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Zurich Citizens News, 1971-09-09, Page 1I', NO. 36 FIRST WITH THE LOCAL NEWS ZURICH ONTARIO, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 1971 BACK TO THE GRIND - For many young people Tuesday morning was back to the old school routine, as they loaded the buses and headed to South Huron High School. For some of the youths it was their first taste of high school, while for many others it was old hat, just like it used to be in June. A group of students are seen here as they prepare to board the bus in Zurich. Eivestigat Zurich At the regular meeting of the, council of the village of Zurich last week, word was received from the Ontario Housing Corp- oration that they would like to meet with the council and any other interested persons regard- ing the establishment of low - rental senior citizens housing in the village. The clerk was instructed to make the necessary arrangements for the meeting. Linder such a plan any senior citizens may rent such housing accommodation at a moderately low rental charge. The Corpor- ation, however, must first be convinced that there is a need for such accommodation in the village. Following a meeting with the officials, the council of the village may then ask the Hous- ing Corporation to conduct a survey to determine the need for this type of accommodation. Usually the OHC builds small, self-contained units, ideal for one or two -person occupancy. One of the requirements for this type of housing in a munic- ipality is the availability of an ample water supply and a sew- age system, and since both these services will be available the village of Zurich can qual- ify. An application from Ivan Kalbfleisch to sell a building lot on Walnut Street was receiv- ed by council and discussed at some length. After a discussion on the matter, it was felt adv- isable to have the new county planner look over the proposal before granting the necessary approval. Two residents, Mrs. Gertrude Fleischauer and Miss Verda Baechler, attended the council meeting to discuss a drainage problem in their area. Both ladies told the council they have water in their basements, and quite often it is caused by a drain backing up. The two were assured that works manager Carl Thiel would look into the o .sin matter immediately. The following building permits were approved by council; Mrs. Peral Gingerich, $18, 000 for remodelling and additions; Gerald Bedard, $300 for a car- port; William Rarich, $350 for a bathroom; Emmanuel United Church, $350 for repairs; Hay Fire Insurance, $350 for repairs; and Howard Finkbeiner, $200 for a porch 100 PER COPY Liquor vote Wednesday Ar a schools openedTaesday Both public and separate schools in the area opened their doors on Tuesday morning for another term of learning, and in most cases enrolment is up over last year. At the Zurich Public School, there are approximately 200 pupils registered. The new lib- rary was opened with Mrs. Ruby Neeb as librarian. One new member has been added to the staff, Mrs. Margaret Deichert. • Besides the new French prog- ram and guidance counselling, an expanded elective program will be instituted for the stud- ents at Z. P.S. Sister Lorraine, principal of St. Boniface School, reported an enrolment of 237 students this term. She has two new staff members, Miss Mary Lou Murray, of St. Columban, and James Bilo, of Stratford. There will be 26 English kind- ergarten pupils at St. Boniface, and nine French from Ste. Marie School at St. Joseph. Three new teachers are on the staff at Hensall Public School. They are Mrs. Marilyn Hohner, of Exeter, teaching grade six; Douglas Pearson, of Ethel, teaching grade seven; and Mrs. Brenda Holland, of Sea - forth, as part-time guidance teacher. French instruction at both the llensall and Zurich public schools will be given by Eric Mansfield. Enrolment at Hensall was expected to be about 250. At Ste. Marie School, at St. Joseph, the principal, Mrs. . Perron, reported a total enrol- ment of 105 for this term. An assistant for the principal, Mrs. Trudy Smith, of Dashwood, has been added to the staff. The rest of the teachers remain the same. P lice r severe 1 in are 0 port thefts With the announcement last week that there will be an Advance Poll in operation on Saturday, September 11, plans have been finalized for the liquor vote in Ilay Township, scheduled for next Wednesday, September 15. The advance poll will be located in the Hay Township office in Zurich. Next Wednesday the polls for voting on the liquor question will be open at the following places; no. 1, at the residence of Percy Campbell, R. R.1; Exeter; no. 2 at the residence of Dave Ingram, R.R.2, Hensall; no. 3, at the Hay Township Hall, Zurich; no. 4, at Leonard Becker's Garage, R. R.1, Dash- wood; no. 5, in the Earl Guenth- er Block, Dashwood; and no.6, at Bayview Golf Course, R.R,2, Zurich. The various polls in the area will be open from eight o'clock in the morning until seven in the evening, daylight saving time. There will be two separate questions on the ballot, and electors may vote for both or either one of the two. The questions are (1) are you in favor of the sale of liquor under a dining lounge licence for consumption an licenced prem- ises with food available? (2) are you in favor of the sale of liquor under a lounge licence for consumption on licenced premises? Wednesday's voting will be the first time in Ontario that persons who have reached their 18th birthday will be given the opportunity to cast a ballot. The law regarding 18 -year olds was just recently changed, and they will be eligible to vote next Wednesday, according to clerk - Several thefts occured during the past week. A coat and a pair of binoculars, valued at $90 were taken from a parked car at Huron Park; a small quantity of meat valued at $5. was taken from a Dashwood grocery store; several golf balls valued at $10. were taken from a Grand Bend golf course; a Huron Park lady had several bed sheets, valued at $14. taken from her clothes line; a foam paddle boat valued at $200. , was taken from a St. Joseph's cottage; and a tire and rim valued at $20. was taken from a pick-up in Crediton. Congratulations are extended to local motorists for their safe driving habits. During the holiday week end no traffic accidents were reported, and any other traffic occurences were of a minor nature. Area motorists are reminded to be careful in school zones, now that the students have ret- urned to school. School buses are again using the Highways and motorists should be familiar with the red flashing lights sign- ifying students are boarding or exiting. treasurer Wayne Horner, who will be the returning officer for the vote. Mr. Horner also pointed out some time ago that only persons who are eligible to vote in a provincial election will be elig- ible to vote on the liquor quest- ion. This means that only perm- anent residents in the municip- ality may vote, and hundreds of cottage owners will not be allowed voting rights unless they are year-round residents. The advance poll this Saturday is only for persons who expect to be absent and unable to vote in the regular polling sub -divisions on the regular day of voting. This poll at the Hay Township office will be open from 11 a. m. on Saturday until eight o'clock in the evening, and the ballots in the advance poll will not be opened and counted until closing time next Wednesday night. Full details of the advance poll will be found in an advertise- ment on page 12 of this week's Citizens News. 0 ay council approve drilling At their regular monthly meeting last week, the council of the Township of Hay granted approval of Sub -Service Disp- osal Ltd., of Sarnia, to drill disposal wells in Hay Township, providing agreements are signed to the satisfaction of all parties concerned. The council also stipulated that any construction must be supervised by both the Ontario Water Resources Commission and the Department of Mines (continued on page 3) A NEW EXPERIENCE - For many children Tuesday morning's back to school was nothing out of the ordinary, but for this group of children it was their first session in the classroom. This group unloading at St. Boniface School in Zurich are kindergarten age children from Ste. Marie School coming in for their first time. They are getting off the bus Tuesday morning under the watchful eye of driver Tony Denomme.