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Home My WebLink AboutThe Huron Expositor, 1995-12-27, Page 5H H I--1 H—I I-1 H f Feature Fire so hot, couldn't get near building Continued from page 4 through the windows first attracted his attention, and ,it was he who first gave the alarm. But by this time the whole of the mterioF must have been in flames, as almost im mediately afterwards the fire appeared in the upper part. When the first parties got to the building, even before the whistle was sounded, the fire was so hot that it was impos- sible to get into the building to remove any of the hose carts or other fire apparatus. FOREVER A MYSTERY There is little doubt but the fire was the work of an incen- diary, and it is supposed it was started with coal oil and behind the door of the hall way off which the fire apparatus was stored. But what object any person could have for deliberately destroying property in this way will, perhaps, for ever remain a mystery. The total loss to the town will be about $4,000, and there is an insurance on the contents for $1,500. The Council had in con- templation the erection of a hose tower in connection with the building and other general repairs, so as to make it com- fortable and convenient for the purposes required and also more sightly in external ap- pearances, but the enterprising fire -bug has forestalled the town fathers. An inquest, for the purpose of endeavoring to arrive at a conclusion as to the origin of the fire was opened last night and the Mayor has been authorized to offer a reward of $300 for the detection and conviction of the guilty parties, providing the inquest finds that the fire was due to incen- diarism. It will now be incumbent on the council to take steps im- mediately to secure the erection of a new fire hall, or procure one in some other way, and also to secure a full supply of fire protection apparatus. This is a matter which will not stand unnecessary delay, as the citizens of the town have too much at stake to run any risks. The town's people are par- ticularly indebted to the coun- cils of the sister towns of Clin- "The Mayor has been authorized to offer an award of $300 for the conviction of the guilty parties. ton and Mitchell for the loan of hose to tide us over until we can get a supply for ourselves. The latter place kindly loaned 500 feet of new rubber hose out of their entire stock of 1,200 feet. Stratford fire brigades also responded promptly to the call Sunday morning, and had a special engine and a full supply of lire apparatus ready to start to our aid should their services be required. We hope none of these places never require our services in a similar event, but should they, we are sure our authorities will cheerfully respond. ' Nov 6, 1891 DIVISION COURT -- Division Court was held in Seaforth on Saturday last, Judge Doyle presiding. The court was held in the new town hall in Kidd's block. This was the first public assemblage in the new hall. The judge expressed himself highly pleased with the hall as a suitable and comfortable place in which to hold court. The docket was the lightest for some time, which is, we sup- pose, a good sign of the times, although perhaps not so good for the clerk, bailiff and legal gentlemen. The following cases were heard: Smith vs. Mor- ris, --This was an action on a promissory note. The defendant admitted giving the note but deposed that he had not received value for it as the produce for which it had been given was spoiled and useless when it reached here. The plaintiff resides in Toronto and was not present. A non -suit with costs was entered.... Feb 24, 1893 NEW TOWN BUILDING -- Dear Expositor. --As the weather was stormy there were very few out last Friday night to hear the town hall question discussed. With your permis- rr sion 1 will submit a few pointers for the consideration of those who vote on that question next Friday. That a committee composed of Mayor Holmested, Reeve McLean, Architect Lyons and Councillor Beattie, submitted plans of a two stor) town hall, and reported in favor of the report and plans. The plans were also submitted to a public meeting and approved of there also. That the two story buil- ding gives all the accom- modation the town requires. That the two story building gives the Fire department all the accommodation that the three story one gives, with this exception in favor of the two story one, it gives a twelve foot ceiling to the Fire hall as against a nine foot ceiling in the other plan, which is very low for large rooms. That a three story building was not thought of until the Mechanics' Institute asked to have rooms provided. That the, town hall is on the third floor, which is a serious objection to climb two flights of stairs to reach a public hall. THREE FLOORS OR TWO? That Mayor Wilson says: `To erect the three story building, grade and gravel the grounds, put in scales, etc., as agreed to when the bylaw was submitted, it will cost $1,500 to $2,000 more than the council have at their disposal.' The writer thinks it will exceed the Mayor's estimate considerably. Council of last year pledged themselves that the whole work should not exceed the proceeds of the $8,000 debentures. That the two story building would not seriously overrun the ap- propriation, as there would be a probable saving of $1,500. That the two story building as adopted would be a good looking building. Any person having doubts can look at the front of Cardno's hall and tower, which would give them a fair idea of the proportions. (Of course the town hall will be more grand.) I give the above information, hoping every voter will consider and decide the matter for themsel- ves, and whatever the verdict may be, it will be my pleasing duty to legitimately and economically assist in carrying it to completion-- Yours, James Beattie. May 4, 1894 NEW TOWN BUILDING -- The new town building is now completed, and the work has been taken off the hands of the contractors. There is some fitting up and other fixing to be done outside, and also some work in the basement which was not specified in the contract, and which the council will, no doubt, have done as soon as possible. The Mechanics' Institute will remove next week to the spacious apartments which have been provided. Mr. Moore, the veteran Librarian, will scarcely know himself when he gets in there. SHOWY ENOUGH The building, not anything elaborate, is showy enough for a town of this size and it will be as serviceable as if it had cost three times the money. In fact, we are safe in saying the town has got good value for every dollar spent. The exterior of the building is very good, while the interior could not be better arranged for convenience and comfort, and it will supply the requirements of the town for a great many years to come. The rooms are large, airy and conveniently situated, and there is ample accom- modatioir for every department of the town's municipal machinery. The contractors, although somewhat slow, made a good job, and the ratepayers are under no inconsiderable obligation to Councillor J. R. Lyon, who designed the buil- ding and superintended the work, and it is an undertaking of which he may justly feel proud. DAVID SCOTT PHOTO 'SONG MY PADDLE SINGS - The Grade 3 class at Walton Public School performed a "Huron Christmas Carol" for the school's Christmas concert held at Duffs Church recently. Each student was dressed in native costume for the play. Class could buy jet with money saved Continued from page I problems making ends meet. * * * A Seaforth Public School class could buy its own private jet by the year 2028 with the money students will save by not smoking. Grade eight student Jason Hugill said someone could save $36,000 in 30 years by not smoking. Public health nurse Dianne Dawson was talking to the class about the dangers of smoking. FEBRUARY 1 The Huron Perth District Health Council was introduced to their first executive director last Thursday night at their monthly meeting. Fraser •Bell, 32, will leave his post as a Hospital Consultant/Inspector with the Ministry of Ilcalth and commence his work with the council on Feb. 13th. * * * The Ontario Government has no "hidden agenda" to nose its way into people's lives by expanding powers of attorney options within its new Substi- tute Decisions Act. "It's a misconception," Huron MPP Paul Klopp told last Thursday's meeting of the East Huron Long -Term ('are Com- mittee at Seaforth Community Hospital. "The last thing the government wants to do is nun these people's business." FEBRUARY It won't be a done deal until they sign the dotted line but Seaforth has decided to con- tinue negotiating a policing contract with the Ontario Prov- incial Police with a targeted implementation elate of Nov. 1, 1995. The Seaforth Youth Centre Committee mct for the first time last Tuesday. It estab- lished a goal of providing a centre that would provide rec- reational activities and be a warm and safe place to interact with peers and address social issues. * * * Hilda Austin of Seaforth plans to bank the $15,968.20 she won in the Jan. 7, 1995 Lottario draw. The winning ticket was purchased at Beckers on Main St., Seaforth. FEBRUARY 15 Snowmobiles on public sidewalks could pose a safety hazard, a Seaforth couple told the Seaforth Police Services Board • on Feb. 8. Jim and Penny Cardno said some Continued on page 7 Hensall shuffleboard DEC. 19 6 -(:AME WINS Emma Campbell, 448; Dave Kyle, 436; Hazel •McEwan, 387; Doris Hamilton, 386; Russell Ferguson, 385; Alice Thiel, 376; John Pepper, 361; Pearl McKnight, 335. 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