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Clinton News-Record, 1984-10-17, Page 9Elston ready for election Huron -Bruce Liberals acclaimed Murray Elston as their candidate in the next provin- cial election at a nomination meeting held in Lucknow. Elston has been the riding's repreSentatll>e at Queen's Park for the past fhree and one-half years. He will face Norma Peterson of the New Democrats and Bill Thomson of the Con- servatives. Elston's nomination was unanimous and there were no other nominations. In accepting the nomination Elston told about 250 Liberals at the Lucknow Com- munity Centre, he wants to contipue to serve the people of Huron -Bruce as he has done during his term at the Ontario legislature. He said the appreciation from the people of the riding for the work he has done and their support has encouraged him to seek the Huron -Bruce seat again. He said the ridings in this area have a tradition of sending peo- ple to the legislature who want to work for the betterment of the individuals. alwagood as we have it here, there are ys ways to make it better," he com- mented. Elston said he wants to speak up for farmers. He wants to make sure that area farmers are no longer at a disadvantage when marketing their products, because of programs in other provinces which sub- sidize farmers' cost of production, giving them a competitive edge in the marketplace. We produce as good as any other farmers in the country and we cannot continue without government support, he said. 'We have been struggling to get the ear of the "asphalt farmer" and we have to fight long and hard with people so firmly entren- ched as this government is," said Elston, referring to the Minister of Agriculture Den- nis Timbrell and his Conservative col- leagues in the Tory caucus. Elston also intends to help people who do not have the opportunity to work. He said he was pleased to see the release of $3.5 million in BILD funding for the steam pipeline to serve the Bruce Energy Centre. Elstbn said the pipeline has the potential to develop industrial diversification in the riding. Elston said he is also committed to the development of programs to foster growth of fuel alcohol production. The Huron -Bruce MPP said he wants to help people expand their dreams, so young people can work in the riding. Elston said Premier William Davis, only consults his cabinet colleagues and his caucus when he gets desperate.. The Pur- chase of Suncor was made by four people. The Ontarie- treasurer at the time, Frank Miller, was against the purchase, but Davis bought it anyway, said Elston. Davis pur- chased a $10 -million executive jet without consulting his colleagues. If he really gets desperate he will ask the electorate what they think, observed Elston. The Minaki Lodge expansion is held up by the Tory government as a way government intervention creates jobs, said Elston. Do you realize, he asked, the people on staff at Minaki come from every place imaginable, except Minaki? The lodge is managed by an American consulting firm, he added. "That's the job provision services of our provincial government," remarked Elston. On the other hand he pointed out, Liberal leader David Peterson consulted with business and municipalities and then the Liberal party in Ontario developed a pro- gram' to provide jobs for young .people, designed to give youth job opportunities and work experience. Parts of that program have been picked up by the Ontario treasurer Larry Grossman to be used in the program he developed. Elston said he is also committed to pro- viding job skills training to permit people to take the jobs that will become available in the '80s. Elston said he anticipates a hard fight in the provincial electidn. He pointed out that when the Huron Bruce riding became a sub- ject of the revision study, it became ap- parent the riding would be destroyed. "Huron -Bruce was to be dismembered and we were to lose our ruralvoice," said Elston. The Liberal riding association executive took a proposal and called on the Huron - Bruce Conservatives to assist them in their objections. The Liberal party in this riding received no reply from the riding PCs. Elston said he resents this because as members of the rural riding, it is imperative that people speak out on the preservation of the Huron -Bruce seat. Elston told his fellow Liberals he intends to make the preserva- tion of the rural voice in the Legislature an important issue in the election campaign. "We must hold high the qualities of reform and send back a Liberal represen- tative from Huron -Bruce," Elston said, throwing out a challenge to his election op- ponents. The new Potter in Blyth By Chris Courtney Lewis Pitman, The Potter, and, his wife, Valerie, have re -opened The Pottery in Blyth. Both Lewis and Valerie received their Visual Arts training in Winchester, England. Lewis taught in Hampshire and started the Winchester Pottery before emigrating to Canada in 1955. Lewis and Valerie have lived as far north as. Kenora, and as far south as Welland. Lewis graduated from McMaster University, Canada, and York University in the 'U.K., and has for many years taught English in Ontario Secondary. Schools: Valerie took time off from her career to raise their three children, who are all living in Hamilton. Lewis has taken early retirement from teaching, and he and Valerie feel that they have come full circle, as their new venture echoes. earlier years in Winchester, England. They work together in The Pottery and as well as producing functional and decorative ware, they share the making of decorative' wildflower plates. These plates are sold in their shop, and a limited number are sold in other parts of the country. Lewis and Valerie (and Theodore, their dalmation .dog!) have .settled happily. in Blyth and are enjoying village life and 'making new friends. Lewis Pitman and his wife Valerie recently assumed ownership of The Pottery in Blyth. (James Friel photo) Ontario THE COMMISSION ON PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN ONTARIO REQUESTS SUBMISSIONS Dr. Bernard Shapiro, the Commissioner . inquiring into the role of private schools in the education of children in Ontario has been given the responsibility to: • document and comment on the con- tribution of private schools to ele- mentary and secondary education in Ontario; , • identify possible alternative forms of., governance for private schools and to make recommendations for changes deemed to be appropriate; • assess whether public funding, and its attendant obligations, would be desirable and -could be compat- ible with the natureof their independence. • identify and comment upon existing and possible relationships between privateschools and publicly - supported school boards. No general' public hearings are planned. Interested individuals or parties who have information and/or wish to comment on any or all of these issues are however, asked to submit briefs to the commissioner by December 31, 1984. Typed submissions should be sent to: Neal T. Emery Executive Secretary The Commission on Private Schools in Ontario Suite 4-299 252 Bloor Street West Toronto, Ontario M5S1V5 Those planning to submit briefs should notify the Commission by October 31,1984 at the above address, or by phoning (416) 965-7044. All briefs submitted will be considered public information. CLINTON lalEVOS—RECORD, WEDNESDAY, OC1DBER 17a 1904---F: q, (l. The Fourth Annual Blyth Festival's Medieval Feast was a sight to behold. Members of the Festival, volunteers and those there simply for the feast, were in high spirits as wenches, lords of misrule and the king and queen carried on. Music was provided by Michael O'Kelly and Joesph Dickenson. Also providing entertainment were the Renaissance Dancers from the University of Waterloo. The Belgrave Kinsmen roasted the pig while head chefs Sheila Richards and Carol Irwin took care of food inside. Above are ( left to right) Joan.Chandler, who played the wench; Jtm Schaefer, Lord of Misrule; Queen Katherine Kaszas, the new artistic director at the Festival; King Stephen Kaszas; and Jay Paterson, Lord of Misrule. ( Anne Narejko photo) Thirty-fivevoice choir sings. at Walton WALTON - On October 12, The Crescendos of St. Thomas, a 35 voice male choir enter- tained a large audience in the Duff's church auditorium. They sang many familiar songs and. hymns in their usual fine voice under the direction of their choir leader; accompanied by piano and organist. The pianist played several numbers between choir numbers. Helen Craig gave a warm welcome to the choir and to those who attended. Marilyn McDonald gave courtesy remarks. Duff's United Worshippers were greeted Sunday morn- ing by Maxine Marks and Don Blaine. Organist was Marion Godkin. Ushers were Emerson Mitchell, Jack McEwing and Laverne McClure. The Rev. Charles A. Swan spoke about Confessing our Faith. He spoke to the children on Importance of numbers. W.I. Notes The Walton Women's Institute (WI) serv- ed ereed another noon luncheon on October. 10. This was followed by euchre upstairs. There were threetables in play and, the win- ners were: High lady - Mrs. Greta Kerr, Seaforth; low - Mrs. H. Dolmage, Seaforth; High man - Harold Bolger; low Harvey Dolmage,Seaforth. Edna Hackwell won thecut with Torrance Dundas for the most lone hands. This was convened by Annie Reid. UCW news The Walton I UCW group met on October 10. Marie Coutts opened devotions. Gloria Wilbee announced the thanksgiving hymns accompanied by pianist Doreen Hackwell. Scripture lesson was read by Marie Coutts followed by Gloria Wilbee giving the meditation and a poem. Marjorie Hum- phries led in prayer. Mary Humphries took as her topic readings on Thanksgiving. Viola Kirkby presided for the business. Minutes were read by Audrey Hackwell. Roll call naming a verse with thanks was answered by 23 members, Announcements frqm the executive meeting were given out. Calendars have ar- rived and may be purchased from the presi- dent. Next Sunday is U.C.W. recognition day, ladies will sing in the choir. Bale articles are to be left at the church by October 28. A committee was picked to help clean the church on October 29. Plans were made for the Friday night musical. A nursery was discussed for the Sunday School. The next unit meeting for November has been changed to the Thursday night. Howatt drain report under study HULLETT TWP. - Hullett Township Coun- cil provisionally adopted the report on the Howatt municipal drain at the October 2 meeting at the township's municipal building. The court of revision will be held October 23 at 9 p.m. if there are any objections to assessments. Tender approved Township council approved a snow removal tender from George Radford Con- struction. The tender, the only one received by the mumcipallty, was tor $33 per hour. Council also authorized the roads superintendent to hire extra help for the township's snow removal equipment. A wingman for the municipal truck was ap- proved for the 1984-85 winter. London service used Council agreed to continue the use of a London computer service for tax billing pur- poses. The municipality began using the company last year for billing. The service should cost Hullett between $800 and $900. CLINTON FARM MARKET HARVEST SPECIALS SPECIALS IN EFFECT NOW 'TILL SUNDAY OCTOBER 21 ONTARIO APPLES FRESH ONTARIO MacINTOSH APPLES 4 Varieties to choose from - Macs, Courtlands, Empires, Tolman Sweets. 99 We've got a whole wagonload of HALLOWE'EN PUMPKINS 149 • each r ; Produce USA California LETTUCE Ontario CABBAGE 31 I Red or White ONTARIO POTATOES 50 Ib. bag 399 Produce of Ontario - 3 varieties Pepper, Butternut, Buttercup SQUASH — Wide Variety Of Fresh Produce — Ontario Romaine Lettuce - Ontario Cat. liflower - Grapefruit - Oranges - Pears • Apples - Bananas - Grapes - Fruit Juices (100°° Pure • Wiley Bros, • No Additives' - 6 varieties) • Broccoli • Pineapple • Tomatoes - lemons • Farm Fresh Eggs - Maple Syrup • Green Peppers Mushrooms • Celery - Carrots • Radishes - Cabbages - Lettuce - Cucumbers Squash. CLINTON FARM MARKET 212 Victoria St. (Hwy. 4 South) Clinton OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 9 AM -9 PM • t r� d A\ti r. f off •1;