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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Blyth Standard, 1974-02-06, Page 1VOLUME 84 • NO, 6 'Rutabaga King' dies in Kitchener A.H. WILFORD A Blyth native who became something of a celebrity across the province died Jan. 30 in Kitchener. A.H. Wilford who was born in Blyth on March 16, 1887 and became known as the Rutabaga King died in the Sunnyside Home, Kitchener. Mr. Wilford spent nearly his entire life promoting something or other. In the early 1950's he promoted a trade fair in the Blyth arena that attracted exhibitors and viewers from far and wide. He also became involved with promoting turnips while in Blyth and carried the promotion on elsewhere to the point he gained the nick -name "Rutabaga King". On the birth of Justin Trudcau, Mr. Wilford, who was promoting for the chinchilla growers at the time, sent a chinchilla skin to the Prime Minister and his wife for the baby. He said in a 1969 interview that he ran away from school at 13 and never went back. He tried farming and at 19 bought a warehouse at Wingham and packaged butter and cheese for shipment. He later took a job consolidating small creameries into a large marketing pool for the Saskatchew- an government and then went on to organize the Ontario Egg Pool. In the early 1930's, Mr. Wilford went into publishing when he purchased Trade and Transporta- tion, a Toronto magazine. He ran it full-time for 10 years and occasion- ally published an issue until he was into his 80s. At one time, he said he once promoted Durham county turnips so well their price rose from 25 cents to $1.25 a bushel. He travelled through the United States with his car packed with bushels of turnips and made ceremonious presentations to mayors and governors. He called his turnips "Rutabaga - the concentrated sunshine from Ontario." While rutabaga is a Swedish - turnip and doesn't grow in Durham County, Mr. Wilford said the name was interesting so he used it and it earned him. the title, King of the Rutabagas. He lived in Toronto for many years and was official welcomer at Timothy Eaton United Church. His wife died in 1966 and he moved to London, Ont. and then to Kitchener and began doing a television show promoting "Canadian products for Canadian people" on CKCO•TV, Channel 13. He started Canada House, a one-man organization promoting Canadian commercial goods. He acted as a goodwill ambassador for Fairview Park shopping centre and once played Santa Claus for the mall for a week when the regular Santa didn't show up. He started a photo-marketorium in Kitchener and Toronto in 1969 to help small Canadian manufacturers get in touch with foreign trade delegations. He believed photo- graphs were the only way small manufacturers could make contact to export their goods. He never stopped promoting. Once when the Queen visited London, Ont., Mr. Wilford made his way through security by saying he was from Canada House and he had a presentation to make to the Queen. He walked right up to the Queen and presented her with a rutabaga. Stan Young, administrator of Sunnyside Home, called Mr. Wilford the home's ambassador. Whenever visitors came to the home, Mr. Wilford would meet them at the front door, show them a "warm, friendly welcome" and offer to take them on a tour. He also arranged for choirs and slide presentations for residents and promoted residents' bus trips to other homes in Ontario by telephoning the news media and the police chief to arrange a "police escort" for the bus. Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 1 in Kitchener with burial in Wingham. He was the last surviving member of his family. Long council session deals with delegations The longest council meeting in required to do paper work tor the years for Blyth council took place sewer project. The trustees promis- Monday night, but despite the ed to take the request back to the length of the meeting, there was Board. little startling news to report, Councillor Bill Howson brought The meeting started earlier than up the subject of the holding of usual at 7:15 and adjourned four kindergarten classes on the stage and a half hours later after hearing of the school auditorium and was several delegations and reports. told by Mr. Henderson that First on the list were John projections showed there would be Henderson and Ken Cooke, the no class on the stage next year. In local representatives on the Huron reply to Councillor Howson's County Board of Education. The complaint of too few recreation trustees had been asked to come to facilities Mr. Henderson said that the meeting by council to answer after this year there would have questions about the conditions at been more money spent per pupil Blyth Public School, In regards to on recreation at Blyth school than the problems encountered with the any other. septic tank system at the school, A question about lack of library Mr. Cooke said that the board is facilities brought the news from not happy with the situation but Mr. Henderson that the Board had that it's no worse than the situation a program underway which would in many back yards in the village bring library facilities to every when there is a heavy rainfall or school in the county in the next snow run-off which raises the couple of years. He said that watertablc. students would also have access to Mr. Henderson says the board is shop and home economics facilities now having the holding tank at the too with students at schools without school pumped out whenever it is such facilities being bussed to full and that this is costly but seems schools where there were facilities. to be the only solution. He said "I'm sure you realize that it there seemed little sense in digging takes time to do some of these up the present system acid laying a things," Mr. Henderson said, He new one when Blyth would have said the board had had difficulties sanitary sewers in the near future this past year because of spending and there was no guarantee the ceilings but that the ceilings looked new system would work better to be a little better for 1974. anyway. Mrs. R.W. Street was in the Councillor John•Manning said he audience for the meeting and asked Understood the problems involved about the problem of crowding of since in his experience, he had school buses travelling to Central seen the sub -soil in the village Huron Secondary School in Clinton. become progressively more satur-, Mr. Henderson said the Board had- ated over the past couple of years. studied the problem and found it He said what 'he was interested in would require at least seven extra was receiving the help of the Board buses in the county to mean that all in trying to exert pressure on the students were able to have a scat Department of the Environment to on a bus. This would cost a speed up the lengthy period considerable amount, he said. He WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1974 wondered just how serious the problem was, however, "When we went to school we walked didn't we?" he asked, A group of local young people was represented before council describing a recycling program they would like to see carried out. The progratn would involve drop- off centres where Blvth and area CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Council to try to get licence office Despite a rebuff from the Ministry of Transport and Comm- unications, Blyth council moved Monday night to push ahead with their attempt to gain a licence issuing office for Blyth. Council had written the Ministry after their last meeting asking for such an office and received a letter back stating that a survey showed that revenue for a licencing office in a village such as Blyth would likely be only about $2400 per year and the experience of the Ministry was that few people were willing to provide facilities and work for this amount. The letter said that Ministry officials could not see setting up a Blyth office. Councillor John Manning said he felt the letter was a rap on the knuckles to the Blyth council in the hope they'd drop the subject. He felt council should pursue the matter further and other councill- ors agreed with him when he said he felt there were many people in Blyth interested in about that amount of money. He felt it was not only a matter of getting a part-time job for some resident, but of providing a service for the people of Blyth and the surrounding district who now have to travel miles out of their way to get a licence. The council voted to ask the Ministry how to go about setting up a local licence bureau. William Manning, Blyth's rep- resentative on the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority was pres- ent at the meeting and presented a lengthy report on the activities of the Authority. Membership in the Authority cost Blyth residents less than $1.00 each, he stated' and said that the Authority was not giving any direct benefit to the village but that the Authority was a little like preventative maintenance. He said the budget for the Authority for 1974 is more than $270,000. Mr. H. Schoonbeek was present . at the meeting asking for a licence 'to operate a taxi service into Blyth. The plan calls for a central dispatching base between Clinton and Seaforth with about six cars to serve the arca from Goderich to Wingham to Mitchell. Council shelved the matter until the next meeting because they were not sure they wanted to make a decision that might prevent others from offering a. similar service within the village itself. Morris council begins planning progress Morris township council made the first move last week to bring planning to the township. Gary Davidson, county planning director was present at the meeting held Wednesday and discussed the procedure for setting up planning and zoning. A resolution was passed asking the county to have a secondary plan prepared. Morris now joins a long line of municipalit- ies awaiting planning aid from the county office, Carman, Craig, Bruce Richmond and Charles Crawford from the Blyth Lions Club were present and discussed having, a meeting with other municipalities about the proposed swimming pool in Blyth. A grant of $50 was given to the Huron County Plowmen's Associa- tion and grants of $10 were given to the Ability Fund, The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada, the Mental Health Association and St. John's Ambulance, A by-law appointing the County Weed Inspector as inspector in the township, was passed. The report on the Blyth Creek Drain will be considered at 1 p.m. on March 4. Glen Casemore was appointed livestock valuator for the north half of the township. General accounts of $875.52 and road accounts of $4,173.74 were approved for payment. Winter Carnival parade Craig Miller and Betty Konarski, the Prince and Princess of Hullett Central School in Londesboro ride in a convertible in the Clinton Winter Carnival parade held Saturday. The Carnival continues this week with snowmobile races on Sunday. [Clinton N•R photo] Editorials Let's end the fighting Bitterness is growing on all sides over the current battle between teachers and school boards over salary negotiations. Separate Schools here in Huron -Perth were closed the early part of this week and in other areas public and secondary schools were also closed. Parents arc bitter because they feel their children are being used as pawns. Teachers are bitter because they feel they are bearing the brunt of government education cost ceilings. Teachers who went on strike (or resigned as is the proper term) are bitter toward those who didn't, feeling they are traitors, yet some of these teachers stayed on the job because they conscientiously thought they could not leave the children without teachers. Bitterness is sure to grow if the provincial government proceeds with its plan to ban mass -resignations as a bargaining technique by teachers. Surely, there must be a better way. The adversary system in Canadian labour negotiations is certainly one of the most outmoded and costly monstrosities in the nation. Yet no one, neither government, nor labour nor management, seems to be putting much effort, thought or money into trying to find some alternative. While the unions, whether it be teachers or garbagemen or mailmen, battle for a few dollars more in their pay cheque, the general public is put through considerable trouble and expense trying to do without their services. Teachers arc really less necessary for a short period of time than other professions, but still, innocent children are being used as a bargaining tool. Surely the teachers, as bright and well-educated as they are, can conic up with a better solution. Surely the provincial government with its thousands of employees can put someone on the job of trying to find a better way to solve disputes. It's time to stop fighting long enough to find a solution to preventing future tights. When do the answers come A study was released in Ottawa recently suggesting some possible answers to the transportation problems caused in this area by the cancellation of rail service more than two years ago. The first question that can be asked of the study is: why did it take so long? The study is carefully billed as.just that, a study, with a list of ideas, not proposals or answers to the problem. Why did it take so long to bring out such a flimsy report? As usual, it seems the Ottawa beurocrats have done things backward. First they cancel the train service and then they try to find an alternative at their leisure years later. Why was the train service not ordered continued until a solution to the transportation problems of the area was in action. The Canadian Transport Commission can't really care too much about what goes on in Western Ontario or they would have made a better effort than it has to come up with some answers, not just flimsy suggestions. The reluctant bridegroom it would make a great script for a hilarious movie. There they were on television, the black natives of a Carribean island colony waving a tiny maple leaf flag and shouting, "This is your future flag" to wild cheering from the audience. There were school children in their tropical school house singing 0 Canada (the true north strong and free?). And there were the Canadian government officials trying to dodge the question of a possible marriage of Canada and the tiny Turks and Caicos islands and newspaper editorials warning against such a union. The whole thing, of course, started out as a bit of a joke, but now the possible union of the tiny British colony of 6000 persons and massive northern Canada has moved beyond the joke stage. The islanders, you see, really want the union and we in Canada with our traditional inferiority complex just don't know what to do. Why would this little colony utiles away want to be a part of Canada? Why not a part of the rich and glorious United States which is much closer? We just don't know what to make of it. Ironically, on some Carribean Islands Canada is being branded imperialistic for the activities of some of our businesses in the area. But here is an island that wants to become a part of Canada and Canadians are backpeddling like a suitor faced by a future father-in-law with a shot gun. Certainly there are some things that make one hesitant about such a union: particularly the fact that neither they, nor us, know much about the other's way of life. But at the same time there are many benefits to some sort of arrangement between the two countries if the islanders want such an arrangement. Perhaps this should not be a union but at least a common market arrangement. At least we could stop laughing and try to help the islands that obviously want our help. THE BLYTH STANDARD KEITH & JILL ROULSTON, Co -Publishers Published every Wednesday at Queen St. Blyth, Ontario Subscription rates (in advance) Canada $6.00 Outside Canada $7.00 Single copies: 15 cents each Authorized as second class mail by Canada Post Office. Registration Number 1319. Box 10, Blyth, Ontario Telephone 523-9646 From My Window On growing up BY SHIRLEY J. KELLER 1t has been quite a while since I've visited in your homes with you, During the Christmas -New Year rush, I began a holiday which took me and my family to sunnier climes in Florida, it was a great holiday and one which I hope 1 can relive one day soon. Everyone in the family went except our oldest son. He remained at home to grow up. Of course, he didn't think of it that way, but that is What it turned out to be - a growing process for him and a conditioning process for me, When we were planning the trip, it was evident our eldest would not go with us. In his final year of high school he felt he could not afford the time away from class, and of course, I applauded him for his sensible attitude toward his schol- astic success; But 1 must admit I was reluctant to leave him. Whether it was the pangs of motherhood or the recollection of my own youthful exhuberancc while mom and dad were away, I do not really know. All I admit is that I was hesitant about travelling 1500 miles away and leaving my son to fend for himself. "Let go of those apron strings, Shirley," my husband admonish- ed. "He's 18. According to the law, he's an adult. He's finishing school and leaving home this fall, Get used to the idea he's growing up and going out of the nest." That seemed like sane and sage advice, so throwing caution to the wind I agreed to go to Florida without him...and leave by boy alone. Strangely enough, I was not worried about him while I was gone, I was so wrapped up in my own pleasure, I completely forgot my concern for my son. It was a good thing too. I could have made myself miserable while all the time, our eldest was doing marvellously by himself, The day we arrived home, unannounced, was about two days earlier than planned, I was ready for the worst when I opened the door. To my utter relief, the house was absolutely normal - maybe cleaner than usual. The dishes were done. The sinks were cleaned, The basement had been tidied up. The records were neatly stacked. The fridge was clean as a whip. The stove was gleaming. And our eldest was at school. Complete order all round. When our son did arrive home, he assured us he was glad to see us, that he was tired of the responsibility and the routine which accompanies the manage- ment of a home. He did say, however, he had enjoyed his experience, that he understood our problems in maintaining a house- hold and working at the same time that he respected our views now on several matters which he previous- ly had not understood and that he had learned a great deal about life and living. "The prices!" he raved. "The prices are terrible. I don't know how you and dad do it. 1 thought you'd left me plenty of stoney, that I wouldn't need nearly all of it. Do you know that I'm almost out of money and that in another few days i wouldn't have had any?" I commented on the cleanliness of the house. I asked if the cleaning lady had been in regularly. My son fold me he'd cancelled her services until I returned. "1 figured that with just me here I could keep the place clean," he beamed proudly. "I think I did a pretty good job. I had a routine. If you would have come home tomorrow, I'd have had the dusting done, Tonight's niy night to dust." Was he hungry, 1 wanted to know. "No," he shrugged, "Remind me to give you my recipe for chili. It is really great, I make a mean bowl of chili. I even gave a dinner party while you were gone, Everybody ate and ate so it trust have been good." So there you have it, friends. After years of ranting and raving, lecturing and loving, talking and teaching, they boy has given way to a man. What a glorious feeling. What a lesson Learned • for both of US. pFTpr TNL T'RnFFic SRY ASSERTT 3ft7rrec T Tk 37 .4 5A11»6F !' CROSSWORD PUZZLE ACROSS 1. Light wood 6, Indian state 11, Spirit in ..The Tempest" 12. Beamed 13, Banshee's relatives 15, Bikini part 16. Pasture 17. Dress 20. Pitfall 23. Taj Mahal city 25. Hot-air artist 29. Gaelic war cry (3 wds.) 31, Of the season be- fore Easter 32, Corner 33, Surrounded by 35, Geological time division 36, Beard on wheat 39. Buddhist sect 41. Cudgels from Cork 47, Sweet stuff 48. Playboy's malady 49. Behave theatrically 50. Intimidate DOWN 1, Remainder (abbr. ) 2. "--you with me?" 3, Back talk 4, One of Tito's people 5. Watchful 6. Residue 7. Shinto temple 8. Kind of food 9. Boleyn 10. High plateau 14. Char 17. Chinese weight unit 18. Bug bear 19. Broad smile 21. Eccle- sias- tical vest- ment 22, Mores- by or Royal 24. Atee- rchi- 'DAY'S ANSWER tuiral pier 26. Ending for silver or glass 27, Ger- V man river 28. Fttght- less bird 30. Jewel 34. Erased 36. Tennis champ 37, Pronoun often misused 38. Boxing's Benvenuti 13 40. Zola novel 42. Allow 43. Caustic sub- stance 44. African antelope 45. Barbarian 46. Hold a session e 9 10 yIMO 18 I/1121il 23 ZS ■�i®� 17 29 31 3b 37 41 47 49 30 3z 33 34 %///%i j� 38 39 40 43 5 16. THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB. 6, 1974, PG.3. Writers argue against recreation cost sharing The Editor: Concerning your article in the January 30 paper entitled, "Time to Start Sharing Costs", I disagree with this column entirely. You state that most of the people who might have to pay 10 mills more on their taxes in Blyth would not use the pool. However, I would like you to consider that maybe you could be wrong in suspecting that the country people would have more use for it. If there is such a big percentage in the rural arca who don't use it then why should we pay for it? Most of the rural young people north of the 8th concession in Morris township wouldn't use the pool. Any young people in this part of Morris either swim in the river, swim in the Brussels pool, or swim at the park in East Wawanosh, Many of the rural youths in Morris learned how to swim in Brussels. East Wawanosh youths swim at the park west of Belgrave, Also who can guarantee that the rural youths will have just as much time in the pool as the Blyth youths? I have heard rumors which state that at the present pool the Blyth youths arc refusing to let the rural youths use it. i can't see the situation changing just because the rural people help to pay for the building of the pool. This has been shown before concerning Blyth versus the rural people. The Hall was not buili by Blyth people alone. Blyth canvased the surrounding area for donations but now the town has more right to use the hall than the rural people. It is quite possible that the rural people helped build the arena, also. Also you don't realize that if the farmers of the rural areas did not buy in the Blyth stores that Blyth would eventually die. Also if you expect the surrounding townships to help pay for town expenccs that this would be nearly impossible! Morris township would have to help pay for recreations in Walton, Brussels, Jamestown, Bluevale, Wingham, Belgrave and Blyth. East Wawa - nosh would have to pay Wingham, Belgrave, Blyth, Auburn, and Whitechurch. If the township councils give into one demand then they must give into more demands. 1 do NOT like your statement "the rural municipalities freeload". As I have stated before much of Blyth's customers are rural "freeloaders". However, have you ever considered that maybe you and other urban residents "freeload" off the rural municipalities? Do you help to pay for road repair since most of you use the rural roads? Urban people come out to the rural area for a Blyth Euchre has good turnout Twelve tables were in play at the weekly euchre party at Blyth Memorial Hall Monday night. High lady was Mrs. Edna Hackwell. The lady with the most lone hands was Mrs. Bert Shobbrook and the low lady was Mrs. Harold Cook. Charlie Nicholson was the high man. Floyd Buehlow had the most lone hands for the men and Mrs. Rena Watt, playing as a man, won the low prize. There will be. another euchre as usual next Monday. picnic and leave the countryside looking as if a garbage truck had an accident which hadn't been cleaned up yet. Maybe urban residents should pay to clean the country- side. Also 1 wonder how many residents of Blyth go to the East Wawanosh park to swim? I think you would be surprised at the number! I disagree with your statement, "Most recreation facil- ities such as the arena and the proposed swimming pool are used by more people from outside the village boundaries than from within", Most rural youths which use YOUR arena come from the region IMMEDIATELY surround- ing Blyth. However, the majority of residents in East Wawanosh and Morris have the choice of the Belgrave, Brussels or Wingham arena. I disagree with your statement, "Most residents of the rural area around Blyth, we're sure, would not begrudge the extra few dollars a year it would take to pay their share of the bills". The rural residents are having a hard time to make ends meet without the unnecessary expense of the pool. Most rural residents are so busy during the day that they haven't the time to take their children into town, Also the life of a rural youth is more busy than the life of an urban youth. The rural people are keeping you in business. Compare the number of subscribers from Blyth to the rest and see which has more. I do think that it is a good Pleads for case music course project for some people, Why don't you ask for donations from interested people and then see how much more you must find to build the pool. The people who want a pool will help pay for it and they should pay more than an uninter- ested person. In your article entitled, "A Welcome Move" is it possible that the rural regions will help pay for it? I think it is a good idea in this case to share costs but I think it must also be realized that Blyth residents should not have the first chance to live in the building. it should be decided by the need o1 the person. In your article, "Poor showing at first centennial meeting" you make the point that now is the time to plan for it. I agree but do you think the rural areas surrounding Blyth should help to finance it? Even if 10,000 or 12,000 persons attend what benefit is it to the rural people. All interest should be shown by the, businessmen of Blyth because they are the ones that will benefit. in the article entitled, "Board of Trade Annual meeting Feb. 12" it appears by your article that the businessmen have lost interest in their town's future. If the owners of the stores lack interest then why should rural people have interest in the future of Blyth. If any merchant reads this letter I hope they will take interest in their town's The Editor, An open letter to music lovers 1 write this letter to you because I feel that you should know what might not happen this year. It has been my hope for many years that the administration of Central Huron Secondary School would offer a music course. I felt i had the backing of many parents and students in this community in my efforts to have such a course introduced. This year, our principal, Mr. Homuth not only agreed to have a music program if enough students signed up, but he also gave me time to visit the grade VIll classes and tell them about the program. The amount of interest shown in the Public schools I visited was very encouraging, despite the fact that students were urged not to indicate interest unless they were seriously considering the music course. In a typical case, Clinton Public School, 20 students indicat- ed definite interest in a choral music program, 11 in an instru- mental program, and 9 in a combination of instrumental and choral music. Over all schools, my pre -survey showed enough inter- ested students for at least 5 classes of music. The proposed music course for next year at C.H.S.S. is a choral program with the promise of an instrumental program to be introd- uced the year following if enough interest is shown. We are now well into registra- tion. Again, Clinton Public School is typical; of the 40 students who said they were definitely interested in some form of music class, a disappointing small number (only 6) signed up. Unless we have enough students for at least 3 classes there may not Clinton -Blyth ladies bowling league results Yvonne Youngblut scored a 712 triple to lead bowlers in the Clinton -Blyth Ladies' League last week. Mary Davey had a 222 average and Trudy Hill a'324 single. The Busty Beauties lead the league with 20 points followed by Slow Pokes with 18, Teatotalers with 16, Six Pin Pals with 16, Alley Cats with 14, Swinging Mamas with 13, Happy Hookers with 12 and Boo -Bons with 11. be any music next year, and 1 can say with almost absolute certainty, that music will never be offered in our school again, at least for years to come. Having worked with many of the youth of this area in choirs and musicals, I feel that this will be a great loss. We have much musical talent that needs to be developed. Your sons and daughters deserve the same educational opportunities as children in cities. The students of C.H.S.S. have been given a chance, this year, for music, 1 hope they take it. A concerned teacher, George Cull. • Gifts hymn the Wart for )i)Iir centennial, The centennial will benefit from it and it may make Blyth better known and create business for Blyth. Also if the merchants have no interest in Blyth then why should people invest money in Blyth which you suggested in "Behind the Scenes". It would appear to me to be a very bad investment. Yours truly, Donna Nicholson RR 4, Brussels ED. NOTE: Far be it from us to quash healthy discussion before it gets started but: 1. We are talking about sharing the costs of operating the pool, not building it. The building of the pool would be through donations. 2, We arc not suggesting cost sharing only for Blyth, but for all recreation programs in the county - whether in Blyth, Brussels, Wing - ham or elsewhere, 3. There is no cost to anyone in forming a senior citizens' club and very little cost (and that to the village) to senior citizens' apart- ments. 4. Statistics show that 55% of those taking swimming lessons through the Blyth program (in Clinton pool) last year came from outside the village. 5. There has been no discussion what -so -ever of asking rural residents to help pay the cost of centennial plans except through. any donations they may wish to give, Dear Editor: In reply to your editorial oh page two of last week's paper, referring to the rural municipal council's guarding the purse strings jealous- ly, it is very easy to critize when you look at a problem from one side. We that live several miles from town have considerable expense just to get to your village. While we are there we spend money in your stores, shops and mills. If the village doesn't want to supply recreational facilities, then we will go elsewhere. We have been paying more than our share to urban centres for fire protection and sanitary waste disposal for years and it seems very narrow minded to suggest that rural people are freeloaders. 1 would suggest that our rural councils have very intelligent representatives on your recreation- al board and if it is the way you describe it, we would be better to leaye you alone and go somewhere else. We on the farms have our own swimming holes. In some cases it is the urban people who smash the beer bottles at these swimming areas and cause the hazards of cut feet. I think we are willing to pay for our children's instructions and lessons if you can see fit to supply the facilities. Leonard Archambault YOUR LAST CHANCE If you are interested in Senior Citizens' Housing for Blyth this is your last chance to fill in your survey form. All forms must be returned to Ontario Housing Corporation by Feb. 10. If you do not have a form and would like one, please contact: Larry Walsh, Clerk -Treasurer, Village of Blyth. 1l,811.' ),4*00;t6 RIGHT ON TARGET CHOCOLATES Smiles 'n' Chuckles Assortment of shapes and sizes JEWELLERY For any Occasion WATCHES CHAINS BROOCH SETS EARRINGS Both pierced and clip r. FROM + Vida Blyth ��wrrvow -_ rrr PG.4, THE BLYtH STANDARD, FEB. 6, 1974. Maurice Bolyer, right, who plays the banjo on CBC television's Tommy Hunter Show, was the delighted recipient of an RPM Gold Leaf Award to mark the sales success of his Golden Banjo Classics record album and stereo tapes. It's the first time that anyone on the show had achieved a Gold Leaf Award and Tom himself made a formal presentation to Maurice on a recent Tommy Hunter Show. Witnesses hold convention "Complete victory for God at Armageddon is no mere quaint story, said Laurence Gray, District Supervisor of Jehovah's Witnesses. Addressing an audience of 1610 at the John Diefenbaker Secondary School in Hanover this past Sunday, Mr. Gray spoke on the subject, "Be Confident of Divine Victory." His listeners heard him say, "that with a human victor in war, a new rulership is often as bad or worse than the former. Not so with God," he said. "God is not motivated by greed for territory or more people to exploit. He is already a loving universal ruler deserving of our worship." Explaining the need for Christ- ians to be certain of their confidence in God the speaker stated, "when our relationship to Jehovah is the thing of greatest importance, we will make every effort to strengthen it." In his concluding remarks, Gray urged all in attendance, "not to allow the anxieties of life or the desires for material possessions to Rec. Committee meets The regular meeting of the Blyth Municipal Recreation Committee was held on January 30, with a good attendance. On motion of Rudy Lcibold and Bill Howson it was decided to have the list of requirements as specified by the Huron County Health Unit attended to at the arena as soon as possible. On motion of Bill Howson and Joe Hunking the recreation comm- ittee will provide the hall and facilities to the senior citizens organizational meeting on Febru- ary 6. Mr, Hubbard, named his comm- ittee members for the year as follows: Arena, Bill Howson, Robert Marshall, Rudy Lcibold, Joe Hunking; Hall, Keith Webster, Chas, Shaw, Rudy Leibold, Marg- aret Brooks; Parks, George Hagg- itt, Murray Scott, Chas. Shaw; Programming, Margaret Brooks, Joan' Campbell, Keith Webster; Teen Town, Robert Marshall, Bill Howson. cause one to lose sight of the coming victory and New Order. Make decisions and guide your life with divine victory in full view," he said. Earlier in the day 30 newly ordained ministers were baptized by complete immersion in water to symbolize their dedication to serve their God Jehovah. The Saturday evening program was completely devoted to the evangelistic work of the Witnesses and how their love for one another abounds in every facet of their lives. A highlight of the evening, "Have Love For The Whole , Association of Brothers", illustrat- ed the need for total unity among all dedicated servants of God. The Witnesses are certain that this present system of things is rapidly drawing to a close and Christian activity is urgently needed for survival. Mr. Adam Hack, presiding minister of the local congregation said that there was unanimous approval of the complete program by all attending delegates. SUNDAY, FEB. 10 HEAR MISS COLLAR TNfVole TNCiwarr lc /(.. PP SAYS : k "ow your w/.,DSa/fLD, 6R/MF Dor; NOT PAy " CHRISTIANS! Israel a nation again as prophesied in The Word of God. The great sign of the coming of The Lord Jesus [in person] to rule the world from Jerusalem. Are you ready? For free information about this overlooked Gospel message write "Ask", P.O. Box 221, Weston, Ont. A MISSIONARY HOME FROM ISRAEL PLUS SPECIAL MUSIC - LADIES DUET WESTFIELD FELLOWSHIP HOUR - 2 P.M. HURON MEN'S CHAPEL, AUBURN - 8 P.M. Evil Prevails When Good Men Do Nothing CROSSWORD PUZZLE ACROSS 1. Vidal 5, Other 9. Sun-dried brick 11. Auctioneer's word 12, Of no interest or concern (slang) (3wds.) 14, Farm 15. Loop 16. Ending for differ or insist 18. Eves 22. Open- mouthed 27. Citation Macduff .." (2 wda, ) 29. Suit material 30. Revise 31. Managed 33. Simian 36. Atelier 41, Get some shuteye (3 wds.) 43. Bancroft 44. Ornamenta- tion 45. Frijole 46. "City of Otherly Love" DOWN 1. Work crew 2. Fragrance 3, Church court 4. Black, to a poet 5, common suffix 6. Place for milady's earring 7, Do in 8. Favorable margin 10. Create 13. Bard's even 17. Gifted 18, "What that ?" 19. Be in- debted for 20. Dili - feature _1 2. 3 9 9 12. 14 e''A. A/ 18 19 20 21 27 29 21, Work unit 23, School of whales 24, Favor- able vote 25, "- my word!" 26. Dis- continue 32. Hardwood 33, The Pequod's captain 34, Long 35. Spirit lamp 37. Consumer TODAY'S ANSWER 4,, // 1 5 35 4 9 31 38. Freshwater fish 39. Sacred picture 40. Gumbo (var.) 42, Knockout count 5 6 7 8 10 16 31 41 13 L2 23 oyi 44 4b 8 25 2 /1 59 40 CHURCH OF GOD McConnel Street, Blyth CHURCH SERVICE: 11 a.m. 1 1 1 1 i.._.._,._.._.. THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA REV. FRED CARSON Blyth - 10 a.m. Brussels - 11:30 a.m. Auburn & Belgrave - 1 p.m. THE UNITED CHURCH i OF CANADA THE REV. CECIL L. WITTICH i. i Sunday School - 9:50 a.m. i 1. Worship Service - 11 a.m, i • Everyone Welcome i CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH TED HOOGSTEEN PASTOR Morning Worship - 10 a.m. Afternoon Worship - 2:30 p.m. The Church of the Back To God Radio Hour, CHOK 1070, 8:30 a.m. WESTFIELD FELLOWSHIP HOUR REV. RON CURL MINISTER 523.9263 Family Bible Study Hour .1 p.m. Family Worship Service -2 p.m. INTERDENOMINATIONAL • ALL WELCOME i1_•._•1_•._•,_.1_.1_.._•,_•1_•._.1_.._.1_•1_,._.1_.1_.._,1,.•1_..x.._.1" 1 THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA AUBURN & DONNYBROOK i PASTOR ALFRED FRY Donnybrook - 9:45 a.m. Auburn • 11:15 a.m. We preach Christ, Crucified, Risen,' and corning again. A Welcome Awaits You S ST. MICHAEL'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH REV. D.J. McMASTER BLYTH Mass at Blyth every Sunday at 9 a.m, Cost and risks are high in the beef business, According to an Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food study of 24 feedlot enterprises in southern, western and central Ontario, feedlot operators in 1972 made an average of $8,72 for every 100 pounds of live beef they produced, before expenses such as allowances for their own labour, equity capital and management costs. Total direct expenses • including feeding, marketing and trucking, veterinary care and medicine, bedding and miscellaneous Items • averaged $20.08 for each 100 pounds the animals gained. Total general and depreciation expenses on that 100 pounds amounted to $7.51, making the total average cost to the operator, for each 100 pounds of gain, $27.59. The average value of each 100 pounds of live beef produced was $36.31, leaving $8.72 in revenue for the farmer. Agricultural Tidbits WITH ADRIAN VOS It is my fond hope that our doctors will read this item I am about to write, At the U. of Georgia, research has indicated that saturated fatty acid, which raises blood cholesterol, is not even present in meat fat. The primary fatty acid that is in meat fat (caproic) actually lowers blood cholesterol and blood pressure. On top of this comes the statement from Dr. Michael De- Bakey, the famous heart transplant surgeon, that only about 30 per cent of heart patients have any cholesterol abnormality. He said that diet is not a specific cause of heart disease, stating, 'We don't know the cause and we need to take a much saner attitude toward diet in relation to the disease, since it is obvious that diet, as far as 65 per cent to 70 per cent of the patients are concerned, has not been related or associated with the disease in our experience," Then from Dr. Raymond Reiser, Texas A & M University, that saturated fats do not by any criterion, elevate cholesterol to high risk levels, if indeed they raise it at all. Dr; Sherman of the Meat Board thought it more likely that we insufficient crude fiber that that we cat too much saturated fat. He said that there is considerable evidence that dietary fiber •• whole cereal grains, roughage of fruits, vegetables •• lowers blood cholest- erol. Just seen in the daily press that the agricultural outlook conference doesn't expect food cost to go down. We, as farmers have known this all along. It can't come down at the farm level, for then production would decrease and the price increase. It can't go down at the transportation Second Huron FCC lawyer At a meeting between Brian Ducharme, special assistant to Federal Agriculture Minister Eu- gene Whelan, and Doug Fortune, President of the Huron County Federation of Agriculture, Mr. Ducharme announced that the Farm Credit Corporation is appoin- ting a second solicitor in Huron county. This action is the result of a resolution passed at the January meeting of the Huron Federation, where members protested the long delays in finalizing FCC loans. Mr. Ducharme stated, that immediately upon receipt of the solution, Mr, Whelan and representatives of FCC investigated the problem in Huron County and decided to take this action, The Ione solicitor for FCC in Huron county now is Mr. I W.J.E. Parker of Goderich. The name of the new appointee will be released in the near future. RURAL ROUNDUP level, for fuel prices went up as well as truck prices, and wages won't come down. Restaurant prices can't come down because wages and other inputs went up. Retail prices won't go down for the same reasons. It appears to me that low income people must have some help to pay for the higher food cost. But I'm afraid that high income people, professional people and some high paid union members will not be willing to sacrifice anything. Then, if the food cost goes up, they'll demand more money, which in turn will result in higher food cost. Calves should be raised w four weeks of age before they arc sold. according to Dr. R.A. Willoughby of the University of Guelph, He was speaking at the 100tH meeting of the Ontario Veterinary Associ:;tion in Toronto, It was pointed out that if the primary producer of the calf was to keep it at one residence until it was one month of age it would be much more resistant to disease, The highest Mortality tisk is within the first 13 days of a calf's life. Dr. Willoughby milt on to say that if a produces' wanted to spend his disease control money to good advantage that it would be in this area of activity. It really necessitates getting back to the basics of calf rearing. Over the past 20 or 30 years there has been no dramatic evolutionary change in management skills. ! (.'anadian farmers are facing a happy prospect of a record $4.6 billion income in 1974• a total . that is more than twice the amount they received two years ago, W.L. Porteous, director of Statistics Canada's agriculture division, predicted Tuesday. He told the annual Canadian agricultural outlook conference that the income forecast is up $1.6 billion from 1973 and more than $2 billion from 1972, both record figures, His prediction, he said, was based on these asS►lillptiuns: --Initial Canadian Wheat 'Board payments at 1973-74 levels: --Final Canadian Wheat Board payment for 1973.74 will be paid in 1974: --Deferred income from grain sales will be higher in 1974 than in 1973; and •-North American meat demands will remain at levels similar to those in 1973. On this basis, gross cash income should total about $9,6 billion but skyrocketing farm expenses, predicted at about 55 billion, will trine the net figure, Higher prices for most commodities generated the 1973 record income o1' just under $3 billion with increases in cash receipts ranging from 21,5 per cent in Quebec to 68.1 per cent in Prince Edward Island. The total was tui impressive $800,000,000 gain from the previous record set in 1972, • THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB, 6, 1974. PG,5. TAKE NOTICE that the annual !nesting of producer -members of :the HUR011 County Pork Producers' Assotiallon will be convened at the hour of 1 P.N. E.S.T. on 13 of February 1974, at the Leglp►. Hall In the Town of Clinton for the purpose of the proper business of the annual meeting, the elections of officers and the election of substitute delegate. Between the hours bf 2:00 o'clock and 3:00 o'clock in the after- noon of the above mentioned dale, NOMINATIONS for county committee -men under the Ontario Pork Producers' Marketing Plan will be held. If an election Is required for councilmen, it will be held on Tuesday, March 3rd, 1974 and the polling places will be: Clinton, Walton, and Dungannon. James Williamson Lloyd Stewart President Secretary -Treasurer tl HURON DEAD STOCK REMOVAL CLINTON We are now paying $5 - $15 for fresh dead or I► disabled cows and horses over 500 lbs. Two trucks to serve you better. Fastefficient service. All small farm stock picked up free of charge as a service. to you. License No. 237-C-7 Call us first, you won't have to call anyone,! else. .You may obtain a written report from a qualified veterinarian upon request. 24 • Hour Service • 7 Days aweek Call Collect 482-9811 United Co-operatives of Ontario Belgrave co-op PETROLEUM PRODUCTS is in the petroleum business to bring you GASOLINES Both regular and premium grade availabes are NOM available Irene11your own CO•0P storage tank. I 1� Both grades �I Ir, I contain a multi. I purpose additive t� 1\ (MPA) that acts as a detergent to clean carburetors, as a de•icor and as an anlf•corrosian agent. CO.OP on•larm storage tanks are on stands. They IdI as lost as an eleebic pump and there's no chance of soil contamination. CO.OP tanks are aluminum painted and can be filled - with a fuel paver till cap to cut evaporation losses by as much as at 5.00 a year. Your exact gallonage I printed on an accurate print o•mefer and all CO.OP petroleum trucks are dual• equipped to ensure against product mix and contamination. 'DIESEL FUEL ' LUBCO MULTI-PURPOSE GREASE t is seasonally adjusted for operating efficiency. A high octane index number makes starling easier on cold wet mornings. Low sulphur content means clean burning and less engine deposits FUEL 01 is clean burning and keeps (lowing when the going gets cold -- it's formulated for the area where you live. And it's delivered on time everylime by a driver who'll go a long way to J^ keep your home warm. CO.OP fuel oil service is warmth you can rely on 'OILS & GREASES CO.OP HD7, the motor oil for almost every crankcase Seven additives. TRANS HYDRAULIC FLUID for the Iransmissfon•hydraulic systems that work for you. like it says 'the multi • purpose' grease that is available in cartridge or pail AND FOR FUN! 4.5 ayr. .,rasrr •,ice/_ l_'Y'� ' Marine Special 3v' Outboard OiI Snowmobile OiI Drop in soon or cell your CO.OP petroleum driver to find out about the many ways C0.OP petroleum products can work and save for you. UNITED CO-OPERATIVES OF ONTARIO PG.6, THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB. 6, 1974. .1111 -1C* -1/ NIPI/Its -11/11 ‘41!".4.,_ For sale FIREWOOD 1 GOOD SOLID ELM $10 a cord. The 5th concession of Morris, 5 miles west of Brussels, 887-6028. 01-tfn ONE REGISTERED PURE BRED Red Polled Hereford bull, 21 months old. Guaranteed breeder. Contact Bill Fear, 523-9369. 06-1 ONE FLEETWOOD RECORD player; one record stand; assorted 8 -track tapes and caddy; two pairs 8 -track speakers; one boy's 26 inch C.C.M. bike; one Cooey Winchest- er .22 cal. rifle and 4x Weaver Scope and cases. Phone 523-4474. 06-lp BROADLOOM CLINTON'S CARPET CENTRE ' Wall . to Wall Installations or Area Carpets, • Samples shown In your home. • Free Estimates. • Guaranteed Installations. There's a Celanese Carpet for every room in the home. "Quality you can trust" From BALL & MUTCH FURNITURE LIMITED Phone 482.8505 Clinton 30-tt. Help wanted LEARN TO DRIVE TRACTOR TRAILERS • Now ypu can train right here in Canada! • • Tuition Tax Deductible! • Placement assistance guaranteed! • Weekend training also available! For application and interview, write: Safety Department The Canadian Institute of tractor Trailer Training Ltd. 207 Queen's Quay W. Toronto 117, Ontario Or Call 416.864.9381 (Formerly Trans•Canada Transport Training.) SCHOOL BUS DRIVER TURNBERRY CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHOOL RR 4, WINGHAM Written applications addressed to: Mr. R.L. Cunningham, Transporta- tion Manager, HURON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION* 103 Albert Street, Clinton, Ontario, NOM 1L0, will be received until 12:00 noon on Friday, February 8th, 1974. Duties to commence on Monday, February 18, 1974. Training assistance is available to an applicant wishing to procure a school bus driver's license. 05-2 Wanted VIOLIN, THREE-QUARTER SIZE preferred. Phone 523.9518. 06-1 At your service CONCRETE WORK Expert chimney and roofing re- pairs; specializing in stabling. Don Ives, Phone Brussels, 887-9024. tfn SEPTIC TANK CLEANING SERVICE All work guaranteed. Twenty years experience. Phone Louis Blake, RR 2, Brussels, 887-6800. tfn Card . of thanks R -e a l FAWCETT. Thank you to all my neighbours, friends and relatives who sent cards, gifts and flowers and visited me while I was a patient in Clinton Public Hospital; to Dr. Street; all the nurses on first floor who were so good to me; Rev. Wittich for his visits; to Margaret and Sid McCullough who looked after things in my house; to Dr, Watt and Dr. Harrett; and a special thanks to those who stopped and picked me up and brought me to the hospital the day I broke my ankles. My deep appreciation to one and all who helped in any way, Sincerely, Galdys Fawcett. 06.1 JOHNSTON. The family of the late Marjorie Johnston wish to thank their friends and neighbours for their expressions of sympathy and flowers. Special thanks to the ladies who sent baking and helped in the home. - Clarence, Ken and lona. 06-1 WALSH. The family of the late Mrs. Annie Walsh wishes to express their heart felt thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours for their floral tributes, sympathy cards, and donations to the Heart Fund, to the Memorial Fund of the Blyth United Church and the Gideon Bibles. Special thanks to Dr. Street and Rev. Wittich also to the neighbours for acts of kindness during our recent bereavement in the loss of our dear mother and grandmother. 06-1 In memoriam CUNNINGHAM. In loving memory of my dear granddaughter, Donna who left us February 13, 1973. A year ago an angel came, And took her home above, Rewarding her with happiness And everlasting love. We truly miss her loving ways, We miss her pleasant smile, Our separation's very short, We'll meet her in awhile. Sadly missed by Grandma Cook. 06-lp CUNNINGHAM. In loving memory of our dear daughter and sister, Donna Lorraine who passed away one year ago, February 13, 1973. One sad and lonely year has passed Since that great sorrow fell. The shock that we received that day No one can ever tell Your end came sad and sudden No time to say goodbye You were gone before we knew it Only God knows the reason why A Golden Heart stopped beating Two working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. We cannot forget your smiling face Your happy, loving ways, The smile that won so many friends In the happy by -gone days. So this month comes with deep regret, For it brings back a day we cannot forget. You left so sudden without a goodbye, But our memories of you will never die. Lovingly remembered by Mom and Dad Walden, Garth and Dianne, Gary and Marie, Brian, 'Linda and Ross. 06-lp For fast Results REAo.ruSE IOWAN estate Reil Estate Ltd.. 82 Albert Street, Clinton, Ontario. Phone 482-9371. MASON BAILEY- MANAGER/BROKER Cheese factory in Blyth. Good terms, approximately 5 acres of land. Good well. ***** 100 acre farm in Morris Township, 85 acres workable. Barn and house on the property. ***** 1 floor brick bungalow in Londes- boro, 5 rooms double garage, 3 bedrooms. Nice large lot. ***** 50 acres of land with barn and silo. 1'/: storey frame home with 9 rooms. Large living room and dining room. Situated in Hullett Township. ***** JUST LISTED IN CLINTON: 5 room brick bungalow, electric heat, 3 bedrooms, carpeted throughout. Finished recreation room. Extra Targe lot. 1 floor bungalow with aluminum siding. , 5 rooms, carport and garage.` 3 bedrooms, gas furnace. Attractive grounds. ***** FOOD FOR THOUGHT "I must do something", will always solve more problems than "Something must be done". FOR SALE 11/2 storey home in Auburn on large lot, oil furnace, 2 bedrooms, kitchen cupboards, 4 -piece bath, carpeting and small barn. Price $12,500. Jim Cardiff Real Estate Broker, Brussels, Ont. Phone 887-6100 or 887-6164. 06-2 Classified Rates 3 cents per word, minimum 75't 3 consecutive issues, 25 words or less,no changes, non -business, $2.0 DEADLINE: NOON TUESDAY At your "service HURON PINES ELECTRIC 86 KING ST. INDUSTRIAL, RESIDENTIAL, FARM WIRING CLINTON 482-7901 'PROP, BUDD KUEHL Death MRS. MARJORIE JOHNSTON Mrs. Marjorie Johnston, beloved wife of Clarence Johnston of Blyth passed away suddenly in Clinton Public Hospital on January 30, 1974. She was in her 69th year. Mrs. Johnston was born in Glenelg Township on May 5, 1905, the daughter of the late John and Mary Grasby. She married Clarence Johnston on September 30, 1924 and they farmed in East Wawanosh until 10 years ago when they moved to Blyth. She was a member of the United Church. Surviving besides her husband is one son, Kenneth of Blyth; one daughter,(Iona) Mrs. Donald Mc- Lean of Morris Township; two sisters, (Mae) Mrs. Bradshaw and (Fannie) Mrs. Riley, both of Brussels; 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. The funeral services took place from Tasker Memorial Chapel, Blyth on February 1, 1974 with the Rev. C.L. Wittich officiating. Burial was in Blyth Union Cemetery, Serving as pallbearers were Earl Caldwell, Ralph Caldwell, Gordon 1 Caldwell, Robert Marshall, George Fear, and Louis Daer. FOR SALE Will move to your site. 30x46 building /116 Vanastra. 100 amps washroom, 6 rooms, heat pipes and rads, wood floor, truss roof. $2500 or best offer move extra. Jervis Studio, Clinton. 482-7006. 06-1 BERG Sales - Service Installation • Barn Cleaners O Bank Feeders • Stabling FREE ESTIMATES. Donald G. Ives R.R. 2, BLYTH Phone Brussels 887-9024 Personals \1 Mrs. Frank Harburn of Hensall visited with Mrs. Walter Cook on Thursday and attended the funeral of her cousin Mrs, Albert Walsh. Harold Vodden of Blyth was featured on a television program on Saturday dealing with White Cane Week. Mr, and Mrs, Nelson Reid of Walton, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Scott Sr., Mr. Nelson Lear and Mrs. Nelson Underwood were Saturday night supper guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Underwood of Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. Brawlcy of Auburn were Sunday callers at the•home'of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Scott Sr. Council CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 residents could leave paper, glass .and metal garbage to be taken away and recycled. The council expressed interest in the project and was promised more informa- tion at next month's meeting. The 1974 budget for the Blyth recreation committee was discuss- ed. It calls for total expenditures of $15,600 against revenues of $8400 with a deficit of $7200. Grants of $25 were given to the Huron County Plowmen's Associa- tion and the Belgrave, Blyth Brussels School Fair. A grant of $150 was made to the Horticultural Society. A year-end report showed that $25,000 was spent on road construction and maintenance in the village last year. Clerk Larry Walsh reported that about 60 street signs would be required to identify all Blyth streets, On the same subject, Mrs. Street presented a petition signed by residents of Wilson Street asking that the name of the street be changed to Gypsy Lane, the nick -name for the street for many years. Mrs. Street said she felt the name had much more local colour than the old name. Council voted to prepare a by-lawfor the name change and have it published to see the feelings of local residents on the change. This 'n' That Readers of our newspaper from out of town aren't the only ones who get frustrated at late delivery of newspapers. We subscribe to several daily newspapers from across Canada in order to get background for information used in our newspaper. Recently an issue of the St. Johns Newfoundland Telegram arrived in our box. It was dated Jan. 12 and arrived on Jan. 31. This was several days after the Jan. 19 issue arrived. How do you figure it? ***** Speaking of the post office, we received a press release from the P.O. headquarters telling about a rare date stamp the post office had acquired from British Columbia to be put in its new postal museum, May we suggest they put some of the Standards in the museum. They certainly seem to qualify as antiques by the time they are delivered. ***** City critics were hitting hard a few weeks ago at the Ontario government for not going on daylight saving time as the United States did. The critics claimed we local yokels in the country were to blame for .preventing this suppos- edly good move because we didn't want children going to school in the dark. The inference was that this was not a legitimate argument. What's a little risk to kids compared to the problems the time difference causes for the stock market? So far we haven't heard a whisper from these critics, how- ever, about the fact that in Florida, one of the southernmost U.S. states with the longest hours of daylight, seven children have been killed in the morning while going to school in the dark and the state is trying to find a way to get out of the federal decision for daylight saving time. ***** When's it going to hit, seems to be the feeling of a great 'many people after the amazing weather of January. Having March weather in January is unusual but having a mild winter for the second year in a row is really strange. Driving by the Maitland River at Auburn last week, the river looked much like a spring scene .when only a week earlier it had been completely frozen over, A lot of people, it seems, have too many vivid memories of the big storm of 1971 to be able to relax and enjoy the good• weather, THIS WEEK AGRICULTURAL MEETING Agriculture Minister Eugene) Whelan, addressing the federal - provincial Agriculture Outlook Conference in Ottawa last week, said that income prospects for Canadian farmers have never looked better, Farm incomes reached a record level of $2,96 billion in 1973 and will climb even higher this year, to an estimated $4.55 billion. The minister also urged Canada and other nations to increase their food production. Before his meeting with Can- ada's agricultural experts, Mr. Whelan said in an iterview that the federal government will propose a form of guaranteed annual income for farmers this year. Farmers and from Ottawa government would contribute to a Parliament this year, new propos- special "stability insurance" fund, als to revise the Bankruptcy Act. from which farmers would draw money if their incomes dropped. FINANCE MINISTERS MEET Federal Finance Minister John Turner predicted a healthy econ- omy in 1974 but the energy situation made firm projections impossible. At a meeting of federal -provin- cial finance ministers, Mr. Turner rejected provincial requests for compensation for losses incurred from indexing. A committee will be set up to watch investments in energy developments, to ensure there are no great demands on the ecomomy. TRADE WiTH MEXICO Industry, Trade and Commerce Minister Alastair Gillespie accom- panied by government officials and top Canadian businessmen, was in Mexico for three days of trade talks, The minister predicted that Canada will do a $1 billion worth of "business with Mexico in the next few years, NEW BANKRUPTCY RULES Consumer and Corporate Affairs Minister Herb Gray said in a recent report that he hopes to introduce in THE HURON COUNTY HEALTH UNIT invites you to attend the Child Health Clinic, Health Unit office, Medical Building, Brussels, on Tuesday, February 12, 1974 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. for: 1. Health Surveillance 2. Anaemia Screening 3. Immunization 4. Hearing Screening 5. Fluoride brushing of children's teeth to prevent cavities for ages 3 to 5 years 6. Vision testing 06.1 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING of Morris Township, Federation of Agriculture, Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 8:30 p.m. Belgrave Institute Hall, Guest speaker is Bruce McCallum. Lunch will be served. 06-1 ANNUAL MEETING OF BLYTH Agricultural Society, Monday, Feb. 11 in old library, 8 p.m. 06-1 EVENING OF FASHION BY Victorian Inn Boutique, Stratford, Central Huron Secondary School, Clinton, Wednesday, Feb. 13, Dessert and coffee, 7:30 p.m. Show time, 8:00 p.m. Price $2.00. Sponsored by Women's Auxiliary to Clinton Public Hospital. Tickets: 482-9687. 06-1 p PUBLIC SPEAKING JUNIOR and Senior classes from both Blyth Public and Howick Central Schools will take place at the Legion Hall, Blyth on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 1:00 p.m. Winners will participate in Exeter Feb. 16, 1974, Sponsored by the Blyth Legion. 06.1 LYCEUM THEATRE WINGIIAM. ONTARIO PHONE 351 1A Io WED. THURS. FRI. SAT., FEB. 6,7,8,9 1:00 and 9:15 p.m. Karen Christopher' Black l'lununcr SUN. MON, TUES., FEB. 10,11,12 Badge 373 - 7:15 p.m, Halsy at 9:00 p,m, A gun in his sock HesmorrIAA44 , a tin iron in his hell and no badges The story of Eddie, The best ex cop in the business. a womaati 1bu n Oma �HAS .':` ROCOIAL REDFORD PO u mL .HOWIUIW W. UnbrauuwdllGHALSY BADGE 373 NEW BINGO CLINTON LEGION HALL. 8:30 p.m. February 7. Admission, $1.00 each, Three Share -the -Wealth games, One jackpot game for $200 in 59 calls or less, or guaranteed $25 consola- tion, One call and $10 added weekly if not won. tfn THE 63RD ANNUAL MEETING of the Children's Aid Society of Huron County will be held in the Council Chambers, Court House. Goderich, Ontario on Wednesday, February 13, 1974 at 2:00 p.m, Hereby take notice that amend- ments are being proposed to the Constitution and By-law, copies of which may be obtained at the office of the County Clerk -Treasurer, Court House, Goderich, Ontario. The public is cordially invited to attend. 2-3-5-6 Entertainment at The Queen's Hotel .Brussels FRIDAY and SATURDAY NIGHTS THE CRYSTAL RAINBOW from Kitchener Sunday Matinee: by TEX NOBLE GOOD FOOD ON THE MENU Blyth Lions BINGO Blyth Memorial Hall Every Sat. night $150 JACKPOT In 60 calls BIG CASH PRIZES IMMIGRATION POLICY Canada's immigration policy for 1. ELM HAVEN MOTOR HOTEL Now Playing THE RING Coming Next Week FREE -FALL FOR THE WINTER MONTHS ENTERTAINMENT BEGINS AT8:30 iii} c EALALiori a.r i ItsVi‘ S O, SEAFORTH tf? Entertainment Thurs. •- Fri. -- Sat. THE DENFIELDS Saturday Matinee at the THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB, 6, 1974. PG.7. the future is presently under study, A federal green paper, the first step toward a complete re-evalua- tion of this country's immigration requirements and strategy, will be released late in the spring, After publication of the green paper, the Department of Manpow- er and Immigration will sponsor a "National Conference on immigra- tion and Population." EXPORTS UP 25.4% Canada's exports rose to $25.17 billion in 1973 from $20,27 billion in 1972 - an increase of 25.4%. K INDERGARTEN REGISTRATION Registration for Kindergarten classes will be held at the following schools at the following times. To be eligible, children must be born in 1969. Please bring birth certificates and immunization records. Feb, 19 Feb. 21 Feb. 26 Feb. 27 Mar. 5 Blyth Public School Brussels Public School East Wawanosh Public School Walton Public School Hullett Public School 1:30-3:00 p.m. 1:30-3:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-12 noon 1:30-3:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. BUSINESS as USUAL For Information PHONE 527-0629 FAMILY PARADISE r E \Di 1.011111114511111W Blyth Board of Trade ANNUAL MEETING and Banquet Tuesday, Feb. 12 Blyth Memorial Hall 7 p.m. Tickets $3.00 per person Available at: Blyth Printing, Blyth Standard, Madill's, Needlecraft, Bank of Commerce. Guest Speaker • CLINTON WINTER CARNIVAL jWOJ*/1I ��A4oN COMMUNITY RACES Mo=sey PARK Sponsored by THE KINSMEN CLUB Of CLINTON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1974 Snowmobile Registrations: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — Racing Starts at 1:00 p.m. Sharp ADMISSION TO GROUNDS: $1.00 PER ADULT — CHILDREN UNDER 12 FREE TOTAL RACE PURSES $2246.00 ACTION SPORTS CENTRE, VANASTRA, will donate a Large Trophy to the Top Point Winner to be presented annually and a replica to be kept by the winner, FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: STEVE BROWN — 482-9321 FRED LOBB — 482.3409 COME AND BRING THE FAMILY FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS 1 PG.8. THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB. 6, 1974, Mrs. Walsh dies suddenly in Clinton hospital MRS, ANNIE WALSH Annie Elvera Walsh passed away suddenly in the Clinton Public Hospital on Tuesday, January 29, 1974 in her 85th year. She was born January 17, 1890 the daughter of the late Phoebe McDowell and Edward Taylor of East Wawanosh. On September 11, 1912 she married Albert Edgar Walsh who predeceased her in 1971. They resided on the fifth line of East Wawanosh and also on the third line of East Wawanosh where they continued to make their home until 1948 when they retired to Blyth. She is survived by two daught- Separate school plans CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 should make certain that adequate communication channels exist be- tween the school and the home. In this way we can insure that our policies and priorities will accurate- ly reflect the educational needs within our jurisdiction. "A third and final priority is the area of finances. Our economy today is in an inflationary period. This means that we must continue to budget carefully and to spend wisely to insure that our tax dollars produce the most effective results in each of our schools. In conclusion, 1 would like to say that as we plan our objectives for the coming year we know that we wtll also be challenged by unexpected problems. I am confid- ent that this Board will deal with its ,stated objectives and other contin- gencies with courage, determina- tion and responsible action." Following Mr. Connolly's add- ress, Howard Shantz of Stratford, suggested one way of keeping communication channels open be- tween the Board and the parents, would be for the second board meeting each month to be held in one of the 19 schools in the two counties until all the schools are covered. He suggested that it could be announced in the church on Sunday that the board meeting would be held in the local school on Monday evening so that any ratepayer would be able to attend the meeting.; This suggestion by Mr. Shantz will be discussed at the next Board meeting on Feb. 11. Joseph Tokar, acting Superint- endent of Education, informed the board members that a request had been received from St. Mary's School in Goderich for a class exchange by the 28 Grade 8 students with a similar Grade 8 class in Abbotsford, British Col- umbia. He said that the pupils had applied for the exchange to the Secretary of State and this had been approved and a grant of $2,294 as well from the Secretary of State. He said the pupils individ- ually will contribute $65 each and the remaining $1,154 for the trip will be raised by fund raising events put on by the students. There will be no charge to the Board, which did give approval of the exchange. The Goderich students will leave Goderich on May 18 and return to Goderich on May 25. The Board has taken precautions to ensure that no accidents could occur at one of its schools similar to the tragedy that occurred at a Toronto school when a student was killed in a snowblower removing snow from the school playground. Ted Geoffrey, Zurich, Chatrman of the Building and Property Committee, presented an agree- ment which will be presented to any contractor removing snow from a school yard that it be removed before 8 a,n1. If it must be removed later than 8 a.m. at the request of the principal, then either the principal or the custodian must supervise the opeation to ensure the safety of the students in the yard. The Board approved either removal or demolition of a house at 29 Well Street, Stratford, which the Board recently purchased in December. It is on property adjacent to Immaculate Conception School and will be cleared off the property to enlarge the school yard, Mr, Tokar reported the resigna- tions of two teachers who will be retiring at the end of the 1974 school year -- Miss Eileen O'Brien of St. Mary's School in Goderich and Mrs. Julia Lennon of Aloysius School in Stratford. The Board decided that as many members as wish may attend the 44th annual convention of the Ontario Separate School Trustees Association in Toronto on April 4 and 5..An adhoc committee, to be chaired by Joseph Looby of Dublin, composed of Vincent Young, Donald Crowley and the Superin- tendent of Education, will meet to decide how many members may attend the Canadian School Trust- ees' Association annual meeting to be held in Vancouver on May 26, 27 and 28, and any other conventions to be held during the remainder of the year. The Board endorsed a resolution from Simcoe County Board of Education approving mileage costs for trustees to be increased but no set rate be stipulated. ers, Mrs, Norman (Edna) Pepper of Hensall and Mrs, Clare (Eileen) Neigarth of Wingham; three sons, Clifford of Sarnia, Jim and Lloyd of Blyth; one brother, Thomas Taylor of Brodhagen, One daughter, Anna Jean predeceased her in 1928 and one son in 1973, Also surviving are 15 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. The funeral service was held on Thursday, January 31 at 2 p.m. from the Tasker Memorial Chapel with Rev. C, Wittich of the Blyth United Church officiating. Pallbearers were Earl Caldwell, William Carter, Louis Daer, Geo. 1894 Sainton Limited , Blyth Telephone 523-9373 Mon. to Thurs. - 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Fri. - Sat. - Sunday - 9 a.m. -9 p.m. 9 a.m. -6 p.m. 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Hamm Sr., Charles Smith and Harvey Snell, Flower bearers were Donald Walsh and Steven Walsh, Interment was in Blyth Union Cemetery. OLD MILL iN BLYTH Factory 0 ut let Pure virgin wool blankets, all sizes Horse coolers Auto rugs - Mohair throws Leather & suede garments Leather gloves & mitts for all the family Purses & handbags Sheepskin rugs, socks, yarn, toys, etc. Our specialty - Deerskin gloves, mitts & moccasins In This authentic old mill you will find the heritage and tradition of the Batnton family • a unique wool and leather business. if you drive after drinking... ...then here are some things to consider Let's say you've stayed a little longer than you expected at a party — long enough to have three or four drinks, All in good fun. All in good fellowship, And then you have to drive home., SECTION 234, Criminal Code of Canada — Impaired driving is an offence even if the driver's blood alcohol is less than .08°x. Penalty, First Offence — Fine of not more than 5500 or less than S50 or jail for 3 months or both. Second Offence — Jail for not more than 3 months and not less than 14 days. Subsequent Offences — Jail not more than 1 year but not less than 3 months, SECTION 235, — (1) Breath tests for blood alcohol are compulsory, (21 It is an offence to refuse to take a breathalyzer test for blood alcohol when such a test is demanded by a peace officer, Penalty — On summary conviction only. A fine of not more than S1,000 or Tess than S50 or jail for not more than 6 months, or both, SECTION 236, — It is an offence to drive if driver's blood alcohol exceeds .08%. Penalty — Same as for Sec. 235. And there's more It isn't just the appearance before the judge that's humiliating. You have been booked on a charge under the criminal code and you will be treated like a criminal. After the police, lawyers and judge are through with you the provincial govern ment will review your right to hold a driver's licence. Even if you have never had a parking ticket you could end up having your licence suspended for a month , , , or three months ... or even indefinitely. When your insurance company hears about it, your ratt.: will soar until you can prove that you are a good risk again. It could take years. And if you injure or kill someone while impaired, your liability coverage is void. YoUr name will also probably appear in the newspaper for all your friends and business associates to see. Alcohol is involved in approximately half of the 5,000 traffic deaths in Canada each year. The Social Drinker is one of the leading causes of automobile, accidents. HOW TO PREVENT IMPAIRMENT Coffee will 1101 work. Nor will a jog around the Klock or a cold shower. They will only make you wide awal,e, tired or cold — not sober. Only TIME will work. It takes more than an hour to elimin— ate each 12 ounces of beer or"ounce and a halt of spirits or three ounces of non•fortifiecl wine. If you MUST drive, then adopt the Canada Safety Council rule of thumb: HAVE LESS THAN ONE DRINK PER HOUR. ONTARIO SAFETY LEAGUE courtesy CIAG INSURANCE LonflesfloPo NagnIngs 1, M rs. Bert Shobbrook Bureau editor phone 523-4250 Londeshoro Boy Scouts were among the many groups entering floats in the Clinton Winter Carnival parade on Saturday afternoon, (Clinton N -R photo) THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB. 6, 1974. PG.9. Londesboro personals Mr, and Mrs. Art Honking and Todd of Exeter visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Hunking on Sunday. Mrs, Ena Howatt returned home on Monday from spending several Londesboro and district personal news Mr. Ted Fothergill spent a few days last week as a patient in Clinton Hospital. All in the community are pleased to learn that Mrs. Bert Brunsdon received a letter from Dr. Mary Summerby of Westminster Hospit- al that Bert was much improved. Mr, and Mrs. Gordon Harkes of Clinton have purchased the proper- ty of Mr. and Mrs. Neil Langille, formerly known as the Lyon home. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shobbrook visited Saturday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Merideth Young of Goderich and Saturday dinner and evening with her uncle Mr. Amos.. Ball and Mr. and Mrs, Charlie Adams, Larry and Kevin, Goder- ich. Visitors on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Ben Riley were their son, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Riley, Wendi, Debbie and Benjie of Huron Park. Mr. and Mrs. Don Scruton and family of Clinton spent past week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Keith Allen while Mr. and Mrs. Allen WE PAY enjoyed a Shur Gain trip to Hawaii. Mr. and Mrs. Art Clark spent the weekend in Chatham and attended the wedding of their niece Pam Clark to Mark Smith all of Chatham. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shobbrook attended Ontario Street Church in Clinton Sunday morning and were dinner guests of their daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Elierby and family celebrating Thelma's birth- day. They also visited his sister Mrs. Maude Radford in Clinton Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Bob Thompson spent the weekend in London with their daughter Mr. and Mrs. Raymund Radford when they moved into their new home and also visited Mr. John Riley, a patient in Victoria Hospital. Mrs. Jessie Jones visited her son Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Jones and family, Goderich township on Saturday and her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Snell and family, ON ONE TERMYEAR DEPOSITS MINIMUM DEPOSIT $1,000.00I CLINTONCOMMUNIT CREDIT UNION LTD. ii•ta e 11IN r-11 L it Where 70 Ontario St. Phone 482.3467 tilDH 111 • Mullett on Sunday celebrating Marguerite's birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Duizcr and f'aniily visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Bob Scott and family of Ripley. NURSING1 days with her daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Mac Hodgert and family of Kirkton. Remember the W.I. card party on Friday, February 8 at 8:30 p.m. in the hall, Marsh World Ducks Unlimited (Canada) BIRD SITTERS — In some 'species of waterfowl, such as lesser scaup and Canada geese, two or more broods may congregate under the super- vision of one or more hens (in the case of ducks) or sets of parents (in the case of geese), With Canada geese this "creche" formation most commonly occurs under conditions of high nesting density, After the "creche" is formed, the domi- nant parents, as well as some of the goslings, will drive off the other parents which thereby lose their broods. LET US MAKE YOUR OLD FURNITURE BETTER THAN NEW! 1. 4644 1111IIIIIIrr.111IIIILI ••For a free estimate and a look at our newest samples of materials -CALL CLARK UPHOLSTERY "Put Your Upholstering P11. 523.4212 R. Cook, Prop. Need! in Our Hands" Blyth, Ont. !WE HAVE AIRES PICK•UP.AND DELIVERY SERVICE . DIPLOMA PROGRAM A FEW QUESTIONS — - — AND ANSWERS ! ! QUESTION: What is the value of a Conestoga College Nursing Diploma? ANSWER: The Nursing Diploma granted upon completion of the two year program enables the graduates to be eligible to write the examinations to become a Registered Nurse. QUESTION: Recently the Ontario Government transferred the Nursing Diploma Programs from the Hospital Schools of Nursing to the Community Colleges. How docs this transfer affect the program? ANSWER: Hardly at all. Conestoga College will process the applications, but the chairman of each Nursing Division will choose the candidates. Since our Division chairmen are the former directors of the Hospital Schools of Nursing, their knowledge and experience will continue to guide the program. QUESTION: Will the nursing students continue to have as much nursing experience in hospitals as they did prior to the transfer to the College? ANSWER: Yes, detinitely..Since clinical experience is a vital part of the Conestoga Collcgc Nursing Diploma Program the nursing students will have as much and if possible more nursing experience in the hospitals and community health agencies than they did before. QUESTION: Have the locations where nursing students take their classes and clinical experiences changed? ANSWER: No. Classes are held in the former Hospital Schools of Nursing buildings and clinical experience is obtained in the same hospitals as before. QUESTION: Where are the Conestoga College Nursing Divisions located and who should be contacted for specific information? ANSWER: Nursing Division Location Cambridge (Galt) Doon (Kitchener) Guelph Stratford Former Hospltal School of Nursing South Waterloo Memorial Hospital Chairman Mrs. J. Levy St. Mary'S Hospital Miss C. Dudgeon K -W Hospital Miss J. Legg St. Joseph's Hospital Miss G. Utryzckl Guelph General Hospital Mrs. D. McIntyre Perth -Huron Regional (adjoining Miss T. Pelly QUESTION: Stratford General Hospital) When and how do I enroll? ANSWER: Registrations are now being accepted. You should apply immediately to be sure of a place in the division of your choice, For the brochure and application form, write or telephone: Telephone 623-2300 653-1089 742-3551 745-6168 824-2950 822-1601 271-5081 The Registrar, 299 Doon Valley Drive, Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario Telephone: 653-2511, extension 227. CONE STOGA COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY PG,10. THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB. 6, 1974. The Beigrm DuIffA Mrs. Lewis Stonel- ruse _�... ,..:..: Bureau editor phone 88799487 U.C.W. holds first meeting of year The first meeting of the U.C.W. for 1974 was held January 29. The meeting opened with the worship service conducted by Mrs. Lawrence Taylor and Mrs. Willard Armstrong. The hymn; "Standing at the portal of the opening year" was sung. Mrs. Armstrong read the scripture from Romans chapter 8 followed by meditation and prayer by Mrs. Taylor. A poem entitled, "Life's Journey" closed the worship service. Past president, Mrs, James Coultes called upon Rev, John Roberts to conduct the installation of the new officers. Following this Mr. Roberts spoke to the members his subject being, Spiritual Chall- enge and how it concerns each one. Mrs. Coultes thanked Mr. Roberts and expressed her thanks to everyone for the support given her while president. She then all ed on the new president, Mrs. Ross Anderson who then conducted the business portion of the meeting. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The treasurer's year end report was given. The correspondence was read which consisted of several thank you notes. The budget for 1974 was presented by Mrs. Harold Vincent, The Newfoundland Conference was selected as the project to which the money will be allocated for the year. A committee of Mrs. James Sunday school holds meeting The annual meeting of Knox United Church Sunday School was heist in t he basement of the church on Tuesday, January 15 with 12 present. Rev. Roberts opened the meeting with prayer. Minutes of the last annual meeting were read. The secretary's report was given. The average attendance was 46.4 compared with 48.9 a year ago. Attendance awards go to 19, During the year. $100 had been given to Missions. The 'Sunday School will be closed during holiday month. The Sunday School Anniversary will be held the. second Sunday of .lune with the following committees in charge: Speaker, Mrs. Cliff Logan; Decorating, Mrs. William Coultes, Mrs. Stan Hopper, Mrs. James Lamont, Mrs. Lewis Stone- house; Music, Mrs. Murray Lough- eed and Mrs. Carl Lintz; Corsages, Mrs. Laura Johnston, Mrs. James Coultes. Rev. Roberts took charge for the election of officers and teachers which resulted as follows: Superin- tendent, George Procter; Assistant Superintendent. Clifford Coultes; Secretary, George Michie; Treas- urer, Mrs. James Coultes; Audit- ors. George Johnston and Mrs, Laura Johnston; Librarian, Mrs. James Coultes, Mrs. Lewis Stone- house. Teachers are to be: Bible Class, Clifford Coultes; Assistants, Mrs. Kenneth Wheeler, Mrs. Cliff Logan, Bill Stevenson, Mrs. George Michie; Intermediate Boys and Girls, Ross Anderson, Ross Procter, Murray Lougheed; Junior Girls, Mrs. Laura Johnston, Mrs. Jack Taylor; Junior Boys, Murray Scott, George Procter; Junior \ Primer, Mrs. William McArter, Mrs. Harold Vincent; Senior Primer, Mrs. Ross Anderson, Mrs. Kenneth Wheeler; Beginners, Mrs. Murray Lougheed, Miss Doreen Anderson, Coultes, Mrs. Robert Grasby, Mrs. Ross Anderson and Mrs. Jack Taylor were asked to investigate prices of different materials suit- able for covering the basement floor, It was decided to send a bale of good used clothing to London Mission Service in the spring. Mrs. Anderson announced the Huron -Perth Presbyterial to be held in Mitchell March 6, There is to be a Forum on alcohol held in Northside United Church in Sea - forth, March 27. The World Day of Prayer for the Belgrave community will be held March 1 in the Anglican Church, The hymn, "Sun of my Soul Thou Saviour Dear" was sung and Mrs. Anderson closed the meeting with the benediction, Grade 6 holds assembly BY CATHY BAKELAAR On Wednesday, January 30, Grade 6 of East Wawanosh Public School held their assembly under the direction of their teacher Mrs. Mary Chamney, Geoffrey Hamilton acted as chairman. The theme was an operetta entitled, "South of the Border". Robert Currie 'sang the solo, 'A Roving Cowboy" and the solo part of "1'm going to leave old Texas now". The curtain then opened display- ing a scene of a Mexican Fiesta at night and all the class in colourful Mexican clothing some with musical instruments. The class sang, "South of the Border" and the "Gay Caballero", Twelve pupils then , danced the Virginia Reel. Belgrave personals Mr. and Mrs. Wes Wintering - ham of Mitchell visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Rinn. Murray Rinn, Kimberley and Duane Kuntz and little Michelle, foster child of Mr. and Mrs, Elory Kuntz of Kitchener spent the weekend_ with Mrs. Harry Rinn. Duane stayed for a week's holidays with his grandmother. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Lichty and Wayne of Milverton visited on Sunday with her mother, Mrs, Robert Hibberd and with her father Robert Hibberd in Wingham and District Hospital. Mrs. Herb Wheeler was able to return to her honk on Saturday after being a patient in the Wingham and District Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Alton and family of RR 7, Lucknow were Sunday visitors with her mother Mrs. Stewart Procter. Mrs. Wendell Richards and her group ol Rangers from Burlington spent the weekend at Bodwin. Robert Hibberd is a patient in the Wingham and District Hospi- tal Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Rinn were recent visitors with Mr. and Mrs. William Winteringham of Mitchell. Ronald Taylor of Ontario Veter- inary College. Guelph spent the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jack Taylor. HOCKEY NOTES The Belgrave Squirts played Lucknow Squirts on Saturday night in the Lucknow arena with Lucknow scoring 4 and Belgrave 1. FOP Fest R.fwhs ad THEWANIADS David Pletch took the solo part in "The Trail to Mexico" followed by "Carmen Carmela" a folk song, Grant Gnay sang a solo, "Come My Dove" followed by the Mexican Hat Dance. The last number was, "The Plaza" and the assembly closed with God Save the Queen, 12 tables at Euchre Twelve tables of euchre were played in Belgrave Community Rooms last Wednesday evening. Those winning prizes were high lady, Mrs. Ethel Holmes; low lady, Mrs. Ross King; novelty lady, Mrs. Abner Nethery; high man, Glen Nixon; low man, Ormal Smith and novelty man, Edgar Wightman, Calvin Brick holds annual meeting The annual meeting of Calvin - Brick United Church was held on January 23 at the home of Mr; and Mrs. George McGee with 14 members present. Ivan Dow was appointed secret- ary. The financial•statements of the church were presented by Mr. and Mrs, Alex Robertson with Mrs. George McGee presenting a miniature report for the Sunday School. The following elections were made: Stewards, Mrs, Ronald Coultes and Murray Shield; Trust- ee, George McGee; Offering stewards and ushers, Barry Mason, Peter Mason, Jim Biecroft, Dennis Thompson, Jim McGee, Douglas Shiell, Jim Robertson and Ronald McBurney; Auditors, Mrs. George ' McGee and Mrs, Donald Dow; Sunday School Superintendent, Donald Dow; Music committee, 'Mrs. George McGee, Mises Alice Biecroft and Janet Biecroft and Jim Robertson; Observer secretary, Gordon McBurney; Manse commit- tee, Mr. and Mrs, Alex Robertson; United Church Men, Ivan Dow, It was decided that May 26 will be the date for the anniversary with the service in the evening, The Board of Stewards is to look into th improving of the general appear- ance of the church building. The Every Family Plan of the Observer will be continued, Rev. John Roberts closed the meeting with prayer. A social period followed after which a vote of thanks was extended to Mr. and Mrs. George McGee for the use of their home and the tasty lunch, Speaking contest BY APRIL MCBURNEY On Friday, January 25 the East. Wawanosh Public School held a public speaking contest. There' were two main categories: "Junior! Speakers" grades five and six and' "Senior Speakers" grades seven and eight. In each grade three speakers competed in the gymnasium. in grade five the speakers were Eric Taylor, Karen Jaretzke and Sheryl Walker. in grade six the speakers were Robert Currie, Steven Nixon and Karen Coultes. The winners were: first, Karen Coultes; second, Steven Nixon; and third, Karen Jaretzke. Karen Coultes gave her speech on colds. Steven Nixon gave his speech on superstitions, Karen Jaretzke gave her speech on Oliver Clark, Robert Currie gave his speech on rats, Eric held Taylor gave his 'speech on cornets and Sheryl Walker gave her speech on a trip to Collingwood.. The senior speakers from grade seven were Cindy Campbell, Gidget Lowther and Andrew Koopmans. The senior speakers from grade eight were Lori Thompson, Marni Walsh and Alison Roberts. Cindy gave her speech on manners. Gidget gave her speech on the sasquatch. Andrew gave his speech on world records in a circus. Lori gave her speech on dreams. Marni gave her speech on her trip out east with her family and Alison Roberts gave her speech on comets. First was Marni Walsh; second, Andrew Koopmans and third, Lori Thompson and Alison Roberts. The assembly was attended by many parents, students and teachers, it was enjoyed by all. Take the easy way out 1 ! ! ! Take A SPECIAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM AT CONESTOGA COLLEGE! In a few short weeks you'll acquire a new skill (not to mention new in- terests!) which will make your life easier for years to come! NOW'S THE MOMENT; OUR CLINTON CENTRE'S THE PLACE; AND HERE ARE THE COURSES COMMERCIAL STENOGRAPHY: This Intensive program prepares students for Im- mediate entry Into skilled secretarial positions. Typing, shorthand, dictaphone and business practice are stressed.BONUS: Graduates of this program are admitted directly Into Year 11 of the Legal, Medical or Executive Secretarial Programs. at Conestoga College. COMMERCIAL REFRESHER: Preparation for the student with previous business ex- perience who wishes to re-enter the office workforce. COMMERCIAL CLERICAL: Students learn basic office skills: typing, office routine, business practice, bookkeeping. CLERK TYPIST: This short, Intensive program trains the student to the basic skill level required for clerk typists In most offices. ACADEMIC UPGRADING: This program provides students with the opportunity to upgrade or update knowledge In the academic subjects of English, Science, Mathematics (prerequisites for the Short Skill Programs offered by Conestoga College). YOU CAN START THESE PROGRAMS ANYTIME; ON A FULL OR PART-TIME BASIS : WHY NOT LOOK INTO IT TODAY ? ? For precise details with respect to fees and admission procedure, phone "Student Services" at 482-3458, Clinton. CONESTOGA COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY 11e Auburn News 19 Mrs, Wes Bradnock '•'Bureau editor phone 526-7595, United Church holds annual meeting Knox United Church held its annual meeting last Sunday follow- ing the church service. Members of Unit 1 of the United Church Women served lunch and the meeting followed at 1 p.m. Pastor Alfred Fry was in charge of the meeting and opened it with the scripture reading from Psalm 46 followed by prayer. The minutes of the previous meeting were adopted as read by Mr, Norman McDowell in the absence of the church secretary, Mr. Keith Arthur. Two elders elected to retire in 1980 were Mr. Ronald Hallam and Mr. Percy Youngblut, Four stew- ards appointed ,to retire in 1977 were Orval McPhee, Norman Wightman, Elliott Lapp and Dana Bean, Due to the fact that Henry Brindley had moved, his name was taken off the Trustee board of Gordon Gross, Maurice Bean, Percy Youngblut and Robert Armstrong. The church treasurer appointed was Mrs, Kenneth McDougall and N & S treasurer was Mrs. Donald Haines. Keith Arthur was again elected secretary of the church: Mrs. Oliver Anderson was appointed to the flower fund due to the resignation of Mrs. Torrance Tabb, Mr. Kenneth McDougall was asked to remain as captain of the ushers. Misses Brenda Ball and Nancy Anderson were appointed church auditors. Mr. Ronald Hallam was again elected Sunday School superintendent. Other business was discussed and reports received, Pastor Fry thanked all committees of the church who made it possible to enjoy a splendid year both financially and spiritually. A vote of thanks was extended to Pastor and Mrs. Fry for their spiritual guidance. Mr. Ron Hallam also Auburn personal news Mr. John Bailey of Blyth visited one day last week with Mr. and Mrs. William Straughan. Word was received here last week of the sudden death of Mr. John Neville at Welland, He was the husband of the late Mary Ellen Medd and had visited with relatives and friends in this district. Mr. Thomas Jardin of Wingham and Mrs. Donald Jardin and son ,Greg of Kitchener were ` recent visitors with Mr. and Mrs. William Straughan. Friends of Mr. Harold Vodden of Blyth in this community watched Channel 8 T.V. last Saturday when he was interviewed in connection with White Cane Week, Mrs. Roxy Caves is a patient in D.iT^i�t.►�'% Clinton Hospital and we all wish her a speedy recovery. Several from this district went north to Parry Sound to snowmo- bile for the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Morley of Alsia Craig visited last Wednesday with Mrs. Celia Taylor. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Haggitt, Mrs. Celia Taylor and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Cartwright and.family attended the social evening at the Rectory last Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Livermore, Robbie, and Donald of Fordwich and Mr. Ed Haines of Hamilton spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs, Donald Haines. :x " ,?�17�r..tl .11reSl,. tie � �.li�.131, Frozen and canned vegetables are combined in flavoured with Holland imported cheese for this Vegetable Medley. a creamy sauce Holland Cheese Holland cheese vegetable medley TT'S often difficult to think of a new way to serve vege- tables, so they are usually just boiled and served with a pat of butter. Some frozen and canned vegetables, how- ever, benefit from a little extra help to give them more flavour. This medley of fresh and frozen vegetables is baked in a creamy sauce flavoured with Holland imported cheese. Serve with lunch, supper or dinner, and especially at a barbecue party. 2 (12 ounce) packages frozen mixed vegetables 1 (5 ounce) can water chest- nuts, drained and sliced 1 (10 ounce) can sliced mush- rooms, drained OR 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 3 tablespoons dry white wine 2 cups shredded imported Holland Edam or Gouda pinch of nutmeg salt and pepper 1/2 cup cracker crumbs 1 tablespoon butter Preheat oven to 350°. Cook vegetables until just barely tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Combine with water chestnuts and mushrooms, Mix soup, wine, shredded Edam or Gouda and seasonings. Stir vegetables into sauce. Pour into 11// or 2 quart casserole. Top with cracker crumbs dot- ted with- butter and decorate with cheese slices. Bake un- covered for 40 minutes. Makes 8 servings. voiced his appreciation. Pastor closed the meeting with benediction, Fry the THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB, 6, 1974. PG,11. Auburn personals Rev, and Mrs. Ure Stewart of Seaforth and Miss Margaret' Roberts of Alnui College, St. Thomas visited last Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. William Straughan. Mr. and Mrs, Maitland Allen received a note of thanks from Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Mrs. Trudeau and sons for the letter of congratulations they sent on the birth of their second son being on the date their 60th wedding anniversary. Prize winners at the weekly euchre party were; high lady, Mrs. George Millian; low lady, Mrs, Duncan MacKay; high man, Mr. Maitland Allen; low man, Steven Chamney and novelty prize winner was Mrs, Frances Clark. Congratulations are due a former Auburn resident, Jeff Craig for his achievement in playing hockey witlr the Ilderton-Lucan Jets`. Tlhe9won both games recently at Reno, Nevada, Jeff is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Craig of Lucan, of Auburn and grandson J. 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LONGSTAFF Optometrist 20 Isaac Street - Clinton BY APPOINTMENT ONLY At Clinton, Monday only 9:00-5;30 At Seaforth, Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 9:00 - 5:30 DR. R.W. STREET BLYTH ONTARIO PHONE523.4433 office hours by appointment Emergency Coverage Through Clinton Hospital If Unavailable P.A. ROY INSURANCE Your agent for: C.I.A.G. LIFE C.I.A.G. CASUALTY CROP INSURANCE SOUTH EASTHOPE FARM FIRE . 17 Gibbings St., Clinton Bus, 482-9357 Res, 482.3855 PG.12. THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB. 6, 1974. Losing our hockey grip Howie Meeker, hockey's instant expert has won a good many friends and a fair few enemies in the past couple of years, Howie has revolutionized the art of colour commentary on NHL hockey broadcasts with his perceptive analysis and his knack of not saying what was expected of him, He doesn't pull punches and some like him for it and others hate him. Either way, it's been good for hockey. Meeker has extended his expertise into other areas including hockey schools and a televised hockey program for youngsters in which he teaches the proper way to learn the fundamentals of the game, In this month's issue of Maclean's magazine Meeker predicts a dark future for Canadian hockey. He predicts, among other things that the U.S. will soon surpass Canada in hockey skills, Americans are already, he says, ahead of us in the 9-12 age group. Now that the U.S. colleges and minor leagues have adopted Canadian rules, he says, it is only a matter of a few years before the Yanks catch up and then begin to dominate the game the same way they already dominate baseball, football and basketball. One of the reasons for this, Meeker says, is that Canadian coaches have a fair idea of how the game should be played from watching televised hockey, but very few know how to teach the fundamentals. He says that our coaches are trying to teach youngsters positional play and fancy tricks when the kids just aren't capable of thinking beyond the simple fact of how to shoot and carry the puck, "The average boy is not teachable until skating, puck handling and passing become as natural as breathing and walking," he says, "We must teach skills only from age eight to 12, To do this, he says, we need a national hockey philosophy and a National Sports C::lege to train qualified coaches capable of teaching the basics to kids, not only in hockey but in all sports. Meeker also knocks the trend in minor hockey to cut out all the players who don't show early promise. It eliminates all future for late -bloomers. It also means that hockey, except for a few professionals, is a kid's game. That's why in recent years in the West, a one-time hotbed of hockey, many youngsters have turned to curling, a game they can play their whole life rather than just as kids. Just how smart are we Canadians anyway? Bantams eliminate Zurich in O.M.H.A. February 1, Blyth won against Zurich 5-2. Terry Pierce scored assisted by Larry Howatt and Phil Arthur, Mike Siertsema from Gary Mann- ing, Phil Arthur from Steven Bromley and Phil Arthur from Terry Pierce and Larry Howatt and Brian Bromley assisted by Steve Howson. Then Zurich scored two goals. U On Feb, 4 Blyth travelled to Zurich and won by a 8-2 score, Scorers were Terry Pierce from Dale Whitfield, Steven Bromley from Larry Howatt and Dale Whitfield, Brian Bromley from Brad Bromley and Steve Howson, Terry Pierce from Dale Whitfield. Zurich scored two goals then Blyth scored 4 more. i These were scored by Larry Howatt from Dale Whitfield and Steven Bromley, Gary Manning from Terry Pierce, Phil Arthur unassisted, and Steven Bromley unassisted. On Saturday, Feb, 2 Blyth Bantams played Clinton an exhibi- tion game and won by a 4.3 score, Clinton opened the scoring a goal by Robert Heard. Blyth then scored by Terry Pierce unassisted. Terry Pierce scored again unassisted. Clinton scored two more with Steve Jones and Peter Tompson. Phil Arthur scored for Blyth unassisted. Blyth now plays the winner of the Ripley -Drayton series. Blyth also plays in Ilderton Friday, Feb. 8 at 9:30 against Langton and Saturday, Feb. 9 at 8:45 in a tournament with goals to count. Atoms thump Lucknow The Blyth Atoms defeated Ripley Friday night by a 3-1 score and continued their, winning streak. Blyth kept constant pressure on during the whole game but could only come up with three goals. Goal scorers were Bruce Hunking from Don Reid, Bruce Hunking unassist- ed and Robbie Plunkett from Neil Elliott, On Monday the Blyth team came up with a very strong team effort and downed Lucknow 7-1, It was a good game in every aspect and had Blyth leading 2.1 going into the Peewees dro from playoff Blyth Peewees were eliminated from further play in the OMHA playdowns as Zurich took the series in two straight games. In an extremely rough game in Zurich the. Blyth boys fell behind 3-0 in the first period and though they came on strong in the second and third period they could not overcome these three goals and were defeated 4.2. Grant Campbell from Jeff Watson and Brian McClinchey with an unassisted goal counted for Blyth. Blyth picked up three of the 11 penalties with Steve Reid, Jeff Watson and Darryl Youngblut final period. in the last period the whole team came to life and they scored five unanswered goals. Goal scorers were Bruce Hunk- ing unassisted, Bruce Hunking from Neil Elliott, Frank Van Dongen from Rick Scrimgeour, Rick Scrimgeour from Frank Van Dongen, Frank Van Dongen from Mike Kowalchuk, Charles Hull from Bruce Hunking and Robbie Plunkett unassisted. Next home game is Friday night against Lucknow. p scene ending up in the sin bin. On Monday, Feb. 4 Zurich defeated Blyth by an identical 4.2 score although play was almost reversed. Blyth led 2.1 at the end of the second period. But Zurich came on strong in the third period scoring three times with the third goal being scored into an empty net. Steven Siertsema scored both of Blyth's goals while Darryl Young- blut and Greg Hallam assisted. Steve Reid picked up three of the six penalties called. Grant Love was Zurich's big gun as he scored five of their eight goals. Tight games in broomball action With one exception scores were very close in the Blyth Broomball League Tuesday night. 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Send your dollars to: CARE Canada Department 4 63 Sparks St. Ottawa, KIP 5A6 Please cut out thiscoupon and return it with your, donation. CARE will send you an official receipt and a report on current overseas programs, 1 enclose; to help through CARE.•: Signature ... . Name Address City Province ..... Mrs. Allan McCall Bureau editor phone 887-6677i Duff's Church Walton holds annual congregational meeting Members of the congregation of Duff's United Church in Walton had their annual meeting on Sunday afternoon in the church basement, There was a good attendance and excellent reports received, Rev, Docken said grace then lunch was served following the morning church service by the 8th and 16th unit ladies. Prior to the annual meeting it was moved that Mrs. Harvey Craig be secretary for the meeting. The 1973 minutes were approved as read followed by a thank you letter for articles sent to the Rescue Mission in London. Rev, Docken showed a film on the life of the church entitled, "The Church is" which proved most interesting to those present. The children now went over to the manse where other pictures were shown to them under the leader- ship of Mrs, Mac Sholdice. The congregation stood in a moment's silence to honor the memory of Duff's United Church members who passed away in 1973: Norman Williamson, Edward Sum- mers and Jennifer, David Sholdice, Chad Craig and Mrs, Thomas Hackwell. New hymn books have been placed in the church in memory of the late Norman Williamson on behalf of the neighbours and on Sunday morning during the church service in memoryof the late Mrs, Lily Hackwell, donated by the Hart family of Fillmore, Sask• Rev. Docken on behalf of the session thanked the past elders, Allan Searle, Harvey Craig and Mac Sholdice for their help and support over the past five years. Two new members to the commit- tee of Stewards took turns with opening exercises during the year. Mission Band held ten meetings during the year. Donations were sent to UNICEF and gifts and money given to the Children's Aid Society. The Tyros did project India and all classes continued with the study of India, The Lost and Found Group under the leadership of Miss Hookstra, Seaforth and Mrs. Docken held special events including, Bake Sale, Hallowe'en Surprise Party, Christmas Party, Decoupage and Sheepskin rug draw. They enjoy fun and fellowship in a unique mixing of girls from varied faiths and several neighbouring commun- ities, Fred Dunk reported on the outdoor P.A. system for the church and he also moved a vote of thanks to Rev, and Mrs. Docken for their Walton personals Recent guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Humphries were Mr, and Mrs. Fred Dunk and - William Bennett, on the occasion of Mr, Bennett's birthday, Jan. 20. Mrs. Keith,Rock is a patient in the Seaforth Community Hospital, and we wish her a speedy recovery'. Last Wednesday the executive of the Walton Women's Institute met at the home of Mrs. Bill Humphries. When plans were made for the February meeting on the 20th. It was decided to have an evening of games, euchre, special prizes and a bake sale with the community invited, The hostess to look after the smorgasbord lunch is Mrs. K. McDonald, Mrs, H. Bolger, Mrs. G. McCall and Mrs. Van Vlict Jr. Miss Lynn McDonald, nurse -in - training at Woodstock Hospital spent the weekend at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin McDonald. The committee of Mrs, Jan Van Vliet Jr., Mrs, Harvey Craig, Mrs. support your local assoeiatioo for the mentally retarded II 111 Canadian Association for the Mentally Retarded, Allan McCall and Mrs. J. Van Vliet Sr. will convene the card party this Friday evening in the community hall. Mrs. Harold Bolger has been in London the past couple of weeks staying at the home• of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lillycrop while Mrs. Lillycrop, the formet•Shirley Bolger has been hospitalized. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Achilles and Debbie of Fergus visited on Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Rollie Achilles, On Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Achilles visited Mr. and Mrs. Bill Taylor and family of Kintail, Mr, ancit,M rs, Nelson Marks and family were Sunday supper guests with Mr. and Mrs. Brian Pryce, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Coutts left on Saturday for a two week vacation in Florida, Miss Gail Traviss and friend from Sarnia spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herb Traviss, leadership and inspiration. Rev, Docken replied to the congrega- tion. It was voted to order two dozen of the new hymn books, Each organization is to appoint one member to be on the Worship Committee. It was announced that film strips could be loaned from the Presbytery Resources Centre at Mitchell The meeting adjourned with prayer by Rev. Docken. Graeme Craig and Walter Bewley were accepted with a third to be chosen and be installed at a morning church service in the near future, New members to the Committee of Stewards are: Bruce Clark; Mac Sholdice, Allan Searle and Rae Houston. _— Several ministers were suggest- ed for special speakers at the anniversary services, This left with the session to look into. The session showed in their report: Received by Profession of Faith, 15; Received by certificate, 4; Transfer, 21; Baptism, 5; Marriages, 2; Deaths, 3 and total membership, 248. The treasurer reported receipts of 11,542.15 and the M & S Fund objective was explained by Rev. Docken. It was voted to continue with Anne Rueber and Live/Love Project for another year. " Mr. Martin Baan voiced his appreciation for money that had been sent to Gerald Baan who is presently in Africa, serving a two year contract with Canadian University Services Overseas. It was suggested to have 'a special fund set up and have a special service for Gerald's work as an agricultural volunteer in Ghana, Mrs. Walter Bewley reported that the U.C.W. had a most successful year and thanked all the ladies for their help. The highlight of the year was the turkey supper in November. The U.C.W. had five general meetings and five execu- tive meetings during the year. Each unit has its own projects to assist in the work of the general U.C.W. A new stove was purchas- ed for the manse and the papering in the hall was completed. There will be no church services when the "minister takes holidays from July 8 to August 8. Mrs, Ron Bennett reported for the Sunday School and a superin- tendent is still needed, as some of` the teachers. 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GIANT SPOOL FOR 1" THICK CABLE rests on the deck of a Voyageur Air Cushion Vehicle in Canada's Northwest. Twelve miles of cable were laid -- stretching from Langley Island to Imperial 011 Ltd.'s Adgo G-28 Project oil drilling site Just below the 70th parallel in the Mackenzie River Delta region. Later, supplies for Adgo were brought on an air cushion barge that used the cable to propel itself. The ACV, built in Grand Bend, which exerts a surface pressure of only '/3 pound per square inch, handled the Job on ice 13 inches thick. About 2.1/2 times that thickness is needed to support wheeled or tracked vehicles. R.C.schcol board chairman looks ahead BY WILMA OKE At a meeting of the Huron -Perth County Roman Catholic Separate School Board in Seaforth Jan. 25, Michael Connolly, RR 3, Kippen, appointed chairman of the Board on Jan. 7, presented his inaugural address as follows: "The Huron -Perth Separate School Board is beginning its sixth year of operation. Over the past five years this Board has worked conscientiously to provide the best possible educational opportunities for the children entrusted to its care. "We have made significant progress in the area of school program. We have provided learning materials and technical hardware to assist in the individ- ualization of instruction. We have expanded our special education services to meet the needs of exceptional children. As well, we have looked at our school buildings and we have completed additions to schools and renovated others to update them in line with current needs. "The Board is now beginning a new year of operation. Each member of this Board has accepted new committee responsibilities. Each member will be faced with new challenges. I know that each of you will deal with these challenges with serious deliberation and responsible action. As chairman of this Board 1 would like to set forth some priorities to which we should address ourselves during the coming year. "Our first objective has to focus on the evaluation of the programs in our schools with particular attention to our Religious Educa- tion Program. Each child entrusted to our care is a unique and marvellous being. Therefore; we must continually work at program development to insure that each child is being provided with the best opportunity to develop to the fullness of his or her potential. In addition to existing programs, this Board will take action to implement pilot programs in Family Life Instruction. • "With reference to programs, I will be asking the administrative staff to submit a full report on the progress of the programs being conducted in each school. In this way we can evalute our current • is and set forth new priorities. \ second priority is the area of communication channels within our total organization. We must insure that there is an adequate two-way communication channel between this Board and the teachers and parents in our two -county jurisdic- tion. As well, I feel this Board CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 r 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 THE MUSIC MAKER 186 North St, Blyth S. & D. Medd * LARGE VARIETY OF MUSICAL AND' SOUND EQUIPMENT AT BIG DISCOUNTS. * OPEN 5 P.M. - 10 P.M. WEEKDAYS AND ALL DAY ON WEEKENDS. PHONE 523-4455 Mens Snowmobile Suits Reg $39.95 Special Thur., Fri. & Sat. only $3x.95 11. MaflhII!s SHOES,•MEN'S & BOYS' WEAR, "The store, with the good manners." CLINTON DRY CLEANERS PICK UP AT MADILL'S ON THURSDAY & FRIDAY. New Mattresses Galore WHERE THE PRICES ARE RIGHT WE TAKE TRADE-INS C and E Furniture Highway 21 South 1/2 MILE SOUTH OF GODERICH Phone 524-7231 THE BIG RED BARN i LAID The income tax help system and howto make itworkforyou. As you know by now, we changed a lot of things last year. We gave you a new return, a new Guide, several new deductions and a few new rules. And quite honestly, we were more than a little concerned about your reaction to it all. 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To the addrdss below. Explain your as possible and include all in - ,'r �}'� format on. (And yoblem as our return address, please.) In . return, we'll answer all letters as quickly and clearly as possible. Remember— if you need help, it's there. (And free). And all you have to do is ask, April Aid. The Income Tax help system. Let's make it work for you. National Revenue Bldg., 166 Frederick St., Kitchener, LOnt. N2H 2M4-579-6060 mom tlttltttltttttttr tttttattttt� tttttttttttttttt� tltttttttltttttt� tlttttttltttttltt� Together, we can get it done. IAN Revenue Canada Revenu Canada lw Taxation Imp& Robert Stanbury, Minister Robert Stanbury, ministre 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 Bill Smiley "A ROSE BY ANY OTHER NAME,,," by Bill Smiley What's in a name? Quite .a bit, if you're going to be stuck with it for the rest of your life, When the young people were i� tr n to think of a name fo trying r m Y new grandson, 1 started pondering on this whole business of Christian monikers, Naming of children seems to go in cycles, And the names in one generation seem either ugly or affected to the people of the next generation. There was a time when girls were quite happy to be called Pearl or Ruby, Mabel or Myrtle or Elsie. If a girl were given a name like that today, she'd run away from home at the age of five. The same period produced boys' names like Elmer, Horace, Marvin, not to mention those two great poets, one Greek, one Latin: Homer and Virgil. That was known as the bad period to be tagged. Before that was the romantic period. In my another's family, the boys were dubbed things like Drayton, Emerson, Lionel, Ivan. On my wife's sick, her mother was Sophia, and her mother's sisters were Charlotte and Esther. Those ladies wound up as Sophie, Lottie and Accy, but the damage was done. My wife's mother named her Ivy and her sister iris, but they didn't turn out to be a couple of clinging vines. My wife hates her name so I call her Suse, which seems to suit her. My own mother was on the ebb -tide of the romantic period, but she did name her daughters Florence and Norma. They wound up as Floss and The Brat, so it wasn't too bad. With the boys' names, my ma wasn't too bad, but my brothers are Byron Arnott Keith and Donald Allan Blake, and I'm William Bryant Thomson. Not too awful, really, but my brothers emerged as Blake and Arnott. I have been called Billy, Bill, Willie and Will, among other things, but have never been known as William, except in legal documents, i was the lucky one. 1 grew up in an age of Jacks and Bobs and Bills and Joes and Toms, A Gordon was Suspect, and a Honer was hooted novel. Chen (pronounced Shen) aut of the gang, unless he could means in Chinese "first-born", find a nick -name like Stints or Piggy Her mother's face didn't fall or Greasebali or some such more than a foot. My bloodpress- affectionate nomenclature, ure went up only twenty points. In my group, there was a Harold, However, he said smilingly, it's and Arnold and a Clayton. They kinda cute when you get used to it. were tolerated because they Russian, Chinese, and his fast name is Sieber, which is German. became Smokey Oakes, Goon (meson and Pappy Warren. A real conglomerate, After my generation, a new wave As soon as he's up to mine, I'm of snobbery set in, as women going to call him Kneecap, started calling their kids after heroes in the Ladies Home Journal and British novels. There sprouted a whole crop of Peters and Stevens and Michaels and Jeffreys and Christophers and Marks and Matthews and Nichol- ases and Davids and Tans. There wasn't a George or a John in the lot. And the girls got it too. There were Samanthas and Natalies and Sonyas and Patrices and Lises and Pamelas and Elizabeth Janes and Rhondas and Deborahs, My God, nvere there Dcborahs! 1 have five of them this year in a class with twelve girls in it. Finding a girl called Mary these days is just as tough as finding a boy called John. Oh, I'm not blaming the parents all that much. It's no joke, choosing a name. We were going to call our first-born Judy, because it was to be a girl. it didn't have the right plumbing, so we named it Hugh, after a Sir Hugh Smiley in Ireland. And do you know, the old skinflint didn't even put our boy in his will? Second time around, we took no chances. The kid was to be called Kim, which would suit either sex, We thought it was different, The only Kim around was Kini Novak. A dozen years later, there was Kim on every street -corner. Well, like all grandparents, not wanting to interfere, just trying to be helpful, we tried to ram a name clown my daughter's throat for her infant, But most of the good ones were gone. In her own family connect- ion, there are already: a Peter and a Paul; a David and a Hugh; a Steven and a Patrick; a Matthew and a Darcy. All the good ones were gobbled up. We suggested Geoffrey and Mark and Michael and others, and at each, she'd say, "Echhh, that reminds me of..." The kid was a week old. i was getting desperate. I asked my students to help me. They really tried. They came up with Charley and Cool -hand Luke and Jim and Oscar. Big help. Well, 1 know the suspense is killing you, so I'll tell. They named the poor little kid Nicove Chen, Nicove (pronounced Kneecove) is a character in a Dostoievski BLYTN MEAT MIRIET Phone ..523-4551 BURNS CAMPFIRE SIDE BACON "PETER PIPER" BOLOGNA STORE SLICED COOKED HAM LEO DOR ONION RINGS SUNSHINE 2# FRENCH FRIES 99c L B . 59c L B . $1.79LB, 39c BOX 59c EA. CUSTOM KILLING iN GOV'T. INSPECTED ABBATOIR TUES. THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB, 6, 1974. PG,15. Blyth groups entertain at Huronview With the lifting of the quarantine on Monday morning, programs during the week were back on schedule, Marie Flynn of Clinton assisted Mary Taylor, Norman Speir and Jerry Collins to provide the Old Tyme Music for Mondays get together along with volunteers from the Clinton Christian Reform- ed Church, The Blyth Women's Institute was host on Wednesday for the January Birthday Party. The 26 celebrants were presented with gifts following the program. Mrs. John Hesselwood, president of the Institute was M.C. for the afternoon and introduced the following rnembers: a sing -a -long led by Mrs, Campbell accompanied by Mrs. Richmond; vocal solos by Debbie Hicks accompanied by MrS. McDougall. Mr. and Mrs, Calvert Falconer showed coloured slides of places of interest in the Blyth area and across Canada. Gaily decorat- ed cup cakes and tea were served to 150 residents and guests by the ladies. Norman Speir one of the celebrants thanked those respon- sible for the party. Mr. Jim Lawrie of Blyth arranged and introduced a special Bobbie Burns program for "Family Night" on January 24. Norma Daer was piano accompanist for the evening with dance numbers by Karen Glousher, Kim Craig and Pat Stackhouse; songs by Bill and Mary Marsh, harmonica selections by Lloyd Walden, Harvey McDow- ell and Jim Lawrie. Administrator, Mr. Archibald, a patriot of Robbie Burns thanked the entertainers on behalf of everyone, The Rythm Band from Goderich Phsychiatric Hospital with Gordon Harrison as leader and piano accompanist provided the "Family Night" program. Shorty Munro M.C. for the evening introduced the numbers which included selections by the band, vocal solos and duets, marimba solos, a mouth organ and violin trio and the charleston, Miss Ida Cunningham expressed the appreciation of the Residents for the fine hour of music, Used Car. 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' R9 LIBBY'S 2-14 OZ. SPAGHETTI MUFFINS. 45c TINS 0 WESTON'S 55c1 ROLLS 10c on 55c WITH CHEESE RASPBERRY JELLY S. AYLMER FANCY TOMATO 0 WESTON'S CINNAMON "JUICE 48 OZ. TIN 43c i s BUNS 10c OFF PKG. 49c 174 E CLOVER LEAF COOOE 7 3/ OZ.TIN SUNSHINE ORANGE Pi SALMON $1 .051 JU 10E 12 0Z. TiN 37c. KLEENEX FACIAL HI -LO CHOICE Ei TISSUES 2 PKGS.73C Pi FRENCH IVORY LIQUID 32 OZ, BOTTLE F R 1 E S 4 LB. BAG DETERGENT 89c P BLYTH BRAND WAXED BOLD TU R N 1 PS LB,DETERGENT8c N0. 1 LARGE 5 LB, PKG. $1.69 ICUCUMBERSaFfil COON'S SUPERIOR FOOD MARKET Phone 523-4421 We Deliver PG.16. THE BLYTH STANDARD, FEB. 6, 1974. Goats on ice Blyth Figure Skating Carnival was held recently with the theme, "The Sound of Music". The skating goats in the event were played by: [left to right], Robbie Adams, Todd Van Vliet, Laura Johns and Richard Snell. (Photo by Van Vliet] Westfield news BY MRS. CHARLES SMITH Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Howatt are Mr. and Mrs. Gerald McDowell on a two week vacation to Florida. and family visited on Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Donald Dow and evening with Mr. and Mrs. Norman family of East Wawanosh visited on McDowell of Auburn and Mr, and Thursday. with Mr. and Mrs. Mrs, Art Laidlaw and Karen of ' Jasper Snell. Wingham. Mr. and Mrs. James Boak of Misses Marjorie Smith and Reta Crewe visited on Sunday afternoon Wagner of Waterloo visited on with Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Cook Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. and family. Charlie Smith and Mr, Gordon Mr. Warren Gear of Toronto McDowell. visited on Sunday with Mr, and Mrs. Charlie Smith and Mr. Gordon McDowell. Visitors with Mrs. Mary McDow- ell and Graham on Saturday were Mr. and Mrs. John Gibb and Mr. and Mrs. Don McDowell and Craig of Waterloo. Miss Sharon Cook is visiting this week with the Don Stewart family of •Teeswater. Burns U.C.W. holds January meeting The January meeting of the members and two visitors present. Burns U.C.W. was held at the Mrs, Watson Reid opened the meeting, Special guest speakers were Elizabeth Pryce and Sandra Hulley who attended the Toc Alpha home of Miss Jean Leiper on Wednesday afternoon with 24 O.P.P. investigate crash During the week of January 28 to February 3 the following investiga- tions were carried out by officers at the Wingham Detachment of the O.P.P. • On Tuesday, Jan. 29 Garry 0. German of Blyth was involved in a collision with a parked vehicle owned by Sheila M. Henry of RR 1, Blyth, which was parked on Drummond Street, east of Coomas Street in Blyth. Total damages were estimated at $2500 and Mr. German was injured as a result of the accident. Charges are pending. On Thursday, Jan. 31 Mary E. Gibson of RR 1, Fordwich was involved in a single car accident on Huron County Road 30, south of Concession 6-7, Howick Township. There were no injuries, and damages were estimated at $250. On Thursday, Jan. 31 Leonard W. Lavelle of St. Marys and Clement J. Steffler of RR 3, Brussels were involved in a car -train collision on Sideroad 15-16 at the C.N.R. crossing in Grey Township. Mr, Lavelle was injured as a result, and damages were estimated at $1200. Charges are pending. // Conference at Niagara Falls. The girls were sponsored by the Cavan United Church, Winthrop. A question period followed. On behalf of the U.C.W. Josephine McGregor thanked the girls. Beryl Reid gave a reading and hymn 581 was repeated in unison, Mrs. Ed Bell conducted the business session. Roll call was payment of dues and one tea towel. There were three new members. The tea towels are to be sent to Camp Menesetung. Minutes of the last meeting were read. The treasurer's report was given by Jean Leiper. Thank you cards were read from Mrs. Tom Knox, Violet Hulley, Mae, George and Ria Smith, and Gloria McEwing, Gay Salverda and Ramona Jamieson are the leaders in the copper contest. The meeting closed with prayer. Grace was sung and lunch served. FINAL CLEARANCE TO MAKE WAY FOR SPRING MERCHANDISE 20 - 30% Gif ON COATS JACKETS PANTSUITS DRESSES LONG DRESSES DURING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 7he &deem /1 Ladies & Infants Wear Phone 523-4351 3 Lyth Behind the Scenes... Exhilerating excercise. BY KEiTI-1 ROULSTON college. All through high school We went down to the public physical education classes were school gym the other night to take a accepted and even enjoyed by most few pictures of local adults in a students. But once they reached recreation class. Things looked like college, nearly every student in the so much fun, we joined in for a class was trying to find some while. excuse to get an exemption from No doubt the aches and pains of the first year compulsory physical some of those taking part a few education class. Adults, you see, days later would make them just don't waste their time with wonder why they'd taken part, but physical activity in, our country. I'II bet that night they had a lot of Using the brain is admired. Using fun, brawn is frowned on. For myself, 1 experienced a feeling 1 hadn't felt in some years, the sort of warm exilcrating feeling that swells through you after honest physical exertion. It's a feeling that few Canadians have felt recently, including yours truly. We are a lazy nation. We are a bunch of slobs when it comes to physical fitness. Compared to just about any other nation in the world, we are fat, flabby and lethargic. Why? Certainly the usual scapegoat, the government, cannot take all the blame. In recent years the federal government has recognized the problem and has spent a good deal of money in trying to convince Canadians that, for their own good, they should get more exercise. Canadians have resisted manfully. Take a look at just about any recreation program anywhere and you'll sec it is aimed almost totally at youngsters. Sports for kids if fine; sports for adults is somehow frowned upon unless the adult is good enough to be a star. I remember a vivid illustration of the kind of negative attitude towards adult athletics back in The sad thing about this ridiculous attitude is that mental sharpness is improved by physical activity. For the person who earns a living with his head, physical exertion can be a relief from tough mental activity and can put the rest of the body in better physical condition making it, and the brain, more efficient. Today health costs are soaring. More and more money is being spent on health clinics, hospitals and health insurance. There seems to be no end to the cost spiral. How much could we reduce the problem, though, if we all adopted a simple program of physical activity to keep us in good physical shape. i admire the people taking part in the recreation program every week at the school gym and i admire those who took the time to organize the event...not that these people need praise from others. They're getting all the reward they need every week when they feel the exhileration of taking part. It's time we had more programs like this and more people like these to take part. Rjisfered Retiremen? Savings Pais See us now and Save Tax Dollars EVENING APPOINTMENTS ARRANGED Member Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation VG The senior Trust Company denoted entirely to serving the people of Ontario. VICTORIA and GREY TRUST COMPANY SINCE 1889 Serving & Investing in your community Lyle Zurbrlgg- Manager 524-7384 Lmmarna.100 KINGSTON ST., GODERICH