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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-10-21, Page 5The readers write Discuss blood clinic, ag facility, Klan Dear Sir : I would like to respond to the comments of two of your readers in last week's T -A. In their letter to you, they suggested that I might not be aware that moat of the money raised by service clubs 1s returned to the community in various ways. I would like to advise your writers that as an active member in a local service club, I am fully aware of the problems in raising funds for the projects listed, having donated personally, worked physically and been involved in group tasks with many of those undertakings. There is obviously a misconception in our town that the Recreation Board of Management operates at a profit. Where service clubs might borrow for a project, instead of waiting until funds are raised, the Board must 'borrow' to maintain its facilities and programmes. When you consider that the cost of operation for an hour of ice time is about 650.00 and the use of the hall on a Saturday night exceeds $100.00, you must appreciate that revenues do not cover the expenditures. As a result, you and I, as taxpayers, will contribute over 870,000 in '81 for the Board to operate the arena, the hall, the swimming pool, the playground and the parks. There is considerable pressure, as you might imagine, on the Administrator and the Board to cut costs and generate more revenue. So, in a word, both the service clubs and the Board are contributing to the welfare of the residents of Exeter and area. With the issue at hand, your readers should realize that many of the proposed uses of the new agricultural building will be of a private, profitable nature. If money is to be made, the Board must share in the profits. Of course, the Board recognizes the different uses of all lis facilities and sets an ap- propriate fee schedule each year. To the comment that groups might go elsewhere, your writers should ap- preciate that firstly, the facilities for recreation are public, and not private, and so must be supplemented by tax dollars if they do not generate enough revenue on their own - either way we pay. And secondly, the rates charged by the Board, in most cases, are below the costs of operation, and must be so to be competitive. Being accountable to the public is never easy, but many misconceptions could be avoided through dialogue. I have found that with most issues, there are at least two points of view, and things are not always as they appear. As with Council meetings, the meetings of the Recreation Board are open, and the public is invited to learn, ask questions and present other sides to the concerns that affect all of us and thereby avoid misun- derstandings. Councillors, Board members and I are always prepared to answer or seek answers to questions raised by our residents. ours truly, Bruce Shaw Mayor 2v sv lv Dear Sir: From time to time, an event, takes place which warrants special thanks and praise. Such an event was the blood donor clinic of Thursday, October 8. The Ausable River Nomads proved once again that hard work can produce results. The parade float, the booth at the Exeter Fair, and the tireless promotion produced a clinic that was a joy to behold. As the Nomads wind down their 10th an- niversary year, they can do so with a real sense of pride and satisfaction. Congratulations, and thanks to all! Thanks, too, to the ladies at the Presbyterian Church, who provided a lovely lasagna dinner for the Red Cross team. Your hospitality, and care for our team, are special touches that we will long remember. The school facilities are so much appreciated, as they are roomy, convenient and so accesible. Thanks to those of you wno make these available to us, and then follow up by giving blood yourselves'. For all 260 blood donors who attended, a special thanks. Without you, our vital blood program would not exist. People need people, and you responded when the need was there. I thank all of you for your hospitality and goodwill, and leave you my best wishes throughout the autumn season. Yours very truly John C. Jury Area Manager Southwestern Ontario * * * Honourable Roy McMurtry Solicitor General Province of Ontario Queen's Park Toronto, Ontario Dear Mr. McMurtry: In June I asked you to investigate allegations regarding the activities of the Ku Klux Klan near Lucan. In the Windsor Star of September 30, 1981, the Klan's director, James McQuirter, admits to run- ning a firearms training GET 30 YEAR PINS — number of Exeter Legioh branch 167 members received 30 year pins at Saturday's award night. Back, left, Ed Wurm, Gord Beaver, Doug Wedlake, Garnet Shipman, Walt Bentley and Murray Greene. Front, Lloyd Reynolds, Herm Dettmer, Roy Hunter, Joe Gosar and Clarence McDonald camp in that vicinity. Although I have been visited by O.P.P. in- vestigators and provided th- em with a photograph of what I believe to be similar Klan activities, I am not aware of any charges being laid. It seems to me that such training camps, operated by a group which has been prosecuted for criminal acts in other jurisdictions, pose a danger that ought to be corrected by either new legislation or more vigorous enforcement. I would ap- preciate hearing your thoughts on these matters. Yours truly Mike Breaugh, MPP Oshawa New Democratic Party DASHWOOD INDUSTRIES LIMITED Your First Stop for Dashwood Windows and Patio Doors Is... CENTRALIA FARMERS SUPPLY Ltd. Centralia Ont. 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What else can warm and friendly gas do for you today? 1 In AAs Times -Advocate, October 21, 1981 Pogo 5 Q 4. SCOUTING SERVES CANADA BEAVERS —for boys 3.8 years old Beavers is an exciting new programme recently introduced to meet the needs of Scouting's youngest members. The Beaver programme stresses creative expression and introduces the youngster to the group experience. It seeks to create an awareness within the boy of himself, his peers and the wider world. The motto is "Sharing" and the promise reads, "I promise to love God a'nd to help take care of the world." Activities include games. crafts, songs and fun activities geared to the youthful age involved. SCOUTS --for boys 11.14 years old Scouts; the original section of the Boy Scout Movement originally developed by Lord Baden Powell of Gllwell back in 1907. The Scouting programme seeks to develop physical and social skills and to develop a spiritual and social awareness in boys. The Scouting programme stresses activity, living and playing both in and out of doors, in harmony with nature and our en- vironment. Hiking, exploring and camping are basic to Scouts along with leadership skills in the small group, the patrol. ROVERS —for young men &women —ages 18-23 Rovering has been an integral part of the Scouting Brotherhood for over 45 years. Recently changed so that it is now a co-ed programme, Rovers provides an outlet for young men and women between the ages of 17 and 23. Rovers provides a social outlet but also, much more; it encourages young men and women to set life goals, to strive to achieve a plan for the future. Rovering provides fun, fellowship and the chance for fulfillment in life. Most Rovers work as leaders with the younger sections. mi CUBS A vital part of the Scouting Movement for over 50 years, with a programme recently revised to satisfy the desires and needs of 8-10 year-olds in today's environment. Cubbing is a fun game which allows young boys to work together, to share adventure and to develop hobbies and skills. Cubbing develops an awareness in boys, of themselves and others, of their family and of their community. If features games, crafts, stories and music and hobbies in both the indoors and out of doors. —for boys 5.11 years old VENTURERS —for young men 14-17 years old A relatively new programme for young men, ages 1417, stressing fun and fellowship through challenging ac• tivity. It features small groups establishing goals for activities and then setting out to establish these goals in an adult -like manner under the guidance of an advisor. Venturing stresses Challenge in the out-of-doors and additionally, encourages young men to establish life-long interests and hobbies. Venturers are young men seeking maturity, establishing goals, Ideals and skills for use in adulthood. PARTICIPATION Me? Yes YOU! Scouting needs men and women fust like you, to serve as leaders, assistant leaders or resource personnel, if it is to continue as the largest volunteer youth movement in the world. Or as Group Committee persons or on a Ladies Auxiliary, to assist the leaders in their work with today's youth. Our most precious natural resource, today's youth, needs you to share in his experiences, to help him grow and develop into the well rounded, capable citizen of tomorrow. BOY SCOUTS OF CANADA HURON DISTRICT SCOUTS CANADA AIM The Aim of Boy Scouts of Canoda is to help boys to develop their character as resourceful and responsible members of the community by providing opportunities and guidance for their mental. physical, social and spiritual development. PRINCIPLES Scouting Is founded on the principles that man must, to the best of his ability: •Love and serve God, •Respect and act in accordance with the human dignity and rights of individuals, •Recognize the obligations on himself to develop and maintain his potential. THE OPPORTUNITIES Over 800 boys young men meeting weekly with 1 50 adult leaders in 40 groups throughout the District. There's a sport for both you and your son in Scouting now! PLEASE THINK KINDLY TOWARDS THE ALEXANDER & CHAPMAN REALTY LIMITED 10 Th• Square, Goderlch Phone 574 2177 EXETER (519)735 1115 BLYTH (519) S73 4744 OCTOBER 23 & 24 AILSA CRAIG EXETER BAYFIELD VANASTRA HENSALL GRAND BEND DASHWOOD LUCAN CENTRALIA CLINTON GODERICH Your generous donation on Boy Scout Apple Day goes to support comping and outdoor activities by all sections within the District, and Is sincerely appreciated by the members of the Scouting Movement throughout the year. DISTRICT COMMISSIONER Walter Thomas ASST. DIST. COM.(BEAVERS) Ross Hallam Marg Clark ASST. DIST. COM.(CUBS) Barry Clogg Tom Chapman ASST. DIST. COM.(S000TS) Wayne Wlg.Isworth ASST. DIST. COM. (VENTURERS) 324-2419 324-N70 212.2032 402-3044 227-1531 442-30!11 Ken Cult 324-9543 FOLLOWING SUPPORTERS OF SCOUTING Lakeport Steel Industries 205 Nelson St.. Goderlch S24 9514 DASHWOOD Kinsmen Club Of Clinton SPONSORING SCOUTING IN CLINTON IUCAN EST 1882 Lt)aailCtt &. *on if iil'llltlll'f 188 MAIN SI NOM 210 227.4211 COMPLIMENTS OF LANGFORD LUMBER CLINTON LUCAN PARKHILL Maurice Gardiner REAL ESTATE LIMITED A division of Laidlaw Transportation Ltd. GODERICH 524.1/SS3 EXETER 23S_2500 _ 138 St. David Strent Goderlch Dashwood Windows DASHWOOD INDUSTRIES LTD. Centralia McGEECPontiac-Buick Cadillac GMC Trucks Hamilton St., Goderlch 524.8301 viso tate �GY tnw lite S24-2964 M -W Motors Ltd. SALES a SERVICE 184 East St., Goderlch 524-7212 pEpgl Tuckey NNW Beverages EXETER 233.1503 1'