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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2006-07-27, Page 4I'M FOLLOWING YOUR MOTTO, MAGGIE: "IN POLITICS, YOU CAN OFTEN BE WRONG, BUT NEVER IN DOUBT." PAGE 4. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 27, 2006. Editorials Opinions Publisher, Keith Roulston Editor, Bonnie Gropp Advertising, Ken Warwick & Kelly Quesenberry 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 $30.00/year ($28.30 + $1.70 G.S.T.) in Canada; S90.00/year in U.S.A. and $100/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 NOG 1H0 email: norhuron@scsinternet.com We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Publications Assistance Program (PAP) toward our mailing costs. CanacE • We are not responsible for unsolicited nonysscrIpb or photographs. Contents of The Citizen are 0 Copyright Lkocna €NA Member of the Ontario Press Council MEM P.O. Box 429, P.O. Box 152, BLYTH, Ont. BRUSSELS, Ont. NOM I HO NOG 1H0 Phone 523-4792 Phone 887-9114 FAX 523-9140 FAX 887-9021 E-mail norhuroneftscsintemet.com Website www.northhuron.on.ca The Citizen Looking Back Through the Years Visitors notice appearance Two visitors to Huron County from other parts of Canada in the past week pointed out what residents often take for granted: what a beautiful part of the world we live in. Vicky Gabereau, speaking in Blyth, July 15, and Rick Pascal, in Brussels last week, particularly commented on the neat and well-kept appearance of the county's farms as something that stood out for them on their visits from British Columbia and Alberta, respectively. Pride in the appearance of the homestead has become a major part of the culture of our region, whether in town or countryside. As the comments of Gabereau and Pascal attest, the efforts of home and farm owners add immeasurable to the appeal of the county to visitors, adding to the tourism potential of the area. Ironically, for farmers this can backfire. Critics of this spring's several farm demonstrations in favour of an effective risk management plan, questioned if fanners really needed government help when they drove such expensive equipment. No doubt some will see the well-kept appearance of their farms as evidence that the farmers are as prosperous as their farms appear. Thankfully, many farmers make a priority of keeping their farms neat and well kept. Here's hoping, for all our sakes, that we don't see times become so hard that we're surrounded by signs that will prove farmers badly need help. — KR Fighting a faceless enemy Two major news stories last week are united in one common reality: they both involve armies fighting faceless enemies. Israel has been criticized around the world for its attack on Lebanon and the killing of innocent civilians. The problem for Israel is that the Hezbollah guerrillas who are firing rockets into Israeli cities are hiding among civilians so that attacks on them kill non-combatants. Last week two Canadian soldiers were part of a convoy returning from a long mission combatting Taliban insurgents in Afghanistan. After weeks of putting their lives on the line, they were approaching safety when a car, packed with explosives, pulled Alongside their armored vehicle and blew up. The soldiers were killed and others wounded. Soldiers are supposed to be able td see their enemy. We expect there will be "sides", with one army over there and another over here, each in distinctive uniforms. But warfare today often involves warriors who seek to blend in with the civilian population, the way camouflaged soldiers blend into a jungle. This is particularly dangerous for regular army troops like Canadians and their allies in Afghanistan. When an attack such as last week's occurs, other soldiers for their own self-protection are likely to be suspicious of any civilians who appear to be a threat. If a shoot-first attitude takes over, and innocent civilians are killed, then the soldiers become the enemy of the very people they are trying to help. The more attacks, the more distrust, the more potential for innocent people to be killed or wounded and the more victory for the terrorist bombers. This is also the situation Israel findS itself in in Lebanon. For Israelis, tired of periodic rockets being fired into their communities from Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, the solution is to go into their neighbouring country and root out the terrorists. Yet Israel's efforts, by killing innocent Lebanese, are earning more enmity for a country that has few friends in its neighbourhood. The more enemies Israel creates, the more terrorists who are willing to sacrifice their lives in attacks on Israel. Canadian soldiers. are trying to create friends in Afghanistan, to provide the services and the infrastructure that will make the country a better place to live and turn the people against the terrorists. Whether they can succeed before the terrorists accomplish their goal to turn people against them is still an open question. But at least they're making a good impression, which is more than Israel is accomplishing. — KR Letters Policy The Citizen welcomes letters to the editor. Letters must be signed and should Include a daytime telephone number for the purpose of verification only, Letters that are not signed will not be printed. Submissions may be edited for length, clarity and content, using fair comment as our guideline. The Citizen reserves the right to refuse any letter on the basis of unfair bias, prejudice or inaccurate information. As well, letters can only be printed as space allows. Please keep your letters brief and concise. July 30, 1959 A service was held in which the United. and Presbyterian congregations came together to celebrate the re-opening of Melville Church which had been re- decorated. Both congregations worshipped at the United Church for the month of July. Ted MacLean of Sarnia leased the local Fina Station formerly operated by Bill Fischer. MacLean was produce operator of a Sarnia Dominion store. The MacLeans moved into the home formerly occupied by the late Mrs. C. Sellers. H.B. Allen, who was in the "drug business" in Brussels for 35 years disposed of his property to a realtor. The Aliens moved to London. They would be missed in the community. Mrs. Allen was an active worker in Melville church and Morning Star Rebekah Lodge. Playing at the Llashmar Drive-in Theatre in Listowel was King Creole, starring Elvis Presley and Carolyn Jones. At the Lyceum Theatre in Wingham it was The Quiet American with Audie Murphy and Claude Dauphin. July 27, 1960. There would be no issue of The Standard for two weeks because of holidays. The office remained open for the purchase of magazines, stationery supplies, subscription renewals and printing orders. Another successful Vacation Bible School was completed Friday with closing exercises and an open house and picnic on the lawn of Blyth United Church. There had been an enrollment of 112 children that year. Thirty certificates were presented, including 26 to children with perfect attendance. The. Seaforth Lions were holding their-carnival at the park. The event promised bands, bingo, games and a midway. Free TB detection clinics were being held throughout the county, including ones at Blyth Memorial Hall, Brussels Library and the Ethel Community Centre. Residents were reminded to take advantage "for health's sake". Blyth United Church was holding its centennial celebration. The event began with an anniversary cake cut by Mrs. Thomas Pate followed by the supper. Cost was adults $1, children 12 and under 50 cents. The Brodhagen Band performed at 8:30 p.m. On the Sunday, members of the church school gathered, then Rev. W. J. Maines led the public worship. Guest soloists were Sara Cole, Mrs. W. Van Egmond and Stan Sibthorpe. In the afternoon there was an historic display and a tea. A 16-oz. jar of York peanut butter was on sale at Superior Food Market for 29 cents. Aug. 1. 1973 Members of the cast of Shortshrift, a play for children watched as the town hall of their imaginary village burned down. The actors were from the junior company of the Huron Country Playhouse and were in Blyth under the auspices of the Blyth Little Theatre. Rev. Ron Curl was the new minister at Westfield Fellowship and the Huron Men's Chapel in Auburn. A few insights into future plans for an East Wawanosh wildlife park were revealed during a tour of Maitland Valley Conservation Authority. Roy Pattison, Huron warden and reeve of East Wawanosh was honoured at a dance in Wingham. July 28, 1971 Two area barn fires kept Blyth firefighters busy. One, near Londesborough began during a severe thunderstorm when hydro wires were struck by lightning and ignited the barn. The house was also damaged. The second was north-west of Blyth. The estimate of damage was $30,000 and the cause was undetermined. At Snell's Food Market, a pork shoulder roast was selling for 39 cents a pound. Four pounds of pork riblets were $1. Slater's General Store had premium red sockeye salmon on sale for 59 cents. A hot beef sandwich, including potatoes, vegetables, cole slaw and gravy was the 50 cent special every Tuesday night at the Blyth Inn. At Brownie's Drive-in Theatre in Clinton it was Carry on Camping with England's Carry On Gang and Perfect Friday, starring Ursula Andress and Stanley Baker. July 29, 1987 Gordon Workman officially became reeve of Brussels when he signed an oath of office. Ruth Sauve got the vacant council seat by the luck of the draw. Members of the Belgrave t-ball team were: Heather Black, Ryan Fear, Heidi Meier, Laura Meier, Carleigh Galbraith, Kimberley McCormick, Melissa McCormick, Alicia Potter, Steven McBurney, Carla Freiburger, Vicky Black, Justin Black, Timmy Robinson, Brian Sinclair, Jason McBurney, Jimmy McCracken, Robin Sanders, Justin Campbell, Tyler Fenton and Aaron Bakker. Blyth firefightes were quickly at the scene to control a fire in Auburn. The blaze was believed to have started from an electrical malfunction.