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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1990-06-27, Page 3Super Citizen Simon Hallahan was presented with his Citizen of the Year award during celebrations of Rutabaga Festival Saturday night. Mr. Hallahan, who has been involved in nearly everything that happens in the community over the years from being Reeve of East Wawanosh to long-time secretary of the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Association was named Citizen of the Year by a panel of citizens after being nominated in The Citizen’s annual contest. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 1990. PAGE 3. Entries galore in baking contest Blyth. Mr. and Mrs. John Hesselwood attended the wedding of their daughter Bonnie Joanne McVittie Witte to Gordon Douglas Mayhew in London on June 15. Lome and Evelyn Popp attended the graduation of their daughter Dianne Isabelle Popp from Wes­ tern University, London in Alumni Hall on June 8, 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. A few jottings about the Ruta­ baga parade. The Rutabaga parade last Satur­ day was a learning process with few exceptions for both young and old. Children became aware that kind, smiling men throw peanuts and candy to them on the side lines. They will learn that these Shriners throughout Canada do a tremendous job looking after child­ ren (financially - equipment costs a lot), that are handicapped through accidents and other mishaps. The youngest child, one year old from Chauncey’s entry and not yet capable of comprehending the par­ ade’s purpose, added a refreshing touch to the scene as she, with guidance from the front, rode in her wee wagon. This year’s Ruta­ baga baby was all eyes as she gazed about her. We learned that the Shriners are “with it” in healthy nutrition. The seniors, particularly, appreciated the absence of salt in the delicious “fish fry”. We found out as magnificent machinery moved by what might be the most economical heating fuel to burn next winter. Lots to learn in the science and technical field in this parade’s floats. We found out that the library - we hope it is able to acquire all the space it is requesting for its new quarters - and that the relatively new attractive book store have the right book for relaxing summer reading. We have learned that Rutabagas make delicious ingredients for many dishes. The display on the reviewing stand was a tempting picture. One decorated cake, gor- Continued on page 23 Nearly 80 entries were made in the various categories of the baking contest at the Blyth Rutabaga Festival Saturday morning with Marion Cook of Blyth being the big winner. Prizes were awarded for the best pies, cakes, muffins or loaves and for the most creative use of rutabagas in a recipe with the top winners being auctioned in the afternoon. Marion Cook took the top place in the pie category for a pie that later brought $12 at auction, pur­ chased by Carol Irwin of the Blyth Inn Hotel. Second prize went to Diane Radford and third to Ella Ives. Judy Farthing and Duncan McGregor were the judges. Marion Cook also topped the cake category judged by Bonnie Roy and Patty Archibald. In the auction Shelley Dorssers purchased .the prize-winning entry for $15. Second prize went to Jo Landon and third to the Classic Restaurant with Thelma Wilson receiving an honourable mention. The Classic Restaurant submitt­ ed the best entry in the muffins or loaf category, an entry purchased by Judith Farthing for $9. Second prize went to Mildred Ament, third to Shirley Ramsey and honourable mentions to Marion Cook and Jean Nethery. Judges were Deanna -RUSSELL WILSON- JULY 1, 1990 Relatives and friends are invited toan Open House in his honour Sunday, July 1,1990 from 2:00-4:00p.m. to be held at Blyth Legion Hall Lyon and Jennifer Sottiaux. The Brussels Hotel took top prize in the Most Creative use of a Rutabaga for rutabaga swan cream puffs and winning the award for most artistic presentation. The little gems were auctioned off for $20 to Marg Anderson and Lynda Van Soest. Second prize for ruta­ VILLAGE OF BLYTH REMINDER NOTICE Public Meeting to determine the need for revisions to the Blyth Secondary Plan and to consider a proposed Official Plan Amendment Thursday, July 5,1990, at8p.m. Location - Blyth & District Community Centre (Auditorium - upstairs) Get’Em a WhileV" They're ® Hot /V> Save Today at Rice's Store White Pants FOR PAINTERS & DRYWALLERS $20./pair Work Pants NEW STOCK 61K SPECIAL PRICE T ■ Coveralls $25. Overalls $20 & $30 Work Sox 3 pair $6.00 Coloured Shorts Fine Sox 3 PAIR $4.50 Straw Hats Ft SR T-Shirts s.m.l. 2 for $5. XL, XXL, XXXL $4. Haying Gloves $2 & $3 Work Boots Western Boots $140. up MEN’S & LADIES’ Runners $35 a $50 Runnlre* rt- 9 Con. 12 Hullett& SteW' 2 miles east of Hwy-4 R.R. #1, Blyth Rawleigh Products OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. 523-4426 baga cheesecake bars went to Diane Radford and third, for sour turnip sauerkraut went to Marie Heffron. Honourable mentions went to rutabaga bones dog biscuits to Fran Cook (judges said her attempt to influence the judges by putting a Continued on page 23