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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1974-07-24, Page 5TODAYS HEALTH (Today's Health is provided to weekly newspapers by the Ontario Ministry of Health) by David Woods ydro shelves clear plant Huron County spokesmen are happy ab out Ontario Hydro's. Tuesday announcement that it has "for the present suspended plans" for a proposed nuclear generating station near Goderich. "I imagine the farmers in the southern areas of the county are happY" said Huron County Warden Bill Elston, "because a generating station would have meant more hydro lines across their land". The warden said that his position on the establishment of the plant in Huron had been "that if it was proven necessary for the good of country we'd take it here. If not, I would just as soon have s en ,it somewhere else." The plant would probably have upset the local economy, Warden Elston said, bringing in 2,000 or 3,000 additional people and draining employees from local industry. The Warden, who farms in Morris Township, said perhaps the Hydro announcement was made "to get a litle bit of breathing time". Paul Carroll of Goderich, spokesman for CANTDU which is opposed to indiscriminate use of c!';'; nuclear power and would like to see a complete review of , Canada's energy policies said his group s glad to see the Ontario Hydro decision. "We'll give them the benefit of doubt" that Ontario Hydn'o has given up the idea of building a nuclear generator in Huron, Mr. lc, Carroll said. Apparently there was too much pressure and ;.• adverse comment on the Hydro t, plan in this area, he said. CANTDU has learned that Ontario Hydro and Atomic 4 Energy of Canada are reviewing their public participation policies partly as a result of the negative comments they got from Huron NTDU to finue with 1 finding subcommittee charged' aking recommendations to Huron Power Plant ttee says that they are by the announcement itario Hydro will suspend is to build a nuclear plant ing plant in Huron The committee ends that -all 18 ating organizations e fact finding about the a power plant of any type ve on Huron County. The mrnittee feels that if and he suspension is lifted all nt facts should be readily le. County citizens, according to Mr. Carroll. . Ontario Hydro has admitted that opposition by residents and Municipal officials was a major reason for the suspension of their plans for a nuclear station for Huron. Ontario Hydro conducted a telephone survey in several Huron centres after the plans were first announced. Hydro said that a series of public meetings in the area planned to discuss a Huron County shoreline plant will not be held. Nick Whyte, Hullett Township farmer who is a member of the Farmers' Negotiating Committee, set up to discuss power line rights of way with Hydro, said he sees indications of a new flexibility in ithe giant utility's position. "I think this lets farmers off the hook", as far as additional power corridors from a second Lake. Huron plant coming through their land, , he said, "Seeing is 'believing but it looks like the nuclear plant has at least been postponed for the immediate future." Mr. Whyte said his organization , saw a policy statement from Energy Minister Darcy McKeough, (who recently took over responsibility for Ontario Hydro from the Department of the Environment) which makes them cautiously optimistic. Mr. McKeough said he supports a complete overhaul of Ontario Hydro plans as far as energy needs and • possible ;generator sites. He also said, that grade one and two agricultural land will be avoided wherever possible, Mr. Whyte said. "This will save good land in the future although it may be too late for the Douglas Point to Seaforth power corridors which personally concern me and my farm", Mr. Whyte added. It also seems that some of the lines now scheduled to pass through Wallace Township north of us may be rerouted further north to go along existing rights of way to Orangeville, Mr. Whyte said. DON'T BE SHY COME JOIN US! * * * YOr 1r/ 1111i/ ) 41111111M MO BE A + BLOOD DONOR Vacation. A time to relax, forget your cares, recharge the batteries---and all that. But no matter how good the season of tans and tents, barbecues and bicycles may be for your health and well-being, it also' brings its own health hazards. One of these, of course, is travelling itself. Have your car thoroughly checked before setting' off; wear seatbelts; try to keep children occupied; share the driving, if possible; let passengers change seats occasionally; stop at regular intervals to stretch your legs; don't drive when you're tired. Always carry your °HIP card with you when you travel, and note the location of medical services wherever you stay. If you're vacationing out of the country, make sure you've fulfilled all vaccination require- ments for the place you're going to. If you're driving--at home or abroad--carry a basic first aid kit. If you're boating, always wear a lifejacket--and listen to the weather forecast before you set sail; if you're swimming, always do it in company. Make sure the mushrooms you pick are really mushrooms--and try to recognize potentially dangerous plants and berries. Wed in Winnipeg ALBERT — LE VECQUE Fay Maxine Le • Vecque of Winnipeg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph" Le Vecque, Winnipeg and James Albert Cook of Winnipeg, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Cook, R.R.I, Belgrave were united in marriage at Our Lady of Victory Memorial Church, Winnipeg on July. 13th at 3:30 p.m. The reception was held at St. Andrew's Hall in Winnipeg. The couple spent their honeymoon in Ha waii and they will reside at 3535 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg. Manitoba. Perhaps the most common of these is poison ivy, a low-growing plant with three leaflets on each stalk and often with greenish- white berries. The skin area that has been in contact with poison ivy should be washed with strong household soap, and treated with calamine lotion. Bees, wasps, hornets, mosquitoes and blackflies may also decide to spend time with you on vacation — and there's not too much you can do about these uninvited guests. As a preventive measure, stay away from insects' nests, and warn children not to aggravate bees, wasps and hornets in particular. Insect stings cit stings can produce effects, wth particularly persons sensitive to their venom. Most animals, some insects, and certain reptiles will attack if they feel threatened. This is true of the only poisonous snake in Ontario--the small massassauga rattler, which inhabits a 20 mile area along the shorelines of Georgian. Bay, Lake Huron, and possibly Lake Erie. If you are in the area, be aware of the location of the nearest anivenin depot. Since rabies continues to exist in the wildlife of Ontario,from a don't approach ;observe distance. Foxes, skunks, bats and racoons are affected with rabies more frequently than other animals, but any animal exhibit- ing peculiar behaviour should be given wide berth. Pet dogs and cats taken on vacation should be vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days before the vacation period. In the event of attack by a suspected rabid animal, see a physician immediately. By law, all rabies cases or suspected cases must be reported to the local Medical Officer of Health. Hazards from fish hooks and other possibly tetanus-inducing objects, such as nails or strong thorns, are of course greater in the vacation season. And finally, there's the sun itself. Don't try to get that tan all on the first day-- do it gradually. Farmers plan 25 year celebration In an attempt to celebrate 25 years for the county organization, the Junior Farmers are planning to hold a Reunion and Dance to commemorate the occasion. The reunion will take the form of a dance and smorgasbord on July 26, 1974 in the Seaforth Arena. 1974 marks 25 years of the County Junior Farmer Association in Huron. Many Junior Farmer Clubs have existed in Huron as far back as 1920 and we dre still going strong today. In 1949 the South Huron, Clinton, Colwanash, Howick and North Huron Clubs felt a need for a county organization. Since the birth of the Huron County Junior Farmers, activities and projects among the various clubs have flourished. Their motto, "Self Help and Community Betterment", has always been the thought behind each project un-dertaken by Huron Junior Farmers. Even before the county organization was established the young people upheld these ideals. Past and present members interested in participating in the reunion are asked to contact Len MacGregor at the Agricultural Office in Clinton. Walton fire loss $8,000 Fire crackling overhead as well as in the fireplace alerted Mr. and Mrs. Jack Parry of R.R.4, Walton, that their roof was on fire Tuesday night. The Blyth District Fire Department assisted by the Seaforth Area Fire Department soon had the fire under control. John Hesselwood acting for the Blyth Fire Chief said the insulation helped to control the fire until the firemen arrived. Neighbours assisted in removing the furniture from the large two-storey red brick dwelling located 71/4 miles north of Dublin on the 12th concession of McKillop Township. Fire damage was confined to the roof over the one storey kitchen section of the house and is believed to have started from a spark from the fireplace chimney. Loss from fire damage and heavy water damage is estimated at over $8,000. Remember! It takes but a moment to place a Brussels Post Want Ad and be money in pocket. To advertise, just Dial Brussels 887-6641. hi fo a )u 0 to 'the ,;,with the .;.Commi pleased that 0 pia ;',genera :'County b' partid1 effects 1. will ha When t pertine availab tDB business loans an here n ariamu- READ and USE POST CLASSIFIED Ask for Ns folder from our representatives (Billy) F. ELLAHI Who will be,atiBlue Barn Motel and Restaurant Listowel, Highway 23, North Telephone 291-1580 On July 26th, 1974 — 1 to 4:30 p.m. If you require financing to start, modernize, or expand your business, and are unable to obtain it elsewhere on reasonable terms and conditions, perhaps 1DB can help you. 87-6641 ........ , ... • • . • , . .. Vi• nin tend to naniii tn/ inO1Y171 01 0010101`1110: if i$00100101100 ,,.. „ivntille011i and naiiiii dale , . , iontlini and Oeireinnini ...• eineiiuctInn.. „ idiliunuil-, „ ,iranioiriaikin rind itoniai 11 ynii need finanClal essIiilann. in iiirt, exnend, of inddniniiii i nnsinein injirniite In Ciiisdi, via *iqe iiiki id diiwuni yOui iiitjUltetiieriti iidii'ni. 1032 Ontario StrittfOtd Ontario NbA 6Z3, 271-ssso THE BRAISSFIA POST, JULY 24, 1974-6