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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Blyth Standard, 1975-07-02, Page 1tie J rti'•'•i ii'Yrf;i; fri;iii? iii RLYTH, ONTARIO anda omm PRICE: 20 CENTS VOLUME 85 - NO. 27 11111,11111111111111 WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 1975. • re -opening next week The stage 'is sec (well almost) for the opening of the Blyth Summer Festival season next Wednesday night. The July 9 opening night will also be the occasion of the official re -opening of the Blyth Memorial Hall theatre. The village of >,. Blyth is sponsoring opening ceremonies beginning at 8:30 to be immediately followed by the opening night performance of Mostly In Clover, the adaptation of the books of Harry J. Boyle about growing up in the St. Augustine area. Invited to the opening were Robert McKinley, M.P. for Huron -Middlesex and Murray Gaunt, M.P.P. for Huron Bruce. Mr. Gaunt has said he will be present if at all possible. Mr, McKinley has not yet replied to the invitation. ; Blyth branch of the Royal Canadian Legion will participate in full dress with colour party. Also invited to the opening was Mr. Boyle himself but word has 'been received that he is sick in hospital following surgery and 'will be unable to attend the opening night.. He plans to attend the play later in the season. Following the opening night perform- ance there will be refreshments served in the Hall for all opening night guests. Giving a close look Grandpaw has Mast been sold a llfeslzed portrait 'of himself by a fast -talking painter salesman in the scene from Mostly in Clover, the adaptation of the Harry J. Boyle books about growing up in Huron county. Gord Bradley, as the painting, Jim Schaefer as the Ira Campbell dies at age 98 One of Huron county's oldest residents Ira Campbell of Belgrave died Monday, June 23 in his 98th year in Wingham and District Hospital Mr. Campbell was born in Belfast, near Lucknow, the son of the late James Campbell and Sara Ann Wilson. He was educated in West Wawanosh township and in early life was employed in the lumbering industry in Northern Ontario and later was woods manager for Spruce Falls Power and Paper Company, Kapuskasing. He married the former Gertrude Garniss on December 1, 1897. She predeceased 0'k him on: May 28, 1973 :-- �; The couple returned to Luer' painter and the suspicious grandpaw ' Ron Swartz are busy and moved to Belgrave, where theyk rehearsing this week for the opening night July 9 which will also see many happy years, in 1958. Mr. CanrY' :.«s..,.. re -opening ceremonies for Blyth Memorial Hall. --staff photo. was a member of Knox United Church, Belgrave. Warden favours restructuring if .power given Huron County Warden Anson McKinley told the monthly session of the county council that he would initiate restructuring within the county governmental system if the government of Ontario is willing to give more authority at the county level. Speaking as chairman of the restructur- ing committee Warden. McKinley told council members, that county administra- tion costs amounted to $311,000 not including committee ''pay. The total administration costs to all the municipali- ties was over $684,000. Restructuring or local government reform could reduce the present 45 member council to 29 if it is adopted and thereby greatly reduce the administrative cost burden. Council is watching Oxford County Council closely as they have adopted a restructuring program and trimmed their council to 20 members. There great polarization between coui(cil members on the effects of a restructuring program. One member stated that a cutback would mean a heavier work load on a smaller number. It was feared that this would cause more and lengthier meetings ' and would discourage members from seeking re-election. However it was also argued that restructuring could be beneficial to smaller towns and ' villages and provide better services to ratepayers. Clinton Reeve Harold Lobb explained, "...we have a good system at present and the only way to improve it is to cut costs,"' The county has employed the services of a student for the summer to meet with reeves and clerks of each municipality to obtain information from the 1974 auditors report and the 1975 budget and to note the increases and' decreases in the annual reports, He will also review the capital expenditures and make any necessary recommendations in connection with rt.. tructuring, Under the provisions (I' the Municipal Act tl;r council is Ilrantcd i);;tions in thy. formation of .► council and number of votes allotted to each municipality. Under the section which the council is presently constituted it accounts for a reeve for up to 1000 electors; over 1000 a reeve and a deputy reeve; over 2000 the reeve has an additional vote; and over 3000 the reeve and deputy reeve have a second vote. Section 27 (a) of the act allows a reeve for up to 2500 electors, over 2500 a reeve and a deputy reeve; over 5000 the reeve has a second vote and over 7500 the reeve and deputy reeve have a second vote. The third alternative provides for a reeve only. For up to 2000 electors the reeve would have two votes, three votes for up to 3000 electors and four votes if there are over 3000 electors. The Restructuring committee, will sit in on a session of Essex County Council on July 9 to examine their system that has done away with committees. The 41 member council deals with all matters in council and statutory committees meet during the sessions. If council were to adopt either of the optional sections, Section (a) would provide a presentation of 29 members with 30 votes while section (b) calls for a representation of 26 members with 56 votes. Council currently has 45 inembers with 56 votes. Lawrie leads debate over union contract After,considerable debate and a lengthy recess Huron County Council recommend- ed Friday the signing of a new one year agreement with Canada Union of Public Employees, local 1305, covering Public health inspectors and staff. The new agreement which expires June 30, 1976, provides for an increaseof 15 to 22 per cent and for the first time will include plumbing inspectors. Under the terms of the new agreement the county's four public health inspectors will receive between $11,100 and $14,000; the two plumbing inspectors will receive between $11,500 and $14,400; secretary and bookkeeper between $6,800 and $8,400; secretary -steno between $6,400 and $8,000; clerk -typist between $6,000 and $7,600 while dental assistant fees will be $30 per day. No additional employee benefits were granted in the contract and the maximum -salaries for the public health and plumbing inspectors will be effective after five years rather than four as in the previous contract. The debate was sparked by Executive Committee chairman Robin Lawrie who argued that the executive committee had jurisdiction rights. over the plumbing inspectors. Members argued that is simply a. matter of semantics and that if a plumbing inspectors does any sanitary inspection he comes under the Board of Health and must be a member of a union. After a lengthy recess to establish jurisdictional rights a motion was passed Continued on Page 3 One daughter, Mrs. Edwin (Ivy) Ansley of Thessalon survives him. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren and 45 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Two sons predeceased him as did three brothers, George, John, and Elwood. The funeral service took place from the S.J. Walker Funeral Home, Wingham on Thursday, June 26, 1975 with Rev. John G. Roberts officiating. Serving as pallbearers were grandsons Donald Campbell, Allan Campbell, Bruce Campbell, Bernard Campbell, Ira. Campbell and Rodney Ansley. Keith Van Camp and Robert Straughan were flower bearers. Those attending ' the funeral from a distance were: Mr. and Mrs. John Blanchard, Hanover; Mr. and Mrs, Ira Campbell and family of Galt; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Straughan and Colleen, Goderich; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Fritzley, Goderich; Mr. and Mrs. Stewart, Dungannon; Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Campbell and Mrs. Winnifred Campbell, Lucknow; Mr, and Mrs. Donald Campbell and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Campbell and boys, Mr, and Mrs, Harold Jardin all of London; Mrs. Edith Phillips and Albert of St. Helen's; Mr, and Mrs. Bill Thom, Toronto; Mr. and Mrs, Frank Leslie, Mississauga; Mr. and Mrs. Dynes Campbell, Dungannon; Mr. and Mrs, Clifford Menory,' Lucknow; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Helm; Mr, and Mrs. Rodney Ansley, Dublin; Mr. and Mrs. John Hunter, Lucknow. Calling all slobs, Here's your chance to get in shape Are you flabby and out of shape? Does your waist line look like a half -deflated beach ball? Do your biceps look like Charles Atlas...in the "before" picture? If so the Blyth Summer Recreation program has help. The group of local young people funded by an Opportunities For Youth program are trying to organize recreation programs for the summer. They've had no trouble getting the kids involved but the adult and teenagers have been a different problem. The group called an organizational meeting of those interested last Monday night but few turned out. So they're trying again this week on Monday night at 7:30 at the Public School. Come on all you flabby teens and adults. Do something about your miserable state. G. 2. TAE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975 1000 visit opening of car dealership If the success of a grand opening can be measured by the number of visitors, the Bridge Motors' grand opening recently must be one of the greatest success stories ever, Close to 1300P ersons attended the three-day event, much to the delight of the entire Bridge family. In the aftermath, Monday still saw the show room and offices festooned with the countless plants and flowers sent with congratulatory messages from the many friends and business associates of the company. Flowers sprouted from the tops of cars, on windowsills and, indeed, in every bit of space available. Among the draw prize winners was Ken Wheeler of Belgrave, This 'n' That Clinton gets socked again Last week we pointed out how lucky we were as far as taxes went :o compared to Clinton where the mill rate, already a lot higher than ours, went up by 37 mills, We had another example of the higher cost of living in "the Hub" last week when we nearly ran out of gas there and had to stop for a tank full, It seems its already August there, at least at the station we stopped at. While some people were complaining becauset heir gas station hiked the price of gasoline by 10 cents hours after the government announced the new tax last week, Clinton dealers were one step ahead. They had hiked the price by 15 cents even though the extra Joan Howatt, daughter of Mr, five cents isn't supposed to be and Mrs. James Howatt of added until At;* *st. Londesboro graduated June 4 from the _University of Western We received a belated report Ontario with a Bachelor of Arts from Hullett township council degree in French. Joan plans to meeting in June this week. attend London Teachers College Among the details for Hullett In the fall, resident were building permits issued to Jane Hogg art, addition to a house; H. Webster, Auburn, porch; J. DeWeerd silo and barn; Fred Marshall, shed; Wayne Kennedy, house; A. Fidom, addition to barn; Wm, Gibbings, shed; T. B. Allen, addition to roof, *** Adrian Vos, who has written a column called Agricultural Tid- bits for this and other county papers for some time now is discontinuing the column. The column had been aimed at the consumer with the hope of promoting more understanding of farm problems but the only response Mr, Vos had was from other farmers. He gathered he was preaching to the converted and as decided to save his energy for other tasks, one of which includes writing a monthly column in Rural Voice, the farm publication put out by The Standard, `standard KEITH & JILL ROULSTON, Co -Publishers Published every Wednesday at Queen St., Blyth, Ont. Subscription rates (in advance) - Canada, $8.00 Outside Canada, $10.00 Single copies: 20 cents Authorized as second class mall by Canada , Post Office, Registration number 1319, Box 10, Blyth, Ontario. Telephone 523.9646. BUSINESS DIRECTORY REID & PETERSON Chartered Accountants 218 JOSEPHINE ST. 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YOUR CHOICE FROM ONE OF THE LARGEST INVENTORIES ON f HIS CONTINENT, Telephone 523.9613b Lawrie leads debate Continued from Page 1 to transfer plumbing inspection to the Board of Health and- be subject to union negotiations. In other council business the executive committee recommended to council that a new Health and Social Services Co-ordinat- ing Committee be formed. The committee is to study and look into matters pertaining to health social services and related services within the County. it was recommended that the committee consist of the Warden, chairman of the Board of Health, Chairman of the Social Services Committee, President of the HuronCounty Childrens Aid Society, the Medical Officers of Health, the Childrens Aid Society local director, the Social Services Administrator and the County Clerk. . over new union The formation of the committee was recommended by the Childrens Aid Society to keep closer touch on social services in the county. Goderich Township Reeve Gerry Ginn claimed that the formation of such a committee was a step in the right direction but it was five years later in coming. Huron Coiunty Council supported a recommendation of the Development Committee that the Warden or the Development Officer, R.S. Cummings, attenda Ministry of Transportation and Communication hearing to support an application of Huron Trails Incorporated for an Airline Limousine Service. Huron Trails have made an application to the Ontario Highway Transport Board THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. PG. 3. contract for a licence to operate an airline limousine service from Goderich, Clinton ane Seaforth to Toronto International Airport and from the airport to other points in Huron County. The service calls for a single fare rate around $30 and half -fare rates for additional passengers. Council endorsed the recommendation to send delegates to the July 2 hearing in Toronto to indicate support of the service. The rates for the service will be fixed by the Ministry of Transportation and Communication, Goderich Reeve Stan Profit argued that council should not sand delegates to the hearing. "We should not send representatives so a company can get a licence. It's promoting a business," he said. "They are in Government to crack down on sale of guns BY MURRAY GAUNT, M.P.P. [HURON -BRUCE) Ontario has considered licenc- ing outlets or salesmen of guns in the Province, Attorney General John Clement said this week. Possible moves that are cur- rently being studied are; a cooling off period of 48 hours or more from the time of application for purchase of a weapon; a ban on sale or possession of semi-auto- matic guns; and an increase in the age limit of 16 for purchase of a rifle or gun. *** An amendment to the Highway Traffic Act to provide additional controls in respect to mopeds was introduced in the Legislature this week by the Minister of Transpor- tation and Communications John Rhodes. Helmets not be required by "law for drivers of mopeds, under the amendment. Other changes in the Act: •the legal age to drive a moped is restricted to 16 years and over (previously, it was 14), Pro-life plans ad campaign A Pro-life meeting was held Monday, June 16, 1975 in the Lucknow Town Hall. Mr. Adrian Keet, president of the Wingham Pro-life group chaired the meet- ing, It was well represented by groups from Wingham, Walker- ton, and Goderich. Mr, Adrian Keet gave the introductions and opening remar- ks, Mrs. Sally Campeau gave a detailed report on the trip to Ottawa on May"29. They stressed to us the fact that the mos important thing we must do is to educate the public as to the facts concerning abortion. On June 21, a "Walk for Life" was held with the participants walking 10 miles. The money realized from this project will go towards advertising expenses and the purchase of literature, Rev. Kenneth Hawthorne expressed the benefit of using radio commercials and reported on the cost.of financing these. A film was shown which stressed the fact that an unborn baby is an individual human being with a right to be born and live. It also demonstrated the various methods used in perform- ing abortions. Following the film a panel was formed of the following people: Connie Osbor- ne, Dr. Wilkins, Dr. Leahy, Mrs. Sally Campeau, Mr. Adrian Keet, and Mr. Geo. Brophy. Dr. Wilkins brought to light the Christian aspect of abortion, reading from Psalm 139:12; Jeremiah 1:4; and the first part of the book of Luke. The question was raised as to how many abortions are performed. Across Canada upwards of 50,000 abort- ions are performed per year. One hospital alone in Hamilton aver- aged 120 per week. The meeting ended with coffee and cookies being served. *drivers are required to have a driver's licence of some sort, or obtain a one-year temporary instructor's permit, *no passengers will be permitted on a moped, •insurance and registration with the Ministry ' of Transportation and Communications is required for all vehicles. ,Mr. Rhodes said mopeds will bellowed on all provincial roads and\ highways except major codtrolled access freeways, where bicycles are now prohibited. Under the new amendments municipalities will be able to ban mopeds on roads where the speed limit is 50 m.p.h. or over. The new law is expected to come into effect in the next two weeks before the House rises for the summer. The Minister of Consumer and Commercial Affairs said Ontario drivers face a 1S per cent increase in automobile insurance rates on July 1 and should shop around for a better insurance deal, because there is likely to be a 40 per cent differential of rates between various companies. Formal ap- proval of the new rates will come soon. *** Approximately 70,000 Ontario Pro-life raises $2500 in waikathon June 21 was a great day for it in about four hours. In spite of anything, but especially for the the blisters, a good time was had, Goderich and Wingham District due to a great extent to the fact Pro-life groups. that they had some dedicated In the early morning, under people look after everyone at the perfect weather conditions, awalk check points. The most attractive Pro-life was started at the Victoria points were, the farm of Mr, and Street United Church. Mr. Mrs. P. Osborn where the women McKinley and several dignitaries of the Christian Reformed Church leaded the group. Almost every- provided refreshments and in the one made the 10 -mile stretch. A basement of the United Church,' group of boys managed it in about where the Rev. L. Warr had his rwo hours. The bulk accomplished forces do the same. -.171111....•. competition with other companies and should do it on their own. In a final bit of business the property committee has been granted authorization to proceed with a County Ensign contest open to all residents of the county. The school boards have been asked to handle all the school participation and all other entries which are to be 6" x 12" must be submitted to the Development officer before November 1, 1975. Prizes totalling $200 will be awarded but the contest rules stipulate that the winning entry will not necessarily be used as the County ensign. The final decision will be made by County Council following the judging of the Property Committee. students are likely to be unable to find summer jobs this year, and the Provincial Government says there is little they can do to assist these young people. Provincial Treasurer Darcy McKeough said "There's no conceivable way we could have placed 70,000 students this summer". He stated the Government has hired thousands. ofstudents for the summer and "we have a hard enough time keeping them .busy". *** Recommendations for sweep- ing changes to control the operations of the dump truck industry in Ontario were contain- ed in a report tabled in the Legislature this week. Some of the provisions are that: •dump trucks carrying loose loads cover their loads with tarpaulins, •all dump trucks carrying road construction materials should be licensed and registered, •public hearings should be held in the five regions of the Ministry of Transportation and. Communi- cations - Toronto, Kingston, London, North Bay and Thunder Bay - each winter to determine if additional truck licences should be granted in that region, •shippers, who load the trucks, be held jointly responsible for overloading any dump truck on the road. • The report also stated there should be "More effective en- forcement of Ontario laws at the interprovincial ports of entry", especially if Quebec officials continued restricting the entry of Ontario truckers into areas of Quebec. 1975 Hornet, 6 cylinder, door sedan [3 to choose from] 1975 Buick Century 4. d . or 1975 Ford 1/2 ton 2 1974 Olds Cutlass s =dans with air conditioning. 1974 Olds Cutlas, 2 door, hardtop with air c•nditioningr 1974 Matador, 4 • oor. 2-1974 Buick C = tury, 4 door 1973 Olds Delt : 88, 4 door, hard top. 1973 Chev. 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Phone 523-9581 :-'1.L. i..Y :`::1:::..}l:•1. . . •t: 111:. �:ti .l .� ii }:-.•:1!i it}:.•::'!:{':ti ��� PG. 4. THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. Horse on a lonely hill These idiots make our leaders look like angelic geniuses When John Turner jumps the price of gasoline 10 cents a gallon literally one night, we get a little exasperated with our leaders. When Bill Davis comes up with another one of his hair -brained reorganization schemes for education or regional government or regional health care, we get uptight. But Canadians were given two examples of just how lucky they should feel last week. The examples are provided by the leaders of India and Uganda. The craziest things our leaders can do, for example, wouldn't come near thc action of Idi Amin . And none of the power grabbing our politicians have ever tried can hold a candle to Mrs. Gandhi's iron handed actions in India. The sad part about the Ujandan situation, of course, is that it took an incident like the Denis Hills situation to spotlight what is going on in Support is encouraging Blyth Summer Festival opens its first summer theatre season next Wednesday night and so far nearly all the signs have been good. The first year of such a venture needs a good deal of public support and the support given by the people of the Blyth community has been very encouraging. Blythites, both as individuals and groups have been most helpful to the organizers with financial and manpower donations. When the company has needed to borrow furniture for sets or other requirements, they have always met with a good deal of enthusiasms. The Blyth recreation -committee and the village council have also given the new c:gc{rifzation strong support. All this ji a good sign. It shows for one thing, the kind of warm, ris :. rive friendliness we have in our community. It also helps get this all important first season off the ground for the summer theatre, If the theatre is a success it can mean a lot of good things for the village. It can pump more money into the local community. It can mean facilities here that we could never normally expect to afford in a community this size. It can mean an added dimension that will make life in the Blyth community just that much more interesting. The battle is only half won, of course. The preparations for the season are well advanced. But now the success depends on getting people into the theatre. Box office receipts make up a good deal of the budget of the group this first season and so it is important that crowds be large enough to pay the bills, It is hoped that local people will not only attend, but will help promote the season to their friends and neighbours. And it is hoped residents will welcome visitors to the community when they attend the theatre as well as they have the cast and crew of the summer theatre. Let's prove what a good community this is. Turner's good turn for Tories Nothing John Turner could have done would have helped Bill Davis retain his position as premier of Ontario as much as the new gas tax he imposed in last week's budget. The provincal Tories led by Margaret Scrivenor have claimed for some time that Ottawa has held back funds for housing in Ontario to make the provincial government look bad and help the Ontario Liberals in an upcoming election. The charges have been denied and sound a little ridiculous anyway. But any doubt about their veracity had to go down the drain with the Turner budget. Mr. Turner provided jt:st the kind of ammunition Bill Davis wanted. Mr. Davis has been inventing all kinds of diversionary issues to try to keep from going before the voters either on what he has done in the past four years or what he has planned for the next term. So he's come up with the famous commission on violence on television, he's clamped down on pornography on Yonge Street in Toronto and come up with his fight against higher oil prices. The fight with Ottawa over oil prices serves several purposes. First it makes Davis look like the one guy who's worried about the pocket book of the little guy in the street. Secondly, it gives Davis an enemy he can flail at without getting rebutted too much. If he tries to fight the other parites in Ontario, he might just get embarassed by some of their replies. But the Feds are less likely to fight back. Thirdly, the government in Ottawa is Liberal and the Liberals are the main threat in Ontario. Make the federal Liberals look bad and you're bound to have some of it rub off on the provincial Grits too. And, of course, Mr. Davis knows oil prices are bound to go up anyway so as to ensure more oil' exploration. It seems strange that Mr. Davis may get re-elected for battling Ottawa over not keeping the cost of oil low enough, while his counterparts in Alberta and Saskatchewan got re-elected for arguing that the federal,government was keeping the cost of oil too low. The federal government,. not the provincial opposition parties seems to be the bad guy these days, no matter which way you look at it. the country. Mr Hills, innocent though he is, is only one man. Reliable reports say Gen. Amin had killed thousands, perhaps even hundreds of thousands of people in his country in the past few years. Yet little attention was paid until the Hills affair. Saddest of all, however, is that there seems to be no way to rescue the country from the hands of this madman, aside from military intervention and few nations arc prepared to do that. 11 points out again how helpless we are to stop evil in this world. The case of Mrs. Gandhi is perhaps even harder to understand. Until recently the popular image of India was of a country of quiet, gentle people even though it was in miserable economic shape. The image began to crack when the country used technology Canadians had given them to generate electricity, to make a bomb instead. Then came the startling news that the country that had been led by such apparently a saintly man as Mahatema Gandhi was now led by a woman who had used corrupt practices to gain power. She quickly squelched any opposition by throwing all oponents in jail and imposing censorship. Once again we can sec the difference in the strength of Democracy in North America and elsewhere in the world. Richard Nixon under much the same circumstances was forced to resign. Mrs. Ghandi simply killed Democracy. Those were the days 5 years ago WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 1970 Reeve Hugh Flynn of Hullett Township has received word from Provincial sources that the wild life sanctuary announced by the Provincial government last Feb- ruary will start to take form this year. Some of the land will be flooded in 1970, more in 1971 and the remainder of the land flooded in 1972 and 1973. Rev. and Mrs. Hugh Wilson were honoured last Sunday evening when ,Huron Presbytery of the United Church of Canada held a worship service in Knox United Church, Auburn, Pastor Alfred Fry was in charge of the service. The guest speaker of the evening was Rev. Harold Snell of London. He spoke of Mr. Wilson's service in Huron County and wished him well in his retirement. Dr. William Fingland of Niagara Falls pronounced the benediction. Following the ser- vice which was attended by around 400 people from all parts of Huron county, a reception for Rev. and Mrs. Wilson was held in the Community Memorial Hall. We welcome the Rev. and Mrs. Cecil Wittich to the United Church manse and the village. The Induction Service will be held on Thursday evening, July 2 at 8:30 in the church. 10 years ago WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30, 1965 A pilot for the Provost Air Spray Co, of Lambeth did a rather fancy job of flying last week. One of the company's piper cub cruisers was spraying grain on the farm of Gerald Watson, County Road No. 25, west of Walton, when it was forced to crash land in the field. According to Gerald, the plane was only three feet above the ground when its engine quit working. The pilot did an excellent split second job in landing the craft safely. A new engine haci to be transported to the farm the following day and installed in the plane in order to complete thc spraying job. The pupils and teacher of Westfield school, along with several adults, enjoyed a bus trip to London last Thursday. The pupils and teacher of Concession 6 school went to Niagara Falls on their bus trip. Both schools will again have the same' teachers. in September, Miss McDougall and Mrs. Wightman, 20 years ago WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 1955 Effective in September the Presbyterian Churches at Blyth, Auburn and Clinton will be included in one charge and will be under the ministry of the Rev. D. J. Lane who is presently minister at Clinton. About 10:30 on Saturday night an accident occured on the main street when two cars belonging to Borden Cook and John McClinchey were involved. Both cars were driving north on Queen Street when the McClinchey car, a 1937 Dodge, rammed the back end of the Cook car, a 1951 Ford. Damage to Mr. Cook's car was estimated at $50. Town Constable John Bailey investigated. 30 years ago WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 1945. All the long, tedious work of planning and organizing the Cheese Factory which will be 'operated under the name of the Blyth Farmers' Co-operative Association is practically over, and on Tuesday morning the Manager, Mr, C. E. Hodgins and his assistants, Mr. Walter Buttell, Mr. James Lawrie and Mr, Bert Marsh commenced the work of 'cheese making as the patrons sent their milk in. Mr, George Powell holds the distinc- tion of being the first patron to deliver his product to the factory and he was followed closely by Mr. Robert Henry who is trucking the milk oil „1' the routes to the factory The regular in,.:ithly meeting of the Municipal council of the Corporation 01 the village of Blyth was held on .iuly 3 with Reeve Morntt and Councillors Kernick and Voddcii present, It was moved by Councillors Kcrnick and Vodden that lot pt. 3, Block A. MK'onnell Survey, owned by the Corporation of Blyth be sold to Mr. Scott for the sum of $1.00 and the cost of conveyance. List of Bills and Accounts were as follows: Wm, Thucll, June salary. $45,00; Harold Phillips, labour, $1,60; S. Benninger, labour, $56.00; 0. Stubbs, truck hire, $1.00; Henry Gloushcr, sawing wood, $b.00; C. Longman, labour, $24.00; John A. Cowan, Salary for June, $80.00; George Hamm, 100 gallons gasoline, $36.00; P. R. Watt, Coal (power house), $9.36; George Radford, gavel, °" 55,20, 50 years ago THURSDAY, JULY 9,1925 The fifth annual anniversary service in commemoration of our soldiers who paid the supreme sacrifice on the field of battle in the European way, was held in Memorial Hall, Myth on Sabbath evening last and the spacious hall was filled to capactiy notwith- standing the sultry weather which prevailed. The chair was taken by Rev. W. B. Hawkins, of Trinity Church and during t.I. course of the service Rev. G. Telford, and Rev. R. H. Barnby of Queen Street United Church assisted in the service. The address was given by Rev. S. E. McKegney of Ford, Ontario. - At the Morris Township Council meeting the scale of wages for the roads was fixed as follows: patrol men, 25 cents per hour; shovellers, 25 cents per hour; man and team, 50 cents per hour and operators of grader, 30 cents per hour. BY BiLL SMILEY Recently, 1 listed some of the things 1 disliked in our society. When 1'd finished, I thought to myself, "Boy, you are a nasty old piece of work, Do you realize you've barely scratched the surface?" For a week or two, 1 went around thinking, in 10 or 20 second spurts, every three or four clays, that I was a Curmudgeon. Some of my younger readers will not know what a curmudgeon is. Well, it comes from the root word "mutt". We all know what mud is. It is dirty. It is cool under the toes, unless it is in the form of a mud pack, which is good for the wrinkles. If your name is Mudd, you are either in the doghouse, or you arc a loser. I hope that is clear, To the root word "mud" (unless we want to root around in the mud a bit longer), we attach the prefix "cur". A cur, as everyone knows, is a cad with teeth, and sometimes a moustache, who plays the villain in olcl-fashioned melodrama. In new -fashioned melodrama, he also has teeth, but in addition he has a big belly or a bald head, and he has become the hero, as in Cannon or Kojak. Still with Me? We now have "curmud", signifying a mean guy who is cool tinder the toes, has wrinkles, or is a loser. Sometimes all three. Now we come to the suffix, "gcon", which is of more obscure vintage. It is of Hungarian antecedent, and it seems to have meant, originally, something we might call colloquially "a dummy that makes a lot of silly and unnecessary noise without gett- ing anywhere", which is rather a contradiction in terns, come to think of it. There are many perversions of the original, of course. We find• the suffix in such words as "Injun", "engine" and "john". But the original meaning is in there somewhere. An Injun, for example, is one of the Original "In" people, who rides around in ever -diminishing circles, emitting war -whoops, until he is shot off his horse. Think of your car. The engine makes a lot of silly and unnecessary noise, at least mine does, and gets nowhere. Occas- ionally, the car gets somewhere, but the engine remains exactly where it started, in the car. And, of course, there is the colloquial word "john", meaning a toilet. Or water closet or backhouse, if toilet offends you. This item of hardware indulges in a great deal of unnecessary noise, whether receiving or transmitting and is usually going nowhere, except on trains, buses or airplanes, when it is so active it has to put up a "busy" sign most of the time. On ships, of course, with their innate sense of superiority, the "john" is called a "head", This came about when one of WANT TO KNOW HOW TO LIEDOWN ON THE JOB? Ays 11l BE A + BLOOD DONOR Much about nothing the head men in the British Navy, Admiral Sir Dudley Pound, affectionately known to his jolly tars as "chid" once went looking for the "john" and discovered a lot of Common Seamen, and a very common lot they were, lined up with one of the symptoms of scurvy known as "dire rear". In the interests of clarity, this has nothing to do with the term "rear admiral", Understandably, Sir Dud flew into a high rage, the only type allowed to senior officers and uttered a good deal of silly and unnecessary noise, or "peon", when he had to wait his turn for the "john". As naval tradition has it, this led to the wedding of "dud" and "gcon", meaning a john that isn't working or a senior officer with a red face, or a towering rage, whichever you choose. That's one of the beauties of the English language. You can take your pick. And you know what you can do with it. If you have followed ane carefully through this brief but enlightening exploration into semantics, I and sure you have come to the conclusion, as I have, that I am not a curmudgeon at all, i and not a mean guy. I haven't hit a little kid since aline grew up.. i am not cool under the toes. My feet heat something terrible in this weather. I am not a loser. How can you know you're a loser when you don't know what it -is to be a winner? - 1 do not go around making silly and unnecessary noises, except when it is absolutely necessary. And finally, 1 feel that I am definitely getting somewhere. Older? I'd like to end with a little poem, dedicated to those keen students of the vagaries of our vocabulary who have followed me down this pit -fallen trail. That Smiley While he Is often in high dudgeon is no curmudgeon, But wily, cV» i- % % = i i i i STOKLEY'S FANCY Peas IKAM Luncheon Meat STAFFORD 19 0 • TIN AppIe Pie Filler 6.,' y AYLMER 11 OZ BOTTLE 'Tomato Catsup 42c SCHNEIDER'S SOFT / Margarine 1 LB. TUB 59c , HOUSE & GARDEN THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. PG. S. Health council coming,Mills predicts "I think we're going to have to accept the fact that we're going to have a health council whether we want to or not," With these words, Dr. Frank Mills launched into a short review of the history and concept of district health councils. Dr, Mills, the medical officer of health for Huron County, was the guest speaker at the June luncheon of the Wingliam and District Hospit- al Auxiliary. Dr, Mills explained that the original idea was brought forth in 1972 with a proposed total reorganization of the Ontario Ministry of Health. "At that time it was very nice," he said. The original plan proposed a 50.50 composition of members on the council from both consumers and producers, "We often plan things that the consumer doesn't think we should have planned." He said he thought the council would be a forum for discussion and co-operation. The concept expanded into a three-way split with room for political elements with the publi- cation of the controversial Must- ard Report, The task force study endorsed the district health council idea, Dr. Mills said, The latest development in the concept is what Dr. Mills calls "Mr. Miller's black book." Entitled "Action Centre in 4H Garden Club holds meeting BY PAM OSTER Blyth Seedlings 4H club held its third meeting on June 19 at Mrs, McInnes, Members opened the meeting with the pledge. In roll call each told the problem that she had with her garden. The girls decided the next meeting will be held on July 29 at Mrs. Youngs'. The members discussed what they would be doing on Achieve- ment Day. Mrs. Young and Mrs. McInnes discussed questions in the Members pamphlet and Mrs. Young showed the difference between cooking peas in too much water for a length of time and peas cooked in an normal amount of water. The girls tasted them. Ontario's Health Care Delivery," the pamphlet outlines the basic philosophy behind the concept and provides general guidance on the goals, composition, organizat- ion, function and authority of the council. "This is what health care is going to be in the future in Ontario," Dr. Mills said. Based on the information in the pamphlet, the first step in the organization of district health councils will be the establishment of a "steering committee". It would be a small group of persons involved or interested in health care. The initiative could come from within the community or be imposed by the area planning co-ordinator. The steering committee would then be expected to work toward the ultimate formation of a district health council for the designated area by nominating members to the council and providing basic guidelines. The council members would be ultimately appointed by the Ministry of Health on the recommendation of the steering committee. The 28 -page pamphlet is general in its outlook, avoiding specifics that will be issued by the ministry at a later time. Dr. Mills said, however, th mt talks on this concept for the area have already been initiated, He explained that the geographic boundaries sugg- ested but not yet approved would encompass Huron -Perth counties. Dr, Mills cautioned that the council would not be only an advisory group, but would event- ually have legislated authority. "The hospital boards will stay but they will be tempered by district health council decisions," he said, He quoted a remark by Minister Frank Miller; "Initially, we feel that district health councils should be advisory, but this does not mean that they will have no power. So far as the Ministry is concerned, all progr- ams submitted to the Ministry for approval will need to have the approval of the health planning council." The jurisdiction of the council would extend to budget approval, Dr. Mills said. Several copies of the pamphlet were made available to members of the auxiliary, but Dr. Mills said the publication was hard to get. Also present at the luncheon were Norman Hayes, executive direct- or of the Wingham and District Hospital, • Mrs. Wilma Oakes, chairman of the district two branch of the Hospital Auxiliaries of Ontario, and her secretary, Mrs. Pat Bennett. BEFDNE YDU SHOP IMP IVE BUYERS WASTE FOOD DOLLARS! ROUND • EAK $1.69 LB. FRESH SLICED BEEF LIVER 89c.LB. SUNSHINE 2 LB, FRENCH FRIES FROZEN I.Q.F. COD FILLETTS BLYTH MEAT MARKET 2 FOR 89c :1 89cLB. BLYTH 523-4551 DON SCRIMGEOUR, PROPIETOR t....f;,<;+�C,,• : ..:. , aa':a: �.:;..•N,r�r.• ay., • FTO ILY'SIZED SAVINGS ON FINE FOODS PUSS 'N BOOTS 4 OZ. TINS $1 •00 Cat CANADA PACKEFoodR'S Bologna CANADA PACKER'S Wieners 12 OZ. TIN 69c SCHNEIDER'S 3 • 251/2.0Z. TINS, $1.00 79c 1 LB. PKG. 1 LB. PKG. 79c 1 LB. PKG. eef Steakettes 89c ONTA Cab ONTARIO NO- EACH i Raid $1.55 Cucum. - r 29c JAVEX NO. 1 EACH ge 29c 128 OZ. JUG SUNKIST Liquid Bleach 95c Oranges 138: 59c Other Fresh Fruits & Vegetab DOZ. eam, COOK'S SUPERIOR FOOD MAR , T Phone 523-4421 We Deliver PG, 6. THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975, Hullett school holds graduation The Graduation Banquet for the grade eight students of Hullett was held in the Londes- borough Hall on Tuesday, June 24. Teacher, graduates and guests all attended the important event. "First, David Gross said the grace and proposed a toast to the Queen. Then, after a delicious roast beef dinner, Mr, Lear made a toast to the graduates, and Ken Popp replied. Debbie Hunking toasted the parents and Mrs. Hallam accepted it. Mrs. Tebbutt replied to the Appreciation to the Ladies by Sandra Plant followed by David Lear, who toasted the Schoolboard. Mr. Smith, repre- senting the schoolboard, replied, Greg Hallam, proposed a toast to the School and Mr. MacLennan accepted. Then, Mrs. Tebbutt presented the institute Awards for the most improvement in Home -Economics and Industrial Arts. Cheryl Radford and Brian McClinchey were the recipients. The introduction of the teachers by Wilfred Tiesma preceded a toast to them by Mike Overholt. Mr, Tremeer replied to the toast. Everyone then walked to the school for the programme. Barb Carter and Sandra Plant played piano solos. Judy Jewitt then introduced the guest speaker, Rev. Stan MacDonald who spoke on the success of life. Julie Snell, on behalf of everyone present, expressed appreciation to him. Next, the graduates sang three songs with Julie Snell as the pianist for one. Presentations of awards follow- ed. Mr. MacLennan presented the Penmanship Award to Nancy Preszcator. Mr. Riley gave awards to Barb Carter and Steven Reid for the Oustanding Athletes. The Awards for the Outstanding Graduates went to Betty Konarski and Calvin Lovett, presented by Mr. Tremeer. Elizabeth', Gibson .then intro- duced Bty Konarski who gave ham.-ivaledictory Address. The evening ended with 0 Canada. GRADE EIGHT TRIP TO EGMONDVILLE Because of a recent study of Colonel Anthony Van Egmond in history, the grade eight class, accompanied by Mr. MacLennan, visited the Van Egmond house. Two guides explained the history of the home and the importance of Egrnondville in the past. Because of restorations being made to the home, the class group stayed only a short time and then walked to the cemetery to see the Van Egmond tombstones. The trip was brief but very worthwhile. Former businessman dies HARVEY EMERSON WRIGHT Relatives, friends and neigh- bours were saddened to learn of the death of Harvey Emerson Wright on Saturday, June 21 at the Clinton Public Hospital after a long illness. Mr. Wright was born at Meaford, Ontario and came to Blyth in 1938. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and a member of the L.O.L. for 60 years. He is survived by his wife, Marion; one brother, Robert of Meaford; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one brother and one sister, A Masonic service was held on Monday evening, June 23. The funeral service was held on Tuesday, June 24 at 2 p.m. from the Tasker Funeral Chapel, Blyth with Rev. C.L. Wittich officiating. Pallbearers were Wm, Carter, Louis Daer, Wm. Dalrymple, Ken Jackson, Harvey McCallum and Harvey Sillib. Flower bearers were Russel Dougherty, Joe Little, Cecil Wheeler, Interment was in Blyth Cemetery. Hullett grads The pupils of Hullett Central Public School held their graduating dinner and ceremonies- last Tuesday night, June 24 in Londesboro. Members of the, graduating class aro: Front Row: Doug Glousher, Brian McClinchey, Elizabeth Gibson, Barb Carter, Julie Snell, Michelle Burns, Nancy Wallace, Ken Popp, Greg Hallam. [Centre] John Tiesma, Cheryl Radford, Linda Johnston, Karen Middegaal, Judy Jewitt, Nancy Preszcator, Betty Konarski, Sandra Plant, Debbie Hunking. [Back] David Cartwright, Adrian Salverda, Peter Dimaline, Mike Overholt, Larry Crawford, David Gross, Steven Reid, David Lear, Wilfred Tiesma, Calvin Lovett. BLYTH SUMMER FESTIVAL Mostly In lover by Harry J. Boyle The Mousetra by Agatha Christie i=ce 4rg#: 1-•..•- �i� rr BLYTH MEMORIAL HALL 5 3-4452 ADULTS %2.50 July 9 to August CHILDREN ORDER YOUR TICKETS TODA - Send this handy form with cheque or money order to: Blyth Summer Festival Ticket office, Blyth, Ontario. Circle the dates for which you would like tickets. Mostly in Clover: Playing July 9, 10, 12, 17, 19, 25, 31 and August 1 The Moustrap: Playing July 11, 16, 18, 23, 24, 26, 30 and August 1. SPECIAL BENEFIT PERFORMANCE The Farm Show, by Theatre Passe guraille returns to ;Blyth one performance only, July 13 at 2 p.m. ADMISSION FOR ALL PLAYS: Adults $2,50 Children $1,50 SPECIAL SUBSCRIPTION PRICE to both Mostly in Clover and The Mouse trap $4.50 PUPPET THEATRE Logging with Paul Bunyan: The Chantecleer Puppet Theatre comes to Blyth for two performances on July 26 at 11 a.m, and 2 p.m. Admission only 50 cents. Comedy Cabaret: Tuesday, July 29 at 8:30, Admission $1,50 a. N'�J wRurY 1975 Riddell acclaimed Liberal candidate BY ROSS HAUGH Jack Riddell present MPP in the Ontario legislature for Huron will represent the. Liberals in the new Huron -Middlesex riding in the next provincial election. Riddell, a Dashwood arca farmer and former high school teacher was the only person nominated at the meeting held at South Huron District High School in Exeter Thursday night. The new Huron -Middlesex riding includes five municipalities in the northwest corner of Middlesex formerly. part of the Middlesex riding. Now part of the Huron -Bruce riding are the townships of Hullett and McKillop formerly in Huron, Riddell's nomination was made by Aubrey McCallum of East Williams township and seconded by Mrs. Muriel Murphy of Goderich • In making the nomination McCallum said, "The two Liberal wins in March, by 1973 by-elec- tions brought regional govern- ment to a halt and if we don't send Jack and other Liberals back to Toronto it's our last chance before D'Arcy McKeough com- pletes his task," In accepting the nomination, the Huron MPP said the government was ignoring the problems of local government and the needs of individual municipal- ities. He continued "We believe in the capacity of our people to'run their own affairs. The govern- ment seems to forget that their decisions affect real people," On the subject of education, Riddell said, "We in the Liberal party welcome the new education legislation. It was long overdue. We have been concerned over the direction education is taking in our province." He continued "I feel that a Liberal government can restore confidence in our schools, restore the quality of education and get the costs under control." Riddell who won the Huron seat in a March 15, 1973 by-election to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of the Hon. Charles S. MacNaughton said, "my job in campaigning Family offers the Gospel through music The Gospel Music General Store, although it is not really a store, is ready. for business and offers Goderich residents a selection of Gospel music, The Gospel Music General Store is a rack of gospel records and sheet music that is owned and operated by Glenn Rittinger, his wife Isabelle and their two sons Todd and Mark. The rack can be found in the new Pallette and Brush store on The. Suare. The Gospel Music General Store operated by the Rittingers is a small component of a larger organization called Gospel Out- reach Industries of Canada. Gospel Outreach Industries was the result of an idea of a group of businessmen who wanted to spread gospel music. Gospel music has grown in Canada in recent years as evidenced by the nearly 30 groups that took part in the All -Canadian Gospel Music convention held during three days in May at Sir Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo, "Gospel music has come to play an increasingly important• part in our lives in recent years and when the opportunity arose for us to play a part in a programme to make Gospel music more readily available, we be- came excited," said Mr. Rittin- ger. "We prayerfully considered the opportunity and felt the Lord was asking us to help- to spread the Gospel in song," starts tomorrow morning. We can't take victory for granted•" He praised the Huron Liberal Association for their excellent efforts in his election, He added "The association sure jelled and really came to life, It was you people that got me elected," Riddell also touched on the subject of regional government. He commented, "Three years ago, the Conservatives said their will be no more regional government but the statement usually ended with "at this time". The plan was not abandoned but just delayed," He also attacked the govern- ment on their farm policies saying 353 visit Huronvie successful Senior The open house at the Home during Senior Citizens Week was quite successful with 353 seniors registering. Many thanks to the Huronview Auxiliary who were responsible for the registration and to all those who helped during the week in several ways. Several of the visitors took advantage of the occasion to have a meal with their friends and also join in or take part in the programs. Fifty four of the Seaforth Happy Citizens Club had dinner at the Home on Saturday and sponsored the afternoon games. There were 20 tables of euchre with prizes for the eldest lady playing, Mrs. Ryan, 98; the eldest gentleman, William Smith, 92; lone hand prizes were won by Mrs. Elsie Henderson and Rod- ger Gilbert; high score prize winners were Mrs. Margaret Foster and Roy Maize; and low, Mrs. Ryan and Norman Jones. The Clinton Christian Reform- ed Church held their regular Sunday evening song service led by Dick Roorda, Mrs. Elsie Henderson played the piano for Monday afternoon's musical program and accompan- ied the Huronview Rhythm Band. The Clinton .Christian Reformed volunteers and Mrs. Hulley assisted with activities. The Goderich Laketown Band provided a concert on the lawn on "Family Night" which was greatly appreciated by the resi- dents. The weather was ideal for the occasion and those who were not able to be outdoors could hear and see the program at the windows on the west side of the building. Mrs. Don Stewart is leader of the 35 member band and is doing excellent work. The Hurondale Women's Insti- tute were hosts for . the June Birthday party. The 19 celebrants received gifts from the ladies following the program of read- ings, vocal solos, piano instrum- "during a 10 year period ending (in 1971 the percentage of farms in Canada taken out of operation was 1.7 while in Ontario the figure was 14.1 per cent," Gaunt ' blasted the Davis government for its overspreading policies. He continued, "After 32 years of making budgets one would think the government would have a grip on the technique, instead of getting ' better it's getting worse. In the last four budgets, the government has overspent its own estimates by one and .a half billion dollars, The first natural resource to go will be the Ontario taxpayer." w during i Citizens Week entals and a sing -along. Mrs, McFalls was M.C. for the afternoon with Mrs. Oke and Miss Brodie assisting with the program. Mrs, Shapton who was 99 on June 5 had the honour of being the eldest celebrant with Mrs. Ryan who was second eldest at 98 thanked the ladies on behalf of everyone, The residents enjoyed an hour of organ melodies on Thursday afternoon played by Mr. Ed Stiles of Goderich. Long time Blyth resident dies •WILLIAM COCKERLINE William Scott Cockerline, long time resident of the Blyth area passed away on June 17, 1975 in the Clinton Public Hospital. He was born on the 9th line of Morris township on July 23, 1897, the son of the late Janet (Scott) and Robert Cockerline. He farmed in Morris township until 1955 when he moved to Blyth and shortly thereafter built a new home on King St. where he resided until his death. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Mayme Gosman in 1960. In 1966 he married Gertrude Marritt who survives, Also surviving are, two step- daughters, Maureen, Mrs. Maur- ice Bean and Janis, Mrs. Brock Vodden. He is also survived by one sister, Elizabeth, Mrs. George Pollard and several nieces and nephews, THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. PG. From the Minister's study Church, shouldn't impose it's tough standards on society BY REV. FRED CARSON While listening to the radio a few days ago, I became especlatly attentive when a commentator - who is often referred to as "the old cynic" • began criticizing the 'pions' people for their attitudes towards morally questionable movies, He wanted to know how they had the sort of knowledge that would permit them to condemn such entertainment unless they were to review the movie themselves. He suggested that, as the number of professional censors decreases, there will be a sufficient number of volunteers to fill the gap. Thus by inference, •hc suggested that those who are most critical of such entertainment take time to enjoy it first. Although he stopped short of saying as much, the old cynic's remarks were aimed largely at the Christian church • or so it would seem since it is the largest body in our society that continues to maintain high moral and ethical standards. Be this as it may, does the. church have the right to impose its life style or belief upon society at large? I think not and in this respect, the old cynic has made a solid point. The whole purpose of the Church is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ • the Good News, Sometimes we tend to get this fact confused with social action. Sometimes we are so involved with certain issues facingsociety, that this becomes our 'religion'. The church is not a humanistic organization seeking what is best or most desirable for mankind, Rather, our first obligation is to witness to the saving power of Jesus and to lead others into a knowledge of this Love, The Christian's responsibility is to evangelize and this we must do with great urgency. Only when a person experiences Christ's Love, will he then be able to make a personal decision concerning social issues for the proper reasons, As each of us grows in the Spirit, he convicts us of what is wront in our lives and provides us with the strength to maintain the truth; what is right. "Seek His Kindom," our Lord told his disciples, It should be the Christian's desire to lead others into God's Kindom by demonstrating the wonderful love which he extends to all who will receive it. Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth and the life," and it is only in experiencing this reality that we are able to put social action and moral uprightness in their proper perspective. Let us as Christians, maintain the truth, while leading those outside to the one who is the source of all LIFE. 1 1 1 1 I� The funeral was held at the:. i Tasker Funeral Home on June 191 1 with Rev. Cecil Wittich officiat- ing. Burial was in Blyth Union j ST,'MARK'S, AUBURN • 9:30 am Cemetery. TRINITY, BELGRAVE 11:00 am Pallbearers were Edward Wat- i • . son, Stanley Lyon, Norman i .•,._•,_•• �••_,•_,,_..:,.._.. ....._ / CHURCH OF GOD McConnel Street, Blyth CHURCH SERVICE: 11 a.m. THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Gowtng, Borden Cook, Sid McCullough, and Raymond Griff- iths. Flower bearers were Ernest Noble and Wm. Dalrymple, unday, July 6 be sure to hear Shirley Carolyn ED YLOR THE "EVANGELAI S WESTON, ONTARIO HURON MEN'S CHAPEL, AUBURN EVIL PREVAILS WHEN GOOD MEN DO NOTHING Madlm .m. v THE UNITED CHURCH' OF CANADA THE REV. CECIL L. WITTICH SUNDAY SCHOOL (Open Session) - 9:50 a.m. COMMUNION SERVICE•11 a.m. "0 COME, LET US WORSHIP" CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH i WORSHIP SERVICE -10 a•m. SCRIPTURES: ICOR. 11. 17-34 SERMON: "IN PREPARATION FOR A FEAST" 1 WORSHIP SERVICE -2:30 p.m. !' SCRIPTURES: GEN. 15. 1.20 1' SERMON; "A FIRE AND A SLEEPING MAN" I WESTFIELD FELLOWSHIP HOUR !' 1 Special Speakers 1 Family Bible Study Hour •1 p.m. , 1. i Family Worship Service-2,p.mn• I i INTERDENOMINATIONAL • ALL WELCOME 1'• ST. MICHAEL'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH FATHER JOSEPH F. HARDY • Mass at Blyth every Sunday at 9 Ran. PG. 8. THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. WALTON NEWS num,u, vthtui MRS At IAN Mt('Mt Duff's church holds Sunday school Sunday School promotion was held during the morning service when the Sunday School pupils and their teachers filed into the centre pews, singing, Jesus bids us shine" accompanied by Mrs. Ray Huethcr at the piano. Rev, D. Docken gave the call to worship followed by Steven Hucthcr reading Psalm 84, Laura Farewell party held for On Friday evening, June 20 the members of Duff's United Church Walton met in. the church basement to honor Rev. and Mrs. Docken and family prior to their leaving the end of the month, when they move to Dorchester where Rev. Docken has accepted a call and begins the first Sunday in July. Mac Sholdicc welcomed every- one and was master of ceremon- ies for a program. The Godkin family sang, Talk to the animals" accompanied by Mrs. L. Godkin at the piano, followed by a Walton news briefs Mr. and Mrs. John Kernighan of Goderieh were Sunday guests with Allan and Betty McCall. Nlr. and Mrs. Harold McCall- um and family attended the Regele reunion recently' at the Brodhagen Community Centre. Rev. and Mrs. Docken have been staying at the home of Mrs. Phyllis Dunk since their furniture was moved Thursday. They were _supper guests of Mr. and Mrs, Nelson Reid on Thursday even- ing. Mrs, Terry Ford and family of Sheffield visited last Friday with her mother, Mrs, Phylliss Dunk. Westfield news BY MRS. CHARLES SMITH Mr, and Mrs. William Smith of Brussels visited on Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Smith. Mr.;�nd Mrs. Gordon R. Smith and -Sari of Mississauga visited on the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Smith. Miss Kim McDowell attended the Centennial Parade at Seaforth on Saturday with the Wingham Majorettes. Mr. and Mrs. Walt Huntley of Brampton and Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Pascoe of Rexdale visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Howatt. Mr. Ronald Howatt has return- ed home from University Hospital, London. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Cook, Jeffery and Bradley visited on Sunday evening with Mrs. Clar- ence Chamney of Belgrave. Miss Janet Cook visited on the weekend with Miss Sharon Cook of London. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Fidom, Brian and Steven visited on Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Fidom of Clinton. Mr. Ted Cooper of Lucknow visited on Saturday evening with Mr. and Mrs. Bill Fidom. Miss Rosemary Carter and Mr. Ken Fidom were Algonquin Park visitors on the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Neil T. McLean and family of Toronto visited on the weekend with Mrs. Muriel McLean. The Thornton family picnic was held on Sunday at the home of Mrs. Muriel McLean with an attendance of 40. Miss L. Workhoven and Miss Posthuma Smit returned to Holland on Monday after visiting for several weeks with Mr. and Mrs. Peter de Groot and other friends. Miss Marian de Groot is in University Hospital, London where she had surgery on Sunday --?ght. Her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Brian McKee and Dwayne of Wingham visited on Sunday with Mrs. Audrey Bigger - staff and Bill, Brenda remained for some holidays with her grandmother. GRADUATES... Miss Gail Traviss, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herb Traviss, Walton graduated from Lambton College in Sarnia on June 20 with a diploma in "Early Childhood Dennis led in prayer then .1im McDonald read the second scripture lesson from St. Luke 18:9.17, The five Godkin children sang, "Thank you for sunshine" followed by Dianne and Bruce singing and playing their guitars accompanied by their mother Mrs, Laverne Godkin at the Promotion piano. The Sunday School sang, "'fell me the stories of Jesus", The promotion exercises for the Sunday School were announced by Martin Baan in the absence of Mrs, Pauline Bennett, The awards and seals were presented by Mrs. Maxine Marks of the Kindergarten class to: Craig Hackwcll, perfect attend, Rev. and Mrs. Docken step dancing number by Sandra Sholdicc, John Huether sang two solos, "Oomp-poh-poh" and "Do Lord, Do Lord" assisted by his mother at the piano, Mrs. Karen Uhler gave a reading, "The sour dough story" The McGavin family entertain- ed with their songs, "Faith, Hope and Charity" and "Love is something if you give it away". Mrs. Martin Baan played a piano solo. Dianne Godkin and Bruce Godkin sang a duct, "Paper Roses with their guitar accom- paniment assisted at life piano by Education . She has accepted a supervisor's position at St. Peter's Co-operative Nursery School in Stratford. O.P.P. investigate During the week June 23 to June 29 the following investiga- tions were carried out by officers at Wingham Detachment of the O.P.P.: Three investigations with three persons charged under the Liquor Control Act. Nineteen charges laid and seventeen warnings issued under the Highway Traffic Act. Twenty - either other investigations with nine charges laid under the Criminal Code. On Monday, June 23, Lloyd G. Hodges of Dungannon and Janies H. McIntosh of Wingham were involved in a collision on Highway 86, east of the Zetland Bridge. Both drivers were injured and damages to both vehicles were estimated at $6800. On Wednesday, June 25, John G. Zeeman and Paul J. Marsh - man of Port Credit were involved in a collision on Highway 87 at Huron Road 30. No one was injured. Damages were estimated at $1000. On Saturday, June 28, Hugh C. Wyvill of Walkerton and William Y E. Willis of RR 3, Wingham were involved in a collision on Hghway 4, south of Huron Road 16. Injured as a result of the collision were Hugh C. Wyvill, Myra Wyvill, !Ida Hamilton, Mervin Hamilton, passengers in the Wyvill vehicle and William E. Willis. Damages to both vehicles were estimated at $2300. Anthony J. Harrison of St. Catharines was involved in a single car accident on Highway 86 at the Junction of Highway 87. No one was injured and damages to the Harrison vehicle were estima- ted at 5800. On Sunday, June 29, John D. Krohn of Brussels was injured when he fell off a Motorcycle he was driving at Part Lot 29, Turnberry Township. There were no damages to the motorcycle. Kenneth J. Emmerton of Elliot Lake received injuries in a single car accident on Highway 87, east of Huron Road 28 when he went into a ditch and struck a sign post. Damages were estimated at $1200. you can still get ' `% l f'I'1 1 410 ,0 •••i,1 -- --i. ') ► There are still many hot da s and nights left. Be comfortable wit one of these cool values. 6000 B.T.U. models and up $198 to $249 S.P1ILIli'S ML1S 11! Blyth, Ont. 523-4246 their mother. Jeanne McDonald entertained next with a step dancing number followed by John Hucthcr singing a solo, "Blessed Assurance", Rev. Docken showed a film of the activities and happenings at Walton and Moncrief in 1973, entitled "What is the church". This brought back the happy affairs and proved most interest- ing giving many a laugh. Mac Sholdicc thanked Rev. Docken for preparing this film. Rev. Derwyn Docken, Mrs. Jean Docken, Kristen and Mark were asked to come to the front and Mrs. Harvey Craig read an address and gifts of two hand painted pictures were presented to Rev. and Mrs. Docken while silver initialed cups wsere given to Kristen and Mark. Both Rev. and Mrs. Docken expressed their thanks. "For they are jolly good fellows" was sung. A delicious lunch brought the evening to a close, / ince, first year diploma; Donna Godkin, perfect attendance, sec- ond year seal; Kini Fritz, one Sunday missed, second year seal. Miss Carol Wilber presented the Primary one and two class pupils to: Sandra Sholdicc, two Sundays missed, fourth year seal; Joyannc Van Vliet, two Sundays missed, second year seal; Gary Godkin, perfect attendance, fourth year seal; Tim Fritz, one Sunday missed, second year seal; Blaine Hackwcll, three Sundays missed, second year seal. Mrs. Joyce Van Vlict presented awards to the Juniors: Murray Sholdicc, three Sundays missed, sixth year seal; Elaine Dennis, three Sundays missed, fourth year seal; Ron Godkin, perfect attendance, seventh year seal; Neil Mitchell, one Sunday missed seventh year seal; Bruce Godkin, perfect attendance, eighth year seal. Murray Dennis presented the awards to the intermediate class: Laura Dennis, three Sundays missed, ninth year seal; Dianne Godkin, perfect attendance, tenth year seal; Jeffery Hackwcll, perfect attendance, second year seal; Doug Mitchell, two Sundays missed, tenth year seal. This was. the last Sunday for Sunday School for the summer months. The offering was receiv- ed by Cliff Ritchie, Bruce Clark and Don Dennis. The flowers were placed in the church by the McKillop ladies for the month of 'June. J OUR MAIL ORDER SERVICE 1 S AS CLOSE AS YOUR :itIIjrJ TELEPHONE UGS DRUG SUNDRIES RINARY MEDICINES Phone 482-9511 Clin i , Ontario Ami Just Arrived! The new, Iightw.ight 150 Automatic Chainsaw Designed specially for the weekend woodsman. Simple design and construction means easy service and less of it. 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Mr. and Mrs. Bert Johnston and Mrs. Amelia Brown, Douglas and Danny Thompson of Goderich attended the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Speiran 'of Atwood on Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Orville Whitfield, St. Catharines visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Johnston and Mrs. Amelia Brown. Mr. and Mrs. George O'Dell and Ivy of Fort Qu'Appelle of Sask. are spending a week with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Mason. Miss Wanda Mason of Hazel- ton, B.C. spent a week with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Mason. - On Sunday, July 6 at 3 p.m. Memorial Service will be held in Brandon Cemetery with Rev. John G. Roberts in charge. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Moy of Erin Mills, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Anderson of Rexdalc, Mr. and Mrs. W. Schreiber and family of Milton spent the weekend with Mrs. Earl 'Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. George Black of Campbellville visited on Sunday with her grandmother Mrs. Earl Anderson. Mrs. Amelia Brown and Mrs. Beatrice•Cardiff accompanied Mr. and Mrs. Herman Whitfield of Brussels to Decker, Michigan where they will visit with Mr, and Mrs. Milford Robinson and other relatives. Three students of Mrs. Shirley Vincent, Blyth, were successful in their piano exams: Joanne Coultes, grade 6, Sheila Ander- son grade 5, and Kelly Lougheed, grade 4. Congratulations to the girls. Mrs. Robert Procter will be the new librarian for Belgrave start- ing July 5. Hours will be from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. until November. Mrs. Margaret Kemp of Toronto spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. George Michie. Peter Mason of Huron Park, Calvin -Brick holds anniversary Anniversary service was held at Calvin -Brick United Church on Sunday, June 29 with a former minister Rev. Charles Krug as guest speaker. The choir under the direction of Mrs. George McGee and Jim Robertson provided special music, Jim Robertson and Ronald McBurney rendered a duct. After the service,. lunch was served and an hour of fellowship was enjoyed._ c Exeter spent the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Mason. Hugh McBurney of Toronto spent the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Gordon McBurney. Fifth line neighbours niet in the basement of the old No. 5 Schoolhouse recently to honour Mr. and Mrs. Joe Holmes who are now residents of Blyth. After an evening of cards they were presented with a clock radio and a planter. We wish them well in their new home. Jeffery Leitch spent last week with his grandparents Mr. .and Mrs. Robert Grasby. Mr. and Mrs. Gary Leitch, Julie and Jeffery of London spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Grasby. Mr. and Mrs. Mark Armstrong, and. Mr. and Mrs. Mel Craig of Bluevale, attended the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. W.T. Armstrong of London formerly of this area on Sunday, June 22. Mr. and Mrs. Max Pletch, Andrea, and Krista of Dryden spent a week's holidays with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Sam Pletch. Mr. and Mrs. George M. Johnston and Tara of London spent the weekend with their parents Mrs. Laura Johnston and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Grasby. The Welsh Country Fayre sponsored by Knox United Church was well attended by a large crowd in the Belgrave Arena on Saturday. Lorna Mason showered Nethery THE RLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. PG. 9. reunion attracts 65 persons The 30th annual Nethery reunion was held on June 28; 1975 at the community hall, Londesboro, Ontario with 65 signing the register. Sharon and Judy Ives of Blyth were in charge of the sports which were enjoyed by all. Guests were present from Hailebury, Ontario; Decker Michigan, U.S.A.; Beaverton, Burlington, Niagara Falls, Hamil- ton, Toronto, London, Clinton, Goderich, Wingham, Londesboro and surrounding districts. Following the supper hour the Friends and neighbours of Miss Lorna Mason, gathered in the basement of the United Church in Belgrave on Saturday evening, June 21 for a miscellaneous shower, in honour of her wedding which takes place later this month. Lorna was escorted to the front by her mother; Mrs. Kenneth Mason, her sister Wanda, Mrs. Williamson, mother of the groom and Carol Williamson, his sister. Miss Janet Beecroft was pianist for the evening and Mrs. Donald Dow presided for a short program which consisted of a solo by Alice Beecroft, two readings by Lori Jamieson and contests conducted by Mrs. Gordon McBurney and Mrs. Dow. A bride's book was prepared by all the ladies and_children present. Alice Beecroft read an address to Lorna which had been prepared by Mrs. Gilbert Bee- croft. Evelyn Bieman and Alice Beecroft presented the gifts and Marlene McGee made a very becoming hat with the bows. Lorna thanked everyone for their lovely gifts and also the ladies who had planned the shower, Lunch was then served, bringing to an end a very delightful evening. president, Mrs. Charlie Scanlon of Londesboro, took charge of the meeting. They were favoured with songs by little Lisa Bosnian and Loric ,Lewitt which were enjoyed by all. Special prizes were given by Abner Nethery of Wingham to the oldest person present: twin brother and sister, Albert Neth- ery of Hamilton, and Mrs. Mary E. McGill of Clinton; and to the person coming the longest dis- tance: Mrs. Murray Nesbitt of Hailebury, Ontario. The youngest baby present was Kelly Bosman of Londesboro, Ontario. A vote of thanks was given to Percy Barker of Goderich, for the annual gifts of salt which were received by all present and to Alex Nethery of Burlington for a treat of watermelon to the children. Officers elected for next year were: president: Donald J. 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Come for an evening of singing favourite hymns. Come to listen to local talent praise God. Come to the Vanastra Church at 8 P.M., July 6th. PG. 10. THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975, Bureau editor MRS lit R1 SHUUHROOK Londesboro personals We welcome Mr, and Mrs. Ken Moon and Cameron, They moved on Friday to the home they purchased from Mrs. Dorothy Brundson. We also welcome Mr, and Mrs, Orval Newby from Chesley who moved on Saturday to the home they purchased from Mr, and Mrs. Tom. Duizer. Mrs. Jessie Jones attended the funeral on Wednesday of her cousin Mrs, Isabel Gouland in Waterloo. She spent Wednesday night with her sisters, Mrs. McCutcheon and Mrs. Workplan of Brussels. Mrs. Ena Howatt spent a few days with her daughter Mr. and •Mrs. Mac Hodgart and family, Kirkton and attended the funeral of her brother-in-law, Heber Shute on Monday. Mrs. Joe Shaddick attended Grade 8 Graduation excercises on Tuesday night when her grand- daughter Debbie Shaddick won the Gold Medal for attaining highest marks for Grade 8 in Goderich school. Mr. and Mrs, Leonard Caldwell returned home on Sunday, June 29 from spending a month with their daughter Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Crawford, Kelowna, B.C. Mrs. Allen Shaddick attended Nations Ukele workshop in Halifax last week, Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shaddick were Mr. and Mrs.. Larry Scott, London. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Cowan of Hanover, spent the weekend with his mother Mrs. G. Cowan. Greg —returned home with them after spending some holidays with his grandmother. Mr. and Mrs. Don Habkirk of Essex visited on the weekend with her sister Mr. and Mrs. Allen Shaddick. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Marzano, Candice and Glen of Toronto are visiting with her parents Mr. and 'Mrs. Len Caldwell. Friends are glad to know Mrs. Norman Wright returned to her home on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Vincent left on Sunday to return to their home in Thornhill, Alberta. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Fothergill and family visited on Friday with her cousin Mr. and Mrs. Bill King and boys of Goderich, Sheryl and Sarah Millson, Woodstock are spending the week with their grandparents, -Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shobbrook. Londesboro promotes Sunday School students The church was decorated with flowers on Sunday morning when promotions and awards were presented to Sunday School students. Greeting worshippers into the sanctuary was Mrs, Laura Lyon, Sunday School secretary. The ushers were Darrell Shob- brook, Steven Bromley, Ken Longman and Kevin Hulley. The Sunday School students and staff entered in a body. The psalm reading was read by •iana Shobbrook. The presenta- tion of awards was done by Sunday School Superintendent Dennis Penfound. They were as follows; first year certificate to Shobbrook family The 40th annual reunion of the Shobbrook family was held on Sunday, June 29 at 1:00 p.m. in Seaforth Lions Park with 70 in attendance. A lovely lunch smorgasbord -style was held. A minute's silence was held in memory of those who passed away. The president, Charles Shob- brook conducted the meeting. Secretary, Bill Crawford read the minutes and moved to have the picnic next year at Lion's Park, Seaforth on the Sunday closest to July 1. The New slate of officers is as follows: Honourary President, Charlie and Shirley Shobbrook; President, Harold and Rose Crich; Vice president, Bill and Joan Crawford; Secretary, Clar- ence and Mayme Crawford; Refreshments, Bert and Dora Shobbrook; Sports, Cliff and Kaye Saundercock; John and Karen and Kimberly Wright, Suzanne and Kevin Tamblyn, Lisa Bosman, Michael Radford and Claude Cartwright; second year seal, Brian and Crystal Whyte; third year, Bradley Westerhout, Darlene Hulley, Bob Jamieson, Robbie Radford and Diana Lyon; fourth year, Stephen Duizer, David Whyte, John Cartwright, Susan Jamieson and Bradley Lyon; fifth year, Debbie and Shelly Westerhout, Karen and Shane Durnin; sixth year, Kevin Radford, Billy Jewitt, Kent Howatt, Scott Miller, Warren Hulley, Laurel and Lisa Duizer, Elizabeth and John Lawson, holds reunion Bonnie Gibbings, Jerry and Nancy Crich; Nominating comm- ittee, Ross and Muriel Millson, Sports were conducted by Gordon and Darlene Shobbrook with results as follows: races, preschool, John Millson, Sarah Millson, Girls 6-9,, Dorie Ellerby, Dianne Shobbrook; Boys 6-9, Bradley Shobbrook, Darren Mill - son; Girls 10-13, Julie Shobbrook, Cathy Gibbings; Boys 10-13, Darren Millson, Philip Smyth; Ladies' kick slipper, Barbara Joslin; Men's kick slipper, Bob Joslin; Boys' backward throw, Frank 'Ellerby; Special spot, Verna Gibbings; Youngest child, Mclany Knox; Oldest present, Laura Saundercock; Longest married, Norman and Elva Manning; guessing number of mints in jar, Evelyn Shobbrook; guessing contents of can, Mayme Couple honoured Neighbours of Tom and Marjorie Duizer gathered at the honk of Bob and Audrey Thompson on Thursday night for a social time. Dora Shobbrook read an address: "We your neighbours, want to take this opportunity for an evening with you, as you are not going far we hope you will drop in as usual. We would like you to accept this gift to place in your new home on behalf of your neighbours on Quality Hill. Bob and Audrey Thompson, Bert and Dora Shobbrook, Tom and Gene- vieve Allen, Bob and Vi Burns, John and Clara Riley." Good old-fashioned jam Now that fresh, just ripe Ontario strawberries are flooding our markets, it's time to get down to business and make good old fashioned strawberry jam. This recipe, from food specialists at the Ontario Food Council, Min- istry of Agriculture and Food has a lovely .. sort of runny consistency, is not too sweet and has only two ingredients - the strawberries and the sugar - nothing else. It's the kind of jam you can't buy these days; the kind you'll want to make enough of to give away as "gifts from my kitchen", and at Christmas time. STRAWBERRY JAM . 4 pounds fresh Ontario Strawber- ries (12 cups prepared) (for a good set, use berries which are - only .just ripe) 4 pounds granulated sugar (9 cups) Hull the rinsed strawberries and put them into a pot over very low heat. Press the berries against the sides of the pot with a wooden spoon to extract the juice. They should be soft in about 10 to 15 minutes. Add the sugar slowly and stir until it is dissolved. Bring the jam to a fast rolling boil and boil it for exactly 10 minutes, stirring frequently, Let the jam stand for about five minutes, skim and stir so that the berries will be evenly distributed throughout, then pour into hot, sterilized jars. Cover at once with 1/8 inch paraffin. Cool, then cover with tight lids. DO YOUR FEET HURT?, Come into our store and let us show you the advantages of a pair of National Arch Supports. If your .. arch supports are over 2 years old, come in and let us check to see if you ar- getting the support you require. alznner ATIONAI ARCH SUPPORTS 'MR POO? Cheryl Lyon, Carol and Neal Cartwright, Diana Shobbrook; seventh year, Keith Howatt, Cathy Radford, Cameron Moon, and Kevin Fothergill; eight years, Joyce Sewers and Nancy Fother- gill; ninth year, Cathy Lyon, Wayne Hulley, Brenda Miller, Bobby Penfound and Danny Jewitt; ten years, Carol and Judy Jewitt, Golda Sewers, Kevin Hulley and Ruthann Penfound; twelfth year, Craig Miller, and Madelin Sewers; 13 years, Darrell Shobbrook. The scripture lesson was read by Shelley Wcsterhout. The children's sermon was, "The/ R.W. MADIL SHOES, MEN'S & BOYS' WE "The store with the good manners" CLINTON DRY CLEANERS PICK UP AT MADILL'S ON THURSDAY AND FRIDAY Crawford. Guests were present from Manitou Man., Vancouver B.C., Buffalo, Toronto, Woodstock, London, Goderich, Clinton, Blyth, Oshawa, Londesboro, Bobcay- geon and Dungannon. child and its 10 servants." The choir number was a solo, "Bless the beasts and the children," sung by Joanne Snell. The promotional service was held and the pupils were given a farewell by past teachers and welcomed by new ones. The reading of the Desiderata by Dennis Fothergill was given. W.I. caters to graduates The W.1. catered to the Grade 8 Graduation class of Hullett Central School with over 100 present. Awards from W,I, were pre- sented by President Jessie Tebbutt to Cheryl Radford, most improved in Home Ec, and Brian McClinchey, most improved in shop work. 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Among the first year Explorers wero: [left to right] Marjorie Siertsema, Monica Hebert, Lorie Cartwright, and Sharon Glousher. l ,, •.rt Y., 11.1'1 * '11171 =1 '4(' THE BI:YTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. PG. 11. Memorial service held at Ball's The 49th annual Memorial service of Ball's cemetery was held last Sunday with a good attendance. Second year. graduates included [front row left to right] Carol Seers, Joanne Slater; [back row] Wendy Powell, Marilyn Archambault and Jan.; Among those taking part in Auburn Explorers graduation ceremony • were [front row left to right] Anita Hallam, Patti McDowell, Debbie Cunningham [back row] Linda Cunningham, Vickie Powell, Tracy Machan, and Nancy Verbeek. A.C.W.. holds meeting The June meeting of St. Mark's Anglican Church Women was held at the home of Mrs. Ed Davies with a good attendance, The president Mrs. Gordon Taylor opened the meeting with the hymn, Beneath the Cross of Jesus and 0 be Joyful unto the Lord. Mrs. Taylor accompanied on the accordian. The scripture lesson from St. Matthew, chapter 12 was read by Mrs. Elmer Trommer, Mrs. Robert Slater gave the meditation, Prayers were said by Mrs. Thomas Haggitt. Religious poetry was read by Mrs. Ian Clark. Mrs. Andrew Kirkconnell gave the Living Message theme - on Life at Burn's Lake. The minutes were accepted as read by the secretary, Mrs. John Daer. The financial statement was given by the treasurer, Mrs, Thomas Haggitt. It was decided to keep sending the bales of clothing up north. All the ladies were pleased with the work done at the Rectory and all enjoyed Open House there. The roll call was answered by a• Bible verse containing the word -Father in it. The travelling apron received a penny for each letter in St. Barnabas, the Apostle. The meeting closed with the hymn, Just as I am. The hostess Mrs. Davies served a dainty lunch assisted by Mrs. Celia Taylor and Mrs. Thomas Haggitt, Auburn personals Mr. and Mrs. Randy Machan and Mr, Daryl Ball visited on Sunday with their nephew Michael Hoffman in St. Joseph's hospital, London. Miss Connie Trommer returned home last Wednesday from Clinton General Hospital where she had her tonsils removed. Mr. Wayne Scott and Mr, Henry Sobolski of Wawa and Mr, and Mrs, Keith Scott of London ! spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Scott and Mr. Eric Scott. Mr, and Mrs. Alfred Weston of Toronto spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Rollinson and brother, Mr, Murray Rollinson, Auburn personals Mrs. A. Barnett of Goderich will be guest speaker for an open • meeting of the Auburn Horticul- tural Society in the Auburn Community Memorial hall on July 7 at 8 p.m. She will show floral slides taken in various places. Mrs, Myrtle Munro attended the Huron -Perth Retired Teacher's Conference in Mitchell last Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wilson of Fort Frances visited last week with their cousin, Mrs. Eleanor' Bradnock, Mr, George Collins, and Mrs. John Stadlemann, Christine and Rhonda of Blyth. Last week Mr. and Mrs. W, J. O'Donnell of London visited with Mrs. Myrtle Munro. Mrs. Celia Taylor, Mrs. Beth Lansing and Mr. Arthur Young- blut enjoyed the bus trip to Elora last Wednesday with the Huron County Historical Society, Mr. Daryl Ball who is employed for the summer with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food at Thunder Bay spent the holiday weekend at his home here with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Ball and other members of his family. SNELL'S GROCERY ON ALLYOUR FOOD The service was under the charge of Knox United Church with Rev. Harold Snell of Exeter being the guest speaker. The late Rev. Garnet Potter had prepared the program. Mrs. Norman McDowell, secretary -treasurer was in charge of registration. Mrs. Celia Taylor accompanied for the hymns on her accordian. The service was in the charge of the Ball's cemetery Trustee Board composed of Mr. Frank Raithby chairman, Mr. Norman McDowell and Mr. Robert Arthur. Mr. Raithby welcomed all to the service and spoke of the work which had been done the past year. Special thanks were given to Mrs. McDowell and Mr, Robert Turner who is the superinten- dent. Mr. Raithby extended sympathy to those who liad laid Loved Ones to rest during the past year. Those who had passed on were: Mrs. John Youngblut, Mr. Percy Youngblut, Mr. Amos Ball, Mr. Joseph Kenneth Rap- son, Mr. William Straughan, Mrs. Robert J. Phillips, Mr. Russel Reed, Mr. Walter Wag- ner, Mr. Harry L. Sturdy, Mr. Robert J. Phillips and Mr. Jasper McBrien, Rev. Harold Snell gave an inspiring message on the theme - The Open Door, basing it on Revelations, third chapter and verse eight. He stated that God speaks to all today and has always the door open for those who wish to enter. He spoke of the locked churches now which is a must in todays society and stated that no man can shut the door to Life Enternal and to Death and referred to the 23rd Psalm. He spoke of the ancestors who had been laid to rest and had gained Peace as they were with God. Relatives and Friends were present from Wingham, Guelph, Exeter, Goderich, St. Thomas, Stratford, Clinton and the sur- rounding district. LET US MAKE YOUR OLD FURNITURE BLI IR THAN NEWI For a free estimate and a look at our newest samples of materials —CALL UPHOLSTERY th �i �'. nuUIi►�IQ�j9111�1 "Put You/ IJphotiterIng Needs In Our Handl" WE..HAVE FREE PICK-UP .AND DELIVERRVICE Ph. 523.427 Blyth, 0 R. Cook, Prop. $torewide $avirigs CLOVER LEAF COHOE SALMON 'h's 93c SCHNEIDERS MINI SIZZLERS 1 LB. TRAY 89c AUSTRAL CANNED PEACHES 28 OZ. 69 SCHNEIDERS 'CHICKEN IN BUCKET 2 LB A $2.99 EEDS AY 1 R TOMATO ATSUP • 20 OZ. 59c SCHNEIDERS BEEF PIES PKG. OF 6 FOR 99c FRESH PRODU ' E SPECIALS: HOT HOUSE TOMATO S BUNCH RADISHES 2 F R 25c HEINZ TOMATO SOU BLENHEIM CANNED TOMATOES MRS. LUKE'S RASPBERRY AM 10 OZ. 5 FOR 99c 28 OZ. 2 FOR 99 24 OZ. 99c E.D. SMITH'S 19 OZ. 2 FOR PUMPKI PIE FILLER 99 AVAI ABLE: KIN BUG KILLER, ROSE DU T, VAPONA STRIPS PER LB. 9C NEW CABBAGE ONLY 29c EACH NEW POTATOES 10 LB. FOR $1 .59 FESTIVAL 14 OZ. 2 FOR CREAM CORN 49c AYLMER ,GREEN OR WAX BEANS 14 oz. 2 FOR 49c AYLMER DICED CARROTS 14 OZ. 19 OZ. 2 FOR 39c 2 FOR 49c HEINZ SWEET PICKLES 32 OZ. 89c JAVEX 128 OZ. LIQUID BLEACH 99c DUZ WITH HAND TOWEL • D ET ERGENT GIANT SIZE99c PG. 12. THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. DEAR ANN LANDERS: For eight years 1 went with a man 1 loved deeply, i was not of his religion and he said he couldn't marry me as long as his mother was alive. She died six months ago and two weeks later he married a girl t never heard of, t nearly lost my mind, He's crazy, she's crazy Three weeks ago he started to telephone me and tell me his troubles. His wife sleeps in knee socks and a crocheted helmet, She also puts creams all over her body at night and keeps sliding out of bed. Her cooking is so bad he has had indigestion for three months. To make a long story short, he is begging me to take him back. When I asked if he plans to get a divorce, he replied, "Not right away. She's Catholic. I think I can Program 26 (SWEEP) gets underway Program 26 (formerly SWEEP) has become a popular means of student employment in the Maitland Valley Watershed, Brian Sachs, Senior Supervisor for the program has completed filling the labourer positions and the crews started to work on June 23. Working out of Brussels with foreman Rick Earl and sub -fore- man Candace Kidd, both from Atwood, are Les Henderson from Atwood, Nancy Danbrook from Atwood, Andy Doig from Wroxeter, Arlene Cleland from Listowel, Karen Wilson from Wingham, and Terry Quennell from Listowel. The Brussels crew will be working in Morris, Grey, Elma, Wallace and McKillop townships and in Listowel, Brussels, and Seaforth. Robert Datema, foreman from Auburn and Sub -foreman Mari- lynne Wise from Clinton, will supervise the crew located at the Falls Reserve Area at Benmiller. The labourers are Beth Chowen from Clinton, Charles McNall from Goderich, Geoffrey Russell from Goderich, Robert Ellingson rfrom Walton, Irene Wubs from Clinton and Marsha McNall from Blyth. They will be working in the Townships of Ashfield, West Wawanosh, Colborne, Goderich and Hullett and in the towns of Goderich, Lucknow and Clinton. The third crew will be based at the Wawanosh Valley Conserva- tion Area in East Wawanosh. Foreman Paul Mutter from Brussels, and sub -foreman Brenda Johnston from Belgrave, will have Brenda Morrison from Lucknow, and Anne Welwood from Wingham, Chris Excel from Brussels, Allen Foxton from Wingham, Keith Raymond from Brussels and Sandra Currie from Wingham, working with them. The Wawanosh crew will be working in Wingham, Harriston, Blyth and Palmerston and in the townships of East Wawanosh, Turnberry, Howick and Minto. More than 100 students applied 4H Dirt diggers hold meeting to the Maitland Valley Conserva- tion Authority for the 30 positions offered through Program 26. The number of applicants has doubled in comparison to the number of students who applied for positions BY CHRISTINE CHALMERS The third meeting of the Blyth Dirt Diggers was held on June 26 at Nancy Carter's. The meeting was opened with the 4-H pledge followed by the roll call, Members discussed plans for 4-H achievement day. Christine Chalmers demonstrated how to stake tomatoes. Mrs. Hessels led in a quiz on the Canada Food Guide and Mrs. Carter, on vegetables. Mrs. Carter discussed the Cookery of Vegetables. The next meeting will be July 15 at Jean Siertsema's. The meeting was closed with the 4-H motto. last year. get an annulment later." He still doesn't say anything about marriage. He only talks about "getting together" again. I confess 1 miss him terribly. Do you think he is crazy? What should 1 do?. -Dejected DEAR D: Yes, I think he is crazy. And if you start "going with" him again, you arc crazy, too. DEAR ANN LANDERS: I've been a widower for two years. My cousin lives two blocks away. She brings me hot meals occasionally and cleans,the house. This woman hateto take money because she knows I'm on a fixed income, but I insist on giving her a small pittance. My grown daughter objects to my cousin coming into my home and touching anything that belonged to her mother. I can't understand it. The woman is as good as gold. Today my daughter telephoned me and yelled about "that wench" for 30 minutes; .1 just returned from the hospital and felt fine until I received her phone call. Now I am miserable, I love my daughter but I'm 40 years past 21 and cannot tolerate in mixed u p her bossing me around and running down this perfectly lovely person who wants only to help an old man. Please tell me where I stand. --Sad Father. DEAR SAD: The trouble is you aren't standing -- you're lying down and letting your bossy daughter walk all over you. Tell her in plain language that YOU will decide who comes into your home -- and to keep her oar out of your water. DEAR ANN LANDERS: Next month • I'm giving my oldest daughter $100 on her,21st birthday. It's a promise 1 mde to all our children when they were 12 years old •- provided they reached 21 without smoking a cigaret. This will be the third child who has collected. Our son Jcff, age 18, started to smoke recently which means he's not eligible to collect the $100 on ' his 21st birthday. I was disap- pointed when Jcff told me a few months ago he'd rather enjoy the smokes than have the money. 1 said it was up to him and 1 hoped he wouldn't regret it some day. Yesterday Jcff smoked so many love affair cigarets in the living room that the place smelled like a pool hall. Everyone was coughing. I told him he couldn't smoke in the house anymore • he'd have to go outside. Jeff is really a good guy, Ann, Am I being too hard on hint? Should I back off a bit? --A Dad. DEAR DAD: The air in the house belongs to everyone. Jeff doesn't have the right to pollute it. If he has his own room, let him smoke in there (with the door closed). He can then enjoy the coffin nails privately -- cough, wheeze, and maybe even burn the house down if he falls asleep with a cigaret in his hand. ***** There is a big difference between cold and cool. Ann Landers shows you how to play it cool without freezing people out in her booklet, "Teen -Age Sex -- Ten Ways to Cool It." Send 50 cents in coin and a long, self-addressed, stamped envel- ope to Ann Landers, P.O. Box 1400, Elgin, 111. 60120. ©Copyright 1975 Field Enter- prises, Inc. verybody has the right to ffordable housing. is is what Ontario is doing to Ipthem�btainit1 In recent months, the Ontario Government has introduced, or expanded, a number of measures aimed at putting home ownership within reach of greater numbers of people. That means doing two things- making more housing available and helping you to meet home ownership costs. Four Ontario Government programs are directed right at these objectives: 1. Home Ownership Made Easy (H.O.M.E.) brings home ownership within reach of many moderate -income earners. Houses are built on serviced lots which are then r leased by Ontario Housing Corporation to new homeowners, who may buy the land after five years. This combination makes possible lower -than -normal down payments and carrying costs. 2. Ontario Home Renewal Program (OHRP) offers grants and loans for home improve- ments through local municipalities to low and moderate income homeowners. This plan works to rehabilitate sub -standard dwellings—especially those with faulty structural and sanitary conditions—and to upgrade plumbing, heating and electrical systems. 3. Ontario Housing Action Program (OHAP) helps municipalities and developers to increase the supply of serviced land, thus lowering the cost of home ownership and rental accommodations. It also en- courages the building industry to more closely match the housing mix to the purchasing power of the majority of the population. 4. Ontario Home Buyers Grant provides a $1,500 grant in three instalments to any Ontario resident who is 18 or older and buying a first home. There are no price or income restrictions but the home must be the buyer's principal residence and acquired at fair market value. The pur- chase must be completed by December 31, 1975 and the buyer must be living in the home by June 30, 1976. If ' ou would like more information or free lite .ture on these four housing programs, writ- to: Min .try of Housing Com ' unications and Inform. ion Services 101 Bloo Street West Toronto, • tario M5S 1 P8 Ministry of . ousing Donald Irvin : Minister Government of Ontario William Davis, Premier The sign says stop and you'd better or else. A huge crate has been created on Mill Street as workmen continue installation of a new storm sewer through the cast side of town. Even though most people were on holiday on Tuesday, the work went on. Clinton Christian school says double taxation hurts BY CHRIS ZDEB Ralph Schuurman, principal of the Clinton and District Christian School is angry at the double taxation that parents must pay if they decide to send their children to an independent school. He is also upset about the misconcep- tions that the general public holds regarding the independent school system and is determined to clear up the myths. "Our school is like any other Canadian school only the children are taught from a Christian point of view. But that doesn't mean that we make little angels, he said at a recent meeting of the Christian School Board. "The school was originated by people of Dutch background, but we don't teach the Dutch language like many people think we do." Another fallacy stems from the connection • that people believe exists between the school and the Christian Reformed Church, he said. "People call us the Christian Reformed School, the Reformed school...you name it. Unlike the separate school which is an extension of the Roman Catholic Church, the Christian school is not an extension of the Christian Reformed Church, -� "Our school is basically as public as the Clinton Public School next door," Mr. Schuur- man said. "I only wish they'd call themselves a public humanist school, because that's what they are, where we are the Christian school." The Clinton and District Christ- ian' School is in its 13th year of operation in the town and has an enrollment of 207 students which is steadily increasing. The child- ren are conspicuously all of Dutch background and the school board is trying to draw in students from outside this cultural circle, but the myths that people have about the education that the Christian school provides is the major stumbling block in this regard as well as the extra pinch that parents feel in their pocketbooks once they have decided to enroll their children in an independent school. "The only real beef that we have wit'. the government is that we have to pay our municipal taxes and then pay an additional amount to financially support our independent schools," Mr. Schuurman said. The government argues that the public schools are there to be used and if certain individuals want to have their own system of teaching they should bear the burden of supporting it, Mr. Shuurman said that many people are afraid their taxes will rise if the government should finance independent schools, but pointed out that the ministry of education sets spending ceilings of $980 per school -aged child Used Car Sari 1973 Dodge 1/2 ton pick -u 1972 Chrysler Newport C stom,.4 door hardtop, fully eq pped 1972 Datsun, 2 door 1972 T^yota, 4 door, -speed with radio 1971 Mustang, automatic, power steering and brakes s 1969 Meteor, 2/door, hardtop, 8 automatic,power steering and brakes, radio 1968 Chev, 4door, hardtop • CRAWORD MOTORS CHRYSLER • DODGE PLYMOUTH WINGHAM ONTARIO 157-3862 • every year. He said that government grants arc made available for children attending independent schools but arc not released. "Where are the grants going that were set aside for our people?" he said. "The money is likely just sitting there but we've philosophy of education, it just acts as spokesman for the independent school systems on the question of taxation. He added that the government THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. PG. 13. has been receptive to the Association's cause but holds that there is very little hope for changing the method of double taxation. "We don't admire the govern- ment for holding our problem in a political light, but we have to be realistic about the situation," Mr. Schuurman said. The Christian School Board hopes to get some kind of commitment on their cause from local candidates who will be running in the upcoming provin- cial election. Mr. Damsma said a spokesman for the Liberal party had expressed sympathy with the independent schools' cause at a recent convention of the OAAIS in Toronto, but added, "you can take that for what it's worth," The Christian School operates on a budget of $130,000 of which $15,000 is obtained through donations. Each family support- ing the school pays $1,300 yearly in tuition fees. Although the school's financial situation has always been shaky, Mr. Damsma said that somehow the school board would continue to make ends meet and that there was no chance of the school closing down. While seeking financial grants from the government, Mr. Schuurman said the independent school would not want to see the i government ever take complete i financial control over the institu- tion. "The principle of the thing is that we believe that the education of children is the parents' duty not the government's. It's not that we're against public schools," "We live in a society that believes in free enterprise, and freedom is allowed in every tried to find out what happens to it with little success," There are approximately 50,000 children attending independent schools in Ontario; 8,000 of them students of Christian grade and high schools. Last year, 45 independent schools joined to- gether .to form the Ontario Association of Alternative and Independent' Schools (OAAIS). Christian School Board Chair- man Peter Damsma said the OAAIS doesn't really have a aspect of life except education which is relegated to one system," Mr. Damsma said. "If you can go to the church of your choice why can't you sent your children to the school of your choice without being heavily penalized?" In Alberta, the Progressive Conservative government gives substantial grants to its Christian schools after they have been operating for a minimum of two years. Mr. Schuurman said the board would be quite satisfied with such a system here in Ontario. "To be reasonable we would even agree to a requirement of minimum enrollment," he said. The fight for financial assist- ance from the govcrnrhent seems hopeless, but the OAAIS will continue to seek the funds because it believes in the right of their cause., "We don't want the Christian Schools because we want to see our children Dutch educated, or because we think we're better than the public schools, Mr. Schuurman said. "We just believe that Christianity can't be departmentalized. We just can't say, I've gone to church on Sunday so I've fulfilled my obligation as a Christian." GE the CIAL ENING of emorial Hall dnesday, July 9, 1975 8:30 p.m. bon Cutting Ceremony (lowing the opening night presention of "Mostly in Clover" there will be Coffee and Sandwiches served KTk PG, 14, THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. Tizzr747zzimIc2:12smillav..„., Classified Rates Help Wanted Effective June 26, 1974 WORD COUNT Charges are based on the number of words. Sets of numerals as for serial numbers, street numbers, phone numbers or prices count as one word per set. Words joined by hyphens count as separate words. SEMI -DISPLAY 5 cents per word, minimum charge of $1.25. Box numbers to this office will be charged 50 cents per insertion. Births, marriages, engagements, deaths are free of charge. DISPLAY .51.40 per column inch, after 10 consecutive insertions with no changes. $1.00 per column inch. 25c DISCOUNT FOR CASH PAYMENT ON OR BEFORE MONDAY NOON OF WEEK FOLLOWING FINAL INSERTION Deadline for classified ads is Tuesday noon PHONE 523-9646 For Sale. SWIMMING POOL SACRIFICE. Leading manufacturer and dist- ributor has above ground alumin- um pools !eft over from 1974 season, '/2 price, guaranteed installation and terms. Call Credit Manager collect, London, 519-681-3805, days or evenings. 10-tfn DELUXE, REDWOOD, ABOVE Ground pools, (2) 16 by 24; 16 x 32, complete, 1 year old, Repossess by bank, sacrifice half price. Call Mr. James 519.681.3804. 23-tfn TV GUIDES NOW ON SALE AT The Blyth Standard. 12-tfn ONE H 1 R, SPIN dryer in o; oIf 23-9102, 24" ELECTRIC STOVE, NEA ly new. Ringer washing mach' nearly new. Phone 523-9699 LIQUID MANURE TANK. CAL Dungannon 529-7505 before a.m. for details. FOUR BULL CALVES BE- tween 1 week and 1 month old. Phone 526-7299. 27.1p WOMEN'S, MEN'S & Children's magazines now on sale at The Blyth Standard such as: Chatelaine, Ladies' Home Journal, Needlework, Redbook, Lady's Circle, Vogue, McCall's, Good Housekeeping, Weight Watchers, Seventeen, Modern Bride, Movie magazines galore, True Romance, Time, Newsweek, Psychology Today, True, Hockey Illustrated, Field and Stream, Crossword P uzzles, Mad, Crack- ed, Jack and Jill, etc. 12-tfn Help Wanted Help Wanted etaker for Blyth Union Cemete Applications to be in the hands o -- Clerk -treasurer, Blyth, Ontario by • 4, 1975. THE HURON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION REQUIRES OCCASIONAL TEACHERS to do supply work in the elementary and secondary schools during 1975-76. Written applications, including qualifications, social insurance number, and telephone number must be mailed before July 23rd to R. E. Smith, Superintendent of Education Huron County Board of Education 103 Albert St., Clinton, Ontario Applicants should indicate the grades and/or subjects they are prepared to teach and the schools in which they would serve. From this information lists of available teachers will be prepared for each school. Principals will then contact applicants when their services are required. Persons presently serving as Occasional Teachers in our schools need not re -apply. Names will automatically be included for the coming year unless notifica- tion to the contrary is received from either the teacher or a principal. D. J. Cochrane, Director. W. Shortreed, Chairman. 27-3 Notice. STUDENTS FOR HIRE ANY 'obs, any size. Phone 524-2744. 23-1 & 26-7 "THE' NEARLY NEW STORE" closes July 5 and any articles not sold must be picked up by this date. We re -open August 26 fo Fall goods and close October NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE OF GLADYS MAY FAWCETT ALL PERSONS having claims against the Estate of the above-mentioned, late of the Village of Blyth, in the County of Huron, Spinster, who died on May 29th, 1975 are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before the 12th day of July, 1975, After that date the Executor iiIIIIIIIIIIIIlliillIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII111111IIIII will proceed to distribute the Estate having regard only to the BROADLOO claims of which he shall then have had notice. DATED at Wingham, Ontario, this 11th day of June, A.D. 1975. or area CRAWFORD MILL & DAVIES CLINTON'S CARPET CENTR !Wall to wall installation carpets •Samples shown In yo •Free estimates •Guaranteed installa ons home There's a Cel ' : e carpet for every roo In the home. ‘Q ity you can trust" From BA & MUTCH FURNITURE LIMITED Phone 482.9505, Clinton 11111111118181118111111118111181118111011111111111111111118811i Wingham, Ontario Solicitors for the Executor 26.3 Wanted WANTED TO BUY: OLD FUR- niture, player piano, china, books, photographs by Sallows, automotive books and license plates. 482.9193. 13-tfn COUNTY OF F1 11Q L requires DEPUTY CLERK -TREASURER Sealed applications clearly marked (Application for Deputy Clerk -Treasurer) will be received by the undersigned until 5:00 p.m., Friday, July I1th, 1975. Applications should be in writing, stating qualifications and experi- ence. Duties will be primarily in Accounting but involve assisting Clerk -Treasurer in all phases of his responsibilities. Applicants are required to have at least a Secondary School gradua- tion diploma, or equivalent. Preference will be given to a recognized Accounting Degree, and related Municipal experi- ence. Enrollment in or a graduation certificate from the Municipal Clerk -Treasurer's Training Course would also be an asset, Salary commensurate with quali- fications and experience. Excell- ent fringe benefits. Replies will be held strictly confidential. B. G. Hanly, Clerk -Treasurer and Administrator, County of Huron, Court House, Goderich, Ont. N7A 1 2 Card of Thanks At Your Service COCKERLINE. Many thanks to all who sent messages of sympathy in any way, Special thanks to friends and neighbours who sent baking or food to the house during our sad bereave- ment. Also thanks to Dr. Street, Lloyd Tasker and Reverend C, Wittich, pallbearers and flower bearers. You kindness will always be remembered. -Gertrude Cockerlinc and family, 27-1p HOWATT. 1 wish to thank friends aqd neighbours for cards and gifts while a patient in Unive,si' Hospital. -Ron Howatt, POLLARD. The Pollard family in appreciation wish to thank rela- tives, friends and neighbours for their kindness. Special thanks to Rev, Wittich, Dr, Street nurses at Clinton Hospital, Tenders. Wanted 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. 27-tfn WILSON. A sincere thanks to my neighbours and friends and all the clubs also for the doctors and nurses at Wingham and Victoria hospitals, card, gifts, flowers, ambulance drivers. It was appreciated with thanks. -Rus Wilson. 27-1p WRIGHT, The family of the late Mr, Harvey Emerson Wright, wishes to extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the many acts of kindness, messages of sympathy, beautiful floral tributes, and memoriam cards received from our kind friends, neighbours and relatives in our recent sad bereavement also for the many acts of Kindness during his illness. Special thanks to Rev. C. L, Wittich, Dr, Richard Street, Tasker Funeral Homc, Mrs. Wm. Cockerline, Mrs. Ella Fairservice, Mr, Calvert Falconer, Mr. C. Wheeler, the pallbearers, the flowerbearers, the ladies who helped in the home and all those who helped in any way. -Marion Wright, 27-1p To all the wonderful people that showed their love for the defenceless and supported us by either walking or sponsoring "The Walk For Life." TI e- -executive from the Goderich a Wingham ProLife groups. TENDERS FOR MUNICIPAL DRAINS TOWNSHIP OF HULLETT WALLACE: 250 lineal feet of open drain (400 c.y.) 2,762 lineal feet of closed drain (16" - 18") 2 Catch Basins BOWES: 6,479 lineal feet of open drain (11,400 c.y.) 5,587 lineal feet of closed drain 1. (18" - 6") 6 Concrete Catch Basins 2 Township Road Culverts 1Railway Culvert 1County Road Culvert Separate Tenders will be accept- ed for open and closed work. Lowest or any Tender not necessarily accepted. Tenders to state dates of commencement and finish. Breakdown between Crossings and Lands to be shown. A Cheque for 10% of the Tender price to accompany Tender. No Tender accepted after 5:00 p.m., on Friday, July 18, 1975. Further particulars, Plans, and Specifications may be seen at the Clerk's Office. Clare Vincent - Clerk Box 293, Londesboro 27-2 Wanted WANTED: CANADA'S LEAD- ' ing Manufacturer and Distributor is seeking a choice residential site to display their new 1975 above ground redwood pool, Your backyard is the prime location we will consider. An excellent opportunity for you the home owner. Call collect 681-3800 days or evenings. 11-tfn Birth I'LL TRUCK anywhere in 523-9338. YOUR GOODS Ontario. Phone 26-4 CUSTOM COMBINING OF Wheat, grain and beans. Phone 523.4583, 27-2 W ly wait for win er? - do it no • Loader and tr rental • Washed cern t gravel • Washed sa and stone • Crushed c' ent gravel • Crushed 'ad gravel • Top soil • • Fill • Pit r ' n B • Chamney SAND & GRAVEL uburn 526-7799 evenings. BERG Sales - Servi 1nstallatio • Barn Cl Bunk ;eedera • Stab a ESTIMATES D. nand G. Ive! R.R. 2, BLYTH P ' tie Brussels 887-902 BOLGER, Born to Mr. and Mrs. Larry Bolger in Wingham and - District Hospital, July 1, 1975, a daughter Erin Elizabeth, a sister for Christopher. Weight 6 lbs. 15 oz. FEAR. To Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Fear of London (nee Rath) in St. Joseph's Hospital, a girl Jana Michel. A first granddaughter for Mr, and Mrs. Grant Rath of Clinton and a granddaughter for Sam Fear. In Memoriam PHILLIPS. In loving memdry of Mrs, Robert (Winrtte) Phillips," who pas$ed away 1•year ago,' July $; 1974. Time takes away the edge. of grief, But memory turns back every, j leaf,L -Laura, Ellen and Tom. ONLY YOU CAN GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFEI BE A REGULAR BLOOD DONOR mir 82.Albert Street Clinton Ph me: 482-9371 MASON BAILEY BROKER/MANAGER 50 acres cash crop land in Hullett Township, ;:o buildings. ***** 1 floor brie home in Blyth, 5 rooms, all c, rpeted, 2 bedrooms modestly pri :ed, *** Laying opera ion in Blyth, price includes all a uipment and egg quota for app ox. 5,000 hens, **** 3 room sch house in East Wawanosh To nship. approxi- mately 1'/2 acr s of land. * ** 8 room, 11/2 stoy brick home in Blyth, 4 bedrooms, large lot with scenic view. *** * 1 floor bick bung low in Blyth, 2 bedrooms, large I\lot full base- ment. **** Country living on 4 cres close to Blyth, 2 storey brick home, newly decorated, 3 bedroo s, new oil furnace. Real Estate 82 Albert Street Clinton We have listed a variety of farms in Huron County, ***** 100 acre farm in Morris Twp. 70 acres workable nd drained. 2 floor brick home w h 5 bedrooms, **** 7 acre building site ar Auburn, ***** Real Estate 1'/z stor attached 4 bedroo frame home, 8 rooms arage, 11/2 bathrooms, , oil heating. ***** ullett Township, 2 home completely sulatcd farrowing 10 acres in floor brick modernized. barn. * 25 acres wo Belgrave, with build on. *** cd land near nice setting to FOOD FOR TH UGHT My father was a slo learner, I was almost 27 before he began to seem intelligent. PETER S. MacEWAN GENERAL INSURANCE REAL ESTATE BROKER 38 ST. DAVID ST. GODERICH 524-9531 TWO FOR THE PRIC • F ONE Live in one and rent the other as t i duplex contains two 2 bedroom apartments. Total askin price $25,000.00. See us for further details, COTT GE TIME We still have a few good b s in the Bayfield and Port Albert areas, Investigate the today. BUILDING LOTS One in Goderich `ft. by 104 ft. for $7,500.00. A few 2 acre lots at Port Alber asking price $7,000.00. each. Good building lots in the v age of Lucknow and in Dungannon. Stan Kay - 523.4464 Jo -Ann Bullen • 565.2421 OPEN EVERY, GHT' TKtATht •, 1• , .., I •'111u t1UA..181., SAL: JULY 1. 1.1 SUN. MON, TUFS.. JULY 1,r 1 to protect her students? khalk ik* plI A/ The Trial of Billy Jack — PLUS — hat's Up Doc ADULT SNTI.TAINMINT LUS A :, it ;.J., (Iii •il,ll •l.•�151 10,14 ,0 •q.u, l444 MM•11 "Lei Ne1Ave jilt" WED.,THUR., '1„SAT. —JULY 1,I1,11,11 BURT It ' ' o DS WIRE E LIGHTNING GATOR PLUS — •.11 Entertainment CORNE /WILDE • YAPHET MOTTO Sharks TREASURE PROGRAM SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE LYCEUM THI>CJAIME' WINGIIAM ONIAPIO P44O1115111,19 • •• •• • SHOWING 7 111 • Wed. 2nd, to T • Please Note: Show • ONE SHOWING 8: • IE • • • DAYS! • s. 8th • mos All Days, • 0 P.M. ONLYI • • Sentenced to 28 years n prison for a crime he • •never committed. Only I o Things can gel him out. • A 101 o1 money an. ,•.1. Charles Bronson) • • 1 • r` • • it. • \+�!/,l • • • ' • ':.. • 1ERK • .r a1 :% t A tl� 'I��1 • • • • ••• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ADULT ENTERTAINMENT • •••fil••••••••tl� PARK GDDETCH 10 181 SOUIRI '80411 51/ IAII AIR (0ND1110NID ENDS TONIGHT — JULY 1 r I [Imam ARMIXMRrlUw I FRIDAY, SATURDAY — J LY 4 A hula•rious space ago WALT DISNEY sadventurel WAIN DI NhY.,... MIR( RN - CRI1S( ,U.s.N. NONAN DY E'MK.KWAN NI mom mom* D. .wwr, M. MI.•+WI, • t us y rd Indian 4r (4-1; SUN.. MOH TUES. — JULY /, 1, 1 To Be Announced PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE • THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. PG. 15. COMING EVENTS SWIMMING CLASS REGISTRA- tion will be held on July 22 and July 24. Classes to be held from July 29 to August 12, Monday through Friday 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Registration fee 57.00 per child. Children registered through the Blyth Recreation Committee guaranteed transportation. Regis- ter with Mrs. Amy McCrea secretary•treasurer. Phone 523.9344. 27-1 & 29-1 THE HURON COUNTY HEALTH UNIT Invites you to attend the Child Health Clinic, Health Unit office, Medical buildings, Brussels on Tuesday, July 8, 1975 from 9:30 -.11:30 a.m, for: 1. Health Surveillance 1 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. MONSTER BINGOS EVERY Monday night until September at 8 p.m. in Clinton Arena. 15 regular games at $50; three share -the -wealth games; plus $1,000 jackpot every night. Proceeds to swimming pool fund. 23-13 CASH BINGO, SEAFORTH LEGION HALL, Fric ay, July 4 11975 at 8:15 p.m. sharp. 15 Country Singles/t Dance/ SAT., J U 12 at HULLY LLY 8:30p m. Dance and Camporee Refressiments Served ( Watch for our next dance on July 12 at iSeaforth Legion Minsk by Tony N uthers Blyth Recreation Program MONDAY, Ju• ly 7 • 9 a,m. _• 12 noon • Girls 12.14 years old - crafts (i.e. bread roses, workl with felt) Bolys 12 - 14 years old • crafts (i.e. smoke et :ng, carving) 1:30 • 4:30 p.m. Girls (older) - Sports (i.e. volleyball, bas • ::11, soccer) Boys (older) • Sports (i.e. football) Younger boys and girls - games inc . 1 ing some sports ` activities. 7:30 p.m. ATTENTION: meeting of a teenagers and adults interested in a fitness program : t the public school (i.e. basketball, volleyball, soccer TUESDAY, July 8 - 9 a.m. - 1 noon Girls 12 - 14 - Crafts Boys 12 • 14 - Crafts 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Girls (older) - Sport Boys (older) - Spo Younger boys an 1 girls - games including some sports activities WEDNESDAY, Jul 9 - 9 a.m, - .12 noon Girls 12 • 14 Crafts Boys 12 - 14 Crafts 1:30 • 4:30 p.m. All public school aged children crafts and sports activities g * 3 - years old - supervision and games at the Lion's Pa from 1:30 • 3:00 p.m. THUR: DAY, July 10 - 9 a.m, • 12 noon G rls 12 - 14 - Crafts , oys - 12 - 14 •- Crafts 1:30 • 4:30 p.m. Girls (older) • Sports Boys (older) - Sports Younger boys and girls • games activities, and some sports regular games at $10.00 each; three specials for 525.00 each and a $75.00 jackpot to go each week. Admission, 51.00; extra cards 25c each or 7 for 51,00 (Children under 16 not permitted.) Pro- ceeds for Welfare Work. Sponsor- ed by Branch 156, Seaforth Royal Canadian Legion. tfn NEW BINGO, CLINTON LEGION HALL, 8:30 p.m., July 3, Admission, $1,00 each. Three Share -the -Wealth games. One jackpot for $150 in 54 calls or less or guaranteed ` $25 consolation. One call and $10 added weekly if not won. tfn 1- •••••••••••••• - QUEEN'S HOTE B R U SS ' LS FRIDAY, SAT A RDAY AND S AY J ly4.5 Sm key Dunn and his Hillbillies ••••••••••••••• DANCE to STAR TREK at the Clinton Arenf(e n the floor) July 19, from 10 to 1 Dress is semi -formal - no blue jeans Refreshments'available, lunch served. �HELP CELEBRATE LINTON'S CENTENNIAL Admission: $2.50 per person Sponsored by Huron County Junior Farmers ISM IN CLINTON - ONTARIO OfAE BOX OFFICE .PEN 8 P.M. • FIRST SHOW AT OUSK WED., JULY 2 to TUESDAY, JULY 8 t•t US... the crew is dead... please help usllr / ADULT ENTERTAINMENT CNIIR110N IIISION N�REH IIACII GI0101 KINN1II CIORU SWAHSON NftIH RE0tl IIRIfrr 110111S1,11 SUS�Ii ghR11 SIO CH1SAR LIND FAIR • OINA ANOlIWS • IR 1HINNES NAIIV MON. II NEISOH MJ JSIA SUWI1ERUHD rlIM A HN NJIIS IyeN, I4, mN AeASNi p MIA, Hop Ian NJ L4 W A VANI 4n M SIN 1 ADULT ENTERTAINMENT The most fascinating urder mystery in years. .•..I• BURT LANCASTER Icilir (SUSAN CLARK CAMERON MITCHELL WED., THURS.,,ERI, - JULY 9, 10, 11 Alt CHAR S Anywe' BRONSON "MA.MAIEfiYI(° WhY are theY say* the one movie you should see this year? Ask anyone who's seen h. United ATS ADULT ENTERTAINMENT The IIIGGOST"WI1HDRaWaL III DanK s " ', ,V„FGSLmitt F HI -1 yl A t'� . • . r� SID ADULT ENTEVTAINMENi ` Jr' .1,7 Ar EORCE C. SCO1T 'SANK SHOT” PG. 16. THE BLYTH STANDARD, JULY 2, 1975. BY KEITH ROULSTON Fashion and I have never gotten along too well. You might even say we've never been introduced. I mean one publisher I know is a regular fashion plate. You never see a hair out of place. You never see him in a suit that isn't the latest style. You never see him but what he looks like he could have just stepped out of a fashion magazine. 1, meanwhile, look like 1 wouldn't even deserve ranking on the list of the world's 10 Worst Dressed Men....I'd be too scruffy to be considered worthy of scorn. About as close as I've conte to being fashionable in the past few years . is in the pair of flared pants that my wife bought for Fathers Day or Christmas or some other occasion (bless her heart she hasn't given up on trying to stake me look decent). They're the kind that not only have the flared leg but also have these monstrous cuffs on the bottom. 1 think that the cuff on the flared pants resulted from a bribe given to the fashion industry by some unemployed doctor somewhere. That cuff is guaranteed to nearly be the end of you at least once a day. I regularly get it caught getting out of my car, I have caught it on just about any object you could name. 1 can see no advantage to the cuffs (I don't even smoke so I can't use it for an ash tray) aside from one day when 1 dropped a pen and it was caught by the cuff rather than crashing to the floor. Clothes to me have always been one of the non-essential luxuries. 1 don't mean I'm a closet nudist, I just mean that clothes are s. nrething to keep you -warm and decent looking and I've never had the time, effort or money to make them a major part of my life. My feelings are much the same about women. When I see a woman dressed in the latest garb, it doesn't really effect me one way or the other. But the other day I saw this headline in a newspaper that said "platform shoes may be sexy, but they're dangerous" or something to that effect. Now that headline really grabbed me. I began to doubt my senses. I mean 1 always knew platform shoes were dangerous, both to the wearer who may fall off them and break his or her neck and to the poor innocent bystander who may get trampled by all 10 pounds or My war with fashions so of wood, leather, cork or what -have -you that stakes up the shoe. But what really got me was that word sexy. Had 1 gotten so far out of style? Had I gotten so far over the hill reward senior citizenship that I didn't even know what was sexy any store? I mean to me watching a girl walk down the street in a pair of heavy platform shoes has all the sex appeal of watching a Clydesdale horse. They both have much the same effect, a heavy - foot look to them that somehow concentrates the vision of the beholder on the feet rather than the more attractive elements of the body. Now to people of a generation earlier than mine this might be fine. I've always heard about the pleasures of looking at a well-turned ankle but I've never seen any: either any pleasures or any well-turned ankles. Well- turned ankles only nuke me think of pain as in the pain you get if you fall of those monstrous modern shoes and turn your ankle. On the other hand, I've heard people of an older generation than mine say the ugliest joint in the body is the knee. Having been raised in a generation when the knee was plainly visible I must admit I find it handsome. Perhaps that's why I cry a little tear every time I see some shapely young girl walk down the street in one of those new dresses that make them look like refugees from a wartime photo album. I mean these shapeless rags they're beginning to wear now are just too much: about six inches too much and all on the bottom hem linea The fashion industry after inventing the mini -skirt to get women to throw out their older, longer skirts several years back, has been trying ever since to get woman to throw out their minis and go back to something longer. They've been losing their shirts, so to speak, in the fashion industry because women have insisted on keeping the short skirts. Meanwhile, all the hus- bands have been saving their shirts because they haven't had to replace entire wardrobes every year and a half. They've also been gaining a lot of pleasant scenery. I think we should draw up a petition against the fashion industry for trying to foist this visual pollution on us. Something has to be done before they turn the whole nation's womanhood into a big bunch of sack wearers. Ah well, .there is a bright side. Just think how much the kids are going to laugh in 20 years when they see old pictures of mom and what she used to wear. ********************** THE COUNTYOFHURO • is conducting a contest for the distinctive flag for Huron o FLAG CONTEST * I * OPEN TO ANYONE I signofa unty PRIZES TO BE ' ARDED HURON COUNTY * Rules: * * * (1) Contest en.. Nov, 1, 1975 * (2) Entries to •e in colour * * * * • (3) Entires ze to be 6" x 12" * * * 4( Develop en ies to: * Develop - ent Office * Courth ' se * * Code ich, Ont, *1 ********************** * The tragedy of war The sadness of the first World War is shown in this scene from Mostly in Clover to open the Blyth Summer Festival season next Wednesday night. Ron Swartz, Angie Guy, 'Gord Bradley and Jim Schaefer take part in the scene. Tickets for all performances including the opening night are available at the box office..•staff photo. ••••••• • • • • -ter • •�1 , • `� • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • i • . • • • • • • • • • • i • • i • • • • • • O 00000 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • SY • r ■ Sat! 1/ ; •fislier• • • • • • • • • • • i • !j`1• Breeze through summer in the fresh -air casual look of our happy -go -sunny fashions for with -it girls ... in stepped -u colors, styles and prints. • • • ••• • 1 • • • • • • 1 • • • • • • • • i •• • Ladies & Infants Wear / / • • Blyth, Ont. Phone 523-4351 • •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••