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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1967-08-24, Page 4this Sunday, Wednesday afternoon and during the evening throughout the week, Davies Grant & Patterson CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS Municipal Auditors DEVON BUILDING PH 235-0120 EXETER • Office Hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. When you live in Ontario you've got a good deal going for you. Ontario Progressive Conservative policies mean more schools, more hospitals, more highways, more opportunities for relaxation. Wages are 18% higher per capita than the national average and our standard of living is second highest in the whole world. With the Ontario Progressive Conservative Party you've got a good deal going for you, ONTARIO PROGRESSIVE CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION 2 CARLTON STREET TORONTO 2 I want to keep things going in Ontario. Please register me as a member of the Association. NAME ADDRESS _ ONTARIO PROGRESSIVE CONSERVATIVE PARTY ....................... Times Established 1873 Advocate Established 1881 Amalgamated 1924 OteferZimes-Akmocafe SERVING CANADA'S BEST FARMLAND C.W,N.A,, O,W.N.A., CLASS 'A' and ABC Publishers: .1, M. Southcott, R. M. Southcott Editor: Bill Batten Advertising Manager: Howie Wright Phone 235.1331 Published Each Thursday Morning at Exeter, Ontario Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Dept, Ottawa, and for Payment of Postage in Cash. Paid in Advance Circulation, March 31, 1967, 4,379 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Canada OA Per Year; USA $7.00 cOmtnunity now$paricrs CiZza.'1,.;, alefilLEMCAMMDM Delays only concern? inclined to think that if more drivers took their example and didn't gamble so much there may not be so many traffic accidents. The department study shows little concern for pedestrain traffic, and again they may be following the trend of our society which places such em- phasis and worship on the automobile. A car driver may be able to get his 300 horses across the street quick- ly, but it is much more difficult for an elderly person whose eyes may not be able to judge the speed and dis- tance of an oncoming car. A similar problem is encountered by a mother who may have a couple of toddlers in tow or a couple of young ones pedal- ling small tricycles or other vehicles. The department of transport is probably quite correct in finding that few motorists have an unwarranted delay in getting across Exeter's Main Street, but we are of the opinion that too little emphasis is placed on safety in their study conducted on a quiet Thursday in the middle of summer holidays. Perhaps they should be asked to make another survey on a busy school day when buses and students going to Exeter's three schools make the inter- section as busy as any you'll find. The department of transport's study on the Main and Sanders Streets intersection in Exeter has brought them to the decision that a traffic con- trol light at the corner is unwarranted. They reached this decision on the basis that few drivers coming onto Main from. Sanders had to wait more than 20 seconds, and those who waited longer were hesitant drivers who fail- ed to take advantage of earlier gaps in the traffic to proceed across the intersection or make a turn. Another interesting aspect of their study is •the fact they deem it advis- able to conduct them on a Tuesday or Thursday so it will indicate a general condition, rather than holding their study on a peak day. They explain that traffic lights are permanent and not just for peak days or peak periods during any one day. It is difficult to argue with that reasoning, and certainly a wait of less than 20 seconds is no hardship for any driver. Many would have to wait that long even with traffic control lights. But, has the department joined the trend of our society that places speed ahead of safety? They give the im- pression that the hesitant driver is do- ing something wrong, while we are T-A photo Pie-eating champ John Dobbs Most credible showing Dude tie did lad to 6e deaued The long wait has ended for members of this year's grade 13 classes, and once again the results show that for the majority of students the fears of a poor showing were quite unfound- ed and the weeks of worry were need- less. Despite what could be termed a "problem" year at South Huron Dist- rict High School, it is encouraging to see that the students rose above any hardshi p or unsettling condition that may have existed by way of the build- ing program and the unfortunate per- sonnel situation. This leads us to believe that the graduates are more mature and ready to take their place in this trying world than what some of their elders would admit. To the four Ontario scholars we give our heartiest commendation, and certainly some of the words of praise • MN 1•11•11•1, NOTICE TO South Huron District High School Students Students included in the following groups are asked to follow the instructions given. 1. Grade 13 students. Any students in grade 13 who wish to discuss their choice of subjects are asked to come to the school during the week of August 28. Students who are satisfied that they have made the right selection of subjects on the form completed last term need not come in. 2. Grade 11, 12, & 13 students taking subjects at two grade levels are asked to come to the school during the week of August 28 if they have not already been in. 3. New students any students new to the school district should come into the school during the week of August 28. This does not refer to grade nine students coming from the local elementary schools. 4. Clinton students (a) THOSE GOING TO CLINTON FOR THE FIRST TIME should return the yellow form which they received in the mail or should come to the school immediately to obtain one if one was not received. (b) THOSE RETURNING TO CLINTON ARE REMINDED THAT THEY MUST obtain the principal's signature on the form which Clinton gave them in June. 5. All students. The buses will make the regular runs on Tuesday, September 5, only they will be one-half hour later than usual. Students should be at the school at 9:30 AM. J. L. WOODEN Principal Should be an annual event for this fine showing must be passed along to the teachers and parents who have guided these young people. Principal J. L. Wooden has point- ed out that all four were most deserv- ing of the award and they were able to prove that one doesn't have to elim- inate the social and recreational bene- fits of school life to attain top marks. All four were quite active in the life of the school, and while they no doubt had to discipline themselves to keep the proper balance in their activities, they proved that enjoying all facets of the varied school program is possible. To these four and all others who have now earned their high school graduation diplomas, go our best wishes for continued success in their future education and endeavours. The example of their predecessors suggests they'll be good ambassadors for the South Huron community. They were happy kids who had enjoyed a day made for them, and the stirring music supplied by the Exeter and Strathroy pipe bands made it a sight we soon won't forget. What! Me a hippy? Every so often I experience an overwhelming urge to throw everything to the winds, run away, and become a middle-aged hippy. Those kids have the world by the tail. With the rest of us, it's the world that has us by the tail, and does the twisting. Think of those lucky bums. No taxes, no insurance premiums, no shaving every morning, no hand- ing over a buck and a half for a haircut. The hippies have abdicated from a society that has no real- ity for them. a society in which they see precious little love and honesty and a great deal of hate and hypocrisy. They have said. "Include me out." and in many ways I don't blame them. So let them grow their hair and beards. Let them have love-ins and smoke grass and give each other flowers and refuse to work. They're harmless compared to many people and things that are highly respected in our society. But after the first. fine, care- less rapture of seeing myself among the hippies. the cold wind of reason blows and I know I couldn't make the scene. Oh, I could let the hair and beard sprout, get some purple pants and hide behind a pair of shades. I could look the part. But I'd never fit in. I don't have the hippy attitude or mentality or whatever it is. And it's all the fault of my parents. They brain-washed me with a lot of Victorian cliches and purl- Naturally, there were a few unfortunate incidents during the day, but they were all minor in nature. A couple of stores had cloth- ing racks dumped into pools of water on the street, and in future years it should be remembered to have the water holes removed before the displays are set up. In addition, bicycles should be removed from the street as well as the cars. The way some young lads were performing, it was a miracle that someone didn't get knocked down. Horses should also be for- bidden except for the parades, although as one onlooker pointed out, the litter left by them on the street was certainly a strong (in odor) reminder of days gone by. in preserving the endeavours of her husband! One of the reasons for Mrs. Ecker's lack of concern for her husband probably stemmed from the fact she had to remain strictly impartial. Her son turned out to be the sherriff and obviously you can't choose between the cops and the robbers in such cases. As stated, the participation of area youngsters in the various contests was a bit fantastic. Certainly, even the most opi- mistic couldn't have hoped for such a large turnout of frogs, turtles. dogs and dolls. The frog race was one of the best shows we've witnessed for some time, and the antics some of the young lads went through to coax their entries across the line was hilarious. The frogs came in sizes that corresponded to the many sizes of owners and while one of the largest won the event. the small frogs had their day too, winning several places in the final heat. Carf made one slight mistake when he told the youngsters they could blow on their frogs to help get them going. We saw one fellow who took full advantage of this and literally blew his frog all the way down the course. That was a case where a small entry was most advantageous. One of the most stirring events of the day was the parade of flags and one couldn't help but be moved by the sight of the happy faces behind the various flags. Once again we congratulate Carf Cann and the merchants who supported the event, as well as all those who helped and partici- pated. It was indeed a real ,,fun day" that attracted one of the largest crowds ever to Exeter over the day. We hope it becomes an annual event. say anything about him, They detested the idea of char- ity and fought tooth and nail, and successfully, to keep from going on relief. My mother sold home-made bread and Avon pro- ducts, took in boarders and tour- ists. My dad, who couldn't sell air-conditioners in the Congo, took a series of humiliating jobs as a salesman on commission, fighting it out with younger, brasher men and selling almost nothing but his pride. They believed in God and law and order and absolute honesty. They believed in neighborliness, but also in minding your own business. They believed in the family, in total abstinence, in good manners. They believed in paying your bills and sweated agonies when there wasn't the money to do so. That's one thing that didn't rub off on me. thank goodness. I pay them, eventually. but I don't sweat in the interim. And to tell the truth. I'm afraid a lot of the other things didn't take with me. I did have some resistance. But a lot of it did. Now, how could anybody be a hippy with a rotten upbringing like that? So don't worry. If you come across a middle-aged hippy with a flower over his ear next time you're in San Francisco or Van- couver or Yorkville, I'm sorry, but it won't be me. I was ruined by my parents. Area residents have attended many fun-filled events over the years, but it is questionable if they ever had more fun than they did in Exeter Friday. Funday has to be termed an unqualified success, and judging from comments up and down the street, most people would like to see it become an annual event. There was one suggestion that it be held over a longer period, while another thought it could be tied in with the Exeter rodeo. Both thoughts have merit and local businessmen-who paid the shot for the day-will no doubt be asked to voice their opinions on the matter at a later date. From the first flap jack to the last square dance, the day was filled with an assortment of activ- ities that brought pleasure to young and old. The participation would have to be termed-excep- tional". No one person could take credit for the entire day, but certainly Board of Trade president Carf Cann came very close. He organ- ized and arranged most of the events, and in helping Carf with a couple of the contests, we quickly learned what a chore it was. His efforts are to be commend- ed, as are the many other persons who pitched in to make the day a whopping success. The highlights of Funday have been covered in words and pic- tures elsewhere in this issue, but there are a few sidelights that should be mentioned. Perhaps the most surprised people on Friday were the rodeo committee. The turnout to their flap-jack breakfast was amazing and as one of the customers, we can honestly say the grub was excellent. The only draw-back was some of the nunappetizing" comments made by a few of the customers in the line-up as they hurled some questioning comments about the ability of the cooks. • However, John Burke and Dick Roelofson assured everyone that it was the "lumps" in the flap- jacks that made them so good. Burke attempted to show his flipping ability for the camera- man and almost landed one of the delicacies on top of a nearby building. It made only a slight indentation in the pavement when it landed. Customers who did express concern over the ability of the cooks had their fears slightly reduced when they noted the rodeo group had taken every precaution by having Dr. Don Ecker on hand. tan maxims that made me the warped, inhibited individual I am today. You know the sort of thing. Cleanliness is next to Godliness. A rolling stone gathers no moss. A stitch in time saves nine. Pure poppycock, most of it. Fortunately. our own children have not allowed themselves to become indoctrinated. Try that rolling stone thing on Kim and she just hoots and points out how many million records the Roll- ing Stones made this year. The only -Stitch in Time" she knows is a rock-n-roll group by that name, and she thinks they're great. My parents injected a lot of other hair-brained ideas into my innocent little skull. They con- vinced me that you should do an honest day's work for a day's pay. That gives you some idea of how old-fashioned I am. They said you should face your responsibilities, not run from them. That's another reason I'd never make it as a hippy. I'd be completely out of tune. They believed in helping peo- ple who needed it. My mother must have fed 2,000 hoboes dur- ing the depression. My father lost his business because he kept on giving credit to people who could never pay their bills. They believed that you bOre your troubles as best you could and did not inflict them on others. They told us. many times, that if you couldn't say something nice about a person. you shouldn't 15 YEARS AGO Only landscaping remains to be done at the new Kirkton dam built by the Upper Thames Valley Conservation Authority. The South Huron Hospital As- sociation is seeking applicants for the positions of Hospital sup- erintendent and administrator. This is the first step taken by the Association to organize a working administration for the hospital. Mr. Norman Martin, a London optometrist, has purchased the practice of John Orchard on Main Street. Four complete grain handling units are the outstanding feature of the new plant built by W. G. Thompson & Son at Hensall. The new mill was built to replace the one destroyed by fire last fall. 50 YEARS AGO The Exeter Fair Board has engaged the Juvenile Highland Band of London for Fair Day. Highland Pipers, fancy dancers etc. should make a special feature for the Fair. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Sanders returned from their honeymoon trip last week and are now be- coming settled in their home on Main Street. Among those attending Toronto Fair this week are Mrs. G. Hockey, Mrs. F. Boyle, Miss Stella Southcott, Miss Laura Har- vey, Mr. and Mrs. W, S. Howey, Miss Mary Ann Tom and Mrs. Al Cann. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Rivers of Exeter received a telegram from Ottawa informing them that their son Pte. Bert Rivers, who en- listed with the 161st Battalion and went to the firing line shortly after their arrival in England, had been wounded in the side and leg on August 23. The latter played a major part in one of the highlights of the day—the daring robbery at the Bank of Montreal, that ended with Ecker being shot by a keen- eyed sherriff and then strung up at the library. His body was carted off by a couple of under- takers, all of which proved to be hilarious. However, we must express words of praise for the thief's wife. While many women would have been in tears at the sight of a husband being strung up on the nearest tree, Mrs. Ecker turned Out to be More historically mind- ed and stood nearby and filmed the entire event for posterity. Just think of the interesting home movies the Jesse James family could have enjoyed had Mrs. James been as interested 25 YEARS AGO With work progressing rapidly at Camp Ipperwash, the Canadian Army's million dollar advanced infantry training centre between Grand Bend and Forest, it was Indicated that the big centre will open September 15. Several of the 48 buildings being erected on the 2,200 acre site are nearing completion. Distribution of more than half a million perrnanent rationbooks started through the post office MOndaY. 'rho books will be valid September 8. 10 YEARS AGO Nineteen-year-old Voldemar Gulens, son of Doctors Voldemar and Mirdza Gulens, Dashwood, became the first student at SHDITS to receive first class honors in nine upper school subjects. Highlight of the back-to-school Season in this district will be the opening of the new $120,000 Hensall School which was con- structed this spring. Approval for the building of a 14-bed nurses' residence for South Huron Hospital was re- ceived from the Ontario Services Commission Tuesday, Seventy-five district boys and girls passed Red Cross swim- ming tests last 'week following instruction at Exeter Kinsmen playground this slimmer.