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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1987-08-26, Page 5Jack MacKinnon of the Huron County Health Unit posts a warning sign at St. Christopher's Beach Friday. Because of high bacteria levels, swimming is not recommened. Signs were posted at the Main Beach, St. Christopher's Beach, South Beach and at Port Albert. Water tests taken last week show a decrease in bacteria levels and all signs have been removed, except at the Main Beach and Port Albert. More tests were taken Monday and results should be known soon. According to Ed Harrison of the unit, tests taken August 17 showed an E. Coli bacteria reading of 600 for South Beach and 6500 for the main beach, A reading of 100 is considered acceptable. E. Coll is found innthe stomachs of warm-blooded animals and is associated with sewage. It is a good indicator of bacteria levels. The Health unit tests every Monday. They do not close the beach but recommend against swimming. (photo by Ted Fire emergency number is changed to 524-8333 Dear editor, Effective November 1, 1987 the Emergen- cy number for the Goderich Fire Depart- ment will be changed to 524-8333 (the pre- sent emergencynumber for. police). This ;,as been agreed upon by the Goderich Fire Department, Fire Committee and the Board of Commissioners of .Police. The existing emergency number for the Fire Depart- ment will continue in service for six months following the change on November lst. The combining of both Fire and Police Emergencies to one telephone number (8 triple 3) will prove easier for citizens who require either department inany emergency . The latest edition of the Signal -Star Telephone Directory - now being delivered - shows the new Fire Emergency number. Although the change is not yet effective; the. public using the 524-8333 will still reach the same dispatcher. Any fire emergency call will receive the same attention by the same dispatcher at the police station. The Telephone Directory distribution date and the effective date of the change. are dif- ferent. However, the end result of a call will be the same. Yours truly, Patrick D. King Chief of Police FAC.S.better off without county involvernent • Dear Editor, It is with interest that I note the battle bet- ween the County of Huron and Family and Children's Services goes on. Now that the County does not control the finances of this agency, it would appear that they intend on "harrassing" them the only way they can. This attempt to disrupt is simply a shallow display in trying to control all monies and personnel associated with Huron County. There has never been a. real concern over the financial management of this agency. Perhaps if but a few of County Council members had attended the demonstration at the Legion, regarding those in this County who have difficulty with mobility, they would have better ways to spend their time and energy. Their lack of interest in' the mobility concerns is appalling. Having worked for Family and Children's Services, I have found that the agency operated better without the direct involve- ment of the County. I suggest to the Council that they leave the agency to the elected "Board of Directors". Yours truly, Stewart E. Thomson F amily traced to Carlow and enmiller LETTERS Dear Editor, A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of revisiting your beautiful town. My visit was not as long as I had hoped it would be. I am writing this letter to your paper, in hopes that someone will be able to help me ac- complish one of the things I had planned to do while in Goderich. My first visit to Goderich was nine years ago. At that time, a picture of a relative was on display in your .pioneer museum. Her name was Amanda Maedel Sillib. Her brother, Charles Maedel, was my great grandfather. I had planned to ask some of your senior residents if they knew of my family. The Maedel family resided in Carlow and Ben - miller. Amanda Maedel Sillib's other brothers were Alexander, Paul Jr., Her- man, and Emmanuel. Her parents were Paul and Melinda Maedel, and' her grand- parents were Godfred and Williemina Maedel. If anyone has any information concerning this family, would you kindly write to me. I am tracing my family roots and would ap- preciate any information about the past or present generation of the Maedel family. Thank you, Mrs. Reita Dufour, 103 Cameron Avenue, Essex, Ontario . N8M 2L4 Reader suggests town hold Dunlop Decoration Day Dear editor, Through the kindness of Mrs: P. Beauchemin we received a copy of Pat Raf- tis' account of his ascent to the Dunlop graves. In my earlier letter I suggested that pointer signs be placed pointing the way. It would be of great help if a path could be ar- ranged along the top of the escarpment. Until that happens apart from Dunlop festivals and such like, I suggest a Dunlop Decoration Day. Then the old Ontario custom of placing flowers, wreaths and flags on the graves of the Dunlops could be observed and those who succeed could be given a sip of Dr. Wm. Dunlop's favourite drink. But my point in writing again is to say that we enjoyed our stay in Goderich. Incidental- ly, the Dunlop's chose their grave sight because from that point there is an ex- cellent view of the Maitland River and Vis- count Goderich's Harbour. In the days of sailing craft it must have been even more impressive. We would like to get back to Goderich. On our first trip we were primari- ly interested in the Lake Huron shore and spent time exploring the area from Sarnia to Kincardine and inland villages. On our next visit we would like to pay more attention to Goderich. It is such a hospitable and attrac- tive town. We are indebted to the Beauchemins who took such good care of us and were a great help in their knowledge of the area. We were fortunate in having such a good host and hostess. ' Yours sincerely, Walter Jackson 25 Mill St. Apt 1 Oshawa, Ont. Immiraxts should be educated the Queen is the neutral and non-political Head of State. ing any mention of the Queen with the ridiculous argument that immigrants' hav- ing difficulty with English or French may prefer a shorter oath. Come on, Mr. Crom- bie - which is more difficult to understand, "being faithful" to the most widely -known and loved woman in the world, or promising to "abide by" a constitution, a piece of paper most have never read? People matter most; that is what Monarchy reminds us. For such an insulting proposal to come from a Conservative Cabinet Minister in the 35th year of the Queen's reign, and of her unswerving service to Canada, can only disturb the average loyal citizen, who wants immigrants to share his proud loyalties, not reject them. I urge readers to write to their MP, to Mr. Crombie and to the Prime Minister expressing opposition to these sug- gestions. A detailed brief containing arguments against any change in the Oath and suggestions for further individual ac- tion may be obtained free of charge by writing to: The Monarchist League of Canada, 2 Wedgewood Cr., Ottawa, Ont. K1B 484. Dear Editor: Immigrants coming to Canada should be educated in our form of government, and thus proud to swear allegiance to Her Ma- jesty the Queen. However, apparently Secretary of State David Crombie does not agree. In a recently released discussion paper ironically entitled Proud to be Cana- dian, Mr. Crombie suggests downgrading or eliminating the Queen from the citizenship oath. I am writing to alert your readers to this insulting and untimely proposal, and to ask them to join in making certain that it does not become law. Canada is a constitutional monarchy. That principle is entrenched in our recently proclaimed constitution, and the presence this year in Quebec of both the Queen and the Queen Mother shows how uncontrover- sial and widely accepted is the role of the Crown. Recognition of this fact should be made by anyone who wants to become a Canadian. One of the discussion paper's proposed Oaths places the Queen in fourth place, and eliminates the promise "to bear true allegiance" to the Sovereign. This is justified as follows: "Some believe the coun- try itself ought to take precedence over the Crown", falsely suggesting that there is a conflict. Our way of expressing love of coun- try is through loyalty to the Crown, because Yours sincerely, John Aimers, Dominion Chairman of the Monarchist League of Canada Beer can collector seeks information Dear Editor I am wondering if any of your readers share my hobby of collecting beer cans and bottles. My collection is mainly domestic and this is why I'm wondering if anybody has any history or items to help me with my collection in any way about the Saltford Breweries years ago. I would like to hear from anybody who has any interest in this foscinating world of beer brewing and bottling of Saltford Breweries. Yours truly, D. Roulston 223 Picton St. E., Goderich, Ontario N7A 1K1 GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 1987—PAGE 5 NIGH ® LEESON 1984 TICK LE SABRE LTD. Full size, 4 door, V-6, automatic, power steering, power brakes, air condition- ing, AM/FM stereo, velour interior. Very clean.Finished in Burgundy. Stock No. 783 ONLY $ 1 01300 . Call Bruce today af... MW MOTORS 184 East Street, Goderich 524-2113 Mr. Gerald Leeson, Dutton, Mrs. Doreen Leeson, Goderich, and Mr. & Mrs. Frank Ni;rh, Seaforth, -wish to announce the forthcoming marriage of their children Laurie and Wayne. 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