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The Huron Expositor, 1975-09-11, Page 4"Boy, dat's wan big countree" was my bilingual thought as I winged across the Great Lakes, over the wild lake-and-rock terrain of Northwestern Ontario, and then high above the prairies, as I headed for the weekly newspaper convention in Saskatoon. That's about the essence of Canada. It's so big, so beautiful, and so varied that it's almost frightening. Perhaps only a well- traveled Russian could feel the sense of awe that I felt, after a brief look at just a small piece of this fantastic land of ours. In seven days 1 covered about 40,000 miles by almost every mode of transportation except ox-train, and I saw only the most veritable nook, the smallest cranny of this vast, fascinating country. It's quite an age. At 6.30 on one of those wickedly hot days for which the past summer has been notorious, I'm kissing my tearful wife goodbye. She was' crying because we were going to be separated for a whole week, and because I might fall among evil companions, which I did. At about 11:30 the same morning, with a couple of time changes thrown in, I'm walking into the Bessborough Hotel, some 1,500 miles away on a lovely, cool, Septemberish day. A week later, after a reunion (we were almost shy with each 'other) in a Toronto hotel, we are pounding up the three-lane highway in my old road-schooner, headed for home. The hours between the departure and the homecoming seemed to flash by, and yet I felt that I'd been away for a month, I'd seen so much and covered so much ground, not to mention air and water. I had eaten everything from those awful, frozen airline meals, where you almost rupture yourself trying to get the plastic top off the pat of butter, to haute cuisine, fowl stuffed with wild rice, to fresh pickerel fillets straight out of the frying pan at a shore dinner. I'd heard some good speeches. John Diefenhaker, on home ground, with no need to politic, is unbeatable as an entertainer. Otto Lang, also in his hoine province, gave me some assurance that at least one of our federal ministries is in cool hands. And most amazing of all was the high official from the postal service, standing up there and trying to tell weekly editors that we have a good postal service, 'and will have a great one. It's a wonder he wasn't stoned to death. But his homework had been done, and his footwork was excellent. He alibost convinced me. Essence of his message was to get that postal code on your mail. When it comes to holding a convention, those Saskatchewan weekly editors don't have to play second fiddle to anyone. This ,,convention was well organized, varied and colorful. It included a side tritf to the battlefield of Batoche, where Gabriel Dumont's metis took on the regular army, and gave it a bloody pose, during the Riehl Rebellion. Another exceptionally interesting evening Included a visit to Pionera. If you are ever in Saskatoon, don't Miss it. There is a complete reconstruction of a pioneer village, containing everything from a barber-shop to a bank. Along with this goes a huge exhibition of old machinery, used in the early days, and a display of handsome old automobiles that would make an antique car buff burst into tears of joy. Another colorful bit was the piping in of the colors at one of the banquets, and their formal presentation to the new President, Ernie Neufeld of Weyburn, Sask. And as an added fillip, there was a post-convention fishing trip into Northern Saskatchewan, one of the greatest fishing areas of the world. More about that later. For me, the best part of the convention was meeting old friends and making new ones. To the old ones, I am here to testify that you never looked better. To the new ones ,1 can only say there are some mighty nice people in this country, and you are among them. One thing that warmed my heart was the number of families in which the children are involved in their parents' newspapers. In this age, most young people, for some reason, spurn the occupation of their parents, and Want to strike out on their own. This is understandable. But the number of second, and even third- generation people sticking with, the business shows that running a weekly newspaper still holds a lot of attraction for young, bright people. Some of them are the Derksens of Estevan, the Cadogans of New Brunswick, the Dills of Milton, the McConnells of Tilbury. There are many others. On the other 'side of the coin, of course, weekly editors and their wives are just like other people. Some or their" offspring disturb them deeply. I must have anational reputation as an expert on "rotten kids," because I had both ears bent badly out of shape by mothers and fathers who would corner me and tell me, almost in tears, of the latest "terrible" things their youngsters were up to. After my own experience in raising kids, nothing can even raise one of my eyebrows, but I hope I brought some comfort to the afflicted. Don't worry, chaps. Your kids will turn out all right, or all wrong, or somewhere in the middle, like most of us, and there's not a darn thing you can do about it, except to bite off the umbilical cord. A good convention. And next year it's off to Halifax and into the sea food. Already I can feel the juices dripping down my chin. by Bill Smiley Kids Leaving for College? 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Laing W.M.S. Mrs. M. Lamond was hostess and presided for the September meeting, opening it with a reading. Hymn 508 "All the way my Saviour leads me" was sung The scripture reading, Matt. 13: 3-9, was read in unison followed by,•the meditation and prayer by Mrs. Lamond.The. last chapter of the study book was presented by Mrs. T.L.Scott, assisted by Mrs. Lamond, Mrs. C. Douglas, Mrs. C. McKaig, Mrs.M. Dow and Mrs.Grace Scott. The roll call was answered by seven members and one visitor giving a language into which the Bible has been translated. The W.M.S.Thanksgiving meeting will be held in the church on October 2 with Mrs. Wilfred Carr, the Presbyterial visitor, as a guest.The film strip, .the Least Cain will be shown. The topic, Bible Society News, was taken by Mrs. Lamond and current events were given by everyone. Hymn 73, To God Be the Glory, was sung and the Lord's Prayer in unison closed the meeting. 4-H Bonnie Morris was named president of Staffa No. 2 Homemaking Club for the project "A Touch of Stitchery" at their first meeting at the home of Mrs. Charles Douglas. Other officers elected were vice-pres. - Karen Miller, Secretary - Jeanna Elliott, Assistant - Sally VanLanduyt, Press reporter - Margaret Laing, Te lephone Kiln Marsden, Kathy Douglas, Karen Miller; Book covers - Karen Miller, Betty Anne Miller, Pam Wallace; Achievement Day demonstrators - Sally Van Landuyt, Bonnie Norris, Jeana Elliott; Posters - Kathy Douglas, Margaret Laing, Cheryl Riley. Mrs. Douglas read the requirements for the club, and how to set up your record book. Mrs. John Wallace showed a sample of the Learning Stitches article that has to be made. The girls must also do a free choice article. • Marion Ritchie For their August meeting, the Marian Ritchie Evening Auxiliary entertained the residents of Kilbarchan Nursing Home, Seaforth. Mrs. Larry Gardiner presided for the progr am which was based on the theme "Love". Following the opening hymn, "Jes Loves Me", Mrs. Duncan Scott read the scripture from ' Corinthians 13, yid gave the meditation on love. Mrs. John Templeman led in. prayer. The roll call, Love, wd answered by seven members nd several guests. Mrs. Th os. L. Scott entertained with a solo, "On the Wings of a Dove" accompanying herself on the autoharp. Shirley Miller, Nancy Scott, and Barbara Templeman sang "Bring Them In" and "Let the Sunshine In". Karen and Shirley Miller step- danced accompanied by Nelson Howe on the violin and Eva Laing on the piano. Readings Were given by Mrs. Carter Kerslake, Mrs. Lorne Elliott and Mrs. Norman Harburn. Between the meeting and lunch Mrs. Gordon Laing entertained with a Scottish medley on the accordion. Following lunch, Miss Mabel Turnbull, spoke a few words of appreciation on behalf of the residents. Ball Ends The men's softball league closed their season with a tournament on Saturday. Fullarton men, who were in the league for the first time this year, captured the trophy by defeating Cromarty 22 - 12 in the final game on Satur day night. In the afternoon games, Cromarty had defeated Roys and Fullarton eliminated Staffa. Sunday night's game of slow pitch saw Dublin Under bow to the local Twin City Bombers by a score of 29 to 9. Personals. Mr. and M.ts . John Jefferson and family, Sault Ste Marie, holidayed with Mrs. John Jefferson and other CromaEty relatives. Congratulations to George Douglas on winning the grand champion livestock showman award at the 4-H Achievement Day at Mitchell Fair. Lorraine Laing, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Laing began her course in journalism at Conestoga College this week. Nancy Allen, daug hter of Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Allen has registered at Fanshawe College for the fall term. Mrs. Robert Laing returned home from hospital on Friday. Beginners in the Kindergarten at Upper Thames School in Mitchell included Lisa Gardiner, Paula Robson and Scott McLean. Mark Cronin entered Kinder- garten at Dublin Separate School. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Moore of Lindsay spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Thos. L. Scbtt. Visitors at the Scott home last week were Mr. and %frs. Nelson Palmer, and Mr. and Mrs. Wilbert Worsley and Eleanor, all of the Lindsay area. Rally Day awards at Cromarty Awards for attendance were presented at the annual Rally Sunday service. Receiving certificates for 1st year attendance were Wanda Martyn, Th omas Laing, and Lisa Gardiner. The following seals were also earned: 2nd. yr . - Dennis Elliott, Shiela Riley; 3rd yr.- Steven Gardiner; 6th yr. - Barbara and Richard Templeman; 8th yr. - Betty Anne Miller; 10th yr. Nancy and Terry Templeman; 11th yr. - Andrew Laing; 13th yr. - Margaret Laing; 15th yr. - Mary Jane Templeman. The Junior Choir sang "Go, Tell it on the Mountain" as an anthem. Every week more and more people discover what mighty jobs are accomplished by low cost Huron Expositor Want Ads. Dial 527-0240. Correspondent Mrs. Mary Merner Mr, and Mrs. Paul Southgate and Jennifer spent the weekend visiting with Mr. glut Mrs, Steven Sproule and Jeremy of Kitchener. Mr.David Szusz and Tracy of Leamington visited on Friday with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Szusz, Rodney, Randy and Robynne. Mr. and Mrs. Don Buchanan, Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Buchanan of llderton attended the 115th anniversary church service held at the Chiselhurst 'Church on Sunday. They also visited at Huronview with Mr.Alfred ;Buchanan and Mrs. Buchanan who ik a patient in Clintn Public Hospital. Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs, John Thompson, Jim, Sheila, Sharon and Bob were Mr. and Mrs. Terrence Hunter of Colborne TownShip, Mrs. Hazel Bennett of Detroit, Michigan. Mr. and Mrs. Doug Whyte and Lori of,Glen Orchard were Sunday visitors with his father Mr. Harold Whyte and Mrs. W. L. Whyte, Tom and Bill. Mr. Ely Szusz of Windsor visited on Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Szusz, Rodney, Randy and Robynne, Mr.Ely Szusz, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Szusz attended .the wedding and reception on Saturday of Robert Szusz of Blyth and Marsha McNall of Londesboro 'held in the Blyth United Church. Mr. and Mrs. Martin Van Bommell, Christopher, David and Mark of Dorchester were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Marris Bos; Steven, Sharon, Kenny and Michael. Mr. and Mrs.Bruce Johnston of Kitchener visited on Sunday with Mr. Jack Medd and Kerri. Mrs. Bertha Roberts of Brigus, Newfoundland, arrived on Sunday via Toronto airport to spend the next week visiting with her niece and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Szusz, Rodney, Randy and Robynne. Mr. and Mrs. Theron Betties of Clinton visited on Monday afternoon with Mrs. 'George McLlwain. NOTICE hi Archie regrets that the price in his ad in the Vanas k s tra Recreation Boo let were incorrect. The ad hould have read — POP SHOPPE 12-30 OZ. BOTTLES $2.99 PLUS DEPOSIT Staffa Nifty Needlers meet covers was chosen. Ruth Harburn demonstrated the back stitch, which all the girls prActised. The leaders then reviewed colour harmony. The meeting was then adjourned. Ruth Jeffery, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Jeffery, Paul Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Miller and Ernest Dow, son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman Dow, are all enrolled at the University of Guelph and began classes this week. , Mr. and Mrs. John Templeman visited Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Cole and family. Mrs. Ernest Willard, Exeter visited on the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. John Miller and family. On Sunday they all attended a family gathering at Grims by to transfer designs to the fabric. honouring Mrs. L Kydd on her The design for the club's book'90th birthday. Correspondent Mrs. John Templeman The second meeting of the Staffa Nifty Needlers was held at the home of Mrs, Spencer Jeffery on Saturday, September 6, at 9:30 a .m. The meeting was opened with the 4H pledge followed by the Secretarys' report. The roll call, which was the "Learning Stitches article I have chosen and why, was answered by 10 girls. The next meeting will be Saturday, September 12, at Mrs. George Vivian's. Karen Mahon demon- strated how to pull thread from a skein and thread a needle. She also showed how to start and finish thread. Mrs. Jeffery then explained how to cut out the learning stitches 'article and• cut- ting pattern. She discussed how