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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1967-06-15, Page 127Veleoote PARTICIPANTS • IN THE SECOND ANNUAL QUARTER HORSE SHOW Sponsored by the Exeter Saddle Club The Town of Exeter and its residents extend a cordial wel- come to the Ontario and U.S. visitors, who perhaps, for the first time visit this area. Located in the heart of a rich agricultural district, Exeter can boast of an outstanding record in supporting its home industries and enterprises and they have experienced a healthy growth in this climate. TOWN OF EXETER J. H. DELBRIDGE, MAYOR PLAN TO ATTEND THE EXETER QUARTER HORSE SHOW PARADE Fri. June 16 —7:00 p.m. STARTS FROM VICTORIA PARK HALTER CLASSES SAT, JUNE 17 — 8.30 SHOW Sat. June 17 —1:00 p.m. SUPPORT THIS EVENT PURCHASE AND WEAR A WESTERN HAT Exeter Board Of Trade This Advettiertient Published As A Public Service EXETER SADDLE CLUB Presents The Second Annual QUARTER HORSE SHOW 2Y2 Miles West of Exeter on Huron Street. COME AND SEE SOME OF THE FINEST HORSES OF ONTARIO AND NORTH UNITED STATES! ! ! FREE PONY RIDES FREE PARKING For the Children REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE ON THE GROUNDS SATURDAY, JUNE 17 HALTER CLASSES AT 8:30 A.M. PERFORMANCE CLASSES 1 P.M. ADMISSION: Adults $1.00; Children over 12 — 50s: Children 12 and under, accompanied by an adult — free. A HISTORY OF THE Qua/Ur Hozwe The Quarter Horse is both the oldest and youngest breed of horses in America, The breed originated during the colonial era, in the Carolinas and Virginia. There, more than 800 years ago, match-racing was the leading outdoor sport, with races run on village streets and along country lanes near the planta- tions. Seldom were these horses raced beyond 440 yards, hence the colloquial name, "quarter miler." The foundation of these quarter running horses came from the Arab, Barb, and. Turk breeds brought to North America by Spanish explorers and traders, Stallions select- ed, from these first arrivals were crossed with a band of mares which arrived from England in 1620. The cross pro- duced compact, heavily muscled horses which could run a short distance faster than those of any other breed. The uses of the Quarter Horse were manifold. As the white man moved west he took the Quarter Horse with him to help conquer and settle the continent. This is the horse that pulled the plows, wagons and buggies of the pioneers; that went up the trail with cattle to pasture and market; carried preachers and their Bibles to furthermost points of worship, and sped country doctors to the beds of injured and ailing frontiersmen. The Quarter Horse survived time and change because he excelled in qualities which were of major importance to the greatest number of persons in diverse occupations and geographical areas. He was early adopted by ranchers and cowboys as the greatest roundup and trail driving horse they had seen, for he possesses inherent "cow sense." The Quarter Horse became established in the South- west in the early part of the Nineteenth Century. As he trailed cattle north and west, he left his progeny along the way, though his greatest influence remained in the South- west until after his registry was established in 1941 by the American Quarter Horse Association. In the years after. the registry was created, the breed spread rapidly through- out the nation, into Canada, Old Mexico and numerous na- tions overseas. His registry now is growing more than three times as fast as any other horse breed registry in the world. A true hot blood, the Quarter Horse breeds true when given the chance. In type he is unlike any other breed. In performance and endurance he has never been excelled, and in bloodlines, he has been sufficiently prepotent to withstand outcrossing and hold his own for more than three hundred years — the most versatile horse the world has ever known. EVENTS Youth A,cEi-vity Pro I 222 WELCOME BOYS AND GIRLS EIGHTEEN YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER. Special classes and contests in which young people may compete apart from adults. Events in which boys and girls may contest are Showmanship at Halter, Western Pleasure, Western Horsemanship, and Barrel Racing. _Roping Roping is the time-honored job of a superior ranch horse; where the horse must measure the speed of the calf or steer being roped and time his approach with maximum exactness to give the rider the best opportunity possible to throw his loop to greatest advantage. No less important is the ability of the horse to keep a tight rope on the calf as the rider dismounts to tie the animal, and continue holding a tight rope until the tie-down is completed. Des.rel Raaing Barrel Racing has been received in all sections of the country with easily explained enthusiasm, It is one of the best tests of combined speed and agility of horse- flesh, for it is a race against time coupled with ease of rnaneuvrability around obstacles. Women and girls are particularly adaptable to this performance event and, in colorful attire, they contribute much to spectator appreciation of the sport. Western Riding is conducted over a prescribea course to test the all-around disposition and ability of a ranch horse. The horse is required to perform the usual ranch chores over trails; give a quiet, com- fortable, pleasant ride in the open country, through and over obstacles. Western Riding is neither a stunt nor a race; but, rather competition in performance and characteristics of a good, sensible, well-mannered, free and easy moving ranch horse. Halter show judges base their decisions on the struc- ture, type, muscling, freedom from inherited unsound- ness, and manner in which the horses travel, for these factors are fundamental requirements of a good horse whether it is used for breeding or performance. Points awarded a horse showing at halter reflect credit on its sire and dam, add immeasurably to the value of its offspring, and vastly increase the sale value of the horse itself. No matter how superior a Quarter Horse may be, it cannot be declared an AQHA Champion until it has won 30 or more points in competition in official shows and contests recognized by the American Quarter Horse Association; and at least 12 of the 30 points must have been won at halter. Four of the 12 required halter points must have been won in either A or B class shows. FAstarn Ploagure Western Pleasure is especially appealing to women and junior riders. It is primarily a walk, trot, and canter class designed to demonstrate an unruffled disposition of a horse and its quick response in changing gaits. Being in the proper lead is important, too, since there is a noticeable lack of pleasure when a horse travels while using the wrong lead, The Western Pleasure class enables both the horse and rider, neither of which is trained for nor inclined to compete in the more strenuous and compli- cated performance events, to enjoy participation in a contest sanctioned by the American Quarter Horse Association. Reining Reining is among the most exacting and beautiful of all patterns a Quarter Horse performs in the approved con- tests. The horse follows a prescribed course, and is re- quired to demonstrate his proficiency in changing leads, turning, stopping, and backing. He must keep his feet under him at all times while following the various intricate patterns of the contest; he must rein easily, and back up without undue emotion, fretting or tail waving. CuEfing' Cutting is one contest that brings out the true "cow-sense" characteristic of Quarter Horses, The horse is on his own to out-think and out-perform the cows assigned to him, Persons astride contesting cutting horses go along just for the ride, Cutting horse judges penalize riders who rein or signal their horses. In no other contest is the Quarter Horse more certain to perform in keeping With his inherent capabilities of alertness, intelligence, and surefootedness- Fren*Aing Cow Home Working Cow Horse events combine reining ability and simulate numerous jobs which are common to everyday ranch life. horses must maneuver at top speed, Stop and turn quickly, While showing their willingness to work a rope properly with the rider mounted and aIso dismounted. Purchase Your DIAMOND "Insured for a lifetime" At Times-Advocate, June 15, 1907 Page 12 Biddulph residents ottend Neil reunion. By MRS. M, H. ELSTON BIDDLIPH The nineteenth Neil reunion was held Sunday, June 11 at the 'Medford Conservation Park. The vice-president, Mrs. Fred Pen- Warden, conducted the business meeting, Officers elected for the coming year are: President, Fred Elston; vice-president, Dick Neil Jr; secretary treasurer, Mrs. Allan Elston; sports, Beverley and Jim Neil; Rosemary and Dick Neil. Winners In sports events were children under 5, Wayne Neil; children kick the slipper, Rich- ard girls' race, Kim Turner; breaking balloons, Rose- mary Neil; spelling contest, Carl Turner's group; carrying grape- fruit, Jim and Bev Neil; longest line of clothes, Murray Neil's team; spoon in milk bottle, Dick Neil's team; memory test, Fred Elston. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Penwarden invited the members of the Neil reunion to their cottage at Grand Bend next year. SHOWER BRIDE-ELECT At the apartment of her sister, Miss Judy Dickey, a shower was held Saturday evening in honor of Miss Linda Dickey bride- elect. Miss Janet Pitt and Miss Judy Dickey sponsored the show- er. She received many beautiful gifts. There were several girl friends present from Exeter Bap- tist young people as well as London. Guests of Mr. and Mre. Sam Skinner Sunday were Mr, and Mrs. Bev Parsons and family of Exeter. Rev, and Mrs, N, D. Knox of Glanworth were guests of M. H. and Mrs. Elston Sunday. 14r, Murray Abbott of Cen- tralia spent Monday with Mr. and Mrs. M. Elston. A family gathering was held on Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. leen Andiron of Dore cheeter in honor of Miss Janet Blair, bride-elect, She was prese ented with an electric can opener and knife sharpener from her grandmother Flannagan and uncle and aunts of the Flannagaa ferns fly. This was followed by a bar- becue on their lawn. Visitors Sunday with Mrs. Inez Dickey were Mr. and Mrs. Ron Dickey and Janice also Miss Linda Dickey and Mr. Danny Benoit of London. Mr. and Mrs. Robt Mast and Cheryl, Mrs. Frank Mast Sr. of Kent City. Michigan, visited during the week with Mr. and Mrs. Jno McAllister and Mr. and Mrs. Sam Skinner and other relatives in this vicinity. David Elston of Grade 12 Med- way High School Monday evening attended a class party at the home of Mike Davies, Hyde Park. Mt. Ccirmei PERSONALS Mr. arid Mrs, Allan Elston and Wendy attended the Neil reunion. Mrs. Koenreadt of Holland is visiting with her daughter and family, Mr. & Mrs. William Mull- er and family. Mrs. Wm. Patterson and girls of Churchill are spending the next few weeks with the former's fath- er, Mr. Joe Dietrich and Paul. Mr. David Morrissey has re- turned home from St. Joseph's Hospital after being a patient there for the past two weeks. Mr. Charles Glavin and Mr, Otto Restemeyer are improving in St. Joseph's Hospital, London. Mr. & Mrs. Edward Bradley and daughter of Wyoming spent the weekend with their grand- parents, Mr. & Mrs. Thos. Ryan of Corbett. Miss Judy Ryan, London is vacationing for the next two weeks with her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Norman Ryan, Friends shower bride with gifts Miss Ann Marie Kraft, bride- elect of Saturday, has been feted at a number of pre-nuptial events, Hostesses for showers in her honor were an aunt, Mrs. Verne Keys, Victoria St., London; Mrs, Jack Taylor, RR 3 Exeter; Miss Linda Walper, Exeter; Mrs. Rob- ert Hayter, Dashwood, and Mrs. Robert Baynham, town. Mrs. Ward Kraft, Riverside Drive, entertained at a trousseau tea for her daughter Sunday after- noon and evening. Receiving with Mrs. Kraft and her daughter was the groom's mother, Mrs. Harry Hoffman, Dashwood. Pouring tea in the afternoon were aunts of the bride-elect and groom-elect, Mrs. Ernie Taylor, and Mrs. Mervyn Tie- man, both of Dashwood, and in the evening, Mrs. Verne Weido and Mrs. Ken McCrae. Serving were Miss Donna Heffernan, Lon- don, Mrs. Lloyd Willert, Dash- wood and Mrs. Norman Walper, Exeter. Displaying the trousseau, wed- ding gifts and shower gifts were Mrs. Jack Taylor, Mrs. Robert Baynham, Miss Linda Walper and little Miss Debbie Taylor. This 'n that — Continued from page 11 cream cheese mixture arid top with jelly mixture. Chill for sev- eral hours until firm. Cut into squares to serve. WHIPPED STRAWBERRY MERINGUES Light and airy but with plenty of flavor these meringues make ideal individual desserts — ideal for finishing off a heavy meal. Weddings — Continued from page 11 and bell sleeves trimmed with lace and headdress of tulle with matching lace. Her train, which fastened at the shoulder, was similar to that of the dress. The maid of honor, Miss Linda Westcott of Don Mills, and bridesmaid Miss Jo Ann Podoe- sky of Michigan wore floor-length gowns of daffodil yellow silk shantek styled similar to that of the bride with matching picture hats and carrying cascades of white daisies. Miss Lisa Westcott was de- mure in white crepe with daisy trim and her headdress of white daisies carrying a basket of laisies and petals which she strew in the aisle in front of the bride. The ring bearer, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Grose of Kirkton, was in a white linen suit and carried a white satin cushion. Mr. Bob Cook, twin brother of the groom, was best man and John Cook and friend of the groom. Mr. Patrick Austin, were ushers. The reception was held in the church parlors. The bride's mother wore tropical blue crepe dress with matching Chantilly lace coat, with white accessories. The groom's mother wore pink Bonded rachel lace dress with white accessories. For going away the bride chose an empire line frosty green b a tiste dress with white accessor- ies. The couple will reside in Farm- ington. The groom will teach at Fordson High in Dearborn. 12 meringue shells 1 (3-oz) pkg strawberry jelly powder 3/4 cup boiling water 1 1/2 cups crushed sweetened strawberries 2 tp lemon juice 2/3 cup (1 small can) evapor- ated milk, chilled icy cold whole strawberries a copy of Gustav Vigeland's "Embryo" will be on exhibit in the Norwegian pavilion at Expo 67. It is a sculpture of an un- born child, The original sculp ture is in a park in Oslo. WILSON'S JEWELLERY & Gifts Exeter Pleasing You Pleases Us. Dissolve jelly powder in boil- ing water. Cool slightly, stir in strawberries. Chill until softly set. Add lemon juice to evapor- ated milk and whip until it stands in soft peaks. Fold in partially set jelly mixture, Spoon into meringue shells. Chill until set. Serve garnished with fresh whole strawberries. REGISTERED & GRADE SADDLE HORSES FOR SALE Horses Trained By Month. Riding in- structions in Group Form. Apply BEEHIVE STABLES PAT ABRA i847 Plank Rd., Sarnia, Ontario, 4