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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1973-04-05, Page 3gi • Sr, .01, f DISHING UP DINNERS - More than 300 beef take-out dinners were served Sunday by members of Coven Presbyterian church. Shown above filling plates are Win Gunn, Ila Moir, Dorothy Iles and Hattie Merkley. up time (they. hope) Wall came tumbling down to be replaced by signs Gravel price takes drop Exeter's gravel tender was awarded this week, with works superintendent Glen Kells and some members of council being guarded in their discussion of the subject, Last year some controversy arose when council did not accept the low tender after Kells in- dicated the gravel was not of equal quality to that of the next highest bidder. When asked for his comments regarding the quality of the gravel being supplied by this year's low bidder, Kells advised he had "no comment". The low bidder was Heard Construction, Seaforth, which submitted a price of $1,75 per cubic yard for a total of $5,250. It was $1,050 lower than the next price and almost $2,000 lower than the highest of the four bids received. The Heard bid was approved, subject to the gravel meeting the specifications of the ministry of transportation and com- munications. Councillor Ben Hoogenboom objected, suggesting council should give more consideration to the one local taxpayer who had submitted a price. He said that council had decided not to call for tenders on garbage pickup because the present contractor was giving good service, and wondered why the same policy was not adopt- ed for gravel when last year's supplier had given good service. Members pointed out the saving of $1,050 could not be passed up. GB council — Continued from front page four area churches. Payne will appoint two other persons to assist on the committee. Building permit applications from Les Mayhew, 47 Gill Road for porch renovations; Dr. Fred Boyes, 105 Lakeshore Drive, room addition; Bob Sharen, Lake Road and Ontario streets, bedroom and bath were ap- proved. An application from Ethel's Beauty Shop to change the roof style of the building was held in abeyance. A supplementary road budget in the amount of $11,977 in sub- sidies from the provincial government was approved. $4,500 in subsidies wj11.,, come,. for construction of turn-around circle at the west end of Main street at the beach and $6,477 for tarring and chipping of roads. The wall came tumbling down this week! No, it wasn't the county jail wall, but a small wall at the south side of the Exeter PUC office. Unlike the jail wall, there was no ardent fight to save it. In fact, there was no pre-announcement of the plan and it was down before anyone knew it was slated for demolition. The wall is being removed to permit the erection of a new "coming events" sign. One complaint was registered about the removal of the wall, Councillor Helen Jermyn said she had been contacted by one youth in the community complaining that there would be no place to sit. The wall and small park beside the PUC was a frequent Seal objective near halfway Exeter Lions club treasurer Harold Gunn reports returns from the 1973 Easter Seals sent out in the mail a week ago are coming in quite well. Gunn said receipts.. up to. Tuesday noon had totalled $1,054. The Exeter and district objective is $2,300, Don Taylor is the local Easter Seals chairman. Gladys Fraser, Exeter, Mrs. Edward (Beatrice) Carson, Ailsa Craig, and Mrs. George (Rae) Aiken, Centralia. She was the grandmother of Kelly, Sandra, Martin and Leslie Doupe, all of Ottawa, Craig Doupe, St. Thomas, and Shelly and D'Arcy Kay, both of London. A number of nieces and nephews also survive. Funeral service was held from The Towers Funeral Home, St, Thomas, April 3, 1973 with a graveside service in Exeter Cemetery, Exeter. GORDON CAMERON Gordon Cameron, Parkhill, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital, London, March 30, 1973, in his 70th year. He was the son of the late Alexander and Isabel Cameron and brother of Jessie Cameron, Parkhill and Lillian Cameron, Strathmere Lodge. Funeral service was held April 2, 1973 from the M. Box and Son Funeral Home,. Parkhill. Interment was in Nairn Cemetery. MRS. ROBERT LEE RUBY Mrs. Robert Lee Ruby, the former Verna Marie Uline Sreenan, died in Crittenton Hospital, Rochester, Michigan, April 2, 1973 in her 53rd year. She is survived by her husband, and was the mother of Mrs. Andre (Sharon) Durand, RR 2 Zurich; Mrs. Michael (Patsy) Cortese, London; and Keith Ruby, Detroit. She was the sister of Russell Sreenan, London; Gerald and Charles, RR 2 Zurich; Mrs. Cecilia Hayden, Mrs. Louis (Theresa) Ducharme, Mrs. Victor. (Viola) Ducharme, RR 2 Zurich; Mrs. John (Louise) Carroll, California; Mrs. Leo (Jean) O'Brien, Kitchener; Mrs. Albert (Monica) Boivin, St, Catharines; Mrs. Ernie (Shirley) Chatrand, Hamilton; and Mrs. Anthony (Patricia) Rau, RR 2 Zurich. She is also survived by grandchildren. Funeral mass will be said in St, Peter's Roman Catholic Church, St. Joseph, April 5, 1973 with Westlake Funeral Home, Zurich, in charge of arrangements. Interment will be in the ad• joining cemetery. meeting place for young people. The PUC, plans to charge a rent of $12 per annum for the sign space. This will be paid by the firm erecting the sign. Members of council expressed some question about the PUC stipulation that no firm situated four miles beyond Exeter's limits will be allowed to advertise. Councillor Bruce Shaw said he couldn't understand the stipulation and he drew a heated reply from Mayor Jack Deibridge, who said the PUC didn't want to get any "flack" from local firms. He didn't indicate any other Exeter council this week rescinded a motion made two weeks ago granting permission for Mrs. Grace Galloway to reside in a mobile home beside the home of her mother, Mrs. Jean Allen, Carling St. A month ago, Mrs. Galloway's basement apartment in her mother's home was inundated with about 18 inches of foul- smelling sewer water as drains along the street backed up and flooded basements. Council, by a vote of five to three, decided to allow the mobile home to be parked on the lot in an effort to assist the woman ad- versely affected by the drainage problem. reason for the limits. He did, however, suggest the PUC was a capable body and council should "let them have their way a bit." The Mayor is a member of the Commission. "I sometimes wonder if they shouldn't be under council control," Reeve Derry Boyle mentioned as the debate ended. In a letter to council, the PUC advised they would be erecting a drinking fountain at the library, They also reported a new type of light was being tested on Carling St. and suggested council members take notice of them. However, the town solicitors advised that this would be con- trary to the town's zoning bylaw and noted that council could not breach their own bylaw without serious consequences. They were told that a citizen could bring a suit against the town if the mobile home was permitted. Mayor Jack Delbridge and Councillor Bruce Shaw indicated they had explained the situation to Mrs. Galloway and found that she had decided against the mobile home anyway in view of the costs involved. "She was appreciative of the fact council did try to assist her," Shaw remarked. Clean It's spring cleanup time, and Exeter council members ex- pressed a desire this week to have some areas of the town cleaned up. Deputy-Reeve Helen. Jermyn again raised her concern over the "mess" on Sanders St. Bell Canada did some excavating along the street in the fall and the ditch was not properly cleaned up before winter. Mrs. Jermyn complained about the situation on several occasions throughout the winter months as she claimed it was a hazard for both pedestrian and vehicular traffic. This week, she reported a car had pulled onto the shoulder while meeting another vehicle and it became mired in the mud. Drain costs on tax bill While Stephen residents may have to pay individually for a new drain along Waterloo St., their neighbors to the north in Exeter will have their portions picked up through the general tax levy. The drain will be a joint effort by the two municipalities. Members of Exeter council decided this week that the town's share of the cost should be paid for from the tax levy because no other drains have been installed under local improvement plans whereby individuals benefiting paid their own shares. It was also decided at the meeting to ask Stephen to be the initiating municipality on the project, which will probably be undertaken this year. Youth charged on beer theft A London youth was arrested and charged with theft at the Brewers Retail Store in Grand Bend Monday afternoon. During the noon hour while the store was closed, a case of beer was taken from a Brewers Retail van truck parked on the loading ramp at the store. Constable R. D. Hendley of the Pinery Park OPP detachment was in charge of the in- vestigation. Officers of the same detach- ment investigated two accidents this week and both occurred in Grand Bend. Tuesday vehicles driven by Jaaeffiesjardine and Irvin Ford, both of Grand Bend collided in Pinedale subdivision. Constable M. J. Stinson set damages at $950, Saturday, Constable W. W. Ball listed damages at $350 in an accident involving vehicles driven by Randall Denning, Strathroy and Victor Anysymiw of Grand Bend on Main Street in Grand Bend. Two accidents, wilful damage Officers of the Exeter police department investigated two accidents this week with damages totalling $650. Tuesday morning on William street, vehicles driven by Jane Russell RR 1, Exeter and Stanley Love, 70 Thomas street, Exeter were involved in a collision. Constable Jim McMeekin listed damages at $300. Early Friday evening vehicles driven by Laverne Stone, 72 Mill street and Jonathan Dinney, 297 Senior street collided on Snell Bros. parking lot on Main street. The investigating officer was Constable George Robertson and he set damages at $350. Two instances of wilful damage were reported this week. Sunday evening, a vehicle owned by Harry Webster of Zurich was damaged to the ex- tent of $50 when it was parked at South Huron District High School. Two tires were also flat, At the Beaver Lumber warehouse on Main street, unknown persons drove nails through some sheets of mahogany panels. After being told it was still too wet to clean up the street properly, she wondered if signs could be erected advising people of the dangerous situation, A debate was also held regarding abandoned cars in the community. "We have to clamp down some way or another," Mayor Jack Delbridge opined. However, despite the discussion, no concrete action was taken. Councillor Ted Wright also suggested that snowmobiles were becoming "unsightly" as they were parked on private properties for the spring and summer months, He also predicted council would be faced with the problem of abandoned snowmobiles in the future. Wright said he had been ap- proached by some mothers A weekend of special events planned for Bishop Cronyn Memorial Church's Centennial Homecoming is attracting for- mer parishoners and special guests from all over Ontario. The homecoming weekend, part of the church's Centennial activities this year, begins this Friday, April 6, with the world premiere matinee performance of "Cronyn". Curtain time is 3 p.m. at the Grand Theatre, London. "Cronyn" is an original Canadian play commissioned by the church, written by the Reverend Orlo Miller and ac- cepted for presentation by Theatre London this season. The Reverend Orlo Miller, well- known local author, has dramatized the rich, colorful life and times of the first Bishop of Huron. He paints the picture of an outspoken and fiery man — the patriarch of the family which dedicated the present church, on the corner of Queens Avenue and William Street in 1873. Bishop Cronyn played a key role in shaping both religious and secular events in southwestern Police report — Continued from Page 1 one theft of $28 with no recovery, 31 parking tickets issued, three investigations and one charge under the Narcotic Control Act, one stolen car recovered, 130 complaints investigated. A total of 89 hours of overtime was worked by members of the police force and Deputy-Reeve Helen Jermyn wondered if the number would be reduced now that the fourth constable had been added. Chief Day said this was unlikely, pointing out that Con- stable Robertson was going to Toronto for a week's schooling and this would be followed by holiday periods for the men. However, he explained that days off were given in lieu of overtime pay. Urge motorists .to use caution The Exeter OPP issued several reminders to area motorists in their press release this week, They remind drivers that the law requires them to bring a vehicle to a stop as near the right hand curb as possible when an emergency vehicle approaches with the red light on the roof flashing intermittently, Drivers are also reminded more bicycles will be on the streets and highway now that winter is over and inotorists should slow down when ap- proaching or meeting cyclists. The saint advice is given when approaching horses and riders. regarding the "deplorable" condition of the sidewalk leading from the arena to the public school. He said he had investigated and found it to be nothing but "pure mud holes" along this section of Victoria St. Mayor Jack Deibridge didn't share his concern entirely. He said the kids would continue to find mud holes. "If mothers don't know that, they're not mothers," he suggested. Mrs. Jermyn chairman of the sidewalk committee, said she would investigate. Council also agreed to send a letter to subdivider Gib Dow complaining about the condition of roads for which he is responsible in his subdivision. Complaints have been received from property owners, but council members felt it was not their responsibility, Ontario from his arrival in 1832 to his death in 1871. It was a special time in Canada's history — immediately before and after confederation — when an emerging and growing country responded to strong and able leadership. Some single tickets for this matinee per- formance are still available and may be obtained by calling the Theatre London box office, The play is to be followed at 5:30 p.m. Friday by a reception and banquet at the Great Hall, Somerville House, University of Western Ontario. Guests at- tending the homecoming cen- tennial banquet include The Most Reverend Edward Walter Scott, D.D,, Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada; and Mrs. Scott; Mrs. Carman J. Queen, the wife of the Bishop of Georgian Bay; members of the Cronyn family. At the height of the banquet a giant Centennial cake will be ceremoniously carved by Archbishop Scott, the Rector and former Rectors and the Church Wardens. On Saturday a Memorial Eucharist is planned at 11 a.m. in Bishop Cronyn Memorial Church. This is to be a quiet service of Holy Communion com- memorating those clergy and lay people who have worshipped and worked in the church, On Sunday, April 8, at 10:30 One member suggested no further building permits be allowed until the streets are pUt into acceptable condition under terms of the subdivision agreement. A discussion was also held on dogs, with Councillor Wright terming the present situation "pitiful." With the closing of the Exeter Veterinary Clinic, the town no longer has a dog catcher or pound and Reeve Boyle is presently investigating a solution to the problem. It was suggested council should follow the plan of Tuckersmith and shoot dogs on sight if they are not properly contained persuant to the town bylaws. "Shoot the owners" Wright replied, adding he was not in aggreement with shooting dogs because it was cruel. a.m., a service of celebration concludes the homecoming weekend, The Right Reverend Carman J. Queen, Bishop of Huron will preside at the Eucharist. The guest preacher will be the Most Reverend W. L. Wright, Archbishop of Algoma. Sharing the duties of the service will be former Rectors of Bishop Cronyn Memorial Church. Reverend Canon R. R. Latimer, Dr. J. Burton Thomas and Arch- deacon T. D. B. Ragg will join the current Rector, Reverend Canon A. Gordon Baker in this Cen- tennial celebration. For further information please contact Bishop Cronyn Memorial Church Centennial Committee publicity aide Bob Semchism at 472-2030 (office) or 472-2949 (home). Canoe race gets a postponement The annual Bunny Bundle canoe race from St. Marys to London has been postponed until Sunday April 15. The postponement was asked for by the Upper Thames Con- servation Authority due to the soft ground conditions in the park areas along the route, John Calcott of Granton is the organizer of the race. ADELAIDE PARKINSON Miss Adelaide Parkinson passed away at the Kingsway Lodge, St. Marys, March 21, 1973 in her 97th year. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Parkinson and is survived by one brother, Frank, of Blanshard. She was predeceased by two brothers, George and Harvey, and by three sisters, Mrs. Florence Chittick, Mrs, Sarah Whitford and Miss Minnie Parkinson. Miss Parkinson was born in Usborne township and resided in Granton from 1910 to 1969. The funeral service was held 4 from the Lindsay Funeral Home, with Mr. Draegu of the Jehovah Witnesses officiating, Interment was in West Zion Cemetery. Pallbearers were Herman Foster, Garfield Nixon, Ken Parkinson, Herb Ruch, Hilson Whitford and Glen Parkinson, WALTER THOMAS MARTYN Walter Thomas Martyn, Lucan and formerly of Denfield, passed away in London, April 2, 1973 in his 87th year. He was the husband of Irene Victoria (Walker) Martyn and father of Walter S. of St. Thomas, He was the brother of William, RR 2 London; Roland of Thunder Bay; Duncan, London; Mrs. Margaret Pierson; and Mrs. 44 Gladys Harrison, both of Oshawa. He is also survived by one grandson and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service is to be held from the C. Haskett and Son Funeral Home, Lucan, April 5, 1973 with Rev. William Tupling of Lucan United Church officiating, Interment will be in St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. Pallbearers are Ken Hardy, W. F. Hodgins, Clayton O'Neil, Edgar Holland, John Walls and George Laying, MRS. CARMAN DOUPE Mrs, Carman Doupe, the former Greba Olive Hedden, died suddenly at her residence, St. Thomas, April 1, 1973, She is survived by her husband, and was the mother of Glenn Doupc,Ottawa; Jack Doupe and Gary Doupe, both of St. Thomas; and Mrs. Gerald (Shirley) Kay, 4 jj 4 London, She was the sister of Mrs. GRAVY POURERS - A lot of volunteers were necessary to make Sun- day's beef take-out dinner sponsored by the Coven Presbyterian ladies a success. Above, Danny Laing and Sandra McLeod fill up jars of gravy. T-A photo. Rescind approval on mobile home HONOUR FORMER TEACHER * A plaque was dedicated at Tweedsmuir public school in London, Friday in honour of the late Clifford Heywood. He was formerly of Exeter and taught Industrial Arts at the school up to the time of his death. Shown in the above picture are H. G. McTaggart, Operation Assistant Superintendent, G. S. Sleightholm, Associate Superintendent of Curriculum for the London Board of Education, Mrs. Clifford Heywood, S. Rose, former consultant for industrial Arts arid Tweedsmuir principal A, A. James. Fred MacDonald photo THE ROPE HELPED - Fathers of the Hensall pee wee hockey players scored a 6-5 win over their sons during Hensall's Minor Hockey Day, Saturday. John Baker, Frank Varley and Tony Charrette tie up Steve Sararas and Ken Varley in above picture in an attempt to slow the youngsters down. T-A photo. Play portraying Cronyn to be centennial feature South Huron District High School Programme for Education Week April 8 - 14 Monday Evening 7:30 - 10 p.m. There will be an open house with displays and special programmes in the following departments - Science, Geography, Outers Clubs, History, Physical Education, Guidance and Art. Everyone is invited to attend, Tuesday Evening at 8 p.m There will be a panel discussion and an opportunity for questions from the audience on the new approach in Ontario High Schools - individual time tables, the credit system, subject promotion etc, The panel will consist of parents, students and teachers. Mr. Hogan will chair the discussion, Parents Students The Rev, W. Jarvis Donald Noakes Mr, Richard Etherington Kathy DeJong Dr, J. Goddard Kathy Cook Mike Miller Teachers Others Mr. Ottewell Mr. C. MacDonald Mr. Johnston Mr, R. Smith Mrs. Girard Mr. H. Turkheim Wednesday Evening 7:30 - 10 p.m, An open house in the following departments: Technical, Commercial, Home Economics, Mathematics, English & Theatre Arts, languages, library. The public is invited to tome to the school during the day on Wednesday to observe classes, talk with staff and students, J. L. Wooden Principal