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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1983-06-29, Page 5War veterans from Westminster Hospital were in Goderich last Wednesday for their annual visit sponsored by Legion Branch 109. While half the group boarded a tug to do some fishing on the lake, the other half toured the town by bus. Later both groups met at the Local Legion hall for slipper and a social time. (Photo by Joanne Buchanan) • Grand Bend man wins Fish Congest Dear Editor, I wish to inform the readers that the winner of the 1982 Molson Big Fish Contest in the Coho category was Mr. Ted Triebner from Grand Bend. He won the contest with an all time record coho salmon weighing in at 24 pounds even. He caught the fish near the Goderich breakwall around 10 a.m. and took nearly two hours to land it. Mr. Triebner has received $150 in cash and a new 55 h.p. Evenrude outboard motor for his entry. There has been some debate in this area as to whether it was a coho or a Chinook sahnon. Following is a letter from Mr. R.G. Morgan, executive vice- ETTE president of the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters which should be of interest to the readers I also wish to take this opportunity to invite all fishermen to visit Goderich and see the "Prettiest Town in Canada"_ We have two excellent launching ramps as well as other facilities for your use. Yours truly, Bruce Allin, Dockmaster, Snug Harbour Marina Dear Sir, I am writing to you to try and clear up any miscon- ceptions that may exist from the results of the 1982 win- ning , coho salmon in the "Molson" Big Fish Contest. Ted Triebner of Grand Bend, Ontario, entered a 24 pound coho salmon into the contest. His entry was judged by five very qualified judges that included one of the leading ichthyologists in North America. He is Dr. Ed Crossman, Curator of the Royal Ontario Museum. He has a great interest in this contest and lis one of the most knowledgeable persons available to distinguish between coho and chinook sahnon. All of the judges are fully qualified and are very knowledgeable, capable people. It also includes' a senior staff person from the Ministry of Natural Resources. After close examination, there was no doubt in the judges' minds the fish en- tered was a coho. Thank you for your in- terest in the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters and the "Molson" Big Fish Contest. Yours in Conservation, R.G. Morgan. Association surrenders its. charter Dear Editor, Due to the closure of Bluewater Centre for the Developmentally Handicap- ped, the Volunteer Associa- tion is surrendering its charter. At a recent meeting a mo- tion was passed to establish a lifetime Scholarship of $500 annually for young people from Goderich or Huron County entering community college programs in Mental Retardation Counselling. The amount involved to set up this Scholarship is between $7,000 and $9,000. Several of the active volunteers were opposed to the disposition of such a large amount of funds for this purpose, when we were of the opinion that we were raising money for the benefit of the Bluewater residents. With the opening of group homes and a new workshop, the need for funds is urgently required and this amount would have • been of great assistance to the Goderich Telethon is for U.S. only Dear Editor, Because American televi- sion networks will be broad- casting a telethon for the U.S_ Malrch of Dimes on July 3 and 4, 1983, I would like to take this opportunity to. ex- plain the difference between that organization and the On- tario March of Dimes. There has been a great deal of confusion regarding the work of the two agencies in the past. For your infor- mation, the U.S. March of Dunes provides services and programs for physically disabled adults, regardless of disability. Neither the Ontario March of Dimes nor any other • Canadian organization will benefit from funds pledged to the U.S. March of Dimes during the telethon. . The only connection we have had with the U.S. March of Dimes is an historic one. Both agencies Were created to raise funds for research and provide rehabilitation when polio was a major concern. Witli the introduction of the Salk vaccine which prac- tically eliminated new in- cidences of polio, the U.S. March of Dimes concen- trated on the issue of birth defects. Through its earlier' work with polio patients in the 1950's, the Ontario March of Dimes discovered many other people in communities who were physically disabl- ed and it chose to provide general services tq meet their needs. Today, the Ontario March of Dimes has 15 regional of- fices and promotes increas- ed mobility, independence and integration for disabled adults. Its services include a summer vacation program, free accessibility and barrier -free design consulta- tion, community develop- ment, travelling medical clinics; personal support ser- vices providing assistive devices and electronic aids and public education pro - gra" We are concerned thatthe general 'public may continue to confuse the work of the two organizations dueto the common names and would appreciate any assistance you can provide in clarifying our work. Thank you for your con- tinued support. Sincerely, Don King, President, Ontario March of Dimes Day Centre_ thanks volunteers The Fifth Annual Volunteer Appreciation Night for the volunteers of the Huron Day Centre for the Homebound was held at the Day Centre on June 21. lA barbecue and social evening was held to say "Thank You" to the volunteers for the past year of dedication and hard work. The evening,started with a 'get acquainted' game and the barbecue was put on by the staff. Following the meat, certi'icates for years of service and personalized napkin rings made by Day Care clients in the ceramics - classes, were presented to the volunteers. Four special five year pins and letters of recognition from Jack Riddell M.P.P. and Grant Stirling, Warden, Coaaty Council, were presented by Joan Spittal, Chairman of the Steering Committee, to Ruth Malkus of Seaforth, Elizabeth Alex- ander of ,Ei ete'r, Everett Spading of Goderich and Muriel Jones, of Clinton. The remainder of the evening was -enjoyed by everyone joining in an adapted game of Trivial Pursuit. There are 12 volunteers who will come in at a minute's notice if possible and fill in for a regular volunteer who could not snake it. They may only work once a year or once a month but they are a necessary part of the Day Care Centre. New Volunteers There are six volunteers who are new in the organiza- tion. It is hoped they enjoy the Day Centre and will at- tend Appreciation Night next year. Special Mention Several people are Special Volunteers, because they come in for specific periods of time for specific duties such as ceramics classes, scoring for bowling, physiotherapy, or to care for a certain client's needs whenever ; /Me_ They „pre Betty Fawcett, Doralene Flowers, Ralph Guertin, June McCowan, Hazel Mc- Creath, Donna Klapp and Willy Brehm. - Regular Volunteers These volunteer-eorrcc an on a regular basis. Serving one year have been: Margaret Alton, Betty Dreaddy, Irene Easton, Gor- don " i3ygan, Niall' m l is Ken Johns, Viola Riley, Nice Reid, Willa Rothwell, Murray Souch, Eileen Town- send, Charles Thiel, Joy Vodden, Mae Young, Sharon Lacroix. Two year volunteers are: Ann Dykstra, Mary Doherty, ken McDougall, Jim Smith. Three year helpers are: Jim Allaway, George Cox, Jean Fleming,Mary Mueller, Helene Regfer, Paula Van Osch, Sandra Westerhout, ivtargaret Wright, Jack Heddon. Four year volunteers have been: Barbara Bellefleur, Ellen Doyle, Gerry Mount- ford, Henny Uyl, Phyllis Tyndall. Five year volunteers who started in 1978 or before are: Russel Alton, Gertrude Postma, and Edwin Zeale. These three received five year pins in April. Elizabeth Alexander, Muriel Jones, Ruth Malkus and Everett Sporting received five year pins in June. Eti-a-al~n4.4:-... Nyder �. started as a day volunteer on October 12, 1978. She comes in on Thursdays to help with crafts, tea and pinch. She has given us 174 days of ser- vice. i't;furiel Juires--begarras a _ day volunteer on November 13, 1978. She comes in on Mondays to help with whirlpool baths, crafts and lunch. She has given 154 days of service. Everett Snarling started driving for the Centre in 1978 from the Goderich and Bayfield areas. He ` has driven 16,969 km to date. Ruth Malkus started as a day volunteer on September 27, 978. She comes in on W esdays to the Stroke covery Club and helps with swimming, whirlpool baths and exercises. She has given 170 days of service. and District Association of the Mentally Retarded. We would like to thank the public who have so generous- ly supported the residents since the inception of the centre. We had hoped that we could continue this sup- port with the funds that had been received for this pur- pose but is now being used for the Scholarship. Auleen Curry Louise Hetherington, and Martina Schneiker NOW AVAILABLE DAILY CAR RENTAL You Can Drive A 1983 Plymouth Compact Equipped with Many Options For As Low As 1695 per day Includes 100 FREE Kilometers. Must have a valid driver's license and be over 21 years of age. Security deposit required. 5100°0 Deductible insurance available. For More Information Inquire Today! GODERICH CHRYSLER LEASING 414 Huron Rd.. Goderich 524.7383 r amz* ation formed for .ERFICHBGi.11ALATAR, WEONFSDAY. „ . _ , .. :....... . .. ''jtjSh OId Age Pension�r ByHe$Owen The unfortunate plight of British Old Age Pensioners may not be apPreeiated by those unaware of their situa- tion, ituation, but the facts ere that those who choose to live in Canada are penalized. Their pensions are fixed so that in times of rising inflation they have to contend vdith rising costs, and in addition the failing rate of exchange has further exacerbated the. situation. However, in April of this year a group of pensioners in Toronto decided to take positive action, and a newly formed organization came into being - The British Pen- sioners Association it is hoped, will be able to bring pressure to bear to remedy the situation. Registered as a charitable, non-profit mak- ing group, non-party and non-political, it is hoped that this new venture will receive the suport of the many who stand to benefit from its ac- tivities. An application has already been filed for affiliation to the National Federation of Old Age Pensioners Associa- tion (U.K. ), and there is every indication that it will be accepted. With the sup- port of 9.2 million O.A.Ps with voting rights, this pro- mises to be a strong lobby. The case of the pensioners abroad has already been put to the Minister concerned noting, "We are particularly concerned about the position in Canada. The Canadian government have already in- dicated their readinesslto resolve the matter of e• Imj Your heart works diharder when eilyou're not in the game. Get fit — and turn the clock back. Fitness is fun. Try some. PaR7I17Par7n017 o III reciprocity, nut has only met with obstruction from suc- cessive British govern. melts.” This statement reveals the concern that is felt. 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To consider what changes in the law are desirable or necessary to provide fair and equitable treatment to landlords and tenants under a system of rent review. A brochure has been prepared setting out the Terms of Reference in full and procedural rules that will be followed in the conduct of the public hearings that will be held by the Commission. Anyone wishing to make submissions to the Commission should obtain a copy of the brochure by writing or telephoning to the Administrator of the Commission at the address given below. The Commission will hold public hearings in LONDON, COMMENCING 2 P.M. WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 1983, AT THE HOLIDAY INN DOWN- TOWN CITY CENTRE, 299 KING ST., WESTMINSTER HALL, LONDON, ONTARIO, to deal with ITEM 1 above. Those wishing to be heard should file with the Commission as soon as possible a written statement prepared in accordance with instructions to be found in the brochure. All such statements will be public documents and available for inspection at the London Public Library, 305 Queen's Ave., London. Dated at Toronto, June 20, 1983. COMMISSION OF INQUIRY INTO RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES; 1.80 Dundas Street West, 22nd Floor, Toronto, Ontario. M5G 1Z8 Coll collect (416) 963-2533 Thelma Hershorn, Administrator THEY'RE OFF AND RUNNING! HAPPY BIRTHDAY CANADA —HOLIDAY STORE HOURS— Open Thursday, June 30 - 9 to 6 Closed Friday, July 1 Open Saturday, July 2 = 9 to 6 Open Sunday, July 3 - 12 to 5 Open Monday, July 4 - 9 to 6 HAVE A OOD WEEKEND! 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