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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1953-03-26, Page 1• .• obtritb ar 106th Year -.—No. 13 GODERICH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 26th, 1953 'The cute cookie sitting on the biscuit boxes is Terry Dale, featured singer with the Wayne and Shuster show. The biseuits and the show go to Korea this month, courtesy Christie Brown and Company. Col. George Weir, Chief of Staff, Central Command, Oakville, accepts 1,000 pounds of assorted fancy biscuits from President Stanley 11 Young of Christie 's while Frank Shuster and Johnny Wayne, Canada's most popular comedians, look on. Former Resident Speaks of India At North Street Many people from the other churches in townaswell as from some of the outlying districts at- tended the Thank -Offering meeting of the North Street United Church on Sunday evening. The guest speaker was Miss Mary Clark of Toronto, daughter of a former pastor of North Street and now director of welfare services for the Canadian Institute for the Blind. Miss Clark, who has just returned from attending an international conference for the blind in India, spoke of India and its problems as she saw it during her , four weeks' stay there. She and her party of 60 people also spent two weeks in Israel and Jordan re- spectively in which they_ had a chance to learn of the Jewish -Arab problem. ' The average wage of the working man in India per year is $107.00; the industrialist, $193.00; a house can be built for $2.00. There are fourteen major languages in India. The majority of people can neither read nor write. - There is a great stirring of un- rest in India as it seeks to take her place among the nations of the world and is hardly able to do so alone. The speaker said the people of India have earnest, keen, willing and broad minds. Christian missionaries, have a great part to 'play in India. Three United Church missionaries established a school of high standard education in .Madras. Medical courses have been established by Miss Taylor, a very brilliant Missionary, in the field. The following is the creed of a village companion prepared in a training program: "I believe in village life that can be rich, full, wholesome; in fami- lies founded on mutual affection; in youth in their longings for op- portunity in the fulfilment of their right o trained minds, healthy bodies and clean hearts; in pillage peofile's ability to solve their own problems and develop their own lives; in my own work for the opportunity of being of service to others for all men need self re- spect, friendship, recognition and opportunity. Therefore, I will en- deavor to be friendly, honest, sincere._ and_ humble_and_to work with village people for better fam- ily living, more productive fields, better live stock and more com- fortable and beautiful homes, thus making community life more satis- fying and because I believe all these things I shall endeavor to ful- fil them." Scripture was read by Mrs. H. Turner. Prayer was offered by the president. Mrs. Hopard Robertson, who also welcomM the speaker. The offering was dedicated by Mrs. H. Turner. In voicing her ap- preciation for the privilege of be- ing back among old friends, Miss Clark cited instances of when as a child she used to slip into the pulpit just to see how it felt but never expected that she would one day address an audience from the same pulpit. A social hour in the basement of the church followed the ser- vice, during which light refresh- ments were served and people were given an opportunity to meet Miss Clark. 9STH BIRTHDAY Rocking gently back and forth in his favorite old-time rocking chair, Walter Henry, Cambria road, on Monday quietly celebrated his 95th birthday. He read his birth- day cards, enjoyed his gifts and chatted with those who called to wish him "happy birthday." He reads consider- ably—and without glatses. He does a bit of oil painting as he has done all his life. He smokes cigars and enjoys the odd bottle of "pop." COLBORNE TOWNSHIP IS PUSHING ATHLETICS Colborne Township has decided to enter an intermediate baseball team in the W.O.A.A., and is hop- ing that one or two minor teams may be organized also. --An initial meeting was held on March 16 to form' a Colborne Township Athletic Association when directors were named.' Now a second meeting is totire'lheld at Carlow Township Hall on Monday, March 30, at 8 ptownship .m., at which all citizens interested in sport are urged to attend. Further arrangements i e- garding the supervision of, sport of all kinds in the township will be made at this time. The advice and support of all citizens is sought. MANY ATTEND C.W.L.'S ST. PATRICK'S SUPPER About 300 patrons "celebrated St. Patrick's day by attending a buffet supper in the banquet room of the British Exchange Hotel. This is one of the delightful af- fairs sponsored w annually by the Catholic Women's League. The St. Patrick motif was carried out in green and pink featuring sham- rocks, pink pigs and top hats. The tables were centred with •raities in - bloom and a pretty tea table was centred with green carnations,, and pink tulips. Mrs. T. M. Costello and Mrs. Leo Chis- holm presided over the tea urns. The young ladies of the parish convened and served the supper in true Irish style. A draw was made on a green motor rug which was won by Al- bert Rose, Regent street. AT LONG LAST 0,11 D . The. iMignia at the, , left is carried on the ABC* masthead on page two ,t of the Signal -Star for o the first time this co Lsi% , week. It denotes ac- ceptance of the Sig- nal -Star into the ranks of ABC— Audit Bureau of Circulations, an International organization whosel membership includes many hund- red's of newspapers, weekly and daily. National advertisers can now secure from ABC a certified statement as to the Signal -Star circulation . . and know they will t have a correct picture of the cir- culation to guide them in placing advertising. It has taken the Sig- nal -Star several years to get its 1 circulation up to a paid in advance basis, as required by ABC. Now, the Signal -Star's circulation is! about 97 per cent paid in advance and the few remaining who are not paid in advance are urged to do so as it helps the Signal -Star's rating very considerably in the eyes of national advertisers. Pastoral 13Mindary Changes Discussed As District Minister Shortage Looms • DUNGANNON, March 24.— Problems of proposed shifting of pastoral boundaries due to the shortage of ministers were discussed at a largely, attended, meeting at Dungannon 'United • Church Monday evening. Due to a rumored closing of Crewe United Church, it was stated neiv pastoral boundaries would MeanTDungannon, Port Albert and Nile might be one charge. Should Crewe con- tinue, however, it would mean a four point charge. Voting and petitions at the Crewe United Church during the past few weeks have been going on but as yet Aci,..d.efinite de- cision has llten reached. It is expected that a congrega- tional meeting of Crewe Un- ited Church in the near future will be held on the issue. Another proposed pastoral bdkindary would place Victoria Street United Church of Gode- rich, Benmiller and Union churches in one charge. Hearing' Delayed As Man Ordered Get 'Cleaned Up' It took a warrant and police to bring a Seaforth man to weekly court in Goderich last Thursday after he had been told the day before in Seaforth court to go home and get "cleaned up." Appearing before Magistrate D. E. Holems in cleaner condition than he had previously, Clarence Reeves pleaded guilty to collecting - junk and storing it on his premises without a permit and was fined $10 and costs or a week in jail. Looking at photographs of the premises submitted by, William Empey, Huron County Board of Health inspector, Magistrate Holmes asked, "Is this in a residen- tial section of Seaforth?" He was told it was and Crown Attorney H. Glenn Hays,•Q.C., said neighbors were complaining. "I don't wonder," commented the magistrate. Mr. Hays added that he had learned the accused had paid no attention to a Fire Marshal's warn- ing. First Home Ready April 24 -Mayor first of the 25 low rental houses is expected to be completed anti available for occupation April 24, Mayor J. E. Huckins reported at last Friday night's meeting of Town Council. From that date onward, the mayor said, the houses should be available in rapid succession: Meanwhile, application forms are available at Town Clerk S. H. Blake's office. These are to be completed by applicants and re- turned to the clerk's office not later than March 31 at 9 a.m. Pouring of concrete for the foundations of the homes was sche- duled to start this week. The completely pre -fabricated homes will be moved to Goderich from London and it is believed to be the first time in Canada 'pre -fabs have- been moved such a distance to building lots. Last Saturday, Mayor Huckins met with a representative of the Department of Planning ant De- velopment, R K..McConclociM,- of Toronto, and names of three men were proposed to make up the Goderich Housing Authority. These names were submitted to the -plan- ning and development .department and when the authority is named the three-man board will select tenants for the houses. At the council meeting, the mayor suggested that the housing development be given a special name. He proposed that the name be in keeping With Coronation year. Squirts' Hockey Teams Impress Walkerton Fans High praise for the Squirts hockey teams of Goderich and their trainer, Howard Carroll, was voiced in a letter to the Signal - Star this week from Walkerton where the young players put on an exhibition game recently. The letter is as follows: Walkerton, Ont., March 23, 1953. ,"I attended the annual Police- men's hockey game in this town on the 20th acid saw just what wfis to be expected from the main event. But the Squirt teams from Goderich sure stole the show.. I a have seen a lot of hockey games S of all classes and their exhibition sure topped them all. Not .only mb my estimation bu't all other Walkerton fans as well. You have the makings of not a few champ- ions in those boys. A big hand is due their trainers and handlers as well. More power to them. A HOCKEY PAN." Subscription lalro.u• NAVIGATION ...HERE_ :OPENSFOR HYDRO RATES ARE REVIEWED BY GODERICH TOWN COUNCIL High hydro rates and a bill for, $2,000 owing on last year's bydro costs brought the Ontario Hydroj Electric Power Commission in for strong criticism at last Friday' might's Town- Council meeting. Bringing the matter to a head, Councillor Charles ' M. Robertson told how when he came here 40'. years ago, water and hydro affairs were looked after by the town. When the HEPC got control of the power here, he said, "we were told as the years went by that we. would pay less." He said people of Goderich want- ed to know why hydro rates were rising and laid the blame for in- creased rates to the hydro com- mission. "We have no fault to find with our own (Public Utilities) commission," he said. ,"I think they're pretty well controlled by Toronto anyway." Councillor Robertson. said also he wished to know why it took so long to find out the town was losing money pumping water from the lake. He said that cost of pumping was 18 cents per 1,000 gallons, yet the town was selling water for 10 or '11 cents. "Why did it, take so 'long to find this out?" he asked. "We were told when we con- verted from 25 to 60 -cycle power that we would have cheaper light and power — everything looked rosy," he said. "The first thing we know we are told we will have to pay 15 per cent extra for hydro." _ Council, he sAid, had received the commission's "13th" report and looked for a rebate. "But we find ourselves with a deficit of $2,000. We (the citizens) would like to know why. I think the people of Goderich have a right to know why these afflictions are being piled on us at the present time.'' in an attempt to clarify the hydro question, Councillor Ernest C. Fisher said he had gone to the local PUC office to see if be could find answers to questions being asked by citizens. He said the PUC had budgeted for a 15 per cent surplus this year' , to be returned to the municipality. "That's something new," com- mented Mayor J. E. Huckins. Councillor .Fisher said he had investigated -hydro rates on the line from Stratford to Goderich and found considerable variance in different centres. Commenting on the difference in rates between Clinton and Gode- rich, Councillor John Vincent said he understood Goderich Township residents use the power lines that run from Clinton to Goderich yet pay their hydro bills in Clinton. As a solution to the problem, Mayor Huckins suggested a flat rate for hydro for the whole pro- vince. Councillor Fisher suggested that if Goderich had more industries, the overall hydro rate would be cheaper. Pointing to the estimate for street lighting for 1953 of $10,927, councillor Fisher said this was an increase of about 40 per cent over that of 1952 when it was $7,060. In 1951 it was $7,039. Councillor Fisher said he asked the PUC for an explanation of this and was told it was due to in- creased cost of maintenance for street lighting such as ,youngsters throwing stones and damaging hydro fixtures and 20 per cent of the hydro conversion costs being assessed to the town and spread over a period of years. Only Teacher Never Criticized By Any Parent Is Dead One, School Panel Told I 0 Queen Mary Dead Flags on public building* in Goderich are flying at half mast in mourning for Dow- ager Queen Mary who passed away in her -sleep on Tues- day night in her 85th year. The stately former Queen will be buried in Windsor Castle, following a state fun- eral, beside her late husband, King George V, who died in 1936. Gollerich and district joins with the Commonwealth and the world at large in deepest sympathy for a -de- voted Queen in whose life was displayed the, hall marks of true greatness. AIMIIMMININIMIIIIIIIIIMIN1111111111111111111111k Increased Levy In Estimates of Local Collegiate Up nine -tenths of a mill over the figuie for last year, Goderich District Collegiate Institute's ex- penditure estimate was referred to the finance committee at last Fri- day's meeting of Town Council. The estimate this year is $69,324.74, of which the town'F; 'Share • is $32,692.31. Goderich's share represents a levy of 6.9 mills on the last equalized assessment. Last year's estimate represented a I levy of six mills. Estimates for other municipal- ities in the distriet are: Ashfield Township, $8,359.18; Colborne, $11,788.22; 6oderich Township, $6,466.34; Hullett, $1,659.66; Wawa - nosh East, 51,780.37 and Wawanosh West, $6.578.63. Also referred by council to the finance committee were estimates from the Public School Board totaling 570,183 requiring a levy of 15 mills, the same rate as re- quested last year. 0 The teachers of Goderich Public School discussed the problems fac ing parents and teachers at a round table conference which fea turd .the program of the Home and School Association on Tuesday night in the school auditorium. Mrs. Paul Hill president, opened the meeting. The panel discussion by the teachers was conducted by Prin- cip61 H. M. Shackleton. "Are we training our children to think and learn?" was 'answered by Mrs. J. F. Cory. She said thinking was a form of behaviour to which children should 'be train- ed. The classroom should be pleasant and cheerful; newer books should be studied. From Grade I up, all readers are accompanied by work books, which induce thinking. In older classrooms, open ,discussion is encouraged, which brings out correct, thinking by accurate expression. Miss Helen Videan discussed, "Should my child repeat a year?" Various reasons might contribute to this necessity such as illness; change from one school to another. If reading ability is not sufficient, the child should repeat, and the primary is the place for failure, she advised. Valentines "What about Valentines in the school?" was an apt question, an- swered by Mrs. John Graham. These create problems as work is interrupted; Valentines brought to class for children in other rooms, have to be sorted out. The num- ber brought in for distribution causes some heartaches as some children receive more than others. A lot -of money i& -spent- on them, and teachers don't know what to do about this, problem. Children are more interested in seeing how many they can get: President, Mrs. Hill, suggested that instead of the exchange of Valentines, let the children place the money in a box to be sent to the starving children in Korea. "What can be done about the child .promoted on size and age?" was the problem answered by Mrs. L. Thorneloe. These pupils, who. although they have not completed e grade, have outgrown it, and lny, now are promoted on weight or height. In former years, there were few went beyond Grade VIII; now they go on. Their ability and interest are far from the academic ,field. Much is planned for the average arid over -average. School should be a place where each can find his niche. Frank discussions could be held with parent and teacher after school; Miss C. Leishman stated on the question "Why doesn't the teacher give an accurate account of what the child is doing?" ft is Atifficult oft "Open night" to dol so when others are present. Some teachers have had their rooms open on Mondays, but few parents took advantage' of this. Heartbreaks Comparison of marks often lead- ing to heartbreaks, has been done way with," Miss Margaret Mason toted, answering the questlon, "Why is the standing of pupils not put on the report card?" It should be sufficient to know the progress of the child, and more important to have him work and find his grading improved than as to how his standing compares with his neighbor's. "Do you think the accelerated • • ALL "TIED" UP Maybe there's something to this "old school tie" business after all. When G. M. Ross, - general manager" of the Air Cadet League of Canada visit- ed Goderich on an inspection trip last week, he talked with -F. M. "Scotty" Wood, of Gade- rich, a member of the Mait- land Air Cadet Committee. Since both men served in the Royal, Flying Corps in World War I, Mr. Ross was surprised to find that "Scotty" wasn't wearing .an RFC tie. And when "Scotty" explained he didn't own an RFC tie, Mr. ROss insisted that "Scotty" ac- cept his flying corps neckpiece itt exchange. class is good for children?" de- pends on the latter, Miss Lottie Robinson declared. If physically healthy, an ordinary amount of perception, and willing and ready to apply it, the child will not be affected. If he has to work too hard to keep up, finds it a burden, he should not be accelerated. Na child is forced to be accelerated. Mrs. Morris felt that a very bright child takes the limelight away. Miss E. Hume and Miss K. Holmes, kindergarten teachers were asked, "Should a mother teach a child before he comes to school?" Miss Holmes suggested that mo- thers during the summer holidays should take the child to the school to acquaint him with its surround- ings. aTeach him to recognize his own clothes so he, can dressIbini- self. Don't teach him to print or write, she advised as the pre- ochool age lacks co-ordination. Miss Hume had a few "don'ts." Teach the children that the police are their friends. Don't let any- one put fear in them; don't talk baby talk and don't mock them, "Send your children to school well rested and having had, a good breakfast. Tell the ,teacher of any disability." Home Work "What is the parents' attitude toward home work?" was discussed by Miss Gertrude Sturdy and Miss G McDowell The former felt home work should be • done in the .senior grades; and Miss McDowell ex.' pressed concern about home work which she said develops a sense of responsibility and confidence...An the pupil's own ability. People in industrial plants have trouble with employees lacking these. he urged parents to co-operate ind help make home work a habit. It helps keep children off the street and is a link between parents and teachers, and assists in covering the course. Mr. M. 11. Stephens spoke on "How can we get the children to realize that, as a preparation for life, they must face difficult prob- lems courageously and with per- severance?" Dull things should be made bright, but children must be prepared to attack difficult pro- blems. Effort ;must he put into work, and though the mastering of all subjects is not easy, his at- tempts to do so will assist in meet- ing life's problems. Laughter followed Miss E. Mae- Deriald's assertion; "If anyone ev'er hears of a teacher about whom (Continued on page 4) LOW RENTALS SOUGHT FOR ELDERLY PERSONS Low rental accommodation for elderly persons was discussed at a meeting at London on Wednes- day attended by representatives of municipalities from central and Western Ontario. Goderich was represented by Mayor J. E. Huckins and town clerk 'S. IL Blake. A similar meeting was held the same day at Kingston for eastern Ontario. The discussions are under the supervision of the Community Planning Association of Canada and the Community Welfare Council of Ontario. GODERICH FISHERMEN REPORT GOOD CATCHES Good catches of perch and fair catches of whitefish . were reported by Goderich fishermen along the waterfront yesterday, although the battle was rough against cold Lake Huron winds, Best catches were reported to have been gained by Ed. Siddall, spending his second year fishing out of Goderich. For the past few weeks crews have been going out , almost daily. Fishermen say their luck has been good despite the fact they have started earlier this , year than they have in many former years. ILL- WITH THE "FLU" Mr. W. H. Robertson is confined 1 to his home with the "flu." Al- though the Signal -Star changed ownership a year ago last Septem- , ber, Mr. Robertson has continued to write the editorials. His long experiencein municipal , and county matters together with his keen observance of the trend of . events in the world at large has. contributed very considerably to the Signal -Star's editorial page. ' This week is the first time in quite a few years that Mr. Robertson has been unable through illness! to write the editorials. It is oifr sincere hope that he will soon return to his normal good health. 'Open House" Held By Skating Club The Goderich Figure , Skating Club held "Open House" .at the Arena Tuesday evening when sev eral hundred spectators enjoyed the skating exhibitions of the youngsters under the direction of the club professional,. Mrs. .June Smith. The club has a total mem- bership of about 80. There were exhibitions by the entire ensemble and also several solo numbers by Mrs. $mith. Fea- ture numbers were as follows: Beginners'uartette, Trudy Adams, Holly Holmes, Jo Anne Johnston, Carol Aitken; solo, Penny Thorpe; pair, Jeanine Young and Ruth Reinhart. The program was concluded by, a grand march with the entire group taking- part. Most of the skaters have done no figure skating previous, to this sing* Copies, tic SEAS Mohawk. Deer First Ship to Leave Others Said Ready by First of Month 0 ACCIDENT; TRAIN LATE The C.N.R. early afternoon train into Goderich on Wed- nesday was about one hour late in arriving. The train* hit a truck at a level crossing at Kitchener. An occupant of the truck was rushed to hos- pital following the collision. OVER $1,000 COLLECTED BY LIONS IN CAMPAIGN An estimated $1.200 was raised by members of Goderich Lions Club in a house to house canvass Monday night to gather contribu- tions for the Red Cross campaign. No final figure on the total amount collected was available, but it was understood Lions Club members would continue collections through- out the week. In the two hour canvass Monday, a team under the direction of Lion George Parsons collected about $300. BRIGADIER TO INSPECT ANTI-TANK REGIMENT Goderich men in' the 21st Anti - Tank' Regiment, R.C.A., will, be inspected by Brig. W. A. B. Ander son, of London, commanding of- ficer, Western 'Ontario area, at a ceremony next Monday night. In spection of the regiment, which in- cludes batteries from Goderich, Wingham, Listowel and Walkerton, will be held in Listowel. Brig. Anderson is at present on an in- spection of Western Ontario' Re- serve Army units. ADDRESS ES STUDENTS Relationship between training for and demands of the labor market in Canada was the subject of an address by Mr. E. L. Merrill to the students of the Goderich District Collegiate Institute Wed- nesday afternoon. , Mr. Merrill is Ontario regional'. supervisor of special placements for the National Employment Service. Navigation season for Goderich got underway with a bustle .as the Mohawk Deer was prepared to steam her way out into Lake Huron bound for Fort William for 'a cargo of grain. Officials of Goderich Elevator and Transit Company said the ship, one of 10 in winter storage here, was scheduled to sale late yester- day afternoon or early this morn- ing. Opening of the season comes at roughly the same time as last year, when the Imperial Cobourg arrived from Sarnia on March .26. Reason for the bustle at the harbor was the fact that the Mo- hawk Deer was berthed inside two other ships and they had to be moved before the Mohawk could be shifted. The officials said that the other nine ships berthed at the harbor docks would not likely ship out until the middle of next week. Last Friday;' the tug Menary, although not officially opening the navigation season, left for Lion's Head after assisting in moving the winter fleet and, acting as ice- breaker. LOCAL AIR CADETS PRAISED BY OFFICIAL Praise , for the work being ac- complished by Maitland Air Cadet Squadron was expressed last eek k by G. M. Ross, general manag of the Air Cadet League of Can da during a two-day visit to Goderich. Mr. Ross inspected quarters and equipment of the local squadron at Sky Harbor and conferred with members of the Maitland Air Cadet Committee. A discussion was held at the home of Max Cutt, at which Mr. Ross outlined activities plan- ned for air cadets in the summer, including flying training, scholar- ships, exchange trips to Europe and the United States, a leadership course at Trenton and summer camp. ' A Entries for 'Young Canada Week' Coming In From Distant Points . With entries in from points as far distant as Sarnia and Simcoe, the Lions Club's fourth annual Young Canada Week pee wee hockey tournament slated for April 6-11 is shaping up to be another top-notch success. Secretary of the committee in charge of the big hockey week, R. G. Emerson, reports that 23 Western Ontario centres have noti- fied him that they will definitely send teams. He said he was' ex- pecting to receive notification from several, more centres which had entered the competition in other years. Deadline for entries,. originally set for March 14, has been extend- ed to about March 28, although the committee has not set a new dead- line date as yet. After all entries have been re- ceived, a schedule will be drawn up and each team will be notified when it will play. Good Response L. 0. Whetstone, chairman of the, committee, said that he was 1 • pleased with the response shown so far from teams intending to enter the cpmpetition and with the en- thusiasm being shown by Godetich residents. He said he anticipated there would be plenty of homes in Gode- rich made available for billeting the hundreds of youngsters who will be coming here for the week- long sports event. According to Mr. Emerson, the following teams have sent notifica- tion that they will participate: Group AA (population over 10,000)—Sarnia, Chatham, Owen Sound, Stratford, Woodstock, Waterloo. Group A (population 3,000 to 10,000)—Goderich,, Simcoe. Group B (population 1500 to 5,000)—St. Marys, Port Elgin, Sea - forth,, Exeter, Walkerton, Kincar- dine, Milverton, Durham. Group C (population 500 to 1,500) —Zurich, Atwood, Lucknow. Pais- ley. Group D (population up to 500 and rural)—Dungannon, Ebenezer, Goderich Township. "0 Boy, 1 See A Big One!" • It Nilun't.: lie long noNt before Goderieh And (listfiet lioy will be heading for the fishing. sook sueh as that 'pictured above-. But what of the future if plans are milt made now to KV e that in the years that lie ahead there will he good fishing spots to g() 10. New proposals of the Department of Lands and Forest' include the information id' i-o-ordinating committees in Northern Ontario (Mkt -jets to plan Crown 'nude UST for re- erea t lona] purposes. Thus today's youth will be assured of season. tomorow s hunting and fishing in the 'Most degjrable