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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1972-07-20, Page 17Shepherd-McDonald CONTRACTING * EXCAVATING $12 Per Hour TD9 10-Foot Blade * SHEET METAL EAVESTROUGHING 7.5ct Per Fool FREE ESTIMATES Phone, 8694368 Collect 4 U • • Lucan Lucca" personola By SID DALEY Summer has arrived at last and a welcome sight indeed, it sure has been a ridiculous summer, my furnace cut in the other night, imagine - I thought this only possible while stationed in the North - but in the South? Finally the nice camping weather is here - make the best of it Comrades - to those of you who have already had their vacation, better weather next year - to those who are still looking forward to them - have a happy. Good old Branch 540 is still available in which to spend a cool hour or two in a sociable at- mosphere if ,you are so inclined, Li'l Len, who has just returned from a relaxing holiday, will be happy to look after your needs during the day, while Carl the one and only Smiling Newlie will be there to entertain you during the evening - come on over - bring your lady. Keep mentally alert Comrades - remember, before you know it Branch 540's sports program will get under way and we want no excuses - you know the old story - what do yu expect I'm out of training - there is always someone available for a game of darts - cribbage or shuffle board, the facilities are there for your use comrades. Make use of your branch it's there for your enjoyment, Haven't heard how our ball team is making out, tried to get in touch with Comrade Jack Elson with no avail - will try to let you know our standing next week. Ah ha just heard via the grapevine horse racing is the name of the game in the Sea, Land and Air Lounge - some of the Comrades will remember the fun we had a few years ago with the game - well it's back and better than ever and again for your enjoyment. Bingo-Bingo-Bingo- Thursday night at Branch 540 and would you believe it the Jack Pot hasn't gone yet - they tell me quite a few were waiting with just one number to fill - exciting - you bet - it's just got to go soon maybe you will be the winner - won't know unless you try - that's this Thursday - starting time 8.00 p.m. and that's 30 for this week - remember - Gossip, is like letting the cat out of the bag, a claw at a time. Lightning bolt alerts firemen Lucan Volunter Fire depart- ment was called at the height of a thunderstorm July 11 to the farm of Miss Helena Kelly. A lightning_ bolt had gone through the roof to the next floor leaving quite a gap. Luckily there was no fire to contend with. Mrs. L. Stanlake Sr. and Debbie, London, Mrs. L. Stanlake Jr, Darlene, Barbara, Patti and. Shirley, Komoka, spent Tuesday with Mrs, Katherine Fischer. Mr. & Mrs. T. Emery Jr. and Ricky were weekend guests of Mr, & Mrs. Steve Davies of Toronto, Mrs, Tommy Thompson and son, and Ruth Chisholm spent Wednesday with. Mrs, Katherine Fischer, Mrs. Bert Black and Mrs, Larry Rodin, London, visited Mrs. Katherine Fischer Friday. Mrs. Katherine Fischer spent the weekend with members of her family at Lakeside. Kennon Fischer spent a few days last week with his grand- mother Mrs. Katherine Fischer. Mrs. Marie Park and Mrs. Emma Langford have recently returned from a trip to the British Isles, Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Mcllhargy and Mr. & Mrs. Jack Keogh, London, attended the Calgary Stampede and the Morkin-Craig wedding in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Michael O'Shea and Joseph Morkin attended the Morkin- Craig wedding and also visited the Stampede, Mr. & Mrs. John Murphy, Guelph and Mr. & Mrs. John Armstrong, Toronto were guests at Morkin-Craig wedding and are now visiting the Alberta Morkins. Mrs. Ron Crozier, has returned from a six-week vacation with her daughter, Jane, in Basel, Switzerland. They also toured Austria, France and Germany. They were guests at the Canadian embassy, Bern where the am- bassador held a party on Canada Day, The Canadian ambassador was indisposed, but they met his wife. While in Switzerland, they were guests of her sister, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Mueller. They also saw the Alps by cablecar. Jane has not returned home yet, as she is touring the British Isles. Gayle Christine Snelgrove and John Scott Devall exchanged their wedding yews at Riverside United Church, London June 24, 1972, Candelabra and baskets of mixed flowers decorated the church for the ceremony con- ducted by Rev. Harold Snell. Given in marriage by her father, the bride was dressed in a polyester crepe gown covered with bridal lace, It had a high waist, with gathered skirt, small stand-up cellar and buttons down to the waist. The long plain lace sleeves had wide cuffs and lace trim, and the veil was outlined in flowers cut from the lace, The bridal bouquet was a cascade of white and pink miniature car- na Hong The maid of honor was Judy Thomson, and bridesmaids were Cheryl Devall, Cathy Xing, Donna Monk, and Susan-Lee Douglas. The attendants were dressed alike in multi-colored high- waisted gowns with gathered skirts, low round necklines and short puffy sleeves. They wore floppy hats and chokers from the same Material, and carried long stem mauve carnations with pink and green streamers. Richard Schram was the best man, and the ushers were Michael Thomas, Ron Penney, Jon Marshall and Bruce Snelgrove. After a reception at Lucan Legion Hall, the couple left for an extended tour of Europe, North Africa and Great Britain. The bride is the daughter of Mr, and Mrs, Harold G. Snelgrove, Lucan, and the groom is the son of Mr, and 4Irs, Douglas H. Devall, London, The bride is a graduate Of London Teacher's College, and the groom is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario, They will reside in London, New neighbour at Clandeboye By MRS. SUE EDGINTON Dr. & Mrs. Bruce Lowden have purchased Mr. & Mrs, Albert Wright's home. The couple and baby son Scott moved here from Edmonton. Mark Edginton spent a few days visiting with Mr. & Mrs, Bill Campbell of Thorndale. Mrs, Joan Boggs and Mrs. Peggy Paquette, Toronto, were weekend guests of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Murless. "We hdve an incentive plan where I work too--anyone whd meets his quota gets to keep his joist" Henderson reunion The Henderson Reunion was held in the Lion's Park, Lucan last Sunday with 48 present. Games and sports followed lunch. Dwight Henderson directed the program. By GORDON MORLEY Brinsley United Church ladies held a very successful chicken barbecue Wednesday evening. Morley reunion was held Sunday afternoon at Corbett community centre. Karen Hodgson returned home Wednesday after having a two week vacation at Lindsay. Intended for Last Week The neighbors held a com- munity shower for Mrs. Joe Durand (Edna Morley) Friday evening in the United Church basement. Carol Robinson was chairlady for the evening. Mrs. Don McAlpine conducted several contests, and Judy Robinson played two instrumentals. Edna received many gifts. Lunch followed. When we have nothing to say it's best to say nothing, but few of us can do it. Burning Rectal Itch Relieved In Minutes Exclusive Healing Substance Relieves Pain As It Shrinks Hemorrhoids. If you want satisfactory relief from 'Itching Piles'-here's good news. A renowned research laboratory has found a unique healing substance that promptly relieves the burning itch and pain-actually shrinks hemorrhoids. This substance has been shown to produce a most effec- tive rate of healing. Its germ-killing properties also help prevent infection. In case after case "very striking improvement" was noted, even among cases of long standing. And this improvement was maintained over a period of months! This was accomplished by a new healing substance (I3io-Dyne)- width quickly helps heal injured cells and stimulate growth of new tissue. Now Bio-Dyne is offered in ointment and suppository form called Preparation "H". Ask for it ) at all drug stores-satisfaction. or money refunded. LUCAN CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY - The annual Lucan Irish Nine fastball tournament was finally completed Sunday after two delays by the weatherman. At the right captain Jim Johnston of the winning Berkshire Boys accepts the trophy from Irish captain Jim Burt and tournament convener Doug Johnson. T-A photo MR. AND MRS. JOHN SCOTT DEVALL • Extended Europe tour for newlywed couple and district news Phone 227-4702 DALEY'S WEEKLY COMMENTS Summer's here Correspondent: Mts. Thomas Elmira', Sr. Surplus (deficit) at the end of the year 31,018 26,750 Statement of Capital Fund Operations for the year ended December 31, 1971 1971 1970 $ $ Unfinanced capital outlay (Unexpended capital financing) at the beginning of the year 125,219 110,221 Capital outlay Capital expenditure Public works 150,634 142,600 Transfers to others 29,400 46,885 180,034 189,485 Capital financing Long term liabilities incurred 20,400 19,100 Contributions from other governments 100,193 114,935 Other 43,858 40,452 (164,451) (174,487) Unfinanced capital outlay (Unexpended capital financing) at the end of the year 140,802 125,219 Consolidated Balance Sheet as at December 31, 1971 Assets Current Assets Cash Accounts receivable Taxes receivable 95,093 Capital outlay to be recovered In future years 233,842 328,935 Liabilities 1971 15,569 27,303 52,221 1970 $ 891 24,913 51,276 77,080 210,777 287,857 Current liabilities Temporary loans 86,800 91,950 Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 68,460 34,404 Other current liabilities 3,617 3,195. 158.877 129,549 Analysis of Expenditure for the year ended December 31, 1971 General government 1971 Actual $ 1970 Actual Members of council ... _ , „ ... . ... .. 3.100 3,890 General administration 9,220 4,211 Unclassified . 4,543 3,217 16,863 11,318 Protection to persons and property Fire 2,900 3,100 Street lighting 1,295 1,216 Unclassified 4,636 3,818 8,831 8,134 Public Works Roadways 157,861 58,990 Drainage 332 332 Unclassified 14,463 14,044 172,656 73,366 Sanitation and waste removal Garbage collection and disposal 1,763 1,763 Social and family services General assistance 17,589 9,374 17,589 9,3'M Financial expenses Interest on temporary borrowing 5,399 10,095 Unclassified 583 324 5,982 10,419 Education Elementary - public 41,403 71,215 separate 18,934 20,733 Secondary 52,632 76,125 112,969 168,073 Region or county - share of expenditure 65,120 60,181 Other Deferred Revenue 422 3,782 422 3,782 Total expenditure 402,195 344 647 Analysis of the Education Levy for the year ended December 31, 1971 54,221 Continuity of the Account for the Police Village of Granton for the year ended December 31, 1971 Revenue Taxation - police village requisition Township of Biddulph 1971 1970 $ $ 2,895 2,974 2,895 2,974 Other revenue Interest „ . • .0 •ilh.t•••Y ...... 604 4 Total revenue 24 2,895 2,998 Expenditure General government Unclassified . „ - .... . „ . 184 161 184 161 Contributions front other governments Ontario enterprises 1,200 1,044 1,200 1,044 Subsidies Ontario Residential property tax reduction 39,106 Per capita - ...... - - „ 10,251 trriployment incentive program - 1071 . 1,000 35,527 9,365 1•1001.1a.. TOWNSHIP OF BIODULPH AUDITOR'S REPORT To: The members of Council, Inhabitants and Ratepayers of the Specific Corporation of the TOWNSHIP OF BIDDULPH. Rpailvvays 100,560 27,483 We have examined the 1971 financial statements of the Corporation of General welfare assistance 16,379 $,096 the Township_ of Biddulph. Our examination included a general review of the accounting procedures and such tests of accounting records and other supporting evidence as we considered necessary in the circumstances. , 173,205 80 471 174,405 81,515 In our opinion these financial statements present fairly the financial Other revenue Position of the Corporation of the Tpwnship of Biddulph as at December Licensee and permits , .., ....... , 1,961 1,115 31st, 1971, and the results of Its operations for the year then ended, in Rent*, concessions and franchises 988 2,336 accordance with accounting principles generally accepted for Ontario Penalties and interest on taxes . - „ 5,891 2,606_ municipalities applied on a basis consistent with that of the preceding year. 6,8406,057 406,463 352,867 Total revenue Kime Company Total revenue x 406,463 352,867 Expenditure General government 16,863 11,318 Protection to persons and property 8,831 8,134 Public works 172,656 73,366 Sanitation and waste removal 1,763 Social and family services 17,589 Financial expenses 5,982 Education 112,969 Region or county - share of expenditure 65,120 Other 422 Total expenditure 402,195 Excess of revenue over expenditure for the year 4,268 Surplus (deficit) at the beginning of the year 26.750 overievy or hinderleyyl assessment mill for the type amount rates levy requisition year Public Separate High res. corn. res. COM. res. COM. 2,020,920 160,089 704,220 15,710 2,725,140 175,799 18.6 20.7 26.6 29.0 18.0 20.0 40,819 18,748 52,502 40,829 18,703 51,916 (10) 45 586 payments in addition to the requisition supplementary taxes Public 574 Separate 231 Secondary 716 Net long term liabilities 93,040 Reserves and reserve funds 46,000 Surplus (deficit) and unapplied capital receipts 31,018 32$,935 Balance at the beginning of the year Analysed as follows: $ $ 53,276 Taxes unpaid from 1970 38,173 1969 11,228 1968 and prior years 3,875 53,276 Increase during the year Taxation revenue 225,218 Add amounts added to the tax bills for collection purposes only 20,625 Taxes billed 245,843 Penalties and interest added during the year 3,891 249,734 303,010 Reduction during the year Taxes, penalties and interest received 248,206 Taxet written off 583 (248,789) Balance at the end of the year 54,221 Analysed as follows: Taxes unpaid from 1971 30,273 •1970 19,232 1969 and prior years A716 4. CAPITAL OUTLAY TO BE RECOVERED IN FUTURE YEARS SOrne capital outlay does not represent a burden on general municipal revenues, as it is to be recovered in future years from other sources: Special charges on benefittirig landowners .... Analysis of Revenue for the year ended Deceinber 31, 1971 1971 Actual Protection to persons and property Fire 400 400 Street lighting 1,295 1,216 i ,608 1,616 Public works Roadways ....... .. , . . ........... , • . - 1,282 217 1,282 217 TOW expenditure ............ . . ....... „ . „ 3,161 1,904 Excess of revenue over expenditure for the year . 1,004 (5xcess Of expenditure over revenue for the year) 206 Surplus (deficit) at the begirining of the year .... 320 (0841 Surplus (deficit) at the end of the year , " , 54 320 1 London, Ontario, June 29, 1972, Licence Number - 4233. Statement of Revenue and Expenditure For the yeear ended December 31, 1971 Revenue 1971 $ Taxation 225,218 Contributions from other governments 174,405 Other 6,840 1970 $ 265,295 81,515 6,057 9,374 10,419 168,073 60,181 3,782 344,647 8,220 18,530 Notes to Financial Statements 1. CHARGES FOR NET LONG TERM LIABILITIES Total charges for the year for net long term liabilities were as follows: Principal payments Interest 85,558 46,000 26,750 .28La52„. $ 11,140 3,655 Continuity of Taxes Receivable for the year ended December 31, 1971 $ 14,795 Of the total charges shown above $14,795 was paid from the revenue of the municipality and is included in expenditure, classified under the appropriate functional headings. 2. BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION The Consolidated Balance Sheet reflects the assets and liabilities of the revenue fund and the capital fund. 3. NET LONG TERM LIABILITIES Total long term liabilities incurred by the municipality and outstanding at the end of the year amount to $338,040 Of the long term liabilities shown above, the responsibility for payment of principal and interest charges has been assumed by others for a principal amount of 245,000 Net long term liabilities at the end of the year $ 93,040 Taxation Realty - Residential and farm - Commercial end industrial 194,623 13,099 Pusiness Special charges ..... ...... 207,722 2,723 14,773 2W18 $233,842 1070 Actual 238,741 10,177 248,918 2,023 14,354 265 295