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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1979-03-28, Page 2Page 2 District obituariesTimes-Advocate, March 23, 1979 Ambulance charges increase The increase in ambulance charges announced January 19, 1979 by Ontario Minister of Health Dennis Timbrell go into effect throughout the province on Sunday, April 1. For all persons insured under the Ontario Hospital Insurance Plan the charge CIRCUS COMING The circus is coming to town. The Exeter Agricultural Society announced Monday that they will be sponsoring the May 28 appearance of the Martin and Downs cir- cus at the Exeter fairgrounds. The Martin and Downs circus annually tours Canada and presents one of the finest family perfor­ mances under the big top. The Agricultural Society will announce in this newspaper the start of the ticket sales campaign. They receive a percentage of all tickets sold and the money earned from this project will go toward their many worthwhile community minded projects. Advance tickets will be priced lower than box office tickets and it is hoped everyone in the area will support the sponsoring organization and buy ad­ vance circus tickets early. for ambulance service will be increased from $5 to $20. Mr. Enright, a media relations officer for the Ministry told the T-A Monday this is the first in­ crease since the plan was first established. The mileage charge for longer trips is being abolished and the $20 charge will be in effect for all in­ sured calls anywhere in the province. The service for uninsured persons or for those deemed as medically unnecessary by the receiving doctor will be increased from the present $25 to $40. There is one decrease in the charge for ambulance services. The rate for air ambulances will be down to $20 from the present $25. Mr, Enright said the ac­ tual cost of an average ambulance call is about $90. South Huron Hospital administrator Tom Hudson said the hospital would continue to send out the bills for ambulance services. He added, “This will really not increase our income. It’s what we call offsetting revenue. The amount of monies we receive from the Ontario Ministry of Health will be reduced by the amount of money we get for ambulance calls.” LIONS FARMER NIGHT — Around 200 members of the Exeter Lions Club and their guests were in attendance at the local ser­ vice club's annual farmers' night held Thursday at the South Huron Rec Centre in Exeter. Chatting about the nights activities are farmers Ross Corbett and Doug McBride, guest speaker Adrian Vos1, past president of the Huron county federation of agriculture and Lions president Don Mousseau. T-A photo Huron short courses popular A LOAN FOR ALL REASONS There are any number of good reasons to borrow. We ll offer advice, and the money to see you through. VICTORIA AND GREY TRUST Since 1844 The being farmers are attracting better attendances than ever before according to Huron Ag Rep Don Pullen. Speaking to the Crediton Women’s Institute Family night Wednesday Pullen said, “Huron farmers are noted for going to short courses. They are really keen to mingle and learn something new.” He continued, “This is likely because we are so agriculturally oriented. We have the best land and the most innovative farmers in the province.” Pullen pointed out a Practical Pig Care and Demonstration course last week in Seaforth was over subscribed and will be repeated tomorrow, Thur­ sday at the Seaforth Veterinary Clinic. Pullen reiterated his previous statement that Huron had the best farmland in North America adding, “We also have a favourable growing climate. Crop failures are almost unknown. This takes the risk and uncertainty out of far­ ming.” He expanded on that statement saying, “I had always said crop failures were unknown until the 1977 1979 short courses offered to Huron white bean disaster. Now I say, almost unknown.” Pullen said Huron is the leader in Ontario in the most improved farmland with 600,000 acres. He continued, “We don’t have the pressure that some counties have from urban sprawl. County council showed great vision in 1972 when they introduced their plan for development. It sure helps in preserving agricultural land.” Talking about the Canadian statistic where every farmer produces enough food to feed 52 per­ sons, Pullen said, “In Huron I think that figure could be multiplied by four.” He went on to explain that in Huron the average farm income is $40,000, four times the Canadian average of $10,000. The annual farm product value in Huron is $160,000,000. Returning to the subject of extension programs in the county, Pullen said, “farm management programs encourage and assist far­ mers to use available resources to have productive and profitable programs.” ‘ * Some times the workshops are very helpful for our staff, too. They also get new ideas from the farmers themselves,” Pullen concluded. Pullen outlined the various services available through the Clinton office of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food. He said during 1978 11,029 letters had been received in the office and letters written by totalled 27,996. staff Little flooding in A-B Authority area about Contact our office: 425 Main Street Exeter 235-0530 Cancer Continued from front page and seen on television, all communicate to the public the importance of preven­ tion, early detection and treatment of cancer and are available because of the public’s financial support of the Society. Programs which help ease the way of the cancer patient would not be possible without the time and money donated by Canadians. “This month 120,000 peo­ ple across Canada will be out canvassing for your donation to support the vital work of the Canadian Cancer Society. Join the team effort and give generously. Cancer can be beaten if we all do our part in the fight. Much has been done: there is yet much to do. Be part of a winning team.” Difficult trip from Detroit Exeter resident Gerry Fergusson didn’t expect the trouble he encountered Sunday night, nor did he expect the source of the assistance he received. He left Exeter to drive to the Detroit airport to pick up his sons, Stephen and David, who spent the spring break vacation in Florida with their grandparents. While stopped at the border crossing at Windsor, Fergusson’s car quit and he managed to get a battery boost from two men in a nearby truck. They turned out to be Reid Evans and Clarence Toffelmier who were driving an Exeter Produce vehicle. However, his problems didn’t end there. When he finally arrived at the airport, the boys were busy wat­ ching the TV showing of The Ten Commandments and wanted to see the ending. The show lasted for four and a half hours. While he managed to get the boys away from the TV, Fergusson found the driving conditions just too difficult on the ice-slicked 401 and ended up spending the night with relatives in Chatham. According to spokesmen for the Ausable-Bayfield Conservation Authority little flooding has occurred in the watershed this year. Theresa Whalen a plan­ ning technician said “We’ve got away pretty easy” with the exception of “the traditional Port Franks break up.” She said the situation at Port Franks at the mouth of Ausable River has corrected itself in the past few days. • The Authority is main­ taining a watch on the mouth of Ausable at Grand Bend and the Bayfield river at Bayfield as ice from Lake Huron breaks up. Compared to flooding on the Grand river and lower Thames, there have been no major problems in this area, Ms. Whalen said. Asked ab'put the possibility of future flooding Ms. Whalen replied “We’re certainly over the worst of it” but cautioned there is still much frost in the ground and largeamountsofwater in the fields. Unless there are large accumulations of precipitation there should be no problem, she said. Authority superintendent Ted Jones said with the exception of Port Franks “it’s been an ideal spring.” Jones said cool nights and warm days are the ideal conditions as it allows the ice to move out of the rivers without jams forming. He said the Authority kept a close watch on snow conditions with the amount of precipitation being slightly lower than other years. RUSSELLBALKWILL In Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, on Tuesday, March 20, 1979, Russell E. Balkwill of Exeter in his 84th year. Beloved husband of the late Vivian Alice Hogarth. Dear father of Paul of Calgary, Alberta, and Claire of London. Brother of Mrs. Dorothy Milliken of Millbank, William of Downsview, and Ruth ( Mrs. Gerald Ford) of Hanover. Predeceased by one sister; Mrs. Clara Hart. Grand­ father of Carol and Brian Balkwill of Calgary. Funeral service was held Saturday from the R.C. Dinney Funeral Home, Exeter with Rev. James Forsythe of­ ficiating. Interment in Exeter Cemetery. ELAINE WEBSTER Elaine Victoria Eugenia Webster (Hawkes) beloved wife of John Victor Webster of Exeter, dear mother of Angela Elaine Vandeworp of Elimville passed away at Exeter hospital, March 27, 1979. Also survived by sisters Elsie Fipkin, Lucy Hawkes, brothers Douglas Hawkes and Roy Hawkes, nieces, nephews all of Lon­ don, England and four grandchildren. No funeral home visitation. Funeral service at Trivitt Memorial Church, Exeter at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 29. Rev. Anderson officiating. Inter­ ment in Exeter Cemetery. HERBERT SCHENK At Clinton Public Hospital, on Saturday, March 24, 1979, Herbert Schenk of Huronview Home, and formerly of Crediton, in his 84th year. Dear brother of Maleeta of Exeter, and Mrs. Beatrice Tate of Hamilton, Nelson and Roy of Crediton, Hugo of Queensway Home, Hensail. Also a number of nieces and nephews survive. Predeceased by one brother, Henry and one sister; Mrs. Hilda Finkbeiner. The funeral was held Tuesday from the T. Harry Hoffman Funeral Home, Dashwood with Rev. H. Moore of­ ficiating. Interment Crediton Cemetery. Pallbearers were Harry Hirtzel, Bill Pfaff, Bill Wilds, Lloyd Roeszler, Lloyd Wein and Clarence Fahner. STANOBRE After a lengthly illness, March 21, 1979, Stanley James Obre in his 58th year. Beloved husband of Peggy (Murray) Obre. Dear father of Murray, Centralia; Mrs. Robert (Leona) McIntosh, Mt. Carmel; Mrs. Brian (Georgina) Finkbeiner, Edmonton Alberta and Morley, Exeter; also five grandchildren Julia and David, Jennifer and Trevor and Jason. Predeceased by parents Arthur and Tracy Obre, Wapella, Saskat­ chewan and sister Alma of B.C. Brothers Cecil of B.C. Clifford, Sask, and Allan, Winnipeg. He served five years overseas during World War two in France, Ger­ many, Italy, England and Holland. Reinlisted two years after his discharge from army in the Air Force and served for 20 years stationed at St, John’s Quebec..- ciareholm, Alberta and MacDonald, Manitoba, four Wing Germany and Clinton. Private Funeral service at Hopper-Hockey Funeral Home, Exeter on Friday March 23rd. Inter­ ment Exeter Cemetery. MRS. MARY GALLOP Mrs. Edwin Gallop Grand Bend and formerly of Russeldale and Kirkton passed away Friday, March 16, 1979 at South Huron Hospital, Exeter. She was the former Mary Roach and was born in Fullarton Township January 27, 1887, and was a daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. James Roach. She is survived by four daughters, (Grace) Mrs. Lome Hodge, Watford, (Winona) Mrs. Ross Mar­ shall, Grand Bend; (Mildred) Mrs. Leslie Barnes, Mitchell; (Peggy) Mrs. Reginald Paul; R.R. 1 St. Marys; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband in 1918 and one daughter (Ina) Mrs, Donald McRae of North Bay, two brothers and one sister. Funeral and committal services were held at Heath- Leslie Funeral Home, Mitchell on Monday, March 19. Rev. Frederick Faist officiated and interment took place in Kirkton Union Cemetery. ARTHUR LIGHTFOOT At Victoria hospital, South St. Campus Sunday March 25, Arthur Lightfoot of 160 Prince Street, London in his 70th year formerly of R.R. 2 Ailsa Craig. Beloved husband of Jean (Richard) Lightfoot, Dundas, Mrs. Marjorie Jean (Keith Connolly) London, Mrs. Shirley Elaine (Norm Shaddock) Parkhill, Allan Lightfoot, Tillsonburg. Also survived by 10 grand children and one great­ grandchild. Brother of Mrs. Lily (Jim Middleton). Stoke England, Mrs. Mary' (Tom Rathborn) New Castle, England. Friends will be received at the Evans Funeral Home, 648 Hamilton Road where funeral and committal service will be conducted in the chapel, Thursday March 29 at 2 p.m. Rev. Brian McKay of St. David’s Anglican Church officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetary. BEATRICE GEIGER At Victoria Hospital, Lon­ don, Ontario, on Saturday, March 24, 1979, Beatrice Mae (Manson) Geiger, beloved wife of Newell R. Geiger, in her 61st year. Dear mother of John A. Geiger of RR 1, Zurich. Two grandchildren. Dear sister of Gordon A. Manson of Dundas, William J. Manson of Midland, Donald Manson of Hawkestone, Ontario, Mrs. Clarence (Isobel) Horner of North Bay, Lome and Russell predeceased. The funeral was held Tues­ day from the Westlake Funeral Home, Zurich with Rev. Bruce Guy and Rev. Ephriam Gingerich of­ ficiating. Interment Zurich Emmanuel United Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Murray, Doug and Kent Manson, Irvin Martin, Cleave Gingerich and Mahlon Martin. fights Tools taken from local sign company SAVE ON LPS AND TAPES DURING OUR 20th ANNIVERSARY SALE ALL $7.98 LPS now $5*99 ALL $8.98 LPS now $6.99 tapeOther record and tape specials. Up to 5 Ips for $10.00. Eight track tapes from $3.98 Save off our regular prices. NOW ONLY Two accidents and one theft were among the in­ vestigations carried out by the Exeter police depart­ ment this week. There were no injuries in either accident, the first of which occurred on Thursday involving vehicles driven by David Robinson, 31 Simcoe St., and Wilma Tuck, 370 Carling. They collided on Huron St. and Constable George Robertson set total damage at $100. The other collision was reported on Monday, when vehicles driven by Blanche Stewart, RR 3 Exeter, and Judith Dalrymple, 43 Thames Road E., collided on Highway 83. That was investigated by Constable Brad Sadler and damage was listed at $200. On Wednesday, the police were called to Acme Neon Signs, Highway 83 W. to investigate the theft of tools from a company truck. One large tool box was stolen with a quantity of tools. Value of the goods was listed at $600. Constable Sadler is investigating. Police apprehended a male on Saturday and he was charged with driving while under suspension and later the same day, a 12-year-old juvenile reported missing from the Salvation Army youth hostel in London was picked up and returned to that facility. THEATRE LONDON Artistic Director William Hutt, has announced that David Brown will star op­ posite Dawn Greenhalgh in Bernard Slade’s wonderfully tender, wonderfully funny, Same Time, Next Year. Directed by Keith Batten, Same Time, Next Year proudly brings to the Grand Stage a delightful cast of two noted Canadian actors. Miss Dawn Greenhalgh makes her first appearance on the Grand stage. However, David Brown will still be remembered by many theatre-goers here in London for his nonsense in the comedy Boeing, Boeing and then as the 8-foot monster, The Creature, in Theatre London’s production of Frankenstein. Stephen lets gravel contract to Jennison NOW < ONLYfci 8 TRACK & CASSETTE REQ $7.98 now $6.29 REQ$8.98 now $6.99 The gravel contract for the township of Stephen for 1979 has been let to Jennison Construction of Grand Bend. The Grand Bend firm sub­ mitted the lowest of three tenders to supply, crush, deliver and spread ap­ proximately 20,000 cubic yards of gravel at $3.48 a cubic yard. The gravel is to be spread during the month of September. Council has received a report of the latest inspec­ tion of the township waste disposal site on Concession 14. It reported the fill cover­ ing as adequate but in­ dicated burning was con­ tinuing and should be cur­ tailed. As the result of a preliminary report on the proposed _ * ‘____ municipal drain at Lots 6 and 7, Concession 8, engineer C.P. Corbett has Chambers been instructed to complete a survey and bring in a report. A meeting will be held April 19 to deal with reports on repair of the Mud Creek drain and establishment of a new Ratz-Martens drain. Council is in the process of advertising for an animal control officer. Marilyn Lightfoot of Huron Park has been hired to sell dog tags in Huron Park. Clerk-treasurer Wilmar Wein and secretary Sharon Romphf have been granted permission to attend a grants seminar April 17 sponsored by the Ontario Ministry of Intergovernmen­ tal Affairs. Membership in the Grand Bend Chamber of Commerce was renewed. The annual fee is $50. One tile drain loan applica­ tion in the amount of $10,000 was approved. DANNY COUCHLAN from the TREEHOUSE TV SHOW will be IN PERSON AT EXETER ELECTRIC SAT., MAR. 31 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. To draw pictures for children. Also his Treehouse LP record will be on special price. DANNY COUGHLAN SINGS SONGS FROM THE TV SHOW Now available New LP Walt Disney children's record and book tree in the store.