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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2004-12-08, Page 164 -THE HURON EXPOSITOR, Dec. 15, 2004 Your Community Newspaper Since 1860 Tom Williscraft - Publisher Susan Hundertmark - Editor Dionne McGrath • Subscriptions/Classifieds Bemie Pugh - Office/Advertising Jason Middleton - Reporter Adrienne Peckitt - Composing Anne Roden - Distribution OUESECOR MEDIA E-mail us at seaforth@bowesnet.com Visit our home page at www.seaforthhuronexpositor.com SUBSCRIPTION RATES: LOCAL - 35.85 a yeor, in advance, plus G.S.T. SENIORS: - 33.85 o 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., Seoforth. Advertising is accepted on condition that in the event of a typographical error, the advertising spore 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 Advertising is merely on offer to sell and may be withdrawn at any time. The Huron Expositor is not responsible for the Toss or damage of unsolicited manuscripts, photos or other materials used for reproduction purposes. PUBUCATION MAIL AGREEMENT 40029693 PAP REGISTRATION NO. 7605 RETURN UNDEUVERABLE CANADIAN ADDRESSES TO Circulation Department P.O. Box 69 , Seaforth, ON., NOK 1 WO e-mail: seaforth@bowesnet.com Wednesday, December 15, 2004 [dlterid and Deslaess (fflttta - 11 Mohr flreet.,fe.ferth 1is1ephewe (519) 527.0240 Fax 1519) 527.2550 Melling Address - RO. Mx 69, Seaforth, Owtarfe, 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.' Canadlf Editorial Creative ideas welcome in fight for hospital's future As the Seaforth community fights for the healthy future of its local hospital, creative thinking can only add to the efforts already being made to research the community's needs and to protest any attempts to reduce local services. While the idea was pooh-poohed by some and regarded as too big for a small hospital by others, the suggestion of an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) machine for Seaforth's hospital merits further study. Local entrepreneur Luke Janmaat made the suggestion to the close to 200 people in attendance at last Wednesday's public meeting about the Seaforth hospital study group's findings so far. MRIs are very expensive diagnostic tools that are usually found only at large urban hospitals because radiologists and other skilled staff are required to run them. Long waiting lists exist for the use of MRIs and Janmaat pointed out that many Canadians are travelling to the United States to access the tool more quickly. His suggestion involved the community becoming owners of an MRI and offering it to the hospital for its use. While the millions of dollars needed to fundraise for an MRI might be beyond a small town's reach, Janmaat could be on the right track in trying to determine how the local people can help Seaforth Community Hospital provide services that ensure its survival. Research, protest and lobbying provincial politicians are all welcome and necessary activities to support our hospital. But, coming up with the right creative idea might give local residents more control over the destiny of its hospital. Susan Hundertmark How :t1PIPIPPINIPPIRI- Letters to the Editor and other submissions can be made to us by noon on Mondays at: seaforth @ bowesnetcorn All letters and g and accompanied number. All submissio for both length and content. Don't forget to rhe. ko www.seato t )f)ilti(l11 Reader says story about Mitchell teacher done in 'poorest of tastes' To the Editor, With regards to the allegations levelled against a Mitchell high school teacher, I find your reporting of the incident in the poorest of taste. I also realize other newspapers reported the story along with a picture of the accused however I thought the Huron Expositor would rise above such biased reporting including publishing his picture. This gentleman, although charged, has been convicted of nothing, but now his career and life are likely to be ruined. When I read the paper and find people have been charged with other crimes as impaired driving, assaults, etc. they are not named nor does their picture appear. I strongly believe you owe this gentleman and his family an apology. John Sinnamon Seaforth, Ont. Seaforth and Area Food Grains shuts down after 12 years of service To the Edltor, After 12 years of participation in this worthwhile project, the Seaforth and Area Food Grains committee has decided to shut down the growing project just east of Seaforth. This past year which was cool and wet resulted in lower yields. With commodities at an eight-year low and inputs and land rent continually increasing the returns do not justify the amount of work involved. The donations of local churches and individuals have been very generous over the years and we have been able to raise approximately $322,000 for food aid. With CIDA's (Canadian International Development Agency) 4:1 contribution this amounts to a total of $1.6 million. Undoubtedly this has saved many lives over the course of the 12 years. Many local farmers have shared their time and equipment, both to plant and harvest the crops. There were times when the field was so full of combines, tractors, grain buggies and wagons that they had to be careful not to run into one another. Everything has been done to help alleviate world hunger. We hope that fundraising will continue and that private donations will still be made on just a cash basis. There are other options rather than just growing the actual crop and the committee will continue to discuss fundraisers. Again, a big thank you to all of you who have cared enough to give of your time, your money and your equipment over the past 12 years. You have made a difference, for sure! Ken Scott, Ken DeCorte, Allan Murray, Della Bennett, Bob Hulley, Larry Burns, Gerry VandenHengel, Jim Murray Shooting match for geese and turkeys held locally on Christmas Day, 1879 DECEMBER 19,1879 A large quantity of the tubing for the new water works has been laid down in different parts of the town. Sleighing still contiues good, wheat is up and business is brisk. There will be a shooting match for geese and turkeys at the Harpurhey Hotel on Christmas Day. The Dominion skating rink and curling rinks hae been opened for the first time. Hugh Love, of Hillsgreen has sold to an American buyer, in Seaforth, two horses for the handsome sum of $350. The public and high schools closed for the Christmas holidays on Friday. Previous to dismissal the several departments were examined and the pupil all qcquitted themselves most creditably. Our town butchers, now being located on Main Street have an additional stimlus to make an imposing show at Christmas time. Among those who made the display possible were Geo. Ewing, John McLean, Duncan McEwan, John Kerr, C. Dale Jr. of Hullett and H.M. Chesney. A written examination for the purpose of promoting pupils of the Roxboro School, was concluded this week. DECEMBER 23,1904 Samuel Pollard of Constance, has sold his heavy draught filly colt to Mr. Kettle, the price paid being $150. J.W. Beattie of town has in his display some excellent beef and he says itis the finest he has ever had in his shop. R.N. Hays, son of T.E. Hays, has entered into the lit the l tars \�t►nt publishing business on his own account. Miss Beatrice Scott, daughter of James Scott, who is at present in Brandon, Mainitoba, has been winning great laurels for herself as a vocalist. The re -opening services in connection with the Presbyterian church in Seaforth, were conducted by Rev. Dr. Milligan, pastor of the Old St. Andrews Church, Toronto. The church chior was under the leadership of meeting passed of very satisfactorily when about 800 people were fed. Sim Neely has been awarded the contract for snow ploughing for the season at 35 cents per hour. Wm. Hays has passed his final examination at the college of Pharmacy, Toronto, and is now a full fledged druggist. The families of Messrs. John and Edward Devereaux of the Huron Road East are having material laid down for the erection of handsome and modern brick residences this coming sumer. Wm. Monteith of Farquhar had his leg broken. He was at the barn when one of the colts ran over him. DECEMBER 27,1929 Wm. M. Sproat, tile manufacturer has returned from a trip to Chicago and Detriot. A number of local sportmen of Kippen joined in a rabbit hunt and were successful in getting a Iarage number. On Christmas Eve two pasengers trains come into Seaforth, the first being a special train well loaded. It was followed about two hours later by the regualar train carryingthe mail and passengers. The stormy weather continues. It will be an old fashioned Christmas, at Winthrop. Main Street has been artistically decorated for Christmas by John Broderick. Many friends of Mrs. J. P. Bell, well known resident of Seaforth, will regret to learn she suffered a very serious accident in Toronto. She was struck by a motorist and several ribs were broken. Jack Crich, Seaforth, received his diploma at the closing exercises held by Candian School of Baking at the Guelph when graduateswere presetned with pins. Leonard Worley who has been engaged at James Petty's in Hensall has returned to London, England, sailing by the way of the Cundard Line. DECEMBER 24,1954 In the turkey draw held in conjunction with Junior Hockey games, the winner on Saturday night was John Eisler and on Tuesday nigt the winner was Mrs. Roy McGonigle. Members of the staff at the local Bell Telephone exchange were guests of the manager of the Seaforth Office, Miss Margaret Hudson, at her residence John Street. Winners at Euchre were Madeline Fortune, Eva Lillico, Mrs. Phillip Willis and Mrs. Don Fry. John Zuefle, resident of Hensall for over 50 years, will celbrate his 95th birthday. Born in Germany he learned the trade of shoe making making at the age of 15 and came to Canada when he was 22 years old. Messrs. Roy McBride, Bert Kloff, Alex McGregor, Robert McGregor, and Orland Reichert, spent two days in Toronto attending the annual meeting of the United Co-operatives of Ontario. J.D. McMillan who has accepted a position in the Bank of Commerce commenced his duties in the Goderich branch of the bank. While patrolling on No. 8 Highway ealry Wednesday near Seaforth, Provincial constables Robt. Sims and Arnold Sommers spotted a car in the ditch and on investigating found Brian Clarke, Mitchell, in the car. He was unconscious. DECEMBER 20, 1979 Bob McKinley, the Progressive Conservative MP who represetned the Huron riding forthe past 14 years, annouced Wednesday morning that he won't be seeking re-election in the upcoming federal election. As Tuckersmith Township council prepared to get the meeting underway Tuesday night, councillor William Borwn of Egmondville asked Reeve Ervin Sillery about remarks he had been reported as having made to a reporter from the Kitchener daily paper concerning him. Ratepayers across Tuckersmith Township will be facing a levy of five mills on their taxes in 1980 to help pay of the $250,000 renovations and new addition to the Vanastra recreation centre. The levy 'will raise $20,000 and an additional $48,000 will be removed from the township's reserve account if neccessary. 3