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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-02-08, Page 5Wednesday, February 8, 2006 Exeter Times—Advocate 5 Opinion Forum News ROSS HAUGH BACK IN TIME I OYEARS AGO February 7, 1996 - An early Friday morning fire completely destroyed the Shipka area home of Gordon McCurdy and family. The Hay township history books are now ready at the new town- ship office in Zurich during work- ing hours or you can call Glen Thiel. 20YEARS AGO February 5, 1986 - A horned owl was found seeking refuge in the entrance way to the AK Service Centre on Highway 4 , south of Exeter at Devon, Saturday morning. While several area residents report feeling the tremor from Friday's earthquake, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Adams of Carling street found a collector's plate broken on the floor. The quake rumbled up from an epicentre beneath the American shore of Lake Erie at 11:46 a.m. It measured 5.5 on the Richter scale, the most powerful quake ever record- ed in this area. 35 YEARS AGO February 11, 1971 - Two weeks ago, most school students in the district couldn't get home. Since then they have had as much trouble trying to get back to school. High winds, snow, rain and ice have hit the area during the past week to continue to plug many township roads and reduce visibility to the point where travel has been unsafe. Area central schools were re -opened last Wednesday, but blizzard conditions returned Thursday morning and most schools were closed around noon in fear students would again be stranded. 40YEARS AGO February 6, 1956 - Lambton East MLA E.C. Janes predicted this week that the Pinery will be open this summer for limited public use. Town council decided Monday night not to attempt organization of a civil defence unit for this district because of disinterest in the program. 45YEARS AGO February 5, 1961 - Principal H.L. Sturgis told the SHDHS board that he expected next year's enrol- ment to reach between 725 and 750 students, an increase of nearly 100 over present enrolment. A $245,000 sewage program for Exeter has been accepted as a project by the Ontario Water Resources Commission, co-operating closely with council. The commission will advance the project as quickly as possible. It will include construction of a 22 acre lagoon plus 15,000 feet of sanitary sew- ers. Existing storm sewers will be utilized. 60YEARS AGO February 6, 1946 - Five hundred people attend- ed the carnival Friday night at the Exeter arena. Some prize winners for best costumes were Mrs. Wes Ryckman, Shirley Appleton, Marjorie Richards, Sterling Ince, Maxine Reeder, Anne Marie Rivers, Peter Cowen and Mrs. Pickard. Races were won by Tim Stire, Tom Trites, Claudette White, Keith Brintnell, Gordon Price and Mary McKnight. Mr. E. Maurice Quance has rounded out 40 years as a harness maker in Exeter. During that time he has been absent from work on only five occasions. 85YEARS AGO February 5, 1921 - Mr. Ben Makins has purchase the 50 acre farm of Mr. Harry Bierling on the Lake Road. Mr. Bierling has purchased the Exeter north residence of Mr. Henry Rumehr. Mr.S.M. Sanders has purchased the large James Pickard block now occupied on the north side by the Jackson Manufacturing Company and 011 the south side by the Y.P.C.A. Miss Margaret Hanover is this week opening a dressmaking shop in Hartleib's block in Dashwood. Miss Hanover formerly did dressmaking in Buffalo. I I OYEARS AGO February 9, 1896 - Preparations for the new Evangelical Church in Crediton have been delayed some by the thaw, it being impossible to draw sand. Wheat brought 81 cents a bushel yesterday on the Exeter markets. Exeter should establish a horse and stock market day. Several other towns in the county have estab- lished markets and find it profitable to the busi- nesses of the town. Leap year parties in the area are plentiful. Seniors' Perspective By Jim Bearss ADULT ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR Be good and you will be lonesome. Mark Twain Coming Events: South HuronAdultTrade Fair & Information Expo: (1) The 4th Annual Adult Trade Fair & Information Expo is again planned for Wed., June 7 Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the South Huron Rec. Centre in Exeter. Our trade show last year attracted up to 500 people from the local and outlying areas, as well as over 50 exhibitors, continuous live, toe -tapping music, unique activities, and valuable health and other information for the older folks, their friends and families. This year's show promises to be even more successful, with com- mitments from many of the same exhibitors as last year. Come for the information, entertainment and food. Library News: Exeter Library staff will be hosting the annual Patron Appreciation Tea on Sat., Feb. 11 from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. please join us for a visit and some tasty treats. The library continues to receive new books on a regu- lar basis. Check out the displays of new books at the library. Toddler time for children 18 months to 3 years will begin on Feb. 3. Bring your child for some finger games, books, songs and crafts from 10:15 until 10:45. Please register at 235-1890. Euchre Party: Plan to attend a euchre party on Sat., Feb. 11 at the Riverview Estates Community Hall straight east of the Beer Store in Exeter. Time for this event is from 1— 4:30 p.m. $2 per person, lunch and prizes. Come out and enjoy yourself. St. Patrick's Dance: March 4 at the Betty Cardno Centre, Clinton. Music by Ken Scott Tickets $10 each and lunch is provided. Doors open 7:30 p.m. Dancing 8-12 Town and Country Support Services Call 482-9264 or 357-3222. "Where Good Friends Meet" Euchreama: Kirkton Women's Institute is sponsoring two euchrea- mas this winter Thurs., Feb. 16, and March 23. Held at the Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre, Kirkton. The game starts at 10 a.m. and lunch is provided and you have a chance of winning prizes. Contact Jean Copeland. (519) 229-8225 or Helen Shute 229-6159 for more information Alzheimer News: Hensall Support Group is held the 2nd Monday of the month at Queensway Nursing Home from 7 to 9 p.m. for more info please call 482-1482 or 1-800-561-5012 Grand Bend Support Group is held the 1st Tuesday of the month at Grand Bend Community Health Centre from 7 to 9 p.m. for more info please call 482-1482 or 1-800-561-5012 Casino Bus Trip: Dip into your piggybank and have money available for Hiawatha Horse Park & Entertainment, Point Edward on Mon., March 13. Bus leaves the Exeter Legion at 10 a.m. and you will be home by 6 p.m. at night. Cost is $10 per person. For more information and a seat reser- vation, please contact Esther Hillman at (519) 235-1167 The Bonus Round: A Women's Discussion Group on Retirement: Retirement is an important time in life. You have worked hard and now it is time to enjoy yourself! Today's woman has a very different retirement life to look forward to as compared to that of her moth- er's. The Right Path Consulting Group would like to invite women who are thinking about retirement or already retired to The Bonus Round. Join this 6 - week discussion group to find out how your retire- ment is full of choices, to share your experiences with other women and to support one another on the journey to fording a life that is satisfying for you! The topics that will be covered include: how retire- ment is different today, the meaning of work, marriage and family relationships, taking care of others, moving and much more. Come to our first meeting on Thurs., March 2 at 7 p.m. We will meet upstairs at Hansen's Independent Grocer. (The bonus round will meet each Thursday for six weeks at Hansen's. The first meeting is free!), after that $5 per meeting The Right Path Consulting Group is a new business in the area that provides services that help people through transitions in life. Jen (McNeilly) Denys provides retire- ment lifestyle planning; life coaching and other services that help people find the right path. For more information, contact Jen at (519) 294-6345. Visit our website at www.rightpathconsulting.com. What's Happening in Grand Bend for February 2006? Feb. 1 "Living with Cancer Support Group NEW TIME" Now from 2-4 p.m. at the Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre, 69 Main St East. Please join us for support, guidance and an opportunity to share with others. Contact Pat for details 786-5290 Feb. 14 "Grand Bend Women's Probus meeting" starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Grand Bend Legion. Guest speaker Constable Luke George OPP discusses "Women Traveling Alone." Feb. 24 "Mystery Night & Spaghetti Dinner" starting at 5:30 p.m. Port Franks Community Centre. Cost for family of four is $20, 16 years & up $8 per plate. Everyone is welcome! Call Mickey at 243-1136 or Bev. At 243-2297 for more details. Feb. 25 "Huron Country Playhouse Ladies Guild Lunch" starting at noon at the Grand Bend Area CHC. Guest speaker will be Lynda Rapley on the history of Grand Bend and area. Feb. 26 "Bowl for Kids Rodeo Days " will be held at the Lucan Lanes for Big Brothers Big Sisters South Huron. Pledge sheets and Information available by con- tacting 235-3307 or www.shbbs.on.ca Share the Magic! 1-4 p.m. Hydro One's Home Energy Efficiency Grant: GetThe Facts: Find out if your home qualifies for a Home Efficiency Grant from Hydro One. Call the CHHC office at 1-800- 704-6488 or send an email to ttap_ontario@cmhc- schl.gc.ca (ttap underscore) or visit the CMHC web site at www.cmhc.ca to learn more. `Energuide For Houses' is one of the most compre- hensive energy -use assessments available anywhere. The service is completely unbiased and quality assured by the Government of Canada. Give yourself the peace of mind that your home isn't wasting energy and you're not wasting money. For more information visit www. energuideforhouses. gc. ca Planning Ahead: Answers FORYour Preplanning Needs: Can I make my own funeral arrangement now? Today many people are making their own funeral plans. Plans that reflect your wishes and show your family that you care enough to spare them all of the decision-making. Will preplanning protect pricing? Yes! Funeral costs will increase in the future. Arrangements paid now are protected against rising costs. What will my arrangements include? Funeral Planning can include: • Funeral Director Services • Transportation Services • Embalming • Facilities for Visitation • The Ceremony • A Casket • An Urn • Burial or Cremation There are many decisions to be made. By planning now you can give full consideration to all of the possibil- ities. How will I pay? A funeral director may offer monthly payments to fully paid plans. Your funeral planning pro- fessional can help find the plan that suits your budget. By planning ahead you are: • Guaranteed against inflation • Save your family the burden of making decisions • Affordable, flexible payment choices Our Community Believes... Everyone has a role to play in preventing violence against women and children. There are free services in Huron County, such as emergency shelters with counseling and sup- port groups for women, children and men. There are also services that can help you get housing, financial assistance and legal aid. If you are experiencing vio- lence, you are not alone. In our community, there are many people and services working together to keep women and children safe. Where to go in Huron County: • 24-hour Emergency Service 911 • Huron Police Services/OPP 1-888-310-1122 • Women's Shelter, Second Stage Housing and Counseling Services of Huron 1-800-265-5506 • Huron -Perth Crisis Intervention Program 1-888-829-7484 Other Counseling Services: See PERSPECTIVE page 6 Jim Bearss