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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1995-09-13, Page 3IN THE NEWS Y .S Times -Advocate, September 13, 1995 Page 3 0 o What is your fondest memory of the summer? • 0.44- \1 #.16,4ra 04. Sarah Johns Exeter PS "We went to Toronto to the zoo and saw the white lions" Zachary Thompson EPS "My mom had a baby" Carly Flsher EPS "I went to my Dad's for three weeks in July. 1 did a lot of things." If%.A. f*PAV W. - . Faith -Anne Welgler EPS "We went to the African Lion Safari. I liked when we got to see all the animals." Shannon Clark EPS "When I went to my Grand- ma's, we went on picnics." Brittany Mills EPS "We went boat- ing at Grand Bend" The watercolor by local artist Shirley Perry "Exeter - An Historic Tour" is the second in a series of civic paintings. This work features the schools and several historic residences including the first home in Exeter. Perry has reproduced the original painting and prints are available at her gallery located in the tea room of Perry Originals, Main Street North. Civic painting features many nostalgic haunts "Exeter - An Historic Tour" is second in series for Perry Heather Mir T -A staff , EXETER - Resident artist Shirley Perry has followed up her water- color "Exeter - A Scenic Tour" with a second civic painting. The latest work, "Exeter - An Historic Tour" features the schools as well as several heritage buildings in- cluding the first home in Exeter. Perry finished her latest work in July and has already re- ceived several or- ders for prints. As with the first paint- ing, Perry has re- produced the work for local res- idents to purchase. "Exeter - An Historic Tour" is filled with details combining past and present town landmarks. Perry plans to write a legend for the back of the original painting because some of the buildings may not be recognizable at first glance. The painting incorporates many familiar sites including the United Church. painted with its original steeple. the Old Mill, the schools, the old Post Office and several historic res- idences. "It should get a good reception in the community." ■ "There are many nostalgic haunts fa- miliar to life-long res- idents," said Perry. The first in the se- ries was painted in 1990 and depicts cen- tre town including the Old Town Hall and li- brary on Main Street. Both works have historical significance since much of the town's strcetscape has recently changed. The railway sta- tion was torn down, a new water tower stands where the old one is represented in the first painting and Your Views Letters to the editor work is well underway on renova- tions and an addition to the Old Town Hall. In addition to color prints, the paintings are also reproduced on blank cards. Both the prints and cards have been well received by the public. Perry plans to offer prints of her most recent work as a fundraiser for organizations such as the school councils. It should get a good reception in the community," said Perry. This second watercolor depicts local Exeter landmarks, focusing on the schools and several historic homes. Prints of the civic painting . and other works may be purchased at Perry's small gallery located in the tea room of her daughter's clothing shop, Perry Originals, on Main Street South. A movie theatre for Exeter?? - a chance for kids to be out on their own and show some inde- pendence.... Dcar Editor: We feel that Exeter should have a movie theatre. An idea for a location would be the Centre Mall. Since there isn't much happening in thc mall, we thought it would he a good idea. Think of the benefits: - something local for the kids to do. and maybe help keep some kids out of trouble. - a chance for kids to he out on their own and show sonic independence and responsibility. - would help to keep dollars in Exeter (especially if your parents shop while you're at the show. or if you shop before or after the show). - it will give the parents a break - save money on gas. and save the earth from some pollution. We think it would be a good idea! Sincerely. Sarah Workman, Erin Miles. Laura Evans MacNaughton Park dedicated "The cheerful music matched the mood of the big crowd..." Dear Editor: it was a glorious day for the dedication of Mac - Naughton Park, a living memorial to Charlie Mac - Naughton. who was a credit to Exeter and Huron County. Charlie held nine different cabinet posi- tions in the Ontario Legislature and was a well - loved and respected citizen of our town. The crowd was welcomed by the bouncy, merry music of Ed Mitticholtz and Bob Heywood and their toe shoes. The cheerful music matched the mood of the big crowd who obviously appreciated the work of the Lions and their many cohorts in completing the lovely colorful park. Of course, there were speeches, highlighted•by an emotional speech by Charlie's son John, who sounded like a candidate himself, he was so eloquent, and spoke without notes, a welcome change. Our mayor Ben reminded the crowd that the park was built without any cost to the taxpayer. Helen Johns. our M.P.P. spoke with her usual clarity and reminded us that our arca has returned to the Tory fold, a great relief to one and all. Addie MacNaughton cut the ribbon and looked lovely in a smart blue suit. 1t was a blue for Tory day and Charlie would have loved it - so many To- ries! Yours truly, J.M. "Gibby" Gibson Exeter r Got a news tip? Call 235-1331 Nicole Evans Klrkton "My friends. We went swim- ming then 1 got to stay home instead of go- ing to school." P.J. Ward Klrkton "The pool. I went public swimming every day." Developer to pay $500 dedication fee for park . EXETER - Traditionally, Exeter has charged a park dedication fee of 5 per cent of the value of raw unde- veloped land or has accepted raw land from any developer wishing to establish a subdivision within the community. Councilor Thom Hughes voiced his objection to a scheme that would eliminate the red tape and ambiguity of trying to determine the value of raw land. Administrator Rick Hundey ex- plained the simple charge of $500 was calculated as a rough average of the fees charged by Exeter's neighbors and was approximately what was taken in recently. Without much further discussion. council approved the change. Recent blue box profits pay off EXETER - C.H. Excavating from London was the low kidder on thc reconstruction of Waterloo Street (froth Market to the railway tracks). Tne tender price of $77,498 was just about $18,000 lower than the estimated cost. This welcomed news combined with reports from Bluewater Recycling that the prof- its from its sales of blue box mate- rials. including cardboard and paper, arc so high there will he a re- duced charge or even no charge for the last quarter of the year. As several councilors were quick to point out. the vigorous campaign of recycling and charging for gar- bage pick-up ($2 a hag) is paying off "in spades." As well. property taxes fell by ap- proximately $100 per household. Exeter Villa's request rejected EXETER - Council learned at its recent meeting that thc Ministry of Health has rejected an appeal deny- ing Exeter Villa 13 additional beds. The rejection was based on thc belief that long-term carc bed inven- tory for Huron County is above the provincial average, indicating that the beds would be better placed in regions of the province which arc less than well -served. Also, local agencies indicated that the demand for long-term care foci!• ity placement in thc county docs not support an allocation of 13 addition- al beds at this time. Council decided to seek a meeting with ministry officals to try once more for an increase in beds. 4 Farm Supply broken into WOODHAM - The M.T.S. Farm Supply was broken into Thursday. Cat food, candy, pop and oil were among items taken. Correction A boy was incorrectly identified in an Aug. 23 story entitled, 'Man finds smoke grenade in yard.' The boy in the photo is Richard Fisher. Tim T -A regrets the error. Cory Haddock Woodham 'Swimming, go- ing to the fair, the rides and excitement." Bus driver Pam Walper says the new video camera boxes will "keep an eye on all of us." Video cameras installed 4' Continued from front page er remembers her father telling stories about one road that was tun- nelled in so thick with snow the bus mirrors got stuck. She also recalls last winter as the worst for bus cancellations. 1n preparation for her winter trips, Walper often begins her route five minutes early. But it's the fog and freezing rain she dreads most. "The responsibility for these kids, that scares a lot of people," she said. "Not everybody can drive a bus." in an effort to prevent any traffic emergencies, school buses have been updated with stop signs, stop arms, crossing gates and large con- vex mirrors. About 10 years ago, before bus stop signs existed, drivers had to watch for approaching vehicles that were often unaware the bus ahead of them had stopped. Eight years later, convex mirrors were added to school buses in an effort to provide the driver with visibility down both sides of the bus and across the vehicle's front. Last year. crossing gates were put on bus bumpers so children could walk a safe distance of six feet in front of the bus when crossing the road. When the driver opens the door the stop sign and crossing gate automatically come out at the same time. This enables motor vehicle drivers to know exactly where the bus is stopping. But safety isn't all there is to be- ing a bus driver. Scheduling a day around route times can prove just as challenging as dealing with pas- sengers. Walper's hour-long trips begin at about 7:43 a.m. and 3:15 p.m., times that happen to fit into her schedule. Because her second job is just around the corner from Charterways and her home is three blocks away, Walper finds the ar- rangement quite convenient. Along her route Walper picks up 31. Usborne Central Public School children, four children that attend Precious Blood School and 20 South Huron District High School students. An Exeter resident for 21 years of her life, Walper has had an opportunity to get to know the famishes of her passengers, es- pecially while she was a spare driv- er for her father. Fall is always a time for her to note how the kids have changed. "Some of them don't change but some of them really get their spurts," she said of the children along her route. One thing the kids don't get much of is motion sickness. 1 think in the 7 years I've had this route I've had only one (case of motion sickness) but I'm always prepared." Walper's bus is equipped with a plastic pail for such emergencies. PRINCESS ONE DAY CRUISE SALE Thurs. Sept. 21 ELLISON TRAVEL 235-2000 111 TEMP -TED EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Welcomes... CAROL DONLON To the Temp -Ted Team !look forward to providing the employment industry with the most qualified cast effective Temporaries available in the Market Place." CAROL DONLON 1 - end - Temp -Ted Employment Services welcomes Carol Donlon, previously of Jobs Ontario Training. Carol comes to us with various degrees 8 business related experience in the temporary/permanent employment services field. Beginning Sept. 13, Carol will be available to help you with your personal needs - whether you're looking for work or looking to hire an employee(s). "WELCOME ABOARD CAROL!" 21 MAIN ST., ZURICH 236-7434