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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2001-02-28, Page 4Your Community Newspaper Since 1860 Terri -Lynn Hart - Publisher Pat Armes - Office Manager Scott Hilgendorff - Editor Diann McGrath - Subscriptions/Classifieds Susan Hundertmaric - Reporter Katrina Dietz - Sales Anne Roden - Distribution Bowes Publishers Limited Subsialber, 4 Sum Meir Capwetr. - A Qin. C..pesy E-mail us at seaforth@bowesnet.com Visit our home page at www.seaforthhuronexpositor.com SUBSCRIPTION RATES: LOCAL - 32.50 a year, in odvance, plus 2.28 G.S.T. SENIORS: - 30.00 o year, in advance, plus 2.10 G.S.T. USA & Foreign: 28.44 a year in advance, plus $78.00 postoge, G.S.T. exempt SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Published weekly by Signal -Star Publishing at 11 Main St., Seaforth. Publication mail registration No. 0696 held at Seaforth, Ontario. Advertising is accepted on condition that in the event of a typographical error, the advertising space occupied by the erroneous ibm, together with a reasonable allowance for signature, will not be charged, but the balance of the advertisement will be paid for at the applicable rate. In the event of a typographical 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 Advertising is merely an offer to sell and may be withdrawn at any time.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 28, 2000 Editorial and Illtaslatmas OMsas - 11 Mal. :Met.,tieaf.rtl. Tolophaaa (519) 527-0240 flax (519) 527.2555 Malllag Address - P.O. Box 69, Spahr to, Ontario, NOK 1 WO Member of the Canadian Community Newspaper Association, Ontario Community Newspapers Association Publication Mail Registration No. 07605 "We odatowlidp the financial support of the Government of Canada, throughthe Publications Assistance Program (PAP), toward our mailing costs." Editorial Bully ,program helps students understand pain teasing causes A dramatic program that dealt with the issue of bullies in school this month challenged students to take a hard look at themselves. And, some didn't like what they saw. The program will benefit everyone if it has helped students truly understand the impact of bullying. While name calling and teasing may not. seem so harsh on the surface, it can leave some pretty big emotional scars on children. Some teasing, coupled by other students just looking the other way leads to a cycle where soon, no one is willing to be near the student for fear of being targeted themselves. Pretty soon the victim has become isolated and alone with support from no one. Simple teasing has led to the destruction of the students' self-esteem. But students taking part in the program at Huron Centennial School found themselves having to take a look at themselves. They came up with scenarios of bullying drawn from their own lives as victims but had a chance to portray the bullies too, learning how it feels to be on both sides. While doing this, they were asked tough questions about how and why they responded the way they did and some said those were tough questions to answer. By the time they took specific incidents of bullying and realized how it all fits together into a bigger picture, the students realized just how serious bullying can be. And how painful. While there is no clear way to gauge its success, anything that can make the students stop, think and feel something they hadn't felt before would be worth having every student take part. Scott Hilgendorff How to access us Letters to the Editor and other submissions can be made toys by;noon on Mondays at: searlâ–ºetcom All letters and submissions must be .signed and accompanied by a day -time telephone number.tlfgbndations oma subject to editing far both la mid comeint. Don Y forget to check out our homepage at: i. att t ' ,... Opinion Commentary Farmers from all sectors joining forces to express concerns By Jack Wilkinson, President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture Agriculture and its people are making an impression on Ottawa and its politicians. Ours is a complex industry with a great diversity of opportunities and problems. As the 37th Parliament opened in Ottawa, it was welcome news to hear agriculture mentioned in the Speech from the Throne. There were few specifics, but additional investment in certain areas is anticipated. Reviewing debates in Hansard, the official publication reporting everything that is said in the House of Commons, agriculture is receiving considerable attention. Members of Parliament from across Canada are presenting their impressions of the importance of the industry and why it is critical that government provide its support to the industry. Prime Minister Chretien recently returned from a visit with the new President of the United States, George W. Bush. Even there, agriculture was a point of discussion – everything from support programs for farmers to trade negotiations at the World Trade Organization level. Before that, our Minister of Agriculture and Agri -Food Canada, Lyle Vanclief, spent some time in Europe talking about international trade and the levels of support different countries provide for their respective farmers. Canadian farmers have a lot at stake in the international market. Those producing under supply management are concerned about their future and what WTO negotiations could mean for their respective sectors. Livestock producers are anxious that the talks will yield greater opportunities for export of their products. Canadian grains and oilseeds producers have seen foreign subsidies paid to farmers in the United States and Europe play havoc with the prices they are paid on the international market. There's a lot to be considered when our politicians and trade negotiators develop strategies to take to the WTO table. It is critical they understand totally what's at stake for Canadian farmers and are prepared to go after the best possible deal for this country's agricultural industry. When things get out of balance, such as they are now for grains, oilseeds and horticultural producers, it takes considerable time and effort to correct. For more than a year these farmers have watched their returns decline as world prices are forced down by surplus production encouraged by rich support programs in the U.S. and Europe. Both Prime Minister Chretien and Mr. Vanclief, in their discussions with officials in those countries, made it clear what is happening to Canadian producers because of their policies. Seeing these talks is a good first step, but it could take months or years for results that will turn things around for our producers. Farmers from all sectors are joining forces now to make their concerns and demands known to the public in general and to the politicians in particular. They are bringing large pieces of farm equipment onto roads and highways, into towns and shopping mall parking lots to help deliver their message. Recent debates in the House of Commons indicate most of our Federal Government politicians have a better understanding of agriculture and what's at stake for the farmers of Canada as we proceed into the future. We, at the Ontario Federation of Agriculture, will continue to keep them aware and responsive to the needs of our industry. Huron farmers urged to give Steckle financial and production figures Huron farmers are urged to get their production and financial figures to MP Paul Steckle says the Huron Federation of Agriculture. Even though governments have admitted that the playing field is tilted, it seems they still require hard numbers to base their decisions for enhanced support. "We need to support our requests for a level playing field with US producers, by providing financial losses per acre," says Huron Federation Director Wayne Hamilton of Stanley Township. Huron -Bruce MP Paul Steckle, in a recent speech to the House of Commons was able to supply some financial figures from an actual grains and oil seed producer in Huron County. The figures quoted showed a loss of approximately $90 per acre, from a well-established farm operation. The local Federation is encouraging grains and oilseed farmers in similar circumstances to come forward with their figures from 2000. In discussion with Paul Steckle's office, the local MP has indicated a willingness to accept these figures. "It seems that Ag Canada is not supplying income numbers sector by sector, therefore the financial losses in the grains and oilseeds, whether for cash or feed ,purposes, is not readily available to our politicians," says Hamilton. "At the present time, we don't even have a signed agreement for the Market Revenue Insurance Program for 2001, let alone a commitment for the enhancements that farm groups continue to lobby for," he said. Please forward your numbers to Paul Steckle's constituency office as soon as possible. We have been assured that all names will be held in confidence. Shareholders hold annual oyster supper March 3, 1876 The Seed Show, under the auspices of the Tuckersmith Branch Agricultural Society held on Friday last was succesfu.l. Some winners were Thomas Gemmell, six rowed barley; James Carndehan, large peas. Mr. James Henderson of Bluevale has sold the Clyde Hotel to Mr.. Chambers from Ingersoll for $1,200. The annual meeting of Hibbert Plowing Assoc. was held in Staffa with Robert Gardiner being appointed president. Tuckersmith School Board met at No. 8 school with Mssrs. Sproat, Walker and McConnell present. Ice dealers have been filling their houses during the week. The ice is the best that has been secured for several winters past. Mr. Andrew Malcolm of Seaforth left yesterday on a trip to Scotland and England. He intends to combine business with pleasure. Mr. Wm. Armstrong of Hullett informs us that he had 14 lambs, added to his flock of sheep of seven ewes. On Saturday the 19th, the 25th carload of grain was shipped from Kippen by Mr. Hugh Love Sr. who is doing an extensive business in grain. February 20, 1901 The 28th annual meeting of the Howick Insurance Company was held in Gorrie last week. Years agone... Mr. Moore, station agent at Brucefield, conducted service in Carmel Church on Sabbath morning last and the Rev. S. Acheson of Kippen in the evening. The assembly given by the young bachelors of Hensall in Millers Hall was largely attended. Under the auspices of the East Huron Farmers' Institute, a meeting was held in Murdies School house with Mr. Thomas McMillan of Hullett presiding. Mr. James Broadfoot was here from Philadelphia to attend the funeral of his sister, Mrs. James Pringle. Mr. Robert Mollough, who has been conducting a bakery business was here for some time, has sold out to Mr. A. W. Colbert. Messrs. • George Patterson and Fred Harris are this week attending the Ancient Order of the United Workman Grand Lodge meeting in Hamilton. Mr. Wm. Riley of Londesboro has completed the contract for the erection of two large frame barns during the coming summer; one for Wm. Dodds and the other for Mr. James A. Smith. March 5, 1926 The Junior Red Cross . of S.S. #IO McKillop received a beautiful portfolio designed by the State School, 860, Great Western Victoria, Austalia. The box social in SS #7 Tuckersmith last Friday was a great success. Mr. James Waker and Mr. Lorne Wilson have each purchased from J and D McIntosh Scotch shorthorn bulls of choice breeding. The shareholders of the Cromarty Scale Company held their annual oyster supper on Friday evening. March has surely ushered in like a proverbial lion. Miss Grace McGregor of Tuckersmith, who has spent a few months with friends in Detroit, has returned home. The Thimble Club met at the Manse on Thursday last and a pleasant afternoon was spent in the making of handkerchiefs, folders, aprons, etc. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Consitt entertained a number of their friends on the 2nd of Tuckersmith. March 2, 1951 George Elliott, Clinton, has received the contract for cleaning and widening Silver Creek drain from the CNR tracks to the Egmondville River. Mr and Mrs. Matthew Armstrong, Huron St. will celebrate the 63rd anniversary of their wedding. Miss Nancy Spittal and Gordon Kennedy, Seaforth obtained 1st class honours in Grade II Royal Conservatory of Music. The property of R.W. Kerslake, situated on Jarvis Street, has been sold through the office of E.C. Chamberlain to Mr. and Mrs. Chester G. Lee. Miss Bess Grieve of Chatham and Miss Margaret Grieve of Dresden spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. T.M Grieve, Egmondville. Mr. and Mrs. Ross Leonhardt entertained relatives and friends at a dinner party, celebrating the birthday of the former's mother, Mrs. Chris. W. Leonhardt. Februrary 29, 1976 A long time Seaforth businessman and former owner of Seaforth Creamery, Charles Alpheus Barber, died Sunday at Byrne Nursing Home, St. Thomas. He was in his 97th year. Ontario Minister of Health, Frank K. Miller, came to Clinton Thursday and when he left, a second Huron County hospital had been told to close. Clinton Public Hospital was told to close as soon as possible, after April 1. The community around Clinton is up in arms following the order last week that Clintons 62 -bed hospital be closed down by April 1, throwing 75 full- time and 35 part-time employees out of work, Seaforth Lions Club are investigating the possibility of forming a Leo Club in Seaforth for youth.