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The Huron Expositor, 1998-09-23, Page 5Opinion from few facts, `gross exaggerations' I lived in Egmondville for a few years and enjoy receiv- ing the Expositor here in London. I would like to see your editor actually do some homework with respect to editorials. There is an ongo- ing dispute between those that teach our children and those that are responsible for the funds that make that hap- pen. Your editorial this past week contained little facts and in fact gross exaggera- tions - "little squabble", how does illegal walk out grab you. Why don. - 'port on the curre• ton of dol- lars spet.. our system - how much is spent where. Give your readers the infor- mation they need to make informed decisions. Take it a step further and find out the following from the staff at Seaforth High School: - How much are they paid for their hours in the class - Letters to the Editor room (annual salary/hours in class) - How much are they paid for their overall service (annual salary/hours in class + hours in extracurricular activities + prep time) - Apologies for the intru- sion into the teachers person- al life but tax dollars paid the bill. - Are extracurricular activi- ties required by teachers or is this time given like that of a minor hockey league coach, for the enjoyment? This is their work to rule option. - What is the impact on their lives with the proposed changes to actual classroom time? - If a teacher has instructed history for 10 years, how much prep time do you require for year 11? What does the board save, if any, with increase in class- room time? What is the percentage spent in your area to adminis- ter the system versus teach- ing the children? Is a million dollar renova- tion of Seaforth High School a wise decision? That is a good deal of money that could he used for a child's post secondary education. Have you attempted to get a personal view from one of the teachers, preferably a towns' folk on the effect of the legislation? Last but possibly most important, what is the effect on the taxpayer with the pro - From Seaforth to Bay Street ERQM Page 4 was needed to find an answer. Trying to reconcile and bal- Without an abundance of self ance numbers of shares and confidence I made a sugges- the number of dollars and tion to my immediate boss. make it come out right before Not wanting to look too fool - the next day of trading was an ish if my idea was stupid I almost impossible job - so the expressed it was a question. "error account" grew. He looked a bit puzzled and The brainy high priced help said somethine like. "Mv God were looking for a complex it might work." and costly solution - it was He said put it on paper, moe than decade hefore the which I did, and a secretary computer. In fact the word typed it for me. It was my first was not yet heard in office ever memo, knowing my limi- conversation. tations I asked Pat Maw, one Because I was alone in the of my mentor ladies to check city with little money for my spelling and grammar. entertainment I went to bed My boss took it to the vice- early...and arrived at the office president. He had never most mornings hefore 7. All before spoken to me but now the others started at 9. It gave stuck his head out of his office me time to think about the and said, "Westcott, come in problem and to try and come here please". As if he was up with some ideas. It wasn't requesting something as mun- part of my job but I was close dane as a cup of coffee he enough to know about it and said, "Westcott, I want you to hear it discussed by my and Lefeuvre to go to New boss and the vice-president. York for a few days." "You My limited education and can work out of our office level of knowledge did not down there and meet the fel- allow me the luxury of mak- lows at 70 Pine, and see if ing lofty appraisals of compli- your idea makes sense to cated and screwed up office them." 70 Pine Street was the procedures. ...but oddly address of Merrill, Lynch. I enough, simplicity and com- • could hardly believe what I mon sense was exactly what was hearing...it's 1950 and Parking spaces to remain Eliminating a couple of parking spaces near the inter- section on the south of Goderich Street West would cost more than Seaforth Council bargained for, after investigation by Works superintendent John Forrest, who first suggested it last month. Council decided not to pro- ceed at its Sept. 8 meeting. After taking a tape measure ,o the corner, adjacent to the dentists' office, Forrest found out there was a one -foot devi- ation, so curbing would have to be taken out and roadway adjusted. Coun. Heather Robinet said Cart stolen A home-made wooden cart full of flowers valued at $150 was taken from John Street in Seaforth sometime overnight Sunday. It is five-foot by three-foot with buggy wheels, and was left outside on the north side of the residence. Anyone see- ing it is asked to call the Seaforth office of the Ontario Provincial Police. RiDE CHARGES A 54 -year-old man and 17 - year -old male were charged with liquor offences in sepa- rate incidents by OPP when the "Reduce impaired Driving Everywhere" pro- gram was in Seaforth on Sept 12. The teenager was charged at 11:30 p.m. on Victoria Street when officers discov- ered "a large quantity of beer." in another RiDE related incident at about 9 n.m. on the same day. a 54-y . ,r -old Goderich man •was charged with impaired driving and refusing to provide breath samples, and is scheduled to appear in Goderich court on Dec. 7. `SQUARE' BOARDERS That Saturday a pair of 15 - year -old youths were charged with skateboarding in the Square at Goderich. They are to appear in court Nov. 12. only a few months ago i was climbing hydro poles in Seaforth....and now I'm being sent to solve a problem in New York, with the world's biggest stockbroker. A porter at Union Station took my bag and I was escort- ed to my own room in the first class section of the New York Central. I lay there watching .the midnight sights go by the window as the train heads for the Niagara border. The wail of the now long forgotten steam engine whistle and the clickety clack o f the wheels put me to sleep. I wake at the call of the porter - hearing his loud musical voice call out, "Ninety minutes to Grand Central Station." I lay at the window and soak it all in as long as I can, for the tracks ran for miles and miles along the bank of the Hudson River. I joined my boss, Bill Lefeuvre, in the dining car for breakfast, wanting to remem- ber every little thing that was happening. I would put it all down on postcards to Virginia and my mother and dad when we got to New York. I was so very lucky...for making the transition from small town to Bay Street was made easier by wonderful a business on the east side of people who treated me with the corner had expressed con- patience and respect. 1 was cems that getting rid of the offered help at every turn. I parking spaces would foster was blessed by timing. Sadly, an increase in illegal turns. the graciousness of the 1950s Deputy -clerk Cathy Garrick is long gone. Then I was con - said Town Hall had only had sidered a neophyte who need - one phone call suggesting the ed support and a kind word. spaces be eliminated. Today I would likely be "Right now it looks like a looked on as a nerd and very expensive venture," laughed at. Forrest said. Who knows what might have happened had I stayed in the Bay Street stock and bond business. i might be filthy rich with stock in Microsoft....or at the food bank telling of my misguided faith in Bre-X. But it was not to be. I was lured to Queens Park to become a minor spear carri- er for the old grey fox from Lindsay, Leslie Frost. Lured, I recall my the money. It paid $100. A year more than i made at Dominion Securities...so i stayed for 35 years. Fire. destroys old Hallett school Fire destroyed an old school house (Number 1 I ) that had been renovated in Hullett Township in the early morning hours of Sept. 12. The bed and breakfast on Conc., 10 (Pt. Lot 16) was owned by Adriana Maathuis and Jens Schoenrank. Blyth fire chief Paul Josling said the cause was undeter- mined hut accidental. posed changes? I pay thou- sand of dollars every year to the government. Would fifty dollars more ensure "quality education", a hundred? My children's' future is at stake. 1 need to know the impact on my bottom line not some half a billion savings province wide. My questions are directed more towards the teaching staff due to an ignorance of their daily workload and their monetary compensation. However, teachers walked out last fall and left one of my children out of school. "For the good of the educa- tion system," they reply. Show me how. The govern- ment has an agenda so does the teachers union. Brian Mellen Arthritis `Blitz' garners $1,600 Dear Editor: On Tuesday, Sept. 15 the CIBC staff and a wonderful group of volunteers hit the streets of Seaforth to canvas for the Arthritis Society. Although we were not able to canvas the entire town in the three hour "blitz", we (the community)- were able to contribute just over $1,600.00 to the Arthritis Society. We would like to thank the dedicated volun- teers and the people of Seaforth for their generosity. Sincerely, Deborah Brindley Branch Manager CIBC Seaforth Md,Me Birmingham RMT Regisiered Massage Therapist 527-0780 Total Image 1 Thura/Sat. Complete Automotive Repair "Class A Mechanic" TIRE SALES, SERVICE & REPAIR ARCHS IGS 527-0881 24 Goderich St. E. SYR frl:l Allan Carter, Broker • Home Auto - Commercial • Farm 522-0399 Seaforth 1-800-265-0959 Strathroy /o) THANK -YOU Thanks to Mayor Dave Scott and his generous helpers for their part in making Saturday's BBQ a great success. We raised approximately 8800.00 for Jesse's Journey Thanks to all who donated! Donations are still being accepted at our store until Sept. 28, 1998. Let's see what we can achieve for a very worthwhile cause. TMS HURON EXPOSITOR, SEPTEMBER 43, 1994-5 1 SEAFORTH INSURANCE BROKER LTD. 527-1610 • Home • Commercial • Auto • Farm • Life • Out of Province Travel Insurance Barb Watt Joanne Williamson Lynn Pleach, Ken Canino 41 Main St. S. Seaforth Friday, September 2S, 1998 10 am - 2 pm RegistereNurse on site for specialty care in: �RNS -'' CALLUSES TOE NAILS CALL 527-1990 to make an appointment *A 45.00 charge will apply. Rx Central Keating's Pharmacy 67 Main St., Seaforth — 527-1990 Review of activities at SEAFORTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Living With Cancer the diagnosis and treatment for cancer is bound to be STRESSFUL. Come and,join us in teaming the skills needed to cope with sleeplessness, depression, fear of appointments, pain and other .issues associated with cancer. This informative session win ►,geld Wed. Sept. 23/98 @ Seaforth Manor Activation Room, Lower Level at 7:30 p.m. Presenter: Dorothy Chapman. Everyone is welcome - survivors. family members, and friends. No registration necessary. Sponsored by Seaforth Cancer Support Group and Huron Hospice Volunteer Senlce. For further information, please contact Shirley Dinsmore at 527-0655 or 527-1005. 50/50 Draw feeling lucky? Without a ticket you wont stand a chance. Tickets available from Hospital Auxiliary Members or at, Seaforth Hospital Booth at the Fair Oct. 9 & 10/98. Cost: 51,00 ea. or 3 for 5,2.00. Winner will be announced at the Seaforth Fair. PUMPKINS? Do you have an abundance of pumpkins in your garden:' If so, would you he willing to donate to the Teen Volunteers for the purpose of Fall pumpkin decorating for the patient areas. If you are able to help. please give Frances Teatero, Program Co-ordinator a call at 522- 1619 as soon as possible. OB PREADMIT CLINICS if you are 36-38 weeks pregnant and planning to deliver at Seaforth Community Hospital. you are requested to pre -register by contacting Nursing Office (519)527-3(X)). Clinics by appoinlmenf ONLY each Sunday beginning Ci 1 p.m. . 1 STAYAWAY FROM F , N . WIRES I •i1 • l ti,ti N, wif,e -- �/ AV\ _ ���� 1r„ I�� i,6 /4i„ 1 Hydro ice storms, high winds or fallen tree limbs can bring hydro lines down. And even a fallen wire that �� seems dead can be ., dangerous. So don't go near the wires, warn others not to and report the fallen wires to your local , hydro or theAP/ police as soon -or/ r as possible. G ��` If a line falls N-411'!11,,,, across your r, �\� vehicle, stay , t�,�'► inside until a hydro `= crew removes the line. , r If there's a live power line touching your car, putting even one foot on the ground can be a fatal move to make. 0 Ontario