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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Exeter Times-Advocate, 1973-08-23, Page 16973 Tit/WS-Advocate August 23, THE SONGSTERS — The Songsters certainly proved themselves to be that as they won third prize in the group division of the Lucen Fed talent show. Fro.., the left the girls are Melissa Dark, Terry Calcott, Christine Stutt, Janet Godstriid anc. Ceee Eves i T-A photo Lucan and district news. Phone 2274714 Correspondent: Mrs. M.H, Hodgins Horseshol,wri, ol horseshoes are popul ar. events at fair Accident victim dies red in mishap t f HONOR YOUNG PEOPLE - Two Lucan area young people were given special honor by the Lion's Club at the fair on the weekend. Julie Henderson the Middlesex County Farm Princess and Jim Hearn, the Junior Farmer's "Mr. Middlesex" were given plaques for their con- tributions to the community. Here they ride in the parade with driver Randy Paul. T-A photo DALEY'S WEEKLY COMMENTS Pla n busy schedule Community honors native son Clint ilodgins .'wins' again it A large number of entries were attracted to the English and Western Horse Shows at Lucan Fair Saturday, although these in charge of the show were very disappointed in the condition of the ring due to the rain. A few entries were withdrawn because of this. Nevertheless the shows w acclaimed as successes and the winners in the English Divisren were as follows: Conformation model hunter. Suzanne Sanders; junior equitation, Art Whiteside open equitation, Malcolm McLean: equitation hunter seat, Suzanne Sanders; working hunter hack: Gord Kirton ; green working hunter, Gord Kirton ; handy working hunter, Gord Kirton: open working hunter, Gord Kirton ; working hunter stake, Gord Kirton ; fault and out, Carole Minnhinnick; and open jumpers stake, Carole Min- nhinnick. In the Western Division of the horse show, winners were as follows; Pleasure, Al Huff; western riding, Renny Blocker: pole bending, Dale Hunt; flag race, Terry Sharp; trail class, Ross Leonhardt; key hole, Jim Run- dle; open barrels, Jerry Kerr; junior barrels. Robin Spearman: junior equitation. Susan Frese. rescue, Jim Rundle; and reining. Craig Black. The high point game hee..-,e Stormy Knight ridden by Mary Manson and the high point per- formance horse was Travellin' Shoes ridden by Renny Blerlesen Silver trays were donated by Molson Brewery Ontario Ltd., along with cash awards and ribbons to Art Whiteside in junior equitation; Malcolm McLean in open equitation, Gord Kirton in working hunter stake; Carol Minnhinnick in the open jut:epees' stake in the English class; and in the Western class to Susan Frose in junior equitation and to the high point game and per- formance horses. TUG OF WAR The men from Mount Carmel again showed their strength as they defeated all other teems to win the first tug-of-war contest to be held at Lucan fair. The Mount Pendtwald Mrs. Arthur Haskett and David, Cambridge (Galt) were guests with Mrs, Will Haskett from Friday to Tuesday. Mr. & Mrs. Harold Prince spent Tuesday in Watford, the guests of Mrs. Mildred Stoner and Mr. & Mrs. Horace Wake. Mr, & Mrs. Harold Snelgrove, Michael, Paul and Wendy have returned from a two and one-half week camping trip through Northern Ontario and from spending a few days with Mrs. Snelgrove's sister. While in Cochrane they took the "P45Iar Bear Express" to Moosarce, beating the strike by one day! Mrs. Archie Sinclair, with her aunt, Mrs. Leonard Latnbourn, Ilderten, attended a trousseau. tea August 11 at the home of Mrs. Ann Patrick, London in honor of her niece, Jane Lambourn, prior to. her marriage August 18. Rev. E. 0. Lancaster, former rector at Holy Trinity and St. James Anglican Churches has returned home following surgery. Mrs. Merle Stunner, London and her sister, Mrs. Ma141 Jackson, Toronto, visited with Miss LE. Abbott Friday, Mr, & Mrs. Ward Hodgins, Clinton, with Jennifer and Megan Spent the weekend with Mr. & Mrs. .M,H. flotigins and Mr. & Mrs, Arthur Cunningham, narmel team also won at aedebusg, Days in Dashwood. The standings were as follows: M omit Carmel with four wins; St, Marys with three wins-and one leas, the Jets with two wins and two losses; London Township with one win and three losses; end the "Left Overs" with no wins and four losses. They were presented with the Molson Award at that time. Their team includes Gary Leger, Mike Hertman, Paul Hodgins, Lawrence Becker, Dennis Morrissey, Howard Hendrick, Dennis Lamport. Bob Hodgins. Bob Robinson, and Marvin McAdams. The' were coached on to vic- tory I .ey Bill Reeler. These men have never been beaten and have nallenged eight teams. The Parade One of the features of the Sunday program at the fair was the mile-long parade which wound its way from the south end of the village to the fairgrounds along streets lined with cars and sightseers seeking whatever relief could be found from the 90 degree heat. The parade was headed by Shriners from London and other extern Ontario points. It in- cluded enaht •bands, a dozen eeeorated floats, one featuring t'nnt Hudgins. who was being 'ameured an separate cer eino.nies, a motorcycle precision team from Mocha Temple, a Canadian Legion Drill Them. antique cars, clowns and saddle horses. Three An accident which occurred two months ago has resulted in the death of a Lucan man. Dead is Richard W. Smibert, 85, of 119 Frank St. He passed away- Monday, night in Victoria Hospital. The accident took place at the intersection of Hwy 4 and Conc. Rd 11-15. London Twp on June 25. Mr. Smibert's vehicle collided with one driven by Nicolas Vandeborne, RR 2 Denfield. Coroner, Dr. J.0. Merritt said there would be no inquest. other accidents that were investigated by the Lucan detachment of the OPP last week resulted in over $7,000 damage, Three people were taken to Luiweeity Hospital with frac- tures. cuts and bruises early Sunday morning when the car in which they were in hit another parked car at the corner of Main and ii'hestnut St. in Lucan, Raert Kenneth Knox. 629 B. Huron St„ London, driver of the .eT and his two passengers, Rita Knee of the same address and Jack Pep* 107. Barker St. London v, ere transpoetod by Lucan ambulance, The narked car was, owned by Emerson Stanley. RR 2 Denfield, Damage was estimated at $2,075. On August 14 at 5:35 p.m. two vehicle, eollided while one wes attempting to pass on County Rd. lr just south of County Rd. 16 in West a:iesouri .Twp, Drivers of the cars were Keith W. QuackenbuSh, RR 3, Thorn- dale and George Fred Metealf. 74 Eastman Ave„ London. Damage. totalled $2,1100. Inveetiga tir re, officer was Constable G,J, Barker. A two-car crash on County ltd. 28 just north of County Rd. M resulted in $250 damage but there Horse shoe pitching Judging by the amount of in- terest shown by spectators and the number of contestants taking part, this ancient game seems to he making a strong comeback. Persons taking part came from such distant parts as Sudbury, Mississauga, Chatham, Sarnia and Guelph not to the mention a large number who came from much nearer points. Present to take on the winner of the contest in an exhibition match was Elmer Hohl of Wellesley who presently holds the World Championship in this sport. His challenger on this occasion was young Jerry Roeder of Kitchener who ringed 40 points before being disposed of by the champion by a 50 to 40 score. Following is a summary of the winners of the various classes: class A, Jerry Roeder, Kit- chener; B, Carl Summerfield, Chatham; C, D. Zinger, Ariss; D, E. Kipfer, Dashwood; E, Terry Davis, St. Marys; and seniors, Lloyd Venner, Hensel + + Entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening was provided on the grounds by the Toni Noyes Dun while that provided in the Lion's Den by the Molly McGuires consistently led to standing-room-only conditions and very little of that, For a brief period during the afternoon, while the Irish group took a bit of a breather, the Frank Walton Duo, starring Frank at the organ, provided an enjoyable change of pace. were no injuries. Harold Kemp, 604 Elgin St.. St. Marys was the driver of the first vehicle and Catherine O'Neill of RR 3 Granton was the second driver. Constable G,N. Wilcox in- vestigated the accident which took place on Thursday at 2:50 p.m. At 4:45 p.m. on Friday, fire destroyed the car of Eugene Thompson, RR 8 Parkhill. The mishap occurred on County Rd. 24 at the junction of Hwy 4 in the township of McGillivray. Damage was estimated at $400. A single car driven by John Upwood of RR 4 Parkhill struck a hydro pole at the corner of County Rd. 13 and Con. Rd 2-3 in Biddulph Twp shortly after 9:30 Friday evening. Damages to the car were estimated at $450 with $100 damage to the pole, Constable J. Craig investigated. A car parked on a private lot at 277 Main St. Lucan suffered $150 damage when another vehicle driven by Edgar Beswarick, Oak St, Lucan, hit it. Owner of the parked car was Duward McAdams, RR 3 Zurich, The accident occurred Saturday evening shortly after 11. Constable J. Craig in- vestigated. Another unattended vehicle was struck in the Shillelagh parking lot in Lucan at midnight Saturday. Damage to the parked car owned by Albert Bruce Walker of RR 2 Denfield was set at $150. The other car was driven by Robert Charles nobble, RR 2 London Twp, Damage to that car was $60. Constable J.A, Wilson in- vestigated, On Hwy 4 south of the Lucan "Clint Hodgins Day" in Lucan, August 19, was a great success judging by the number of his loyal supporters who turned out to honor this area native. The weekend of June 30 to July 2, 46 friends and relatives drove to Goshen to watch the honor bestowed on the famous harness- racer, breeder and trainer, The idea of a "Clint Hodgins Day" in Lucan was born as a result of that trip. Sunday the parade in con- junction with the Lucan Fair attracted throngs of people. Among those participating were several Shriners' Bands and a motorbike escort; the Zurich Centennial Band; the St. Mary's Band; and the Midlanders' Band. There were also many colorful floats, antique cars and Western horses and riders, A large float, decorated • in green and white, sported a banner with the words "Weiaome Home Clint", and carried many of the people who had gone to Goshen. Directly following the float came Clint in a horse-drawn buggy, driven by Cecil McFalls. east limits a car driven by Brian Paul Kennedy, 1 Quebec Rd., Vanastra hit a pedestrian at 9:30 Sunday night. Ronald Hardie, 22 of 1136 Adelaide St. in London was taken to St. Joseph's hospital with minor injuries. Constable J.A. Wilson estimated damage to the car at $125. On Hwy 4, north of Birr two cars collided at 3:25 p.m. Sunday. Drivers involved were Stephen Logan, Westminster Twp, Glanworth and Robert Roy Coulter, RR 2 Listowel. There were no injuries and Constable C.D. Auger estimated damage at $1,000, Barry Langford, 494 Chester St., London was taken to University Hospital by Lucan ambulance with minor injuries when his car collided with one driven by Danny Varga, RR 4 Ilder ton. The accident occurred at Elginfield shortly before two, Sunday morning. Constable J.A. Wilson estimated damage at $400. A rear-end collision on Hwy 4 nine miles north of Elginfield just before 4 p.m. on Sunday resulted in $350 damage but there were no injuries. Drivers involved were Jean Colleen Brown, RR 4, St. Thomas and Peter B. Butler, Lucan. The investigating Constable was J. Craig. "I have nine children, and I've found out that my husband never loved me," said the distraught woman to her lawyer, "There, there, my dear," said the lawyer, "Just imagine the fix you'd been in today if he had," Later in the afternoon at the bandshell in the park public presentations were made to Clint. Those making presentations included: Robert McKinley, M.P., representing the federal government; Clarence Hardy representing William Stewart anc., the provincial government; and Ivan Hearn, reeve of Lucan, representing Lucan and surrounding community. The audience joined in the good-natured fun when Clint was reminded by William Herbert of By SID DALEY Things are beginning to liven up a bit around good old Branch 540 and here are the events that are being sponsored by the Lucan Legion for your entertainment. On Saturday, August 25th we will be holding our annual Corn Roast. They say the corn is at its succulent best right now and for your added enjoyment Tony Wimparis will be entertaining on the piano. For those of you that haven't heard Tony play, you are in for a wonderful surprise, he's sure some entertainer and can play all your request numbers, be it classical, jive - you name it and he'll play it. That's this Saturday - come early and stay late, the best part is that it's free. In early September we will have the annual Bus trip to the Oc toberf es t in Kitchener Waterloo, keep this in mind and look for a further announcement in later comments. Comrades, don't forget our regular meetings commence at 8.30 p.m. September 12th. Your executive look for your support and direction in the affairs of your Branch, Start the new Legion sessions off right by making it a point= to attend. Comrade Li'l Len Fisher, 540's Sports Officer advises he is busy working on the Branch fall and winter sports schedule. It won't be long before this will he posted on the bulletin board along with the request that you some antics associated with Clint's youth. A reception at the Shillelagh. Motor Hotel followed the presentations. Many old friends who could not attend the Goshen ceremony joined the original 46 bringing the number of celebrants to 150, A smorgasbord in the banquet room was provided by the women who had travelled to New York state. A specially decorated cake iced in Clint's green and white racing place your name on the list in- dicating which sport you wish to play, Remember this is a Branch Sports program therefore all classes of membership are en- titled to participate - how about that sports fans - this, could be our best year ever, sports wise - its up to you. Congratulations to the Lucan Lions Club on a most successful fall fair, However there are always some who apparently get their kicks by committing petty thefts and damaging property - the most significant being the theft of irreplaceable parts from Lucan's fine old Fire Engine. It is hoped these few comments will touch some one's conscience and they will find it in their heart to return the items. Now hear this - Now hear this - The Comrades of Branch 540 are pleased to announce they will be presenting the Carleton Show Band; of Pig and Whistle fame, for your enjoyment on Friday, October 5th 1973. Yes that's right the Carleton Show Band, Unfortunately we have been unable to obtain the Lucan Arena, as the ice will be in, therefore we will be taking them to the Recreation Centre in Huron Park. Remember to keep this date open now, for the thrill of your life this is an absolute must - shure is grand to be Irish! And that's 30 for this week remember, A man who won't lie to a woman has little consideration for her feelings. colors was .cut by Clint and William Herbert, * * Several other people were honored at the Luean fair. Huron MP Robert McKinley officially opened the fair Friday evening, and before the talent show began, two very special awards were made to two Lucan young people, The first went to Jim Hearn, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Hearn. Church News Holy Trinity Anglican During the Lucan Fair, Holy Trinity Church had a booth selling pizzas. By early reports, these were a popular item at the fair. We congratulate Mr. & Mrs. Keith Kraul and the other members of the committee for work well done. Sunday Lois Legg ac- companied Cheryl Hardy in a solo, Mr. Carson in his sermon told how life is shrouded in mystery. He said explorers, scientists, philosophers and poets are all called to activity by the mystery of life. Religion, Mr. Carson said, is not a matter of creeds and dogmas or of marshalled arguments, or well defined statements, but of angels, and visions and hopes and dreams, and all the places where the mystery of God broods upon life. Mr. Carson concluded by saying that the mystery of the love of God, which none of us can understand, but only accept is the power that redeems our hearts and renews our spirits. St. James' Anglican Sunday Mrs. A. Hill presided at the organ for the morning ser- vice. Rev. R.A. Carson preached on the 'Mystery of Life'. He said if we knew the future we might be very miserable as we struggle to make things right for ourselves. It is because life is a mystery that God saves us from psychological trauma and allows us to grow, mature and explore the unknown. On Friday evening Miss Joan Cunningham the church organist was united in marriage with Stewart Cassils. Rev. R.A. Carson presided at the service. The wittnesses were Mr. & Mrs. Larry Lewis, Clandeboye. Team protest playoff game In a double-header with Bryanston, Lucan was defeated in the first game 7-6 but won the second 12 to 6. The Irish .9 are protesting the first game because of the fact that Bryanston did not have a "legal" pitcher. They were using an "A" ball player, Present standing is 17 wins and 7 losses, or, if they win the protest 18 wins and 6 losses. Lucan's team in the Ailsa Craig and District Women's Softball League starts its play-offs on Tuesday, the 21st against St, Peter's at their diamond in Crediton. The return game will go on Friday, the 24th in Lucan. In the P.W.S.U. League another game was played this week against Strathroy, with the local "colleens" winning 15 to 12. In1 14 Jim was presented with a plaque from the Lions Club in recognition of being chosen as "Mr. Middlesex" by the Mid- dlesex County Junior Farmers, Julie Henderson was also presented with a plaque from the Lions Club. She was last year chosen as the Western Ontario Farm Show Princess and presided at several of the weekend activities. Following the opening ceremonies it was time for the talent show, The show was divided into four categories, and the participants proved beyond a doubt that many hours of prac- tice, preparation and polishing went into their performances. Top winners of the evening were Paul Johnson and Perry Wildfong, both of Lucan who won both the Senior and Group divisions of the talent contest with vocal duets and guitar ac- companiment. Second in the senior division was Doug Barr, a pianist from Elginfield and third were Maria Brennan and Suzanne Leckie, Lucan, who also gave a duet and accompanied thz.m:•elves on guitars. It's difficult tc compete against children, as five-year-old Karen Dykeman and her mother Marilyn proved by placing second in the group division, Tied for third were two vocal groups: The Songsters, composed of Cora Engel, Janet Goddard, Christine, Stutt, Terry Calcott and Melissa Dark; and The Harmony Group, of Rick Freeman, Albert Thompson, David Cook, Janis Kestle, Sheryl Noyes, Jean Barker, Cathy Hearn, Susan Riddell, Jane Hardy, Cheryl Hardy and Fiona Rogers. Five little girls dominated the junior division of the contest. First were Diane Garritt and Lori Noyes; second was Heather Hodgson; and tied for third were sisters Anna Lee Bakker with a piano solo and Cynthia Bakker with a vocal solo. Arden Bryan, Granton, who demonstrated her talents at the Kirkton Garden Party, came through again and topped the Intermediate Division of the talent show with a violin solo. Second and third were both taken by vocal soloists, Cheryl Hardy and Christine Stutt respectively. Bit Al of CKCO-TV acted as master of ceremonies for the program. It was adjudicated by Paul Eck, of Theatre London, who also adjudicated the preliminaries for the show, Prize Winners at Lucan Fair $25 Value of Wallpaper Janet Heaman Ailsa Craig 1 gal. Trutone House Paint Mrs. Shirley Kemp Centralia Donna's DECORATING CENTRE A little less than 15,000 people jammed Lucan over the weekend for the annual Lucan Fair, With everything from a midway for the kids, horsehoe pitching tournament, horseshow, talent show, and live entertainment in the Lions Den Friday to Sunday, there was something to please everyone. Undoubtedly the highlight of the weekend for many people was the ceremony honoring a native Clandeboye man, Clint Hodgins, on his investiture into the Living Harness Horse Hall of Fame at Goshen New York last Decem- ber. Local, provincial, and federal governments honored the 66- year-old harness horseman, who now spends most of his time at Orlando, Fla. Hodgins carved out one of the most successful driving and training careers in trotting history after his first race at the Exeter Fair when he was 21. By the early 1930's he had left the family farm to drive horses and his reputation quickly grew. By the 1940's he was con- centrating on United States tracks, particularly in New York and Ohio, and in 1949 he was the top driver on the continent with 128 wins in 638 races. He was honored in Lucan at a testimonial dinner in 1954 for having the highest winning percentage in North America and in 1960 he was named horseman of the year by the Horseman and Fair World Magazine. Hodgins has won all the major races in North America and in 1959 became the first driver to 44evin the so-called triple crown of the sulky sport, the Little Brown Jug, the Messenger Stakes, and the Cane Futurity. His horse in those races was the famed Adios Butler, only one of several great horses he has trained and driven. MAKES PRESENTATION - If was a day for smiles, for reminiscing and for presentations Sunday at the Lucan Fair, especially for noted harness racing driver, Clint Hodgins. Here Mr. Hodgins, left, accepts a plaque from Reeve Ivan Hearn on behalf of the village of Lutan,I.A photo Plan to Attend The Centennial Plus 2 DANCE Lucan Arena Friday, August 24 Music by Desjardines Orchestra Admission $2°' per person at door Refreshments available Sponsored by Lucan District Lions' Club O O O O Langford Lumber Lucan making our booth at the Lucan Fair '73 a success. The number of nails: 1,733 The prize winners are: First — Anne Wiendels, RR 2, Grand Bend Second — John Moon, 226 Butler St,, Lucan Third — Torn Ewer, 9.5t Ridouf St. S., Lon'don Fourth — E. L. Gibson, 103 Main St., Exeter Fifth — Gail Decaluwe, -Box 145, Lucan Sixth — Bonnie Fargnoli, 66 Hammersmith Avenue, Toronto Thank You is ti- 0