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Times Advocate, 1993-05-26, Page 11Page 10 Times -Advocate, May 26,1993 Brian Donald of Half Moon Studios in Dungannon removes the windows of Trivitt Memorial Anglican Church in Exeter. Donald is restoring eight more of the church windows which take about three to four weeks of work a piece. Zurich joins battl• against provincial requirements ZURICH - Village council has joined Exeter's opposition to a new labour law that will force the village to spend thousands of dol- lars on a seldom -used piece of equipment. Three weeks ago, Exeter coun- cil began a campaign to protest the requirement for each munici- pality to purchase a trench liner. The liner, which prevents the walls of dug holes from collaps- ing, has to be specially engi- neered to for each municipality, and cannot be loaned out. Exeter estimated theirs would cost about $16,000. At Zurich's last council meet- ing, reeve Bob Fisher said he agreed with Exeter's position that if the province is going to be creating such new regulations, it should be helping to pay the asso- ciated costs. Council decided to send a letter to the Ministry of Labour, and to the local MPP. "Why should each small munic- ipality have one, when one larger [town] would only need one. It doesn't make any sense," said councillor Keith Semple. "I think we should put in [the letter] that we're not so much against purchasing one, but that we can't share one." said Semple. In a similar development, coun- cil also decided to express their feelings about possible changes to the firefighter helmet require- ments. Many local municipalities were upset by the province's regulation a few years ago to require fire de- partments to purchase bunker suits for each firefighter. With the suits costing about $1,000 each, many felt the regulation was a burden to small municipali- ties with volunteer departments, and less of a problem for city fire services. Fisher asked council if they wanted to oppose this proposed legislation, especially if it didn't include any grant programs to see it through. "Definitely, don't waste any time," said councillor Barb Jef- frey. Cigarettes stolen from Hensall Legion EXETER - The Exeter OPP say the Hensall Legion was unlawfully entered Sunday night, and unknown persons made off with about $1,000 worth of cigar- ettes. Police also say there was an auempted break-in at the Three Boys Restaurant, also in Hensall, but the cul- prits were unable to get into the building. Anyone with information about these incidents is be- ing asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-265- 1777. On May 18, police say a break and enter at the Drift- wood Trailer Park resulted in the theft of a fur coat, bedsheets and pillows from a trailer. The OPP also investigated three traffic accidents in the past week, including a hit-and-run against a parked car in Hensall, a collision in Stephen Township on Sat- urday without injuries, and a boat trailer which became unhooked from its vehicle on Highway 81 on Saturday. Bug defense starts with common sense GUELPH - As millions prepare for things like the first -of -the - season camping trip, the annual cottage christening, or even just getting back in touch with our own back yards; summer fantasies could quickly be replaced by the buzz of a black fly or the annoying mosquito looking for lunch. Battlling the bugs is no small time concern. In Canada there are over 74 species of mosquito, not to mention 110 types of black fly, �32 deafly and 180 midge. Dr. Gord Surgeoner of the Uni- versity of Guelph, well known for his work in the area of insect repel- lent research, says "confusion abounds when it comes to select- ing products that are right for dif- ferent outdoor situations. There's a huge demand for protective prod- ucts, and that leaves the door wide open for a lot of misinformation." New products continue to emerge which are reputed to offer repellent qualities but when scien- tifically tested fail to live up to marketing claims, according to Dr. Surgeoner, who has tested every- thing from orange peels to sonic repellers. Basic bug defense starts with common sense. Avoid fancy co- lognes, aftershaves, and even high- ly scented shampoos when head- ing outside. Likewise, for electric bug zappers and pocket size sonic repellers. Dr. Surgeoner's tests show conclusively that these gad - Summer begins gets and gizmos do absolutely nothing to keep the bugs away. To be assured of a safe and long lasting product it is best to stick to well-known brand name repellents - those with a registered PCP num- ber on the label. According to Dr. Surgeoner who regularly conducts efficacy evaluations on repellents for the Federal Government, "if the product isn't registered as a re- pellent, people are not assured of proper protection. The label must have a PCP registration 'number to be considered authentic." Proper application is also a must. Spraying insect repellent in the air offers no protection at all. The key to maximum protection is a thor- ough - but not heavy - coverage on all exposed skin. When it comes to clothing it's good advice to dress for the bugs, not the weather, especially in wooded or wilderness areas. High necklines are best, complemented by long shirt sleeves and pants tucked into socks. Stay away from sandals and nev- er go barefoot in the bush. Where possible, avoid shiny jewellery as well as bright and dark colours. Choosing the best product for each outdoor situation is easy. Generaly, the higher the strength, the longer lasting the repellent. MRIP support rates announced Friday TORONTO - Premium rates and support levels under the Market Revenue Insurance Program have been determined for the 1993-94 crop year, Federal Agriculture Min- ister Charles Mayer and Ontario Minister of Agriculture and Food Elmer Buchanan announced Friday, May 21. "This information will be useful to producers as they determine their minimum expected revenue for the coming year," said Buchanan. "The program is an important one for producers and the quicker they have an indication of what kind of . support it will provide for the com- ing year, the better," said Mayer. The Market Revenue Insurance Program provides support to fann- ers when the market price for crops enroled is lower than the target price calculated under the program. Buchanan indicated that the exist- ing program will be maintained. Producers will receive payments equal to 80 percent of their long- term average farm yield multiplied by the difference between the mar- ket price and 80 percent of the IMAP (Indexed Moving Average Price). The Market Revenue Program is funded by the federal and provin- cial govemmcnts, and Ontario pro - 1 ducers. .NOTICE RE SPOT SPRAYING OF WEEDS This is to notify residents of the County of Huron that the County will be SPOT SPRAYING WEEDS in rural areas commencing June 7, 1993, for a period of approxi- mately 12-14 weeks. Pesticides to be used are ESTAPROP, Reg- istration No. 14803; AMITROL-T, Registration No. 16548, and DIPHENOPROP 700, Registration NO. 15707. To be controlled are noxious weeds as per the Provincial Weed Control Act. This notice complies with regulation 914 of the Pesticides Act. For further information' end for the locations of the roads to be treated, please call Joe Gibson, Weed Inspector at 519-233- 3229. Although Sunday's weather was a little less than perfect, you'd hardly know it in Grand Bend where the water • sports season was kicked off on the Victoria Day week- end. At right is a view of Main Street that is almost remi- niscent of Yonge Street, but yes, it's Grand Bend. iri A well prepared resume will help you get the job you are looking for! 41114. A resume detailing an applicant's work history and education is extremely helpful to an employer who is seeking a person for a specific job vacancy. Your personal resume should accompany your letter of application. Here are some guidelines to follow in preparing your resume: U Make it clear, concise and easy to read - and no longer than two pages U The resume should be typed on 8 1/2" x 11" white paper with enough white space to prevent acluttered look U Start with your name, address and phone number U Next under a sub -heading "Work History" detail the previous jobs you've held - in reverse date order - that is, last job first. U Use a separate paragraph for each position and precede it with the dates you held that position. U State the job title, a brief description of the responsibilities - and the results you achieved. LI The next section of your resume should come under the sub -heading of "Education". Start with the highest degree obtained or grade completed, followed by the name of the institution at which you studied. Follow this with previous education attainments. At the end, list any specific instructional courses you have attended in conjunction with your work. U Under the sub -heading "Affiliations", list memberships and/or offices held in professional or industry associations. U Under the sub -heading "Personal Interests" list any activities which you feel will be of interest to the employer - such as volunteer work, etc. --)Your letter of application and your resume will be the factors that make the employer decide whether to short list you for an interview. So make It as impressive as you can - but stick to the facts. We can help you get an impressive and professional -looking resume Call Debbie Lord at 424 Main St. Exeter (519) 231E-1331