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Complete service lot B in the elegant DavOS pattern, Subtle antique shading on handles of each pc, Gift boxed. 502 07.6s SHOP EARLY AT Fisher's MAIN ST, Hardware EXETER OLD AND NEW — While an election is being held for council seats in Stephen Township, the Reeve and Deputy-Reeve were named by acclamation, Above, Reeve Joseph Dietrich, right, is being congratulated by retiring Reeve James Hayter while Deputy-Reeve Cecil Desjardine looks on at the left. T-A photo Four men will contest for Stephen township council Exeter .meeting had new twist Ratepayers receive criticism Times-Advocate, December 3, 1970 Page Usborne township will have a new representative at. Huron County Council in Godericli when the 1971 session opens in January. Lloyd Ferguson, a member of council for seven years was the only person to qualify for the Reeve's position at Monday's nomination meeting, to replace the retiring Reeve and current Warden of Huron, Roy Westcott. At the same time, a four-man council was also named by acclamation. Sitting members Walter McBride and Bill Morley will be joined by newcomers Jack Stewart and Gordon Johns. The fourth member of the current council, Lloyd Smith, who was also nominated failed to let his name stand. Stewart was a member of the Usborne Central School board for several years while Johns is new to the political field. While nominated for Reeve again, Westcott announced his retirement from the municipal field after nine years of service. A third man, Ken Duncan, who was a member of council several years ago was also nominated for Reeve but he told the large gathering of ratepayers, "Unless I have a real change of mind in the next 24 hours, I won't be qualifying." He was good to his word and didn't. In his final official speech to Usborne ratepayers, retiring Warden Westcott paid tribute to his council for doing, "an excellent job of looking after township business, while I was busy for the County. I didn't miss many meetings but council made some, adjustments to suit my busy schedule." In his role as Warden, Westcott attended more than 300 meetings, travelled in excess of 35,000 miles and didn't miss any assignments. The warden told of the new county library system whereby books will be ordered by local libraries ahead of time and delivered by a new county truck. This change will allow complete service to the south end of the county in one day, thus cutting costs considerably. A home care program is also being introduced allowing patients to leave hospitals a little sooner than usual. In his address, newly acclaimed Reeve Lloyd Ferguson said he has been on council for seven years, but he clearly remembers something from his first meeting of council in 1964. Rev. Hugh Wilson who spoke to council at that inaugural meeting said councils were elected to spend money, but to spend it 'Wisely instead of the usual concept of saving money. Ferguson said he felt Usborne officials had spent their money wisely over the past seven years. t Accidents Continued from front page drivers of two cars involved.in an accident on Highway 21 at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Lennartz bit his tongue in the crash and required seven stitches at South Huron Hospital to close the wound while Mrs. Thurman Was examined for hip and neck injuries. Constable W. G. Glassford investigated and reported both vehicles were southbound on Highway 21, with Mrs. Thurman in the lead. The collision occurred as she proceeded to turn into a variety store south of the Highway 83 intersection. Damage was listed at $1,950. On Saturday, an accident was reported at Oakwood Park when a car driven by James Nunn, 22, Troy, Michigan, went off the roadway and struck a tree. Damage was $500. The other crash was investigated on Wednesday, although the crash actually occurred during the snowstorm on November 23, A car driven by Patrick Joseph McKeever, RR 3 Dashwood, went into the ditch on County Road 5 and struck some stones. Damage didn't appear to be very great, but when McKeever took the vehicle to be repaired, it was found the frame had been twisted and damage was estimated at $1.000. MacNaughtons — Continued from front page the headtable with Premier Robarts and said he hoped it was not true that he was considering stepping down as Premier. "This province needs him," he stated, adding that he realized the pressures a man faces to enjoy his own life in his own way. Sinclair went on to outline some of his experiences as a radio and TV personality. Tribute was also paid to Charlie and Addie by R. E. McKinley, Huron MP, who noted the tremendous co-operation and assistance he had received from the MacNaughtons during his life in politics. Fred Darling was master of ceremonies for the evening and read telegrams received from the .01 Hon. Robert Stanfield, the Hon. Robert Nixon, the Hon. William Stewart and Oxford MP Wally Nesbitt. All offered their congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. MacNaughton and expressed regret at not being able to " attend. No news There had been some speculation that Premier Robarts may make a comment about his leadership term at the event, but as had been indicated by the organization committee, it was strictly a night for fun to honor a great couple. About 15 provincial cabinet ministers were present as well as several other party stalwarts from across the province. Most of the dignitaries left at the conclusion of the banquet although Mr. and Mrs. MacNaughton stayed on to enjoy an evening of dancing. The village of Hensall will • hold an election December 7 to select a reeve and four councillors. Public Utilities Corn mission representatives Rodger Venner and Charles Hay, retained their posts by acclamation. The retirement • of Reeve Oliver Jaques brought forward • two candidates for reeve; John Baker, a member of council for 12 years, and Mrs. Minnie Noakes, a former reeve of the village. The best attended nomination meeting in this area was at Crediton, Monday afternoon, when about 80 Stephen township ratepayers were present to see Joseph Dietrich and Cecil Desjardine acclaimed reeve and deputy reeve respectively for the next term of office. Taxpayers will choose three councillors from four men who were nominated at the meeting, and later qualified, at an election, December 7. They are current members, Stephen Dundas, Gerald Dearing and new corners David McClure and Kenneth Campbell. James Hayter, who is stepping down from reeve and who has served Stephen township for 12 years as councillor, deputy reeve, reeve and warden of the County, said he was very proud to have been able to work for the people of Stephen township. He commented on the phase out of Clinton airbase for 1971, and stated the county co-ordinator, Spence Cumming, is doing a good job to reactivate the base. He said he was hopeful of assistance from the federal government in this area. Reeve Hayter also announced that a company had picked up the lease for Grand Bend airport and that industry would be moving in there shortly. Ile said he was also hopeful for an industry for Dashwood. "One of the responsibilities of the reeve and council is to follow up any leads that might come from industry," he said. "I'm persuaded that good leadership goes a long way in getting industry into a community. You've got to get on your horse and look after their needs." Joseph Dietrich, accepted the nomination for reeve and gave a report on Huronview, the County Home for the elderly, of which he was a member of the committee. He quoted the day rate at the home as $7.76 but indicated it might increase Those running for the four man council are incumbents, Leonard Erb, Paul Neilands, Harold Knight, and two new- comers, Murray Baker and John Sangster. In summing up the highlights for the past year Mr. Jaques briefly discussed the trend toward regional government. He said council had attempted to gather and draft its own ideas for regional planning and had hired consultants, G. R. Kleinfeldt and Associates to shortly. He said the average age of the residents was 79 and that as of October 1, 1970, there were 255 persons registered at Huronview. The maximum accommodation is 310 people. He suggested families try day care for a week or two for the elderly in their family to let them see what it is like at Huronview before they decide to move in on a full-time basis. Mr. Dietrich also gave the county road' report stating one and three quarter million dollars had been spent on the County Road system in 1970. Cecil Desjardine, the acclaimed deputy reeve for the next term, spoke about the township roads and the need to improve some of them. He also reported on the fire protection agreement in which Grand Bend contribues 40%, and Stephen and Bosanquet townships each pay 30%. He said this type of cost sharing reduces the financial burden and still keeps service to private individuals. Gerald Dearing told the audience it had cost $1,735.00 to maintain the two township dumps in 1970. However, with the Waste Management Act coming into effect September 1, to eliminate pollution and health hazards, waste disposal will cost a great deal more in the future. "It could amount to $2.00 per capita." Stephen Dundas reported on the township drains. He said 26 debentures had been issued this year at 4% interest which was a good investment. He said, "We are really getting a break to get money this cheaply." The two new nominees also spoke. Ken Campbell, farmer, said he would do the very best he could for Stephen township if elected. David McClure, teacher at SHDHS, said he was concerned about regional government. "If we don't take more interest, show more involvement in local governments our authority will draw up a plan. He said it appeared there could be little expansion in Hensall until a sewage system was installed. The reeve thanked the council for their co-operation during his term of office, said he enjoyed the work and being the village's representative at County council. Councillor John Baker told the audience he was letting his name stand for reeveship, and that one of the problems facing next year's council would be the dump. He said studies are being made with other municipalities regarding combined dumps and if Hensall could not meet the requirements of the Department of Health they would have to join with other communities in disposing of garbage. Leonard Erb and Paul Neilands spoke about their work as heads of the streets committee and parks board, respectively, and each stated they would run for council for the coming two year term. Harold Knight outlined three ways in which a sewage disposal system could be financed and said in his opinion, "a sewage system is a high priority for Pensall." Mrs. Minnie Noakes, in accepting the nomination for reeve told the audience, "Those of you, Who know me, know I never back down from my convictions and as long as there are 100 people who will support me I am willing to run for office." New nominees, John Sangster and Murray Baker both spoke briefly, Charles Hay gave an extensive report of I'UC activities for the past year and said one well for the village was no longer sufficient. Instead of starting numerous test holes it had been decided to try for a new well and he expected the drilling to start this week. Nominal mi meetings are often a time to air complaints, and Exeter's was no exception. However, the complaints had a new twist. They didn't come from ratepayers aimed at council members, but rather from council members aimed at ratepayers. "I'm very disappointed in the people of Exeter for not coming out tonight," stated Mayor Jack Delbridge as he looked around the room and saw about six people other than those nominated or present for official reasons. Reeve Derry Boyle, noting the sizeable drainage program being faced by the community, indicated he wished larger numbers had turned out so council would know whether the ratepayers wanted the work undertaken or not. "If the men are disappointed, "I'm doubly disappointed," commented Councillor Helen Jermyn who had hoped to see some women in the audience to support her. SHDHS Principal Joe Wooden said Exeter ratepayers should be ashamed of themselves, adding it was a poor comparison to the 75 who attended a nomination meeting in Zurich earlier in the week. Two new faces During his remarks, Councillor Ross Dobson said it was more difficult to get off council than to get on, and while he managed to get off council, his words held true for Mery Cudmore. Cudmore, who was deputy-reeve on the 69-70 council had announced his plans to retire, but qualified for a council position after saying he would not cause an election or another nomination. No one else wanted the council vacancy, with nominees Joe Wooden and Bill Batten failing to qualify. Practically everyone eligible for nomination at the meeting had his name put on the board as it appeared there would have to be a second nomination to fill the positions. Former Mayor Eldrid Simmons was nominated for that position and left as soon as his name went up on the board. He said he had no intention of standing. Reeve Boyle was returned to In 1964 the township mill rate was 12 mills and the total rate 51.4 mills. This year the overall mill rate was 80 with the township portion only 17.4 mills. While declining another term on council, Lloyd Smith gave a report on activities of the Kirkton Community Centre and the Kirkton Community Association. He said installation ROY WESTCOTT . steps aside of floodlights at the Kirkton ball diamond only cost Usborne township 32 cents per capita. Councillor Walter McBride township representative on the area garbage disposal committee reported on an inspection of the Usborne dump by provincial officials. McBride said he didn't think the dump would be closed but he expected some changes would be made. Exeter's mayor Jack Delbridge who was in attendance at the meeting told of seeing an open pit garbage incinerator in operation in the Niagara area recently. The only problem was the incinerator cost $180,000. Talking of pollution, Delbridge suggested that a four engine jet plane in take-off would probably produce more pollution than the burning of garbage in Exeter, Stephen and Usborne put together. In his annual report, road superintendent Bill Routly told his position, while Don MacGregor moved from council to fill Cudmore's deputy-reeve spot. Councillors Ross Taylor, Tom. MacMillan, Helen Jermyn and Mery Cudmore will be joined for the next two-year term by two SHDHS teachers, Ken Ottewell and Bruce Shaw. R. E. Pooley and Murray Greene were returned to their positions on the Public Utilities Commission. There were a few issues raised at the meeting, council members realizing they were doing little but talking to their fellow members or appointed officials. Referring back to the poor attendance, Mayor Delbridge said municipal politics was the most important level of government because it is closest to the people. "When this level disappears, then the people will have something to complain about," he predicted. Reeve Boyle, noting that warden candidate Elmer Hayter, Stanley Towriship, was in the audience told him that they would probably have words in the next session over the matter of welfare. Boyle said he favors a county system because part-time people are just not trained and haven't the time to solve the problems which professional people can. Cudmore mentioned that county planning should help attract industries because industrial leaders look for organized development when they choose sites. Councillor Ross Taylor noted the press had suggested council members should think about the future in their talks at nomination meetings, then went on to outline the official name of the town, read a portion of the oath councillors take and explained about placing the seal on all bylaws. He also complained about larger centres being greedy in wanting all the industrial development. Don MacGregor outlined the pending sewer work and Ross Dobson explained that the dump would soon be closing and reported he had never received a call in the past two years over garbage pickup. Tom MacMillan explained he had not been a chairman of any of the purchase of a new tractor and mower this past year. Routly noted that the township received $1,700 credit for trade-in on the old tractor that was purchased in 1948 for $1,600. The road boss said the township was facing two immediate large expenditures in the road department. Construction of the Etherington bridge and purchase of a new grader were listed for 1971. Garnet Hicks, one of the area representatives on the Huron County Board of Education gave a report on school business. Hicks noted that the school transportation system in Usborne township was admired by the rest of the county. The same buses in Usborne carry children to as many as four schools on the same trip. They service Usborne Central, South Huron District High school, Precious Blood separate school and the Dutch Reform school in Clinton. Jack Stewart in accepting the position of councillor said "It's everybody's duty to serve their municipality and I'll try to be the watch dog over the new Reeve in spending our money wisely." ya: '14 lin tat %F. LATE‘ rt1 `1 5 A HOME HARDWARE, HAROLD GUNN NEXT TO THE POST OFFICE EXETER, ONT. ;OAs.ca,571i:sPA:do.Witsgesa5tiialo, committee during the past year, so bad been put on every committee as a member-, Chairman of the sidewalk committee, Mrs. Jermyn, reported that her $2,000 budget for sidewalks was like trying to do your Christmas shopping with a dollar bill. While she agreed there were many problems with sidewalks, council faced more pressing projects. Not new Referring to Exeter's drainage problems, former councillor Joe Wooden explained this was nothing new for the community. Wooden, who has been researching the history of the town for a centennial publication, said drain problems were evident as early as 1873, the date of incorporation. He urged council to prepare for a centennial celebration, predicting it would generate community interest and spirit. Newcomer Ken Ottewell said he has been interested in council business for some time, while Bruce Shaw indicated he was considering a position on council as a result of a challenge from some of his students. He said he had condemned the apathy of people in the-.affairs of their community in a disenssion with a class at slims and a couple of students asked him why he didn't do something about it by running for council. Although SHDHS principal. Joe Wooden told the nomination meeting he , would. like to stand for ,eouneilagain, county board member -Garnet Dicks urged him :not to. Hicks, who gave a short report at the meeting, said Wooden was one of the top principals in Huron and the board needed him. Pooley and Greene gave very brief reports on, the operation of the PUC and turned over a more complete review of the work to the press. During the past year 11 electrically heated homes were connected, new street lights were erected on Highway 83 east of Highway 4 and units were .also placed on Andrew and Mill Streets, 1818 meters were retested, hydro extension and betterments were completed on portions of Carling, Huron, Marlborough, Main and Victoria Streets. R. D. Jermyn was chairman for the meeting. be taken from us. I like to run my own affairs; we can run our own township affairs without people in Toronto telling us what to do.". Other speakers included the reeve of Stanley township, Elmer Hayter, who is a candidate for Huron county warden; Ed Hendrick, Ausable conservation authority representative; Clarence MacDonald, Huron County board of education; Jack McCann, Separate school board of education. Jack Morrissey chaired the meeting and 'reported for the board of health on which he serves. He said most people are unaware of what a good job the county board of health is doing in taking care of health of children and adults alike. Mr. Morrissey joined many of the other speakers in paying tribute to Jim Hayter for his devoted years of service to the people of Stephen township and for the excellent job he had done in whatever capacity he had acted. During 12 years in office he had missed only five meetings. WE APPROVE — Before the doors wiled at Saturday's bazaar at Huron Park, some of the sponsoring 13rownie members had a chance to look at some of the merchandise. Approving of a toy Santa Claus are Cindy Montgomery, Christine Walsh and Darlene Knee, T-A photo 4 Hensall ratepayers will vote for reeve, council All Usborne posts filled by way of acclamation LOWER PRICES! ALL NEW COLORS n. If .e4 BUY FOR LESS HERE g SUPER ...a QUARTS 2.97 9 82A L KEM-TONE EKNEAMM E L - I. 0 inn Q UARTSUA 3.57 IL AL KEN OTTEWELL BRUCE SHAW . . teachers join Exeter Council 411 14' 1'