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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1986-02-19, Page 12Page 12 Times -Advocate, February 19, 1986 USBORNE AND HIBBERT DIRECTORS — The annual meeting of the Usborne and Hibbert Mutual Fire Insurance Company was held Wednesday at Kirkton. The directors are shown here. Back, left, directors Jack Hodgert, Robert Gardiner, Jack Harrigan and Lorne Feeney. Front, agent Joseph Uniac, vice- president Robert Chaffe, president Lloyd Morrison and secretary -manager Mike Caere. Missing were agents John Moore and Ross Hodgert. T -A photo Whatever happened to Mel Swart, the New Democratic Party's agricultural critic? Or has someone else copped the job? Matter of fact, whatever happened to Bob Rae, leader of the NDP? That last question is being asked all across the province these days because Mr. Rae seems to have gone back into the walnut woodwork at Queen's Park. But it isn't true. He has no need to be as vocal as the NDP once was. Why? Because the ruling Liberals are out -peeing the NDPers. When Brampton Bill Davis was the head honcho in Toronto, the student associates, the unemployed, the farmers, some young mothers demanding better daycare in the pro- vince and even the odd group of teachers were demonstrating at Queen's Park. Not many recognized professions were among the demonstrators. Those who appeared were from the bottom rungs of the income ladder most of the time. But take a look at those who have been stung by our welldressed lawyer from London -town who floats under the Liberal banner. If we didn't know better, we could swear he was taking lessons from David and Stephen Lewis. He has injured the pride of the law profession. He has provincial Four now Four provinces - Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta and Saskachewan - have signed up for a stabilization plan for pork producers. The deadline for Ontario is March 31. Participation is voluntary. Premiums are paid monthly. For finishing pigs, premiums will be paid through the OPPMB. Participating wearer producers whose pigs are sold to a signed -up finisher will have their premiums paid by the finisher. Weaner producers selling to non- participating finishers will pay their premiums directly into the fund. Pay -out is quarterly. It is based on 65 percent for the finished pig and 35 percent for the weaner pig. The far - judges splitting their gavels and phar- macists splitting their pills. The lawyers want their useless Queen's Counsel designation back. Personally, I was elated when Peter- son threw out the antiquated honor. And you know why the doctors are sputtering in their stethoscopes and the druggists are mad enough to take Valium. And you probably remember why the judges are re -arranging their wigs. They did not get all of a promis- ed increase in salary so they got snarky. One or two suggested they might not even be able to hand out justice evenly if they were not getting paid enough. I enjoyed their discomfort. It isn't often you see the top professions get- ting hit where it hurts: in the pocketbook. Regular readers of this column know I have never been a young- or old- radical. I have been a small "c" conservative since Noah was an able- bodied seaman. I have tried to live within the laws of this country and have never been charged with anything more than a few minor traf- fic violations. However, seeing the establistunent all shookup has renewed MY faith in the democratic system even though my grandad would retch if he knew I was writing something favei'able in program row to finish operatorwith get 100 percent. The pay -out is calculated on 95 per- cent of the gross margin over five respective quarters in the previous years. For every dollar premium paid by the producer, the provincial and federal governments will contribute one dollar each. There will be a graduated entry for a producer active on March 32 who decides to sign up later. Membership in the program will be transferable to others if the farm is sold and the herd beeii in the program. A maximum of 2,b00 hogs per quarter will qualify. A CHAMPION -- Mike McGregor has won the reserve champion- ship at the junior Show and Sale at the Ontario Public Stockyards in Toronto. Darlings Abbatoir, Exeter bought the 1250 Ib. calf for $1.65, per pound. Shown is Bill Armstrong presenting Mike with the Richey, Faye and Armstrong trophy. Are you looking for a fresh approach to manure handling? MANURE MANAGEMENT INFORMATION DAY Fri. Feb. 21 10:00.4:00 South Huron Recreation Centre Exeter, Victoria St., E. FREE ADMISSION • Interesting Displays end Speakers * 910 Registration. free coffee I donuts • Lunch Is available for purchase * Sponsored by Ausebie Ssetofd Conservation Authorfy, Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Agrkwfere and Food 4 about a Liberal government. It doesn't just stop with the premier, either. I like what Jack Rid- dell is saying and trying to do about preserving fgrm land. I like what John Eakins is saying about tourism and the way he has stopped party favortism in lottery jobs. I liked the way Attorney -General Ian Scott handled the judges' com- plaints, too; I counsel His Honor to re- mind members of his .bench that if they feel diminished in their capaci- ty to provide even-handed ad- ministration of justice, it is their obligation forthwith to surrender their office. • Good stuff, that, eh? Osborne and Hibbert has successful year The year NM yeaeec'�y►1N1oaillsafui to fill a vacancy. caused by the for the Wane and Hibllert Mutual resignation d Wayne 'hockey early in Fire Ipldrraacsucvotmng the year. �►dThe other directors are Lorne atIiWednesday's annual Feeney, Robert Gardiner, Jack Har- meetin$ beld at. the Kirkton- rigan and Jack Hodgert. Woodhapt Comatunity Centre, Mor- Company bylaws were amended to rises said, "You.have to be lucky to require anyperson wishing to seek have,a good year in the ;nuance election or re-election as a director business. We had no tornadoes or very serious losses. That is a reflec- tion on the kind of clients we have. They equip themselves with ex- tinguishers and detectors and keep their barn doors shut." The president also praised the three agents Ross Hodgert, Joseph Uniac and John Moore. He added, "We also operate an excellent office with minimum in staff of secretary - manager Mike Caere and office employee Elaine Skinner." The financial report showed net premiums written of $1,082,790 with a net profit for the year of 3452,053. Premiums were increased ;162,696. With investment income of ;809,475 and rebating ;300,000 to policyholders the company surplus for the year was $900,117 bringing the accumulate surplus to $6,154,647. Claims paid out during 1965 amount to 3338,344. This is down from $793,767 the previous year. Auditor R.R. Blake in giving his report reiterated Morrision's state- ment of the office staff saying, "It's a very efficient operation for such few people". Talking of the rebates, Morrison said, " These rebates mean more now than they ever have with the state of the economy. You continue to keep claims down and we will niake provi- sions to continue rebates." On the subject of increasing liabili- ty rates, secretary -manager Mike Caers said, "There is nothing we can do about these rises. Last year you were paying premiums of $40 for $200,000 of liability coverage. This year it will be up to $90. For those in- suring for a million dollars on two locations will face an increase of $75 to ;183." Current directors Lloyd Morrison and Robert Chaffe were re-elected for three year terms and Robert Chaffe was named to a two year directorship must file bis intention to stand for election in writing with the secretary of the corpooration at lead 10 days in advance of an annual meeting ,pr special general meeting called for the election of directors. Mileage allowances for directors was increased from 30 to 35 cents par kilometre. ««««««;AL • John Elliott of Blyth, trustee on the Huron County board of education and a former chairman, was recently elected as vice-chairman of the On- tario Mlle School Trustees' Associa- tion. Mr. Elliott has represented the school board on this provincial organization for several years. • Dr. John Goddard of Hensall was named vice-chairman of the educa- tion committee of the Huron County board of education. Also, Brian Jef- fray of RR 2 Wingham was named vice-chairman of the board's management committee. ' • The Huron County board of educa- tion wants to meet regularly with the Huron -Perth Roman Catholic separate school board. The purpose is for the executive committee of each to meet and discuss items of common interest. • Hullett Township Reeve Tom Cun- ningham was elected as a director to the Rural Ontario Municipalities Association at its recent annual meeting in Toronto. Reeve Cunn- ingham will represent the counties of Bruce, Grey and Perth. • Bob Shrier, president of Signal - Star Publishing Ltd. of Goderich, presented some of Huron County's past wardens with a gold -embossed copy of the 1984 Huron County Historical Atlas. Individual presenta- tions were made to past wardens Grant Stirling, Tom Cunningham and Paul Steckle. The present warden, • COOK'S BONSPIEL WINNERS — A rink skipped by Gerry Prout won the first draw in Saturday's curling bonspiel sponsored by Cook's Division of Gerbro. Above, Art Bell of Cook's presents prizes to Gerry Prout, Bill Dougall, Jon Mousseau and Jim Prout. T -A photo Forecast is revised Agriculture Canada has revised up- ward its forecast of Canadian farm in- come for 1986, in light of new informa- tion about the size of the 1985 grain harvest. An earlier forecast, released December 1Q at the Agricultural Outlook Conference, predicted that Canadian realized net farm income would rise by 1.6 percent in 1986. However, federal economists now believe the increase will be order of 8.6 percent, to ;4.05 billion. The seven-precentage-point in- crease over the December forecast BAND PLAYS ON Local Band U.I.C., just out of the studio, are set to add moving pictures to the single Strange Sin from their soon to be released E.P. "Our Garage". They will be shooting the video Saturday, February 22 at Lee's Palace, 529 Bloor West, Toronto. Producer Taylor Moore hopes to capture on film the energy of U.I.C.'s live show, including the wild stage an- tics of wandering lead singer Dave Robinson. Appearing with U.I.C. are two London bands, Nosmo King Jr. ( psychedelic 'soul) and The Neurotics (rock 'n roll). It promises to be an entertaining evening. —BRANDY POINT FARMS CENTRED AROUND ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION • Our breeding stock provides our buyers with proven genetics from the top 3% animals tested across Canada. • Our program enables us to offer quality and health ata price that is hard to beat • We have an ongoing supply of A.I. sired *Ramp/Ouroc, York/londroce boars & F1 York/londroce gilts • Our closed herd is ranked "Good" by the OMAF standar* of Herd Health Classification. Como and take a look at our stock anyttm.t D.Ilvary avallabl. KURT KELLER R.R. 1, Mitchell, Ont. 519-348-8043 4 reflects the fact that, in spite of the western drought, Canadian grain pro- duction was considerably higher than was estimated in September, when early snow coverd part of the crop. In fact, total Canadian grain production for 1985 was about 13 per- cent higher than the previous year. Normally, data on the size of the Canadian crop area available by mid- November. However, the information was delayed because of the drought, the late harvest and poor harvesting conditions. The revised estimates take into account the resulting lower grades of some of the grain and the expected market access situation. The higher production will increase grain inventories for 1985 and should result in increased marketings in 1986. This should raise 1986 total farm cash receipts to 819.8 billion from the earlier forecast of $19.5 billion, and 1986 realized net income from the December forecast of $3.79 billion to ;4.05 billion. There was no change in the estimate for 1986 farm expenses and depreciation, at ;16 billion. The main impact of the revised grain production figures is on the in- come forecasts for the Prairie pro- vinces. The declines in 1986 realized net farm income are now less severe than earlier forecast for Saskat- chewan (down 17.4 percent rather than 33.9 percent), and Alberta (down 10.9 percent rather than 20.9 percent). The predicted increase in 1986 realiz- ed net income for Manitoba is now substantially higher (up 29.7 percent rather than 7.2 percent). Leona Armstrong, accepted a copy of the atlas on behalf of the county with the county's name embossed on the cover. STUDY WILDLIFE 4-H Conservation Clubs will be com- pleting a Wildlife Management Pro- ject this year. The aim of the project ` is to develop, in young people, ar understanding of the value of On- tario's wildlife resources on the farm. The members will learn how to identify common plant and wildlife species. The wildlife management' principles will be considered. The members will plan and implement of fective wildlife management techni ques on the farm. It is hoped that young people will develop responsible attitudes and values toward the pro per management of Ontario's natural resources. Anyone interested in leading thui 4-H club or young people interested ill this topic should contact Richa Hamilton at 482-3428 or 1-800-265-51W (for long distance). Richard Hamiltrin Rural Organization Specalist 1 RECEIVE GRANT A community planning grant ;of, $3,630 has been awarded to Hurler! County on behalf of the village of Hon sall, Minister of Agriculture and oo Jack Riddell, MPP lfuron-Middle announced today. Speaking on behalf of Municipa fairs Minister Bernard Grandma Mr. Riddell said the grant will bE ed to prepare an update of the se dary plan for the village. 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