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Clinton News-Record, 1987-05-13, Page 3MASSE-. v tECIGUSulu Fred Lobb has a reason to smile. His company, H. Lobb and Sons Ltd., recently signed a contract with Massey -Ferguson. So far the response to this change has been favorable from the general public, Lobb's Mr. Lobb said, and he is very optimistic about the future with Massey -Ferguson. (David Emslie photo) gets Massey -Ferguson line By David Emslie CLINTON - After going for over two years without a contract with a mainline farm machinery company, H. Lobb and Sons. Ltd. have signed a contract for the Massey - Ferguson line. Owner Fred Lobb explained that after los- ing their Case line approximately two -and - a -half years ago they were approached by a number of companies. "We were considering all of the options. At one stage of the game we even thought that operating with the short lines and Kubota tractors ,would be adequate. Over that period of time we pretty well decided that because of the size of our property and the size of our building, we ne6ded a mainline company to support our overhead," Mr. Lobb said. Therefore, when they were approached by Massey -Ferguson representatives about carrying their line, they decided it could be a good deal to make. The contract was ap- proved on March 23. The two year period in which Lobb's didn't have a mainline company wasn't all bad for the business. Dl -,•int; this time they became deeply involved in the lawn and garden end of the business. Mr. Lobb noted, "We found it to be a suc- cessful addition. We have a small engines department, and our busines has really grown in that area over the last couple of years." While they are planning to offer the com- plete line of Massey -Ferguson equipment, including parts and service, they will con- tinue to provide service to their customers who bought Case and New Holland equip- ment from them in the past. Mr. Lobb is optimistic about having the line in Clinton. "This will be a benefit for area farmers who had to travel further for Massey -Ferguson parts and services before." He was also pleasantly surprised with a new series of tractors that Massey - Ferguson recently released, namely the 300 series and the 3,000 series. "Especially the 3,000 series. I personally was surprised to find the innovative new features they have in the 3,000 series. They are one of a few companies that have come Vaccinate against rabies or pay Pet owners in Huron County will now be subject to a minimum fine of $50 for failing to have their pets vaccinated against rabies. Council passed this motion during their regular me-ithly meeting on May 7. Board of Health Chairman Grant Stirl- ing says the only problem with the new fine is how to enforce it. He said t' -.e board will have to take a hard look at how to police the fining of those who ignore the new Compulsory Rabies Vaccination Program in the county which came into effect on March 2 of this year. Mr. Stirling suggested that perhaps those hired by the municipalities to sell dog tags could also check vaccination $50 fine papers. Exeter Reeve Bill Mickle asked that the new $50 fine be publicized in the newspapers to tell the public that if the animal is not vaccinated they will subject to a fine. "The county could use this ( publicity) as a warning. This would guard against com- ing down on people about vaccinations and them not knowing anything about it," he sa id. Tuckersmith Reeve Robert Bell said he also had doubts about the policing of the fine. however, he said it is up to everyone in the county to make sure that their pets are vaccinated. Monday euchre results CLINTON - Results of Monday afternoon euchre on May 11 saw Reta Wright take the ladies' high, Vera Gibbings win the ladies' low and Vi Howes took the ladies' lone han(7s. In the men's division, Clark Stanley won the high, Orlan Johnston the low and Dorothy Wilson had the lone hands. Kip Rolkide Chicken Roast Chicken Super Fresh - 4 lbs. and up OPEN!: Tuesday. Wednesday & Thursday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Friday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. out with innovative new products in the last few years," he said. Another point in favor for the Massey - Ferguson deal lies in the fact that Lobb's had to hire more worker$ with the arrival of the line. "I think, as a result of this, that we had to add some staff again. And, at this point in time, we're really pleased with the response from the general public. We're very op- timistic about our future with Massey - Ferguson, Mr. Lobb concluded. CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 1987—Page 3 Councils decide not to buy fire hall By Wilma Oke TUCKERSMITH TWP. — The members of Stanley Township council, and their clerk, Mel Graham, attended the Tuckersmith Township Council session on April 21 to discuss the proposed purchase of the former Ross Scott building, as a possible firehall for Brucefield. After discussion it became evident neither council was enthusiastic about the purchase of a new fire hall. Both councils felt the cost of the building, plus the extensive renova- t:uns that would be needed, would make it too expensive. Adding an extension to the present firehall was not considered sensible for the old building. The present lot is considered too small in any case. As Bill Dowson of Stanley said, "I don't see how we could improve our fire protec- tion ability by changing the fire hall.. Oiher Business Council accepted the quotation of Stanley Sales and Services for the 1962 Massey Bull Dog Tractor for $2,630. The quotation of Wayne and Harold Smith for the Mott Mower for $320 was accepted by council. For the 1978 Dodge Van council accepted the quotation of Clarence Doherty for $200. The quotation of Wayne and Harold Smith Construction Limited was accepted for the transit level for $428. Council set the following rates for atten • dance at the Day Care Centre one full day, $15; two to five full days, $13.50; one to five half days, $10 ( with or without lunch.) Council will ask the Clinton Fire Area Board budget be referred back to the board for an explanation on the building maintenance amount and the tanker truck purchase. Council will apply far a second allocation under the Low Rise Rehabiliation Program with the Ministry of Housing for a further 25 units. As well, Reeve Robert Bell and Clerk Jack McLachlan are authorized to sign on behalf of the municipality. Council endorsed the resolution of the Township of Horton requesting the Solicitor General to consider providing capital fun- ding assistance for the purchase of motoriz- ed fire fighting equipment for small municipalities. The Clinton Hospital Building Fund Com- mittee was granted permission to canvass the township for donations to the building fund. Council will apply to the Ministry of Tourism and Recreation for a capital grant for the siding and insulation proposed for the Vanastra Recreation Centre. Council approved the offer of John Henderson for grass cutting the parks in Vanastra during 1987 at a rate of $5.25 per hour. Grant not as large as expected STANLEY TWP. - Members of Stanley Council heard some disappointing news last week. They had hoped a provincial governemnt grant' would completely cover the estimated $56,000 cost to replace the old bridge west of the Goshen Church that was washed out during the heavy rainfalls last fall. (The road has been closed all winter.) Word was received on Friday that a grant is coming, but for only $42,000 to pay 75 per Cont r the nnct The town ship will have to come up with the remaining $14,000. Council had delayed bringing in the 1987 budget and setting the mill rate until they . had definite word about the grant. Clerk Mel Graham said councillors now have two op- tions: they can go back and pare down other items in the budget, or adjust the mill rate to bring in the needed money. 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