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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2004-06-23, Page 44—THE HURON EXPOSITOR, June 23, 2004 Your Community Newspaper Since 1860 Tom Williscraft - Publisher Dianne McGrath - Subscriptions/Classifieds Jason Middleton - Reporter Susan Hundertmark - Editor Bernie Pugh - Office/Advertising Anne Roden - Distribution Cv:i) OUEBECOR MEDIA E-mail us at seaforth@bowesnet.com Visit our home page at www.seaforthhuronexpositor.com SUBSCRIPTION RATES: LOCAL - 35.85 0 year, in advance, plus G.S.T. SENIORS: - 33.85 a year, in advance, plus G.S.T. USA & Foreign: 35.85 a year in advance, plus $83.20 postage, G.S.T. exempt Published weekly by Sun Media at 11 Main St., Seaforth. Advertising is occepted on condition that in the event of a typographical error, the advertising spoce 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 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 Advertising is merely an offer to sell and may be withdrawn at any time.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. PUBLICATION MAIL AGREEMENT 40029693 PAP REGISTRATION NO. 7605 RETURN UNDELIVERABLE CANADIAN ADDRESSES TO Circulation Department P.O. Box 69 Seaforth, ON., NOK 1 W0 ' e-mail: seaforth@bowesnet.com Wednesday, June 23, 2004 Editorial and Business Offices - 11 Main Street.,Seaferth Telephone (519) 527.0240 Fax (519) 527.2858 Mailing Address - P.O. Box 69, Seaforth, Ontario, NOK 1 WO Member of the Canadian Community Newspaper Association & the Ontario Community Newspapers Association "We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada, through the Publications Assistance Program (PAP), toward our mailing costs.' Canada Editorial BYOB law may add to rising health costs While implementing an Ontario Health premium which will add anywhere from $60 to $900 a year to the annual taxes of the province's taxpayers, the Liberal government is also pushing forward a "Bring your own wine" bill that would allow restaurant patrons to come and go to licenced restaurants with their own bottles. Calling opposition members who are questioning the Liquor Licence Act amendment "party poopers," Liberal House Leader Dwight Duncan does not seem to understand the contradiction between the government's two initiatives. Restaurant owners are understandably concerned about the loss of income such a law will cause them. But, of even greater concern - especially in Huron County where drinking and driving accidents are a major hazard and a huge cause of injury and Toss of life - is the way the amendment seems to encourage more drinking. Buying your own wine at the liquor store will certainly be cheaper for consumers, allowing more wine to be bought for the price diners are used to paying at restaurants. And, 1pcause the proposed new law allows diners to take their half -full bottles home with them, what's to stop them from finishing them off on the way home? As Ontario taxpayers scramble to come up with the cash to pay for ever - escalating health care costs, any law that contributes to those rising costs is not appreciated. Perhaps consultations with police and the public hearings now proposed after opposition MPPs asked for more debateon. will bring some common sense to the issue. Susan Hundertmark How to access us Letters to the Editor and other submissions can be made to us by noon on Mondays at: seaforth@bowesnet.com All letters and submissions must be Sgt and accompanied by a day -time telephone',. number. All submissions are subject to edi for both length and content. on't forget to check out our ho .seaforthhnronex Opinion Cancer Societys Huron East for support of this year's campaign To the Editor, The generous people of Huron East have been once again very supportive of the Canadian Cancer Society Thanks to the efforts of residential chair Ray Rochon and his dedicated captains and canvassers, the door-to-door campaign exceeded even last year's record high. Daffodil chairs Shirley Dinsmore and Joan Chesney made certain that no flowers were left unsold. Bill Price set a precedent for individual fund-raising, and Don Sills with the Amabile Young Men's Choir and all who contributed to the Relay For Life have made this year's campaign very successful. Proceeds from all of these events help the Canadian Cancer Society to fund research on all types of cancer and to be the most comprehensive credible source of information on cancer, treatment and reduction. The Society also provides support to people living with cancer, family members and friends. Working together we can make cancer history! Thank you. Mary Melady, Community Representative Canadian Cancer Society NDP vote is for my grandchildren To the editor, It is Father's Day, 2004, a day on which to celebrate that I have been blessed with children and grandchildren. 1 think about the future of my children and grandchildren as I decide how to cast my vote on June 28. I know that my vote is very important. It will help define the kind of Canada that I want for my children and grandchildren. What kind of Canada do I want for the future? What are the values and policies we need to fashion public policy in this election? How did the leaders of the different political parties formulate their election platforms? 1 know that the NDP and Bloc Quebecois held national meetings, listening to grass- roots Canadians, before they formulated their election platforms. I am aware that the Conservative and Liberal parties did not develop their platforms by holding such open, public meetings. Rather, a small group of individuals met in private and decided what would be best for the majority of Canadians. They did not even consult with the general membership of their own parties. Is this how the Conservatives and Liberals intend to practise democracy in the future? Stephen Harper promises me big tax cuts. I feel tempted. A part of me is seduced by this offer, however, I quickly have second thoughts. I reflect on how such tax cuts are likely to further erode public health care, public education and social programs. I clearly remember how the recent provincial tax cuts of Mike Harris eroded health care, education and social programs for middle and lower-income Canadians. I see danger in these promises of tax cuts. 1 cease to be tempted. Canadians need a government which will give environmental issues a high priority. As a physician, I am aware that the health of future generations depends so mush in preventing further deterioration in the quality of the air we breathe, the water we drink and the soil which grows our daily bread. I assumed that the Green Party would be my best choice on this issue. I was surprised when the Sierra Club of Canada declared that the NDP's environmental platform is superior to that of the Green Party. I defer to their opinion. The leaders of the Conservative and Liberal parties want to work more closely with U.S. President Bush. They want Canada to have a, closer relationship with the United States on military issues and foreign policy. I fear for my grandchildren. I am aware that, had Stephen Harper been in power, he would have ignored the wishes of the United Nations and the majority of Canadians and would have sent Canadian troops to Iraq to fight alongside American troops. I believe strongly in the potential of the United Nations and regret that its position on Iraq was usurped by the world's sole remaining superpower. With regard to Prime Minister Paul Martin's position on Iraq. I am aware that he never offered a public opinion on this issue when it was being debated in the House of Commons. I am deeply thankful that Prime Minister Jean Chretien stood firm and refused to send Canadian soldiers to Iraq. I am fearful about the proposals for the militarization of space. Both Harper and Prime Minister Martin intend to continue the dialogue on this issue with President Bush. I believe that Jack Layton and the NDP will work hard to prevent any Canadian participation in the militarization of space. We all have a duty to vote on June 28 to help fashion the kind of values we want to have in place for ourselves, our children and our grandchildren. I believe that my grandchildren will thank me for voting NDP on June 28. Jim Hollingworth , M.D. Goderich Chas. Stewart placed in charge of Simpson- Sears, England in 1954 JULY 4, 1879 We regret to learn that Mr. John Lounsbury met with a very painful accident. He was engaged at the saw mill of his sons and was taking.in logs from the yard to the mill when the chain broke allowing it to run back with great speed. Mr. Lounsbury was standing behind, supporting another log and was unable to get out of the way in time. The logs knocked him over and he was severely bruised. The picnic held in Paym's grove under the Egmondville Grange, was fairly well attended. The weather was good and in the grove it was very pleasant. Short addresses were given by Rev. W. Graham; G.E. Jackson; John McMillan; M. McQuade, Mr. Wilson, M.Y. McLean and Dr. Campbell. The weather continues dry and sultry and a good shower of rain would be welcome in freshening the spring crops and settling the turnips into good growing. JULY 8,1904 The click of thc mower is again heard in Kippcn as most of the farmers have made a commencement at their hay. The crop on the whole is a good one. The Evangelical church on the 14th concession has been undergoing improvements. The walls and ceilings have been papered which gives the church a very neat and comfortable appearance. William Armstrong, the popular fruit agcnt of the Benmiller Nursery, is on his Years Agone... rounds again. George Turnbull has returned home from the old country. He has been over with a lot of horses which he was successful in landing. At a meeting of the town council, J.G. Crich was appointed town constable. There were nine applicants for the position. During the severe thunder storm last week, there were 25 telephones in town burned out and Mr. Fear was busy putting them to rights. Geo. Gray, John Kerr, Robert Garrow and John Murray, have formed a syndicate with the idea of purchasing a first class threshing machine with straw cutting attachments for their own use. Wm. Devereaux of the Huron Road east, had a very successful barn raising last week. Reuben Frost has been awarded the contract for building the Egmondville side walks. James Hillen of McKillop had an unpleasant mishap. Ile was returning from the Winthrop creamery when a dog sprang out from the side of the road causing the horse to holt into the ditch. Mr. Hillen was cut and bruised, but was able to come to Seaforth to be fixed up by Dr. Ross. Peter Eckcrt of McKillop has purchased the farm of Timothy Kelly, R.R. 5 Logan, paying for it thc sum of $5,100. ' JULY 5, 1929 Joseph Moylan is to be congratulated on his success at Michael's College in securing his degree of Bachelor of Arts and will spend his vacation at the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Moylan. J. Murray and W. Rapier have completed one of the bridges on lots 10 and 11, con. 2 McKillop. Hay making is the order of the day and promises to be a fair crop. Miss Audrey Murdock of Bruccfreld had the misfortune to fall out of a swing and break her ankle at Jewett's grove on Dominion day. Miss Gladys Way of Brucefield, having resigned her duties as teacher in S.S. No. 4, was presented by her pupils with a beautiful case of silver, and many other lovely gifts. The home of James F. Purcell, Market St. was badly damaged by fire when a coal oil stove in the kitchen exploded. Miss Cora Strong, McKillop, and Miss Elva Jefferson arc in Toronto taking a course in Vocal music. JULY 9, 1954 Chas. B. Stewart son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Stewart, Seaforth, with his wife and family have sailed for England. Mr. Stewart who has been the manager of the Simpson .store in Halifax has been placed in charge of the Simpson -Sears building organization in England and the continent. Seaforth firemen successfully fought a long battle with flames that threatened to destroy the farm house in Hibbert of Norman O'Connor. Mr. O'Connor was in Seaforth when the fire was first noticed. The pupils of S.S. No. I McKillop honoured their teacher Miss Joan Flannigan, who has resigned to accept a position in Waterloo. Miss Marion Watson has returned home following a two-month trip to England and Montreal. JULY 5, 1979 A fire Friday afternoon destroyed a house on property owned by Steve and Ray Maloney Construction Ltd. on Con. 4 McKillop Township. McKillop Township Council has accepted the tender of MacKenzie and Henderson of Arkona for the work on Silver Creek at a cost of $8,700. Tuckersmith Township council will build a new township garage on the western outskirts of Egmondville on a five acre plot of land purchased from John Flannery of Egmondville Wednesday (July 4) on county road 13. The number of in -patients being treated at the Seaforth Community Hospital is declining, said Father H.J. Laragh, president of the hospital Board of Govenors. Ron di Dave doveeronanddave.com But, Mom says that they make your hair grow thick and curly. ahl That's just something she says to make you eat them! by David Lacey Aren't you going to eat your bread crusts? 1 ss nay t.. 41118. 44404