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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZurich Citizens News, 1967-11-30, Page 2PAGE TWO gd .0644Cil COMMefrai ast A Happening For the Future -- Your Community Centre The official re -opening and dedica- tion of the "Babe" Siebert Memorial Arena and Zurich Community Centre i:. more than a ceremony to cut a ribbon. In fact, it is more than the culmination of the hopes and dreams of many people in and around the village of Zurich. When the newly renovated build- ing is officially re -opened and dedi- cated by the dignitaries who have been invited to attend; when the speeches are over and the applause has died; when the last light has been switched off and the final door closed and secured for the day; then and only then will the new commun- ity centre begin its work to gather in and draw closer the men, women and children who live in this vicinity. Already, in some small way, the arena has revived an all-important community spirit. It has been a common work ground for many citi- zens throughout the district who saw the worth of completing a proper community centre and were willing to lend a helping hand. energetic laborers, we truly thankful. We foresee this as only the be- ginning. In the next few months, we will not be at all surprised to witness a change — a new air of confidence and pride about the community. We expect to watch the interest grow and develop as more and more people discover the wide range of uses to which the arena can be extended. And we wouldn't wonder if the tax bite to provide the modern facilities will be partially offset by the happy realization that something good is happening here. Come out on Friday evening, De- cember 1, to see the building which will be not only the community cen- tre but the centre of the community. View its capacity and make mental notes of its possibilities. If you look hard enoough, you may find your skepticism is becoming warm, com- fortable enthusiasm. For these can all be An Interesting Session I One of the best nomination meet- ings held for Hay Township officials in many years was poorly attended in Zurich last Friday. It is unfortunate that so few resi- dents and ratepayers in the munici- pality failed to show sufficient in- terest in the administration of their tax dollars, especially since those men who did attend asked thoughtful, in- telligent questions and kept council on its toes. In the past, we have taken excep- tion to long, drawn out speeches about work at county council and things which did not pertain directly to the citizens of this township. This year, the meeting was brisk and en- lightening, a welcome improvement to say the very least. We should congratulate the assem- bly at the nomination on the timely and careful inquiries of council. At the same time, we must laud council for the honest and forthright an- swers given. We had a feeling that a great deal of understanding evolved between the two elements. When the party's over a Cascade 40 electric water heater can have its finest hour Seven-year-old socialites have a way of leaving more than a gift at a party: ever been stuck with a tutti-frutti- topped tablecloth? These are the times a Cascade 40 can really win you over. It provides all the hot water you need to suds up a strawberry -specked party dress, its chocolate-cheeked owner, and the pile of party paraphernalia you'll be left with. A Cascade 40 electric water heater may not make the party ... but it could save the day. For more inform- ation, ask your Hydro. . ZURICH CITIZENS NEWS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1967 From My Window It is humbling to admit de- pendency on something as sig- nificant as a set of keys. 1f it was even something larger --- like a computer for instance -- it wouldn't be so degrading. But for an adult to stand help- less and in despair over the loss of several notched pieces of metal seems to be the height of embarrassment. It was only recently that I had this shattering experience. My ring of keys was nestled in the soft interlining of my daughter's ski jacket and was jogging merrily off in the di- rection of the school more than five miles from my locked front door. I was outside, unable to get inside to the warmth of my living room or the assistance of my telephone. Two cars that night have carried me away sat still and silent, an- swering only to the sharp in- sertion of the «proper key. By Shirley Keller same person but in the eyes of a cold„ oallous world 1 might have been any sort of nut fit only for the gutter. Thanks to a generous mem- ber of the family and another set of keys I was spared any further unhappiness. I had lost an hour or so, but I was event- ually on my way to work and back in the favor of all who passed by. But what of those folks who never find 'another set of keys —or perhaps have never owned one? So I treasure my keys more than ever before, because T have discovered that without them I am a lost and rejected soul. A disconcerting thought, isn't it? As a creature of habit, I had grabbed my handbag and taken a last minute look round the house before shutting and se- curing the wretched door. As usual, I reached into the side pocket of niy purse, fully ex- pecting to find my keys there to obey my commands. This day was different, I recalled with a sickening churn in my stomach that I had entrusted my keys to my little girl — and that we both had forgotten to see that they got back to the safety of my bag. It wouldn't matter, 1 told my- self, if my life was at stake. Without that set of keys, I could go nowhere and do noth- ing. Here I was, joint owner of a home and a couple of half decent motor vehicles, a some- what respected person in the connunit. Without my keys, I was reduced to the status of a common vagrant with not a place to lay my head and only the street to call home. I began •to realize how thin the line really is between suc- cess and failure—between what society •accepts and what it de- plores. I was essentially the 0 Obituary Bob's Body Shop A Complete Service On BODY SHOP REPAIRS REFINISHING TOWING SERVICE • FREE ESTIMATES Bob Forrester, Proprietor Dial 236-4959 (At Rear of Huron Motor Products) MRS. JAMES BARKLEY Service for Mrs. James Bark- ley (nee Linda Walper), 76 was held in the First Congregational Church, Romeo, Mich. Rev. Peter Vos officiated. Mrs. Barkley was born in 1891 in Zurich, a daughter of the late William and Caroline Walper. Two brother, Jack and Ted, predeceased her several years ago. Surviving besides her hus- band is one niece, Mrs. Frank Parsons, RR 1, Hensall; two nephews, Bill, Detroit; Hugh, Seaforth, .and several great nieces. The late Mrs. Barkley passed away one week ago in the Com- munity Hospital, Almont, Mich., after a lengthy illness. She was a member of the First Con- gregational C h u r c h, Romeo, Mich., also a long time member of the senior ,choir and Romeo Chapter No. 19 OES. Attending the funeral were nieces and nephews from this district. Have you found the answer to ensuring your children a college education? Call: The Mutual Life of Canada REPRESENTATIVE: G. R. Godbolt, CLU, Phone 235-2740 Collect. Corner Sanders and Edwards Streets EXETER, ONTARIO. Take Your Family Out For a Wonderful Meal ! Nothing makes a family happier than sitting down to a fine meal in our dining room. We offer a choice of delicious food amidst a pleasant dining atmosphere. Our Pleasure Is Serving You We Specialize in Steaks, Chicken, Fish ! 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