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Clinton News-Record, 1986-03-12, Page 24OFA "guardedly optimistic" about second federal budget By Stephanie Levesque The president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture is "guardedly optimistic" about the outcome of the federal budget for farmers. Harry Pelissero of St. Ann's said he is less optimistic for the federal Conservative's se- cond budget than he was for their first a year ago. The OFA president was speaking in Mitchell on Monday, Feb. 24 as the county federation heads into a membership blitz Text month. "We haven't allowed ourselves to be set up for disappointment," said Pelissero. He said the federation was optimistic for the last budget because it was a new govern- ment and because they took the "con- sultative approach". "We had great expectations," he said. However, there are specific items he will be looking for in the budget presented today (Wednesday) by federal Finance Minister Michael Wilson. One of the main issues'he hopes will be identified in the budget is legislation giving courts the power to impose settlements in farm foreclosures. He also expects Wilson will announce the government's intention to take action on some sort of farm creditors' arrangement, but it will take the usual government pro- cess before the farmers actually benefit. "Whatever the time frame, I hope it is short," he said. He said all farm organizations are basically saying the same thing asking for the court power and they just have to con- tinue getting the message across.. "All we can continue to do is supporting and educating politicians about what we are actually asking for and why," he said. He added that any legislation won't bind farmers and creditors, but rather will exist as an alternative. Also, he said some farmers are now getting better treatment than other farmers depending on who they know and who is their member of parlia- ment. The farm community is wondering what will happen to the Farm Credit Corporation (FCC) in the budget. " Federal Agriculture Minister John Wise has had everyone comment since the end of August, but I haven't seen any moratorium on FCC foreclosures," said the president of the 24,000 member organiza- tion. He said he would like to see FCC allowed some flexibility in dealing with restructur- ing loans. It would be better to restructure than receive no money at all, he said. Farm fuel tax, where it is going, and the future of the capital gains exemption are two other items he'll be looking to be ad- dressed in the budget. The president was in Perth County to visit farmers at "kitchen meetings", something he will be involved in for the next few weeks. The meetings in Perth - one at Tony Van Klooster's at RR 2, St. Paul's and the other at Dave Kropf's at RR 1, Milverton - mark the first in this series for the president. The OFA head said the kitchen meetings emphasize that the provincial organization takes a grassroots approach. He noted one of the group's strength is to be able to deal with issues quickly, because it meets once a month in Toronto. And the topics at the kitchen meetings? "Everything from soup to nuts," said Pelissero. He will be back in the area when he visits Huron County on Mar. 10. *RED CROSS MONTH Organization helps March is Red Cross Month. Whether in this month or any other, Red Cross is ready. Almost daily in.the media we see a ar accounts of Red Cross helping disc ter v c- tims in farm corners of the world. ether it's a massive earthquake, a . fa 'ne, a volcanic eruption, or an armed-conflic , the Red Cross is ready to comfort and care for the victims. But the Red Cross story unfolding quietly everyday across Canada is just as impor- tant as the events we see on our television screens. The Canadian Red Cross and its volunteers are always ready to provide a range of services to help the members of the communities during emergencies, to im- prove the quality of indkviclua1.1iy0S,.- to make our communities better places to live. March is Red Cross Month in Canada. It's a good time to remind ourselves what the Red Cross story means.and how important it is that we help the Red Cross - and its volunteers - ready. That story includes the collection, pro - cessing and distribution of the one million units of blood required annually to meet the medical needs of Canadians. It includes emergency aid for people involved in disasters, large and small, and the preven- tion of accidents and fatalities through the teaching of first aid and water safety. Red Cross volunteers loan crutches,.. wheelchairs and other sickroom equipment free -of -charge to those in need. They run visiting °programs for the lonely, disabled and elderly, and offer a range of programs for senior citizens including fitness pro- grams and meals-orkwheels. The Red Cross develops educational pro- g,grrams fqq;; yours pople op' health, safety tid�ifithtlbtibi4i1 bitdefitaiidirig,' and en- courages 'young people to develop their skills ough volunteer work. The Red Cross story in Canada is the story of thousands of volunteers who, through their local branches, reach out to help those in need within the communities. CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12,1986—Page 23 No Kidding recently opened its doors at 12 Isaac Street. The store offers clothing for in- fants to children's size 16. Boys and girls coats and sports wear are a few of the items, available. Owners Carol Mitchell (left) and Bev Chowen say the store will be open from 9 a.m - 5:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday and will stay open until 9 p.m. on Fridays. (Anne Narejko photo) HAPPY 23rd BIRTHDAY Chipper 40th Wedding Anniversary Anthony & Noeltje Blak Anthnay and Neeltje Blok of Boyfield were married in Holland on March 14, 1946. Congratulations, lova andbest wishes from your l'amlly. ' Maria & Paul taishman, Mary & Zbran Dordevic, Nellie 8 Bill Boshor,f, Agatha 6 David Feltz, Dinah 8 Jack d&Groot, 'terry and 11 grandchildren. May God ct fltlnoe tao bless you. FREE LARGE COKE with any Chicken or Fish Dinner (16 oz. Coke) St. Patrick's Day Only MONDAY, MARCH 17 ALL DAY FRIED CHICKEN AND SEAFOOD CLINTON • Festival box office tops $2 million There is continued good news at the box office for the Stratford Festival in 1986 with advance sales now over the $2 million mark. As of Mar. 1, the official box office figure was $2,015,501, a $1,005,792 increase since Jan. 23. The box office also began accepting telephone orders on Mar. 1. 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SEAFORTH RESTAURANT & STEAK HOUSE •SUNDAY BRUNCH• Every Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Omelettes, Pancakes, French Toast, Eggs Benedict, Biscuit Basket, Coffee, Juice, Fruit Salad ALL YOU CAN EAT- 4.95 CLINTON JR. "D” MUSTANGS ANNUAL MEETING on Thursday, March 20,1986 • at the Clinton Public School" 7:30 p.m. Parents of players and anyone interested in the future of Jr. Hockey -- please attend. Hay Township Recreation Committee MYSTERY BINGO Easter Special Thursday, March 20 Zurich Community Centre Jackpot - $750 must go Bonanza game over S500 Extra Bonus Olde fashioned hams to be won 4 flash games • 1 early bird • 10 regular games • 1 mystery prize Over $2000 in cash prizes Doors open at 6:30 - Starts at 7:30 sharp, Next Bingo April 3 ALL PROCEEDS FOR "NEW" BALL DIAMOND ring your dabbers No one under 16 allowed to play DHSS raises s14,557 Kimberly Cook CLINTON - The citrus campaign at the Central Huron Secondary School (MSS) was a .tremendous success. The students of CHSS sold $14,557 of oranges and grapefruit. The profit fromthis is $3,775 which is the best ever and it *ill go to the purchase of a parking lot and a P.A. system for the gym. There were some outstanding sellers who received deserving campaign prizes. The top seller of the campaign was Jeff Sippel with $451x-) He received a clock radio- cassette. Second top seller was Connie Hog- gart with $342. She received a cheque for $25. The third top seller was Lauralee Johnston with $337. She received $15. There were two draw prizes also. One was the main seller prize which students could enter if they sold over $120. The winner of this draw was Ron McKay who won $185. The other draw prize was for students who sold $40 worth of citrus. The winner of this draw was Jeff Medd who won a waterbed. The students of CHSS appreciate the com- munity for all their support. 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