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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1983-05-25, Page 121 4,12 - THE HURON EXPOSITOR, MAY 25, 1 3 !Brusseis Post Refugee tells of life in Vietnam and camps Correspondent JEAN BEWLEY 887-9047 BOAT PEOPLE THANK CANADA What do you do When the new government of your country names you a criminal because you have been teach- ing according to the curricu- lum set out for you? That was the question for Hiep Nguyen and her teaching colleagues. Heip had more problems than most as her father had been an official in the former Ministry of Education. Her experiences in ' Viet- nam and Canada were related at a Women's Institute meet- ing at the Brussels public school last week. Everyone connected with former officials were highly BERG j Sales -Service Installation FREE ESTIMATES Donald G. Ives 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 • Barn Cleaners • Bunk Feeders • Stabling 1 R.R. 012, Blyth Phone: Brussels 887-9024 suspect. Young people were to be re-educated along Marxist lines. Hiep was a French teacher in Saigon with a degree from the University of Saigon. In Ontario, her degree was unacceptable so she took extension courses and a year at Western to obtain stand- ing, She has been working as a liaison between boat child- ren in Huron County and their teachers. Hiep plans on ob- taining both her Master's and Ph D in French and will teach French in Robertson Memorial Public School, Goderich starting in Septem- ber. At one point before they left Vietnam, Hiep's husband was jailed. The family had to take his meals to him every day as there was no provision . for feeding prisoners. If you are caught trying to escape you may be jailed for life or killed. If a house is left vacant for more than two or three DISC JOCKEY STEVENS Country Gold & ROCK 'N' ROLL Good recorded music for weddings, dances, anniversaries, parties. etc. 5 years experience Phone Brussels (daytime or evenings) 887-6159 THE HURON EXPOSITOR PHONE 527-0240 - SEA RTH i Ship your Livestock WITH i Art Heffron Blyth 1 i SHIPPER FOR UNITED CO-OPERATIVES OF ONTARIO »�, k° 1";',.;pt'. Livestock Marketing Division Ontario Stockyards, Toronto 1 •r. PHONE BY 8 A.M. 1 1 523-4221 THE BRUSSELS Recreation, Parks and Community Centre Board would like to Hire 2 Students to operate the wading pool, crafts and arts. story time for children for the summer months. Applications should be submitted by June 13 to: KAREN HASTINGS Box 222, Brussels, Ontario days, it is confiscated. Once a family sets out in the small boats they have 'burned all their bridges'. The only way to get out of the country is buy your way with gold - if you do not have gold, you stay. Hiep was more fortunate than some as she and her family spent only three days packed in a very small boat sailing to Malaysia. Many boats were stopped by pi- rates, robbed and the women raped. Many spent two or three weeks drifting at the mercy of the storms of the China Sea. Hiep showed a film entitled "Aspirins, Bandaids and Good Intentions", which showed life in a huge refugee camp on an island in the China Sea. The island would ordinarily support 5,000 people but as a refugee camp there were close to 40,000 living there. Countries from around the world have accepted many,of these people. Australia was commended for its policies. The U.S. was criticized as their criteria for immigration seemed higher and took long- er. Malaysia is worried that other countries will take all the best immigrants and they will be left with those unable to fend for themselves. Hiep was wearing a tradi- tional costume sent to her by her mother who is still living in Saigon. Letters take up to three months to come and are heavily censored. Hiep,, her husband and two sons thank Canada, and the Varna -Goshen churches for sponsoring them and giving them a new chance. LAOTIAN FAMILY SUCCESSFUL The Suvit Larprom family, Laos, were sponsored by Brussels churches and are. living on a farm near Brus- sels. Mrs. Larprom, who was a nurse in Laos is now working in Listowel Hospital in the dietary department. Suvit, who was a government official is now working as a farm helper for Neil Hem- ingway, R. 3. Brussels. Their five children attend Brussels Public School. Mrs. Larprom's sister is still in Thailand with five children waiting to attain passage to Australia where her husband and two other Please turn to page 13 1960's Prices May 30 - June 5 One week only. OLYMPIA RESTAURANT Brussels BREAKFASTS Eggs with Ham or Bacon 2 Eggs Cheese Omelet Western Omelet Pancakes Pancakes with Ham or Bacod Toast COFFEE EXTRA 7 NO BREAKFAST AFTER 11:00 A.M. LUNCHES Hamburger Cheeseburger Grilled Cheese Hot Dog Western Egg Salad Bacon and Tomato Club House Chicken Salad French Fries Egg Sandwich Soup BEVERAGES Coffee Tea Pop Milk Shakes Milk Chocolate Milk Tomato Juice Orange Juice ENTREES ,69' . Fried Chicken ,7g Liver and Onions .59 Fish and Chips .39 o Spaghetti with Sauce .g9 Breaded Shrimps ,gg Hot Hamburger ,gg Hot Beet 1,79 Rib -Eye Steak ,gg Pork Cutlet ,59 Chopped Sirloin .4g Wing or T -Bone Steak 50 with mushrooms) Veal Cutlet .20 .20 .39 .79 44 .44 .25 SPECIAL SATURDAY AND SUNDAY ONLY Roast Chicken Dinner DESSERTS Alt Pies Sundaes Small Large 1.29 .99 1.19 1.19 .99 1,29 .15 1.79 1.79 .79 .99 3.75 1.79 2.15 2.89 1.99 1.99 3.89 1 75 1.99 00 55 70 Mothers RELATES EXPERIENCES -Vietnamese refugee, Hlep Nguyen, told Walton W.I. members, of her experience In her home country and refugee camps. She was Introduced by Marjorie Huether, background. (Wassink photo) Day theme of WMS Correspondent MRS.,MAC ENGEL 887-6645 Mr. and Mrs. Louis Zim- mer, Cleveland, visited with their cousin, Mrs. Ida Gord- on. Will Perrie, Colarado, spent a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John A. Perrie. Howard Mitchell and his grandson, Thorold, spent a tew days at his home after being away for the winter. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith, Baden, visited Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Engel and family Friday evening. The May. meeting of the W.M.S. was held on May 18 at the home of Mrs. Wilfred Strickler. Mrs. Mac Engel was leader for the Mother's Day meeting reading "A Mother's Love' . Mrs. Engel read a meditation and a poem "A Martha Praver''. CHICKEN BBQ Sponsored by Brussels Minor Sports Sunday, June 5 5-7 p.m. BRUSSELS COMMUNITY CENTRE Adults -$5.00 Kids 12 & Under - $2.50 Tickets available from Minor Sports Executive, Coaches, Lowe's Barber Shop, Clarkson's Discount J.R.'s Shake Shoppe ETHEL UNITED CHURCH Anniversary Service SUNDAY, MAY29 2:00 p.m. GUEST SPEAKER: MR. DONALD VAIR Pastor of Westfield Church Special music by Mr. and Mrs. D. Vair Lunch following service, NOTE TIME 1 ANNUAL MEETING Wingham & District Hospital Corporation N,btice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of the Wingham and District Hospital Corporation will be held at the Nursing Assistant Training Centre, Catherine St., Wingham, Ontario on Thursday June 16, 1983 at the hour of eight o'clock p.m. for the reception and consideration of Annual Reports, for the consideration and confirmation of new Admini- strative and Medical Staff Bylaws, for the election of Governors, for the appointment of Auditors, and for the transaction of such other things as may properly come before the meeting. Copies of the proposed new Bylaws may be examined in the office of the Executive Director of the Wingham and District Hospital prior to three o'clock p.m., Thursday, June 16, 1983. Memberships granting voting privileges may be purchased at the front desk of the hospital for one dollar ($1.00) prior to five o'clock p.m. June I . I983. No membership sold after that time, on that date, will entitle the purchaser to a vote. DATED at Wingham, Ontario this sixteenth day of May, 1983. By order of the Board of Governors. N.M. HAYES Secretary i, An invitation to Cromarty on June 28 was read. Mrs. Jim Hart presided for a brief meeting of the Ladies Aid when several things relating to the garage sale on June 8 were planned. All interested are reminded that donations are welcome and may be left at the Community Centre the day previous. Schneiders 500 gr. Mini Sizzlers 2.19 Ricks Assorted Relishes 375 ml Chapman's 2 litres ICE CREAM 1.65 Ole South 12 oz. Limit 4 Brussels may get JuniorD hockey team Brussels should know this week whether Junior "D" hockey will be played at the Brussels. Morris and Grey community centre this winter. Most of the approximately 50 people at a recent public meeting supported the organi- zation of a junior hockey team. Jerry Wheeler, who was appointed chairman, will organize an executive for the first year. if support is received from the north or south junior hockey league and the Ontario Hockey Association. "Can we, do we, can we afford and do we have enough players to support a junior team in Brussels?" asked Mr. Wheeler, Brussels players, eligible to play at the junior level are now playing for Wingham, Howick and Seaforth teams. Several Brussels players have been ap- proached and have said they would return to their home town if a team is formed. "We can draw players within a 25 -mile radius. We can get enough players so it doesn't look too bad for this year." The age level is from 16 to 21. Asked by Max Demaray if players must be released by the team they are presently on, if they choose to transfer to Brussels, Mr. Wheeler said no. A player must choose if he wishes to play junior hockey in his home town during the first year of the team. There was a concern about a low player turnout. A junior player on the Howick team said 76 tried out for the 25 -man squad. "We can draw from Howick. Obviously 76 players didn't all make the team." said Jerry Dillow, "Can you make up a good team with only Brussels players?" asked Al Ten Pas. To maintain a high calibre, "we don't want a mediocre team if we can only choose from 30 players." "We would go with the best team available," said Mr. Dillow. "We would pick the best 25 players to make a team." A junior team has been in the talking stages for two months. An April 15 deadline to enter a team has passed. Obitkwy Now as a late entry, team organizers must make a presentation to leagues north and south of Brussels. They hope one of the two leagues will accept a new entry. "There is a good possibiiility we will be accepted by the north which consists of six teams,' said Mr. Wheeler. Estimated cost of organizing the team is $17,000. A major expenditure is $9,450 for helmets, pants, sticks and sweaters. Home ice time will cost 53,400, practice time: 51,500. Away ga(rtes could cost 52,100 for 12 games. Income was estimated at 56,000. Included is a player performance bond which would be returned at season's end, of 51,250 (550 each); 5900 if players pay half the cost of sticks; gate,receipts of 51.800 per year, if 75 fans attend each game; receipts from 50-50 draws and a hospitality room. "To get rolling, we need 59,000 for equipment'," said Mr. Dillow. "Service clubs and individuals have shown an interest in financial assistance." Expens s of other clubs were compared. Howick had a first year expenditure of 520,000 and 515.000 the following year; Wingham spent 517,000 and Clinton, 530.000. "Their's is high because of transportation costs. We're lucky because we have a Booster Bus," Mr. Wheeler said. "1 thin it's time we made a move. We should get a team, choose an executive and go right ahead with it," said Wayne Lowe. "1'm sure we can get the players. Money is only a small thing: We can get it." "There has always been a great enthusi- asm in th's town", said Mr. Ten Pas. "I see no reason why a junior team can't go." The pr¢blem of raising $250 entry fee was averted When Mr. Lowe offered his 5300 Brussels,Morris and Grey recreation salary. "I'11 put it up and 1 don't even .have a kid playing hbckey. . "The next thing is to get accepted," said Mr. Wheeler. ANNIE ELIZABETH JOHNSTON The last surviving member of the family of Donald MacDonald, Annie Elizabeth Johnston, of R.R. 2 Bluevale, died Sunday, May 8, at Wingham and District in her 92nd year. Orange Juice •99 or Grapefruit Juice York 8 oz. Assorted Meat Pies Chefs Choice 19 oz. Canned Tomatoes . 79 . 59 E.D. Smith 11 oz. Ketchup .69 ABC 6 litre Soap 2.99 STEPHENSON'S GARDEN CENTRE will be open Sun. May 29, 12-6 p.m. STEPHENSON GROCETERIA Brussels SELF -SERVE - OPEN 6 DAYS 887-9226 The former Annie Eliza- beth MacDonald. she was predeceased by her father, her mother, the former Sarah MacAdam, three brothers, one sister and two (calf sisters. Her husband. Wil- liam Alexander (Sandy) Jthn- ston, predeceased her in 1958. Mrs. Johnston was born in Grey Township. She is survived by one is the five - in- one outdoor cooker! Smoke. • Roast • Steam • Barbeque • Shish Kabob The small size is perfect for picnics or camping because it's portable and the large size is ideal for outdoor cooking at home. ON SALE NOW! Small $2500 Now Only Large $5500 Now Only Reg. 5110.00 Reg. $49.95 Also on Sale til June 18th SUI'JBEAIVI GAS BARBECUES $14995 [462 sq. In.] SHEPHERD GAS BARBECUES:19999 [359 sq. In.] Only Home nilHardware Tutnberry St., BRUSSELS 887-6525 • Seniors elect Brussels senior citi ens held their May meeting in the Legion Hall. The new officers fo the coming term were na ed. Mr. Martin will be acti g as president for another rm. The fall rally will be held at Seaforth on Oct. 5'.,A gen well card was signed by the members for Ann Thynne, a patient in Wingham Hospital. Mr. and Mrs. Alf Sutton daughter, Wilma, Mrs. Ross Higgins, R.R. 5, Brussels, one son, John of RR2, Blue - vale, and four grandchildren. The late Mrs. Johnston rested at the Brussels Chapel of M.L. Watts Funeral Homes where complete fun- eral and committal service was held May 10 at 3:30. Interment followed in Brus- sels Cemetery. officers and Mrs. Godden of Ethel led in some old favourite tunes. Fred Thuell played three numbers on the violin. Euchre followed with five tables playing. Prizes as follows: high lady -Annie Engel, low lady -Jennie Turn- bull, high gent -Wilbur Turn- bul), low gent. Fred Thuell, most ones on card -Ed Martin. most "0" Mrs. Workman. 4 _,._, _, _, _, _, _, _,-, _,-, _, ,t H & N DAIRY SYSTEMS LTD. 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