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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1977-02-24, Page 2PAGE 2—CLINTON IskEWS-,,REC,ORD THURSDAY, FEB*AgY 24, 1977 Town Talk by Peggy Gibb In the normal course of elections the citizens of Clinton elected the late Don Kpy to the Town's highest office. Only his passing robbed him of the chance to serve his community. On March 7 we are asked to choose once again. Do not let apathy or indifference stop us from voting, Remembering the enthusiasm which Don brought ta any task - let us show an interest and make our choice. . In order to present the candidates to the voters prior to election the .News - Record is sponsoring an open forum to be held in the Town Hall, Thursday evening March 3 at 7:30. Come out and meet the five aspirants and enjoy coffee following the meeting. +++ Starting next week, the News -Record is adding an interest for its youngest readers. Each week, right below this column we will feature a "Children's Cor- ner". This will include the names of those children whose birthdays fall in the coming week also there will be a Little People's Puzzle V4 and a Stramble. The Birthday Buttons are now here to give away free to any children who register their birthdays or if they are unable to do so themselves their parents may register for them. rt. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Riehl have returned home after spending one week in Banff, Alberta, where they attended the annual convention of the Specialty Advertising Counselors of Canada which was held in the Banff Springs Hotel. In the con.vention program a trip to Lake Louise, was also enjoyed. Accompanying them to the event were Bill's business associate and his wife, Art and Carol Brooker of Agin- court. Both Bill and Art were recipients of Canadian Awards from the SACC at the convention. They reported very little snow in the Banff area where an outdoor barbecue trip was canvassers had been taken by horse and wagon questioned regarding the which replaced a sleighride distribution of funds originally planned for the collected, Mrs. Delve passed convention. on the following figures to our At dinner the first evening news desk. Research 79 in Banff, they were very percent, Professional and surprised to have a local girl, Public Education 13 percent, Miss Carolanne- Doig of Administration 4 percent and Seaforth as their waitress. Miss Doig is on staff at the Banff Springs. +++ Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Ament, Blyth and Mr. and Mrs. James East, RR 4, Clinton were proud parents at the wedding of Shirley Ament and Charles East on the 15th day of January at Wesley - Willis United Church, Clinton. Prior to the wedding a shower was held at the Triple Restaurant, Blyth for the bride to be. +++ More apologies for more names omitted from the now famous (or perhaps in- famous) list of RCAF retirees. Sgt. Noel Flagg, originally of Dunnville, retired in 1968 in Clinton and is presently employed with Gerald's Datsun, Seaforth. Ervin Ferris left the Clinton base in 1960 and took up farming. F -L Tom Ren was -adjutant at the °Hilton base from 1953- 56. After retirement he chose to reside in Kippen where he owns and operates the Glenreid Kennels. +++ The Family Care Workers held their February 17 ' meeting in the board room of the Clinton Hospital and reported a good attendance. Roll call was answered by giving suggestions for speakers for the meetings. The guest speaker for the " .ev-e'ning was Mrs. Kenneth Devereaux who addressed those present on "Nutrition". A social half hour was en- joyed by all. The clith- welEomes new Family Care Workers. -1- -I- Co-ordinated by. Mrs. Deanna Delve, the Canadian Heart Fund Canvass is now in progress. As some of her Flind Raising 4 percent. All advertising used by the Heart Fund Drive is donated. Final figures for the Clinton area are yet to be released.- but. considering ' weather con- ditions this year the collec- tions have been satisfactory. +++ "The Family in the 70's"... don't forget the adult education which is being provided for people ofall faiths at St. Joseph's church, James St. Clinton this Lent for .the purpose. of helping your family. For five consecutive Sundays from 8 to 10 p.m. p topic of general concern and basically Christian will be discussed. This coming Sunday the topic "Communication Between Husband and Wife" will be taken by Mr. and Mrs. Paul McIntosh. Paul is a Social Worker at the Family Councwlling Centre in London. +++ As advertised in the Coming Events colurim-of this paper the Annual World Day of Prayer will be held on Friday, March 4 ,at,2 p.m. in the Christian Reformed, Church, Princess Street, • Clinton. The theme for this year's assembly is "Love in Action" and the ladies of the church have «thoughtfully provided a baby sitting service. To Peter Brand, Clinton HAPPY BIRTHDAY On February 26 COME ON KIDS JOIN THE BIRTHDAY CLUB AND GET YOUR Mfg/ BUTTON HOW TO JOIN Come in to the Clinton News -Record Office, 53 Albert St. and tell us your birthday (or have your parents do it) — THEN — • See your name in the paper the week • of your birthday Hensall to build new arena.. the months of October, November and December was presented to council: A cheque 'in partial payment of that amount was cleared by council. `, Council also agreed to set up a meeting with the township of Hay andwith B.M. Ross Associges to discuss the 'storm sewer proposed for, construction in Hensall. The .rneeting is to be held Thursday„ February 17, in the council chambers,. Building permits were 'approved at Monday night's meeting for 'McKnight's Men's Wear for' renovations to their store, Bonthron and t ons Limited, and for Bevan Bonthron. Council voted to allow the Batik of Commerce. to Hensall council and the Hensall parks board unanimously apprevecl the construction of a new arena - hall facility for the village at a meeting lait week. Council estimates that the total cost of the new structure will be between $500,000 and $600,000. Capital grants and Wintario will pay 75 percent, of the cost. A ,fund raising campaign will be launched to provide the balance of the money. Council had been advised, in recent discussions with the ministry of labour, that the xisting facility, in its present state, did.not meet provincial standards, and would be closed permanently as of October 15, 1977, unless ex- tensive repairs were un - 'del -taken. Consulting engineers who examined the structure told council that repairs to the existing arena would be very costly, and advised against• any further expenditure on the facility. Maintenance costs have been increasing rapidly'. Pipes beneath the concrete floor of the arena have 'been deteriorating, resulting in leaks and breakage. The new arena facility is to include a large hall on the ground floor as well as kit- chen and washroom areas. Also on' the agenda of Monday night's meeting was the approval of pay scales. Reeve Harald Knight is to receive $50 for each meeting and councillors will receive $40 for each meeting- they attend. Commissioners of the PUC are to be paid $480 per year: In addition they will receive $45 per day and $30 per half day for any special work undertaken on behalf of the village. The salary of the clerk - treasurer, tax collector and licensing officer Bob Heil was set at $500 bi-weekly. He will also be paid $20 for each spetial meeting of council he is called on to attend. The salary of works superintendent Gary Max- well was set at $923.08 bi- weekly. The fire thief will be paid a retainer of $30 per month and will also •receive $25 per month for expenses. The deputy fire chief will receive a retainer of $25 per month. Captains, engineers., mechanics and the .ecretary will be paid $13.50 per month. Fire fighters receive $11 per month, as well as $6.50 pet hour- when fighting fires and $3 per hour 0 a false alarm is answered. ' The salary of the caretaker of the dumpsite was set at $4 per hour. The council also discussed the problem of stray dogs in the village. "I've been on council 15 years and the situation is the worst it's ever been," Reeve Knight said. Council decided to advertise in local papers for someone to act as dog _catcher in the village. Applications will be reviewed and remuneration set at the next regular meeting of the council. Also held over for .a later meeting was the problem of bylaw enforcement in the village. Council is to consider appointing someone to the job of bylaw enforcement officer in the near future. A list of accounts for January totalling "$7040.71 was cleared for payment by council. A list showing tax evasion in the amount of $1609.62 was forwarded by council to the treasurer of Huron County for collection. A bill from the Ministry of the Environment of $1120.06 for storm sewer service for One of the largest front mounted faractor snow blowers was purchased by Wayne Kennedy of Londesboro last week. The $55,000 unit boasts of four-wheel drive, and an incredible 213 horsepower. Mr. Kennedy was immediately hired by Hullett and Goderich Townships to widen some of their sideroads. Bev Hill of Varna is also buying a unit. (News -Record photo) 3 Days Only Thursday,' Friday, Saturday 6 shades. - assorted sizes and leg lengths Reg. $16.95 4 r_ prepare a proposal for • banking services 'warning ways in which the village may save money on the banking services it requires. Council 'also voted to hear • counter proposals which may be forthcoming from any other bank. A membership fee of $50 to the Rural Ontario Municipalities Association was approved for payment.. Also approved was a grant of $25 to the St. John's Ambulance Society. " Council also voted to place an advertisement in the Heritage DO issue of Kin m'agazine thanking the local Kinsmen club for their contribution to the com- munity. « D.aryi ,Balf, SOn of . and' Mrs. Stanley Ball, Auburn,' graduated from the University 'of Wisconsin, Madison, Wis. with a B.Sc., degree in Agriculture majoring in the Dairy Selene Production acrd Technology Option. He commenced as Assistant Agricultural Representative for Brant County on January 4, 1977. *Correction! Storms. Due to the extreme winter, our annual has been extended. Come in and look us over. You'll be glad you did. Exceptional ,one -time -only values for every room. in your house! . 'Check the February 22 Huron Shopping News for further details. r• • Ifillriefffillril CLAIROL .* P.H. SHAMPOO 113/4 OZ $1.79 COLD REMEDY • SOFT DRY\ ROLL -ON 2 OZ. 11 025 TAME CREME RINSE si 8 OZ. • ADORN HAIRSPRAY 2.0i ULTRA BAN ROLL-ON 15 OZ $ 1 .20 QUIET TOUCH PANT YOUR HAIR! $3.1.5 • 4 •