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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1977-12-15, Page 25A NIGHT WITH CERAMICS — Several area ladies have been gathering at the residence of Mary Lou Hyde of Hensall for lessons in ceramics, Members of the Tuesday night class in the above are (counter clockwise from the bottom right) Mary Helen Whiting, Betty Simmons, Mariiy .1 Brintnell, Shirley Kerslake, Mrs. Hyde, Matty McGregor, Margaret Hoggarth, Grace Drummond and Mary Connolly. T-A photo Hensall and distri0 news CORRESPONDENTS . Mrs. Hilda.Payne, Phone 262.5018 Mrs, Bertha Mrtceregor, Phone 262.2025 Seniors' housing debated Will prosecute clump vandals Tirnes.A dvo te, December 1 1977 Paoli 25 What does business tax pay for? WELCOME HENSALL CHILDREN to The Annual Christmas Party Sponsored by the Hensall Kinettes featuring "NO STRINGS ATTACHED" Puppet Show And SANTA CLAUS Thursday, December--15th 7:30 p,m. at Henson Public School HENSALL HYDRO CUSTOMERS The Ontario Hydro has informed us their estimated rates and charges, effective January 1, 1978, show an estimated increase of 9.6% less an estimated 6.3% excess revenue ob- tained by Ontario Hydro in 1977, which leaves an increase to our Utility of an estimated 3.3%. The Utility hopes to be able to absorb this estimated 3.3% increase for 1978, thus eliminating the need for an increase in your electric rates as well as giving you, our Customers, your share of the excess revenue. Season's Greetings. HENSALL PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION Harold Knight, Chairman Charles Hay, Commissioner John Baker, Commissioner 1440, " HURON COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE SUBSCRIPTION TICKETS MAKE ENTERTAINING CHRISTMAS GIFTS Subscription tickets cost $27.00 and are good for six admissions at any time during the 1978 Summer Season. You can detach the six tickets and give them to friends as singles or in pairs...plus, you'll get one extra bonus ticket free. That's a total saving of $15.00 over regular admission prices. AVAILABLE IN HENSALL THROUGH DOUG COOK — TELEPHONE 262- 2124 NOTICE Villa ge of Hensall No Parkin g Between 2 AM - 7 AAA On villa ge streets durin g winter months All residents of the village of Hensall are reminded that pur- suant to Bylaw No. 876, section 6, subsection 13 it is illegal & unlawful to leave a vehicle parked or standing on any street within the village limits from Dec. 1 - Mar. 31st. All persons are required to govern themselves accordingly, Harold Knight Reeve of Henson OUR APOLOGIES The hours in the Al's Market advertisement in Hensall were published in error last week. Al's are open their regular hours and not as stated in the paper. We apologize for any in- convenience this error may have caused Al's or their customers. -s<z4fmr.mmtww tz=mmilmwitttm, imes voc BUILDING CENTRE PROTECT YOUR CARPET Vinyl Carpet Runner This vinyl carpet runner will protect your broadloom from dirt being tracked all over. Ideal for hallways, stairs or doorways as it is 27" wide. Buy now and be prepared for dirty weather. Heavy duty weight lays flat ' 29 PER L. FOOT. Ball-Macaulay Limited HENSALL 262-2418 Get advice from our friendly courteous staff or let us do-it for you. • Floor Covering • Wall Panelling • Wallpaper or Stucco or Paint • Design your new Kitchen easy to clean. ONLY Seaforth 527-0910 Clinton 482-9514 Limited Mansell! 262-2418 accommodation in any of the units where space is available. At the present time, Hensall has agreements with Exeter and Zurich whereby residents can live in apartments in those two communities and the village pays their share of any deficit, Knight said he was concerned that the ownership of the units was held by the municipality in which they were built, noting that the money for the construction of the apartments was provided by the two senior levels of govern- ment, "We should have one too," he said. The Reeve said that a study , undertaken in Hensall showed that there was no need for a complete apartment building, but there were about six citizens who could make use of the ac- commodation, Council members had no further comment on the subject, which is expected to be debated again by county council in the new year. Auxiliaiy meet The Ladies' Legion Auxiliary held their Christmas meeting Tuesday evening with the president Mrs. Beatrice Uyl in charge. The "money doll" draw will be made December 24. Plants and treats will be given to the shut-in members at Christ- mas. Mrs. Mona Campbell won the mystery prize; Mrs. Beatrice Uyl won the attendance prize; Mrs. Donna Allan won the guessing prize. The members exchanged Christmas gifts and a social hour enjoyed when refreshments were served. CNIB Canvass Successful Eric Luther has advised the area canvass on behalf of the Canadian Institute for the Blind realized $1,325.15. He gratefully acknowledges the efforts of the ladies of the following groups: Carmel Presbyterian Church, Women's Auxiliary, Amber Rebekah Lodge and Women's Institute. The generous con- sideration of all area contributors is very much appreciated. 3ftv1osloilih14tirimi,NOMMiddleseit Through much of the debate at Hensel! council's Meeting thiEt week, there was a recurring question of the reason for assessing a business tax. The debates ranged from snow removal and parking to use of the village dump, and in each of those discussions there was a suggestion that some businesses weren't getting anything in return for their business tax. Monday's meeting started off with a discussion with Eric Campbell of Hensall Motors over a complaint aired by neighboring property owners that the firm parked vehicles near their property and on occasions blocked driveways, Mid-way through the discussion, Councillor Homer Campbell suggested that the firm paid as much business tax as business on main street and they should therefore have the same parking privileges. The council member then suggested that council should pay for snow removal around Hensall Motors because they pay for snow removal in the downtown area. However, Reeve Harold Knight said the snow was not removed from the downtown area for the benefit of the businessmen, but rather for convenience of motorists. "Just think how much it would cost us," Knight said in reference to the suggestion that snow should be removed from all businesses in the village. "I don't care if it costs us a fortune," Campbell replied. "Now, now be reasonable," Knight replied. The Reeve said council ' plans to look at the overall situation of snow removal and also to con- sider a bylaw prohibiting the dumping of snow on village property. He said that discussion would probably take place at the next meeting, adding that it was a very complex matter. Councillor Harry Klungel suggested that the discussion on snow removal should be held some time in July. "We could be more objective then," commented Councillor Paul Neilands. Before leaving Monday's meeting, Eric Campbell said his firm would try and police their parking as best they could, although it was suggested that satisfying one neighbor would probably be an impossibility. Lodge has bake sale Noble Grand Mrs. Maggie Campbell presided for the meeting of Amber Rebekah Lodge Wednesday evening assisted by Mrs. Aldeen Voiland R.S.V.G. Mrs. Margaret Consitt reported the proceeds of the C.P.T. Euchre; Mrs. Bertha MacGregor reported the proceeds of the bake sale and Mrs. Maggie Campbell reported for the visiting committee. "The United Nation's Pilgrimage for Youth" meeting held in Clinton Lodge, December 14. Several "Thank You" notes were read including one from the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. Arrangements were made to hold the "Secret Pal" night January 4. Following the meeting the members gathered around the • Christmas tree, singing carols led by Mrs. Ruby Bell and Mrs. Isobel Rogerson accompanying at the piano. Mrg. Elizabeth Riley favoured with a reading "Christmas Season". Contests were directed by Mrs, Isobel Rogerson. An exchange of gifts was followed by a social hour and lunch in the lower hall. Members of council tended to agree with that contention. Wants key The discussion about the dump arose when Bill Taylor of Traylor Industries asked council for a key to the site. He said he had been told previously that it would cost the firm from $75 to $100 to have a key and he questioned what value they received for the $700 they paid annually in business tax. Knight said that paying a btisiness tax does not entitle people to industrial waste disposal, "Where does the business tax go?" asked Councillor Campbell. Clerk Betty Oke said it was just another form of taxation, while Councillor Bevan Bonthron suggested it was a means of The W.M.S. of Carmel Presbyterian Church held their Christmas meeting Thursday afternoon with president Mrs. Harvey Hyde presiding, and opened with "Thoughts on Christmas". Mrs. Clarence Volland was in charge of the Christmas devotional assisted by Mrs. Agnes Madge who read the Scripture. Mrs. Malcolm Dougall played a piano instrumental "The Bells of St. Marys". Mrs. John Soldan presented the slate of officers and they were installed by Mrs. Alex Third advent candle is lit The service at the Hensall United Church on Sunday was conducted by Rev. Don Beck with Mrs. John Turkheim at the organ. This was the third Sunday in Advent and the third advent candle was lit by Dave Kyle; this candle is pink, in contrast to the others and signifies the joy in Christmas. The choir sang the anthem "Shepherds on the hillside" and the title of the sermon was 'And What of Us?' In every crisis we can either turn to God or away from Him - we can no longer claim our lives as our own if we give God control. Many flower arrangements adorned the sanctuary donated by the families of the late Lorne Chapman, Anna Dilling and Donald McArthur and also from the wedding of Patricia Lemon and Larry Brown. No Mail No long distance mail was received in the Hensall post office on three days last week due to the snow storms in the area and in London. Hensall Hockey Hensall has three hockey teams playing this winter, Pee Wees, Bantams and Midgets. Both bantam games were can- celled due to the weather last week, while pee wees lost to Zurich 3-0. The Hensall boys played a good game, in spite of losing, but Zurich came along strong, scoring one in the second period and twice in the third. Prices Steady Hensall Sales Barn prices were steady this week with an active demand. Supply consisted mainly of heifers and steers. Fat cattle; heifers, $44.50-$48.50, top to $50.70; steers, $47,50-$50.00, top to $50.80, Pigs; 'weanlings $35,00- $45.00; chunks $47.50-$65.00. The Light Touch draining off businesses to help residential taxpayers. "There's no advantage in paying a business tax," Campbell said. "There's no advantage in paying any tax," Councillor Paul Neilands quicklY added, Taylor said that people should get something in return for the extra tax levy. He said' his firm had a Pickup load of refuse each week and would like access to the dump at their convenience, although they didn't think they should have to pay for that privilege. However, Knight said the fee paid by businesses which now have a key goes towards main- taining the dump and he opined that council would lose control of the facility if too many people MacGregor as follows: president, Mrs, Harvey Hyde; vice- president, Mrs. John • Soldan; secretary, Mrs. Bert Thompson; assistant secretary, Mrs. Rochus Faber; treasurer, Mrs. Percy Campbell; Glad Tidings secretary, Mrs, Percy Campbell; friendship, social and literature, -Mrs. Earl Campbell; supply secretary; Mrs. Edith Bell; associate members, Mrs. Ed Munn; Queensway represen- tative, Mrs, Rochus Faber; Cradle Roll secretary, Mrs. Clarence Voiland, stamp collector, Mrs. Rachel Schwalm; pianist, Mrs. Malcolm Dougall. The next meeting will be held January 9 at 2 p.m. The Ladies' aid meeting followed with the following of- ficers, president, Mrs. Clarence Volland; vice-president, Mrs. Malcolm Dougall; secretary, Mrs. Edith Bell; treasurer, Mrs. Harvey Hyde; group leaders, Mrs. Esther Wright; Mrs. Percy Campbell, Mrs.Malcolrn Dougall. A Christmas lunch was served following the meeting and a social hour enjoyed by all. Parties staged for Christmas The Legion and Ladies' Auxiliary entertained the children Sunday afternoon when they enjoyed films after which Santa Claus arrived and distributed treats and gifts to all. There was a good attendance. Hensall Motors Ltd., the Campbell's and their employees held their Christmas party at the. Pineridge Chalet, Saturday evening. ended up- with keys. He said council would review the situation and advise Taylor of what fee they would have to pay for a key. Will lay charges In a reference to the dump later in the meeting, Neilands reported that a juvenile had been ap- prehended attempting to break into the site, In view of the fact the youth had never been in trouble with the law before and had agreed to. pay the $60 damage caused to the gate, no charges were laid. However, Neilands said that "if anyone else is caught, they will be charged and prosecuted to the full extent of the law". He suggested this action was necessary in view of the in- creased problem being ex- perienced with people damaging the dump gate and locks, In other business, Monday, council: Learned from Herman Van- wieren that three building per- mits had been issued to a value of $26,000. Approval was given to Eileen Rennie to remove a small shed on her property, and repairs and alterations were approved for the Queensway Nursing Home and Cecil Kipfer. Granted a Christmas bonus of $100 to Gary Maxwell and $50 to clerk Betty Oke, the difference being the fact that Mrs, Oke had not worked a full year for the Decided to meet with the puo on December 29 to discuss the sewer .surcharge on water bills. Some concern has been ex- pressed over the fact that people who turn off their water and head south for the winter do not pay for sewer availability during that time. Were advised that the bill for Et, M. Ross and Associates to represent them in the hearing over the Black Creek drain was $1,004.88. It was opined that Hay's bill for engineering and lawyer fees would be twice as high as that. Paid accounts amounting to $178,284.65. These included the final installment of the county and school board levies, as well as an interim payment to the arena contractors. The salaries for the firemen were also in- cluded, amounting to $4,960.70 for the past year. Approved purchase of a new typewriter for the clerk's office at a cost of $836,58. Learned that effective December 31, Canadian National Railways (express division) will provide pickup and delivery services directly to the door of customers in the Hensall area and will discontinue the service of the present facility. Hensall Reeve Harold Knight predicted this week that a suggestion to have all senior citizen apartments in Huron taken over by the county "will have a pretty rough ride through county council". Under the proposal, all municipalities in the county yould share in the deficit of the geared-to-income units now located in seven municipalities. Any senior citizens in Huron would then become eligible for Nhrtli I4mhlen Slime 103 gra. VriangarliM. By JACK LAyeNDER They're really doing something about noise pollution. For in- stance, when was the last time you heard opportunity knock? You know you've arrived in socie- ty when your name is listed everywhere but in the phone book. * * A perfect example of minority rule is a baby in the house. * * * A lot of people can't handle prosperity — but then, most of them don't have to. * * Kids are so well-behaved as Christmas nears. it's nice having your opinions treated as though they mattered. * « * Here's ono thing that mottos; at JACK'S Small Engine Repair Servite 107 Queen St., Hensall 262-2103 Women at Carmel choose new officers BUILDING CENTRE