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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1977-03-03, Page 17• d Candida (continued from'page 16) town we are building 'a great town on the crossroads of Huron County and one to be proud of, and if elected, I will endeavour to bring these issues into reality with your co-operation and God's help • we can't rniss. People are what it is all about; if elected I will work to the betterment of Clinton and - all of the citizens with an open mind. by Terry Maguire . I am a fourth generation Clintonian. My great- grandfather, Ambrose O. Pattison came to Clinton in 1882 to serve as station master for the Grand Trunk Railway. I spent my youth in Clinton and joined the Merchant . Navy, then the Royal Canadian Navy in the early 1940's where I spent active service during the war. I stand for a platform of responsible government for our Town's immediate and future concerns, without undue or extravagant ex- pense to you, the taxpayer. At the 1974 municipal election,, a question which concerned us all was a proposed new Senior Citizens - Library complex, and Town Hall. I fought against this • proposal. Although I lost in that election by a small margin, we did save the Town Hall and Library, but in doing so we failed to accommodate the senior citizens or the youth of our town in any way, and I feel this is wrong. If elected, one of my first • projects will be to attempt to pr.evide a senior citizens- * youth recreation centre. I see no reason why such a recreational- facility cannot be constructed in two parts — one for seniors and one for the youth of Clinton. For the past few years the topic of conversation from all walks of life is our lack of industrial development. I feel it is now time to stop talking, • and that all members of local government make tgis pipe dream a reality and attract industry and new businesses to this community. Clinton must have,something to offer its young people when their time comes to join the work force, rather than offering them a one-way bus ticket to the cities. Recreation — I feel that"a *more diversified program be instituted to include ALL our young people and so provide them with wholesome ac- tivity in their free time. If elected as your Mayor, I hope to provide this town with an active governing force to ut our priorities in their proper perspective, and I will Illirwork in the interests of all citizens, young and old alike, to make these proposals a reality in the next two years. P A es by George Vance Did you know that in the period 1961-1971, 2 to 3 people, left Clinton for revery net birth? (In the sa,fne period Mitchell attracted 2 to 3 net migrants, while Seaforth and Goderich attracted .26 to .5 net migrants.) Did you know that Huron county is the ONLY county in southern Ontario whose population is expected to decline (by 5.1 to 10 percent) between 1971 and 2001? Projecting the above rates, Clinton's population will suffer most. As in the past it will be the younger people who leave. One result will be that older people will have to bear an increasing proportion of the tax burden. As your mayor, I would like to begin to turn Clinton's predicted ill -fortunes around. Firstly, by attracting light, non-polluting industry. Industry has preferred other towns historically; it will take a major promotional effort to attract it now. But for every primary job we attract, we generate 'nine service jobs, such as those in our hospital. Without industrial expansion, no amount of lobbyingo or winter hardship will Save Our Hospital until the turn of the century. I also want to sell Huron County on Clinton. What more effective way than to mount a successful Farmers' Market! Think of the direct benefits to our merchants, our shoppers, and our craftsmakers. And would not tree and flower planters enhance our downtown area out of all proportion tb the modest investment? I. have other goals. For Senior, Citizens, especially those who live in their own homes and who do not have relatives nearby, I propose a "Little Brother and Sister" program modelled 'after the Big Brother -Sister programs of large centers. The Little Brother and Sister, a volunteer married couple, would assist the Seniors with minor repairs, ice and snow removal, grocery shopping and the like. For those of our teenagers who are athletically inclined and can afford it we have adequate recreation facilities. But the pool ,hall is about the only place where the "others", who typically people our police reports, can go. I've spent some time in the pool hall, and 1 don't recommend it. I would also like to see those who commit crimes against the community sentenced to some form of community service. "What about the elec- tricity, sewage, and mill rates?", you ask. To promise to lower these rates in these — Custom built to your requirements. — Quality materials and workmanship throughout. — Choice of colour and design interior and exterior. — Build on your own lot, or choice lots we have now in Kin- cardine, Tiverton, Wingham, Ripley, Chatham, Brussels. — Direct purchase from manufacturer at affordable prices. — Discount 3 percent, limited numbers. — Guarantee that counts for 5 years. Offices — Wingham or Kincardine CALL 357-2444 396-4833 OR WRITE BOX 370 WINGHAM Name Address Town Phone I have lot location No 0 ve... inflationary times would be irresponsible. What I can promise, however, is to take fuller advantage of federal and provincial grant programs (e.g., OFY, NIP, CW, YCW). I also offer my experience in government as a budget analyst, together with 4a sincere desire to deliver maximum value for each tax dollar already committed, and for each dollar of new expenditure. CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, THURSDAY, MARCH., . 977 Library system marks 10th birthday The Huron County Library system is celebrating its first decade'§, service during 1977. In a report to County Council last • Thursday, County Librarian Bill Par- tridge observed that the county wide Library Board was formed in January of 1967 and that a look back might serve as beneficial in the formulation of future plans. He collected statistics for the last seven years in an attempt to evaluate the growth and evaluate the trends. Booh circulation, he noted, ,has shown a steady growth from 1970 to 1976. Last year the total circulation was 246,000 books. Comparison of the town and village libraries with the other library stations indicates that there has been a gradual decline of use in the smaller libraries. In 1970 the circulation of these branches was 60,000, in 1976 it was 38,000. During 1976 County approves committee Members of Huron County Council last Thursday voted to uphold the recom- mendations of its Executive Committee in the matter of appointing representatives to various boards and com- fnittees for 1977. Only two of the ap- pointments, that of Clarence Boyle of Exeter to the South Huron Hospital Board and J.F. Flannery to the Children's Aid Society Board, were actually new, however. The remainder represented a move to return present representatives to their posts, with the exception of ap- pointments involving the new warden. John Fischer of RR 1 Bluevale will serve another term as the County representative on the Wingham and District Hospital Board. E. Beecher Menzies of Clinton was returned to his seat on the Clinton Public Hospital Board as was Gordon Rimmer to the Seaforth Community Hospital Board and Mrs. John Berry to the Board of the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in Goderich. Warden Doug McNeil, Property Committee Chairman John Jewitt and Executive Committee Chairman W.I. Mor'rey were appointed to the Huron Historic Jail Board. W.J. Elston will represent Huron on the Board of the Victorian Order of Nurses. The 1977 Goderich Airport Committee will see County representative Warden Doug ,McNeil, and Property Committee Chairman John Jewitt. In addition to - Mr. Flan- nery, J.R. Hunking, Chair- man of the Social Services Committee, Warden Doug McNeil, and J.F. MacDonald were appointed to the Board of the Children's Aid Society. James Mair of Brussels will serve on the Board of Directors of Conestoga College, Warden McNeil on the Huron Center for Children and Youth, Donald Eadie on the Huron Power Plant Committee and the members of the 1977 County Executive Committee were all ap- pointed to the Local Gover- nment Study Committee. - Liquor permits will be issued locally The Liquor License Board of Ontario has implemented its decentralization program for issuing special occasion permits in record time, Consumer and Commercial Relations Minister Sidney Handleman reported today. As of Feb. 7, 1977 LCBO stores in towns and cities throughout the province are processing permit , ap- plications fdr residents and organizations in their area. These temporary liquor licenses for receptions and community events previously had to be obtained by mail from the Liquor License Board offices in Toronto. "We're pleased to have been able to expand the program so quickly and smoothly," Mr. Handleman said. "Now the public has easier and more immediate access to i-nformation on special occasion permits and to the permits themselves. People in every part of the province as well as every large urban centre who wish to obtain special occasion permits can do so at selected LCBO stores reasonably close to their homes. Each store has been carefully selected with this criterion in mind," he added. A pilot. project for issuing these permits on a Mal basis was started in St. Catharines last May. After three months of testing procedures, the LLBO expanded the program to include 75 other LCBO stores across Ontario. "All community halls and eligible establishments have been re -inspected to assure compliance with fire, sanitation and safety stan- dards. Our records of ap- proved organizations and associations which require permits have been checked and updated as well. These approved lists facilitate the quick processing of permits locally," the minister said. Private, non -fund-raising events like weddings gain the easiest permit approval under the new system, while fund-raising events, com- munity festivals and outdoor functions will continue to be tightly controlled. For these, sponsoring organizations will still be reviewed by the LLBO and put on the "approved" list. In 1976, 148,000 special occasion permits were issued by LLBO offices in Toronto. With the new system, the ministry predicts that the majority of the applications will be processed by the local LCBO store staff. For Best Results on WHEAT, BARLEY and CORN * Custom application tali -�►uik spreading dry fertilizer for plowdown with our no -track Terragator. BRUCEFIELD NENSAU. - ZURICH 482-9823 262-3002 236-4393 CI UNITED CO-OPERATIVES OF ONTARIO the Whitechurch branch was closed due to this drop in circulation. Mr. Partridge noted there has been growth in inter- library loans. In 1976, 226 books werei sent from other libraries to Huron County Libraries, a considerable increase over 1970 requests of 75 books. "More interesting," the librarian's report notes, "is the rapid increase of books asked for from other libraries. 167 requests were filled from Huron County for outside ,libraries last year, in 1970 there were no such requests for this service." Part of the increase, he said, i,s due' to the fact Huron County library books are now listed in 'Adult Books in Print', ' and since Wellington County is a newly formed library, they have made use of the local service. In 1976 there were 16,000 members in Huron County compared to 10,000 in 1970. "That increase in members," Mr. Partridge told the 'council, "is well above the growth in population for the County." Loan of films from Mid- western Regional Library began in 1971. In the first year of operation 571 films were borrowed compared with 1976 circulation of 1,318 indicating the value of this service for local churches, clubs and schools. There has been an increase in the budget over the seven year period as well. The 1976 revised budget for the library was $342,000 compared with a U 1970 budget of $15'8,0Q0. The largest increase in expenditures is found in the salaries. In 1976 salaries were $173,000 compared with $61,000 in 1970. Expenses for books has increased to $90,000 from $62,000 in 1970, rents have increased to $40,000 in 1976 from $15,000 in 1970. Librarian Partridge points to the change from a book- mobile service to a delivery Van in 1970 as a major change in library service as well the discontinuation of service to schools in the county, in 1973. "Many of the county schools added a library and books," he notes. "Huron County's association with Midwestern Regional Library has meant many added services for county libraries. Recently a talking book program has been well received by county residents." "Through an Outreach Grant during the summer, Huron County Library had puppeteers "No Strings Attached" appear at • a number of branche. Because of Midwestern ..Regional Library's processing centre Huron County Library headquarters have not needed additional cataloging staff. Over 80 percent of books purchased by the library are through the processing center. Cost to process, and catalogue a book reman at $1.50 per book less a 50 cent rebate," Mr. Par- tridge concluded. P,P, & PS picks slate The Huron County Poultry, Pigeon and. - Pet Stock Association held its annual meeting on February 15 and elected Jack Mayhew as their president for the upcoming year, Orville Shewfelt will serve as vice president; Harvey Daniel as secretary treasurer; and the directors will be Jim Miller, Cliff Pepper and Clovne Thuel. Auditors in -1977 will be Ronald Richey and George Freeman with Doug Shier taking over duties as press reporter. Plans were discussed for preparation of, the club's new directory and all members were asked to bring an ad- vertisement to the next meeting for insertion in the publication. The club also made selections for judges of the poultry and waterfowl classes at the Canadian National Exhibition and the Royal Winter Fair. The March meeting was planned to feature a table show of all members stock (rabbits, poultry, pigeon etc) and all members were urged to attend and invite guests as well. That meeting is to be held March 15 in the Department of Agriculture Hail at Clinton. utiartezzo FARM EQUIPMENT LTD. III SEAFORTH - AYR - CAMBRIDGE Ili We Invite You to a Grain Handling Seminar PROGRAM Mr. Art Anthony Gen. Manager Grain Drying and Storage WESTEEL-ROBCO Mr. Jim White Marketing Man. Controlled storage of grain. (11t N311: Mr. William Hunter President of Hunter Man. Grain Elevation, etc. OM&W Mr. Elden Barr Sales Manager M -W Grain Drying Program Chairman - Mr. Bert Job Eastern Farm Machinery At Seaforth in our Set up Centre Tuesday, March 8 1:15 p.m. • SEAFORTH 527-0120 IiI Mail your problems to''vimy pact" c -o this paper. All ters will be answered provided'' a stamped addressed envelope, is enclosed. Some of general' interest ,will be published. Letters must be signed but we will NOT reveal your identity.' "These Questions and An- swers based on Ontario Law, are published to inform and not to advise. No one should try to apply or interpret the law without the aid and advice of a trained expert Who .knows the facts, since theafacts of each case may change the application of the law." NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE FRED J. HUDIE LIMITED LUMBER BLDG. HDW. PAINT WALLPAPER CARPETS HOME & BUILDING CENTRE LIGHTING 482-3441 230,BAYFIELDRD.CLINTONN A storekeeper writes to tell us that he feels our column is too biased on behalf of the con- sumer. The average person, he says, has no idea of what he has to put up with from, "mainly teenagers", a great many, (according •o him) who would,steal anything from a newspaper to a grand piano, (if he had one!) They usually enter his store in large numbers, making it virtually impossible for him t I watch them all. His losses due to pilfering are staggering for a small store, he says, and when he contacts the parent of a child that he has actually caught in the act, he usually winds up making an enemy + of them o also, some who were regular and good customers. Well, this is one small businessman's story and we print it in its entirety, without comment. • Clinton Community Credit Union Good Dividends Convenient office hours 482- I 1 3467 7i 70 Ontario '" Street I liked two lamp tables and gave a $10 deposit on the understanding that they would be delivered within two weeks. After almost a month they arrived, - the wrong tables! They picked- them up promptly, but then phoned to inform me that they couldn't get the ones I wanted. When I refused to settle for anything else I was told to come and get my 510 refund but after 3 months I'm still waiting! All I've got up to now is excuses, like people being out, and it's in, the mail, etc. I've even been at their head office, but it's done no good. Apparently, they spell "had" in a very peculiar fashion because they sent you a cheque eight days after they assured us they "had" paid .you. & Son T. Pryae Ltd. __ District Representative Don Denomme 1 75 HAMILTON GGDERICH MONUMENTS • MARKERS LETTERING 524- -2373 or 64 2.1 _ -- appointments _anytime I hav been a non-smoker all my life and three years ago lost my only brother due to lung cancer caused by over 30 years of heavy smoking. Somewhere recently I read where matches can also cause cancer, but 1 can't remember where I read it and I wondered if your office has any way of verifying this fact, because my friends all think I'm crazy! "Not only cigarettes, but the manner in which they are lighted, may be the source of cancer," a University of Missouri physician. says. Dr. Carl J. Marienfeld, director of the university's environmental health sur- veillance centre, says that he has identified several suspected cancer-causing agents which emanate from book -type, was -impregnated matches, and wick type lighters when ignited. LTD. 411 • HOME FURNISHINGS FLOOR COVERINGS HOME FURNISHINGS 71 ALBERT ST. 4829505