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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1987-11-11, Page 23PLAQUE UNVEILED- The St. Boniface School choir watch from behind as the new plaque commemorating the new extension to their school is unveiled before an audience of parents. Principal Dave Sharpe (left) and Howard Lee from C.A. Vcntin architect ltd. stand beside the new plaquewith William Eckert, director of education, Huron -Perth R.C.S.S. Board. Boniface opening St. Boniface Separate School has not only renewed its interior to ac- commodate additional students and programs, but has renewed its com- mitrfient to the idea of Catholic education. according to principal Dave Sharpe at the official opening and blessing of the school's extension Thursday evening. "It was very hard for me to accept the closing of the St. Joseph school," said David Durand, chairman of the Huron -Perth Separate School Board, but he praised the addition to St. Boniface as a step in the right direc- tion for improving facilities for separate school students. "I1 can't just help but benefit physically and educationally what we have done so far." The new extension houses new of- fice space, a new kindergarten classroom, and better facilities overall, such as new changing rooms for the gymnasium for the greater number of students the school serves since the Ecole Ste. Marie school in. St. Joseph closed and the flay, Hen- sall, Zurich, and Hay -Stanley atten- dance areas were amalgamated. Dennis Kinchlea, regional director for the Ministry of Education; offered his congratulations to the Huron - Perth board for its perseverance in pushing ahead with the St. Boniface extension in these times of financial restraint. "Money is very short in the province for capital projects", he said. Due to parliament in session, neither Jack Riddell nor Murray Car- diff could be present at the ceremony, but William Eckert, director of educa- tion for the Huron -Perth separate school board put the addition to St. Boniface in a historical perspective by tracing the history of catholic education in the area from its begin- nings on the shore of Lake Huron at St. Joseph in the 1850's. "This new facility will house new and improved programs for the students", said Eckert of expanded computer science and French language studies. He emphasized that it is not the larger school itself that is important, but what it allows the staff and students to do in terms of improv- ing the quality of education at St. Boniface. Dean Sharp, of the Huron -Perth deanery performed the official bless- ing of the school with Rev. Mooney saying opening and closing prayers. Times -Advocate, November 1 1, 1987 Page 7A Consider pay equity plan Councillor Ken Fenwick was absent when Zurich councillors met for their regular November meeting. Three tenders for furance oil were opened. The contract was awarded to Hensall and District Co-operative, who submitted the lowest bid of 21.9t per litre. Quotes from four agents for group insurance are still being reviewed. After considerable discussion, councillors decided to Allow AMO (the Association of Municipalities of Ontario) to develop a pay equity plan for Zurich. AMO has offered to draw up the job classifications, which must he prepared within two years after the legislation is proclaimed, at a cost of $2,000 for municipalities such as Zurich with five or fewer employees. The council could have opted to do the job themselves, or paid to have it done CERTIFICATE PRESENTATION- Hay Council congratulates road superintendent Ross Fisher on passing the Ontario Good Roads Association equipment maintennance course with a mark of 92 percent. From left are councillors Don Weigan, and Gerald Shantz, road superintendent Ross Fisher, deputy -reeve Claire Dcichert, reeve Lionel Wilder, and councillor Murray Keys. Muyticth Mrs. Carmel Sweeney Phone: 236.4702 Bazaar, dance on Saturday Dont' forget about the Bean Sprouts Bake Sale at the Town hall on Satur- day November 14 and the K. of C. dance at the Zurich arena on November 14 at 9 p.m. Bowling party Costume winners from the recent Halloween howling party held at the Town and Country Lanes were San- dra Dickert for the best dressed (as Daffy Duck ); the funniest costume was won by Tom Masse from Red- ford, Michigan (as a granny), and the most creative was (an outhouse special ) by Kristin Darling from Mt. Carmel. Bluewater Auxiliary November 3 the ladies auxiliary held their monthly meeting at the home. With the many residents they enjoyed an interesting program in the auditorium. The guest speaker was Rose -Mary Ferguson from "Ferguson Apiaries" RR 2 flensall who told us all about how they make honey. Some slides, were also shown of their busy operation which is now in its 20th year. We also enjoyed a musical program from several girls and a delicious lunch of homemade tarts. Twenty-five members answered the roll call. Six birthday cards were sent out in October. President Mary - Lou Erb has ordered seven new Christmas table centre pieces for the tables in the auditorium and had the dining room ones redone ready for the tea on Saturday. Some ladies were asked to help serve at the annual Christmas dinner at the home for the residents and their families on Sunday November 29. BW Penny Sale The winners of the Penny Sale at the Bluewater Rest Home Bazaar and Bake Sale are as follows: 1. Christmas Three Kings hanging - Ann Watson, Zurich; 2. Satin Cushion - Mabel Riley, Zurich; 3. Red Knitted hat and mitt set - Belle Merner, Zurich; 4. Christmas Wrappings and Bows - AnnieFinkbeiner, Zurich; 5. Knitted Baby set - Blanche Bechard, Zurich; 6. Canister set - Annie Fink- beiner,'Lurich; 7. Centre piece - Rose Regier, Zurich; 8. Christmas Centre piece - Cecilia Farewell, Zurich; 9. Framed Picture - Carol Smith, Ailsa Craig; 10. Cosmetic Bag - Maria Mathonia, Zurich; 11. Pink Knitted Hat and Mitt set - Maria Mathonia, Zurich; Cake Draw - Lucille Jantzi, New Hamburg, Ont.; Baby Quilts - 1st prize winner - Elizabeth Grangle. Zurich, 2nd prize winner - Mary Ducharme, Zurich. Baseball Members of this summer's baseball r • sr .111 V:4•P$INV!'llp TEMPTING TREATS- The annual fall bazaar and bake sale was held at the Blue Water Rest Home on Saturday. Showing off this year's goodies are Anne Flaxbard (left), the,convenor of the baked goods table, and Connie Lewis. The goods and crafts were donated by the ladies' auxilliary of the Rest Home and the public. All funds raised go toward the residents' activities. teams and their wives or girl -friends enjoyed a delicious supper at the Dominion Tavern last Saturday at their end -of -the -season get-together Personals The neighbours of Irene Clausius along with some friends and relatives gave her a surprise farewell party at her home. Irene wishes to thank all of you for a beautiful evening and gifts she will always remember. She has now moved into her apartment in Exeter. Percy and Marie Bedard Sr. celebrated their golden wedding an- niversary on Saturday, November 7. The day began with Mass for their intentions at St. Boniface Church by Father Mooney which was followed by a delicious dinner and dance in Hensall at the Community Centre. It was well attended by their family and friends. The Bedard's actual anniver- sary date is on November 15. Mrs. Jean Bedard from Windsor spent from last Wednesday to Satur- day at the home of her daughter Carmel and Jerome Sweeney. Doug Masse spent last week in Las Vegas enjoying a nice rest and vaca- tion, he won from the trip of the month draw. Tickets are now available from any Chamber of Commerce member for next year's draws at $100 each. The grade 5-8 students at St. Boniface School had a "Punk Day" last Friday and wore all kinds of out- fits to resemble the hippie fad. Best wishes for a speedy recovery is extended to Mrs. Sadi Klopp who is a patient in St. Joseph's Hospital in London forco/,clen knnee operation and to C It is not often that we have geraniums still blooming in mid- November. However, we have not been hit with as much snow as some of the surrounding areas. Last Monday evening we began our series of movies for the winter months. On behalf of the residents and staff, 1 wish to extend our sincere sympathy to Miss Loretta Ayotte and her family in the loss of her father. Loretta is a faithful volunteer who delivers and returns the films to tht Huron County Library in Goderia each week. The regular monthly meeting of tie Ladies Auxiliary was held on Tway evening. The program consist(' of trombone selections by Cind) and Kerri Gingerich, Valerie Gityerich favoured with a piano solo, tfonica and Donna Gingerich and Peggy Gackstetter sang two num.erS ac- companied by the piano ad flute. Mrs. Rosemary Fergus gave a very interesting talk on bes and how honey is produced. She Iso showed slides of their bee hive and honey business. Cindy Gingetch played a few piano solos while,'esidenta--and visitors were being soled for lunch. Mr. Stephen Moine is a patient in University Hospitalnd Mrs. Lucin- da Keller is in SoutMt. Campus, Vic- toria Hospital, Logon. We wish the best for them, alsdo Mrs. Ruby Hog- garth who is in Sdth Huron Hospital, Exeter. We regret tle omission in last week's columnNhich should have in- cluded the names of Mr.Quimby Hess Pat Jeffery who is now home from the hospital. Mei, Mary -Ellen and Dwight Gingerich along with Bill and Betty Steckle recently spent an enjoyable weekend With their daughter, Darla and Dean Miller in Centerville, Michigan and while there attended an open house on Sunday afternoon with several friends and relatives goinf from that area, who were not able 0 make it to Zurich for the wedding n September. Mary Clausius spent last veek visiting with Shirley and Don Belard at their home in Mt. Clemens, Michigan while husband Harvey was away deer hunting. And the Iedarcjs brought Mary back home on 9turday and spent the weekend wilt her and visited with Mr. and Mrs.Clarence Geoffrey and Mr. and Mrs Lawrence Bedard. Blaise and Joyce Iucharme of Windsor spent the pat 10 days at their cottage near St. Joseph's. Guests with them w±re Veron and Nelson Papineau ant Dan and Cathy McPhee all of Witdsor, spent the weekend with the ►ucharmes. Last Saturday irban Pfile, Laird Jacobe. Glen, pinna and Lylyan Greb all attendtd the funeral of a sister-in-law ani aunt, Mrs. Edith Love held in Exeter. A very inspiing 40 hours devotion was made bythe parishioners of St. Boniface fry Sunday evening to Tuesday, ith the assistance of Father Ter Colleton from Toronto who eveyne liked very much. He preachedfor the special service. and Mrs. Myrtle Thompson, Tenticula,C.A., niece of Mrs. Marie Heg, who were also donors of the thee walkers in Mrs. Hess' memory, aing with Dr. Fred Hess and Mr. Dul Hess as mentioned last week. Bingo was played on Friday even - ng followed by refreshments. We had a large attendance at our very suc- cessful bazaar andbake sale which was held on Saturday afternoon. .Perhaps the success was partially due to the lovely weather we enjoyed, but more likely to the dedication of all the ladies in the surrounding areas. Thank you very much for your support. At this time 1 do not have a list of all people who were winners in the various draw. Perhaps it will appear elsewhere in the paper. Rev. Clayton Kuepfer conducted the Sunday evening chapel service. Best Seller Novels Times - Advocate kvie 424 Main St. Exeter - by a private consultant, which could prove to be quite costly. Councillor Ray McKinnon voted af- firmatively, with some misgivings. tie feels AM() can do the job more cheaply than the village could, but • believes the equal pay for equal work legislation is in for some storms ahead, and will be amended before it becomes law. Dennis Kegler, who acts as bylaw enforcement officer as well as works superintendent, will be asked to en- force zoning bylaw 411A which states that no goods -can be stored on premises. A resident can not keep dismantled -cars on his property. Councillor Paul Morrision attended both the task force meeting on recrea- tion, and the introduction to the one- stop access program beginning in Huron County. Morrision reported that only Seaforth, Zurich, Hensall and Stephen townships were represented at the former. Seaforth has decided to in- crease ice rental by np more than 5 percent for the 1988-89 season. Ice time charges ranged from $51 to $55, with Zurich being in the highest category. Seaforth provides a 25 per- cent rebate to its resident users, while Hensall is gradaully elirninating all rebates. Morrison was impressed with the one -top access concept whereby anyone in Huron who needs assistance of any kind, whether a drive to hospitdl, meals on wheels, or help with housework, has to make on- ly one phone call to a coordinator. That person in turn will contact the appropriate people in the caller's own community. Zurich has received permission from Hay township to pile snow on the township's lot in Zurich. Hegier was authorized to lease a truck to help with snow removal this winter. Regier also provided the requested information on sidwalks as requested by Reeve Bob Fisher, who plans to in- vestigate the possibility of obtaining a PRIDE grant to help pay for replacement. Regier said approx- imately 4.660 feet of sidewalk should be replaced. and :3.718 of that has a high priority. One contractor Regier contacted would/ charge the equivalent of $1,3 per linear foot to remove the old pavement. install new cement. clean up and sod the sides Fisher said the present council must be realistic, and can not commit a new council to a major expenditure. Fisher asked :Councillor Herb Turkheim to meet with PUC manager Charles Eccles. to investigate two complaints about poor street lighting in certain sections of the village. Council ended the public session by convening a committee of the whole to approve an OHM' loan, and to write off $99.85 in taxes because of change of assessment on certain properties. taRTS 4111.1. neoi ACCOUNTANT -PUBLIC L orri omuf_h aylor Chartered Accountants P.O. Box 1690, 497 Main Street,. EXETER, Ontario NOM 150 (519) 235-0101 WARD MALLETTE Chartered Accountants 476 Main Street St. S., Exeter, Ontario Resident Partner: John S. McNeilly, C.A. 235-0120 519-235-0345 KIME, DITCHFIELD, MILLS 6 DUNLOP CHARTRED ACCOUNTANTS GERALD W. MILLS, C.A. 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