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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1980-04-30, Page 3TO THE FORE — The sunny weather of the weekend brought out a large number of ,golfers to area courses. Shown at the Ironwood course are Dennis Rowe, Craig Webber, Jim Snow and Wayne Pearce T-A photo County veto golf plan DISCOUNTS! On Quality Merchandise Boys GWG SCRUBBaES Reg to Sizes 7 - 20 $19.98 Special Group Of LADIES JEANS All current straight leg styles by Pulse, Rainbow & Chic S1'99 Reg to $29.99 2 0 oio All La dies, Boys Off & Girls ellatd44 SHOPPING CENME Phone 235 2162 r 299 370 Main Street EXETER, ONTARIO AUSTRIAN PINE APPROX. 24" SIZE $6. 95EA. APPROX. 3 FT. WHITE SPRUCE S M• ASE EXTRA ZEHRS SAVINGS HIGHWAYS 4 & 83 EXETER POTTING SOIL $11 79EA. GARDEN CENTRE HOURS MON.-WED. 9-6 P.M. THURS. & FRI. 9-9 P.M. SAT. 8:30-6 P.M. SPECIAL PRICES IN EFFECT TILL CLOSING I , MAY 6 — Hear from well digger Thnes4Adveesitits April 30, 1980 Rage 3 Presbytery recognizes nuclear power Well digging in the $udan by a Sebringville clergyman highlighted division and committee reports at Huron- Perth Presbytery last week. The Meeting, was held at chairman Maurice Francis' church, ThaMesview United. The Rev. Bruce Eaton, a specialist in well digging with simple equipment, visually described his operations in the Sudan in late 1979. He had been engaged by Harvard University to lead a team of technicians in this part of Africa, Four of seven wells were in various stages of completion when Eaton returned after an extension of his leave granted by the Sebringville congregation. Delays in supplies hampered progress. He remains a consultant to the project. The Huron-Perth minister has resigned his pastorate as of June 30. He plans to free lance full time to pursue his expertise in. developing Candidates introduced Rev. Harley Moore, Grand Bend, chairman of the Education and students' committee introduced. Miss Kathryn Edighoffer, Mit- chell United, as a candidate for ordination and David Duncan, St. Johns Stratford as an intended candidate. Both addressed the court. The Rev. Alun Thomas' call to the Bayfield charge was approved. Mr. Thomas from Wales, has served the charge for the past two years as an ordained supply, Approval of transfer ( to Qualicum Beach, B.C.) was given to Rev. Michael Bolger, Monkton. Manager resigns It was announced that Tom Mantle had resigned as manager of the presbytery Resource Centre in Mitchell. He bad held that position since its inception in October 1975. Both Mr. and Mrs, Mantle were thanked for their fine contribution. The work of Rev. George Cox, resigning com- munications officer of London Conference was also recognized. Incoming chairman, Rev. Rae Grant, Listowel Calvary, was installed as the new chairman of Huron- Perth Presbytery. Past chairman, Harold Knisley, Goderich performed the official duties. Rev. John Roberts, Belgrave, is vice chairman, Rev, Eric LeDrew, Brussels, treasurer and Joe Snider, Goderich, treasurer. Outgoing chairman, Rev. Maurice Francis, is ex- changing, pulpits with a New Zealander, Rev, John Anderson, for one year. Rev.. Reps Cummings, Stratford Centennial, in reporting on a conference on moral issues of nuclear power said that of primary concern was the urgent need for public and private action to maxirnizethe unnecessary consumption of available resources. The report recognized the importance of nuclear power as part of the integrated energy mix in Ontario, in a period of transition , to a more favourable energy program. It also supported Canada's application of nuclear safeguard policies and Canada's role in furthering international efforts to limit proliferation of nuclear weapons. Donald Darrell, Clinton, expressed concern for the worsening situation in Iran and recommended that this concern be forwarded to the proper channels in the church's highest court, A Period of silent prayer was observed, The following advance notices were reported: opening of a new Christian education wing in St. Paul's, Milverton, May 25; Con- ference World Outreach Day, Leamington, May 25; annual ministers' semillar, Westminster College, May 1; ministers' family social, Thames Road, June nand a resource fair, Wingham, April 25, 26. The camp committee announced that special camp features will be a single parents' week in August and a youth weekend, May 16-19. Both will be held at Camp Menesetung, Goderich. Worship was conducted by Rev. John Roberts, Belgrave, e readers write Celebrate Mothers Day PLANT A TREE Continued from front page until the Official Plan Review which was required within one year. He presented a brief at the Township public meeting on September 26, 1979 asking the land be redesignated golf course and residential. He did not receive written response from the township as promised and decided to apply directly to the county with the option of going to the OMB to have • the land redesignated. He applied to the county on February 25, 1980 and the application was acknowledged on February 27, 1980. In the interim, the town- ship without notice to Westcott, passed a by-law zoning only Westcott's property for what is called agriculture: special use status zone, permitting a golf course, a golf course clubhouse, accessory uses and buildings to a golf course and a golf course clubhouse, agriculture. The Exeter Golf Course is now the only zoned property in the township and thus the only property in the township which -is subject to the Agricultural Code of Practice. Reeve Palmer asked the county planner if the land was "quick zoned" to comply with county planning policies to which Davidson replied the by-law prevents residential lots being developed. Palmer remarked it did not seem fair when the land was zoned open space in the original county plan. Davidson pointed out the residential lots were never recognized: that under the chequerboarding pattern, the land was not divided into lots, but rather parts. When Palmer asked why Westcott had been in- correctly informed he would have the chance to appeal the designation before the county planning board, Davidson said the county council does not hear ap- peals. The delegation before county council on Thursday was there to provide in- formation regarding the recommendation to council from the planning board. Davidson said the ap- plication to planning board was the first time Westcott had made an application directly to the -county. All other appeals were made to the municipality. Palmer said she would not support the planning board's recommendation and told council she wanted a more realistic proposal to be prepared by the planning department and brought to council.She voted against the recommendation. Pearson said in his brief it would appear local planning -is determined to concentrate on making life as difficult as possible for one man, namely, Westcott. "In the olden days, it used to be called persecution: it is certainly not planning," stated Pearson in his brief. The matter has been blown up out of all proportion and many red herrings have been drawn into the discbssion. Pearson added that he'has had the privilege of doing consulting work for the Ontario Golf Association and he knows of no other golf course in Ontario which has been so adversely treated. "It sticks out like a sore thumb," commented Pearson. Main Street Continued from front page from Gerry Gray, Olsen said that the development of the three areas was estimated at just under' $100,000, leaving the other $50,000 for some of the parking area projects envisioned by the BIA. The BIA project com- mittee chairman, Mike Williamson, said the plans "look fantastic" and said he appreciated the forthright comments of the Legion regarding the cenotaph. "We're not working in a grey area," he said in reference to, the stand taken by the Legion. The final questioned fielded by Olsen was from Gerry Gray who wondered what the annual main- tenance costs may be for the three areas to be developed. He was told that the maintenance costs would perhaps be less than the current expenditures because there would be no grass to cut. and all the plantings were designed for low maintenance. He said the basic concept in planning today is to go to higher capital costs to cut annual maintenance costs. The planner said there would be some annual costs in- volved in planting flowers and watering, but otherwise there would be little main- tenance involved. Dear Sir: Another hockey season has gone by in Parkhill. One team won the Silver Stick, the International Silver Stick, (two years in a row) and also won the All' Ontario Pee Wee C Championship. The other team won the Silver Stick, and went to the finals in the Atom C Championship. Our hometown paper never saw fit to 'even put an editorial about these boys. Also the town of Parkhill, Ailsa Craig, East Williams, West Williams and McGillivray never even mentioned a word of thanks to the men that put in their time as coaches and managers for the teams. - In these days when so many kids get into trouble, we should give recognition to kids that are an asset to our community. Tye Barnes Dear Sir: As Bell Canada manager for this area, I would like the opportunity to comment on a couple of points made by Roger Worth, of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, in his article Bucking,Bell Canada, Exeter Times-Advocate issue of April 16, 1980. Bell Canada's business line rates are not the highest in the country. The rate in Toronto is $27.35 a month, but in Vancouver it is $27.75 and in Halfax $28.85. When comparing the Business rate in Quebec City ($23.15) with Edmonton ($17.95), it must be remembered that the government-owned Edm- onton system has a different financial structure, It does not pay corporate income tax and certain other taxes. Whereas, in 1979 the telephone operations of Bell Canada incurred total municipal, provincial and federal taxes estimated at $524.4 million. Yours truly, P.D. Croome Area manager, Bell Canada To display abilities Area parents who have students attending Central Huron Secondary School in Clinton have been issued a special invitation to attend "Com-Tee '80" a special night being planned by the various departments to mark education week.. As well as the displays of completed projects, some students will be working in the various technical departments. The program, to be held May 7, is open to the public and runs from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. $81•411180110111& ( PETE 'S SIGNS 7) *TRUCK DOORS *COTTON & PAPER BANNERS •BILL BOARDS *COMMERCIAL SIGNS •SILK SCREENING *WINDOWS PARKHILL, ONT. 221 Ardross St. .2944286 locally grown first quality Nursery stock. Free delivery in Exeter and lucan area. MOTHERS DAY SPECIALS 11.0.0y#4 CC1111(11 . Ccnh,n ,f so x CENTRALIANURSERY Div. of Burk Lohmann Landscapping R.R. # 1 Centralia Tel 227-1101 The place to go for professional advice tool Lilac ea. $6.90 Assorted Shrubs $4.25 - $4.70 Flowering Hedgeplants $4.25 Apple Delicious $9.45 Cranberry $5.35 Red and Black currants $3.35 Dear Mr, Batten, In response to the April 23 write up, thank you; we are happy with and proud of our medical centre and the very competent doctors. Regarding the rabbits, you tickled our funny bones, however we did not get as carried away as you did. I for one am just plain angry at one marauding rabbit, who first of all ate the greens of our hedges, then the crocusses and then the bleeding hearts; our vegetable garden, when planted will probably be next on the list. I certainly know our elected officials have many responsibilities. However, I don't think I am wasting their time or money (in reality the taxpayers' money). 'I think they are there to take care of the little as well as the big things. In closing I wish to say please • don't call us "distorted people". Thank you. Mary Roobal