HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News Record, 1981-06-04, Page 3Fa ther-John .Pluta believes in better tomorrows By Shelley McPhee There is no justification for the at-, tempted assassination on Pope John Paul II, but according to Rev. John Pluta people should always have hope and believe, "It will always be better tomorrow." Father Pltda, who is priest at Clinton's St: Joseph's Roman Catholic Church and St. Michael's in Blyth, believes in people and has great faith in their positive abilities. Despite a difficult and often frightening childhood growing up in Communist occupied Poland during WWII, Father Pluta has maintained a optimistic, hopeful outlook on life and is attempting to teach other people the beliefs and philosphies he lives by through his religion• . • After studying the scripture, theology and philosphy in Poland for seven years, Father Pluta was invited by the Diocese to come to Canada to continue his education. in 1964 he arrived in London, Ontario, studied for another year and was ordained in 1965. •While he still travels to Poland to visit family and friends, Father Pluta now considers Canada his home. Canada, he explained, offers a freedom that Poland never gave, and because of the political situation in his homeleand, "you really have to know where you stand." "In Canada you have freedom." Father Pluta said. "Canadians are the luckiest people in the world. It's too bad they don't appreciate it." At the age of 44, Father Pluta has learned what it means to . respect and appreciate the, good things that life has to offer. Since his ordination in 1965, Father Pluta has successfully held charges in Windsor, Delhi, Listowel and Reason before ' nming to Clinton and Blyth. He takes a human approach to religion, speaking on topical subjects and local issues, taking a different line of thought each week, and offering impromptu sermons at his masses. Father Pluta jokes that he's too lazy and nervous to write sermons each week and he notes, "My sermons are short. I'd fall asleep if they were long." However his ministry involves more than Saturday evening and Sunday ser- vices. Father Pluta stresses his hospital and home visits, counselling and just getting to know the people. In fact before, and if, Father Pluta moves on from his present charges he says, "I'll know everyone by name here," and that in- volves mvolves more than 300 families. Father Pluta loves his work and says that since he was young, "I felt I wanted to do this." He takes a special involvement and in 1978 he travelled to Rome to attend the installation of Pope John Paul II. Father Pkita says that the Pope is a "very warm and charming person" and unlike many others before him, Pope John Paul II does not believe in secluding himself, but is always out touching and talking to the people. "I'm sure nothing will stop him from going back in the crowds," Father Pluta noted in his optimistic way. Clerk loses job..... •from page 1 said that Miss Honking was fired for "lack of discretion." He said that thematter was of a confidential nature and would only say that it dealt with personnel issues. Miss Honking, 22, told the London Free - Press that she was totally unprepared for the news which she received after coun- cil's in -camera meeting. She reported that. she was not invited to attend the meeting, stuck in the middle Well it .seems that I'm covering all angles this week, but that's one of the Mud -being in charge.while the boss is away. But you know, this is the first time in my four year career at the News - Record that I didn't panic. I mean, I didn't stay awake at nights, I didn't bite all my fingernails off, I didn't,snarl at Gary ( well maybe just a little bit) and I only ,threatened to quit three times. Now that's what I call progress! I.may not have initially panicked, but still the job doesn't seem much easier, and you know I think being a boss is the pits. It means you have to establish a firm, steadfast opinion - there's no fence sitting or trying to see both sides of the story in managerial positions - everyone believes a boss should back their cause and bosses should know the answers, have the reasons and the results - immediately. A boss means being in control, and that's often a tough row to hoe. Now I can never imagine myself as a true - hearted, full-fledged boss, I cry you see, and such emotional outbursts just isn't the boss -like thing to do. Bosses usually yell and get mean a lot, just like in the hear criticism of her work performance or offer a defence. Miss Hunting said she was never aware she was on probation, although she was told her $7,000 salary would rise by $500 after the first six months on the job. She isn't looking for a new position immediately and said that she has been meeting with her lawyers regarding the dismissal. b shelley y mcphee movie 9 to 5, but 1 simply weep and apologize. Telling other people what to do has got to be the biggest job for a boss, however for this novice it's the toughest. I'm still close to the lower ranks I guess and I know that the jobs and assignments I'm shoving off onto someone else are the same ones I always hated doing. But I guess that's what being a boss is all about. The boss has always got to be ready to work and in this business it's sometimes night and day. Personal life seems to come second, and that's starting to drive me crazy. Just since my stint at being a boss, two members of the Prego League have come through with flying colors and two new wee babes, a boy and a girl have made their grand entrances into the world. I can't be there to see little Ryan James and Gillian Lee and the first-time, proud -as - punch parents, and that's just not fair. But yes that too is what being a boss is all about. So if this is the case, if this is what it's like at the top of the latter; then I want back down. Here Editor Jim, you can have your letter opener and your desk back. I like it better in my little corner'. J Four doors, Formal & Fun • Mazda GLC Sedan The Mazda GLC 4 -door Sedan gives you the smart look of a formal sedan, plus the convenience of 4 doors. And you get all the features that have made our hatchback GLC the talk of the automotive world -front -wheel drive, 1.5 Titre overhead cam engine and a list of standard features that would make some bigger, more expensive cars blush. See and drive it soon. We've got the cars that make deals great. All THE MORE YOU LOOK, THE MORE YOU LIKE MW MOTORS LTD. 184 LAST ST., VOLVO-MAZDA/SALES-SERVICE GODERICH $24-2113 Official plan work be • from page 1 For a number of years they have been seeking action to have the building on this property renovated or demolished. Members of the board and council present maintained that such action is time con - miming and usually ends in court. Many felt that the maintenance and occupancy bylaw should be enforced in this situation and even strengthened to include structures as well as yards. It was also pointed out that for people unable to make necessary renovatins . due to financial constraints there are programs CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, ThUBSDAY, JUN.: 4, i ..1-•—PA(E3 - 5-®iD-- such as the Ontario Home Renewel Program which provide grants to bring the house up to standard. Concerning other business, one resident suggested that buffers composed of commercial buildings which shut their operations at 5 or 6 pm be constructed between residential areas and industries that may have late-night shifts. These buffers would contain noise and thereby maintain the quality of life in Clinton. Another resident who lives by the Bayfield River suggested that the town Old days at the fair. Father John Uinta Course back.....• • from page 1 workers to triple when the ministry of bealtL implements its chronic care program in March, 1982. An extension of the present active care program, the new service would allow chronic care patients to remain in their homes rather than be sent to an institution if they received 40 hours of homemaking care and three visits a month from medica 1 professionals. The province -wide program has now been introduced to 22 homemaking agencies and according to Mrs. ,Young, "They (the homemaking agencies) have warned us to be prepared for rapid growth and growing pains." With the reinstatement of the homemaker training course, the agency feels that they will be better prepared to meet this need. The new class begins in September of 1981 and according to Mrs. Young plans are being made to develop and redesign the program to" meet the future increased needs for more homemakers. • from page 1 years as treasurer, followed _ by Wm. Miller. By 1920, it was decided to hold a "Plowing Match" in connection with the Society at some suitable place adjoining the town. On April 1st, 1915 a banquet was held in the Town Hall. .Several times the Fair has nearly been discontinued due to lack of support and insufficient funds. In 1920 the secretary was instructed to write to all the town- ships, urging larger grants, "as the aim of the Society is to increase among the far- mers a greater interest in agriculture, and the fitting and showing of livestock. The Society feels it has not been supported as wholeheartedly as it should have been". In 1925 the County Grant was $100 and the Government grated $75. It was through the efforts of Mr. McMurray that the Fair was moved from main street to the present location in the Clinton Community Park in 1945. The late A.J. McMurray was general manager of the Fair Board in 1946. Presidents over the years have been - Herb Cox, John . McFarlane, Humphrey Snell, Wm. McEwan, James Leiper, Frank Powell, W.H. Lobb, Ephriam Snell, John Innes, Roy Pepper, Dick Jacob, Wm. Dale, Joe Clegg, Melvin Crich Sr., Thos. Leiper, Wm. Pepper, John Deeves, Frank Falconer, Jack VanEgmond, Jim Snell, Ross Lovett, Elgin Thompson, Harold Lobb and Elgin Thompson, George Colclough, Roy Wheeler, and Dave Dalzell. In 1968 a ladies division to the Spring Fair was added, being organized under the guidance of Mrs. Lillian Grummet of Seaforth at the home of Mrs. D. McLean. Mrs. Don McLean was elected president, a position which she held for four years. Other presidents who have served are Mrs. J. VanEgmond, Mrs. J. Snell, Mrs. D. Middleton, Mrs. N. Dale and Mrs. T. O'Connell. Mrs. Bill Flynn now holds the Kin back hospital fund At a joint meeting of the Kinsmen and Kinettes of Clinton on Tuesday night, the two clubs declared their support for the Clinton Hospital Building Fund. In a lively question and answer period with Fund Raising Chairman Steve Cooke, it was pointed out that the proceeds from their annual June barbecue and dance were to be donated to the fund. • "From past experience, this single event coud mean a substantial donation to the Hospital" said Arnold Riley, "but it does depend on attendance." Since the newly elected officers have just been installed (at the same meeting) no firm target figure has been set as yet but the general consensus is that it will be quite significant. The two clubs are well noted for their support of other community J projects, such as the arena floor, the swimming pool and the raceway. "When the Kinsmen get behind a project we give it our full support" stressed • outgoing President Doug Macaulay. The Hospital Staff Association dance held at the Goderich Township Hall last Saturday was also a huge success. The dance netteda profit of $1,889.57 which was turned over to the fund raisingcommittee last Tuesday. The Dutch Sewing Club has also contributed to the fund. "Donations from clubs such as these are going to prove quite important in our reaching the final goal," chairman Steve Cooke said. "Despite our obvious and disappointing setback this past weekend, the overall project is going very well. Participation is going to be the deciding factor in how soon we reach our goal." position. The division started off with four classes in crafts, six in sewing, four in knitting, ind eight in baking. It boasts more than. 46 various craft sections, 26 separate classes in sewing, 33 in knitting, crocheting and needlework and more than 15 sections in the cooking section. The division also features an amateur photo contest and a floral exhibit competition. The standard of the Fair has risen from a Class C to a Class B, making it the only spring fair in its class in this area. This year the annual event marks another milestone, celebrating its 127th birthday m its usual. all-out style. buy the land, adjacent ttr hes yand the small palet ,tlf nat the town operate by the sewage plant.,. At present, the land is simply a vacant lot and, if purchases for green belt purposes, the river area could be improved aesthetically. Also in connection with improving the flood plain, it was learned that one citizen who owns land adjacent to the river would support any town effort to.esttablish a park walkway along the riveron his property. Though some proposed a small dam on the Bayfield River for the purpose of improving recreation conditions in this area, concern was expressed over an in- crease in algae build-up due to low sum- mer flow levels. The annexation of areas adjacent to Clinton is unnecessary at this time with the possible exception of provieltag adequate access to the proposed ind,ustrial park through direct land acquisition on the west side of the railway bridge. With these new recoimmendations, the Clinton Planning Board will be spending the next four or five monassembling a draft plan which will be p nted to all Clinton landowners arid"t is sometime this fall. At least one more public meeting will be held to get a consensus for the plan. Objections to the plan may be voiced;to the planning board prior to the plan's sub- mission to the province in about one year. Distinguished wallcoverings and fabrics by Greef .Imaginative interior design byt, ltrse _ ,. Call for an appointment Soon Exclusive • Fabrics • Wal lcoverings -Furniture • Art & Accents SHOWROOM: 128 Albert Street, Clinton 482 3871 OVTDOOR TOOL SALE. 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