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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1975-06-26, Page 24 (2)1 0 e rVows to ■ Jun.26, 1975 mages high In area mishaps RDamages totalled 15,200 in five 3'xidents investigated this week officers of the Ontario ovincial Police detachment at wean. :Thursday at 9:50 p.m. vehicles 'iven by Paul Smuck, RR 3, erton and Peter Goudy, RR 3, can collided on County road 23, quarter of a mile south of pncession 10 in London town - t t;sip. Constable G. N. Wilcox set I mages at $900. Delmar Barnes, RR 3, Ailsa aig was taken to University o spital, London Friday night 'hen he suffered a concussion in n accident on Highway 7 two piles east of Ailsa Craig. Barnes was driving a tractor hen it was in collision with a ehicle driven by James Clarke, 'etawawa. Constable Wilcox westigated and listed damages t 11,500. Sunday morning at 2:30 a.m. a ehicle driven by Richard Wood, tR 2, Ilderton left the London- .obo townline, .1 mile south of :oncession 14 in London township nd rolled over. Constable D. R. = lance set damages at $1,000. Olive Mary Hodgins, RR 2, .ucan is in St. Joseph's hospital, .ondon suffering fractures as the esult of an accident on County oad 22 at 10:30 p.m. Sunday. The vehicle shewas driving left he roadway just south of County - oad 13 and struck a culvert. amages were estimated at 1,000. Another single vehicle accident uesday at 1:35 sent two persons St. Joseph's hospital, London uffering cuts and bruises. A vehicle driven by Kenneth mkay, London was damaged to he extent of $800 when it left the oadway and struck a fence. emkay and a passenger errence Heffernan, also of London were hospitalized. :onstable James Craig in- iestigated. Luccin and district news Phone 227-4714 Correspondent: Mrs. M.H. Hodgins Superintendent speaks Graduation at St. Patrick's The remodelled gym at St. Patrick's school was beautifully decorated on Thursday evening for the grade 8 graduation. Streamers were hung from the ceiling and on the walls ws a "train", each car of which contained the silhouette of a pupil together with a profile of in- terests, awards and ambitions. The tables were decorated with flowers and candles. The principal, Mr. K. J. Schenkel as M.C. welcomed everyone and introduced head table guests. Patrick Crunican, Chairman of the London & Middlesex Roman Catholic Separate School Board and a parent proposed the toast to the graduates who were presented by Marilyn Groenewegen and Dany Thompson. Robert O'Neil, Supt. of Development spoke on behalf of the Administration wishing all the graduates the very best. Pins, certificate and booklets were presented by Mr. Schenkel and John Ziler, teacher of Grade 8. The new principal, Des Salaiz, speaking briefly, said that Mr. "Mr. Schenkel would be a Many area participants in Lions day of sports Lucan and District Lions Club Sports Day was another great success this year, held on Saturday, June 21 in the Park. The following are the results of the various events Group I - boys 7 & 8 years old, Shean Rooney; Girls 7 & 8, Pam Bibbs; boys 5 & 6, Scot Finlayson; girls 5 & 6, Brenda King; boys 4 years old (25), Michael Radcliffe; girls 4 years (25), Tammy Willais;boys crab (all ages), Jr. Alister Craig, Sr. Francis Giesen; girls crab (all ages) Jr. Wendy Corbart, Sr. Fr. Lynn Butler; boys kangaroo, Jr. Brian Haygarth, Sr. Francis Giesen; girls kangaroo Jr. Jacki Arnold, Sr. Lynn Butler; boys 3 - legged, Mark Koehn and Henry Giesen; girls 3 -legged. Susan Huffman and Nancy Van- denHeuvel; boys "all four" race, Doug Smith; girls "all four" race Kim Emery; boys sack, Jr. Jeff Shipley. Sr. Ron Glenn. Girls sack, Jr. Kim Emery; boys wheelbarrow, Dave Dickson and Tom Emery; girls wheelbarrow, Kim Emery and Brenda Dykeman; boys one legged, Barry Hodgins; girls one legged, Lynn Butler; husband and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Rooney; mother and son, Pat Hirtzel and Bradley; father and daughter. Alf Williams and Tammy; mother and son 3 legged, Sheila Bouchart and Blaine; father and daughter 3 legged, Alf Williams and Judy; couples "holding hands" Fenno DeVries and Margaret Vaderaa; senior citizen shoe kick, Betty Bates. Group II - Boys 9 Alister Craig; girls 9, Janet Gilmore; boys 10, Stephen Glenn; girls 10, Penny Emery. (These were all 75 'yards); boys 7 and 8 (50 yd.), Ricky Emery; girls, Jennifer DeGraw; boys 5 and 6, Michael Hirtzel; girls. April Emery; boys 4 (25) Neil Rooney; girls, Jane Holden, boys crab (all ages) Jr. Shean Rooney. Sr.. Paul Wraith, girls crab (all ages) Jr. Day Camp 0, Lucan Public School daily 9-4 (twp. children bring lunch) Children 4-12 years REGISTRATION Monday, June 30 SEASON FEE 11.00 per child 12.00 per family Karen Beaucage; boys kangaroo Jr. Ted Hall, Sr. Mark Koehn girls kangaroo, Jr. Connie Jergens, Sr. Margie VanBussel boys 3 legged, Brian Haygarth and Chris VanBoxmeer; girls 3 legged, Karen Beaucage and Wendy Earhardt; boys "all four' race, Francis Giesen; girls "all four" race, Penny Emery; boys sack race, Jr. Jerry Emery, Sr. Tom Emery. Girls sack, Bonnie Richards; boys wheelbarrow. Ron Glen and Barry Hodgins; girls wheelbarrow, Cindy Bakker and Lynn Butler: boys one legged, Tom Emery; girls one legged, Wendy Earhardt; husband and wife. Jim and Mareitta Shipley; mother sod son, Peggy Rooney and Neil; father and daughter, Larry Howard and Tara; mother and son 3 legged race. Betty Bates and Jeff; father and daughter 3 legged race. Hubert Rooney and Karen Radcliffe; couples holding hands. Larry and Jackie Arnold; senior citizen shoe kick, Beatrice Joyce; boys 9 (75 yd. Jerry Emery: girls, Kim Harrison; boys 10 (75 yd.) Doug Smith; girls, Connie Jergens. Group III - Boys 7 and 8, Michael Vanden Heuvel, girls, Mandy King; boys 6 (50 yds.) Dwane Dixon; girls, Heather Blay; boys 4, Bobby Boom; girls, Bobby Joe Richards; boys crab race, Jr. Jeff Shipley, Sr. Doug Smith; girls crab race, Jr. Connie Jergens, Sr. Wendy Hearn; boys kangaroo hop, Jr. Craig Sykes, Sr. Tommy Emery; girls kangaroo hop, Jr. ReNae Norton, Sr. Kathy Holland; boys 3 legged race, Tony O'Brien and Michael Vanden Heuvel; girls 3 legged race. Tracey DeBoer and Gisele Williams; boys "all fours" race, Alister Craig: girls "all fours" race, Wendy Earhardt; boys sack race. Jr. Alister Craig, Sr. Tim Culbert; girls sack race, Wendy Earhardt. Boys wheelbarrow, Doug Smith and Paul Gilmour; girls wheelbarrow, Karen Radcliffe and Lisa McKenzie; boys one legged race. Ron Glenn; girls, Marjorie Dykeman, husband wife, Alfred Williams and Karen; mother and son, Beth Radcliffe and Michael; father and daughter, Jim Shipley and Lori; mother and son 3 legged race, Peggy Rooney and Shaen; father and daughter 3 legged race, Jim Shipley and Lori; couples "holding hands", Jeff and Lori Shipley; boys 9 year old, Jeff Shipley; girls, Jennifer De Graw; boys 10 year old, Michael Neil; girls, Joyce Earhadt. The Lion members hope to see everyone again next year but remind you of the Lucan Lions' F'air August 15, 16 and 17. Point system for TOPS The Lucan Tops Club opened their weekly meeting with the Tops Pledge. Eighteen members answered the roll call with a total overall loss of 28 pounds in one week. Plans were made for a point system, commencing July 2, to determine distribution of funds at Convention '76, in Toronto - so it is all up to the members how much they earn. The meeting closed with the Tops prayer. real challenge to follow, but he would strive with hard work, to do the things which had been accomplished in the past few years." Frank Mcllhargey, who has represented the school in numerous public speaking competitions, was chosen as Valedictorian. He gave an ex- cellent address, following grade 8 from the first day in "the big yellow monster" through to the end of June with "pleasant memories". Mrs. Peggy Rooney introduced the guest speaker for the oc- casion, Father Casper of Belvoir Centre, the Provincial Superior of Priests of the Sacred Heart. Father Casper challenged the members of the graduating class to think more of others than of self, to get an education and training, perhaps a haircut, a job, get married and raise a family. These follow naturally, but Christianity challenges everyone MOTHER AND SON RACE - In the mother and son piggy back race of the Lucan Lions sports day, Saturday, Beth Radcliffe and son Michael ore ready to roll. T -A photo CGIT entertain their mothers The Lucan C.G.I.T. mother & daughter banquet was held on Thursday evening, June 19, in the United Church General Assembly Room. Special Guests were Rev. & Mrs. Ray Brewster, Rev. John Holland and Rev. Mrs. Ewart Madden, and Mrs. William Froats with two of the four Explorer Graduates. President Gwen Densmore welcomed the guests, Donna Hodgins offered the Toast to Canada, Wendy Hearn, to the Church. Brenda Dykeman to the Mothers, replied to by Mrs. Roy Dykeman, Karen Taylor welcomed the Explorer Graduates. A graduation service was held for Karen Mason and Sheila Smith. conducted by asst. leader Alice Ilolden. Those taking part were Mr. Madden, Mr. Brewster, Wendy Hearn and Karen Taylor. Gifts were presented to the leaders by the members, in appreciation of their work during the year. The entertainment was headed by Brenda Thompson, featuring several skits "Is it Time"? "Strolling in the Park", "Caveman" and "the Doctor's Office", as well as piano selec- tions and a duet. Mrs. Randy Paul, the leader, would like to thank the two graduates for co-ordinating the banquet also Mrs. Wm. Cochrane and Mrs. M. H. Hodgins for their assistance in the kitchen. to go tanner and take respon- sibility for the wider family of mankind, because all men are brothers. Father Casper paid tribute to Mr. Schenkel, as a key figure in making this school a human edifice of learning. Susan Manders thanked the guest speaker and presented the head table guests with the graduation booklets. Awards for the year are as follows: highest academic award, Marilyn Groenewegen; student making the most progress from September to June, Bernie Giesen, gen- tlemanship, Dany Thompson; ladyship, Mary Vereyken. The latter two 815.00 awards are given yearly by Father McGraw. Mr. Schenkel thanked all who had helped to make the 1975 graduation banquet so very successful and wished the graduates success in the secondary school of their choice in 1976 and in the years to come. Janet Vanden Heuvel presented Mr. Schenkel with a beautiful desk set from the grade 8 students, and Ken Cocquyt made the presentation to the school, an electric fry pan for the kitchen. Mrs. Fred Grimminick, Arts and Crafts . instructor, thanked Mr. Schenkel for the leadership given in the school and parish during the six years he has been principal at St. Patrick's. The appreciation of those present was shown by the prolonged applause, and thus ended another suc- cessful graduation. Peltdowala Mr. & Mrs. James Lockyer and family were guests with his sister and husband, Mr. & Mrs. Ken Fisher, Camlachie, on Saturday on the occasion of a visit from another sister and her husband, Mr. & Mrs. Stanley Cruikshank, Richard's Landing, on St. Joseph's Island, 35 miles west of Sault Ste. Marie. Mr. & Mrs. Evan Hodgins attended the graduation at Roosevelt Public School in London, last Wednesday evening. Their granddaughter Marion, daughter of Dallas and Bob Robinson was presented with four awards. Marion will attend Clarke Road High School in September. Mr. & Mrs. Cliff Abbott at- tended the 25th wedding an- niversary of Mr. & Mrs. Cleve Coleman, Whalen last Tuesday and also attended the Armitage picnic at Weldon Park, Arva, on Sunday. Rev. & Mrs. E. O . Lancaster, a former Rector at Holy Trinity Anglican Church are holidaying on Prince Edward Island. Last Sunday they attended the church where Mr. Iancaster was or- dained. Mrs. Merle Sumner, London, and her sister Mrs. Mable Jackson, Toronto, both former Clandeboye residents, visited their cousin, Miss L. E. Abbott, last Wednesday. Mrs. M. H. Hodgins attended the Crampton U.C.W. celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Church Union, last Wednesday, when members presented a "Ladies Aid" meeting skit and a fashion show of gowns from the mid to late 1800's and early 1900's. Pictures of past years were also passed, and everyone enjoyed meeting old friends. The weatherman really smiled on the Senior Citizens last week when he provided ideal weather for the picnic at Springbank on Tuesday, and the barbecue on the McCormick lawn on Wednesday. Two busloads from the McCor- mick Home attended the picnic. Mrs. P. G. Price celebrated her 96th birthday on Saturday at the McCormick Home, and by going out to dinner with friends. If you like "live theatre" be at the church at 7:15 to go with members of the Couples' Fellowship to Grand Bend for Barefoot in the Park" at the new Country Playhouse. Congratulations to Paul Kight on his appointment to the part time Staff of the Faculty of Music at Western. LUCAN REVIVAL CENTRE A PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH INVITES YOU TO WORSHIP WITH US SUNDAY: Sunday School Morning Worship Service Evening Service MONDAY: Prayer Meeting TUESDAY: Bible Study FRIDAY: Youth Service 10:00 o.m. 11:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. FOR FREE SUNDAY SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION CALL 227-4877 Pastor: Rev. Roymond A. Brewster Senior citizens celebrate week Senior Citizens' Week was celebrated in Lucan with "Open House" at the Club Rooms on Tuesday afternoon and evening. The "Busy Buddies" and some members of the Sunshine group displayed and demonstrated crafts. A film was shown at both sessions, and those who wished had a game of euchre. Refreshments were served. Thursday, due to inclement weather, the second celebration to be a "Picnic in the Park" turned into an indoor picnic in the lower hall of Holy Trinity Anglican Church. Approximately 40 seniors gathered for a pot -luck luncheon followed by various contests conducted by Muriel Cobleigh and Agnes Hotson. Later in the afternoon members who so desired went to the club rooms for euchre. This afternoon will be the last organized meeting of the club until September. Everyone doing the bead work is urged to be present to complete their pieces ready for the fair, or for them- selves. MIDDLESEX JUNIOR FARM SPORTS - The annual track and field meet of the Middlesex Junior Farmers was held Saturday at the futon fair grounds. Above, officials Marjorie MacRae and Wendy Hardy take the registration of Debbie Urbshgtt.of Ilderton for the girls 440 yard dash. T -A photo Lucan Financial Statement Auditor's Report To: The Members of Council, Inhabitants and Ratepayers of the Corporation of the VILLAGE OF LUCAN We have examined the 1974 financial statements of the Cor- poration of the Village of Lucan. Our examination included a general review of the accounting procedures and such tests of accounting records and other supporting evidence as we con- sidered necessary in the circumstances. In our opinion these financial statements present fairly the financial ,position of the Corporation of the Village of Lucan as at December 31st, 1974, and the results of their operations for the year then ended, in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted for Ontario municipalities applied on a basis consistent with that of the preceding year. London, Ontario KIME & COMPANY May 23, 1975 Licence Number - 215 Statement of Revenue and Expenditure for the year ended December 31, 1974 1974 ' ' 1973 $ $ Accumulated net revenue (deficit) at the beginning of the year 4,476 (10,912) EXPENDITURE General government 28.891 Protection to persons and property 16,454 Transportation services 82,974 Environmental services 23.877 Social and family services 4,222 Recreation and community services 5,280 Community planning and development 3,615 Financial expenses 3,837 Region or county -share of expenditure18,523 Education 58,945 REVENUE Taxation Contributions from other governments Other Accumulated net revenue (deficit) at the end of the year Analysed as follows: General revenue 18,036 22,775 78,216 17,179 2,288 931 3,603 2,321 18,690 53,273 246,618 217.312 147,045 149,105 89,192 56,975 38,113 26,620 274,350 232,700 32,208 4,476 32,208 32.208 4, 476 4 476 Statement of Capital Fund Operations for the year ended December 31, 1974 1974 1973 $ $ Unfinanced capital outlay (Unexpended capital financing) at the beginning of the year CAPITAL OUTLAY Capital expenditure Protection to persons and property Transportation services Environmental services 946 Recreation and community services 777 1,723 11,117 16,360 CAPITAL FINANCING Long term liabilities incurred 17,000 Contributions from other governments Contributions from the revenue fund Other 7.650 1,011 40,370 11,117 52,498 29,818 27,923 24,650 57.741 Unfinanced capital outlay (Unexpended capital financing) at the end of the year (11,810) Consolidated Balance Sheet as at December 31, 1974 ASSETS Current assets 1974 $ Cash 28,533 Accounts receivable 40,545 Taxes receivable 19,070 Other current assets 1,022 89.170 Capital outlay to be recovered in future years 74,663 LIABILITIES 11.117 Recreation Committee Statement of Receipts and Disbursements for the year ended December 31, 1974 RECEIPTS Arena rental $20,331.44 Swimming pool 3,555.70 Provincial grants 2,862.45 Municipal grants 100.00 Rentals - Snack bar 1,160.00 - Grounds and sign 1.164.00 - Barn 526.95 Public skating 3,376.55 Interest 1,176.20 Miscellaneous 601.78 DISBURSEMENTS Administration 5.120.54 Capital expenditures 8.422.64 Light, heat and water 6,143.49 Repairs and maintenance 4,426.37 Salaries and wages 20.452.54 Supplies 143.52 834,855.07 44,709.10 Deficit for the year 9,854.03 Surplus, January 1 16,058.90 Surplus. December 31 $6,204.87 Waterworks Statement of Revenue and Expenditure for the year ended December 31. 1974 1974 1973 $ $ Accumulated net revenue (deficit) at the beginning of the year 28,988 24588 EXPENDITURE Operations Power and pumping 1,645 1.406 Water transmission and distribution 9,173 8,790 Administration 1,185 958 Total operating expenditure 12,003 11,154 Principal payments and interest charges on long term debt 12472 9336 Total expenditure 24,475 20,490 REVENUE Sale of water 29,313 24,188 Other revenue 1199 702 Total revenue 30,512 24890 Accumulated net revenue (deficit) at the end of the year 35,025 28,988 Waterworks Balance Sheet as at December 31. 1974 ASSETS Current Assets Cash Accounts receivable -sale of water Capital outlay to be recovered in future years From waterworks revenue 231,668 231,668 235 468 236,466 1974 2,712 1,088 3.800 1973 4,016 782 4,798 LIABILITIES Current liabilities Payable to own municipality 443 7,478 Long term debt financed by the municipality 66,000 69,000 Accumulated net revenue (deficit) 169,025 159.9 443 7,478 235,468 236,466 Notes to Financial Statements 1. CHARGES FOR NET LONG TERM LIABILITIES Total charges for the year for net long term liabilities were as follows: Principal payments Interest $ 1973 The total charges shown above were recovered from the $ municipal enterprises for which the related net long term liabilities were incurred. 50 2. PROVISION FOR RESERVES 31,136 Provisions for reserves amounting to $5,000 are included in 24,345 the Statement of Revenue and Expenditure. 3. BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION 3,000 6,072 9,072 55, 531 80,117 163,833 135,648 Current liabilities Temporary loans 5,000 Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 6.153 Other current liabilities Net long term liabilities Reserves and reserve funds Accumulated net revenue (deficit) and unapplied capital receipts 11,153 74,663 34,000 44,017 26,526 3,588 3058 33,172 69,000 29,000 4,476 163,833 135,64$ The Consolidated Balance Sheet reflects the assets and liabilities of the revenue fund and capital fund of the municipality. Assets and liabilities of local boards of the municipality have not been consolidated. 4. NET LONG TERM LIABIUTIES Total long term liabilities incurred by the municipality and outstanding at the end of the year amount to $ 83,663 • Of the long term liabilities shown above, the responsibility for payment of principal and interest charges has been assumed by others for a principal amount of 9,000 Net long term liabilities at the end of year $ 74,663 5. CAPITAL OUTLAY TO BE RECOVERED IN FUTURE YEARS Some capital outlay does not represent a burden on general municipal revenues, as it is to be recovered in future years from other resources: Municipal enterprises X74,663