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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1987-06-02, Page 011' Hospital board may ask for more treatment beds If present occupancy rates con- tinue, the board of governors at the Wingham and District Hospital may be forced to ask the provincial health ministry for additional treatment beds. The hospital's executive director, Norman Hayes, told last Thursday evening's board meeting that the hospital is running at 91.4 per cent occupancy, a figure he called "just unbelievable". Mr. Hayes said the occupancy rate at the hospital never has been higher and the trend must be addressed, even if it means lobbying Queen's Park for more beds than the current 86. In addition to creating staffing problems, Mr. Hayes said he is con - cerned about what would happen in the event of a major accident. "If we had an influx of 20 patients, where would we put them?" he asked. Although the number of active - treatment cases appears to be reasonably constant, the real in- crease is in the number of chronic - care patients. Wingham Mayor Jack KopAs sold the limited number of nursing home beds in the area creates a problem. People who are unable to remain in their own homes, but want to stay in the community, often remain in hospital until a nursing home bed is available. When contacted last Friday morning, Gord Baxter, the hospital's financial director, said the increase in chronic care patients is not a fad, but a trend which has been building slowly for some time, a function of the aging population of the community. Mr. Baxter said the hospital currently has 61 beds designated for active treatment and the remainder are for chronic care. The process whereby the hospital would apply for extra beds is a lengthy one, he said and something that will not be settled overnight. However, the ministry may decide to provide "growth funding" to the hospital in the interim to cover the extra costs associated with the high occupancy. There is another eowideration: even if the hospital were to receive approval for more beds, there is not the physical space for those beds, meaning the hospital would be looking at an addition. No action was taken by the board at last week's meeting on the matter. Eastern Star celebrates its 65th anniversary with party The Huron Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, Wingham, cele- brated its 65th anniversary at a dinner attended by over 150 people at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. Head table guests included: Mrs. Elizabeth Patterson, district deputy grand matron of District No. 8 and her husband Mervyn of Guelph; Mrs. Dorothy Phillips, past grand matron of the Grand Chapter of Ontario and her husband George of Sebringville; Donald Symons, past grand patron of the grand chapter and his wife Florence of Clinton; Rev. John P. Vaudry, minister at St. Andrew's and his wife Wendy; Scott Reid, worthy patron of Huron Chapter and Mrs. Jean Leitch, worthy matron. Wingham Mr. Reid was master of cere- monies. Mr. Vaudry gave the in- vocation and following a toast to the queen, the guests were welcomed by the worthy matron. Following a delicious dinner served by the Ladies' Auxiliary of St. Andrew's Church, the head table guests and others taking part in the program were introduced by Mr. Reid. Wingham Mayor Jack Kopas welcomed the guests to Wingham and presented the chapter with citation from the town. The tribute to grand chapter was proposed by Mrs. Florence Reavie, PDDGM and responded to by Mrs. Phillips. A tribute to the visitors was proposed by Mr. Symons, who is an honorary member of Huron Chapter and responded to by Mrs. Patterson. The history of the Huron Chapter was read by the secretary, Mrs. Jean Robertson and a tribute to it was proposed by Doug McBurney, worshipful master of the Wingham Masonic Lodge. It was responded to by Mrs. Kathleen Moffat, PDDGM. The commemorative birthday cake was cut by Mrs. Christine Currie, PDDGM and Mrs. Shirley Langridge, PDDGM, assisted by the worthy matron and worthy patron. Huron Chapter honors its long- time members by presenting them with 35 and 25 -year pins when they become eligible. Mrs. Patterson presented a 35 -year pin to Mrs. Mary Boyle and Mrs. Carrol (McKim) Castle, PM, was presented with her 25 -year pin by Mrs. Leitch. Mr. Reid and Alex Robertson each were man is c r i t i ca I presented 25 -year pins by their wives. after two -vehicle accident Throughout the program, en r- tainment was enjoyed Shaw Pam Shaw A Wingham man is in critical condition in Victoria Hospital, London, following a car -motorcycle accident last Saturday evening at Teeswater. An Ontario Provincial Police spokesman at Walkerton said Sid Bower of Alfred Street in Wingham was a passenger on a 1983 Suzuki motorcycle driven by Frank Hall of Teeswater. Mr. Bower was born and raised in Mount Forest. The police say the motorcycle was northbound on Highway 4 at 7:50 p.m. on May 30. Mrs. Helen MacLeod of Lucknow was westbound on Bruce County Road 6 in Culross Township and driving a 1979 Mercury. The MacLeod vehicl entered the intersection and was struck by the motorcycle. All three were taken by am- bulance to the Wingham and District Hospital where Mr. Hall was treated for a fractured arm and released. Mrs. MacLeod was treated for minor abrasions and also released. Mr. Bower suffered head injuries and was transferred to Victoria Hospital in London where he was in been estimated at $14,000. MAY RICHARDSON, a resident of the Brookhaven Nursing Home at Wingham, celebrated her 90th birthday last Thursday. Born at Lang - Sid@, Mrs. Richardson and her late husband Walter lived there for many years before moving to Bellmore. She lived In Winghem for 19 years before moving to the nursing home last November. Hilbert Van Ankum of RR 2, Wroxeter, has been remanded until June 24 following a court ap- pearance last "Wednesday in Wingham. Mr. Van Ankum was charged ear- lier this year by the Kitchener - Waterloo Humane Society with failing to provide proper care to an animal. May Richardson credits hard work for her long life Like many people of her generation, May Richardson says she believes hard work is the secret to a long life and she should know, since she turned 90 last Thursday. A resident of the Brookhaven Nursing Home since last Novemher, Mrs. Richardson said she worked hard until she was 86 when a bad hip forced her to slow down. She enjoys reasonably good health even though she was Ill earlier this year. Born May 28, 1897, at Langside, the former Katherine May Young was raised on a farm there and attended school it Langside. After completing public school she worked at home until her marriage to Walter Richardson in 1915. The Richardsons farmed at IAngside and then Belmore until his des th in 1948. She stayed on the farm with her son, Wallace, until moving to Wingham 19 years ago. Although poor eyesight p'even s Mrs. Richardson from reading and watching television, she says stye enjoys visiting with her friends and family. A small get-together was held last Thursday evening at dw nursing home to mark her birthday. Anderson, who played a piano solo. Mrs. Nelva Scott presented a skit on the metric system and a trio of ladies from the Lucknow area, Ruth Bell, Shirley Colwell and Rena Forster, sang several numbers accompanied by Mrs. Donalda Moffat, who also entertained with a piano solo. Mrs. Edith Webster gave a hilarious reading. The party came to a conclusion with remarks of appreciation ex- pressed to all by the worthy patron and the singing of "O Canada". HISTORY OF CHAPTER Huron Chapter was instituted Dec. 14,1921 and the charter was received June 26, 1922. Mrs. Adeline Clegg and R. A. Coutts were the first worthy matron and patron. In the summer of 1923, meetings were held, in the Anglican Parish Hall, which is the present Masonic Hall. After several moves to various locations in town, in 1%4 the chapter moved back to this building where the meetings were held in the room (Plattse turn to Page 3) ANDREA COULTES received a Bachelor of Arts in psychology degree at the spring convocation of Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo on Sunday. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Coupes, RR 5, Brussels. ELDEROBIC MOONWALK — In spite of the heat, this group of dedicated seniors from the Wingham and Area Day Centre for the Homebound took part in an "Elderobic Moonwalk" to Riverside Park last Thursday. Seniors across Canada were walking the distance to the moon last week in an effort to encourage people to become more active. Air.cadet squad-ron- holds annual inspection The 543 Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, Wingham, held its annual inspection last Wednesday evening, at the Lockridge Memorial Arena. Lieut. Col. D. H. Smith of London was the inspecting officer. He has extensive experience in the military, joining the Royal Air Force in 1952 and currently is cadet liaison officer for Western Ontario. Following the inspection, several awards were presented to deserving young candidates. The Legion Ladies' Auxiliary Trophy for the most proficient senior non- commissioned officer went to Sergeant Debbie Campbell of Bluevale. Jean King, president of the Ladies' Auxiliary to Legion Branch 180, Wingham, made the presentation. Sergeant Marjorie Campbell, also of Bluevale, was presented with the R. Donald Adams Memorial Trophy New WBA president outlines goals and objectives As the new president of the Wingham Business Association, Elmer Squires outlined some of its present and future objectives at a meeting last Wednesday evening. Mr. Squires told the 40 present that the group should aim to broaden TAMMY COUGHLIN has graduated from Conestoga Col- lege of Applied Arts and Tech- nology (Doon Campus) with a degree In marketing (business). She is a graduate of F. E. MscW Secondary School and the daughter of Lorraine of WkVham and Terry of Sault Ste. Marte, On- tario. She is now mnployed wink Creative Sales Promotions Inc., Kitchener. Photo by Fordo Studio Inc. its base in the community, focusing not only on merchants in the town, but on its professional people as well. The main objective of a business association is attracting people to the town, he continued and en- couraged association members to play an active role with council in promoting the town. The new president suggested the association form a number of committees to study and research certain areas with the intent of reporting back to the full member- ship. The association has mounted a membership drive to attract new recruits, not only from the com- mercial sector, but from the medical and legal professions as well. Mr. Squires also suggested the association hold seminars to instruct employees on how to handle difficult situations and provide better customer service. In addition, he said the association could bring in motivational speakers and experts on security and loss prevention. He then turned his attention to the future of the town, asking members what they see for Wingham 13 years from now in the Year 2000. The time to start planning for the future is now, Mr. Squires said, adding the association should have ideas and goals in place to ensure a healthy future for the town and its people. The next meeting of the Wingham Business Association is scheduled tar Jnne 24 at 7 p.m. for most proficient junior non-com- missioned officer. The trophy was presented by Mrs. Graham Adams, Wingham. The Harry Montgomery Memorial Trophy for marksman of the year was presented to Corporal Dave MacRae, Teeswater. It was presented by Mrs. Don Montgom- ery. The Percy Deyell Memorial Trophy for outstanding sportsman was presented to Erica Hooftman by Mrs. Jean Deyell. LAC Marilyn Mayberry, Lon- desboro, was presented with the Robert L. Irvine Memorial Trophy for most -improved cadet. The presentation was made by Mrs. Muriel Irvine, Wingham. The Jack Goodall Trophy for lead- ership and citizenship was presented to Flight Sgt. Mark Adams of Wroxeter by Clarence Ohm. Mrs. Florence Delmage of Wingham presented two flying scholarships in memory of her late husband, Don. The recipients were Sgt. Dave Cayley, Lucknow, power flying and Sgt. Jeff Dennis, Wingham, glider flying. -Several members of the squadron will attend camp this summer. Ms Campbell will attend senior leaders' camp in Cold Lake, Alberta; Mr. MacRae will attend air crew sur- vival camp at Trenton; Ms Hoof- tman will attend air traffic control camp, also at Trenton; Ms Mayberry, junior leaders' camp, Trenton; Mr. Cayley, power flying ERIKA FRANZISKA DURING, — daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gerhard During, graduated Fri - da May May 29, from University of Zerkoo School of Op,ometry. Dr. During has accepted a posl- tlon with Dr. W1INAms In Wingham. Photo by Ford@ Studio Inc. in London and Mr. Dennis, glider flying at Trenton. A total of 15 squadron members will attend basic training this summer; five will go to junior leaders' camp and two will go to air crew survival. An added attraction at last week's inspection was a functioning model of the Trenton airport constructed by Arnold Lillow, Bluevale and Rudy Hooftman, Turnberry Township. KEVIN JOHNSTON, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ken Johnston, RR 2, Bluevale, graduated Thursday, May 14, from the Agriculture Business Management course at the Centralia College of Agriculture. Firemen assist No. 2 station Firefighters from the Wingham and area department were called out to assist the No. 2 station at Goff le last Saturday. Wingham Fire Chief Harley Gaunt reports George Haasnoot " was burning an old house on the corner of Mill and Maitland streets in the hamlet and there was some concern about nearby trees catching fire. However, the trees were saved and there was no damage, according to the chief. In a separate Incident last Saturday, the Wingham department received a call from the Grey -Bruce Ambulance Dispatch at 11:59 to a car accident between Wroxeter and Gorrie on Highway 87. Mr. Gaunt said it had been reported to him that a man was trapped in a car, but when the firemen arrived an the lscene they found their assistance was not needed. entertained with a flute solo and a critical conditionMonday,mq pg. --vocal, accompanied by Sheila In a separate incident last Hospital awards Saturday evening, a Toronto couple insurance to sustained injuries in an accident on Highway 87 between Wroxeter and r F. Cowan Co. Gorrie. An OPP spokesman at Wingham Acting on a recommendation from said Anna Finlayson of 103 its finance and audit committee, the Alexandra Boulevard in Toronto board of governors at the Wingham was westbound in the westbound and District Hospital awarded the lane on the highway when the wheel 1987 insurance contract to the Frank dropped off onto the north shoulder. Cowan Company. Mrs. Finlayson lost control of the Committee Chairman Robert Pike vehicle, it entered the north ditch said the committee had discussed and struck a tree. A passenger in the car was her insurance extensively at its meetings and since the Cowan husband, Dr. D. Finlayson of the company was willing to provide same address. They were taken by Wingham extended coverage at a minimal ambulance to the and increase, it decided to accept the District Hospital, she with multiple Cowan quotation. minor injuries and her husband with Keil Insurance in Wingham is the serious facial injuries. local Cowan agent. The total cost to They were transferred to Uni- the hospital for insurance will be versity Hospital, London and later to $38780. Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto, by ' air ambulance. Van Ankum The 1985 Chrysler Mrs. Finlayson was driving is owned by Double K case remanded Leasing Company and damage has been estimated at $14,000. MAY RICHARDSON, a resident of the Brookhaven Nursing Home at Wingham, celebrated her 90th birthday last Thursday. Born at Lang - Sid@, Mrs. Richardson and her late husband Walter lived there for many years before moving to Bellmore. She lived In Winghem for 19 years before moving to the nursing home last November. Hilbert Van Ankum of RR 2, Wroxeter, has been remanded until June 24 following a court ap- pearance last "Wednesday in Wingham. Mr. Van Ankum was charged ear- lier this year by the Kitchener - Waterloo Humane Society with failing to provide proper care to an animal. May Richardson credits hard work for her long life Like many people of her generation, May Richardson says she believes hard work is the secret to a long life and she should know, since she turned 90 last Thursday. A resident of the Brookhaven Nursing Home since last Novemher, Mrs. Richardson said she worked hard until she was 86 when a bad hip forced her to slow down. She enjoys reasonably good health even though she was Ill earlier this year. Born May 28, 1897, at Langside, the former Katherine May Young was raised on a farm there and attended school it Langside. After completing public school she worked at home until her marriage to Walter Richardson in 1915. The Richardsons farmed at IAngside and then Belmore until his des th in 1948. She stayed on the farm with her son, Wallace, until moving to Wingham 19 years ago. Although poor eyesight p'even s Mrs. Richardson from reading and watching television, she says stye enjoys visiting with her friends and family. A small get-together was held last Thursday evening at dw nursing home to mark her birthday. Anderson, who played a piano solo. Mrs. Nelva Scott presented a skit on the metric system and a trio of ladies from the Lucknow area, Ruth Bell, Shirley Colwell and Rena Forster, sang several numbers accompanied by Mrs. Donalda Moffat, who also entertained with a piano solo. Mrs. Edith Webster gave a hilarious reading. The party came to a conclusion with remarks of appreciation ex- pressed to all by the worthy patron and the singing of "O Canada". HISTORY OF CHAPTER Huron Chapter was instituted Dec. 14,1921 and the charter was received June 26, 1922. Mrs. Adeline Clegg and R. A. Coutts were the first worthy matron and patron. In the summer of 1923, meetings were held, in the Anglican Parish Hall, which is the present Masonic Hall. After several moves to various locations in town, in 1%4 the chapter moved back to this building where the meetings were held in the room (Plattse turn to Page 3) ANDREA COULTES received a Bachelor of Arts in psychology degree at the spring convocation of Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo on Sunday. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Coupes, RR 5, Brussels. ELDEROBIC MOONWALK — In spite of the heat, this group of dedicated seniors from the Wingham and Area Day Centre for the Homebound took part in an "Elderobic Moonwalk" to Riverside Park last Thursday. Seniors across Canada were walking the distance to the moon last week in an effort to encourage people to become more active. Air.cadet squad-ron- holds annual inspection The 543 Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets, Wingham, held its annual inspection last Wednesday evening, at the Lockridge Memorial Arena. Lieut. Col. D. H. Smith of London was the inspecting officer. He has extensive experience in the military, joining the Royal Air Force in 1952 and currently is cadet liaison officer for Western Ontario. Following the inspection, several awards were presented to deserving young candidates. The Legion Ladies' Auxiliary Trophy for the most proficient senior non- commissioned officer went to Sergeant Debbie Campbell of Bluevale. Jean King, president of the Ladies' Auxiliary to Legion Branch 180, Wingham, made the presentation. Sergeant Marjorie Campbell, also of Bluevale, was presented with the R. Donald Adams Memorial Trophy New WBA president outlines goals and objectives As the new president of the Wingham Business Association, Elmer Squires outlined some of its present and future objectives at a meeting last Wednesday evening. Mr. Squires told the 40 present that the group should aim to broaden TAMMY COUGHLIN has graduated from Conestoga Col- lege of Applied Arts and Tech- nology (Doon Campus) with a degree In marketing (business). She is a graduate of F. E. MscW Secondary School and the daughter of Lorraine of WkVham and Terry of Sault Ste. Marte, On- tario. She is now mnployed wink Creative Sales Promotions Inc., Kitchener. Photo by Fordo Studio Inc. its base in the community, focusing not only on merchants in the town, but on its professional people as well. The main objective of a business association is attracting people to the town, he continued and en- couraged association members to play an active role with council in promoting the town. The new president suggested the association form a number of committees to study and research certain areas with the intent of reporting back to the full member- ship. The association has mounted a membership drive to attract new recruits, not only from the com- mercial sector, but from the medical and legal professions as well. Mr. Squires also suggested the association hold seminars to instruct employees on how to handle difficult situations and provide better customer service. In addition, he said the association could bring in motivational speakers and experts on security and loss prevention. He then turned his attention to the future of the town, asking members what they see for Wingham 13 years from now in the Year 2000. The time to start planning for the future is now, Mr. Squires said, adding the association should have ideas and goals in place to ensure a healthy future for the town and its people. The next meeting of the Wingham Business Association is scheduled tar Jnne 24 at 7 p.m. for most proficient junior non-com- missioned officer. The trophy was presented by Mrs. Graham Adams, Wingham. The Harry Montgomery Memorial Trophy for marksman of the year was presented to Corporal Dave MacRae, Teeswater. It was presented by Mrs. Don Montgom- ery. The Percy Deyell Memorial Trophy for outstanding sportsman was presented to Erica Hooftman by Mrs. Jean Deyell. LAC Marilyn Mayberry, Lon- desboro, was presented with the Robert L. Irvine Memorial Trophy for most -improved cadet. The presentation was made by Mrs. Muriel Irvine, Wingham. The Jack Goodall Trophy for lead- ership and citizenship was presented to Flight Sgt. Mark Adams of Wroxeter by Clarence Ohm. Mrs. Florence Delmage of Wingham presented two flying scholarships in memory of her late husband, Don. The recipients were Sgt. Dave Cayley, Lucknow, power flying and Sgt. Jeff Dennis, Wingham, glider flying. -Several members of the squadron will attend camp this summer. Ms Campbell will attend senior leaders' camp in Cold Lake, Alberta; Mr. MacRae will attend air crew sur- vival camp at Trenton; Ms Hoof- tman will attend air traffic control camp, also at Trenton; Ms Mayberry, junior leaders' camp, Trenton; Mr. Cayley, power flying ERIKA FRANZISKA DURING, — daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gerhard During, graduated Fri - da May May 29, from University of Zerkoo School of Op,ometry. Dr. During has accepted a posl- tlon with Dr. W1INAms In Wingham. Photo by Ford@ Studio Inc. in London and Mr. Dennis, glider flying at Trenton. A total of 15 squadron members will attend basic training this summer; five will go to junior leaders' camp and two will go to air crew survival. An added attraction at last week's inspection was a functioning model of the Trenton airport constructed by Arnold Lillow, Bluevale and Rudy Hooftman, Turnberry Township. KEVIN JOHNSTON, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ken Johnston, RR 2, Bluevale, graduated Thursday, May 14, from the Agriculture Business Management course at the Centralia College of Agriculture. Firemen assist No. 2 station Firefighters from the Wingham and area department were called out to assist the No. 2 station at Goff le last Saturday. Wingham Fire Chief Harley Gaunt reports George Haasnoot " was burning an old house on the corner of Mill and Maitland streets in the hamlet and there was some concern about nearby trees catching fire. However, the trees were saved and there was no damage, according to the chief. In a separate Incident last Saturday, the Wingham department received a call from the Grey -Bruce Ambulance Dispatch at 11:59 to a car accident between Wroxeter and Gorrie on Highway 87. Mr. Gaunt said it had been reported to him that a man was trapped in a car, but when the firemen arrived an the lscene they found their assistance was not needed.