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The Huron Expositor, 1970-12-17, Page 3or • • • re Sell Expositor to McLean Brs. The 100th anniversary of the purchase of The Huron Expositor by Murdo Young McLean and his brother, Alan McLean, occurred this week. Announcement of the Im- pending sale was contained in the issue of December 9th, 1870 while the first editorial by the new publishers appeared in the issue of the following week, Dec. 16, 1870. There had been a weekly in Seaforth since 1860 but The Ex- press, as it was called, appeared irregularly. The Express continued on an irregular basis until inNovember 1867 Penton and Colbourn carried out a reorganization and Introduced the Expositor. Shortly after George W. Ross and W. F. Luxton purchased the business, which was managed by Murdo Young McLean who came to Sea- forth from Cornwall and Ayr. The Ross of the firm went on to become Sir George W.Ross, Premier of Ontario, while Mr. Luxton moved West and later founded the Winnipeg Free Press. Following the purchase by McLean Bros. the name was changed to The Huron Expositor. Within two years, Alan McLean, because of ill health, was forced to resign and the business was carried on by M. Y. McLean who continued as editor until his death in 1916. On the death of M.Y.IvicLean in 1916, Keith M. McLean, who had ,been associated with his father for many years, became editor. Mr. McLean continued as editor until his death in 1948, when the management was assumed in turn by his son, Andrew Y. McLean, the third generation of the McLean family to publish the paper. The announcements of a cen- tury ago as they appear inExpos- itor files are reproduced below. money. Indeed, one as this, itself, quire considerable the several compu lately come wade conclude that al mile is the cost of (rolling stock and 'lances included), hence, by the time port in Bruce wo nected with Lon a half of dollars well exhausted, Of this amount, though abbnt on, she would prey' persuaded that t one quarter of rather than alloy through, we sh nounce it an " doubt, almost e' .which the roar' derive more or the advantages we estimate at whole, and, th that city contra, third of the reo instance, hetwe Brffald.and LP how many t bonuses I Ti Stephen, ITsbo. and Stanley. en, with the might do someth. this point, but apt to be very g Stanley, the acti great deal by ein prospect for Ilike minus, somethin naturally be that township • very heavy reb north of the But. OR Railway, Irk would in all pr ,quite liberal. I' liberation we 11 adopting any rot ing like the coat secured in bonus fore, rest with ti larly interested, ly, and, by a juc route, trust, in f dividends for cor We believe th London is for mi oojective point. which way7 To rich, and termi forth or Clinto. northern towns& and into Bruce ? an unwarranted ment to either places, we think rug the road at e of the greatest ar London geople construction va measure lost : fire wood. ;Fos for any consider ern townships To persons at prices of wood is rich, we imaging question, in wb fuel would be it nected by a railr ry fire wood? salt argument. either Goderich, has an advantagi apart. we unhes Seaforth. is at an aver eent. strong. others, and .1 very forcible r. if needs be, prod ly cheaper— an limited by the t Goderich or Cl Georgian Bay like to know wh: rich possesses c Southampton, o place, as getting . Whether the pros through Seaforth vPrsing this cot treme south to t we shall advocata once to its runni• fore having dor country, thim i minating either erich. romossrs OOMMUVIC MAY 1 Is it not steps were direct r • VALEDICTION. Without doubt, this article will, upon meeting the eye of the majori- ty of our readers, cause them no i4 little surpriset-it need, however, awaken no alarm. We sever our connection with the HURON EXPOSI- TOR, not because any ill promisgs to • • befall it ; on the contrary, it is its deep-rooted stability, that has led our successor to purchase it at a price, for which we were ready to sell. Then suffice it to say that the trans. action is purely a commercial one. • Our connection with the ExPosr TOR dates back just two years. The work of this interval, we look' upon with no small degree of pride. Without laying ourselves open to the charge of egotism, we may brief- s 4 ly allude to what we have accom- plished.—At the time that we as- sumed the conduct of the EXPOSITOR, it was in as feeble a state as it was possible for it to be, and exist at all, and scarcely three hundred sub- serithers were.,,en,.the. books ; to-day, weonre bidding-adieu to nearly Two, TOSISA18 YaitIa'ffi ment that no one, of any three oth- er editors of local papers, in Cana- da; could truthfully make, under similar circumstances. Though we take to ourselves a measure of the credit for t4he unprecedented progress that the EXPOSITOR has made, under our guidance, we do not, for a mo- ment, lose sight of the fact, that we owe to our hundreds of friends through the entire length and breadth of Huron, an unlimited debt of gratitude, for there generous and whole-sonled conduct, in seconding our earnest and never-tiring efforts to fiurnish them with a first-class • • to his charge, we do so, without any misgivings for the welfare of its patrons, and we only abk, from them, as, continuation of the liber- ality, bestowed upon ourself. while holding the position, that we now vacate for him. ADIEU I LONDON" HURON AND BRUCE RAILWAY. Tun people of London appear to be thoroughly in earnest, in talking of building a railroad from their city northward into, and perhaps through, this county, to some port in Bruce en Lake Huron. A number of meetings have been held, for disc.• sing the r•-oieet, at all of whir' - erevs- RAILWAY TIME TABLE. Trains leave the Seaforth station as follows :— WINO EAST. 8,01 A. M. 10.50 " " 1.35 r. M. 5.45 if 14 toott. txpooitor. Official Paper of the County. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1870. GOING) WEST. 2.25 P.M. 8 50 11 1,35 " " 8.05 A. M. A EA. _ date to January 1st, for $2.75 ; or paid-up; scribers to the EXPOSITO1., with the GLOBE for $1.25. The cash must accompany the order, Address HURON EXPOSITOR Office, Seaforth. RAILWAY TIME TABLE. Traina leave the Seaforth station as folloWs P--- 00150 EAST. 8.05 a. M. 10.50 " " 1.35 r. M. 5.45 44 11 GOING WEST. 225 r. M. 8.50“" 1.35 11 01 8.05 A. M. carelessnt, inclined, bo. good intentions who can she over an accictor Grand Trunk, over an accideA serious a math. Great Wee' worthy of _roues, worthy of common A short time ag glect of a switchman, train ran into a freigi Great Western, the was, the death of engineer of one the almost total de siderable amount Yet, notwithatand hcneat and consci' such as the QV Times, could at worthy of 'bspeci when a telegraf Grand Trunk L his duty, and fa, to instructions gi periors, and an acu., of his negligence, ti Grand Trunk auth manager down to s are denounced in terms, as being iv- ing the responsibly they are entrusted. the good of the c safety of the public being the motives the criticisms. The' are now beginninf matter in the me it is that a.rtiel / alluded to, amnia nals, are but lift imMINIMMIIMINI • THE BEY The ball has now rolling. The asser this Province hay congregated 41,” • The principal . yet come under c'.. Lieut. Governor's document, as is with documents of t. ed just about as could, and contaL The debate upon it extreme, and interm. most disgraceful exter sbnalities. It was fir passed on Tuesday 1 'thing more serious the engenderment of ill feeling amongs members of the oppr is not probable th shape of work wit the adjournment fo holidays. It is said public Bills, there r ber of private Bills, up a considerable pot, of the House. The measures forshadowed in the L acidreas are, so far as *'bled to judge, unobjr will, however, be Teak upon this t Bills are really pr House. All which h 'ed, is no doubt necec be done in the ri think that we may ward in anticipation session. This being of the present Perlis g4nerally will be, an: beet, in order that a good record with s before their constitr' proaching election. THE REFORM THE dinner given era of Toronto, to I the Opposition in the Ontario Legislatures, evening, of last weep respect one of the inc fairs of the kind whicA in this Province for . were over Live hundred ant, and the speeches the occasion were soun contained uncontrov which cannot helm* even by the most exp opponents, The fo graph anent the affa the Goderich Signa, which was present :-- " Around the hall • AUCTION SALE REGISTER.. Dee. 21,—Farm Stock, on Lot No. 215, Con. 8, township of Morris. Wrn. Gar. proprietor, J. P. Brine, Auctioneer. N. B.—Sales, for which bills are printed at this office, are advertised as above without extra charge. itrtm txpooitor, Official Paper of the Countir. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1870. TO OUR READERA. In assuming control of THE HUR- ow EXPOSITOR, we no not deem it necessary to .enter into any very lengthy exposition of the course which we have marked out for our- selves to pursue. Our principles are Reform, and under our management the EXPOSITOR will continue to ad, vocate and uphold all measures which, we consider will tend to ad- vance the int4eats of the Reform party, and also the general weal of the country to which we belong. In miring this much, however, we do not bind ourselves to support any man, or party of wen, unless we are fully convinced that their actions are such as will entitle them to our support. We are not of those who can see no good in a political oppon- ent, or no evil in the men who be- long to our own party. We believe that there are good and bad in both ranks, and although we can fully en- dorse the principles which form the basis of the political creed of the one, yet we do not pretend to say that that party, and that alone, is infalli ble: On the other hand, we believe that the very foundation upon which the principles of the opposing party rests, is rotten and insecure, yet not- withstanding this, we do not say that the members of that party oan do nothing which is right. This being the case, we shall hold ourselves flee, at all times, to criticise the public actions of the men who belong to our party, as well as the actions of those who belong to the opposite side. In doing so we shall endeavor, to the best of our ability, to deal justly with all. If a political op- ponent does that which is considered to belett, and for the beat inter- cuts of t e country, we shall not de- ny him the credit to which he is justly entitled ; and on the same principle, if a member of our own party, commits that which may seem to us wrong or reprehensible, we shall not shrink from the task of ex- posing his misdeeds. With regard to local affairs, we have only to say, that neither trouble nor expense will be spared, not only to retain the EXPOSITOR in its present efficient condition, but to continually improve it. It shall ever be our earnest endeavour to make it a wel- come visitor in every family which it enters, and to make every sub- scriber feel that he receives more than value fo: his money. We trust that, ere long, we shall be en- abled to make such improvements in the EXPOSITOR, as will place it, in every respect, second to no other local journal in the Dominion. In this endeavor we feel confident that we will be vigorously assisted by the people, not of Seaforth alone, but of the County generally. It is asserted in Ottawa that the arbitration question will be carried 'to the English Privy Council by the Province of Quebec, with the hope that the award of the two arbitratoes esay be set aside. MMIESEIrftei! No. 1 homemade kip hoots for 114`t woo hide for 8150, at Coventry's. Arlen; Pianist - Mrs. ivanNorrls; Assistant Pianist - Mrs, Duncan Scott; Work Committee - Mrs. Gordon Scott, Mrs, Harold Par- sons, Mrs. Carter Kerslake, Mrs. Gordon Laing, Mrs. Gerald Carey; Friendship and Service - Mrs. Lloyd Miller; Glad Tidings Secretary - Mrs. Larry Gar- diner; Representative to Board of Managers - Mrs. Eldon Allen; Nominating Committee - Mrs. Wm. Taylor, Mrs. John Miller; Auditors - Mrs. Beverly Taylor, Mrs. Harold Parsons. A Christmas lunch was served followed by a Christmas cookie exchange. FIRST CROMARTY CUB PACK Andrew Laing, of the Tawny six, led the Grand Howl, for the weekly meeting of the First Cromarty Cub Pack, held last Tuesday. . They reviewed knots and the meaning, of the Cub Law. Rae Butson and Judy Jeffery taught the boys new songs and games. Ricky and Bobby Van Valkengoed received the Inter- pfeter emblem (in Dutch langu- age) . Mrs. Cameron outlined the program me planned for December 18th at the FamilyLife Centre in Staffa. Mr. and Mrs. Roger Christie, London visited with Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Dow. The Hibbert Young People held a successful dance in Staffs Hall recently. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Laing visited with Mrs. Bruce Cleland and family at Listowel, Mrs. Joe Van Valkengoed, Mrs. Larry Gardiner, Mrs. Mer- vin Dow, Mrs. John Wallace, Mrs Charles Douglas attended Summary Day for the course "The Knack of Sewing with Knits" held in Stratford and displayed or modelled the garments they had made. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Thompson We would like to extend to our friends and neighbors a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY and PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR In, stead of sending cards we have made a donation to the Salvation Army for the aid of needy families dtitln this festive season. DON r. Rita and Pa trick — ' Moylon News of Cromarty itchie A. Correspondent Mrs. Ken McKellar The Christmas meeting of the Marion Ritchie Evening Aux- iliary was held in the Sunday School Room which had been decorated for the occasion. The president, Mrs. Gerald Carey, opened the meeting with the story of the Angels and Shepherds. Mrs. Beverly Taylor read the scripture from Matthew, chapter two and Mrs. Carey led in prayer. Mrs. Duncan Scott gave the topic "Was Jesus Christ Born In Vain?", which was followed by the roll call, a Christmas verse. Mrs. Frank Hamilton read the secretary's report and Mrs. Lorne Elliott gave the treas- urer's report. Mrs. Ivan Norris played an instrumental ,,Winter Wonderland" and the meeting closed with the hymn "0 Come All Ye Faithful". Following the regular meet- ing, the annual meeting was held. Reports were given by M rs. F rank Hamilton, Mrs., Duncan Scott, Mrs. Lorne Elliott, Mrs. Larry Gardiner, Mrs. John Templeman, Mrs. Gordon Scott and Mrs. John Miller. The following slate of officers was elected: Honorary Presid- ents - Mrs. T.Scott,Mrs.calder McKaig; President - .Mrs.Gerald Carey; First Vice-President - Mrs.' Larry Gardiner; Second Vice President Mrs. Beverly Taylor; Secretary - Mrs. Frank Hamilton; Assistant Secretary - Mrs. Carter Kerslake; Treas- urer - Mrs. Lorne Elliott; Assis- tant Treasurer - Mrs. Eldon Vegetables For• Xmas BRUSSELS SPROUTS Complement the Christmas turkey with that elite little cab- bage, the Brussels sprout. Fresh or frozen, these tiny cabbages are traditional with many fami- lies at this time of the year. When buying Brussels sprouts, choose firm compact heads with bright green color. Withered or yellow leaves indi- cate poor quality. The sprouts should be stored in a refriger- ator crisper until they are used. Allow 1 quart or 1 1/4 pounds for each six servings. To pre- pare fresh sprouts, trim and make two crosswise cuts in the stem end. Wash thoroughly in cold salted water and drain. Cook, uncovered, in boiling salted water until just tender (about 15 to 20 minutes). Brussels sprouts are del- icious served with Puti.er alone but for the Christmas menu home economists suggest these varia- tions: hot, drained sprouts tossed with French or Italian dressing, or crisp crumbled bacon and sauteed mushrooms, or buttered crumbs; or topped with melted blue cheese and butter, or a Cheddar cheese sauce. CRANBERRIES Since good firm berries bounce and soft berries don't, cranberries are bounce-tested on wooden barrels to ensure that only the lively ones go to market. Lively cranberries store well, freeze well, and make the best sauces, pies and desserts. Buy plump dry, firm berries with a high luster. Avoid berries that are soft and shriveled, with a dull appearance, as they have passed their prime. Fresh berries keep well at home. Before storing, home economists suggest you remove any shriveled berries. Cran- berries are easy to freeze - just pop them in the freezer, in the plastic bag in which they're sold. They do not need to be defrosted before use. They even maintain their jelling qualities after freez- ing. This tart fresh berry is much in demand because of its many uses. Cranberries may be diced for a salad, cooked in a sauce, baked in a pie with apples and raisins or mincemeat, added to stuffing for turkey, combined with peaches and pears in a molded salad, or used in relishes. Meeting (Continued from page 1) ator for the Provincial Police, presented a series of slides featuring "Fearless Fred and Reliable Robert" depicting the do's and don'ts of safe snow- mobile operation. Constable Tye also spoke on the snowmobile and the law and distributed pamph- lets on the subject. Copies are available without charge where snowmobiles are sold and ser- viced. 9 Candidates (Continued from Page 1) movers and seconders ( in brack- ets) are: For Reeve; Allen Cathpb'ell (Ross Driscoll, George Case); Harold Dodds (Ken Beattle,Wm. Hodge); For Council: Harvey Craig (Campbell Wey, Merton Rockwell), Ronald Ryan (Ronald Murray, Leon Maloney), Arthur Anderson (Hobert McMil- lan, John Thompson), Arnold Campbell (Archie Smith, Orville Storey), Ralph McNichol (Kenneth Stewart, Gordan Papple), Mrs. Mae Govenlock(Ken Glanville, Francis Hunt), William Leeming (Lavern Godkin, David Watson). 0.T.0R9 ..!SEA#.0Wrifie PN. 4 970, : xtliary Elects 9Mtc •visitor* .090P.4VccottwerfrAff..... MIS?, 1071e gt441.1e, Frances :Scotts Lon e, don; Airs, P9.044 ,4'gnP":#40,410.14r44 .• Shedden. LSMFT Last Chance Sale 1970 MODEL CLEAROUT FREE GAS . If we can't make a deal we'll give you double the amount of gas required to visit our dealership and return home. '3133 '3194 '3134 '3170 '3316 '2931 '2579 '3191 '2995 '3095 Open Until 9 P.M. Each Night Except Saturday With a 6 P.M. Closing Larry Snider Motors LIMITED. EXETER 235-1640 LONDON, 227-4191 Huron County'slargest Ford Dealer 11124.41001_2blie FOR CHRISTMAS GIVING 5.00 6•95 These popular books by Seaforth Author James R. Scott are gifts that continue to provide pleasure year after year. at 'At Anton et local newspaper.—We rue not blind to the fact, that like all other human inventions, the EXPOSITOR was not perfect, but we comfort ourself with the reflection, that our conrse wag dictated by our best judgment, and errors that were committed, were not the result of evil inten- tions. When convinced ofthe right side of any public quastion we were not loath to espouse it,'aud follow it at any riak--a disgrace to the news- * paper Press is the journalist that does otherwise—" Fiat juetitia ruat ecelvirn," So much for ourself. A word now for our successor,— MR. M. Y. MoLnaw. Mr. McLean has been connected with the ExPosr- * TOR for nearly ayear,and is,therefor e, no stranger to the community, whose baterests it will be his duty, and we are sure, pleasure, to study—indeed, the EXPOSITOR is indebted to him Dar many of its best features— ; so then, in committing the ExPosiTort Phone 527-0240 aP4I Ricks, Goderich, Aip,qt We, week end with her '047c0144 Mr. and Mrs, Carter .101711.4ke and Craig, stago. They 9411-41 on Mr. and Mrs. Ken McKellar on Sunday. DEMO: 70 GALAXIE 500 2-door hardtop, aqua, loaded. No. 15786. DEMO: 70 CUSTOM 500 2-door hardtop, blue/white, loaded. No. 156371. NEW: 70 CUSTOM 500 2-door hardtop, red, fully equipped. No. 171350. NEW: 70 CUSTOM 500 2-door hardtop, red and white, loaded. No. 174480. NEW: 70 GALAXIE 500 2-door sports roof, dark Ivy, loaded. No. 203835 DEMO: 70 CUSTOM 500 2-door hardtop, Red, equipped to sell. No. 651787 DEMO: 70 TORINO FALCON Blue with white vinyl roof. No. 170539. DEMO: 70 CUSTOM 500 2-door hardtop, Medium Brown, vinyl roof, really fully equipped. No. 174477. DEMO: 70 'MUSTANG FASTBACK Bright Blue, really loaded, power etc. No. 156890. RENTAL: 70 FORD GALAXIE 2400r hardtop,: tuto ne Green/Black, power brakes and steering, radio, defogger plus many options. No. 135777 THE SETTLEMENT OF HURON COUNTY (By James R. Scott) ONTARIO SCENE (By James R. Scott) fxpositor Seaforth