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Zurich Citizens News, 1967-12-14, Page 2PAGE TWO ZURICH CITIZENS NEWS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1967 .tatical Ce?me4 •- SO Mt At Their Own Expense! Disturbing rumors circulating through the area have brought loud denials from officials of Hay Munici- pal Telephone Company who are charged with enjoying a trip to Expo `U7 in Montreal on telephone funds. At least one member of the group is ready to sign an affidavit to the effect that, absolutely no telephone company monies were used to fi- nance even a small part of the trip to a Montreal telephone convention — although legally perhaps, some ex- penses could have been claimed. Members of Hay Township Coun- cil, the line foreman, the secretary - treasurer and their wives attended the convention in Montreal during the• summer. While in that city, the group visited Expo '67. Since the trip was considered a type of holi- day, each couple met their own ex- penses for the entire outing. A motion was included in the min- utes of the meeting prior to the convention that to avoid public mis- understanding, no money would be taken from the treasury to finance the convention or travelling expenses for any member of the group. Since it would have been an en- tirely justified expenditure had the delegates to convention claimed some remuneration from the company, we heartily commend the telephone com- mittee for their unselfish interests on the part of the township. Balance of Representation! Voters in Hay Township checked ballots last Monday to elect a new reeve. According to Clerk Whitney Brokenshire about 65 per cent of the resident voters turned out to the polls and this is considered a normal average in these busy times. A great deal of speculation con- cerning the outcome of the voting has been heard in all parts of the township. In the opinion of many, the mandate in favor of a new reeve was not to point a finger of doubt at the previous reeve. Even the reeve -elect noted in his speech at the nomination meeting that he had very few complaints about the workings of Hay Township council during 1967. There are indications that voters were unhappy at the prospect of hav- ing 3 of Hay Township's 5 elect- ed officials arom the eastern portion of the municipality. Although there was little reason to suspect favorit- ism by any representatives to coun- cil, there was chance of uncomfort- able concern among ratepayers in the middle and the western regions of Hay. We think Hay Township voters were simply attempting to maintain some balance of representation for their protection and the safeguard of council. We Need the Band! Lost in the splendor of an exciting evening, the Zurich Centennial Band did an outstanding job of providing all kinds of music for the official opening ceremonies at the Zurich Arena and Community Centre. Formed earlier this year, the local band contains musicians of all ages and interests who have united to sound one of the truly wholesome notes of the year. Though some may scoff and others remain indifferent we think that the Zurich Centennial Band deserves commendation from the community for a fine effort dur- ing Canada's 100th birthday year. It is understood that the band has plans for a bigger and better year in 1968. This is good and we take this opportunity to heartily endorse the interest of every member who takes time and energy to participate. We urge local citizens to have con- cern for the band so that members would be motivated to remain to- gether. As well, we would suggest that all clubs and groups in the com- munity would utilize the services of the band whenever possible so that it can feel a needed and vital part of things in Zurich and district. It isn't often that village the size of Zurich can boast a band of its very own. Certainly it takes enthus- iasm to get one going, but it takes a never -failing supply of community spirit to keep it together. Let's not lose the Zurich Centennial Band. `des Virginia, It's Winter Time There are plenty of tell-tale signs indicating that winter is upon us, even though the snow and tempera- ture aren't too much among these indications. Winter activities at the community level are becoming evi- dent everywhere. Most people will get more enjoy- ment out of the winter season if they will plan and prepare for it. It's much better to winterize the car and house before the blizzards and sub- zero temperatures arrive. It will be clone in more comfort and prevent costly damage done by cold weather. In the same way one will enjoy the season's recreation more if he plans in advance and chooses what kinds of recreation he will partici- pate in during the winter. In any event, there should be time left for rest, reading and relaxation. Use the winter to the best advantage and spring will roll around to bring a greater degree of happiness.—(Gren- fell (Sask.) Sun) . The Noose on Trial Recently parliament voted on a government bill to abolish, for a five-• year trial period, the death penalty for murder. An exception to would be the slaying of policemen or prison guards. This vote. would appear to be a move in the right direction. We have never felt that the crude barbaric method of punishment could be ac- ceptable or practical. The violent jerk of a piece of rope placed about a criminal's neck does not belong in the twentieth century. Putting an offender to death is not recognized by some as a deterrent to others. There are others who feel that hav- ing to live out one's life in confine- ment is a greater punishment. At least, the death penalty will be put on a trial basis for the next five years'. This is being done in spite of the fact the present government has commuted the death penalty on a score of offenders during the last few years. Let us hope that if the death penalty is re -instituted after the five-year period, a more reason- able means than the rope can be found. Members of parliament voting for abolishing the death penalty were mainly Liberals and New Democrats, while most Conservatives voted to retain the penalty.— (New Hamburg Independent). urich mt‘t News PRINTED BY SOUTH HURON PUBLISHERS LIMITED, ZURICH HERB TORKHEIM, Publisher J E. HUNT, Plant Superintendent Authorized as Second Class Mail, Post Office Department, Ottawa and for Payment of postage in cash. Member: Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association Member: Ontario Weekly Newspapers Association Member: Canadian Community Newspapers Representatives Subscription; Rates: $3,00 per year in advance, in Canada; $4.00 in United States and and Foreign; single copies 1 cents. Fr~orn My Window Heard just the other day about a •couple in Russia who have been married for 100 years, My gosh. How awful. My husband and I have been married for almost 14 years and already we have nothing to talk about except the neighbors and the latest government goof. In fact, just recently when one gentleman suggested to my spouse that we had undoubtedly married too young, my marvel- lous man -about -the -house retal• iated with, "You're right. I can't remember a time when I was single and without a mari- tal mess." In our neighborhood when a couple has been married for 25 years, all their friends and rel- atives gather round to wish them well and present them with stacks of useless silver that will tarnish before the next anniversary. After 50 years of bliss (and 25 years of polishing •candelsticks) the cou- ple receives the gold medal, a kind of good marriage -keeping seal of approval. At 60 years, diamonds are bestowed upon the celebrants who by this time need little more than a pair of rocking chairs and little peace and quiet. Since most people are expected to pack it up before too long anyway, the party gets a little sentimental likea fare- well bash for .a dear friend suf- fering from a terminal disease. So, as far as I know, the sparkling diamond jubilee is the last official stop on the long, long road leading to dis- solution ,of a partnership which begins and ends before a preacher. And that's enough punishment for most folks. But this pair in Russia just won't quit. Already they've passed 40 additional milestones of marriage that are not chart- ed on the course. It's an inter- esting thought to imagine what special gifts could be presented to mark those extra years. After 80 years, I'd suggest the family of the 'celebrants could relieve them from fur- ther duties as host and hostess at Christmas dinners. After 90 years, the couple should be pre- sented with an ironclad guar- antee that further visits from their relatives will exclude chil- dren unless specifically invited. Sy Shirley Keller At one hundred years, the pair should have their names inscribed in a marble hall of fame above a tribute reading: "In recognition of five score years of faithful service, one to the other. May their misery soon come to an end." Any subsequent anniversaries should be ignored. As my husband declares, "If scientists ever learn to take two sickly individuals and make them into one healthy being, I hope I'm the unlucky one of the pair unless they promise me I'll awake a bachelor. I couldn't take more than the normal maximum of married years." 0 EUB Women Hold Meeting On Christmas Theme The regular monthly meeting of the WSWS of the Evangelical UBChurch was held in the church basement with Mrs. Leonard Erb as ichairlady. The meeting opened with Mrs. Erb reading a Christmas poem. The hymn, "Jpy to the World", was sung. Mrs. Pearl Melick read the scripture from Luke 2, and also a Christmas poem. Miss Olive O'Brien offered prayer. Raye Jacobe and Melvin Melick ren- dered "0 Came All Ye Faith- ful" and "Silent Night" on the electric steel •guitar, accompan- ied by . Mrs. Pearl Melick. Mrs. Della Melick gave e read- ing. A vocal number entitled "The Rock That Sheltered Me", was rendered by Mrs. Pearl Melick, Clare Jacobe and Mrs. Milton Oesch. The ladies heard an inform- ative talk on' "Retardation", presented by Mrs. Laird Jacobe. After the singing of "0 Little Town of Bethlehem", a reading was presented concerning the religions of today. The offer- ing and a hymn closed the meeting. Mrs. Delbert Geiger, the vice- president, presided for the busi- ness meeting, after which the committee in charge served lunch. R gers Majestic COLOR TELEVISION Fully Automatic Color Television. Table vers- ion with choice df two different bases. 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