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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Blyth Standard, 1979-01-31, Page 1He's seen a lot of history In 50 years as a miller BY DEBBIE RANNEY Fifty years is a long time to hold one job but the changes in the job were what kept Charles Johnston of Blyth in the flour milling business from 1928 to 1978. Charles Johnston first started working at the age of 11 when he quit school and went to work on the various farms around the Ripley area where he lived at the time, A person who stayed with the same job for 50 years must have enjoyed what he was doing and Mr. Johnston said his interest went back to when he was working as a farm hand. At that time they had to take in grist for feed to the feed mill in Ripley and the miller there had a midget flour mill that he used to run while he wasn't doing the grist. Very often Mr. Johnston would help him run this mill and so got a little experience in his future career that way. In the spring of 1927 Mr. Johnston went to Port Credit and worked at the St. Lawrence S t arch Company as a labourer in the plant. Then in 1928, he got a job at Howson and Howson's flour mill in Wing- ham, His father lived across the road from the miller and heard there was a job opening there and told the miller his son would be interested. The miller operates the flour mill, doing the grinding and the sifting and overseeing the mill as a whole, "When 1 started to work the miller's job was more maintenance, millwright and everything else combined, As the mill has grown bigger, the jobs are spread out between more people," he said, HEAD MILLER "Today the head miller more or less just controls the mill and is in charge of setting the machines and sifting. It's got so much Londesboro bank bigger, it takes more men." "In my career, l never figured I worked for anybody. I worked with them, especially with Howsons, We worked together with what was to be done in the mill," he said. Mr. Johnston worked with Howson and Howson till 1939, Then he went to Toronto and worked as a chauffeur until the fall of 1939 when the war broke out. At that time, he was asked to po hack in (Continued on Page 20) Held up by men Two men, possibly armed, held up the Londesboro Bank of Montreal on Tuesday and the Goderich 0. P. P, set up roadblocks in the area, hoping to catch the suspects. Tony Vanzon, assistant manager at the Clinton Bank of Montreal, said the robber' was under investigation, and nn estimate i°f the amount of money taken was available at press time. The hold-up happened around the noon AMILLER FOR 50YEARS — Charles Johnston of Blyth was a miller for 50 years with Howson and Howson first in Blyth and then in Wingham. (Standard Photo) Morris okays raises BY DEBBIE RANNEY Morris Township Council set wages and salaries for council members and township employees on Monday. At its lastmcting council had offered the road superintendent and the gradermen $6.10 but the gradermen who were making $5.75 wanted $6,25 an hour. After a discussion at Monday's meeting, council agreed to the $6.25 an hour but with the gradermen's salaries to be negotiated at the first of September from now on. During some discussion with road superintendent Bill McArter, council member Ross Procter expressed some concern about the atmosphere in which wages for the gradermen were solved, He said he didn't want to hold out and have bad feelings over what they were asking for, but, "you can't run a business always giving in," • Councillor Bob Grasby said, "Every year it's six or seven per cent more. One of these years you're going to have to take six per cent less." Ross Procter said, "When it gets to the place where 1 don't know anymore (what's fair) I'd call tenders for the job.'' The reeve's salary was raised from $925 last year to $1000 this year, the deputy reeve's from $800 to $870. Councillor's salaries go from $750 to 820. Fur attending special meetings last year the reeve received $15, the deputy reeve $12 and councillors $10, This amount was increased to $20 for the reeve and $15 for the rest of the councillors. The wage of fenceviewers remained at $10. Labour wages which were $4 were increased to $4,35 an hour. The tile drain inspector's salary remained at $12 per hour. Waste disposal site inspector Adam Smith received a raise from $4 to 4.35, Livestock evaluator Glen Casemore will now receive $6,25 an hour and 21 cents per mile, up from last year's $5.30 an hour and 21 cents per mile, Clerk Nancy Michie's wage went from $4 to $4.35 an hour and treasurer George Michic's went from $125 to $135 a month, In otlrnrbusiness. council decided to have (Continued on Page 20) the hour when two men, believed to be armed, held up the bank teller. The Londesboro bank is staffed by one teller. Lonesboro residents reported the bank was closed immediately following the hold-up and several police cruisers were in the area. Earl Hilderley, manager of the Clinton and Londesboro banks, could not be reached for comment. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 1979 BLYTH, ONTARIO PRICE: 20 Cents Volume 89 — No. 5 Auburn may lose stage Depending upon public reaction the hall in Auburn may have its knotty pine stage taken down and a portable one made to take its place. At the annual hall board meeting Wednesday evening, a suggestion was advanced that the stage took up too much room and that if torn out the space could be rented and made more attractive to rent to larger groups. At present the hall has been insulated in the bottom portion and plans have been made to insulate the sloped sides and top. This would include putting up a suspended ceiling and walls, If the decision concerning the stage were left until after the insulating were done it would mean a greater expense to have the stage removed. The hall is a community building; there- fore, the hall board has called for a public meeting to be held February 8 at 8;30 in the hall to decide what is to be done with the stage. An election of officers for the hall board was held and Ralph Campbell of East Wawanosh Township was appointed chair- man. He succeeds Jim Glousher who represents the village of Auburn, Mrs. Donald Haines was appointed secretary treasurer and Mrs, Jim Glousher and Mrs. Donald Cartwright will continue to be carctakers at the same salaray of $3 per hour. Mrs, Ann St. Jean spoke of the New Horizon program for senior citizens and reported that grant funds were available for a group of seniors to do just about anything. Many of the people at the meeting were in favour of seeing a group of seniors use the hall more often and it was suggested that a group could make things a little more comfortable with funds available, The hall board raised the water rates to $45 per year from $40 for the 17 ratepayers on the John Street water line coming from the hall. The financial statement for the past year was reviewed and rents were up over previous years. There is an expected decline in the number of events renting the hall due to the liquor plebiscite held in Hullett township which prevents liquor being served in the township. The Auburn Hall EA' in Hullett Township.' Treasurer Lois Haines also noted that there had been a notable increase in the cost of propane and oil fuel for the hall, The lower portion of the hall has been insualted as well as the end walls. The total bill submitted is for $1,082 from Stewarts Aluminum, Goder- ich. A sample of the foam insulation was tested with flame to reassure some of the members that the insulation used was fire resistant, ACCIDENTS CAN HAPPEN — An accident oniCountyRoad 25, 1/4 mile west of Blyth, Friday, caused $50 damage to Robert Morrisons car. The other vehicle, driven by Brad Bromley, was not damaged. Charges are pending according to Goderich O.P.P. (Standard Photo) 2 — THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 New at Huron Chapel, Auburn BY PASTOR WAYNE GOOD Guest singers at the Chapel Sunday evening were Marianne and Cathy Ander- son of Goderich. Accom- panied by their father Edgar on the guitar and mother Phyllis with her accordion they sang, "If that isn't Love, I've a Happy Song to Sing today" and "How Long has it Been Since You Talked with the Lord?" Lorne Wolfe welcomed those arriving for the service and was assisted by Doug Campbell in receiving the evening offering. The Chap - elites played "In the Valley'' while the offering was received. In response for offerings to cover the cost of insulating the Chapel over 5450.00 was received; this will permit us to proceed with the insulating of the ceiling. The cost of insulating the walls is in excess of S2p00.00 and this will be carried out when sufficient funds have been received. Ralph Campbell Construc- tion have completed instal• ling storm windows on the church this week. The cost of the storm windows was underwritten by the Mission- ary Men's Fellowship of the Missionary Church, Canada East District. The key thought of Pastor Good's message based upon Paul's greeting to the Ephesians, was, "The extent to which we are surrendered to Christ • to that measure is He able to fill us with Himself." Our resources for abundant living is found in the 'fulness of God' Ephes• ians 3 99; 'the fulness of Christ' 4:13 and the 'fulness of the Holy Spirit', 5:18. Mrs. Cathy Nasmith and Mrs. Irene Good continue house visitation in the village of Auburn this week. The prayers and sympathy of the Chapel congregation is extended to the Lloyd McCI inchey family at the sudden death of their son Paul. May they experience the blessing that comes from knowing that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them that are called according to His purpose. Announcement was made about the upcoming World Missions Conference to be held at the Chapel in March, with missionary personnel and Nationals representing Brazil, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. Mr. and Mrs. Dave Baan received a beautifully illus- trated color map of the Holy Land, offered by the pastor to those who had invited guests present with them in the service, Anyone reading this news item and attending the Chapel this Sunday eve- ning for the first time in 1979 will have a choice of receiv- ing a picture of Jerusalem or a color map of the Holy Land. Books at the Library INDOOR TREES BY JACK KRAMER The latest facet of the houseplant craze is the house plant tree. This author has written an informative guide to forty-seven indoor trees that are easy to grow. He discusses the special con• ditions that are peculiar to each variety; what to grow them in, where to put them, general everyday care health problems and cures for diseases that might strike your tree plant. • BORROWER OF THE NIGHT BY ELIZABETH PETERS Attractive Vicky Bliss could never make people take her seriously as a scholar, even when she was appointed college instructor of history. Tony Lawrence was her most infuriating scoffer. To prove herself, she set out to find the priceless jewelled reliquary that Tony was seeking, The search led to Schloss Drachenstein where the contest became a perilous battle against dan- ger and death. OLLIE THE BACKWARD FORWARD BY CLEM PHILBROOK 011ie Scruggs could play fairly good baseball and foot- ball, but basketball was something else, All the fourth, fifth and sixth grad- ers were being taught the fundamentals of the game but 011ie was no good at it. There were competitions in class too, and how 011ie managed in them provides some stories that are funny. Please note that next story hour will be on Thursday, February 15, at 1:40 p.m. BUS N SS D R C ORY WARD & UPTIGROVE CHARTERED , ACCOUNTANTS I.ISTOWEL. ONT. 291.3GREID Boost Your Income BUY'�- THIS SPACE TODAY Call 523-9646 -�t .mss •�: ,, SALM CONSTRUCTION Farm, Commercial & Residential Const. Framing, Roofing, Aluminum Siding, Renovations Dave Salm 523-9641 Blyth, Ont. Geo.Burkholder AUTO BODY COLLISION REPAIRS & REFINISHING TOWING SERVICE 24 HOURS A DAY Phone 523-9474 NOTICE HAMMS CAR SALES LTD. 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Phones: Office 523-4481 Res. 523.4323 INSURANCE IN ALL BRANCHES Fire Life Automobile Accident & Sickness .Liability • Ml Kinds Court and Other Bonds Inland Transportation Pate Glass windstorm Guarantee Burglary All Risks Furs, Jewelry ELLIOTT REAL ESTATE Gordon Elliott. Broker R. John Elliott, Salesman PHONES: Blyth Office 523.4481 Res. 523.4522 or 523.4323 WANTED.Listings on Farms, Homes and Business BROWN'S TIRE SERVICE R.R.2, Blyth . 8th Line Morris Mobile Service on the farm New & used tires 887-6788 BEARSS ALUMINUM Blyth 523-9640 for a complete line of aluminum siding soffit and fascia, eavestrough, doors, windows, railings, awnings and shut- ters. Specializing in custom encase- ments. LYLE YOUNGBLUT OIL BURNER SALES & SERVICE 'four Oil Heating Contractor' BLYTH ONTARpr PHONE 523 ' FLEMING FEED MILLAGENCY • Bulk Pelleted Feed •• Fast Unloading Elevator • 2 pits open 24 j Hrs. a day CLINTON From Me to You News for consumers THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 BY RHEA HAMILTON Have you ever been dis- appointed in a product you have bought: What makes it especially frustrating is the fact that you may have shopped around for the pro- duct and done some looking into the matter, It may be time though for manufacturers to beware. Customers that become dis- satisfied with your product may take you to court and win. An unusual case has just finished in Toronto con- cerning a farmer and his newly purchased forage har- vester, Now even those of us who live in the towns and villages know just how much those big machines cost and how important it is for farm- ers to get their money out of it to pay those bank bills, In this case the farmer ended up getting out of farming due to the fact that the forager did not do the job advertising claimed. It was found in court that the brochure that the manufac- turer put out really built up the qualities of the machine. They claimed that the for- ager would chop 45 to 60 tons of corn when in reality the forage harvester only man- aged to take off 16 ton. Now to anyone's estimation that is a far cry from the much tooted 45 tons. Maybe if a certain chain of events had not happened, the farmer would not have taken the firm to court over the matter but the next few weeks were to remain in his mind for the next few years, The farmer, Glenn Murray of Barrie, was unable to get enough corn off for the season and therefore did not have enough silage to feed the stock that he raised and boarded. The end result was that Mr. Murray got out of the farming business, Now we all know that court cases are often slow coming before the bench but in this case, Mr. Murray bought the machine ten years ago and the Sperry Rand, the manu- facturer, has since dis- continued the production of that particular 'model, Inter- esting point. It is believed that this ruling is the first item a Canadian court has held a manufacturer liable when no contract existed with the purchaser or negli- LETS GET TOGETHER — A group of interested seniors met with Federal Health and welfare rep. Richard Hewitt to find out about receiving a New Horizons grant. The funds are available for any projects initiated by senior citizens. The Auburn group isinterested in making the Community Hall warmer and equiping it with materials for everyone to use as a drop in centre. (Standard Photo) Snowarama set for Sunday Area snowmobilers will have a chance to enjoy their favourite sport and help out a crippled child at the same time if they join in the Whipper Billy Watson Snow- arama to be held Sunday, February 4, Snowmobilers will start out at Ray Potter's Farm Equipment in Clinton and travel 100 kilometers from Clinton to Auburn to Blyth and back to Clinton again. ,Susan Brower, co- ordinator for the Snowarama for Ontario said they were hoping to raise 'A of a million dollars throughout Ontario this year. Last year half a million dollars was raised. Last year the Snowarama was held in 21 areas across', the province and this year it will take place in 25 areas. The organizer of the Snowarama in Huron County is Joe Gibson of Hullett Township. SPECIAL Small, Good Macs ;49s Other varieties available (at competitive prices) Ida Red, Spy, Delicious Try our fresh cider. Available at all times. Bring your own containers CRUNICAN BROS. 11/2 miles south of Elginfield gence was not proved. In the end Mr, Murray was award- ed $28,550 for the exagger- ated claims. Also amidst the hullabalo about the award there seemed that there were a number of warranties proven to be inaccurate. We all hope that we are able to see through inflated claims to the truth about many products but more important about majore pur- chases. This case has set a precedent on the books that if handled well could aid and benefit people who are ripped off by wild claims. And just maybe there will be a few more truths exposed in ads and promotional material instead of wild claims. Trust goes a long way but if abused, trust has to be earned thereafter with a lost of work involved. The decision just puts us back to the good old days when manufacturers stood behind their claims and were proud of what they made. It will be interesting to see if any more new cases appear on the scene to challenge the verdict. * * * * * * More and more everyday there are great deals being offered to the seniors. The Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, now admits seniors free of charge on Tuesdays. The ROM presents interest- ing films in their theatre starting at 12 noon. If you are interested in seeing the McLaughlin Planetarium seniors can be admitted free to the 3 and 7:30 p.m. shows, The ROM welcomes groups and for assistance they recommend calling 978-3640. For a group I think it would be worth the trip especially to see the many interesting exhibits they are renowned for show- ing. • For Winter Blahs Redecorate sunWorthy Wallpaper 1.99 single roll r I5%off SunwortohthyeBooks FREER'S HARDWARE Blyth, Ont. 523-4246 LONELY VIGIL — This sad little fellow didn't seem tcooleased with being tied up for the day. (Standard Photo) Food usually comes in kilograms and grams straight Fr cupid, Sunrise HOMO Reg. 1.70 G-�0MILK 'Reg. 1.65 Dalton's GLAZED CHERRIES 8 0z. MIXED PEEL 8 oz. MIXED FRUIT 8 oz. PINEAPPLE RINGS 40z. 1.50 1"5 1.19 . 89 . 94 .66 SPIC £r SPAN 38oz. 1.31 . 89 Woodbury Hair SHAMPOO250mi KRAFT JAM RED RASPBERRY 240z. 1'2 STRAWBERRY 24 °z. Rose Brand PICKLES SWEET MIXED 15 oz. .79 BREAD ft BUTTER. is oz. .81 1.90 !Cracking Good Fancy MIXED NUTS 1!! All Knitted MITTS an 20% TOQUES OFF WALTON VARIETY Mon. -Sat. 9a.m. - 7 p.m. 887-6464 4 — THE BLYTH STANDARDI JANUARY 31 1979 I I . , ". • , ' ,' +... . , . , ' :.. . .,'':' :- .:''':::T...,:.,,.',:.:::.o. , , ,:,, I.s.:7.,.:47,4:.44.,'4.,*ie,n,1,,.4j,7.V'1....,.44.;44 ,.44 ., . .t44.f.,.,x1!,.„i,%7:..i.1.,..m40.44if!A4.k.it44t' .,..' ,.4..„......,..,... z 0 & , 4 '''' .. .'''(''04.1•04qi..4 ' ''''-4'..,), - .: ,', ' ',,f.,•., .. ''',..4"s.:*''''''':'Sr','""1.„,it."Y4174.'"1"....ht,' ':.• 4.;‘.''''''''°'' ''' ..,,, ,,,• •,,,,:..".•,-,,,......, ..•;•, ••••il..f.',.`14.';',';''.''''''''''':'' ' "'"'-'''°14trAi'A6;';'''''''''''`:•''' '=It''''''''”' •"'"'0,V.444,4•10,•'4;;A""46444r..' ' 1 4 - , , - — ' , ', '' - ,',.,:.' :9; ,.. ' , „-.-- , , „ ..,' '',..,,.l."."..,,--,•','1...,;,..:, .,A4;..t.' ii,..i..,.%,%•,..144ir'....k.*:7ii2 "Silt73;44.44.ft„."". 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And just how many of you have given subscriptions to the Blyth Theatre to friends and relatives and urged them to come up sometime and see the really great plays put on in quiet unassuming Blyth? Do you remember how many of them remark on how lucky you are and how nice it must betohave theatre alive and right in your backyard. No long trips to Grand Bend or Stratford to see the best. And you remember quietly nodding your head and smiling ,and saying yes it really was a good thing for everyone in Blyth and area, how the theatre has thrived and done so well in the area. And that's not all. The Blyth Centre for the Arts has not left all the entertaining to out of town troupes, Blyth was the scene before Christmas of a concert put on with area talent. The Centre again was behind the effort and the many who attended the Christmas concert were delighted with the production. Remember. It brings back the warmth of summer just thinking about theatre productions in Blyth. One of the traits of the 1970's has been that people keep coining up with simple solutions to difficult problems: solutions that seldom work but sound nice, 1 fe..r that Canada is falling under the influence of one of these widely -accepted simple solutions at present. The Task Force on Canadian Unity made hs report last week and the report was generally well received by various groups. There were many suggestions made in the report but the one that comes through most strongly, and the one that seems to win wideqt support, is the proposal to hand over more power to the provinces. It's not a new suggestion, of course. It's been the panacea proposed by provincial premiers and opposition leaders for several years now. With so many people supporting the idea, 1 should be all for it, but somehow I think the whole solution is too simplistic, naive, and is perhaps playing with fire. Before we start shifting responsibility for too many things we should perhaps take a look at the record to see just how well we have been served by our provincial governments. Last Week at a conference of And remember how run down the hall was before those fool theatre folk moved In and got locals involved. The hall was carefully restored and now is maintained beautifully for everyone to use, not just theatre oriented events. But on a recent Wednesday evening only 130 people came out to support that lovely theatre and a vast majority of them were from out of the immediate area. Over 30 students were from the Goderich high school and drove almost 20 miles in bad weather and icy roads to see theatre Passe Murialle present Les Candiennes. It is a reassuring that interest in the theatre is alive and well in Huron Count but it also a cause for concern when residents who are within walking distance pass up the chance to see live theatre. Maybe it is a bit too much to count on locals to support the theatre all year round but it is also a sure sign of lack of enthusiasm, The Blyth Centre for the Arts is trying its best to keep the winter program a reality but the efforts will be wasted if few local people attend performances. The next production is Billy Bishop to be presented in Blyth Wednesday January 31 for those unable to make it to the first showing due to weather. The troup is Theatre Passe Maurielle who will travel the long and many miles from Toronto. Blyth has shown great support In the past. Please let's not let the long dreary winter months blind us to the events around us. Start 1979 with a bang. The UNICEF concert is still looking for talented people to perform. Any takers? Behind the Scenes by Keith Roulston ministers of education, the Quebec minister claimed the federal government is always starting projects, then backing out and leaving the provinces to pick up the tab, He got general agreement from his colleagues from other provinces. Yet who has been worse than provincial govern. ments at starting things then dumping the bills on the local taxpayers, In Ontario, for instance, the provincial government used the carrot and the stick to get us into a system of county school boards. The carrot was increased grants, the stick, legislation. So now that we have an expensive county schoolboard system the province had decided it no longer wants the burden of its high education bills and is throwing responsibility to the local boards and municipalities. The same sad tale has been told where people have been unlucky enought to take the government's bait and begin regional governments only to have the provincial government back out leaving the municipalities with a huge bureacratic structure, And how about the hospital situation? And these stories are not just Ontario Stories. They have been repeated across the country in every province. Provincial governments are being (Continued on Page 5) the standard Established 1891 Subscription rates Canada $9.00 Outside Canada, $16,00 (in advance) Single copies: 20 cents Serving BLYTH and the surrounding community. Published each Wednesday afternoon at Blyth, Ontario by McLEAN BROS. PUBLISHERS LIMITED Andrew Y. McLean, Publisher Rhea Hamilton Editor.and Advertising Member Canadian Community Newspaper Association and ABC Box 10, Blyth, Ontario, NOM 1HO Telephone 519-523-9646 Authorized as second class mail by Canada Post Office. Registration Number 1319 Tiny but important THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 — 5 Walton library is well used BY DEBBIE RANNEY It sits off the beaten track on a road allowance, Hardly noticeable to the casual observer because of its small size, the Walton Library still manages to provide a service to community residents. Although locations have changed many times over the years, it has been going strong since at least 1902. Presently the library sits in a building which was moved to its present location by Russel Marks. Mrs. Annie Reid who is researching Walton's history for the Women's Institute Tweedsmuir History Book provided the following information on the history of the library. According to an old treasurer's book found in the library there was a library in Walton in 1902, The treasurer then was Alex W. 'Denver, At that time, the library received a 'county grant of $15 and $5 from the townships. The librarian received $15 per year. A rental fee of $12 was charged for building where the library was located at that time, For a few years, the library was even located in private homes. Some of these belonged to Andrew Johnston, Dunc Johnston and Mrs. Charles Drager. In 1933 the library was in the upstairs part of Pete McTaggart's barber shop which is currently in use as a shed at a different location. At that time, Mrs. McTaggart was the librarian . For awhile, the library was located in a room at the U.F.O. store now being used by Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Southwell as apartments. BANK The library was moved in 1939 into the old bank building which at the time was occupied by barber Ken Ferg. Judy Em- merich is currently using the building. Wes Hackwell bought that library in 1943 and continued to look after it until 1946 or 1947. It was in 1946 that the library board decided to have a permanent place for the library and obtained the present building, located on land that was once surveyed as a street for the village. The present buildings was financed by a canvass of the community for donations, grants from the government and the townships. It was repaired with a new front and inside walls with the work being done by William Bennett and Harvey Johnston. BOARD The officers of the board at that time were Chairman -Harvey Johnston; Secretary - Mrs. Herb Kirkby; Treasurer • Douglas Lawless. Other members of the board were Percy Taylor, Mrs. Harvey Craig, Miss Ethel Dennis, Mrs. Edna Hackwell, Percy Holman and Rev. R.G. Hazelwood, Each year, the Library Board would have concerts or visiting plays and dances to help with finances. Starting in 1935, books were obtained through the Travelling Library and then in 1967, the Walton library became part of the Huron County Library System, Some of those who have served as librarians in the Walton Library include Mrs. George Dundas who was the librarian from 1948 to 1960, Mrs, Torrance Dundas, Mrs. James Shortrecd, and Mrs. Don Achilles. The current librarian is Sheila MacPherson who has been there for about a year and a half. But most of her reading group are pre-schoolers. She said the odd teenager comes in for a reference book. "I think the libraries in the schools have affected the other libraries quite a bit," she said, but added that when all the reference books were gone out of the school libraries, "there's still lots of room for us as far as reference is concerned." Otherwise, Walton library doesn't see many teenagers, she said. SMALL, BUT WELL -USED — It may not look like much, but the Walton library provides a community service to residents around the area. (Brussels Post Photo) "This is a sports -minded town," she said by way of explanation. Although there is a charge of five cents a day on overdue books, Mrs. MacPherson points out that the library is not there to make a profit. Back in December, there was some talk about closing the building which houses the library because of heating and lighting problems. SERVES A NEED Mrs. MacPherson believes the library serves a definite community need, however. "People don't want the library closed here at all. 1 believe they would really miss it. It's too bad we couldn't get more young ones interested in it," she said, Mrs. Reid also thought the library would be missed if it were closed down. "We don't want to lose our library. We'd be willing to do something towards the building ourselves, rather than see it close down," she said, She pointed out that if the library was located in a new building, rent would have to be paid and she said the rent money could be put toward fixing up the old building instead. Currently the library is open Tuesday nights and Saturday afternoons with no charge for joining and no charge for library cards. At the present time, books come into the library every three months. Mrs. Mac- Pherson said the biggest users of the library are the pre-schoolers and the adults. A total of 1,165 books were borrowed in November of 1978, compared to a total of 1,109 books in November of 1977, an increase of 56 books in a year. The amount of children's books usage has doubled. If a reader wants a bestseller, it can be ordered. Anything people want can be requested from the Huron County Library System including films. As Mrs. MacPherson points out, the library looks small, but it has the advantages of the bigger libraries. She said one library user ordered some bestsellers she had seen on television and they were back within two weeks of her request. ROMANCES Just what do the people around the Walton area like to read? According to Mrs. MacPherson, it goes from bestsellers to the romances such as those written by Grace Livingston Hill. She said they generally go in for doctor and nurse stories and the men like cowboy stories. She said the library runs out of these types of books fast and so she sometimes goes in and picks up some new ones from the Brussels library. FIVE ON HAND Since some series of books such as Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys have been made into television series, their popularity may have increased. In fact there is such a run on Hardy Boys books that Mrs. MacPherson can only keep' five on hand at a time since there is such a demand;for them in other libraries. She said her own two boys have just started to read them. LIBRARIAN SHEILA MacPHERSON Seniors must re -apply for income Receipients of Guaranteed Income Supplement in Ontario are being advised to re -apply for the supplement immediately in order to continue receiving payments for another year, Health and Welfare officials in Toronto say. Guaranteed Income Supplement is an income tested assistance program for old age pensioners who have little or no income outside of Old Age Security. W.A. Wright, Regional Director, Income Security, says that annual re- application for the G.I.S. is essential as the income levels of many pensioners change fairly regularly. "Since in- come dictates the amount of supplement, it is essential that we have up-to-date figures as quickly as possible," he stressed. The regional director pointed out that Ontario re- gional office has mailed some 350,000 re -applications to existing recipients. "Those who fail to re -apply by March 31 deadline may find pay- ments have been dis- continued," he said. Pensioners requiring assistance with filling out the re-application should contact the nearest Canada Pension Plan Office, or the Regional office in Toronto. Re -applications should be completed as soon as re- ceived and returned to Income Security, Health and Welfare Canada, P.O. Box 6000, Station Q, Toronto, Ontario. Remember it takes but a moment to place a Standard Want Ad. Dial 523.9646. Behind the Scenes by Keith Roulston (Continued from Page 4) favoured over the federal government because they are supposed to be closer to the people than the federal government. The people in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan feel very remote and ill served by the federal government but are they served any more poorly by Ottawa than Northern Ontario is by Toronto? Are we in Huron County any more remote from the federal government than from Queen's Park, even though the latter is 600 miles closer? We hear about the arrogance of the federal government but as far as its effect on our everyday life was concerned, that was nothing compared to the arrogance shown by the provincial government before it recently had to face a minority govern- ment situation, I wonder if the idea of handing more power to the provinces is based so much on sober thought as it is on politics. The present occupant of the prime minister's residence is not popular with the general public so lets show him, let's take his power away, Then we have the simple arithmetic of the situation: there is one federal govern- ment to defend centralized power; there are 10 provincial premiers to attack it. The premiers are human beings and politicans and their natural goal is to seek more power. In addition, they are in a very good position policitically. When things go wrong they can blame the federal govern- ment in one direction, or pass on the responsibility to the municipalities in the other direction. They take all the credit and pass on all the blame. Will passing on more power to the provinces unite the country? My fear is that it will make it worse. The premiers will still use Ottawa as a whipping boy when they're in trouble, leading to continued disunity there, If the federal government gets out of trying to push language rights all understanding will vaish. All one has to do to realize that is look at Manitoba where the province took away the rights of French-speaking people or Quebec that stripped the English of their rights or Ontario where Premier Davis is too afraid to lose a vote to make a move towards helping the French-speaking population. Our present provincial boundaries are so large that 1 really doubt the government will get much closer to the people, If we want to give more power to the provinces, we should subdivide the present 10 provinces into smaller units. Northern Ontario, for instance, should be separated from the rest of the province. Otherwise, we're going to get all of the problems of balkanization with very few benefits, If, for instance, communications is handed over to the provinces as is proposed, we'll learn even less about people in other provinces than we do now. To see how good a job the provinces have done in teaching us about • the rest of our own country, take a look at the education system that is dominated by U.S. text books. No one is a greater opponent of big government than this writer but 1 do hope that people will do a lot of serious thought before turning more power over to the provinces. Instead of two solitudes, we may end up with 10. 6 — THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 Auburn horticulturalists plan birthday Mrs. Dorothy Grange pre- sided for the annual meeting of the Auburn Horticultural Society held last Tuesday afternoon in the Community Memorial Hall. Coffee and cookies were served by Mrs, Grange, Mrs. Thomas Hag- gitt and Mrs. Eleanor; Brad - nock. AUBURN NEWS Bureau Editor: MRS. ELEANOR BRADNOCK Mrs. Grange opened the meeting. The minutes werre read by the secretary Mrs, Thomas Haggitt. The roll call was answered by naming a vegetable or plant they would like to try and grow this season. The year's finan- cial statement was given by the treasurer, Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock, showing total re- :eipts for $466.45 with ex- penditures being $355,94 to keep up the flowerbeds i:i the village during the past year along with window boxes and the Manchester Garden. The Auditor's report prepared by Mrs. Beth Lansing and Mrs. Oliver Anderson was read by the secretary. Mrs. Frank Raithby was called upon to preside for the election of officers, The chairman of the nominating committee, James Towe gave the list of officers which was accepted by the members. Mrs. Grange was thanked for her leadership and wel- comed back for another term. Plans were started for the coming celebration for Au - burn's birthday party and a committee to plan a float for the parade was named -Mrs. Frances Clark, Stewart Ball, Ross Robinson, Mrs, Maur- ice Bean and Mrs. Gordon Dobie, Flower baskets for the streets have been ordered and as yellow and green were the colours named for the Auburn colours, this colour scheme will be worked into the floral decorations. James Towe was appointed to sec if the Auburn and District Lions Club would assist in providing benches or scats to be placed in different parts of the village for the senior citizens and others to use. Orders for white and norway spruce trees were taken and an:. onewishing any for the spring planting -please con- tact Mrs. Bradnock, The Red Maple was cho- sen as a special tree to be planted by the Auburn Soci- ety to commemorate the 125th birthday of Auburn and a suitable place will be found to plant it. After several items of business plans were made for the March 5th meeting at 8 p.m. when a speaker will be 4661/ &mo# erfe4ore4 a UtleaW Do you know •anyone here in Ontario who -through selflessness. humanity and kindness without expecting anything in return -has made this a hotter province in which to live? That's the kind of person for whom the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship was established, 12 recipients are selected yearly by an independent Advisory Council of Ontario citizens whose honorary chairman is the Lieutenant'Governor of the Province. Anyone may nominate a person for the Ontario Medal, and nomination forms are available by writing: Executive Secretary Advisory Council Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship Queen's Park Toronto. Ontario M7A IA1 Making a nomination is itself an act of appreciation for good citizenship. All nominations should be received by April 17 1979, Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship present to talk on flowers to grow for the 125th celebra- tions in the village flower beds. Mrs. Thomas Jardin and Mrs. Thomas Haggitt will be the lunch committee, Officers for 1979, Auburn Horticultural Society: Presi- dent -Mrs. Dorothy Grange: 1st vice -president -Mrs. Ross Robinson: 2nd vice- presi•, dent•Mrs.Ross Andrews: Se- cretary -Mrs. Thomas Hag- gitt: Treasurer -Mrs. Eleanor Bradnock: Assistant secre- tary -Mrs. Frances Clark: Pi- anist•Mrs. Donald Haines: Assistant Pianist -Mrs, Brian Hallam: Directors elected this year: Stewart Ball, Ja- mes Towe, Mrs. James Glousher, Mrs. Donald Cart- wright and Mrs. James Schn- neidcr: Directors to retire 1979 -Mrs, Frank Raithby, Mrs. Thomas Lawlor, Mrs, Robert Turner, Mrs. Robert Arthur, Mrs. Thomas Jardin: Auditors -Mrs. Oliver Ander- son, Mrs. Beth Lansing: Nominating committee -Mrs. Donald Haines, Mrs, John Durnin , Mrs. Ernest Durnin Telephone committee -Mrs. Frances Clark, Mrs. Elma McFarlane, Mr. James Towe Remember it takes but a moment to place a Standard Want Ad, Dial 523.9640. The snow barn " Beat the Blahs A "Beat the January Blahs Lasagna Bash was held last week by Mrs. Marie Hebert and Mrs. Ann St, Jean for several friends. All present 'recommended it as an effec- tive way to beat cold weather blues. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Randy Machan, nee Ari a Ball on the birth of their son Craig Randall in Alexander and Marine hospi- tal, Goderich last week. Prize winners at last week's euchre party held in 11 bash held the Comunity Memorial hall were as follows-Novely Mrs. Ila Bean; High Lady • Doug Glousher (playing as a lady) Low lady -Thomas Jardin (playing as a lady), High man -Bert Medd and Low man -Ted Mills. There were 8 tables in playa Everyone welcome. Games start at 8 p.m. sharp. We arc pleased to report that Mrs. Arnold Craig re- turned last Wednesday after a few weeks a patient in Wingham and District hospi- tal. Mr. & Mrs, Bud Chamncy and Mr. & Mrs. Frcd Law- rence attended the Clifford Lions Club charter night last Saturday evening. Mr. & Mrs. Ed, Haines of Niagara Falls and Mr. & Mrs. Ron Livermore, and Donald, Robbie and Philip of Fordwich visited last week- end with Mr. and Mrs, Donald Haines. Every week more and more people discover what mighty jobs are accomplished by low cost Standard Want Ads. Dial 523.9646. If There Really Is No Need For Continuous Advertising Ministers Should preach only one sermon or so a year. People are against sin anyway, so why harp on it. Traffic Lighfs Should be turned off at dangerous intersections to save electricity. Everybody knows it's a dangerous, spot and that is sufficient. Police Should stop driving up and down the highways. No need to caution drivers by patrolling highways. Drivers know the law and obey it. Teachers Shouldn't review lessons. Tell children just once and they'll never forget it. If you are one of the foolish kind like the Notre Dame Cathedral that has stood for six centuries but continues to ring the bell every day to let people know it is still there- and b elieve in continuous profitable advertising, then your advertising belongs in - BUT the standard THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 - 7 ACW re-elects officers The Anglican Church Wo- church building in 1979, men of St. Mark's Anglican The'offering was received Church held their January and the travelling apron meeting at the home of Mrs. passed, The meeting was Donald Cartwright. The Hos- closed with Grace followed toss opened the meeting, by lunch served by Mrs. The scripture lesson was Donald Cartwright. During read by Mrs. John Mier, the meeting the officers were Meditation was given by re-elected; President -Mrs. Mrs. Jim Schneider basing it Donald Haines; secretary on the international year of Mrs. John Dacr, treasurer the Child. The mission study Mrs. Thomas Haggitt. from the Living Message on ST. MARKS the work of Dr, Barrnado St, Mark's Anglican Church (Who organized homes for held their annual Vestry children) was read. This meeting last Tuesday even - portion was closed with a ing at the home of Mr. & hymn and Mrs. Cartwright Mrs. Donald Cartwright, thanked all for assisting in with a good attendance, The the program. rector, Rev. Dan Sargent The president, Mrs. Cart- presided The minutes of Wright presided for the busi- the last year's annual mect- ness. The minutes were ing were read by the vestry accepted as read by the clerk Mrs. Thomas Haggitt. secretary Mrs. John Dacr. The financial statement was The treasurer Mrs. Thomas given by the church treasurer Haggitt gave the financial Mrs. Robert Slater and the statement, A letter of thanks report of the A.C.W, was was received from Mrs. given by Mrs, Donald Cart - Andrew Kirkconnell for Wright and Mrs. Thomas cards and flowers while she Haggitt gave the financial was ill. A donation to the statement. The rector's war- A.C.W. was also received den, Fred Lawrence and the from her. Mrs. Cartwright People's warden, James thanked the members for the Schneider both reported. flowers given her when she The rector, Rev. Dan Sarg- had surgery. Programs were ent gave his report. As there made out for the coming are four parishes in his year and plans were made congregations, he stated that to start quilting quilts again. it is very difficult to be able The roll call was answered by to cover each parish as he telling what improvement would wish and ways were they would like made on the discussed to better this arran gement. The Church Budget has been paid in full and a letter from the Bishop congra Mating the congregation on this accomplishment was read. it was decided to use the new form of communion service on a trial basis. The election of officers for the com ing year was held.: Rector's Warden -Fred Lawrence: People's Warden - James Schneider; Trcasurer- JMrs. Robert Slater, Vestry Clerk -Mrs. 'Phomas Haggitt; Lay Delegate to Synod.D.1n aid Cartwright; Sub -delegate Mrs. Donald Cartwright; and Auditor -'Phomas Johnston. It was decided to redecor- ate the church this coming spring and plans were made for St. Mark's to take part in the 125th birthday celebra- tions for Auburn this sum- mer. The Rector closed the meeting with prayer and Mrs. Cartwright served lunch. AUBURN UCW The general meeting of the Auburn United Church Wo- men was held on Wednesday January 24th, in the Sunday school room of the church. Mrs. Norman Wightman led in the devotional period on a New Year's theme. She opened the meeting with a hymn and Mrs. Donald Haines was pianist. A three- part meditation followed read by Mrs. Oliver Ander. Not every store like ours can make that statement. 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It was based on .ami sionary at work in New Guinea, raid depicted many aspects of the evcry day occurrences a missionary faces. The president, Mrs. Don- ald Haines conducted the business session. The full 1978 financial report was accepted as presented by the treasurer, Mrs. Oliver Ander son. Several members will attend the Huron -Perth Pres- byterial at Exeter on January 30t11. Members were asked for donations to be sent to Goodwill Industries in Lon- don, February. A letter was read giving details of the A Daffodil Tea in May wa .s approved for a spring project, and several other summer activities discussed. The Units plan to assist the Church with a possible float entry for Auburn's 125th birthday party. The members were reminded of the World Day of Prayer service to be held March 2nd in the Chapel. 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The second one was nude by the Women's Assoc, iation in 1952 and the third one was made this year by the t\imwcll littit of the I'.C'.1V. to commemorate the 1(10th Anniversary of the Manse. POT LUCK Following the areal the children went to the Sanctu- ary to watch films in charge of Wayne HuIIev'. Rev, Me•• Donald opened the business meeting with a Memorial Service in memory of those o1' the congregation who passed away during the year George Herbert Marshcll, January 1, Lenore Aileen Whyte, March 4, Norman Cecil Cartwright, .lune 21, Warren Glenn Hulley, June 28, I rwi nMaxwcll Johnston, July 8, Devin William Bell, August 24, Mary Gladstone Hull, September 7, Harry Durnin, October 9, Arthur Leopold Watt, October 22, Regina Ann Jenkins, October 72, Agnes Ann Moon, Nov- ember 2. Followin;' the opening nut• (ions a panel of Allen Bosman; Committee of Stewards; Mrs John Pollard, Treasurer: Nick Whyte, Sunday School and Mrs. Reg Lawson, L'.C. W. discussed the year 1978 and their Visions for 1979 followed by qucstfons from the c'ongr'egation. All reports showed an excellent year in financial, program and fellow ship. Contributions to the church for the year showed a remarkable increase \vith a 300% increase in givings in a comparison • from 1970 to 1978. The budget for 1979, presented by Allen Bosnian by the committee of Ste- wards, through the Official Board, was received and passed. The following were elected to the different Boards and committees of the church: 'I'o the Session of Elders for a five year terns Greg Andrews Earl Gaunt, Mrs. Harvey Taylor and Mrs. W.L. Whyte Sr.; To the Session for a two year terns Robert flunking and Ruthann I'enfound. To the Stewards for a three year term were Ken Armstrong, Ross Lovett, Elgin Pcnfound and Ken Scott. To the church Trustees for a live year toren .John Jewitt and to the Manse 'T'ruste'es for a four year term John Pollard. Hairy 'Tehhutt and Bruce Shillingla+y were elected as auditors for 1979. Nit's. Laura Forbes and Nor- man n ;\lexander were elected as representatives to Fluron• Perth Presbytery from Lon. dcsborough. Named to the different Committees 'etre: to the Manse Committee Mrs. Jack Lee, Mrs. Nelson McClure and Mrs. Doug Snell, To the Congregational Life and Work Committee Mrs. Ken Scott, Mrs. Arnold Riley and Carl Mcrner. 'I'o the Bible Society Committee Emerson Hesk, Mrs. John Riley, Mrs. Norman Alexander, and Mrs Laura Lyon. The Anniversary Contmittcc Harry Lear, Lorne Flunking and Dennis Penfound. Following the I3usiness Gurdon Shohhrook expressed .in behalf of the whole cnngregation, a Vote of appre- 'iatiott for his leadership, help and guidance not only to the congregation hitt to the whole community and an expression oI' regret that he would not he remaining \Villi us another year. The steeling closed With everyone singing "131est 13e The Tie That Binds and Rev, fxlcD(na ld closed with prayer. UCW names new executive At the U.C,W. Executive meeting January 24th, Presi- dent Edyth Beacom wel- comed all and read "A New Day, New Year, A New Life and Another year is Dawn." Scripture Philippines 4;4-9 read by Nona Pipe, Edyth gave meditation "Good Advice" and prayer. Correspondence included thank you from Vi Burns, Jack Snell, Bert Sltobhrook, from Foster child frons,Alnsa (roller&' for $25 for bursary, from Huron County Family Teens go toboganning The Young Teens of the Church enjoyed another day of fun and fellowship when they went toboganning on the Ernie Brown hill on Saturday afternoon. Follow- ing the toboganning they returned to the Manse for a Pot • Luck Supper and fun together. Rev. McDonald xc as dinner guest of Mr, & Mrs. Tons Whyte and fansill on Thurs- day evening. ■ 1111 HOME FURNISHINGS FLOOR COVERINGS CARPETING and children sservice for 13 pair mitts. Following the treasurer's report by Margaret Good, it was decided not to have ' hales, hitt used clothing is to he taken to local outlets. The social committee was given power's to buy kitchen needs, paring knives, electric knife, large steamer and a 30 cup percolator. Catering pri- ces arc raised from $3.50 to $•1.00 allocation set at $800. Ainnwell unit is responsi- hle for flowers in church, Bercan unit clean bras. Meetings will be held 1st Monday 8 pant. each second month, Social committee re- ported February 1st Lions Club, April 3rd Cubs and Scout Banquet, 2 .lune wed- dings. Lunch was served by Edyth Beacom. Officers for 1979 are Past President • Helen Lawson; President • Edyth Beacons, 1st Vice - President; Alice Davidson; 2nd Vice - Pres, Gail Lear; Secretary - Nona Pipe; 'Treasurer • Margaret Good; Ass. Treasurer - Joan Whyte; Nominations • Addie Hunking, Betty Moon; Pro- gram - Helen Lawson Com- munications Co-ordinator Dora Shobbrook; Steward- ship and Finance • Margaret Good, Alice Davidson;Leader ship I)evclopntcnt - Addie Flunking, (.;ail Lear; Church in Society - Dora Shohhrook - Laura Lyon, Mary Longman, Mary Peel, Elsie Shaddick, World Outreach - Marion Flunking: Pianist • Gail Lear, Ass. Pianist • Gen eive Allen; Representative to Manse - Laura Lyon, Representatives to Stewards - Helen Lee. In church services Funeral cont- ntittce - Mary Longman. No rma (;loushcr, Addie flunking, Kay, Saundercock. \'i Burns, Buying Com1111inee Dora Shohhrook, Elsie Shad - dick, cards - I)ot'a Sltobhrook Social committee • Mary feel. Betty 11ulley. Margaret weight and Sandra Wester - bout. Berean Unit Leader • 1lelen Lawson, Aintwcll Unit Leader • Florence Cartwright Cub pack meets The 1st Londesborough Cub Pack mel on 'Tuesday even- ing for their regular meeting. The 13Iue Pack under sizers Robert Radford and Michael Vincent wee • in charge o! the opening and closing. 'the Cubs saw the filet "Mowglis Brothers" a film based on the story from the Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, and on which the Cub programs is based. It was a story about a human baby called Mowglis who is adopt - cd by wolves, from whom he learns about love, justice and the jungle code of loyalty. The Cubs enjoyed games under the direction of leader Mark Mitchell. They were also recommended that there he Look for t YELLOW CLEARANCE TAGS they're your guide to sen- sational sayingson finest quality a furnishings, ulsn9i car- peting, and Simmons mat. tresses. m would he 110 Cubs on 'Tuesday, .January 30 but Would meet for a skating party after :achool on Friday, February 'nd at Which time any of the Grubs who would like to be tested for their skaters badge could do so, W 1 CARD PARTY There were 8 tables in play on Friday night. Winners were Ladies high - Mary Clark; Line hands - Donna Shacldick; Low Hand - Aci- dic Honking; Men high • Len Caldwell; Lone hands • Bert Dace, Low hand • Reg Lawson. In charge were Beryl Reid and Joan Middi- gaal. 'There will be another in 2 weeks, Februat;y 9. Help create student jobs. And e'll helpyou. Young Canada Works is a federal government job'creation program designed to fund projects which improve the skills and future job prospects of students. Get your group or organization to think of an Idea. If it will create at least 3 student jobs lash ing from 6 to 18 weeks each between the months of May and September, then Young Canada Works may he able to help you furs your Idea into reality. Your project should benefit the community and must meet all the program requirements. Apply today. Application forms and guides die ready now at your nearest Canada Employment Centre/Canada Manpower Centre or Job Creation Branch office. ............. -1 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 16,1979 J ;;Ftttplol et t nmlgr aloe Canada • Hud Cullen,1411nlatre 5524-R1 \' Jarly ?ird ALE continues! a1 Ball & Mutch Ltd. Home Furnishings 71 Albert Street, Clinton 482-9505 Full Service • We deliver it - we uncrate '‘e and. assemble it - at no extra charge THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 - Couple home from Hawaii visit Mr, & Mrs. John Radford returned home on Tuesday night from a weeks vacation at Honolula, Hawaii with the White Farm Equipment deal- ers group. Mr. & Mrs. Robert Ho - math of Clinton spent the week with Grandsons, Rob- bie, Michael and Brent, while their parents were on holidays. ONDESBOR�' NEWS Bureau Editor, MRS. BERT SHOBBROOK Mr, & Mrs. 'I'cilman Wcst- crhoust. Debbie, Shelley and Bradley spend a week's holiday at Catmint, Mexico, Mrs. Leonard Caldwell spent last week with her mother Mrs. Colquhoun, Clinton. Mr. & Mrs, Bob Burns visited on Friday with his brother, Harry at Kincardine Hospital. Norman Alexander gave a slide presentation on Erosion and Land Drainage at the drainage contractors confer- ence in London, on January 25, Keep in mind all are welcome to play volley ball) Pastor's study BY WAYNE F. GOOD THE CONSEQUENCE OF NEGLECT "I knew I should have looked after that but I just kept busy at other things and neglected looking after it. It's going to cost me a fortune to repair the dam- age, 1 may even have to replace the whole thing." You've heard that before. I'm sure you have. Haven't we all, at some time or another neglected to give the proper attention and service to something, only to find that it will cause us grief and expense because we put off doing what we knew should be done. Sometimes it has resulted in total loss. There's only ourselves to blame. We knew what need- ed to be done, but we just. kept putting it off. We prob- ably knew what would hap- pen if we continued to neg- lect doing it. There's no one to blame but ourselves. The Bible warns us about this sin. "How shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation? Hebrews 2:3. We know that in order for us to be forgiven of our sins and made ready for heaven, we must receive Jesus Christ as our Saviour; but we are busy at other things, and neglect to make that decision, just keep putting it off. Qh sometimes we think about it,, but then something comes up and we put it off, The writer to the Hebrews gave some very sound advice to the person who is neglect- ing the decision. In Ch 3:7,8 he says "Today, if you will hear His voice, harden not your hearts..." If you will read Hebrews Ch3,4 you will find repeated warnings not to neglect this important life decision. on Wednesday evenings at Hullett Central school. Age 13 to 17 at 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. over 18 • 8:30 to 10:30, Sunday dinner guests with Mrs, Ida Durnin were Mr. & Mrs. Harold Kerslake)Donna and Lori, Mr. & Mrs. Dale Skinner, Exeter and Mr. Emerson Hesk, R. R. ft 1, Londesboro, Dr, & Mrs. Lester Allen of Watford spent week end with his brother Mr. and Mrs. Tom Allen, UNITED CHURCH There was a large atten- dance at worship in Londes- borough on Sunday morning when Rev. McDonald contin- ued his series of thoughts on "Questions That Jesus Asked." On Sunday he spoke on "Why Do You Find Fault," basing his thoughts on the story Jesus told of the man condemning his brother for having a mote in his 'eye, when he had a whole log in his own eye, He discuss,cd some of the reason we indulge in this terrible sin of criticising and finding fault with individuals, groups and community, and how we can cure such an ugly habit, Greeters for the service were Edythe Beacom and Jim Jamieson, members of the Session, The ushers were Traci Mitchell, Karen Durnin Joan and Judy Mason. The choir sang the anthem "1 will sing" and Mr, McDonald's childrens sermon was "Slugs" and he told how we can show we are Christian through our actions day by day. During the announce- ments everyone was remind- ed of another Family Activity Night coming up on Sunday, February 4th when the whole congregation will be going swimming at Vanastra and then coming back to the church for a time of contin- ued fellowship and lunch. Mr. McDonald also expres- sed through the Calendar his appreciation for the fine turn out and participation of the congregation at the Annual Congregational Meetine, Get 10 %interest on your savings-chequing account and a F '!blanket!* C7i 0%40.0.4. ACCOUNT From now until February 16, Standard Trust Company will give you—free—an Esmond Mon- terey blanket when you open a high -interest sav- ings and chequing account with $100 or more at our branch in Wingham. You'll receive your free Esmond blanket at once, and your Standard Trust 1 -Account will immediately begin earning 10% interest calculat- ed on the minimum monthly balance, compound- ed semi -annually --more than paid by any Cana - Xt dian bank. In fact, most bank chequing accounts pay little or no interest. You'll be able to write three free cheques each month, plus an extra free cheque for each $100 minimum balance over $300. If you are a senior citizen, 60 years or over, all your cheques are free. 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LEWIS STONEHOUSE playing progessive euchre with 10 tables in play, The following winners were: High Lady • Mrs, Phil Daw- son; Low Lady • Mrs, Jim Taylor; High Man - Roy Dawson; low Man - Bradley Galbraith; Most Lone Hands • John Gaunt. After the euchre Edythe and Jim were called to the platform. Dick Moore read the address and Ronald Coultes presented them with a picture and cheese board. Jim thanked everyone and lunch was served by the Ladies. NINE TABLES Nine tables of euchre were in play at the Belgrave Huronview On December 5th, (Family Night), Elsie Henderson and local talent entertained the residents for the evening. Wednesday, December 6th, a Birthday party was put on by Blyth Eastern Star, which many residents attended. Decetiiber 10th, Dr, Toll accompanied by his band, played a variety of numbers which were enjoyed by all. December 11th. Eleven residents travelled to Sintcoe to take in all the Christmas lights. December 12th. The Pentacostal Exeter Choir sang a ielody of tunes on Fancily; night. December 13th: The Blind Party was held, with ,line tuddick (aecordian) and Myrtle Parker on the piano. December I•lth. On Thursday evening the Salvation \any walked through the halls singing carols. December 17th. '1'hc Seaforth lions put on 0 special C'hristnias pro;ranune \‘'ith R. Spittal as Master of Ceremonies. carols were sung; an address was given by Rev. James liroadfoot the Hulley Twins did some tap 'lancing. Mr. R. Spittal gave a solo. Santa Claus made an ;1ppearancc to wrap up the show. December 19th. The Salvation Arniy made their Christmas visitation throughout the home and presented Christmas favours to all the residents. December 20th. The Huronview Christmas Party. Master of Ceremonies:Mr. C. Archibald, Duet by Elsie Henderson and Margaret McQueen on the 'piano. Solo: Josie Cunningham. A reacting: Margaret Murray, Grace Peck and Jennie McGratten. Elsie Henderson (bells) and i Skinner and N. Speirs on the violin. Margaret McQueen nd Ethel Hill sang "It's Christmas" and "Santa Has the Measles", .Jim Ruddick (accordion) and Myrtle Parker )fano). Morgan Dalton -solo. Rhythm Band, Santa. 1uronview Orchestra played carol number while everyone Ailed in on songs. Everyone enjoyed a Christmas supper in the Main Dining Room. December 21st. Hullett Central School Choir and Band. December 28th. The Christian Reform Church Choir entertained at an evening programme in the auditorium. Christmas carols were enjoyed by all. ;1 special '!'hank You to all the groups and volunteers that helped out to make our festive season an enjoyable one for all. Weekly Euchre last Wednesday evening, Win- ners of the evening were; High Lady - Mrs. Albert Bacon; High Man • George Johnston; Low Lady - Mrs. Nelson Higgins; Low Man - Harold Vincent; 2nd High Lady • Mrs. Garner Nichol- son; 2nd High Man - Albert Cook. There will be another euchre next week, everyone welcome. PERSONALS Mr. and Mrs. Keith Dunbar of Stratford were Sunday visitors with his mother Mrs. Joe Dunbar. Miss Janice Dunbar of Western University London, visited on Sunday afternoon with her grandmother Mrs. Joe Dunbar. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Barker of Goderich visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jack McBurney. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Arm- strong of Listowel visited on Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Victor Youngblut. We are sorry to hear that Mr. Athol Bruce is a patient in the Wingham and District Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Stonehouse of Guelph and Mrs. Graham of Goderich called on Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Stonehouse on Sunday after- noon. Mrs. Norma Davidson of Glencoe and Jack Holt of Strathroy visited on Sunday with her father William Van Camp. Mrs. Desmond Gurnett of Ottawa is spending some- time with her brothers Douglas and Elmer Bruce and visits with her father Athol Bruce who is a patient in the Wingham and District Hospital. Miss Karen Procter visited with her grandmother Mrs. Robert Procter for a couple of days last week. Harold Keating spent the weekend with Mr. James Smith of Stratford, Harold Keating visited one evening last week with his sister and brother-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Snell of London. SEAFORTH - CAMBRIDGE - AYR-WOODSTOCI( Vincent Farm Equipment Ltd. Salesmen Bruce Wilbee, Ken Coleman, Marlen Vincent have just returned home from Phoenix, Arizona were they saws he premiere showing of an exclusive new TRACTOR CONCEPT Make sure you give then a call about the all new TWO PLUS TWO equals more than four... SEAFORTH 527-0120 Mr. and Mrs, Kenneth Lichty and Wayne of Kitchener and Mr, Ronald Hibberd and Wilfred Schefter of Mildmay visited on Saturday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hib- ***** * St. John Ambulance has Cadet and Crusader Divisions whose members, aged I I to 2I , learn First Aid and honk Nursing. They work as volunteers in nursing hones, children's wards in hospitals, provide First Aid service for minor hockey leagues. If you would like to join, contact St. John Ambulance, at 46 Wellesley Street East, Toronto, M4Y 1G5, ONLY YOU CAN GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE! berd. Miss Nora Van Camp of Brookhaven Nursing Home, Wingham, visited on Sunday afternoon with her brother William Van Camp. move Mrs. Nelson Duskey, Leanne and Sara of New Hamburg spent a few days with her parents Mr, and Mrs, Jack Taylor. You may think with your toboggan you are quite the master But going down a strange unknown slide is the way to disaster. 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There are basic- ally two types - percale and muslin. Percale is tine, light - «'eight and smooth, while muslin is coarser, of heavier weight and hard-wearing. Either type may still be purchased in 100"/, cotton, but the no -iron, longer - wearing blends of polyester and cotton are more readily available. The most nonul,ir blends are 65% polyester and 35'%, cotton, or 50'x, polyester and 50% cotton. Newer blends of 60% cotton and 40% polyester arc said to be more comfortable be- cause of the increased amount of cotton, Flannelet- te sheets may contain 10% polyester along with the cot- ton to help reduce shrinkage. With the many sizes of beds now in use, the shopper has to be careful to select sheets in the right size. Fitted bottom sheets arc sold according to mattress size. Since the standard mattress is 75 inches long and the extra long mattress is 80 inches, the finished length of flat sheets, that is the length after the hems arc made, should be at least 100 and 104 inches respectively to allow for tuck -under. Since it is the shoulder area that wears out first, sheets with two-inch hems at both top and bottom arc reversible and, therefore, marc practical than those with a three-inch top hem and a one -inch bottom hem. There arc many types of terry towels from which to choose, Most will be satis- factory whether they are the lightest weight or the thick luxurious type, but some will be better buys than others. Choose towels of soft, medium -soft, or rough texture, whichever you pre- fer, Keep in mind that the loops do the drying and the ground weave (the towel's backbone) docs the wearing. The tighter the weave and the denser the loops, the better the towel. Hold it up to the light to check its con- struction. While you're at it, look for firm selvedges, and especially check the eyeness of the weave next to the selvedge. Look for hems that are sewn with small, even stitches reinforced at the ends to prevent raveling. With some towels, a final process shears the tips of the loops so that the smooth look and feel of velvet is achieved. The velvety surface does not absorb moisture from wet skin as quickly as a looped surface. Color affects absorbency to some extent, as well. Dark colors do not absorb as well as white or pastels. With dark colored towels, it is particularly important to choose ones labeled "color - fast" or "vat dyed" so you know they will keep their color as Tong as possible. Whatever your choice of bedding or towels, buy the •best quality you can afford Walton THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 — 11 Ladies are quilting Correction - In last week's issue it stated that any girl 12 years old by the 1st of September was eligible to take the 4-H project "The Final Touch" but it is 12 years old by March 1. Any girl wishing to take this Bureau Editor; MRS, ALLAN McCALL project to get in touch with either Margaret Bennett or Ann Ryan. Mr, an dMrs. Jan van Vliet and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McCutcheon have arrived home following a vacation in Hawaii. The Walton ladies are busy again with the quilting in the New Year. Last week they completed one the first two days at the home of Mrs. Viola Kirkby, this Monday one was put in at Mrs. Edna Hackwcll's home, Drs. Jean and Gerd Wcstermann of Burlington spent the weekend with Mr, County questions new course Huron County council wondered Friday why the county medical officer of health needed to attend a management course in Banff, Alberta, in 1980 when he had just spent nine months at one in Toronto. Council was asked to ap- prove a recommendation from its board of health to send Dr. Brian Lynch on a three week executive development course for senior health administrators at the Banff Centre School of Management in 1980. Costs for the schooling will be about $2,000, which includes tuition, books, rooms, meals and registration. The board of health suggested that the course costs be budgeted in 1979 and travelling costs b budgeted for 1980 to spread the expense over two years. Goderich township reeve Grant Stirling asked Dr. Lynch if he had learned anything in his first session at school. Stirling suggested that there must be "some- thing wrong with Toronto if you've got to go to Banff to find out what you learned in Toronto," Dr. Lynch was hired by county council just over a year ago and spent nine months in training to handle duties of the medical officer of health. The MOH told council that the nine month session in Toronto was the next best thing to a waste of time and money. He said he was not the only student of the course that was dissatisfied with the results. He said other medical officers had the same opinion of the program and had made the minister of health aware of the fact that it leaves "a lot to be desired", Dr. Lynch said many pro- fessionals had come to the decision that they would be better off taking university programs for training. He told council that it was very important for the medical officer of health to be a good administrator. He said the "age we live in" requires that the art of administration be "far more necessary", He said he knew very little about adminisl'ation when he took the job of medical officer conceding that he "learned a bit" at the nine month course. He said administrative ability would help him to get through budget cuts from the province and may be the difference between surviving restraints without service cuts or cancelling programs now offered by the county health unit. NOT BAD Paul Steckle, Stanley township deputy -reeve, told council that the cost of sending the MOH to Banff was not as bad as it appeared. He said the ministry of health pays half (Continued on Page 14) •<'• > ' ` Kiri - r.: r r > ► ` �a' a - c ri a NaN sl 1 Schneider's 211Box Breaded CHICKEN LEGS Schneider's 2 IlBox Breaded CHICKEN BREASTS. 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Phone 523.4551 Open 6 days a week 8.6 BEEF AND PORK FOR HOME FREEZERS We reserve the right to limit quantities to average family Custom Killing Cutting & Wrapping and Mrs. Earl Mills, Mr, and Mrs. Jas Scott Sr, of Blyth were Saturday guests with Mr, and Mrs, Nelson Reid, Sunday visitors at the same home were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ryan of Seaforth, Visitors on the weekend with Mr, and Mrs. Dave Watson were Mr. and Mrs. Don Maier and Paul of Thamesford and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pritchard Kim and Mark of London, Mr, and Mrs. Emerson Mitchell visited Mrs, Bessie Mitchell at Huronview on Sunday on the occasion of her 91st birthday. Mrs. James F. Payne spent the weekend at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Chisholm, Dungannon. Build up can cause fires Fires can be caused by a build-up of creosote, a tar - like despoit from condensed wood gases. "Avoid using green wood or allowing any other materials to burn slow- ly to minimize the build-up. When your individual or combination unit is first installed, check daily for creosote until you have determined how frequently it will have to be cleaned out," Mr. Jones advises. Chimneys designed for oil or gas niay not be suitable for wood. Masonry chimneys should be carefully inspected inside and out to make sure they are in good shape and sized properly. Although factory -built chimneys which have been certified by the Underwriters' Laboratory of Canada may be adequate, Type 13 chimneys, generally used with gas furnaces, should not be used, Safe clearances for wood - burning units are listed in the Ontario Building Code, available from your local Iihrary. To make sure your unit has been safely installed contact your local fire depart- ment. A free booklet, Heat- ing with Wood Safely, is available from the Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation. publications section, M nnrreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario K 1 A OP7. 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Seaforth Jr. vs Bamberg Farmers Ladies 2. Chiselhurst vs St. Clements Spartans 3. Dumpers vs Atlas Rams Ladies 4. C.C.A.T. vs K.D.'s 5. Winthrop vs Belmore SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3 6. Chiselhurst vs Ladies 7. Parr Line vs 8. Parr Line vs Ladies 9. Blyth vs 10. Bendix vs Ladles 11. Winthrop vs 12. CAT vs Ladies 13. Perth Misfits vs 14. Hawks vs Ladies 15. Dublin 16. Slabtown Ladies 17. Conquestadors 18. Egmondville vs vs vs vs 8th Liners Green Machine Blyth Grads Blyth Gravel Runners St. Clements Seaforth Jr. Farmers Mt. Forest Superiors Kandos Dobbinton Dusters . Queens Diablos Teddy Bear Elmwood Queen Colts 7:30 - 8:20 8:20 - 9:10 9:10 -10:00 10:00 -10:50 10:50 -11:40 rd 7:00 - 7:50 7:50 - 8:40 8:40 - 9:30 9:30 - 10:20 10:20-11:10 11:10 -12:00 12:00 -12:50 12:50 - 1:40 1:40 - 2:30 2:30 - 3:20 3:20 4:10 4:10 - 5:00 5:00 - 5:50 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd 2nd ROUND Ladies 19. Winner # 7 vs Winner # 9 20. Winner # 8 vs Winner #10 Ladies 21. Winner #11 vs Winner #13 22. Winner #12 vs Winner #14 Ladies 23. Winner #15 vs Winner #17 5:50 - 6:40 6:40 - 7:30 7:30 - 8:20 8:20 - 9:10 9:10 - 10:00 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4th 24. Winner # 1 vs Winner # 3 8:00 - 8:50 Ladies 25. Winner # 2 vs Winner # 4 8:50 - 9:40 26. Winner # 5 vs Winner # 6 9:40 -10:30 27. Winner #16 vs Winner #18 10:30 -11:20 Ladies 28. Winner #21 vs Winner #23 11:20 -12:10 29. Winner #20 vs Winner #22 12:10 - 1:00 30. Winner #24 vs Winner #27 1:00 - 1:50 Ladies 31. Winner #19 vs Winner #25 1:50 - 2:40 32. Winner #26 vs Winner #29 2:40 - 3:30 Ladies 33. Winner #28 vs Winner #31 Ladies 3:30 - 4:30 Championship 34. Winner #30 vs Winner #32 Men's 4:30 - 5:30 Championship COME ON OJT AND SUPPORT BROOMBALL 1 i I. THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 — 13 THE NEW DIRECTORS — The 1979 directors of the 4-H Club Leaders Association for Huron County are (front row, left to right) Brian Oldfield, R.R.4, Seaforth; John Clark, R.R.5, Goderich; Robyn Theedom, Clinton; and Ray Hanna, R.R.2, Auburn and (back row) Ross McNeil Glen McNeil, of R. R.6, Goderich, was elected pre- sident of the Huron County 4•H Club Leaders' Association at their annual meeting in Clinton on Wednesday. He succeeds Albert Van Dyken of R,R.1, Exeter, the past president of the association. The other members of the 1979 executive arc Barry Miller, R.R. 3, Exeter, the first vice-president; Beth Co- oper, R.R.3, Kippen, the second vice-president and Maurice Hallahan, R.R.1, Belgrave, again elected secretary -treasurer, Mr. Hallahan has served in this position for the 27 years the association has been in existence. The 1979 directors for the leaders' association are Brian Oldfield, R.R.4, Seaforth, 4-H calf club; John Clark, R,R.5, Goderich, Sod - busters club; Robyn Theedom, Clinton, 4-h Horse club; Ray Hanna, R.R.2, Auburn, 4-H Rabbit Club; Ross Eedy, R.R.1, Dungan- non, 4-H calf club; Milke Rogers, R.R.5, Goderich, 4 - sheep club; Don Dodds, R.R.1, Seaforth, 4-H swine club; Neil Vincent of Bel - grave, 441 beef calf club and Sam Bradshaw, Clinton, 4-H tractor club, Len MacGregor, extension assistant with the Clinton OMF office, told the club leaders that 400 young people are now taking part in agricultural clubs in Huron County. The 33 clubs include calf, swine, sheep and horse clubs, plowmens' or sod - busters groups and a gun safety club. In 1978, the average age of club members was 14,5 years old and most members spent 3.2 years involved with 4-H work, Mr. MacGregor also reported. that 87 per cent of the members completed a total of 572 projects in 1978. Eedy, R.R.1, Dungannon; Sam Bradshaw, R.R.2, Bayfield; Mike Rogers, R.R. 5 Goderich; Don Dodds, R.R.1, Seafnrth and Neil Vincent of Belgrave. (Expositor Photo) heads 4-H leaders The 400 club members included 131 girls and 269 boys across the county. Following the noon ban- quet, Simon Hallahan of R.R.3, Blyth, who has been a 441 club leader for 38 years, announced he was retiring due to his duties on county countil. Mr. Hallahan said the first club he led was a swine club in Blyth and he joked that an elderly member of the com- munity criticized him for unloading the young pigs behind Blyth's Commercial Hotel, In his remarks to club leaders, Don Pullen, Huron County ag rep. praised Mr Hallahan's contribution to 4-H work and said, "you're going to have to go for that 40th year (as a club leader). Tony McQuail, a director of the Huron County Federation of Agriculture, invited club leaders to attend the federation's annual members of parliament din- ner, held in Clinton on Feb. 10, Mr, McQuail said the dinner is a chance for the club leaders' association to present briefs or recom- mendations to the local mem- bers of parliament. The leaders appointed Glen McNeil and Maurice Hallahan to attend the dinner as their representatives. The club leaders decided to continue to put on their annual show at the Blue - water Centre for the Developmentally Handicap- ped. GAIN MORE Bob Hearn, one of the leaders, said he felt 4-H members gained even more from the experience than the centre residents, Glen McNeil said the day's pro- gram at the centre offered the 4-H members an excel- lent opportunity to exhibit their produce and displays before competing at the fairs and Achievement Days. A committee of club directors will be established to plan the activities. The farmstead and home improvement committee of the ;nternational Plowing Match donated $150 left from their campaign to the 4-H fund. This money will be used to fund prizes in the 4-H gate sign competition across the county. Club leaders then discus- sed the problem of a de- clining interest in the dairy championship show at the 1978 Seaforth Fall Fair, Ont leader suggested that the $5 prize offered for winners may not have provided enough incentive for members to enter a calf. Competitors who bring three or more animals to the fair receive financial as- sistance from the Seaforth Agricultural Society with a mileage grant of 20 cents a mile, However, competitors with less than three animals in the show are responsible for paying their own tran- sportatior costs. Gordan Papple, a member of the Seaforth Ag Society, said the society would find it difficult to increase prize money since as a Class "B" fair, they are eligible only for so much money in the form of grants. Mr, Papple said the fair will again be held on Sept. 20, 21 this year. RIVALRY Neil Vincent suggested trying to create a "friendly rivalry" at the fair to encour- age competition between clubs, Bob Hearn suggested trying to work a promotion through the "friends of 4-H fund" and an agricultural industry promotion to stimulate competition at he fair. Len MacGregor suggested the declining competition in the dairy section could be discussed with the Seaforth Ag Society and their junior fair competition. Leaders also discussed the brucellosis testing regulations for animals being shown at the fall fairs. In the past, members have been encouraged to vac- cinate their calves, or to present certificates showing the animals have been tested for brucellosis before they are allowed to show the animals. Glen McNeil said the leaders association should encourage 4-H members to test all their calves before going to shows in Huron County, and said this program must be "kept up 100 per cent." Calves are usually vac- cinated for brucellosis be- tween three and four months of age. LUMBER Len MacGregor reported there was a large amount of lumber left over from the 4-H display at last Fall's Inter- national Plowing Match. The leaders appointed a commit- tee made up of Albert Van Dyken, Ray Hanna, Bob Hern, Ray Rasenburg and youth members, who will be appointed later, to in- vestigate the possibility of building a permanent display to be used on floats and for fairs and Achievement Days. Ron Shelley, leader of the Howick Swine Club, reported the Howick and Brussels groups would like to come up with a uniform course of study and exams. In the past, the two clubs have studied different material, Len MacGregor reported there will be an exchange with 4-H'crs in MacOupih County of southwestern Illinois over the next two years. The Illinois members will visit Huron County next summer and the local 441 members will travel to Illinois in 1980. Mr. McGregor has also contacted 4-H leaders in Blackford County, Indiana about setting up a two-way exchange program for next summer. Leaders also voted to buy Canadian made 4-H T-shirts from a Stratford business- man. The shirts will be ordered in white with the 441 crest for show attire, and in green, for casual wear. A committee was also asked to investigate purchasing sweat shirts and jackets for the 4-H leaders. PRESS RELEASES This year, club leaders decided to offer a training session on writing press re- leases to 4•H members across the county. Leaders plan to approacl• the Bluewatcr Regiona. Newspaper Network about having a trophy donated to be awarded annually to the 4-H member who writes the best press releases about club activities. A press re- lease competition among members will be held this year. Showmanship clinics will be held in the coming year for dairy and beef calf club members and in showing horses. The leaders will be bringing in professionals to direct the clinics. Also, leaders tentatively set the date for the 4-1' Awards Night for 1979 to he held either Nov. 2 or N.� r. 16, In the past, the night has conflicted with the com- mencement exercises for Wingham District High School, This year, the leaders hope to avoid having the awards night on the same date as graduation, Universal � Tractors F.W.D. : A better traction all year round Available in 2 and 4 wheel drive 591)-ta r' ATTENTION... BUY NOW Before March 1st and WIN a trip to France and Romania in March 1979. ALL EXPENSES PAID! Quality -Durability -Versatility -Efficiency ERASER'S REPAIR SERVICE Phone 482-9286 Charlie Fraser Brucefield 14 — THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 Says small schools hurt HPRCSS wants bus curb ende BY WILMA OKE Members of the Huron -Perth County Roman Catholic Separate School board are hoping a ministry of education policy they believe penalizes smaller schools without gymnasiums can be changed, The local school board plans to seek the • approval of the Ontario Separate School Trustees Association for a resolution it will put forward at the annual conference in Toronto April 4 and 5. The resolution asks that the ministry of education reinstate 0 previous policy where the ministry pays for students to be bussed to another school for the use of gymnasium facilities or bussed to a facility for swimming programs. A recent resolution, which came into effect Jan, 1, 1979, allows only home to school transportation; transportation of handicapped pupils to treatment facilities; and school -to -school class trips where the same class is transported to and from the same school' 15 or more trips during the school year, to be funded by the ministry of education. TRANSPORTATION Under previous regulations, school -to -school transportation was expanded to include transportation to a facility for swimming programs and to an other school for the use of gymnasium facilities. Neither of these programs qualify under the new regulations and, if carried out, must be funded from ordinary expenditures and controlled by 'the maxinmuni pupil expenditure ceiling. Local school board members believe this regulation imposes a penalty on a school without a gymnasium. This seems to imply a change in the ministry's philosophy, which previously permitted the use of another school's facilities where capital improvements could not be justified at the home school. The board will send copies to all school boards in the province asking them to support the resolution. In other business at the board meeting held in Dublin Monday. John O'Leary, chairman of the property committee, was granted $15,000 to carry out maintenance work in the various schools. in asking for the allowance he said, "You are well aware that there is work to be done and it is better to get workmen in now when they are not so busy." Albert Runstcllcr, a member of Mornington Township council and a separate school supporter, has asked the board for permission to put some recreational equipment such as swings, slides and other outside game at St. Mary's School, Hesson. He said the Mornington Recreational Association would give $250 toward the equipment, the Holy Name Society, $500 and the Catholic Women's League, $100. He said the equipment would cost approximately $1,400 and he asked the board to give about $600. This the trustees agreed was not possible as board policy will only allow them to install baseball diamonds • and basket ball courts. Mr. Runstcllcr will be asked to seek other sources for the remaining costs or install equipment to the value of the money now pledg d. -1'he Catholic Parent Teacher Association of St. Joseph's School in Clinton has written the board to report the Minister of education has been asked to agree to provide an addition to the school in accordance with the proposal in the five year forecast for such work by the board. They included copies of letters from three local members of provincial legislature, .lack Riddell, Murray Gaunt and Hugh Edighoffer saying they supported the addit on and had requested Minister of Education Bette Stephenson to approve the addition to the school. The board will encourage members of the Grade 7 and 8 in the 19 schools in the system to write an essay on "Mary, the Mother of God" as proposed in the Catholic Register. The next meeting will be held on February I2. Crowd expected At Walton poker rally Once again the Walton Arca Sports Club will be holding a Snowmobile Poker Rally with proceeds to go towards sponsoring minor ball programs this summer. The rally is set for Sunday, February 4. And if there are any extra improvements that have to be made in the park, money will go towards that as well. Last year, over 300 riders participated and Doug Kirkby, chairman of the Walton Arca Sports Club said they hope for a re -run of that this year, Approximately $1,000 was raised last year and Mr. Kirkby said they would be overjoyed with as much this year. A trail of approximately 25 miles will be set up close to Walton and will go through Morris, Grey and McKillop Townships. There will be $150 offered in cash prizes as well as a trophy for the leading rider and quite a number of door prizes. All the expense that goes into putting the rally on is volunteer labor, Mr. Kirkby said. Brussels Stockyard Report The market at Brussels Stockyards on Friday met a good demand on both cattle and pigs. There were 723 cattle and 2042 pigs on offer. Choice Steers • 74.00 to 76.00 with sales to 77,00. Good Steers - 72.00 to 74.00 A steer consigned by Robert McMillan of Lucknow weighing 1090 lbs. sold for 77.00. Fourteen steers consigned by McKercher Farms of Dublin averaging 1127 lbs. sold for 76.40 with their 33 steers averaging 1175 lbs. selling for an overall price of 76.15. Ten heifers consigned by Jack Cardiff of Brussels averaging 1069 lbs. topped the heifer market at 73.80 with his 23 heifers averaging 1030 lbs. selling for an overall price of 73.56, A heifer consigned by Elmer Riley of Walkerton weighing 1100 lbs. sold for 73,50. Ten heifers consigned by Quinccy Bridge of Wingham averaging 1025 lbs. sold for an overall price of 72,05, Choice Cows • 57.00 to 59.00 with sales to 61.00, Good Cows - 55.00 to 57.00. Canners & Cutters - 51.00 to 55.00, Bulls traded to a high of 72.00. 600 to 800 Ib. Feeder Steers traded from 90,00 to Q4 00. Choice Heifers - 71.00 to 73,00 with sales to 73.80. Good heifers • 68.00 to 71.00, 400 to 600 Ib. steer calves from 1 00 to 104.50. All weights of pigs sold at higher prices 30 to 40 Ib. pigs traded to a high of 62.25. 40 to 50 Ib. pigs to a high of 68.50. 50 to 60 Ib. pigs to a high of 77.50. 60 to 70 lb. pigs to a high of 81.00. The new addition to the Brussels Stockyard pig barn' will be fully opened next week, giving capacity for 2600 pigs. Needlepoint offered tol Are you interested in in- creasing your knowledge of a craft you already know? Do you like to learn new crafts? If so, "Needlepoint for Be- ginners" is for you. This winter the Home Economics Branch, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture & Food, is offering a course to all people in Huron County on Needlepoint. There is something here for everyone. County questions (Continued from Page 11) the costs for the Banff course and that the board had decided Banff would be the only course Dr, Lynch would be attending, Mr, Steckle said two things normally attended by the medical officer, the Canadian Public Health con- vention and the University of Toronto refresher course, would not be attended in the years 1979 and 1980 if council approved the Banff course. The deputy -reeve said the costs for those courses would help offset the cost to send Dr. Lynch to Banff and that money, coupled with the J0 percent subsidy from the province, made the costs for Banff nominal. How are you going to chase girls if you're not in shape? 411101(;::7 Pr7RT/C/Pi7CT/0/7 fitness. In your heart von know it'. right For those who would like to learn to needlepoint the course offers yarns and course offers guidance in colour harmony, selection of proper canvas sizes, yarns and needles. Step .by Step instructions are given for five popular and useful stitches which are worked on a sample Once the sampler is completed members can go ahead with confidence to complete an item of their choice, For those who have clone needlepoint before the course offers advance in- struction on professionally blocking your finished pieces, designing your own patterns for needlepoint articles, as well as learning several new stitches. 'i'hc course will take the form of a leadership work- shop where each group (whether an organized group or informal gathering) will send at (east one leader (two is the ideal) to the workshop to learn the information and get the supplies. These people then return to their community and teach the Huron course to the members, Upon completion of the course a Summary Day is held where all members get together to see what the other groups in the arca have done during the project. A knowledgeable speaker is often present to expand on the subject being studied. In the course members will complete a sampler which teaches the five stitches. Then they can either design and stitch an article of their choice or they can purchase and stitch a stamped design on canvas or a kit. Leadership Workshops will be held as follows: Wingham, Monday, February 12 & Thursday, February 15; Exeter - Tuesday, February 13 and Friday, February 16; Clinton - Monday, February 19 and Wednesday February 21; Clinton, Saturday, February 10 & Saturday. February 17. For further information and application forms contact Miss Grace Bird, Home Economist, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Clinton 482-3428 or Zenith 7-2800. Ch es1 r%74 slid -- CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Rev. 1'. Hoogsteen FEBRUARY 4, 1979 1st Hour of Worship -10 a.m. Scriptures - Ex. 151-8 Sermon; "in Our Father's Court" 2nd Hour or Worship • 2:30 p.m. Scriptures - Gal. 3 23-29 Sermon: "Ifa Man is Worth $1,000,000 How Much a Woman?" P SIGHT IN... you'll find it in theClcissifiedl • ";%a; �! Sugar & Spice by Bill Smiley Winter has improved Just struggled home through about the tenth blizzard of this month. You could see your hand before your face, if you had a Targe hand and good eyesight. Found my street more by feel than sight, turned off with a skid, went through the routine of getting into the garage, It's rather like launching a small boat in a Iargc surf. it takes a lot of skill and a fair bit of nerve, At the entrance to the driveway are the boulders. These arc huge gobbets of snow thrown up by the snowplow, which then freezes them bigger than a large man's head. Then there is a flat space, shovelled, about the length of a car. Then, just at the entrance to the garage itself, there is a sort of reef of ice, built up to a foot or so of frozen snow. You have to hit the driveway, and there is a large maple a foot to one side, at about 24 miles an hour. There is a great rending noise from beneath, just like locks tearing the bottom out of a boat. But you don't even slow down. With a judicious touch of brakes here and accelerator there, you sashay past the maple, line her up for the middle of the garage, and goose her just a little on the flat patch. There is six inches clearance on each side. All being well, you then ride up over the reef of ice, with another rending noise, this time part of your roof peeling away, slam the brakes at the last minute so that you don't go through the end of the garage, switch off, and sit there wiping your brow, My wife is a big chicken. She won't even try to put thc thing in the driveway, let alone the garage. Maybe that's because she has hit the side of the garage door about six times, both in and coming out. I enjoy it. l feel like a skipper whose ship is sinking, and who has launched a boat, taken her through the surf, over the rocks, through the reef, and beached her on golden sand, But inevitably, on such occasions, my thoughts turn to the poor devils, our pioneer ancestors, who had to cope with the same weather and snow conditions, with a pittance of what we have to work %vith. When I've shut off niy engine, feeling a bit like Captain Bligh on one of his good days, all 1 have to do is walk 40 yards to the house, inside there is warmth from an oil furnace, light, an electric stove to cook dinner, a colored television to take me to lotus -land. 1 can huddle in the cowardly safety of my modern home and defy the elements. Let 'er snow, let 'er blow. No chores to do. No trips to the barn to feed, water, milk the beasts, by the light -of a lantern, in sub -zero temperature. No wood to lug in from the woodpile, or ashes to carry out. All 1 have to do is sit down with a drink, unfold my daily paper, and wait for dinner. And it's no dinner of salt pork or canned beef, with a hearty helping of smashed potatoes and some turnips or carrots my wife had to dig up from the root cellar, topped off by some preserved raspberries from last summer's crop. No, the refrigerator is one of our modern gods, and one of the most popular. 1 think it takes precedence even over the car as a twentieth-century deity. We kneel before it, contemplating its innards. We place offerings of food inside it, much as the ancients proffered food to their gods. And just like the ancients, we are smart enough to take food back and eat it, after the god has been placated. Not for us the pioneers' meagre fare. We have fresh (frozen) meat to hand. We have fresh vegetables, nothing from the root cellar. We have cheese and fruit and eggs and orange juice and a myriad other exotics that would make our ancestors blink in awe and fear. On the shelves in the kitchen we have another host of luxuries: canned fruit and vegetables and soup, coffee and tea and sugar and smoked oysters and sardines and salmon and tuna, in the bread -box, cookies and cakes and bread that cost money but no labour. After a meal that would appear to a pioneer as food for the gods (even though half the stuff in it is going to give us cancer, according to the quacks), we don't have to sit huddled by the stove trying co read a week-old newspaper by the light of a kerosene lamp. We can sit in comfort and read a book from among thousands in a library five minutes away. Or we can listen to music or drama from hundreds of miles away. Or we can watch the same, or the news of the day, from thousands of miles away. By merely twisting a dial. How did they stand it, those sturdy forebears of ours? Wouldn't you think that they'd have gone starkers under the burden of never-ending toil. never ending cold and snow, neverending monotony and loneliness in winter? Not a bit of it. They thrived and multiplied. (Maybe thc latter was the answer. There's nothing like a bit of multiplying to pass the time.) Many of then didn't survive, of course. Children died in infancy. Women were old at 30. But it was a lifelong test course in survival, and the tough ones made it. What a lot of complaining, complacent slobs we are today! But I'm sure glad I don't have to go out to the barn, put hay down for the horses, milk the cows, and drag in a quarter -cord of wood to keep the stoves going tonight. Stabilization for '77 barley A stablization payment of 16 cents a bushel has been announced by the Agri- cultural Stabilization Board for the 1977 barley crop. Barley sold between Aguust 1, 1977 and July 31, 1978 will qualify for payment. Payment is based on barley at 14% moisture content. During the 1977 crop year, the weighted average market price was $1,76 per bushel, and the support price is $1.92 per bushel. Barley receives support at 90% of the five- • Operation' year average market price indexed to reflect changes in production costs. This is the first time barley has qualified for a stabilization payment. Application forms for the payment are available from the provincial agricultural representative's office or from the ,Agriculture 'Stabilization Board, 580 Booth Street, 9th Floor, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0Y9. Producers are advised that the maximum eligibility for the barley stabilization is 160 Don't let a high food bill limit your family's nutri- tion. Poor planning, over- buying, limited storage space, convenience foods and wasting leftovers rather than high food prices niay be contributing to your higher food bill. Make prop- er nutrition a part of your Lifestyle. tonnes, with a two -tonne deductible. Durin:; the 1977 crop year oats, which are also covered by the Agricultural Stabilization Act, did not qualify for payment. SUPERIOR MEMORIALS ESTABLISHED OVER 50 YEARS Canton-Seaforth Area Representative MICHAEL FALCONER 153 High Street Clinton 482-9441 THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 - 15 MVCA employs 5 The Maitland Valley Con- servation Authority currently has five local people em- ployed through a 1979 Canada Works grant. The $10,920, grant, supplied by the Job Creation Branch of immigration and Employ- ment Canada, will provide a total of 65 man weeks of work, and will include on the job training for the employees, Charlene Gordon and Jack Hovius of Listowel, Lloyd Faust of Gowanstown, Jake Brown of Gorrie, and Ray Becker of Blyth were chosen from among the many ap- plicants referred to the Con- servation Authority by local Canada Manpower offices. Talking back invites speakers Beginning Sunday, Feb- ruary 4th, CBC and the Canadian Association for Adult Education inaugurate a project giving Canadians a chance to speak out and voice their concerns about issues affecting their social, eco- nomic, cultural and political future. It's called "People Talking Back." Six programs will be broadcast nationally on CBC Television, Each provides a different theme for discussion by thousands of participating groups currently identified in every province, Their responses will be coded, collated and recorded through extensive telephone •ietworks in each province and sent back to the groups before subsequent pro- grams. The inaugural broadcast February 4th is hosted by :,orlon Pinsent and includes interviews, documentary film theatre skits and live audi- 2nce discussion, On the same day TV Ontario hosts an )rientation show 4:30-5:30 o.m. Themes for the follow- ing five CBC programs are: So, We're Different: Dilemmas Created by Our Differences - Feb. 25, 1:00 p.m.; Let's Get It Straight: Do Politicians and the Media Confuse issues - March 11, 1:00 p.ni.; Winners or Losers Arc We Winning or Losing the Economic Battle • March 25, 4:30 p.m.; Canadians at Work: Unrest and Change in the Labour Scene • April 8, 1:00 p.m.; Where do We Go from Here: Alternative Options for the Future • April 22, 4:30 p.m. • It's an unprecedented opportunity for Canadians to say what they think, share their feelings with other Canadians and make an impact on the opinion polls. For further information, call Ontario Association for Continuing Education 366- 2374 or write to 8 York Street, Toronto M5J 1R2. Forestry management at the Maple Keys Sugar Bush near Ethel will be one of the major projects undertaken this winter. The Con- servation Authority opened the area for maple syrup demonstration during 1978, and will be maintaining the operation during March of this year. The Canada Works field staff will assist with pipeline installation, gathering sap and processing students will have the op- portunity to visit the sugar the maple syrup. Another major area of involvement will be the pro- vision of an education pro- gram at Maple Keys. Inter- pretive displays and signs are being prepared, and a study guide for teachers will be written and circulated to local schools, Scheduling of class visits will be completed in early February so that bush demonstration before and after the school holiday in March. General public area also encouraged to visit the site during the operational period. Along with other forestry and wildlife management program activities, the Canada Works field staff will complete wood working and welding work on con- servation area equipment, signs, and displays. 476:fliP:TliioPeveryone to Blyth and District be sure to call in at the new Fruit Market Et Candy Shoppe Opening February 1 In Wingham for all your fruit and vegetable requirements at special low prices. The manager "Sharon" will be delighted to meet you. • SAVAGE • Nc.)R I H * STAR • SELBY Main Street, Seaforth 16 — THE BLYTH STANDARD JANUARY 31, 1979 Farmer Hockey People Mr. and Mrs, Charles Waymouth of Sebringville accompanied by Mr, Lloyd Longman of Stratford visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Carl Longman and family. In last week's picturcof the Horticultural executive Harvey McCallum's name was omitted as being absent from the picture. Mrs, Grant Sparling spent a week at Langley, British Columbia with Mr, and Mrs, Jim Pollard and new grandson Michael James, Visiting at the same home at the time were the maternal grandparents Mr, and Mrs, Al Roskvist of Wakanae, New Zealand. Euchre The weekly euchre was held on Monday evening in Blyth Memorial Hall. The prize winners were as Pee Wees beat Hensall The Blyth Pee Wees defeated Hensall on Friday, January 17 by the score of 5 to 1. Blyth goals were scored by Doug Craig 3, Brad Lyon 2. Assists went to Kent Howatt 3, Don Allen 2, Brent Brooks 1, Todd MacDonald 1. Blyth will travel to Huron Park on Saturday, February 3 to play in a tournament to determine who will advance to the OMHA playoff. It is a double knock -out tournament. Blyth will play Zurich at 9:00 Saturday morning. follows: Ladies High -Mrs. Mary Holland, Men's High -Harvey Sillib, Ladies Low -Marg.. McCullough, Men's Low -Harold, Cook, Ladies's Lone Hands, Vi Howse, Men's, Lone Hands -Herb Govier. Special prize Herb Govier. There will be another euchre next Monday evening. Come and bring your friends. •A 100 km. RALLY. •ALL SNOWMOBILERS INVITED PROCEEDS TO THE ONTARIO SOCIETY FOR CRIPPLED CHILDREN Date FEB. 4,1979 Place R. POTTER'S, CLINTON Starting Time 8-10:30 a.m. For further information write or call: SNOWARAMA C% JOE GIBBON R. R. 2, SEAFORTH 482-3229 Pick up pledge .sheets from any local snowmobile club members or wherever a poster is displayed. SPECIAL FEATURE Courtesy of AIR CANADA All riders eligible for draw for two tickets to any Air Canada destination. BLYTH INN FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT Friday and Saturday Feb. 2 &a 3 Blue Water Highway YOUR HOST HAROLD AND THELMA WINGHAM • PHONE 3.57_-1630_ WEDNESDATTOSATURDAT ADMITTANCE JAN, 31 st to FEB. 3rd • SHOWTIMES • 1o.osals u run or Wed•Thurs. 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This fare is applicable to other Canadian cities, also, TRAVEL VIA AIR CANADA OR CP AIR HOLIDAY WRLD 357-2701 WINGHAM OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY Notice of ANNUAL MEETING The Annual Meeting of the Huron County WHEAT PRODUCERS will be held in the Agricultural Board Room at Clinton on Thurs. Feb. 8th at 1:30 p.m. Russell Rodgers, Chairman of the Board will be guest speaker. Tfrvitt Restaurant in Blyth "SUPER SPECIALDAYS" From 12 to 8 Sundays Family DaySpecial , Children s Plates Daily Special 12 yrs. & younger 1/2 price Tuesdays HOT HAMBURG DAY at a low price 1 •75 "WE TAKE RESERVATIONS" Mon • Thurs Fri. Sat. Sun. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. 6 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. • 12:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. ARENA SCHEDULE WED. JAN. 31, 1979 1:30 - 3:00 Local Farmers Hockey 6:00.7:15 Tyke Practice 7:30.9:00 Bantam B Practice 10:00.11:00 Christian Reformed THURS. FEB 1, 1979 1:30.2:30 Farmers Hockey 3:45 - 5:45 Figure Skating 7:00 • 8:00 Parline Broomball Practice 9:00. 10:30 Industrial League 10:30. 11:30 Local Boys FRI. FEB. 2, 1979 4:00 . 5:00 Londesboro Cubs 7:00.8:30 PeeWee Game vs. Zurich 8:30. 10:00 Van Amersfoort Skating party SAT. FEB. 3, 1979 7:30.1:00 Minor Sports 2:00.4:00 Public Skating 4:30 . 6:00 Tyke game vs. Normby 7:00. 11:00 Christian Reformed SUN. FEB. 4, 1979 1:00.2:00 Baitoneers Broomball 2:00 . 4:00 Public Skating 4:30 • Merners Construction 7:30. 10:30 Industrial League MON. FEB. 5,1979 5:30 . 6:30 Pewee A Practice 7:00.8:30 Atom Game 8:30.11:30 Blyth Broomball League TUES. FEB. 6, 1979 2:00 •3:00 Pre-school skating 3:30.6:30 Figure Skating 6:30.7:30 Lions Beginners 8:00.12:00 Broomball WED. FEB. 7, 1979 1:30.3:30 Local Farmers Hockey 6:00 . 7:15 Tyke Practice 7:45 - 9:00 Bantam B Practice vs Wallace 10:00. 11:30 Christian Reformed THE BLYTH,,STANDARD:, JANUARY 31, 1979 — 17 Blyth Inn, Watsons win The Blyth Inn downed Bainton's 9-8 to record its last victory of the season in the Blyth Industrial Hockey League, Goal scorers for the Inn were Brian Black with 5, Gord Haggitt and Bruce Howson with 2 each, Robbie Laurie leads Baintons with 6 Laurie led Baintons with 6 goals while Grant Coultes had 2. In the second game Watson's edged Hubbards 5-4. Wayne McDougall scored twoice for Watson's with singles going to John Stewart, Ken Ritchie and Clarence DeJong, Hubbard goal scorers were Paul McKee with 2 and Lennie Whitfield and Dana Bean one Skaters pass national skating tests On January 23, four club skaters passed National Skat- ing tests, Jodie Urlin and Michael Cronyn passed their Beginners Test. Lana Lawrence passed her Strok- ing test. Debbie Machan passed her Basic Test, Club skaters are now prac- tising for their spring carni- val. This should be fun for all who participate. The senior club members are trying to prepare themselves for a Test Day to be held on Feb. 13. Skaters from other clubs in the area will also be in the Blyth Arena to try tests. New members on Grand Bend board Huron Country Playhouse Board of Trustees have re- newed activity after a Dec- ember break. Joining the Board this year are: Paul Baker, London; Audrey Harris, Komoka; Sam Hunter, Bright's Grove; Lions BINGO Every Saturday at Blyth Memorial Hall 12 reg. • 10 each 3 share the wealth $150 jackpot 60 calls every Sat at 8 p.m. Gordon Schlegel, Grand Bend; and Bruce Shaw, Exe- ter. Continuing on the Board are: Bert Albertson, Kay Bushel, James Kneale, Dave Sheppard and Mary Speiran, Grand Bend; Bill Amos, Bet- tie Gibbs and Jill Waters, Parkhill; Gwen Burchill, Bar bara Ivey and Josephine Wilcox, London; William Cochrane and June Hill, Goderich; Douglas Cook, Hensall; Len Evans, Sarnia; William Heinsohn, Toronto; Linda McKenzie, Clinton; Leo Morningstar, Stratford and Benson Tuckey, Exeter. Chairman Bill Amos, out- lined Board plans for the year at a recent meeting. On the year's agenda are various fund raising ideas and other supportive activities. Artistic and Managing Dir• ector, James Murphy, pres- ented plans for a stream- lined'production schedule for 1979, with five plays running two weeks each. HURON COUNTY PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION Take notice that the 1979 ANNUAL MEETING will be held: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 at the LEGION HALL, CLINTON 11:45 A.M. (Banquet Tickets: '5.00) Meeting 1:00 p.m. Sharp For the purpose of the proper business of the annual meeting; the election of the County Board of Directors and the election of one (1) councilman* for a one year term to the North Area Pork Producers' Council. This election will be held between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. Tom Papple Lloyd Stewart President Secretary * Election of one councilman as a replacement to com• plot° the term of office of 1910. Banquet tickets available from any township director, ****** Board Directors Vos, Waterton, Keller and Wooden will be In attendance. each. Last Thursday night Rad - fords defeated Watson's 7-6. Brian Bromley scored 4 and Brad Bromley had 3 goals for Radfords. Wayne McDougall had 5 goals for Watson's and Larry Howatt added one, Walton Area Sports Club SNOWMOBILE ;'- - POKER RALLY Sun. Feb. 4 REGISTRATION: Walton Hall, 11 am-2pm . Cash Prizes $150, • Trophy Many other prizes Refreshments available at Walton Hall Blyth & Area Community Centre LAST NIGHT: THURSDAY Feb. lst. 1 p.m. "IN PRAISE OF OLDER WOMEN" & "CAN I DO IT... TILL I NEED GLASSES" ADMITTANCE RESTRICTED •- nssoNs 6,,`. • STARTS FRIDAY FEB. 2nd FRI. & SAT. ONLY 7:00 P.M. & 9:00 P.M. One Showing 8 P.M. SUN. • THURS. recommended as ADULT ENTERTAINMENT OWI' IN AREA 30 The Square, Goderich, 524.7111 Program sublect to change without notice 18 - THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 It's the freezin` season........ but hot want ads thaw sales out 1 Corning Events A PUBLIC meeting is called for the community Memorial Hall in Auburn, Thursday, February 8 at 8:30 p.m. Insulation of hall and dis- cussion of removal of stage is in question. Decisions are needed for this project. We urge you to come. 1.57.2 CLINTON LEGION BINGO every Thursday, 8:00 p.m, First regular card $1. re- stricted to 16 years or over. 15 regular games of $15. $5 least on split. Many other specials, Jackpot 5200. must go each week, 1.53-tf THE HURON COUNTY HEALTH UNIT invites you to attend Adult Health Guidance Centre held at the HEALTH UNIT OFFICE MEDICAL BUILDING, BRUSSELS on Wednesday, February 7, from 1:30.3:30 p.m. for: 1, Health Surveillance 2, Foot Care 3. Anaemia Screening 4. Urine Testing 5. Blood Pressure 6. Hearing Test 1.57.1 4 Help Wanted er2tclIon Tgort4 aaai/ghca(n requires a Cleaner at CENTRAL HURON SECONDARY SCHOOL, CLINTON Return applications stating age, experience, address and telephone number to MR. R. McVEAN PLANT SUPERINTENDENT HURON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION 103 Albert Street, Clinton, Ontario NOM 1L0 Specific duties and hours of work will be given to applicants called in for an interview. Deadline for applications is FEBRUARY 9th, 1979 R.J. Elliott, D.J. Cochrane, Chairman Director 4-57-1 Standard WANT ADS WORK Phone 523.9646 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. FIRST INSERTION - 20 words $2.00, .07c per word thereafter SUBSEQUENT INSERTIONS - No copy changes, 5c per word, minimum $1.00 SEMI -DISPLAY' FIRST INSERTION - $1.68 per column inch. SUBSEQUENT INSERTIONS - $1.40 per column inch. (Minimum size in this category 2 Inches. Accepted In multiples of half inch) BOX NUMBERS to this office - 50c per insertion. BIRTHS - 20 words $2.00, 7c per word thereafter MARRIAGES, EPAGAGEMENTS, DEATH NOTICES - 20 words $2.00 each additional word 7c. IN MEMORIAMS - $2.00 plus 10c per line of verse COMING EVENTS - 20 words $2.00, each additional word 7c. Three insertions for the price of 2 CARD OF THANKS - 30 words $2.00; each . additional word 3c per word. 25c DISCOUNT FOR CASH PAYMENT AT TIME OF INSERTION. Deadline of classified ads is 4:00 P.M. Monday No cancellation of multiple Insertion advertisements after Noon, Mondays. Phone 523-9646 9 Poultry For Sale HUBBARD Golden Comets, top quality Brown egg layers. 20 weeks old, available for April delivery. Orders accep- ted for heavy roasters, cock - kits. Day old for spring delivery. Call McKinley Hatchery, Zurich, 262.2837, 9-56x6 11 Articles For Sale SEED OATS Garry and Elgin BARLEY Herta, Keystone, Trent, Pequls, Bruce Spring .Wheat Glenlea Mixtures made to order from these varieties Early order discount until March 1st Red Clover Double cut, Timothy. ART BOLTON 527.0455 RUSSELL BOLTON 527.1428 11-57-2 USED SNOWMOBILES Ski Doo 335 $325.00 Moto -Ski Capri 340 5625.00 Moto -Ski 1977 Spirit 250 $625,00 Moto -Ski 1975 Nuvik•300 $425.00 Massey Ski-Whis 444E 5625.00 1975 340 Arctic Cat Special Price Snowmobile clothing in stock at Special Discount. Snow Mitts 25% off; Bardahl Snowmobile Oil $1.45, $16,95 a case. * SIANORiH AYR CAMBRIOGI IM 527.0120, Seaforth 1.1-57-1 AVAILABLE courtesy of Blyth Fire Department, a limited supply of books CMHC (Heating with Wood Safely). Can be picked up at George Ives Res. 523-9514. 11.57x3 Need a Wood Splitter Only 5210.00 WORTH AYR CAMHRIOGf ok SEAFORTH 527-0120 11-57-1 11 Articles For Sale RENT a quality new piano $39,00 monthly, Pulsifcr Music 527-0053. 11.53-tf TO SELL -two Fan Forced vented Propane gas heaters, two Brownie uniforms, sizes 8 and 10, all in good con- dition, 526-7702. 11-57-1 January Clearance on ARIENS "Walk behind" SNOWBLOWERS [9tierelli? Al SEAFORTR • AYII • CAMBRIDGE ik 527-0120 Seaforth 1.1.57-1 12 Wanted To Buy WANTED - Used furniture, appliances and antiques, Call ,lack's Place, Lucknow, 528- 2625. 12-53-tf 13 Wanted 600D used furniture, ap- l;Iianecs, antiques. Vanastra Home Funishings. Phone 482-7922. 14.53•tf 19 Notices Hank's Small Engine Service Henry Reinink 1 Mile North of Londesboro 523-9202 Snowmobile, Snow- blower, etc., Repair 19.53•tf Berg Sales -Service Installation - Barn Cleaners - Bunk Feeders -Stabling - Silo Unloaders FREE ESTIMATES Donald G. Ives R.R. 2, Blyth Phone Brussels 887.9024 19-31-tf Livestock Products Presenting an extensive line -liquid manure pumps -special cattle manure pump -electric manure pumps -manure spreader tanks • lagoon pumps • economical, strong rear end loader J. SPANJER. MANUFACTURING Mitchell of -hog penning -farrowing crates -cattle free stalls -feed binds 348-9104 14 Property For Sale 14 Property For Sale 9NTEE REALTOR Pierre Rammeloo• Res, 523-9478 South of Clinton • lovely home on 15 acres, try an offer. Highway 8 lots • Commercial or Industrial zoned ready for developement. Reduced to sell - nicely decorated home, franklin fireplace, countertop stove and fridge. Ready to move in. Our firm has over 100 farms listed of all kinds in Grey Bruce and Huron Counties. Please call us for more information on these farms, 14-57-1 WORKMAN REAL ESTATE LTD. CLINTON, ONT. Henry Mero 527.0430 Dirk van der Werf 482-3165 Harold Workman 482-3455 Gary Walden 523-9212 Ron Doiron 565-2797 BLYTH PROPERTIES King Street - 3 bedroom, 2 storey brick home, $26,500.00 Dinsley Street • Brick duplex or 4 bedroom home, $25,000,00 Dinsley Street • 5 bedroom, aluminum -sided home, $19,900,00 Hamilton Street • 3 bedroom bungalow, full basement, $42,900,00 COUNTRY PROPERTIES Walton - 3 bedroom bungalow partially finished $28,000,00 Hobby farm • 5 acres, 4 bedroom brick home, barn, steel shed near Londesboro $42,900,00 Londesboro - 3 bedroom bungalow, patio doors, sundeck, garage, Targe lot $45,500,00 Stately Stone House, Blyth Arca, 2 acres, workshop $69,900.00 Blyth Area • 5 acres, good home and barn, nicely treed 549,900.00 Blyth Area • 16 acres with bush, ponds, 3 bedroom raised bungalow $59,900,00 Walton Arca • 4 acres, 4 bedroom home, $24,500.00 Hullet Twp. 3 acres, 4 bedroom excellent, brick home, 548,500.00 FARMS Dairy • 200 acres, East Wawanosh Twp., 48 tic ups, excellent buildings, 5250,000.00. Cattle, quota and machinery extra, 600 Hogs - 5 acres, Hullet Twp., steel barn, liquid tank, Auger fed, ventilated, good home, Dairy - 225 acres or 125 acres, McKillop Twp., Lock, stock and barrel or seperate, Hullet Twp. - 50 acres, 40 workable, mixed bush, $50,000.00 Hullet Twp. - 75 acres, 40 workable, hills and pond $60,000.00 Pick up a copy of "The Real Estate" and see photos of these and other listings. 14-57-1 24 Cards of Thanks 24 Cards of Thanks Edna and Archie Mont- gomery would like to express their appreciation for all the cards, flowers, gifts and visits while Edna has been in hospitals. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses for their kind attention. Also we would like to say a sincere thanks to all the neighbours for the help they have given at home in so many ways. For all the many blessings That our gracious Father sends I thank Him most of all For loyal hearted friends. Your kindness will long be ,appreciated. 24-57x1 Thanks to everyone who sent cards, and for the kindness shown to us during the recent death of our dear mother, It was greatly appreciated, -Grace Cart- wright and family. 24-57x1 27 Births POLLARD: To Mr. and Mrs. Jim Pollard of Langley, British Columbia, a son, Michael James, on January 14, 1979. The first grandchild for Mr, and Mrs, Grant Sparling of Blyth, 27 -Ski Classified on next Page CLASSIFIED 19 Notices 19 Notices 'S® Attention SPo $1500 Farmers We now paying $5.00 = $15,00 for fresh dead or disabled cows & horses over 500 lbs. All calves & pigs picked up free of charge. Fast Efficient Service = 24 hrs a day 7 days a week, HURON DEAD STOCK REMOVAL CoII collect 482-9811 Call us first you won't have to call anyone else 19-53-tf A Standard Classified will pay you dividends, Have you tried one? Dial Blyth, 523.9646. CONCRETE WORK Expert chimney and roofing repairs; specializing in stabling. Don Ives, Phone Brussels, 887-9024, 19.53-tf 14 Property For Sale 21 Tenders Wanted a BAILEY Real Estate Ltd. Clinton Phone: 024371 NEAR WALTON • 47 acres, 11/2 storey, 3 bdrm. home, good barn and drive shed, ****** PRICED TO SELL On large lot, newly renovated, 2 floor brick home, 4 bdrms., family room, in Blyth. ****** BLYTH - New home, 1 floor 3 bdrm, brick bungalow, land- scaping completed. ***** HIGHWAY PROPERTY • No buildings, 80 acres, 45 acres workable, near Blyth. ****** BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY - 2 storey, brick apartment building on main street Blyth can be converted for com- mercial use, ****** AUBURN - 11/2 storey com- pletely remodelled on nicely treed lot, * * * * * * NEW LISTING - 50 acre farm, Hullett Twp., good set of buildings. ****** FARROWING OPERATION • Near Holmesville 9 acres, modern 1 floor bungalow. ****** LONDESBOROUGH - Low down payment will handle this 1'/2 storey home, large lot, close to school and stores. * * * * * * SOLD • 10 acre farrow to finish farm in Hullett Twp. FOOD FOR THOUGHT Justifying a fault doubles it. 14-5 -1 Remember/ It takes but a moment to place an Expositor Want Ad. Dial 527.0240. AMinistry of Housing Ontario Housing, Corporation Tender Reference Number: BO5 SF179.17 MOVE OUT PAINTING as required at OHC buildings in Huron County. Tenders will be received from the above until 11 a.m. LOCAL TIME FEBRUARY 14, 1979 by the Ontario Hous- ing Corporation c/o Court House and Registry Office, 80 Dundas Street, P.O. Box 5600, Terminal A, London, Ontario. Details and specifi- cations may be ob- tained by contacting Huron County Housing Authority. Telephone (519) 524.2637, quot- ing reference number as above. THE LOWEST OR ANY TENDER NOT NECESSARILY ACCEPTED. 21.5. •1 Obituaries MRS, DUNCAN MCCALLUM Mrs, Duncan McCallum, died at Huronview, Clinton, on Friday, January 26, 1979. Mrs, McCallum the former Grace Eleanor Hoover, was the mother of Harvey of Blyth, Mrs, Bert (Jean) Gray of Clinton, Mrs. Jack (Irene) Clegg, of Niagara Falls. She has a brother Norman Hoover of Brussels. Mrs McCallum is survived by four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. The funeral service was held at the Tasker Funeral Home, Queen Street, Blyth on Monday January 29. Interment in Blyth Union Cemetery. PAUL MCCLINCHEY Paul Lloyd McClinchey died suddenly as a result of an accident in East Wawanosh Township, THE BLYTH STANDARD.; JANUARY 31, 1979 — 19 Saturday, January 27. He is survived by his parents Lloyd and Eileen McClinchey, RR 1 Auburn, and sisters Karen, Joy and Lorraine, all at home, Also surviving are his grandparents, Mr, and Mrs, Sid McClinchey of RR 1 Auburn and Mrs, Margaret Cunningham of Maitland Manor, Goderich, Funeral service was held on Tuesday at the Westfield Church, Donations to the Gideon Bible Society would be appreciated as an expression of sympathy. Standard WANT ADS WORK Phone 523-9646 e• 4 DRESSHE Phone 887-6062 Brussels iraleniohe gifts for der SAVINGS ON dresses . blouses • slacks , sweaters 2 to • • discount Open Tuesday - Saturday 9 am-6pm OP a 01 4 :::::.. . ..'::'''.iiiacc..:.::. :..i• .:: ..iiiiiiiiiiiii. 44:1i.::::::.;:.6) x.:::.....:iiiio ,votiv-ilmire 'fkix. 4gp grisimp.1, See the SHENANDOAH BASIC WOOD HEATER Specially Priced at $ 14- HOME & BUILDING CENTRE Hot Ways to SAVE on heating costs - with new Efficiency Stoves Special prices on three special Wood -Burning stoves...'til Saturday February 10 only! LAKEWOOD Cottager Perfect or a small cottage or large room • full Scandanavian baffle • available with top or back flue • optional heat exchanger with blower Basi $3O4 q s Model... With Blower... $3341:5 WOODBURNING CARMOR DOWNDRAFT SPACE HEATERS CARMOR Large size • No. 1175 4 9 We now have 25 different stoves on display...and we're Authorized Dealers for Fisher, Shenandoah, Findlay Oval, Fawcett, Lakewood Stove Co., and Selkirk Metabestos Chimneys. February is Wood -Burning Stove month - at the store with more, WISEWAY Home & Building Centre FRED J. HUDIE LIMITED BAYFIELD RD., CLINTON 482-3441 20 — THE BLYTH STANDARD, JANUARY 31, 1979 " Wingham has one too" County council debates spending on Goderich airport Bya slim two vote margin Friday Huron County council agreed to take a secon dlook at a request from the town of Goderich for a $7,000 in- crease in the county's share of the operating costs of Sky Harbour Airport in Goderich. In a recorded vote council agreed by a 27.25 margin not to accept a property commit- tee recommendation to turn down the Goderich request and agreed to investigate the need for the county to chip in the extra money asked for by the town. Goderich reeve Eileen Palmer told council that the town planned to purchase three lakefront lots bordering the airport to permit the construction of a new paved runway. The three Tots are to be purchased over three years and considering that additional expense the town asked that the county be prepared to up the ante to cover any financial losses incurred at the airstrip. Palmer told council that the increase should not be considered a favor to Goderich pointing out that Sky Harbour is a boon to the entire county and is one of the main encouragements the county has to offer in- dustry being coaxed to Huron. The reeve added that the agreement the county has now to pick up $16,000 of any losses is not a pact with the town of Goderich but with the Crown. She said the county is under obligation to assist in the maintenance of Sky Harbour. She added that if the county did not increase its portion of operating losses the town of Goderich could find itself in a position where it has no choice but to have "entire responsibility for the airport revert back to the county". Bob Allen, deputy -reeve of Goderich, told council that Sky Harbour can only be considered as an industry in the county. He said 65 people are employed at the airport and it is destined to grow. He added that the decision to purchase land was made because the airport is now at a point where it either expands to permit the safe landing of larger jet aircraft or it reverts back to the size it was before the town began developing it several years ago. Exeter deputy -reeve Donald MacGregor did not agree that he Goderich airport was as important to the county as Goderich re- presentatives indicated. "Wc have a beautiful air- port in the south end of the county (Centralia) with all kinds of buildings sitting there doing nothing," said MacGregor, "It can handle medium size jets but not large jet aircraft." Exeter reeve Eldrid Sim- mons agreed claiming the county was being "more than generous" giving $16,000 each year to Sky Harbour, Simmons said the benefits to the county maybe noticeable around Goderich but he "couldn't see any benefits to the south end of the county", Morris okays raises (Continued from Page 1) another meeting regarding the street lights in Belgrave since t hey weren't sure about being able to stay within the restriction, part of a motion to go ahead with a revised plan for the street lights, provided the cost didn't exceed any more than $3 of the original cost. The original cost was $26 per lot. Council also was uncertain about going ahead because of the cost of putting in the lights and the placement of the lights. Clerk Nancy Michie was to send a letter to lot owners telling them a meeting "as to be set up March 1 at 8 p.m. in the Belgrave Institute Hall. Council decided to accept the application of ( rl McLellan as dog counter for the township at $1,65 per dog and advise him that the job is to be completed by the first of Anril. Council received a letter from the auditor for the Maitland Valley Conservation Autority saying they owed the Authority $1118 for some fill line mapping they had done in the township but council decided to sent a letter back to the auditor stating that they hadn't asked for the mapping to be done in the first place. BILLY BISHOP, Theatre Passe Muraille's hilarious musical play about Western Ontario's World One indom- inable flying hero will be presented at Blyth Memorial Hall, Wednesday, January 31 at 8 p.m. For reservations call 523-9403. Sponsored by the Blyth Centre for the Arts, Come in and enter our o Be Held on Wed. February 14th at 5:30 p.m. for Gift Certificates Worth Up To WIN HER 1110 THIS YEAR WITH A GIFT FROM 523-4351 Blyth Val's Fashion Fare Valerie Dale Proprietress Open 6 Days a Week VISA Howick reeve Harold Robinson did not want the north end of the county to be left out of the issue pointing out to council that while Goderich and Exeter both sported airports Wingham also had an airstrip. Robin- son said 90 planes were on the Wingham airstrip during the International Plwoing Match in September and he asked if the county had any agreements with Wingham to fund that airport. County clerk Bill Hanly told ocuncil that there were several airports in the county but that many of them had only grass runways and were used almost exclusively by private aircraft. He said few of the airports arc as widely used as Goderich. Reeve Palmer pointed out to counci (that for most of its day long session it had given first approval to department budgets "without batting an eyelash". "Here we sit asking for $7,000 and there you sit ready to bring down the roof", she said, Ervin Sillcry, Tuckersmith reeve, came to bat for the Goderich request telling council that he had served as the county representative on tet Sky Harbour airport committee and had "really got his eyes opened". Sillcry said there was a lot going on at Sky Harbour and that it was "all very good". 50 years as a miller (Continued from Page 1) the flour milling business because they were short of help. He moved up to Lucknow where he was a shift miller, The shift miller worked at such things as packing the bran and loading the trucks. In the fall of 1940, he moved to brantford where he worked at the Lake of the Woods Mill, In 1947 things went kind of slack at the mills for a while so he worked as a milkman for a couple of months, Then Frank Howson came down to Brantford and asked him to come and help him start up the mill in Blyth again which had been closed, Mr, Johnston started working for Howson and Howson in Blyth in the spring of 1947 and continued to work for them as the head miller right up until his retirement in December. Doug Howson said they were fortuante to have worked with Mr, Johnston for so many years and were fortunate to have had his knowledge of milling and his milling ability. The head miller is on call 24 hours a day so that if the shift miller is having trouble with any of the machines the head miller can help him out. BURNED DOWN Mr, Johnston got hs basic training at the mill in Wingham from the late Arnold Bann, That mill burned down in 1948. One thing Mr, Johnston enjoyed about his job was that, "the job is very changeable with the change of each year." He said that as the crops change a little every year, the mill has to be set .a little differently. HIS THUMB A miller's main tools arc his thumb and forefinger which are used to feel the stock so he knows whether he should be grinding harder or sifting more. Mr. Johnston recalled that at one point in his career, he cracked the wrist of the hand he usually felt the stock with and it made quite a difference when he had to train himself to use the other hand. After working with five generations of the family, Mr. Johnston feels the Howsons should be credited with most of his success, He worked with Frank and William Howson, then Fred Howson and his four sons and Jim Howson's boy Steve who makes up the fifth generation, Working hours and wages have changed .quite a bit since Mr, Johnston first got into the milling business. He started at 25 cents an hour and currently workers make about $4 an hour, When he first started he worked a regular 10 hour day and when he started to run the mill, he worked 13 hours a day. The man who now holds his position works an eight hour day but is still on 24 hour call. Now that he has retired from his job at Howson and Howson, Mr. Johnston says he doesn't think he'll take up anything else. Instead, he will be doing things around home, gardening and maybe doing a bit of travelling, Mr. Johnston and his wife, Winnifred have two children both of whom were born when they resided in Brantford, Marilyn (Mrs, Don Craig) is the head accountant at the Bank of Commerace in Blyth and Nancy (Mrs. Ed Daer) of Wingham teaches at the East Wawanosh school in Belgrave. ALE70 FARM EQUIPMENT LTD. SEAFORTH -CAMBRIDGE -AYR-WOODSTOCK February Bonus offers in our " CERTIFIED SERVICE CENTRE " on li • Repairs $500'°°or more receive irg irc Q•it•c • Winter Coat, • Dyno test, and • Steam Cleaning FEBRUARY TRUCKING RATE $35.00, "Pick-up .& Return" 111 SEAFORTH 527-0120