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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2014-06-11, Page 5Wednesday, June 11, 2014 • Huron Expositor 5 Celebrating times gone by The Seaforth Agriplex was hit with a blast from the past as former staff and students of Leadbury school, or SS#7, celebrated their reunion on June 7. The school, which closed in 1971, saw some students bussed to the Little School House in Walton, while the senior grades went to Seaforth Public school. Over 95 people attend, enjoying the time to socialize, share pictures, and refresh memories. The eldest stu- dent in attendance was Francis Fischer (McGavin) who said "it was a super idea to get everyone together". The eldest returning teacher was Lorraine Stephenson (Smith) who taught at the school 62 years ago. "We really felt that the afternoon was a tremendous success," said organizer Ray McNichol. "Folks exchanged emails, with photos soon to follow. We would recom- mend anyone to organize such a reunion, as it certainly proved to be a lot of fun." Whitney South, Huron Expositor Organizers Sharon Jeffery, Ray McNichol, Marg Lamont, Barb MacDonald, Neil McGavin and Joan Campbell (seated) IN THE YEARS AGONE Huron population drops by 16,000 June 7,1889 • The next meeting of the West Huron Teachers Association is to be held in Goderich during the week of the fair. The teachers will thus be enabled to slay two birds with one stone. • Mr. Beirnes, hotelkeeper in the village of Walton, a short time ago found a wild duck's nest containing eight eggs. He now has eight young wild ducks, which have been hatched by a hen and follow her as their mother. • Friday last, the day fixed for the foot- ball match between the American Cham- pion team of Fall River and the Seaforth players, was as unfavourable as it could be, there being a steady downpour of rain all day. The American team, however, put in an appearance and the match had to go on, although during its entire progress there was a heavy rain, and in many places the water was ankle deep on the grounds. This, of course, prevented any- thing like satisfactory play. The Ameri- cans, however, went in to win, and suc- ceeded in vanquishing our boys by four to nothing. • The first of a series of games for the lacrosse championship of the western district was played here on Tuesday last between St. Mary's and the Beavers of Seaforth. The afternoon happened to be fine and the match was witnessed by a large number of people, thus showing that interest in the national game still lives. The play was more interesting than the result would indicate to those who did not see it, for although the Beavers came out with four straights, St. Mary's made a solid resistance every time and there was a good deal of skillful playing on both sides. The Beavers have a strong team this season, and if they keep well together we shall be disappointed if they do not close the season with the champi- onship of the district. June 12 1914 • A cure for drunkenness within the reach of all - That alcoholism is a disease is now recognized by science. No man in his senses brings disgrace and ruin on himself and family through choice. Alcura stops the craving for drink, builds up the system, steadies the nerves. It is guaranteed to cure of benefit or money refunded after a fair trial. Alcura No. 1 can be given secretly by any wife or mother wanting to restore a dear one to health and usefulness. Alcura No. 2 is the voluntary treatment. Can be had at any store only $1 per box. - Alex Wil- son, Druggist, Seaforth, Ont. • The decrease in population in the County of Huron during the past 22 years was 16,191. By the census of 1891, the pop- ulation of this county was 66,781. By the assessors returns of 1913, the population was only 50,590, thus showing a decrease, as we have said, of over 16,000. The most of this decrease is in the rural districts. Why would this be? Huron is as fine an agricul- tural country as there is in the world. Unfortunately, also, the experience of Huron is the experience of most other counties in the province. There must be a screw loose somewhere when this is the case. Where is it, can anyone tell? June 9,1939 • Seaforth contributed its quota of those who brought Stratford's population to 75,000 on Tuesday when Their Majesties visited the city. • Billy Jack, 8 -year-old son of Rev. Hugh Jack and Mrs. Jack of Seaforth found every cloud has a silver lining on Tuesday. While standing with the Cubs in front of the offi- cial stand he was knocked down by the crowd just as interest in Their Majesties was at its height. A friendly Mountie saw his plight and picked him up and to ok him near the Queen, who spoke to him, asking his name and where he was from. The King looked on and smiled. Jack Weedmark, another Cub, was also addressed by the Queen. • The season's boxing and wrestling cards opened at the Palace Rink on Satur- day night when an enthusiastic crowd saw real action. The Dublin Costellos put on a real display at 65 pounds, the decision going to Nip Gordon Messenger and Pear- son Chesney at 90 pounds, provided one of the highlights of the evening, the decision going to the latter. Messenger immediately challenged any one under 100 pounds. June 4,1964 • Dogs running at large are becoming a problem in Tuckersmith, it was revealed at the township council meeting Tuesday night. Reeve Elgin Thompson reported an incident of two weeks ago when a dog killed 16 young rabbits, on the property of Ted Szwba, RR 2, Kippen. Other councilors recounted complaints they had received. • Mrs. Alex Campbell celebrated her 95th birthday at her home on High Street on Monday. • A fire that broke out around a chimney Monday evening caused extensive damage estimated at several thousand dollars, to the farm home of Mr. and Mrs. Con M. Eck- ert, a mile north of town. • Topnotch Feeds Limited, Seaforth, a subsidiary of James Richardson and Sons Limited, has entered into an agreement to purchase the grain elevators and facilities of Midlake Elevators Ltd. in St. Thomas, Port Stanley, Springfield, Dutton and Tulbury. • Construction of a new picnic pavilion at the Seaforth Lions Park is almost com- pleted, ready for the use of the hundreds of picnic groups who will use the park facili- ties. The pavilion, which is being erected by Frank Kling Ltd., will provide protection for picnic groups during rainy weather, as well as being available on occasions for dances and meetings. June 7, 1989 • The Huron County Board of Education and all school boards in the southwestern Ontario region have put together a race relations and multiculturalism network. The network comes on the heels of the county -wide professional development day on multiculturalism, which was offered in Exeter recently. • As Egmondville resident received an unexpected honour last week, during a provincial broomball banquet at Toronto's Ventura Inn. Norah Eckert, daughter of Bill and Clara Brown, wife of Stephen Eckert and mother to Steve Jr., Darrel and Tanya, received the All Ontario Coaches Award of the Year, for her involvement in Junior Broomball. • A full house participated Wednesday raised $4,974.50, which will go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation night, in Seaforth's annual Dance for Heart campaign.