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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-10-21, Page 17BLACKJACK — Not much money was won, and no one was accused of cheating, but these ladies sure enjoyed themselves at the blackjack tables which were part of the Casino night at the ladies night out last week. Considering their.next moves are Maureen Smith, left, Sharon Staciuk, M.J. Chanyi and Dr. Linda Steele. Limit bridge loads Tuckersmith Township will pass a bylaw to restrict the load limits of three township bridges to five tonnes. The decision was made at last week's regular council meeting after works superintendent Allan Nicholson read an inspection report from the Ministry of Transport that revealed structural deterioration to Approve legal non -conforming The Exeter planning board members have approved in principle a request from Jerry MacLean & Son Automotive to extend its legal non -conforming use status. The board advised council they had no objection to the extention as long as the C-5 zone uses at the facility con- tinue to occupy more than 50 percent of. the floor space. The matter will be heard by the local committee of adjustment today (October 21 at 5:15 p.m.) and council members this week in- dicated ns opposition to the MacLean request. Planning board chairman Jay Campbell said thesitua- tion should be redefined, noting it did not make much sense to literally put a line down the middle of the store to designate in what area what type of goods could be sold. He agreed that it may be difficult to police the re- quirement that the C-5 zone uses continue to occupy more than 50 percent of the floor space. The board also noted that discussions were continuing on Exeter's new sign bylaw and the matter has been tabled until former planning board members can be con- tacted for some input. A decision on amendments to the bylaw are to be made at the board's next meeting. the three bridges which now makes them dangerous for heavier loads. The report states the worst deterioration has oc- curred to the Roman Road Bridge. The other two bridges where loads will be restricted are known locally as Plum's bridge' and 10th concession bridge, also sometimes called the Kinsmen bridge. Later in its meeting, coun- cil decided to immediately proceed with engineering plan for a new work shed, that keeps getting put on the back burner, at an estimated cost of about $4,000. Council decided it might act on the two plans, or one of the two at a later date when its new works budget has been set. But at least it will have the plans. Council received two delegations at the meeting, including Ed Major, of the management counsulting firm of Beaumont -Major and Associates Ltd. of Cedar Springs, who told council he might have an interim report ready by the end of this month, and a final report no later than December 31. His firm is working on a provincial government con- tract to study the possibility of luring more industry to Vanastra, which has a high unemployment rate. Council also discussed a five -lot development at Kippen with the developers, led by Ron Corriveau. Coun- cil is concerned the prospec- tive purchasers be warned that the drainage system of the properties is the concern of purchasers, not the township. The issue of water supply and wells on the develop- ment site was also discuss- ed. with council and Mr. Corriveau concluding the working of various legal documents be changed to emphasize the township's concerns. Sponsored by Sorority Ladies night out proves very successful The Ladies "Night Out" was a success, both for spec- tators and for the Xi Gamma Nu sorority which hosted the evening at the South Huron rec centre. The sold out evening in- cluded the participation of 45 Exeter and area stores in the fashion show as well as a multitude of door prizes In- cluding the winner of $100 in cash. Cheryl Edwards. The evening began with a meal of Hawaiian ham on a bed of rice, and included green beans with almonds and coleslaw made of red cabbage. Rolls and butter were served with the meal School board upset with review group By Stephanie Levesque Trustees 'of the Huron - Perth Separate School board ' were upset that its in- termediate English curriculm was torn apart by an intermediate english provinicial review com- mittee. The review, compiled by two Ministry of Education officials, was presented to the board at its meeting on October 13. • Trustee Jeanette Eybergen said trustees spend time in committee developing a curriculm, then the Ministry comes and tears it apart. She asked why guidelines were set first? Director of Education William Eckert said, "the boards were left to their own demise." He told the trustees. "don't take excep- tion to the criticism", but to look at the objectives. Eckert said the criticism is valid and that overall across the province, the Huro-Perth Separate School curriculm is "looking very good Trustee William Kinnahan suggested the two ministry officials who compiled the report, be present at a board meeting to discuss the report. This was agreed to by theboard and an invitation will be extended. The report was compiled by having questionnaires filled out by teachers and students of grade seven and eight at seven schools across the two counties. One recommendation, that teachers de-emphasize spell- ing, punctuation and kinds of sentences didn't sit well with Trustee Ronald Marcy. He said he thought the tendency was to get back to the basics. Evaluation of students' work was also recommend- ed to be changed, as the recommendations point out that words such as excellent, average and weak are not easily defined. The Ministry recommen- dations emphasized the use of practising what the students have learned by us- ing it in other subject areas, spelling, reading and writing skills were particularily noted. The use of writing jour- nals. a collection of written works by the students, was praised by the Ministry of- ficials. It was reported that over half the teachers use the journals in their classes. In other business, the board: Approved collecting taxes from the municipalities suporting the Separate School system four times a year. on March 31, June 30, Sept. 30 and Dec. 15. Chair- man of the board Ronald Murray said one of the reasons for this change from two collections annually to four. was because both the Perth and Huron Boards of Education had made the change. which included wine. Trifle was served for dessert. Throughout the evening, draws were made for the various door prizes. A fashion show followed the meal. It began with children's wear modeled by area children with fashions from Little People and the Junction. The Anstett display of diamonds and pearls was a theatrical success and took away the breath of many spectators. Models wearing black displayed the jewels bathed in a spotlight, while Paul Campbell. wearing a black Tuxdeo and bow tie watched the performance from a wicker chair on stage. Hewas then escorted down the stage by the five stun- ning models. Several sports storgs modeled everything from warm-up suits to what the well-dressed gymnist and tennis player are wearing. Corduroy. kilts, plaids, pleats. wool. velvet and Use your auction bucks The hundreds of people who have been collecting auction bucks over the past several weeks will have a chance to use them Saturday morning. MPP Jack Riddell will be auctioning over 40 valuable items at 10 a.m. at the old Town Hall parking lot. Almost 200,000 auction bucks have been distributed to shoppers who made pur- chases at participating Exeter Mainway stores. tweeds were displayed in skirts, slacks, knickers and blazers. Feminine. Lacey, frilly blouses and hats were also popular with the models. The fashion show featured an appearance by Sunny and Cher. Dolly Parton. and Tom Jones. The culmination as a cyan -can dance by memlrs of the sorority. A game of black jack followed for many after the Paul Brothers entertained in their zany style. There were five black jack tables and three wheels for the ladies to amass their fortunes. Heather Rogers, an organizer for the event, said she won't know until next week if the evening will be scheduled for next year. This was the second year the Xi GammaNuhas hosted the evening It has been sold out every year. They began or anizin• in June. a lei CALORIE COUNTER QUEENS — Pauline Kennedy was named Queen of Monday's mini convention of the Exeter and Huron Park clubs of Canadian Calorie Counters held in Crediton. The new Queen lost the most weight during the past year and is shown in the cen tre with runnersup Alice Maclean and Gloria Chambers. T -A photo HATS COMINO'BACK — Hats, like this one worn by Mary Gardner, and part of tate Looking Good section at Friday s fashion show, are being added as the finishing touch to outfits like this pant suit. G reenwa By ANNE WALPER Anniversary services were held on Sunday at the United Church. The Willing Workers had decorated the church beautifully for the autumn season. A large crowd attended the morning service and Rev. A.E. Holley of Waterloo was unable to at- tend because of sudden il- lness so our own minister Rev. H. Moore very capably substituted for him. Roger GLITTER AND GLEAM — The Anstett display at the ladies night out, tookthebreathowoy of the audience as diamonds and pearls were shown off against the black background of the models' dresses. The choreography and costumes were a theatrical performance in CAN CAN GIRLS — Can Can girls provided light entertainment for the ladies who attend- ed the Xi Gammu Nu's Ladies Night Out. Here Glenda Wagner, left and Anne Marie Hoff• mon stride down the stage. Quick brought along his' guitar and along with other members of his group provided special music. In the evening a family service took place with Mar- tin Eagleson at the organ. Many former members of the Junior Choir joined the present members and provided special music. Members of the choir, were directed by Marlene Turner. Rev. Moore was assisted in the service by Douglas Woodburn, Mark Steeper, Karen Lagerwerf, Robin Turner, Elizabeth Walper and Eric Bullock. After the service everyone was invited to the church basement for cookies and coffee provided by the Ses- sion of the church. A social time followed. Greenway Willing Workers are planning a meeting at the church November 13 with Jim Mac- Donald as speaker. Personals ' Fred and Isobel Bullock had all their family home on Sunday. A large crowd attended the benefit dance which was held for Carol McCarthy at the Parkhill Community. Centre Friday night. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Orval Mellin who celebrated their 40th wed- ding anniversary Friday, October 16. A dance was held in their honour in the Parkhill Community Centre when friends, relatives and neighbours attended. Farmers in the area ap- preciated the few days of sunny weather so that they could harvest their corn and beans. We only wish it would return. Mrs. Carman Smithers, of London, Mrs. (Rev.) Lawrence Turner Lambeth and Mr. Bruce Fenning, St. Thomas wre recent visitors of Ken and Luella Smithers. Miss Viola Curts, London visited with her mother Evelyn and brother Manuel for the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Brophey are spending this week in Oshawa. Ron and Carol Sayeau and daughter spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Ross Brown. Peggy Steeper and family of London spent Sunday with Willis and Margaret Steeper. October 21, 1951 Serving South Huron, North Middlesex & North Lambton Since 1873 Page IA THANKS HARRY Working conditions are so good at the Times - Advocate that some people actually look younger as the years go by. Thirty years ago this week Harry DeVries joined the T -A staff and has managed to re- main employed there ever since. Today Harry is the production manager with responsibilities for produc- ing the newspaper each week as well as running our commercial printing division. The photo of the left shows Harry carefully studying his first pay check which amounted to a grand sum of $ 15.30. At the right Harry is calling our printer to tell them we 11 be on time. We consider if a privilege to have an employee of Harry's calibre al the Times -Advocate and look forward to working with him for many more years. M