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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1975-07-24, Page 1Three area men will contest PC nomination There will be at least three names to choose from when the newly formed Huron-Middlesex Progressive Conservative Association meets to pick a candidate at the South Huron District High School on Monday night. William Amos of RR 8, Parkhill, James C. Hayter of Goderich and Ivan Hearn of Lucan have all indicated they will Two men were sentenced to six months in jail when they ap- peared before Judge Glenn Hays in Exeter court for sentencing on a charge of cultivating of nar- cotics. Thomas Wesley Pike, Huron Park, and Anthony Harold Brown, London, were charged last September after RCMP and OPP found approximately three acres of marijuana growing in 13 different plots in Hay Swamp. Charges against Sandra Diane Monk were withdrawn. At the time the charges were laid, police estimated the value of the marijuana at $500,000. It was destroyed. Pike and Brown had pleaded guilty to the charge at a previous court session in Goderich and the case was set over for sentencing on Tuesday. Lawyers for the two stated that the quality of the marijuana grown in Canada was inferior to that of other countries and that the value as estimated may not e as high. It was noted that Pike is greatly interested in botany and a great deal of experimentation was being done by the two men out of curiosity. On seek the nomination. Chief financial officer of the party executive, Lorne Klein- sliver, Dashwood, told the T-A that written nominations were required to be in the hands of the secretary Ruth Hill, RR 2, Lucan, 24 hours in advance of the nomination. This is required in the new constitution adopted by the association at its founding The court was also reminded that none of the marijuana was sold and no profits were realized—only 'a lot of work. When the crop was found, a large number of styrofoam cups were found at the various plots and police speculated that the seedlings had been started in another location and transported to the swamp for planting. Some seeds were also found in orange juice jugs at the scene. Special prosecutor Peter Raymond, Exeter, commended the RCMP and OPP for their work in the case. Two area youths, Brian Douglas McArthur and Robert Cameron McArthur, RR 3 Dashwood, were found guilty on a charge of possession of stolen property at Tuesday's court and each was given a suspended sentence of 12 months and placed on probation. The two were charged after two brass flower vases were found in a box of clothing in a bedroom by OPP Constable Bill McIntyre. He recalled that two vases had been' reported missing from Trivitt Memorial Church in Exeter and he and Exeter Con- - Please turn to page 3 sustained serious injuries and was taken to University Hospital, while the other two London men were taken to St, Joseph's Hospital. Box Ambulance of Parkhill and Hoffman's Ambulance, Dashwood, took the injured men Retie Beck meeting in Dashwood in May. • Apart from the three can- didates mentioned, no further nominees have announced their intentions, All three men who have stated their intentions are well known in the area and are all experienced in municipal affairs. WILLIAM ANIOS William J. Amos of RR. 8, Parkhill was born and raised on the family farm on which he resides in McGillivray Township near Lieury, Mr. Amos attended Lieury Public School and Parkhill High School prior to graduation from the Ontario Agricultural College in 1951. He has been clerk of McGillivray Township since 1954 and also operates a 270 acre beef and cash crop farm. In addition, Mr, Amos is sugar beet fieldman for Canada and Dominion Sugar Company for seven years serving in the Parkhill Centralia and Kippen areas. He owns and operates W. J. Amos insurance in Parkhill and the Donald G, Banting Insurance Agency in Lucan. Mr. Amos is also active in many other aspects of the community. He is secretary- treasurer of the Ontario Farm Drainage Association and a director of the District Trust Company, He is a trustee of the Huron Country Playhouse and a member of the advisory com- mittee of the Ontario Agricultural Museum in Milton. An active member of the Parkhill Lions Club he was District A-1 Governor on 1966-67 and chairman of District A Lions Board of Governors for Ontario and Quebec in 1967-68, Mr. Amos has been a member of the Ausable-Bayfield Con- servation Authority since 1961 and served as chairman from 1969 to 1972. He is also a member of the Masonic Order, Mocha Temple and Lieury United Church. In 1967, he was awarded a Centennial Medal for outstanding service to the community. Mr. Amos supports the Progressive Conservative Party in Ontario. He stated the policies of the Conservative government have been good for the people of Ontario. "Future generations will Receive writ to stop permit Exeter building inspector Doug Triehner was served with a writ, Tuesday, ordering him to refrain from issuing a building permit to Mel Gaiser and James Kneale for their proposed office building on the former Cann's Mill property on Main St. The two are principals in Townhouse Properties and the writ was served on behalf of Bill Rowe of Exeter Electric. Rowe is claiming that a 15-foot right-of-way be left between his building and the proposed office complex. Reeve Derry Boyle called a special meeting of council Tuesday night to bring members up to date on the situation and to outline action he had taken as acting mayor. He said he had called the town's Stratford solicitors, Mountain, Mitchell & Monteith and had talked with Mr. Mitchell. The latter said he would advise the court that the town had no interest in the situation and would absolve themselves of all responsibilities to either of the parties in the dispute. A motion was passed at the special meeting to concur with the action taken. Another motion was presented by Garnet Hicks that Gaiser and Kneale be advised that the town has received the writ and that no permit will be issued. He suggested this be done in view of the fact Townshouse Properties had been earlier advised that a permit mould be issued as soon as they met the requirements outlined to them in a letter from the building in- spector. His motion was also approved, to the hospitals. Police report that both vehicles were demolished in the crash, Total damage was listed at $2,150, Beck was reported travelling west on the Crediton Road and Ilaggitt was southbound on High- way 81 when the vehicles collided at the intersection, OPP Constable Ed Wilcox investigated, assisted by Sgt. Norton Rhiness and Constable Jim Rogers, On Friday at 5:45 p.m., six people were injured—including four children—when two cars collided at the intersection of concesssion 6-7 of Stephen and Huron St. West., Drivers involved were Angela Vandeworp, RR 1 Centralia, and Arlene M, Wood, RR 3 Dashwood. Both drivers sustained cuts and bruises, while four children in the Vandeworp vehicle were also hurt. Most serious was six-year- old Craig Vandeworp, who was taken to St, Joseph's Hospital for treatment of fractures to his leg, jaw and collar bone, Also taken to the London benefit from the decisions that have been rnade„" he Com- mented. "I like Bill Davis, as he is a man who makes decisions, and will make decisions which may not always be popular among the people of Ontario but it is for the good of the province of Ontario." Bill Amos The EXeter Board of Trade and president Ben Hoogenboom came in for sharp criticism from members of Exeter council this week for having closed Main St. off for Friday's sidewalk sale. Councillor Ted Wright broached the subject when he said he was concerned with the manner in which the closing was undertaken. He said council had previously decided that the street could not be closed due to the planned construction on Andrew St. "It seems to me that when a group or individual can over-rule a motion, we become a poorly hospital by Hoffman's Ambulance was four-year-old Rebecca Vandeworp, who sustained 'a fracture. Everett and Adrienne Van- deworp, age 11 and 12 respec- tively, were treated at South Huron Hospital. Everett remained in hospital several days after the crash, while Craig is still in hospital in London. Constable Larry Christiaen investigated and set property damage at $2,200 , He reported that the Van- deworp vehicle was northbound on the concession road and the Wood vehicle was travelling east on Huron St. when the vehicles collided, Two other area youths sustained cuts and bruises when the pickup truck in which they Were riding went out of control on County Road 11 about half a mile north of Highway 83 at 6:00 p.m., Sunday. Driver of the truck was Allan Lovell, RR 1 Centralia, while his passenger was Peter Case, RR 3 Exeter, The truck Went out of control "I have always been interested in people and 'all my life have been involved in serving people," said Mr. Amos, "I realiie member of the Legislature must be interested in people and in recognizing and serving their needs. I would like to do this for the people of Huron-Middlesex." JAMES C. HAYTER A twenty-year veteran of municipal politics, 47-year-old James C. Hayter of Goderich and formerly of Dashwood is also seeking the nomination. Mr. Hayter told The Times- Advocate he believes in the Conservative Party. "The Progressive Con- servative party has been good for the people of both Huron and Middlesex and we have to get a government member representing the new riding of Huron-Middlesex," he said. Referring to Conservative leader William Davis, Mr. Hayter said he didn't feel there was anyone in the province who could "match his administration ability." Asked what he thought the main issues of the election would governed body," he stated, ad- ding that he was not very pleased with the manner in which the street was closed. "It was a direct contravention of council's decision," Reeve Derry Boyle added. Boyle then asked works superintendent Glenn Kells to explain the situation, Kells said that he had told members of the board of trade "there are the barricades, do what you want," Wright rejoined the discussion to say that the closing had been done illegally and noted that the police and the ministry of when the driver applied the brakes to avoid hitting an unknown animal that crossed the road. The vehicle went into the ditch and rolled over with resulting damage of $2,000. The other accident of the week was reported at 10:00 p.m., Saturday. William Hay, RR 1 Zurich, told police he was travelling west on Highway 84 just west of Zurich when an unknown vehicle approached from the rear and hit his bumper. Damage to his car was listed at $25 by Constable Don Mason, During the week, the local detachment officers charged 55 people under the Highway Traffic Act and issued warnings to another 35, There were seven charges under the Criminal Code and seven under the Liquor Control Act. In the weekly press release OPP Cpl. Ray Brooks urged motorists to use more caution when approaching rural hi- tersettions. He explained that vision is reduced by crops, particularly corn. be, Mr, Hayter said he felt it was too early to formulate policies to be used until the election is called, Mr. Hayter, an automotive dealer in Goderich for the past four years and in Dashwood for the preceding 23 years, started his political career as a trustee in Jim Hayter with the major vocalist; Susan . With the girls T-A photo transportation and com- munications had not even been notified that the street was being closed. "It was a real mess, and if we can't be the law of the town, then our usefulness is passed," Wright stated, adding that had an ac- cident occurred, council could have been placed in a very un- pleasant situation, Boyle indicated he had advised Hoogenboom that council members were unhappy about the situation. Wright then suggested council write the Board of Trade ex- pressing concern, "but not reprimand them real badly." Deputy-Reeve Tom MacMillan then commented it was a "weird situation" and said one individual had apparently made the decision to close the street, "The motion isn't strong enough," he opined. "I agree," stated Councillor Barb Bell. Clerk Eric Carscadden in- dicated the ministry bad phoned his office to express concern over the matter. Shriners to join Dashwood parade Over 300 members of the Mocha Temple Shrine are ex- pected to participate in the Friedsburg parade at Dashwood 'on August 2. The Shriners will be par- ticipating in the Clinton Cen- tennial parade and will then move to Dashwood. The Dash- wood parade has been set for a later starting time to facilitate the Shriners. Heading the contingent will be Mocha Temple Potentate Harold Nichols, Kitchener. He was born Kippen and later moved with his family to Grand Bend. the village of Dashwood. Re later held positions as councillor, deputy-reeve and reeve of Stephen Township, serving a term as warden of Huron County in 1969. The former warden has also held positions as president of the Midwestern Ontario Develop- ment Council and as a member of the Ausable-Bayfield Con- servation Authority. IVAN HEARN Lucan reeve Ivan Hearn 'has announced he will seek the Progressive Conservative nomination. "I am interested in working for the community and in helping people," says Mr. Hearn who has been active in local politics for many years. He has been reeve of Lucan since 1968. Prior to that he served on Lucan council and has acted as senior reeve and county warden, Born on a farm in Perth County, just north of St. Marys, Mr. Hearn was one of a large family of seven boys and two girls, Ivan spent his boyhood Delays in rezoning have resulted in Exeter losing out on several commercial develop- ments over the past year and could lead to two more losses in the immediate future. Two delegations were in at- tendance at Monday's council meeting to seek permission to build commercial establishments in the residential area on Main St. north of the bridge, but both were told that the changes in the town's rezoning had still not been completed. In fact, discussion indicated that it would take up to two more years before the residential .property on the west side of the street in the vicinity of the Brewer's Retail is changed to residential. Appearing first before council were two St. Marys residents who explained they were interested in opening a Dixie Lee Fried Chicken outlet on the property adjacent to Les Pines Motel. Wilf Barkley said that once approval had been received from council, the store could be in operation within three weeks. Reeve Derry Boyle told the two men that to change the zoning would require an amendment to the present official plan and that this would be time consuming. "I don't know whether ° we should bend the bylaw or not," Boyle commented, hinting that he was slightly in favor of granting permission for the development without having the property rezoned. He said the property was not used at the present time and was a mess and that any development would improve it, The two St. Marys men were finally informed that council would make a decision and notify them within a few days. Local contractor Gus Gregus then appeared and complained about the fact he had approached council over a year and a half ago to have his property across from Jerry MacLean & Son rezoned to commercial, and nothing had been done in that regard as yet. Packed 'em in for party again Dr. Norm Amos, president for this years events, estimated 3000 to 4000 people attended the 31st annual Kirkton Garden Party, Wednesday. Lee Paul along with brother Gerald acted as M.C.'s for the evening. Lee said he felt the talent was as good as any the Garden Party had ever had, and also stated "that all the acts went over very well," In the amateur vocal class, first prize went to Lori Noyes, Lucan, second, Susan Vander Spek, Woodham, third, Liza McKenzie, Karen Radcliffe, and Anita Collard all of Lucan. First prize in the instrumental class went to Kimberley Heather, Kirkton; second, Bradley Selves, Fullarton and Laurie Westman, Anderson; third, Joanne Vor- stenbrosch and Carolyn Taylor Mitchell, Stratford's Festival Five took first place in the specialty class with second going to Anne Marie McQuaid, Seaforth. Third, were Jane Skinner and Cynthia Walkom, Fullarton. A ball game between Fullarton and Ina nshard midgets was another highlight of the evening, with Fullarton winning with a score of 6-0. All proceeds raised from the program will go towards com- munity work projects. years on the farm and in 1939 joined the army. After the war Ivan moved to Lucan and started in the dairy business, combining Park's Brothers Dairy and Lucan. Creamery into Hearn's Dairy, Ivan Hearn and his wife Kit, -- Please turn to page 3. Ivan Hearn Price Per Copy 25 Cents He said he has had some commercial customers in- terested in the property "and a few have slipped through my fingers and have gone to other towns." When told it may take another two years to get the rezoning approved, Gregus replied "people won't wail that long". Please turn to page 3 Gone! John Giffin, S of 95 John St., Ex- eter gets a dunking as the ball hits the target that triggers the plank. The water tank sponsored by the Exeter Softball League was a major attraction at the Sidewalk Solo Friday afternoon. T-A photo One area man died and 13 other people were injured—several of them seriously—as the district recorded a large number of serious accidents for the third consecutive week. Dead is 19-year-old Rene Beck, RR 1 Exeter. He was the driver of one 0f two cars involved in a crash at the intersection of High- way 81 and the Crediton Road on Friday at 8:25 p.m. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Coroner Dr, Charles. Wallace, Zurich, Dr. Wallace has indicated there will be no inquest. An obituary notice for Beck appears elsewhere in this issue. Beck was driving a 1962 Ford owned by Pierre Morneau, 17, 161 Columbia Drive, Huron Park. Morneau . was treated at University Hospital and released as was another passenger in the vehicle, Thomas McVeeney, 16, Crediton. Driver of the other car was Garry llaggitt, 19, London. assengers in his car included • ger Bunt, 19, Mims Lane, ' JndOn, and Michael Walker, 20, i, Highway Ave., London. Bunt COMEDY TRIO — These three Lucan area girls presented some laughs and some enjoyable singing when they appeared on the Kirkton Gordon* Party program. The three performed well -enouah to walk off with third prize in their division. From the left are: Lisd McKenzie, Karen Radcliffe and Anita Collard. T-A photo Gro ing narcoti s, pair get six o the One Hundred and Second Year Council reprimand board dead, 1 3 hurt in crashes TOPS AT KIRKTON — These three area girls displayed plenty of talent as they walked off prizes in Wednesday night's Kirkton Garden Party. From the left are: Lori Noyes, Lucan, top VanderSpek, Woodham, second in vocals; Kimberley Heather, Kirkton, first in instrumental are adjudicator Fidell Stewardson, London and chairman, Gerald Paul. Upset over street closing EXETER, ONTARIO, JULY 24, 1975 Lose commercial developm nt due to planning change del