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Three of four trustees say they'll run Midland's trustee on Simcoe County Board of Education, John McCullough, says it is "most unlikely" he will seek re-election to the school board later this year. As the founding chairman of the board, McCullough has served as trustee for the past 12 years. Prior to that he sat on the old Midland Public School Board for the total of six years. McCullough termed the past two years as "difficult ones" citing "the interference and all the politics con- nected with the proposed new French high school for Penetanguishene."' The Midland trustee said he was accustomed to political upheavals but the past two years $2 Washoe most frustrating." Meanwhile Peneta- nguishene's trustee Alvin Gravelle says he'll seek another term. He has been con- nected with SCBE for the past 12 years and before that he spent a year on the _ old Penetanguishene Public School Board. Gravelle classed the past two years also as being ""very difficult" and said he hoped the next term would go smoother, if he was again elected. He too cited "the French high school issue' and declining enrolment as major concerns that has Seeking re-election? Penetang council is polled by Ken Regan It would appear that with municipal elections still two months away, the majority of Penetanguishene's municipal leaders are taking a cautious ap- proach to whether or not they will run for office again. Mayor Gil Robillard, when questioned about the possibility, said he was looking things over, but had not arrived at any definite conclusions yet. He stated, "Quite likely I will, but there could be reasons I'd change my mind."' When questioned on the matter Reeve Art Stewart suggested it was somewhat early for 'election fever." He did say however' he was "'thinking about it."' When asked if he was seriously thinking about it, he replied, 'Seriously,' adding "most likely,' to his response. Deputy Reeve Frances St Amant commented that she was "seriously thinking about" running for re- election in November. When the question of running again in November was put to members of Penetanguishene coun- cil, only Councillor Ray Baker provided a definite "yes" response. Others like Ken Tannahill said they were undecided as yet. Tannahill explained that he wishes to see what was going to take place politically within the municipality but emphasized 'I haven't made up my mind yet." Councillor Clarence Lomas responded Additional trustee for Ward Three separate school Separate School Supporters in Tiny Towoaxrs hp and Penetanguishene will in future have three rather than two _ trustees representing them on the 16 member Simcoe County Separate School Board. Sixteen members sit on the board, says Tiny Township Clerk Guy Maurice, Distribution of the 16 trustees among 13 wards is decided ac- cording to the ruling of the Separate Schools Act, he said. Maurice headed a committee composed of himself and the clerks of the townships of Adjala and Bradford. It was directed to review the arrangement as set in 1976. The number of trustees for Wards 1 and 2, Barrie and Orillia, is arrived at through a formula that gives Barrie one member, down from two mem- bers, and Orillia one member, he said. The trustee that Barrie lost was given to tiny Township Penetanguishene (Ward 3) Maurice said, because of their high separate residential and farm assessment, and because of the new separate school boards in Penetanguishene. similarly, stating '"'I haven't made up my mind yet. I haven't even thought about it." More positive Council member Ron Bellisle was somewhat more positive about his intentions, saying that he was definitely con- sidering running and Councillor Robert Klug, though taking a more cautious stance did say "T've enjoyed my part, (that I've) played in the last two years," yet he added he was not ready to commit himself fully until seeing what others were about to do. When asked whether he was considering running for re-election, Councillor Lionel Dion provided a very in- teresting reply. Dion said, "Certainly I intend to fill the nomination papers." But, he added, "I will decide at the 11th hour."' Dion also stated he would be assessing the situation on a daily basis and mentioning that the French school issue would likely be a major campaign issue, he said he was con- cerned about what the issue might do to the community. Fall fair time again It's fall fair time again in North Simcoe and one of the biggest fairs will roll into high gear tomorrow with '"'preparation day" in Midland. Tiny-Tay Agricultural Society's annual fall fair in Midland promises to be one of the biggest and best yet The fair in Midland which got its start more than a century ago, is one of the oldest fairs of its kind in Ontario. Friday, things really get rolling with the school children's parade at 1 p.m. Leaving from the town docks the parade will move up King Street to Yonge, from Yonge to Frederick and into the fair grounds where prizes will be awarded to the best costumes, best decorated bikes and wagon and hest school mar- ching un't, Then fur the nex: two days it is to be fall fair fun complete with a midway, selection of Miss Midland Fair and lots more. Weather permitting, literally thousands of people of all ages should be making at least one visit to the fair this week. Aside from activity out on the fair grounds, the local arena will house displays and demonstrations with special programs set for both Friday and Saturday nights. Page 6, Wednesday, September 10, 1980 required a great deal of time. "It would be cowardly to walk out now. There's just too much up in the air...so yes I'll seek re- election."' Lloyd LaPlume, one Flag wavers of two Midland residents who serve on the Simcoe County Roman Catholic Separate School Board plans to seek office again. He has been on the RC September is Arthritis month, and a flag raising was held to mark the occasion at the Midland Library, Friday, with several notables in at- tendance. From left to right are Mary Gibson, MIDLAND FAIR SEPT. 12 & 13 9 a.m. 12 noon 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. board for the past 12 years and prior to that had been a member of the old Midland Separate School Board for about a dozen years. And Midland's Mary Jo Quilty says she'll volunteer; Evelyn Walker, local president of the Roy Cunningham, arthritis society; Fred Hacker, honorary chairman; and Moreland Lynn, Midland Mayor. seek yel another term on the RC board. First elected to SCRCSSB in 1972, Mrs. Quilty has also served on St. Theresa's Private High School Board since 1968. Friday, September 12 - Judging of all exhibits - Grounds open to the public Parade (Bands-Fancy Dress-Floats) - Achievement Day (Vasey 4H Club) Commercial Pony Show 8 p.m. - 9 p.m. - Pie Miss Fair competition Saturday, September 13 Grounds open to the public 9:30 a.m. - Saddle Horse Show (Western and English) 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. - Horse Pulling Contest 8 p.m. - FAIR GROUNDS LITTLE LAKE PARK Admission *1.50 Students .75* PUBLIC AND SEPARATE SIUDENTS FREE Fashion Show- Joy Turner Exclusive designs by 'Chandelle"' - Judging of Dairy and Beef Cattle, Sheep, Swine and Heavy Horses 2 p.m. - Demonstration of Dog Grooming-Huronia Kennel Club Harvie and the Harvesters (Dance and Country Music) treasurer; ee ae a al