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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1989-10-03, Page 5'41 THE SPLENDOR OF AUTUMN was in evidence at the Wawanosh Conservation Area near Bel - grave Sunday. Rob and Carol Lawrie of Blyth were just two of those who enjoyed the fall color tour, sponsored by the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority Is abortion legislation needed in Canada? Dear Editor: The federal government has recently stated its intention to intro- duce abortion legislation this fall. Why is there an assumption that legislation on abortion is necessary and inevitable? Canadians should realize that this "urgent call" for a law was brought about by a few coinciden- tal and unfortunate circumstances; an aberrant United States Supreme Court decision and a rash of injunc- tion -seeking ex -boyfriends. We are confident that the Supreme Court of Canada, when it delivers its reasons in the Daigle case, will send the clear message to Canadians that they cannot stop women from making their own abortion decisions by hauling them through the courts. s Modern thinking on abortion,the world over, is moving, away froth focussing on criminality toward focussing on the health of women and their families. We don't need or want a criminal law. Pregnant women are not criminals:Abortion is properly seen as a matter of health. There is no legislation gov- erning other medical procedures, the decision for specific medical care is based on what is known to be good medical practice. The decision whether or not to terminate a pregnancy is one of the most difficult decisions a woman has to make in her life. Ninety-nine point six per cent of all abortions are performed before the end of the 20th week of pregnancy. Women should decide for themselves the fate of their own bodies; their own lives. It is a woman's choice. Even under Section 251 of the Criminal Code there were no gesta- tional limits on the performing of Resident says many thanks' Dear Editor: As one of the older citizens born in the Village of Wroxeter, I would like to take this opportunity to say "many thanks" to the Wroxeter Improvement Association, whose members unselfishly are giving of their time and efforts to improve the looks of our town. I just wish I were younger to help. The gazebo at the entrance to the bridge is very impressive, especial- ly when lit up at night. The build- ings on the main street are taking on a new look and the many lights have certainly made a great improvement. Everyone should appredate their efforts and be do-ers instead of grumblers. We live in a wonderful part of the world. Yours truly, A. Burke abortions. There are good reasons why abortions are sought after the first trimester. Lack of access to the service may cost a woman valuable time. Money may be a problem. Young women sometimes do not know they are pregnant. Amniocentesis, by which fetal abnormalities are diagnosed, cannot be performed until the 16th week of pregnancy and may take until the 19th week or longer to make a diagnosis, then comes the search for access to abor- tion and more delay. The answer to later abortion is not another abortion law, the answer is access early in the preg- nancy Furthermore, sex education and birth control counselling reduce the need for abortion, late or ,,early , • r e , If the government must bring in a law, let it be one that would guar- antee easy access- to all women's health nate services, including abor- tion, family planning and birth con- trol. Let us not encourage unneces- sary laws, but government action that will provide real and meaning- ful solutions to the problem of unwanted pregnancies. Parliament take note — most Canadians do not want another abortion law. Readers are invited to write or call their member of parlia- ment if they want to ensure that women's freedom of choice is pre- served. Judith Allen, Lawyer, National Association of Women and the Law !ei The Repair Ara LiOhji Act, 1989, to be proclaimed on Oct. 10, will provide greater protection for repairers and storers when claiming a lien for articles they have repaired or stored. The act also will allow consumers and other owners of goods sufficient time to pay for repair or storage charges. Jointly developed by the province's consumer ministry and the attorney general's office, the act will result in the repeal of the Unclaimed Articles Act, the Ware- housemen's Lien Act and Mechan- ics' Lien Act. The new law clarifies the rights of repairers, storers, owners and secured creditors in a fair and com- prehensive manner. It also provides for the creation of a "non -possesso- ry" lien that will enable lien claimants to release an article but still retain a lien aaningeit. Thi,wili be of great asistance to lien claimants in situations where arti- cles are repaired on an owner's premise. In order to enforce a non -posses- sory lien against other parties which may have an interest in the same property, a claim for lien must be registered in the Personal Prop- erty Security Registration System. A lien claimant. may register a claim for lien for one, two or three years at a fee of $5 per year. With the exception of discharges, any changes made to the claim for lien carry a flat fee of $10. Discharges will be free of charge'. Detailed procedures are estab- lished for the sale or retention of an article by lien claimants and for the redemption of an article by the owner or other persons; such as secured creditors, who have an interest in the articled. The act also provides rules to allow an owner or any other person entitled to the article, to recover possession when there is a dispute as to the price of the repair and storage services. In addition, the courts will be given broad powers to resolve all matters that arise under the act. PHOTO CONTEST For those of you interested in entering the Huron County calen- dar photo contest which I am spon- soring, my offices have begun accepting entries. They may be mailed or dropped off at any of my riding offices in Exeter, Goderich or Wingham, or Charity raises money to give the gift of sight Dear Editor: On a hill overlooking the town of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, is a special spot that has been shared with a friend over many years. Each fall, we climb up to a place high enough to overlook the rolling hills and river valley. The trees, all turning in color, present a patch- work of radiance and beauty that is stunning to behold. We sit, without saying a word and it seems like our souls communicate; we truly are one and at peace with the world. The work of Operation Eyesight Universal is like climbing that hill. Each year, thousands of dollars are raised and distributed by this regis- tered Canadian charity — dollars freely and generously given by peo- ple from all across this reat land. • Beauty and radiance are in the faces of the men, women and chil- dren in Third World countries where the precious gift of sight restoration is received. The task is enormous, the work immense and the patchwork of color is every bit as large and intri- DRIVING IN FOG Fall weather is often foggy weather. Take precautions while driving, recommends the Ontario Safety League. Use your headlights on low beam, since high beams can cause glare. Turn on the defroster and fan to avoid misting on the interior of the windshield, and use your wipers to avoid condensation on the outside. Atitsmiummommommamommur THIRD TAXES DUE The third tax installment far the Town of Wingham is dUe October 31st, 1989. Interest at 1 1/4% per month or any part that: At will be charged as of November i St, 1989. NOTE: Persons who have aoquirod propertieS and _have not received a tax bill ShoUkl CeptaCtOHO , the Clerk's . Failure to reedy() a bill door not relieve a taxpayer from. reSPOnStbili* for payment of laket, nor from penalty for late payment. • „ • , ' ,,k,A!? • • 41. cate as the rolling hills. The need for greater efforts speaks out and seems to point the way to more control and prevention of eye dis- eases in developing countries. Much is being done and can be done to eradicate the causes of blindness, especially in children. As we pause this Thanksgiving to reflect on our fortunes, we cao give the precious gift of sight to a cataract patient in the Third World. Imagine how thankful that person will be to see the beauty of nature. Operation Eyesight Universal can be contacted at No. 202, 1719 Lawrence Ave. East, Scarborough, Ont., MIR 2X7. Yours truly, Ken Shelley tirtipiiieate-.4 the Leitslitive'''$. hill'be w1f . y.94.1 . , Building, Queen's Park, Torontui' j-e‘iinixiiition rather than Oki; M7A 1A2. —a totakof 12 pboteip WRI- be cho, • Guidelines are as follows: sen; each entrant receives a p‘rIze; -, ----scenes should be from Huron —all phetosr.phs T'll he; County or the surrounding area. returned tthe Owner tellowling the Preference will be given to scenes publication of the 'calendan o which best reflect the character and —ALL PHOTOGRAPHS MUST. lifestyle of Huron County; BE MARKED CLEARLY WITH —photographs can be current, or THE LOCATION QF THE SUB. older ones of historical interest; JECT MATTER AND THE NAME, —black and white reproduces ADDRESS AND TE‘EPHONE much better than color, although NUMBER OF THE PERSON the latter can be used; ENTERING THE PHOTO; —because cost prohibits me from —deadline for entries is Friday, printing in color, the most effective Nov. 3. 1:4 Afted4m"' The Wingham Economic Development Committee, with the assistance of the F., E. Madill Grade 13 Geography Class, will be conducting a household survey in Wingham during the first two weeks of October. The questionaires will be delivered to households on the east side of Josephine Street on Thursday, October 5th, and picked up on Thursday, October 12th. They will be deli'iered to households on the west side of Josephine Street on Friday, October 6th, and picked up on Friday, October 13th. If you will not be at home during the pick-up day, you are requested to please place the completed questionaire between the storm and front door of your home, or leave it with a neighbour who will be home. PUBLIC NOTICE 130th Howick-Turnberry FALL FAIR October 6 & 7, 1989 at Howick Community Centre ARENA OPEN TO PUBLIC Friday, October 6 (7 - 10 p.m.) Saturday, October 7 (11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) FRIDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES Official Opening - 8:00 p.m. PORK AUCTION - 9:00 p.m. Hams & Loins of 1st, 2nd & 3rd prize carcasses ENTERTAINMENT OPTIMIST CHILDREN'S GAMES & FOOD BOOTH MIDWAY OPTIMIST PUB NIGHT with Crippled Duck ' • SATURDAY.ACT1VITIES AciiiiBiEMEtqfP4oGiiiotk Judging of Costumes & Decorated Bicycles - HORSE SHOW • CATTLE & SHEEP SHOW VEAL SHOW & SALE School Fair, Homecraft and Agricultural Displays OPTIMIST CHILDREN'S GAMES & FOOD BOOTH - 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Howick - Tumberry Tug of War, Jr. & Sr. BALE ROLLING - OTHER GAMES! OPTIMIST REFRESHMENT CENTRE (upstairs) 130th Celebration Dance - Saturday Evening featuring "Anything Goes" • Age of Majority $8.00/couple, lunch available. Friday Evening Admissions: Adults $2.50 Children under twelve - 500 Preschool - Free Saturday Admissions: Adults $3.00 Children under twelve $2.00 Preschool - Free Cars on grounds $1.00 aui st Hensall Co-op is pleased to provide farmer -owned grain and bean elevator facilties in Londesboro. By working together, farmers can build their own successful agri-business! • Fast efficient service • Wagon dumpers • Trucking available to Fair grades and prices • 14