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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2002-04-10, Page 6Your Community Newspaper Since 1860 Toni williscraft - Publisher Pat Armes - Office Manager Scott Hilgendorff - Editor DicrneMcGrath • Subscriptions/Classifieds Susan Hundertmark - Reporter Katrina Dietz - Sales Anne Roden - Distribution Bowes Publishers Limited SJ"lurr .is... Md.. Cwp..UM% - A (Neoax Ca. fr E-mail us at seaforthObowesnet.com Visit our home page at www.seaforthhuronexpositor.corn SUBSCRIPTION RATES: LOOCAI. - 32.50 a year, in advance, plus 2.28 G.S.T. SENIORS: • 30.00 a year, in advance, plus 2.10 G.S.T. ,SA & Foreign: 28.44 a year in advance, plus $78.00 postoge, G.S.T. exempt SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Published weeldy by Signol-Slur Publishing at 11 Main St., Seaforth. Publication mail registration No. 0696 held at Seaforth, Ontario. 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Wednesday, April 25, 2001 *diterlal mad Uaslloeas OMses - 11 Mala $ireet.,Soefortls 1rlepheae (519) 527.0240 Pax (519) 527-2858 Maida, Address - P.O. lox 69, fealerllra, Oatarie, NOK 1 WO Member of the Canadian Community Newspaper Association, Ontario Community Newspapers Association Publication Mail Registration No. 07605 "We octhe financial support of the Government of Canada, through he Publications Assistance Program (PAP), Sward our mailing costs." Editorial Economic development officer idea has merit but needs more thought The idea of potentially spending $100,000 on an economic development officer needs to be given serious consideration. Mayor Lin Steffler, whose husband was one of the original members of the Business Retention and Expansion Committee ( BR+E), strongly suggested council needed to be in support of that commitee's sales pitch to council for hiring an economic development officer. But it is a large pill to swallow for some councillors concerned about public perception in rural areas and the idea of spending that much money when the recent formation of Huron East was supposed to save money. At the same time, the local business community, particularly the downtown, is struggling with the loss of direct help from former Deputy Reeve Cathy Garrick who now has a different role in the new municipality of Huron East. Garrick put a large number of weekly hours into helping the downtown and community with promotions but is no longer available for this task. However, council should not make a snap decision on this simply because it was presented with the support of a number of Huron East's business and social elite and has the mayor's endorsement. It was suggested that $50,000 of the expense could be generated through grants and other sources of funding but as Coun. Greg Wilson pointed out, the committee failed to get any of those suggested grants last year. The idea has merit and something has to be done to help strengthen the business and industrial community and support local merchants. But it was asking too much when Steffler insisted on council being in support of it after one sales pitch. They need time to think for themselves and decide whether Huron East will see enough benefit from an expensive economic development officer or whether or not there are other ways to promote the community. An economic development officer could very well be the best way to support the community but council needs to have time to think it through. The idea has merit and It should be able to take some scrutiny without offending the people involved or in support of the idea. Scott Hilgendorff How to acess us s#tccs to the Editor and other submissions 'bo made to us by noon on Mondays at: @►Wesnetcom ,ietters and submisaions must be signed paiWind by a day -time telephone I'tobibistions are subject to editing Opinion Letters Family says headline, story misleading, mewas never contagious To the Editor: We, the parents of Alicia McLachlan would like to set the record straight regarding rumours that have been circulating since the publication of a misleading headline printed on the front page of the Huron Expositor, Apr. 18 edition. Not only was the headline misleading, but the article did not take into real consideration our daughter's case but made generalities that have caused distress within our household and our community. We would like to reassure everyone that at no time was the health and safety of • anyone in the community at risk: there was no "meningitis scare." The physicians involved in Alicia's case at both Stratford General Hospital and the London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Campus, stated that the strain of meningitis that Alicia had was "pneumococcal." This strain is not contagious and therefore the Huron County Health Unit did not need to be informed. Although the doctors deemed it unnecessary, we did contact the staff at the Tuckersmith Day Care Centre to alleviate any concerns that the parents of Alicia's playmates might have had. Cases of "meningococcal" meningitis have been reported in London in recent weeks. This strain of meningitis is contagious and mass inoculations took place to stop further outbreaks of the disease. As the published article did not differentiate between these two strains of meningitis, members of the community have demonstrated both confusion and concern over their well being and that of their families. Again we would like to stress that at no time were any members of the community at risk in catching this disease. As Alicia's parents, anticipating the arrival of her brother or sister, we were immediately assured by doctors that there was no threat to our unborn child or ourselves. Family, friends and members of the community have showed their support to us during this most difficult time. It is events like these that should pull communities together. John and Stephanie McLachlan `Seaforth Speedway' opens putting area children at risk To the Editor: Being new to this community, we were not sure whether or not to address this problem publicly or leave it be. But in our hearts as parents, we knew we had to not only address it, but to do something about it. As we all know spring has sprung after a long, harsh winter, and spring fever is rampant in all areas, and it appears the "Seaforth Speedway" has seemingly "melted" its way open once again. Meaning, the short service road located directly behind the arena/community centre. As residents of this particular area, we would like ALL to realize that there are small children living back here, who innocently enjoy bike riding, playing on those new scooters received as Christmas gifts, and the occasional game of road hockey. This is where our concern lies. There have been (last summer), and are once. again, drivers, who consider this specific stretch of roadway Indianapolis. This is where they come to do some serious speeding. Parents, please be aware that this is a legitimate concern, and certainly an existing problem. Please talk with your driving age teens about the consequences involved in driving at these speeds, and the severity of outcome that could come of such incidence. As parents of two of these small children, we have cautioned them to be aware of the speeding trucks and cars full of teens and to be very careful while playing in our yard and the vicinity thereof. We do realize that not all young people are involved in this problem, and we are not targeting any particular persons, we simply would like the public to realize that there is the potential for horrendous results. Please, le's make this a safe and enjoyable summer for one and all and avoid any tragedies that may come out of the use of this "speedway". Jim and Lori Myerscough Thoroughbred breeder has good sales Tuckersmith: Wm. McKinnon, son of Donald McKinnon was killed when he had gone to the sugar bush to collect sap, while in the act of taking sap from the tree, the tree fell upon•him crushing his skull and otherwise so severely injuring him that life was extinct when he was found a few minutes later. The lad was buried in the Catholic Cemetery at Irishtown. Hullett: Prizes were awarded to pupils of St. Joseph's Separate School, Hullett, when at the close of distribution. Misses Kate Reynolds, M.J. Quigley, and M. McIntosh arose on behalf of the schoolmates and agreeably surprised their teacher Miss Winifred Egan by presenting her with a beautiful music stand as a token of their appreciation of her kind and valuable service as a teacher. Brussels: A team belonging to Mr. John Cameron, Grey, ran away from the steam grist mill. Fortunately they took to one of the back streets 'til they reached the market house when they crossed to the Main Street and colliding with a telegraph pole and a verandah post . were brought to stand. No serious damage was done. Personal: Mr. Young of the firm of Grey, Young and Sparling left last week for Philidelphia for the purpose of spendong a few weeks reviewing the curiosities and wonders of the Centennial and at the same time attending to the interest of the firm who are extensive exhibitors. Base Ball Meeting: The annual meeting of the Star Baseball Club took place at Powell's Hotel. The following were elected officers for the ensuing year. Dr. Coleman, Patron: H. W. Meyer, President: John Curey, Vice President: D. Hogan, Secretary and treasurer: Field Committee, Andrews, Boland, and Klinkhammer. Married: Lowrie - Campbell. At the residence of the bride's father on April 20th by Rev. S. Young, Manchester, Mr. Chas. Lowrie' to Grace, second daughter of J. C. Campbell, all of Hullett. April 26,1901 Hensall: Miss Annie Pfaff left on Wednesday for Clinton. Dr. Buchanan of Zurich was in the village on Monday attending the funeral of his mother, Mrs. A Buchanan Sr. Years agone... The Molsons Bank opened for business on Monday 'in their new offices on the Davis block. This building was especially erected for the bank and is certainly a credit to our village. Hibbert: Mr. Alex Campbell of the 10th concession who is quite an extensive breeder of thoroughbred Durhams had recently made a number of good sales. He has sold to cows and a heifer to Mr. Robert Hoggarth; a cow to Mr. Bert Kerslake, a bull to Mr. Don McKinnon and a bull to Mr. James Mann of McKillop. Brussels: John Shortreed has sold his heavy draught three year old stallion to Mr. Bender of Wallace for $300.00. The East Huron License Board has only granted an extension for three months for the Leadbury Hotel. Huron Notes: Mr. S.A. Moffat of Varna met with a painful accident the other evening. While pulping mangolds he got the ends of three fingers taken off on his left hand, one of them being cut as far as the bone. Local Briefs: Mr. Hugh Gorden of McKillop was in town this week. He had been laid up all winter and we are pleased to hear he is recovering. Mr. Thomas Murray and Mr. Morley Habkirk left on Tuesday for Vancouver where they go to push their fortunes. Mr. George Turnbull shipped a carload of very fine horses to the old country on Tuesday. Mr. Frank Kling went in charge of the lot. Egmondville: Mr. George Hill and Miss Aggie Kyle spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. John Hart, Varna. Miss Bella Van Egmond who has been staying with her grandmother in Toronto the past ten months has returned to the village. April 30, 1926 Good Race Horses - This week William Kerslake and Leonard Guy purchased from Mr. Wesley Lit, of Fullerton Township, the bay gelding Oliver Pete, who is the most valuable race horse ever owned in Seaforth. The Ladies Aid Society of Northside United Church, Seaforth, celebrated their golden jubilee on Wednesday evening, April 28th, in a very novel manner in the schoolroom of the church. The annual meeting of the Seaforth Golf and Country Club was held in the council chamber of Thursday evening of last week with a large attendance of members present. A play entitled 'Mother of Mine' was staged in the Parish Hall on Wednesday evening by fifteen young people from St. Brydget's Parish, Kennicot, and was greatly appreciated by all who attended. Inspector E. G. Savage paid an official visit to the Seaforth Collegiate this week. Rev. Dr. Drummond, of Hamilton, will conduct the spring anniversary service in the First Presbyterian Church, Seaforth on Sunday, May 16th. Mr. W. McMillan has purchased the residence of Miss. Henry, opposite the Egmondville Church. The second Sabbath, May 9th, a special Mothers Day Service will be observed in the United Church. We would remind the ladies of our congregation that this Sabbath is the day for handing in the "egg money", which the W.M.S. will thankfully receive. Mr. Emmerson Smith, of our village was unfortunate last week, felling a tree, when a branch fell on his toe, bursting to veins and causing him so much pain that he forced to seek medical assistance. April 27, 1951 Mrs. J. M. Govenlock recently donated a deer's head to Branch 156, Canadian Legion, for their quarters at the Community Centre. An appeal to raise $2, 100 for the maintenance of Salvation Army operations will begin on Tuesday, according to an announcement made by Lieut. A. Morrow, officer in charge. Hensall and district friends extended hearty congratulations to Miss Katie Scott, night operator of the Bell Telephone staff, Hensall, on the grand record which she has achieved. . Miss. Shirley Love, student nurse, underwent another operation on her ankle in Hamilton General Hospital last week. The delegates who attended the seventh annual Junior Farmers convention were Jim Chapman, Stewart Wilson, Joyce Glandville and Helen Johnston. .On motion of E.N. Close and A. W. Sillery, council has authorized the establishment of a ladies rest room in Town Hall. The annual meeting of the - Winthrop Football Club was held Monday evening with an attendance of 30. The second meeting of the Seaforth Merry Maidens Garden Club was held in the High School, Monday afternoon April 29,1976 The tax rate for school purposes in the County of Huron for this year 1976 will be increased by 28.7 per cental the result of the budget approved by Board of Education trustees Wednesday night. Seaforth police constable Ron Lauzon was in charge at the scene Tuesday at 2 a.m. when a transport truck loaded with salt was in collision with a pickup truck and smashed into the Pricegard store at Main and Goderich Streets. Truck driver Emmerson Edward of Clinton remains in fair condition at Seaforth Community Hospital. The cab of the truck was extensively damaged and witnesses said Mr. Edward was lucky to get out alive. Seaforth firemen and a number of volunteers worked all night to make sure there was no danger of fire or of the building collapsing. The phonathone, with broadcasts all from SDHS over CKNX radio, already has 20 volunteers lined up who will man phones for the twelve hour marathon. The Seaforth Optimists have agreed to pick up pledges from callers. Callers can drop their pledges' off at SDHS themselves, see, the entertainment and pick up; refreshments and free balloons: for the kids. • • Anne Marie and Pauli McQuaid played violin solos; and a duet at hte Stratford Festival on Tuesday. Anne Marie received a first ?or her "Doll's Dance" and a second; prize for "Springs Awakening". Paul and Anne Marie won a first and a chance to obtain the "Grand Trophy for Youth" with their duet. Their teacher is Mrs. Lofft of St. Marys.