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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1980-12-10, Page 22Paiget 2A Timee-Advaixtiat; Dicenth. 10, 1900 am er ends ood ear OMB approves, clears way for T-W east side of Highway 21 was contrary to the Huron County official plan. Wein said the Huron County plan would have to be' amended to change the property from agriculture 'to highway commercial in order to construct a building with floor space in excess of 5,000 square feet, Peter Warner of the Grand Bend firm is holidaying in the south this week and was unavailable for comment. Grand Bend clerk Louise Clipperton said Monday night that she had no word on the outcome of the hearing. Caro/es Craft Cupioad It appears as if the ap- plication by Thompson- Warner Motors of Grand Bend to establish a com- mercial business in Stephen township, north of Grand Bend will be approved. Stephen township clerk Wilmer Wein said Monday morning that OMB member Vernon Singer had given an interim decision in favour of the move providing solicitors for the Grand Bend auto firm provide some additional papers. Singer apparently rejected claims by three ratepayer associations that the property in question on the • Hand crafts • Hobby Horses • Hand Smocking • Wood Products • Knitted Items • Pinecone, Straw & Vine Wreaths • Christmas Decorations, Centre Pieces • Wicker • Decorative Tins • Gift Ideas... 'Shop Early for Best Selection' OPEN YEAR ROUND HOURS: Tues-Fri 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. (till Christmas) Monday CLOSED t. Thompson-Warner Appointment PETER DEITZ Thompson-Warner Motor Ltd., is pleased to announce the ap- pointment of Peter Deitz to their sale staff. Peter, a life resi- dent of the area is well known and respected throughout Huron County. When ever you are thinking of a new or used car or truck or a lease be sure to Call Peter at 238-2391, You'll be assured of prompt service and honest dealing with Peter. Come to the'Book Store in Grand Bend and do some Christmas , Shopping tv-ii BOOKS!! ll! • Best Sellers VI jam • Hard Covers Na: • Children's Books gl Nil • Cook Books z J • GAMES P m • TOYS VI nwaLayzerzrz Ili • Calendars --shadhaddro- 14 xx • Christmas Cards LcZ • Book Ends • Christmas Spoonsf "kT.,YALD.LarATM-' • -wow- THE BOOK STORE Mon.-Sat. 9-5 Fri. 9-9 Sun. 1-5 21 MAIN STREET, GRAND BEND Phone (519) 238-2508 it was time of back patting and congratulations. The Grand Bend and area Chamber of Commerce IFOSIPSON-WIRNER (*NO dons lea. fowl*, to Deal WA" GRAND BEND 2311-2391 gathered at Gord and jean. Half's for their annual ,meeting Wednesday, And celebrated another sue- .cessful year. Secretary manager Bob: Simpson reported that the Chamber had accomplished. a great deal in 1900: Simpson pointed out that membership had increased from 72 peeple. in 1979 to 92 people, Simpson said that the moving of the tourist in- formation booth to a new location on the corner of highway 81 and 81 Crescent doubled business there. In 1979, 3,858 people were assisted at the old location, while 6,011 were helped in 1980, The chamber purchased a portable public address system this year. Simpson Low rates by the day, week, month "We've got your wheels" Ind-A-Car ltt Located at ... Thompson-Warner ' Plymouth-Chrysler Open 7 Days Something for Christmas Rheo Thompson Chocolates Katharine Beecher's Butter Mints Swiss-Liqueur Filled Chocolates Terry's Devon Milk Chocolates Terry's Chocolate Ginger Chocolate Hazel Nuts Novelty Candy for Children From Strathmore Kitchens Preserves, jellies, and cflavoured honey Canadians Maple Syrup HALLMARK Christmas Cards Partyware & wrap HARWOOD DRUGS Ltd.. W. Harwood, Phm.B 238-8540 Beside Post Office -"4itine!;,-. 22, 81 CRESCENT - — GRAND BEND, ONT. FIRST LADY AND PRESIDENT THANKED — Incoming Chamber of ComMerce president Mac Dunlap '(right) presents outgoing president Gene Grenier with a plaque. Gene's wife, Gayle, was given a flower arrangement by the Chamber at their annual meeting Wednesday. , Staff photo Aix Ckrischnas Where it's Christmas - all year 'round Fall Hours OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 10:00- 5:00 SANTA'S HOURS Saturdays and Sundays 12:30 to 2:30 said that System is available ,for any group to use. There were 20 more flags and holders, purchased for highway 21. This completes the Chamber's project of hanging- Canadian and American flags throughout the village. Several events were sponsored by the Chamber , this year, The annual. Burgerfest was, a success, as was a fireworks display on Canada Day. Prior to the municipal election, the Chamber sponsored an all- candidates night, Simpson added that plans are well underway for a Christmas party to be held at the public school on December' 10. All area children are invited to at- tend. Convener Shirley Page reported that entertainment had been lined up. In his treasurer's report, Lorne Campbell told the members that the Chamber had a bank balance of $16,130.90. Campbell said that Burgerfest profits were up substantially over recent years. In 1979, the chamber made $3,403.12 at Burger- fest, while this year $8,304.93 was made. Outgoing president Gene Grenier thanked several people for their assistance while he was in office. He thanked thy: village of Grand Bend and the Public Utilities Commission for their help and support during Burgerfest and for other activities. He thanked membership co-ordinator Lee Thomas for increasing the membership by 30 percent. Grenier thanked Art Read for the use of his computer in making print outs for the Chamber. He also thanked the Green Forest for .letting the chamber ekecutive hold meetings there. Grenier expressed ap- preciation to Nick Carter for giving advice. "He was a hard man to follow as president,'! Grenier said. Grenier also thanked Bob Simpson for his work as secretary manager. Vice president Brad., Page was thanked for moving the tourist booth. Several other names were mentioned by Grenier for helping during his year as president. At the conclusion of his address. Grenier turned over the president's chair to Mac Dunlap. On the executive for 1.981 are president Mac Dunlap, first vice president. Brad Page, second vice president Lloyd Morden, and treasurer Lorne Campbell. Past president is Gene. Grenier. Directors will be. Gord Glazier, Jean Simpson, Erwin Shottroff, Lee Thomas, Bill Peckit, Ruth Dunlap, Nick Carter and Bill Harwood. In coming president Mac Dunlap expressed the desire for the chamber to parry as successfuly on as it had in the past years. Dunlap said that he had a good executive backing him, and his goal was an even better '81. • "If you think I'm gonna be nervous, you're not right. I'm petrified," Dunlap said. The installation of officers was followed by a discussion of new business. Simpson reported on, plans for a new coloured brochure to be printed by the chamber promoting Grand Bend. A letter was received from the village council suggesting that the chamber purchase new Christmas decorations. It was decided that since it was too late to do it this year, they would look into it at another time. Lee Thomas said that she would like to see the chamber put in new bulbs on the yellow lines that are strung across highway 21. "I'd do it myself if I had a-ladder big enough," Mrs. Thomas said. It was decided that the honourarium paid to manager Bob Simpson should be increased by $500 Please turn to page 13A -We played "Little House on. the Prairie" the other night, The only thing that was missing was a Michael Landon to solve all our problems. We weren't playing, the little game by choice, mind you. Pretending to be a pioneer is not really my idea of a good time. The fun began in that wind , and snow storm last Tuesday night. My usual 35 minute drive between Exeter and the Cut took over an hour. I could hardly keep Betsy (my baby blue, Mustang) on the road. I was really looking forward to getting home to a ,war,tri.cupof tea, When. IXarrive& in the neighbourhood and found things suspiciously dark, my hopes for a cup of tea faded. I struggled through the snow drifts, and finally found the house in the pitch dark and howling wind. My mitten covered fingers groped along the wall' until I located the door - which was plastered with snow and frozen shut. Now I know why they call them "storm" doors. After a few good kicks vv4th a cowboy boot (I knew those toes would come in handy sometime)I finally loosened the door. Once inside, I found the flashlight. Beaming it at the kitchen clock, I learned that the electricity had been' off since 4:00 p.m. Thatwas over' 'two hours ago. Already the house was pretty cool. It was then that I decided it was time to play Little House on the Prairie. And believe me, the way the wind was whistling around that night, it sure sounded like we were sitting alone on the prairie. Anyway, I hauled out the oil .lamp and cleaned the chimney. It only took me a few minutes to find matches, and before long there was light. I was amazed at the number of candles I was able to find. Fortunately, we had pulled some Christmas decorations out of the attic previously, arid I had a gigantic red candle to light. I also found several other candles scattered throughout the house which I had simply considered or- namental. Nonetheless, they all burned. The next step in the pioneer game was chopping wood. Fortunately things never had to go that far, because the wood was already chopped and piled in the garage. It was the thoughts of going back out into that wind that chilled my pioneer spirit. Fortunately for me, the weather had forced the cancellation of his hockey game, and my husband came home earlier than I had expected. I handed. Victor his snowmobile suit and suggested that a supply of firewood might be in or- der. Soon we had a crackling blaze in our acorn fireplace. It looked beautiful. That's the good news. The bad news is that beautiful Snapping fires in acorn fireplaces do not give off much heat. Pioneer style, we decided we would have to cook our supper over the fire. Well, would you believe we tried toasting our tuna sand- wiches? No? Ok, we ate slightly warmed bread.. We agreed that there was something very heart- warming about eating a picnic style supper by candlelight on the living room floor in front of the fireplace. We kept telling ourselves that as we put on mare sweaters. Soon we were telling each other how bored we were. When there's nothing on television, Victor can usually entertain himself by' doing some bookeeping. But that night he couldn't even plug in his adding machine. So much for playing "Little House on the Prairie". I decided to cheat. I used the telephone to call up some friends and help pass the time. When it became apparent that we weren't going to be able to' use the electric blanket on our bed, we started hauling out quilts and sleeping bags in front of the fireplace. We stayed warm and cozy all night, especially with a 60 ,pound springer spaniel draped across us. Before bedding down, I had hoped to wash my face and brush my teeth -- just a habit I've developed. I guess. The pump had long since given up, so pioneer-style, I reached out the back door for a bucket of snow, and melted it by the fireplace. There was barely enough to dampen a toothbrush. The pioneer game con- tinued all night for Victor,,as he got up each hour to throw another log on the fire. He says he suggested it was my turn a couple of times, but I just burrowed deeper into the blankets. Eventually the wind died down, and the • house was strangely silent. But at about 6:30, the lights came on, the refrigeration roared, the furnace groaned, the pump sputtered, and we were wide awake. But that only lasted five minutes - soon we were back in the dark and the silence. It was another couple of hours before we could stop ,playing pioneer. CaliPu FiEli0 SERVICES INC. 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