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Huron Expositor, 2001-09-19, Page 4Opinion Letters Your Community Newspaper Since 1860 Tom Williscraft - Publisher Scott Hilgendorff - Editor Dionne McGrath - Subscriptions/dossifieds Bernie Pugh Office/Soles Susan Hundertmark - Reporter Anne Ra - Distribution Bowes Publishers Limited $J„q. L.,) al S. Mab C..r.- - A ()whew C.M.., E-mail us at seaforth@bowesnet.com Visit our home page at www.seaforthhuronexpositor.com SUBSCRIPTION RATES: LOCAL - 32.50 a year, in odvonce, plus 2.28 G.S.T. SENIORS: - 30.00 o year, in advance, plus 2.10 G.S.T. USA 8 Foreign: 28.44 a year in advance, plus $78.00 postage, G.S.T. exempt SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Published weekly by Signal -Star Publishing at 11 Main St., Seoforth. Publication mail registration No. 0696 held at Seaforth, Ontario. 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Box 69, $oaforth, Ontario, NOK 1 WO Member of the Canadian Community Newspaper Association, Ontario Community Newspapers Association "We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada, through tile Publications Assistance Program (PAP), toward our mailing cosh." Editorial There are ways even we can help after attacks onneighbours Last week's horrifying acts of terrorism have shocked the world and have had lasting impacts on everyone including those in Seaforth. The events of last Tuesday have literally changed the world as we have watched how we view ourselves and the world crumble around us as we watched the World Trade Centres crumble around downtown New York, killing thousands of people. A week later, it is still almost impossible to comprehend the events we have all watched unfold. And the world continues to hold its breath waiting for the next stages of these incidents unfold in what will change history. Every day brings new developments, new fears and new anger and outrage. But there are also stories of hope and courage that give us something to cling to. Even in a little community such as Huron East, that seems so far away from what has happened, emotions are strong and people have a need and desire to help. It is hard to sit back and not respond to what has happened and even though most of us have not had personal ties to what has happened, almost everyone is emotionally tied to what has occured. And it is hard to not feel frustrated by not being able to do anything but watch and wait as events continue to unfold. But there are some small outlets that even people in Huron East. can use. For those eager to help, Canadian Blood Services is taking blood donations at its facility in London in the event more blood supplies are requested from the United States and there are two avenues to donate funds as well. The Canadian Red Cross will take credit card donations by telephone to assist the American Red Cross and the Huron United Way is collecting funds that will be sent to the United Way of America to assist. Donations to assist in relief efforts can also be made at the CIBC and TD banks. Appointments at the London branch of Canadian Blood Services should be made to avoid long waits as people respond to the crisis. They can be reached at 519-681-6781. The Canadian Red Cross can be reached at 519- 681-7330. The Huron United Way can be reached at 482- 7643. Scott Hilgendorff How to access us • Letters to the Editor and other submissions can be made to us by noon on Mondays at: seaforth @bowesnetcom • All letters and submissions must be signed and accompanied by a day -time telephone number. All sbbmissions are subject to editing for both length and content. Dont forget to check out our homepage at: wwwaesfortithuronexposillitcom The Tower Tragedy You saw the towers, then the planes Then the towers burst into flames Then they fell, like a piste of trash Giants toppled with a crash We couldn't believe what our eyes had seen Just smoking Debris where the towers hod been Thousands buried beneath the rubble To reach survivors complicated the trouble Because the rubble was unstable tt was a dangerous task, even when they were able But police and fkeman do what they can, To rescue each woman, child and man The rest of us look on in awe, We can't believe what our eyes just saw It was a horrendous thing to do It seems like a nightmare But its not, Ws true But the people of New York are tough They'll survive, even though Ws rough We want them to know we are their friends, And will help them 'till their nightmare ends They're not heros, Only cowards those maniacs who destroyed the towers In the world's eyes These acts of terrorism can only be despised If you think that this will go away It won't until the guilty ones will pay To our American friends: God Bless our neighbours and help them in their time of trouble and remember, But for the grace of God it could have been anyone as these are irresponsible cowards who respect nothing. As neighbours, we share your anger and grief. Betty Evans Bayfield, Ontario Terror continues while hatred reigns One of the first things I did when I heard about the jet airliners crashing into the World Trade Centre was to call my aunt who lives very close to New York City in Teaneck, New Jersey. After a couple attempts on an understandably overloaded phone system, I got through and spoke to my emotionally -shaken but physically -safe aunt. At the school where she teaches, parents had been arriving all day to take home their kids. And, since she arrived home after battling crazier -than -usual traffic from the exodus of New Yorkers off the ferry from by Susan Hundertmark their Manhattan homes, she had been hearing emergency sirens every 20 minutes. "It really feels like a war zone around here right riow. It's terrifying," she said. And, while she and her partner had visited the World Trade Centre weeks before, they were thankfully elsewhere when disaster struck. But, she remembered being in "the city," as she refers to New York, once during a bomb threat and could relive the terror of racing through city streets with crowds of people who thought they were running for their lives as she, like me in Seaforth, watched the mayhem on television from her living room. "This really is one of the most dangerous places to live," she said. And, while she's never become an American citizen, my aunt mourned all the loss of life and was angry at the country that's been her home for more than 35 years. "We think we're so smart but look what's happened. If anything good comes out of this I hope it's more tolerance and understanding between people. I hope people finally learn," she said. But, with U.S. President Bush's declaration of war on terrorism, it seems she is not likely to get her wish. With a "long and sustained" assault on terrorism planned, Bush has asked for "patience because the conflict will not be short, resolve because the conflict will not be easy, strength because the course to victory may be long." SM TERRORIST, Page 5 S eaforth would like a new town hall built September 17, 1926 In the election, South Huron re-elected Thomas McMillan by the magnificent majority of 1,144, the greatest Liberal triumph in the history of the riding over the Conservative choice, Andrew Hicks. Mr. and Mrs. James Scott, with their relations from Scotland, motored to Walkerton and visited Rev. and Mrs. R. G. McKay. About 25 of the girl friends of Miss Gladys Addison gathered to her home at Brucefield, to spend a few hours prior to her leaving for Orillia where she will train for a nurse. • Wm. Duggan of town brought into the Expositor office several large leaves taken' from tobacco plants, one of which measured 36" long, by 19" across. Last Thursday evening the Seaforth Lions Club held the regular bi-monthly meeting at the Commercial Hotel. Lion Dr. Chas. McKay presented the brick college with a half acre of land. Mrs. James Sproat of Egmondville was called to Detroit owing to the illness of her daughter, Mrs. Horton. The many friends of Wm. McDougall regret to learn that he fractured his hip in a fall at his home in Egmondville. J. F. Daly, the local Ford agent, sold his 100th car this season, 65 were new cars. He took over the Ford agency in 1910. September 21, 1951 Eleven -year-old Rose Mary Lane, of McKillop escaped with bruises when she was trampled by a 1500 pound Clydesdale which she was exhibiting at the Stratford Fall Fair. She was knocked down and the horses foot came down on her leg and arm. Northside United Church Years agone... choir in an impressive dedication service on Sunday morning received new gowns in pretty shade of blue, Rev. D. A. McMillan conducted the service. Joseph Warden of Staffa, celebrated his 90th birthday. Mrs. Margaret Broadfoot and Miss Belle McClure have moved to the home of Mr. Bert McClure in McKillop. Stewart McCall and Allan Searle were on a motor trip to the Canadian West in search of stocker cattle. Mrs. J. B. Russell, Mrs. W. J. Thompson, Mrs. J. C. Greig, and Miss M. P. Patterson were in Goderich attending the afternoon service held at North St. Church when, Mrs. Ida White Reg. N. was honored on her leaving for service in the church. Ronald Sills left for Windsor where he will attend Assumption College. Mrs. Geo. Eaton, Mrs. James Barron and Mrs. Alex Cuthill attended the McKillop School Fair. September 20, 1901 At the last meeting at the Public Library Board, Miss Emma McIntosh of Brucefield was appointed librarian. The library will be placed at the Post Office. Andrew Swan, one of the pioneer farmers of Stanley, died at his home adjoining the village having reached the good age of 78 years. He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. Miss Isobelle Cottle of Farquhar is the proud possessor of a new organ. Miss Robertson of Harpurhey left with us some delicious peaches which grew on a tree. in her garden. Dr. Beldon has disposed of his dental practice of F. W. Tweddle, late of Brussels. Dr. Beldon intends going to Toronto. The town flag was flying at half mast as a token of respect for the late President McKinley. Mr. and Mrs. M. Y. McLean were in Buffalo taking in the sights at the Pan American. John R. Hogg, Mathematical master in the Collegiate Institute here left for Boston where he will take up post graduate work at Harvard University. A carload of hogs was shipped from here by Geo. Chesney, and Robert Winter which represented over $2,000. A young boy named Constable employed in R. R. Clark's sawmill had two fingers taken off by a saw. John Dale Jr., Huron Road, Tuckersmith at Alma, had five horses killed by the train. The horses were pasturing in a field near the track and got through the fence and were struck by the late express at night. Miss Ida McSpadden of Winthrop has returned from Toronto where she attended the Exposition, Miss Sammie returned with her. Robert Bonthron of Hensall, left for Boissevain, Manitoba where he intends assisting his sister, Mrs. E. Nichol who is engaged in the Marcantile business. September 22, 1876 Seaforth wants a new town hall for public meetings, lectures and entertainments. The present room is quite unfit for such purposes. The better policy would be to pull down the old market house and erect an entirely new building. A. Calder, photographer, has disposed of his property in the burned out district to Adam Gtey, of the firm of Grey and Scott. We understand that Mrs. Griffith has sold her property to Messrs. Jones and Rowcliffe. The new Methodist Church on the 9th Con. of McKillop, near Winthrop will be opened on Oct. 1. A serious accident occurred on the farm of Henry Hudson. A man named Chas. Troyer was engaged in working a threshing machine, when his arm became entangled in the gearing in such a way as amputation was necessary. Allan Mitchell announces this week that he has opened out a general store in the block opposite the Commercial Hotel. The hotel property of Mr. Powell together with the stables and two lots adjoining were sold by auction to a Mr. Hurley of Strathroy for $7,500. September 23, 1976 When a car driven by Jim Diegel, Brodhagen was in collision with a gasoline pump at Archie's Sunoco, Goderich Street East early Saturday morning the pump was torn from its base. Seaforth firemen quickly extinguished the fire that erupted from spilled gasoline. Damage was estimated at $2,000. Harry Lear was the guest soloist at the Sunday morning chapel service in Huronview and was accompanied at the organ by his wife, Gail. Brian McGavin of R. R. 4, Walton is only 13, but he won the junior champion at the Huron County plowing match on Saturday. Plowing ability is probably in Brian's blood as his father Neil and his grandfather, the late Gordon McGavin were both champion plowman.