The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-12-02, Page 16`HOBART, t (fie 16 Times -Advocate, December 2, 1981 Ry JACK RIDDELL MPP The report of the Emergency Task Force of the Ontario Federation of Jack's Jottings Emergency farm situation outlined by Task Force Agriculture. has now been made public and concluded that farmers in this province are facing an -emergency economic situation' primarily as a result of high interest rates This message seems evi- dent to everyone concerned about the agriculture in- dustry except to the Minister of Agriculture and Food. Even his Deputy Minister last week stated that Ontario Tacks an agriculture policy and that we stand to lose alot of our most efficient farmers in the next year if nothing is done by the Province to help them. This report confirmed what we in the Liberal Party have been advocating for some time now. In my sub- mission to this Task Force I pointed out that Ontario Farmers are at a disadvan- tage when the financial assistance provided to the agriculture industry by other provinces and other countries are examined. CURIOUS VISITORS — Susan Czypha and 21 -month-old Brianne take a closer look at the hospital's delivery room. Greenway events By ANNE WAVER GREENWAY Audrey Desjardine, Listowel spent a weekend with Jake and Iva Lagerwerf and famlly, recently. Cameron Dougall, Exeter spent Saturday with his grandparents Graham and Anna Eagleson Sunday. The Eagleson's and their family attended the Exeter United Church for the baptizing of their granddaughter Amy Johan e, daughter of Paul assiblireste Schwan entruber. We were very happy to again welcome Mr. Peter Snell as guest speaker in the United Church on Sunday. We were very pleased that he brought his guitar along and sang for us. The U.C.W. are holding their meeting at the home of Iva Lagerwerf on Wed- nesday of this week. The children of the Sunday School are anxiously looking forward to the Christmas Concert which is on Sunday evening the 13th of December Best Interest 17% W. represent many Trust Companies. We are often able to arrange for the highest interest be- ing offered on Guaranteed Investment Cer- tificates. EXETER 235-2420 ' subject to change Gaiser-Kneale Insurance Agency Inc. Insurance Agency Inc. GRAND BEND 238-8484 CLINTON 482-9747 r C.47 OV sC Next Sunday is White Gift Sunday and a major part of the worship will be in charge of the Sunday School. The Windup: Policeman to lady driver - Don't you know what it means when I hold up my hand? Lady driver: I should know. I taught school long enough. GRADUATES — Pte. David Luxton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Luxton of Exeter and lion's Head, recently graduated from basic train- ing at C.F.R.S. Cornwallis, Novo Scotia. He was presented with the "Com- mandants Shield", an award received by the best recruit. tpt %.* Alt It'lThkE'f1 &&MILD WIPPY AT E1I R15TM'll5 DONATE A TOY Every child deserves a toy at Christmas time - something to call his very own. You can put o gift under this child's tree by donating a toy to the "HURON COUNTY CHRISTMAS BUREAU" There are hundreds of boys and girls, aged two to teens, who need your help in Huron County. You may not know a needy child at Christ- mas, hut we do • Toy Donations Can Be Dropped Off.4t: cros um" + eraes =Ns txs evn gists woes aar A Canadian Tire Corporation dQ The Junction 3 Zehrs 3 Area Public and Separate Schools g Don's Food Market, Hensall Huron Park I.G.A. g tIMS ISMS Ortrilrittert 111,43 arty arts {Vcs m or At the Bureau, 351 Main Street South during the week of December 7th Sponsored by the Lioness Club of Exeter eeeseteelcatsr Pie eta at a NO ten Nis Cue Ik OVISaer cs e RAS OVA c>tr, o._ CMS NS WS RAS evils ems er+own e,neaneis *of 0 It is no accident that Quebec's net farts income last year increased by 12.7 percent while Ontario's in- come decreased by 29 5 per- cent. The Task Force report has confirmed this situation and has recommended that the government introduce assistance programs to en- sure that Ontario farmers are not disadvantaged through parochial policies of other provinces. Immediate assistance must be given to farmers on the verge of bankruptcy. An emergency interest subsidy program for Ontario's farmers' operating expenses is required. If we are to save our young. aggressive. in- novative and efficient farmers. -we must subsidize interest rates. Whig the Minister of Agriculture. Lorne Hender- son. lead us to believe that only a small number of farmers are in financial dif- ficulty and by playing the "numbers game" states that only 1 percent of our farmers are in trouble. the Task Force reports "the number of farmers in trou- ble is much greater than ad- mitted by government and the banks." I reminded the Treasurer, in the Legislature during the discussions of the Task Force report. that last June he and the Premier met with a group of farmers from across the Province and promised them that the Government had $100 million to help them out with their problems. Of that, $35 million has been spent to help the beef industry. Where is the rest of the money? At the OFA luncheon the Treasurer again promised that assistance would be forthcoming prior to the closing of the session. I told the Treasurer that $122 million would be required to implement the Task Force recommendation for an in- terest subsidy program. This amount would bring down every Ontario Farmer's in- terest rate to 12 percent through all short, in- termediate. and long term loans. It will require less than $100 million to help those farmers on the verge of bankruptcy and those not protected by management. I asked the Treasurer how he could face the Ontario farmers and state that his government cannot find money for such a program, and yet he can spend 8109 million on one year's in- terest cost alone for Suncor. To my way of thinking the government's sense of priorities in this respect. is warped. It is imperative to the economic well being of this Province that the govern- ment adopt the recommen- dations of the Task Force without further delay and that it heed its warning that "the agriculture industry is not receiving the priority treatment it requires both now and for the future." Astra Liberal Leader Stuart Smith has once again raised the question of the investors who lost so much money in the Astra Trust Re -Mor collapses. saying these peo- ple will continue to suffer until the provincial govern- ment resolves the "fiasco". He cited the case of a Grimsby man who will prooaely lose his home because of his investment. This man intended to in- vest $30.000 in the federally - chartered Astra. but the money was channeled into its sister company Remor. When he wanted to withdraw his money. he was told he couldn't. but Astra loaned him $77.000 - an amount for which the Company is now suing him. Smith asked "Will the government explain how it can happen that people who are owed money by the Astra bunch should also be sued by them for money owed to Astra?" Federal budget The Provincial Treasurer has informed the Legislature that the federal budget will reduce transfers to Ontario by more than 8600 million in the next two years. He described the federal economic program as "grossly inadequate" in meeting the industrial tran- formation of Ontario and Canada. and said it did nothing to address the widening fiscal disparities between oil producing and oil importing provinces. Protects engines single-handed. Shell Rotella'T is so efficient it may take on your whole fleet. A fully -qualified API SF SE, CD and CC motor oil, Shell Rotella T meets warranty and service requirements for most gasoline cars, light trucks, and diesel engines. Tests have proven that it gives excellent protection from cor- rosion and wear. You can depend on Shell Rotella T for all your engine lubrication needs. Available in SAE grades 10W. 20W/20, 30, 40 and multi - grades 10W30 and 15W40. 'Registered trade mark of Shell Canada Limited. For the fuel, accessories and lubricants you require, call your Shell agent today. ART CLARKE 134 Anne St. W. Exeter 235-1820 Shell helps 0 0 0 NOW AT WHITING'S • THE DISHWASHER THAT REALLY SAVES YOUR ENERGY Kitch enAid. ENERGY SAVER V New KitchenAld Energy Saver V dish- washers not only clean up your dishes without drudgery, they save on your electrical and water heating bill as well. They heat their own water in every complete cycle to assure superior cleaning power but use less energy, less water and less time than ever before. Come in and see the full line of new KitchenAid dishwashers at: by Yew N..n.I.nd IwMtv...nd i„INnN NM. MAIN ST. W ITING'S 235-1964 EXE fER This is the year of the PRACTICAL GIFT and right now you'll save more at Gerrards ZO ALL 0/0 0 F F STYLE MERCHANDISE in aII departments Sports Jackets Blazers Winter Coats & Jackets Winter Vests Sweaters Velours Housecoats P.J.'s Jeans & Cords Sweatshirts & Track Pants Ski -Doo Suits Ski Pants Gloves Toques Mitts Ladies Styles Blouses Sweaters Skirts Dress Slacks Jeans, Cords Blazers Jumpsuits Dresses Pant Suits Knickers Winter Jackets Coats Ski Suits Boys Style Suits, Sports jackets Blazers Winter Coats & Jackets Winter Vests Sweaters Velours Housecoats P.J.'s Jeans & Cords Sweatshirts & Track Pants Ski -Doo Suits, Ski Pants Gloves Toques Mitts Girls Styles Blouses Sweaters Skirts Cords & Jeans Winter Jackets Ski -Suits Jumpsuits Knickers PLUS 1O% OFF All B ff ICS Men's Basics Briefs T-shirts Socks Ties Belts Work Clothing Ladies Basics Bra s Girdles Slips Panti hose Knee-hi's Belts Ladies Briefs Leotards Socks Boys Basics Briefs T-shirts Socks Ties Belts Girls Basics Girls Briefs Slips Socks Leotards 6' gettazal�c SHOPPING CENTRE 370 Main Street EXETER, ONTARIO Phone 235-2162