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The Times Advocate, 2005-04-13, Page 44 Exeter Times–Advocate Wednesday, April 13, 2005 zkxna =CNA Editorial Opinion TIMES ADVOCATE PUBLICATIONS MAIL REGISTRATION NUMBER 07511 We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada, through the Publications Assistance Program (PAP), toward our mailing casts. Jim Beckett Publisher and Editor Deb Lord Production Manager &Published by Metroland Printing, rt Publishing & Distributing Ltd. Metroland 424 Main Street South, P.O. Box 850 Exeter, Ontario NOM 1S6 • (519) 235-1331 EDITORIAL Liberals sinking Has the teflon finally worn off, or are reports of the federal Liberal party's death merely premature? If a poll released Monday by The Toronto Star is to be believed, support for the Liberals is sinking like the proverbial lead balloon. The EKOS Research poll showed that only 25 per cent of Canadians nationwide would vote for the Liberals, while 36.2 per cent would vote for the Conservatives. The figure for the Liberals is down dramati- cally from last June, when the Liberals won a minority government with 37 per cent of the vote. Even in that old Liberal stronghold of Ontario, the Liberals are only at 33 per cent, trailing the Conservatives by seven percentage points. Adscam and the Gomery inquiry are finally making an impact on the Liberals' popularity. The party has even fallen behind the Conservatives in Quebec. The question is, do the other political parties have the guts to defeat the government and force a spring election? So far, they haven't, but Conservative leader Stephen Harper may start to smell blood with the latest poll figures. The poll figures are significant since, even though Canadians have been fed up with the federal Liberals for some time, they felt there was no other party to vote for. It's clear now that, to punish the Liberals for Adscam, some Canadians are willing to take a chance with a Conservative government. In power for over a decade, the Liberal party is old, stale and in desperate need of reinvention. Is Paul Martin the man to rebuild the party? Not even close. His party needs a complete overhaul, starting with weeding out the arrogant likes of Martin. The prospect of Harper as prime minister may not be agreeable to some, but it's clear the Liberals have worn out their welcome and deserve whatever punishment voters decide to give them. Terri has left us an important legacy It's been two weeks since Terri Schiavo took her last breath. Her story captivated millions worldwide, leaving many of us wondering about our own mortality in a similar situation. Terri's story saddens me but at the same time it stirs up anger. Why couldn't both sides (her parents and husband) come togeth- er and reach a unified solution to her plight? Was each side looking out for its own person- al interests? I doubt we will ever know what Terri wanted — life in what some experts call a vegetative state or death. Her husband claims he was acting on Terri's verbal wishes to end her life by removing her feeding tube. Her parents claim Terri was a devout Catholic and embraced life to the fullest. Terri, howev- er, never told her parents what should be done if something should happen to her. Terri did not have a living will. Death is never an easy subject to discuss, and living life in a state of helplessness is also a sensitive issue. Who should decide our fate? The answer is simple. Each one of us must make our own decision about life and death when we have the free will and ability to make that decision. It doesn't matter if you are pro- life or pro -choice, the decision you make about your own life is yours entirely. In the end, most of us believe we will have to answer to a higher being. Every day we make decisions. Should I take vitamins? Should I exercise? Should I have a cigarette? Should I speed down the highway? We are constantly controlling our own lives with our decision-making. Why should anything change when we're nearing life's end? Terri has left us a legacy — a reminder about the fragility of life. She has taught us about responsibility. Each one of us must let others know what to do ahead of time, just in case. Simply stated, we should all have a liv- ing will and we should let our wishes be known to those closest to us, spouses, parents and family. Terri's story could be anybody's story. Let's not for- get what happened to her and the subsequent circus that developed over her right to live or die. Thank you Terri for being our teacher and reminding us about the importance of making our own personal decisions. STEPHANIE MANDZIUK CONSIDER THIS! About the Times -Advocate Address & Office Hours Times -Advocate, 424 Main Street South, P.O. Box 850, Exeter, Ontario NOM 1S6. Our office is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Closed on Holidays. 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For example, Jim Beckett's e-mail address is <jbeck- ett@southhuron.com> Our general e-mail address is ads@southhuron.com. The Times -Advocate Team Publisher/Editor Jim Beckett ext. 109 ADVERTISING Deborah Schillemore ext. 112 REPORTERS Scott Nixon ext. 105 Pat Bolen ext. 113 Stephanie Mandziuk ext. 107 CUSTOMER SERVICE Sue Rollings ext. 101 Kim Hern ext. 102 COMPOSITION DEPARTMENT Manager Deb Lord ext 114/103 Sharlene Young, ext 103 Dianna Hardy ext. 103 ACCOUNTING STAFF Anita McDonald ext. 104 Ruth Slaght ext. 106 Christina Scott ext. 108 Marg Pertschy ext. 111 Wednesday, April 13, 2005 Exeter Times—Advocate 5 Opinion Forum News ROSS HAUGH BACK IN TIME I 0 YEARS AGO April 12, 1995 - The Exeter Legion Ladies Auxiliary pee- wees have won the all -Ontario "CC" hockey championship. The manager is Al Keys and Bob McDonald is the coach. A goal by Scott Keys with four seconds to go gave the locals the title over the Prince Edward County Kings. This is the first Exeter pee -wee title since 1973-74. The first recipient of Lucan's Citizen of the Year is Beverley Anderson. She is an Early Childhood Educator and a volunteer with a number of area groups. 25 YEARS AGO April 9, 1980 - Officers of the Alpha Pi chapter of Beta Sigma Phi for this year are president Janice Brock, vice-president Susan Moore, secretary Ann Marie Hoffman and treasurer Ann Baynham. Jack Kinsman received an agricultural Service diploma Monday for 30 years of service with the Hensall-South Huron Agricultural Society. Bob Baker is this year's fair president. 40YEARS AGO April 12, 1965 - The beginner group of the Exeter Promenaders were graduated at a special dance at the local arena Saturday when about 80 dancers from Exeter, Clinton, Seaforth, Centralia and Stratford joined in the festivities. The gradu- ates were Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hern, Mr. and Mrs. John Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Tilley, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry MacLean, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Dougall, Mr. and Mrs. Rollie Youngash and Dr. and Mrs. Don Ecker. Dennis Cann, son of Mr. and Mrs. Carman Cann of Usborne and a SHDHS graduate has been awarded a studentship of $3,000 by the National Research Council. 45 YEARS AGO April 14, 1960 - Motorists coming into Huron county in any one of 12 highways will soon be greeted with a "Welcome" sign as the design has been approved by the agricultural committee of Huron county council. Some fancy tap dancing by the students of Mrs. Russ Broderick and a comical one -act play present- ed by members of the IOOF and Rebekah Lodges highlighted the recent variety concert at SHDHS. 50YEARS AGO April 12, 1955 - Another 100,000 trees will be planted in the Ausable River Forest in Hay Swamp this summer. Close to 1,000 visited the new store of T and T Flooring during its opening Saturday. The firm has renovated the store on Main street formerly occu- pied by Rick's Foodland. 55YEARS AGO April 13, 1950 - Mr. William J. Heaman, for a number of years mayor of London and a former Exeter resident died in London, Monday. He at one time conducted a hardware business now owned by A.J. Traquair. Usborne township council has passed a bylaw under the Warble Fly Control Act compelling all cattle within the township to be treated for warble fly. Carey B. Joynt of Hensall now studying at Clark University in Worcester, Mass., has had his fellow- ship renewed. This is the third year he has won the award. 60YEARS AGO April 10, 1945 - At the 18th blood door clinic in Exeter 195 made donations bringing the total num- ber to date to 2,135. Daffodils, violets, crocuses and hyacinths were picked from local gardens on March 24. What is believed to be the largest natural gas find in the area has been struck on the Irvine Devine farm, west of Dashwood. 80YEARS AGO April 11, 1925 - The fine frame home of William Oke of Concession 2 of Usborne has been destroyed by fire. Neighbours succeeded in saving bedding, furniture and clothing from the front part of the house. The choir of Main Street Church appeared Sunday for the first time in surplices. 85 YEARS AGO April 14, 1920 - Owing to overcrowding at the local public school, parents are requested to send only those children who are now six years of age. Seniors' Perspective By Jim Bearss ADULT ACTIVITIES CO-ORDINATOR In the great supermarket of life, may the wheels on your grocery cart all move in the same direction. Seniors meeting Exeter Senior Citizens met on April 5th with 62 mem- bers and friends present. A delicious pot -luck super was enjoyed and President Shirley Kirk presided for the busi- ness meeting. Happy Birthday was sung to Mary Horn, Helen Webber, Orville Webber, Mary Williamson, Mildred Chalmers, Ruth Insley, Lorraine Alexander and Audrey McDonald. Bill and Lee Thomas celebrate a wedding anniversary this month. Members moved to subscribe to "The Voice" of USCO. We were reminded of The Hospital Rummage sale and the birthday party in May at Huronview. A moment of silence was observed for Hilda Taylor. She was a long time member of the seniors club. Jim Bearss reported on Senior Activities. He asked us to keep in mind the loss of downtown stores and asked for input from the members on this issue. Trade fair is in June and Jim read "The Old Gas Station". Shirley Kirk read "30 Reasons To Smile". Olga Davis was chairperson for the program. 8 members of the "Riverview Ramblers" entertained us with line dance routines. Olga told us some jokes and stories and clogged for us as well. Harvey Smith, Donald Finkbeiner, Harold Mills and Devon Martene enter- tained us with great music. Some members enjoyed dancing to the lively tunes. Door prize winners were Anna Keller, Richard Hokansson and Lorraine Alexander. Share The Wealth winners were; Audrey McDonald, Mary Horn, Lois McFalls, Mary Webber, Ruth Insley, June Hillen, Airel Wood and Erwin Sillery. Members are reminded of the 31st Annual Spring Rally to be held in Stanley Twp. Complex Thursday April 21st. Tickets are $7.00 in advance. Please let Gerald Dearing 235-0757 or Shirley Kirk 235-0320 know by April 17th if you are interested in attending. The meeting closed with "The Seniors Prayer". Next meeting is May 3. All seniors are welcome. Town & Country Support Services: The lucky winner for the monthly draw of a free dinner at the "Dining for Seniors" is Audrey Zachar. Enjoy your meal Audrey. Soup & Euchre: Riverview Estates Club House (east of beer store) on Friday April 15, 2005 12:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. $5 soup and euchre, $3 soup only or $2 for euchre only. Please sign up in clubhouse or phone (519) 235-2028. Prizes and everyone is welcome. Reminder: Hospital Auxiliary Rummage Sale on April 20, & 21st. Spring is here! Visit the MacNaughton Morrison Trail for exercise, admiration of nature, and just being out- side. Trail amenities include benches, scenic outlooks, information kiosks, picnic areas and a pedestrian bridge spanning the Ausable River halfway between McNaughton Park and Morrison Dam. Lucan Area Heritage & Donnelly Museum Bus Tour. Bus pickups In Exeter & Lucan.Contact Harry Hardy, 227-4887 or 227-0444 Box 249, Lucan, NOM 2J0 E-mail harry@cruiseselloffs.com. May 11, 2005 Grand River North bus tour, anyone who has been with Warren, can't wait for his next tour. Euchreama: The Exeter Senior's are hosting a Euchreama at the Legion Hall on April 29, 2005. Contact Jane Dearing for more information, call 235-0757. Senior Games Euchreama: Mark your calendar for this important event. April 5, 2005 at Dashwood Community Centre. Starts at 10:00 a.m. Lunch is pro- vided and you have a chance at winning a prize. Proceeds go to Senior Games. Forget Me Not Dinner & Silent Auction: (Live & Silent). You are cordially invited to join the Alzheimer Society of Huron County at the White Carnation in Holmesville on Saturday April 23, 2005 for the 3rd annual Forget Me Not Dinner and Auction. Please consider joining the soci- ety for a fun filled evening of dining, bidding and won- derful entertainment. Preview of items at 6:00 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m. Auctioneer: Bob Heywood and entertainment by the Ladd Trio. To request your ticket or to donate an item to the auction, please call 482-1482 or 1-800-561-5012. 3rd Annual Trade Fair & Information Expo: Wednesday, June lst, 2005, 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Rec. Centre, Exeter. Many new and interesting vendors are attending. Edward Brill, a young foot and mouth painter from Mar, Ontario in the Wiarton area will favour you with his work, and work in progress. A motorcycle enthusiast, Edward began his career as a professional moto-cross racer at 18. Three years later in 1983, his career came to a tragic end; at a track in Jim Bearss Durham, Ontario, an accident left him paralysed from the neck down. He spent a year at Lyndhurst Hospital Rehabilitation Hospital in Toronto learning how to cope with being a quadriplegic and at the same time attend- ing Western Technological and Community School where his creative interests were renewed and he achieved high standings in various art courses. Moving to Kitchener, he began to study with Mouth Painter Lawrence Parker, a member of the Mouth and Foot Painting Artists. In October of 1987, only four years after the accident, Edward's talent had developed to a degree that he was able to stage his first exhibition. A prolific painter, Edward has specialized in realistic landscapes and floral designs, and recently developed a keen inter- est in wildlife. In 1989 Edward joined the Association of Mouth & Foot Painting Artists, which supports him in his artistic career. I had the opportunity to look at and appreciate his great work at an Art in the Park show in Wiarton last year. I am very pleased that he is coming to the Trade Fair in June 1st 2005. Huron, Perth and Middlesex Counties 2005 Senior Games: Registration forms for the 2005 Senior Games are available at the Olde Town Hall office. Completed forms must be returned to the office no less than 2 weeks prior to the event. (e.g.) Solo by week of April 25th. The Senior Games is designed for all people aged 55 and older. This is not an Actifest year however, district winners will participate in the events to be held in Windsor where the regional games are being hosted. For more information on how you can get involved in the many activities planned for seniors in your commu- nity as well as the senior games, call Bruce Symons 284- 1722, June Hodgson 235-2194, Jim Harrison 524-2210 or Norm Steeper 227-4864. What's Happening in Grand Bend April 2005 April 19th "Euchre -A -Rama" Port Franks Seniors, Port Franks Community Centre. 10:00 a.m. sharp. Cost is $5.00 per person, includes lunch. Contact 243-2297 Guest speaker Martin Quinn, everyone welcome. Call Marg for more info 243-1121 April 21st "Diabetes Support Group" 11:00 a.m. Grand Bend Area CHC, Adult Day wing. Everyone wel- come! April 25th "Grand Bend Horticultural Society" Carol Steckle speaks on Container Gardening. 7:30 p.m. Grand Bend Legion April 27th "Huron County Playhouse Guild Luncheon" 12:30 p.m. Colonial Hotel Grand Bend with speaker Tom Lawson. Guests welcome call Mary Cardiff at 238-5640. Exercise & Yoga classes still available! Contact Cindy at the Grand Bend Area CHC 238-1556 ext.6 if interest- ed. Wanted Peer Learning Group members. We are look- ing for interested individuals that would like to partici- pate in a peer learning group for seniors. Study groups would have a range of interests from the Arts to Zoology. Groups would meet locally in the day -time hours. Contact John Merkies at 238-8759 Here's our English Language ! We'll begin with a box, and the plural is boxes, but the plural of ox became oxen not oxes. One fowl is a goose, but two are called geese, yet the plural of moose should never be meese. You may find a lone mouse or a nest full of mice; yet the plural of house is houses, not hice. If the plural of man is always called men, why should- n't the plural of pan be called pen? If I spoke of my foot and show you my feet, and I give you a boot, would a pair be called beets? If one is a tooth and a whole set are teeth, why shouldn't the plural of booth be called beeth? Then one may be that, and three would be those, yet hat in the plural would never be hose, and the plural of cat is cats, not cose. We speak of a brother and also of brethren, but though we say mother, we never say methren. Then the masculine pronouns are he, his and him, but imagine the feminine, she, shis and shim. Some other reasons to be grateful if you grew up speaking English: 1) The bandage was wound around the wound. 2) The farm was used to produce produce. 3) The dump was so full that it had to refuse more refuse. 4) We must polish the Polish furniture. 5) He could lead if he would get the lead out. 6) The soldier decided to desert his dessert in the desert. 7) Since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present. 8) At the Army base, a bass was painted on the head of a bass drum. See PERSPECTIVE page 6 6 Exeter Times—Advocate Wednesday, April 13, 2005 Opinion Forum News Seniors' perspective Continued from page 5 9) When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes. 10) I did not object to the object. 11) The insurance was invalid for the invalid. 12) There was a row among the oarsmen about how to row. 13) They were too close to the door to close it. 14) The buck does funny things when the does are present. 15) A seamstress and a sewer fell down into a sewer line. 16) To help with planting, the farmer taught his sow to sow. 17) The wind was too strong to wind the sail. 18) After a number of Novocain injections, my jaw got number 19) Upon seeing the tear in the painting I shed a tear. 20) I had to subject the subject to a series of tests. 21) How can I intimate this to my most intimate friend? Library News: Exeter Library has new computers for public use. These CAP computers (Community Access Program) now allow expanded use for everyone. These activities include word processing, resume writing and spread- sheets as well as the usual email and internet uses. Check out these free opportunities at your library. Legion News: Spring has Sprung Dance: April 16th 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. John & Geneva Heaman will play and enter- tain you for this dance. Admission is $10 and lunch is provided. Soup & Sandwich Lunch: Will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #167 Exeter. Friday, April 22, 2005 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. $6 per person and take-out is available. Legion Car Draw Tickets Still Available: Tickets are still available for the Legion Car Draw. The proceeds from this event go to finance the Track & Field events sponsored by the Legion. These events are a vital part of the Legion program to support our youth and are worth- while to support. If you haven't bought your ticket yet, please make an effort to do so. They are available at the bar in the branch and can be obtained from any mem- ber of the executive. The draw will be on May 17th, 2005. Lest We Forget Elmer Thomas Willis Elmer was born on April 8th 1896 in Stephen Township on the third concession. He enlisted in the Canadian Infantry (Western Ontario Regiment) and was attached to the 47th Battalion. His army service number when he enlisted was 654489. For action while he was fighting in the front lines was awarded the Military Medal. Elmer's name showed up in the casualty list as killed in action in the Exeter paper, which was printed on October 17th 1918. The date of Elmer Thomas Willis was on September 27th 1918, date of death. Elmer was buried in the Quarry Wood Cemetery, Sains-Les-Marquion in France. The 102nd Canadian Battalion made the cemetery in October, 1918.There are now over 250, 1914-1918 war casualties commemorated in this site. Of these, a small number are unidentified and a special memorial is erected to a Canadian officer who is buried among them. The cemetery covers an area of 1,249 square metres and is enclosed by a rubble wall. Elmer Thomas Willis was the son of John H. & Louisa Willis. He was also survived by a sister Sadie M born May 17th 1888, his brother Edward born Feb. 2nd 1890 his brother Ralph born Feb. 8th 1892 his brother John born March 5th 1894. Elmer, the youngest in the family was born April 8th 1896. Next week Harry Ernest Windsor. Health Section: Herbs & Spices Anise: This delicate herb originated from Asia Minor and was referred to in St Mathew: 'Ye pay tithe of Mint, Anise and Cummin.' In Roman times rich meals were rounded off with mustacae, which was a spiced cake flavoured with anise seeds (aniseed) to prevent indigestion. This thought to be the origin of our wedding cakes at the end of a bridal feast. Medicinal use: The seeds make a soothing tea. Nowadays, anise infusions are added to hot milk to make an excellent sleep -inducing drink that is safe for children. Anise is used in the mixing of many cough medicines and lozenges. The volatile oil constituent makes a powerful antiseptic. This is particularly useful when digestion is weak or slow and can stop the fer- mentation of food in the stomach. Anise can also correct the balance of acidity in the digestion. In cooking: The seeds are popular sprinkled on cakes and breads. They are good on fish, veal and pork as a counter to their richness. The seeds are an important ingredient of liqueurs. The French add crushed seeds to vegetables such as carrots and also cream puddings. The torn leaves are a useful garnish, used sparingly, for curries, salada, pota- toes and pickles. Next week: Basil A company, feeling it was time for a shakeup, hires a new CEO. The new boss is determined to rid the compa- ny of all slackers. On a tour of the facilities, the new CEO notices a guy leaning on the wall. The room is full of workers and he wants to let them know he is serious! The CEO walks up to the guy and asks," And how much money do you make a week?" A little surprised, the young fellow looks at him and replies, "I make $300 a week. Why?" The CEO hands the guy $1,200 in cash and screams, "Here's four weeks pay, now GET OUT and don't come back!" Feeling pretty good about his first firing, the CEO looks around the room and asks, "Does anyone want to tell me what that goof-off did here?" With a sheepish grin, one of the workers mutters, "Pizza delivery guy from Domino's." A married couple drove several miles down a country road, not saying a word. An earlier discussion had led to an argument, and neither wanted to concede their posi- tion. As they passed a barnyard full of mules and pigs, the wife sarcastically asked, "Relatives of yours?" "Yep," the husband replied, "In-laws." Don't take your organs to Heaven Dear Editor: When you think of a hero -what comes to mind? A mask, cape, superpowers? What about real life heroes? Let me tell you about mine. They don't wear a mask, they probably have a 9-5 job, a mortgage, and a family. They are from a small community in Newfoundland. My heroes are an organ donor family. If not for the generous and difficult decision they made that cold stormy day in January 2001, I would not be alive today to write this. These people put aside their pain and grief to give other peo- ple a chance to live. year when the midget team won. The April 6th edi- tion was better but still the write-up was You've likely heard you should sign less than inspiring. You want locals to buy your donor card, but you should Let also talk to your family about your wishes. After all, in the end, it's tO Let:: and read your paper but you don't cover he local accomplishments. I realize that peo- ple don't just buy the paper for the sports doesn't just happen every year and definitely isn't a rite of passage for every team or every player. These grade 8 and 9 boys worked hard all year and demonstrated that they were the best Bantam ICC team in the OMHA, and to have their local paper give so little coverage to achievement and success is disappointing. Imagine their excitement at winning and being able to say we're number one and meaning it, only to be let down by their local paper who treated the event just like winning any other tournament or game. Nothing on the front page and then two pictures in the middle of the paper with no write up or even bold lettering to let everyone know that this team was special. I must admit some fault this year, as I was too busy to write up the articles as I did last their decision. One donor can save or improve the life of up to 9 peo- Edi r,O.r but this was an important local event, as ple! That's 9 people who would be evidenced by the attendance at the game forever grateful like I am. The staffs- on the Friday of the Easter weekend that tics are overwhelming So many people are in need of organs, yet, there really isn't that many available. I invite you to check out the web- site www.giftoflife.on.ca. There you will find the stag- gering statistics as well as information. April 17-23 is National Organ and Tissue Transplant Awareness Week. If you would like more information, please feel free to contact me at lulubelle@porchlight.ca I also speak to service clubs and organizations in the area. The more we can get awareness out, the more people we may be able to save. "Don't take your organs to Heaven; Heaven knows we need them here. Give the Gift of Life". LISA MITTON Harriston, ON Double Lung Transplant Recipient January 2001 Disappointment in coverage Dear Editor: Disappointment was what I felt when I first flipped through the paper on March 30th, but then I thought okay it was Easter weekend, maybe they just didn't have enough time. Then I went to Clinton and picked up their weekly paper and there on the front page was a team picture and write up about their local Juvenile team that won the OMHA championship on the same night that our South Huron Sabres Bantam hockey team won their championship. Not only was it front page news but the article spilled over onto page 2 and then more pictures on the back page. Winning an All -Ontario championship deserved more recognition then was given it. Would it have made a difference if the Sherwoods or the Hawks had achieved this? I doubt so little coverage would have been given them. Let's try to support our youth's accomplishments and try not to disappoint another team if we should be so lucky as to win another OMHA title again. Special Note: I would like to thank all those who did come out to support the team and all the businesses in town that put up signs to announce the games or con- gratulate the team, the boys really appreciated it. ROCHELLE GIBBINGS, Exeter Making a difference Dear Editor In our Civics class we have been discussing the concept of global citizenship - even though we might identify ourselves as residents of the municipality of South Huron, or the province of Ontario, or as Canadians, in reality we are all inhabitants of the planet Earth, with links which go around the world. Events in far away places - the death of the Pope, war in Afghanistan or Iraq, or natural disasters such as the tsunami in Southern Asia - all resonate with people in our commu- nity. The problems facing this world may seem daunt- ing, but by working together we can help to alleviate some of the suffering and have a positive impact on the world. On April 1st and 2nd the students of South Huron District High School participated in the twelfth annual 30 Hour Famine to raise money for World Vision. The amount raised this year is approximately $10,100. This brings the total in twelve years to over $60,000. World Vision use the funds for famine and disaster relief, development education, and many other worthy pro- jects. I am proud to know that our efforts over the years have helped to make a difference in the lives of many people. I'd like to thank the 193 students who went without food from Friday noon until six o'clock on Saturday for their dedication to this worthy cause. The students played sports, watched movies, sang Karaoke, and were entertained by three rock bands made up by their talented fellow famine participants. The students were for the most part polite, responsible, and well behaved, and their parents can be very proud of them. Eamon O'Rourke served as the security cap- tain, assisted by a number of senior students who helped make the Famine run smoothly. We also had six return- ing alumni help out, and one parent, Mrs. Rundle. I'd like to thank my fellow teachers, Betty Janke, Paul Colborne, Janis Dougall, April Tuininga, Dianne Heatherington, Judy Mallette, Kate Hollestelle, Terry O'Rourke, Tracy McLennan, Brenda Hill, Heather Hawley, and Vice Principal George McEwan, who all vol- unteered their time to supervise the students and ensure that everyone had a safe and enjoyable event. A big thank you goes to the parents, relatives, friends and neighbours who sponsored the students. Arranging the drinks to help keep everyone hydrated and maintain their energy level is a big job, and it would not have been possible without the incredible support and generosity of many local merchants. Drinks for the students were donated by Shoppers Drugmart, Holtzmann's IGA, Hansen's Your Independent Grocer, and Sobey's in Grand Bend. JEM variety in Crediton donated orange juice. McDonald's Restaurant donated orange drink, ice, and cups. Stedman V&S donated freezies, provided the movies to entertain the group, and donated chocolate Easter bunnies for a special treat at the famine end. Marg Gilbert of New Orleans Pizza donated pizza for our „breakfast. After 30 hours with- out food, the starving students devoured 39 large pizzas in under two minutes. A very sincere thank you to all the merchants who helped make our famine a success. I have always enjoyed doing the 30 Hour Famine for a number of reasons. The kids who sign up are nice kids, and its fun to see their energy and enthusiasm. My colleagues who help supervise are wonderful, caring people. The merchants are so happy to help, and the support from the commu- nity is marvellous. Together we are making a difference as responsible global citizens. Thank you! Sincerely, DAVE MACLEOD Exeter