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Terrace Bay News, 27 Jan 1972, p. 13

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JANUARY 27, 1972 TERRACE BAY NEWS PAGE 12 Council Quotes - cont'd from page 12 ..... new post office, bank and township garage as well as the liquor outlet. He felt the proposed new trailer court will be a stimulant, and the town should co- operate, and possibly promote the setting aside of a | street in the north end where lots can be purchased for the accommodation of new citizens wishing to live in trailers. He felt the planned pavement program should be carried out with professional help and suggested the present downtown sewers be retained as storm sewers in the event of excessive water or flood conditions. Council should promote an indepen- dent developer for a laundromat, try to secure new quarters for the public library, and a centre for senior citizens. Re-building the road from Schreiber to the Lake Superior beach, just east of town, he felt would be an additional attraction for tourists, since so many inquire how to reach the Lake which seems so near Schreiber. Referring to the recreation committee, he suggested a co-ordinating secretary to make the budget extend farther, and, the possibility of a tennis court under the present winter works program. Mr. Fischer said when considering sidewalk improv- ements, a looping of several watermains should be given priority. He expressed appreciation to the town crew for their services. Schreiber's fire dept., he said, is one of the best in Northwestern Ontario, with their new fire truck, and good second standby vehicle. Mr. Caccamo was in favour of most of the proposed work, saying that it seemed obvious that last year's good season in the town's interest had been largely achieved by frank speaking and serious consideration of suggestions by various members, with of course harmonious relations in working with each other. Mr. Harness stated the Assistant District Municipal Engineer and Roads Engineer will be in Schreiber on a roads' inspection and council will have an opportun+ ity to discuss several problems with them. Jack Stokes, MPP has urged mail delivery at residences for Northwestern Ontario. He also mentioned the greatly improved operation of snow machines within the town. Standing committees were named as follows: - Finance, F.V. Harness, R.B. Spadoni; Property ,H.H Fischer, J.S. Caccamo; Roads and bridges, F.V. Harness, J.S. Caccamo; Water, sewers, H.J. McPar- land, R.B. Spadoni; Fire Department, J.S. Caccamo; Police, F.V. Harness; Building Inspector, H.H. Fischer; Hydro representative, F.V. Harness; Children's Aid Representative - H.H. McParland. Word was received that the Terrace Bay appeal, garding the equalization report for apportionment 1971 costs for the district home for the ages had be: granted by the Ontario Municipal Board. In response to a request, Schreiber council agree to co-sponsor a luncheon with Manitouwadge, Marathon and Terrace Bay at the Thunder Bay Mun- icipal League convention on April 7-8. John Scott, Northern Affairs Office, sent his scheduled list of visits to Schreiber during the first quarter of 1972. After studying information literature it was de- cided to purchase a standby chlorinator and pump for the town water supply. Water works bill amounting to $616.97 and Gen eral accounts of $2634.39 were passed for payment Reeve Harness and Mrs. M. Zombori, town cler} were empowered fo select and buy the most suitabl. insurance coverable for the reeve and councillors. Mr. McParland reported that a letter has been directed to Northern Affairs office as a follow-up on correspondence re the proposed road the Lake Superior beach adjacent to Schreiber. Proposed changes in traffic signs are a crosswalk at Columbia and Winnipeg. No left turn at the en of Drummond St. where it intersectcs with Main St and Walker Lake Road, and stop, except on right turn on Winnipeg and Scotia in the centre of the town where the Corner Store is the hub. The lowest tender, submitted by Gulf Canada, for supply of township oil and fuel, was accepted. Thunder Bay city will be asked to give Schreibe a copy of their by/law prohibiting dumping of snov on public thorough fares MRS. SULLY BURIED IN SCHREIBER The funeral of the late Mrs. Agnes Sully, whose death occurred on January 12, was conducted on January 15, by the Rev. E.C, Prinselaar in St. Andrew's United Church in Schreiber. Mrs. Geor Lengyel was the organist. The pall bearers were Harry Tymko, William Schelling, Donald McCouan, Leonard Hiller, Ne Ross and ( : Birch. Interment was in Schreiber cemetery. Prior to the church service members of Ruby Rebekah Lodge, of which Mrs. Sully was a charte member and past Noble Grand, held their funeral service, and formed a guard of honour. continued page 14 ......

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