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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-11-06, Page 6Page 6 November 6, 1985 Several honored for long service MR. AND MRS. SCOTT McLELLAN Kimberley Ann Taylor and Donald Scott McLellan were united in marriage on September 21, 1985 at the Kippen United Church with Rev. Lorne Keyes of- ficiating. The bride is the daughter of Stewart and Betty Taylor, Kippen and Donald and n�. _KareMcLellar ' ' 2 Staffa are parents of the groom. The matron of honour was Carol McGregor and bridesmaids were Jackie McLellan, Debbie Taylor, Dawn Taylor and Cindy McDonald. The best man was Doug Meikle and guests were ushered by Kevin Scott, Kim Wilson, Doug Humphries and Scott Hunniford. After a recep- tion at the Hensall Community Centre and wedding trip to Coll- ingwood, the couple is residing at RR 2, Kippen. Photo by Gary Walden MOONLIGHT SALE Thursday, Nov. 7 till 10 p.m. 20% OFF COQUETTE and COTTON LINGERIE Also see our selection L'Orecil and Vanderbilt Rumors 11 414 Main St. Centre Mall, Exeter (519) 235-0202 Area teachers hear opposition to RC funding The events leading to the proclama- had been undernourished for decades, lion of full funding to separate and the elementary schools were suf- schools, what has happened since, tering from malnutrition. and the repercussions on the public The FWTAO spokesman advocated school system if Bill 30 becomes law one funded public system accessible was the topic chosen by Jeanne to all. She quoted part of a statement Milovanovic provincial president of made by Bette Stephenson while the Federated Women Teachers' bringing down financial estimates. Association, as guest speaker at the The then education minister said at fall banquet of the Huron Women the time that in Ontario's "pluralistic, Teachers' Association held' in 4he multicultural, multiracial, multi - Stanley Community Complex. lingual society, unity by fostering a common culture through a shared educational experience could be an ef- fective countervailing force protec- ting society, and the school system might well be the only common, non- commercial learning and social ex- perience for young people". Milovanovic revealed one of the reasons for ber strong feelings on this issue. She confided that the openness and excellence of the Ontario public education system greatly influenced Milovanovic said the on-going pro- cess of striving for excellence in education had been the basis of the FWTAO's decision to strongly oppose full funding, which would affect the ratio of students and close some schools. increase transportation needs, and cause other costs to escalate astronomically. She stated that all education, public and separate, elementary and secondary, • RKING TO -GE BEYO ttft' EDUCATIONAL CHAT — Mary Moffat, vice-president of the Huron Women Teachers' Association, guest speaker Jeanne Milovanovic, provincial president of Federated Women Teachers' Nssociation of Ontario and HWTA president Mary Ellen Walsh chat informally before the HWTA fall banquet held in the Stanley Complex. . her family's decision to emigrate from England in 1964. Her son was facing Britain's infamous 11 plus ex- am which determined a child's scholastic future. She was told by her children's teacher that Peter should be streamed to grammar school and on to university but if three children with equal qualifications were com- peting for two available spots, and the names were Smith and Jones and Milovanovic, guess who would be selected. She knew from correspon- ding with a Sister already in Ontario that equality of opportunity was an in- tegral part of the Ontario system. Milovahovic contrasted former premier William Davis' expressed belief when speaking in the legislature June 12, 1984 that "the strength of Ontario's educational. character rests in the general merits and values of a universally accessi- ble, publicly supported system" with the reasons he gave the social development committee a year later for promising full funding of RC schools - "a matter of cons- cience...governed by my own view, by my own sense of what has happened. my own sense of what might be ac- ceptable within the province of On- tario, I came to the decision that I did. I came to the conclusion that the time had come". "I don't think I have ever read a paragraph that had so many 'is' mid- Milovanovic remarked. When the newly elected Liberal government tabled Bill 30, the FWTAO executive informed its 31,000 members across Ontario, monitored the hearings before the social development committee throughout the summer, prepared a response and hired a lawyer. The FWTAO is one of 19 groups associated in some way with education who are questioning the constitutionality of providing full funding to separate schools. To counter accusations of bigotry. Milovanovic quoted from a column written by the Toronto Star's Frank - Jones. Jones pointed out that those lined up against Bill 30 were the voices of nybderation in communities - earnest school trustees, represen- tatives .of mainline churches. and ,Institute members veto additional booze outlets The eight branches of Huron South District W.I. were represented at the London Area W.I. convention at the Nordon Restaurant, London October 30 and 31. Many topics were discussed in- cluding an emergency resolution that the legislation of the sale of beer and wines be confined to the existing outlets and not be allowed in grocery and/or convenience stores. -This resolution was sustained and will be passed on to the Federated Women's Institute of Ontario for presentation to the Ontario Government. The theme of the convention was "New Beginnings" ancbMrs. Muriel Lewis, Granton in her presidents remarks said "If you dream alone its just a dream but if you dream together it becomes reality". Mrs. Charlotte Johnson, Cochrane, President of F.W.1.0. brought greetings from the provincial organization reminding everyone that Fincher's• • Fi ncher's• 1 DAY ONLY THURSDAY, NOV. 7 Till 10 PM O/Q OFF EVERYTHING IN THE STORE (excluding: tobacco, confectionary, magazines, greeting cards, stationery 8 items already on sale) SAVE 15% ON... ✓PAPERBACKS ✓ HARDCOVERS v CHILDREN'S BOOKS v GIFTWARE v DECORATIVE WALL PLAQUES VISA' E ACCEPT • Mostireord v FISHER -PRICE TOYS v BOARD GAMES ✓JIGSAW PUZZLES ✓CRAFT SUPPLIES ✓ PATONS YARN 8 BOOKS v PLASTIC MODEL KITS ✓ MODEL TRAIN ACCESSORIES plus more EXETER 235-2202 we are all a part of_ a world wide organization and we must keep an eye on the future to remain strong.She also reported on upcoming workshops and seminars on community leader- ship and starting a small business. Bill Brady was guest speaker at the evening banquet along with the Melou, Magic Barbershop quartet. Three area youth were awarded the Maryn Pardy : Women's Institute Scholarships valued at $200.00 each, Suzanne McLean, Melborne, Lynda Sim, Embro and Linda McKillop, Dutton. Suzanne an active 4H member hav- ing completed 15 clubs in six years is planning to further her education stu- dying Social Work at a post secondary educatonal institute. Lynda has com- pleted 11 4H clubs in her eight years, is active in church and school func- tions and had the privilege of atten- ding the 1984 Provincial Leadership 'Camp. She will be entering college as a r Developmental Service Worker. Lin- da, active in sports, school and com- munity activities is not only a 4H member but has been a leader as well. She will be using tier scholarship to help finance her post secondary school education. - Mrs. Geraldine . Campbell, PRO London Area W.I. that the W.I. bran- ches.in the London Area have been actively persuing their motto of "For Home and Country" in their rural communities. They have donated nearly $100,000.00 to various charities and organizations and presented scholarships to area youth for the fur- thering of their education. Nine members of the London Area TO MARRY — Doug, Darryl and Darren Simpson are pleased to announce the forthcoming mar- riage of their mother, Marie Simpson (Corey) to John Phillip Urquhart, son of Mrs. Alice Ur- quhart, Toronto. The wedding will take place at 7:00 p.m., Fri- day, November 8, 1985 at Central United Church. Stretford. were honoured by the Ontario Government with Bicentennial medals and the London Area was host for the Federated Women's Institute of Canada triennial conference. Elgin County W.I. were involved in the In- terational'Plowing Match this year and several branches reported an in- crease in membership. She said if there is a need in the community the Women's Institute will be quietly working to achieve its success. During the election of officers Mrs. Harry Dougall, Hurondale was nam- ed Provincial Board Director and Mrs. Grace Drummond, Kippen East as alternate for subdivision 23. Retir- ing board director Mrs. John Templeman and alternative Mrs. Robert Ratcliffe have completed their three year term of office. Mrs. Carter Kerslake, Mitchell was elected Convener of Education and Cultural Activities. The 1986 convention will be hosted by Middlesex East District October 16 and 17. "the reasonable majority on whom Irene Haugh, Crediton, was social peace has its foundation". presented with a plaque to mark her Milovanovic emphasized that this is 35 years as a teacher before retiring not the Ontario of Cardinal Carter's in June 1984. youth, when Protestant and Catholic Recently retired teachers were were divided by a wall of bitterness, each introduced by a co-worker who but 1985, "when many Ontario people gave a brief resume of their past have a legitimate fear that Catholic career. Each had the opportunity to funding will lead to fragmentation of say a few words about what teaching the school system". had meant to them, and what they Milovanovic noted much has been were doing with their retirement said about the special mission of time. Prestnt to receive their Federa- Roman Catholic Schools. She said the tion spoons were June Boussey, public system, too, has a commitment Seaforth; Phyllis Deichert, Hensall; to excellence, high standards, effec- Mary Jacobe, Hensall ; Doreen tive discipline and sound moral Oesch, Zurich; Audrey Haberer, values. She admonished her audience Zurich; Dorothy Wilworth, Grey Cen- to remember their responsibilities as tral; Edith Swan, Brucefield; and teachers, and closed with a quote Mary Furtney, Stephen Central. from a director of education: Shirley Dustow. Colborne and "Teachers affect eternity, for no one Donelda McDonald, Victoria, knows where their influence ends". Goderich were absent. 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