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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZurich Citizens News, 1967-10-19, Page 2PAGE TWO ZURICH CITIZENS NEWS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1967 eddcuaI Gia est Ira Pm Teenagers Not So Bad It is a c•unlnloll fallacy that teen- agers are worse now than ever be- ? e. People shake their heads in disbelief at the modern youngster wearing mesh stockings to school or a shaggy hair -cut met by a high ",irtle-necked sweater. Perhaps grown-ups have forgotten the tads and fashions oi' their day. •Iaybe they can't recall the burning inner desire they also felts to be al - ,,wed to conform to a rage. Our teens may be different, but they are not worse. They are still the product of a home where, if prin- ciples and ideals are high, these will be reflected in the teenager. But our teenagers are growing up in a fast moving world. If they are to come through without scars and bruises, the community must do something to slow the pace and keep the steps eV en and in line. All too often, towns and villages are so busy preparing activities for the very young, the very old and the very interested, that they for- get the needs of the very important ... the teens. Perhaps this is born of an unex- pressed fear that irresponsible teens Teach Credit What about teaching credit in school? It might be a good idea, maybe not as vital as driver educa- tion but a valuable thing* to carry into adulthood. Recently Dallas newspaper articles and an investigation by the district attorney's office turned up flagrant abuses by certain home repair firms loaning money to unsuspecting per- sons. Knowledge of what a me- chanic's lien or deed of trust is, for example, might have prevented these schemes. Proper use of_ credit, how to obtain credit and how to figure credit in- terest rates could provide a young high school student with knowledge will get out of hand and present a discipline problem too great to man- age, and too large to risk. Experience has taught that if com- munities provide enough and expect enough, the results will be excellent. After all, the kids who leave the homes of the most respected citizens in the morning, do not change into fighting, immoral hoodlums by night unless they are ignored by the com- munity, distrusted at home and half expected to -live up to an image created by skeptics and believed by pessimists. Teenagers are too old for child - hod activities and too young to be part of adult frolics. Their happy medium may seem ridiculous to the grown-up but it is a healthy, neces- sary part of maturing for the teen- ager. Serious thought should be given in this area to a provision for these young citizens whom we want to keep within our community for years to come. For everything that is given, some- thing may be gained. For something that is withheld, everything may be lost. in School ? to prevent family money crises in later life. And not only could use of credit be included, the field of credit unions, savings accounts, and even invest- ments, could be taught in such a course. Basic legal documents used in making mortgage loans, auto notes and the like could be described so that youngsters could recognize them later on. For many years credit has been the biggest factor in our economy. More people should become better acquainted with its proper uses. For it can be a boon .or a curse. Credit education is not too far fetched at the high school level, in our opinion. — (Gilmer Texas Mirror) Different Classes of Men There are hundred of denomina- tions under which men may be class- ified but there are two very distinct categories into which men fall. For instance, some men need coaxing, other men need commanding. Some men delight in flattery; other men despise it. Some men need watching; other men resent it and ,tio better when left alone. Some men need driving, urging; other men need holding back __, ,..;a Ll anung. Some men need a lot of praise and appreciation, a lot of patting on the back. other men care nothing about it; the satisfaction of doing their Dreamers You don't like dreamers, perhaps, think they are impractical. Yet, most of the advancement . this old world has made, was the result of these people who we think are im- practical—the dreamers. We used to call them dreamers— the younger set today call them "screwballs". Their ideas sometimes seem crazy to us—and perhaps some of them are—but sometimes those crazy ideas have meat which makes for revolutionary changes in the world of industry. best, the joy of work well done is good enough for them. Some men are fair-weather sailors, and get discouraged in rough seas, when they meet with obstacles, when things go hard for them they slump on the oars ; other men thrive under difficulties; opposition and handicaps only serve to stimulate them; the lust that is in them only comes out when they are buffeting with the storms of life; they never get dis- couraged. Which class are you—"Some Men" or "Other men". — (Grenfell (Sask.) Sun) James Watt of steam engine fame; Thomas Edison, Marconi, Newton, Franklin — all these were dreamers of their day — strange chaps who few could really understand. But, they left their mark on the progress of the world. Some men dream up these ideas, while others make them pay off and get the credit. Dreamers and practical minds make a good combination. We often need the latter to keep the dreamer's feet on the ground. — (Grenfell (Sask.) Sun) Zurich News PRINTED BY SOUTH HURON PUBLISHERS LIMITED, ZURICH HERB TURKHEIMI Publisher J E. HUNT, Plant Superintendent Authorised as Second Class Mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa and for payment of postage in cash. Member: Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association Member: Ontario Weekly Newspapers Association Member: Canadian Community Newsypapers Representatives Subscription Rates: $3.00 per year in advance, in Canada; $4.00 3n United States amid and Foreign; single copies 7 cents. VISIT RESIDENTS — When Hon. C. S. and Mrs. MacNaughton visited Blue Water Rest Home last Friday afternoon, they made it a point to look up a number of old friends who are residents in the home. In this photo the popular couple are shown as they chat with Chester L. Smith, centre, former publisher of the Zurich Herald. And it is quite obvi- ous that Mr. Smith is enjoying their visit. Froin My Window Without a single doubt, this year's World Series has been the quietest in history where our household has been con- cerned. I can honestly say this is the very first year since I was married that I have not been widowed temporarily throughout the duration of the series. My husband is a Yankee fan. You know the kind of nut I mean—a guy who eats, breathes, lives and would gladly die for Mickey Mantle and his team- mates. My spouse tells me he can remember back to the time that Mickey was a rookie. Many have come and gone since then, but Mickey remains the heart and soul of .the Yankee organ- ination which has been such a tower of strength in the base- ball kingdom, he says. I am a Dodger fan. I became one back when Brooklyn meant "fight" and Duke Snider meant "run". Of all the baseball clubs I've seen since that era, none can raise my enthusiasm for the game like those Dodgers did. I remember Ray Campan- ella when he was the greatest catcher in the professional leagues and I recall my tears when the big loveable "Campy" was so seriously injured in an accident. I have remained true to the Dodgers through bad years, player swaps and a move to California. I guess that's why the World Series has always been such e bone of contention each year about this time. If it wasn't the Dodgers and the Yankees bat- tling it out for the money, it was the Dodgers or the Yan- kees against some other team. In any case, there was plenty of excitement at the Keller home and enough rivalry .to keep the temperature at a roll- ing boil until the final decision was known. This year, the Cards and the Red Sox had at it in the world's greatest baseball event. I watched the final game today, and even though the .series was tied three -all I couldn't summon even one little shiver of excite- ment when the sudden -death contest began. By the time it had ended, I was almost asleep. I had chosen sides. I hoped Boston would be victorious be- cause—well, because they seem- ed to be coming from behind. I felt somecompassion for Jim Lonborg, the pitcher, credited with bringing the Sox up the ladder of success this year, 'but I 'couldn't get too sympathetic because the .other 'half of the battery was former Yankee catcher Elston. Howard, whose ability I had learned to detest long before this day. Of course, the Sox opponents had • Roger Maris on the roster and Maris was even more un- desirable than. Howard. I can bring to mind a couple of series in recent years when Maris and Mantle batted back-to-back and gave the Dodgers a whale of a lot of trouble with their home -run threats. i was se- cretly satisfied to note that Maris looks less suave and so- phisticated than he had at one titne and that his round trip - By Shirley Keller pers are further and further apart. And would you believe that I was able to leave for the hairdresser's in the middle of the ninth inning without the slightest twinge of remorse? It really didn't seem to matter who was the winner this year for whichever team was interviewed in the clubhouse, it was all strangers (except for the two former foes with the menacing bats and the veteran skill). When the conversation at the supper table got 'around to base- bal, my boys made brief com- ments about the fact ;that St. Louis had won as everyone sus- pected they would. I felt proud that I could recall Gibson's home run and I was thankful I could contribute something sensible to the discussion. But I needn't have bothered .about being informed, for the matter dropped abruptly and the topic concerned the opening of the hockey season. On that subject, we are un- animous. It's Toronto all the way so it really isn't impera- tive that I follow the standings closely at all and I usually don't. Come spring training though, my heart will return to the Dodger dugout and the silent watch will go on until the sea- son has faded and died in the splendor of another World Series . . . Dodgers in or out. U Junior Farmers Plan Activities For Season Ahead The Huron County Junior Farmers met in the agricultural board rooms at Clinton, with Murray Hoover in charge. Mur- ray reported that the advertis- ing for the Huron County re- view books is slow corning in, and that the books are going on sale the first part of No- vember. There is to be a banquet at the Seaforth Legion on Novem- ber 25, where there will be a draw for money. Profit from this will go to the World Liter- acy of Canada fund. Doug Miles will show slides from a trip he had overseas. Any junior farmer interested in public speaking or music competition should notify their president before December 4. The Seaforth Junior Farmers won the turkey for having the best corn at Seaforth Fair, and North Huron won a ham for the best hay class, Murray Hoover asked that if anyone was interested in going to Australia or New Zealand on an exchange trip, to notify him soon. Next county meeting to be held on October 25. M&ADAM'S TV Dial 236-4094, Zurich Service to ail MAKES AND MODELS Chisethurst UCW Plan Bazaar For Month of October The October meeting of Chis- elhurst UCW was held in the church school room with 15 members present. Mrs. R. Tay- lor, Jr., opened- with a poem. The theme song and prayer followed. Mrs. William Brintnell was in charge of the thanksgiving wor- ship service. Mrs. Alvin Cole offered prayer. Mrs. T. Brintnell and Mrs. Taylor attended the workshop held in Hensall United Church. They reported a very interest- ing and informative day. Sec- tional meeting will be held in Greenway United Church, Oc- tober 24. Final plans were made for their annual bazaar, October 27, at 3 p.m. Mrs. Russell Brock contrib- uted a poem. Mrs. H. Currie introduced the new Bible study book, "Panorama of the Bible", taking the first part on the prophets. A film was enjoyed on Amos. Renew Your Subscription Now Garden Hints By Len Bates Every spring hundreds of people wonder just what they could have done to prevent win- ter damage by rabbits and mice. I would suppose .that field mace do more damage to garden plants than any other winter pest. They love to tunnel un- der the snow in long grass and come into the garden to thew the bark from fruit trees, flow- ering shrubs and hedges, There are four things you can do to reduce the havoc wrecked by these little runts: Keep the grass in the garden and surrounding fields cut • short. Put plastic tree guards on small fruit trees or use fine mesh wire to completely circle the stem. Place weeping tile along the hedges and high grass and keep renewing poison mouse seed in the tile every two weeks. This is the best con- trol there is as it kills the little rascals dead. Paint the trees and shrub stalks with SKOOT, a rabbit and mice repellent. Rabbits also do untold damage, especially to fruit trees, they just love apple wood, but pears, cher- ries and peaches are also favorites. For dessert they like all kinds of euonymus, Spiraea, Chinese elm, and for real expensive dining, they will skin Mountbatten juni- pers and Austrian pine. If you are likely to have rabbits in your garden it is wise to encircle these plants with 4 - foot chicken wire (obtainable from your local hardware store) or obtain Skoot and spray. Special winter protection should be given to roses, this and others will be given next week.. SUPERTEST PETROLEUM LTD. GAS -- OILS GREASES • FILTERS HOME HEAT SERVICE Agent: Charles E. Eckel Dial 236-4611 — Zurich Business and Professional Directory OPTOMETRISTS J. E. Longstaff OPTOMETRIST SEAFORTH MEDICAL CENTRE 527-1240 Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sat- urday a.m., Thursday evening CLINTON OFFICE 10 Issac Street 482-7010 Monday and Wednesday Call either office for appointment. 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