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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1974-08-22, Page 1..3.4160.1“11..1•4 • - !Aff.••••••••••atf . .....••••••••••fr gif••••••••••••1 ta• To vote on town .hall issue Exeter electors will be asked to decide the future of the town hall through a question to be placed on the ballot at this December's municipal election. However, just how that At the present time, council members are awaiting word on whether their bid for the old post office has been accepted. They propose to use it for municipal offices. were several non-residents who had signed the petition and it was indicated that several children (one as young as six or seven) had been included on the petition. Reeve Derry Boyle, who said he didn't have much faith in petitions, said he could probably get just as many to sign saying they wanted the present town hall torn down. Hoogenboom .noted that other communities had restored their town halls and that a man in- strumental in preserving the Petrolia town hall would be happy to talk to council on the subject. Mayor Delbridge said that Clinton had an estimate of $400,000 to preserve their town hall "and they have a better building than ours". While most council members have previously indicated they would not support any move to refurbish the town hall, they did agree to put the question on the ballot. However, it was noted that council did not have to adhere to the decision made by the ratepayers. question will be worded has not been decided. The subject came up at Mon- day's council session when Councillor Ben Hoogenboom presented a petition carrying signatures of people wanting to save the present structure. He said he didn't know how many names were on the petition, but said there were "quite a few". One council member who counted the names said after the meeting there were 162 names. Some members noted there Bean festival in Zurich Approve petition on liquor laws Exeter council this week en- dorsed a resolution from the Town of Whitby asking for a review of the procedures whereby special permits are ap- proved by the Liquor Ligence Board. The resolution noted there was now considerable "frustration and anger" on the part of those applying for special permits. While council gave their sup- port to the resolution. Mayor Jack Delbridge suggested Ex- eter should circulate a petition asking for all of Ontario's liquor laws to be reviewed, He termed the present laws "stupid" and said the govern- ment should come up with something modern. ONE, TWO, THREE, — . — Susan Jensen figured there were 158 jelly beans in the jar. It was one of the contests at the Penny Carnival put on by the Exeter Playground children at the sidewalk sale on Saturday. :lamgretZeZ ENJOYING HER FRESHIE — Two year-old Michele Pfaff didn't wait to find a nice grassy spot to sit on to enjoy her drink and cookies at the Zion United Church Bible school in Crediton on Friday. She thought the sidewalk was just fine. Plan legal, medical information at GB One Hundred and Second Year EXETER, ONTARIO, AUGUST 22, 1974 Price Per Copy 25 Cents Club gets $5000 grant for addition, fence, lights it would be suitable for use by the Senior Citizens. "We are very pleased that the proposal has been accepted," Rec. director Jim McKinlay said. "Our concern now is for those people not served by those two clubs" - Lawn Bowling and Men's Euchre club. The budgets for these projects are on a quarterly basis and the acceptance of one will not hinder the second group's chances for a grant McKinlay said: "it will depend on what monies are available." had been suggested as a project that would benefit all of the seniors of the community. This hall could then be used as a regular meeting place for the seniors during the daytime when the scouts and guides are not in the hall. It was decided, however, to take advantage of the program now and to reapply for a second grant in November to cover the costs of buying tables and chairs, a refrigerator and making repairs to the Scout House so that Fly-in at Sexsmith to feature corn roast A popular local event which has been missing for a couple of years will take place Sunday at A plan to establish a legal, para-medical information ser- vice in Grand Bend for the 1975 summer season was given ten- tative approval by council, Monday night. Kim Ainslie, a law student at McGill University and Patrick Doorly, a third year medical student this fall at the Royal College of Surgeons made the presentation. Both are residents of Goderich, The young men said they would be providing information only and would be working closely with doctors, police and the legal profession. They have received general and qualified approval for the scheme from Sgt,Leighton of the Grand Bend OPP detachment, Dr. W. O'Connor of the Grand Bend Medical Centre and Bill '-Dyer, the village's solicitor, Now having approval from the local community, Ainslie and Doorly will be attempting to get financial backing. They hope to receive this from the federal government's OFY program, Ontario's Youth Secretariat and private companies in Western Ontario. The legal branch will attempt to provide information: on what the law actually says concerning citizens' legal rights, privileges and obligations in federal, provincial and municipal jurisdictions. The sources of professional Plan opening at post office SAFETY TESTS — Youngsters attending the Lucan Fair had a chance to participate in safety tests provided by the Ontario Provincial Police. In the above picture, Marci Holroyde of London goes through the checkpoints with the help of Constable Gord Barker of the lucan detachment, T-A photo advice will also be made available whether it be a lawyer, justice-of-the-peace, police constable, social service agents, or a local Provincial or Federal public servant. Explanation of the Ontario Government's legal aid system will be equally as beneficial. The second purpose of the legal branch will be to consult and offer assistance to those persons who find themselves in "distress". In these situations every effort will be focussed on informing the individual or persons as to the relationship between their "distressed" state of affairs and the law of the land. To this Ainslie added, "I would hope I could help people not to make a bad situation worse. This particular approach may prove to be more relevant in the case of foreign tourists." "Thirdly, it would be my in- tention to organize a lecture series with presentations to be given on a rotating basis throughout the community. Civic officials will be invited to par- ticipate. The Sergeant of the local O.P.P. has already accepted our offer." "This legal service will be structured to satisfy solely the initial requirements in the preliminary stages of legal redress or consultation." Mr. Doorly hopes to provide vitally-needed information and —please turn to page 3 All roads Saturday will lead to Zurich For the ninth annual Bean Festival, Chairman Ray McKinnon and his very active committee have again come up with an excellent program of entertainment along with the usual delicious baked beans. In past years, visitors have come from far and wide to taste the scrumptious beans. The day-long event begins at 8 a,m. when members of the Zurich Minor Athletic Association will be providing old fashioned break- fasts of pancakes and sausages. At 11 a.m, the menu will switch from breakfast to the delicacy of baked beans and tasty sliced ham. Beans will be served throughout the day. A Bean Festival Queen will again be chosen Saturday. Preliminary judging of all contestants will take place at 5:30 and an hour later final judging takes place on the large stage at the corner of Victoria and Mill streets. Two runners-up will also be chosen. Last year's Queen Sandra Campbell is now Miss Canada and will be unable to attend. One of the 1973 Princesses Wilma Weiberg will be on hand to crown the 1974 winner. Continous entertainment will be provided all day for young and old. Other attractions include a horseshoe pitching championship and a large midway for the children. The Mercey Brothers will be playing for a dance at the Zurich arena at 9 p.m. Packaged beans of all descriptions will be sold in booths at various locations throughout the village. As well, there will be farm products on sale and display including dutch apple pie, honey and other home-made products. The central area of the village will be blocked off to form a mall and visitors are asked to co- operate with the various detour and parking signs. Area merchants and numerous service and church organizations will have displays and articles for sale along the mall route. The Bean Festival has grown larger each year since its in- ception in 1966. All profits derived from this venture are earmarked for community betterment in the form of a swimming pool fund. Loses way, then temper must pay fine of $150. A Kincardine man who lost his way, then lost his temper, ended up losing $150 in a fine imposed by Judge Glenn Hays in Exeter court, Tuesday. Brian Wallace Moore, was charged with careless driving on July 22 on Algonquin Drive in Huron Park. The court learned he failed to stop at a stop sign and drove at an excessive speed of 55 in a 30 zone. In his defence, the accused said he had never been in Huron Park before and when he became lost, lost his temper, and was trying to get out of the area as quickly as possible, the Sexsmith airport, located north of the Exeter Cemetery in Hay township. Airport operator Leonard Greb and an enthusiastic group of area fliers are staging a fly-in Sunday and are expecting a large number of visiting aircraft. Greb said this week he ex- pected a team of acrobatic fliers from Brampton to do their stunts Sunday. Also on the agenda will be sky divers from the UWO sky diving club of London. The day will again feature a corn roast. In the past corn has proved very popular with the visitors. Spectators will be allowed on the grounds free of charge. Corn and hot dogs will be available at a reasonable charge. A number of free draws will be held for free plane rides for children, Other local pilots participating in the fly-in will be Elmer Rowe, Bob Jeffrey, Don Bell, Harry Dougall, Don Lewis, Jake Marks, Emmerson Penhale, John Webster, Bob Caldwell, Bob Martin and Norm Martin. Exeter council agreed this week to ask district post office officials to stage an official public opening of Exeter's new post office. The decision came after Bev Rabbets, assistant post master, said several residents of the community had asked if an of- ficial opening would be held and he noted that the request for such an event had to come from town council. He said he didn't know what an official opening would entail, but said there would be no cost to the town. While approving the request, council left the decision of a date up to post office officials. Mr. Rabbets said it would probably take place in September. A group of retired people in Exeter is among 140 across Canada to receive NewHorizons grants announced this week by Health and Welfare Minister Marc Lalonde. The Exeter Lawn Bowling Club, in connection with the Exeter Men's Euchre Club have received a grant of $5,000 to update facilities to provide a year-round program of activities. The grant, which was applied for in June will cover the costs of "updating inadequate lighting system on the greens; enlarging the clubhouse to permit renovations of the washroom and ..,..ichange area; tapping into the town sewage system instead of the old septic tank system; finishing insulation of the clubhouse so that it can be used year-round; and erecting a fence along the southern property line to restrict pedestrian traffic a- cross the greens. The Lawn Bowling Club hopes to achieve these goals with the help of the grant, the Exeter RAP committee and by using the skills, knowledge and labour of the club members for the bulk of the construction work. The total project will cost $6,400. In addition to the grant money the Club will raise $400 and RAP will donate $1,000 towards the fencing and lighting. At meetings held in June between Rec director McKinlay and the several Senior Citizens' groups in the community is was decided that they would go ahead and apply for the New Horizon's grant on behalf of the Lawn Bowling Club. The June deadline for the proposal meant that there was insufficient time to co-ordinate, all of the groups because the Senior Citizen's Club would not be meeting again until September. Renovations to the Scout Hall A fine of $100 was levied against Brian Flannigan, Seaforth, who was also charged with careless driving. On May 12 at 2:00 a.m., he lost control of his vehicle and it left the road and rolled over. John Kowalchuk, Huron Park, was ordered to keep the peace and be of good behaviour after appearing on a charge of threatening. His ex-wife said she had been threatened by the accused and told the court she wanted to have Kowalchuk leave her and her children alone. The accused denied having made any threats, but Judge Hays said there was reason to believe there has been harassment. In other cases, heard by Justice of the Peace Douglas Wedlake and Judge Hays, the following fines were imposed, Please turn to page 3 MAKE DONATION TO THE ARC WORKSHOP — Children from the Exeter Playground made a donation of $100 to the Adult Rehabilitation Centre in Dashwood on Monday. The money was raised in a bikeathon a couple of weeks ago when about fourteen children from the Playground rode from Exeter to Grand Bend and back. The proceeds also went towards a camp-out and a penny carnival. Making the exchange at the workshop are, from the left: Susan Crawford, Exeter; David Stebbins and Dan Carter of the ARC workshop; Joan Skinner and Michelle Vandergunst of Exeter and Marilyn Clifton of the ARC, T-A photo Hearing not necessary Sign fine quashed by court A planned hearing into a re- quest made by Peter Aunger regarding his new home on Sherwood Crescent has been cancelled, Aunger had appealed to the committee of adjustment to allow a minor variance in the required setbacks because the foundation of his home had been improperly constructed, Council had told the local school teacher they would oppose his request because the founda- tion was set on an angle on the lot and did not look proper. The foundation has now been ripped out and a new one con- structed, alleviating the need for the hearing, "Everyone's happy," building inspector Doug Triebner advised this week Exeter's solicitors, Raymond & McLean, advised council this week that charges against Tim MacFarlane Real Estate for erecting a sign contrary to local bylaw should not have been proceeded with in Exeter court last Week. The firm was given a $100 fine by Justice of the Peace Douglas In Tuesday's court session in Exeter, the conviction against the real estate firm was quash- ed. The Times-Advocate was unable to find out if the case would be heard again or whether it has been dropped. Wedlake for erecting a sign Drain costs rise, need another okay The Ontario Municipal Board this week approved the capital expenditure for the proposed Anne St, drain. However, a new approval will be required because the es- timated cost of the project has- jumped. Originally estimated at $150,- 000, the cost has now been set at $170,000 by engineer B. M. Ross & Associates. Council will have to advise the OMB of the increase and will also notify officials in charge of winter works projects as it is in- tended to carry the project out under this scheme. Do it (notify of the increase) before it. goes up another $20,000," Councillor Ted Wright commented. Works superintendent Glen Kells advised that none of the easements required for the new drain have been secured as yet. The drain will parallel the pre- sent Anne St. drain from edward St. to a point mid-way between William and Carling in an effort to reduce flooding in the core area. larger than allowed in a residen- tial zone. The solicitors, in a letter read Monday, said they had agreed with the firm's lawyer to have the matter set over and that was why the firm was not represented at the court sitting. It was indicated that the firm would probably appeal the deci- sion and would call the town's solicitors as witnesses and therefore council would have to hire another lawyer to represent them at an appeal hearing. Building inspector Doug Triebner, who appeared at the court session to represent the town, said the charge would have been tossed out of court had he not attended, Triebner said the town solicitors had not told him that any agreement had been made with the defence lawyer to have the matter set over until a later date. He also indicated he was tak- ing the matter up with his own lawyer. Council members agreed that Triebner had the authority to prosecute the charge and appear in court as directed and agreed to take no farther action, pending the appeal. • WINNER OF BOARD OF TRADE DRAW The winner of the riding lawn mower in the recent draws` pan- sewed by the Exeter Board of Trade was Ross Haugh, assistant editor of the T,A. At the right of the above picture he receives the keys from B of T president Don Webster. At the left is sidewalk days chairman Jon Dinney, T-A photo