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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1979-06-27, Page 1S•ERVICE - I EV, WILMA HOW MUCH DO I WEIGH IN KILOGRAMS?—Grade 4 pupils of the Brussels Public School had ,to estimate their weight in kilograms with their bikes and packs when they went on a bike hike on Monday. Estimates ranged from 250 to 2200 kilograms. The 23 children and two teachers were weighed on a scale at the CIL building by Jim Johnston and found they weighed a total of 1403 kilograms with their bikes. (Photo by Langlois) Thrills at chariot races 1872 4Brussels Post 108th Year— Issue No. 26 WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 1979 The Chariot, Chuckwagon and Ben Hur races at the Brussels fairgrounds on Satur- day provided spectators with many thrills especially when two of the chariot drivers had a collision. Fortunately no one was hurt in that incident. These races were put on by the Pony Dream Farm of R. R. #2, Scotland which operates under the direction of the Ontario Chariot Racing Association. The Ontario Chariot Racing Association was formed in 1970. At Sunday's races which were sponsored by the Brussels Agricultural Society the winners were as follows: Chariot Racing Ponies Under 50" first Heat; Frank Todd of London, Max Brown of Fans of the ever popular Walter Ostanek Band will be glad to know that they are coming to Brussels on July 13th. The dance will be sponsored by the Brussels Agricul- tural Society. Tickets are limited. Get yours now! See Coming Events in this issue for more particulars. * * * * * * First foot note to my reference last week to the lirvely London parks. I neglected to mention that they are all enclosed with brick or stone or dense hedges which shut out, to a great degree, the sights and sounds, of the city. * * * * * * Brick-a-brac: Things, unusual here at home, seen as we roamed the streets of London. Let us start with what we walked on. It was not rough cement. There was no stubbing of toes or tripping over holes. Side-walks throughout the city are of paving blocks worn smooth through the years by the tread of passing feet. In many areas we found whole streets of attached similar narrow buildings housing apartments, office quarters, even a hospital. Architects who - designd buildings in years-gone-by must have had a penchant for low windows . Houses and business places, in row after row sported low window s or something of that nature. Almost everywhere black iron grill- work decorated balconies, areaways, was used to create entrances to doorways and often lovely gates. A great deal of it fashioned in intricate lacy designs' of leaves and scrolls. Bridges' in London are not merely conveniences for crossing a river. They are a thing of beauty. Usually of red brick, graceful in character, with artistic gng 1 — li hti fixtures. * * * * it* ' Oen could not miss the fact that the people of Britain love dogs: Everywhere we went we Would see men, and women, walking their London, and Doug Stackhouse of St. Williams. Second Heat;Max Brown of London, Frank Todd of London, and Doug Stackhouse of St. William. Chariot Racing Ponies over 50" and under 54" First Heat; Shawn O'Brien of Lambeth driving a team owned by Dave Todd of Lambeth, Jeff O'Brien of Lambeth, Frank Christiaens of Scotland, and Doug Stack- house of St. William. Second Heat; Jeff O'Brien, Driver-Danny O'Brien for Doug Stackhouse, Shawn O'Brien, and Frank Christiaens. In the Horse chariot race Bill Eade of Harley and Jeff O'Brien of Lambeth placed in a dead heat. dogs, on the streets, in parks, with one, two , or three on a leash. We saw one young lady board a double-decker-bus with her small dog. The pet was accustomed to such a thing for it sprang up on a seat and sat serenely beside it mistress. Horses, too, were much in evidence. Both in and outside the city we caught sight of horses and riders. In fields around the city were beaufiful animals that were almost certainly thoroughbreds much prized by their owners. Could it be that my English ancestors bequeathed to me my love of animals? ****** Oh, yes! We rode the upper level of a red double decker bus. It is a great way to see what is going on in the streets around you,, The tube (though they refer to it over there as the subway, or underground more than we expected) we dared to use in the daytime. At night, no. Two women alone after a late theatre in Picadilly Circus? We tried for a taxi instead, but they ignored us. Finally we implored a man and wife to take pity on two nervous tourists. He got a taxi for us but two ungallant chauvinist males jumped in from the street side as soon as it pulled into the curb and refused to budge. However, another pulled in and returned us safely to our hotel. Another bight we used the tube in company with another couple we knew. * * * * * London IS a delight for anyone interested in architecture. There can be seen structures displaying the influence of Roman and Victorian eras as well as the beauty of the work of Christopher Wren. Many of the old buildings, both residential and business, are enhanced with Sculptured human figures, head, or scrolls in delicate detail. These examples of a time when people took pride in workmanship, style, and beauty in appear- and6, made me realize more than ever how sterile our glass, and steel monstrosities at home really are. BY DEBBIE RANNEY While many young people may be wondering where they're going to find a summer job to help earn them some extra cash, Cathy Sholdice and Brenda Knight of Brussels already have that problem licked. This summer they're going to be play- ground leaders here in Brussels, a task that will require them to have crafts and games and supervise the Lions wading pool for the young ones. In order to do that they have to go to a training camp this week and although they're not sure of the exact date playground activity for the children is to start it will be some time in the first part of July. The children who attend the playground will probably come and .go as they please, and Cathy said the schedule will probably be to have crafts in the morning and swimming in the afternoon. The girls applied for the job through Canada Manpower in Listowel. Cathy says she decided to apply for the job because "I was interested. I like working with kids." Last year Cathy did babysitting all summer. BRUSSELS ONTARIO • Brenda says she decided to apply because she wanted a different experience. She had been working in a restaurant for the past two years and thought a different experience might help her in the future. She's already had some experience vorking with children last summer when she was in Sweden and at the camp there they did a lot of crafts. Village to be reassessed Brussels council held a special meeting Wednesday night with Huron-Perth Assess- ment Commissioner Floyd Jenkins and Assistant Ken Fagan to discuss village assessment. Council asked that a reassessment be implemented for Brussels under provisions of Section 86 of the Assessment Act. This section allows for the equalization of different classes of assessment but will not change the overall assessment in the village. Short Shots by Evelyn Kennedy Playground leaders hired ONE LAST PICTURE—Mrs. Charles Mathors, president of the UCW, Rev. VViiena Brown and, Robert Fraser, clerk of session, posed for one1iast picture as this was the minister's last service at the BlUevale United .Church. She will ) be taking over' the Varna-Goshen Pastorali Charge.