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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1976-01-08, Page 10LUCan and district news News from Lucan Mrs. Merle Sumner of London One of the bowler drivers last and her sister Mrs, Mabel Friday entertained the lady bowlers of the McCormick Home to a luncheon at her home, Mr. & Mrs. James Lockyer, Joan and Bill spent New Year's Day with Mr. & Mrs. Ken Fisher and family Camlachie, Inglewood man hurt at Elginfield crossing Jackson visited with their cousin Miss L E. Abbott last Saturday. Mrs. Murray Hodgins on Saturday called on all the former Lucanites in the McCormick Home. • • Ontario These are the facts: The rent increase agreements do not relieve the landlord from his obligation to obtain approval from a rent review officer for any rent increase charged on or after Jan. 1. 1976 that is more than eight per cent of the July. 1975 rent. Where the landlord and tenant do not agree on a rent increase above the eight per cent. the tenant is entitled to a rebate of any rent paid in excess of eight per cent by Feb. 16. 1976. If the landlord fails to make such a rebate the tenant may-apply to a rent review officer. 11a tenancy agreement becomes effective or is renewed between Jan, 1. and Jul' 31. 1976. inclusive. you should know: A landlord who wishes an increase or more than eight per cent must tile an application with his rent review office and notify the tenant at least 60 days before the increase is scheduled to become effective. In respect to those rental increases taking effect between Jan. 1. and Feb. 29. 1976. the application must he made by Jan. 31. 1976. A tenant who wishes to appeal an increase has 60 days in which to file an application with his landlord requiring him to justify the increase. In case of a hearing, a date will be set by the rent review officer and both landlord and tenant will be notified. After the hearing the rent review officer will establish the rent, and may order retroactive adjustments. What is a tenancy agreement? A tenancy agreement gives a tenant the right to occupy a particular dwelling, or to renew the right to rent a particular dwelling. 'The agreement can be written. verbal or implied, in other words, even it' you don't have a written lease you are covered by the legislation. For written agreements, the important date is the date the agreement comes into effect. not the date on which the agreement is signed. -Pc • Rent review legislation.is tf&I io the dwelling on an annual basis with the July. 1475. rent taken as the base rent. Who attends hearings? Tenants. landlords or their representatives should attend rent review hearings. Failure to appear or he represented, removes the right to appeal the rent review officer's decision. The hearings will be informal, and every effort will he made to keep the procedures simple so that individuals may conduct their own eases. A rent review officer has the power to call witnesses and to order the production of the necessary documents. Tenants should be aware that. should they appeal their rent increase to a rent review office,: the officer could permit the landlord a ,veater increase ihall the one mlginally demanded, Where a landlord has been reiptired tojustift an existing or proposed rent increase. the rent review officer mat. adjust the rent to an amount belmy the original rc.nit /eve/. Until the rent review mechanism is in place. please do not telephone. You can obtain further information on the Residential Premises Rent Review Act by writing: Rent Review, Box 580. Postal Station F. Toronto. M4Y 2L8 Ontario's new Residential Premises Rent Review Act affects most landlords and tenants in the province. The act allows for a review of the amount of rent a landlord may charge, Landlords and tenants should he aware of their rights and responsibilities under this legislation. The Ontario Government is in the process of establishing rent review offices in major centres across the province. Review officers will hear disputes on rent increases by both landlords and tenants. A rent review hoard is being established to hear appeals by tenants and landlords against the decisions of rent review officers. What does the act cover? • apartments • houses • townhouses • duplexes • triplexes • rooming houses • mobile-home sites • rent-geared-to-income units What are the exceptions? • certain non-profit housing or non-profit co-operatives • units in a hotel. motel or vacation home which are rented for a seasonal or temporary period not exceeding four months • buildings that were first occupied as residential premises on or after Jan. 1, 1976. • commercial premises How does it work? I/ rot have entered into or renewed a tenancy agreement which became effective between July 30; and Dec, 31, 1975. inclusive, yeti should he aware that: The maximum rent increase for such agreements cannot exceed eight per cent of the rent charged during the last full month prior to Aug. 1, 1975, unless: (a) the tenant arid landlord agree on a higher rate of rent, or (b) the landlord obtains the necessary approval from a rent review officer. A landlord may apply to a rent review officer for permission to increase rent more than eight per cent. A tenant may file an application with the landlord requiring him to justify any increase. These applications must be made by Jan. 31, 1976. Should a landlord and tenant agree on an increase in rent above the eight per cent guide- line. they must complete and sign a rent increase agreement no later than Jan, 17, 1976. Copies of these agreements should he kept by both parties. Forms may be obtained by writing Rent Review. Box 580. Postal Station F. Toronto, M4Y 2L8. Or you may wish to use the form published recently in this newspaper. However, a tenant may cancel such an agreement by completing a statement of revocation within 30 days of the signing of the agreement. By signing a rent increase agreement the tenant waives the right to appeal the increase during the period July 30. to Dec. 31. 1975. The tenant also waives the right to collect a rebate of rent as provided for in this act. other than the amount of rebate, nifty. stated in the rent increase agreement. Rent increase agreements do not apply for any period after Dec, 31, 1975. and do not constitute a waiver of the tenant's right to appeal the amount of rent charged on or after Jan. I, 1916, Province of Ontario Osborne & Hibbert Mutual Fire Insurance Conipany (Established in 1876) Provides Full Insurance Coverage for Town Dwellings as well as Farm Properties AGENTS Ross Hodgert Woodham 229-6643 Hugh Benninger Dublin 345-2001 Clayton Harris Mitchell 348-9051 Mrs. Elaine Skinner Exeter 235-1553 Wally Burton Exeter 235-0350 DIRECTORS AND ADJUSTERS Jack Harrigan Robert Gardiner Clayton Colquhoun Martin Feeney Ray McCurdy William Chaffe RR 3, Lucan RR 2, Staffa - RR 1, St, Marys Dublin RR 1, Kirkton Mitchell HEAD OFFICE — 507 MAIN ST., EXETER Phone 2350350 Church news Lambeth defeats Juveniles Novice team beat Dorchester 411) The Sacrament of Holy Communion was observed on Sunday, January 4, in Lucan United Church. Owing to a cold, Rev, Swart Madden spoke very briefly of an upcoming series on "Eldership of the Church" and what a great strength elders can be to other members of the congregation, The series will include other offices of the Church. During the communion service Mr. Madden said that the words "eternal sacrifice" meant Christ's blood shed for us for our sins and is just as relevant today as it was years ago. Four new members were welcomed into full communion: Austin, Elva and Linda Timms from Woodham United Church and Pat Gillespie from Giles United Church in Windsor. Elders Robert Murray and C,B. Culbert assisted Mr. Madden in the reception of new members. The flowers in the church were from the funeral of the late Douglas Ewen and the sympathy of the congregation is extended to Mrs. Ewen and the family. Next Sunday Mr. Madden and the Rev. Clyde Westhaver of Ailsa Craig will exchange pulpits for the day. Lucan congregational annual meeting will follow worship on January 25th with sandwich and dessert luncheon. Members are asked to bring enough lunch for their own families. Secretaries and treasurers are urged to get their reports into the Church office at once. Sunday the Rev. Jim Somer- ville Director of Compassion of Canada will bring his musical guests to Lucan Public School for a Sunday concert With him will be contralto, Marion Crowley Newley and tenor Gary Kivell The offering will be in support of "Compassion." ucw The executive of the UCW met in Lucan United Church Monday evening to make plans for the year. Mrs. David Park president presided and several recom- mendations will be presented at the meeting on Tuesday at a p.m, Mrs. M.H. Hodgins Regional Vice-president will bring the New Year message. _Pentecostal church news Beginning January 6 and continuing every Tuesday after, family night will be held. This means that all group activities, being held in the church will be changed to Tuesday night from 7:30 p.m. to about 8:30 p.m. There will be activities for every age group every member of the family. This new program is to allow more people to come to the meeting as all can come together eliminating the need of someone to look after the children at home. Mr. & Mrs. Cecil Robb spent part of their holiday with their daughter and her family Mr. $t Mrs. LeNeve of Point Edward. Lucan friends of Mrs. Lloyd Acheson of London formerly of Lucan, are glad to hear she has returned to her home following a week spent at St. Joseph's Hospital. Mrs. Cecil Robb who is con- vener of agriculture for North Middlesex attended the Farmers Federation Meeting held at the CIA building last Monday evening. Last Friday Bill Haskett brought Mrs.Flossie Dickins by ambulance from the Exeter Hospital to the McCormick Home and also paid Miss L.E. Abbott a most appreciative visit. In a letter from Mrs. Clayton Abbott of California she reports they have moved to 14932 Crosswood Road, La Mirada California and that Mr. Murray Abbott of Centralia is spending the winter with them, Another accident occurred at the Elginfield intersection last Sunday, January 4, when vehicles operated by David Cook of Blyth and Ian Graham of Inglewood collided. Lucan Ambulance Service was dispatched and took Mr. Graham to U.W.O. Hospital suffering from cuts and bruises. Const. Hodgins of the Lucan O.P.P. estimated damages at $3800. On Friday, January 2 an ac- cident occurred on County Road 22, just south of concession 14 when a car driven by John Barr of London left the road and rolled over in the ditch. Const. Hodgins set damage at $800. On Tuesday, December 30 on Conc. 5, west of West Nissouri, a mile north of Thorndale, a car driven by Thomas Vleeming, RR 1 Dorchester, left the road and struck a tree. Const. Hodgins investigated and set damages at $1500. The Lucan Novice had Dor- chester on their home ice on Saturday. The score ended up 6-0 for Lucan, The sharp shooters were Les Arts with a pair, Brent Bannerman with a pair, and singles by Tim Shipley and Jesse Crawford. Brent Fowles the Lucan goalie played a mar- vellous game to gain his shutout. In Lambeth, Sunday the Lucan Novice came home scoreless. The Lucan boys never gave up their fight but came home with a 2-0 loss. The Lucan Atoms played Huron Park on Saturday. The game ended up a 1-1 tie with fine performances at each end the rink by the goal tenders of each team. The lone marksman for Lucan was Doug Pettit, Lucan House League First Bantam game was bet- ween the Eagles and the Hawks. The Hawks defeated the Eagles 6- 2, The goal scorers for the Hawks were Kevin Windsoon with 3. Paul Gilmore, Scott Revington and Al MaSlen with singles. The goal getter for the Eagle was Gary Danner with a pair. The Sabres defeated the Aces 7- 5 in the second game. Goals for the Sabres were by Jim Hardie 2, John Tooders with 3 and Cohn Wildfong and Martin Van Praet with singles. The first pee wee game was between the Barons and ' the Thunderbirds and ended up 3.2 By MRS. E. SUMMERS GRANTON The Granton Community' Recreation Association held their annual New Year's Eve dance at the Forester's Hall, it proved to be one of the best ever attended, thanks partly to the weather, which was most co-operative. The music for dancing was provided by Sounds Unlimited. Church news At the United Church Rev. Mary McInally conducted the worship for the first. Sunday of the New Year and officiated at the service of Holy Communion. The meditation was based on the feeding of the 5,000; and taken from the Gospel of Luke 9-10-17, the title being "Our sufficient Lord" Christ who feeds itS",41wants us to feed others, as we are channels of God's love, said Rev. McInally. A number of the new smaller editions of the Anglican and United Church hymn books were dedicated in memory of Mrs. Frank (Delva) Dale. Mrs. Terry Johnson was welcomed as a new member of the church through transfer from Guelph. The morning service at St. Thomas Anglican Church, was cancelled owing to bad weather conditions. Persona Is Mrs. Wm. Bannerman & her sister Miss Winnie Harlton of London, joined a five day bus trip to Chicago, to attend the Literature Crusades Conference there. Mr. & Mrs. Heinz Schroers from West Germany spent Christmas and the New Year holidays and will be guests for the month of January with Mrs. Schroer's sister and her husband Mr, & Mrs. Herman Kepke. Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Hodgins and family of Lancaster, are spending a few days with Gor- don's parents Mr. & Mrs, Nor- man Hodgins. Mr. & Mrs. Bruce White and Amy of Halifax Nova Scotia were visitors of Mrs. White's parents, Mr. & Mrs, Kenneth Mulholland, for the Barons, The Baron goal scorers were Robbie Black, Pat Murphy, Chris Socket. The Thunderbirds goal scorers were John Horninsky and Mike Scott. Second pee wee game was between the Lions and the Bombers. The Lions defeated their opposition 5-2, The Lions goal scorers were Don Liley with a pair and Mike Neil with a pair and a single by Daren The Bomber goal scorers were Joe Van Boxmeer and Brian Curra, Blazers beat Raiders in third pee wee game. Goal scorers for the Blazers were Dave Jones and Terry Maslen. The lone marksmen for the Raiders was Andrew Thomson. Uncle Sam loses second game in row when his Wildcats lost to the Cougars 1-0. The Cougar goal scorer was Ian Ramey.' The flying Jets proceeded in their winnings with a 5-1 victory over the Bears. The goal scorers for the Jets were a pair by Todd Froats, - and singles by 'Don Hugill Rod Johnston and Todd clayter. The Bears lone goal was scored by Dave Weaver. The Flying Irish Jr. D bombed the Exeter Hawks on Friday night. The Lucan players had no help from the referees in their fine performance. The Lucan team defeated them 8-1. The Lucan sharp shooters were Jim Maguire, Ed Robb, and Randy Kraut all with doubles and singles Mr. & Mrs. Robert Lester and family have returned from a vacation in Florida. Mr. & Mrs. Donald Ceasar of Lion's Head were recent guests of Mr, & Mrs. John Harlton and Brett. Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Elders, Jamie, Janet, Julie of Chatham spent a few days with Mrs. Fred Crouch. Mrs. Dwain Jeffrey & Jehnifer of Thorndale recently visited with Mrs. Jeffrey's father Mr. Wm. Powell. Mrs, Ross Clatworthy, Mrs. Wm. Cook & Billy were New Year's dinner guests of Mr. & Mrs. Harry Hughes of St. Mary's.' Get well wishes are extended to Mrs. Harold Wallis and Mr. Norman Riddell who are both patients in St. Mary's Hospital. Mr. & Mrs. Ross Langford of Exeter were New Year's eve guests of Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Hodgins and family, also Mr. & Mrs. Burns Stephen, Greg and Andre of Burford visited Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Hodgins on Saturday, January 3, Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Hodgins and family were Friday evening dinner guests of Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Langford, Walter and Carl of Woodham. By MISS JEAN COPELAND Mr. & Mrs. Edward Mackie and granddaughters, Sharon and • Joanne Mackie of Toronto visited on Monday with Dr. & Mrs. George Morphy., Mr. & Mrs. Ken Mills, Christopher and Candace of Orillia visited Monday and Tuesday with Miss Rhea Mills. Mr. & Mrs. Bob Robinson and family were New Years Day visitors with Mr. & Mrs. Jack Robinson and family of Kirkton. Mr. & Mrs. Harry Webber by Ron Funston and Mike McIntyre, Hockey The Lucan Juveniles were defeated 11-2 Sunday evening by Lambeth. The lone goal markers were Rick Freeman, and Marty Wraith. Survey for home A survey of Lucan, Clan- deboye, and district will be made this week to find the feelings of the over 60 age group in regard to the need of a home for the elderly to be built here. Co-operation for all concerned would be ap- preciated. Senior club bowls Seniors 'enjoyed bowling December 30 which included a ear load of bowlers from Gran. ton. Next bowling day will be January 13, 1976, at 2:00 o'clock. Senior Citizen's Club meet today (Thursday) at 1:30 p.m. for euchre, bridge and crafts. By DENISE FLETCHER Mr. & Mrs. George Leadbitter returned home recently after a two week vacation in Florida. Mr. & Mrs. Brian Hodgson, Mr, Kevin Pehlke all 'of St. Marys visited recently with Mr. & Mrs. Sanford Hutton and Diane. Mr. & Mrs. Roger Greenslade and Karen, London spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. Mike Winbow Charene and Craig. Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Hutton, Clinton, Mr, Brant Mills, At- wood, Mr. & Mrs. Sanford Hutton and Diane spent New Year's day with Mr. & Mrs. David Hutton, Listowel. Mrs. Hazel Coward, Mr. & Mrs. Murray Coward and family spent New Year's Day with Mr. & Mrs. Gary Simpson, John Brock, .,Exeter; Rick Brock, Thunder Bay; Laura Jean Conlon, Margaret and Tracy Brock, Mrs, Evelyne Steven all of Woodham visited New Year's Day with Mr. & Mrs. Ivan Brock. Mr. & Mrs. Murray Coward and family visited Friday with Mrs. Hazel Coward. Mr. & Mrs. Ed Kelly spent New Year's Eve with Mr. & Mrs. tric Clayburn. Mr. &Mrs. Tom Coward visited Saturday evening with Mrs. Hazel Coward. Mr. & Mrs. Ron Fletcher and Denise, Mr. Doug Fletcher, Jim Fletcher, Mr. & Mrs. Larry Lynn and Mark visited New Year's Day with Mr. & Mrs. Don Hooper, Exeter. Mr. & Mrs. Roh Fletcher and Denise visited recently with Mr. & Mrs. Bob Hume and Carl Jr., Exeter. spent New Years Day with Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Cowdrey, Patricia and Bob of Eighth Line. Mrs. Dave Davis and Alison of St. Marys, Mr. & Mrs. David Wheeler, Steven and Bobby, Mr. & Mrs. George Wheeler, Mr. & Mrs. John Rodd, Pamela and Calvin, Mrs. Frank Rodd, Mrs. John Butters and Miss Jean Copeland were New Years Day visitors with Mr. & Mrs. Glenn Copeland, Cynthia Ellen and Deanna. Mr, & Mrs. Don Brine, Mr. & Mrs. Jim McNaughton, and Mr. & Mrs. David Wheeler were New Year's Eve guests with Mr. & Mrs Jim Mitchell, St, Marys. The community extends deepest sympathy to Mr. & Mrs. Arnold Hern and family in the passing of Mrs, Hero's mother, Mrs. Harvey Squire, and also to the family of the late Mrs. Edgar Rodd, Mrs. Dave Davis and Alison of St. Marys visited on Friday with Mr. & Mrs. Dave Williams, Sandra, Beth, Chris and Leonard. Mr. & Mrs. Earl Watson, Third Line, Mr. & Mrs. Paul McNaughton, Rodney, Randy and Shawn, Mr, & Mrs. Bob Marshall, Brent and Lana of Kirkton and Mrs. Ira McCurdy were guests New Years Day with Mr. & Mts. Reg McCurdy, Jason and Jeffrey. Mr, William .Armstrong of Lieury was a New Yeats guest with Mr, & Mrs. Clarence , Thomson and family I Miss Rhea Mills spent New Years Day as a guest of Mr. & Mrs. Don Rixon and family of London. Mt, & Mrs. Glenn Jeffrey, Man and Connie, Thames Road and Mrs. Win. Thomson of Exeter were Sunday guests with Mr, & Mrs. Clarence Thomson and Mrs. Marie Mi'llo of London visited 'on Saturdtv with Misa Rhea Mills. Attendance best ever at Granton Rec. dance Family, friends visit Woodham community