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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1983-05-18, Page 107The Beta Theta Chapter of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority, held its Ritual of Jewels on "Tuesday, May 3. Pictured is the new executive (left to right) Marlene McDougall, vice- president; • Wendy Kent, president; Sharron Lassaline, past president; and Jodi Hoy, secretary. Missing is Kathy Poulter, treasurer.(photo by T.Marr) Women's Institute of Ontario holds conference "We must work together if we are to accomplish our ob- jectives," said Mrs. Harvey Noblitt of Ottawa, the Presi- dent of the Federated Women's Institute of Canada, when she addressed over 500 Women's Institute delegates at the 35th annual Officers' Conference at Waterloo University. In her official visit to Ontario, she was stressing the impor- tance of good resolutions. They must be current, well researched, facts and con- cerns for all of society. "Past resolutions have made changes, but positive action. must be taken on pensions, pornography, and human rights," she said. "Invest your time in your family as it is the most im- portant social institution," said the Hon. Dennis Tim- • brell, Minister of Agriculture' and Food, when speaking at the opening ses- sion. He reminded the delegates that .May is "Family Unity Month". Timbrell praised the members for their tireless efforts in bettering family life for everyone. In 1984, On- tario will be celebrating their bicentennial and he asked the women to par- ticipate in local celebrations. The delegrates, having come from all parts of the province for this three-day learning experience, attend- ed workshops with resolu- tions and a better knowledge of the organization being the objective. Mrs. Keith Hiepleh, Presi- dent of the Federated Women's Institute of On- tario, chaired the sessions and spoke on the theme: "Approach each tomorrow with the knowledge you gain- ed today" and thus become better informed individuals moving forward and looking to new programs. Ken. Knox, Director of Rural Organizations and Services Branch of . OMAF, was capably ., assisted by Joyce Canning and Peter Fleming of the Branch, in presenting future projects and programs that will help meet the needs and pro- blems in rural Ontario: Meetings, studies and workshops had been held in co-operation with the Women's Institutes and other rural organizations, in order to further this project. Knox urged the members to chartg a new course with fresh ideas. He said, "As we change, we take on new op- portunities and have a new outlook." Joyce Canning, as co- ordinator, likened the Women's Institute to a farmer who sows good seed on fertile ground, nurtures the seed and reaps the harvest. Joyce said, "The women must have new pro- grams" aneenlarged on the suggested topics and resources for their use. The plenary session, led by Mrs. C. Diamond and her leaders, enthusiastically provided information not on- ly for effective resolutions but a broader knowledge of the Women's Institute with its projects and ac- complishments. The delegates are now better 'equipped to lead in their branches and in their com- munities. Children can get restricted movies from rental stores Movies which would be placed in the "restricted" category for showing at movie theatres can be ob- tained by children at video rental stores, according to an announcement recently made by OPP Commissioner James Erskine. A movie shown in a public theatre in this province must first be screened .by the On- tario Board of Censors. That body decides 'the viewing categories -- restricted, adult accompaniment, etc. - and .can also order portions to be removed from the film if the Board considers them to be too violent or sexually explicit. Videotapes •of movies available in rental stores are not•subjected to the same ap- proval process. The video versions will often bear a printed statement saying the movies has been approved when the actual video ver- sions still contain( parts which cannot be screened in a regular movie theatre. Ontario Solicitor General George Taylor recently stated that imported movies are not reviewed by Canada Customs. Importers have 60 days in which to arrange for a screening by the Board of Censors or they can just return the films to the _.._,.fnr ign roistriri utnrs. -During- that interval, some of the films are being copied solely for the videotape 'rental trade and then sent back. Ontario Provincial Police and Metropolitan Toronto Police officers have joined forces to fight pornography in the areas under their jurisdiction. in the first four months of 1983, these officers seized over 1,000 videotapes from video stores and distributors =valued at $130,000. More than-♦-�9,0-- charges -have -been laid -in -the - distributors in possession of these obscene tapes may be liable to prosecution under the obscenity provisions of the Criminal Code. "We are committed to rigorous enforcement of these laws," said Comm. Er- skine. "Parents should be aware that their children could have access to this material. They are urged to report all incidents where obscenity is suspected in rental videotapes, to the police authority having jurisdiction where the store is located." ei7 ALARMS I AR da nkOfnce Js31'0M. MAY 24, 1983 A11 are Invltisd to learn about Horne and 'Wilmot Protection by Electronic Alumna; P.D. King chief of Pollee Goderich Polio Force TAKE IT OFF .. s TAKE IT ALL OFF .. , WITH WEIGHT WATCHERS Kit McDonough Before Kit 30 Pounds Lighter Don't panic if you've been hiding behind layers of bulky winter clothing. While it's true that minimal summer clothing reveals those excess pounds we can help you meet the challenge regardless of how much weight you need to lose. You can improve your appearance and look forward to all the pleasant activities that summer has to offer with happy confidence. Join a Weight Watchers class today, and get started on fashioning your., new body hinge 'the kind you've always wanted or used to have. JOIN WEIGHT WATCHERS' Lose weight once and for all Enroll at any class. Registration and first meeting fee $15.00. $6.00 weekly thereafter. Senior Citizens and students — Regis- tration and first meeting fee $7.00. $3.00 weekly thereafter. r FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL: 1-800-265-9291 • 0 We411 Watchers Interndtio ,a, Inc 1983 Owner or the Weight Walcrte,s T,aOe'nark. GODERICH SIGNALSTAR, WEDNESDAY, MAY 18,1988—PAGE 9A The Red Cross converts your dollars into essential services.., that make people happier and healthier. Healthier...water sports and water safety Happier. .blood donor services Support your Red Cross with a donation House to House Canvass Sponsored by the Maple Leaf Chapter I.O.D.E. Assisted by volunteer canvassers ay 4 to Donations may be left at -any chartered bank or by phoning Mrs. H.J. Murphy at 524-9185 first four months of.this yea - following seizures in the Toronto, Kingston and Madoc areas. There is an onus on video store owners to apply the "Canadian contemporary community standards" *when they obtain videotapes for renting. Videotapes which show explicit simulated sexual acts, ac- tual sexual acts or a com- bination of sex and violence would probably not conform with these standards and could well be considered obscene. Store owners and SUPER SPECIAL BEDDING PLANTS YOUR CHOICE EXCEPTIONAL VARIETY OF STURDI[YOUNG FLOWERS OR VEGETABLES zehrs fine markets.. of fine foods ALL WEEK LONG SUPER SPECIALS CENTRESAT THESE ZEHRS GARDEN GODERICH HWY. NO. 8 SPECIAL PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL CLOSING MAY 24TH GARDEN CENTRES OPEN HOLIDAY MONDAY 23 MAY 9 A.M.-3 P.M. SUPER SPECIAL ASSORTED COLOURS GERANIUMS STURDY WELL BRANCHED VARIETIES 31/2" EA. SUPER SPECIAL DEHYDRATED SHEEP OR CATTLE MANURE SUPER SPECIAL 4 CUBIC FOOT BAG PEAT MO BAG -49 5.89 • SUPER SPECIAL NO NAME GOLDEN FERTILIZER 10 KG. Z99 SUPER SPECIAL --IMPA-TIENS-REGONIAS-GER-ANIUMS-- HANGING BASKETS 10" DIAMETER POT SUPER SPECIAL ViEDIREE SUPER SPECIAL NO NAME TOP SOIL 36 LITRE BAG 10-6-4 NO NAME WEED 'N' FEED rs of fine fuels