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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1967-03-09, Page 1ONE SECTION THIS ISSUE Single Copy Not Over F ifteen. Cents. Wingham, Ontario,, Thursday, March 9, 1967 Will develop former sawmill area Canada mourns a noble man At the regular meeting of council on Monday evening a draft plan presented by William Walden and Edward Elliott for a sub-division on what is known as the old sawmill property was given approval. The sub-divis- ion allows for 14 lots on proper- ty bounded by Shuter and James Streets. The land was former- ly owned by The Wingham Saw- mill Company and has been owned latterly by Mel Jermyn. Mayor Miller explained to council that the Wingham and District Planning Board had giv- en approval in principal to the COUNCIL PASSES SUB-DIVISION PLAN. plan, but in dealing with the sub-dividers had tried to make arrangements so that one lot not in the plan would not be land- locked. Mr. Walden said that he and Mr. Elliott had agreed to make an attempt to pur- chase the lot in question but the owner had asked an "exorbitant price". Mr. Walden said the whole scheme will be dropped before being forced to buy the lot at too high a cost. The mayor indicated that the sub-dividers and the Planning Board will have to meet again. Council members saw the draw- ing of the proposed plan for the sub-division and several express- ed the view that the town badly needs the development. HYDRO PROPERTY A letter from the Ontario Hydro sparked a spirited discus- sion by eouncilmembers. The letter requested council to com- Canada's opening Centennial year has been saddened by the death of one of her most distinguished sons. Governor-General George Minas Vanier, gallant veteran of two wars, gifted lawyer and diplomat, representative of his Queen in Canada since 1959 and warmly human administrator, died on Sunday just a few weeks short of his '79th birthday. General Vanier's intense interest in the welfare of his nation had been, from the time of his appointment to the vice-regal position, the mark of his service. The General and Madame Vanier were deeply interested in all aspects of Canadian life, particularly in home and the family. Everywhere they went the warm and human quality of their own characters was felt by those they met--whether boys in camp or diplomats at the high- est level. During the past few years, when the nagging problem of bi- cultural differences has plagued the nation the Governor-General and his lady provided the most convincing evidence of the worth of Canada as a united nation with an important mission to be ful- filled by its peoples of whatever national origin. The General emerged from the heavy actions of the First World War as a much-decorated lieutenant and the second war found him back in action. . He was caught in the risky evacua- tion of France and escaped to serve his country for the remain- der of the conflict. He was generally considered the " father" of the famous " Vandoos", the Royal 22nd Regiment of the Canad- ian Army, made up largely of French-Canadian soldiers, which served with outstanding gallantry in two wars. Public figures, including Queen Elizabeth, Prime Minister Pearson and all other leaders in national and provincial govern- ments have expressed their deep-felt sorrow at the passing of a man whose fine qualities had become a guiding mark for all that was best in Canadian life. Chief Justice Robert Taschereau of the Supreme Court of Canada has been sworn in to fill the office of Governor-General until a permanent appointment has been made by the Queen on the recommendation of the Canadian government. The body of the soldier-statesman rested in state in the Sen- ate chamber at Ottawa from two o'clock Monday afternoon, where thousands of Canadians from every level of life, as well as members of the government and the diplomatic corps filed past in expression of their respect for a dedicated servant of the people. A state funeral was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Roman Catholic Basilica. To proceed with plan for downtown facelifting job plete arrangements for the pur- chase of a large lot owned by Ontario Hydro at the corner of Victoria Street and William St., for the sum of $2,500. Mayor Miller said the Swim- ming Pool Committee had the lot in mind for the pool and had asked the town to communicate with Hydro for its purchase. However, it was pointed out by Councillor Williams that the committee was a volunteer or- ganization and it would be fool- ish to involve the council in the purchase of the property. Coun- cillor Bennett asked what coun- cil wanted the property for. ALONG THE MAIN DRAG By The Pedestrian Councillor Williams said, "Why would we buy it when we have nothing to do with the commit- tee?" Mrs. Bennett asked if the committee had any money and the Mayor answered that it did not. Councillor Williams said there is no realistic reason for buying it. Councillors Walden and Bate- son then told council that if the property was not going to be used for the swimming pool the local branch of the Legion was interested in it. They suggest- ed that if the town purchased the lot, the Legion would be willing to buy immediately for use as the sire for a new Legion home and community centre. The problem was left with Mayor Miller who will com- municate with Hydro again in order to get the matter settled. GENERAL BUSINESS Council passed the necessary motion for daylight saving time to start on April 30th; passed all accounts; approved building per- mits for $19, 000; passed a by- law authorizing the sale of de- bentures bearing 610/0 interest for the current sewage program, and agreed to have committee chairmen meet for budget dis- cussions. Councillor Bateson, chair- man of the property committee, outlined a few ideas for renova- tion of the clerk's office and council chambers and council decided to allow $2, 500 for this work. The council also ap- proved the cost of lumber for flower boxes for the band stand at the suggestion of the cen- tennial decorating committee, as well as a centennial emblem for the town hall. Councillor Bennett suggested that as the PUC intends to paint the light standards, the flower pots should be painted before they are put up. She also moz- ed that the streetlights on Jose- phine Street should be lowered if it is feasible. Council agreed and the problem will be taken up with the PUC. Councillor Williams reported that the Development Commit- tee had met with two represent- atives of a prospective industry Please Turn to Page Nine The committee of the Wing- ham Business Association named to investigate the possibilities of refurbishing main street prop- erties met on Monday evening to discuss the various sugges- tions which have been put for- ward. Guest at the gathering was Guenther Heim, local art- ist, who commented on the methods by which the appear- ance of the business area of the town could be improved. Construction on Highway 86 by-pass slated for spring JOHN PATTISON, left, was one of the mas- ters of ceremonies for the Legion public speaking contest on Saturday. At right is Ted Moszkowski, who was chairman for the event. With them are Alma Beard, winner of the Pattison Trophy, and Dor- othy Elliott, who won The Advance-Times Trophy, They represented junior ele- mentary school and junior high school re- spectively.—A-T Photo. The minister of highways has announced that tenders will be called shortly for the comple- tion of the Highway 86 by-pass south of Wingham. I Construction of the cause- overhead signs is advocated if the maximum effectiveness of such a plan is to be assured, but the committee agreed that this phase might be programed over a period of years. Upshot of the meeting was that canvassing teams will ap- proach each of the businessmen and property owners with the proposal that an assessment of $35.00 per store be met to de- fray the cost of the preparation of color sketches from which an over-all plan of redecoration can be carried out. The first set of sketches will be prepared immediately so that the earliest possible start can be made on the work, It is hoped to have most of the street re-done by the time Centennial festivities begin this summer. He said that the use of har- monious color schemes on the buildings is by far the most ef- fective way of creating a fresh and attractive atmosphere. Minor alterations to the physi- cal structure of some buildings might also be suggested. The eventual removal of Alton Adams named new plant manager Herb Fuller buys Lion's Head store way from the easterly limits of the town across the prairie to connect with the present route of Highway 86 at its juncture with Highway 4 has been de- signated -as Project No. 9-60-2 and will call for the placing of fill, grading and surfacing to form the new connecting link. Project 16-60-1 is the build- ing of two bridges west of No. 4 to replace the present bailey bridges. Third portion of the work, Project 16-60-2, is the resurfacing of the present route of Highway 86 through the town of Wingham. When completed the route of the highway will carry traffic entirely across the prairie with- out passing through the town. Herbert E. Burgess, general manager of Stanley-Berry Ltd. announced last Thursday that Alton Adams has been promot- ed to plant manager on the res- ignation of Herbert A. Fuller. The latter has held the position since the Berry Door Co. was formed here in 1956. The appointment is effective April 1st. Mr. Adams has held the post of purchasing agent and for the past two years that of assistant plant manager. Scouts sign for Centennial tour Herbert A. Fuller, a native of Wingham, and plant manag- er of the Stanley-Berry Ltd. gar- age door company since 1956, has resigned his position with that firm as of April 1st and will move to Lion's Head in the Bruce Peninsula, where he has purchased a hardware and build- ing supply store. Mr. Fuller will be greatly missed in Wingham for he has been one of our most active citizens. He has been promin- $1300 in damages but no injuries in two accidents Oldtimers to meet Kin hockey team Can the old boys really make a come-back? That question should be answered at a hockey game scheduled for the Wing- ham Arena on Friday evening, March 17, when the Saugeen District Oldtimers will square off against a team to be iced by the Wingham Kinsmen Club. So far the Kinsmen have not released their line-up, but the list for the Oldtimers reads like a "who used to be who" of hoc- key fame. Here they are: Sparky Weiler, Walkerton;Jack Pym, Kincardine; Jim Need- ham, Ripley; Don Gravette, Hanover; Gord Cerson, Tees- water; Dave Nixon, Durham; Gord Becker, Paisley; Bev Wood, Chesley; Harold Greer, Lucknow. Admission tickets, which al- so entitle the holders to prizes which will be drawn for at the game, are on sale throughout the Saugeen District. Proceeds from the game will be used to assist the Saugeen District Cen- tennial Tour. Traffic accident hospitalizes two Alton Adams TWO TROPHY WINNERS in Saturday's public speaking contest under Legion auspices were Linda Wilson of Brussels, second left, who won the Dr. W. A. McKibbon Trophy, and Lynne Workman, second right, winner of the Stanley-Berry Limited Trophy. Left is Willis Hall, Legion president, and at right is Cy Robinson, also of the Legion, who acted as master of ceremonies in one auditorium.— A-T Photo. 1111111111111.011 iiiiiiii 11111,1 tttttttttt 111111 tttttttt 1411 iiiiiiiiiii t iiiiiii 1 iiiiiiiiiiii 1 iiiiiiii 1111111 llllllllllllllllll 111111.1ill Succeeds Bill Elston Final registrations have now been made by the Scouts and leaders who will take part in the Saugeen District Centennial Tour, The cavalcade will leave Walkerton on June 30th for a three-week trip to Ottawa, Expo '67 and on through the Maritime provinces. Several buses, trucks and station wagons will be required for transporta- tion of the Scouts, leaders and supplies. Leaders from Wingham and district who will assist on the tour are Fred Steinmetz, Dr. I. McKim of Lucknow, Murry Fri- denburg, Norman Shepherd, Hugh Sinnamon, Don Rintoul and Ivan Wheeler. The Scouts who have signed up are: David Gibson, Bruce Henry, Doug Gammage, Ted Ahara, Doug Thomson, Norman Gorrie, Lloyd Fridenburg, John. Sehipper, Terry Reid, Bob Shaunessv, Barry Fish, Ian Shep- herd, Kenneth Aitcheson, Bill Fuller, Michael Walden and Lenny Johnston, all of Wing- ham and Charles Thompson of Whitechurch. Gordon McGavin heads Huron Liberal Assoc. 90th BIRTHDAY BELMORE-- Our grand old man, William Curie, this week celebrates his 90th birthday. We of the community wish Mr. Curie 'Many Happy Returns of the Day'. Two teenage girls, Mary Beth Vath, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Vath and Frances Ducharme, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Verdun Ducharme, were hospitalized as the result of a 'traffic accident Friday evening in which they suffered bruises and abrasions, They were re- leased on Sunday. The mishap occurred when they were in collision with a car driven by Joseph Kerr. Mr. Kerr was travelling west on Di- agonal Road and had slowed to wait for oncoming traffic be- fore turning into his driveway, when the two girls were in col- lision with the car. They had been walking into town from the Vath home, on the north side of the road. The accident hap- pened about 7.30 in the eve- ning. The two young ladies were taken to the Vath home by a passing motorist and later to hospital for observation. The accident was investigat- ed by Wingham town police, assisted by officers from the Provincial Police. detachment. Two accidents were investi- gated by the Wingham Police last week, in addition to the personal injury accident which is reported elsewhere. On Wednesday evening at about 5:15 p.m. cars driven by Neil J. Aberle of R.R. 2 Wing- ham and Lloyd Carter ofCharles Street, Wingham, collided on Riverside Drive, directly be- hind the Brewers Retail. The Aberle car, owned by Roy Aberle and driven by his son Neil, was entering River- side Drive when it was in col- lision with the Carter car which was proceeding east. Damage was estimated at about $250 to each car. Chief J. Miller in- vestigated. On Friday evening at about 11:45, a car driven by Robert Skinn of Wingham collided with a parked vehicle owned by Stuart Holloway of Victoria St. West. The accident occurred in front of the Holloway resi- dence, Mr. Skinn stated that he pulled to the side of the road to avoid an oncoming car. Ice at the side of the road caused him to lose control and strike the Holloway car. Damage was estimated at about $600 to Mr. Skinn's vehicle and about $200 to the Holloway car. The mis- hap was investigated by Consta- ble D. Foxton. IN OMA SERIES-- The Wingham Midgets, who last Friday evening clinched the WOAA championship by defeat- ing Clinton, will meet Dresden for the Ontario Minor Hockey Assoc. championship. First game of the round will be in Dresden on Saturday night, March 11 and the Dresden boys will be back here next Tuesday night, March 14. Let's fill the arena and give these great young players a boost toward victory. 0-0-0 SWEET SOUND-- Have you heard the crows calling to their pals and girl friends out in the woods? Ad- mittedly we may not like the tune so well when the corn patch is showing green, but right now the old crow's song carries the sweet essence of the coming spring. 0--0--0 LOTS OF IT HERE-- Conservation authoritieshave declared that there is little danger of flooding in most sec- tions of the province because there is little snow piled up to make a spring run-off. It is quite evident that the announce- ment was made by someone who hasn't been in Wingham this winter. 0-0-0 IN ARMS RACE-- Called in to see "Slim" Bou- cher at Chatham last Saturday where we found him engaged in the manufacture of weapons for the Canadian Army. Seems that the local militia and gun club, along with Indians from Walpole Island will stage a monster re-enactment of the Battle of Moraviantown this sum- mer and Slim and his gun club friends are filling an order for 24 authentic replicas of the muskets used by the fighting men of 1812, He has six or seven completed and they cer- tainly look and fire like the real article. Centennial calendar ATTENDS SEMINAR Attending a week-long sem , filar in Gravenhurst for Beaver Lumber managers is Clarence Duquette, manager of the Wing- ham branch. had better be careful that Hur, on riding didn't have someone from Middlesex representing them. He noted that when Stephen was part of the Middle- sex riding, two Huron residents had represented Middlesex, Agriculture Minister 1. J. Greene -also told the trietnbert that Huron should be a "safe seat" for the Liberals flow they have part of Middlesex in With: them, Laporte, St. Joseph;Dan Mur- phy, Goderich; Robert Simpson, Port Albert; Ephriam Snell, Hul- lett; Harry Strang, Usborne; B. W. Tuckey, Exeter. Mayor Jack Delbridge wel- comed the '2,50 Association members to Exeter, and the PC supporter told the audience he was a rose among thorns, He then drew a round of applause by saying he perhaps should re- fer to himself as a thorn among roses. Former Middlesex MP Robert McCubbin spoke briefly, tell. ing the Association they were fortunate in having the town- ships of McGillivray and Bide dulph, along with Lucan and Ailsa Craig, added to the. Hut, on riding. "Our loss is your gain," he said, telling the members they . „ complete. their school terms in Witigham Walton area implement deal- er Gord McGavin was elected president of the Huron Liberal (federal riding) Association at its annual meeting in Exeter on Friday, He succeeds William Elston, Wingham. Elected vice-presidents of the now-enlarged riding were: Ross Tuckey, Exeter; James Taylor, Hensall; Max Harper, , Goderich; William Leiper Jr, , Mullett; John Broadfoot, Tuck- ersmith; Calvin Kramer, Brus- sels; Colin Campbell, Wingham; Jack Rosser, McGillivray. Harold Shore, Goderich, continues as secretary and Ivan Kalbfleisch, Zurich, was nam- ed treasurer. Advisory committee. mem-, bers are; Howard Aitkens, God- each; Earl Campbell, Hensall; George Ingles, Clifford; Noel ent in Masonry and the Angli- can Church and served for 18 years on the Public School Board and latterly has been a member of the vocational ad- visory committee of the Huron Bruce District High School Board. He is an honorary mem- ber of the Royal Canadian Leg- ion. He started his career at the Western Foundry where his fa- ther was superintendent, and before joining the Berry Door Co. in 1956 he was a partner with Lloyd Carter in Wingham Metal Fabricating, a firm specializing in sheet metal work. The Lion's Head business was operated by the Bruyn family for many years. The long- established business caters to village and farm trade of the Lion's Head district as well as to an extensive tourist traffic in the summer months. The new owner has named his business the Lion's Head Hardware and will also handle marine sup- plies. Mr. and Mrs. Fuller will move to Lion's Head, where they will have living accommodation in the same building. Their two children, Wendy and Bill, will May 9 Cadet inspection at Wingham District High School at 7:16 p.m. Car stolen here recovered same day in Brampton A late model car was stolen in Wingham on Sunday and re- covered later the same day in Brampton. Witnesses in Bramp- ton said two youths were seen leaving the car. Descriptions were given and the pair are be- ing sought by police. The car, driven by Neil Ed- gar of R.R. 4 Wingham, was parked by Mr. Edgar in front of the Wingham United Church about 9:30 a.m. On leaving the church near the noon hour, Mr. Edgar noticed the car miss- by and notified police. Brampton police recovered the car at 11:45 Sunday eve- ning. It was not damaged. In- vestigation showed that the car had been abandoned about 11 Cm. At the time of the theft, the car was owned by Len Craw- ford Motors of Wingham but has since been purchased by Mr.Ecl.. gar.