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The Citizen, 1999-05-26, Page 11Flying leap Hurrying to complete the day’s events before rain moved in, Walton Public School students took part in track and field activities, May 18. Nicole Williamson, one of the top achievers in the girls’ events, showed off her long jump form. Morris changes meeting dates THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 26, 1999. PAGE 11. Walton PS news JKs visit classroom Morris council adjusted meeting dates at the May 18 session. The June 1 meeting of council will be changed to June 2 and meetings in July will be on July 13 and 20. A bylaw was passed to set up a reserve for the Belgrave Kinsmen Park. Maintenance for the Grasby Drain, Branch A was approved. Resident Dave Linton reported to council about the Canada Agricul­ ture Council board. The Hog Pro­ ducers have been approved for $140,000 which their organization must match. Deputy-Reeve Keith Johnston said the Wingham Airport commit­ tee was concerned about the tax rate for the airport farmland. Clerk- Treasurer Nancy Michie will look into it and contact both OMAFRA and the Town of Wingham. Morris Twp. supported resolu­ tions from the County of Elgin and the Twp. of Centre Wellington. Elgin is asking the federal and provincial governments to create an infrastructure program for the maintenance or replacement of municipal bridges. Wellington is requesting govern­ ments recognize the farmer’s right to continue to maintain and use drainage ditches in the manner and for the original purpose of draining as they were intended. Farmers would also have the right to con­ struct new ditches. Legislation should be enacted to exempt agri­ cultural land from all costs of meet­ ing regulations such as for fish habitats. # Candidates debate Continued from page 10 would be no cuts to agriculture back in 1995.” McQuail said his party supported supply management and the need for farmers to get a fair price for their products. “You’ll hear a lot about trickle down economics and tax cuts but I think fair prices and fair wages are a better way to put money in our pockets.” Freiburger said the fact farmers in other countries received subsi­ dies meant that Canadian farmers needed help. “But on a level play­ ing field you’re not going to find anybody more innovative and entrepreneurial than Ontario farm­ ers.” As a consumer, Freiburger said, “I’m willing to pay a premium for the Ontario product. It looks good, it tastes good.” The Family Coalition party sup­ ports the right to farm and wants to encourage farmers to protect the environment. The Early Years students welcome next fall’s new JKs. They will be coming for two weeks to give them a taste of what it will be like to go to school. Mrs. Scott reported they did very well and there were only a few tears. The number ‘8’ was the number of the week. They made spiders with eight legs and they rolled bread dough into figure 8s and ate them. Thanks to parents who helped at the work day, painting equipment, setting up climbers and bringing out all the kindergarten outdoor riding toys. The parents painted a section of the pavement just for the kindergartens. The Grade l/2s worked hard on farm writing for the Penn6 Whistle Express newspaper column and in conjunction with the farm safety presentation. They also completed their study of farm structures by making an eight-fold booklet naming structures, their functions and materials used. Grade 3/4s had their last day of swimming and will be receiving their badges soon. Track and field was held last week and everyone did so well. The children going on to Seaforth to compete in the Regional Track meet are Chris Holmes, Jamie Reinink, Shayne Cochrane, Scott Somerville, Andrea and Nikki Vanderveen, Laura Elligsen, Jennifer Eddy, Bridget Blake, Jodi McIntosh, Nicole Williamson. Congratulations kids! Another highlight of the week was the farm safety presentations. This was put together by Rita Bowers and Pat Dalton. There were six different presentations for the students to visit. Case and Gerard Brand, represented Huron County Farm and Safety Association (Case being President) and Steve Matisz was from the Guelph office of the Farm Safety Association of Ontario. He taught the children about PTOs and the danger of being too close. Steve had a pair of jeans stuffed with shavings and he showed the children what would happen if the pants ever got caught. Many eyes opened wide as shavings flew LINDA FREIBURGER With your vote for the F.C.P. you are - a voice for the unborn - a voice for traditional family values - a voice for strong, moral leadership Ontario's Future depends on you. VOTE LINDA FREIBURGER ON JUNE 3rd FAMILY COALITION PARTY Phone 519-881-0549 Authorized by Linda Freiburger Campaign '99 everywhere. Brian Falconer was set up in the library. He presented chemical safety. He showed students all the danger signs and symbols of chemicals (poisons). Veterinarian Dr. Brian Nuhn talked about animal safety and how not to approach animals. Never scare or frighten animals. He showed them a way to move when a dog is approaching them in a threatening way. He told them too, his story about a cat that attacked him. Brett Lee brought equipment for his presentation on ATV safety. He told them ways they can be safe when riding motorized bikes etc. Bryan Vincent from Vincent’s Machinery and Brian McGavin from McGavin’s Farm Machinery brought some machinery to show the children. One of the Duff’s celebrates Pentecost It was a beautiful sunny morning on May 23 as people entered Duff’s United Church to celebrate Pentecost and Communion. Rev. James Murray welcomed everyone and began the service with the Call to Worship. He announced that there will be a Community Yard Sale on June 5 and the church is going, to participate in it. People are asked to bring their items to sell during the week of May 31 - June 4. Baking is very welcome and should be brought to the church June 4 or early June 5. The sale starts at 8 a.m. until noon. Hot dogs and pop will be sold as well. Do not bring clothing to sell. Call Karen Hoegy at 887-9018 or Barb Durrell at 887-6068 for more information. The choir sang, We are One and Rev. Murray’s sermon was called, “The Power of Pentecost”. He said that humans have incredible influence and power. David Suzuki notes that humans are the only species on the planet who have the ability to physically change their demonstrations was to show the children that when approaching someone on a tractor, they should walk up only until they can see that person in the seat. If they can’t see the driver they are too close. The Grey Twp. Fire Department with Fire Chief Gary Earl and firefighters Don Baan, Calvin Semple and Dave Diehl were set up on the tarmac and they told the children important safety tips in case of fire. It was an incredible day with all the children becoming wiser and more aware of the dangers around equipment and machinery. Thanks to all the volunteers this past week who helped put everything together and helped with the activities throughout the week. That is one of the reasons Walton Public School is such a great school. environment. They have the power to create, to change, to consume, to exterminate life and destroy. There are many kinds of power he said, the power of physical force, persuasive power, military power and fire power. This is a day to look at what God’s power is like, he said. The story of Pentecost shows how God’s power, which was uniquely and fully expressed in Jesus of Nazareth, can be shared with everyone. God’s power is that creative, self-giving love which gives life to everything in this universe. Rev. Murray asked what kind of power did the congregation members desire. The power over others or the power to love others? The power they take from others or the power they lovingly share? “Do we get our power, our energy by taking something from others, or do we get our power, our energy by giving love to them?” he asked. “In order to receive God’s power we must first be willing to give it away.” Communion was served by Rev. Murray, Heidi and Darrell McClure and Leona McDonald.