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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1994-05-11, Page 5Back in E Time from the archives of the Times - Advocate iii rteYews Allo May 9, 1984 - A roadblock set up by the Ontario government has forced a German couple to consider establishing their busi- ness in Alberta rather than Exet- er. Despite their keen enthu- siasm to locate in Exeter, Udo and Brigitte Wollkopf will prob- ably start their full-time service dental laboratory in the western province. It has been learned that persons starting in that pro- fession must be residents of On- tario for four years. Using formal election proce- dures for the first time, Susan Birmingham was elected presi- dent of the South Huron District High School's Student Council. Vice-presidents are Liam Bren- nan and Joe Martens. Special honours went this week to Brialin Kennels of Lu - can operated by Howard and Ei- leen Currie. Captain, was the top winning Keeshond for 1983 winning 28 Best of Breed rib- bons in 32 shows. 25yVears Ago May 8, 1969 - Early Sunday morning, the Crediton United Church was completely de- suoyed by a mysterious blaze. The building destroyed was con- structed late in 1922 after the previous structure was levelled in a similar disaster on New Year's morning of the same year. Meeting with Exeter council this week, an official of Union Gas predicted natural gas would be available in Exeter by early September of this year. It will cost Huron county tax- payers over $9 million to have their children educated this year. This figure will finance opera- tion of all high and elementary schools and for schools for re- trainable handicapped children. As the result of a study which showed most drivers going through Hensall were speeding, the limit on Highway 4 through the village will go up to 40 miles per hour from the present 30 miles per hour. ,s. �x'aus4S 141 (11 4...L.. ..41 May 7, 1959 - Installation of new fluorescent lighting for Main street in Grand Bend was approved this week by council and the PUC was instructed to install 23 fluorescent fixtures to replace the present mercury va- pour lights. SO Yaws Aga May 9, 1944 - The Lakeview Casino at Grand Bend is this year celebrating its 25th anni- versary. A grand re -opening is scheduled for May 24 . Rev. Ernest Grigg has re- turned home after spending six weeks on a tour of the state of Michigan speaking on Evangel- ism and Missions. Reeve Benson Tuckey and Mrs. Tuckey were in Toronto this week atttending a meeting of mayors, reeves and wardens for the purpose of discussing post war planning and develop- ment. 95 Yeses Aso - At a trustee meeting of Exet- er's Main street Methodist Church it was decided unani- mously to cease renting pews in the church. The seats will now be free. Judging from the large audi- ence which assembled in the Crediton Town Hall Thursday evening, Uncle Tom's Cabin is still as popular as ever. A public meeting of the citi- zens of Exeter •was held in the town hall to hear the report of engineer Patterson with a view to the construction of a perma- nent road from the north to the south boundary. He recom- mended a concrete road at a cost of S37,000. INVESTMENTS GIC/RSP 'r t 1 Yr. - 6.40% 1 J 3 Yr. - 7.05% 5yt.- 7.60% egregate Funds 1YR. -16.19% 2YR. -11.72% 3YR. -10.31%1 IT'S YQUR BLJSINE S S Times -Advocate, May 11, 1994 Page 5 Early start recommended for students wanting summer employment EXETER - One sure sign sum- mer is on the way is the opening of the Canada Employment Centre for students. And although the employment picture doesn't look promising for the season there are still some jobs available. 'H'e expect the hiring trend to be the same as last year," said Sheila Dougall, Exeter's summer employ- ment officer. Shelia Dougall is running the Canada Employment Centre for students in Exeter this summer. Seasonal job opportunities are already on the boards for those looking for work, she says. Junior Achievement of Huron County CLINTON - For the past few months, a committed group of edu- cators, business and community leaders has been working behind the scenes to bring Junior Achieve- ment programs to the youth of Hu- ron County. Established in 1919, Junior Achievement is an international non-profit organization that is ded- icated to providing practical and hands-on business education pro- grams for youth. Junior Achievement work: with teachers to bring business people into the classroom and share their practical business and economic experience. It plants a seed in stu- dents' minds, which can grow into a lifetime of success fur many of them, and a better -prepared work- force. Junior Achievement of Huron County is being initiated by the Huron Community Futures Corpo- ration, with the support of Junior Achievement of London and Dis- trict. Youth programs promoting the concepts of business manage- ment, free enterprise and econom- ics are a critical component of the corporation's five-year mandate to revitalize the Huron County econ- omy through entrepreneurship and business development. A steering committee represent- ing community development groups, the Huron Board of Educa- tion and the local business commu- nity has been formed to oversee the local delivery of these programs. Community Futures is contribut- ing $5,000 to launch programs throughout Huron County, contin- gent upon matching dollars from community groups and the private sector. Over the next few weeks, businesses, industries and service clubs will be approached for their . support in getting Junior Achieve- ment up and running. The target date to begin programs in local schools in September 1994. The Junior Achievement Pro- gram is a wonderful opportunity to forge stronger partnerships be- tween our educational institutions and the local business community But more importantly, it helps en- sure a prosperous local economy by exposing our youth to a career option they may not have consid- ered. For more information on Junior Achievement of Huron County, contact Paul Nichol,. Community Futures Co-ordinator at the Huron Business Centre, 527-0305 or 1- 800-268-2590. She is one of three summer em- ployment officers in Huron County. Dougall said the flow of students into the office has been steady since it officially opened last Wednesday. She recommends students come into the office as soon as they can to fill out registration cards and check the job boards. "It's a good idea to come in earli- er. You will have a better chance then of finding something perma- nent," she said. The real rush for summer em- ployment usually begins at the end of May just before school lets out. Dougall also encourages employ- ees to register with the centre and hire a student. "That's the best way to contribute to the future of the community." Although Dougall is optimistic many employers will be looking for help in the coming weeks, she said many of the jobs will be part time or temporary. "Most jobs in this area are sea- sonal, such as farm help - especial- ly with stone picking," Dougall said. She said there are also a lot of odd jobs such as babysitting and yard work. Unfortunately for students, many 1 jobs that are traditionally available A Concrete Driveways A Concrete Foundations A Ready -mixed Concrete Delivered A Excavation A Lane Gravel L Crushed Stone A Free Estimates McCann Redi-Mix Inc. Dashwood 237-3647 Exeter 235-0338 ■ to them, have gone to unemployed adults. According to Statistics Canada, young people currently have the highest unemployment rate of any age group in the country. That's why employment booths and job readiness training work- shops are being promoted in high schools. "Students can get information on how to search for a job and where upcoming workshops will being held." Workshops on job readiness are also being taught to Grade 7 and 8 students. "Students are also welcome to drop by the employment centre to ask questions about anything from job searches to putting together a resume," Dougall said. "I hope to be able to help a lot of students this summer." A new spirit f ee o giving A national program to encourage giving and volunteering BUSINESS 1)11 1 11 1 1 111.5? \11) \ I.1 I'Rt 11t 1 I \I s! .k( ((11 \ O\Hum \\l\? ItI:III\I) I\ YOUR P.1)'11 \TS? FOR FREE CO\sCL1.\ 1 IO\ (:;11l PAUL J. PICKF,RING TRUSTEE IN BANKRUPTCY .1\D FINANCIAL CONSULTING J. Paul :Aitken, Jlanager 3 R.\TTIi\BURY ST. L. CLINTON (519) 482-1241 or TIMI Free 1-800.561-"451 Ilcad Offit e 1 11 \l;Ilcrina Start. 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Contest closes August 31, 1994 For complete details call.... 8111 Unlac efIN, Mechanical Grand Bend Ltd. 'ti _- 18 Ellber St. Grand Bend "'.sir 238-2883 She is one of three summer em- ployment officers in Huron County. Dougall said the flow of students into the office has been steady since it officially opened last Wednesday. She recommends students come into the office as soon as they can to fill out registration cards and check the job boards. "It's a good idea to come in earli- er. You will have a better chance then of finding something perma- nent," she said. The real rush for summer em- ployment usually begins at the end of May just before school lets out. Dougall also encourages employ- ees to register with the centre and hire a student. "That's the best way to contribute to the future of the community." Although Dougall is optimistic many employers will be looking for help in the coming weeks, she said many of the jobs will be part time or temporary. "Most jobs in this area are sea- sonal, such as farm help - especial- ly with stone picking," Dougall said. She said there are also a lot of odd jobs such as babysitting and yard work. Unfortunately for students, many 1 jobs that are traditionally available A Concrete Driveways A Concrete Foundations A Ready -mixed Concrete Delivered A Excavation A Lane Gravel L Crushed Stone A Free Estimates McCann Redi-Mix Inc. Dashwood 237-3647 Exeter 235-0338 ■ to them, have gone to unemployed adults. According to Statistics Canada, young people currently have the highest unemployment rate of any age group in the country. That's why employment booths and job readiness training work- shops are being promoted in high schools. "Students can get information on how to search for a job and where upcoming workshops will being held." Workshops on job readiness are also being taught to Grade 7 and 8 students. "Students are also welcome to drop by the employment centre to ask questions about anything from job searches to putting together a resume," Dougall said. "I hope to be able to help a lot of students this summer." A new spirit f ee o giving A national program to encourage giving and volunteering BUSINESS 1)11 1 11 1 1 111.5? \11) \ I.1 I'Rt 11t 1 I \I s! .k( ((11 \ O\Hum \\l\? ItI:III\I) I\ YOUR P.1)'11 \TS? FOR FREE CO\sCL1.\ 1 IO\ (:;11l PAUL J. PICKF,RING TRUSTEE IN BANKRUPTCY .1\D FINANCIAL CONSULTING J. Paul :Aitken, Jlanager 3 R.\TTIi\BURY ST. L. CLINTON (519) 482-1241 or TIMI Free 1-800.561-"451 Ilcad Offit e 1 11 \l;Ilcrina Start. Llmdon ('2-2•1'h Our Doub1eUp* & Skip-A-Paymenf" options make your mortgage easier to handle. Ask a Royal 3ank Mortgage Specialist to show you why. Reduce your mortgage costs with our New Double -Up option Give your monthly budget a break with our New Skip -A -Payment option • 6 months to 25 year terms • 5% down for first-time home buyers • Five -Year RateCapper"' Mortgage • Add -On Feature • 60 -Day Rate Guarantee (on fixed term mortgages) For full details just drop into any Royal Bank branch or call toll-free 1-800-668-9700. More Canadians choose Royal Bank for home mortgages. ROYAL BANK 226 Main Street South, Exeter 235-2111 "• Trod, mark of Refill Rana of C..ada • Roy., Rank of (irrda. Ikewrd ,rm of maria.