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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1989-03-22, Page 32cover the costs of operating a vehi- cle now that he has given up chas- ing strays on foot. Council responded to Goderich's resolution to oppose the ministry of defense's purchase of nuclear submarines, even though some councillors expected the purchase would take place anyway. "The more of us who sign some- thing like this means they might take notice of it," said councillor l Peter Groot. Council supported the resolution that cites nuclear submarines as not preventing nuclear war nor protect- ing Canada in event of nuclear war. Hensall council will recognize April 10-15 as Local Government Week and will drawup a program to encourage participation of school children. The province has sug- gested councils make students aware of the jobs and responsibili- ties of council and municipal staff, the fire department and the school board. Council did not express much en- thusiasm about setting up a com- mittee to plan the week's activities, but Phair said this was the only al- ternative council had to prepare a program in less than a month. "It's either this or we forget about it," said Pharr. Reaburn agreed and volunteered for the committee and Pepper joined as the second representative. Page 32 Times -Advocate, March 22, 1989 upper show - Marion Doucette was at the Zurich library .Thurs- day afternoon to bring a puppet show performance to 66 children enjoying their March break. While there wasn't much room left -to breathe in the library, the show was thoroughly appreciated by the audience. Dramn upgrade ke to industrialland HENSALL - Village council are awaiting a report on the proposed d f h h p years, 1 upgrade of the Vcrlinde Municipal Drain, a project which is intended to . make surrounding real estate suitable for future industrial devel- opment. A letter from civil engineers W.J. Bartlett and Associates points out the village has several options open for funding the project, the cost of which has been estimated at $54,000, 75 percent of which would be assessed to Hensall. Councillor Cecil Pepper estimat- ed that if the drain were to be -closed in, the cost would be over $200,000. While the project has been under consideration for � the past three years and included in the -municipal b u gel or t e t e ast two clerk -treasurer Luanne Phair noted no revenue. was presently available because the funds were returned to. the general revenues when it was delayed. "There's no reserve for it," said Phair. Council. decided to meet with -both engineering firms Burns Ross and W.J. Bartlett to discuss the drain upgrade as soon as possible. Phair also informed council about: a legal matter brought up by a Lon- don legal firm concerning a parcel of property west of Wellington street. The firm, researching the sale of Gcrbro (Cook's) to Parrish and Heimbecker, has discovered some of the company's buildings GoldenGlimpses ZURICH - Last Monday morn- ing, some of the Residents,went to the Zurich Bowling Lanes and tried their luck at bowling. 11 was fun time and a first for some. Monday evening the Christian Reformed Choir pleased an audicncc with their message, in song. The March birthday party was held on Tuesday evening hosted by the Ladies of Dashwood United Church. The 4-11 Girls were present and gave a talk on their prize calf. Maida Gaiser recited a poem and a quartette consisting of Harry Hoff- man, Stanley Haist, Shirley Tic - man and Gertrude McCrae pleased the audience with their numbers. All Ontario Financial Consultants Ltd. "THE MORTGAGE PEOPLE" We arrange and buy mortgages 1st, 2nd and 3rd Residential, Commercial, Vacation and farm When your banker says NO • Call Us Local 238-2081 Office (519) 743-5361 Lydia C. Martin Home (519) 745-7866 Harry Hoffman and his sister, Mrs. McCrac also favoured with a duet and Mrs. Hendrick read a poem which was all thoroughly enjoyed. Residents having birthdays and re- ceiving gifts, courtesy of the Ladies Auxiliary were: Elizabeth Ginge- rich, Emilie Miller, John Soldan and Milton Oesch. We welcome Jean Campbell to the Home. She was formerly of Bayfield. Residents and staff enjoyed a taste of Hawaii . when Elaine Merner's daughter, Debbie, returned home bringing some pineapple for all to cn joy. Thursday evening Catherine Shantz and Patti Regier helped the Residents enjoy a St. Patrick's Day party. Friday morning, the sing time followed through on the St. Patrick's theme by singing Irish songs. Friday evening, bingo was played with feature prizes of some large chocolate Easter bunnies. The first prize was won by Violet Dunn, sec- ond by Fergus Turnbull and third went to Edwin Martens. Rev. Richard Hawley of Exeter United Church conducted the Sun- day evening chapel service. TAXATION SERVICES PAUL W. PERCIVAL, C.A. 150 Richmond St. Lucan Ontario 227-1270 rest on a parcel of land that used to be part of Richmond Street and has • apparently- never been officially closed. Works superintendent John Bak- er recalled the 1964 decision and suggested council was never asked to close the short, dead-end section of road. "At that particular time it was Wellington Street they were trying to get closed. I don't know where this Richmond Street idea came from," said Baker, noting the com- pany had wanted to build on Well- ington's road allowance. Baker said he thought the approval was never granted. The matter has been referred to Hensall's lawyers for examination. Hensall dog catcher David Groot' is not happy with being called by ratepayers after 11 o'clock at night after he received a 12:30 p.m. phone call about a dog captured in someone's garage. "I'm not sure I like that ap- proach,"said Reaburn, who won- dered who would be liable for inju- ry. inflicted on a dog that was not picked up by the animal control officer after hours. "Fortunately, it doesn't happen very often," observed reeve Jim Robinson after council could not suggest a policy on the matter. Groot is also charging $10 a month on top of his $50 retainer to Brownies enjoy Camp Kirkton By Carmel Sweeney ZURICH - During the March Break, the Zurich Brownies (26 in all) along with seven moms and leader, Debbie Overholt went to Camp Kirkton, last Wednesday and Thursday where they enjoyed crafts, games and songs. The Brownies still hold regular" weekly meetings at St. Boniface School gym Tuesday evenings. Bingo Bingo winners at the arena last. week: The treasure chest worth $198 was split between Rose Erb, Zurich and Mickie Struyke of Dashwood. 'The Mystery prizes worth $113 each went to Candace Elliott of Varna and Estralla Ed- wards of Exeter. Jennifer Bissaillion, visiting in the area from Blind River, won the $1000 jackpot. C.W.L. A St. Boniface C.W.L. meeting was held on Tuesday evening with Deb Campbell demonstrating. mi- crowave cooking. Anyone interested in going to a C.W.L. Deanery "Day of Reflec- tion" in St. Columban on Wednes- day, April 5 are to contact their president by April 3. Cost is $3.50 per person. The bus leaves Zurich at 8:30 a.m. Auxiliary The Auxiliary held their monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 7. President Gladys Gingerich opened the meeting following a de- licious St. Patrick's theme dessert. Plans were made for the upcom- ing Mother's Day Tea at the Home on Saturday, May 13. There will be something different this time as various people will be displaying and selling homemade crafts. Golden Agers Plans are well underway for the upcoming Senior Games in June. The Spring Rally will be held April 13 at 10 a.m. at the Seaforth Le- gion hall. Mary Jacobe showed a film trav- elogue of her 1984 trip to England, Scotland and France which proved very interesting. Personals May we offer our sincere sympa- thy to the family and relatives of the late Alfred Meidinger who passed away last Thursday. We also offer our sincere sympa- thy to family and relatives of the late Teles Denomme who passed away in Paincourt. Several from the Zurich area attended his funeral on Monday. Rev. and Mrs. Clayton Keupfer returned home on the weekend after spending two weeks in Florida where the preached at the camp- grounds in Sunny Breeze Harbor at Arcadia, Honda. Tony and Marlene Bedard enjoyed a few days in Las Vegas last week. Lionel and Bernadette Cyr also, enjoyed a lovely week's holiday in Las Vegas. A lovely farewell dinner party was held at the Dominion Tavern recently in honor of Charlie Eckel and his wife Bernice who are soon moving to Palmerston. John Morris and Lillian LaPorte spent the March Break (school hol- idays) in Windsor visiting with friends. Dan Meidinger Accounting & Financial .Services Authorized agent for most trust companies Income Tax Returns Prepared Contact me today 235-0763 Dr. O'Connor and Dr. Englert Are pleased to announce that Dr. Mark Tomen will be joining their practice on March 27, 1989 at the Grand Bend Medical Centre 238-2362 and the Hensall Medical Centre 262-3140 By appointment CONTINUING EDUCATION Confused? by the prospect of filing your 1988 Income Tax form Attend Centralia College's two part seminar and learn how to successfully complete your own in- come tax form. Course includes; * actual example exercises * emphasis on the differences between the 1987 and 1988.forms * question and answer session Taught by: * Alison Lobb, business instructor, CCAT * John McNeilly, C.A., Exeter (29d part only) 2 evenings, March 27 and March 29 (7:30 - 10:00 p.m.) Middlesex Hall, Centralia College Fee; $20.00 For more information or to register, Contact Ministry of Agriculture and Food ONTARIO Jack Riddell Minister CENTRALIA COLLEGE Huron Park, Ontario NOM 1Y0 (519) 228-6691 Ext. 245 301 MAIN ST. F#8.5E Hycie EXETER NOM 1S0 MegAqtIIhhA Houghton 235-1520 SREeQQcte (� -`,, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT,_,,,-„_ .�-------�".. _. �..,.�.., . tttlitt & V c d.P,o- THE SEL d �.'.•• ..Y_ ' 1 .r i LONDON ONTARIO N6A 5C7. I FAX (519) 872-5562 ' J. Robert Benner, B. Comm.. IL.B. e-orounce the relocation of his prac- tice effective March 20, 1989, to spacious new of- fices at: J. Robert Benner Barrister and Solicitor 200 Main. 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