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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1984-08-22, Page 44 Published at Wingham, Ontario, P.O. Box 390 - NOG 2W0 by Wenger Bros. Limited Barry Wenger, President Henry Hess, Editor Robert O. Wenger, Sec.-Treas. Audrey Currie, Adverf`ising Manager Member Audit Bureau of Circulations Member—Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc. Subscriptions $20.00 per year Second Class Mail Registration No. 0821 Ontario Community Newspaper Assoc. Six months $ 11.50 Return postage guaranteed He proved the point The Los Angeles policeman who planted a fake bomb on a bus to im- press his superiors may well have made a much bigger impression on the Soviets. The bomb -like object was fastened to a bus carrying Turkish athletes on the first stage of their homeward journey following the Olympic Games. In an act of apparent bravery the policeman tore the object off the bus, dashed to a dis tant area of the airport and "defused" , it. A few hours later he was arres!ed when it was learned the whole act was a set-up. I'LL TELL you oNE THING,'<EITA .-61.1Y1m5Er 111A0 A/071i/IV& t/(E »lI4 1 Obviously his future in the police force is now In serious doubt — but much more important he gave Soviet newsmen a field day. The excuse for Soviet refusal to allow any of its athletes or those of satellite countries to attend the Games was that they could not trust American security ar- rangements. Despite the fact that the "bomb" was harmless, the erstwhile cop certainly proved a real terrorist with a real bomb could have killed a great many people. His superiors should, Indeed, be impressed. Debate number two Not unexpectedly the• television images of the three party leaders in the current political campaign have had a telling effect on the voters of the nation. Following the first debates (in French and English) the polls showed a drastic drop in the prospects of the Liberal party. Most viewers conceded that Prime Minister John Turner was no match in front of the cameras for Brian Mul- roney of the PCs and more particularly for Ed Broadbent of the NDP. Last week's confrontation on the status of women was a different story. Although Turner did not emerge as a clear winner, his style had improved very considerably over this first ap- pearances. As before, Mulroney was smooth and Broadbent was positive in his promises to the women of the na- tion. There is however, a vast., difference in the positions ofthe three leaders. Knowing the very .small: chance the NDP has of forming the next govern- ment, Mr. Broadbent's generous prom- ises came easily to the tongue. It is highly unlikely that he will have to find the means of funding any of them. Turner and Mulroney, on the other hand, are making promises which one of them will be obliged to carry out after the election. The question of equalpay for work of equal value was one of the points pressed vigorously upon all candidates. Although both agreed in the justice of that proposition, neither had a solution for a clear -out way of determining such equality. It is simple enough for gov- ernment and employers to determine qualify where men and women do the same tasks, but evaluating the precise value of jobs dissimilar in nature could be extremely tricky. Turner refused to commit his party to a nuclear arms freeze and although he did not spell them out; hisreasons are sound. A nuclear arms freeze at the present time would leave the Soviets at a distinct advantage over the Western world because of the existing imbal- ance in Russia's favor. With less than two weeks left before , election day, Canadians will soon have the answer to the question of which leader and which party wins the final round in the national debate. Youthful driving habits The alarming number of driving ac- cidents in which young people are in- volved has aroused a sharp response. from the public in general and insur- ance companies in particular. Meeting last week in Halifax, the Insurance Bureau of Canada made some definite recommendations. A resolution from that body urged that all drivers under the age of 18 be provided with probationary licenses which would be subject to a one-year suspension for traffic violations. In addition, the under -18 drivers would be permitted to drive with no more than one passenger at any one time and would be restricted to operation of a rmotor vehicle in daylight hours only. The resolution does point to the times and conditions under which most young -driver accidents occur, but its terms are far from realistic. It would require an army of policemen to en) force such laws. Given the number ..of fatal accidents in which both young people and the oc- cupants of other vehicles lose their lives, it must be admitted that young drivers are a serious hazard on our roads. Let no one accuse us of being "against young people". The statistics are there for anyone who is willing to read. Since an entire category of our population is involved It would appear the only possible answer is education. The value of driver -training courses in our secondary schodls has already been proven, but that specific sort of course for young people may not be enough. How about supplementing the hands-on driver training with a series of films which would clarify the sort of driver mistakes which cause serious accidents? Thirty minutes of film showing in detail the horror\and suffering a careless driver can cause might instill a sharper sense of driver responsibility in young people. Educators, at least in the past, were resentful of being forced into a non-ac- ademic role- as teachers of young drivers. However, the secondary school is the one and only place where the young people can be assemb'> d adequate numbers to insure that few, if any, are missed. Whatever so ; of training is used, its eventual obje e should be to instill in young people a sense of pride in being able to handle potentially dangerous and very costly vehicles in a professional manner. Lousy sense of humor° We never cease to be amazed at the way responsible leaders can run off at the mouth. The latest gaffe came from no less a,personage than the president of the United States. Preparing for a radio broadcast, Mr. Reagan was re- quired to say a few words Into the microphone as a voice -level test. The words he used were enough to chill the entire world. "We have decided to out- law Russia. The bombing will start in five minutes." The remark, said Reagan, was in- tended as a joke and was not supposed to actually be heard by anyone except the TV technicians. In anybody's language it was at best a very bad joke; in Soviet terms it was a revelation of the barbaric nature of American official attitudes. As might be expected, the Russian news people made the most of a free propaganda morsel. Enjoyable television Cable television subscribers now have available two channels which pro- vide an enjoyable variation for those who are not incurable addicts of sit- coms and talk shows. TVOntario, which is largely supported by the government of the province, offers a wide range of programs for both chil- dren and adults. The Public Broad- casting System in the United States can also be seen and it, too, provides an In- teresting alternative to the network programs. Since neither of these channels carry advertising messages, they are free to select whatever programming they choose. The American PBS makes an appeal for financial support from its viewers from time to time and the generous response Is a measure of its wide popularity. Items from Old Files AUGUST 1937 Oscar Casemore, formerly of Wingham and for more than two years at the head off the creamery and cold storage departments of Silverwood Dairies, Strat- ford, has been promoted to plant superintendent of the Stratford firm. Miss Alice Williagison is in Toronto taking th normal course for teachers in Group Methods of teaching piano. This course is conducted by the Canadian Bureau for the Advancement of Music. Hon. R. B. Bennett will remain as leader of the Dominion Conservative party. For some time Mr. Bennett was in poor health but he .. has returned from - Europe restored in health and willing to retain the leadership. At Jamestown, Jack Warwick and his bride were recipients of a miscellaneous shower. The engagement is an- nounced of Diary Hazel, daughter of Mrs. Thomas Irwin and the late Mr. Irwin of East Wawanosh, to James Melville Campbell, son of Mrs. Charles Campbell and the late Mr. Campbell of Morris. The marriage will take place in August. AUGUST 1949; The board of the Wingham General Hospital has completed negotiations for the purchase of the residence of Ewart McPherson, Catherine Street, situated immedi$ely% behind the hospital. It will be used as a nurses' residence, with accomodation available for 15 nurses. With changes, it could be made to ac- comodate 22. Tom Earl of Gorrie has returned from a trip to the West, bringing with him a bride. Mn and Mrs. Earl were married in Saskat- chewan. Gorrie residents extend heartiest congratula- tions. Mr. Palmer, principal of the Palmerston Public School until last year, has been engaged as the new principal of Fordwich Public School. A social evening was held to honor J. A. Higgins who has been principal for the past seven years. He has been engaged as principal at Drumbo. Mr. and Mrs. William Adair, . who have been residents of Kincardine for a number of years, have moved to 'their home in the village of Bluevale. AUGUST 1960 The new agent at the C.P.R. station, Gorrie, is Norman Chambers. Mr. and Mrs. Chambers come from Port McNichol. Negotiations have been completed for the purchase of the Wingham Manufac- turing Company property on the corner of Josephine and Albert Streets as the site of the new retail liquor store. It is understood • the present factory building will be removed and a modern retail store erected in its place. Friends and neighbors of Mrs. Ernie Lewis met at the home of Mrs. Leonard Phillips for a surprise party in honor of Mrs, Lewis who moved to Lucknow on Saturday. The shopping public is invited to make use of a new parking lot behind the Mc- Donald Block in Wingham's upper block. Owner John P. McKibbon has spent a great deal of time cleaning up the lot and installing curbing, etc. AUGUST 1970 Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bryan Hogg are residing at 511 Angus Street, Wingham, following their marriage at Wroxeter United Church. The bride, the former Margaret Louise Lockwood, is a graduate of Stratford General Hospital and will be employed at Wingham and Distrfct Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sinnamon and sons Richard, Wayne and Brock of Glen Road; moved last week to their farm home near Monkton. Mrs. Sellers moved last week from her home on John Street to the Douglas Conley home oh Victoria Street vacated when the Conleys moved to the Porter farm in TUrnberry Township. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Elliott, RR 1, Bluevale, are pleased to announce the forthcoming marriage of their daughter Joanne to Martin Cretier, son of Mr. and Mrs. Hank Cretier, RR 1, Bluevale. The wedding will take place September 4. Miss Larke Carson of Gorrie has taken a position in the psychology depart- ment at Western University, London. Swimmers from Listowel, Wingham and Mount Forest competed in a meet at the Wingham pool. Listowel was in first place and Wingham second. Among those Wingham swimmers who were in first place were Elizabeth Wehmeyer, Marlene Foxton, Stephanie Rae, Tina Jortzima, Sandy Orien, Jamie Strong, Kelly Jones, Peter Hilbert, Connie Burke, Jimmy Deyell. Items loaned to cancer patients Dear Editor, The Canadian Cancer Society held a raffle in, the spring and with the proceeds • purchased items to set up a loan cupboard. These items are available to all cancer patients in the home. Available is an air mat- tress and pump, sheepskins, folding commode chair, bed pans and wash basins and a backrest. If any of these items are needed, call the Unit Office, 20 Isaac Street, Clinton, at 482-7832 from 1:00 to 5:00 daily. Wendy Tremeer, Secretary Huron County Unit Canadian Cancer Society Agricrew says thanks for help DearEditor, As Agricrew coordinator for Huron County this summer, I would like to extend my gratitude for helping me promote the Agricrew program in the 1984 season. I'm sure many of my bookings were a result of articles you printed for me. This summer has proven another success for the program in Huron County, and I'm sure that with your help it will again be able to help Huron farmers through the cropping season in future years. Once again, thank you for your help. Chris Robson Agricrew Coordinator Huron County Jr. A9- program ends on high note Dear Editor, The Junior,"Agriculturalist Program is in its final stages • of concluding another suc- cessful year in the counties.. .of Huron and Perth. Seventeen urban youths came to this area on June 25 ready to take on a job that is a once in a lifetime ex- perience. They did not know what to expect when they prepared for rural life. As of Aug. 24 I am pleased to report that 17 well- educated people are leaving their host families to return to their homes with mixed emotions. They are excited about going • home, but after. living for approximately two ' months with a family of which they have become a member; they all report , •having grown to like this environment very much and will miss it when they return to the city. The Jr. Ags. realize the responsibility of the host family and are very grateful to them for providing the opportunity to live and work on a. farm.. If anyone is interested in becoming a host family fit the 1985 Junior Agricultural- ist Program, applications will be available in all OMAF .offices during the month of April. Apply early, cince the interest in this area is tremendous. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the host families for all their in- . volvement in participating in this program, along with everyone else who con- tributed in makint the 13th season end on a successful note in the counties of Huron and Perth. Lisa Thompson Huron -Perth Jr. Ag. Coordinator TODAY'S CHILD BY JUDITH ADAMS Marie is a pretty lit- tle girl of five, with long curly brown hair and brown eyes. Her small -boned features make her appear deli- cate. She is very handi- capped both mentally and physically. Marie's problems include cere- bral palsy, sight and hearing defects, and a seizure disorder which is controlled by medi- cation. She cannot sit by herself, or feed her- self, but she is starting to hold small objects in her hands and her limbs are more con- trolled. Marie is just begin- ning to waken to the world around her, THE NORFOLK REBEL, billed as the world's only sailing tugboat, last week at the Goderlch harbor as part of the bicentennial flotilla Norfolk Rebel operates as a tugboat on the East coast of the occasionally is involved in "salvage work, c - ' merclal fishing and spent several days of "tall ships". The United States and research. r largely due to the sti mulating family life she has been enjoying for nearly two years. She is responsive to her name, and she has a happy disposition, especially when there is a lot of activity around her. When she's hungry and tired she whines to let people know. She loves to lis- ten to music, . and she really enjoys hugs, and cuddles. Much time, energy and perserverance is required in the family who adopts this special little girl. They should live near treatment centres where Marie can have the various therapy programs she needs. The Children's Aid Society where Marie is in care are open to the possibility of adoption subsidy. If you think you may be the family for Marie, please write to Today's Child Ministry of Community and Social Services, Box 888, Station K, Toronto. Describe your family and your way of life as fully as possible, and include your telephone number in the. letter. 717, 'lg