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The Huron Expositor, 1963-10-03, Page 1ft 0 • . • • • • • .0 • 104th Year Whole No. 4989 "-' 4,4 SEAIPORTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 1963 1? PAGES YOfir.44,A4Vanct Single Poes •14.400/, 30 ,eeeeee '14 Named President Ontario Chapter General Practise Dr. Paul L. Brady this week was elected as President of the Ontario Chapter College of General Practice of Canada—a medical association ,whose aim is to encourage the family doc- tor to increased post graduate study and research. D" Brady was born and edu- cated in Toronto, and graduat- ed from University of Toronto in 1938. He commenced prac- tice at the Seaforth Clinic in 1940, where he has remained, except for three years' service in the Armed Forces during the last war. The Ontario Chapter is meet- ing in Vineland this week with medical men from •across On- tario in attendance. DR. PAUL L. BRADY, who this week was elected Presi- dent of the Ontario Chapter, College of General Practise of Canada. STUDENTS AT DUBLIN CONTINUATION SCHOOL have completed organization of the Student Council and members are busy planning activities for the year. Shown here, from the left, are: Anne Shea, Grade IX representative; Karen Russell, Grade X representative; Jack Flanagan, vice-president; Mary Lou Coyne, president; Francis Maloney, Grades XI and XII representative; Patricia Melady, treasurer ; Rosalie Ducharme, secretary. (Expositor photo by Philips). Organist Quarter Century Retires At Brucefield Mrs. John R. Murdoch has re- signed as choir leader and or- ganist of Brucefield United Church, after service totalling 25 years. Mrs. Murdoch was en- gaged as choir leader in 1906 at the age of 16 and continued in the position until 1912,, when she resigned at the time of 'her marriage to the late John R. Murdoch. While holding simi- lar positions in neighboring churches during this interval, she did not return to Brucefield Church until 1941 • In accepting Mrs. Murdoch's resignation, the session express- ed sincere reluctance and re- gret, and assured her, of their deep appreciation of her talent- ed and devoted leadership throughout the years. At the close of the service on Sunday morning, Mrs. Mur- doch was honored by 't'he con- gregation with a complimentary address and presentation on the occasion of her retirement as choir leader and organist of Brucefield United Churc'h. Wil- liam Fotheringham, clerk of session, read the address which expressed the deep regret- of the congregation at Mrs. Mur- doch's resignation and their ap- preciation of her services in the past, and Mr. Fred Boyce presented her with a desk clock and pen set. In reply, Mrs. Murdoch ex- pressed her thanks and appre- ciation of the kind co-operation of the session, the choir and the congregation throughout so many years, and her pleasure in having been in charge of the Set New Regulations For Museum Gifts County council carried with- out debate a property Commit- tee report in which mention was made of a new "agreement form relative to articles left at the museum." Later in the day it brought protest, and something in the way of a demand that it be withdrawn, from Curator J. H. Neill. Regarding the agreement form drawn up by the county solicitors, Reeve Ivan Haskins' report stated: "We are con- cerned with arti&es which have been either lent or donated by people who later in life pass away. Sometimes it hapPens that these articles are then claimed by relatives, and sud- denly the articles becoilA valu- able. To offset this problem, we have arranged for agreement forms which should cover these various situations." "A clause in one of the papers to be filled out means trouble," Mr. Neill said in his oral report to council. He read: 'The said objects shall be the exclusive and absolute property of the museum, and may be lent or placed elsewhere or disposed of in such manner as the mus- eum inay deem advisable.' Some donors had declined to sign this, and one load of articles had to be left. Another pro- spective donor, when he heard the wording, said 'to hell with the Museum." "This museum had been built with good -will and trust" said Mr. Neill. "We know where there is a lot more stuff* but I leave this matter With, you." He eAtithad that �f 6,506 exhibits, perhaps 1,000 are on loan. The likelihood of lenders claiming the articles is slight, he 'said. As an instance that did occur, one family got back a cradle, wanted for great-grand- children. Mr. Neill reported more than 20,000 visitors up to date, and $4,500 revenue. The building is "completely full," he said, "and it is for you to decide about more room. Vandalism has been considerable — more than in all the years I have been there," Reeve Smith reported that a plaque in memory of Gavin Green is being erected at the museum. Mr. Green left a sum of money to the museum, and it has been geed in reconstruct- ing the office area. Mr. Smith, who attended the Ontario Historical Society con- vention this year, reports that "there 'are certain people who are anxious to form a Huron County Historical Society." The matter is under consideration by the warden's and personnel committee. At the afternoon session, Cur- ator Neill was presented with the first honorary life member- ship ever bestowed by the On- tario Historical Society. Offici- ating at this ceremony were Andrew W. Taylor, Galt, presi- dent of the society, and Mrs. Owen Metcalfe, of Hamilton, chairman of the =sewn sec- tion of the society. "We are here," said Mr. Tay- lor, "to honor eine of the great men in the,Ieetd MuSeufri irnve- (on41flne.d on Page Service of Praise on three im- portant events in the history of the church. These were the op ening of the present church in 1908; the celebration of the 75th anniversary of the organ- izing of the congregation as the Brucefield Union Church in 1951, and the 50th anniversary of the opening of the church in 1958. In connection with the last two events, Mrs. Murdoch re- membered with appreciation and great pleasure, the return of former members who came to join the choir on these two occasions. Rev. Howard K. Plant invited the congregation to the plat- form, where they personally Young Liberals At McGavin Farm Goderich Young Liberals held a hay wagon ride and wiener roast at the farm of Gordon McGavin, in McKillop, .on Satur- day night. About 30 members of the organization took part .in the event. Blyth Plans Feeder Calf Club At a meeting of directors and committeemen of Blyth Agricul- tural Society Monday evening in the Arena, President Robert Henry reported he and his ap- pointed committee went to Hen- sel and contacted the leader there of the Feeder Calf Club, and were quite favorably im- pressed. The feasibility of organizing such -a club under the sponsor- ship of Blyth Agricultural So- ciety was discussed at length, and the decision reached was to invite anyone under the age of 21 years, who would be inter- ested in such a club, to attend a meeting in Memorial Hall Monday evening, Oct. 7, at 8:30. It is important that all who are interested attend this meeting, as there is a date deadline for the society to purchase these calves for the club members. Oil Furnace Causes Alarm Seaforth firemen were called out early Monday morning when an oil furnace exploded in a mobile home occupied by Dale Hartwick, on Crombie St. Damage was confined to the furnace and to smoke. Joan Sills Wins Draw At Legion Top prize in the Legion fall draw for camping equipment was won by Joan Sills, Seaforth, with ticket 1029. The draw took place at the Legion September social Friday evening. Other winners were: Leah Kerr, No. 4277; Harold Hugill, No. 3427; Dan MacDonald, Wal. ton, No, 2458, and 'William Lep burn, No. 1457. greeted Mrs. Murdoch and ex- tended their best wishes for her future in the years to come. On Thursday evening the MRS. J. R. MURDOCH choir entertained Mrs. Murdoch, marking their last rehearsal be- fore her retirement as their leader and organist. Mr. J, C. Cornish, president, expressed the choir's deep regret at sev- ering the happy association they had enjoyed together for so many years, and Mrs. Eva Wil- son presented Mrs. Murdoch with a gift of jewellery. Following Mrs. Murdoch's re- ply, in which she expressed her thanks and appreciation for the loyal support and assistance the choir had always given her, and! her hope that the same co-op- eration and help she had enjoy -1 ed would be extended to Mrs. Moffat, who succeeds here. Lunch was served and a social hour enjoyed together. Town Changes Curb Plans,at Gas Stations Major revisions in curb and gutter arrangements adjacent to service stations, and exten- Isions in the sidewalk program, were approved at a special council meeting Monday morn- . ing. Council instructed the en- gineers on the Goderich Street road rebuilding program to: (a) revise curb and gutter lay- outs across all service stations from island and return curb concept to a through curb and gutter and throogh sidewalk. (b) make necessary changes in storm sewers; (c) provide for sidewalks on north and south sides of Gode- rich Street from, Coleman St. to the easterly limits; (d) provide for sidewalks on north and south sides of Gode- rich Street between East and West. William Streets, except where existing 'sidewalk is sat- isfactory; (e) provide for a sidewalk on south side of Goderich Street, from Adam Street to western limits; (f) provide for a barrier curb in front ,of sewer pumping sta- tion at Coleman Street. Need for changes in curb ar- rangements became apparent as work progressed opposite the east end Canadian Oil Sta- tion. Councillors were concern- ed that proposed gutters and curbs with an island opposite the station would not provide proper protection for pedes- trians, The way in which the gutter was returned to the pro- perty -line would create, prob- lems in draining surface water 4roln adjoining properties— now.lower than the highway at this point. Contractors were advised and later Monday changes in the plans were being implemented. Additional sidewalk work cov- ered areas omitted in the orig- inal plans and will provide ac- cess to the Lions Park, the new hospital, and the public school. Meanwhile, contractors are completing the grading of the connecting link and expect pre- liminary work to be completed this week. The entire roadway has been excavated to a depth of three to four feet and filled with layers of gravel, to form a base for the new pavement. Several large power shovels have been at work on the pro- ject. The Goderich Street storm sewer is almost completed, as are large catchbasins along the length of the street. Former days when muddy stretches of road were spanned with logs were recalled as machines dug out massive logs and timbers. Still in good con - (Continued on Page 6 Soil tests were under way this week at the site of the new Seaforth Community Hospital. The soil investigation provides information necessary to the architects, as they work on final detailed drawings for the new hospital. A crew from E. M. Peto As- sociates of Toronto moved onto the site on Wednesday to earrf out the tests. Involved are a number of holes' to depths of 30 feet, from which samples of soil are taken at various levels. By analyzing the soil, architects determine on necessary struc- tural details. Work of deve ing detailed drawings has been under way for several weeks. As working drawings for each of the hos- pital areas are prepared, they will be reviewed by the Oa- sultants and medical and hos- pital officials here and submit- ted to the Ontario Hospital Services Commission for final approval. Campaign Advances Meanwhile campaign officials have set plans to complete .the campaign objective of $195,000. Total of cash and pledges to date amounts to $165,950.04— about 85 per cent of the ob- jective. The campaign which was sus - Vit. I SZJi 10, guc unuer way true weer at the sue of the new Community Hospital, across frotn the Lions Park. Here, A. Y. leleLean, board chairman, and K. Bruce MadMil- Ian, chairman of the hospital campaign organization, watch as the soil test crew begins the task of obtaining samples at various depths. The hospital will be located on the high land, east of the former Horner residence. (Expositor photo by Phillips). Area Cancer Branch Names Clare Reith Clare Reith was named presi- dent of the Seaforth and Dis- trict Branch of the Canadian Cancer Society when the annual meeting of the branch was held Wednesday in the Town Hall. Other officers recommended by a nominating committee and elected by the meeting includ. Because 'he had misbehaved, the small boy was doing pen- ance in the corner. After some time, he spoke. "I can't help it if I'm not perfect. I never heard of but one perfect boy, any- way." - The mother, anticipating an opportunity to point out a mor- al. said, "Who was that?" The boy replied without hesi- tation, "Daddy, ed: Past president, Mrs. N. Scoins; first vice-president, Mrs. J. M. McMillan; secretary, Mrs. M. Platt; treasurer, Miss Bessie Grieve; chairman of education, Rev. H. Donaldson; chairman of campaign, Robert Spittal; chair- man of publicity, Mrs. H. Mason; chairman of Women's Service, Mrs. J. McConnell; chairman of extension, J. Doig. Officers stressed that anyone needing the help of the Cancer Society can phone or contact Mr. Reith, Mrs. McConnell or any member of the society. Triple Memorial Gifts To date the April campaign has realized $1,753.50. In Mem- oriam gifts total $506.00 for the past year — three times t h e amount received in the preced- ing year. pended during the autumpr months wUl now be,dir4cted4a those areas where canvasser kits have not becu,all returrted K. Bruce lVfaeMilian, *,eteleludgo 'chairman, said, Reviewing results to date, VIr- MacMillan said, retains were particularly encouraging. The hospital division, including UV staff, doctors and memberof campaign comniittett, and Of the board, had tontributeel $42,- 396,00. Seaforth gifts totalled $53,565.00, including merchants,'-. industriesand residents gen- erally. McKillop residents halve en $12,177.10; Tuckersinith, $9,- 208.00; Hibbert and Dublin, $3,049.00; Walton, Grey and Morris, $1,262.00; Logan, $1,- 098.00, and Hulett, $2,871.00. ' Contributions from national corporations total $10,550.00, and key gifts, including former residents, total $27,589.00. Referring to the progress be- ing made on plans and the fact that plans would be ready for tender call shortly, Mr. Mac- Millan emphasized the neces- sity of tie campaign objective; being met. 115% of Rated dapacity Meanwhile, demands for ac- commodation continued to pre- sent a problem in the present hospital. Reporting to the board on Thursday, Miss V. Drope, superintendent, said in August there were 93 admis- sions, compared to August, 1962. In the month, average occupancy in medical and sur- gery was 115% of authorized accommodation. 20 Calls in 163 Firemen Step Up Fire Prevention Seaforth Firemen so far in 1963 have answered 20 alarms, Chief John F. Scott said this week, as he reviewed plans for Fire Prevention Week. Chief Scott pointed out that while there had been 20 calls, none had been of major propor- tions, and he attributed this to the extent to which Seaforth and area residents are fire con- scious. During Fire Prevention Week inspections of places of busii- ness, schools and public build- ings will be stepped up. Calls recorded by Chief Scott include, in town: 4 smoke, 1 barn, 1 car, 1 grass, 1 house, 2 oil burners, 1 road oil. From the rural areas the calls in- cluded: 2 brooders, 1 woodpile, 1 house, 1 barn, 1 cattle shed, 1 tractor and 1 standby call. (See stories on Pages 8 and 9) Wins Fair Draw In a draw conducted by Stew- art Bros., in connection wit\ the Seaforth Fall Fair, M r- garet Beuerman, RR 2, Walton, was the winner. Scouts, Cubs Compete at Field Da Scouts and Cubs from across Perth district competed at a field days in Seaforth Saturday afternoon. Despite cool fall weather. competition was keen in the various events, run off at Sea - forth public school grounds. Cubs Group A (ages 8-9) High jump — Bob Montgom- ery, Seaforth; Robert Gray, Mitchell; Kevin Broome, Sea - forth. Broad jump — Randy Wood, Seaforth; John Lawrence, Mit- chell; Terry Soeder, Mitchell. Ball throw — Randy Wood, Seaforth; John Lawrence, Mit- chell; Robert Gray. Mitchell. Climb pole, 10 -ft. — Herb Broome, Seaforth; Robert Gray, , r • 44. ,C4r1011r *Pr DESPITE COOL DAMP WEATHER, area Scotts and Cubs competed for field day honors here on Saturday, Shown with Scoutmaster Harry Cuming of the First Seaforth trocb are Ken Woad, Egraontiville; Ralph Whitemore,' 'Egmondville, and Douglas Miami, Walton. (Expositor photo Mitchell; Bob Patrick, Egmond 50 -yard dash—Randy Wood, Seaforth; Kevin Broome, Sea - forth; M. McIntosh, St. Marys, Cubs Group B (ages 10-11) High jump — Paul Moggach Seaforth: John Lemons, Mit chell; Dennis Lawrence, Mit chell. • Broad jump — Dennis Lawr- ence, Mitchell; Paul Moggach, Seaforth; Larry Broome, Sea - forth. Ball throw — David Harvey, Seaforth; Allan Roberton, Sea - forth; Dale Whitelaw, Egmond- ville. Climb pole—Bob Carnochan, Paul Moggach. Seaforth; Allan Roberton, Seaforth. 50 -yard dash—Paul Moggach, Seaforth: Doug Hildebrand, Sea - forth; Dennis Lawrence, Mit- chell, Catching ball—Dennis Lawr- ence, Mitchell; Jim Dallas, Eg mondville; David Harvey, Sea - forth. Scouts Group A (ages 12-13) 50 -yard dash — Glen Nichol- son, Egmondville; G. Bennett, Walton; N. McDonald, Walton. Shot put—G. Nicholson, Eg- mondville: 13, liellinga, Walton; D. Erb. T.avistock. Scout chin-up—Glen Nichol- son, Egmondville; Jim Bonze, Mitchell. High jump—Glen Nicholson, Egmondville; Jim Dalrymple, Seaforth; Ricky Hulley, Eg- mondville. Scouts Group 8 (ages 14-15) 75 -Yard dash — Doug Dal- rymple, Seafortli; Wayne Att- - ber, Seaforth: Brian Broome, Egmondville. Shot put—Brian Broome, Eg- mondville: Doug Dalrymple, Seaforth: Tony Wolfkamp, Mit- chell. Scout chin-up — Doug Dal- - rymplc, Seaforth; Tom Oliver, - Egmondville; Richard Reaney, Mitchell. High jump—Doug Dalrymple, Seaforth: Wayne Huber; Sea - forth; Brian Broome, Egmond- ville, Running broad jump — Doug Dalrymple, Seaforth; Brian Broome, Egmondville; George Vardy, Egmondville. Doug Elder, ADC, and Stan Press, ADC, were in charge of the field day. SDHS Awards Bus Contracts For School Area SDHS Board meeting Tues- day completed arrangements for bus transportation with the estate of R. S. Habkirk. The contract provides for $37,500.00—the same amount as last year. During the school term the buses will travel about 104,000 miles under the con- tract, An additional contract was necessary this year to provide for transportation eaeh day to Clinton. This centred, proVide,s $9,000 .for 4,600 miles.