HomeMy WebLinkAboutZurich Citizens News, 1971-06-17, Page 14PAGE FOURTEEN ZURICH CITIZENS NEWS THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 1971 Issues Warning Labour Minister Gordon Carton this week issued a warning ag- ainst the use of unsafe containers to carry gasoline. He also appeal. ed to all users of gasoline to handle this volatile fuel in a safe manner. "This is the time of year when thousands of people in Ont- ario use gasoline for motorboats, lawn mowers, power machines, saws and other tools, " he said. "Carelessness in the handling and transportation of this gasol- ine can be disastrous." "We hope that with greater care and observance of safety regulations, the number of ac- cidents and the number of fires can be greatly reduced." Last year, there were 18 acc- idents reported in which three persons died, another 11 people were injured and damage total- led over $50, 000. Mr. Carton said the Energy Branch of the Safety and Tech- nical Division, Department of Labour maintains a continuous campaign to educate people to use proper containers and in the proper handling of gasoline but every year, people are in- jured and property is damaged by• fires caused by carelessness in handling gasoline. He said that boatsmen are generally very cautious about the handling of gasoline in their boats but when they get the motor off the boats and into their; homes, basements or garages for maintenance work they flout danger by using gasoline to clean the machine. Mr. Carton made a special appeal to users of gasoline for power tools and lawn mowers. He urged the use of a proper flexible pouring spout or funnel to eliminate spillage. He warned that the filling of gasoline -powered lawn mowers and other equipment in garages or basements is hazardous. He said gasoline spilled on the floor vaporizes and the fumes can be ignited by a pilot light, a spark or someone smoking. On containers, he said: "Gas- oline should never be carried in glass containers, unapproved plastic bottles such as liquid bleach bottles, milk jugs or wind- shield solvent bottles." He said other dangerous uses of gasoline and naptha are start- ing fires or barbecues; cleaning clothing, rugs and machinery. Golden Glimpses .... . nit !Nue Water Rest Home. With the weather as it is to- day, we would have to agree that "What is so rare as a day in June?" We are all hoping that this weather will prevail for our first Strawberry Festival to be held on Saturday, June 26, here at the Home from 2:00 p.m, to 7:00 p.m. Tables will be set up on the parking lot at the rear of the I -Tome. Strawberry shortcake, ice cream, home- made cookies, tea, coffee or a cold beverage will be served for the price of $1.00 per serving. Live music will entertain you throughout the afternoon. All proceeds to go towards a small bus to be used for the resident's pleasure. We hope you will plan to attend and help this worthy cause. On Wednesday evening, the Ladies of Dashwood Lutheran Church sponsored the monthly birthday party. The visiting children provided a musical program and a delicious lunch was served. Strangely enough, we didn't have any birthdays during the month of June, but everyone enjoyed the party just the same. Bingo is still very much looked forward to on Thursday even- ings even tho the weather is warm. If any of our readers who do their own sewing have odd pieces of material left over which would be suitable for ties, it would be much appreciated in the craft room. Our numerous visitors during vacation time look for small articles made by the residents as souvenirs, and so it keeps them busy trying to keep a few EVERY MAN/S FREE TO CHOOSE MS OWN POW ofsovERNMENr "810NOE.., BRUNETTE OR REO N1640" Cuu General ontracting TAIL ING and REMODELLING ru WE WILL. BUILD YOUR OTE CO i AGE * BARN GARAGE One contract will take care of your complete project, including PLUMBING <^ HEATING ® ELECTRICAL WORK 2 Backhoes Available for Prompt Service Al Wu ors STANDARD STOCK SIZE DOORS Completely Installed ,yl DIAL 236-4679 zuri;ilctkt items on the shelves. We are still anxious to have you save your worn nylons for use here. Mrs, Gertrude Datars is pres- ently a patient in South Huron Hospital, Exeter. We hope she will soon be well enough to be back with us, If you happen to be driving by in the early morning, you will probably notice our faithful gard- iner, Mr. Edwin Gardiner, water- ing the plants and shrubs. No doubt he is partly responsible for the abundant growth of four, five and six leaf clovers, which Mr. John Donald seems to have no trouble in finding while out for his daily walks. On Sunday evening, the Chap- el service was conducted by Rev. A.C. Blackwell, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Zurich. Films were shown which were sponsored by one of our residents, Mr. Percy Skillings. We are sorry that more friends from the sur- rounding areas did not take ad- vantage of the invitation to come and see these worth while films o Sfo Arts Lutheran Women Plan Picnic The Lutheran Church Women of St. Peter's Church, Zurich, met on June 8, with thecommit- tee of Mrs. A. Finkbeiner, Mrs. Marg Thiel, Mrs. Alice Thiel, and Mrs. Laura Haberer in charge of devotions and the topic. The topic "Christian Martyrs" was presented by committee after which the members formed groups and skits depicting Christ- ian Witnessing were presented. President, Mrs. Marg Deich- ert presided for the business meeting. A thank -you letter from the Children's Aid Society was read, thanking the memb- ers for the interest shown them during the past year. The ladies will again serve refreshments at Vacation Church School. The July meeting is to be a picnic, and will be held July 13 at Becker's Park. Each member is urged to bring a friend, A social half hour followed the meeting. DICK and DAVE'S PLUMBING and ELECTRI CAL Dick Rau Dave Durand 236-4607 565.5281 "Service that Satisfies" NEW DEMOCRATIC PARTY NOMINATION MEETING Wednesday, June 23 at 9pm CENTRAL HURON SECONDARY SCHOOL CLINTON Speaker: Kenneth Bolton, MPP for Middlesex Public is cordially incited oHeg of A !plied � Tee 'rno! ';gy Invites applications for vacancies in the following programs: DOON CENTRE Technology Division Applied Arts Division Consumer and Family 'Studies General Arts and Science usiness Division Business Administration Accounting Data Processing Marketing General Business (Retailing) Secretarial (an introdl udtbay year) flus specialization un Legal Medical Professional Communications Design Divisi nn. Industrial Design Technology Aix and Water Resources Technology Civil Technology Construction Technology Control and Computer systems Tech- nology Electronic Technology Electrical Technology Mechanical Technology Production (Manufacturing) Technology Product Design Technology Drafting Technician (Mechanical) Electrical Technician Electronic iha ci ani Mechanical Technician Wood, Products Technician For further information and/or application forms contact: The Admissions Officer, Conestoga College, Doon Centre, 299 Doon Valley Drive, Kitchener, Ontario 653.2511, Extension 261. GUELPH CENTRE Lige Sciences Research Technician and Technologist For further information and/or application forms contact: The Admissions Officer, Conestoga College, Guelph Centre, 460 Speedvale Avenue West, Guelph, Ontario, 824.9390, Extention 34.