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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1978-11-02, Page 12PAGE 12 —CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2 , 1978 Huron has many seniors Figures on population trends point up the urgent need for priority on planning to meet the housing, medical, transportation and other social needs of senior citizens in small towns and villages. The indications, are, however, that the problems now being met in smaller centres will be more general within 25 years. Present efforts to meet those needs in smaller centres should help in dealing with problems that will arise in larger centres as their percentage of senior citizens increase. Towns like Exeter, Clinton, Listowel, Wingham, Mitchell, Harriston and Lucknow have between 15' percent and 24 percent of their population over the age of 65. By comparison, local townships range between seven and 12 percent senior citizens, and cities like Mississauga are as low as four percent. In Canada, as a whole, just nine percent of the population is over the age of 65. Experts tell us that by the year 2001 the national percentage of senior citizens will be about 12 percent, and, by 2031 it is expected to reach 20 percent. The Rural Develop- ment Outreach Project (R.D.O.P.) of the University of Guelph, which is. working in the local area, has met with local agency personnel who suggest that a comprehensive study of the needs, concerns and expectations of senior citizens should help provide immediate an- swers for the local community. At the same time, they expect such efforts to point the way for future planning to meet the needs of Canada's elderly. The R.D.O.P. has already begun to ac- cumulate information on the elderly in parts of Huron County, and plans to continue in the hope of providing a clearer un- derstanding of the problems of an aging population in a rural area. The facts and opinions already ' gathered have confirmed the view that an emphasis on the needs and concerns of senior citizens would be an appropriate and useful way for the University of Guelph to support rural development in Huron County and indeed throughout the province. The preliminary efforts show clearly that the problems relating to quality of life for the elderly in a rural com- munity are many. Fin- ding solutions will demand co-ordinated and concerted effort. Here are some of . the findings to date: Retired citizens attending a workshop on the elderly, sponsored by the R.D.O.P. of the University of Guelph. identified the following difficulties facing seniors in a rural area: Changes in the rural pattern of living were seen as factors which affected all parts of society but created special problems for, senior citizens who often found it difficult to change and adapt to them; lack of com- munication with other seniors was observed as an alienating factor and contributedto feelings of isolation; while improved health facilities are available to the com- munity, seniors felt that in some areas the lack of a ."local doctor" created an uneasy situation for them; and transportation is dependent in large part on the wishes of others and at their convenience - sombtimes vehicles, whether private or public are not suitable to seniors. In a survey of the Wingham and Turnberry Township area, 20 per- cent of the seniors said they were not satisfied with services available. In the same survey, answers indicated a lack of transportation for seniors, and a lack of information about ser- vices that were available in the community. Local agency personnel within the community have outlined a number of areas of concern to seniors. These include: isolation and loneliness were observed as predisposing factors to many types of chronic illnesses; no central information service for seniors exists. Some assistance to persons with disabilities is available from various service clubs; however, this information is not always readily available to the group in need; insufficient financial resources resulting in unsatisfactory housing conditions and inadequate nutritional level were felt to be problems facing seniors; and inadequacy of ser- vices (gaps) and inef- ficiencies due to distance were evident. The University of Guelph, through its R.D.O.P. seeks the help and involvement of the widest possible cross section of the community. Anyone who wishes to assist or make suggestions may contact the agency by phoning Wingham 357-9911 or Guelph 824-4120, ex- tension 3637. National 4-H meet Representatives from 4-H clubs across Canada will meet in Toronto next month to discuss energy use in food production. Eight representatives from each province and several representatives from the United States will attend the 47th an- nual National 4-H con- ference, says Doug. Wagner, youth extension, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food. The conference, sponsored by the Canadian Council on 4-11 Clubs, will be held November. 7 to 13 in conjunction with the 50th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. "Delegates to the conference will tour major - food production 20 ratepayers attend... • from page 11 organizations which experience would be of assistance to him if successful. He gave several goals he had if elected: Greater har- mony and, understanding between rural and urban areas of Tuckersmith township; I would like to see re -implementation of a recreation board in- volving all of Tucker - smith township; a greater emphasis on industrial planning in township; a continued emphasis on budget and spending controls. "Through urban and rural background I feel I can accomplish this if elected," he concluded. Harvey Hammond of Brucefield, who owns property and works at Vanastra, said he has both rural and urban training to assist him in making decisions. He said he had no great axe to grind but thought no council should be un- challenged. Michael Connolly, RR 3, Kippen acclaimed as representative of the township and Seaforth for the Huron Perth County Roman Catholic Separate School Board spoke for briefly on his work on the board and offered to ^nswer any questions. He spoke of the declining enrolment the board had to cope with and said he felt,"the anti-inflation boarhelped us -- costs might have got further out of hand." Dorothy Williams, representing the town- ship and Clinton on the Huron County Board of Education said as a retired teacher she was busier now than ever as a school board member attending meetings and special events. As a member of the early school leaving com- mittee, she was proud of the success her com- mittee had in en- couraging young people to continue in school. She spoke of a major problem facing the school board as the result of the government cutting,down on capital funding for technical classes when new equipment is needed to replace that bought when classes first started. She said night school people use this equipment which comes out of the day school budget which also causes a problem. She said about half the students are enrolled in technical, classes which she finds good for the students. She asked "We have come to the stage of, Do we carry on these courses?" And if we do, how do we finance them, the board has not budgeted for them. "If we junk them, what do we do with the students?" she asked. She said a meeting to discuss the problem ils planned. Cleave Coombs who represents the township on the Seaforth Com- munity Hospital board spoke briefly saying that the hospital was being run very well in spite of the money cut-backs. "We don't get grants as we used to. As we get the money we are buying some new equipment. We have a good staff of doctors." plants in Toronto to discover the amount of energy used in food production," says Mr. Wagner. They will also attend sessions explaining the consumer price index. These sessions will compare food prices in various parts of ,the country. Delegates will be asked to speculate on reasons for varying prices. Other information sessions featured at the conference will include talks . about Canada's major energy resources. "Another highlight of the conference will be a visit to the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair's first Youth Day, November 9;' says Mr. Wagner. In dntario, more than 25,000 rural young people participate in 4-H agricultural and hoMemaking clubs. These programs are sponsored by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food. CHANGE IN NAME, INDEPENDENT SHIPPER United Co -Operatives of Ontario Livestock Department Toronto Ship your livestock with FRANK VOOGEL Dashwood Monday is shipping day from Varna Stockyard previously Roy Scotchmer '1.15 per hundred for cattle. '1.50 per hundred for veal and sheep. Call bashwood 235-2707 or Bayfield 565-2636 By 7:30 a.m. Monday for prompt service No charges on pick-up "has Gobbed up very well 11 -Denis Naud, Valleyfield T800is the amazing, all-new, single - cross corn hybrid specially developed by Trojan for the cooler Canadian conditions. Available in very limited quantities this year, T800 can only be seen in Trojan Special Test plots in the 2500-2700 CHU maturity areas, "T800 is nota tall plant and it's handling high population very well," said Mr. Naud. Speaking of another plot near Oshawa, James Dickison said, "The standability of T800 seems to be as good as the later Trojan hybrids -- and I've always found they have excellent st ndability, "I'm looking forward to seeing the results this harvest," he said. • Chick this newspaper for the results when Trojan's special' Test plots are harvested in this area. The plots are on the farms of Donald Beano Godarich, cut Kerr LilrfoWel. At an annual meeting attended by about 250 at Pineridge Chalet Friday night, the Huron Federation of Agriculture elected a new executive. Centre is new president, Merle Gunby of Ashfield, flanked by newly elected director Lyle Haney of Tuckersmith, left, 2nd vice president Bev Brown of Turnberry, first vice president Gerry Fortune of Howick and director Gordon Blanchard of McKillop. A third new director at large, Louise Marrltt was not at the meeting. (Expositor photo) news farm news Tri -county Holstein show October 13 was, the date of the Tri -County Holstein Show. John H. Gillespie, Cambridge -Galt placed 116 head for 36 exhibitors. The Premier Breeder Award was won by Hol - Den Farm, Clinton and the Premier Exhibitor Award by Kennairn Farm, Blyth. The first prize Aged Cow out of 12 entries, Typlus Cyclone Jody was declared Grand Cham- pion Female. This stylish female is sired by Pawnee Farm Reflection Emperor. Jaclin Holsteins, Maxwell exhibited this female and also Jody's stablemate, the first four-year-old (12) and Reserve Grand Champion, Linden -S Emperor Victory. In addition, Jaclin topped the three-year-old (13.) and Junior Yearling (11) classes. . Inglwae Persuer Betsy, a daughter of Inglwae Persuer, was declared Junior Champion for owner Allan Bell, Durham. This first Senior Yearling (1p placed over the second Senior Yearling and " Reserve Junior Champion, Harberhaven Autumn, shown by Percy Watke, Hanover. Two Bull calves were shown. Wilbepit Freeman Gorie; Robert G. Hawthorne, Listowel and Haigsee Haven Ltd., Elora exhibited the first prize calf .and Male Champion, Bobmur Royalty Gord. This son of A Burke Hollow Royalty placed over a `Unique' male, Bobnan Big Mac, shown by Bobnan Farms, Blyth. Kerview Marquis Rosette, a 'Ned' Senior Calf (12) won for William Kerr, Dundalk. Heading the two-year-old class (15) was Hol -Den Esquire Holly exhibited by Hol - Den Farm, Clinton. Ellwood E. Seili, Wroxeter showed the number one Dry Cow (8) Grand Vale Paris Maggie. The first prize Breeder's Herd went to Kenneth J., Ramsey (Kennairn Farm). Two county herds were shown. First prize went to Grey and second prize to Huron. TO THE RATEPAYERS OF SEAFORTH, McKILLOP & HULLETT Sincere thanks for your support at the polls on Novem- ber 13, look forward to serving you In the future. Please feel free to call me at 527-0435. John E. Henderson Howson Mills ELEVATOR DIVISION, Receiving New Crop Corn • Fast Unloading • Probe System for Corn • Sell, Store or Contract your Corn. HOWSON & HOWSON LTD. BLYTH 523-4241 ELEVATOR: 1 mile east of Blyth off County Rd. 25 PHONE 523-9624 Mir WHY TAKE CHANCES?? Farmers should treat warblesby December Ontario dairymen should launch campaigns against warbles. before December 1. "Treating dairy cattle for warbles in October or November is more than 90 percent effective," says Harold Clapp, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food dairy cattle specialist. It prevents stress, damage to meat and hide, and milk loss caused by gadding. "The warble fly's life cy- cle can be broken now. This insect can't be controlled in the summer when it's in flight." Several insecticides are available for warble treat- ment. Grubex, Co-op Warble Killer, Neguvon, and Spot - ton are systemics, which penetrate the animal's skin, and are carried by the bloodstream throughout the body. "Treat young cattle accor- ding to weight," suggests Mr. Clapp.."Never treat lac- tating cows or cows within ten day of freshening, becausethe bloodstream would contain the systemic, and the Milk would be con- taminated." Apply an adequate dosage, accordingto the manufac- turer's directions. An insuf- ficient application kills the warble grubs too slowly, causing a buildup of toxins. Stiffness and paralysis may result. If this happens, keep the animal moving, and con- sult a veterinarian. Mr. Clapp suggests treating cattle late in the day, so they can be observed the next morning for possi- ble side effects. Treatment should be avoided from December to March. The grubs may have migrated to the spinal column, and treatment may cause swelling or paralysis. Besides killing warble grubs, systemics provide ex- cellent lice control. The first treatment kills all feeding lice, but unhatched eggs re- main. A second treatment, three weeks later, kills the remaining lice. Warble control was promoted widely last year by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, and industry officials. Last year, warble infestation in On- tario cattle declined from 33 to 10 percent, according to the Meat Packers' Council of Canada. To eliminate losses from this pest, dairymen must continue warble control. Ministry of Agriculture and Food personnel plan warble meetings across Ontario this fall. Don is shown above checking over his before leaving for his next job. DONALD STROUD (formerly Stroud Custom Spraying - Kirkton) EXPERIENCED LICENCED CATTLE SPRAYER is looking forward to meeting old and new customers. equipment Don't delay - Fast complete and efficient service. * BEANS * GRAINS * SEEDS * FERTILIZER * CHEMICALS * CUSTOM CATTLE AND FIELD SPRAYING * CENTRALIA 228-6661 HENSALL. 262-2410 "NO JOB TOO BIGOR TOO SMALL" KIRKTON 229-8986 • •