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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWingham Advance-Times, 1980-02-20, Page 2• i[linebaan Advance -Times, February 20, 1980 yk. to LAOTIANS STUDY The Manichanh family, living in a donated farmhouse near Ethel, spends most evenings studying English lessons. Here are Bounsouk Manichanh, his wife Boualeo, brother Bounleuth and two of the children, Manivanh and Sengdara. Laotians having 'no problerta cdustingto Canadian living By Terri Polilio It has been three 'months since the Manichanh. family, sponsored by the Sacred Heart Church, Wingham, and St. Ambrose, Brussels, travelled from Laos to Montreal and was transported to a donated farmhouse near Ethel. Bounsouk Manichanh said he, his wife Bouakeo, their four children and his brother Bounleuth, so far are having "no problem" adjusting to Canadian living. : Mr. Manichanh explained' that the family's top priority right now is to become better acquainted with the English language. To accomplish this the adults travel, together with Hung and Lieu Dinh, to Listowel United Church five days a week for English classes. The group attends one of three classes at the church. Their's is made up of 17 students of Vietnamese and Laotian background. Mr. Dinh, who so far has the clearest un- derstanding of English, explained that during class only English is spoken. However the students are allowed to converse in their native tongues during breaks and lunch hours. He noted that the family can com- municate inFJtgiish if spoken slowly. They aplan to continue attending classes for another three months. Mr. Dinh, 19, and his sister Lieu, 16, are sponsored by the Herman De Bruyns of RR 3, Wham. They live with the Manichanhs during the week and are driven to Listowel with them by volunteer drivers. Two off the Manichanh children, Manivanh, 9, and Sengdara, 8, attend Brussels Public School. Manivanh said that teachers are help- ing them pick up the language by matching words with pictures. The pair explained that they have a lot of friends at school and they enjoy learning. Math and art rate number one as their favorite subjects. How are they coping with Canadian ways? Well, clothing styles are a bit strange, but they are accepting them. Regarding food Mr. Dinh noted they don't mind Canadian products as long as they prepare them. He said their dishes are similar to Chinese fpod, with a strong preference to fish and soya sauces. When asked about their social life, Mr. Dinh said he wants to learn how to dance Canadian style. In Laos people dance in large circles rather than in couples. Apparently young people do not dance together unless they know each other well or are married. But Mr. Dinh is quickly "learning how to shake my body" to tunes on the radio. Lack of transportation seems to be the only drawback to the group's situation. Because they don't have a car, the Manichanhs and Dinhs are forced to stay home almost every night, except when volunteers take them shopping. "We don't know what is going on outside because we don't have a car," Mr. Dinh ex- plained, adding that they would enjoy par- ticipating in social functions or would like to go to the show sometime. While isolated inside the farmhouse after school hours, the group spends evenings studying or watching television. Another drawback is that no one lives with them who speaks English fluently. Because they are unsure of pronunciation it is easier for members to converse in Laotian. Nevertheless they are enthusiastic about their future in Canada and are happy to be here. Bounsouk and Bounleuth Manichanh, who are both radio technicians, are anxious to learn English quickly so that they will be able to acquire jobs. Mrs:: Manichanh, a seam- stress, also plans to find employment once the classes are completed. The Dinhs'explained that they want to at- tend high school in Wingham. Lieu said she is interested in home economics and her brother enjoys auto mechanics. ° Bgart"ists CLASSIFIEIiHDS c AWDA Y SHOPP1NG The following Wim stores are open every Monday -for your shopping convenience.. - P S SAI t I P T E ,S T O R E Wingham, Ontario MONDAYONLY TRIE TOT CHILD'S LIGHTHOUSE MICRO RANGE our reg. price $13.99 OVEN our reg. price $13.88 Now6°° N�w9°° James F. Watt Holdings Limited. Josephine St. S. Box 10. Wingham NOG 2W0 Tel: (519) 357-3714 MONDAY ONLY SPECIALS Previously Frozen PORK RIBLETS .49.. 5 with $5.00 grocery purchase IGA 24 oz. loaf -WHITE SLICED BREAD .R9 Limit of 6 with $5.00 purchase AnnuaIm.t eetip� Whitechurch UC • Wljitechurch--The annual meeting of the United church here was held Feb. 5. Ministers duringthe year were Rev. Wilena Brown' and Robert C. Perry. The sessions members are • clerk, M. Moore, C. Laidlaw, R. •Chap- man; C. Whytock, E: Sleight- holm and D. Gibb. The trustee board comprises C. Laidlaw, E. Sieighthohn and R. Chap- man. Stewards elected in 1979 are Mrs. F. Tiffin; D. Gibb and A. Coultes. Secretary -treas- urer is M. Moore. Auditors are le -Laidlaw , C. Laidlaw an Mrs. D. Willis.' Organist G rs. Agnes Farrier and assis nt is Mrs. Jean Tiffin. Mrs. crier is also the observer. The present minister, Mr. Perry, gave a very interesting message, closing with a poem, 'The Kindly Neighbor'. The session reports members of session', six; resident members, 51; . non resident members, 10; bap- tism, Sara AnnChapman; new members, Janet Elaine Laidiaw, Lueindy June Moore, Karen Marie Quipp and Nancy Edith Quipp. The board of stewards expressed thanks to the volunteer caretakers and to all who helped in special ways. The mission and ,service bind amounted to $884.09. Five parcels of used clothing and white gifts were sent to the Fred Victor Mission in Toronto. The Sunday School sponsored a foster child which cost $180.90 and had a balance left. The expenses of the general fund were met and a balance is left over. All departments of the church reported a very suc- cessful year. Mrs. Fisher hosts Institute meeting Whitechurch—The Women's Institute met last Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Rena Fisher, Wingham. Eighteen members were present. The program for public relations opened with President Merle Wilson welcoming everyone and reading a poem, 'February'. Mrs. Alan Falconer then read the minutes, treasurer's report and correspondence. The roll call was answered with ways to add interest to meetings. One suggestion was to shorten the business sessions. Communications were read and the committee which interviewed Kinloss council regarding work needed at the Whitechurch Hail gave a favorable report. A quilt is to be quilted at the hall in the near future and Mrs. Rena Fisher and Mrs. Russel McGuire were put in charge of planning the -bus trip this year:' The motto, 'If you want friends, be a friend', was given by Mrs. Bill Rintoul. The branch decided to give $100 to the hospital for the stroke club and Miss Wilson of Wingham e home rat WON ON Mr. and id 's; :Herman deBruyn and family, attended a Chinese Nev_ear's dinner at Llatpwe1'Trinity 'United Church on Friday, On Sunday evening, the de.Bruyns at- tended a Chinese New Year's supper at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Winghan Mr. and Mrs. Walter Elliott are looking alter their grands°A, Jeffet,T» 'While his parents, Mr. and Ctrs. Paul Elliott of Brussels, are vacationing down south. Mr. and Mrs. David Elliott and Curtis of Blyth visited the Elliotts on Sunday. On Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Amos Martin and °family visited Mrs. Sarah Horst and girls of Elmira. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Purdon were visited by Miss Kathy Purdon of Blyth on. Sunday. M. and Mrs: Dan Tiffin were visited by their sort Bevin, his wife Anne -Marie and their two boys on Sunday. Mrs. Ethel Stewart also visited the Tiffin on Sunday. On Saturday, Mr. and Mrs. Wes Tiffin were visited by Mr. and Mrs. Johnston Conn conducted a penny auction. A 'really interesting ceramics demonstration was given by Mrs. Anita Mahe. Curator Mrs. Currie asked the clippers to get busy and donate clippings. The nominating committee for 198o-81, Mrs. Bill Evans, Mrs. James McInnes and Mrs. Victor Emerson, was asked to prepare a slate of officers for the March meeting, to be held ins Whitechurch Hall. The lunch committee, Mrs. R. Gaunt, Mrs. J. Wilson and Mrs. Fisher, served refresh- ments. MRS. JOE WAtKEK- BlUovate Fourteen tables of euchre were played Wedneld4.7 night in the Community . I1igh prizes were won by Sheila Walker and Fred Porter. Prizes for low score were awarded to Daisy Timm' and Robert Perry. Fiorenee Johnston won the 10e1q► dr"' LL �� ,.l a s►. � iieathe'. Of Wmgheiin were y vieltt?ita *WM% ^ W.`Beeereit. -- Harrie reiden of Wiegluun was admitted Monday to Wingham ° and Oietrict Hwipit.hiatus hope he willl.. #ems; better sin Brian, and. Richard Bell of Timmins visited with Rev. and Mrs. John Bell while their Parents were maldng plans to move from Timmins to Windsor in the near future. Mr. and Mrs. John Gibb and Ryan of Kitchener were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Dave Gibb and Murray. wry, i d ecandair The, second meeting of the Belgrave I "Nifty. Knotters" was held on February 11 in the institute Hall. • Each girl made a chart of. her likes and dislikes and figured out her colors and color personalities. Each member brought the Sti Vorigbte kotte�f Compounded twice Yearly "trustee'" Cooperative Trust, .oir puny., of Canada no cidrninistrative fee "your money works in your community" ALSO Life Insured shores Life Insured loans 90 day deposits` 12% Free chequing accounts Ontario Share and Deposit Insurance Corporation insures up, to $20,000.00 per account NIAGARA ESCARPMENT PROPOSED PLAN HEARING TAKE NOTICE THAT. any person desiring to make representations respecting the contents of The Prop Plan for the Niagara Escarpment for any part of the Niagara Escarpmentarea covered by the Proposed Plan may file with the Administrator notice in writing to that effect, including in such notice the full name, address, and telephone number of such person or complete and return the form below not later than March 10th, 1980. Notice of Hearing TAKE NOTICE that the public hearing concernning The Proposed Plan for the Niagara Escarpment as provided by section 10 of The Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act, 1973,. will • commence on , Monday; the 14th day of April, 1980 at 1000 a.m. in theftorehbotr ii t MAtRft1l'1'i' ALL, q^ , Ancaster Fair Groua'ds, Highway 53 at Southcote Road, ANC)l.STER, ONTA 10. It is intended that in Phase 1 of the hearing at Ancaster, a, general presentation of the P •nos ed Plan as a,. whole will be' mad, by the Jiaga ra Escarpment Commission. In Phase 1 of the hearin;_, only presentations on general issues concerning the 'Proposed Plan as a whole will be heard by the hearing officers: This will be .followed by Phase 11, a specific section dealing with that part of the Pro- posed Ilan within the Regional Municipality of Hamilton -Wentworth. A second Phase I hearing will be held in or near the . City of Owen Sound, at which time a general pre- sentation of the Proposed Plan as a whole will be made, by the. Niagara Escarpment Commission. At this hearing. only presentations on general issues concerning the Proposed Plan as a whole will be heard by the hearing officers. , Subsequent Phase Ii hearings will deal with issues in. specific sectors (counties or regions) of the area covered by the Proposed Plan and will be held at several locations. 1t is expected that these hearings will be held in or near the areas of Lion's, Head "(to receive represen- tations on the area of Bruce County within the Proposed Plan). Rocklyn (Grey County), Duntroon (Simcoe County). Orangeville (Dufferin County), r " Caledon East (Regional Municipality of .:11 eel), Georgetown' (Regional Municipality of •Halton), and St. Catharines ,(Regional Municipality of Niagara). �a Notice'of these times and.places Will be published in advance of such hearings and will be mailed to , persons who have indicated their intention to make representations or submit questions concerning the Proposed Plan: . • Any person may make representations concerning the Proposed Plan at this hearing. in order to assist all parties in scheduling their participation . at the hearings, persons desiring to make representation" or submit questions concerning the plan are en- couraged to provide a written copy of their submis sion, or .provide a brief statement of their interest in the Proposed Plan, indicating whether or not such person will be represented by legal counsel and_ whether such person wishes to call witnesses -at the hearing. . If you wish further information, you are invited to, contact the Administrator, Niagara Escarpment Proposed Plan Hearing, Box No. 7, MacDonald Block, Queen's Park, Toronto, Ontario, M7A 1N3. Telephone: (416) 877-0153 Temporary Telephone: (416) 877-5195 If you are interested in participating in the hearing. please complete this form and mail to: NAME: Administrator Niagara Escarpment Proposed Plan Hearing Box 7. MacDonald Block Queen's Park Toronto, Ontario M7A 1N3 (please pini 1 ADDRESS HOME TELEPHONE NO BUSINESS TELEPHONE NO I am interested in participating at the hearing dealing with general issues only covering the whole area of the Proposed Plan to be held in (mark only one) State county. regaon:andej@sal municipality you are interested in • ® Ancaster ® Owen Sound asseli obroe• Niagara Escarpment Proposed Plan Hearing 1 am interested in participating at the hearings dealing with, issues relating to a specific area covered by the Proposed Plan at one of the sector hearings Yes No Dated at Toronto this 7th day of February. 1980. _ A. L. McCrae Chief Hearing Officer W. T. Shrives J Hearing Officer M. D. Henderson Hearing Officer M