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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1982-05-05, Page 29PRINCE MATCHABELLIJ Outlinesp ropose By Bill McNutt.Canadians once again have the politicians deciding whether or not they will be able to posss firearms. The former Solicitor General of Canada for the Liberal Government, Warren Almond, has spawned many ideas for a new bill called "Gun Control Bill no. C451." Being unsatisfied with thetafinal wording ci his last at- tempt, Bill C-51, which caus- ed the sutztg of the Firearms Acquisition Certificate. He is atitagain. If passed, and it is headed for its second reading, it would be another step, maybe the last, in completely eliminating the average per- son from having a firearm. If this happens it would seem that Canada would be headed into a communist - oriented police state. In- dividual rights will be depriv- ed and superior powers willbe given to the police. The bill contains ten basic points as follows; All retail salesdf firearms full au otic weapons. pons will be handled through a new Note: This would eliminate government agency. anyone from owning the Applications must be made Remington 1100 and Win - to purchase any firearm, this chester 1400 shotguns. must be posted anti published Rifles and shotguns will be before approval, anyone may oppose the application and register a complaint thereby automatically voiding the application. Compulsory registration of all firearms -by serial number. Permit holders (all firearm owners) must file annual reports as to the use and con- dition of firearms in their possession, if owners do not use each firearm sufficiently or has no lawful need the gun becomes subject to confiscation. No firearms may be dispos- ed of by sale, barter, gift or bequest. The death of an owner will result in im- mediate confiscation of firearms by police. Only police and military will be allowed to possess handgun, semi-automatic or classified as restricted weapons, permits will specify time, place and conditions of use. All unregistered firearms will be declared as prohibited and confiscated on discovery ; criminal charges against the owner will be mandatory. Any firearm may be declared prohibited at any time by secret order to coun- cil and becomes subject to seizure, without opportunity to appeal, redress or compensation. This proposed legislation is based on the failure of Bill C-51 to prevent gun crimes in Canada. This week I spoke to Mur- ray Cardiff's office about the bill. I was informed that no date had been set for the second reading as of yet and that Mr. Cardiff had not really. said Cardiff says "it won't pass" uncontrol law, cireaMP replies Times -Advocate, May 6, 1982 Page '27 how he woui ote when it did come up. His office said there have been a few calls opposing the bill from the north but not many from the south. With his office in Brussels the south means Exeter, Clinton and. Seaforth areas. I can't see why our local gun club hasn't made an of- ficial statement in writing, in - eluding a petition from at least all their members, to his office. If every gun owner was to call their M.P.'s office he would have no choice but to vote no on the bill. There is no charge to reach Murray Car- diff by phone, simply call the operator and ask for Zenith 31020 and voice your opinion. Remember if you are not working to keep your firearms you are helping eliminate them. Letter to Editor: Recently I have become aware of widespread rumours circulating in Huron -Bruce absserting thatt parliament is out to pass new and tougher gun control legislation. These ti r • tom¢ ,. SNAIL FOR EDUCATION WEEK - As part of a twinning program at Exeter Public School, students from various grades co-operated on a variety of projects. Here, Chris- ty Brintnell, grade five, Jeremy Hrudka, grade three and grade two student Michelle Ross made a stuffed -toy snail. With every purchase of a BUCRET or B you will receive a free bottle of POND'S CREAM & COCOA BUTTER SKIN SOFTENING LOTION for Mom. SKIN SOFTENING LOTION L IZES KCtl S.^Ort Prc M , �nt� yChao,. A CANACAAN COMPANY The Colonel's taste is best. 227 Main Ste, North Exeter A SUNDAY TRAIL RIDE — Arabian and other area•horse enthusiasts enjoyed o trail ride Sunday originating from Adrian Brand's horse training centre, north of Crediton. Above, Brand chats with Heather Browning, Rod Easton and Carol Mor- rissey as they prepare to start out. Seniors enjoy euchre at Ailsa. CraigCentre Sy ALICE DICKENS Four tables of euchre were at play Monday afternoon at the Activity Centre. Win- ners were Mrs. J. McCallum, Mrs. Chapman, Mrs. Dickens, Mrs. Simpson, Mrs. B. Ross, Mrs. Hughes. Tea and cookies were served by the committee. The final euchre will be May 10 at 2 p.m. Lions bus trip Sunday the Craig Lions sponsored a bus trip to Rochester, Michigan where the school for Leader Dogs for the Blind originates. A film was shown depicating the life of the dog from puppy stage until it leaves there to go with the blind person. ' Touring the buildings and grounds '' proved an educational outing. This is another way the local club serves the com- munity. Pres The Ethel Elliott Evening Group of the Presbyterian Church travelled to Lucan to the home of Mrs. Guthrie Reid for their April meeting. Nell Tweddle, convener, opened the meeting with a poem, This poem was an ap- propriate introduction to the study from "The Rainbow People." Asking us to define "a convenant" prepared us for the topic. Many good definitions were forthcoming. Some cultures believe a rainbow is a bridge between earth and the heavens. It can also symbolize a bridge of un- derstanding between our- selves and others or God and ourselves if we respond with love, obedience, faithfulness and trust. reinforce this stud ; We were asked to' prepare a "covenant" and read it for the roll call. This study was concluded with the singing of "We are One in the Spirit," and "God gives His people strength," followed by prayer. In the business section, we were reminded of our obligations when Rev. Ron Wallace will be the guest speaker on family Sunday, May 9. Plans are underway for our 25th anniversary in the fall, a firm date for which will soon be announced. Mary Eagleson reported on the Presbyterial meeting at Knox Church, St. Thomas which she and the president attended. The theme of the con- ference was "Open My Eyes." President, Adele McCallum will be attending the Retreat at Iona May 6. Plans were made for the next meeting on May 24. The president closed the meeting with the poem, "Too busy not to pray." The hostess served two yummy desserts and a very pleasant time of fellowship followed. Riverview W.I. April 13 was the day Riverview Women's Institute members met and answered the roll call by wearing an old hat, scarf or jewellery and told of a special occasion when it was worn or paid, 25 cents. This proved to be quite fascinating and interesting as some items were very old but still pretty. The meeting opened with the Institute Ode and Mary Stewart Collect. The motto "Live today but remember yesterday,'." was well taken by Nola McEwen who gave an excellent paper on this subject. Olive Currie read a humourous reading on "poems". A neat display of crewel embroidery, all framed and beautiful to look at, was shown by Mary Sutherland. It was the work of the ladies who took that course. Margaret Wilson and Alice Dickens put on a skit "The Train to Mauro" which kept everyone laughing at their hilariousantics and costumes. I rather think that Margaret missed her train after all but Alice told her she could go 'to -morrow.' Evelyn McNaughton had a good part in the program to provide music for some good old songs, displaying hats worn in those certain eras, which we really enjoyed. As this was the annual meeting, gratifying reports of all committees were read and approved. The installation of officers was conducted by Ethel Crouch as follows: past president, Gertrude Rosser; president, Nancy Harmer; first vice president, Lorna Priestley; secretary, Margaret Wilson; assistant secretary, Lorraine Neil; treasurer, Sharon Craven; district director, Gertrude Rosser; alternate, Nancy Harmer; branch directors, Martha Rees, Reta Hughes, Effie Harrison, program convener, Gertrude Rosser; auditors, Greeta George, Lorna Priestley; Sunshine committee, Ma McEwen, Mary Rees; Cancer society, Lorna Priestley? Greeta George, representative on Craigweil Activity Centre, Margaret Wilson; pianist, Jean Lee; assistant pianist, Jenny Morton; curator, Alice Dickens. Agriculture and Canadian Industries, Evelyn McNaughton; Citizenship and World Affairs, Gertrude Rosser; Education and Cultural activities, Ruth McCallum; Family and Consumer Affairs, Alie Twynstra ; Resolutions, Esther Craven; Public Relations, Leona Hughes; Press reporter, Marie Campbell; Nominating committeee, Lorraine Neil and Martha Rees. Gertrude thanked the committees and members 'for their support during her two years of office, and wished all a good year coming up. Ruth McCallum thanked the executive for their help in the past. Nancy Harmer's com- mittee served tea biscuits, home made jam along with a cup of tea. Personals Mrs. Verna Leitch visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Leitch, London. Anniversary guest speaker at Erskine Street United Church, London, Sunday was Rev. Bill E. Stevenson of Hastings, Ontario, who was United Church Minister here in 1971. To celebrate her birthday, Mrs. Ruby McLean visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. Jim McLean and son, St. Thomas. Sympathy is extended to the Letts family in the passing of Dr. Letts. The late Dr. and Mrs. A.E. Letts and family lived here from 1934- 1958. They moved to Lon- don. Sci nce fair at McGiIIivray During the last half of Education Week, McGillivray Central School held its first Science Fair. The enthusiastic entries numbered ninety and were judged by Ralph Sampson, retired Science department head of North Middlesex District High School, Charles Corbett, consulting engineer and Leo Hutchinson, Science and Outdoor Education Consultant for the Middlesex County Board of Education. The judges had a difficult time with all of the fine entries. Junior winners were: first place Chris Waspe with a home made burglar alarm, second tied with Kathy Rutherford and Jackie Thompson with their aquariums and Steven Rowe and his terrarium, third went to Piet Blauboerr II, and his display of bees. Honourable mention Michael • Whiting, rabbits and David Eagleson's Mechanical Energy Conversion Unit. Senior winners were Arlene Thompson who placed first with a rocks and minerals display, Kim Amos placed second with Soap Making and Paul Dixon and Dale Steeper gained ,third lt+Y T spot in collaboratinga Alcohol Still. Honourable McGULIVRAY SCIENCE WINNERS Shown with their mention went to Wayne naxhiblfs are the winners of the science fair at McGilliv- Mcleod's lighted city and ray Central School Arlene Thompson and Chris Waspe. Lori Allison's and Kim Elson's home made radio. rumours apparently stem from reports by a British Col- umbia member of parliament that Bill C-451, an act to amend the criminal code in respect to gun control, is due to be debated In parliament. The fears raised by these rumours are without founda- tion, Bill C-451, which does in- deed propose tougher gun control, is not about to be debated. It is not even spon- sored by the government, but is a private member's bill sponsored by the govern- ment, but is a Private Member's Bill sponsored by the former Solicitor -General, Warren Allmand, who now sits as a private member on the Liberal back benches. Any Private Member's Bill, if it is brought up for debate in the House of Commons, can be "talked out" by as -few as four members who rise to speak on the bill. A Private Member's Bill, if it is called for debate, receives only one hour's debating time, and if members have not finished speaking on the bill, no vote can be called. The debate thus ends .with the Bill "talked There are presently some 450 Private Member's Bills on the Order Paper of the House of Commons. Fully 250 of them come ahead of Bill C-451 in the lineup, and there are so few opportunities for debating Private Member's Bills that there are still t4 bills to go before we would come to Bill C-451. It is therefore extremely doubtful that Bill C-451 could be called for debate before the current session of Parliament ends, causing the Bill to die on the Order Paper. U by chance Bill C-451 were called for debate, it would without any doubt be talked out. No government initiative has been taken in support of it, none has been indicated or announced, and it is unlikely that the Government would give support to the bill. But in any case, my own party and I are definitely op- posed to Bill C-451 and would ensure that the bill could not proceed through all its stages to completion, assuming it ever could reach the point of being called for debate in the first place. I urge those concerned with the issue of gun control to reassure others who may be worried by the current round of rumours that these rumours are ill-advised and inaccurate, and that no worry related to the possibility that C-451 might be passed is justifiable in the light of the Parliamentary process which will keep this Bill from being passed. Murray Cardiff, MP Huron -Bruce B es t Interest M173/a% We represent many Trust Companies. We an often able to arrange for the highest interest be- ing offered on Guaranteed Investment Cer- tificates. * subject to chonge fagGaiser-Kneale Insurance Agency Inc. EXETER GRAND BEND CLINTON 235-2420 238-8484 482-9747 GUARDIAN DRUGS'E4� " Give Her The Finest In Fragrances. 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