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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1996-10-02, Page 19Five jail terrns handed out In court EXETER - In Provincial Couto in Exeter on Sep- tember 24, Judge R.G.E. Hunter levied jail terms to five persons and issued a number of fines on a wide variety of charges. Fined for theft David Marquardt of Dashwood was fined $500 af- ter pleading guilty to a charge of theft which is al- leged to have occurred on July 20, 1996. A pickup truck driven by the accused was stopped by OPP Constable Kern as it was leaving Huron In- dustrial Park with a load of scrap metal. After receiv- ing some suspicious answers the officer let the driver go, but checked with the general manager of Safety Cab Inc. in Huron Park and found some material sim- ilar to that on the truck was missing. Gets fine for possession Judge Hunter fined Joseph Blommaert of Exeter $400 for having stolen property in his possession. The property in question was a three-tier water fountain which was taken from Davies Landscaping on August 19, 1995. The fountain was found by po- lice after a search of Blommaert's premises on July 4,1996. He told officers he knew it was stolen. Drinking, driving fine Glenn Marsh of Brantford was fined $800 and had his driving privileges suspended for 12 months after pleading guilty to a charge of operating a vehicle while his blood alcohol content was over the legal limit. A vehicle driven by Marsh was northbound on Highway 21 in Stephen Township at 1:15 a.m. on July 15 when the driver of a southbound transport saw the vehicle swerving towards him. The car struck the rear of the truck and was completely demolished. OPP Constable Finch reported that the accused had obvious odor of alcohol on his breath and was un- steady on his feet. At the Grand Bend OPP detach- ment, breathalizer tests recorded readings of 2.20 and 2.00. A letter from a doctor told the court that Marsh was in deep depression at the time, was off his medication and did not know what he had done. He is since back on medication and is okay. Jailed for driving while suspended John Hannah of Huron Park will spend 45 days in jail on an intermittent basis after pleading guilty to a charge of operating a vehicle while his licence was suspended. Hannah who was disqualified from driving for 12 months in Stratford on December 15, 1995 was stopped by OPP officers Kern and Strachan on June 26, 1996 while northbound on Highway 4, near Exet- er. He was on his way to his employment in St. Marys and was driving himself because his father was asleep and couldn't take him. The jail sentence will be served intermittently from 9 a.m. each Saturday to each Sunday at 6 p.m. Thcft, public mischief Bruce McVicar of Centralia International College was fined $200 each on counts of theft and public mischief. The series of events began on June 29,1996 when McVicar is alleged to have stolen a set of licence pic's,tq Put on his own car to drive tq,G ericit, also � py , josnritncr,. ' h f next day he reportedthe:carston, but he had taken it to Goderich himself. His defence lawyer said his client's actions were foolish, but he was very co-operative with police. Pays drinking, driving fine Judge Hunter fined Robert Howsam of Sarnia $750 for driving while his blood alcohol content was over the .80 mark. At 11:45 p.m. on August 11, 1996, a vehicle driven by Howsam was travelling south on Highway 21, just north of St. Josephs and struck a car on the property of Dick Rau. Breathalizer tests taken at the OPP detachment re- vealed readings of 1.60 and 1.60. He paid his fine im- mediately and his licence had already been surren- dered for 12 months. Break and atter fines William Bartlett of R.R. 2, Delaware was fined $1,000 on each of two charges of break and enter and placed on probation for 12 months. Bartlett was charged with break and enter at Huron Aircraft Finishers at Huron Park, stealing a tool box and smashing a model airplane on the evening of February 22, 1996. Later the same evening the tool box was thrown into Morrison Dam. A few hours later, a lock was smashed at the Exeter Co-op fertilizer plant in Stephen Township and an at- tempt at stealing gas was unsuccessful. The tool box has been recovered and Bartlett has made restitution of $579 to the Huron Park firm. Judge Hunter ordered that restitution to the Co-op of $210 be made as soon as possible. Bartlett's lawyer David Reid argued against a custo- dial sentence saying his client had a responsible job. Reid continued, " He has been fully employed by Thames Valley Farms as a farrowing room supervis- or. The job has been a "Godsend" to him. His em- ployer is very serious in wanting to keep him on. He has shown a strong willingness to work and it's ex- tremely important to remain employed. Problems come when he is unemployed." The accused through his lawyer said his actions were very stupid and he was aware of the conse- quences. A letter from Dr. Jadd indicated that there was marked improvement in his sugar problem. Reid con- cluded, There have been many positive changes in his life including the fact he is not drinking at all." In addition to the fines and the order to make resti- tution of $210, Judge Hunter placed Bartlett on pro- bation for 12 months. In custody for threats Lloyd Masnica of Exeter was remanded in custody until October 22 on a charge of criminal harassment and six charges of uttering threats. Four get jail terms Dennis Gionet of Hensall was issued jail terms to- talling 17 days after pleading guilty to a charges. Gionet was found to have a small amount of mari- juana in his possession on August 20, 1996 and was arrested at the same time for breaking a probation or- der which was issued on January 23, 1996. The 14 day jail term was on the probation charge and the three days were in lieu of a $200 fine on the narcotic charge. A jail term of 88 days was levied against Jamie Lunn of Hensall on charges of break and enter, theft, possession of stolen property and breach of proba- tion. The jail terms were 75 days on two charges of pos- session of stolen property, 10 days for breach of pro- bation and three days on a narcotic charge which was in lieu of a $200 fine. Scott Inson of Exeter was sent to jail for 61 days af- ter pleading guilty to charges of fraud, taking a vehi- cle without the owner's consent, uttering threats and posses ion of a narcotic. The fraud charge fat> e,from using a 13ai' ,pf Moni Irea�l stink card w jhout having money in the account to cover the advance. The taking a vehicle charge was taking a Yamaha snowmobile from Brian's Service Centre in Dashwood. A mischief charge was with- drawn. Christopher McClinchey, R.R. 1, Denfield was jailed for a total of 90 days on two charges of posses- sion of stolen property and one of breach of proba- tion. A narcotics charge was withdrawn. The possession charges concerned a cassette re- corder and watches taken in a theft and grab occur- rence at Anstett Jewellers. Ilderton Fair First prize winner in the decorated vehicle category in the llder- ton Fair parade was Katlin Gysemans of Ilderton. rimes of the week Theft of computers Thieves broke into Tuckersmith Township Communications at Concession 1 and removed some computer equipment. The theft took place on September 17, 1996. The stolen property in- cludes Daytek, model DT14SM and serial as DVG4YG00427 and KT2Z443F04547, also Mitsumi, model KPQE99YC, serial #9406- 410344, The property is worth about S4SQO,.. Theft of bicycle A mountain bike was removed from a car port on Lake Road, Hay Township sometime between 8:30 p.m. on September 20 and 8:45 a.m. on September 21, 1996. The bike was a 1996 Caribou 21", 15 speed, maroon and silver, model HUB268. If you have information about these or any other crimes, call Crime Stoppers of Huron County, 1-800-222-8477 The healing touch of hands-on treatment This is the fourth of a six -part series that will feature various natural health topics as they are presented each Wednesday from Sept. 4 to Oct. 9 at the Exeter Town Hall or South Huron District Hig . School. By Brenda Burke and Angela Pickering TA Reporter TA Co-op Student EXETER - Imagine having the opportunity to experience therapeutic touch, reflexology, Gestalt therapy and reiki in the same room. Last Wednesday night's health session was extended by at least an hour to accommodate participants' interests as they were presented information and demonstrations on each of these natural healing methods. "The body always reacts in ways that aio healing and we have to look after that," said Dorothy Chapman as she explained the concept of holistic health. Not only can the body heal itself, she pointed out, physical symptoms indicate an imbalance in our energy flow. Ever notice when your schedule is hectic one week, you'll feel sick the next? Stress creates tension that may lead to illness, said Chapman. who believes therapeutic touch works with the body's energy field to help reduce these oroblems. According to holistic health concepts, everyone and everything consists of energy sources. Therapeutic touch deals with the body's seven major energy centres by scanning a person's energy field with the hands to detect imbalance and direct energy, sometimes by sensing heat. Holists believe a simple change in thought can initiate a major change in the body. For example, a child may actually believe there is a monster in the closet because the body can't differentiate between thought and reality. Chapman describes emotion as "energy in motion." "You hold any unresolved emotion...in your body and it will affect that portion of the body," she explained. Holists also believe accepting a higher source at work in our lives is a tremendous healing source. "Intuition, creativity and taut all come from that source," said Chapman. "We spend all of our time focusing on the goal. We don't enjoy the journey." Therapeutic touch helps release pent-up emotion and also aids in healing asthma, fever and pain. 11a Mather', who has recently completed her reflexology teacher training, pointed out reflexology works with hand and foot reflexes that correspond to all areas of the body. She said thc natural healing art, which has existed for centuries, does not diagnose or prescribe, but instead triggers the release of stress and tension while improving cht'ilation and promoting natural functions of the body. miaiiiiipoctant to realize it does takesomclime_and a lot of effort." The Wo Town 1 she stressed. Gestalt Therapist Anne MacDougall began her talk by saying the therapy is not easy for her to explain. "It's very different work," she said. "Gestalt has no road maps." In this case therapists may use movement and breath to make people more aware of their thoughts and emotions as well as their physical self and surroundings. Such therapy may help individuals express hidden feelings and make new choices. "The connection between the mind, body and soul is very important in Gestalt," she said. "A symptom is simply a manifestation of a conflict." As for reiki, explained Lindy Tipert, a Traditional Reiki Master Teacher, it involves the laying on of hands to channel energy guided by a higher source through the practitioner into the individual. Reiki may stimulate spiritual growth, treat diseases and relieve symptoms. Although this method is not affiliated with a religion, states her brochure, "it does utilize Creator Source Energy, working in a spiritual dimension, therefore healing takes place on a higher 'soul' level." The ancient system of natural healing can also help people to release anger, overcome stress and change attitudes. And reiki may even be effective over the telephone. "Distance is no object," said Tipert. "What we think is who we are." Tonight's 7 p.m. health session will feature a yoga introduction with Peter Juknys at the Exeter Town Hall. Call 233-4003 for more information. !la Mathes performs reflexology on Janine Dougall at last week's health session held at South Huron District High School. 1 Hill Stewart of the Ailsa Craig Historical Society was in charge of a display at the weekend Ilderton Fall Fair. The Society has purchased the oldest building in Ailsa Craig, the Ailsa Craig Anglican Church and have started fund raising to have it preserved. Day away program shifts to Thursdays EXETER - The South Huron Day Away program at the Exeter Villa is changing its day of operation from Friday to Thursday effective October 3. The one year old program run by one staff member and several vol- unteers, is designed to provide a break for the caregivers of clients with Alzheimer Disease. They will now meet at the Exeter Villa on Thursday between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Clients from Exeter and Sur- rounding areas are brought to the program by a volunteer driver and enjoy activities such as euchre, dominoes, board games, bingo, golf and bowling. Daily walks and exercise to music are also includ- ed. Co-ordinator, Christine Wilcox said the move from Fridays to Thursdays allows more flexibility and makes it easier to recruit vol- unteers. This is a satellite program of Hu- ron Adult Day Centre/Clinton. A support group for Alzheimer Dis- ease care givers also meets every first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. and the Advisory Board meets on thc third Monday of every month at 10 a.m. Business Directory AUCTIONEER Filson & Robson FULLY LICENSED & BONDED, CALL OR FAX (519) 666-0833 3 Auctioneers for the Price of 1 With modern equipment Pickup and sell complete or partial estates Specializing in Farm, Real Estate and General Sales • REPAIRS Sewing Machine Repairs to all makes . 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