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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWingham Advance-Times, 1981-02-18, Page 14, Advance -Times. February 18, 1981 code provides tips el rnentary students Grade 7 and 8 students at the Turnberry Central School took advantage of the fine winter weather Friday and participated in a Pepsi- Cola Skicade wor hop. The students went cross- country skiing after Skicade instructors Patsy Chalmers and Jim Coburn gave a presentation. The Pepsi-Cola Skicade program introduces students across the province to the pleasures of cross- country and alpine skiing. It is run by the Ontario Ski Council and is currently in its' fourth season. Miss Chalmers lectured on downhill (alpine) skiing, explaining that beginners should use a .shorter ski because it is easier to turn. She stressed that the metal edges on the skis rust easily and must be wiped dry after each outing. The alpine boots are heavy. When fitting the boots, your toes must be able to move to ensure proper circulation and prevent frostbite. She also discussed ski brakes, which she said are relatively new. In the case of a fall the ski is released, but the brakes stop the ski from continuing down the hill. For clothing, Miss Chalmers suggested long johns or track pants, with snow pants on top. Together with a turtle neck, sweater, and ski jacket, the body would have adequate war- mth. She stressed that 60 per cent of body heat is lost from the head and neck, and a hat and scarf should be worn. Mittens, not gloves, were advised to stop frostbite. Mr. Coburn talked to the students about cross=couptry skiing. He said the tip of the ski should reach the wrist or palm of the hand when stood up. Unwaxable skis have scales on the centre of the base to grip the snow, he explained. This traction prevents slipping. Wax'able skis have a smooth base. When waxed they grip the snow under the foot (the kick zone), letting the rest of the ski glide. He suggested a two -wax system for beginners. When the snow is wet, a sticky wax is needed to provide traction. In dry, fluffy snow, a harder wax is adequate. tfe4;:::eeleetreeve, TANGLED LEGS—This youngster at Turnberry Cen- tral School chose to remain anonymous after taking"'a spill during a ski workshop Friday morning. The Pep - sl -Cola Skicade workshops, conducted by the Ontario Ski COuncil, were held in local and area schools last week. Mr. Coburn gave a iski- waxing demonstration, putting three separate thin layers on the kick zone of the ski and rubbing each in. He said that once waxed, skis should be left outside to cool. It is important to dress in several layers before skiing cross-country. This insulates the body, and makes it possible to take off a layer when hot. Mr. Coburn suggested wearing knickers over long underwear, with a sweater, track top, and wind breaker. He also advised wearing a hat and bringing a knapsack with extra wax. There are three Pepsi-Cola Skicade vans travelling throughout the province equipped with 30 sets of Alpine and 30 sets of cross- country skis and boots. The one in this area was at the Brookside Public School in Lucknow last Thursday, and Turnberry Central School and Henrick Central School on Friday. The Ontario Ski Council is a non-profit organization responsible for the development and extension of the sport of skiing. Through the Pepsi-Cola Skicade, it has introduced skiing to more than 125,000 students aver the past three seasons. Pepsi-Cola Skicade ` is. offered free of charge to'' senior elementary and high schools in the province through the cooperation of Pepsi-Cola Canada Limited, Sears the Sports Centre, Kneissl Canada Limited, Estrie. ' Footwear Limited, Look Canada Incorporated, Swix Canada, and the Ontario Ski Resorts Association. Tow n Council shorts Continued from Front Page the delay is that the matter was never pushed, he ex- plained. Other councillors agreed with a suggestion by Councillor Crump that the town consider hiring some- one to develop a master plan for the town parks. "I think we could have the showplace of Ontario if that were done properly," he declared. He pointed out that currently development of the park lands is taking place piecemeal. "We're all sticking things in there hodgepodge, and none of us know what we're doing. Councillor Jerry Chomyn reported the parks board had received a letter from the Wingham Kinsmen Club regarding the club's plans for a family park in the. `First Bush' area east of the Riverside ball park. He proposed the parks board should work closely with the Kinsmen and dirt their efforts. Several councillors sug- gested the area shouldn't be changed too much from its natural state. The town already has a "horrendous amount" of park land, and could end up spending more to maintain the parks than the streets, Councillor Dick LeVan commented. The town is not in a position this year to make catch-up payments to the Public Utilities Commission for street light maintenance, council decided. Councillor LeVan, chair- man of finance, said the ad- ditional $10,000 required to bring the town up-to-date on the payments was not in- cluded in the 1961 budget. 1t would impose an additional load on the taxpayers and if the town can avoid it, it should. "If the utility is in such good shape they can afford a 28 per cent salary increase they don't need extra money from us," he declared. "We've got to start doing it sometime," Mayor, Bill Harris, who also sits on the • PUC, told council, to which Councillor Tom Miller responded, "Do we? ",. "We're not in a position to help them with their cash flow this year," Mr. •LeVan concluded, and councillors agreed. The PUC used to bill the town• at the end of each year for maintenance costs on the street lights. This has been changed to a month by month billing system, leaving the town in the position 'of'having to pay two years' costs in one. While on this topic, council did agree to purchase high- pressure sodium instead of mercury vapor street lights for new installations this year. It will decide later on which street to use them. The sodium lamps, which give an orange -colored light, cost more for the initial installation, but will save money on energy costs, council decided. 0 0 0 Earl Young attended the council meeting to discuss his dispute with the town over a 14 -foot strip of land beside his bowling alley. He currently is suing the town for ownership of the land. Mr. Young explained the strip originally was part of the bowling alley lot, but was severed and sold to the town during a mortgage fore- closure some years ago. All this -took place before he bought the property, and he had assumed he owned 'the sItrip until the town decided to build a laneway on it, he said. Since then he has consulted several lawyers who suggested the conveyance to the town was done illegally, so he has filed suit to regain ownership. In the meantime he has ob- tained an injunction against the town to prohibit any work on the property until the matter is settled. He told council he is worried° that a laneway adjacent to his building would allow frost to get into the ground, and heave his bowling lanes. Councillors expressed sympathy, but said they couldn't do anything until the ownership is decided. However they agreed to instruct their solicitor to proceed as quickly as possible to resolve the issue. Area music pupils pass examinations FORDWICH — Several area pupils of Mrs. Ron Livermore and Mrs. Claude Martin received first class honors on music examin- ations set by the Royal Conservatory of Music, To- ronto. In Preliminary .tudi- mer;lts, Theory, Leanne Smitn, uaughtet ut easwr and Mrs. Ken Smith of Ford- wich achieved a mark of 83. Laurie Schneider, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Schneider of Fordwich, passed her Grade I Theory with a mark of 80. Grade II Theory exams were Written by Nancy Versteeg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Versteeg of Gorrie, who received a mark of 99; and Andrew Martin, son of Mr, and Mrs. Claude Martin of Fordwich, who achieved 100 on his exam. Berns Martin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Martin, passed her Grade 3 Piano with honors, a mark of 78. Michele Bartman, recording a mark of 77, passed her Grade 6 Singing. She is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ulmer Bartmati, Gowan- stown. Fordwich and area residents congratulate the young people and their teachers on this fine showing., Man arrested for burglary A Port Stanley man has been arrested and charged with the burglary of a Brussels -area residence last month. Sgt. Roy Anderson of the Wingham detachment, Ontario Provincial Police, reported that Gordon David Kelly, 51, was arrested by the St. Thomas OPP as the result of an investigation by Const. Ken Balzer of the Wingham detachment. He is being held in the Walkerton jail pending a bail hearing. The charge arises from the daylight burglary of the Graeme MacDonald resi- dence,near Brussles Jan. 14, during which a chest of silverware valued at $300 was stolen. No shortage of applicants There are lots of people around town interested in some part-time work, if the experience of one local resident is any indication. After placing a want ad in The Advance -Times asking for a person to do some housecleaning, she reported she received about 18 calls from persons interested in the job. 1 Whitechurch ,Persnols X. and Mrs. John Bell 44ili 00 a ministers' 1114etItle at Tara on Tuesday. 1ailll Proctor of Livonia, Mtehi$an, ° visited from Monday'to Wednesday of last, Week with Mr. and Mrs. Victor Emerson. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Fon- taine and Christian of Streetsville spent the weekend with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. John Bell. Mr. and Mrs. Eric Evans of London visited Saturday With his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Evans. Carrie and Robin Bell of Walkerton visited Friday to Sunday with their grand- parents, Rev. and Mrs. John Bell, while their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Bell, were away on a trip. On Sunday evening Rev. and Mrs. Bell took, the girls to their home at Walkerton and will remain,with them until their parents return. Russel Proctor returned )i'riday to his. home in Livonia after visiting friends here for a week. Miss Faye Irwin of Kit- chener spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Orland Irwin, and family'. Mr. and Mrs. Russel Humphrey of Toronto were Sunday visitors with Rev. and Mrs. John Bell. Visitors on Sunday with ELECTION TIME ' Last Thursday, the Turn - berry Central student body held their annual election for prime minister. The candi- dates for the position each received a chance to reveal his or her platform. This year's candidates were Rob Weber, David Wheeler, Stephanie Dimelow, Sandra Moffatt, Sandra Thompson and Troy McDougall. After the assembly each grade went back to its room and voted. By noon the tally was in and Rob Weber was the new prime minister elect, taking over ex -prime minister Jamie Heifer's position. , When asked how he felt about the election, Prime Minister Elect Weber stated, "Boy, am I glad it's over; what a relief". Apparentely the campaign was quite strenuous for Rob and all of the candidates. As soon as time permits, Mr. Weber will be given the oath of office and take the position. PEPSI -COLA SKICADE Last Friday the Pepsi-Cola Skicade visited our school and taught the students of grades 7 and 8 some new skiing techniques. The two instructors were from Toronto and their names, were Patsy Chalmers . and Jim Colburne. These in- structors showed us the different equipment to use for downhill skiing and cross-country skiing. After a brief discussion the group divided into three or four groups and everyone learned new techniques. The children all enjoyed a morning of skiing from their regular school work. By Debbie Hoy SPEAK OUT The Public Speaking Contest was held at Turn - berry .Central School on Monday, Feb. 9, in the after- noon. There were 10 con- testants in the contest, six in the junior division and four in the senior division. Participants in Junior division were as follows: Jenny Weber, Kristen Hawkingt, 'Kelly Day; Francine Dimelow, Dean Nicholson; Jason Conley. Participants in the ,senior division were Debbie, Grant Weber, Annette. Jorritsma and Rob Weber. The winners of the junior division were Kristen. Hawkins and runner-up. was Francine Dimelow. Winners of the senior division were Rob Weber and runner-up Grant Weber. The winners of each division will go on to com- pete in the regional finals on Feb. 28 at the. Wingham Legion. If they win at the regional finals ,they will advance to the Zone :Finals at Seaforth on March 7, 1981. By Tracey Day KINDERGARTEN The Kindergarten class of Turnberry Central went to visit a post office this week. They. also had a Valentine exchange with their other classmates. February 12 they had an ABC snack party, which con- sisted of apples for A, berries for Be. and cake for C. This was a very enjoyable day for the Kindergarten class. by Debbie Hoy Mr, and Miff, }, W. Heecroft and Karen were Mr. and Mars.., Ronaald • Beecroft -sban>!latt, Kevin anti Heather, Mn. Connie Hickey, Darren and Dwayne, all of Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Elliott and Karen and Mrs. Gordon Elliott -of Wingham were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. David Elliott, Listowel. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Laidlaw, Michelle and Jason of London, spent the weekend with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elroy Laidlaw and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Elliott. Joe Ducharme of Goderich visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Elroy Laidlaw. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Purdon and Miss Beatrice McQuillan recently. spent a week with Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gaunt, Jennifer and Jason of Chatham and Dr. anel Mrs. Ed Carey, Kitchener. Mr. and Mrs. Neil Rintoul and Steven attended the wedding of Wayne Boland and Gilda Sproul on Saturday at four o'clock in Applewood United Church. Mrs. Rintoul and Miss Sproul are cousins. Scott Rintoul spent the weekend at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Robinson of Belgrave with his cousin, Mark. Mr. and Mrs. Dave Oberholtzer, Jeffery and Julie of Waterloo, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Campbell and Heather, Kitchener, and -.Stuart Rintoul spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Bill Rintoul. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Rintoul visited Sunday evening with his sister, Mrs. Luella MacPherson, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Doug Snell. and Mr. Snell of Londesboro. Mrs. Mac- , Pherson is recuperating after surgery in a London hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Tony Straker visited Friday with Mr. and Mrs. Chris Newman, Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. George Webster were Saturday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Tony Straker. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Evans and Lisa of Ballinafad were Sunday visitors with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Evans. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Evans visited on the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Maulden and Keith of Kinlough. Visitors on the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Carl McClenaghan and Mrs. PRIME MINISTER—Rob Weber, a Grade 7 pupil Turnberry Central School, was elected last Thursday, as the school prime minister by the student body. Rob explained that he will be working with representatives from Grade 3 and up on the school fund-relslnU palgns and outdoor events. at Gat' - Mary M Crenagban were Mr. and Mrs, lana! Moss, Platteville, Mrs, Eileen Parker, Exeter, and Mr. and Mrs. Doug ,Baird, Cayuga, Mr, and Mrs. Ted . McClenaghan, Kitchener, spent a few days with Miss Mildred McClenaghan. Word has been received here that Neil' MacDonald, a resident of Brueelea Haven, Walkerton, and formerly of Langside vicinity, is in poor health at present. This community wishes him a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Rob Frank and family of Teeswater werr Sunday visitors .with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Gibson. Mr. and Mrs. Bevin Tiffin, Dean and Stephen, visited Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Dan Tiffin. The Women's Institute held a progressive card party Monday evening in the hall with six tables in play. High scores were attained by Harold Quipp and Mrs. Clifford Young ; low, George MrWebster and Miss Coghlin. s. Wesley Tiffin won a special draw. Another party will be held in two weeks, with the committee in charge to be Mrs. John Gaunt, Mrs. Bill Rintoul, Mrs. Lorne Durnin and Mrs. Don Ross. Quiet week for firemen The Wingham Fire Department had a fairly quiet week. Fire Chief Dave Crothers reported only one incident, a chimney fire Sunday at 8:15 a.m. The fire, at the home of Mack Armstrong, 639 Josephine St., Wingham, was caused by creosote build-up and resulted in no damage. Chief Crothers explained that the alarm at the fire hall hasn't been working during the last two weeks, however the department is planning to repair it. Until then fire- fighters will be depending on their t dio and beeper system. " Many peoplewith arthritis. look for some pill, injection or -liquid medicine which: will cure their disease. No such thing exists. Arthritis control may be achieved by a com- bination of rest, exercise and drugs, but only under super- vision of a doctor. A l irtioaelerarea woman has been +}urged with criminal neglect- of animals after police inspebted her. barn Friday and found a number of dead cattle and pigs. Ruth Poag, 39, of RR 2, Brussels, is scheduled to appear in Witlgham Provincial Court March 11. Sgt. Roy Anderson of the Wingham detachment, Ontario Provincial Police, reported he and Const. John Jessup went to the farm at Lot 7, Con. 15, after receiving complaints from the Strat- ford Humane Society and several individuals. Conditions in the barn were terrible, he said, and they found five dead -calves which had been partly grown, two more dead new- born calves and eight dead pigs. Thirty head of cattle were tied in the barn without feed or water and were in 'pretty poor condition. The live animals were trucked to a feed lot near Hanover, where one died later. It was pretty hard to tell how long the animals in the barn had been dead, the" sergeant noted, since the carcasses were frozen. Mrs. Poag rents the house and barn from a St. Marys man and the cattle belonged to her and her father, Sgt. Anderson reported. They are purebred Jerseys and would be worth $800 to $1,000 each in good condition. He added that he can't .understand why they were lle,Oatited .since there was fwd in the Srio, although the water frozen. NDP workers plan campaign Campaign workers for the New Detnocratic. Party In -Huron-Bruce riding gathered at their head- quarters, the Adrian Keet farm near Whitechurch, to begin working on their election campaign. NDP candidate Tony McQuail welcomed the 23 party faithful, expressing confidence in the party and its policies. Valerie Bolton of Blyth is the campaign coordinator and Joe Sander is in charge of publicity. Regular meetings will be held each Sunday, and interested people are invited to attend. R. W. 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