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Zurich Citizens News, 1970-12-17, Page 1inckg No. 50 --ALWAYS FIRST WITH THE LOCAL NEWS 971/6t ZURICH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1970 TREATS FOR FORMER PUBLISHER - Chester Smith, left, form- er publisher of the Zurich Herald, is seen here as he receives a package of treats from Salvation Army representative, Mrs. Eric Luther, of Hensall, at the Blue Water Rest Home last Saturday night. Mrs. Luther presented each resident of the home with a package, through the courtesy of the London Branch of the Salv- ation Army. Kitchener Clergyman Delivers Message On Freedom To Chamber Ladies Night Dr. Finlay G. Stewart, of Kitchener, whose congregation is the largest Presbyterian Church in Canada, was the guest speaker at the annual Ladies Night of the Zurich Chamber of Commerce last Thursday night, in the Dom- inion Hotel. Dr. Stewart has 3, 000 members in his congregat- ion, of which 1300 are children. He is quite frequently seen on the church program over CKCO- TV. Speaking on the topic, "my concern about our Freedom, " the popular clergyman dealt with seven various subjects which he has great concern about. Regard- ing the "freedom to express our- selves, " Dr. Stewart told his aud- ience that "we should take all information available and form some solid opinions. If we express a solid public opinion the lead- ers of government have something by which they can be guided. Regarding the "freedom to worship, " Dr. Stewart said that half the people in Canada and United States do not want to worship at all. "As far as freedom from fear is concerned, " the speaker went on to say, "we live in a fearful generation. Children are afraid of their elders, and parents are agraid of their children. This is the reason for some of the odd dress of many young people to- day." "Twenty-five years ago, half the world was hungry and starv- ed, " Dr. Stewart went on to say, and today there is just as large a percentage still hungry and naked. Now, however, we have such social services as baby bonuses and pensions to assist the needy." Dr. Stewart said that "freedom to excell" means that when one is asked to do something he should do it to his full potential, exercising the freedom of excel- lence. "You should think of your lib- erty as right or wrong, " he went on to say. "This way you can (continued on page 6) 0 Huron MLA Not Retiring Now "To clarify recent speculation, I simply wish to state that I have not decided to retire from public life, " the Hon. C.S. McNaught- on told the Citizens News last Wednesday afternoon. The an- nouncement was made too late for publication in last week's issue. The announcement ended speculation that Mr. MacNaugh- ton might beone of the senior cabinet ministers who will join Prime Minister John Robarts in retirement. "1 would then ask my constit- uents to regard any comments about my future activities as pure speculation, " he went on to say. The Provincial Treasurer, who regards Premier Robarts as the greatest statesman in Canada today, received the announce- ment of his retirement plan with personal regret. Mr. MacNaughton had strongly backed Mr. Roberts when he was named leader of the Prog- ressive Conservative Party and the Huron MPP has been consid- ered the number one man in the cabinet for some time. 10 CENTS PER C PY', ay Seeks Parking Regulations The council of the Township of Hay, at their regular monthly meeting last week, agreed -to request the Department of High- ways to erect "no parking" signs in front of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, on highway 21 north of St. Joseph. Some time ago a request was received from officials of the church asking for such signs to be erected. The church officials felt that there is a great deal of danger when cars park along both sides of the road, especially when the traffic on the highway is heavy. The request to the Department of Highways asks that the "no parking" area extend 330 feet north of the church and 480 feet south. In other business at the meet- ing council approved the pur- chase of four new truck tires from Newby Tire, in Exeter, at a cost of $120. each, less a trade-in allowance of $15 on each tire. The new tires are Good Year brand, and the size is 1000x20, twelve ply. Also approved at the meeting was the purchase of a Ilomelite Chain Saw, at a price of $150. Four applications for tile Christmas Issue The next issue of the Citizens News will be in the mails on Tuesday, December 22, and will contain the usual greeting messages from area business concerns. There will be no ed- ition published between Christ- mas and New Years. Any persons wishing greeting advertisements in the Christmas issue should contact the Citizens News as soon as possible, since the deadline for this type of ad- vertising is six o'clock on Sat- urday night, December 19. It is impossible for this newspaper to contact all business places, so your co-operation will be greatly appreciated. The deadline for accepting classified ads and news copy for this special Christmas issue is Monday, December 21, at 12 noon. drainage loans in the amount of $6, 000. were processed by the council, and another appli- cation in the amount of $6, 000. was received at the meeting. The report on the McDonald Drainage Works was read at the meeting, and was sent back to the engineer for further consider- ation. Council agreed to write off the amount of $180.26 in chegues which have been issued over the past few years, and have never been cashed. Accounts in the amount of $4, 325.07 were approved for payment in the general account, along with $4, 202.51 in the road account. Several Minor Accidents Reported By OPP During Past Week Total damage was listed at $600 last Tuesday, when cars driven by Douglas Hodgson of R. R, 1, Blenheim, collided with another driven by Mrs. Lydia Regier, R, R. 2, Zurich, on Highway 84 west of Zurich. OPP Constable Bob Whiteford investigated. On December 11, damages amounted to $650 in a two car crash on highway 4 near Hensall, involving vehicles driven by Ross McNichol, Hensall, and Swaby Williams, also of llensall, There were no injuries. OPP Constable Bob Whiteford invest- igated. Tlie second accident on Friday tool< place at the Dunlop Tire lot at Huron Park, and involved cars driven by Oliver Jaques, Hensall, and Gerald Glavin, of R,R.2, Lucan. Total damages amounted to $250, and the ac- cident was investigated by OPP Constable Frank Giffin. Also last Friday, a pick-up ' truck driven by William Robert Campbell, of Exeter, lost cont- rol on the snow-covered road on the 14th concession, Ilay Town- ship, and rolled over. Only $10 damage resulted, The last of three accidents on the same day tool< place on Highway 4, south of Exeter, and involved vehicles driven by Terrence Haynes, of Fullerton, Douglas Ford, of R,R.3, Dash- wood and Michael Key, of Lond- on. A total of $700 damage re- sulted to all three vehicles. OPP Constable Frank Giffin investigat- ed. In his weekly press release, Cpl. R. F. Brooks notes that office Christmas parties and other social festivities will be held over the next few weeks. "Might we suggest to persons attending these get-togethers to make arrangements to use a taxi or have a non-drinker drive? It is better to be safe than sorry, " He went on to explain that the police would be extra vigil- ant at this time of year in an effort to reduce accidents which would mar the festive season by injury or death. Corporal Brooks also pointed out in his weekly release that the detachment has been receiv- ing numerous complaints about the improper use of snowmobiles. "We would ask everyone operat- ing a snowmobile to be consider- ate of other people's property, " he said, "Snowmobiles should be operated safely to avoid any un- necessary accidents. " The corporal pointed out that last year there were 40 deaths attributed to snowmobiles in Quebec, and 34 in Ontario. 0 Are you looking for a perfect last-minute gift suggestion? Why not give that friend, relat- ive or member of the family away from home a one-year sub- scription to the Zurich Citizens News. The cost is only $4.00 in Can- ada and $5.00 in the USA. We have ideal gift cards avail• able to announce the subscription and the office of the Citizens News will be open this Saturday to accept Gift Subscriptions as a last minute suggestion. SPEAKS AT CHAMBER EVENT - Dr. Finlay G. Stewart, noted Presbyterian minister, of Kitchener, was the guest speaker at the annual ladies night of the Zurich Chamber of Commerce last Thursday. Shown here with Dr. Stewart are: Glen Thiel, president of the organization; Dr. Stewart; Douglas Armstrong, chairman of the program committee; and Charles Eckel, chairman of the special events committee. The latter two men were in charge of arranging the special night.