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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1979-08-01, Page 3HAND STOOKERS — Barry McCurdy and Graham Ross stook sheaves of wheat on the Woodham area farm of Ross McCurdy, Saturday. The boys took part in the Kirkton- Woodham club's demonstration of harvesting wheat the old fashioned way. T-A photo Boyles host Exeter pair Vandalism fills PUC agenda • Continued from front page the T-A has been unable to ascertain. Rookes said he had no idea of the vastness of Canada and said his 200-mile trip by train on Wednesday "was a hell of a distance to us". Mayor Boyle chuckled. "We drive that far to see a hockey game," The tie that was given to the mayor featured the city crest with the Latin in- scription "Semper, Fidelis" which means "Ever Faith- ful". It is given only to special visiting dignitaries. Boyle reciprocated with an Exeter plaque for Van Oopen and two of Joe Wooden's history books for the mayor Gunning clan meets for picnic Forty-five attended the annual Gunning reunion, Sunday in Riverview Park, Exeter again blessed with beautiful weather. All enjoyed the bounteous dinner. The oldest person present was Mr. B.M. Francis who was also celebrating his 93rd birthday that day. All sang Happy Birthday to him while at the dinner table. Sports were enjoyed in the afternoon which were conducted by the Bill Heather and Fred Parkinson families, The reunion is to be held again next year on the last Sunday in July. Officers for 1980 as follows, President-Spence Read; Vice-president-Fred Par- kinson; Secretary Treasurer-Erlma Keller; Table committee-Ray and Marina Jaques, John and Muriel Tookey; Sports-Ola Morley, Sheila and Harold Clarke; Registration- Myrtle Metters and Marion Box, and Rookes. Rookes said it was un- fortunate that the com- munities sharing the Exeter name did not have more association with each other, There are three such com- munities in the U.S.A. "The name is unique," he explained, saying that it was from the Roman name Isca. When he was advised that many of this area's settlers POLICE GRAD — Daniel Scott McIver, son of Mr. and Mrs. Don McIver of Bayfield and formerly of Exeter graduated recently from the Ontario Provincial Police Training and Development Centre. He has been posted to the Owen Sound detach- ment. came from Devon County, he said that the northern part of Devon resembles this part of Ontario to a considerable extent. Devon County is an area of about 80 square miles. Exeter, England is also a county and is officially known as "City and County of City of Exeter". The Exeter Guildhall, which houses the mayor's parlour, is the oldest guildhall in England, having been built around 1100. The council of the city has recently moved to a modern office complex. Rookes said he owned a three-bedroom home and its value would be about $35,000 in Canadian terms. He pays about $500 per year for "local rates" that include levies for most of the local services, including education. Water and hydro rates were termed "very ex- pensive" and about the same amount as the local rates per year. Exeter, England is also known for having the narrowest street in the world, Parliament St. is about 18 inches wide. While looking at the council pictures in the local council chambers, Rookes said that their counterparts wear gowns and three- cornered hats and council is opened with a ceremony which includes carrying in a large six- foot sword given to the community by Henry V. Vandalism was almost the sole topic at a brief meeting of the Exeter Public Utilities Commission, Monday. Manager Hugh Davis was on holidays, but had left the Commission a list of some damage caused to PUC property in the past few weeks. A brass sign near the entrance of the building had been removed, but was returned some time later. Secretary Marilyn Sillery advised that the name plate had been secured by only four screws and Davis had sent it away to see if it could be altered so it could be more securely put into place on the front of the office. Thieves also made off with the caps for the oil tank filler pipe and for the second time this summer, the water fountain in the small park south of the PUC building had been rendered useless by vandals. It was this that created the most discussion as Davis asked the three Com- missioners whether they wanted it fixed again or replaced with one similar to that at the corner of Main and Sanders which is described as being near vandal proof. It Cost over $40 to repair the first damage. "It's getting kind of expensive," commented vice-chairman Murray Greene, while chairman Chan Livingstone suggested that the town should consider building the police office in the park beside the PUC office. , Mayor Derry Boyle said there had been considerable damage done recently on Main St., with several store awnings having been slashed. "If people won't respect GETS SCHOLARSHIP — Miss Elizabeth Cochrane, R.N., daughter of Judge and Mrs. W.G. Cochrane, Goderich, has been awarded the Judith Hill Memorial Scholarship for post- graduate studies in nursing. She is a graduate of Shaw Secretarial School, Toronto; The School of Nursing, St. Michaels Hospital, Toronto (R.N.A.) and the Conestoga College Diploma Nursing Course. She is now com- pleting post-graduate studies in Aberdeen, Scotland. public property, we'll have to cut out these things(fountains)," the Mayor suggested. However, Livingstone said this would hurt everyone. "But how far can we go damage, but have been replacing things?" Boyle unable as yet to catch them questioned. in the act. Boyle said the police think In the only other business, they know the group the Commission, responsible for much of the Learned that the clock in front of the building had been put back into working order. Were advised by Mrs. Sillery that the answering service appeared to be working satisfactorily. Agreed to delay flail fall a request for an increase in the rent for the land which houses the pumps for the Hicks well in Usborne Township, Good News For People who love to sew. We're having a FABRIC Our entire stock REDUCED FROM 20 % up to Fountain hit twice Times-Advogato, August 1, 1979 Palm 3 OFF OUR REG. PRICES All our fabrics are first quality. Bell strike I continues The current rotating strike by Bell of Canada technicians continues with no sign of a return to the bargaining table. Members of the Exeter- Goderich-Clinton local participated in the strike Wednesday and were then locked out by the company for the, next two days. Local union steward Peter McFalls said Tuesday that the Monday decision by Bell operators to join the same union as the technicians may strengthen the strikers position. SPOT CHECKS The Ontario Ministry of the Environment will be spot checking vehicles in London's Queens park, from July 30 to August 3 to make sure they comply with auto emission requirements, Torn Cross, director of the Ministry's air resources branch, said the spot checks %VIII eontinue 'until the end of the year. "A police officer directs cars off the road for a simple three or four minute test. Environment Ontario inspectors then analyze exhaust gases and perform an engine inspect' Lion." The Junction will not sell any fabric that is less than the highest quality. When you buy from us you can count on getting the best available... NEVER ANY SECONDS OR SUBSTANDARD FABRICS. RECEIVES MERITORIUS AWARD — LCol W.A. Macdonald, Commanding Officer of Ipperwash Army Cadet Camp, left, is shown presenting a Meritorius Service Award to Roy Baynham, RR 3, Kippen. The award was presented in recognition of Mr. Baynham's outstan- ding service to the cadet camp. Mr. Baynham has worked at Ipperwash Army Cadet Camp since 1973. Prior to that he was employed at CM London and RCAF Station Centralia, he now has a total of 31 years service with the Department of National Defence. USE YOUR CHARGEX OR MASTERCHARGE Shop cAila In Teak emo's' nowtfrovm the junction EXETER'S LARGEST DEPARTMENT STORE 235-0270 Ar