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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News Record, 1981-06-11, Page 3County survey shows 'r igh school students have triebooze, tobacco ' BY SHARON DIS .A cardiovascular survey carried out in a Huron County high school shows 50 out of fifty students drink alcohol twice a week or more often, two of the students take drugs and 75 percent of the group smoked cigarettes. The survey was conducted by the Huron County Public Health Unit under former Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Brian Lyn- ch. Acting MOH Dr. Harry Cieslar reported to Huron County Council on May 28 that the survey was designed to learn the direction public health should be tak- ing with programs for county adolescents. "Public health has done a good job in areas where they are active such as con- trolling food, sewage disposal, immuniza- tion and the newborn," said Cieslar. "The surrey points out the youth are a neglected ares" he added. Cieslar told county councillors there will likely be all kinds of funding for senior tizens programs because the Ministry of alth recognizes the increase in the pro- vince's aging population. But Cieslar said he wonders if there will be funding for youth programs, which is also a priority. The greatest killer of adolescents said Cieslar, are accidents and suicides. He in- dicated public health needs to help adolescents deal with their problems. He said the Huron Public Health Unit is already involved as a resource for teachers in setting up programs in the high schools as well as providing films on related topics. Paul Steckle, chairman of the board of health, told council the members of the 411, stuck in the middle There are a thousand thoughts running through my head this week. It's "I'm going over the edge this time," with too many things to do, and just not enough time to accomplish them all. In fact when I'm in such a tizzy as this, almost nothing gets done. My brain's whirling too fast, there are too many chores and jobs only hall completed, and I just keep running in circles. Hi everyone! . Welcome to another week's worth of delirious, whirl -wind, going -nowhere -fast happenings from the `Stuck In the Middle' kid. I may be losing control very soon and would appreciate any kind offers, suggestions or opinions from you out There's no- one particular place where I should begin, so let's look at the job here first. In less than 10 words - It's. hard, and I'm not having any fun. The pressure's on urging us to put out a better product, have our deadlines pushed ahead and there are just too many things happening in the Clinton area that need coverage. That honeymoon in October seers light years away, but I see a dim opening at the end of the tunnel and after the school graduation ceremonies are over, we may get a break in the newsroom. The home front's a complete disaster area. Laundry hasn't been touched in three weeks; Fve nm out of clean glasses and forks; and boxes are starting to pile up around my ears in preparation for the big move to a new residence. Moving, gawd I haven't done that in four years and I seem to have ac- cumulated more than my share of stuff. Sorting out the good from the bad stuff \is not easy and a recent closet inventory board were distressed by the report. He said it is disturbing when you learn that 100 percent of the students surveyed drink alcohol and 75 percent are sinking rettes. It may seem humorous at first said Steckle, but when you consider the im- plications it is serious. "We are very disapproving of the report and I feel all adults and parents should be setting an example," he observed. New Auburn works garage is opened at last The new Huron County works garage at Auburn was officially opened Thursday, May 28 by Robert Eaton, Middlesex MPP, and parliamentary assistant to the Minister of Transportation and Com- munications. Huron County warden Fred Haberer, J. D. Durnin, reeve of West Wawanosh, and Murray Elston, MPP, Huron -Bruce were also in attendance. Lloyd Mousseau, chairman of the Huron road committee, acted as master of ceremonies and the county road engineer, Bob Dempsey addressed the gathering. The new garage was built at a cost of $700,000 and the keys to the new facility were handed over to warden Haberer by Casey Dendekker of Mauer Construction. Following an open house of the facilities a private reception was held at the Ben - miller Inn. Shelley ymcphee only cleared out two blouses, one that was ripped and ane that I wore in public school. The rest of the stuff I figure I just may wear again someday. The move also means re -decorating, so I'll have to find time to wield a paint brush, pick out wallpaper, buy cur- tains, ransack the parents' garage for more furniture and start refinishing the old chairs that I've salvaged from yard sales. Most importantly, moving seems sweet talking all my friends to lug boxes and furniture, convince my dad that I really need his pick-up truck and promise on my life that I. won't scratch the box. . And:speaking of dad, there's Father's Day coming up, my birthday, the parents' 30th wedding anniversary, a house warming party for another friend, another birthday, a vacationing friend from Scotland, fushias to re -pot, weekly calls on the new mommas and their wee babes and a half -completed baby gift that will now have to wait until Christmas to be delivered. Sometime between now, and last week, there's this wedding to get ready . for. That means dieting and exercising, which I don't have time for, to get into a size 7 dress - here's hoping. It means trying to get mum and I together to pick. out the dress. It means waiting for fall materials for the bridesmaid's gowns and 'all the assorted scheming, dealing, preparing and planning that goes with it. Now Fm not going to panic about all this. Things will get better, they can't get any worse. But in the meantime I think I'll go lie down, I have a headache and all this thinking has just plain worn me out! • Four doors, Formal & Fun it I 1 11 A Mazda GLC Sedan �.a 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. mazoa THE MORE YOU LOOK, THE MORE YOU LIKE MW MOTORS LTD. 104 EAST ST., VOLVO-MAZDA/SALES-SERVICE GOUERICH 524-2113 CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, THURSDAY, JUNE 11,1 `ti 1 -PAGE 3 fro towers h-... • from page 1 «me system used for ranking en- vironmental factors was provided to On- tario Hydro by citizens' working commit- tees," Macaulay said. "(They) reflect the dialogue between us and the agricultural community which has taken place over several years." The documents will be distributed to municipalities, utilities and public interest groups as part of what Macaulay termed the first "plan stage" of a two-part process to secure government approval ' "After the plan stage approval is obtain- ed, Hydro will again invite the public to participate" in route studies before a deci- sion is made. The process is expected to take three to four years, followed by two years of con- struction. Officials hope the new line will be ready by1:a With only one 500,000 volt line out of Bruce now, Hydro is concerned about its ability to deliver the combined power of Bruce A and B generating stations. The third and fourth generating units in Bruce B are expected to be on-line in 1967. Meanwhile, the steadily growing demand for power in Southwestern Ontario has raised the possibility of power shortages. Asked about that, Hydro officials said there are contingency plans to handle power breaks should a natural disaster such as a tornado knock out the single ex- isting line. Robert Murrayl acting director of the route and site selection division of Ontario Hydro's Toronto headquarters, said some plans call for twin -tower lines, others for single towers with two circuits. He said twin -tower 500,000 volt lines generally require a 130-metre'right-of way while the single towers with 230,000 volt circuits need a 69 -metre right -of way. Towers about 52 metres high are spaced from 245 to 300 metres apart. "Every ef- fort ffort is made to minimize environmental impact," he said. A 30 -year charter member of Clinton's Eastern Star chapter, Eula Roy, centre, is all smiles as she rests on a new variable inflated air mattress, bought with a $500 donation by the Eastern Star to the hospital. Another mattress is at the end of the bed to show bow it works. Looking on are Worthy Matron Deanna Delve, left, and director of nursing Jean Cox. (James Fitzgerald photo) Eastern Star gives special mattress The Clinton Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star would like to thank all the residents of Clinton and area for supporting their projects throughout this past year. They are pleased to report that the winner of the afghan was Miss Sharon Lacroix of Clinton, with all proceeds from the sale of tickets going to Multiple Sclerosis Society and Diabetes Research. The cypress clock was won by Mrs. Joyce Boussey of London and the Bainton blanket was won by Wm. Hanley of St. Marys. The proceeds from the blanket, clock, the dance and all other fund-raising activities went to benevolent work whim is one of main duties of the Order. This year the Chapter has donated $150 to local fire victims and $500 to the Clinton Public Hospital for the purchase of an alter- nating pressure pump Spring Fair is...... • from page 1 by the Kinsmen and in the A f class Ken Smith of Atwood came first, Len Fox of Thorndale had second place and Lloyd Venner of Hensall took third. In the . B class, Alex Boa of Goderich came first, second went to Vern Hutch of Sheddon and Ken Emmes of London finished third. In another area of the fairgrounds, men challenged their strengthen arm wrestling competitions sponsored by the Clinton Psychiatric • from page 1 some psychiatric services at Exeter's hospital. Mr. Taylor said the ministry had at first hoped to see expansion of psychiatric services in Huron County by April 1 of this year, but had revised the target date to June 1. mattress, a mattress of great benefit to anyone who must spend a great deal of time in bed, and a help in prevention of "bed sores". In addition to the above, they have also donated monies to Christmas Seals, the Ability Fund, Kidney Foundation of Canada, Shriner's Hospital for Crippled Children, Canadian Arthritis Society and Meals - on -Wheels. Optimist Club. The weather held out for the entire three days, and the 127th fair wound up on Sunday with a sanctioned mini -tractor pull that featured some powerful modified machines and saw some new track records set While final tallies are not completed, ,Mr. Dalzell is optimistic that the fair was a success and will continue to be so in years `to come. 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