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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1967-10-05, Page 1 Vitlancoantto FIRST .S9CTION Wingham, Ontario, Thursday, Oot. 5, 1967 Single Copy Not Over Fifteen Cents, OFF TO MONTREAL Mayor draws Mrs. W. Vanderwoude's Expo ticket ALONG THE MAIN DRAG By The Pedestrian MAYOR DEWITT MILLER picks the winning ticket in The Advance-Times "See Expo On Us" contest which saw Mr. and Mrs. Willie Vanderwoude of Wingham off on a three-day trip to Expo. The Vanderwoudes will leave Wingham on Thursday afternoon and return Sunday night. With Mr. Miller is Advance-Times' advertising manager Ted Rowcliffe.—A-T Photo. MR. AND MRS, WILLIE VANDERWOUDE look very happy as they receive their tick- ets as winners of the "See Expo On Us" contest, sponsored by The Wingham Ad- vance-Times with the co-operation of a number of Wingham merchants. Present- ing the prize is Advance-Times publisher Barry Wenger and Lloyd Ellacott, manager of Edighoffers (Wingham) Ltd. where Mrs. Vanderwoude filled in the winning entry form. —Advance-Times Photo. GAMES CANCELLED-- The Pee Wee games sched- uled for Wednesday and Friday of last week were rained out. The boys are hoping for better luck this week. 0--0--0 INJURED AT FAIR-- George Tervit, of Wingham, suffered injuries to his left hip and right shoulder at the Tees- water Fair on Saturday. It is understood he was thrown from a cart. He was kept in hospi- tal but his many friends will be pleased to know that his condi- tion is considered satisfactory. 0--0--0 FAIR CROWDS DOWN-- Readers will note that this week's issue of the A-T carries picture coverage of two district fairs -- those at Brussels and Teeswater. Rainy weather chopped into attendances at both these annual events; esti- mates being that the crowds on hand were 30 to 40% down from average. However, quality of exhibits was excellent. 0--0--0 NEW AGENT-- Ken Baillie has been appoint. ed the new CPR station agent and has assumed his duties lo- cally. He was formerly sta- tioned as agent at Midland. He is a native of Monkton. Mrs. Baillie, the former Linda Mack- lam, is well known to many here having trained as a R.N.A, at the Wingham and District Hospital. Also she is a niece of Mrs. Margaret Foxton of town. The Baillies have two children, Kendra, 18 months and Darwin, 7 months, 0--0--0 BLACKOUT MONDAY-- Power was interrupted in most sections of town on Mon- .day due to some necessary in- stallationsW by the Public Utili- ties crew, The blackout lasted only a few minutes in most areas and was totally restored in a short time. 0--0--0 CANOPY DAMAGED-- The large metal canopy ov- er the gas pumps at Bridge Mo. tors took a heating on the week. end. A transport truck operat- ed by Brooks Transport of Luck- now clipped the frame which buckled under, and will be completely replaced. Four men were injured last Wednesday evening when an ex- plosion occurred at the Super- test Petroleum Corp. premises on Josephine Street, of which Keith L. Johnston is the lessee. Treated at Wingham and District Hospital for burns to the head, hands, arms and back was Mr. Johnston, 36. Harvey Houston, 38, of Teeswater, was only slightly singed. They were released after treatment. Described yesterday as being in satisfactory condition in the same hospital were Gary Pette- place, 28, and his brother, Ed- ward Petteplace, 36, both of Teeswater. They suffered third degree burns to their arms and less serious burns to the face. Ross Hayden, who was driv- ing past the garage at the time of the explosion, summoned *the Wingham Fire Department at 6.50 p.m. They arrived at the scene promptly and the in- jured were taken to hospital while the firemen extinguished the fire which amounted to on- ly a few wiper cloths and a ref- use barrel, Immediately after the ex- plosion Mr. Johnston hooked a wrecker onto a tractor which was in the south bay and hauled it to safety. Lynn Hickey, a member of the fire department removed a half-ton truck which was in the north bay. There was only minor damage to both vehicles. Damage was mostly structur- al, and to the interior finish on woodwork and metal, The roof was lifted from the walls, the rear east wall was bulged and broken and the south wall was bulged to a lesser degree. With the exception of two windows in the south wall, glass in the doors and windows was blown out with the force. Estimated damage to the building was $5,000.00 and to On the recommendation of the Recreation Commission council on Monday night hired a Brampton man as the town's new recreation director. The decision did not come easily. A number of council- lors felt the $7, 000 salary was too high. When it came to a vote, council split down the middle and it was left to Mayor Miller to cast the deciding bal- lott. As a result Jim Ward of Brampton was hired to look af- ter the recreation work in Wing- ham and the management of the arena. He will take up his duties within a month. He has, according to the recreation commission, top qualifications Two properties change hands Two changes in the owner- ship of local properties occur- red this past week that are of interest. Bob Irvine, Canadian Pacif- ic Railway agent, has resigned his position with tha firm and has purchased the Royal T at Wingham's north end from Ro- bert Hopper. The Royal T con- sists of the well-known dance hall, a snack bar and service station. Mr. Irvine will also retail some grocery items. Cameron MacTavish, presi- dent of C. E. MacTavish Ltd., area distributor of Fina products, has had his offices at the Royal T for some time and has vacat- ed the premises and is purchas- ing the Fina Station, operated by the late Bert Armstrong, from Canadian Petrofina Ltd. Mr, and Mrs. Irvine have moved from their Carling Ter- race home to quarters at the Royal T, and Mr, MacTavish has already set up his office at the Fina station. The latter will also open the building once again as a service station. the contents $250.00. On their arrival members of the brigade soon extinguished the blaze and notified the Wing- ham Police Department. Con- stable Ted Whitby answered the. call and was on the scene with- in minutes. A call was put through to the Fire Marshal's office in London and instruction was received to put the premises off limits to anyone until the arrival of Robert Ka-fman, Lon- don investigator. Mr. Kauf- man came to Wingham the next morning and was assisted in his investigation by Fire Chief D.A. Crothers. A representative of Supertest Petroleum Corpora- tion was also on hand Thursday morning. It was determined that the cause of the explosion and fire was from the use of an acety- lene cutting torch being used over a waste disposal unit piped from the floor to an underground tank. Gasoline vapors ignited the tank or the floor opening to the disposal unit. and experience. The salaries of recreation directors are subsidized by the province to the extent of $2, - 500, provided they have neces- sary qualifications. There was no argument in council as to the need for a recreation director, but only as to what the members felt the community can afford. Those in favour of obtaining the services of a qualified man were of the opinion that it would not cost the municipality any more than if an unqualified man were engaged. They felt that a properly qualified direc- tor is required if the recreation program is to progress, particu- larly in the light of the new swimming pool which is being built. Child treated for minor injuries A five-year-old boy, Brian St. Marie, was rushed to hospi- tal on Tuesday after being struck by a car at the intersec- tion of Frances and Patrick Streets. Examined at hospital by Dr. W. A. Crawford, the boy was found to be in satis- factory condition with bruises to the head and legs. Police Chief Jim Miller told the Advance-Times, that the driver of the car, Mrs. John Finnigan of Diagonal Road, was travelling east on Patrick Street when she caLae across members of the town crew who were roll- ing hoses at the intersection. She stopped, waited until the men were clear and then pro- ceeded. The St. Marie young- ster, a son of Mrs. Joan St. Marie of Frances Street, col- lided with the car after running into its path. Mrs. Finnigan and town employee Dave McKay took the boy to hospital where he was examined and treated. "I still can't believe it's true!" said Mrs. Willie Van- derWoude on Tuesday morning at the Advance-Times office, after finding out Monday night that she and her husband had won an all-expense paid trip for two to Expo 67. The trip was the prize in the "See Expo On Us" contest sponsored by the Advance-Times in co-opera- tion with various Wingham mer- chants, In fact, Mr. and Mrs. Van- derWoude were so keen on their Malcolm "Mac" MacKenzie, proprietor of the Bruce Inn at Kincardine, was the guest speaker at a dinner meeting of the Wingham Business Associa- tion at Danny's Restaurant on Thursday evening. The meet- ing took the form of a ladies' night as well, and several of the businessmen's wives were in attendance. The speaker was introduced by Ted Rowcliffe of The Ad- vance-Times staff, who said that Mr. MacKenzie is one of those very busy individuals who nevertheless finds a great deal of time to devote to his com- munity. He is a member of his town's industrial commission and one of the most active members of the Kincardine Chamber of Commerce. Ted pointed out that the lakeside Chamber has earned the "gavel of the year" award, symbolic of the most productive Chamber in that national organization. SPEAKER Mr. MacKenzie said that a purely business organization does not reflect the efforts of the whole community, since it is too much concerned with the necessary but prosaic task of making money. A Chamber of Commerce, on the other hand, One donation received for hockey club Though the list of prospec- tive players and management personnel is promising, the money hasn't been coming in very rapidly for the intermedi- ate hockey club. One anony- mous donation of $10.00 has been received and there are rumors of more to come. If you can help, call Char- lie Lee at once, so plans can be completed in time for an entry this season. Added to the player list ate the names of Lynn Hickey, Har- old Jardin and Ross Forester. Robert Foxton and Mike Willie have volunteered for the execu- tive, trip, they had all arrangements made on Tuesday and with re- servations confirmed and tick- ets in hand, were eagerly await- ing for the bus from. Wingham this afternoon (Thursday), They will return home Sunday eve- ning. The VanderWoudes are well known in Wingham, living here for the past fifteen years. Mr. VanderWoude has been em- ployed at the Wingham and District Hospital where he now holds the position of laboratory represents the people on the back streets of the town as well, plus farmers, industrialists, pro- fessional people and many oth- ers. "Chamber of Commerce," he said, does not attempt to duplicate the efforts of other existing organizations, but to fill the gaps which are left in all fields of community service; Though the Chamber of Commerce is not organized to concentrate on any one facet of community needs, Mr. Mac- Kenzie pointed out that one of its interests is fighting the cause of the small businessman. "We are all concerned," he said, "about the increase of the so- cialistic handout system. This country was built by people of independent spirit and we are throwing away the great heri- tage which has been handed to us." The speaker outlined some of the projects and attitudes which are the keynotes of Chamber activity and told how much this organization has ac- complished not only in his home town, but all over the Dominion of Canada. He said that separate committees are set up within the framework of the Chamber of Commerce, to Firemen elect 1967-68 officers The Wingham Fire Depart- ment elected its officers and committee chairmen at a meet- ing Monday night of last week and there was no change in the slate. D. A. Crothers is chief; Jim Carr, deputy chief; Norm Cronkwright and H. Aitchison, captains; Bob Hickey, secretary- treasurer; Robert Deyell, meet- ing chairman and Doug Carr, supply chairman. Five members attended a Mutual Aid meeting in Clinton September 18 and the next Meeting of the Mutual Aid will be held in Crediton on October 16. The firemen will conduct their annual Muscular Dystrophy drive on October 22. A house to house canvass will be made, Technician. Neither he nor his wife have ever visited Montreal although Mr. VanderWoude did pass through while heading for On- tario from Nova Scotia, where he had first resided on coming to Canada from his native Hol- land. Donna, his wife, has never been to Quebec and is anxious to see the towns and cities as well as the World's Fair. The prize won by the Van- derWoudes includes transporta- deal with the specific problems of the various groups which make up its membership. As an example, the businessmen would have their own working committee in which to solve such contentious problems as store hours and holidays. He warned that the businessmen should not attempt to dominate the organization. DISCUSSION PERIOD Following the remarks of the guest speaker several of the businessmen voiced their opin- ion that an organization with broader scope is needed in Wingham, to promote the good image of the community and to take responsibility for those functions and events which do not fall into the fields of any of the existing bodies. It was moved by Barry Weng- er and seconded by Clarence Duquette that a representative of the provincial or national Chamber of Commerce be in- One hundred and seven teach- ers from as far afield as Barrie have registered for a science course to be operated at the Wingham Public School for the next 25 weeks. The course, Car takes fire early Sunday Firemen were called at 1.56 a.m. Sunday when a car be- longing to Gus posturnus of Lis- towel took fire in front of Dan- ny's Restaurant, on Highway 86. A leak in the fuel system caused fire to start in the wir- ing and engine of the 1956 mod- el car. Last Thursday the Wingham Fire Department was alerted for stand-by when an 8,000gal- lon propane tank ruptured at Sparling's depot in Blyth. Fort- unately there was no fire and the services of the Wingham brigade were not needed. tion to and from Montreal by Greyhound bus, two nights at the Drummond Court Apartment Hotel in downtown Montreal, transportation to and from Ex- po by Greyhound and Expo pass- ports. The prize was presented to the VanderWoudes at the Ad- vance-Times on Tuesday by publisher Barry Wenger, assist- ed h ' Lloyd Ellacott, manager of hoffers Wingham Ltd. VanderWoude made the ing purchase. V,. the VanderWoudes ask- vited to address a public meet- ing in Wingham to provide more detailed information about the organization. The motion car- ried. OTHER TOPICS President Jack Hayes, who presided over the gathering, in- troduced several guests and new members -- Mr. and Mrs. Fred Snow, the former being manag- er of the Toronto-Dominion Bank and a newcomer to town this summer; Corporal Roe Cros- kill of the Ontario Provincial Police; Mrs. Anna Meyer of CKNX, and Roger West, the Progressive Conservative candi- date in Huron-Bruce. The candidate gave a short talk at the invitation of the president, and in his remarks stated that Premier Robarts has recently announced a new pro- gram of assistance to industry whereby strong incentives will be offered to those firms which will establish in the rural areas under the sponsorship of the De- partment of Education, is under the direction of Rodney Bain of the London Teachers' College. His staff includes Alfred Bren- don, Howard Cramer and Clarke Birchard of London and Harry Leatham of Stratford. Mr. Bain told the Advance- Times the course has been de- veloped to up-grade elementary school teachers, with the em- phasis on science as it is taught to children from kindergarten to Grade 6, He explained that there have been tremendous changes in science teaching in the past few years and a better understanding of how children learn. The course will give in- tensive instruction to the teach- ers on the. interim revision of the science courses published last year by the Department of Education. The teachers will spend six Saturdays in the field studying Various themes, such as conser. vation, botany and animal life. ed the Advance-Times if it would be possible to take their prize starting Thursday, it look- ed as though they might be dis- appointed as far as time was concerned, due to a four day reservation period. However, Greyhound buslines in London were most co-operative inmak- ing special arrangements to have the VanderWoudes at Expo by Friday morning. Following their return, the Advance- Times will contact them for their impressions of Expo of the province. He outlined the types of industries which will be covered by the offer, and the types of loans and grants which will be made available to them. GIFT PRESENTED Barry Wenger spoke of the excellent work done by Mrs. Anna Meyer in co-ordinating the Centennial activities and celebrations in this community during 1967 and said that the businessmen owe her a real debt of gratitude for taking on a task of such complexity and fulfill- ing it so successfully. He pre- sented Mrs. Meyer with a small gift from the organization. Mrs. Meyer, in her reply ex- pressed her thanks to the doz- ens of able lieutenants who had carried the plans to fruition. ASSISTANCE OFFERED Mayor DeWitt Miller intro- duced Corporal Croskill. The latter extended an offer of as- sistance with the Christmas par- ade. He said that the Provin- cial Police could not participate in an official capacity, but that he had the assurance of the of- ficers on his staff that as indi- viduals they would be glad to work with any organization which would undertake the re- sponsibility for a bigger and bet- ter Christmas parade. Ile sug- gested that such a parade be started this year and that with proper guidance could be made Please Turn to Page Two Ladies close golf season The closing meeting of the Ladies' Golf Club was held Tuesday afternoon when the prizes for each competition were presented. The McKinney Trophy was won by Mrs. Ncrman Elliott with Mrs. Doug Rathbun as run- ner-up. The Rose Bowl was won by Mrs. Matt Boyd and runner-up was Mrs. R, H. Lloyd. The Carling Trophy was won by Mrs. Reg. DuVal with the run- ner-up, Mrs. Matt Boyd, The McKinney tray was won by Mrs. Norman Elliott, runner-tip, Mrs. Joe Kerr and ringer score was a tie between Mrs. Doug Rathbun and Mrs. Joe Kern. CRACKED MASONRY and shifted cement blocks indicate the force of the explosion which took place at Keith Johnston's Ser- vice Station last week. Four men in the building received burns, —Advance:Times Photo. Building is badly damaged Explosion and fire injure four men at service station Brantford man is named new recreation director 101 public school teachers taking course at Wingham Businessmen interested in Chamber of Commerce