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He's not a boy
A mentally -handicapped man was in a dcwntown store recently
picking up some items. He handed over his money and received
his change, explained he was shopping for a friend. "You're such a
good boy" the sales clerk told him.
Although the kindly clerk meant no harm, perhaps this exchange
is telling of a persisting attitude toward the handicapped How long
must these people live, work and contribute to the quality of life in
our communities before they are given the respect they deserve?
Much has happened in the last 20 and even 10 years to bring
handicapped men and women out into the larger community. They
have found gainful employment at the local workshop and in indus-
try. In fact, an eventual goal of our local community -living associa-
tion is to see all clients working outside the workshop.
A number of handicapped people reside at the Wingham group
home and some have their own apartments. They go to church,
play sports and marry if they so choose. •
We have come a long way since the days when mentally -handi-
capped people were shut off in the family home, never seen for
years. In fact, one of the most popular shows of the new television
season features an actor with Down Syndrome.
Our community is made up of varied individuals, all with some-
thing to contribute. Mentally -handicapped members deserve our
help and patience, but most of all, they deserve our respect.
The unthinkable
• Our world as it exists in this last year ct the 1980s is a fascinating
place, says The Listowel Banner, especially for students of politics.
Most riveting, of course, is whz.-.: is happening in Communist coun-
tries: Momentous ever Os in Polaed, East Germany, 'Russia and
especially Hungary, have happened too quicklylo comprehend.
However, there is Hal) doubt the move to democratic socialism is
having a dramatic impact on the East-West polarization that has
existed since World War IL
Here in Canada, however, we are still navel -gazing, mired in our
own polarization — the French -English question. Here, too, there
are substantial changes — changes that were unthinkable nine
years ago, at the time of the 1980 separation referendum in Que-
bec.
The mood of English Canada has hardened, especially in
Ontario, which has been a buffer between Quebec and the western
provinces. A decade ago Ontario was saying Quebec must remain
a part of Canada no matter what the cost or demand. No more.
While the Peterson government officially mouths the message of
referendum days, popular sentiment in the province is Much closer - -
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to the sentiment that has existed in the west for close to two
decadatAdaraltrOiNingilkiffiWin,:this province arestating
emphatically that if Quebec needs special status in order to remain
a part of Canada, then Quebec should go.
A Gallup Canada -Inc. poll in July recorded 28 per cent of people
across the nation were in support of Quebec's separation. It is like-
ly that number has increased by now.
The hardening attitude began in earnest with the Meech Lake
Accord, the document fashioned by Prime Minister Brian Mulroney
and the 10 premiers behind closed doors over two years ago. Seen
as the necessary document to "bring Quebec into the constitu-
tion", the accord has been the focal point of a new kind of national-
ism. It is a kind of nationalism neitherMulroney nor Peterson will
acknowledge; however, it is not only,worthy of acknowledgment, it
is more honest and visionary than the false kind of interpretation
the premiers put on their accord.
No student of politics in this nation is about to swallow the posi-
tion that Quebec isn't included in 110 nation's Constitutionnot
when the Supreme Court of Canada has stated otherwise. &lore -
over, hard-core opposition to Meech Lake includes many reasons
besides the opposition to the "distinct society" clause pertaining to
Quebec. People simply do not like the increased powers given to
the provinces in the accord. They don't like the unanimity clause
which many believe will rue out such possibilities as senate reform
and provincial status for the Yukon and Northwest Territories. They
don't like the fact rights of individuals and minorities are not pro-
tected in the accord.
Put bluntly, men and women on the, streets of cities, towns and
villages and in the hinterland of this nation are asking a question
the prime minister will not consider: if the accord is bad for the
future of Canada, can it be good for Quebec? 11 11 can, then it fol-
lows that what is good for Quebec ISM necessarily good for the
nation. And, if that is the case, then Canadians must deal with the
choices ol pleasing Quebec at the cost a weakened nation, or pur-
suing a direction for a nation that either puts up with a disgruntled
Quebec or a separated Quebec.
OCTOBER 1942
The Ladies' Rifle Club has co
cluderd yeaiss illtektinglir ten
• donated by Capt. T. W. Platt. Mr
E. Webster turned in the highe
• score, 1,196 out of a possible 1,200
She is the only member of the clu
who has secured her Expert Shiel
Mrs. T. W. Platt was a close second
Robert Hopper has _taken ove
the Sturdy tobacco business an
billiard parlors. Mr. Sturdy ha
been an inspector at the Smal
Arms Factory Long Branch, and hi
business here was managed b
William Lott.
Four more have been added t
the list of Wingham boys now over
seas. They are Ed. Rich, Presto
Lediet, Glenn Sinnamon and David
Hickey
Miss Myrtle Fothergill has joined
the staff of the local branch of the
Dominion Bank and started he
duties last week.
• James Coulter was, elected presi-
dent of the Wingham School
Literary Society Vice-presidents are
Beth Brydges and Donald Lloyd;
secretary is William Galbraith and
treasurer Grace Hingston.
Although there are three cases of
scarlet fever here and one in Turn -
berry, it is not expected there will
be an epidemic here. Those who
contracted the fever are two chil-
dren of Mr. and Mrs. George Hall,
John Street; a child of Mr. and Mrs.
W. J. Parish, Alfred Street and a
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben
Appleby, Turnberry
• OCTOBER 1955
Two members of the Winghttut
Scout Troop were presented with
the Second Class badge at the regu-
lar meeting of .the troop. Patrol
Leaders Brian Rider and Byron
Adams, the first two boys in the
troop to complete their tests for the
badge, were honored.
Mrs. K. C. Kerr, former resident
of Wingham, has accepted a posi-
ion with the Dean Russell Drug
tore In London and will be resid-
-iirig, in thafelty
Mr. and Mts. Edward Wadel and
LlIly have Moved to Teeswater,
et several years' residence in
Wale. Also Bluevale, Mr. and
Jiit:GreanaW4r and fainily
H to their new home And .
Johnston is now in the
wed. ,
up witmorgartized at
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OCTOBER 1965 ;:•.•yrr..c•ir, (1!),,fije.T•
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n- meeting of the Public School 'frIilikatitifiike
paarwhidh will not be a contender in the Tad -
g. will honor a former principal of the ership contest of the Ontario Liber-
st school, the late A. L. Posliff. To al Party His candidacy for the lead-
• mark the memory of the well- ership has been a matter of discus -
b known educator, a $25 cash award sion since the announced resigna-
d• will be made to the pupil who tion of Robert Nixon.
receives the Marion Inglis Medal
r each year, for obtaining the highest The dance marathon of the
d marks in Grade 8. depression era was reincarnated in
Wingham as 35 dancing enthusiasts
1 McKibbon's Rexall Drug Store, grossed over $800 during 12 hours.
s one of Wingham's long-established The marathon was sponsored by
y places of business, has been sold by the Junior Citizens and credit for its
the owner, John-McKibbon, to a
success belongs to all JCs and the
0 Toronto man, Wallace F. Johnston.
new executive: Susan Burke, Penny
The store has been in the McKibbon
Hayes, Joanne Anger, !Carlene Nev.
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name since 1901. ery, John Henderson, Richard Ohm,
Three members of the local post Peter Bauer and Jack Ohm:
office staff teamed up to win a
provincial efficiency award. Mrs. I. Rev. G. L. Fish united in marriage
r Johnston, E. Elliott wH.erL.
presentedwithLynn Richard Finnigan of Scarbor-
wa and La. Noreen Ann Nicol of Wmgharn and
• scroll and a trophy to mark their ough in a ceremony at St.
accomplishment. Andrew's Presbyterian manse on
s
Howick Lions Club held its •
installation of officers, naming
Harry Templeman president. Vice-
presidents are George Timm, Oliver
Riley and Jerry Rome. Secretary is
Wray Cooper and Lion tamer is
Dick Carson.
Rev. A. E. Willis, formerly of
Angus, Ontario, vvas inducted as
minister of Calvin United Church at
St. Helens. Mr. and Mrs. Willis have
taken up residence at the manse
and are extended a warm welcome.
Saturday.
t I _1 •
ga 44;11PeiveDeCpmthe7Sartmenotf issued
ssuWeding;
the'
Id" all persons burning
leaves in the open, that the act is
illegal. If a fire should be started by
burning leaves, the person respon-
sible is liable to be charged for
property damage.
The year 1978 is still distant but
plans for the International Plowing
Match are well under way. A sign
was approved and will be erected
on the property of Jim Armstrong,
RR 4, Wingham.
Mr. and Mrs. James Inglis were
installed as Worthy Patron and
Worthy Matron of Huron Chapter
No. 89, Order of the Eastern Star.
Associates are Scott Reid and Mrs.
Clarence Bell.
Three members of the Majestic
Rebekah Lodge of Wingham were
presented with 15 -year jewels. Sis-
ters Ethel Adams, Nora Finnigan
and Rita ivierkley received the jew-
els.
PRESS COUNCIL.
The Wingham Advance -Times is a member )! the !;
Ontario Press Council which wi!! consider written I
complaints about tha publication of news, opinions
and advertising. If a complaint cannot be resolved
with the newspaper, it should be sent to the Ontario
Pre #:- Council, 151 Slater St., Suite 708, Ottawa,
Ontario gip 5H3.
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