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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1983-11-23, Page 2Page 2 November 23 Exeter man wins award Huron County scholarships were recently awarded to students at the Universities of Waterloo and Western Ontario. Four $200 scholarships were awarded to Huron Coun- ty students at the two univer- sities mentioned. Three scholarships for Huron Coun- ty students attending the University of Guelph have yet to be requested. UWO students Karen Brad- shaw of Wroxeter and Kevin Glasgow of Exeter are to receive the scholarships. Karen completed her first year arts program with an 88 percent average. Kevin finished his first year science with fin 88 percent average. Both Students are now in their second year. At the University of Waterloo, Michael Coleman of RR 1 Zurich and Doris Underwood of RR 1 Wingham are to receive the scholar- ships. Michael is in electrical engineering with an 89 per- cent average and Doris is in the arts faculty with an 86 percent average. VOTE ON MERGER Members of the Seaforth Farmers Co-op voted last night on a proposal to merge with the Hensall District Co- op in a bid to stave off possi- ble bankruptcy. The Seaforth directors told members they cannot repay member loans of $33,000 and $14,000 in interest that were due on October 1 because of a current deficit. The directors felt a merger with Hensall was the most practica, solution to the finan- cial problem and noted that it would also result in more ser- vices for Seaforth members. If approved, the merger would take place on December 1. Two-thirds of the votes must favor merger. FRUITFUL SHEAVES — The sale of the featured sheaves of wheat at the 1983 Exeter Fall Fair has provided $475 for the Huron County Christmos Bureau. Above, fair secretary presents the cheque to Bureau represen- tative Peggy Rivers. Next are Exeter co-ordinator Nancy Rooth and fair officials Jock Stewart and Gordon Jones. Few still take to streets Most students reconsider plan By Susan McClure A' walkout of 150 South Huron students diminished after an hour long discussion with SHDIHS principal Bruce Shaw, to a 30 -student protest march in front of the school and on the streets of Exeter. Teacher Joanne Young's absence from her teaching duties prompted the Friday protestations. Shaw took the time in the morning to explain the ad- ministration's side of the dif- ficult situation to the students. The principal said he sym- pathized with Young's cause but "I can't condone someone breaking the law". He urged the group to understand that there are many people on the opposite side of this issue. The school has received several calls from concerned parents demanding that Young be in her classroom. Some students felt that Young's action was "morally justified" in the words of John Wooden. This prompted a 'IT'S WORTH THE DRIVE TO THE NEW Mill St, Dublin 345.2250 We'll Do the Job Right... 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Get organized within the confines of the school but Determine in ministry Exeter's retailers and in- d,_strialists will be polled by the local industry and tourism committee to determine their interest in a management program offered through the Ontario ministry of industry and trade. Committee chairman Bill Mickle told council this week that the ministry will provide their "small business management program" if Problem is eliminated Exeter council learned this week that a rather ticklish issue has been avoided due to the planned relocation of Star - Time Video. The firm was given permis- sion about a year ago to locate in an industrial zone on Highway 83 West with the stipulation that the nature of the business would become compatible with the zoning requirements within a year. That approval had not been unanimous as some members felt the business was basical- ly a retail outlet and should not be permitted in an in- dustrial zone. With the time approaching for the firm and council to look at the situation again, Mayor Bruce Shaw advised council this week Mat Pat Knight had informed him that he planned to move the video outlet to the Dal Robbins building on Highway 4 North. Knight requested that his present status be extended for an additional six weeks past the deadline because the new facility will not be available until February 15. Council quickly granted the extension with some relief that a pending problem had resolved itself. NEED CARPETING? If you're looking for carpet for a small area or an entire house • SAVE TIME • SAVE MONEY • SEE US FIRST • S 1 s Do it yourself or hove our installer Ed Allan do it for you No ka;,' Flooring 355 Main St., S., Exeter 235-1990 don't disrupt your school work". Student John Wooden ques- tioned "What can you do within the law, writing letters is useless." The group of students voic- ed their concerns for Mrs. Young's job. Student pro- testor Scott Baptist hoped their demonstration would "put pressure on the board". Another student wanted to know if violence on their part would jeopardize Young's job. When questioned if Young had been approached about the students' intentions to walkout, Annette Vermaeten said that Young was in favour interest course enough interest is shown locally. The program, which offers management tips to small business managers, is provid- ed at no cost by the ministry, although participants are ex- pected to contribute to any in- cidental costs such as hall rentals, coffee and a windup banquet. Mickle also advised council that all members of his com- mittee have indicated their .willingness to serve for another one year and that it had been decided that meetings would be held quarterly in 1984 with extra meetings bring called as required. This week, the committee hosted their third visit from German industrialists. A cou- ple who operate a dental clinic have been meeting with local dental personnel to determine whether there may be any opportunities for them to .establish in this community. Give assist to project Exeter council en- thusiastically agreed to send a letter of community support to the minister of employ- ment and immigration regar- ding the proposal of the Huron -Perth Separate School board to erect a library and gymnasium at Precious Blood school. The project had previously been turned down by the minister under a federal make-work program. The board, however, decid- ed to reapply for the funding and that is currently under consideration In recommending the letter of support, Deputy -Reeve Lossy Fuller and Mayor Bruce Shaw both noted that the project would result in local employment as well as providing needed facilities for the local school. Two more break, enter Two more breakins are under investigation by the Exeter police department this week. On Sunday. a breakin was reported at the Exeter Legion Hall when entry was gained via a door on the south side. The office and bar facilities were ransacked, but at press time, staff had been unable to determine what had been taken. Yesterday morning, a breakin was discovered at the Exeter Curling Club. It was the second time this month thebuildinghas been entered. Constable George Robert- son is investigating both incidents. Exeter police and OPP have arrested a man in con- nection with the October 26 breakin at the Exeter branch of the Clinton Community Credit Union. The man also faces other breakin charges. of the protest if they did it for peace and not only for her. The students were also con- cerned with the repercussions and punishment if they did refuse to attend classes. Shaw said legally missed classes would be considered unauthorized absence with a maximum three day suspen- sion. The action he did take was to assign a zero for tests any students missed for the demonstration. Shaw supported the students in their desire to pro- test nuclear weapons. He said "if you feel as strongly as Mrs. Young, leave school, go to Toronto and do what she's doing". If the students were completely convinced about their cause Shaw felt the con- sequences "shouldn't have an effect on what you do." The students did seem not completely sure of their pur- pose for when they were ask- ed why they were there answers ranged from "to make sure Mrs. Young isn't fired" 'and "protest against nuclear war" to "peace" and a rather dubious "I'm here for nuclear war." After the mornings helpful discussion most students returned to their classes. Thirty remained loyal to their cause and skipped classes to walk the streets carrying anti-nuclear placards. Stu- dent Kari Jyoriti vyho led the afternoon ect, had said to` Shaw in morning talk "There's no discussion - if we're here, we're here - you can't change our minds. The majority of the morn- ings protestors did change their minds and reconsidered their action. Many have adopted a wait and see at - Christmas bureau open soon The Exeter Lioness Club is quickly moving into high gear in preparation for one of its favourite projects, operation of the Exeter Christmas Bureau, for the third con- secutive year. Once again the lawn bowl- ing clubhouse on Main Street will be used as a drop-off cen- tre. Nancy Rooth, co - convener with Lauretta Siegner, said the depository will be open to receive dona- tions from Monday, December 5 to Saturday, December 10 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 to 3:30 in the afternoons. The week of December 12 Lioness members will be busy packing boxes for families on their lists. The lists give the clothing size of each family's children, and Lheir toy preference if any. The volunteers check through what has already been donated and make re- quired additional purchases. They are encouraged to shop locally. Each child under 16 will receive a new toy, a new ar- ticle of clothing, and at least one pair of warm new mittens. When families come to pick up their boxes, they have an opportunity to choose more clothing, receive their share of the food that has been donated, and the head of the household is given money to purchase a turkey or other vital ingredients if necessary. The Bureau 'would ap- preciate donations of new and good used clothing for all ages, non-perishable food and toys. Peggy Rivers, coor- dinator of volunteer services for the Family and Children Services in Goderich, the um- brella organization for the bureaus around the county in Exeter, Seaforth, Clinton, Goderich and Wingham, made some suggestions for hard -to -buy for teenagers. These included records, model kits, wallets, hockey sticks and other sports gear, makeup, sleepwear, belts, games, cards, novels and other books, panty hose, jewellery and gift certificates. Wool to be knit into mitts and scarves has been distributed through local titude, not rulinr out another walkout :f the Board of Education takes action against Young. The students who did walkout achieved their goal of attracting the attention of the rest of school and the area newspapers, radio and televi- sion stations covered the stu- dent protest. churches and other organiza- tions. Anyone who would like to whip up a few pairs of mitts in the next two weeks may ob- tain yarn by calling Nancy Rooth at 235-0322. "And we never refuse a cash donation", Mrs. Rivers said with a smile. The 811,000 received in cash last year was used wherever there was a need in the coun- ty last year. 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