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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1989-01-25, Page 1010A — THE HURON EXPOSITOR, JANUARY 25, t989® CA BACK WM holds study on South Africa the Preamble for the Freedom Charter adopted in 1955. The first settlers in South Africa were the Khoi-San, who were there thousands of years before the birth of Christ. They were a peaceful, sharing people, with no govern- ment beyond their local tribe. Eventually they separated or were joined by other tribes from farther north. The Khoisan were hunters and gatherers, and the Khoi- [Choi who moved farther south and west became farmers. Later there were miners and Iron -age dark-skinned pottery and toolmakers. Eventually, especially during times of drought, strife occurred between the different chiefdoms as they sought land and food, and trade with European coun- tries. It was at such a time that the Dutch East India Company created the first Euro- pean settlement at Cape of Good Hope in 1652. They looked on the native people, not as part of civilization, but as a sub -species of humanity, and accused them of preventing the spread of "civilization". Peggy Kerslake gave the topic, reading parts of a report from an African mis- sionary, also a column on New Year's Resolutions by Helen Barker. PERSONALS Bob and Ruth Laing returned home Mon- day night after holidaying for two weeks in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. NsR BLACK Why wait for your tax refund when you could Set Cash Back fast? if you qualify and are eligible for a Federal refund of $200 or more, you can get a cheque for 85% of the first $300 of your Federal tax refund and 95% of the rest. Plus your Federal tax return will be accurately prepared at no extra charge. So why wait for the refund cheque to arrive by mail? Ask about Cash Back at H&R Block, and get your refund fast. Available at these H&R Block Offices GADERICH 53A Victoria St. 524-8658 CLINTON 5 Ontario St. 482-7541 KINCARDINE 325 Lambton Ct. 396-7088 WINGHAIII 317 Josephine St. 357-3006 OPTIMIST "CHEFS" Paul Gridzak, Mel Cooper, and Wayne Scott fed the crowds of hockey players and fans at the Seaforth Optimist Atom Hockey tournament. Corbett photo. Um Life Assurance Company of Canada LIFE 8 MORTGAGE INSURANCE PLANS DEFERRED ANNUITIES, INCOME TAX DEDUCTIBLE RRSP RRIF'S NONSMOKERS RATE AVAILABLE Rep, ARNOLD STBNNr55EN 117 Goderich St. East. Seaforth Tel. 527-0410._.. Stella Correspondent MRS. JOHN TE114PLELifAN 345-2346 The president, Hazel Harburn, opened the January meeting of the Marian Ritchie Women's Missionary t:ociety on Tuesday afternoon with a poem Thank God for Friendship. Lillian Douglas led in the worship service using Psalms 55 for scripture, and for the meditation, reading an article from Zim- babwe from a Fellowship of the Least Coin pamphlet. For the roll call, 11 members paid the 25 cents membership fee and told or showed what they were making for the fall bazaar. Alice Gardiner read the minutes of the November meeting. During the business, plans were made for the February 5 church service which is in charge of the Marian Rit- chie W.M.S. One dollar per member was col- lected to be sent to Toronto to help with the travel expenses of the ladies from the western provinces who wish to attend the 75th anniversary celebration in London in May. The new study book, South Africa's Mo- ment of Truth was introduced by Ruth La- ing. She read Psalms as, it was written by the vice-president of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Namibia for them, also Walton Institute members show hobbies meal. The spring 4-IIto bring one large dessert or two small Project, "Working with desserts. There will not be a February Wool" will have leaders attending training meeting. school. Ruth Axtman reported there would be a club for Walton and area and one in and Margaret A�ctivitiees, took over the rest of or Education McKillop. the meeting when she read a few helpful The February birthday party at Callender hints and current events. Marjory Hum - Nursing Home in Bruecpls will be put on by phries showed the new garbage bag Walton W.I. on Wednesday, February 22. A available that disintegrates, then Helen committee was chosen to prepare for a pro- Craig conducted a quiz on rec c gram and help with lunch. y Margaret read several interesting- i on Leona McDonald reported on a district ex- Free Trade. There was quite a variety of ecutive meeting she attended recently. The Hobbies shown - such as knitting of afghans, District is planning for a bus trip in June to sweaters and socks, crocheting, and tour the Erland Lee Home and the Adelaide ceramics. One member took on writing let- Hoodless Homestead. Anyone wishing to go ters as a hobby to friends and relatives in are to have their names in by February. other countries. After much discussion it was decided to The meeting closed with dessert and tea have a Dessert Euchre on February 10 at 7 served by Margaret Shortreed and Viola p.m. Admission will be $3. Each member is Kirkby. Fight tables in ploy at K of C hall euchre Friday three way tie, went to Leon Maloney and the Jerome and Theresa Kelly of Mitchell and door prize winner was Russel Smith. Clarence and Cecilia Ryan were guests with . The next game will be Friday, January 27. Alphonse and Annie Cronin on Saturday at 8 p.m. sharp in the K of C Hall, St. Colum- evening for a game of euchre. ban. Lunch is provided and everyone is welcome. PEOPLE Gordon and Kate Moylan and Angus of St. Mary's visited on Sunday with Mary Moylan. sN��ue�caix OPTIMUM MINERAL CHOICE FOR NUTRITION YOU -CAN RECEIVE FREE MINERAL! Walton Correspondent MRS. BETTY McCALL 887-6677 It was a variety of hobbies shown by the members of the Walton Women's Institute for the roll call at their January meeting Wednesday evening. Marion Godkin opened with the Institute Ode, Mary Stewart Collect repeated in unison followed by 0 Canada. She then read a poem, "Just a Houswife". Marjory Hum- phries read minutes and a thank you card from Arnie Reid for gifts she received at the December meeting. In the correspondence a letter was read and donations made to dif- ferent organizations. It was reported the noon luncheon of that day was quite suc- cessful with over 70 people enjoying a beef 4 en` GEfR E E ONF �� O Due to the increased cost of DICAR. �` '� our prices asl going mupineral after this sale. Purchase your minetal today! �� Beat the Increase! and Save! �.� �j� TO SERVE YOU BETTER IN G� WALTON, CALL OUR NEW `� TOLL FREE NUMBER 1-800-265-9685. DAUPHIN FEED& SUPPLY LTD. DUNGANNON 529-7951 • 529-3133 WALTON 887-6023 • 1-800-265-9685 Now - DOES THIS WORK AGAIN? IT'S EASY! •Do you have papers that have to be in Toronto today? •Ever faced with deadlines? MEET THEM WITH FAX Instant Document Transmission The Huron Expositor has a FAX machine in our office that lets ypu contact any other Fax machine in the world .. instantly. The Expositor offers you se ice of the FAX for $4.00 for the first printed sheet and $1.00 or each additional sheet. Our FAX number is also your number so 1f you want to be reached instantly — we will" receive your messages for $1.00 per sheet. AHuron otl827-0240�XQS1tOxr deais 527.0240 St. Columba]] Correspondent MRS. CECELIA RYAN 345-2028 Janine Louise Fischer, infant daughter of Laurie and Colleen (Murray) Fischer, was baptized on Sunday, January 15 at St. Col- umban Catholic Church by Father Stapleton. Janine's godparents are Brian and Wendy Murray. Guests attending the baptismal ceremony and later with Laurie, Colleen and Derek at their home were Ralph and Joyce Fischer, Frank and Marion Murray, Brian and Wen- Dorothy's brother Maruice Dillon of St. dy Murray, Jason, Kara and Katie, Father Catherine's was with her for the weekend. Stapleton and Father Joe Hardy. Paula Robson and Charlene Delaney flew K OF C EUCHRE out on Saturday for a holiday in Florida. Eight tables were in play on Friday even- Charlene is the owner of New Wave Beauty Ing at the Knights of Columbus euchre game The Dublin community is pleased to have Salon and Paula is one of her employees. No in the K of C Hall, St. Columban. Dorothy Dillon out and around again after a doubt they will have an enjoyable holiday in Prize winners for the most games were: very lengthy ilness. Dorothy is now at her the sunny south. ladies, Mrs. Tim Nicholson of Kennicott; home in Dublin and is wished continued Sun- With Millie Evans on Sunday were Morrie men, Elmer Feeney; most lone hands, a provement in her health condition. Waste Louise Ryan of Kitchener, Pat, Carrie, Ryan, Jeff and Nathan Subject of Kitchener, John and Mary Jo Nelson of Lucknow and Deb Core of Seaforth visited on Sunday with Clarence and Cecilia Ryan. Dublin community pleased about resident Dublin Correspondent MRS. DONNACRAE' 345-2842 or 345-2140 • from page 1 markets," Miss Richter said following the meeting. Another difficulty, she added, is that the Blue Box programs for recycling are real- ly geared towards areas where there is regular garbage collection. This is not always the case in the rural areas of the county. There is currently a commitee looking into the feasibility of recycling in the area. They are known as the Huron -Perth Recycling Board. This board is looking into a joint recycl- ing depot for the two counties, which would help with quickening the gathering of recyclable materials, and cut back the costs of processing the materials. Additional ways of reducing wastes, Mr. Merrell explained, may include the com- posting of home waste and leaves, and pro- per purchasing decisions made by local residents, "The individual's options to reduce waste will make a big impact," he said. Evaluation Questionnaire Choices have to be made regarding the sh locations of a new site or sites, as well as he the different types of waste management sh systems, Mr. Davidson explained. in While there are many technological questions, he added, the opinions of the ne residents of Huron County are wanted. For this reason, an evaluation criteria ques- h tionnaire was prepared prior to the th meeting. Regarding the choices to be made, the ttn questionnaire read, "It is very important that these decisions be based on the values held by the community as a whole, as well or as on technical information. This question- naire asks about the values you hold with regard to ensuring that various aim- ee ponents of the environment are protected from potential impacts of a waste manage- inment system." The questionnaire, Mr. Davidson added, deals with seven components they feel peo- ple are concerned with. They are: public the and health safety, social environment, pe natural environment, resource use, com- r,.,• , ding waste management and the environment. She noted that in the county they are cur- rently in the pre -decision stage, where all the information is being evaluated. This stage is required under the environmental assessement process. Once work progresses further in Huron County, an environmental study will be submitted to the MOE for review, and it will then go to a government review team. "They address the quality of the docu- ment, and see if it meets the requirements of the act." This assessment study, she added, will be published once the review is complete, to allow for public viewing. Round -Up 1 Prior to the question and answer period, Miss Richter took the floor again to solicit further public input. She stated that as the waste manage- ment co-ordinators, they will be responsi- ble for all aspects of the study, but at the same time, "We're putting a great deal of emphasis on public input." Furthermore, Miss Richter stated that e feels the residents of the county do ve much information to provide, and ould therefore have their say. "Public put is critical in providing a plan that meets the needs of the residents of Huron unty," she said. For those wishing to keep in touch with ow the plan is progressing, she reminded em to sign a comment sheet on hand, or watch the local papers for news. She added t copies of all reports are available for oan at town and village libraries. • "Finally, again, I'm asking your group organization to become involved. "Fill out the questionnaire, attend public meetings; make sure all your ideas and ncerns are addressed to us. "Our decisions will affect every resident the county." Questions and Answers Following the presentations, the meeting was opened up for questions from floor. The first involved money, as a rson wanted to know the cost, at this Yt to th, munity economic environment, technical considerations, and archaeological and first heritage resources. The questionnaire asks those answering MOE to scale their answers on the various ques- A tions from not important, to very impor- fo As well, a question regarding tax in- creases to meet these values was included. H "We're interested in your comments; now and later in the program" Mr: David- toe son told the gathered crowd. East - In conclusion, he again stressed that the values of the people are very important to does those preparing the plan. EnvironmentalAssessaaent Cathy Giesbrecht discussed some of the a Miss Richter stated the budget for the stage is $68,000, and she quickl inted out, "I should also mention, the funds 50 per cent of this project. question that was asked in various owns a number of times involved othe municipalises dumping their garbage in Blur County. Do we have any say if Wingharn starts dump into our lot?" one questioner from Wawanosh asked. M. Merrall explained that the MOF E have the final say. "Yes, he minister) can order you to take so- e's garbage. There is that ultimate order would a municipality be forced to take garbage. He added that in the future, it won't make sense to have 17 landfill sites, but one or a few that will be shared on the county level. At this point, a member of the audience noted that the municipality who gets stuck taking the garbage won't be overly happy. Phil Bye from the Owen Sound office of the MOE then joined the conversation, and stated forte that a ministerial order to foe a site to take someone else's garbage had never been invoked in this area. He added that the management of the sites is up to the county, not to the ministry. The decision, ultimately, to who gets the garbage...that's what this study is about." The study will allow peo- ple to have their say on such subjects as placements of sites, he said. - While the county will be looking to do its part in cutting back on the garbage pro- blem through the study, one area resident wanted to know if the government is doing anything about putting pressure on com- panies ornpanies who are selling such items as unrecyclable cans, or goods packaged in styrofoam. Cathy Giesbrecht explained the ministry is working towards encouraging industries to do their part for the effort. As an exam- ple, she listed a few pop companies who had been charged for not having enough recyclable bottles on store shelves. "They're (government) working at it, but it's a slow process," she said. When the question of what the cost is currently to maintain the 17 sites, Mr. MacMillan pointed out it's not the operating costs they are concerned about, but the replacement costs. Former Blyth Councillor Bill Howson then wanted to know, if one big site was set up in the county, whether Blyth would be forced to use that site, and if not, whether they would have to pay taxes on it anyways. Mr. Merrell explained there are a number of waysto fund sites, including taxes, and tipping fees based on the amount of garbage brought in. On the question of mandatory usage, Mr.n tt Merrell said, "The county caforce you, Y the minister can. But if it is a good site, I can't see you being made to change. I have a hard time seeing the county forcing you to use it." r Future Meeting One more meeting will be held On this first stage of the plan. It will be held in the Hensall Arena on January 30. Aside from this meeting, though, Miss Richter said she would be happy to ar- range small workshops on the plan for area groups. The committee is planning to have the first stage report ready for presentation to Huron County Council in April. Work on Stage 2a will then begin jn ,May. government rules and regulations regar- utli0rtty. e Mr. MacMillan agreed that only under