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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1986-06-11, Page 23"Time e so eo ,e else came alon " CI,INTON'- After 24 years of being on the Credit CoMMittee for the Credit Union that serves Clinton, Exeter and the surrounding area, Gerry Holmes has resigned. Mr. iolrines who has been the chairman of the committee for the last few years saki, "I've been here for 24 years, and I thought it was time someone else came along." He regrets the fact that he could not stay on for one more year. "I would have liked to last for 25 years, but it's a three year term," he said. "I didn't want to be in that long." The job was time consuming, he said, as meetings were held every Tuesday night and lasted an average of an hour and a half to two hours. On top of this there were phone calls throughout the week. "I couldn't plan much on Tuesday nights," he said, laughing. !' Although the job was time consuming, Mr. Holmes said he will miss working with the committee, and the follow up from clients that went along with the job. "I look back on 24 years, and see who we lent money to that became successful," he said. "We, had people who said how no one would help, but the Credit Union helped, and they became successful." He explained the good feeling that follow- ed a customers returning to the Credit Union's managers, and expressing their thanks' for the help. This thanks was passed on to the committee. Over the years, Mr. Holmes has witnessed many changes in the Credit TTnion "A lot of GERRY HOLMES changes are in the fact that the size of the loans became much larger as the Credit Union grew," he said. "The number of bankruptcies and failures also grew in the later years." The committee must look at everything before approving a loan, Mr. Ho es ex- plained. "You can't just look at the negative side, you have to look down the middle of the road," he said. "You have to see where they will be in the future." Children are concern of WI The health and welfare of all children is one of the many concerns of the Women's In- • stitutes throughout Canada. The Women's Institutes in Nova Scotia have a successful "Buckle -up Baby" pro- ject. They rent out infant car seats to . families for nine months. The money raised from this project is used to purchase more car seats. In the London Area, the Women's In- stitutes are involved with the Children's Hospital of Western Ontario. Other than denoting money, Women's Institute members donate freely of their time to help - with the annual Preemie Party, stuff envelopes and,at the end of May, they will be helping with the Children's Miracle Telethon. The 12 branches of the Perth South .District donated 55 quilts, two afghans and several dozen finger puppets during the past year. A worthy effort from just one district. The finger puppets are used to amuse the children when they are being treated at the hospital. Any mother with an upset child, apprehensive of treatment, is glad that there is a diversion. These finger puppets are ideal. In the past year Women's In - i stitutemembers donated 468 finger puppets. Flannel mitts, knitted booties, flannel jackets, knitted baby sweaters, slippers, scrap bnnlis, toys -and graft materulsare all donated4ci the-aauxilaiy:•.of the Children's o- Hospital by' the Women's Institute t b em ers. In early 1984, the Executive of Federated Women's Institutes•of Ontario decided that there was a need for childcare in the rural areas, and that a pilot project, taking ad- vantage of the summer works program be set up. This proved to be a most successful project in the Grey -Bruce area. Instruction was given in the importance of honesty, compatability, child care and safety. Program participants taught Canada's Food Guide and encouraged children to eat properly. Basic personal hygiene was stressed along with the importance of sleep and exercise both indoors and out. When this program was over, both the students and parents felt it was a great success. This is another example of how an idea from the Women's Institutes can be used as a model for other groups. This year the Shedden Women's Institute in the Elgin West District spearheaded the idea of a medical centre in their small rural town. They approached the Southwold Coun- cil. An old building was torn down, the sign is up on the lot and a new building to house two doctors and a dentist is to be built. The Women's Institute branches in Southwold Township are actively raising money for the new centre. The health of the rural people in Southwold is being well served by the Women's Institutes. Many branches have speakers on health related topics at their meetings. Other bran- ches donated money or time to other health or welfare groups. So whether it is the Buckle up Baby pro- CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 1986—Page 3A June 15-21 is heaki.ianal safety week The. latest Statistics Canada figures show that more than one -million Canadians are injured•annually on the job with over half of those Injured losing time from work. The price tag for the direct costs of those injured exceeds $2.5 -billion. As a worker, your share amounts to $280 per year. Since 1960 the workforce has doubled while the cost of injuries has in- creased more than 20 times. June 15 to 21 is the first annual Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Week. This week has been designated to draw attention to the need for increased awareness and ac- tion in 'the occupational health and safety area. The Canadian Society of Safety 'Engineering, this year's co-ordinator, has established the following goals: 1. To increase awareness of employees towards current occupational health and safety programs. 2. To increase awareness of employers toward the benefits of occupational health and safety programs. 3. To increase awareness of the general public toward occupational health and safe- ty programs. 4. To increase awareness of employees and employers of the purpose and role of the oc- cupational health and safety professional, 5. To inspire the development of new oc- cupational health and safety programs and activities by organizations which will help reduce occupational injuries and4llnesses in the future. As an employee you can help: - Learn and comply with the safety requirements governing your work. - Be alert for both the obvious and insidious hazards of your work. - Use a buddy system with a co-worker and look out for each other as well as yourself - make all the workers your buddy. - Report and move on unsafe acts and condi- tions, take the inititative. - Make off -the -job safety as important as on the job. - Contribute and participate in the company safety program, your idea may be just the one they're looking for. As an employer: - Demonstrate your concern for the well be- ing of your employees through effective hazard identification, control and education programs. - Institute or enlarge existing design �r engineering control programs. - Keep abreast of current legislation and in- formation relating to health and safety. - Conduct regular safety audits and schedule routine preventive maintenance. - Contact a safety professional if you don't have one on staff. Information is available from your provincial government or na- tional co-ordinating bodies such as the Canada Safety Council, 1765 St. Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 3V4 or the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering, 108 Meyerside Drive, Suite 5, Mississauga, On- tario L5T 1M5. Remember, safety is a full-time job. Backyardaccidents cause injuries Only use approved containers for gasoline. Never use gas as solvent or paint thinner. Don't leave any fuel sitting in the sun. Store it in a cool place away from the house and any source of ignition. Never transport fuel in a closed trunk. Explosive fumes could turn the car into a bomb on wheels. Always let the lawn mower engine cool down before filling the gas tank. When any equipment is brought out of storage for the season, check it over careful- ly for signs of wear and damage. Read through the operating manuals to review safety procedures. Propane barbecue cylinders should be in- spected for dents and corrosion. If damaged they .should be looked at by certified dealers. Check the date stamped on the rais- ed collar. This indicates the manufacturing date and the dates of any later inspections. If more than 10 years have passed since the most recent date, the cylinder is due for re- inspection or replacement and it cannot legally be refilled. Take it to a propane dealer with staff who are certified to do inspections. Some Ontario residents are seriously in- jured every year while engaged in common activities such as barbecuing, diving in backyard pools and mowing lawns. "Although the type and severity of the ac- cidents vary, most are caused by carelessness," says Monte Kwinter, Minister of Consumer and Commercial Relations. "It's so easy to become complacent about using propane barbecues and other equip- ment we handle regularly, particularly in our own backyards," says Mr. Kwinter. "Unfortunately, when safety is taken for granted, the results are often tragic." The minister points to the high rate of div- ing accidents in Ontario as an example of how easily a moment's carelessness can spark tragedy. Careless diving has been cited by medical experts as the most common cause of quadiplegia and paraplegia inOntario.Outof 70 spinal cord injury cases caused by diving accidents studied in the last decade, 29 oc- curred in swimming pools. In some cases, the victims had been drinking. "I urge everyone, especially families with children, to use extra caution around their backyard pools this summer," says Mr. Kwinter. "Never drink and dive or swim. If the pool isn't safe for diving, post signs as reminders to family and friends. Make it a habit to review pool safety rules with your children periodically." Remind them they should never dive into 'an above ground pool or the shallow end of an inground pool. Make sure an adult is always in the area when children are in the pool. It's also vital that youngsters are warned 40 keep away from lawn mowers,, gasoline cans, barbecues and other potentially hazardous equipment. Adults too . should carefully" follow safety rules when dealing with volatile fuels. gram, the Children s HospLtal,of , estern .sem Ontario, -the child care program'in-the Grey - -..r... Bruce area • or the medical centre in Over 100 Southwold Township, the health and welfare of all people in the rural areas is of vital con- cern to all Women's Institute members. If this is a concern of yours then the 118 bran- ches of the Women's Institutes in the London • Area are ready, willing and able to assist. take part t New science program for elementary schools IThe Ontario Government will implement The program will focus on: The develop - a $3 -million program to renew science ment of science curriculum in the early education in elementary schools, Education school years in a way that devotes more Minister Sean Conway announced. time and attention to this important area; , The program, which addaresses the goals ongoing support for teachers at the elemen- r of excellence and relevance in education tary level through training and retraining in stated in last month's Speech from the science education; the provision of the Throne, enhances science education from necessary learning materials in .both rk kindergarten to Grade 6, particularly for English and French and equipment for . female students. science education at the elementary level; a • One of the central messages in science . public awareness campaign in science . education must be that science is a part of education to encourage the support and par - au our lives, Conway said. Science is not ticipation of parents, school boards and just for the scientist, the university -bound members of the public, including the private student or only for boys. Science is for sector. everyone. in recent 4-H day Over 100 4-H members from across Huron County participated in a 4-H Judging Day May 31 in Clinton. The participants judged potatoes, sheep, educational exhibits, and running shoes. Their placings were compared to those of the official judges. The competitors also gave oral reasons which were marked. Elizabeth Stewart, number 1, Dublin won the United Co-operatives of Ontario Trophy for high score overall and the C.Y.L. Trophy for highest score in the senior division. Donna Johnston, number 2, Bluevale was awarded the Cyanamid of Canada Award for the top intermediate score. David Jones, number 2, Clinton was the top junior and the C.N.E. Novice Shield went to Karen Campbell, number 5, Seaforth. r .y • 11I f'YIIuI 141 '• � 111',1,1 1 ,d 'MIDWAY FftibAY & SATURDAY il#E$iDENt Storiart,E1rown 044342 LADIES PRESIDENT FrancOS`Kinsman 26000 , SE CRE rAflY Sid#�i Cooper 204030 , f OnE /uzdtEct & Ei9/itEEn.t/ annual HENSALL . SPRING FAIR FRIDAY, JUNE 13 and SATURDAY, JUNE 14 II II r: ttr It plll; 4 'Ix 1`1 fll�l, h'iEN'S4i.I' PAT BOARD SEEP $4Q Saturday Eve -6111g Advance lleieto iiinIy 500.1:30 Pym 264-2048 FRIDAY: 4:00 p.m. Sheep Show --235-0437 5:00 p.m., Ladies Section and Jr. School Section -262-6349 6:00 p.m. Amateur Owner Horse Show — 262-5472 7:00 p.m. Official Opening 7:15 p.m. Mini Pedal Pull —262-5350 7:15 p.m. Baby Show —482-3120 or 262-2033 8:00 p.m. Jr. Talent Show -Sponsored by Kentucky. Fried Chicken and Ellison Travel & Tours -262-5608 or 227-4807 Queen of the Fair —Sponsored by the Kinette Club of Hensall and District —'262-3444, MC -J im Swan-CFPL 'SATURDAY: 11:00 a.m. Market Cattle Show and 4-H Calf Show —482.7552 11.30alum. Poultry- Show —235-0437 12:00 noun Parade with, Band in attendance 262-2201 or 262-6129 1:30 p.nr, Hensall Calf Club Show & Sale --527.1629 or 345-2648 1:30 p.m. Horse Show — 236-4818 SATURDAY P.M. Ladies Program Old McDonald's Farm Cross Cut Saw Competition Horse Shoe Pitch Competition Midway —Friday & Saturday When attaching a cylinder to a barbecue, be sure the rubber seal Is in good condition. Once the cylinder is in place, check for leaks. Open the main supply valve, then brush.a soap and water solution over all lines and connections. The appearance of bubbles in- dicates a leak and the main valve should be shut immediately. Have an expert repair the leak before using the barbecue. Always read and follow the manufacturer's instruc- tions carefully. Make sure the burner ports or openings are clean and the burner sur- face is clear of dust or dirt. Arrange the hose so that it does not come in contact with the hot body of the barbecue. Use the soap and water test to check for leaks everytime a cylinder is connected. "With a bit of extra care, backyard ac- cidents can be avoided," says Mr. Kwinter. The ministry has produced brochures on portable gasoline containers and propane safety. For copies contact the Consumer In- formation. Centre at 555 Yonge St., Toronto, Ont. M7A 2H6 — (416) 963-1111 or toll free 1-800-268-1142. Ontario residents with an 807 area code may call the 416 number collect. 482-5372 PIANO LESSONS FOR KIDS Rhythm, singing, keyboard, music games. Ages 4 and up Register now for Fall Pearl Samplonius, A.R.C.T. 123 Raglan St., Clinton SUMMER SCHOOL '86 The Huron County Board of Education offers the following course at Central Huron Secondary School from Wednesday July 2 to July 25, 1986. 9 a.m, to 12:15 p.m. A. SECONDARY IMPROVEMENT COURSES. JULY 2 to JULY 25 English 1G English 1A English 2G English 2A English 3G English 3A English 4G English 4A Mathematics 1G Mathematics 1A --B. LEhENTARY: JULY 2 to JULY 18 Grade 7 -,Remedial English Grade 7 - Remedial Mathematics Grade 7 - Remedial English and Mathematics Grade 8 - Remedial English Grade 8 - Remedial Mathematics Grade 8 - Remedial English and Mathematics Mathematices 2G Mathematics 2A Mathematics 3G Mathematics 3A Mathematics 4G Mathematics 4A French 1G French 1A Science 1G History 10 C. DRIVER EDUCATION: JULY 2 to JULY 11 Fees: Secondary Free Elementary Free Driver Education S90.00 Application forms may be picked up at all public and secondary schools in Huron County by calling the principal, "SUMMER SCHOOL '86 COMMENTARY" "SUMMER SCHOOL 86" is being offered at Central Huron S.S. in Clinton from July 2/86 to July 25/86. Improvement Courses will be offered for Secondary Students in English, Mathematics, French, Science and History. Remedial Courses to English and Mathematics will be offered for students of Grades 7 and 8. Driver Education will: also be available. Previous Sumrrier Schools have proven that a student can achieve improved result% through concentrating his/her efforts ilh one sub- ject area. The prime objective of the program is to enable a stu- dent to maintain a better standing in a subject in which ha/she is experiencing difficulty. A highly concentrated, accelerated program of study is offered which will enable the student to gait abetter understanding of the subject with which he/she has had difficulty. Students who are interested in "SUMMER SCHOOL 86" slistuld can- tact a ►-t Ict the Prirtdipal, the Guidance Hood or one of the teachers in'their school for further information and application form. School 442.447$ Hartel • 524.2$86 Keith ,Alen Principal "Summer School 46"