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The Wingham Advance Times, 1995-03-29, Page 6YES - IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN! Friday, March 31 TAX FREE FRIDAY WE PAY THE GST ON ALL MOFFAT MAJOR APPLIANCES AND WOOD'S FREEZERS (Delivery Extra) WE PAY GST& P S T ON ALL OTHER REGULAR PRICED ITEMS PAY LESS ON 'SALE PRICED' MERCHANDISE PAY THE SALE PRICE PLUS GST & PST or PAY THE REGULAR PRICE AND LET US PAY BOTH TAXES FOR YOU (which ever saves you the most) Come join in the excitement and SAVE! FRIDAY 7:30 AM TILL 9:00 PM ALL SALES CASH AND CARRY Wane hardware Stainton Hardware (Wingham) Limited 357-2010 s Belgra v School Fair celebrates 75 years Dear Editor: In 1909, the Ontario Depart- ment of Agriculture organized the beginning of the first school fairs in Ontario with three schools tak- ing part. By 1919, there were 357 school fairs across the province with about 92,600 children taking part. The following year, on Oct. 5, 1920, schools from East Wawa - nosh and Morris Townships start- ed the Belgrave School Fair. Now, 75 years later, the Belgrave-Blyth- Brussels School Fair is only one of two remamingin the province. With the pride of the communities in their schools, support from local businesses and an endless number of volunteers over the years, the fair continues. To mark the 75th anniversary of the fair, numerous celebrations have been planned. These celebra- tions begin with a kick-off variety concert at the Belgrave arena on March 26 at 8 p.m. The fair itself will be held Friday, Sept. 15 with a parade, showing of exhibits, games, a barbecue, and a family dance in the arena. Another part of the variety night and fair will be a display of pictures and memorabil- ia from 75 years of the school fair. Anyone wishing to share their pic- tures of past fairs, and would like them dsplayed at the fair, please send them toKeith Elston at RR 4 Wingham, NOG 2W0. (please have names and dates on them, if possible). The 75th School Fair committee is inviting all former students and teachers to come and celebrate this milestone. Spread the word. Come and remember the fair. ith Elston ' Rif 4 Wingham Klopp responds to welfare fraud article Dear Editor: Last week the Goderich Signal - Star reported on a case of welfare fraud. In this case, the perpetrator was sentenced to 60 days in jail af- ter pleading guilty to the charge. He will also be required to repay the 53,500 he defrauded through deductions. I want to put my views on this matter on the public record. We all recognize that social as- sistance should be there for those truly in need. But those that take advantage of the system and our society's generosity should be se- verely dealt with. The jail term re- ported in last week's news reports should serve as a reminder to those thinking about abusing the system. Aside from the case above, the larger question of welfare abuse needs to be answered. What is the provincial government going to do about it? I am very proud to be a member of the first government in Ontario's history to undertake a systematic review of every single General Welfare Assistance and Family Benefits case in the prov- ince. This review will help, elimi- nate fraud and protect the system for those truly in need. When this review was intro- duced, our government was criti- cized. People accused the govern- ment of hiring "welfare cops." Let there be no mistake about it, I sup- port the income maintanence offi- cers (sometimes known as welfare cops) in their work in eliminating -fraud in the. welfare system and protecting the system for those tru- ly in need. Paul Klopp Huron MPP Police procedureabhoring; is nothing officers can do? Dear Editor: Recently, I sat and watched my son as he slept. It was reminiscent of nights when he was a baby and I would look upon his face as he napped in my arms. Thoughts and feelings go through your mind of all the harm in the world that can come to your child, and the hope and determination that you can keep them safe. Recently, my fears were real- ized and I find it very discomfort- ing. I watched him, not with won- der, but with concern, because he suffered a slight concussion. A concussion he received because some other young men found it entertaining, I suppose, to jump him, push him to the ground and kick him in the head. I still cannot undertstand, and am not certain I can, why this kind of thing hap- pens. What shocks me now more than Human Rights haat turned into monsters Dear Editor: Re: the decision off the Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) to fine the mayor of Ham- ilton 55,000 for his failure to de- clare Gay Pride Week in 1991 and its order to do so in 1995, if so re- quested: puts another stake into the heart of the Canadian democratic process. Although brought into existence with the best of intentions, Human Rights Commissions (HRCs) have turned into non -elected monsters with an apparently insatiable appe- tite for power. This development is not surpris- ing considering the following. First, HRCs are almost exclusively composed of left-wing social engi- neers, such as OHRC Chairperson, and self -described lesbian activist, Carmen Paquette, an appointee from 1991-94, who stated that the OHRC displays "...an atmosphere of dispassionate neutrality (sic) even though the, commissioners are passionate 'advocates " (Capital Xtra, May 20, 1994). In February, '94, she was replaced on the OI -IRC by another homosexual activist, Tom Warner, spokesperson for the Coalition of Lesbian and Gay Rights in Ontario (CLGRO), a group which not only explicitly rec- ognizes "cross -generational rela- tionships", but has bluntly tied the issue of adult -child sex to the battle for the extension of same-sex rights. Second, members of federal and provincial HRCs are unaccountable to the electorate, frequently Ick le- gal training and are not required to apply standard legal procedures and protections when investigating and deciding complaints. Also, the Commission serves as both judge and jury, since it employs the in- vestigators to determine the facts of each case and also appoints the Tri- bunals which then adjudicate on these facts. Finally, those charged are required to establisb their inno- cence at their own, often considera- ble, expense, while the complaint's costs, no matter how trivial or what the outcome, are underwritten by the taxpayer. Ontarians should be hopping mad that non -elected ideologues can not only try and convict, but also, punish and dictate policy to duly -elected politicians who do not toe their revisionist and subversive party line. The values and freedoms of the majority of Canadians are being held hostage in this hijacking of de- mocracy by left-wing kangaroo courts. It's time we demanded that the Human Rights Commissions be abolished. Judy Anderson President, Ontario Chapter REAL Women of Canada that is that it happens in our town. You read about stuff like this in the papers and you see it on the news. This stuff happens in the city — not any more! So, what can we do about it? Unless these young men are ac- tually seen by the,. police commit- ting these offences, there is noth- ing they can do. Apparently, the laws of our country say that the police can take statements from the victims and lay charges. Then, when it finally goes to court the justice system takes over. By chance, if they have seen the face of the accused enough times they may get a little more than a slap on the wrist. In the meantime, our children are frightened for their lives and I don't feel unjustifiably so, because these hoodlums are allowed to run the streets. Personally, I rmd the whole pro- , cedure abhoring. We cannot treat our kids as three year olds that we take to the park, watching care- fully that they do not hurt them- selves on the monkey bars. My message to other parents sounds like one of someone de- feated, I suppose, but it is sent with sincerity. I will keep my eyes open in defence of your child on the street and would appreciate that you do the same for mine. Short of having a parent patrol or vigilantism we have no choice. Recently my son asked if he could go downtown. My heart leapt to my throat. My reply, "not just to hang out., that's for sure." His reply, "I'm not stupid mom --- I was the one that got kicked in the head, remember." Funny, I felt like it had hap- pended to me too! Wanda Casemore Lady Justice has passed away Dear Editor: Lady Justice of Canada passed away recently as a result of an un- caring public. Lady justice fought courageously to live while the pub- lic slept peacefully. She left behind her lifetime companion and lover Democracy. She was predeceased by her best friend Good Govern- ment. Her companion Democracy is not expected to survive much longer as the two have always been inseparable and one can not survive without the other. Prior to her demise Lady Justice was the most important contributor to the well being of society. Justice will always be missed by those who knew her well, although those who will never know her will suffer the loss more. Minister A. Rock offi- ciated at her burial. He instructed pallbearers Mr Strict Guncontrol, Mr N.O. Capitalpunishment, Ms Tumuch Pleabargining, Ms More Prisonerights, Acis Deep Pocket Lawyers, and Mr. Feebleminded Judges to hasten Justices burial. Mr Screw U. Public was the under- taker. Members of the press were banned. Those members of society 'that have been rudely awakened and wish to pay respect to Justice may do so by writing Minister A. Rock notifying him that his instruc- tions to hastily bury Justice is un- acceptable while Democracy is struggling`to stay alive. As expressions of your concern and outrage your donations would be appreciated to the Oscar Noll Defence Fund, c/o Palmerston C.I.B.0 Bank, Palmerston ONT NOG 2P0, or The Gordon Domm Defence Fund, 120 Edingburgh Rd S. Guelph ONT N1H 5P7, or any other caring citizens group that is struggling to resurrect Justice and society's right to the same. Jeanette Mazar Durham Successful registration results at RPN school Dear Editor: As a representative of the 1993- 94 Registered Practical Nursing Program graduates from Wingham and District Hospital/Conestoga College satellite class. We wish to inform everyone of our successful registration results, recently re- ceived from the Ontario College of Nurses. In October 1993, a group of 20 eager, mature woman were given the opportunity to enroll in a 10 month Registered Practical Nursing program, funded through an em- ployment grant from the Canada Employment Centre. Many gruel- ling hours of study were spent in this intense nursing program to complete the academic and clinical hours required. There were also various obsta- cles and skeptics that we had to confront to prove our worth. By August of 1994 there were 19 suc- cessful Practical nursing graduates from this program. Registration examinations took place in October of 1994 and we re- cently learned that our class placed second in the standings, out of 18 classes writing provincially. We are very proud of these achieve- ments and wish to thank those peo- ple who gave us this wonderful op- portunity: First and foremost, our gratitude must be extended to our determined instructors at Wingham and District Hospital - Linda Kieffer RN, and co-ordinator of the program, Hilda Grant RN, Georgina Johnston RN, and office personnel Joanne. Cretier did an outstanding job. Their pa- tience and understanding will al- ways be remembered and appreciat- ed. Conestoga College must, as well, be recognized for their in- volvement. We would also like to acknowl- edge the agency that made this pro- gram possible financially, the Can- ada Employment Centre. A representative was always available to handle any concerns or problems arising during our training. We will look back on this educa- tional experience and remember the hard work it required, but more im- portantly, the opportunity we' were given. Many thanks from class members: Gaynor Mullin, Donna MacLen- nan, Kendra Keifer, Cindy Patter- son, Laurie Day Errington, Norene Kerr, Cheryl Sinnett, Shelley Voll- mer, Julie Pettapiece, Pat Neis, Tra- cey Leake, Vickie Cook, Mary Carr, Debbie Greenaway, Mary Mawhinney, Ruth Stewart, Gladys Omole, Dawn McGrail and Cathy Wilkinson. Respectfully Submitted by, Laurie Day Errington President of 1993/94 RPN Graduating Class Wingham and District Hospital on Eat -in or Take-out orders March 14'to April 2, 1995 Sunday Smorgasbord 5 - 8 p.m. Adults $10.50, Seniors $7.95, Children $5.25 292,.losephine St. 3572732 Wingham WEDNESDAY, MFJICH 29, 1995 011e ge ke Day 0111 ny "41 a Ijeline FREE PHOTO OF YOUR CHILD • OR FAMILY PORTRAIT • NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR GROUPS • PROFESSIONAL CHILDREN'S PHOTOGRAPHER • NO AGE LIMIT • CHOOSE FROM FINISHED PRINTS • ADDITIONAL PRINTS AVAILABLE AT AFFORDABLE PRICES McPhee's I.D.A. Pharmacy 111 Josephine St. Wingham, Ont. 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