Loading...
The Huron Expositor, 1994-02-09, Page 44 -THE HURON EXPOSITOR, February 9, 1994 Expositor Your Community Newspaper Since 1860 TIM CUMMING - Editor DAVID SCOTT - Reporter UNDA PUUMAN - Typesetter BARB STOREY - Distribution TERN DALE - General Manager & Advertising Manager TOM WIWSCRAFT - Sales PAT ARMES - Office Manager DIANNE McGRATH - Subscriptions A Burgoyne Community Newspaper eiA M SUBSCRIPTION RATES: LOCAL • 24.00 a year, in advance, plus 1.68 G.S.T. SENIORS - 21.00 a yeor, in advance, plus 1.47 G.S.T. Goderidi, Stratford addresses: 24.00 aear, in advance, plus 7.28 stage, plus 2.19 G.S.T Out -Of -Area addresses: 24.00 a year, in advance, plus 11.44 postog , plus 2.48 G.S.T USA & Foreign: 24.00 a year in advance, plus $76.00 postage, G.S.T. exemptSUBSCRIPTION RATES: Published weekly by Signal -Star Publishing ot 100 Moin St., Seaforth. Publication moil registra- tion No. 0696 held ot Seaforth Ontario. Advertising is accepted on condition that in the event of a typographical error, the advertising space occupied by the erroneous item, together with a reasonable allowance for signature, will not be charged, but the balance of the advertisement 'will be paid for at the applicable rote. In the event of a ypogrophical error, advertising goods or services at a wrong price, goods or services may not be sold. Advertising is merely an offer to sell and may be withdrawn ot any time. The Huron Expositor is not responsible for the loss or damage of unsolicited manuscripts, photos or other materials used for reproduction purposes. Changes of address, orders for subscriptions and undeliverable copies ore to be sent to The Huron Expositor. Wednesday, February 9, 1994, Editorial and Business Offices - 100 Moin Street, Seaforth (519) 527-0240 Fax (519) 527-2858 Mailing Addreu - P.O. Box 69, Seaforth, Ontario, NOK 1 WO Member of the Conadion Community Newspaper Association, Ontario Community Newspopers Association and the Ontario Press Council Editorial Cheer on local heroes Next week there will be a competition which will leave many Seaforth and area residents biting their nails in front of the television set or white -knuckled in their armchairs or closing their eyes in nervous anticipation. Seaforth-native Lloyd Eisler and his figure skating partner Isabelle Brasseur will be skating in the Olympic games in Liliehammer. For the world champion pairs figure skaters this will almost certainly be their last Olympic competition. The return of former professionals puts Immense pressure on this duo and a gold medal, or any medal, is far from certain. Seaforth people know in their hearts the character these two skaters have shown in competition and how they fought back from disappointments to become world champions. We know they are capable of great athletic achievements. We would all love to see another medal -winning performance by the Olympic bronze medallists but that is secondary. Most of all, we want Lloyd and Isabelle to know that no matter what the judges' score cards say, you rate perfect 6.0 marks in our hearts. The Huron Expositor urges all fans of Lloyd and Isabelle to send their best wishes to Lloyd Eisler and Isabelle Brasseur, The Canadian Olympic Association, care of Canada Post Corporation, 6500 Silver Dart Drive, Mississauga, Ont. L5P 1B0. Whatever the final result of the '94 Winter Games we know you will give your best effort and make Canadians proud! (TBC). Letters to the Editor Contaminated eggs rare, says marketing board Dear Editor, This is in response to the article headlined "Observe safe egg cook- ing practices", (Huron Expositor, Dec. 22, 1993.) The article states "many tradi- tional Christmas foods are made using raw eggs which can be con- taminated with Salmonella: Eggnog, Caesar Salad Dressing, Hollandaise Sauce...". This statement gives the reader the impression that it is common to find eggs contaminated with Salmonella. In fact, Agricul- ture Canada has estimated that the chance of finding Salmonella in a Canada Grade A egg is one in a million. This means that the aver- age Canadian would encounter a contaminated egg once in 82 life- times! Recipes containing raw eggs, such as eggnog or Caesar Salad, can be enjoyed with confidence providing these simple rules are followed: • always buy eggs from a refriger- ated display case • always buy Canada Grade A eggs with clean, uncracked shells • store eggs in their carton in the refrigerator to prevent them picking up undesirable odours from other foods • when preparing and serving eggs and egg -rich foods, they should not be kept out of the refrigerator for more than 2 hours. Yours sincerely, Clare Jones Advertising and Nutrition Communications Co-ordinator The Ontario Egg • Producers' Marketing Board, Mississauga U.S. resident seeks facts on Thomas, Margaret Beatty Dear Editor, I am interested in hearing from descendants of Margaret (Smith) and Thomas Beatty. They had four children: Agnes, Margaret, Blake and Jack. Agnes married Stanley Garnham. I do not know who the others married. Any information I receive would be greatly appreci- ated. Thank You Marion R. Beatty 3001 Pine Ave., Erie, PA 16504 U.S.A. Opinion Buying wedding presents for year 2001 My friend Derek and I are attending the wedding of my other friend Deryck. I'm think- ing of buying a wedding present for Derek and his wife...not Deryck and his wife, nor Derek and his wife (as Derek is not married). Confused yet? Let's see if I can clear this up. Single -Derek and I are visiting Betrothed- Deryck which creates a problem as I never did buy a wedding present for already -dyed -in -the - wool -married -for -three -years Derek. Oh, dear! In all my faithful years reading Miss Manners I'm not at all sure if it's .poor eti- quette to buy a wedding present for a friend when years earlier you neglected to buy a present for his namesake. Guests at a wedding have been known to give all sons of useful wedding gifts: silverware, dishes...even toasters. I, on the other hand, am famous for giv- ing I.O.U.'s. "Someday," I promise, "I will be independently wealthy and when you least expect it there will be a new car in you drive- way...that will be your wedding present." I can already hear people scratching me off their wedding by Tim Cumming invitation lists. What good is a guest who doesn't bring pres- ents, anyway? Before you think I'm too much of a clod it must be stated in my defence that I have honestly thought about buying Derek and his wife a wedding present (that's Derek I, not Derek II or Deryck III) and it is the thought that counts, isn't it? In fact, I once actually mailed $20 at Christmas time as a dowapayment on my proposed Christmas gift. I was quite proud of myself for finally acting on this matter but, alas, years later I borrowed $20 from Derek at a Kingston bar (that's the married Derek, not the...ah, forget it) and never returned it. Should I ever have the privi- lege of walking down the altar I have no doubt what presents will await me at the reception after- wards: a beautiful cabinet (laid - away at the store until fully paid for), a new sofa (buy now, pay later) and a postdated cheque...for the year 2050. I can also foresee attending the 25th wedding anniversary for Derek, Derek or Deryck. "My that's a lovely anniver- sary present, Tim," one of them will say. "It's not an anniversary pres- ent., it's actually...oh, never mind." ••• I think (i few passersby on Main Street thought someone was preaching from the steps of Town Hall during the 'Talkathon' on Jan. 22. Actually, it was your local newspaper editor delivering two straight hours of speeches as one of the fundraising events for the mini marathon for the hospital. Now, two straight hours of talking is nothing for me but my next event...36 straight hours without eating! That was a chal- lenge. From the evening of Jan. 26 to the morning of Jan. 28 there were none of my custom- ary Big Turks, Jos & Louis pastries, Frosted Flakes, Kamikaze Chicken Wings or Pickled Sausages. In fact, there was no food at all. Even one of those cardboard -tasting rice cakes would have been nice. I think next time I'll try' eating for 36 straight hours...that has got to be easier. The grade eight class of Bill Millson, at Seaforth Public School, has offered to donate half of the proceeds from its Box Social to the hospital. Congratulations to the class for its community -mindedness. The class invited me to be auctioneer but due to the fact I will be sipping pifla coladas on tropical beaches at that time the hospital's Chief Executive Officer, Bill Thibert, has agreed to pinch-hit for me. Do you have a challenge for me? If so, drop me a line. It's all in the name of good fun and fundraising. Tim Cumming is currently on assignment in the Bahamas. Walton student shows good attitude: teacher by Laura Scott, grade three teacher A journal entry from a Grade 3 student regarding his weekend: "Monday, Jan. 17, 1994. I was going to hockey. It was a great game. We played Zurich. They won 7 to 0. We lost, but we'll win next game," We've often heard or said, "It's not whether you win or lose, but how you play the game." In these competitive days, we don't always expect that viewpoint to be taken seriously. My congratulations goes to Gerrid Dalton, Grade 3, for showing such fine sportsmanship; also congratulations to his hockey coach and parents who are obviously encouraging the fine attitude. Seaforth officer has tea with Queen FROM THE PAGES OF THE HURON EXPOSITOR, FEBRUARY 9, 1894 On counting the ballots cast for elders at the late election in the Egmondville Church, the following were the choice of the congrega- tion: W. McKay, Seaforth, D. Stephenson and R. Hicks of Egmondville. ••* Mr. Christopher Dale, jr., of Hullett, is the possessor of a pair of lambs, which were born on January 18th. This is considered extremely early. ••• Mr. W. J. Fowler, with his bride, left here on Wednesday for their home in Enderlin, Dakota. The best wishes of many friends go with Mr. and Mrs. Fowler to their western home. Mr. Fowler has made a good strike in taking with him one of Huron's most estimable daughters who, we are sure, will do her part towards making home happy. ••• Mr. Thomas Neilans, who for twenty years has been conveyor of Her Majesty's mails between Seaforth and Harlock, has had his contract renewed for the next four years. Mr. Neilans has given such faithful service that the Department never makes any fuss about renew- ing his contract. In the Years Agone Mr: . H. Pyper, of the firm of Duna* & Duncan, represented Seaforth at the great temperance convention held in Toronto this week. ••• The employees of the Broadfoot and Box establishment commences work frill time on Monday. • • • Mr. Oeorge Baldwin, our local Bskater, beat Wagner, of Berlin, in a five mile race at Listowel last Friday night by about a lap. FEBRUARY 7, 1919 Robert Winter, the well-known cattle buyer of Seaforth, carried off first prize for a Leicester buck which he exhibited at the annual fat -stock show. This animal was raised by P. M. Chesney of Tuckersmith. ••• Mr. James Devereaux this week sold his farm on the Huron Road, one mile east of Seaforth, to Mr. S. F. Carron, of Dover township, near Chatham, the consideration being $12,000. This is one of the best farms in Huron with extensive buildings and handsome brick resi- dence. eec Col Wilson left on Wednesday for New Ytrk. ••• Pte. W. Pinkney, who recently returned from overseas, is seriously ill at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Pinkney, with an attack of pneumonia. FEBRUARY 11, 1944 Flight Lieutenant T. E. Daly, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Daly of Seaforth, has returned to his home on leave, after three years overseas doing special radio work. "The abundance of food in Canada is still hard to believe and everything seems quite different and strange," was the statement of Flt. Lt. Daly upon his return home to Seaforth. After joining the R. C. A. F. in November, 1940, Flt. -Lt. Daly was commissioned and went directly overseas in January, 1941. For the first year he journeyed through England, Scotland and the Hebrides before being transferred to Middle East. While in England he was Cruise missile 'ex By Paul Steckle Huron -Bruce M.P. There is a new mood on Parlia- ment Hill. When the House of Commons opened Jan. 17 the Chreticn government was quick to give a greater voice to Parliament. Debates were held this past month on peacekeeping in Bosnia and Cruise Missile Testing. As well, for the first time in history, Members of Parliament participated in a pre- budget consultation in the House. it's certainly a breath of fresh air to listen to rational, intelligent and primarily non-partisan debate. Regarding the debate on the erimene should be terminated Paul Stecklo, M.P. Bosnian situation, relative to Canada's involvement, I felt that the discussion was well balanced and forthright. My conclusion after listening to both sides is that we should have a clearer understanding of our mandate under the United Nations. I feel that if we pulled out now, it would jeopardize the lives of many innocent people. The resi- dents of Bosnia, and many children, depend on the peacekeepers for food rations as well as safety. The greatest problem facing Canadian Peacekeepers is the fact that there is not a Peace Treaty to enforce. Even in consultation with out Peacekeepers we find a willingness to stay on. The second day of all -Party debate was given to our Defence involvement of the Cruise Missile Testing over Canada's far north. While the original agreement was signed with our American neigh- bours a decade ago, during the Cold Was, many things have changed over the recent years. Both sides to this issue were supported by various members of all parties. I believe as a Country, who has shown itself to be the intermediary between war- ring factions, our best resolve of this issue would be to terminate this experiment. Already 1 have heard from my constituents of your concern over the direction the government might take in the formulation of our first budget. i thank you for your views and continue to relay them to the Minister orflinisters as I receive them. My hope is to establish a forum and develop a process to meet as many constituents as possible, or at the very least provide an opportun- ity to draw a consensus on the contents of the 1995 budget. My goal for completing this play is before November 30, 1994. Your letters to the editors to our various local papers, in support of this column, would be greatly appreciated and will ensure the continuation of "P.S. - I Thought You Should Know." 1 make it a personal goal to remain objective as I deliver you my views. presented to the Queen and had tea with her and the two Princesses. "I found the Queen very gracious and lovely, with a sparkling personal- ity," was his comment on Her Majesty. Impressive unveiling and induc- tion services were held in First Presbyterian Church on Sunday, when the minster, Rev. Hugh Jack, unveiled the Honour Roll and ordained three newly -elected Elders and installed a fourth. The newly -elected members ordained were Mr. W. A. Wright and Mr. C. A. Reith, of Seaforth, and Mr. Charles MacKay, of Tuckersmith. Mr. Hugh McLaughlin, of Egmondville, a former Elder of Brucefield church, at the same time was installed as a member of First Church Session. FEBRUARY 6, 1969 Anne Sharp, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Sharp, Harpurhey, grad- uated recently from the Ontario Forest Technical School at Dorset as a qualified technician in forestry research and biology, fish and wildlife, parks and conservation. ••• For the second time in four years a rink representing the Seaforth Curling Club at the Quebec Interna- tional Bonspiel has captured the coveted Weyman Shield. Members of the rink were Royce Macaulay and Joseph Murphy, Clinton, Wm. Leyburn, London and John Longstaff, Robert Wilson and R. S. Box, Seaforth. A Seaforth rink including most of the curlers on this year's entry won the trophy in 1965. An SDHS rink skipped by Jane Cornish brought the Huron -Perth curling championship trophy to Seaforth. Skip was Jane Cornish, vice was Sharon Talbot, lead was Maggie McLean, second was Peggy Cornish and spare was Jean Campbell. A former Hensel] resident, John T. Mitchell will celebrate his 102nd birthday at Huronvicw, near Clinton on Friday. Born in Hay Township, Feb. 7th, 1867, he resided there until his parents moved to a farm in Tuckersmith, where his son, Stan- ley, still resides.