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The Wingham Advance-Times, 1973-04-05, Page 14 tl giv is h Developrnents -' wasa the green light to ,Stove. ahead on the $320,009 apartflient and town how project .en Manor Road . ,lecouncil .Monda y eight. This ecionr ��24. came after , . *adorable debate during virhich the advantages and possible availability of an alternative site in, the vicinity of Cornyp Street and the south end of Diagonal Road were considered, James Hayman made it clear that his first choice would be the Manor Road area and after Mayor DeWitt Miller traced the background leading up to the de- veloper's proposal and problerns connected with obtaining a proper road allowance for the South end site, it was evident that only the Manor Road site really came into the picture. - Councillor Jack Hayes brought matters to a head. "We are sit- - ting here to serve the best ° in- terests of the people so I move Eight join Kin Club The growth of . the Wingham Kinsmen Club was enhanced Tuesday, March 27, when eight new members were welcomed into the club at thedinner meet- ing held at the 'Sportsmen's Club with the Kinettes catering ; and serving the meal. Formal induction of the new members was conducted by Derek Nind, deputy governor of Zone B, assisted by Mac Ritchie of the local club, co-ordinator for . Zone B of Kin. In their addresses to the candidates, 'both ,a res the obi .ct Ves Of Kid, tile; faction ton ofo c n tibia ng community. Those admitted were. Peter McGillabee, Marty Hanninan, Brian McEwan, Larry Mc- Donald, Bob Crawford, Rick Ty - sick, Tom Douglas and Garry, Watcher. The latter was absent during the induction but was registered with the others'. In the usual Kin fashion, the new members were later initiated into the club by fellow members with a series of 'cere- monies of a humorous that we accept the developer's prop$ tl subject to' any revision of -the original plan." Just, prior to .Mr. Hayes' mo- tiQan, Councillors Margaret' Ben- deur 3 rind John Bateson made cgrmients which helped set the stage. for the motion. Mrs, Ben- nett said, "Why are we horsing around? Everyone here knows how, they will vote so let's get it done."' Mr. Bateson's comment con- cerning Mrs, Henderson's reluct- ance to sell land to provide .a road allowance to Jayhay indicated council had only one choice. Situation Reviewed In his review of the situation earlier, Mayor Miller told council that Mrs. Henderson had said that if she deeded land for a road allowance she would lose $�(: land in the Manor Rea�d.ar . - thought Mrs. tonron had age '. to Selll her Diego.* lead, Welt erty, others in the area w� not' in favor of a building prict at - thls time. Mayor hiller said, ' sJa' . preference for the .M Manor Road; site related to housing reqs. meats of employeesof '.CKN, Lively. nonagenaricn arks. 92nd A jolly euchre party was held by.twoo dozen players at the home of Frank McCormick of Patrick: Street Thursday evening, but it was no ordinary. euchre party. It was a way or celebrating the 92nd birthday of Frank, a highly ac- tive nonagenarian who is famous locally for his continuing interest in bowling and curling, cards and bingo. Although a little hard of hear- ing,Mr. McCormick is active and witty, and has a lively sense of humor. Mr. McCormick was born on Lot 25, Con. 1 of Culross Township in Bruce County, a son of an Irish immigrant, Donald McCormick. He attended local schools and farmed for many years on a farm still held in the same family by a nephew, Bill McCormick.. Frank came ,,to Wingham 20 years ago. He has a. brother John in Wing - ham and also a sister,_; Mrs. K. Roth of Seaforth who will be 98 in July, Sisters :Mrs. Leah. Fitz - d, 11, were, McCormick also has a step - grandson and five grandchildren. In excellent health for a man of his age, Mr. McCormick recom- mends "lots of hard work" as a recipe• for longevity. He says he has had lots of it. As to his activi- ties as an active sportsman, he bowled and curled up to last year but is now on the "spare" list as a far as curling goes: He :still en- longevity, one ancestor livit? g' joys the euchre : games and is a the ;ripe old age of 107, wit may keen bingo fan. well be "many happy returns The family has a history of the day". • high school and hospital, "We need housing, this type of hous- ing. If we, as aoouncil,, feel there is this need, all we have to do is determine where it should be erected." Mr. Hayes interjected, "We are actually a peninsula with no place to go but to the .east." Following the approval for the Manor Road site, Deputy Reeve Harold Wild said council could expect legal action from the opposition. Representatives of this "op- position",, residents of Summit Drive; Mrs. S. Leedham, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Lee, Dr. Ken Lawless, Dick LeVan, Ken Wood, Marvin Streich, Perry Holmes, Richard •Schwichtei erg and Hans Kuy- venhoven, were present. F'bllow- r ing the decision of council, they walked out, obviously displeased with the outcome. Mayor Miller commented to council, "Until we can get the town zoned we are vunerable. We have an official plan but that is all. Gary Davidson, county planner, started over a year ago to prepare for zoning, but other • work for the county has inter- fered and nothing has been done for about 10 months." Before the discussion reSard- ing the housing project was intro- duced, a letter from Ross Hamil- ton of CKNX was read.,, The writer said some of his em- ployees were unable to move to Wi igham because of the lack of . housing and asked council to take steps to alleviate the shortage. Initiate inspection plan for building, plumbing By Shirley Keller The initial steps toward county- wide plumbing and building in- spection were approved by Huron County Council at last Thurs- days session in the court house at Goderich. It is expected the cost of the :plumbing and building division of `hoard of Health will be fully supported on a user pays. basis and with a sliding fee scale of $15 .,for the first $i,000 of construction value; $7.50 per $1,000 for the next $24,000 of construction; $5 .per $i,000�for values of $25,000 to $50,000; ';$2.50 per $1,000 for $50,000 to .$100,000; and $2 per $t1.,,0y,/■00 for values in excess of lOfficer '9'f..„,11010).4k. 1'ani r" MIN `ltd eo>anciI tat a plii `blink inspection by-law woul4be drawn up by the county board of health and ,a presenta- tion concerning its content would be made to every municipal council in the county. , • Although the municipalities are autonomous as. far as • plumbing inspection is concerned, Dr, Mills said it would be hoped that a majority of the municipalities, if not all, would adopt the suggested plumbing, by-law for their own. Seek Uniformity Chairman of the committee, Gerry Ginn of Goderich Town- ship, said the board hopes that uniformity across the county where plumbing inspection is concerned, will be achieved. He said the main purpose of the county inspection plan is to pro- tect the public from "poor con- tractors and that sort of thing". "We know from past ex- perience there are houses that are not very old and they're hav- ing real problems," said Mr. Ginn. "The matter has been under discussion for about a year now." Mrs. Helen Jermyn of Exeter •said the citizens of that commu- nity are "grateful" for the build- ing inspector and she felt a plumbing inspection would be welcome, too. Derry Boyle, also of Exeter, said that the main con- cern centres around new con- tractors coming in from outside the area. He told of one house in Exeter that contained 57 infrac- tions of Exeter's by-law and sold for $28,000. Dr. Mills said that when the program is initiated, persons who issue building permits will be charged with the responsibility to e be certain the building lot is suit- able for the use intended; that the proper plans have been pre- B sented; and that the plans are t SPRITELY THOUGH NINETY-TWO is Frank McCormick of Patrick Street, Wingham, \ovho was honored on' his birth- day Thursday when members of the family, friends and neighbors joined in an evening of cards. A resident of Wing - ham for the past 20 years, he is well known for his active in- terest in b9v+Iing, curling, cards and bingo: (Staff Photo) °"�" Committee reports deal with routine business �airwRrr�t- ALONG THE MAIN DRAG By The Pedestrian By The Pedestrian DiDN'T GET AWAY— In a short note from the Miami Fishing Tournament we learn that Ed Daer, one of our local boys in blue, won angling recog- nition when he landed a 19 -pound fish. The note says he was fishing out of Key West with Capt. Tony Terracino on they "Greyhound". What kind of fish'? Your guess is par with durs. Our informant called it a "19-1b. permit". Now that's a new one! 0-0-0 WHERE'S THE LINIMENT?— There will be puffing and groaning at the arena this week- end when the annual skate-a-thon takes place. Billed to start at 9 a.m. Saturday. the hardy types (hopefully) will still he on the -ice tl at its conclusion at 9 n tn. Sun- day,. Money raised wlii help p.,) for the installation of a drain and replacement of the end boards. 0--i0-0 READ DEDICATiON— Advised by his companions that there was something a little strange about an item of furni- ture In his window, John Currie left a hockey game to investigate. 41l He returned to the game with a wild look in his eye which indicat- ed to Bill Johnston and company their prank had been successful. 0-0-0 HE'S BACK— The story on the Main Drag about the street sweeper who lost his job because he couldn't keep his mind in the gutter I4 evidence that the Newmarket story -teller is back in town. 0---0-40 WOMEN EVERYWHERE -- The Synodical Society of Hamilton and London sponsors the WMS meeting next Tuesday and Wednesday at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. This means a number of visitors will be here to view the town. Reports from committees of council failed to provide any vital news Monday night, being for the most part routine matters. Mrs. Margaret Bennett, re- - porting on finances, presented a detailed list of purchases of supplies and services which totalled $22,029.86 and salaries for March totalling $12,111.39 be- fore deductions. William Harris, chairman of police committee, told council that the new wage contract for 1973 had been accepted by the officers and that he and Chief Jim Miller had acquired four desks for thg new offices at bargain prices Reeve Joe Kerr, for public works, said that the dump site would be good for several years and is in good condition. Councillor John Bateson, chairman of property committee, said plans to repair lawns damaged by atrazine were un- derway, that the police offices are being painted this week and spoke of the need for air -circula- tion in the new offices. He brought to council's atten- tion the number of old cars parked on various- properties which could be considered an eyesbre to those living close by and suggested that the police list the cars and locations and Clerk William Renwick might write, advising .the offending vehicles be moved. Councillor Tim Willis reported on a recent meeting of the Huron Mutual Fire Aid Association and said all member municipalities of the group tied in with Wingham for fire protection had agreed to each pay $500 to offset the operat- ingdeficit. Mr. Willis reported the local fire department had spent $1,000 for a nozzle, monitor and a quantity of fire hose, part of the plan to up -date equipment. Deputy Reeve Harold Wild re- ported that about $1,500 had been realized from the Midget hockey tournament and paid tribute to those who had workedto make the event a success. Councillor Jack Hayes, chair- man of the industrial promotion committee, asked council for opinions about holding another industrial appreciation night, questioning if one should be held in the fall. General opinion was that per- haps 'May of 1974 would be a better choice of time and Mr. Hayes will plan for the future. Comment was made regarding the continuing distribution of the town's industrial brochure and Mr. Hayes said copies still are being mailed. Councillor Jack Gillespie re- ported briefly on the operation of the Day Care Centre, saying at the present time only eight full- time children were registered with the balance on a half-day some days a week. Mr. Gillespie presented his budget which will be held *until the general budget is prepared His figures indicated about $29.- 000 would be required as the gross operational cost. Dates tor daylight saving were set. The clock will move ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday April 29 and be set back October 28. carried out in the building as it i constructed. Coitaminated Well He said a typical problem no shows up when the property is re sold, after the septic system i covered, after the plumbing an wiring has been hidden behin panelling and plaster. He said call from a lady with a con taminated well in a home just re- cently purchased revealed th septic system too close to the w although the new owners had been given assurances the 'w was in another spot on the prop- erty. He said m too many cases, th problems arise "after the'fact' and he noted that wbtI be was a reluc t ,a �u. � ilyQ.a0t+� business of plan ing and ) d ing inspections on a county basis, it was important for the protec- tion of county citizens. "We're living in a clip joint world," observed Bill Elston of Morris Township. Dr.' Mills described the prob- lem as "so complex it is probably why it has not been done before". Deb Shewfelt of Goderich said that in his opinion it was an im- portant initial.. step to take in Huron. It was estimated the program from July 1 to the end of 1973 would run as high as $20,000 for one qualified administrator, sec- retary and two combined build- ing and plumbing inspectors. Everett Mcllwain said he felt the estimate was low and should be multiplied by two or two and a half. s w s a a e - e well well P- e Good prizes in shopping spree Winner of the $300 shopping spree sponsored by the Wingham Kinsmen was Don, Farnell. Ori- ginally planned for the Winterfest Weekend, the draw was held over until March 31. Winners in the elimination draw, each receiving $25 prizes, were Doug Finley, Bob Reming- ton, George Walling, Lloyd Scott and Bill Snowden. Jim Marks came up with the big prize, winning $300. Ticket sales were below ex- pectations but 105 tickets were reported sold. The attendance at Saturday's affair was good and veryone had an enjoyable time. Chairman for this project was Marty Hanninan, assisted by Ray ateman. The Kinettes provided he lunch. CONN IE AND HEATHER STRETCH,. 'twin daughters :off Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Streich of Wingbam, were;;among the four contestants in last week's Lions Club Talent Hunt to be chosen to appear. for the grand prize in the April presents- tion. The girls are members of the Deb -u -Tons Ma,jorettes.of. Wingham. (Photo by Ward.Robertsorl,l., Fifteen acts ,prey in Lions Talent Hui: Entries from Wingha •n, At -Stretch of. W. 'w+ ood, Lucknow `nl ll `' l fya�+}i and tient r, Fs enter, 'final - the e ><nai show the Wingham' Lions Talent Hunt in April when they were the choice of judges at the town hall last Thursday night. It was the third show of the current aeries and was presented with 15 acts on the program! Twins Connie and Heather ; `.,., st+s ' It „� w�:..-�. _ z ,a �. of bb g outnties� to gain . ai coveted spot and the $10 prize money. Also chosen were soloist Doug Inglis, RR 1, Clifford, who did an excellent job with The Sound of Music. Doug was a contestant last year and while failing 'to place, made quite an impression -,.., on the'audience. The Atwood Steppettes, Jane Scarlett, Bonnie Duncan, Lori Broome and Bonnie Hymers, opened the show with a fast-mov- ing routine which helped set the pace fora well-balanced show and Stephen Pritchett of RR 1, Lucknow also' appealed to the judges with his singing.' The show was under the direc- tion of Lion Archie Hill with Jim Swan master of ceremonies. Letter received cannot publish A lengthy and detailed letter was received by the editor of The Advance-Titnes last week, deal- ing with the writer's personal views on the proposed housing development which has been under study by the local planning board and the town council.. Although the letter carried a very. concise declaration of the stand taken by many residents of this community who feel that the personal interests of the present property owners in the neighbor- hood of the suggested building site are influencing the official decision, we cannot publish the letter. It carries a signature which is not clearly legible and is possibly a pen name rather than an actual signature. If the writer wishes to clarify his identity we will cer- tainly print his message. In questions of this kind, where strong and sometimes critical opinions are expressed, we insist that letters be signed and if necessary addresses given, so there is no question of the origin. We sincerely regret being forced to omit a letter- which ex- presses valid opinion on ques- tions of importance to the de- velopment of this.community, but we have no alternative if the letters are not signed by the writers. Expect to hold tax line despite budget increase The March session of Huron County Council was a somewhat low-key meeting despite the fact that several increased budgetsn the county's various departments were presented for approval. Assessment office, there will also be sufficient funds for this pur- pose without any increase to county ratepayers. estimated at $291,906 and last year's County of Huron share was estimated at $91,847 ($91.67R actual). When the budget is brought in The Planning Board budget is next month it will show that up $25,214 to $72,150. Consultant Although the 1973 budget has $25,000 has been set aside in the fees for the study on Urban De - not yet been finalized, there was Hospital Reserve Fund; an em- velopment in Rural Areas good news for county ratepayers ployee benefit reserve; as well as (UDIRA) is one of the major in the Executive Committee re- another $50,009 for the working reasons accounting for an esti- port. It was 'stated that there Is capital fund. . mated additional $8,000. every indication there will be no Several proposed budgets were The budget for the Huron increase in county rates this approved in Thursday's session. County Library is up over $15,000 year. All are up. to $193,850. The Huron County As well,the report promised The Children's Aid Society Pioneer Museum budget is also that in the event the county en- budget is $297,084 for 1973 with up by *bout $4,000 to $39,000. ters upon a building program at the County of Huron portion The iniad budget is also higher the Huron -Perth Regional $103,087. Last year's budget was this year at,$1,987,000, but will be financed with the same amount of county funds, $738,000. Extra allotments from the provincial government were cited as the ex- planation. This year, the prov- ince is paying 62.9,per cent of the total road -.budget while the county is picking up only 37.1 per cent. The budget of the Land Divi- sion Committee remains about the same as last year, made up of $27,200 from fees and $6,000 of county money. In this case revenue will depend upon the number of applications and again this year the committee is ex- pecting applications from On- tariO Hydro regarding transmis- sion lines which will be running from the Bruce Nuclear Station through the northern part of Huron. According to the budget, 680 applications at $40 each will total 827,200. County Museum The museum budget showed that $11,200 is expected this year in admissions and sales. The County of Huron is expected to add the remaining $27,800 to the budget. Deputy clerk Bill Hanly, acting in the place of Clerk John Berry at Thursday's meeting, said the committee had been "very pessimistic on the admission side". Museum curator Ray Scotch - mer said admission rates had been adjusted upward and should result in increased revenue for the museum. He also reminded council that he would hike to see a souvenir stand in the museum and noted that any sales promo- tions the museum had attempted in the past had realized addi- tional profit. It should be noted that included in the museum,iiudget is $1,000 for maintenance at Dunlop Tomb where steps need to be replaced and some masonary work must be completed. Accidents create hospital cases Four persons were admitted to Wingham and District Hospital and two others received treat- ment and were released during the week of March 27 to March 31. Norman Coultes, HR 5, Wing - ham, received a concussion and abrasions to his head and face last Tuesday when a tree he was cutting down fell on him. Mrs. Gertrude Lockwood, RR 5, Clinton, was bitten on the left leg by a dog Friday as she got out of ,.her car. Following treatment she was released. Also on Friday, 16 -year-old Albert Forsyth of Holyrood was admitted with a severely dis- placed fracture of his right elbow received while wrestling at the high school. Seven-year-old Francis Old- gengarm, RR 7, Gorrie, was treated for a deep laceration to his forehead Friday. It was re- ported he fell while playing ball and struck his head on a bench. Samuel Hewitt, 29, of RR 1, Wingham, was admitted Satur- day with head injuries, facial and abdominal abrasions. He ap- parently lost control of his ear and it entered the creek at the Lower Town cqrner. The accident was investigated by OPP officer Ken Balzer. Miss Annie McKinnon, RR 1, Wingham, was admitted with injury to her eye and contusions to her arms and legs, received in a fall at home Saturday. Follow- ing treatment she was trans- ferred via ambulance to Victoria Hospital, London. —Mr. and Mrs. Percy Caslick, Carling Terrace, spent the week- end with relatives at Lion's Head.