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The Times Advocate, 2008-10-01, Page 5Wednesday, October 1, 2008 Times–Advocate 5 Opinion Forum News I OYEARS AGO September 28, 1998 - Randy Johnson, formerly of Exeter has won the Ohio Valley Conference One javelin championship for the past four years as a student at Southeast Missouri State University. The Exeter rodeo is becom- ing a welcome cash cow for the town and the recreation parks advisory committee. The Aug. 8 and 9 event turned in a $10,947.58 profit after expenses. Admissions alone accounted for $422,711 in rev- enue while donations for gold, silver or bronze buckles brought in $12,469.98. A Bar K Rodeo, the company that now includes Exeter on its sum- mer rodeo circuit, charged $14,000, the largest sin- gle expense. Last year's profit was $7,000. A serendipitous stop at a tearoom nine years ago started Heather Redick of Zurich on the path lead- ing to her current status as one of the few recog- nized North American teachers of Zhostovo decora- tive art. 20YEARS AGO September 30, 1988 -The 134th edition of the Exeter Fall Fair was a real success. President Adrian Brand said there were 50 new exhibitors. 30YEARS AGO September 28, 1978 - Lila Hume, secretary -trea- sure of the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority recently received special recognition from Ontario Conservation Authorities. She received it for long and outstanding service as an outspoken advocate to expedite the work of the Authority by improve- ment of administrative policies and procedures. Local developer Len Veri has submitted plans for a second apartment building in the block surround- ed by Sanders, Carling, Gidley and William Streets. The Crediton Cowgirls recently won the 1978 championship of the district ladies fastball league by defeating Parkhill in the final round. 45 YEARS AGO September 27, 1963 - Carolynne Simmons has been chosen to head the SHDHS student council for 1963-64. Her executive includes vice-president Neil McAllister, secretary Linda Hunter-Duvar, treasur- er Joan Smith and publicity chairman Bob Hoffman Former Exeter deputy mayor Claude Farrow has been appointed manager of Exeter's Industrial Development Corporation. 50YEARS AGO September 29, 1959 - Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Foster who have been residing in Exeter were guests of a family dinner at Hook's Restaurant in London to celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. They were married in Scotland and came to Canada in 1923. The Exeter dairy team made up of Pat Marshall, R.R. 1, Kirkton and Lorne Hern, R.R. 1, Woodham placed fourth in a class in which 55 teams compet- ed at OAC in Guelph on Friday. 60YEARS AGO September 27, 1948 - Mr. Vernon Heywood recently received a Mentioned Dispatches certifi- cate for distinguished service in the army. Mr. and Mrs. George Ferguson of London and formerly of Exeter won a new Ford car Saturday at Western Fair. Exeter firemen will sponsor a baby contest at the Opera House for the benefit of Child Welfare. Harry Cole is attending the College of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto. Sixteen public school canvassers realized $81.60 for the Navy League on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. William Rhode of Thames Road recently returned after spending their honeymoon in Eastern Ontario and Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Miller have returned from their wedding trip. 85 YEARS AGO The Lucan Juniors have won the junior champi- onship of the NWBA. The final game was played in Lucan on Saturday when the home team defeated Durham 1-0. The Zurich Fall Fair was held Friday and Saturday last. The weather was ideal and exhibits were excellent with a large crowd present. The concert and recital in James Street church on Monday was largely attended and thoroughly enjoyed by those present. The entertainment was under the auspices of the Sunday School. ROSS HAUGH BACK IN TIME Seniors' Perspective By Jim Bearss SENIOR CORRESPONDENT Give plants fertilizer and they will grow. Give children emotional security and they will blossom, Give adults encouragement and trust and there will be peace. Out and about! Carpet Bowling - The carpet bowling season will be starting on Mon., Oct. 6 and Fri., Oct. 10 at 9 a.m. at the Lions Youth Centre, 125 John Street West. Anyone interested in participating in carpet bowl- ing may call Peter McFalls at 235-0368 for more information or you may show up on Monday or Friday mornings. Steak Barbecue - Exeter Legion Branch 167 is hosting their famous, delicious Steak BBQ on Oct. 19, 5 - 7 p.m. Advance tickets are only $12 or $14 at the door, Children 6 - 12, only $5 and children under five are free. For more information and for purchasing tickets, call Harvey or Esther at 235- 1167 or the Legion at 235-2962. Exeter Seniors' monthly meeting Are you looking for entertainment, fellowship, and good food? Plan to join fellow older folks at the Exeter Legion on Oct. 7 at 6 p.m. There is always a great potluck meal and exciting enter- tainment. You should always be home by 9 p.m. More members welcome. Exeter and Grand Bend Adult Day services are having an Oktoberfest Celebration at the Grand Bend Adult Day Centre on Wed., Oct. 15 from 11:45-1:30. Cost $6 per person which includes a Hayter's turkey sausage/bun, sauerkraut, bever- age and Black Forest Cake. There will be door prizes and entertainment. Let Tammy Antaya know if interested in attending by Oct. 6 at 235- 4600. Kirkton United Church Chicken BBQ - Sun., Oct. 5 at Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre, serving 4 - 7 p.m. Tickets sold at Kirkton Market or phone Pam (229-6931) or Keith (229-6410). Take outs available. Advance tickets only. Time to clean closets again. The fall South Huron Hospital Rummage Sale will be held Wed., Oct. 29 - 5:30 to 9 p.m., Thurs., Oct. 30 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Auction Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Town wide pickup Wed., Oct. 29 at 9 a.m. Open for drop off of items suitable for resale on Tuesday. Volunteers are needed and welcome. For further info call 235-0847 or 235-0780 Support for starting farmers What does a farmer look like? The traditional image of a tough, proud fellow in coveralls and rubber boots is no longer valid. Instead picture a group of young urban bred and multicultural indi- viduals. You've met the new generation of Canadian farmers. This new group is important because currently in Ontario, the number of farmers under 35 years of age has declined by more than 50 per cent in the last 10 years. Today the average of career farmers is 52 and, according to a 2002 study com- pleted by Agriculture and Agri -Food Canada, 80 per cent are planning to sell or transfer their farms in the next 10 years. At the same time, there is a need for more farmers to meet the growing demand for locally grown, ecologically produced and culturally appropriate fresh pro- duce in Southern Ontario. An organization based in Goderich, FarmStart, is currently working with future farmers, including both urban and rural youth, new Canadians and people wishing to start a second career on the land. As described by Mike Shook, FarmStart's Program Manger: "We encourage new farmers to be entrepreneurs, to creatively turn challenges into opportunities. Our projects focus on develop- ing different types of farms, including coopera- tives. We also encourage our farmers to explore new market opportunities, ecological production methods, innovative business models and value- added products." A husband read an article to his wife about how many words women use a day... 30,000 to a man's 15,000. The wife replied, 'The reason has to be because we have to repeat everything to men...The hus- band then turned to his wife and asked, 'What?' It Happened in a Fancy Restaurant... A man is dining in a fancy restaurant and there is a gorgeous red head sitting at the next table. He has been checking her out since he sat down, but lacks the nerve to talk with her. Suddenly she sneezes, and her glass eye flies out of its socket toward the man. He reflexively reaches out, grabs it out of the air, and hands it back. 'Oh my, I am so sorry,' the woman says as she pops her eye back in place. 'Let me buy your dinner to make it up to you,' she says. They enjoy a wonderful dinner together, and afterwards they go to the theatre followed by drinks. They talk, they laugh, she shares her deepest dreams and he shares his. She listens. After paying for everything, she asks him if he would like to come to her place for a nightcap and stay for breakfast. They had a wonderful, won- derful time. The next morning, she cooks a gourmet arss meal with all the trimmings. The guy is amazed. Everything had been so incredible! 'You know,' he said, 'you are the perfect woman. Are you this nice to every guy you meet?' 'No,' she replies...Wait for it...It's coming...The sus- pense is killing you, isn't it? She says: 'You just happened to catch my eye.' An elderly woman recently called the local 911 on her cell phone to report that her car had been broken into. She is hysterical as she explains her situation to the dispatcher: 'They've stolen the stereo, the steering wheel, the brake pedal and even the accelerator!' she cried. The dispatcher said, 'Stay calm. An officer is on the way.' A few minutes later, the officer radios in. 'Disregard.' He says, 'She got in the back-seat by mistake.' Jim Be Regional wrap up Plowing champions WALTON — Two McGavin boys did well at the Teeswater International Plowing Match last week in plowing competitions. Brandon McGavin, 16 of Walton won the Ontario Junior Tractor championship and will compete at the Canadian Championship Plowing Match in Alberta in 2009. McGavin's cousins, Jacob, 13 also of Walton won top scores for the under -16 competition. Goderich Habitat GODERICH — The newest Habitat for Humanity home in Huron County and the first in Goderich was unveiled Sept. 24 with an open house at 170 Bruce St. E. One hundred and fifty volunteers took part building the five -bedroom, two -bath home which broke ground in early May. Habitat is already working on its next build in Exeter, with a lot picked out and applica- tions being accepted as well as volunteers. Bag ban looked at GODERICH — A unanimous vote by Huron County council has its staff looking at a ban in Huron County on plastic shopping bags. The 19-0 vote followed a presentation by Seaforth Public School Grade 8 student Marissa Scott, who made the same request to Huron East council last spring. Huron East Mayor Joe Seili said he suggested Scott come to county council because a county wide ban will make a bigger impact than just in Huron East. Bluewater Coun. Jim Fergusson noted the problem is bigger than just plastic bags. "What about plastic water bottles?" he asked. Letters to the Editor The Times -Advocate welcomes letters to the editor as a forum for open discussion of local issues, con- cerns, complaint, and kudos. By mail: P.O. Box 850, Exeter, Ont. NOM 1S6 By fax: 519-235-0766 By e-mail: editor@southhuron.com Please include your name and address. Anonymous letters will not be published. The Times -Advocate reserves the right to edit letters for brevity.