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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1974-06-13, Page 3Do you remember? BY 10E4 HANDS (AP port of Clinton's OPeerning Centennial celebrations next yecir, labez Rands of Clinton is writing a weekly column on the history Of the Town , Do you remember when the Town bell was sounded regularly? - In 1870, the Town built a Town Hall about where the present Libra.ry is situated, This building was built as market building with stalls in it for people to set up shop and sell their produce, There were several butcher shops in it at one time. In 1875, the Town bought a nice new town bell and had it elevated to its place in the cubalo in the Town Hall. The following advertisement was in the Town paper: "Town bell ringer wanted. Written applications for the office of bell ringer will be received up to noon the 26th day of June. Salary to be at the rate of $80 per annum, the bell to be rung six times a day, three minutes each time- J.S. Nelles, Town Clerk, Clinton June 15, 1875." William 'Foster became the bell ringer and rang the bell at 6 and 7 a,m.; 12 noon and 1 p.m,; and 6 and 7 pm. On November 24th, 1879, a fire started in a number of frame stores and sheds on Albert Street where the Beaver, block is now, south of the present Town Hall, The wind was in the wrong direction and burning pieces of shingles eta, were blown onto the Town Hall roof setting it on fire, W.J. Paisley was on the Town Hall roof trying to put the fires out, but at this point, they ran out of water and the Town Hall burned to the ground, After the ashes had cooled, they found the Town bell, melted into a heap of metal. During this time, there was two other men who acted as bell ringers, .James Sheppard and John Wheatley, The fire left the town withotit a bell to ring at the proper times so the citizens would know what time it was and also left them without a fire alarm, The Clinton council at that time made arrangements with St. Paul's Anglican Church for the use of their bell for a time and later the town also used the public school bell. They also set up a triangle in front of Market Square where one had to climb a ladder to hammer it in case of fire. This did not work out too *satisfactory, so they made arrangements with Fair's Mill that in the case of fire, the mill's whistle could be sounded. The council soon started to work on getting plans for a new Town Hall and after a great deal of bickering and petitions about where to put the new building, the new Town Hall was begun in early June of 1880. It is still in use. The new town bell seemed to come in the contract and as , the building was being constructed, the bell was hoisted up to its place and built into the building. The town was given permission by the contractor to use the bell before the building was even finished. So, John Wheatly took over his duties again as bell ringer in the later part of October 1880. The bell was manufactured by a com- pany in Troy, New York and weighed about 1,300 pounds and cost about $500 new. In my early days, it was Police Chief Joseph Wheatley and night Constable Robert Welsh who rang the bell. At that time, I believe, it was rung for a minute and a half, but it was pulled in even, slow motions so you really heard the full tone of the bell. In the following years it was the duty of the Town policemen to ring the bell. During World War II, when a large number of people were living on Main Street, the ringing of the bell at 6 a.m. was stopped as it woke the citizens too early, and soon after, the 7 a.m. ringing was also halted. Eventually, when there was a full time caretaker at the Town Hall, the bell was only rung at 12 noon and 1 p.m. In the mid-1960s, the ,bell ,ringing—was—ceased altogether becauSe the, pol ice were' (0<) busy t el sewhi,ere, and there was nOt a full time' caretaker„ At one time, the bell was always rung on New Year's Eve to ring out the old year and ring in the new, The bell can still be rung the regular way or used as a fire bell. The fire bell hammer is kept in readiness in case the fire siren does not operate. photo by Jack Doerr VAN BAAREN—YOUNG NEED To KNOW SOMETHING ABOUT YOUR NEW COMMUNITY? Call 940afet Phone 482.,7 069 Our hostess will bring gifts and greetings, along with helpful community information, A word to the wise When it cornea to hot water; using it wisely—hot wastefully makes good sense. your hydr0 Over 250 Monuments on Sale WITH A VARIETY OF COLORS, STYLES AND SHAPES TO CHOOSE FROM MANY NEW THIS YEAR. Whether it's a MONUMENT.• MARKER • INSCRIPTION You are remembering a loved one. LET T. PRYDE IL SON LTD. HELP YOU DECIDE ON YOUR MEMORIAL REQUIREMENTS IN CUNTON Clarence Denomme BUS. 432-9505 VISIT 17 ALBERT ST. RES, 4824004 leseseemammaisiormlaimemar HURON MEN'S CHAPEL AUBURN 8:00 P.M. DR. LEE CLARK Medical Doctor from Wingham wilt speak. PLUS SPECIAL MUSIC Dr, WM. Fitch coming June 30 EVIL PREVAILS WHEN GOOD MEN DO NOTHING Bethel Reformed Church in Exeter was decorated with bouquets of yellow and white gladiolas and daisies for the May 17th wedding of Maria Arina Van Baaren of Salmon Arm, B.C., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Van Baaren of Londesboro, and Nicholas Markham Young of Salmon Arm, B.C. Rev. Henry Van Essen of- ficiated at the double ring ceremony, while Mr. C. Van Arkel played the organ. The bride was dressed in a floor-length gown of rayon organza which featured a self train and long sleeves and a floor-length veil. She carried a bouquet of yellow roses, stephanotis and ivy. BY MURIEL TROTT Most Rev. Gerald Emmett. Carter, D.D.L.L,D., Bishop of the Diocese of London, ad- Ministered the sacrament of Confirmation in St. Joseph's Church, Clinton on , Tuesday evening (June 4) to 45 can- didates from Clinton and its mission church, St. Michael's, Blyth. Bishop Carter was assisted in' celebration ,of, Maes by, the pastor of the chnrch, Rev, D. J. McMaster, and Rev. J. G. Mooney, Our Lady of Mt. Car- mel Church, Mount Carmel. Present in the sanctuary was the Bishop's secretary, Rev. Mrs. Audrey Boonostoppel of Breslau was the matron of honor and she was dressed in a floor-length gown of floral Swiss dot with yellow underlay. She carried a bouquet of yellow and white daisies. The attendant was ' Miss Julia Van Baaren of Lon- desboro, sister of the bride and she was dressed similarly to the matron of honor. The groomsman was Hans Boonstoppel of Breslau, and the usher was Jack van Baaren of Londesboro, brother of the bride. Following the wedding, a reception was held at the ExeterCurling Club. The couple are residing in Salmon Arm, British Columbia. Joseph Snyder, London. Lay readers for the Mass were Elizabeth Boon, ,RR 2, Bayfield, and William Hallahan, Blyth. Eugene Bradley was at the organ and accompanied the combined choirs from Clinton and Blyth directed by Clarence Denomme. r,A social hour followed, in the parish hall which afforded - members of both congregations the opportunity to meet their Bishop. Candidates who werd confir- med from Clinton were:—Carl Boon, Margaret Boon, Jackie Brand, Peter Brand, Michelle Corbett, Michelle Denomme, Anne Flynn, Francis Flynn, Janice Klaver, Mary Ann Klaver, Stephen Flynn, Wayne Ducharme, James Livingstone, Patrick Livingstone, Vicky Merner, Elaine Merner, Chris Middleton, Randy Middleton, Pat McMahon, Joe McMahon, Kathleen Phillips, Brenda Priestap, Doris Heine', Gary Heipel, Kathleen Hill, Michelle Smith, Lorraine York, Cathy Anstett, Nettie Hearn; from Blyth:—Andrew Bettye, Christina Battye, Mark Bettye, Catherine Cronin, Mary Cronin, Clarence De Jong, Mary Heffron, Grace Kelly, Elizabeth Konarski, Danny Lammerant, Karen Middegaal, Andre Phelan, Joanne Phelan, Philip Street, Linda Van Dongen, Mrs. Yvonne Cronin. DECORATION DAY at -BAIRD'S CEMETRY Sunday, June 23, 1974 at 2 p.m. 24b A number of residents atten- ded the Clinton Spring Fair on Saturday and everyone at the Home are very proud of the fact that the Horonview float won second prize in the parade, A ,special thanks to those on the staff who gave of their time and talents in preparing it, Mrs. Nellie Welsh, Norman Speir and Jerry Collins provided the old tyme music for Monday's activities. Two new residents were welcomed to the home, Mrs. Buchanan and Mrs. McNee. The weather was ideal on Monday evening for the. Spring Drive sponsored by the Exeter United Church men, One hun- dred residents were taken for a two hour drive through the country which they all enjoyed very much. Students from the Exeter High School presented a .program, "This Side Of Paradise” in the auditorium on Tuesday afternoon arranged by Mrs. Pat Quigley. The theme of the program was taken from the 20's with costumes, music and dances such as the Charlston related to that era. Mary Van Camp thanked the students on behalf of the Residents. The Blossom Tea and bake sale sponsored by the Huron- view Auxiliary was well atten- ded on Wednesday afternoon and was opened by Rev. Wit-, tick of Blyth. Two hundred senior mem- bers of North Street United Church of Goderich, which in- cludes several from the home, were honored by their congregation on Thursday af- ternoon. Following a drive through the country supper was served at the United Church summer camp. The residents enjoyed an hour of organ melodies on Thursday afternoon with Ed Stiles, of Goderich, at the con- sole and vocal solos by Mrs. Rogers. Marie Flynn of Clinton arranged a variety program for ".Family Night" with Harold Black emcee for the evening. There were instrumentals by Marie Flynn, Jim and Patrick Murray, Harold Gary Black, Norrnan, Ken and Sandra ,Dale; with atep dancing by Dawn and Debbie Flynn. Mrs. McMichael thanked the enter- tainers, on behalf of the residents. The residents of Huronview, along with other senior citizens of Ontario, will celebrate Senior Citizens' Week from June 16 to 22. The event has been endorsed by the ministry of Community and Social Ser- vices as part of the program for Homes for the Aged. The Committee of Management. of Huronview has declared open house for the week, and invites all senior citizens' clubs, or any citizen over 60, to come and join in the programs.' For this week only, the dining room will be open to visitors and volunteers at a nominal charge and supper will be provided the day of the pic- nic, It would be .appreciated if clubs or individuals who are planning to sty for meals would let us know in advance, Following a schedule of ac- tivities: A special church service will be held in the auditorium on. Sunday morning, .June 16, with the choir of Wesley, Willis Church providing the music, Our Chaplain, Rev. W, McWhinnie, will be in charge of the service. In, the evening there will be a band concert, weather permitting. Monday afternoon there will be old tyme music and dancing in the auditorium, Goderich Senior Citizens' Club will join with the Huronview residents in the activities and will'assist with the music. Tuesday afternoon, Rev. George Youmatoff, Rector of Bayfieid and Middleton Anglican Churches, and for- merly Padre of C,F.B., Clinton, will lead a sing-song in the auditorium. Rev. Youmatoff is well-known to most of the residents of HuronvieW because of the great interest he took in Huronview during the years he was stationed at the base. Wednesdaty, the annual Huronview picnic will be held on the grounds, weather per- mitting, or in the auditorium, if the weatherman does not cooperate. There will be games, races, etc., commencing at 2 p.m, Huron County Museum will have their display van here for the day. Thursday afternoon there will be organ music in the auditorium by Ed. Stiles. The Senior Citizens' Clubs of Bayfield and Exeter will put on a variety program for Family Night (Thursday evening, 7 p.m.) These same clubs provided the Family Night program during Senior Citizens' Week last year and it was really enjoyed by everyone. Friday is always Bingo day at Huronview, but for this week, we hope to have many 'outside' seniors with us. The games will be held in the auditorium with some real prizes, instead of the usual chocolate bars, etc. Brussels' Senior Citizens will join our residents for the afternoon On Saturday, June 2'2nd, there wilt be table games in the auditorium (progressive euchre, bridge, 500, etc.). Seaforth Happy Citizens' Club will spon- sor this activity. UCW sees TV station Over 40 members and visitors of the afternoon unit of the UCW of Ont. St. Church en- joyed a bus trip to Wingham on June 4. They were taken on a conducted tour of the radio and television station, which they found to be very informative. On their return to the church, a short business period was conducted and lunch was ser- ved by Mrs. Forbes group. .C1.4 f NTON NEWS-RECORD, THURSDAY, NNE 13,. 1974,3 CHURL ALL SERVICES ON DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ONTARIO STREET UNITED CHURCH I ..4. "THE FRIENDLY CHURCH" fr MINISTER: LAWRENCE S. um*, 9.A., &Th. • ORGANIST AND CHOIR DIRECTOR; MRS DORIS McKIIKEY, A. MUS. . . SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 1974 9:45 a,m, Sunday School 11:00 a.m. 103rd SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNIVERSARY Service and Nursery Special Musical Service by the Sunday School The Brucefield Centennial Senior Choir will provide several vocal numbers with instrumental accompaniment Everyone Welcome WESLEY-MUM UNITED CHURCH "THE CHURCH THAT CARES" 1 PEOPLE SERVING GOD THROUGH SERVING PEOPLq MINISTER: JOHN S. OESTREICHER, B.A., B.R.E. 'ORGANIST: MISS CATHARINE. POTTER CHOIR DIRECTOR: MRS. WM. HEARN SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 1974 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion and Promotion Sunday SERMON "THE BREAD OF LIFE" • Music by the three choirs 11 :00 CM, Sunday School and Nursery HOLMESVILLE UNITED CHURCH .•• 9:45 a.m. Worship Service and Sunday School SERMON: "THE BREAD OF LIFE" CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, Clinton 4 263 Princess Street Pastor Alvin Beukema, B.A., S.D. Services: 10:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. (On 3rd Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Dutch Service at 11:00 a.m.) The Church of the "Back to God" Hour every Sunday 4:30 p.m. CHLO EVERYONE WELCOME ST. JOSEPH'S CHURCH 123 James St. Clinton ST. MICHAEL'S MISSION.,oryth 4U ./ . ....1 ': Pij: McMASTERI'p.P. MASSES: 8:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. Sunday - Blyth 11:00 a.m. Sunday - Clinton Religious instruction- Thursday afternoons (unless otherwise announced) St. Joseph's, Clinton. — BAYFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH "EVERYONE OF US SHALL GIVE AN ACCOUNT OF HIMSELF TO GOD" — ROM. 14:12 PASTOR: REV. L. V. BIGELOW 10:00 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:00 a.m. MORNING WORSHIP 7:30 p.m. EVENING WORSHIP 8:00 p.m. FRIDAY WEDNESDAY 8 p.m. PRAYER MEETING YOUNG EVERYONE WELCOME PEOPLE'S MEETING ST. PAUL'S ANGLICAN CHURCH SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 1974 TRINITY I 11:30 a.m. MATINS Sunday School FELLOWSHIP BIBLE CHAPEL 162 MAPLE ST. (1 street west of Community Centre) 9:45 a.m.—WORSHIP SERVICE 11:00 a.m,—SUNDAY SCHOOL and BIBLE HOUR 8:00 p.m.—GOSPEL SERVICE Tues., 8:00 p.m—PRAYER and BIBLE STUDY For Information Phone; 482-9379 CALVARY PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 166 Victoria Street Pastor: Leslie Hoy, 5244623 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m, Morning Worship 7:00 p.m. Prayer Service and Evangelistic Service 7:00 p,m. Wednesday Prayer Service 8:00 p.m. Friday, Young Peoples ALL WELCOME ST, ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH REV. EDWIN G. NELSON CHARLES MERRILL, ORGANIST SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 1974 10:00 a.m. Worship Service and Holy Communion SUNDAY SCHOOL , ALL A ELCOME FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH HURON ST., CLINTON PASTOR D. STRAIN 482-7641 SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 1974 10:00 Sunday School For all egos 11:00 a.m. Worthip Semite and Nursery 47ZArArsTSZETEL7 ADS Bishop confirms at church