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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZurich Citizens News, 1969-03-20, Page 1No. 11—FIRST WITH THE LOCAL NEWS ZURICH, ONTAIRO, THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 1969 CUTTING THE BEEF- Ron N1erner, proprietor of \terner's Abbatoir, demonstrates to the group of children the proper procedure to be followed in connection with cutting a quarter of beef, ready for freezing. The children from the Zurich Pub- lic School have been studying the processing of meat as one of their agricultural courses. Num- erous groups have been visiting the abbatoir dur- ing the past few weeks, to witness similar oper- ations taking place. (Citizens News Photos) STUDENTS VISIT ABBATOIR- A group of students from grade eight of the Zurich Public School visited Merner's Abbatoir at Dashwood last week, to -get a first-hand view of the meat slau- ghtering processe•. In this photo a group of the interested child- ren watch intently as Lorne Vincent peels the hide off a young steer which had just been slaughtered. The children watched the entire process from slaughtering through to cutting and wrap- ping, ready for the freezer or lockers. (Citizens News Photo) Hensall Women's Institute Donates to Several Worthy Organizations in Area The origin of Mottos was the subject presented by Mrs. Robert Simpson at the home economics and health meeting of Hensall Women's Institute, Wednesday , March 12 in the Legion Hall. Many illustrations were given in Scottish tongue and then translated. Rea- dings were contributed by Miss Ellis and Mrs. John Corbett, and dance selections by Annette Zim- mer of Zurich. In the business session presided over by Mrs. Clarence Reid, it was decided to invite Huron Historical Society to hold their September meeting in Hensall. Donations were voted to the Hensall Branch of the Canadian Legion. and South Huron and District Association for the Men- tally Retarded. It was decided to send a birthday gift for their sun- shine pal at Huronview and mem- bers were invited to attend the Auxiliary meeting a Huronview, March 17, at 2:30 p. m. , and to take a tea towel or cup and saucer. A letter of appreciation was read from the Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich, and it was decided to visit there again in the future. Arrangements were made for the Euchre party, March 26, at 8:15 p.I m., in Legion Hall. Members answered the roll call with "How to keep your figure and your vigor." Mrs. James McAllister Mrs. R. M. Peck, and Mrs. George Armstrong will form the nomin- • ating committee. Mrs. Walker Carlile chaired the program. An auction sale with Mrs. Fred Beer acting as auctioneer netted $20.55. Program convenors were Mrs. Carlile and Mrs. Wes Richardson; hostesses, Mrs. Robert Elgie and Mrs. Myrtle Sherritt. Zurich Chamber Discuss Charter Trip At their regular monthly meet- ing last Wednesday night, mem- bers of the Zurich Chamber of Commerce heard a progress re- port on the proposed trip to Zur- ich, Switzerland, from Gerald Gingerich, chairman of the tourist committee of the organ- ization. Mr. Gingerich reported that at present there are close to 100 • persons signed up for the trip, which is to take place from Sept- ember 30 to October 8. The chartered plane will carry 183 persons, so there is still room for about 80 to 85 , he added. Any persons who are interested in taking the trip and have not yet applied should do so at their earliest convenience. Ap- plication forms are available from either Mr. Gingerich, or Herb Turkheim. Total cost of the travelling will be $219 per person, and this amount includes bus transportation to and from Mallon Airport, which will be the departure site. A deposit of $100. must accompany each application. In other business at the meet= ing the Chamber of Commerce agreed to purchase a trophy to be presented for minor softball purposes. Final details for the annual Sauerkraut Supper, which is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9, were outlined at the meeting by Glenn Thiel, who is general chairman for the project. Members of the Centennial Band committee reported that they are planning a concert in the Community Centre in April, and also are working for a Band Tattoo in the village on July 2. Farmer's Night for the org- anization is to be held sometime in May. A guest at the meeting was Charles Gautsche, who was • speaker at the Crusade for Christ being held all last week in the Zurich Community Centre. Mr. and Mrs. Don Kyle, of Penticton, B.C. were recent visitors with Mrs. Alice Thiel and other relatives, on their way home from a trip to Rome. 10 CENTS PER COPY Zurich Council Accepts Plan For OWRC Sewage System Further details of the proposed sewage system in the village of Zurich were outlined to members of council last Wednesday night, when C. Tathem, P. Eng. , of the Ontario Water Resources Comm- ission, attended a meeting with council, clerk and PUC manager Douglas Armstrong. Following a detailed explanation of the work- ings of the system, which will be owned by the province, council members voted unanimously to accept the proposal of the OWRC, and allow them to proceed with necessary details. The next step in the program is for the OWRC to present the plans to the Ontario Municipal Board, for their approval. Follow- ing this notice of the application will be published, allowing any ratepayers necessary time in which they might wish to oppose the plans for a sewage system in the village. According to Mr. Tatham, it will be at least 10 months before a contract for the necessary work can be awarded, and then at least another year before the work is completed. It was pointed out at the meet- ing that the estimated yearly cost for a ratepayer with 66 feet of frontage will be about $110. Part of the charges for sewage will be applied on water bills while the balance will be a direct levy on tax bills. The actual service will be paid for on water bills. while frontage charges and connection charges will be on the tax bills. Police Report During the week of March 9 to March 15, the Exeter detachment Lutheran Women of the Ontario Provincial Police' Mr. Tatham further pointed out to the meeting that it will not be compulsory for ratepayers to subscribe to the sewage system, but they will still have to pay their frontage charges whether they use the system or not. He also reminded the group that the entire area of the village will not be covered by stage one of the project. These people will not have to pay until such time as they receive the services, he added. Dashwood Institute Helps Red Cross The March meeting of Dash- wood W.I. was in charge of the Home Economics group and Mrs. Ervin Devine convenor. Roll call was answered by giving a safety hint in the home. Mrs. Stuart Wolfe discussed the motto: "Many a wreck is caused by an empty train of thought." Mrs. Jean Pulham of London was guest speaker . She is a representative of Standard Brand Co. She spoke of daily food and balanced diet, also showing slides on the "His- tory of Bread." Mrs. Fulham supplied the lunch which was open-faced sandwiches made from different breads. They were most delicious. Mrs. Glen Webb presided for the business. Mrs. Howard Maier will attend an executive workshop in Mitchell, March 27. Mrs. Hugh Boyle was appointed a delegate to the Guelph Con- vention. The Institute is canvassing for the Red Cross during the month of March. investigated three area accid in which no one was injured. I Discuss Preents , judi ce The issued 12 charges under the Highway Traffic Act, and also I "Prejudice" was the theme set out 28 warnings under the same l chosen for the March meeting of act. One charge was laid under the Liquor Control Act. On Sunday, March 9 at 6:00 p.n a car operated by Francis S. Die- trich of R.R. 3 , Zurich, lost con- trol on No. 84 highway east of Zurich and struck a mail box and farm fence, owned by Karl Decker of R. R.1 Zurich. Damage was estimated at $540. Provincial Constable J. A. Wright investigated On Tuesday, March 11, at 12:15 a car operated by Garry Staples of Stratford, collided with the rear of a pickup operated by Anne Vangerwen of Exeter on No. 83 highway east of Exeter. Damage estimated at $75. Provincial C onstable E. C. Wilcox investi- gated. On Satu night. March 15 an unknown car collided with the left side of a parked car owned by John G. Tweddle of R. R.3, Ailsa Craig, at the Dashwood Community Centre, during a teen dance. Damage estimated at $25. Provincial Constable J. A. Wright investigated. Provincial Constable J. A. Wright. accident prevention officer for the Exeter detachment, showed a film, "The Third Kil- ler," in relation to traffic acci- dents, to the members of the C. B. Radio Club, Centralia, and the Christian Reform Church Young People, Exeter, on Marchll. Lutheran Church Women. Mrs. Keith Thiel, Mrs. Charles Thiel and Mrs. 0. Moore were in charge of the meeting. A film "Willie catches on," was shown, after which a panel dis- cussion took place. Mrs. Ed Datars Mrs. Mildred Brokenshire, Mrs. K. Thiel were members of the panel. The business period followed conducted by the president, Mrs. L. Prang. The western district assembly will be held at Sullivan's St. Peters, on April 30. All mem- bers were asked to attend. A motion to cater to a wedding on Saturday, June 28, was passed. A social half hour followed the meeting. VARNA The World Day of Prayer was observed in the United Church on Friday last. Mrs. Charles Reid led the service with Mrs. Robert Stirling presiding at the organ. She opened the service with the playing of the African spiritual "Kum Ba Yah." The verses were sung at intervals during the ser- vice. The theme was "Not Ourselves but Christ," taken by Mrs. Char- les Reid. Others assisting in the service were Mrs. Florence Elliott Mrs. Mervyn Hayter, Mrs. Harold Flaro, Mrs. Robert Taylor, Mrs. Louis Taylor. and Mrs. Arnold Keys.