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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1987-09-23, Page 4Page 4—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 1987 k The Clinton News-Rocord Is published each Wednesday of P.O. Boll 39, Clinton, Ontario, Canada. NOM 1LO. Tal.: 402.3443. Subscription Rote: Canada • 121.00 Sr. Citizen • 116.00 pm year U.S.A. foreign 160.00 per year I1 Is registered as second class moll by the post office under the permit number 0017. The Plows -Record incorporated In 1924 theHuron News -Record, founded In 1881, and The Clinton News Era. founded In 1067. Total press runs 3.700. Incorporating THE BLYTH STANDARD) ANNE NAREJKO - Editor FREDA McLEOD - Office Manager SHELLEY McPHEE HAIST - Reporter DAVID EMSLIE - Reporter GAYLE KING - Advertising LAUREL MITCHELL - Circulation/Classified GARY HAIST - General Manager `A MEMBER MEMBER Qat BLUE RIBBON AWARD 1987 Display advertising rates available on request. Ask for Rate Card No. 13 effective Oc• tobor 1, 1984. Are times tough for retailers? Story has it that Clinton businesses made substantial profits back in the 1950s and '60s when the Canadian Forces Base located here. The base created an instant community of hundreds of people and in doing so pro- vided a valuable consumer market for local retailers. Times were good. Business was good. The 1970s and the 1980s have proved to be less profitable and more com- petitive for small businesses. In 1985 alone, 50,000 small businesses were launched, three times the number started in Ontario some 10 years ago. Statistics also report that 90 per cent of small businesses fail with in a few short years of their establishment. It's not easy to be a small business operator in the 1980s. Profits are not as readily made as was in the case some 25 years ago in Clinton. In an effort to help small businesses, the provincial government has launched a number of programs in recent years that are specifically geared to offer guidance on many aspects of business management and operation. One such program, "Marketing For Small Business" was featured as an evening seminar held recently in Clinton. Presented by the Ontario Ministry of Industry, Trade and Technology, the seminar was jointly hosted by the Economic Development Committees of Clinton, Goderich and Seaforth. It was disappointing to see a great number of empty chairs and only some two dozen people attending the free seminar. Of those attending, on- ly one identified themselves as a retail merchant. A smattering of others were in service or manufacturing businesses. A couple came from Bayfield, another few from Goderich. There was a large representation of economic development committee members at the seminar and a poor showing of people from the business community. Community members must wonder if it is worthwhile to hold such in- formation sessions. It appears from the lack of attendance at the marketing seminar that business people are not interested in making efforts to enhance their businesses. Perhaps they are apathetic. Perhaps they don't understand the im- plications of marketing their business in the competitive 1980s. Perhaps times aren't as tough as business people claim. By S. McPhee Haist Shopper upset with treatment given to her son by store manager Dear Editor: Having raised my children to respect the property of others and to behave politely, I was appalled recently by the treatment of my 14 -year-old son in a Clinton store. He had gone into Stedman's on Albert Street, chosen and paid for a pair of shoes, and had returned to look for a birthday pre- sent for his sister. Then, without provoca- tion, he was rudely told to leave the store by the gtor manager. 1 My son had told the manager that he was waiting for his mother, and though I had arrived, and the manager was so informed, my son was told to wait outside.) Upon finding my son waiting for me across the street 1 and quite upset 1, 1 was disturbed enough to ask the manager for an explanation. i was subsequently told, geite rudely, that my son had been there too long and I was asked to leave the store as well LQttQrs and to never shop in his store again. I returned what my son had purchased and did just that. After reflecting on the incident, 1 feel it is important to make the matter public, not simply because the Stedman's manager was so inexcusably rude, but because young peo- ple deserve to be treated like human beings. The treatment of my son warrants an apology, one which, given the character of the store manager, was not forthcoming. Certainly he shall do without my business until a direct apology is made. Mrs. Betty Dowell Raceway says thanks to groups which helped Dear Editor: The Raceway Committee would like to ex- press our thanks to all the people who were involved in racing this year. It takes a lot of support and dedication from the fans and the Horsemen who put on racing each Sunday. It takes a lot of hard work to put together such a successful year but all that can be put aside. We must congratulate all the groups involved including the hospital, minor ball and minor hockey. it is these people that br- ing out more fans and make all the work worth while. We as a committee find it even more worth while when these groups take the time to express their thanks to us for their par- ticipation and success. A further thanks to all the local merchants who participated in our schedule this year. Finally, we owe a special thanks to the Clinton Recreation Department for their 100 percent cooperation. See you all next year! Case Buffinga, Clinton Raceway. Got an opinion? Write a letter to the editor "Hdtc do fou spell that" Well readers, this will be the last time the name "Anne Narejko" will appear above this type. I only have a few days left to put the signature I have used for the past 24 years on a piece of paper, and I will no longer have to say my name, spell it and then have peo- ple ask, "How do you say that'?" with their noses all screwed -up. Yes, after 10 months of decision making, worrying and long distance phone calls to mom wondering if everything is going as planned or filling her in on plans, the day will soon arrive. September 26 will mark a new beginning for me as Colin and I exchange wedding vows. I'm told there are a lot of adjustments to be made after this day. I'll have to stop say- ing "mine" or "my" and get used to "our" and "we." I'll have to listen to radio stations he likes and watch television shows he likes with interest. And eventually I'll probably get used to being called his wife. I figure these are easy adjustments to make, after all, I did survive the showers that were thrown for me. L)on't get me wrong, I appreciate the ef- fort everyone went to organizing these events, getting that special gift and taking time out of their busy schedules to attend, but, showers are not my idea of a good time - especially when they're thrown in my honor. I don't know whether many of you will believe this, but I don't like being the centre of attention. I'd just as soon fade into the background. I'm used to covering meetings. At these meetings everyone talks and I just sit and record what is happening. h:veryone knows I'm there but they more or less ignore me, which is good. But all of that changed when I joined the recreation committee - people ac- tually ask for my opinion? I'm still not com- pletely comfortable with that. Just about everyone I know has asked me if I'm changing my name, and by the in- troduction of this column, you can tell the answer is yes. Can you imagine telling peo- ple you name is Anne Nare•jkoFChisholm'.' I'd certainly be asked to repeat that and spell it. And for some reason I don't just want to leave it as Narejko. Why, I'm not sure. I figure the easiest way is to change it, besides, that's what I want to do anyhow. Another question I keep getting asked is, "Are you getting nervous yet'?" My reply is always the same. "I won't be nervous until 1 walk into the church that day." A lot of people have asked how the wedding plans are going and I tell thein I'll be glad when it's over so I'll know what I forgot to do. With only a few days left, everything is go- ing very, very smoothly ) cross your. fingers ). Even the bridesmaids picked out their dresses without a major battle, and in what I consider, record time. The guys all had their tuxedo fittings iii good time and we even found a tuxedo that will fit the ringbearer. The wedding cake is ordered, the other cake is wrapped, the decorations are ready to go, we've phoned in the number of guests for dinner, the alcohol has been ordered, bartenders arranged, the disc jockey con- tacted, photographer and video operator booked, organist and soloist are set, the readings selected... There's just one last order I have to hal. c filled - a sunny not too hot) clay . ERRLY FILES 5 years ago September 22, 1982 Four Will Run Despite Long Term - Only four members of Clinton's nine -member town council have officially announced they will he in the running for another term of of- fice beginning this fall. Mayor Chester Archibald, Reeve Ernie Brown, Deputy -Reeve Frank Van Altena and Councillor Roy Wheeler have advised the News -Record they will let their names stand for the November 8 election. Cable TV For Rural Area Too Costly Right Now - Rural residents in Huron and Perth counties will have to continue to do without the benefits of cable television for now and the foreseeable future. Spokesmen from the five cable companies in the two counties say expanding into the rural areas is too expensive at this time. They indicated the number of potential customers is not great enough to justify in- curring expansion expenses. Fresh -Air Freaks Meet - On Sunday, September 12 the Fresh -Air Freaks had their meeting at ,Jodi's house. A lady came to take pictures of members flying their kites before everyone was there. When she left, the president opened the meeting with the 4-H pledge. After everyone went inside and did the bell ringing contest while their mothers sat outside and talked. 10 years ago September 22, 1977 French Atmosphere Sought - The Huron County Board of Education decided last week to accept an offer from the Ministry of Education to equip one classroom in each elementary school in the county as a French language classroom. Th.e decision will not cdst the board anything since the Ministry of Education is increasing the support for the teaching of French as a second language. Director of Education. John Cochrane, told the board that the ministry offered grants for the classrooms paying 100 per cent of the cost up to $1,000, Stanley To Appoint inspector - Stanley Township is going to hire a building inspec- tor. It is expected that an appointment will be made sometime in the next two weeks. At its Thursday night meeting council defined the duties of the prospective employee, but did not decide definitely whether he would work full time or part time. Vandals To Repay - Clinton Council last week agreed with Police Chief Lloyd Westlake's recommendation to seek restitu- tion from 10 juvenile boys in town who van- dalized one of the town's parking meters. Mayor Harold Lobb said that the parents of one of the youths had already promised the chief to pay for part of the $254 cost to repair the motor, and no charges will he laid against the rest of the nine boys, should full payment be made to the town. 25 years ago September 20, 1962 Clinton To Blyth Road Soon To Be Paved - From the office of the Hon. Charles S. Mac - Naughton, MPP, Exeter, comes word that a Windsor firm will be laying the hot mix pav- ing ) base course i on Highway 4, north of Clinton to Blyth. The Marentette Bros. Limited filed the low tender on this job, which involves a nine - mile stretch of paving. Indications are that the work will be proceeded with in the "reasonable near future." Ellwood Epps Opening Orillia Store Satur- day - This weekend is an important one for sports enthusiasts, and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ellwood Epps. Long known for their wholesale sporting goods business, across Canada, and for their shop here in Clinton, this popular couple is now opening a second store near Orillia. Situated on Highway 11, just six miles north of the Orillia bypass, the shop 70 X 40 will be known as Ellwood Epps Northern Ltd. The location was chosen with the nor- thern Ontario tourist trade in mind. Funds Needed Urgently To Pay For Hospital Wing - "Everything else is secon- dary in importance," stated E. B. Menzies on Monday night during the regular session of Clinton Hospital Board. "We must get our funds campaign rolling, and do so at once." His urgent statement followed a lengthy session during which the Board considered saving some expense by not making certain alterations in the present building (even though these alterations had been approv- ed and a discussion about purchasing equipment for the new wing. 50 years ago September 23, 1937 Old Culvert Discovered - During opera- tions in the excavating work on Albert Street for the underground conduit wiring for Hydro and Telephone transmission workmen uncovered a cedar log culvert. At first, some of the bystanders thought it might be part of the old Corduroy road, but on further examination, it was discovered to be a culvert of this road, which was in use about 100 years ago. The culvert was bet- ween three and four feet below the surface. Returns After Absence Of 50 Years - Mr. James Croft, Augies, Michigan was in twon last week renewing acquaintances after 50 years absence. Many changes have taken place in the period which has elapsed, and several industries which were thriving then have closed down. In those days Clinton boasted nine hotels. and all made a living. Mr. Croft's father worked at Schoenhals mill when it was a whiskey distillery, and across the road was a carding mill which did a good business. Dance Postponed - The Young Liberal Association have indefinitely postponed their dance which was to have been held in the Badminton Rooms on Friday the 24, due to the prevalence of infantile Paralysis. The Young i,iberals are anxious to co- operate with the Medical Officer of Health on this occasion. 75 years ago September 26, 1912 Bought Stock - Messrs. J. E. Hovey and W. S. R. Holmes have bought out Mr. W. A. Mc- Connell's stock of drugs and sundries and are this week taking stock with a view to having the goods removed to their respec- tive places of business. It is understood that Mr. McConnell intends going to California where his people reside. . They Look Fine - Mr. John Rice of Bowmanville, who was in town for a few days of the past week, said of the Clinton streets: "They are certainly fine and con- vince every visitor that the citizens of the old town are progressive." Mr. John Croll of Galt said yesterday: "Now that I have seen Clinton's new streets I am satisfied that all the nice things The News -Re ord has been saying about them were jteltified. The appearance of your streets are proof to me that Clinton is up-to- date and with lots of vim and snap." Little Locals- Mr. 1. Barr of Rattenbury Street had the town waterworks installed in his cottage this week. Mr. Albert Morrell of Albert street has been having his residence treated to a new coat of paint, which adds greatly to its appearance.