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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1977-11-24, Page 5Times-Advocate, November 24, 1977 Page Sincerely, Pat Fletcher Gwyn Whilsmith for Exeter & District Heritage Foundation •V Dear Sir: Last week, friends and relatives paid tribute to a citizen of Exeter who was in life a dynamic and radiant personality. Although she had lived in Exeter for only 12 years she was proud of her town and was often known to be an outspoken sup- porter of the historic buildings of Exeter which she hoped would remain a part of the history of our area. Not that she was against the addition of new buildings, for she often remarked on the benefits the South Huron Recreational Centre would bring to' all the people of Exeter and surrounding area. It was just that Joyce Monteith could see the architectural and historic beauty in the stately old buildings of Exeter — homes, her church, Trivitt Memorial Anglican and most of all, the Exeter Town Hall. To see the restoration of the Exeter Town Hall was a delight for Joyce because she had the foresight and determination to believe in the people who lived in this town and she had no doubt that when it was completed it would be a landmark of which we could all be proud. It was a great moment for her when she knew that the belfry had been restored to its position at the top of the town hall, How pleased anil proud she was of the restoration work which has been completed. I consider myself fortunate and I know my life has been made richer for having known and shared a part of Joyce's life. She brought greatstrength and, joy to those whd knew her for we gained in knowledge and determination in her presence. Her positive outlook, strong faith and cheery disposition were constant companions which she shared with all who visited her. The town of Exeter has been made poorer by her loss but the SHDHS report — Continued from Page 4 progress," To achieve this means understanding that we are a scientific civilization. In practical everyday terms this means education must emphasize mathematics, science, and technology. It means developing an un- derstanding of science and a knowledge of how nature works. It means a realization that our economic problems, our problems in energy, the en- vironment, pollution control, disease, starvation, develop- ment, even the problems of human cooperation and the avoidance of destructive war can be solved only with more knowledge in the areas of science and technology not by a retreat from science. In philosophical terms it means an understanding of the- nature of man, Science explains the "uniqueness of man". Science points out that we are "natures unique experiment to make rational intelligence prove itself sounder than reflex." As Bronowski points out in "The Ascent of Man", "knowledge is our destiny." So, it is not retreat that we must consider. Man did not evolve to his present substantial intellectual level by retreating, Carl Sagan in his 'Dragons of Eden' is right on target when he warns that "we are unlikely to survive if we do not make full and creative use of our human in- felligence", The main job of education.; then, is the promotion of this most uniquely human charac- teristic, namely our intelligence. richness of her deeds, thoughts and memories lives on. Sincerely, Mary Moffatt • S • • • • Bail Fringe AN colours, red, 88* white, green— Our Reg. 59c yd... 2 yards • 60" PRINTED Interlock • • • • Time To Stock Up Now On VITAMINS 36" midwale Corduroy Challis poc; polyester prints & borders — Our Reg. 3.98 yd. — NOW 2 yd. 88 $3.97 Paramettes multivitamins ... because %fop care about your family's health Pararnette, polyvitamines pare* clue vous avez a coeur la sante de licrtre faimille. 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Glancing about after our "pit stop" at the 401 service centre, one could see heads starting to droop and nod. One little gal was fortunate to have the comforting lap of a teacher for her tired head while others had to find some comfort in each other's shoulders. "Oh, he's asleep," our seat companion murmured as still another question was aimed in our direction. Hopefully the answer that was to have been elicited was not that impor- tant...and anyway it was too dark to write. Soon we were pulling into our destination, the youthful enthusiasm now missing as parents moved among the tired bodies to sort out their offsprin and even the cool night air failed, to rejuvenate some. It had been a hig day...a day of new experiences, new sights, new sounds...and certainly new questions. Seeing the Royal Winter Fair through a youngster's eyes is an experience everyone should have. You see things you've never seen before and realize again that enthusiasm is con- tagious and if you allow yourself to be swallowed up in that at- mosphere, you really don't need an adult-sized pain reliever. Was that our bus driver's secret! Dear Editor: Throughout her illness, which Cut her life so short, she remain- ed her witty, exuberant self. Her faith never wavered, she believ- ed in the goodness of people and the goodness of God right up to the end, The Reverend George Ander- son, speaking at her funeral, summed up her attributes in the words of St, Paul; "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me..." Joyce will be greatly missed but she left a heritage to all who knew her..,one of courage and faith. Last week, Exeter and District Heritage Foundation lost one of its charter members when Joyce Anne Monteith died, Joyce had a strong belief that we all learn from the past and she sensed the need to preserve and keep some of that past with us. She sparked the citizens' com- mittee that was formed to do a feasibility study of the town hall, and later, when the Heritage Foundation was formed she was one of its staunchest workers. It was largely due to her drive that the town hall was saved because she had that indominable spirit that denied that something could not be done. Negativism, she did not understand; she constantly accentuated the positive. This attitude prevailed in all aspects • of her life. She was always prepared to go the second mile, to put a little more effort into something so that it turned out to be excellent rather than mediocre, That was what made her such an effective teacher as she probed and prodded the best out of young minds. 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