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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1978-10-26, Page 23Times-Advocate, October 26, 1978 Page 23 Only few at Tuckersmith to hear council, new candidates Only about 20 ratepayers in Tuckersmith Township turned out for the ratepayers* meeting called by the township council Monday night, and included in this number were the spouses of some of the council. John Broadfoot of RR i, Brucefield, was invited to act as chairman by Reeve Ervin Sillery, who was ac­ claimed that day as reeve for another two-year term. Also unopposed was Deputy reeve Robert Bell. With councillor Robert Drum­ mond ineligible to run for office in the township because he had sold his farm and moved into Exeter, a vacancy was created for a councillor, Five were nominated to contest the three seats, Incumbents Frank Falconer and Robert Fotheringham will battle William Brown of Egmond- ville, Robin Gates of Vanastra and Harvey Hammond of Brucefield. Reeve Sillery suggested that the whole township should support other Vanastra recreation centre financially and not just the ratepayers of Vanastra. He explained that when several Vanastra residents ap­ proached council several years ago asking to set up a recreation complex there at no cost to the rest of the township, they were given the go-ahead. He said it was a little shortsighted on council’s part to Jet it go through at that time with Vanastra ratepayers responsible for the whole indebtedness overing the cost of con­ struction of an indoor swimming pool which in turn called for an addition on the former church which was renovated as a community centre. Debentures were sold to raise the money to pay for the cost of the church and all the construction work. To date none of this debt has been, paid off except through whatever grants council has been able to securefrom the governments in way of community centre grants and such, because the recreation complex "is not a money making project", the reeve said. The latest grant was a Wintario grant for over * * * * * * 4 4- * unit bull, 11 heifers 1 '/2 yrs; 7 younger calves; 6 WF steers 900 lbs. All cattle have been blood tested. )A- IMPLEMENTS: Int. Farmall M diesel standard trac- : J Clearing Farm Sale Herd Dispersal Farm Sold - Livestock - Implements - Feed - Some Household X- 4- on Saturday, November 4th 1978 * * * * 4 -----„..„U------------------------------- for, Int. M. gas tractor, M Ferguson TEA model with 7^ loader #35, Int. 2 row hydraulic corn scuffler to fit - 3^ the M. Hesston self propelled 10 ft. swather, Ghel * * * * * * * * ___ _______________ stove, woodstove, old cylinder gramophone, and * "J”J.................................. * ♦ □ Hugh Filson 666-0833 Effects -1 P.M. for Fred and Aljoe Culbert on lot 17 concession 5 Biddulph Twp. 3 ’/z miles north of Lucan turn north at OPP station. For information phone 227-4596 LIVESTOCK: 9 holstein cows all milking bred to WF loader #35, Int. 2 row hydraulic corn scuffler to fit ............. ........ ■ - ( forage harvester 2 heads, Ghel blower, Ghel self un­ loading wagon, New Idea hay and grcin elevator, M.H. 3 furrow drag plough, J.D. wheeled cultivator, M:H. one way disc, 3 drum land roller, Double disc, Int. 13 run hoe drill, air compressor with 5HP motor, 3 pt. 40 gal. weed sprayer, Geo, White #6 Thresher, De Laval cream separator, Brums PTO tandem manure ^reader, cement mixer, Int. 3 bar siderake, 2 wheeled float, John Deere 7' semi-mounted mower, Ford 2 ton truck 1950 dump with hoist, 1956 1/2 ton Ford both selling as is, steel buzzsaw, iron kettles, Ford Class Matador self propelled com­ bine, grain grinder, 2 row Oliver corn planter, 1969 Chev, Biscayne 6 cylinder coach selling as is, quanti­ ty of iron, De Laval milker 3 units motor pipe & pump, air compressor, 2 motors 1-5HP, 1-3HP, rotary lawn mower. FURNITURE: Cedar chest, picture frames, Coleman cylinders, refrigerator, studio couch, odd chairs, Aladdin lamp, sealers, crocks, butter bowl and paddles and print, wooden duck decoy', smoke stand, treddle sewing machine, numerous other ar­ ticles. Not responsible for accidents sale day TERMS CASH AUCTIONEERS llderton T°?1zR°hS°n 666-1967 * * * * * * 4- * * * * * * * * * $23,000 received this month by clerk Jack McLachlan, because the swimming pool was an indoor pool making it eligible for a "roofed in pool grant." This grant had been overlooked when the pool was constructed. Reeve Sillery said that the centre is now due for further alterations, He said he had been told by a ministry of­ ficial the centre was being run new in an efficient manner. In his address, Councillor Frank Falconer said he could not see any reason for the whole debt at Vanastra to be carried by the whole township. (When the centre was built council was adamant that it was the responsibility of Vanastra alone and must never be a financial burden on the rest of the township,) Falconer said he felt it was a good idea for council to be responsibile for the managing of it. He said the first thing council did was to appoint Diane Durnin as acting recreation director as council had found the centre overstaffed. He said this year the centre would break even for the first time and the debenture debt carried by the Vanastra ratepayers (which they hope to pay off gradually in their, taxes) amounts to $119,000 as at end of 1978 with interest of $11,000 being paid this year, A staff of two part-time and several part-time personnel is employed A staff of two full-time and several part-time personnel is employed at the recreation centre. He said the centre receives $700 monthly in rent from the Vanastra Day care centre which is located at the centre, built by day care grants from the government. At the day care centre he said there are three full-time employees and two part-time employees. He said the operating deficit at the day care is partly covered by govern­ ment grant and the remaining portion of the deficit is paid by the town­ ship, amounting to $1.00 per year per person in 1 Tuckersmith, "I feel Vanastra has come a long way and with an united effort we have done an excellent job," he said. Councillor Falconer remarked on losing the township clerks who resigned early last year (Jim and Brenda McIntosh). He said he felt they quit because of too many com- new grader and new truck bought by council, also the purchase of the former Bank of Montreal as the township office at Vanastra. He spoke of council's unsuccessful attempt to get the county to take back the Hensail Road which has been in poor condition. He said the council is paving a section at this time. The reeve pointed out that the township owns the curling rink at Vanastra and rents it out to the Curling Club, He said council had an opportunity to purchase the old arena at Vanastra this yearbut turned down the offer as he felt "Tuckersmith could not afford to take it on at this time." He represents the town­ ship on the Clinton fire area board where they recently purchased new radio system and beepers for the fire trucks and the men. He explained that Tuckersmith switched from the Brucefield Fire Brigade to Clinton being on first call to Vanastra industrial area in order to lower the insurance rates to the business firms at Vanastra because Clinton was slightly closer. He said the fire insurance companies have not informed council as to whether they lowered the fire rates at this time. Mr. Sillery said as he thanked his fellow council members for their support during the year, "I could not have had a better council if I had handpicked them myself." Deputy reeve Robert Bell regretted that there were not more at the meeting but said "It’s a busy time at this time of year". He said he had been tile drain inspector and said loans were down this year to $35,200 from last years’ total of $101,000 for a 13 month period. He said there was another $55,000 to spend this year if any one wanted a tile drain loan. Bell said building permits this year amounted to $1,577,750, up substantially over the $1,325,000 used for construction last year. Councillor Robert Fotheringham said he had found his first two years on council a real challenge but interesting and, rewarding. He spoke of the benefits of the township having hired a building inspector, Henry VanWieren of Hensall. He said he represented the township of the Seaforth fire area board. He said new two- way radio set had been bought for the trucks and the base and this gave better communication system between Clinton, and Mit­ chell and themselves. He said the firemen had been given beepers so that they can all be signalled in case of fires or other emergencies. Councillor Robert Drummond reported on Hensall fire area board which had completed the construction of a new firehall for approximately $80,000 which will be officially opened soon. He said the firemen had secured the old fire truck and were having it restored as an antique. Drummond spoke of council paving a two-mile strip of Hensall road this year and said he hoped the remaining section would be gradually paved as money available. The new candidates nominated for the three council seats were invited to speak. William Brown Sr. of Egmondville spoke first, saying he would do his best to represent all areas of the township. BISHOP VISITS LOCAL PARISH — His Excellency Bishop John Sherlock of the London diocese, flanked by Father Oostveen of St. Columban parish and Father Mockler of London, the bishop's secretary and a group of the fourth degree honor guard of the Knights of Colum­ bus on tne steps of St. Columban Church on Sunday. The. bishop spoke to members of the Knights of Columbus and their families following a special breakfast after the ser­ vice. . Expositor photo Bishop speaks to Knights, talks about responsibilities Auction Sale Antiques, furniture, appliances, 8 HP . riding lawnmower with snowblower, i misc. items etc. 1 to be held at Richard Lobb’s Barns, 289 1 Bayfield Rd., Clinton, Ont for Exeter estate I plus additions. I Sat Oct 28th, at 12 Noon I Inglis automatic clothes washer, Keivinator J electric stove, 8 HP MTD riding lawn mower 1 with front mount snow blower, antique desk, j old pump organ, wdsh stand, dresser and 1 mirror, old phonograph, fainting couch, an- 1 tique baby cradle, odd pressback chairs, i blanket box, couch, trunk, cedar chest, organ 1 stool, upholstered chairs, leather couch, 1 ' pressback nursing rocker, modern nursing 1 rocker, coffee and end table, two round I chrome table and chair sets like new, couch J bed, small chrome table and two chairs, odd j beds, record player, sewing machine and 1 cabinet, carpet, bathroom vanity, small china i ' cabinet, exercise bicycle, chime bells, pic- ' ’ tures, oil lamps, jug, vacuum cleaner, apple i peelers, sad irons, mustache cup, cabbage ’ I slicer, b/w TV, chime bells, small fire proof J safety box, gun rack, small wood lathe, duck ( 1 decoys, shell belt, step ladder, fishing pole, T wooden washing machine, cracked iron ket- I tie, 75 ft. of electric cable, electric paint f sprayer, plus a large offering of misc. dishes, ( I and glassware including antique pieces, plus A many items hot listed. 1 SELLING AT -18 ft. 4" grain auger, 1 - f Arch #500 hog feeder, 1 ■ Archer #300 hog j I feeder, electric motor, wheel barrow, 4 tt. ♦ water trough, 2" hog.water n.pples,1973 , plaints and too many telephone calls. "I feel the ratepayers of Tuckersmith should learn a lesson from this,” he stated. He said the present clerk, Jack McLachlan, earns $18,000 a year but this is no reason for people in Tuckersmith to complain to him about everything. On the dog problem in the township, Falconer said there would be no problem "if we had the co-operation of the ratepayers”. He was critical of those ratepayers who do not clean up their buildings which has resulted in the township having to step in and do it. Reeve Sillery spoke of the Historical St. Columban Church was the scene of the Knights of Columbus first District 31, Communion Breakfast last Sunday after­ noon at which 200 Knights and wives were present. The Mass which preceded the ■breakfast was celebrated by his Excellency most Reverand John Sherlock, Bishop of London Diocese, Bishop Sherlock indicated his pleasure that Knights from so many parishs had gathered together for this occasion. He also reported that he would be spending much of his time in the visitation of the Parishs in his Diosese. He based his remarks in the Homily during Mass and f GMCC20%9ton truck with flat rack. Selling as • is. Subject to reserve bid. I TERMS CASH ♦ Owner of Auctioneer not responsible for aC- 1 cidents ddy of sale T ' RICHARD LOBB | AUCTIONEER i1CLINTON, ONT. 482-7898 I Liquidation Auction Sale of Ruth & Vern's Grocery (Mr. and Mrs. Vern Steinman - Proprietors) to be held at the premises in St. Columban, Ontario (on Highway #8 between Seaforth & Mitchell) on Wednesday, November 1st at 6:00 P.M. SALE TO CONSIST OF: BUILDINGS & PROPERTY: Two well constructed and excellently maintained buildings, the first of which comprises of the store itself with a very large retail selling area along with live-in-quarters con­ sisting of rather spacious kitchen and bathroom facilities on the lower level with four large bedrooms, and living room On the upper level. The second building is an attractive two storey frame house with three bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, bath and full basement all on a well treed and landscaped lot. Both properties will be sold under one lot and repre­ sent a valuable piece of commercially zoned proper­ ty, with an extremely attractive location for a truck stop, a fast food busihess or as a genera] store. (Property to be sold subject to reserve). EQUIPMENT & INVENTORY: A full line of equip­ ment and inventory found in general stores. Full Listing Next Week Fur viewing of property call... &S&wctatei auctioneers, liquidators, appraisers 77 WAIN ST. » SEAFORTH, ONTARIO NOK 1WO (519) 5^7-1458 1 his address after the breakfast on a quote from the days readings; "Render to Ceasar the things that are Ceasars and to God the things that are Gods". What he was intimating was all things are created by God and God uses all people and all things to accomplish his purpose. It is our Christian respon­ sibility therefore to ensure that Gods wishes are fulfill­ ed. He stressed that no longer was it sufficient for Catholics to just faithfully attend Mass on Sunday and private devotions, no, these were of course necessary, but the added responsibility was to carry God’s will into the working atmosphere and speak out against injustices and immorality in society and in our Country’s Laws. In his address he offered a challenge to the farming community. Is the existance of the family farm in jeopar­ dy of extinction? He invited input from the farming com­ munity organizations and assured all present that he was prepared to listen and act as necessary. Bishop Sherlock indicated that it was the duty of Christians to refrain from criticism of peoples of other cultures, it is especially im­ portant to maintain an un­ derstanding, informed at­ titude towards the present dilemma which now threatens the Unity of the nation. He stated people should relate to the modern world and maintain a critical sense in their Christian response. He also stressed the role of the Family Unit in Society, the preservation of our rights as a family by speaking out against those who would attempt to degrade and even by law im­ pose the will of the state in * attempting to degrade the family unit. The family he noted, is the most powerful weapon available in the struggle in the preservation of human dignity. Bishop Sherlock informed the assembly that the Church was now in the process of instituting a Family Life Renewal Program which will be ac­ tive in all parishs this com­ ing fall and winter season. He urged all Catholics to participate in this program. He praised the appoint­ ment of the new multi­ lingual Pope John Paul II and intimated that in him we had a strong and determined man. Bishop Sherlock invited the Knights of Columbus to be the leading force in the constant challenge towards the goal now being en­ visaged by the church. He implied that laymen should "speak out” and become an active influence in their communities, stressing the need for Christianity in thoughts and actions and the protection of Christian rights. , Robin Gates of Vanastra said he had been involved in several organiztions which to himifsuccessful.He gave several goals he had if elected: 1. Greater harmony and understanding between rural and urban areas of Tuckersmith township. 2. Re-implementation of a recreation board involving all of Tuckersmith township, 3. A greater emphasis on industrial planning in township, 4. A continued emphasis on budget and spending controls. "Through urban and rural background I feel I can accomplish this if elected," he concluded. Harvey Hammond of Brucefield, who owns property and works at Vanastra, said he has both rural and urban training to assist him in making decisions. He said he had no great axe to grind but thought no council should be unchallenged. Michael Connolly, RR 3 Kippen, acclaimed as representative of the township and Seaforth for the Huron-Perth County Roman Catholic Separate School Board spoke briefly on his work on the board and offered to answer any questions. He spoke of the declining enrolment the board had to cope with and said he felt ‘‘the anti­ inflation board helped us —• things might have got fur­ ther out of hand." Dorothy Williams, representing the township and Clinton on the Huron County board of education said as a retired teacher she was busier now than ever as a school board member attending meetings and special events. As a member of the early school leaving committee she was proud of the success her committee had in encouraging young people to continue in school. She spoke of a major problem facing the school board as the result of the government cutting down on capital funding for technical classes when new equipment is needed to replace that bought when classes first started. She said night school people use this equipment which comes out of the day school budget which also causes a problem. She said about half the students are enrolled in technical classes which she finds good for the students. "We have come to the stage of deciding if we carry on these courses, and if we do, how do we finance them? she said. "If we junk them, what do we do with the students?" She said a meeting to discuss the problem is planned. Cleave Coombs who represents the township on the Seaforth Community Hospital board spoke briefly saying that the hospital was being run very well in spite of the money cut-backs. "We don’t get grants as we used to. As we get money we are buying some new equipment. We have a good staff of doctors.” Auction Sale of Household Furnishings, Antiques & misc. items, Saturday Oct 28 1978 at 1? p.m. l For Mrs. Agnes Siemon, 3 blocks west of mein corner in Zurich on 84 Hwy. HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGSsStudio couch, swivel rocker, hostess chair, coffee table, black and white T.V,, table lamps, 2 iron beds, small wardrobe, kitchen table and 4 chairs, rocking chair, Westinghouse 2 door frost free refrigerator, Frigidaire range, washing machine, storage cabinet, electric toaster, iron, kettle, mixet, can opener, vacuum cleaner, fan, several dishes, pots and pans, pictures and frames, linens, pillows and blankets, knick knacks,lawn mower, garden tools, step ladder^ many other items, ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES: round parlor table, small fern table, odd tables and chairs, set of 6 chairs, faint couch, wood and brass bed, wash stand, 2 dressers, oak dresser, two victrola cabinets, Sfnger sewing machine, oil lamp, R.S. Germany plate, Bavaria sugar bowl, iron fry pans, bake board, crocks, several other items. Terms Cash Norm Whiting Auctioneer Phone Exeter 235-1964 Y^Y-Y-Y-Y-Y-Y^Y-Y-Y^Y-Y-Y^Y-Y-Y-Y- * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 4- s * * * * * * * * J Furniture Antiques & > - 4- * * jL PROPERTY-.will be offered at 3:00 p.m. subject to a moderate reserve bid it not sold prior to sale day. Frame house situated on a large N/W corner lot being part lot 24 S.B, of n Stephen Township. Bath, cellar etc. Terms 10%down, balance in 30 days. ANTIQUES:2 flat to wall cupboards, press back chairs, captains chairs, pictures, turkey feet small table, square table, dining room choirs, clock, 5 pocket watches, wash stand, buffalo robe, arop leaf table, jardinere, “j chests of drawers, quilt box, old dresser. 7 ‘ , electric ^2. stove, RCA colour T.V., b/w T.V., G.E. dryer (new)mirrors, G.E. wringer washer, Advance wringer washer, chesterfield, library table, chairs, buffet with mirror, dressers, iron Property Auction for Mrs. Mary Glavin, Mt. Carmel Saturday October 28 - 1:00 p.m. FURNITURE:Westinghouse fridge, electric ^4 stove, RCA colour T.V., b/w T.V., G.E. dryer (new)mirrors, G.E. wringer washer, Advance wringer washer, chesterfield, library table, Singer sewing machine, radio, lamps, odd chairs, buffet with mirror, dressers, iron beds, new mattress, Sunbeam electric lawn * * * Hugh Filson |ldarton 666-0833 666-1967 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ mower, step ladder, electric saw, lawn chairs, tools, etc. Terms:Cash Book Your Fall Sales Now AUCTIONEERS Booth Real Estate & Furniture Auction Complete household effects, antiques etc, complete contents of the home * -k -k -k -k -k ■k -k •k -k -k -k ■k "k of the late Fred Mcllhargey, 194 Main St. in V the Village of Lucan next to the liquor store- this is a old home and some fine pieces to be sold. Wednesday, November 1 -1 p.m. REAL ESTATE: 1 ’/a storey white brick house with 5 bedrooms and 3 piece bath upstairs, living u- room, dining room, family room, kitchen, hall, 2 piece toilet downstairs, hardwood floors through out, forced air gas furnace. Must be seen to be appreciated. TERMS: 10%down, balance in 30 days. Subject Af to moderate reserve bid. House to be offered at 3 p.m. For information phone 227-4835. ""K FURNITUREtwoodeh kitchen table, Acme wood and coal stove, 4 burner electric stove 21 inch, old kitchen chairs, old kitchen cup- •7C boards, antique square oak dining room ex- L tension table, buffet, antique mantle clocks, 6 r* pressed back chairs, a lovely set of 84 Austria china dishes, some antique glass and china, [2 record cabinet, Beatty refrigerator, studio -fC couch, 3 brass and iron beds, dressers, wash stands, 2 wicker rockers, chesterfield and chair, small antique table, antique pictures and frames, coal oil Idmp, dresser and wQr- . drobe combined, parts of toilet set, antique ■7^ chair, trunks, crocks, crystal, bedding and -k -k -k ■k -k -k -k -k -k ■k ■k -k linen, silverware, old horse tooth file, antique brace and bit, hall tree, many other articles. -JC terms cash, "k HUGH FUSON 666-0833 * Terms Cash Booth Auctioneers ■k TOM HOBSON -k 646-1967 AWWIIWr IBIMXDIS COME ONE! COME ALL!! INTERESTING ANTIQUE Auction Sale Sunday Afternoon 1:30 p.m. October 29th at the best Western Lamplighter Inn Wellington road south of Commissioners World Trading incorporated. Valuers and auctioneers are privileged to offer an impressive collection of clean Victorian household furniture, glass and china collectables, Including — Oak drop leaf table, set of four oak chairs, round oak table, nice old wood stove, hall stand, brass hat stand, mirrored dressers, bedside cabinet, tea wagon, coal box, bow front china cabinet, pair of carved hall chairs, Victorian mirrored back ornate sideboard, marble top dresser, needle point chairs, early Canadian sten­ cilled chairs, walnut dresser with candle shelves, set of four Queen Anne style dining room chairs, Love Seat, magazine rack, old gramophone, buffet, ex­ tending table, arm chair, upholstered five piece suite with ladies and gents chairs, mahogany server, time clock, unusual old corner bench seat, wall clacks, mantle clocks, blue china cheese dish, vases, brass candle sticks, copper coal bucket, brass ban­ quet lamp, dinner ware set, old cookie barrels, chess set, cake plates, pressed glass ware, old stoneware items, pictures, crocks, tins, copper kettle, copper chestnut roaster, horse brasses, chamber pots, ail lamp, school bell, bar mirrors, Coke mirror, old sign, photography magazines from 1948 to 1960, pitcher and bowl set, box lots, dishes, glass ware etc., etc. Auctioneer Garry Goodfellow Terms Cash or Cheques with Identification Phone 293-3444 Not responsible for Occidents Refreshments available.