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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1986-03-19, Page 16age 4A TIms•Advo tato, March 19, 1966 . Delegation asks council help to control high water bills Grand Bend council received a delegation from Paul Stephens, Camlacbie, president of the St. Clair River and Lake Huron coalition, at its Monday night regular meeting. Stephens approached council for their support to help control the high water levels in not only Lake Huron, but the middle Great Lakes. He told council that the Lambton Chapter of St. Clair, were obtaining the en- dorsements of numerous local municipalities to deal with the senior governments to take action to relieve these water levels. He said that Lake Superior and Ontario now have a con- trol on them. What he hoped to obtain was the same Control for the Lakes Erie, Huron and Michigan. Councillor Barb Southcott asked Stephens what the people in Grand Bend could do to help? He explained that local people especially lake front owners could join their coalition. A special meeting to explain the whole mandate will be held on April 6 at 2 p.m. at St. Michael's Separate School in Camlachie. • The enthusiastic president told council that he will be contacting peo- ple in the Goderich area in the near future as well. This executive of the Lambton coalition has made representation to the Sarnia City Council, Sid Fraleigh, MP, David Smith MPP, and Plymton Township to name a few. Stephens reminded council that this group was a non- profit organization who share con- cerns about the millions of dollars in damage because of uncontrolled levels of water in the Great Lakes Basin. Council decided that one of their members would attend this important meeting on April 6th. In other business council decided to answer by letter a complaint receiv- ed about a local car dealership being open on Sunday. After the local O.P.P. received this same complaint and visited Grand BendR , it was learned from the e. Harold Green, that a by-law was passed and has been in effect since 1976. This by- law states that Grand Bend is a tourist resort and all businesses are allowed to stay open seven days a week. Following council's suggestion earlier, to have all members' reports in writing, Southcott presented her report typed in orderly fashion for the third consecutive meeting. Council approved the sign permit at 12 On- tario Street, For Goodness Sake, and charged the $10. fee, with Southcott to do the collecting. Barb felt that the ;10, fee was unnecessary as the new sign was an addition to the existing sign. "We have to set a precedence here" said Councillor Marsha Lemon "or everyone would be adding another sign to old (Ines." Deputy -reeve Dennis Snider sug- geted that council send a letter of pro- test to the Ausable-Bayfield Conser- vation Authority. The authority charged Grand' Bend $4,082.87 for their levy, which is due by April 30th, 1986, an increase of 10 percent. All members felt that the increase was unfair. A motion was passed after some discussion to conduct the paving of village streets in the .Springtime rather than in the fall this year. It was felt that the village could save money on the price of oil if it dropped by fall. Snider spoke up declaring. that the village was there to repair streets not to make money! Clerk Dianne Mallard, secretary Christine Smith, Snider, Lemon and Councillor Bruce Woodley decided to attend the Lambton County Municipal Association meeting on April .10. The association past -president, Jim Dalton will also be invited so council can arrange tickets by the March 27 concU passed a motion for anew' policy on the Use of the municipal chambers. It was decided that only non-profit organizations, and any Village clubs would be allowed use of the hall not profit groups. Council will hold their next meeting on Monday, April 7 at 7 p.m. News from resort churches •- *V }s w e t ,. / I, .- .1 1 . ii. • CINDERELLA CELEBRATES — Anne -Marie K. held her second birth- day party on 81 Crecent in Grand Bend, Wednesday in style. Regular patrons were offered free coffee and cake that Cinderella is holding here. The unique cafe was filled all morning. THE LAMBTON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 1411111r NOTICE Kindergarten Registration Parents of.children who were born in 1981 should con- tact their nearest elementary school as soon as possi- ble. Registration for Kindergarten and The Early Iden- tification procedures will begin shortly. Registration will be completed by April 25. The quality of your child's introduction to school depends, in part, on the planning which complete registration makes possible. "Lambton County Public Education - in the tradition of yesterday, - in touch with today, - in trust for tomorrow!" Mr. K. Gray, Dr. A.R. Wells' Chairman Director. J Rollie's '86 Fishing Show Easter Weekend March 28 & 29 Come "catch" the newest in all fishing gear including demonstrations and videos on the use of graphs and downrig- ging equipment. This indoor outdoor show will feature: * Representatives Barry Nash and Doug Fluher from Cannon Downriggers and Humminbird Graphs of the famous boats "Salmon Stacker" and "Blue Goose" • Burkley Pro Bass fisherman Colin Stass, .0 member of the "Burkley team" •Omni Pro Bass fisherman Deryk Thomson, a member of the "Omni Team" For all your angling needs, plan to attend! • Td» to the pros about • Boots by Warner Auto Marine the latest techniques * Free refreshments • Mon show s • ecials • Door • rhes ROLLIE'S CYCLE & SPORTS The United Church Women's After- noon Unit met Thursday in the Sun- day School rooms of the Church. Doris Peebles gave the opening wor- ship on an Easter theme, the last week of Jesus' life and Resurrection. Scripture readings were from Mark and Luke, and all repeated in unison, "There is a Green Hill Far Away". Beaulah Holt spoke to the group about the World Outreach program, and asked the ladies what it meant to them. She explained what World Outreach does in many different countries. In Canada it helps Native Indians and refugees from other countries. The roll call was answered by 21 ladies having to look up the quote "no man having put his hand to the plow and looking back... in a variety of Bibles. President Loreen Gill presided for the business. The UCW annual Thank - Offering Sunday will be held March 2.5 at the Greenway United Church at 8 p.m., with Mrs. Joyce Pickering as guest speaker. This is the 50th anniversary of the or/Wilton of wbmen ministers in Canada. Letters were read from the Leprosy Mission and Rev. and Mrs. Rob Witmer of Japan. It was decided that the UCW would cater two summer meals for the. busloads of tourists attending the Huron Country Playhouse. Loreen Gill closed the meeting with the poem, "Crocus". The lunch hostesses were Iva Latta, Beaulah Holt and Iva Prance. United Church news Six new members were received by transfer into the church fellowship of the Grand Bend United Church, Sun- day: Mr. and Mrs. Roy Louch from Melville, Dr. and Mrs. Mark Raithly and daughter Laura, of Goderich, and Mrs. Doris Pearson from London. The scriptures were taken from Matthew 26 and 1 Corinthians 11, read by Don Kobe. The choir sang two beautiful numbers "Ten Thousand Angels" with Susan McKay as soloist, and "Lonesome Valley" with' Elizabeth Adams as a soloist. Rev. Peebles spokeon the subject' "Who May Partake of Communion?" He pointed out that the Apostles who sat around the table with Jesus had the same weaknesses that we have. As Christ forgave them for their mistakes and sins, so He forgives us. We are never worthy on our own merits to partake of communion but through the sacrifice of God's presence. The pastor encouraged everyone to follow the admonition of the Scrip- tures, to let a person examine themselves, before partaking, to ask for God's forgiveness and cleansing. Catholic Church news This was the fifth Sunday of Lent in the Liturgical calendar, with pastor Father Morrissey as celebrant at all . weekend Masses. In the gospel Christ forgave the woman who had been caught in adultry. We must remember that we too are sinners, not to stand in judgement upon others. We must not let the guilt of our own misdeeds cast a cloud of regret and self recrimination over our lives that interferes with our spiritual growth. Remember and repent, accept our own sinfulness and moreover, open to God's grace. ' Wednesday, March 19 is the feast day of St. Joseph, with a special Mass at 7:15 p.m. to honor the patron of the Universal Chyrch. Next Sunday is Palm Sunday, beginning the rites of Holy Week. Please take advantage of the extra masses and devotions available dur- ing this Lenten season, during these . last two weeks. Easter eggs, handmade by two ladies of the parish, are now available at the back of the church, at $2.00 each. The money raised will go toward the purchase of musical in- struments for the choir. The CWL will be hosting a Day of Recollection Wednesday, March 19, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with other parishes invited, something really special for Lent. Also remember the Bishop's Mass of Chrisma March 24, at St. Peter's Cathedral in London. All the priests of the Diocese will be there, and the laity has been invited to attend, so be there be 6:45 p.m. if you wish to get , in for the Mass to start at 7:30 p.m. Best Interest COMPUTER COURSE — Over 90 adults have been registered at the Grand Bend P.S. library to take the latest computer courses from teacher Chris Kinsman, cen'ar, from Sarnia. Student George Harris, Grand Bend's trustee, on the left, and Gino Fischer, on the right 1..;k to Kinsman *bout the new software. 1 Select delegates Orpha Club, 4•N group meet The Orpha Club had their .first meeting of the year on March 10, at the home of Aima Prance with nine ladies present. They began with a social time, with Alma Prance and Iva Latta serving sandwiches and tea. Irene Kennedy opened the meeting with a reading, "The Secret Signs of Spring". Two letters of thanks were read from the Sarnia Children's Aid, for the Christmas donations. It was agreed to send Easter cards to all former ORPHA club members, to Fern Love at the Blue Water Rest Home, and to Mildred MacClaren up at Barrie. Alma Prance was chosen to send flowers to Greda Luther who has beep in hospital recently._ Irene Kennedy thanked the hostess and closed the meeting with prayer. The next meeting will be April 7 at the home of Beulah Holt. (band Bend 4-11 club meets At meeting nticpber 3 the girls pick- ed a name for their club, "T1l ?r perettes," for this section or ti; quette. President Lee Ann Jennison recited the 4-H pledge and secretary Christie Vandongen read the minutes. Mrs. Boyd, one of the leaders, discussed the proper use of utensils and how to eat raw fruits and other potentially messy foods, like spaghet- ti, in public. Mrs. Gilt talked about proper behaviour at formal ban - quests, in receiving lines and•making toasts to the Queen. The girls practiced introducing and thanking guests as speakers at a meeting, then leader Julie Browne discussed dinner reservations, tipp- ing, and menus, and quizzed the girls on French terms often . found on menus. At meeting four, leader Mrs. Gill talked about being a delegate'at a 4-H club convention, and the girls drew names to select delegates to the Royal York in Toronto, discussing what they would wear and how they should act for such an oc•asion. Julia Browne demonstrated how to properly, pack a suitcase, and gave the girls some guidelines on tipping eervtce people, like maids. Mrs. Gill discussed with the girls how to be a good house guest, thank you notes and gifts. The girls' home acuvuy is to plan attending a conven- tion, figuring the rates and schedules of trains, taxis or buses. The meeting was adjourned. Press reporter is Jac- queline Vandenberk. Legion news There were 20 participants out for dart games at the Legion Tuesday evening. Bob Voisin and Lori Hamilton won the first prize, with JackO'Connorand Vilda Clark taking second. Tom Carter won the door prize. Wednesday there will be a social darts game with Southcott Pines members as guests. The actiod,will be starting around 8:30 p.m. so Plan to be there early for some challenging action. Spring is in the air, so let's see a good crowd out March 22 for a Legion Meat Draw, which will be held every Saturday now, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. A special added attraction on March 22 will be a "ham shoot" beginning at 5 p.m. and.a "Games Night" starting ,at 7 p.m. Everyone Is welcome to at- tend, and there will be plenty of foodt for sale, so come in the afternoon and` make a day of it! Image Cleaners is proud to introduce Uniform Rental and on -premises commercial laundry are two new additions to our long list of garment care services. 10�! •/� , •Guaranteed Investment Certificates • subject to change 6alser•Kieale GRAND BEND 238-2418 Insurance Brokers Inc. Exeter Grand sand 235-2420 236-6464 Himsall God..lch 462.9747 262-2119 544-4118 VISIT US AT OUR GRAND BEND LOCATION. SAT. MARCH 22 FOR THE OPENING OF OUR RENOVATED FACILITIES. While at our Grand Bend location ask about our preferred customer ser- vice. It's a great idea and you leave all the work to us. (Convenient and easy) A $9.99 value for only 86.99 Exeter & Grand Bend Locations DRY CLEANING SPECIALS An added attraction March 22nd Is the Grand Opening of "Uniquely You" at our Grand Bend location. See another ad in the paper for details. One day only - Sat., March 22 Sweaters 994.a. Bring as many as you want 4 1