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The Times Advocate, 2005-06-01, Page 5Wednesday, June 1, 2005 Exeter Times—Advocate 5 Opinion Forum News ROSS HAUGH BACK IN TIME I OYEARS AGO May 31, 1995 - The strike is over at General Coach in Hensall after workers voted 80 to 32 to accept the latest contract offer. Photographer Jack Doerr, one of Exeter's most respected citi- zens and a person who put a smile on many faces passed away on Tuesday, May 23. 20YEARS AGO June 2, 1985 - Chief Larry Hardy recently appointed head of the town's six man police force comes to Exeter with certain goals. Foremost is creating and maintaining an open door policy with members of his force, elect- ed officials and the general public. 25YEARSAGO May 28, 1980 - Gary Birmingham of Exeter, principal of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Separate School has been elected president of the Huron - Perth Unit of the Ontario English Catholic Teachers' Association. First vice-president is Lorne Rideout of Zurich. Three members of the Exeter Junior Hawks were multiple award winners over the past season. They are Kerry Bedard, Preston Dearing and Dave Kinsman. 35YEARS AGO May 31, 1970 - A former member of the Exeter detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police, Sergeant George Mitchell is in charge of the 24 man force at Grand Bend for the summer months. The battle continues over the amount being charged for parking on the beach at Grand Bend this summer After the first long weekend when the charge was 50 cents for the first hour and 25 cents for each additional hour, a delegation headed by merchant Paul Couse said they wouldn't settle for anything more than last year's rate of 50 cents per day. 45YEARSAGO May 31, 1960 - Miss Sally Acheson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Acheson of town won the super- visory staff award for bedside nursing intermediate year at the Sarnia General Hospital School of Nursing. 55YEARSAGO May 28, 1950 - The Dashwood Band has been reorganized with Harry Hoffman as leader assisted by Melvin Stade and Maurice Klumpp. Mr. Francis Clark of Crediton has been present- ed with a life membership in the Telephone Pioneers of America in recognition of his active service in the telephone industry. William Brian, eight -month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Decker of Zurich won first prize in the baby show at the Hensall Spring Fair. 60YEARS AGO June 1, 1945 - A swine club has been organized by the Exeter Agricultural Society. The executive includes Glenn Fisher, Will Ford, Jack Heywood and coach Bill Ellerington. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Rowe have received a letter from their son Corporal A.W. Rowe from some- where in Belguim. He wrote, "I read in the Maple Leaf that Orval Cann's cow gave birth to her sixth set of twins. I don't know how old those twins are but it sounded good to me as this is the only home news I have had for a month." The Zurich Lions club received their charter Thursday night. Albert Traquair, president of the sponsoring Exeter Lions was in charge of the cele- bration. Patrick J. O'Dwyer is the first Zurich presi- dent. 80YEARS AGO June 1, 1925 - Dr. E.A. Steiner of Bergen, New York was in Exeter last week and decided to open a veterinary practice here. He has rented one of Mr. C.B. Snell's houses on Anne Street. 85 YEARS AGO May 30, 1920 - Most Exeter merchants will close their places of business each Wednesday during the months of June, July and August. Mr. Fred Kerr of Crediton, the crack shot of Huron county was in Galt last week and carried off the premier prize breaking 142 of 150 rocks. 1 I OYEARS AGO June 1, 1895 - The People's Building and Loan Association guarantees you can make money by saving money. Depositing 60 cents per month will get you $100 in seven and a half years. Seniors' Perspective By Jim Bearss Adult Activities Co-ordinator "Consider well the proportions of things. It is better to be a young June bug than an old bird of paradise." Mark Twain Lucan Area Heritage Chris Doty's play "The Donnelly Trials" will be held at the Lucan Arena Sat., June 25, and Sun., 26 with real jurors. Call Muriel for more informa- tion at 227-4766. Bus tours Aug. 25; Dinner theatre the music of Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, June Carter, and Johnny Cash at the Walters Theatre Barn. Gananoque three days and two nights, Sept. 27, 28, 29; 1000 Islands Boat Cruise, New Holiday Inn and much more. Already people have shown much interest. Call Harry Hardy at 227-4887 or 227-0444, Box 249, Lucan, NOM 2J0 harry@cruiseselloffs.com Firemen's Breakfast All you can eat breakfast at the Crediton Ball Park. Sponsored by the Stephen Township Fire Fighters Association to be held on Sat., June 4, 2005. Hours are 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. After breakfast, plan to attend the Crediton town -wide garage sale. The sponsors assure me there is something for everyone. Exeter Library news (1) Exeter Library now has a baby change table in the family washroom. Thanks to friends of the library and the Municipality of South Huron for this wonderful donation. (2) The library will be closed Tues., June 21 for staff training. The library apologizes for any inconvenience to you. (3) Service Ontario is now accessible at the library. Use the computers at the library to access this informative site. Caven Presbyterian Church: Yard and bake sale. Plan to attend this yearly event that is being held on Sat., June 4, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lots of goodies to choose from. Legion news Department of Veterans Affairs Counselor Deanne Gosselin will be at the Exeter Legion Branch 167 on June 28. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, contact Norm Eveland at 234-6426. At the regular Legion meeting on May 26, the installation of officers for the next year occurred. Bob Reynolds, president, Vera Armstrong, secretary, Rick Smith treasurer, 2nd vice-president Jon Corbett, past president Ron Helm, Sgt. at Arms, Al Flynt and service officer Norm Eveland. Centralia United Church yard and bake sale Come early on Sat., June 11. You may be lucky and find an article you'll want to take to the Antique Road Show at this well-planned yard sale. The interesting baked goods at the sale will beckon you to take some goodies home. For more information contact Dave Elliott, Centralia or Faye Skinner Senior Games entry forms You still have time to pick up an entry form for some senior games. Forms can be picked up at the Municipal Office, Exeter. For more info con- tact June Hodgson at 235-2194. Golf tournament Town and Country Support Services is sponsor- ing a golf tournament on Aug. 6 at the Woodlands Links Golf Club, Clinton ON. Shotgun start at 10 a.m. 18 holes of golf, steak dinner, cash prizes, putting contest and hole in one. Included for the day are prizes for everyone and best ball scram- ble. Experienced and novice golfers welcome. Register early. Get information and registration forms at the Town and Country Support Services, Exeter. ON. Phone 235-0258. Spring Cleaning - Take a break and let us help! Town and Country Support Services can give you a hand with yard work, washing windows, even replacing light bulbs! Our affordable Home Help and Homemaking Services include - vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors, cleaning ovens, laundry and ironing, shopping and errands, meal prepara- tion. For information call Faye or Marg at the Exeter office: 235-0258 or 1-800-563-8246. Huron Tourism Association is sponsoring a fundraiser. Date: June 28 at the Blyth Festival. Your money Jim Bearss gets you a picnic supper catered by Jerry Rader and a ticket to see "The Ginko Tree." For more information, contact The South Huron Chamber of Commerce office at 235-4520 for more informa- tion. What's happening in Grand Bend June 7: Alzheimer Caregiver Support Night; 7 p.m. Conference room at the Grand Bend Area Community Centre. Call Shirley Phillips for details 235-1545. June 9: Celebrate the Trail Day in Grand Bend; 5:30 p.m. at the Lions Pavilion. This fun, free pro- gram includes a walk down the Rotary Trail where you pick up clues to solve a mystery puzzle while learning safety tips. At the end of the walk enjoy a turkey burger dinner and maybe win a door prize! All ages welcome! June 10: Greater Grand Bend Community meet- ing at 4:30 p.m. Grand Bend Municipal office/Council Chamber. June 14: Living with Cancer Support; 7 p.m. Conference Room Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre. Call Pat 786-5290 for details. June 14: Lambton Genealogical Society 20th Anniversary Celebration; Wyoming Library 7:30 pm. Call Janet Kelch at (519) 383-0468. June 15: Grand Bend Lioness Meeting; Last meeting till September. Contact Peg Seller for details. June 16: Diabetes Support Group; 11 a.m. Adult Day Centre Wing, Grand Bend Area CHC 69 Main St. East. Everyone welcome. June 18: Pinery Gobblers annual Hunting Heritage Banquet and Auction, Thedford Arena. Tickets call E. Morenz 243-1797, T. Wales 238- 2771, M. Wildes 294-0374. June 21: Port Franks Garden Club; 6:30 p.m. Tour Loves Nest Inn. Info call Marg 243-1121. June 24: Child Car Seat Check; Unsure about the safety and security of your child/grandchild's car seat? Have it checked today at the Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot. June 25: Big Brothers/Big Sisters Open House; South Huron is hosting an open house at the Exeter Lions Youth Centre at 1 p.m. There will be games, BBQ, prizes and a tour. Bring a friend for an extra chance to win! June 27: Grand Bend Horticultural Meeting; 6:30 p.m. Grand Bend Legion followed by Trillium Winners Walk and refreshments. Home decorating and improvement tips With the holiday season over, our thoughts are turning to freshening up our homes and there is nothing as inexpensive as a coat of paint to make a significant change to the appearance of a room. Studies show that Canadians are spending more time in their homes and are therefore looking to make their living environment as comfortable as possible. Rather than making bolder statements, colours are softer, warmer and more soothing. There has been a strong trend towards "nature" colours for both inside and outside our homes. Wall coverings are another way of changing the appearance of a room. When walls are imperfect and have problems there are paintable papers available at decorating centers, as well as many books to suit everyone's style and taste. Now that spring is here, we anticipate enjoying our decks and outdoor lifestyle. Exterior surfaces should dry out sufficiently from the winter ele- ments before we repaint or stain. Proper prepara- tion is important to the performance of any finish. There are many finishes and sheens of paint available — flat, velvet, eggshell and semi -gloss. Some of the new latex based kitchen and bath product is a very durable and mildew resistant paint. Melamine paint has excellent mar -resis- tance and adhesion to a variety of surfaces and is available in both latex and oil base, suitable for kitchen cupboards, vanities and trim. Even though latex paints are good there are still areas where an oil-based product is required. If you require new flooring or furniture it is wise to check out what is available before choosing your paint colour, preferably in the lighting condi- tions where they will be applied. Letters to the Editor The Times -Advocate welcomes letters to the editor as a forum for open discussion of local issues, concerns, complaint, and kudos. By mail: P.O. Box 850, Exeter, Ontario NOM 1S6 By fax: (519) 235-0766 By e-mail: editor@southhuron.com Please include your name and address. Anonymous letters will not be published.