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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1988-08-03, Page 16Iry :3 LI Huron JiXposItor SINCE 1860, SERVING THE COMMUNITY FIRST Incorporating The Brussels Post Published in Seaforth, Ontario Every Wednesday Morning The Expositor is brought to you each week by the efforts of: pot ,Armes, Pieli Corbett, Terri -Lynn Dale, Dianne McGrath aced Bob McMillan. ED BYRSKI, General Manager HEATHER Me1LWRAITH, Editor Member Canadian Community Newspaper Assoc. Ontario Community Newspaper Association Ontario Press Council Commonwealth Press Union International Press Institute Subscription Rates: Canada '20.00 a year, in advance Senior Citizens - '17,.00 a year in advance Outside' Canada '60.00 a year, in advance Single Copies - .50 cents each Second class mail registration Number 0696 Wednesday, August 10, 1988 Bditoria0 and Business Offices - 10 Mein Street, Seaforth TeOephone (519) 527-0240 Mailing Address - P.O. Box 69, Seaforth, Ontario, NOK 1 WO Vacations breed vacations E� holiday quite often breeds the necessi- ty for another holiday. Now, I'm not saying that my recently completed vacation exhausted me - quite the contrary: Since for the most part I spent my days floating in a dinghy on a near -private lake in the greater Ottawa area, I can hardly say I found it difficult to keep pace. It was as close to an euphoric existence as I'll probably ever get. I mean the only exercise I got was in anchoring said dinghy, and in wolfing down gourmet meals. What a life! However, it doesn't seem to matter how relaxed the holiday - the aftermath is a killer. I mean, I thought I had lived in my bathing suit last week, but apparently, judging by the stack of laundry I've got ly- ing around waiting to be washed, I didn't. Then there are all the clothes I packed, but didn't wear, but because they were bundl- ed away in a suitcase all week, need some attention anyway before they can be worn. Problem Is, who has time to "do any of those things that need doing. I mean, by the time I returned to Seaforth it was late SWEATSOCKS by Heather Mcllwraith at night on the day before I was supposed to return to work. And when I did return to work, which was hard enough a task to do after doing virtually nothing the week prebious, I found more than enough tasks to keep me hopping, more than a fair share of decisions to be made, too manyplaces to be at one time, and a paper to get out in two days. What a jolt. Laundry - I'll be lucky to get it done before September! And grocery shopping - forget it. Either I starve myself complete- ly or make do with the contents of my refrigerator -, namely a lonely lime, one slightly fuzzed over peach, some dried out carrots, a block of rock hard cream cheese, and a varied assortment of jams and jellies. I could, I suppose, hope for some charitable donations from my fellow Expositor gaffers, bnt then vain It'd pro- bably have to accept them on the run. What with council meetings, organiza- tional meetings, sports tournaments and the last of summer's special events slated to take place in the next couple of weeks, August is certainly shaping up to be a busy month in Seaforth. And to top it off my fellow reporter leaves on his vacation the day following production of this week's paper - and he'll be gone for two weeks. I'm really going to need another vacation when his two weeks are up. Yep, maybe Y ought to have taken two weeks all at once - one week to vacation and one week simply to get reorganized and ready to face the working world once again. Yep, life is a beach - but only when you can feel the sad between your toes. fir. pastor' welcomes accompanied b y a tel to clairzj'y any i' /orrrtation. The a right to .edit letters. Letters can be dropped off at the Harora pir to: The Hurort Expositor Box 69, Seaforth, Ontario° NOK 1WO AN /GETON� our To 5ET A RECORD /15 rf/E youNGE 7- P/Lo7 TO FLv PROM /)ERE To MATERNITY r— Who runs the Senate? Liberal Leader John Turner's statement in the House of Commons that he would "order" the Liberal -dominated Senate to delay passage of the free trade agreement until after the next election poses a new question for Canadian citizens. Turner is entitled to his own opinion about the possible harm which would follow passage of the FTA, and as leader of his party in the Commons, it is his responsibility to convince as many of his followers as he can. Certainly the Tories' insistent statement that a vast majority of Canadians are in favor of the agreement is so much wishful thinking. Truth of the mat- ter is that the vast majority of Canadians have no way of knowing whether free trade between Canada and the U.S. would be a good thing or a calami- ty. The multitude of ways in which the FTA would affect us in our many geographical areas and in the myriad ways in which we earn our livings makes a knowledgeable decision impossible for the average voter in this country. However, Turner's statement in the House brings up a question which has nothing whatsoever to do with free trade. That question revolves around the very existence of the Senate. If, indeed, he has the power to dic- tate the decisions made in the Upper House, we must qsk again, what is the purpose of maintaining an expensive body of non -elected legislators, if they must obey the dictates of someone who holds no position of authority in the Senate itself? Senate reform has been a recurring subject of debate for many years. Some Canadians see no point whatsoever in continuing its existence. These people see the Senate as nothing more than a costly retirement home for politicians who can no longer serve their country in a meaningful way. Others among us would continue in the British tradition, which sees the Senate as the body of government which provides a setting for "sober second thought" upon the decisions of the Lower House. If, however, the Senate can be ordered to act or refuse to do its work at the behest of someone outside its own jurisdiction, it must, in fact, be time to reconsider the value of the Senate to the nation. Wingham A -T. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Huronview's staff adjusted Huronview, Home for the Aged, is operated by the County of Huron under the auspices of the Ministry of Community and Social Ser- vices. The bed mix is that of 12.9 Residential Care and 181 Extended Care, which totals 310 beds. While the capacity is 310, seldom has more than 300 beds been occupied. The normal pat- tern of occupancy is between 280 and 290 which levels off at approximately 285 residents. The County of Huron has been actively pro- moting "Ageing in place." Throughout the County there are many community support services which make it possible for the frail elderly to remain in their home for a longer period of time. These programs are impacting on the resi- dent population at Huronview. Since the first of this year there has been a steady decline in the number of residents at Huronview. While there is a concerted effort to admit more frail elderly and maintain the normal level, it has not been possible. Huronview is now home for approximately 253 people. With the declining number of residents, it only follows that the revenue from the residents also declines. With fewer residents there is not the need for as many staff to pro- vide the same quality of care. The staff com- pliment has been re -aligned to accommodate the present number of residents in accor- dance with the Ministry of Community and Social Services guidelines. Robert M. Bell, Warden, County of Huron. Canadians looking for honesty To The Editor: is a country worth fighting for. Politicians An interesting footnote to Mr. Mulroney's who lie about their true intentions before visit to our area recently was what happen- elections, like cowards who anonymously ed at the end of my lane. smash signs and mailboxes, cannot be Some weeks ago I put up a sign which says respected. Neither should they be feared. on one side "CANADA -Don't trade it away" I hope what happened at the end off my and on the other "Let Canadians Decide". It lane is not an example of how supporters of expresses my concerns about the Mulroney the Mulroney Trade Deal intend to behave Trade Deal and my belief that Canadians during the election. If they do stoop to in - should have a chance to vote on the issue. timidation they will be surprised to find that The sign stood peacefully at the end of my ordinary Canadians are looking for honesty lane until the night before the PM's visit and integrity, not violence. when some enterprising person, perhaps Yours sincerely, emboldened by Mr. Mulroney's visit, got up Tony McQuail the courage to pull it up, tear it to bits and smash the stake against our mail box. Indebted to war amps The symbolism of this act of anonymous violence was too great to let pass. Mr. Crosbie is forever talking about the "irra- tionality" of those who disagree with the To the Editor, Mulroney Trade Deal. Unfortunately it ap- The efforts of many of our supportive and pears that those who support it will resort to public programs largely go unnoticed until violent intimidation. They are prepared to one of those has to play a part in our lives. tear up and trample the request that or- One of those non-government assisted pro- dinary Canadians have a vote on a deal that grams played a significant role recently that will profoundly effect our country. In the afforded me great pleasure. The reference is process they ar"e prepared to damage Cana- to our War Amputees of Canada' to whom we duan institutions, in this case symbolized by are annually indebted for their service of pro - my smashed mailbox. clueing our Key -Tags. I am not amused or intimidated. Canada Turn to page 4 ° for return of keys The Great One heads to California Is "'Che Ureat One" packing his bags? I don't know if anything will come of it, but there has been talk of trading Wayne Gretzky to the Los Angeles Kings, and even as 1 sit and write this column Edmon- ton Oilers owner Peter Pocklington is talk- ing turkey with the Kings organization. It seems hard to believe that the Oilers would be willing to trade away a player who has been such a key to making their champion club what it is today, but not when you look at what the Kings put on the table in exchange. For the privilege of hav- ing 99 on their team they are bartering with about $20,000,000, a handful of -first round draft choices, and some of their own proven talent such as Jimmy Carson and/or Luke Robitatlle. Provided what is obtained in the trade goes to benefit the Oilers rather than thicken the Pocklington pocketbook, you can't deny it would be a great move for the Oilers, who would no doubt benefit in years to come as all their newly developed young talent starts to pay dividends. It wouldn't be as great a move for the Kings. They would sell a lot more seats in MY TWO BITS by Neil Corbett the Forum with the NHL's biggest ticket winner, but I don't know how much dif- ference Gretzky alone would make in their play. Great wingers must have had something to do with his great play with the Oilers, and without a talented team to support him I doubt Gretzky will be the threat he was. Talk of Gretzky carrying the California club through the playoffs is pretty unrealistic, and the phrases like "...make the Kings immediate contenders..." that we've -been hearing in the media are op- timistic exaggerations. He'll have trouble even keeping in the scoring race -as anyone would with the Kings. In a short time Gretsky will be put out to pasture, so wilLthe-Kings really be getting a good value for their.money and the talent they would be giving away? But Gretzky would get a good deal out of the trade from the looks of it. He'll get to spend more time with his new wife Janet Jones which will surely keep him happy - he is negotiating for attendance incen- tives, and even a 10 per cent share of the Kings club. The only way Gretzky would be hurt by the trade is by the calibre of the players he is going to have to work with after playing with all the Oilers' stars. If he wants to learn humiliation he should do it right and play for the Leafs. They could trade Salm- ing for him -he'll be playing forever. The Oilers will be needing to rebuild, the Kings need something to get fans in- terested in hockey, and Mr. and Mrs. Gret- zky need to start a family, so I don't doubt this deal will be made. All that remains to be seen is who gets what and who doesn't. Fire takes three Hensall businesses AUGUST 10, 1... The long drought was broken on Friday night last by a terrific thunder storm. About nine o'clock the clouds, which had been threatening for some time, burst, and rain came pouring down about as thick and fast as it could come, and in a short time the sides of the streets were filled with water. The rain continued to fall for about three hours, and it was accompanied by loud peals of thunder and most vivid flashes of lightn- ing. In fact the heavens seemed to be one mass of flame. It is said to be the most severe storm we have had in these parts for several years. The case of Duncan McBride, of Metcalfe, recently tried for an offence against the Scott Act, has had a singular termination. When McBride was tried sometime ago in Strathroy before Police Magistrate Noble oneof the witnesses was a man named Barnes. When Barnes was called, however, he swore that. he did not get any liquour from McBride. The case was enlarged, and Barnes and McBride drove home together. They had a keg of beer in the wagon, and on the way the vehicle .upset. Barnes was thrown out and the keg fell on him with fatal results. McBride was so affected by Barnes' death that he came in and pleaded guilty. He was given time to pay his fine, but neglected to do so, and was lodged in gaol to serve a two month term for his offence. During the storm the lightning played some queer pranks in the office of Mr. Strong in this town. It evidently entered the front door, tearing the casing and makng two small holes through the brick wall over the door. The plaster was also knocked off the wall both in front and rear of the building, and splinters were taken out of the floor. The lightning seemed to escape PIRIMMIERIMMESNENMEMIEMIMIIIIIMENft IN THE YEARS ALONE from the Archives through the side window, breaking a large pane of glass and' knocking a hole in the brick wall above the window about large enough for a man to crawl through. Had Mr. Strong not been a good citizen and an in- surance agent, it is possible the building might have been destroyed. Mr. John S. Porter has procured a nice, new hearse, and has opened out in the undertaking business. Cheap excursions are advertised for the civic holiday, August 16. Tickets good to return on Saturday will be issued to Toronto for $1.75, and to Sarnia for $1.50. AUGUST 15,1913 The fine brick block composed of three stores, on Main Street Hensall, belonging to Robert Bell of Seaforth, was badly damaged by fire on Monday evening last. The fire was noticed about six o'clock in the evening. It had evidently started in the jewelry store of Mr. F. C. McDonnell. Monday being civic holiday the store had been closed and the fire had no doubt been smouldering for some time, as the flames seemed to burst out all over the premises and the fire had obtained such headway that little could be done to save the contents. The fire soon com- municated to the store of Mr. McLean and it too was destroyed. The third store was that occupied by Mr. George Scots as a grocery and telephone office. Fortunately there was a solid brick wall between the other stores and this one and to this fact is, no doubt due the saving of this store with comparatively little damage. AUGUST 12, 1938 The district experienced its worst storm of some years Wednesday evening when a 50 mile wind cut a path across Tuckersmith and McKillop, leaving a trail of uprooted trees and wrecked buildings. The wind was accompanied by a torrential downpour of rain, over an inch falling during the evening. The St. Columban Squirts defeated Seaforth Beavers 1-0 before a fair crowd in the final game of the southern group of the H.F.L. at St. Columban Wednesday evening. Mr. W.C. Barber has completed negotia- tions whereby he takes over the equipment of the existing Seaforth dairies as of October 1. L.W. Guy's great pacer, May Grattan, won two seconds and a third in the 2.28 class at Arthur on Wednesday last, against a classy field that stepped the heats in 2.15, 2.17, and 2.151/2. AUGUST 15,1963 Lorne MacDonald this week opens a new retail store in Seaforth. Mr. MacDonald began his career in the shoe business in 1920. During recent years he has represented a leading manufacturer across Southwestern Ontario: An expansion program now underway at the Huron Canadian Fabricators plant on Market Street may result in serious noise problems council learned Monday night, as Turn to page 16 b 1