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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1980-04-23, Page 28.n. G.D.C.I. student Marilyn Cox's summer months are going to be spent in the West Indies with Crossroads Africa. The R.R. 2, Goderich girl is preparing for the trip now. (photo by Cath Wooden) Goderich student bound for Indies by Elaine Townshend Marilyn Cox, 17, of RR 2, Goderich decided to find out for herself what life is like in im- poverished parts of the world. "You see it on TV and read about it in newspapers," she says., "but, you're not sure how bad it really is or how the money donated to non- profit organizations 'is spent." , A Grade' 12 student at G.D.C.I., Marilyn thought she would have to wait until after university to travel with a volunteer development program, discovered Operation Crossroads Africa - a private non-profit summer workcamp program with headquarters in New York. Rev. James H. Robinson, who began his ministry in Harlem, founded Operation Crossroads Africa in 1958 with the conviction that communication between persons of different nationalities, races, religions and cultures was both necessary And desirable. In the early ' yeai'I,ia: American and"Canadian college students were . assigned to projects in Africa; but 'since 1969, more than 700 high school students have been sent to islands, in the West Indies. They have worked side- by-side with native students in everything from tutoring to drainage .to heavy construction. Each year Crossroads' participants build community facilities designated as priority needs by the host country - medical clinics, com- munity centres and schools. A limited number of applicants are accepted each year from the United States and Canada. Marilyn sub- mitted her application form in January and received final acceptance in early April. She is the only Ontario student and possibly the only tan' student to volved this year. The application form is extensive, requiring six references, a medical report, answers to general questions and three essays. In one of the, essays, Marilyn ex- plained why she wanted to go to the West Indies. Besides wanting to understand life in an impoverished country, she liked the idea of students from North America coming together and having a'chance to work with native students. She also welcomed the travel experience. She plans to take along a camera because, when she comes home, she wants to be able to show people what she saw, On weekends, students will be able to travel to nearby islands to study interests, such as archaeology, marine biology and photography. Crossroads' students are divided into groups and sent into areas of need, under the super- vision of a Crossroads' staff member. Some will 8vp.t the homes of West Indies' families; others will live in group homes where housekeeping, cooking and marketing are shared by all. Marilyn chose the latter. She doesn't know what part of the West Indies she will be sent to, but suspects it could be a French-speaking .island because she studied French through high school. She is a little apprehensive about putting her high school French into practical; usage, but realizes it would be a•good language experience. "I'll be sent wherever I'm needed," she . ex-, plains. "I may tutor small children for awhile, which was my first choice, but I expect I'll be teaching handicrafts too and working on con- struction or painting. I'll be given a change of pace." The six-week program begins on June 25 when Marilyn and other par- ticipants arrive in New York for two days of orientation. They leave for the West Indies on June 26 .and ;'return on August 11. Cost per person is $1,300, which includes everything but personal • spending money • and. round-trip transportation from 'the student's home to ,New York. With air- fare and currency ex- change, Marilyn estimates her cost will reach more than $1,600. B.ecaus,e Operation_ Crossroads Africa is •a non-profit development program and because the students volunteer their time and labor, Crossroads suggests that applicants invite local churches, service clubs and individuals to become involved"through donations or the purchase of raffle tickets. Donations are tax deductible, and receipts are issued by Crossroads Africa. Raffle tickets, for round-trip air -fare to West Indies •or West Africa, cost $1 each or 5 for $4. Marilyn has written 35 letters to church .groups and servict clubs with five positive replies thus —Tar, and "s 1 is starting to sell raffle tickets. She says she would be willing to -speak to any group wanting to learn more about the project. "Most people ask if it's a religious thing," she adds. "It's religious in the Christian -type idea of ' helping people and was founded on the idea of volunteer work." She intends to finance all her personal expenses but appreciates the help she has received thus far with the $1,300 initial 'cost. Regardless of the expense, Marilyn feels the summer workcamp will be a good experience for her. The short-term project will help her decide whether' she wants to travel with a volunteer development program after'university. . She plans to take a split major at university - journalism and social work. Currently, she is studying agriculture 'by correspondence with hopes of obtaining an Ontario Diploma in Agriculture next year - knowledge that she was told would help her if she decides to continue in development programs. •Taa, 1980 ench Township Accounts totalling $33,323..21 'were ordered paid when Goderich Township Council met in regular session on April 7. Cam Reder was present at the meeting to solicit council's approval for a four acre severance off lot 37, concession 4. No motions were recorded regarding this. A land severance was also requested. by W. Bromley. Council passed a motion to deal with this severance; application as in questionaire. William Smith, F. , Dutot, and F. Postill were present to discuss repairs to the Brand Drain. They told council that the 18 inch tiles were not deep enough' or •properly, covered. Council, instructed the clerk" to have W.,j. Bartlett look at the drain before tal,fig action. Councilalso passed several other motions dealing with drains. They were: I, That the road superintendent - sign .a petition, along with OTEVA .for a drain to drain Norma Street. 2. That the two petitions (Dykgtra and OTEVA) be 'accepted, and referred to W,J. Bartlett for in, vestigatien and -or report. 3. That the treasurer, be authorized to cancel Van B. ree's original hold hack cheque and that he be paid• $1,890 now and the balance when the one year term has expired. The budget as presented by- the recreation committee was reviewed }?y council and a motion was passed that the treasurer consult with the • recreation - cojnmittee and report back to council before the budget is approved. Tile drain loans were approved by council for Art Bell for $4,100 and J. Wubs for $11,025. Building permits were approved by council for Don Watson to build a drive shed, for W. and G. Colclough to build a drive shed, for Ray Dupuis to build a shed, for William Smith to demolish a shed, for D. Kilgour to build a drive shed, for D. Dalzell to build a garage and deck, and for Phil White to build an addition to a cottage. Building permits requested by J. Hudson and Ross Gwyn to build - Turn to page 9A i a ;b SAV ENERGY and Insulate U.F. Foam 0, Fiber Insulation Serving Huron County 15 years COMPARE -,.CONTACT STEWART'S ALUMINIUM & INSULATION 207 Huron Rd. 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