Loading...
Clinton News-Record, 1977-03-10, Page 13PAPE 12-'—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD. THURSDAY, MARCH 10, 1977 Clinton's PUC won the Lowest Accident Frequency Award' for the second time in three years in 1976. The safety con- scious employees who tallied up close to 15,000 accident tree hours are from left: Bruce Schoenhals, Tom O'Connell, ‘Ibert Valkenberg, Debbie Bailey, PUC manager Gus Itoussey, PUC chairman John Wise, Mary Anne Caldwell, I)on Ellwood, Don Bartliff and Dave Fawcett. (News- 12ecord photo) Crown witness ends up helping defense A witness testifying for the crown in provincial court last Wednesday, March 2, helped Goderich defense lawyer Dan Murphy land a dismissal- for client Emile Deveau of Blyth. DeVeau, 36, was charged with impaired driving following a two -car collision outside a Clinton hotel last November. Crown testimony given by investigating office Wayne McFadden was not given much consideration by Judge Glenn Hays, as the Clinton constable did not arrive at the scene of the accident until an"' hour after its occurrence. "I have to judge the case on a time factor and consider what he, (Domenic Bradley, the driver of the other vehicle involved in the- incident) observed at the time of the accident," the Ju ge said. Bradley of Clinton testified that Deveau backed out of the parking lot of the Clinton Hotel and into the path of his car as he travelled north on Victoria St. On talking with the defendant, Bradley said he smelled liquor on Deveau's breath but attributed his unsteadiness when walking to the slippery pavement. Observations made by Const. McFadden an hour after the incident recorded "the, classic signs of im- pairment" - glassy eyes, unsteadiness, and slurred speech. Defence lawyer Murphy discounted all of the con- stable's observations to the policeman's "an honest prejudice or bias", and proved to the court -that Const. McFadden had made a hasty decision in saying Deveau's eyes were red and glassy on the night of the accident by having him look into the defendant's eyes during the course of the trial. ,w„_,c,pnst. McFadden was forced to admit that he couldn't 'really say the defendant's eyes were less red than on the night of the accident. By the end of the lawyer's cross examination only the. officer's testimony that he had smelled liquor on- Deveau's breath remained unchallenged A breathalizer test was ruled inarmissable as it was taken' almost two hours after the accident occurred. Murphy also pointed out to the court that a person cannot be convicted of impaired driving on the smell of alcohol on the breath, alone. Basing his decision on Bradley's observations at the time of the accident, Judge Hays concluded that he had "a real doubt” as to defen- dant's state of impairment at the time of the accident and dismissed the charge In the second of three court cases to be tried, Daniel Proctor, 16, of 71 Victoria St., Clinton, acted as his own defence and,was found guilty on a charge of failing td stop ` for a school bus. In his testimony to the court, Proctor claimed he had not seen the school bus lights flashing as he overtook the vehicle parked across the street from Central Huron High School last Nov. 19. Clinton Police Constable Gary Weir, testifying for the crown, told the court that Proctor was stopped and charged after he saw the youth fail to stop for a school bus boarding students heading home. Proctor was, fined $28 or three days in fail. The final case of the day involved 20 -year-old Christopher Prideaux of Sarnia who was charged with driving his snowmobile on a prohibited highway. Prideaux testified that he was found travelling east 'on Highway 8 last January because he was unfamiliar with the area and did not know it was a highway. He also told the Judge that it was the only way he knew to start back for Sarnia. Prideaux claimed the shoulders along the road were impassable for the large piles of snow .but that he was still travelling on the snow- covered portion of the 'road. The Sarnia man was found guilty, as charged by Const. Don Shropshall, and was fined $28 or three days in jail. In other court business Raymond Bender, owner and operator of Huron Heatilater Accessories Mfg. Vanastra, was found guilty on six counts of failing to file his sales tax returns and fined a total of +60. Bender's wife, and co: owner of the business which installs fireplaces, represented her husband in provincial court and pleaded guilty to failing to file returns for the months of June to Dec. 1976, except Oct. which was filed. Asking if she had finally gotten the message that she must file the tax returns every ' month, Judge Glenn Hays fined Mrs. Bender's husband $10 on each count of failing to file. Ray Gilfillan, 31, of London also pleaded guilty before the court, in this instance on the charge of driving 40 mph in a 30 mph zone. He was fined $13. Local publisher picked OWNA president Signal Star Publishing Limited President, R.G'. Shrier was elected" the 27th president of the Ontario Weekly Newspaper Association when that journalistic body held its annual convention last weekend at the Hotel Toronto. In his inaugural address Mr. Shrier told the gathering of about 400 community newspaper publishers, editors, advertising per- sonnel and photographers that his Thompson Newspapers background brought him into the Com- munity Newspaper business with the feeling that the only thing that really counted were the advertisements. "1 lived by that creed until six or seven years ago," the new president noted, "until I was shown that the better quality journalism and coverage in our newspapers, makes advertising sell more and in turn helps us carry More advertising in our newspapers." Mr. Shrier suggested that perhaps many of the publishers did not sell the "great product you already had" until the last decade when it became so apparent that the retailer along main street "needed us and was looking to us for help in ad- vertising in their bid to stay alive as they fought nearby cities and their multiple retail outlets." The 42 year old publisher is these factors," Shrier told the the second publisher of the convention. Goderich Signal Star to be "Let's face it," he noted, elected president of OWNA. "we have put up with those George Ellis also held the patronizing remarks and position in 1959. looks from our friends in the Shrier has been publishing daily newspaper field while at the Signal Star newspapers the same time we have been since 1965 and in 1977 making them look like celebrates his 25th , an- country cousins" .niversary of newspapering. The OWNA president said it starting at The Guelph was not his intent to harpoon Mercury March 7, 1952. Y the dailies "only to sell you on the fact we must be aware that we are good (weekly newspapers), but not so good we can become complacent about our position." Shrier also called on the newspaper gathering to be positive in their handling of the "Quebec question". "We have never editorially The Ontario Weekly Newspaper Association has 209 member newspapers and boasts a readership of one and one half million people. "An equal part of our sales program is in our news and editorial columns, and our graphic presentation of all Clinton Christian School to start Kindergarten Do you have a CB Radio? The standard automobile, and some homeowner's policies do not automatically Insure a C.B. Radio. To besure,•check with your In- surance agent regarding coverage.' A public service Reminder from BRYAN LAVIS INSURANCE is King St.. Clinton • - 4$24315, The semi-annual meeting of the Clinton and District Christian School Society was held on February 28th in the Christian Reformed Church Hall. Mr. J. Van Dyke, chairman of the board, opened the meeting with scripture reading and prayer and welcomed those present. Mr. Cecil Bruinsma, secretary, read the minutes of the an- nual meeting held in August, 1976. Mr. Ralph Schuurman, principal of CDCS, reported on various school activities. He also read the 'Schoc' Policy' to the society. This policy, drawn up by the Education Committee and the School Board, states what the school stands for and outlines some of the attitudes the school strives to develop in the pupils. The auditors report for 1975-76 was accepted and new auditors were appointed for the year 1976-77. A report on the teaching staff for the 1977-78 year was made and revealed that of the present eight teachers, three will be leaving at the end of this school year. It was proposed to hire two full time and one part time teacher to replace the vacancies. This motion was carried. Another motion was proposed by the board, to begin a kindergarten class this fall and this was also carried. The preliminary budget for the school year 1977-78 amounts to approximately $170,000, an increase of six per cent over last year. This. budget is presented as in- formation .and could, of course, change to some degree before the new school year begins in September. The meeting was closed by the chairman and Mr. Jack Roorda led in prayer and thanksgiving. 0 Anstett Jewellers LIMITED 11 ALBERT ST., kINTON 482-3901 OPEN WEDNESDAYS' For Your Convenience. HOURS: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. - i p:tn.t Friday rljghts'till 9 p.m. United Church Notes A large congregation at- tended United Church on Sunday morning following the month's holiday. Greeting into the Narthex were Emerson Hesk and Bert Shobbrook. Ushers were Kevin Tamblyn, Kevin Fothergill, Robert Penfound and John Lawson. Following call to worship, a Gospel Hymn sing was held with Mrs. Allen • Bosman at the organ. The choir number was a solo "The Stranger of Galilee" by Ann Snell. Rev. McDonald's children's story was "Bring Me a Penny". Junior teachers were Mrs. Norman Cartwright and Judy Carter. The message was "Are You .a Jealous Person" and the flowers were in loving memory of Dorothy Little. There will be choir practice on Thursday night at 7:30 and they are hoping for a good attendance to prepare for Easter Sunday. The World Day of Prayer was held in the United Church on March 4th, when president Helen Lawson welcomed all. The prepared service on "Love in Action" was followed with Gail Lear at the piano. The voices were taken by Helen Lawson, Audrey Thompson and Alice Davidson: The meditation on theme of service was given by Dora Shobbrook, and solos "For It's Love That Rules For Age" and "The Lords Prayer were sung by Ruth Vincent accgmpanied by Gail Lear. The offering was received by Hattie Wood and Betty spoken with a united voice, being a force to be reckoned with, lets seize this •op- portunity for the good of our country and our industry. Let us speak positively and with unity." Shrier said that the OWNA had taken giant strides in recent years, "and our steps are becoming even larger due to the success of our sales programs the foresight of our member publishers." He ,said it was becoming increasingly critical that weekly newspapers keep better records, and have those records tell them quickly (on a week to week basis) where they are going, how much they are making or losing, and where. The new president told the newspaper gathering that the OWNA must help in all ways. possible. He said the association would supply the expertise but needed the whole organization's co- operation. "If we are to remain a viable businesswe must exchange more information which we now keep tight to our vest. "We do not even trade enough editorial opinion. "Communications is our trade," he told the con- vention. "Lets start com- municating at all levels. We on the board will endeavour to communicate more with you. "Service and com- munication with each other is the top priority if we are to continue to expand as today's most powerful voice 'in the rural and urban communities across the province." Hulley. Lunch was served by Aimwell Unit. The president 'announced Ern invitation to Blyth UCW Eager Thankofffring on April 3rd at 8 p.m. The. UCW general meeting wily be held April 4th at8p.m. Explorers meet The Explorers started their "World Day of Prayer" meeting by following the pamphlet given, after the Bible 'story. Our leader showed a film on Japan and their customs. It was decided to donate $500 to• CNIB. Marilyn Archambault and Cheryl Lyon are on program and scripture for the next ex- pedition. The Ceremony of the Stars was conducted and all the girls received their memory work star, we ended the meeting with the Explorers Hymn. 4-H Londesboro 3 Meeting one of "Clothes for Leisure" was held in Lon- desboro Hall on Monday, February 28th • with seven members present and leaders Gay,. Datema and Madelyn Sewers. Roll call was an: swe.red by- "W h Do You Belong to 4-H?" No officers were elected this meeting, and Laurie Stackhouse volunteered to do the minutes and Heather Fothergill press - reporter for this meeting. Following this were some embarrassing moments as measurements were taken. We then had discussion on equipping sewing box, choosing clothes for leisure, trims and notions, cutting and St. Joe's students sweep area spearing contest Students from St. Joseph's Separate School took. top honours in the junior and senior division of the. Clinton Canadian Legions public speaking contest, in the Legion last Wednesday, Mar. 3 Una Doherty and Jacqueline Bradley, who won the junior (Grades 4-6) and senior (Grades 6-8) divisions, respectively, over 16 other contestants, will represent the Legion at the zone meet this Saturday in the Legion Hall. Four Clinton and area elementary schools, St. Joseph's Separate, Clinton Public, Holmesville Public and °Brucefield Public Schools entered two contestants each in both the junior and senior speaking divisions. Estella Wilson of Brucefield Public was the runner up to Una Doherty in the junior contest after competing against Billy Van Ninhuys of St. Joseph's, Barry Turner of Brucefield Public, Dennis Fox and Madonna Meyer of Clinton Public and Barbara Forbes and Dianne Claus of Holmesville Public. The junior contestants were judged by Rev. John Oestreicher, Mrs. Helen Davies and Ron Smith. Dave Elliott of Holmesville Public School was runner up. to Jacqueline Bradley in the senior contest judged by Lynn Theedom, Mrs. Irma Hartley and Gerald Hiltz. Other senior contestants were Wendy Penhale of Holmesville Public, Greg Schmidt of St. Joseph's Separate, Mike Coleman and Rick Kloss of Brucefield Public, and Darryl Fox and Joe Lawson of Clinton Public. This Saturday's zone competitions at the Clinton Legion will have speakers represent ink* the 1-2 Legions in the division. The 'senior contest will be held in the morning followed by the junior competition in ,the afternoon. A new version of "Mary Had a Little Lamb" also gives the price per pound. Over 250 Monuments on Sale WITH A VARIETY OF COLORS, STYLES AND SHAPES TO CHOOSE FROM ---- MAN* NEW THIS YEAR Whether it's a • MONUMENT • MARKER • INSCRIPTION You are remembering a loved one LET - T. PRYDE &SON LTD.. HELP YOU DECIDE ON YOUR MEMORIAL REQUIREMENTS DON DENOMME 77A HAMILTON STREET 524-2373 GODERICH, ONTARIO 524-6621 marking of patterns. Madelyn did a demonstration of taking tailor's tacks. We are to bring our pattern and material for thnext meeting Monday, and would like to see a few more girls oUt there. Messengers meet There was a good at- tendance at Messengers on Sunday morning with leader Mrs. John Radford. The program on children's World Day of Prayer was followed. Those taking part were David Whyte, Sandy Carter, Connie Hoggarth, Cheryl Bromley, Ronnie Vincent, Robbie Adams and Darlene Hulley, followed by a film strip "God Made the World." Personals On Wednesday, March 2nd, Mr. , and Mrs. Lloyd Pipe visited his brother Mr. and Mrs. Mervin Pipe, $russels. Mervin has recently returned home from Wingham Hospital. Lloyd and Mrs. Mervin Pipe attended the funeral of Miss Mae Skelton, Brussels. Mrs. Bill Wall of Kin- cardine spent Wednesday night with her aunts, Mrs. G. Cowan and Mrs. G. Robinson. Mr. and Mrs. Colin Paterson, London spent the weekend with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Burns .and were joined by her daughter ,Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Smith, of Kincardine. Mrs. Wendal Grant of Port Colborne visited Saturday for dinner with her aunt, Mrs. Gordon Robinson and spent the afternoon with another aunt, Mrs. G. Cowan. Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shobbrook were grandchildren Joan Garrow, London; Frank Ellerby and Kennie Colquhoun, Clinton for lunch and afternoon guests were Mr. and Mrs. Perc Gibbings of Clinton. Congratulations to Mrs. Isabel Adrie on the birth of her first grand -daughter born on March 7th at Stratford Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. Keith Siemon, Brodhagen. Remember WI card party this Friday, March llth at 8:30 p.m. Jean Baker and Mildred Hollinger returned to Toronto on Sunday after spending the patst week here following the death of Dorothy Little. Londesboro 1-4H The first meeting was held , at leader Mary puffinga's home. We opened,)► with the pledge and had the roll call. There, .were three members present and one absent. We then elected -the officers: Leaders, Mary Buffinga and Matti Snell; president, Karen Overholt; secretary, Chris Van Spengen; press reporter, Pat Bylsma. The fourth member is Teresa Konarski. We were then given our books and. were given a brief outline of the club. We discussed the sewing box and answered the questions on choosing "Clothes for Leisure". We also discussed how to measure ourselves properly, and closed with the motto. 9, 1 Jeffrey W. Shaddick, son of Mr. -and Mrs. Allen Shaddick, Londesboro, has, been named a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries. He has been ap- pointed an officer of Equitable Life Insurance Co. of Canada. Mr. Shaddick will be responsible for in- dividual product research, analysis of mortality, . per- sistency and expense, and preparation of Company and industry reports. His other duties will involve corporate planning research and ac- tuarial computer programs. (Photo by Belair, Kitchener) ORDER NOW! LIQUID 28% NITROGEN For Best Results on WHEAT, BARLEY and CORN fertilizer for plowdown with our nousirack Terragator. BRUCEFIELD HENSALL ZURICH 482-9823 .262-3602 236-4393 LJ. UNITED CO-OPERATIVES OF ONTARIO a 0 0 0 0