star Graduation, Monday at Lucan United Church. A typical program was presented by 38 girls. Chief Explorer, Debbie Lynn, welcomed the guests, and with other Gold-Star girls, Karen Coughlin, Patti Fisher, Donna Leitch and Lynn Emery provided musical items. Graduation certificatJs and Explorer pins were presented by Chief Counsellor, Mrs. William Froats, The C.G.I.T. Supt. Mrs. R. B, Worthington explained the C.G.I.T. purpose and welcomed the graduates into that organization. A film was shown, Our World of Happy Differences and Mrs. Frances Saward, representing U.C.W. and C. E. Committee presented six girls with framed Explorer pictures for having perfect attendance at church and church school, The Explorer Mission Project is to help support Rev. and Mrs. Donald Raffin in Brazil. Gold Star Explorers were asked to earn their star by making a scrapbook of their summer activities and memories, There are many categories including prayers, table graces, Expo motto, pets, hobbies, Expo 70, Japan, Canada, any province, or a collection of place-mats or serviettes. Anyone can assist the girls by collecting for them. Scrapbooks will be handed in by October 19. Plans finalized for sports day Lucan and District Lions Club held the regular meeting, June 8, at the Shillelagh with 70% attendance. Final plans were made for the second annual sports day, June 20, at the Lions Park. Chairman for this event is Lion Len Knight. There will be free buses from Granton and Clandeboye for the children in these districts and all children will be given hot dogs and pop free at the park. Lion Gary McFalls gave a report on the district convention at Windsor when Lion Joe Kovacs was elected District Governor for Zone A. The installation of officers for next year will be held at the home of Lion Jim Young, June 26, This will be ladies' night and a barbecue is planned, School news This week Larry Godfree, attendance counsellor of Middlesex Board of Education will speak on the misuse of drugs to Grade VIII students and will show a film. Grade IV will be taken to London to visit some of the interesting old houses as an extension of their social studies. They will also visit the Public Library. The Grade VIII Graduation Party will be held June 18 and June 19 the students will attend Medway for an orientation course. from all reports there will be a good entry. If you don't play, come on over and watch the experts show you how it's done. Hope our good friend 'Advocate' Ross will find time to load his trusty camera and travel to Lucan to be where the action is. That's this Sunday June 14 — don't forget there will be fun and good eating for all. Branch 540 will have the pleasure of playing host to the Provincial Champion Lucan Ilderton Jets and their ladies in the Sea, Land and Air Lounge on Friday, June 19. We are all looking forward to honoring our local athletes. Right in the middle of compiling your Legion Column on Sunday, I received a surprise telephone call from Comrade Pat Grudge inviting my wife Hilda and me for a cruise on the Motor Vessel Rhea and, being an old Salt I immediately accepted. My, what a familiar feeling it was to pace the rolling deck once again, it sure took me back a few years. I must say the 23 volunteers who devote their time and knowledge to assist the Sea Cadet Movement have my complete admiration. The Motor Vessel Rhea, is a Second War U.S. Navy Minesweeper and is maintained by voluntary contributions and manned by experienced and well qualified volunteer personnel. The Skipper takes the Rhea from her berth and out to sea, at which time the young seamen (sea cadets) take over the operation of the ship (under supervision) and I must admit to my surprise they do an excellent job and run a pusser ship. It was a delight to observe these youngsters carrying out their various duties cheerfully and in a seamanlike manner. Again, I say, congratulations to the devoted Volunteers of the Good Ship Rhea (many of them our Comrades) you are doing a tremendous job with our youth and I trust your sailing from here on will be on a smooth sea. And that's 30 for this week — Remember, alimony is a system by which, when two people make a mistake, one of them continues to pay for it. Strike continues at Lucan hotel Employees of the Central Hotel, Lucan, who called a strike June 1, to protest the firing of other employees, have now received their notices as the strike has been called illegal. The managers, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Miller, are running the h otel themselves until a settlement can be reached. More Lucan News on Page 18 Tax rate up in Biddulph Most ratepayers in the township of Biddulph will find their 1970 taxes up anywhere from 6 to 8.2 mills this year. The total farm and residential mill rate for public school supporters will be 100.6 mills as compared to 93.1 mills in 1969, For commercial owners supporting the public school system the rate will be 110.4 mills. Last year it was 102.2 mills. The farm and residential separate school rate is 95.5 mills, up six mills from last year while the separate commercial rate will be 104.7 mills, up seven mills from a year ago. The engineer's report on the Dark Municipal Drain and the addition to the Elginfield drain were read and adopted. The following building permits were issued: Charles Mugford, Lot 19, Con. 5, to build a barn; Larry Lewis, Clandeboye, to build a barn; George Westman, Lot 26, Con. 12, a house; Ted Kolator, Lot 23, Con. 5, a garage; Denis St. Denis, Lot 16, S. Boundary, a house and Philip Lewis, Clandeboye, a house. Former merchant dies in St. Marys William Gordon Dann, Granton, died Saturday June 6, in St. Marys Memorial Hospital at the age of 63. He is survived by his wife, Catherine Elsie Ironside, and son George William Dann, RR 2 Granton; a brother, Milton Dann of Strathroy and two sisters Mrs. (Mabel) Guest, Bryanston, and Mrs. Vera Hayes, London. Mr. Dann farmed in London Twp. for some years until he bought the grocery store in Granton, which he later sold to Lloyd Mardlin. The C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, conducted the funeral service June 8 and Rev. Susan Seymour and Rev. John Vardy were the officiating ministers. Interment in the Granton Cemetery. The pallbearers were Frank Beaucauge, Jack Lambourn, Emerson Wallis, Durwin Beatson, Carmen Dann, and John Bryan. Flowerbearers were Frank Squire, Harold Hodgson, Graydon McRoberts and Clare Bryan. Entertain moms at CGIT banquet The mother and daughter banquet of the Lucan and Clandeboye C.G.I.T. was held June 5 at Lucan United Church. Brenda Herbert, as president of the CGIT welcomed all present and introduced those at the head table, Representatives from all church organizations in the district had been invited but, unfortunately not all were able to attend. Holy Trinity Anglican Church, and Clandeboye and Lucan United Churches were well represented. The only graduate, Jane Hodgson, was presented with a pin by Mrs. It. B. Worthington. Miss Hughes, director of the Teen Girls' Home in London gave an interesting talk, Ed Melanson accompanied the girls on his guitar for a singsong, with guests joining in. The banquet was convened by Mrs. A, E., Reilly. By SID DALEY Comrades Bill Smith and Jack Bison have returned from the Dominion Convention in Ottawa and report, as I predicted, that it was a thrilling Legion experience, meeting old and making new friends from across Canada and the U.S.A., the lively discussions and the Comradeship which followed a hard day on the convention floor, made the whole thing worthwhile. In fact, the Comrades are already talking about the 1972 Dominion Convention to be held in Regina, Sask. Upon their return Comrades Smith and Elson had a couple of presentations to make — from Comrade Kit Scott, a Newfoundland delegate Comrade Elson presented our `Newfie' Steward Carl Stuckless with a bottle of their national beverage 'Newfie Screech', (how well I remember it) and from Comrade McNeil, President of the Glace Bay Branch on Cape Breton Island Comrade Smith presented Comrade Harry Bond with a Nova Scotia Highland Tartan and pin. A note of interest the following is the breakdown of attendance at the Convention: Alberta, accredited 59, proxy 224—Manitoba and N/W Ontario accredited 96, proxy 179 — New About 93 horses competed in both Western and English events, Saturday, at the Arena grounds, when the Lucan Horseman's Club held their Fourth Annual horse show which attracted a large crowd, Winners of the English classes were as follows English Equitation — Open — Jeff Blackall riding Mr. Sparky; Handy Hunter . — Open — Jay Campbell on Running Bear; Working Hunter Hack —Junior — Jennifer Blackall on Martini. Working Hunter Hack —Senior — Carol Minhinnick on Eve, Working Hunter — Junior — Jeff Blackall on Mr. Sparky; Working Hunter —.Senior •••• Carol Minhinnick on Lady; Open Jumper — Junior — Cynthia Biddell on Master Crunch; Open Jumper — Senior — Carol Minhinnick on Lady; Green Working Hunter — Open — Carol Minhinnick on Eve. Winners of the Western events were: Western Trail Vince, Amlin on Neil's Cody; Cloverleaf Barrel Race — Bay Lang .on Thunder; Western Ileasure.— Tom Baker on Kay Chomp; Key Hole Race — Barry Mousseau on Rebel Joe; Junior Equitation — Nancy Swartz on Mary Vandy. Senior Flag Race — Jim Rundle on Mr. Snippy; Junior Flag Race — Martin Hesselmans on Lightning Girl; Western Riding Class — Paula Williams on Lady Badger; Musical Chairs — Junior — Andy Spruyt on Snowy; Western Reining — Gordon Wadds on Poco Delaware; Stake Race — Barry Mousseau on Rebel Joe; Rescue Race — Barry Mousseau on Rebel Joe. CUBS The Cubs meet Mondays at 6:45 p.m. The last Cub meeting will be June 22. 4, 3- 4 Brunswick accredited 60, proxy 131 — Newfoundland and Labrador accredited 33, proxy 34 — Nova Scotia accredited 87, proxy 79 — Ontario 635, proxy 378 — Pacific 147, proxy 354 — P.E.I. accredited 147, proxy 354 — Quebec accredited 25, proxy 15 — Saskatchewan accredited 109, proxy 70 — U.S.A. Commands accredited 89, proxy 184 — Dominion Council accredited, proxy 0 — Total accredited 1379 proxy 1667. `Old Sweats' day at Branch 540 saw a fine representation of `Old Sweats' as well as younger `Sweats', 'Salts' and ?, now what was it we called airmen? In any event we had a fine day swapping stories, experiences and generally having a good time reminiscing of that other day 25.50 years ago. All in all it was a good day and well worth repeating — what say Comrades? Trust you ladies and gents have been getting your arms into condition for the big event on Sunday, June 14 — Yes sir, that's this Sunday and the event is the Open Horse Shoe Pitching Contest. Sports Officer Gord Elson says there will be real championship play — 30 to 40 pitches are being constructed and V 1/4 0„