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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1966-12-08, Page 2• To06 y Speaking Thedrawing to a close of another Year brings recollections of meetings at, tended during past months and renders particularly pertinent the comment of the Wingham Advance Times on the subject: That paper not only is somewhat critical of the problems inherent in a to many meetings but what is more to the point Suggests a practical answer. "One of the occupational hazardi of the newspaper business lies in the hun- dreds, even thousands of public and board meetings •one must attend in the passing years;" the Wingham paper says and goes on in these words: "As dedicated champions of democ- racy we are firm believers in the right of every authorized individual to say his piece—but how we wish a few more speakers would learn to get to the point express their views and then let the other fellow do the same without inter- ruption. "The average board or council meet- ing usually takes up to four times as long as necessary to attend to the busi- ness at hand. Not only are the board members responsible for wasting time, but in many cases the chairmen who preside over such gatherings lack the determination to control the discussions and insist that they be confined to the Too Long. questions before the house.' "These remarks are not intended as pure criticism, for we have the highest respect for any person who is willing to, serve in public office, despite Ms shortcomings as a speaker. But we would like to suggest that it is time to provide a source of training for those who would serve the public. "We• believe that a very interesting and beneficial night class subject, to be taught in our high school, would be a course in parliamentary procedure. If the ,fundamentals • .of parliamentary privileges and debate were better un- deratood endless `hours of time might be saved for other useful purposes and, even more important, it might not be quite so hard to find worthy board and council members if the meetings ended at a reasonable hour so that a man might have an hour or so with his fam- ily before, tumbling into bed. "The worst offender in the contem- plation and discussion of civic affairs is the man who fails to listen carefully to the question when it is outlined by the chairman and who invariably tries to forward his opinions -before they have completely taken form in his own mind. The result is a conglomera- tion of talk. It's T13 Christmas Seal Time • Christmas Seals from the -Huron TB Associationhave been coming our way for quite some years. When they turn up in the mail there are those who won- - der 'how long they will be needed, in other words, how long will tuberculosis last? For a, start, how long will it last in Canada? Nobody can answer that question. The fact_ is, however, that TB • is by no ' means conquered as too many of us perhaps believed. On the contrary, new cases each year are counted by the thousands. Too many ex -patients are not con- vinced that they must take all the pills prescribed by the doctor. Too many stop treatment too spon. Too many are too late coming for diagnosis in the first place and have infected others while becorrling more seriously ill them- selves. • Plainly, we „should stop congratulat- ing ourselves on the fact that the death rate from tuberculosis is dropping and that fewer, sanatorium beds are .need- ed and ask ourselves if something can - .not be done to accelerate the drop in the number of new cases of tuberculosis. There are things which the indi- vidual can do to help prevent tuber- culosis—such as seeing that the mem- bers of one's own household are well nourished, get, a reasonable amount of rest, have periodic'tuberculin tests, and so on. But where each of us can contribute most, perhaps, is by giving our finan- • cial support by buying Christmas Seals, It's up to us. Sugar and Spice — By Bill Smiley. rooms, waititig,for them, than I did on our transcontinential trip by plane, train and car. Now, if Pd been taking my •wife and/or daughter with me. last week . end, it . would have been about as simple as setting tip the United Nations. Write and reserve a hotel room. Write and_ . get_. tickets for a show or concert. Make elaborate plans for 'meeting each other for lunch • in the city, after our chores were done. But this time it was differ- ent. I tossed a pair of socks and an extra shirt in a bag, and took off with a light heart, but a sober face. The sober face is essential. Everytime, I get away from her for a day, my wife fears that Ism going on some Bacchanalian binge. As a result, I have to lay the groundwork. Serious talk about business conferences, seeing a lawyer, maybe taking in a good show, and getting ° a good night's sleep in a good, con- servative hotel. "Good?' is the key word. And, of course, I always have to do some of these things, or I'd never get away. I had two business meetings, one with a publisher, one with a syndicate man. Both were completely un- necessary, but pleasant, like most business meetings that in- volve writing. I skipped the lawyer bit. Not much fun in seeing one's law- yer. Substituted for a smug stroll past the big, phoney Christmas windows of the big department stores, secure in 1 HAD A. BALL it's• amazing how much a chap can accomplish when he gets off on his own for a day. With a shave, •a clean shirt and a pure heart, a. man- on his own can see more and do more in 18 hours than a family can in 18 dam Last_, week end, I re- confirmed this theory, whi h E have held since I got married. I had a whole day, a wild and wicked day in the • city all by myself. No • work; rio domestic bliss; not a single crisis to solve for 24 hours. Last summer, I traveled about 6,000 miles, but I: didn't seem to get anywhere. The rea- son, of course, was that I had alongmy wife and daughter. Women complicate things be- yond measure, and sometimes almost beyond 'endurance. In the first place, they' never know what they want to do. Before every excursion, there's a two- hour discussion about: what shoes to wear; where to eat; what show to go to; whether we have time for both or should we eat later; how much it's going to cost; what time we should get to bed; and why • it will probably be a lousy eve- ning anyway. Then, at the crucial moment, when it's time to get cracking, and there•isn't a minute to lose, they have to shave their legs, or paint their toenails, or change their girdles, or put their hair up or down. Last summer, I covered more miles pacing up and down hotel the knowledge—there were no wild horses or women around to drag me into the maniac in- teriors. Somehow, wound up at the Press Club, where an eloquent and learned discussion was tak- ing place about something or other. Joined it. Some time lat- er, discovered' it was some time later. Whizzed up by cab to see col- lege boy son. Not at home, as usual. Now seven o'clock. Time to find a hotel. No rooms any- where. Bunked into a sordid, old dump I used to stay at in war -time. Cheap. Picked up hot salami sand- wich, ate it on way to theatre. Got a dandy seat, saw a great show, went back to hotel. Ate huge slice of rare beef while watching an entertainer. Bar closed, entertainer pack- ed up. Not sleepy. Went to coffee house, paid two bucks for half -cup ,of lousy coffee, en- joyed Irish singer whining about the wrongs of dear old Ireland. Artists wanted to do sketch' of me for six •dollars, then three dollars, Wen one. dollar. ought him'a coffee and discussed hard life of an artists. Back' to hotel, still not sleepy. No TV. in this ' dump, so watched neon signs, read morn- ing paper, went to bed at 4 a.m. Rose' at 9 to rumble of buses, clear-eyed, cleansed of sin and feeling about 69. . Now, how could you do all those things with a couple of .women, or even one, trailing along? SEAFORTH, ONTARIO, DECEMBER 8, 1966 Since 1860, Serving the Community First Published at SEAPORTS, ONTARIO, every Thursday morning by McLEAN BROS., Publishers Ltd. ANDREW Y. MCLEAN, Editor Member Canadian Weekly Newspapers Assoeistion Ontarla• Weekly Newspaper Association Audit. 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Close was re-elect- ed president of .the Seaforth branch of the Red' Cross So- ciety. A pleasant evening was spent when the three radio forums of Tuckersmith held a joint meeting in No. 9 'school house, with Mr. Albert Alexander in charge. Mr. Art Finlayson fav- ored" with the- harmonica and guitar. Ivan Forsyth introduced the guest speaker, W. H. Gold- ing olding, M. P. An annymous donation of $100.00 was received this week for the Junior Band fund. It was turned over to the trea- surer of the Chamber of Com- merce and will be used to pur- chase additional instruments. Seaforth's population showed a slight decrease, according to the results of the 1941 .census just issued for this district. It is now 1,625, while in 1931 it was 1,686. Treasurer D. H. Wilson receiv- ed a cheque this week covering the Ontario government's mun- icipal subsidy in the amount of $944.57. ' Mr. Con Eckert, Jr., met with a painful accident while draw- ing gravel, the pit caved in and Caught his leg against the side of the truck, making a wound that required eight stitches to close. Later infectionset in and he was taken to Scott Memorial Hospital. • Mr. Wesley Agar successfully passed his stationary engineer- ing examinations at Toronto. Miss Gertrude Cardno, R.N., who was called home a few weeks ago, owing to the serious illness and subsequent 'death of her mother, Mrs. G. P. Cardno, returned to Calgary. Miss Pat• Bechley and Miss Fergus` Bell met with. an unfor- tunate accident last week when the bicycle upon . which they were riding, skidded in the grav- el on the road coming from the High School. Both suffered min- or scraps. The bingo and dance, slionsor- ed by the Canadian Legion, held in the Hensall Town Hall, was one of the most successful and largely attended events staged • by Atte Legion. Miss Jean Mc- Queen •was the winner of the lucky door prize and Mrs. Ma- bel Preszcator of Exeter, the lucky lunch ticket. * * * From The Huron Expositor Dec. 11, ..1891 Mr• Henry Ruby. of Dashwood narrowly escaped death While' out hunting together with a num- ber of men. He was resting on a stump when by some means, the hammer was disharged, and his .hand and face received the charge. Mr. John Thirsk of Dashwood, who has been running a chop- ping mill for the past two or three winters has put up a new building and fitted it with a new engine and a run of first class stones. As Mr. M. Robertson of the Seaforth Furniture Store was removing some chairs that were hanging on the ceiling of his ware room, one fell down and struck him on the mouth, cut- ting his lip and knocking out a tooth. Mr. Thomas Daly of town has purchased a grocery business in Ingersol and intends becom- ing a resident of that enterpris- ing town. Mr. James Cum ring, tax Col- lector for Tuckersmith, took in over $1,200 one day last week. Ile also took in $600 at Hensall "last week. This looks as if there is corn in Egypt still. The ••snow fall made fine sleighing for light vehicles, but the south wind has damaged it considerably. Mrs. Hoggarth of Cromarty had a bee hauling -stones for her house on Wednesday last. Mr. Donald Smith, 2nd con- cession of Stanley, met with a runaway accident while in the village. His horse got Ioose in the shed, backed out and run away, smashing the cutter, but no one was. hurt; Three of the ship wrecked crew, who landed on Huron's shores near Bayfield in an al- most famished condition, were comfortably provided for at the farm of Mrs. Snowden and have now returned to their home in Port Huron. - Mr. James Hillen of the llth concession of McKillop, has purchased from Mr. Johnston of Ohio, a very handsome six month old Poland China pig and from Mr.Anderson, near Hamilton, a sow of the ,same age and breed. Mr, John Bennewies' new saw mill at Beechwood is near- ly completed. He ' expects to have it running at full blast in the near future. While Mr. Robert Jarrett of Hillsgreen was watering his horses • at Mr. Reid's, they es- caped to the road and after a diligent search they Were at Mr. McDermide's in Stanley. A number of the local sports, men from • Hillsggreen were --tramping the swairip: They suc- ceeded in getting a few part- ridges and rabbits, but report "tired legs" :were plentiful. ,, Mr. Alexander McDonald, an old time resident of Seaforth, is a candidate for the mayoral; ity of Winnipeg, with a good chance of election. Mr. George Murray's dray team, having come to the con - elusion that it . was a long time, between meals, left their driver and started for the stable at the top of their speed. They were captured before any serious damage was done. Mr. D, McDonald, of town, has purchased the five acre lot of Mr. Thomas Smith, on the 3rd concession of McKillop. There is a comfortable cottage, a barn and an orchard'. The price paid was $600. • From The Huron 'expositor Dec. 15, 1916 A .„correspondent' describes the movement overseas of bat- talions recruited in this part of Ontario. After the arival of the Battalion of the port 'of embar- kation, on Monday October 31st the men were marched into great freight sheds, .and as soon as the necessary. details had been arranged, • they marched onto the waiting transport. The 161st, the 133rd and the 168th • Battalions went aboard the S.S. Lapland. It took all day and the greatest part of the next day to complete the loading of the"vessel and towards evening on Tuesday the boat moved out into the barbour to await the loading of other boats which were to accompany her across. On Friday morning, Nov. 10th land was sighted and during the last day of the voyage and the sea was as calm as a mill pond. All the men slept on the upper decks and the last two nights with life belts on and an armed guard was mounted. It was about 3 a,m. when the train carrying the 161st arrived in Shorncliffe. A __march of two miles took the men out to Low- er Dibgate Camp, when they went under canvas. After an in- spection parade ' on November 14th, by the officer command- ing the brigade to which the 161st was attached, the men were informed by their colonel that the Battalion had passed inspection very creditably and that the Battalion would not be broken up. • Brief mention was made last week of the death at the home of his son in Toledo, Ohio, of Mr. Richard Wright, on of Sea- forth's oldest and best known citizens. Although suffering from heart trouble for some months, he had been up and about until Monday :when the end came with startling sudden- ess. He was born in St. Cath- erines. In politics he was a staunch Liberal and' in religion a Presbyterian, being and old and consistent member and supporter of First Presbyterian Church. J. E. Van Egmond, son of Mrs. C. R. Van Egmond, Eg- mondville, has landed at St. Johns, Newfoundland, ` and is expected at his home at an early date. A few months ago he was wounded seriously and has been convelesing in Eng- land. Mr. A. W., Stobie has resum- ed his' station at the weigh scales, having fully recovered from his long illness. The' pupils of the Seaforth Public School have disposed of $34.75 worth of Christmas Seals for the benefit of the Muskoka Sanatorium. Ninety-two pupils received the premier buttons for disposing of 25 cents worth and Gray Parker received a preniium pin for disposing of a dollar's worth. Mr. George Baird, Sr., Bruce - had _ a `eatarack removed from his eye last -week by Dr. • many friends hope that his sight may be .fully restore& ready - for Christmas Visits at WEST. -END Garage 1965 Pontiac, 6 -cylinder, A.T., radio, rear seat speaker , 1964 Pontiac, 2 -door H.T., V-8, A.T., radio power steering and brakes 1963 Ford Galaxie 500, V-8, A.T., power steering and brakes, radio 1963 Laurentian, 9 -passenger station wagon 1962 Chevy II 6 -cylinder, standard, white wall tires,, radio 1961 Pontiac V-8, A.T., 2 -door • t� And Other Older Models -- TRUCKS 1956 International one -ton, with stock racks. 4 -speed transmission 1959 GMC 3 -ton stake, with hoist, new mot- or, body and 825 xc 20 tires WEST -END GARAGE OVEN EVERY NIGHT TILL 10 TO SERVE -YOU AND ALL NIGHT IF WE HAVE TQ Cats 348=8932 MITCHELL • • 4 • Come to The Canadian'Red Cross Society • Blood Donor.Cllnic ".And in those exotic ports the ship will • serve as your hotel!" 4, at Northside United Church leaf orth r on Tuesday, Dec. 13th 1966 Time 5 to 9 p.m. • • 'Hey, Munson, were you drought up in a barn%' • •