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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1972-07-06, Page 121"e >ir2 41004:111llell. Thursday. July- a. 1 972 Tile Wee -..'Fiches, Thursday, July 6, 1972 ers .escape injury in five area accidents The Wingham detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police last week investigated five collisions Tin which eight .vehicles were in- volved but no injuries or major damage reported. On Tuesday of last week ve- hicles driven by Doneld Ireland of RR 2, Teeswater and John W. Moore of RR 1, Essex were in- volved in an accident on Highway 4 just north of the Belmore road in Culross Township. Damages_ were minor. A one -vehicle mishap occurred Thursday when a car driven by William t. Chambers of RR. 4, Wingham, left,' Highway 86 just east of Highway 4, struck several guide posts, a road sign and a standard. Damage to the vehicle was estimated at $600. The same day in Brussels, a parked vehicle owned by James S. McCallum was struck by an unknown vehicle and sustained approxffnately $200 damage. Only minor damages resulted in a similar mishap In the same town on Sunday when a parked vehicle owned by Raymond Adams of Brussels was struck by a car driven by David R. Huether also of Brussels. A Sarnia man, Daniel A. Bail- ey, escaped uninjured when his vehicle spun out of control on a race track in 'Lyth and struck some guide posts. Damages to his vehicle were estimated at $500. What's new at Huronview? Mr. Van Der Ende of the Clin- ton Christian Reform Church led a song service in the auditorium on Sunday evening. Marie Flynn of Clinton, along ,with her mother, Mrs. Dale as- sisted with the music and volun, teer work on Monday- afternoon activities. The residents of Huronview having birthdays in June were honored at a party on Wednesday afternoon, sponsored by the Dashwood Women's Institute. The 24 celebrants each received a gift from the Institute and were served tea and 'birthday cake along with 125 residents. Mrs. Schenk was mistress of cere- monies for the program, accom- panied at the piano by Mrs. Kleinstiver. Several numbers by the chorus of six ladies and read- ings by Mrs. Rader rounded an enjqq able afternoon. Mrs. Fink- beider thanked the ladies on be- half of the residents. Russell and Evelyn Archer of Clinton showed pictures and gave a commentary on their recent trip to Japan at the Family Night program. Jim Murray and Nor- man Speir with their violins and Marie Flynn at the piano provid- ed several musical numbers with a step dance by Debbie Flynn. Higgins reunion well attended BELGRAVE -•- On Sunday 83 members of the Higgins clan signed the register at the. Bel - more community centre. Every- one was welcomed by the presi- dent, Ivan Haskins of Gorrie. Grace was sung :and all enjoyed a delicious dinner. During the business part of the meeting one minute *of silence was observed in memory of members who had passed away. Mrs. Jack Marks .gave the secre- tary -treasurer's report and read a message from Mrs. Margaret Higgins, Blyth, and Miss Lenore Fbur injured in accidents A pothole on County Road 16 near Newry spelled trouble for motorcyclist, Brian Evans, 26, Kitchener, July 1. Striking 'the hole he fell from his machine, in- juring his left Shoulder and arm and suffering multi -abrasions to the left side of his body. He was given treatment at Wingham and District Hospital and released. The incident was investigated by P.C. Lindsay of the Listowel de- tachment OPP. ' Glenda Johnston, '14 -year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ken Johnston, of Blyth, received a lacerated left hand when she struck *a sharp object while swimming at. Donnybrook Park in the river. She. was treated at the hospital here and released. An accident while working. at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Doer, gave Wayne Doer, 15, of RR 2, Wingham, a deep laceration to his left knee. A skill saw he was using slipped: He. was, treated at Wingham and Dis- trict Hospital. David Russell Elliott, aged 21, Brussels, was admitted to hospi- tal here June 27 with gunshot wounds to the chest. His condition was reported fair early this week. • The ineident is under investiga- tion by C. P. Ricker and' Cpl. Croskill of the Wingham detach- ment, OPP. Higgins of London who were on vacation for the month of June in Scotland. Mr. and Mr's. Ron Higgins, Stratford, conducted the games for adults and presented Mrs. Effie Fitch of Corrie for being the oldest lady present. Larry Hig- gins, Toronto,• received the honor oil being the oldest man and also. for coming the farthest. Stewart Higgins, Wroxeter, had the most grandchildren pres- ent and Matthew Higgins, three- month -old son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Higgins was the ' youngest member. , , Frank Graham, St. Marys, thanked the lunch committee and extended an invitation to St. Marys next year for the reunion. .The rest of the- afternoon was spent renewing acquaintances LION •C,OLIN CAMPBELL turns over a barbecued steak in the nick of time while Kins- man John Mclnnes (right) does likewise on another barbecue as Lion Lorne McDonald, in straw hat, keeps an eye on proceedings. The culinary craftsmen were preparing dinner• for the Lion -Kin interclub meet at Wingham Golf Club Tuejlay of last week. (Staff Photo) Huron board announces. retirements, appointments At their monthly meeting last tral; Mrs. Mildred Desjardine, J. week the Huron County Board of A. D. McCurdy Public School; Education reviewed an updated Miss Linda Ward, Stephen Cen- list of the teachers under their . tral; Mrs. Gayle Redmond, Vic - employ who have announced toric Public; Michael Vrooman, their intention to resign posts as Victoria Public; Mrs. Patricia of this school year. The board Fraser, Central Huron Secondary also -reviewed and approved a list School; Mrs: B. Wilson, F. E. Ma - of teaching appointments and dill S.S.; Ronald J. Carter, transfers. Goderich D.C.I. ; Miss Jean Cul - Teaching staff resignations up len, GDCI; Wayne B. Horner, to May 31 included Mrs. Mary GDCI; and John Haly of F. E. Holland of Blyth Public School; Madill. Mrs. Helen Corrigan, Holmes- Resignations were also re- ville Public School; Mrs. Jane ceived from two secretaries em - Groves, also of Holmesville; Mrs. ployed by the board, Miss Grace M. King, Howick Central; Mrs. Koskamp of Hullett Central Carol Donaldson, Howick Cen- School and Mrs. Joan Henry of F. E. Madill. Secondary School. Appointments in Area Schools Teaching appointments made by the board included Miss Kath- ryn Beatty presently with the North York Board to teach Itiner- ant Music; Glenn. Buck from Stratford T.C. to Howick Central; Mrs. Kathleen Cruikshank from F. E. Madill to Wingham Public Durham resort gets .$28,000. A year round vacation resort, located in Durham, will expand and improve its facilities assisted by an Ontario Development Cor- poration tourist industry loan of $28,000. The,government loan has been authorized for Watra Re- sorts Limited to refurbish exist- . ing accommodation and increase recreational facilities. The 100 -acre property provides guest accommodation for fifty people and has developed snow- mobile trails and cross 'country skiing as winter attractions. and enjoying the children's °-Porte us sports, conducted byMr. and Mrs. David Penner f J.istowel. Members 'were present from Toronto; Stratford, St. Marys, Listowel, Wroxeter, Corrie,. Fordwich, .Wingham, Brussels, Clinton and Bayfield: The new executive 'for 1973 is as follows: President, Frank Gra- ham ;,1st vice president, Charles Higgins; 2nd vice president; El- wood Fitch; secretary -treasurer, Mrs. Chester Higgins ; sports committee, Mr. and Mrs. John Cousins and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Pletch; invitations, Mrs. Margaret Higgins and Mrs. Jack Higgins; lunch, .Mr. and Mrs. Ross Higgins, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Warwick, Mr: and Mrs. Raymond Walker and Mr. and Mrs. Jack c M seizing booze • Wingham police have been kept busy for the past several days with a rash of minor crimes and misdemeanors ranging from assault to family 'rows, erratic driving and liquor seizures, a hit- and-run accident, a lost child and finally theft of gasoline from a tank° at Western •Foundry re- ported Tuesday. A lock had been broken on the tank and about 25 gallons stolen. Little Michael Thompson, three-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Ron Thompson, wandered away from home and was re- ported missing but was dis- Marks. overed soon after on Albert Street, evidently none the worse for wear. Charges are pending from a half a dozen liquor seizures, made from cars noticed to be , erratically driven. A number of warnings were issued to erratic drivers. A car owned' by Mrs. Mary E. Lloyd was struck June 30th while parked on John Street, the left rear fender being damaged to.the extent of about $100. A suspect has been apprehended and. charges are pending. 150 entries Close .to 8,000 persons lined the main street of Brussels Saturday afternoon to watchlhe three mile long parade that preceded the of- ficial opening of centennial cele- brations. The parade took. - an hour and a quarter to pass a given point. It contained 150 en- tries from Brussels, Seaforth, Kitchener, Hanover, Goderich and Woodstock. Falls from truck, School;Miss Nancy Card from I.,ambton County to Huron Cen- tennial P.S.; Miss Marja Kam- arainen from Lakehead Univer- sity to Turnberry Central and East Wawanosh P.S. Allan Leggatt from,Stratford to Robertson.pMemorial P.S.; Mrs. Maud McCaughan to Howick Central. From Stratford T.C. to Howick Central,, Miss Judith McDowell, also Miss Elaine McKinnon from Cochrane Iroquois Falls-, Mrs. Marie Parsons and Philip Par- sons to Howick Central School. Robert Redick from London T.C. to Brookside P.S.; Miss Laura Scholl from Stratford T.C. to Brookside P.S.; Mrs. Joan .Shackleton, presently a house- wife, to Itinerant Student Serv- ices; Mrs. Letitia Stirling from Essex County Board to Howick Central; Ronald Wall from Strat- ford T.C. to Turnberry Central. Animal care �n �tc tour area Secondary Schools - Secondary School appoint- ments included the following to F. E. Madill in Wingham : Gordon Cowan from Niagara South Wroxeter dad hurl Board; Gerald Edwards from Peterborough County Board; An eight-year-old Wroxeter Miss Jean HanCock from -OCE; boy, Mark Andrew O'Beirn,. son Carl Hofer from Waterloo.County , of Mr. and Mrs,;D niel. O'Beirn, Board; and Miss Doris Jean Mc - was admitted toe Wingham- Ivor from Bruce County Board. and District Hospital,on Tuesday - Also to F. E. Madill, Miss Linda of last week following a mishap at Rideout . of Althouse C.E. Neil about 6:30 p,m. in the village of Stirling from Essex County Board; and Patricia Wilson from. Wellington County Board. . The Animal Care Caravan is a non-profit organization dedicated to t 1e purpose of educating the pubic on the proper methods of domestic pet care. This will be done by holding discussions and lectures, giving advice, showing films and slides, and handing out literature on the subject of animal care. The topics covered will include the most important aspects of public health, nutrition, breed- ing, training and general management of pets, such as dogs, cats, rodents, birds, fish and reptiles. Contact with the public will take place during the months of July and August at fairs, com- munity centres, clubs, youth or- ganizations, shopping centres, and day camps in Wellington and the surrounding counties. If you think that what we have to offer could( be of service to your organization or group, please contact us at : Animal. Care Cara- van, RI 5, Rockwood, Ontario, phone 824-0769. FLANKED BY FLAGS borne by Legionnaires Bert Morin and Bob Hickey, Leo on and Auxiliary presidents tan Ed ward and Mrs. Robert Hickey were officially instaed at ceremonies held at Wingham branch Tuesday hich furnished the instaln left llationfteamr� (Staff und is Mrs. Alex Graham of the Howick brant Photo) Wroxeter. Mark was apparently riding in the back of a truck driven by Marvin B. McLean of RR 1, Wroxeter, when he fell out of the vehicle. He suffered head in- juries, concussion, scalp lacera- tions, abrasions to •his face and back and injuries to his left arm.' Hospital officials earlier `this week described his condition as fair. Prov: Const. K. Balzer of the Wingham detachment of the On •tario Provincial Police investi- ' gated the incident. Transfers A number of transfers were also requested by teachers and accepted by the principal and superintendent. Included were Mrs. Deirdre Graham from F. E. Madill S.S. to Brookside P.S.; Miss Margaret McKee. from Rob- ertson Memorial P.S. to Howick Central; Miss Shirley ,Norman from Itinerant Special Services to Brookside P.S. and Miss Janet Thomas from Grey Central and Brussels P:S. to Gray Central. 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