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Zurich Citizens News, 1963-10-31, Page 2PAGE TWO ZURICH CITIZENS NEWS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1963 Proof Of identity There is a growing head in this coun- t:;• that everyone carry some more ade- et.: to type of identification. with today's c., :nnstances suggesting some form of ph ,graphic proof of identity. I': a number of states, including Cali- farnia and Michigan, holders of drivers' lcences are required to have a photograph attached to their licences, and 12 other states are reported considering legislation to this end at this time. Maybe Canadian provinces could adopt similar measures. 'Whether it be an attachment to a driver's licence or some form of simple identification card, we feel that many seg- ments of Canadian people, especially mem- bers of the business world, would welcome public acceptance and adoption of photo- graphic identification. Probably the best argument supporting 0 move of this type is the obvious depen- dence of most of us on credit in our daily transactions. The use of credit cards, ac- counts and cheques is part of the North American way of life and will continue to be so in the future — if anything, on an even larger scale than at present. With the increasing use of credit there is naturally an increasing abuse of credit with stolen or phoney credit cards and forged cheques, malting merchants and businessmen more cautious than ever. Caution is forcing these merchants and businessmen to demand some more sub- stantial form of identification than a simple driver's licence. Photographic identification could con- tribute to the eradication of the too -popular practice of teen-agers borrowing a• friend's identification to enter an establishment that requires patrons to be at least 21 years of age. If it were as an attachment to driver's licence, it could help discourage the lend- ing of licences to parties who do not own one and yet who drive a car. Finally, wouldn't it be nice if we could carry some proof on us that we haven't completely become a society of faceless numbers?—Sault Daily Star. And It Came To Pass And it came to pass that, nearing the end of the third year, the tax -gatherers decideth the time was ripe to bestow upon the peasants some of the largess it had fleeced from them—for the fourth year was at hand, and the fourth year was the year of judgment. And. lo( the good word was spread to all corners of the land that the great man and his government would, with much noise and goodwill, dispense the shekels to the multitudes that they should be pleased by the fourth year. And the great leader sayeth to his fol lowers: there will be much joy in the land when the poor realizeth their taxes have been cut, and they will have new roads. And his followers heaped praises upon his head and swore they had not heard of so cunning a scheme since the time of Adam. But the great man warneth his fol- lowers that they must use wondrous care to see that the poor never knew the shekels with which their favor was to be bought cometh from their own purses in the first place. He also warneth his followers that de- spite their best efforts there were still some peasants who were stubborn enough to think for themselves and they must be shouted down while the shekels flowed like unto an avalanche, and the noise of the coins would drowneth their protests. So it came to pass that when the word was spread like wildfire throughout the length and breadth of the land the wicked leaders of the stubborn peasants cried: elec- tion bait; and asked the great man and his followers how so many shekels had cometh available at so opportune a time. And the great leader smiled and sayeth: we had a good year. And the wicked leaders crieth: there will be an election before the year end. But the great man speaketh only: maybe yes and maybe no. Verily, the peasants were in a dilemna, for thought the picture looketh rosy they wondereth at the ways of the leaders. And the great man smiled again, for when he told the people he would cutteth their taxes in the fourth year, he .also sayeth he would raise them again. But the great one had never heard of the wondrous saying: you can fooleth some of the people some of the time, but you can't fooleth all of the people all of the time.—Tisdale Recorder. A Changing Grand Bend Once upon a time Grand Bend was just a lovely. family summer holiday spot. In the past decade it has moved markedly to- wards being more of commercial "Coney Island" type of resort centre. Now, plans are under way to continue this trend and to aim at year round entertainment rather than only summer time activities. While there are many area residents who don't like to see this pronounced commercializa- tion it is something which is bound to con- tinue — to meet the demands for enter- tainment of young people from Western Ontario centres and Michigan cities. Latest move in the completion of ne- gotiations for a $750,000 development on Grand Bend beach which will involve the purchase of Lakeview Casino. A syndicate of businessmen from Toronto, London and other centres is planning the establishment of a modern motel on the lakefront with dining quarters, swimming pool and winter sports facilities, including a curling rink and an outdoor skating.. rink. In addition to the Lakeview Casino, several other properties are involved in the contemplated development which may get under way in the course of the next few week.s in order to be completed by next spring. Commercially, you have to hand it to Grand Bend for ambitious plans. Some ten years from now Grand Bend will be an entertainment centre vastly different to what family. groups were used to several decades ago: (Goderich Signal -Star) A Bold Court Decision A 26 -year-old Marysville man, found guilty of criminal negligence at the wheel of a motor vehicle, has been sentenced in Saint John Circuit Court to six months' hn- prisonment in the county jail. He also lost his driving licence for 14 years. He will not he able to handle a motor vehicle anywhere in Canada until he is 40. It is a heavy punishment, but most people, gravely concerned over the dread- ful highway toll in New Brunswick, will feel it is justified. They will agree with the judge when he said: "The barometer of serious accidents has taken a terrible rise. Something has to be done." The penalty cannot make up for what happened, of course. It cannot bring back the four .people who died. But it may be a useful warning that will improve others' behavior on the highway. For many irresponsible drivers, the thought of losing their licence may well be more of a deterrent than the jail sen- tence. The result of this case is a sharp re - Minder to all that being allowed to drive is a privilege, not a right, It has to be earned: and the licence holder can only expect to keep it as long as he obeys the- law.—Saint helaw.—Saint John, N.B., Telegraph -Journal. ZURICH Citizens NEWS HERB TURKHEIM — Editor and Publisher PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY MORNING at ZT;RICH, ONTARIO Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Department. Ottawa and for the payment of postage in cash. Member: � Members CANADIAN WEEKLY ONTARIO WEEKLY . t w NEWSPAPERS. / NEWSPAPERS ASSOCIATION ASSOCIATION Subscription Rates: $3.00 per year in advance, in Canada; $4.00 in United States and and Foreign; single copies 7 cents uumF11111 f!!tQ!itpi!1111l!ofl 11011111!UHuuuuu!WW1211VIIWH!uumin Recently, I have attended two funerals. This is about two more than my usual 10 -year quota. I don't know why I have avoided funerals all my life. It hasn't been a conscious thing, but more a matter of inertia. And it always seems foolish, making a fuss over the clay when the spirit has fled. Well, I've changed my mind. I didn't know what I was miss- ing. There is something in- tensely satisfying in the human drama involved in a funeral service, and I hereby promise all my friends that I will attend their funerals, if humanly pos- sible. That is, if I don't beat them to the punch. Both of these services I was at were people I admired and respected, but there the simil- arity ended. One was for an elderly lady, a simple Lutheran service in a small church. The other was for a comparatively young man, an elaborate Roman Catholic service in a large church, Each hacl its dignity and, at times, beauty. Incidentally, I learned some- thing at both. The Lutherans sing sitting down and pray standing up. And there isn't much of my high school Latin ieft, so that I welcome the news from Rome that RC. services will be conducted in the native tongue. But there's a lot more to a funeral than the church serv- ice. There is the slow filling up of the church, with every- one taking a crafty look around to see who thought a visit to the funeral home would be enough. • +. There is the lugubrious organ music that puts you in the right mood. There is the quickening of tempo as the minister or priest rustles in. There is the awkward, touching procession of relatives of the "deceased", some weeping, some white-faced with strain, some red-faced with the unaccustomed attention. And then there is the en- trance of the coffin, gliding soundlessly on its wheeled frame, surrounded by six good amen and true. This is the mo- ment of truth for the spectators, as they realize with a jolt that this is the end of that person, and that this is the end to which we all shall come. Spirits lift slightly with the chants, and plunge close to the maudlin when we are asked to join in "Abide With me", and tears spurt beyond reason, �mm!m i�l 1 1 11111.1 ill �� SUGAR and SPICE By, Bill Smiley, throats develop lumps as large as golf balls. When it is all over, I think everyone feels cleansed and up- Iifted rather than depressed, There is an imperceptible awak- ening of life, an eager turning to discussion of the weather, though we retain, for a decent interval, our mournful looks. Everyone feels like a cup of tea or a good, stiff drink. There is a lot to be said for giving a fellow human being, who entered the world in a rather scrambly fashion, and did the best of which he was capable, the dignity of a decent sendoff. Personally, I would rather go to a good funeral any day than to a wedding, which often de- generates into giggling and general silliness. There is a great deal of criti- cism over the cost of a funeral today, and undertakers are fre- quently raked over the coals for catering to the excessive de- mands of their clients. I don't think this is quite fair. Under- takers are just that—caterers. If you want the blue plate spe- cial, you can get it. And if you want the seven -course de- luxe, they'll give you that. I used to be one of these just - put - me - in • a - pine - box - and - throw - some -dirt- over - me fellow. But not any longer. When I go, I want the works. Row upon row of weeping friends and relatives. Lots of wreaths, A full choir. "Abide With Me", and everybody breaking down hopelessly about the middle of the second verse. And a great big reception back at the house afterwards! One more request. I know it would be difficult to arrange, but I'd like to be buried sitting up, so I could enjoy it all. 0 ENJOY BUS TRIP Thirty-sevven ladies, includ- ing members of Kippen East Women's Institute and guests, enjoyed a bus trip to Toronto on Wednesday, where they took a tour of the CBC followed with dinner at the Towne and Coun- try. They visited Weston's Bakery, where they were served dough- nuts and coke, and also pres- ented with a loaf of bread. After touring• the Don Valley Paper Company, they enjoyed a two-hour shopping spree and supper. In the evening the group took a tour of the Globe & Mail, arriving home at midnight. Drumming in another season of Don Messer's "down east" music on the CBC radio network are Marg Osburne, Don (centre), and Charlie Chamberlain. The group, which began its CBC radio career in 1939 as the New Brunswick Lumberjacks, is heard Wednesdays and Fridays, Announcer on the show is popular Don Tremaine. Federation of Agriculture Report The board of directors of the Ontario Poultry Producers' As- sociation announce approval and support of the Canada Depart- ment of Agriculture in report- ing the market price of eggs. Meeting in Toronto on Oc- tober 23, the board stated that, while two months was not a sufficient time, the new system had been beneficial. They stated most producers were pleased with the new stability of the egg market, and appre- ciated the absence of violent price fluctuations that had been prevalent in previous years. However, the board stressed the fact the new system would have to be in effect for a full year before an accurate evaluation of its merits could be made. Toni Robson, president of the Ontario Poultry Producers' As- sociation, stated there had been w i d e -s pr e a d dissatisfaction, throughout the entire industry, over the previous system used in reporting prices, Since these reports were based on "spot" prices they failed to reflect the true market value, and, on many occasions, the price was based on the sale of only a few cases of surplus eggs and hence was subject to manipulation. He pointed out the weighted average price of cartoned eggs at the wholesale to retail level of trade tended to reflect the true market value. Mr. Robson also stated of- ficials of the Canada Depart- ment of Agriculture have as- sured his board that changes would be made in the present system if and when it became apparent that such changes would serve the hest interests of the producer. Don't forget the Ontario Fed- eration of Agriculture annual meeting, being held in Toronto on November 11, 12, 13. The Huron County Cream Producers held their annual meeting in the Ontario Depart- ment of Agriculture board rooms on October 21. Russel Bradford was guests speaker, and gave all Cream Producers a gooddeal to think about and a well delivered address. William Hotson, a provincial director, was also present and gave a general run-down of the work they have done in the last year. Horace Delbridge, of Woodham, was again elected as president and Rae Houston, Brussels, vice-president. 0 Plan To Mail Permit Form Is your correct address on your driver's licence? Right now the department of transport is preparing to send to you—by nail—the applica- tion form for your next driver's licence. It is a new type of form with your name printed on it. "Under this new system,, it is more important than ever that the Department have the right address of every driver," said Hon. Irwin Haskett, Ontario minister of transport. "Any driver who ,has fogotten to ad- vise the department should do so immediately, to ensure that he receives his application form for his next licence." By law, a driver is required to notify the department of a change of address within six days. Special forms for this purpose are available at all licence issuing offices. The mailing of application forms will launch Ontario's new system of driver's licences. This will begin the transition to drivers' licences that will be valid for three years, and will be renewable on each driver's birth date. Business and Professional Directory INSURANCE HURON CO.OPERATIVE MEDICAL SERVICES Prepaid Health Plan at Cost the [CO.OPj way BOARD OF DIRECTORS President, Fordyce Clark, RR 5, Goderich; Vice -Pres., Gord- on Kirkland, RR 3, Lucknow; Mrs. 0. G. Anderson, RR 5, Wingham; Mrs. Lloyd Taylor, Exeter; Hugh B. Smith, RR 2, Listowel; Lorne Rodges, RR 1, Goderich; Roy Strong, Gorrie; Russell T. 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