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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-08-02, Page 4PAGE 4. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 2, 2007.Editorials Opinions Publisher, Keith Roulston Editor, Bonnie GroppAdvertising, Ken Warwick & Lori Patterson The CitizenP.O. Box 429,BLYTH, Ont.N0M 1H0 Phone 523-4792 FAX 523-9140 P.O. Box 152,BRUSSELS, Ont.N0G 1H0 Phone 887-9114 FAX 887-9021 E-mail norhuron@scsinternet.com Website www.northhuron.on.ca Looking Back Through the Years Member of the Ontario Press Council The Citizen is published 50 times a year in Brussels,Ontario by North Huron Publishing Company Inc.Subscriptions are payable in advance at a rate of $32.00/year ($30.19 + $1.81 G.S.T.) in Canada;$92.00/year in U.S.A.and $175.00/year in other foreign countries.Advertising is accepted on the condition that in the event of a typographical error,only that portion of the advertisement will be credited. Advertising Deadlines: Monday, 2 p.m. - Brussels; Monday, 4 p.m. - Blyth. PUBLICATIONS MAIL AGREEMENT NO. 40050141 PAP REGISTRATION NO. 09244 RETURN UNDELIVERABLE CANADIAN ADDRESSES TO CIRCULATION DEPT. PO BOX 152 BRUSSELS ON N0G 1H0 email: norhuron@scsinternet.com Aug. 2, 1950 Grey Twp. council made a grant to the Cranbrook Community Centre. The grant of $2,000 was made because of a promise broken long before. During the First World War, Huron County issued debentures for Red Cross work and paid each municipality its share. At the end of the war, Grey council divided the amount of the surplus and all the Red Cross societies in the township received their amount, except for Cranbrook, who was owed $548 at the time. With continued interest over the years, it was determined that indeed Cranbrook was owed this money, if not more, as Grey Township Council had been using this money for 32 years. Tenders were wanted by Morris Twp. council for the contract of cleaning and repairing of 160 rods of the Mills drain in Morris. Tenders were also being accepted for the contract of constructing the Turvey drain, consisting of digging, laying tile, and backfilling. One of the first Canadian made films to receive recognition for excellence would soon be shown in several theatres across Canada. The film, entitled Family Circles, dealt with the ever-changing environments which mold a child’s personality, at home and at school. The issues presented raised the awareness of parents because they dealt with very important facets of family life - the development and growth of a child. The film showed the effects of four different types of homes on the children living in them. For its success in raising awareness of these family issues, the film won the award for Canada’s best non-theatrical film at the Canadian Film Awards Competition. It was also highly praised at the International Film Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. Aug. 2, 1972 In order to satisfy the rising need for in-home care of Huron and area residents, the Manpower Office in Goderich, and Conestoga College, Huron Centre saw the graduation of 36 women as certified visiting homemakers. This new force of homemakers could be hired through the Goderich Manpower Office, Social Services of Goderich or the Home Care program of Seaforth. They would be available for private employment, or agency employment if the person needing care could not afford to pay the fees. Construction continued on the new 160-foot bridge at the intersection of the centre side road and the fifth concession of Morris. Maloney Brothers Limited of Dublin submitted the lowest of seven tenders entered for construction of the bridge, charging the township $95,836.00. Aug. 3, 1988 A visit from the prime minister to Huron County served as a huge hint of an upcoming election. Brian Mulroney visited Goderich to open the new port facility newly finished there. The prime minister spoke to crowds of over 800 people at the Goderich airport, and again at the harbour. In both speeches, Mulroney managed to fit in his concerns for the environment, regional development, opportunities for youth, job creation, and even day care during his three hour visit. Despite his apparent openness to discuss several election issues, he steered clear of of the touchy issue of free trade while in farming country, promising only that Canada’s water was not for sale. He also managed to avoid all reference to abortion issues, despite a protest group of about 20 present at the harbour opening, waving pro- life placards. Although this group did nothing to disturb the opening, they did swarm the prime minister as he approached them in a walk around the harbour. He refused to answer any questions or respond to any criticism yelled at him, but continued to work his way out of the swarm and continue on his walk. Playing at Brownie’s Drive-In Theatre in Clinton was Tom Hanks in Big, as well as License To Drive. Also playing was two sequels: Caddyshack II at the Park Theatre in Goderich, and Crocodile Dundee II, starring Paul Hogan, at the Lyceum Theatre in Wingham. Aug. 1, 1990 Huron County voters would be joining voters from across Ontario in going to the polls on Sept. 6, 1990 to elect a new Ontario government. Premier David Peterson announced the date of the election, and stated that although the government was only three years into a potential five year term, it is important for the representatives to have a new mandate from the people. Aug. 3, 2006 About 35 Friend of Ball’s Bridge attended a site meeting to try to find ways to keep the 120-year-old bridge open. A local couple’s son had been called to join the Israeli Defense Force. Alan Clark, son of Sandra and Bill had been living in Israel for 14 years, and had converted to Jadaism. The National Military Service is compulsory for Jewish men over 18. It’s mandatory that they serve a minimum of three years although they may be called for active duty immediately in times of crisis. THE EDITOR, Congratulations to the organizers of Brussels Homecoming 2007, the 135th anniversary celebration. As the old saying goes, “Why are volunteers not paid?” The answer? Because they’re priceless. To the Brussels and area volunteers you are priceless, always smiling and doing your jobs. Well done. Neil McGavin We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Publications Assistance Program (PAP) toward our mailing costs. We are not responsible for unsolicited newsscripts or photographs. Contents of The Citizen are © Copyright It takes a village If you live in one you know — it takes a village to achieve what Brussels did this past weekend. Homecoming 2007, a celebration of Brussels’135-year history, was an overwhelming success. From the Friday night opening to the incredible fireworks display on Sunday night, the events boasted huge attendance numbers. There was entertainment for all ages. Even Mother Nature co-operated with sunny skies throughout. And while people lined up, took it all in, relaxed, visited and had a blast, there was still behind the scenes, a group of people pulling the strings to keep it all together. And they’d been doing so for months, planning, meeting and eventually scurrying around to get things ready and ship shape. Much of Homecoming’s success is attributed largely to the dedicated volunteers. The celebration was truly a community effort, an example of what can be achieved through co-operation and a common purpose. An extensive agenda was made possible because groups and individuals organized their own activities, yet worked in partnership to schedule and co-ordinate. Though this structure more evenly distributed the workload, however, there’s little doubt there was still loads of work for these folks who have spent many hours to ensure that everyone else had fun. They deserve a tremendous pat on the back and and an expression of gratitude for pulling together such a great party. But even with a well-planned event, success can truly only be measured by the numbers. It’s great, therefore, that after all the hard work, the volunteers were rewarded with overwhelming support. Every event, every venue was packed. Also, a pat on the back needs to go to the people who demonstrated in every sense of the word, what is good about small town. They may not have been on the frontlines. They may not have done anything more than wander from place to place. But greeting former residents and newcomers to the area was a smile from every corner. It was clear walking down the street that the feeling of community support had actually begun in the weeks leading up to the celebration as residents painted, planted and patched to get their homes and in turn the town looking spiffy. And while the festive atmosphere could be boisterous in certain venues, it was always good- natured. There were no ‘incidents’, no scenes, no drama — simply a welcoming, entertaining homecoming. Besides the well-thought out itinerary, it is all of this too that will be remembered in years to come. Assuredly volunteers are the drive behind many things that happen in our small towns. But all the hard work means nothing without the people there to support them. It takes an entire community to create this kind of success. Small town people not only know that, they should also know they do it best.— BLG & Letters to the editor THE EDITOR, Lake Huron Learning is presenting a Community Money Workshop. Our very first community course is happening in August and anyone who is interested in community economic development - not-for- profits, small business owners, municipal employees, banks and credit unions, farmers and the general public - will want to make sure to attend Goderich native and community currency specialist Scott Hamilton and his colleague, Chris Greaves, from the Toronto Dollar Project, will lead a two-day workshop that will introduce participants to the concept of community currencies and the various models that are currently operating around the world. The workshop will also help to produce and develop com- munity currency models that could be implemented in small urban and rural commun- ities. The course runs Tuesday Aug. 21 and Aug. 28 and will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church (9 Victoria St. N. in Goderich). Cost is $50 which includes all materials, coffee and snacks. Participants are asked to bring their own lunch. Registration is limited. For more information, please call 519-524- 4154. Jennifer Laurie Community Education Developer Lake Huron Learning Collaborative, Inc www.lakehuronlearning.ca info@lakehuronlearning.ca Writer explains about workshops