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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1973-03-08, Page 3No Bull During an election campaign, people have to be careful what they accept as fact. At Merner's we have no bull . . . Just the best darn steers in Huron from the Fergus Turnbull feedlot. Quality Is Liberal . . Price Is Conservative Service is NDP (None Does Better) MERNER'S MEAT MARKET PHONE 237.3314 DASHWOOD Times,Adyrocate, Marche 8, 11973 Premier visits. county Pap 3 No plans for Huron region Student debate i Premier William Davis, on hand to eat pancakes in Goderich and beans in Exeter, said Thursday the government has no. Plans for regional government affecting Huron County, He said at a press conference it was doubtful if there would be any further proposals for regional governments outside the Toronto region for some time. The Premier said the needs across Ontario were different and changes are only planned where the need is greater. He said in his own county of Peel, pressures of growth had to be faced. When questioned about the possibility of county boundaries being followed for regional government in Huron, he replied "it can be done". He explained that county boundaries had been followed for the establishment of larger AT STUDENT DEBATE --- The three candidates in the upcoming Huron by-election answered a host of questions Monday from students at South Huron District High School, Shown above after the session are from the left, Liberal Jack Riddell, NDP Paul Carroll, student council president Donald Noakes, Ginger Love and Olga Zemitis. T-A photo Liberal caucus to meet, giant barbecue planned Jack Riddell, the Liberal Candidate in the forthcoming by- election on March 15 in Huron — Continued from front page courses for students. All three candidates agreed basically on the question of communication between the Huron MPP andresidents of the riding, Carroll said he would conduct regular riding meetings and submit reports on a monthly basis. Riddell said, "if elected I'll be back to listen to your needs and discuss your problems. Public interest is important. Southcott outlined his proposals of communication including a permanent Action Centre, community clinics and proposed toll free calls to Queens Park, On a question from Richard Ottewell, "Should Ontario go it alone?" Don Southcott said he would reject any Ontario first proposal. We have to live in the province and within Canada and fight hard for Huron." He continued, "The 20 ODC loans totalling over three million dollars and thousand jobs doesn't look as if Huron is being overlooked," Jack Riddell commented, "What's good for Huron is good were the effect of electing another Conservative to the already overweighted majority in Parliament and to the ex- panding regional government with its necessarily increased costs and thereby adding to the huge deficit, which the. Canadian Press estimated in the Saturday edition of the London Free Press at 1.1 billion dollars, the largest in the history of the Province. Tuckersmith — Continued from front page running at large without im- pounding it. Passed for payment were accounts totalling $11,560.57. Included was the township's levy to the Ausable Bayfield Con- servation Authority of $4,050.78. Did not comply with the clerk's request for a raise in his salary, which is presently $4,800. However, they did increase his expense allowance from $1,000 to $1,300 which includes rent for the township office located in his home. Council endorsed the resolution from the Town of Thorold ex- pressing disapproval of the province taking over Ontario Hydro which would mean a further erosion in the autonomy of local municipalities and hydro commissions. County, announced the details today of the Liberal caucus meeting to be held in Goderich on Monday. The full caucus of the 20 Liberal members of the Legislature will meet at the Bedford Hotel at 10 a ,m. for about two hours. Mr. Riddell stated that it was his intention to present a brief to the caucus in connection with regional government as it 'affects Huron County. Mr. Riddell has consistently opposed any further regional expansion, He stated that he could not disclose the particulars of the brief, but he would hold a press conference after the caucus which would announce their decision. Mr. Riddell further stated that after the caucus meeting all the Liberal MPP's will fan out across the riding to canvass on his behalf and would wind up at a giant beef barbecue being planned for the Pine Ridge Chalet near Hensall from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mr. Riddell stated that in- vitations would be sent to everyone in the Riding and he views this as an opportunity to meet the many voters which this short campaign would have prevented him from meeting. Announcements concerning the barbecue are being published in this week's editions of the various weekly newspapers in the County. for Ontario and Canada, I want to keep local people interested in our own affairs. I'm afraid the present government is Toronto oriented," "I believe in a strong viable Huron, a strong Ontario and United Canada," were Paul Carroll's comments. All candidatesanswered on the original question by Phyllis Taylor to Don Southcott on the matter of campaign funds, Southcott said a good amount of his expenses were being met by funds from the C.S, Mac- Naughton night at Huron. Park a couple of years ago, He added, "There should be ground rules on election funds, I don't like the Unions buying the NDP," Carroll said his funds come from all segments. He continued, "we turned down a $5,000 donation from Canadian Breweries. We are hoping to get $10 from each provincial riding NDPgroup. My expenses could go as high as $5,400, Riddell said most of his funds are coming from private donations. He added, "We have received some money from anti- Davis people who are still Con- servative but want to strengthen the government, Considerable discussion took place on the matter of election signs being nailed up on trees throughout the area, Jack Riddell said his party's signs were put up with staples and were only in the bark which is dead wood, Paul Carroll commented, "I d prefer no signs at all and Don Southcott said he would be glad to discuss the matter of signs for another election. Student Larry Ferguson asked the candidates to show their "sincerity" by taking them down immediately. Riddell and Carroll both said they would agree if all signs came down. Southcott said signs were necessary to identify the can- didate with his party. To this Riddell replied, I'm not sure I want to be identified with a party, I want to be the voice of the people of Huron." A few more for '73 vote Davis said the Ontario debt runs between $560 and $600 million, "That figure is not excessive at all," he said. Mr. Southcott did not attend the session with the high school students because of a ruling by the county school board. Speaking in Exeter after a noon luncheon at the Legion Hall, Premier Davis said the March 15 by-election was important and he was anxious to win both seats Huron and the one hi Toronto, He claimed his government deserved support because they have demonstrated the ability to administrate. "Take a look at the country's economic situation," he urged, noting that unemployment in Ontario was lower than the rest of Canada. He said it was impossible to determine what the Liberals were offering as an alternative and "I'm opposed to the thinking of oursocialist friends", In offering his personal support for the PC candidate, the Premier termed Mr. Southcott a "dedicated public servant". "He has solved problems for people in the riding and has expertise in knowing how to get things done for Huron," Mr. Davis concluded. Mr. Davis was introduced to the crowd by former Huron MPP Charles MacNaughton. In his opening remarks, Mr. Davis paid tribute to the con- tributions made by Mr. Mac- Naughton to his riding, province and country. Also included on the itinerary for the day were visits to Dash- wood Industries Limited at Centralia and Dominion Road Machinery in Goderich. On arrival at Goderich Sky Harbor airport Wednesday night, the airplane carrying Premier Davis skidded on ice and ended up in a snowbank. No one was injured, although the plane suffered some damage. school board units and that regional government within his home county of Peel had followed county lines. "The same applies to Halton basically," he added, PC candidate Don Southcott has indicated in his campaign literature that he will impress upon the government the need to have county boundaries followed for regional government in Huron, "I can't see where Huron can work outside its boundaries," Southcott said at the Goderich press conference. He said the county had a "family atmosphere" that was important to protect and he subscribed to a policy of "Huron only". The Huron riding candidate said the only drawback to his proposal may be the fact the county will have to give up the benefit of having a broader assessment base that would be provided if a larger community was included in the regional government structure. Mr. Davis agreed there was no need to have a city within a regional government structure. "We have to look for rationale and won't go outside the area just to add a city". Firing back at suggestions that Ontario is caught in a fiscal nightmare, Premier Davis declared that the province's economy is perfectly healthy. He said figures which will be released very shortly will in- dicate that "Bob's mathematics are faulty". The reference was to Liberal leader Robert Nixon, who has told Huron voters the province faces its largest deficit in history — some $800 million. "As far as the basic strength of the economy is concerned, it is very healthy indeed," the Premier declared. Later, before 200 senior high • school students at Central Huron Secondary School in Clinton, Mr, Attempt to start family counsel If enough interest is shown, there is a possibility that a "family life committee" will be established to service Exeter and area. The suggestion for the service comes from the Social Services Co-ordinating Committee, which was set up two years ago by Dr. Mills, the Medical Officer of Health for Huron, in conjunction with county council. The com- mittee conducted a survey recently, and one of the findings indicated that there is a need for more family counselling services throughout the county. Recently, the co-ordinating committee called some area clergy and citizens interested in counselling and family life education to a meeting to discuss the possibility of forming a family life committee. There was no particular reason for choosing Exeter for the pilot project, other than the fact that present counselling facilities in the county are located at Goderich and Wingham and are not readily available. At this meeting it was felt that there might be a need for a ,community based committee,— Mr. Riddell stated that he is 'which 'could act mainly in a h*verr-encouraged in connection with the response he is receiving since he started campaigning. He stated that it was obvious that many people in the past voted for Charlie McNaughton, who have now indicated that they are going to support the Liberals in this election, Mr. Riddell reiterated that the two major issues of this election ANSLEY WILLIAMS NEIL Ansley Williams Neil, Exeter passed away at South Huron Hospital February 26, 1973 in his 90th year, He is survived by two sons, Rea Neil, RR 2, Lucan, Alton Neil, RR 1, Granton and a daughter Mrs. Stewart (Janice) Adkins, Winnipeg, Manitoba. Mr. Neil was predeceased by his stepson, Len Powell in 1970 and is also survived by two grandchildren, Donald Neil and Heather Powell. The funeral service was held March 1, 1973 from. the Hoppdr- Hockey Funeral Home, Exeter with Rev, Glenn Wright of- ficiating. Temporary entombment took place in Exeter Mausoleum, with interment ,later in Nursery Cemetery. Centralia Farmers Supply Ltd. Grain • Feed • Cement Building Supplies Coal 228-6638 Dear Sir: Up until a few days ago the proposed workshop for the South Huron and District Association for the mentally retarded had come to a temporary standstill, However things are moving again with the announcement last week that architects' drawings have been submitted and that the committee is looking towards renovation of the building at Dashwood to make it a suitable workshop. The plans show that the building has a marvellous potential. However in our desire to do what is best let us look beyond the building, For, in last analysis our concern has been and will con- tinue to be people. Our goal in the workshop if it can be summed up in a few words is "To give people a sense of fulfillment." Everyone, or almost everyone in this life likes to have a sense of fulfillment. It is different for all of us. For a Pierre Elliott Trudeau or a Robert Stanfield it is to be Prime Minister of Canada. That is the greatest sense of fulfillment for them. For most this fulfillment comes in a smaller way. Yet each of us gets satisfaction from ac- complishment, Some people in our community are handicapped and yet they too get satisfaction from fulfillment, from doing something that is meaningful to them. The workshop seeks to fill this role. My high school 's motto was Es Utilis ad Aliquid which I' am told means, Be good for something. This motto means to me seek to have fulfillment in your life. Of course we hope that our workshop will also provide a social and recreational life for its people. This too is important to a well balanced rounded life. We're building a workshop, that is important. But the building is of secondary im- portance. Of primary importance is people. To steal a motto from TV "we are people helping people." If Ontario is, "a place to stand, a place to grow" surely this is true of all citizens. We seek to give our handicapped citizens, "a place to stand, a place to grow". During the next few weeks we hope to be taking a look at some of the citizens who look to the workshop as "a place to stand, a place to grow." W,D. Jarvis Announce New Healing Substance: Shrinks Piles Kippen ladies hear speaker In spite of the fact that the voting age has been lowered to 18 since the last provincial election in 1971, there are only 550 ad- ditional names on the voter's list for the riding of Huron. Returning officer Russell Bolton reported that there are 22,325 names on the preliminary voter's list for next week's by-election. He said he expects approximately an additional 100 names on the final list, Today (Thursday) is the final day for registering with the office of the returning officer in Seaforth, if your name is not on the list. Out of a possible 21,775 voters in the 1971 provincial election, 16,939 votes were cast. Progressive Conservative Charles MacNaughton received 9;793 of these votes, giving him a 6,155 vote plurality over the Liberal candidate, Advance polls in the riding will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, March 10 and Monday, March 12 in the centres of Goderich, Clinton, Seaforth and Exeter. On election day, March 15, the polls will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mr. Bolton explained that in all areas of the riding except Goderich, qualified voters who find their names do not appear on the official list may be sworn in and may still vote. Because Goderich is classed as an urban area, however, a voter's name must be on the list before he can vote. The returning officer also explained that it is no longer necessary to use the traditional "X" to mark the ballot. "Any mark, as long as it is within the confines of the space provided, is acceptable," he said. There are four candidates: Ed Bain independent socialist, NDP Paul Carroll, Liberal Jack Riddel and PC Don Southcott, Cable TV still awaits licence Exeter, Centralia and Huron Park may be getting cable television, but it is anybody's guess when. "It's just a waiting game for us now," said Ron MagIntosh of Bluewa ter Cable TV. •" Ile . explained that the ap- plication is complete and in Ottawa, but that before any work can begin, approval in the form of a licence, must be granted by the Canadian Radio Television Commission (CRTC). Before the licence is granted, a public hearing will be called to try to gauge the feeling of the public on the situation. Mr. MacIntosh said he has received "absolutely no indication" as to when this hearing might be. He said, however, that if things went well at the hearing, and the licence was granted, construction would begin immediately. "But we are powerless to do anything until we get the licen- ce," he added. He said that he would be making a trip to Ottawa to see how plans are progressing, If and when construction starts, Mr. MacIntosh said he had no idea where the tower would be located. He said, however, that he has an agreement with the Exeter PUC and it will be a combination of underground and aerial cables. He estimated the cost to the subscriber at between $5 and $5.50 per month, Exclusive healing substance proven to shrink hemorrhoids and repair damaged tissue. A renowned research institute has found a unique healing substance with the ability to shrink hemor- rhoids painlessly It relieves itching and discomfort in minutes and speeds up healing of the injured, inflamed tissue. In case after case, while gently relieving pain, actual reduction (shrinkage) took place Most important of all—results were so thorough that this improve- ment was maintained over a period of many months. This was accomplished with a new healing substance (Bio-Dyne) which quickly helps heal injured cells and stimulates growth of new tissue. Now Bio-Dyne is offered in oint- ment and suppository form called Preparation H. Ask for it at all drug stores. Satisfaction or your money refunded. Ocie4 8o eted The Times-Advocate would like to extend best birthday wishes to those members of the Over 80 Club celebrating in the near future. Congratulations to: Mrs. William Davis, Crediton, 83, March 6, 1973. William C. Pearce, Huronview, 90, March 15, 1973. Mrs. Adella Fischer, Dashwood, 100, March 17, 19/3, Mrs. Jean Manson, Exeter, 89, March 11, 1973 If you know of anyone who would like their name to appear in this column, please tell us. There is no charge. educational capacity, providing a resource bank for information such as films, pamphlets, speakers, etc., in the area of family life, It could conduct seminars on the family, marriage, on the so- called generation gap, etc., and could assess the need for better counselling services for the area. John Cosgrove, a social worker from the Goderich Psychiatric Hospital who attended the meeting said, "A social worker could be made available to this community for the purpose of counselling on a one night per week basis — should the need warrant it", Derry Boyle, who is on the County Social Services com- mittee, when contacted, said that such a plan wouldn't conflict with any plans the county committee had, and saw no reason why such a local committee shouldn't get rolling. A meeting has been called for 8 p.m. March 12 at Exeter United Church for the purpose of looking at the need in this area for a community based family life committee. Anyone interested is invited to attend. HERBERT WESLEY BEACOM Herbert Wesley Beacom died suddenly at his residence in Hullett township March 4, 1973. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary E. Laidlaw, and was the father of William, Robert and Lois, all at home. He was the brother of Mrs. Laura Lyon, Londesboro; Edith Beacom, Londesboro; and Mrs. George (Kathleen) Neil, Kirkton. Funeral service was held from the Tasker Memorial Chapel Blyth, March 6, 1973 with tem- porary entombment in Blyth Cemetery Chapel. CHARLES SHERRITT MEYERS Charles Sherritt Meyers died suddenly at Manitoulin Island, March 5, 1973 in his 62nd year. He was the husband of the former Margaret Ethel Simpson, and father of Dr. Jack Meyers, Montreal. He was the brother of Thomas H. Meyers, Zurich, David Meyers, London; Mrs. Myrtle Hay, Zurich; Mrs. Mary Hey, RR 2, Zurich; Mrs. Russell (Ada) Lee, Port Huron; Mrs. Harford (Margaret) McKinley, Toronto; Mrs. Melvin (Eleanor) Brown, Zurich; and Mrs. Arnold (Alice) Keller, RR 2, Dashwood. Funeral service is to be held from the Westlake Funeral Home, Zurich, March 8, 1973 with Rev. Bruce Guy officiating. Interment is in Bayfield Cemetery. NAME CLARIFIED In an item in last week's court report, it was stated that John Pimperton, Grand Bend, had been fined on a charge of theft, The name of the accused should have been shown as John Pim- perton Jr. The T-A regrets any em- barrassment caused. By MRS. RENA CALDWELL KIPPEN About 30 ladies gathered at St. Andrew's United Church Kippen, Friday, when that church joined with Brucefield United Church to hold a World Day of Prayer service. Mrs. Ralph Batten was the guest speaker at the afternoon service and she chose as her topic the theme of this year's in- ternational service, "Alert in our time". Hostesses were Mrs. Norman Dickert, Kippen and Mrs. Stewart Wilson, Brucefield. Mrs. Keith Lovell, Kippen was the key woman. Special music was provided for the service by six little girls from the primary Sunday school class at the Kippen church. Taking part were Melissa Moffatt, Heather McClean, Melanie Lovell, Sandra Finlayson, Beth Consitt and Julie Wright. Several other ladies took part in the program. Mrs. George Cantelon, Brucefield will be the key woman for the 1974 service, EXETER LANE Sorority plans for centennial Sharon O'Toole was the hostess for the Tuesday evening meeting of Alpha Pi chapter of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority. President Louise Giffin welcomed two guests to the meeting, Glenda Wagner and Suzanne Strang. The roll call was answered by finishing the sentence, "Did you know that . . .". The major portion of business centred around a letter received from the T-A concerning the special centennial issue to be published. Plans were also discussed for Founder's Day celebrations and four girls were accepted to attend the London convention. Wilma Wraight and Evelyn Josephson were in charge of the program, and a game of court whist was enjoyed. Mrs. Earl Campbell won the top prize and Mary Allison won the booby prize. Grand Bend — Continued from front page for 70 days as lifeguards on the beach," Later in the meeting they agreed to close the village dump located, south of Grand Bend to the public. In the future it is to be used only by village employees. Councillor Walter Crumplin was the only opposing voter. A request from McDonald Sanitation of Crediton for an increase in the annual fees for garbage collection was approved. The Crediton firm will receive $1,386 per month during the 20 month contract which will con- tinue until December 31, 1974. This is an increase of 10 percent. MIXED SUN DAY CF G. Wilson 688 7 104 OC Forfeit 0 26 BB S. Glanville 543 5 100 MP M. Barrett 579 2 116 IN J. Ducharme 595 7 74 YS R. Tieman 699 0 67 UN J. Blair 669 5 90 BU H. Coolman 560 2 67 MIXED FRIDAY MA G. Dykeman 625 5 79 LG G. Northcott 569 2 62 VA E. Hamilton 703 4 104 MI H. Chappel 674 3 98 CH B. Reynolds 705 5 69 FC R. Durand 750 2 71 PEE WEES LI K, Dale 178 5 15 AL D, Goarly 139 0 5 GI L, Blommart 225 3 23 BU T. MacDonald 161 2 20 MI M. Ferguson 243 5 35 ZE B. McDonald 207 0 22 BANTAM BOYS VI J. Grant 280 5 30 HS D. Hoffman 254 0 24 RR J. Newby 439 5 29 130 B. Anderson 268 0 11 GG S. Pearce 322 5 39 D, Bell 322 WR B. McDonald 291 0 17 JR, BOYS & GIRLS 130 D, Bell 438 3 48 KP D. Bogart 298 2 31 PB B. Mercer 350 5 35 DO R, Wright 238 0 9 JE R. Cairnie 472 3 37 TB T, Dobson 315 2 35 SR. BOYS & GIRLS ST D. Holl2mann 342 5 17 CC G. ArMStrong 295 0 45 AT S. Snider 359 3 32 DV M. Brintnell 378 2 25 CO 13. Edwards 362 5 39 KED G. Fuller 289 0 37 Personals Rochus Faber is holidaying in Florida. Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Gibson, Wroxeter, visited with Mr, & Mrs. W.L. Mellis. Mr. & Mrs. D.E. Kyle have returned from a month's sojourn in Florida. Mrs. Stewart Beattie, Wingham, visited with Mr, & Mrs, Ed. McBride and Lorne McBride. Mr. & Mrs, Jack Deitz have returned from a holiday in the south, Paul Schneider, Toronto and Louise Crawford, St. Pauls, visited recently with Mr. & Mrs. Bert Thomson and family. Angus Hummell met with a painful accident to his hand last Thursday, A good number of ladies from Hrucefield, K 'poen and the surrounding district attended the World Day of Prayer service in St. Andrew's Church Kippen on Friday March 2. EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH Huron Street West, Exeter ANNIVERSARY SERVICES Sunday, March 1 1 SPEAKER: REV. J. B. VINCENT 1 1:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m, SPECIAL MUSICAL TALENT Sunday School 9:45 a.m. NURSERY FACILITIES AT ALL SERVICES