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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-08-30, Page 5Wednesday, August 30, 2006 Exeter Times -Advocate 5 Opinion Forum News ROSS HAUGH BACK IN TIME I 0 YEARS AGO August 28, 1996 - Anne Marie Evans and Paul Lovie of Exeter were married Saturday afternoon at the Grand Bend Motorplex, where they have spent most of their time during a five year relationship. On the asphalt race track where dri- ver's success is measured in one, one-hundredth of a sec- ond, Anne Marie's vows were timed at 58.12 seconds and Paul's clocked in at 62.03 seconds. Zurich's 31st annual Bean Festival on Saturday attracted an estimated 25,000 peo- ple, that's 5,000 more than a year ago. President Jody Durand described the event as a "raving success" that "started earlier and lasted later." 20 YEARS AGO August 27, 1986 - The guest speaker at the recent Crediton Summerfest ecumenical church service was Major Bill Bowers of the Toronto Harbourlight Salvation Army Centre. He is a brother of Fred Bowers of Crediton. Despite rainy weather, the 21st annual Zurich Bean Festival was a huge success with more than 3,000 bean dinners being served. 35 YEARS AGO August 26, 1971 - As part of Lucan's 100th anniversary celebration, a stage coach running from London to Lucan was ambushed in old west style in Elginfield and Ontario's Agriculture Minister Bill Stewart and Huron MP Bob McKinley were kidnapped at gun point. 45 YEARS AGO August 26, 1961 - Exeter clerk C.V. Pickard caught a good sized small mouth bass near Wingham last week. The catch measured 21 inches in length and weighed four pounds. SHDHS enrollment will jump again this year to about 750 students, 80 more than last year, according to principal H.L. Sturgis. The teach- ing staff has increased to 28. 50 YEARS AGO August 27, 1956 - Judy Snelgrove and Dale Turvey were named Queen and King of the Exeter Kinsmen Summer Playground. Five cadets from SHDHS were members of the company which won the top trophy at Central Command Cadet Camp at Ipperwash this summer. They were Barry Blant, Nick Fedossow, Paul Wilson, Bill Robertson and Rinus Vanderneut. Captain E.D. Howey is chief instructor of the SHDHS Corps. Elizabeth and Diane Knox, twin daughters of Rev. and Mrs. N.D. Knox of Exeter tied for championship honours of the Juvenile girls division at Friday's swim meet. 60 YEARS AGO August 25, 1946 - Messrs. Hector, Vernon and Calvin Heywood leave the forepart of the week to dismantle the building recently pur- chased by the Exeter Board of Education, pre- viously owned by the RCAF. At Achievement Day for Huron 4-H clubs in Clinton, Marion Rundle was chosen to repre- sent Huron county on a free trip to Chicago. E.W. Brady has equipped his new plant on Main street with the most modern machinery and has secured a licence to use the Sanitone method of dry cleaning. 85 YEARS AGO August 26, 1921 -Mr. B.M. Francis attended a Dominion Light Dealers' convention on Monday and Mr. W.J. Beer is in Hamilton tak- ing a course in battery rebuilding. The Huronia Male Choir, under the direction of Roy Goulding with Francis Abbott as reader provided a program in Bayfield on Monday. Mr. George Grant played a couple of numbers on the violin. Charles Godbolt sang two Scotch songs and piano duets were played by Mr. Grant and Mr. Goulding. I I 0 YEARS AGO August 27, 1896 - Ed Willis, son of John Willis of Rodgerville left some time ago to sail up the lakes in a private yacht. Word was received from him once, but since no tidings can be had of his whereabouts, it is feared the yacht has been lost and the party perished. Seniors' Perspective By Jim Bearss ADULT ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR "In Switzerland they had brotherly love, five hundred years of democracy and peace, and what did they pro- duce? The cuckoo clock!" Orson Wells Grandparents Day Social The Villa will be hosting their Annual Grandparents Day Social 011 Sun., Sept. 10 at 2 p.m. Entertainment by Ross Ward the "Canadian Cowboy" Plan to come to the Exeter Villa, 155 John Street East, Exeter for a great fun event. Senior's Monthly Meetings: September is right around the corner and this is a reminder to come to the Exeter Legion the first Tuesday of every month. At 6 p.m. you will partake of a delicious pot -luck supper. Bring your own utensils. A short busi- ness meeting follows the supper, and then you will enjoy a variety of entertainment. Please tell your friends and neighbors about this meeting and it is a great chance to meet new and old friends. For more information, contact Shirley Kirk at 235-0320 or Jane Dearing at 235-0757. Exercise for Senior's: Get Active! Exercise for Senior's will be held at the Exeter Lions Youth Centre, 125 John Street West. Time for this important event is Wednesdays 9 — 10 a.m. You can set your own pace, both men and women welcome. Judy Dougall and Suzanne Strang are your Certified Fitness Instructors. Call (519) 235-0258 to register. Fall/Winter Session is pre -paid $2 per class or Pay -As - You -Go $3 per class. Solo is back: Welcome back all Solo card players. New people, men or women interested in learning to play solo call Sandi at 519-235-0107. Weekly games will start Sept. 13 at 1 p.m. at the Lions Youth Centre 125 John Street West. Important Notice: A Public Forum sponsored by Huron County Housing: When? Wed., Sept. 13, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Registration is at 12:30 p.m. Where? This informative Public Forum will be held at the Legion Hall 56 Kingston Street, Goderich. We are getting near the October deadline for the com- pletion of the Housing Analysis and Recommended Strategies report. As part of the process our consultants will be holding a public forum to apprise those present of the work to date and to gain input from the public. The County of Huron invites all members of the public to attend a forum to learn about the findings of a recent study of housing needs in Huron County. Participants will be asked for their input on what can be done to help meet these needs. Please call Melissa Hamer at Housing Services (519) 482-8505 or 1-888-371-5718 ext. #241 to confirm your attendance. Light refreshments will be served. PARTNERS IN LEARNING is an interesting way for active -minded adults to explore stimulating ideas with others who share your interests. You are invited to an open house on Sept. 13 at the Southcott Pines Clubhouse in Grand Bend to find out more about the 2006 fall pro- gram which starts Sept. 27. Interesting study groups offered this session are "Tip -toeing through the Carolinian Forest", "Architecture Then and Now", "Unsung Canadians", and "Socrates Cafe". For more info, contact Jim Southcott at 519-238-8800 or jsouth- cott@hay.net. Fish Fry: Royal Canadian Legion Branch #167 Exeter is sponsoring a FISH FRY on Sun., Sept. 17. This fine meal will be served from 5 — 7 pm. Entertainment by Lil' Audrey (5 - 8 p.m.) $12 per person and chil- dren under 5 free, 6 —12 $5 and a cash bar for you to enjoy. For tickets call 519-235-2963 or 519-235- 1167. Attention! Membership is $15 per season. Everyone welcome and for more information call 519-235-1167 or 519-235- 1016. What's happening in Grand Bend September 2006? Sept.5 "Beginner Tai Chi" will be held at the Catholic Church, Grand Bend 10:30 a.m. Contact Elaine Wardle 519-238-6321 for more info. Sept. 6 "Grand Bend Golden Ager's luncheon meet- ing" will be held at the Grand Bend Legion. Don't forget shuffleboard Mon & Thurs at 1 p.m. and Euchre every 2nd and 4th Wednesday Sept. 6 "Walking for Life" Diabetes walking program. Time for your walk is 9 a.m. Grand Bend Area CHC. Please contact Aileen Knip 238-1556 ext. 4 Sept. 7 "Grand Bend Food Box orders" are due today $10 for single $15 for family box. Pick up on Wed., Sept. 20 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. People who have difficulty getting around; here's your chance to have yourself an adventure on the Exeter Trails. Herman Steffens 519-235-15558 or Jerry Mathers 519-235-2284 are a couple of the volunteers and please give either one a call to make arrangements for you to get a little closer to nature. NEW Exeter Caregivers Support Group: Exeter Caregivers will be meeting every 2nd Thursday of every month at the Exeter Town Hall in the 2nd Floor Meeting Room afternoons 1-2:30 pm. A time for caregivers to share information and ideas Information: Alzheimer Society of Huron County 482- 1482 or 1-800-561-5012 Life after Death: The monthly VON Bereavement Support program for Widows and Widowers Is being held at Exeter United Church, James Street, Exeter on the last Monday of each month 7-9 p.m. For more information call Kim Winbow 519-235-2510 West NileVirus Fast Facts: Here are some fast facts about West Nile virus: • West Nile first appeared in Ontario in 2001 • The virus is transmitted by mosquitoes that became infected by feeding on an infected bird • Four out of five people bitten by an infected mosquito do not show any symptoms • Of all those who show symptoms, most will experi- ence mild illness including fever, headache, body ache, nausea, vomiting, a rash on the chest, stomach or back • About one in 50 people infected will experience seri- ous symptoms including high fever, severe headache, muscle weakness, stiff neck, confusion, tremors, numb- ness and sudden sensitivity to light • Symptoms usually develop between two and 15 days after being bit by an infected mosquito Back to School Safety: Summer is nearly over and it's time to hit the books again, but make sure you and your kids or grandkids know the dos and don'ts of back -to -school safety. Kids If it's your first day at a new school, make sure you know your teachers full name and how to get to the principal's office in case you need help. Parents Make sure you know the phone number and complete address of your child's school, as well as the principal's name and number. Kids Wait for your bus or ride in a designated spot or a safe place. Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop and for the driver to tell you its okay before you get on. Parents Tell your child to stay at all times on the school bus and to cross the street at least 10 feet in front of the bus when they get off. Kids If you have a cell phone, make sure you turn it on right after school so your parent or guardian can reach you if they need to. Parents Make after-school schedules and carpooling arrangements early and always have a back-up plan. Kids shouldn't walk home from school alone. Kids Play fair and play safe on the play - Jim Bearss ground to make sure no one gets seriously South Huron Chamber of Commerce is SEEK- hurt. ING SURVEYORS Compensation paid per survey �'�{i 57 Parents Get all the proper safety equipment, including helmets, knee pads, reflectors etc. for kids who ride their bikes or skateboard to school. Kids If someone you don't know approaches you on school grounds or on your way home, don't talk to them and, if possible, let an adult know. Parents Don't buy your child clothing or bags with their names on them since strangers can use this infor- mation against them. Kids If your teacher says or does something that makes you feel funny, tell your parent or guardian right away. Parents Make sure you meet the child's teachers and coaches, and if something about them doesn't seem right, check with authorities or police. Parents CODE WORD- Teach them to never go any - See PERSPECTIVE page 6 completed. Help our local economy & earn while you do. Our Business Retention & Expansion program called SHARE (South Huron Alliance for Expansion and Retention) requires people to conduct predefined inter- views in four local business sectors. Training and guid- ance to be provided. For further information, interested parties should leave their contact information at the SHCC office located in Reception of the Ranch House Inn, 414 Main St S, Exeter ON or Call 519.235.4520 or E-mail ofce@shcc.on.ca YOUR COMMUNITY NEEDS YOUR HELP!! Shuffleboard starts Tuesday September 12th. The first day starts off with a pot luck meal at 12 pm. Shuffleboard begins at 1 pm.