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Wingham Advance-Times, 1978-11-22, Page 14• 'The Wingham Advance -Times, November 22, J.978 in-thers- for ' _- .. w : r mg - me of volunteer assistants iMac schools will be tlie-topie Or a meeting of the Teeewater Home and School Association [ext Tuesday night, Nov. 28. The meeting will feature guest speaker Henry Hedges, head of the Niagara Centre in St. Cathar- ines and an expert in the field of volunteer programs for schools. The meeting is open to anyone in- terested. Volunteer programs are com- mon in Ontario. In Bruce the separate school system has a program, as do most counties in have been in operation for many years: why they were started, what benefits they provide, what difficulties they present, how they are viewed by the ministry of education and by other boards in Ontario. Dr. Hedges is a leading author of science textbooks, and has Mrs. V. Emerson been actively involved in film and television production with the Toronto Board of Education and the National Film Board ele- mentary science films. The Niagara Centre, which he heads, is engaged in research hod development. projects in schools in its region and is best known for its extensive studies on the role of volunteers, particularly parents, in schools. The Nov. 28 talk by Dr. Hedges should give principals, parents and teachers in Bruce achance to obtain an overall view of what volunteer programs exist across Ontario and serve to create a public awareness of the state of the programs in the province. the province. However the Bruce Board of Education does not permit volunteer assistants in the classroom, and has not re- sponded to the recommendations of the Federation of Women Teachers' Associations of On- tario and the Ontario Teachers' Federation, both of which have come out strongly in favor of volunteer programs. Dr. Hedges'_ broad experience in Ontario makes him well quali- fied to talk about the range of those volunteer activities which Local history is uncovered by WHITECHURCH—Village cor- respondent Mrs. Victor Emerson has uncovered a little bit of history about the area after being asked by someone how Dickie's Hill on Highway 86 received its name. Mrs. Emerson delved into some old history books and from a book owned by John A. Currie and containing local information, she learned that Mr. Dickie lived on the north side of the road at the hill beside the creek. There are still indentations in the ground where his log house and barn stood. There was a bridge called Dickie's Bridge spanning the creek. Mrs. Emerson also learned that money talked in the old days, too. A team had run away and when stopped by John Dawson the horses were near exhaustion. Mr. Dawson asked Mr. Dickie to 'keep`the horses in his barn until they regained their strength but Mr. Dickie refused unless he was paid 50 cents. Mr. Dawson paid the money and Mr. Dickie tended the animals until the owner came for them. Euchre winners BELGRAVE — Eight tables of euchre were in play last Wed- nesday evening at the Belgrave weekly euchre: high lady, Mrs. Mildred Vannan; high man, Mrs. Victor Youngblut (playing as a man) ; low lady, Mrs. Hazel Davidson; low man, Robert Grasby; novelty lady, Mrs. Ethel, Holmes; novelty man, Lawrence Taylor. DOING THEIR BEST—Little Cathy and Tyler Bradley were two of the smallest skaters in the skate-a-thon here last week. They didn't finish the six hours but helped each other around the ice for a while. Tyler is being brave following an unexpected tumble. The mother of the two tykes is Fran Brady, pro for the Wingham Figure Skating Club. and !99fl1z!S two truste ho lost bids for re-election By 4eff Seddon At its last meeting Monday night the 1977-78 board of educa- tion for Huron County recognized two veteran trustees who both lost bids for reelection earlier this month. At the close of the board's final session Chairman John Elliott said he anted to take the time to publicly recognize the contri- bution .Wingham trustee Jack Alexander and Goderich trustee Cayley Hill have made to the education system in this county. Both Mr. Hill and Mr. Alex- ander lost elections in their re- spective municipalities. Mr: Alexander has served the board for the past six years while Mr. Hill has been a trustee for seven. The election was the second Mr. Hill had lost, bringing his record to two wins. Mr. Alexander and Alex Corri- gan, who shared representation of the town of Wingham and two outlying townships, were one-two in the polls when the votes were counted following the 1976 elec- tion. Mr. Corrigan passed away suddenly during his two year term and was replaced by Murray Mulvey, who was ap- pointed by the board. In the ,1978 election both were challenged by Bert Morin and Rev. John Swan. Mr. Mulvey topped the education polls elec- tion night and Mr. Morin was elected by a 200 vote margin over incumbent Mr. Alexander. Dur- ing that election an issue was made of Mr. Alexander's winter holidays. Mr. Elliott mentioned the vacation Monday night, support- ing Mr. Alexander. The chair- man said being a board of educa- tion trustee involves actively particpating in education, board activities and the activities of the Board will pick up share to transport handicapped child The Huron County Board of Education agreed Monday night to pick up its share of the bill for sending a five-year-old handi- capped child to the London and District Crippled Children's Treatment Centre from his home in Stephen Township. The child's mother, Kathy Bullock, asked to have her son transported daily to the London centre for morning kindergarten classes and after- noon therapy sessions. The youngster suffers from cerebral palsy. Superintendent of education Don Kenwell told the board the tuition fees for the student would amount to $15 a day but that the board's share of that cost, 48 per cent, would amount to $7.20, the remaining $7.80 a day being paid by the ministry of education. Transportation costs were much heftier, according to Mr. Kenwell. He said three quotes had been received: one from Lang Bus Lines had a daily rate of $60, one from Murphy Bus Lines cost $75 a day and one from Exeter Bus Lines, in a van with other children, would cost $20 a day. The ministry pays 82 per cent of the transportation costs and the board the rest. Mr. Kenwell told the board Mrs. Bullock had recently moved to Huron County from Middlesex County. Wingham trustee Jack Alex- ander asked Mr. Kenwell why she had moved here, asking if the family was "renters moving around a lot". The Wingham trustee, looking at the report from Mr. Kenwell that outlined the hefty transportation costs, suggested it might be cheaper for the board to "buy a house in Lon- don and leave them there". John Cochrane, director of education, told the board he was not exactly clear on the board's responsibilities under the Edu- cation Act, but said that to the best of his memory the board has a responsibility to pay only tuition fees for the youngster. He said the board has the option to pay none, a share of, or all the costs for transportation. Mr. Kenwell told the board he was not familiar with the family but did know that the father "did not move this time" with the family. He added that the board's share of the transportation for Exeter Coach Lines would be 18 per cent. That share amounts to $3.60 a day. Vice chairman Don McDonald asked if the child could be put up in a boarding house in London. "He is a bit young," said Mr. Kenwell. Board Chairman John Elliott pointed out after the meeting that the fees to send the Bullock child to London were probably not that much more than fees the board pays to transport mentally re- tarded children to the training centres operated in some county elementary schools. Take part in anniversary WROXETER — Rev. Wesley B.. Ball of Wroxeter-Gorrie United Churches was guest speaker at the 111th anniversary services at First Presbyterian Church, Seaforth, on Sunday eve ning. The Wroxeter choir accom- panied by their organist, Mrs. Leone Kaster also attended. The scripture lesson was taken from St. John 1:1-14 and the sermon given by Rev. Ball was "This Is Our Faith". The choir sang several anthems, "I Saw the Light", "i'll Walk with God", "Just a Little Talk with Jesus", "I'll Fly Away", and "More Precious than Gold". Encores were "Jesus Is Coming Soon" and "Lord of the Dance". Lu,lLL v. as served following the service to the choir and minister and they were thanked by John Sinnamon on behalf of his home church: Wroxeter folk attending were Rev. and Mrs. Ball and the choir and Mack Clarke, Mrs. Mildred Coupland, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Louttit, Mr. and Mrs. Art Gibson, Stephanie Kaster, Mrs. William Wade, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Higgins, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Chambers, Mrs. Oliver Riley and her mother, Mrs. Charles McCutche- on of Walton. Everyone enjoyed chatting with Mr. and Mrs. John Sinnamon and Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Coupland, formerly of Wroxeter. community and the youth of that community on a 30 or 31 day basis. He said being criticized for being away for 27 days during a 365 day period, "I feel is unjust". Mr. Elliott supported Mr. Alex- ander once before when th board rapped his knuckles 'r being absent for a series of board meetings while , on his winter vacation. The board was con- sidering asking for Alexander's resignation but Elliott pointed out that the Wingham trustee had been a victim of circumstance and was not as truant as it ap- peared to the board. He pointed out that Mr. Alexander had planned his vacation for Febi ruary and March, planning to miss two board meetings, but weather delayed the January session fora week and because of "People , " campaigrc tobegin in WWingham II '; At this time in history Can- adians are confronted with a serious issue — national unity. It is felt that all Canadians will suffer if Canada divides. Polls, even in quebec, show that the vast majority of Canadians want th,p country to stay together. If the. separatists win the refer- endum in Quebec, however, grave consequences could follow. Unfortunately, news iaeports and propaganda inside - Quebec have given Quebecers a distorted image of the way most Canadians feel about Canada and could heavily influence the referendum vote. Events in the news and lack of information have also created reactions and inaccurate impres- sions in other parts of Canada. Because of the serious problem confronting Canadians, ordinary citizens in Charlottetown, Prince .Edward Island, the birthplace of Confederation, organized a peti- tion called "People to People". It spread to concerned and respon- sible Canadians in other prov- inces and is seeking assistance from Boards of Trade, Junior Chambers of Commerce, Kins- mClubs and numerous church groups. It may also hopefully branch out to other organizations and groups. The petition is non-political and non-governmental. Its purpose is to counteract negative news in - New slate of officers presented at meeting BELMORE — President Mrs. Ivan Mawhinney opened the meeting with a verse on Remem- brance Day when the November meeting of the McIntosh United Church Women was held in the church basement. Fifteen mem- bers were in attendance. Mrs. Elwood Fitch was in chargeof devotions and gave a meditation on Remembrance Day. Mrs. Wilfred Johann read scripture from the third chapter of Ecclesiastes. The singing of "0 God, Our Help in Ages Past" closed the worship service. Each member answered the roll call by giving a verse or item on Remembrance Day. A study entitled "Why Wear a Poppy?" was given by Mrs. Oliver Dus- tow. Treasurer Mrs. Alan Dar- ling gave a financial report and also told the members that sales from the bazaar amounted to more than $250. Mrs. Dustow, chairman of the nominating committee, then pre- sented the slate of officers for 1979. The accepted list is as follows: president, Mrs. Robert Wood;. vice-president, Mrs. Mac SInglis; recording secretary, Mrs. David Harper; treasurer, Mrs. Bailey; manse committee, Mrs. Gordon . Wright and Mrs. Elmer, Haskins; corresponding secre- tary, Mrs. Johann; finance, Mrs. Bailey; social functions, Mrs. Haskins; press and publicity, Mrs. Harper; auditors, Mrs. that he missed that meeting as well. "In the time I have served on the board with Mr. Alexander I feel he has made a fair and creditable contribution during his tenure," said Mr. Elliott. The chairman also lauded Mr. Hill's record as a trustee. He said the Goderich trustee has been -a "very active" member of the board and was "heavily involved with salary negotiations". Mr. Hill served as chairman of the salary negotiating team for the hoard at one point and was a member of the team during the recent secondary school teachers' strike. "He has made a tremendous contribution to the education in El - system liott. Huron, said Mr. Mrs. Don Ross elected president of Chalmers WMS WHITECHURCH — Mrs. Don Ross was elected the new presi- dent of the Women's Missionary Society of Chalmers Presby- terian Church and began her new duties at the group's November meeting held Wednesday after- noon of last week at the home of Mrs. Bill Purdon. Mrs. Ross and her co -officers were encouraged and inspired in a prayer led by Mrs.. Harvey Osborn who dedicated the work of the officers. Other officers are: first vice- president, Mrs. William Rintoul; secretary, Mrs. William Purdon; assistant, Mrs. Victor Emerson; treasurer, Mrs. Wallace Milli- gan. Committee secretaries are: Glad Tidings, Mrs. Walter El- liott; Home Helpers, Mrs. Neil Rintoul; Friendship, Mrs. Wil- liam Purdon; Literature and Library, Mrs. William Rintoul; Supply, Mrs. Wesley Tiffin: Mrs. John deBoer will lead the Ladies' Aid and pianists are Mrs. Osborne and Mrs. Ross, Leaders of the Children of the Church are Mrs. Hugh Simpson and Mrs. Archie Purdon; auditors, Mrs. Angus Falconer, Mrs. Alan Fal- coner; nominating committee, Mrs. Alan Falconer, Mrs. Robert Mowbray, Mrs. John deBoer. Mrs. Osborne opened the meet- ing with a reading from Psalm 58. All sang a hymn and "In Flanders Fields" was read by Mrs. Victor Emerson. Mrs. Wes- ley Tiffin read "In Remem- brance" and Mrs. Osborne led in prayer for those who lost rela- tives in the wars. Mrs. deBoer read scipture from the eighth chapter of Acts and a meditation was given, based on an excerpt from Peter Marshall's book, stressing the importance of guidelines and es- pecially the guidelines given to us by Jesus. Mrs. Andrew Gaunt led in prayer. The offering was received by Mrs. Bill Purdon and dedicated by Mrs. Osborne who also spoke on the topic based on the book, "In My Father's House", wherein she stressed the im- portance of making Jesus a member of the family and the foundation of a Christian home. Mrs. Osborne closed the worship service with a poem and prayer and a closing hymn was sung. Mrs. Ross conducted the busi- ness and called for the reading of the minutes of the September and October meetings and the finan- cial statement. The December meeting will be held Wednesday, the 13th, at Mrs. Osborne's home. Each member is to bring a dona- tion for gifts for nursing home residents who have no families. Following the WMS meeting, the Ladies' Aid meeting was held. The meeting closed with the Mizpah benediction and Mrs. Wesley Tiffin gave the courtesy remarks. Mrs. Purdon served re- freshments. An attendance of nine was recorded. War experiences shared by veteran as Seniors meet BRUSSELS — Fred Thuell gave an interesting and informa- tive talk on his years and ex- periences in World War I when the Senior Citizens' Friendship Club. met in the Legion Hall on Wednesday afternoon of last week. ' Mr. Thuell enlisted in the war when he was 16 years of age. He went through the horrible ex- periences of war and realizes the futility of it all. The winners are the losers. Thewinners have to help the losers rebuild and help finance them. Today, the losers are in better financii'al condition than the winners. The meeting opened at two o'clock with Mrs. H. Thomas, president, in charge.. The busi- ness portion of the meeting was followed by community singing under the leadership of Frank Hooper, assisted by Mrs. Lulu Kerr at the piano. Following the program, ten tables of progressive euchre were in play. Prizes for high scores were awarded to Mrs. J. McCallum and Mrs. G. Bolger; low scores, Mrs. Frank Hooper and Torrance Dundas. Mrs. Hooper also won a lucky chair prize. The Christmas meeting will be held December 6, beginning with dinner at 12:30 p.m., served by the Legion Ladies' Auxiliary. r MRS. LEWIS STONEHOUSE Belgrave Mr. and Mrs. Norman Zim- merman of Palgrave, and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Waterer of Barrie visited on Sunday with their aunt, Mrs. Harry McGuire and uncle, Harry McGuire, who is in the Wingham and District Hospital. Mrs. Henry Johnston of Clin- ton, and Mr. and Mrs. Bert John- ston attended the funeral of his uncle, Martin Kerr of Birch Run, Michigan on Friday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Johnston, Danny Thompson of, Goderich, and Mrs. Amelia Brown of Brookhaven Nursing Home, Wingham, attended the 60th wed- ding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. William Speiran at Listowel. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Grasby visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Christsen, London. Murray Mulvey and Mrs. Wil- liam Mulvey; N.issionary and Christian Education, Mrs. Dora McGuinness; Community Friendship, Mrs. Oliver Dustow; program, Mrs. Everett Dustow; stewardship, Mrs. Jim Busby; Official Board representative, Mrs. Wood; Citizenship and Supply, Mrs. Busby; quilting, Mrs. Wright; literature, Mrs. John Rutherfprd; nominating committee, Mrs. Darling and Mrs. Walter Renwick. During the business period, let- ters were read from Alcohol and Drug Concerns, the John Milton Society for the Blind and the Uni- versity of Guelph. It was decided to move the Christmas meeting ahead a week to the 13th. The meeting will be in the form of a Christmas dinner to be held at 12 noon. Gifts will be exchanged be- tween Secret Pals and the mem- bers were asked to bring dona- tions to be packed in shut-in boxes. A candlelight service will be held in the church on December 17. The ladies were asked to bring glass candlesticks to the next meeting. As a feature of the meeting, Mrs. Jack Inglis told the story of Dr. John M CraeF and,. read his 'famous porn ';n b +'lders°-''t Fields". The president closed the meeting' with prayer and lunch was served by Mrs. Graham Wright and Mrs. Inglis. side'.Quebec and show good will and a desire to keep Canada to- gether; to urge federal and pro- vincial governments to build a Confederation which will be fair to all people and provide work- able government; and to reaf- firm the values and principles on which democratic governments depend. Most of the work connected with the petition is done by volunteers. Honorary chairmen come from each province; On- tario's is John Fisher, commonly known as "Mr. Canada". Con- cerned Canadians in every prov- ince have reacted favorably and obtained many signatures which ' are then returned to Charlotte- town for delivery to Quebec in late fall or early winter before the referendum takes place. Claude Castonguay of Quebec City, president of Quebec Can- ada, Pre Referendum Commit- tee, said that "the signature of such a petition signed by large numbers of our fellow Canadians would have a very positive influ- ence on the people of Quebec". In Wingham, the Catholic Wo- men's League of Sacred Heart Church has undertaken to cir- culate the petition which is self-explanatory and requires only a signature. All churches and organizations in town have been invited by the CWL to par- ticipate in this worthwhile en- deavor. It is hoped that, by this petition, the concern of English-speaking Canadians will go a long way in convincing Quebecers of their good will in keeping Canada united. Donations for a Garage Sale will be accepted at Adrian Keet's farm, Hwy. 86. Proceeds will be in sup- port of the Association for the Mentally Retarded and The Voice for Life group. Your help is greatly ap-. preciated. Pickups arranged 357-3099 EUCHRE AT ODDFELLOWS A very successful euchre party was held at the Oddfellows Hall Nov. 13. Players for 10 tables turned out despite heavy rain and flashing lightning. The ladies' high prize went to Agnes Williamson, with the high prize for the men going to Ed Marsh. Mrs. Rennie was the high lady playing on white card. Helen Lewis won the ladies' low prize and the Men's low prize playing on white card went to Margaret Foxton. R. E. Tapp won the draw prize. Everyone is invited to the next card party, to be held Nov. 27 at 8 p.m. R. W. BELL OPTOMETRIST GODERICH The Square 524-7661 5, Being a new parent isn't easy ... The e�came jay; Hostess brings useful gifts for both parents and baby. Call her today! Janet Little Phone 357-1963 House Plans Drawn Free estimates. References for all previous work. 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