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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2005-01-12, Page 44 -THE HURON EXPOSITOR, Jan. 12, 2005 Your Community Newspaper Since 1860 Tom Williscraft - Publisher Susan Hundertmark - Editor Dianne McGrath - Subscription/Classifieds Bernie Pugh - Office/Advertising Jason Middleton - Reporter Adrienne Peckitt - Composing Anne Roden - Distribution MEM MEDIA E-mail us at seaforth@bowesnet.com Visit our home page at www.seaforthhuronexpositor.com SUBSCRIPTION RATES: LOCAL - 35.85 a year, in advance, plus G.S.T. SENIORS; - 33.85 a year, in advance, plus G.S.T. VSA & foreign: 35.85 o year in advance, plus $83.20 postage, G.S.T. exempt Published weeldy by Sun Media at 11 Main St., Seaforth. Advertising is accepted on condition that in the event of a typographical error, the advertising space 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. 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Canada Editorial Tsunami relief efforts show the best of humanity Canada has become the fifth largest international aid contributor to the 11 countries devastated by the Asian tsunami with Prime Minister Paul Martin's recent announcement to boost Canada's aid package to $425 million. Canadians can be proud of its government's commitment to rebuild, over the next five years at least, the region that was hit by a monstrous wall of water killing more than 150,000 people. But, most of us are not sitting back and letting the federal government take care of our contribution. People from all over the world are digging into their pockets to contribute towards the global relief effort. In the Seaforth area, children are committing their allowances and launching school campaigns to help make a difference after watching television reports of the devastation caused by the Boxing Day earthquake and tidal waves. Huron East council recently pledged $1 ,000 to meet a province -wide challenge to municipalities from the mayor Brockton and local financial institutions are channelling donations to the Red Cross from local citizens. Perhaps more than ever before, people are thinking globally and coming to the aid of those who live on the other side of the planet, illustrating that the human instinct to help each other can be just as strong as the more negative impulses to dominate and destroy. In an era when the worst examples of human nature are all too common, it's heartwarming and hopeful to see such a. generous and widespread demonstration of human kindness and caring. 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 signed and accompanied by. a day -time telephone number. All submissions are subject to editing for both length and content. Don't forget to check out our homepage at: www.seaforthhu ronexposi tor.com Opinion Letters Man grateful for help he has received from a caring and supportive area To the Editor: I would just like to thank the -towns of Mitchell, Seaforth and Dublin for all they have done to try and help out during this devastating time. I have never been a part of such a caring and supportive area and you all have touched my heart in a very special way. I am very grateful to all the organizations that have shown me the community support and willingness to help their neighbours in times of need. I have never met a community that have such love and compassion for their fellow neighbours. My son, daughter and myself will continue to remain living in this community knowing there are people there to help and care about each other. We are proud to be a part of this. God bless you and your families for all you have done to help us out in trying to start our new lives in the Mitchell area. Bob Gebhardt, Dublin Ont. Food Bank celebrates its eighth year of operation, while its services are continually needed in area To the Editor, The Seaforth and District Food Bank will soon celebrate its eighth year of operation. Established in February, 1996 the food bank is operated every Tuesday from 10 a.m. - noon; and Thursday from 1-3 p.m. We are located in the back of the municipal building for Huron East, otherwise known as the Seaforth Town Hall. Food Bank business is conducted by a volunteer board of individuals from eight area churches, and the food bank store is operated by approximately 22 volunteers, under the direction of our volunteer coordinator. During 2004, an average of 171 persons per month (both children and adults) were served. This number compares to 173 persons served during 2003, and reflects the continuing need for the services of the food bank by area residents. At the national level, the use of food banks has grown 122.7 per cent since 1989, with Ontario leading all provinces and territories in food bank use. More persons using food bank services nationally are employed, and there is also an increased trend in food bank use by children. According to research, 67 per cent of Canadians are "seriously concerned" about domestic hunger. This concern compares to only two mentions of food bank issues in parliament from September, 2002 -February, 2004. While demand for food bank services continues, the community continues its generous support. Donations were received from individuals and groups, allowing us to continue to provide a five-day supply of food to our client, as well as a Christmas hamper program. The Seaforth and District Food Bank is a registered charitable organization. Our mission statement is "A Christian way of caring by sharing with others." We continue to need and appreciate your contributions of time, financial donations and food. Thank you to everyone who supported the Seaforth and District Food Bank during 2004. Sincerely, Joan Spittal Chairperson Seaforth and District Food Bank Game of basketball invaded Huron as local teams try out the sport in 1930 JANUARY 16, 1880 John Collie, son of Joseph Collie, Egmondville, has purchased the Paisley Advocate, and has left here for his new field of labour. Mr. Collie is a graduate of the Huron Expositor. Peter Moore of Tuckersmith, who resides near the Red school house, met with a painful accident. He was assisting a neigbour to cut wood with a sawing machine when a log rolled upon his leg breaking it below the knee. During the past six days of last week, Messrs. Geo and Archibald Getty, John Patterson, Wm. Riley and E. Mcnamara of McKillop cut and squared from the stump, 14,000 ft. of square timber for John Latimer, timber merchant of Toronto. Kayser's Hotel, Brucefield, has again fallen into the hands of Mr. Strong. Robert Hatley of Varna has opened a new grocery store in the village. The grand event of the season was the opening of Kidds new opera hall in Dublin. The new hall presents a fine appearance and is a credit to the town. JANUARY 20,1905 Hugh Ross of Bluevale has sold his farm on the boundary east of Blyth, to Thos. Higgins of Turnberry. Sunday was very cold and stormy and in consequence the church services were thinly attended. S. Cudmore of Hurondale recently sold his stock bull, "Junior member" to Chas. Hackney of Farquehar. Cavan United Church, Winthrop, held its annual meeting the people were much encouraged by the reports presented. The total receipts for' the year were $795. The following appointments were made to the Board of Management: A.J. Sommerville, Wm. In the Years Agone Beattie, J.G. Grieve, Thos. Dodds, Jr. Auditors; - A. Dickson, Alex Ross, Treasurer A.A. Cuthill. Miss Edna Pickard, Walter Pickard and Wm. McLeod took part in the concert given by the Citizens band, Clinton. Miss Beatrice Scott returned home from Brandon. She intends taking classes in vocal and instrumental music. The Bell Engines and Thresher Company have purchased the right to manufacture the Roth self feeder. This is said to be the latest and best device of the kind in America. A sleighload of young people drove out to D. Aitchesons and spent a very pleasant time in dancing and card playing a few evenings ago. Coming home they were treated to an upset. S. Hugill Constance completed and turned out of his shop three seated pleasure sleigh which was a credit to his skill as a carriage builder. Morrow Brothers of Seaforth was the purchasers. JANUARY 24,1930 The farmer's Club held its first meeting of the year in the Town Hall, Seaforth. Thos. L. Livingstone gave an interesting report of the Farmer's Convention in Toronto. David Schroeder of Zurich has sold his fine 100 acre farm on the town line, between Hay and Stephen Twp. to Stephen M. Peachey of near Zurich. Robert Green of Hensall has accepted a position with a firm in Chatham. A number of Hensell people enjoyed the opportunity of hearing King George speaking over the radio. The conditions of Lloyd Scott of Cromarty who was taken to the General Hospital in Stratford suffering from gunshot wounds in the shoulder was reported serious by the attending physicians Dr. W. Aberhart. The village of Staffa is greatly improved since being lit up with electricity. Thos. McMichael brought in to Seaforth for delivery to Ken McKellar of Cromarty, the best piece of horse flesh that has been in many a day. He was a two year old gelding owned by T.J. McMichael of Hullett. Mrs. J.A. McGregor of Chiselhurst is visiting her mother Mrs. J. McCloy, North Main Street. The game of basketball, invented 37 years ago to meet the need for vigorous, competitive team game, alike to players and spectators has invaded Huron. The Seaforth Collegiate girls had their taste of the indoor game at Clinton. JANUARY 21, 1955 Believed to be the first occasion on which an acclamation has been given in more than the hundred year history of the county, Reeve Earl Campbell of Hay Township was selected as 1955 Warden of the County at the inaugural meeting of the council in Goderich. Murray Tyndall, widely known Brucefield gladioli grower, has returned from the Convention of the North America Gladioli Growers' Council in Lansing, Mich. Two of Mr. Tyndall's entries in test gardens in 1954 received council awards. Mrs. Janet MacDonald celebrated her 93rd birthday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. C.E. Smith. Seaforth District High School Board organized for the years work at the meeting last week and re-elected Gordon McGavin as chairman. Vice chairman is James McIntosh. Miss Merle Dickert of Kippen has accepted a position with the London Life Assurance Co. in London. Mr. and Mrs. John Crawford, Jarvis Street, Seaforth, celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on Monday. Mrs. J.J. Cluff, Miss Janet Cluff and Mr. J. Scott Cluff were in Galt on Wednesday attending the funeral of the late James Wright of Egmondville. Mr. Wright, a former resident, learned his trade with the late Thomas Hills 60 years ago. Mrs. Laverne Hoegy of McKillop recently fell and now is suffering with a very sore knee. W.H. Morritt, Reeve of Blyth, was named a member of the County Road Committee at the inaugural meeting of the County Council. Mrs. Louisa Heinz of Broadhagen recently celebrated her 8,1 st birthday. JANUARY 17,1980 Tuckersmith Township ratepayers are concerned high outlets assessment costs for Hensall's Richmond Street South drain are going to set a dangerous precedent for farmland drainage, assessments in the future. A report from Seaforth's building inspector Herman Van Wieren tabled at council Monday night showed building permits totalled $986,000 in Seaforth in 1979, down slightly from 1978's $1 million 300,000. Tuckersmith Township council has appointed its fundraising committee to raise $50,000 from the community for the proposed addition to the Vanastra Recreation Centre. Ron di Bove Hey, look...there's that old tree we used to climb when we were kids! by David Lacey WHOOP5.,.Uh, ohl. Growing up and getting older don't always happen at the some time.