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Times-Advocate, 1987-01-21, Page 25Times -Advocate, January 21, 1987 Page 1 1 A BIRTHS — COULTHARD — Larry and Elsie Coulthard are pleased to announce the ar- rival of a new playmate for Rebecca, Rachel Mabel was born at 3 a.m., January 17, 1987 at St. Marys Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. She weighed 7lb. 3 oz. The pro- ud grandparents are Norman and Jeanne Coulthard, St. Pauls and Mabel Schofield, Parkhill. 3c TRAQUAIR — Kevin and Cathy are pleas- ed to announce the birth of their son on January 12 weighing 6 Ib. 14 oz. Proud grandparents are Herb and Shirley Broom, Exeter, Doug Dawe, Grand Bend, and Dan and Christine Traquair, Exeter. 3nc WUERTH — Steve and Cindy of Calgary, Alberta are proud to announce the birth of their son Reynold Donald on December 28, 1986. A first grandchild for Don and Marj Rolheiser of Calgary and first grandson for Ray and Willa. 3i• ANNOUNCEMENTS — Mr. and Mrs. Henry Becker, 10 Bismark St., Zurich will be celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary January 24. 1987. Congratulations from your family. 3c Congratulations to the Exeter Precision Club especially the junior team and Susan. Keep up the good work. We can hardly wait for the ice show. Bc Andrea and Linda Hendrick, Carrie and Carole Deitz, Crystal -and Lois Jones DEATHS — EDWARDS — At University Hospital, Lon- don. Friday. January 16, 1987, Marjorie June Edwards of -Exeter; in her 58th year. Beloved wife of Wilbert (Chub) Edwards of Exeter and dear mother of Mrs. Linda Kirkham of Mitchell, Wayne Edwards of Huron Park, Mrs. Vicki Anderson of Bin - brook and Beverly Edwards of Huron Park. Sister of Mrs. Lois Learn, Reg and King McDonald, Mrs. Ray Smith (Alda), all of Exeter, Ted McDonald of London, Mrs. Wanda Young of London, Don Bowden of London, Bob Bowden of Mt. Brydges, Mrs. Pat Wheeler of Edmonton, Terry, Sharon and Gary Bowden, all of London. Also surviving are eight grand- children. Rested at the Hopper -Hockey Funeral Home, William Street, Exeter; where the complete funeral service was held on Monday, January 19, 1987 at 2 p.m. Rev. C. D. Henderson officiated. Spring in- terment Exeter Cemetery. 3c MARRIOTT (Bruce) — On Sunday, January 18, 1987 at Wildwood Nursing Home, St. Marys, Ontario, Ethel Lovina Marriott ( Kleinfeldt) formerly of St. Marys and Exeter in her 85th year. Mrs. Marriott was predeceased by her husband Ross in 1982 and her first husband Frank Bruce in 1954. Dear sister of Verna Towle of London and Kenneth Kleinfeldt of Ex- eter. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews. Visitation was held at the Hopper -Hockey Funeral Home, William Street, Exeter, on Tuesday evening from 7-9p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 21 at 2 p.m. Spring in- terment in Staffa Cemetery. Donations to The Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. 3c DEATHS — BASSOW — At South Huron Hospital, Ex- eter on Saturday, January 17, 1987, Henry Carl "Harry" Bassow of Maplewoods Apartments, Zurich, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Matilda Maria (Ditt- mer) Bassow. Dear brother of Mrs. Matilda Tetreau and Miss Emma Bassow, both of the Bluewater Rest Home, Zurich and Mrs. Edith Miller of Timmins. Mr, Bassow is predeceased by three brothers and two sisters. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Visitation in the Zurich Chapel of Michael P. O'Connor Funeral Homes, 49 Goshen Street North, Zurich; where the funeral and committal service was conducted on Monday, January 19 at 3 p.m. Spring Interment in Emmanuel United Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympahty, donations to the charity of your choice would be ap- preciated. 3c BEDARD — (Former. Principal of St. David's School, Toronto). At South Huron Hospital Exeter on Tuesday, January 13, 1987, Gerald Joseph Bedard of Zurich in his 81st year. Beloved husband of the former Helen Ursula Newton; dear father of Richard and his wife Joan of Toronto and Joanna and her husband Raymond Ber- nardi of Brantford; dear brother of Lawrence cif Zurich, Clair of Windsor, Donald of Detroit, Mrs. Hazel Daly and Mrs. Mary Romanisyn both of Detroit, Beatrice (Mrs. Clarence Geoffrey) of Zurich and Joanne ( Mrs. William Merrier) of London. Gerald is predeceased by 1 son in infancy and by 5 brothers. Also surviv- ing are 4 great-grandchildren. Rested in the Zurich Chapel of the Michael P. O'Con- nor Funeral Homes, 49 Goshen St. N., Zurich until Friday, January 16 then to St. Boniface Roman Catholic Church for celebration of the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. with Father Paul Mooney Celebrant. Inter- ment in St. Boniface Roman Catholic Cemetery. 3c CARDS OF THANKS — DURAND — Pete and I sincerely wish to thank everyone for cards, flowers, treats, visits, phone calls and prayers while I was a patient in University Hospital and since returning home. To Mrs. Joan Baker many thanks, Rev. Bob Donnan and Rev. Richard Ilawley for your visits and prayers, Dr. Wm. O'Connor and the V.O.N. for your continuing care. All is very much appreciated. 3* Ruth GOULD — The family of the late Florence Gould extend their heartfelt thanks to friends, relatives and neighbours for ex- pressions of sympathy, flowers, cards, food, memorial donations and loving sup- port given at the time of their loss of a dear mother, grandmother and great grand- mother. Our thanks also to Rev. Duke Vip- perman and the ladies of the Trivitt Memorial Church, Hopper Hockey Funeral Home and the pallbearers. A special thanks to Dr. Bill Steciuk and the staff at South Huron Hospital for the tender loving care given to mother, while a patient. We would also like to extend our appreciation to the staff at Bluewater Rest Home and Exeter Villa for their kindness during her stay. 3• Doug and family BETHEL REFORMED CHURCH Huron Street East, Exeter Sunday, January 25 W.I. KROON 10:00 o.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 7:30 p.m. Evening Worship Come and Worship will; us CAVEN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH INTERIM MODERATOR REV. WILLIAM MILNE Organist Mr. David Dougoll Sunday. January 25 10 00 a.m. Morning Service Everyone Welcome ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH Dashwood Vicar LARRY STOJKOVIC Sunday, January 25 9:30 a.m. Congregation Christipn Education 11:00 Worship Service Everyone Welcome EXETER CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Main S. North Sunday. January 25 10:00 a.m. - Worship Sunday School - (Preschoolers) 2:30 p.m. Worship Nursery Avoiloble Everyone Welcome Listen to The Bock to God Hour CKNX Diol 920 • 10:30 a.m. Television Faith 20 • Global 6 (cable 3) EXETER UNITED CHURCH Corner of James and Andrew St. Minister: The Rev. Richard W. Hawley Staff Associate: Mrs. Bev Robinson Organist and Choirmaster Mr. Robert Cameron Sunday, January 25 EPIPHANY SUNDAY III 11:00 o.m. • Morning Worship with,Rev. Richard Hawley 11:00 a.m. Sunday Church School Courtesy Cor for January Mr. John Taylor 235.0277 Nursery Facilities Available EVERYONE WELCOME TRIVITT MEMORIAL CHURCH. (Anglican) Main Street at Gidley Exeter 235-2335 Sunday, January 25 11:15 a.m. Morning Prayer REV. WALTER (DUKE) VIPPERMAN Sunday School and Nursery Everyone Welcome EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH 187 Huron St. W., Exeter Sunday, January 25 Pastor Kevin Rutledge 9:45 o.m. Sunday School .11:00 a.m. Morning Service 7:00 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday. 7 p.m. Family Night Everyone Welcome PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH 94 Andrew Street North Exeter REV. JOHN OBEDA Pastor Sunday, January 25 9:30 o.m. Sunday School and Bible Study 10:30 o.m. Worship Service Everyone Welcome EXETER BIBLE FELLOWSHIP Sunday, January 25 9:45 o.m. Sunday. School and Adult Bible Class 11:00 o.m. Family Bible Hour 6:00 p.m. Communion Tuesday 8 p.m. Bible Study All Services held at Osborne Central School Huron St. East Everyone Wekome EXETER PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE Hwy. 4 South Pastor REV. BOB DONNAN Sunday. JonJary 25 Youth Pastor - Dale Tollef son 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service 7:00 p.m. Evangelistic Service Wedneidey night 7:00 p.m. Family Night Programs for all ages Nursery available for all services Everyone welcome - CARDS OF THANKS — BAKER —1 would like to shank my friends and relatives for the lovely flowers, cards and visits while in South Huron Hospital and since returning home. 3c Edith Baker DEVINE — We would like to say thanks to all those that phoned, visited, sent cards. food and rides to and from the funeral home in Waterloo and especially those that cared for Lorne in the loss of a loving brother Garnet. 3' Lorne and Loreen MATTER — My sincere thanks to everyone for their visits, cards and gifts during my stay in University and South Huron Hospitals. Thanks to Dr. Bourne of London, Dr. Gans and the nurses and staff of both hospitals. 3' Fred Thanks to St. Jude and Sacred Heart of Jesus for favors received. 3' J. JORDAN — I want to thank the nursing staff 6SE and ICU St. Joseph's Hospital for their expertise and care of Howard during his lengthy stay, also their kindness to me at the time of his passing. Thanks also to Rev. Shaule and Rev. Pocock who gave Howard comfort during his illness and strength to me at the time of his death. Thanks to my neighbors at 241 Butler St., Lucan and special thanks to Mary Lou Morgan and Jean Thompson for their love and support. 3c Voyle KINTS — We would like to thank our fami- ly, friends and neighbours for making our 50th wedding anniversary a very special day. A special thank you to Father Garry Goyeau, the choir, legion ladies auxiliary and to Eric, Ross and Marlene Mathers for the most enjoyable music. Also for the flowers, gifts and all the lovely cards and good wishes. Thank you all. 3c Alfons and Tulma KRUEGER — I wish to thank my family, relatives and friends for all the kind things, for the beautiful cards, treats and telephone calls. A special thanks to Grace Fahner and Phyllis Collett for all they have done. My appreciation to all. 3c Erma NORRY — The family of the late Norman Norry wish to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to their relatives, neighbours and friends for the floral tributes and cards of sympathy, contribu- tions to the Cancer Society and other ex- pressions of sympathy. Special thanks to Dr. Ecker, Rev. Richard Hawley, Dinney Funeral Home, R. E. Pooley Branch No. 167 of the Legion, Nurses of South Huron Hospital and Exeter Villa and ladies of Ex- eter United Church. 3* REYNOLDS — I would like to thank my neighbours from Hurondale for the lovely night and the mirror and candle holder I received when I 'moved to Exeter. 3• Dorothy REYNOLDS — I would like to thank my many friends for the cards, flowers, gifts and visits which I received while I was in St. Joseph's Hospital and since returning home. 3' Dorothy ROMANIUK — I would like to thank my friends and relatives for visits, cards, calls, flowers and treats while I was a pa- tient in University Hospital and since returning home. 3' Anna THOMPSON — The family of the late Irene (Pearlso) Thompson wish to express their heart -felt thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours for cards, floral ar- rangements, memorial donations, food donations and other expressions of sym- pathy during the loss of a dear wife, mother and grandma. Many thanks to Hoffman's Ambulance and doctors and staff of University Hospital. Special thanks to Pastor Stan Desjardine and Rev. Peebles for their words of comfort. Your thoughtfulness and kindness at this time of sorrow was deeply appreciated and will always be remembered, 3' thanks for week 3 VAN GERWEN — The family of the late Anne Van Gerwen wish to thank relatives, friends and neighbours for their many acts of kindness and care during Anne's long il- lness and at the time of the loss of our mother, wife and grandmother. The floral tributes, sympathy cards, visitations, messages, donations to Pro -Life and to the Canadian Cancer Society, and mass offer- ings for her were deeply appreciated. A special thank you to the ladies of the CWL for the lovely lunch, personal Care and moral support during our special time of need. Thanks to the members of the Y.B.S. choir, to the priests of the Sacred Heart Fathers and to everyone who came from fat and wide to be with us. Many thanks to our parish priest, Father Gary, with his comforting messages, and to the funeral directors Bob Fletcher and Iry Armstrong at the Hopper Hockey funeral home. Our thanks to Dr. Steele and to the doctors, staff and nurses at the Exeter hospital and University Hospital. Thanks to the home care staff and VON nursing care here in Exeter; it is the best. We will ever be grateful for the love and kindness shown to us. 3c Harry Van Gerwen and family IN MEMORIAM — HOOPER — In loving memory of a dear brother and uncle Don Hooper, who pass- ed away 3 years ago, January 24, 1984. No one knows the grief we share• When we all meet and you're not there Life goes on we know that's true But not the same since we lost you. Lovingly remembered by Dorothy and Lorne Elford and family- 3c LAMPORT — In loving memory of a dear sister and aunt, Agnes Lamport who pass- ed away 2 years ago, January 25, 1985. A smile for all, a heart of gold, One of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind. Wonderful memories she left behind. Your empty place, no one can fill We miss you today and always will. Lovingly remembered by the Lamporl family. 3c MATHERS — In loving memory of Edith Mothers, a dear wife, mother and grand- mother who passed away January 26,1982. Today is remembered and quietly kept No words are needed we will never forget. Deep in our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered every day. Always loved and missed by her hus- band, family and grandchildren. 3' REID — In loving inemory of a dear hus- band, father and grandfather John N. Reid who passed away 4 years ago, January 27, 1983. Those we love don't go away They walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near Still loved, still missed, but very dear Sadly missed by wife Nellie, sons and daughters and grandchildren. 3c IN MEMORIAM — BULLOCK — In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather Joseph Bullock who passed away suddenly 22 years ago, January 26, 196 They say time heals all sorrow We wish that this was true. For no matter how much time goes -by We love -and still miss you. Our hearts still yearn to see your face And hear your gentle voice But our Lord has called you to Him In this we had no choice. Your memory is our keepsake With which we'll never part God has you in His keeping We have you in our hearts. Too dearly loved to ever be forgotten by wife Vera, daughter Helen, son-in-law Ed- ward, grandchildren and great grand- children. 3c CAMPBELL & MOFFATT — In loving memory of our dear son, Barry, brother, brother-in-law and grandson; and a dear friend, Jim, who were suddenly called home 10 years ago, January 23, in their 20th and 19th year, as a result of a snowmobile accident in Exeter. "Barry and Jim we miss you, at Every turn along life's weary way; For life has never been the same Since you two were called away; We have missed the sound of Your footsteps and your voice Since you have gone and though We no longer see you, in our Hearts you both live on; They say in time you soon forget To some that may be true, But no morning dawns. no night returns That we do not think of you. If this were all of life we'll Know, if this brief space of breath Were all there is to human toil 1f death were really death; And never should the soul arise A finer world to see, How foolish would our struggles seem; How grim the earth would be. There is something after death; Behind the toil of man There does exist a God divine Who's working out a plan; This brief journey that we know A life that is to be, The gate way to a finer world That some day we shall see. But this we all must come To know, and not to put aside, • The knowledge of a heaven and hell. To choose to live or die. For Jesus came to set man free. To save us from our sins And each one must come to "Jesus", To repent and be cleansed within. Jesus is watching and waiting Do come to Him today He's reaching out to touch you Please don't turn Him away. Put your trust in Jesus Christ, To know Him is to "Live" He wants your soul to be ready To spend eternity with Him" John 3:3 - "Jesus answered and said un- to him, verily, verily, I say unto thee. ex- cept a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God." 3* Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by: Kenn, June, Debbie, John and family, Ivan and Mildred Webber HOOPER — In loving memory of a dear husband and father Don, who passed away 3 years ago, January 24, 1984. Always remembered by Norma, Grant, Bill and Darlene. 3c MURRAY — In memory of Ethel Murray who passed away January 19, 1982. Time slips by, but memories stay Quietly remembered every day. A little tribute small and tender Just to show we still remember. Lovingly remembered by daughter Rena and grandchildren Brad, Cheryl and Rod. • tr REID — In loving memory of a dear grand son, who went to be with God one year ago, January 14. God gave us a dear little grandson. To love for a very short time. Then He called him to be an angel. Where his face for ever will shine. Loved by Grandma and Grampa. 3c REID — In loving memory of a darling grandson, Shawn Nelson Reid who was taken from us so suddenly January 14, 1986. He was not with us long But his sunny smile and happy face . Willalwaysbe remembered. Sadly missed by his•Grandma Reid. 3c VANDERGUNST — In loving memory of a special brother-in-law, uncle, and friend, who passed away suddenly, one year ago. January 26, 1986. We think of you in silence. And often speak of you, Now all we have are memories Of the things we used to do. Our hearts still ache with sadness, Our silent tears still flow, The humour that you shared with us Meant more than you'll ever know. They say time heals all sorrow. And will help us to forget, But time so far has only proven How much we miss you yet. So dearly loved and sadly missed by Ron, JoAnne. Jeremy and god daughter Katie. 3' VANDERGUNST — In loving memory of Derrick Vandergunst, a dear husband and father who passed away a year ago on January 26, 1986. When evening shadows are falling. And 1 sit quietly alone, To my heart there comes a longing. Wishing you were home. So many things have happened Since you were called away, So many things to share with you, Had you been left to stay. Many folks may think 1 have forgotten, When at limes they see me smile, But how little they know the heartache, My smile hides all the while. You are where I cannot reach you. Your voice I cannot hear, Yet I know you walk beside me, Never absent, always near. Loved and forever remembered by wife Betty and daughters Amanda and Alicia.3' VANDERGUNST — In loving memory of a dear brother-in-law, Derrick, who pass- ed away January 26, 1986. January comes with sad memories Of the day we will never forget No one knows the sorrows we bear, When the family meets and you are not there. God has you in His keeping We have•you in our hearts, Today, tomorrow our whole lives through Wherever we go. whatever we do. We shall always love and remember you. Sadly missed and always loved by brother-in-law Adrian. 3c WEIBERG — In loving memory of our dear parents, Dad who passed away January 21, 1983, and Mother November 23, 1961 - also our dear brother Garnet January 9, 1987. Today is remembered and quietly kept No words are needed we'll never forget. Deep in our heart you'll always stay Loved and remembered every day. Always loved and remembered by the family. 3' RECORDING SCORES — J.A.D. McCurdy students enjoyed a bowl- ing session at the Huron Park lanes Wednesday afternoon. Shown around the scoring table are Allan Hyde, Tina Riley, John Jeffrey and Kevin Gage. T -A photo Get grants for employment study The Huron County Planning Department has been awarded a federal government grant to conduct a study to determine severely disad- vantaged employment groups in the county. News of the $89,250 grant was an- nounced at the January session of county council by the county's plan- ning director, Gary Davidson..David- son told council he had received con- firmation of the grant during a January 8 Stephen Central held their ' `Houseleague Volleyball" play- off game. It was team four against team eight. The game ended with a score of 21 to 12 for team four. Members of team were: Jeff Sweitzer, John Gollen, Susan Ratz, Shannon Henderson, Joey Gaudio, Tim Brand, Bill Wuerth, and Shelli Rader. - Karen McKay. Skating - It is that time of year again, skating for Stephen. Again the Stephen Township Arena lets us go skating. Let's see how the kids think about this: Jeremy Brand, grade two, likes to skate a lot. Chris Neil, grade six, says that he is excited about it. Dwayne Finkbeiner, grade seven, likes to skate. Shane Pfaff, grade seven, says I like skating because we get out of school and we get exercize. Jay Shervill, grade seven, says I never skated in three years but I en- joy it. Carrie Finkbeiner, grade seven, says she likes it but she doesn't go to it. Kristy Dobson, grade seven, says it's excellent but she isn't going. Rob Desjardine, grade eight, says that it's great. - Tim Brand. Free Throw - The free throw com- petitors got fifteen chances to get the ball in the net. The age limit was 11 to 14. The winners of this competition were: Brian Brand - 11 years - eight out of 15, Darren Mason - 12 years - seven out of 15, John Gollen -13 years - seven out 25. Congratulations to all the winners. - Kristy Dobson, Carrie Finkbeiner. Sneaky Snacks - Student Council members are selling sneaky snacks at morning recess. They sell cheese and carckers, drinking boxes, sesame snaps, granola bars, honey rolls and sunflower seeds. - Student Council. Comkg Events BINGO -- Every Tuesday evening at Vanaslra Centre. RR 5 Clinton. 8 p m First regular card SI .00, 15 regular games of 520 each. 3 share the wealth Jack Pot 5200 must go Admission restricted to 16 years and over. 321 f nc EUROPEAN VACATION - See 9 coun tries with Huron County Group. 23 days. departure from Toronto. April 18. return May 10. 52.695.00 per person. includes tour. air fare, taxes and insurance. For informa- tion, reservations. brochures. etc call An- na ,Stirling al Hanover Travel Service 1-519-364-3270 or 1.800-26,5.5515. 2.3,4c• STRAWBERRY AND 11A111 SUPPER — in Thames Road (lurch on Monday. June 15 3c SOUTH HIBBERT ATHLETIC ASSOCIA- TION — Snowmobile poker rally. Sunday. February I. Registration II a,m. • 2 p.m. at Hibbert Township Shed. Mike Parsons Trailer, or Jack Brilnell's shack. Entry Fee 54.00 per hand or 3 for 510.00. Share the wealth. 3.4c THE FAMILIES OF LAVERNE AND VIOLET STONE — cordially ,invite relatives, neighbours and friends to an Open House on the occasion of their parents' 50th wedding anniversary, Sun- day, January 25 from 2 - 4:30 p.m. at 101 .Waterloo St. ( Don and Donna's ). Exeter, Ont. Best Wishes Only. 3' EXETER ODDFELLOWS — January 27'. 2nd Degree; January 28 - Bus Trip to Forest City Lodge, London 3' EUCHRE — Mt. Carmel School gym. Sun- day, January 25, 8 p.m Admission 51.50. Lunch provided. 3' TOURING PLAYERS THEATRE — presents Maggie Muggins "Tale of Blue Dragon" at Precious Blood School, February 4, 10:30 a.m Tickets 52.00. Everyone welcome. Call 235-1941 and 235-2961. Tickets available Little People's, Exeter. 3,4c telephone conversation with Huron - Bruce MP Murray Cardiff that morning. In a telephone interview following the meeting, Wayne Caldwell of the planning department said the an- ticipated time frame of the study is nine months and it will begin in the spring. In terms of employment, the department will hire a project-coor- dinator roject coor-dinator and three or four researchers to do the study, he said. The study will focus on those groups that are likely to experience severe unemployment in the near future. Two of the target groups the study will consider of the farm population and Huron County's proportionately large number of unemployed women. including those from farms. Another chronic area of unemploy-' ment to be included in the study is the growing number of people displaced as a result of changing technology. "These are people who some firms would argue are beyond the age of retraining," Caldwell said. The study also will look at unemployed youth, he said. even though Huron County statistics in this area are not very high. Reason for the low statistics is that the young people who are unemployed have left the county to seek work in larger urban areas. Although researchers will be look- ing specifically at Huron County in the study. its implications are far wider than that, Caldwell said. What is true for Huron County is also true for surrounding counties, he added. In addition. the study will provide the planning and development depart- ment with another bonus in the pro- vision of "somegood sound statistical information" at a low cost. Such in- formation can be used for attracting new industry and creating new economic development opportunies for the county. Caldwell said. Green light for Maitland bridge Construction of a four -span $1.888.400 bridge across the Maitland River between Auburn and Clinton has received the green light from the provincial government. Huron County ('ouncil learned last week that Ministry of 'Transportation and Communications has agreed to pay 80 percent of the mit of the new bridge which will be built about 1.5 kilometres downstream from the ex- isting 102 -year-old two -span Hall's Bridge. Construction of the bridge over the next two years was authorized by council at its October meeting. Council al that time approved a feasibility study on the proposed new bridge and the future of the old one prepared by H M. Ross and Associates Limited of Goderich. ('ouncil also accepted the engineers' recommendation that the old bridge be retained for at least 10 years and that an estimated $6,200 in maintenance each year be spent to keep it up to its existing load standard. The existing bridge was built in 188:1 and is located on a generally- east - west crossing of the Maitland River. Instead of demolishing the old bridge and building the new one on its site. the engineers recommended keeping it for its heritage and scenic value and building t he -bridge downstream. The road committee in a report to council said that ministry approval of funding for the design and land pur- chase for the project this year and for the construction of the bridge and the road works in 1988 and 1989 clears most of the approvals necessary- to proceed with the bridge on the new alignment. The committee said another public meeting with landowners involved would probably be held in early February. "This will be left for the new coun- ty engineer to set up once he starts," the committee reported. Dennis Merrall will begin his new job as county engineer and road superintendent on January 26. 1