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The Acton Free Press Wodnosday Jan 21 Don McDonald Publisher Founded In Publ shod Ontario pur year Coi The Acton Fifli pa pan winch i an The Bud by Inland Publish Co L 15191 ids an Can is of Inland Publ Co L m ted suburban now no Advoriuor Guard Wekond Post Tho Gooraelovm Economisi and Sun Tho Milton Canadian Champ on Tho Aurora Era Oak villa Beavor This Week la accepted on the condition thai tho no occupied by for signature will not be charged lor at the cable rate In ihs event si wrong pi good or cm ma event error that erroneous reasonable he bo Ian of the advert no mom w II bo i typographical error advertising or not bo sold Advertising is merely on oiler EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT Editor Murrey District Editor Eric Sports Diana Rockwood JennilerSan Contributor Holen Murray Darkroom Lynda Hill ADVERTISING DEPARTMENT Sill Cook Jonn or Ban Classified National Advancing Rap BUSINESSACCOUNTING OFFICE 11 ShirloyJocqtio Carolyn Attem McArthur CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT Managar The systems at fault Obviously the province and the region have different ideas about what Hills should be like than the people of Hal ton Hills Hills must revise its official plan from the draft pre pared by the planners Last week the general committee of council thought i was nec essary to call for a task force composed of the mayor and four councillors to steer the plan in the right direction and have it done in time to meet the deadline at the end of 81 Over a year ago the town cir culated its draft official plan to other levels of government Both Queens Park and Halton Region replied that the plan does not go far enough being merely a consolidation of the old Georgetown and Acton official plan What then does Queens Park want The Province wants the plan to look at issues such as energy conservation downtown redevelopment transportation and heritage policies as well as social issues Its an indepth study which will likely need the services of expensive con sultants for some of the studies It is too bad the Province had not been more specific when they first issued guidelines for preparing the official plan Perhaps official strategy is to burden the municipalities with a little information at a time An expensive plan The Province also wants the Hills plan to conform with the region plan a sensible attitude but one likely to set the cart before the horse It would seem more sensible to have the region plan flow around that of the pahties There are vast dif of opinion between north and south on the future shape of Halton Region Lets face it the south of the region is primarily concerned with urban issues North of Dundas Highway No the concerns are a mix of urban and rural an entirely different bag Utopia it isnt Councillor Sheldon thinks the Halton Hills plan should reflect what we are Eminently sensible The farther removed a level of government from the people the more impractical its ideas observed Councillor Ross Hence the task force the ex expense and more work for consultants Ail the posturing in the world cant change the way the system works from In liul undent lTOAYEXFecflp FROM IDE AIR NOISE WATER THE ARE UNRESPONSIVE Its weedess Wednesday You tried to stop smoking on New Years Day but didnt make if Well heres another opportun ity January has been declared WEDNESDAY by the Council on Smoking and Health to- give you a second chance Why not call to get help The Council on Smoking and Health wants you to succeed on WEEDLESS WEDNESDAY Judge Black case on merits letler from the former Warden of County Mayor of Milton and Reeve was filed with the Free Press for publication January IS 1981 Mr William the Board of Guelph I me Burlington Ontario Dear Mr Lawsuit and Members of the Hoard I was shocked and concerned when I rtad of Ihe predicament of Mr Keith Black knew that must write this letter which might add is not solicited and is written without the knowledge of Mr Black I wis a fellow teacher of Mr Black when lie was at Milton High School Prom the lime he to the school I was pressed with his sincerity his responsible manner and the fact that he really cared for the students and wanted to help them in any way lit could In he organized a trip under Ship school to students from Milton High School on a day trip to Europe and in on a three week trip to Japan I along with other Milton teachers accompanied him on the two trips Through his per severance and leadership students of tho school enjoyed a unique educational experience which many have lold me they will never forget On Ihese trips Mr Black showed his leadership qualities his ability to get along with other poo pie his ability communicate with students and la give his students the benefit of every experience that he was capable of giving them He is not a dishonest man My conclusion is thai Mr Black made a serious error in Judgment when he decided to resolve his business problems In way that he did Nevertheless I cannot see thai it should be used against him In such away that he cannot follow his chosen pro fession In my judgment when you deliberate on Mr Black case your consideration should not be based on the fact that you would be creating a precedent In relation to future problems that may arise or inns made in the past One of the great characteristics of the democratic society in which we live cases are decided on their individual merits IF you decide against Mr Black you depriving a good and just man of the privilege of pursuing his chosen career and what li still more serious you would be depriving students or the services of a dedicated teacher who will not be easily replaced In conclusion may I quote lo you from a famous English bard who am sure has influenced many great men down through Ihe centuries in coming to a conclusion and Judgment with which their conscience could live The quality of mercy is not strained falleth like the gentle rain from Heaven upon the place beneath It is twice It blesseth he that gives flnrl he that St Wedding anniversary congratulations go out to Flo and Louis Charlebois who cel ebrated their recently A surprise party was put on at their El more Drivo homo by daughters Jose Ann Andre and Julie Friends and relatives came from as far away as Nova Scotia Ottawa Orangeville New market tu help them celebrate The Friends In Deed handicapped organization is putting out an appeal for new members both male and female As has been designated Year of the they have a special year of act Ivllies planned and want to share this fun with other handicapped people of the com Ablebodied volunteers are also needed for the group to help In the special act as well as the weekly swimming trip to the Acton Indoor pool Sunday morn Anyone Interested in helping can contact Mrs Emily Price at The next meeting Is Jan at at Z Bennett for those who to Join This handicapped organization is not Just for those confined to a wheelchair or on crutches Many people in all stages of arthritis and other Illnesses are members Many appear to be quite healthy To the volunteers disability can strike anyone at any time so why help those less fortunate than yourself now while you can Then maybe if something to you there will be someone who will help you The staff of Indusmin Link an In house newspaper for Limited across must have spent all winter in Ac ton for this months issue Featured on the front page of the tabloid are pictures taken at their annual party at the Curling Club on September Some of the faces seen are Mrs Frits Louis Westfall Gerald Fred Andrews Mr and Mrs Jerry and Mrs Art Parsons Mr and Mrs Doug Ferguson Mr and Mrs Danny Dcmpsey Barry Ken Mur- cliison Mrs Gloria Klerstcad Mr and Mrs Dave Beerman Mr and Mrs Hilton Mr and Mrs Fred Newell and Mr and Mrs Herman Poland The tabloid also ran pictures of the group prize winning float in the Santa Parade on November and named the people involved as Carol and Rick Baglnski Amy and Dave Carr Gerald and Clark Pauline and Ed Diamond Doug Ferguson Steve and and Bruce The short story also mentioned that the tractor and float were provided and driven by John Galbraith Also in this months issue was a story and picture on the firm local ball team Region concerned about Chers owner says will meet standards Appreciate papers coverage Sir With the New Year several weeks underway the Acton Chamber of Commerce would like to take time out to express its appreciation lo the Acton Free Press lis staff for its conscientious fort to keep our community aware of town accomplishments and plans The year saw many changes in As town citizens businesses and interest groups worked to make our area an active and healthy community Ihe Free Press made it possible for its readers lb be aware and informed A renewed sense of community involve ment and cooperation promises to make 1981 a year of progress for Acton Your Chamber of Commerce looks forward to improving past projects and to having an active membership it meets the lenge of a new year We extend our best wishes for a busy and successful year ahead a Janet Fleming Secretory Readers new boots stolen To Whom It May Concern This past Christmas I was fortunate enough lo receive a new pair of size nine Cougar Boots The other week I went to the Acton Med ical Centre and I left my now boots out in the hall When I came out my now boots weregone No It was not a mix up in pat ients boots ihey were taken from the Medical Centre I would appreciate It If the person who took my new boots could Just put them back In the Medicnl Centre COLD FEET regions health and social services com mitteo passed a motion last week expressing concern about Cher Rest Home Main St North The committee rejected last Tuesday a request from the owner of Chers Trypheno for a pur chase of service agree ment However the com mlttce went further and passed a motion staling that appropriate action be taken forthwith to notify Hills of our concern about the con dition of Cher Best Home Acton in that it has not compiled with requests to protect the health and welfare of Its occupants and that Halton Hills be advised support such private sector operations provided they comply with standards Actons regional councillor Dave Whiting explained En an Interview that a few years ago the region determined it didnt have enough facilities for the elderly It was decided to pur chase services from private rest homes throughout the region pay operators to house and feed senior citizens the region couldnt commodate However before starting this procedure broke ground In Ontario by establishing a set of standards rest homes which have purchase of service agreements with the region must meet Whiting noted In an interview Brian Chcrwoniak said they plan to go back to the region again and seek a purchase of service agreement because they will soon meet all region standards He expects a region supervisor will go to Ihe rest home Monday and Inspectors will then be called In Cherwonlak said Ihey have been working to make the requested by to meet region standards Eighty per cent of the requirements have now been met and by Monday they all will have been met He disputed the regions motion saying Ihey have not been disregarding the safety and welfare of heir residents said they feel the region Is applying its standards unevenly that the same set of standards arent applied to every rest home Many of Ihe standards which a nearly month old report from a regional official said t been met had been met by the time the committee reviewed the request for a purchase of service agreement last Tuesday In a report dated December 1980 regional social and family services ad ministrnlor Vivian outlined the reasons staff was urging committee reject going into a purchase of service agreement with Cher Heat Home His report stated The initial inquiry for an agreement was made Cher by Mr and Mrs in March 1980 The inquiry was acknowledged with In formation regarding the procedure along with a copy of the Rest Home Standards approved by Regional Council December forwarded In August Mrs Cherwonlak applied for an agreement Written Instructions were sent to her and arrangements made for he various necessary inspections and reportshealth fire building and hydro Reports were received from the Hills Building and Fire Departments indicating recommendations for improvement A site visit was completed by Mrs J Kirkwood Senior Supervisor to review the Standards for eligibility and the outstanding requirements Mr and Mrs Cherwonlak agreed to take necessary action Rest Home on Main St North for completion of the requests They indicated that the department should have all the reports by November Tho following remain outstanding hence staffs recommendation Hydro Hills Building Dept and Fire Regional Health Unit 4 Medical and Ray reports for all staff Canada Assistance Plan Form 198091 Operating Budget Whiting noted there is a big difference between nursing homes which are regulated by the province and rest homes which arent governed by any legislation Anyone can Just go and open a rest home he declared The region has established rest home standards but these standards apply only to those which have pur chase of service agreements with Whiting pointed out He observed municipalities are now looking at licencing and regulations for rest homes Inn said he believes Burlington has passed a bylaw and knows both Oakville and Halton Hills are working on a bylaw to govern rest homes Last year Councillor Terry urged licencing of all rest homes in and a draft bylaw is expected to be presented to councillors soon Whiting sold Mrs Cherwonlak discussed the matter with him and said she has two residents who havent paid for several months The operator said she wont evict the two elderly people but needs financial support from the region Whiting added nine seniors live at Chers and the oldest is Back issues 10 years ago Wednesday January A Mediterranean cruise Is being planned by high school students and their chaperoncs Marion Patterson and Keith Black Assured mall delivery is coming to Acton One day delivery is promised to major centres Carl Cayer has replaced Mrs Martlndale on the high school staff Peter Blake has taken over Mrs Marion Reeds classes since she broke her hip George Lee was again elected library board chairman with the same board members Rev Harry Dawson Fred New Ted Pratt and Mayor Mrs Isabel Watson informed the board library cir culation was slightly down with all three schools now having good libraries 20 years ago Thursday January 19 Triplet calves were born at the farm of O W Manea on Friday the i3lh A royal oak planted at Dublin school at the time of Ihe coronation In 1937 has been moved to front of the new School When Mrs George Wallace was teacher an acorn from Windsor Castle was planted to mark the coronation The tree grew well Lucky winner in the Acton Merchants draw this week was Mrs Lome The draw takes place every Saturday af ternoon at p m at the post office J Bert Wood secretary of the Chamber of Com announces the winners A 30th anniversary dinner was held at the Legion One of the highlights of the evening was the installation of the new officers under the team of E E George Musselle and with Gord Beatty sergeantatarms Max Storey began his second successive term as president with 1st vice Jordan 2nd J Milne secretary treasurer Gordon McCutcheon sergeant at Arms A Irwin Rev Stokreef recalled the liberation of Holland He Is a former memberof the Dutch underground 50 years ago Thursday January An unusual record has been established by Joseph Marsden a farmer Of a group of hogs graded 19 were selects and bacons a record which can be claimed by few breeders Another successful year was shown in the annual report of the Union Fanners Mutual Fire Insurance company Losses were 197 The annual report on water and hydro shows that there are domestic con commercial power and 18 rural Average consumption of water per inhabitant Is gallons The revenue from the sale of water amounted to Reports show 1930 the biggest year yet in the history of Acton Fair D D elected the new president The receipts were the largest on record amounting to 75 years ago Thursday January IB 1908 The new council Is getting down to business in real earnest and several knotty questions were up for discussion The over loaded condition of the power plant was referred lo when Ihe Park Committee asked that the new rink be wired Reeve Swackhamer held that the requests of citizens for current should have equal consideration The electriclal said that the lights requested for Ihe rink could not safely be added Merchants who bum lights unnecessarily on closed evenings will be asked to turn them off and the rink will be wired Reference was made to the long and loyal service of Mr Moore Clerk and Treasurer and his salary was increased by filly dollars per annum When he com his work 17 years ago the financial revenues of the corporation totalled Last year over passed through Mr Moores hands The voters lists have doubled and reports required trebled 100 years ago Thursday January 1881 A large number about 4S0 attended the debate Monday on Baptism between Revs H McDlarmid of Toronto and Wilkinson of the Melhodist Church here The committee decided not to allow ap plause from supporters After the meeting and during the next day the debate was the topic of conservation among ell parties On the following evening the attendance was even larger about when the subject was continued It was mutually decided to continue on Wednesday evening when the question was That baptism administered by sprinkling or pouring is performed A large number were present from surrounding villages and towns In cluding same reverend gentlemen Is expected the discussion will not be con eluded until next week It is useless for us to give an opinion as to which speaker has succeeded In making the largest number of points as every person has his own opinion