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CLINTON, ONTARIO — THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1970 E 105th YEAR No. 36 SECONO SECTION
Bluth Fair
It may not be the biggest fair in the country, but to those who
were a part of the Blyth Fall Fair on Saturday, it was a lot of fun.
Despite threatening weather, many people showed up to view the
handicrafts of the women and watch the 4-H competition.
For the children, there were games of chance and rides on the
"Toonerville Trolley."
And for racing fans, there were the pony races on the quarter
mile track.
And according to organizers, the whole show was a success.
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Sometimes being a 441 member can be tough, especially when
the calf decides he doesn't want any part of being shown.
With salesgirls like this, who could possibly resist buying a
ticket on the draw? Jerry's Toonerville Trolley ferried children around the grounds Saturday at the tnytn tam
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One youthful fairgoer examins an exhibit of particular
interest to her.
A good calf takes a lot of care and this 4-H youngster plans to
have his in top shape.
Exhibits of women's crafts, sewing and cooking drew wide interest among the women at the show.
It looks like old times with the fine women's Work of quilts contrasts with the rough texture of
the old beams of the show barn. Down front are rich garden products.
rred Meir of RR 4, Brussels, holds the first place ribbon for
his grand champion calf.
Out on the grounds a game operator spins the wheel While a young customer watches closely to
make sure i.'s all honest,