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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1988-02-03, Page 14Page 14—Lucknow Sentinel, Wednesday, February 3, 1988 Lucknow Agricultural Society looks ahead Leo Murray Re-elected as President Head table guests were piped into the Lucknow 'United Church by Frank MacKenzie on Monday January 25th for Lucknow Agricultural Society's annual meeting. A prelude of piano music by Mrs. McFarlane preceded grace by Rev. Gerald McFarlane. Approximately 100 members sat down to a delicious meal served by the U.C.W. Don Bell thanked the ladies and Roberta Whytock replied. Entertainment was provided by the trio of Ruth Bell, Shirley Colwell and Rena Forster accompanied by Wilma Clark. Frank MacKenzie also favoured with bagpipe music. They were thanked by Allan Miller. Secretary Elaine Errington made place cards for guests using miniature scotch hats. Other guests were Mr. and Mrs. Allan Gibson, Reeve of Ashfield; Mr. and Mrs. Barry Johnston, Reeve of Kinloss; Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Cranston, Reeve of West Wawanosh; Mr. and Mrs. John McLeod, councillor of Lucknow; Mr. and Mrs. Murray Gaunt, farm editor of CKNX; Mr. and Mrs. Carman Fullerton, president of Homecraft Division; and Heather Howald, Miss Lucknow Fall Fair. 4-H leader Ken Mewhinney reported for the calf club. Kim Rintoul, won the trophy donated by Dr. Hodgins for, the most points but was unable to be present. Elaine Errington read a poem about "Volunteers". -Presentations included a service diploma to Ronald and Edna Alton by Ian Clarke; an appreciation plaque to Glen and Lois Walden by Elaine and Ross Errington; and an appreciation plaque to Russel and Lillian Irvin by Dale and Bruce Skillen. Presidents Leo Murray and Dale Skillen gave a review of last year's activities. The executive of the Homecraft Division for 1988 are: Past President -Dale Skillen; President -Hazel Hackett; .1st vice -Gloria Messenger; 2nd vice -Eva Bolt and secretary -Elaine Errington. Two different midways are to be con- tacted for the fair. Some other changes were suggested for improvements. Grants, normally received in the fall, such as field crop, commercial and light horses have been incorporated into one grant of $3,000.00 which should be received next June. , A very favourable report was given on the Craft Festival. The profit was the highest in its history thanks to the Lucknow Businessmen who held a Mid- night Madness Sale on the Friday night and who also helped to pay for the adver- tising. A transfer of $3,300. was made to the Agricultural Society to help pay for the prize money. Receipts at the Fall Fair were down slightly due to the damp weather. A recommendation was passed keeping the membership fee the same but discontinu- ing using the membership card as admission. Murray Gaunt acted as chairman for the annual meeting. Ron Alton and Barb Fullerton were appointed as scrutineers. Ian Clarke, elected m 1979 a director, has retired but will remain as an associate. Murray Irvin, reported for the nominating committee. Directors for a 3 year term are Ken Mewhinney, Norris Messenger, Bruce Skillen and D.A. Hackett. Other directors are Leo Murray, Norm Bolt, Dan Bell, Mel' Ritchie, Murray Irvin, Archie Purdon, Lloyd Morrison and Allan Miller. Fred de Boer was also added as an associate. The executive of the Board of Directors were re-elected: President -Leo Murray; lst vice -Norm Bolt; 2nd vice -Ken Mewhin- ney; Sec.-Treas.-Elaine and Ross Err- ington. Auditors -Warren Zinn and Don Cameron. Rev. McFarlane closed with benediction. "Talk of the town" In accepting this position with the Sen- tinel, I didn't realize a correspondent would be "The Talk of The Town". However, it will be my endeavour to write the news as accurately as possible. Since this is a new experience for me, your co- operation in sharing any articles of in- terest will be greatly appreciated. For any of our readers that are spending the winter in the south and wondering what the weather is like back home, the ther- mometer is unable to decide whether it should be 0 degrees Fahrenheit or 0 degrees Celsius. It seems to go from one extreme to the other every few days. Only six more weeks of winter, which we will likely get whether the groundhog sees his shadow or not. Visiting with their parents, Ross and Grace Gammie, are Gary and Sylvia, Dale and Debbie Gammie, all of Dawson City, Yukon Territory. To them going south for the winter means coming home to Lucknow. Sympathy is extended to the family of the late Murvin Solomon who passed away in University Hospital on January 14. Mur - vin served on the village council from 1969 - 1976. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Laidlaw returned home January 27, after spending a week with their daughter, Joyce Shepherd and family at Camlachie, near Sarnia. Ian Montgomery reports that approx- imately 250 people attended the open house at Montgomery Motors to preview the 1988 Ford Temp on January 27. Cindy and Melanie Willits , spent last weekend with their grandprents, Walter and Jean Willits, R. 1, Wingham. George and Joan McKinnon of Lively, in the Sudbury area, dropped in on her mother, Mrs. Eva McQuaig, Havelock Street and stayed overnight before going on to Florida. Rev. Bill and Peggy Henderson and Mrs. Jim Smith visited on Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Mundell of Gorrie. Mrs. Clara Stewart of Goderich visited with her brother Stuart Reid and sister Frances Murray, also Donald and Dorothy By Mildred Loree Murray during the weekend. • Sandra Bickford, Heather and Scot of Pembroke are staying with her mother, Mrs. Evelyn Henderson. Some of the ladies around town are avoiding the mid -winter "blahs" by spen- ding their time quilting. The Directors of the Lucknow Agricultural Society have been chosen for the coming year following the annual meeting held last week. Elected at the meeting were (seated, left to right) D.A. Hackett; Allan Miller; Norm Bolt, First Vice President; Leo Murray as President; Ken Mewhinney as Second Vice; and Elaine and Ross Err- ington as Secretary and Treasurer. Standing left to right are Norris Messenger, Lloyd Morrison, Mel Ritchie, Murray Irvin, Don Bell, Bruce Skillen and Archie Purdon. (Marg Burkhart photo) Three local couples were recognized for the dedicated service to the Lucknow Agricultural Society at the annual meeting held recently. Receiving a Diploma of Ser- vice from the society were Ron and Edna Alton (left) while Appreciation Plaques were presented to Russel and Lillian Irvin (middle) and to Glen and Lois Walden (right). It's folks like these that make the community what it is. (Marg Burkhart photo) Promote Your Business and Product AND Watch Your Profits Grow! ',For info and prices, call 528-2822 BUSINE R.W. Bell Optometrist GorwitIcII The Square 524-7661 ESS DIRECTORY Cal Burke Electric 1115;7411 ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS APPLIANCE & REFRIGERATION SERVICE ingilej SALES & WARRANTY SERVICE Call Toll Free 1-800-265-3025 41 Years Built by Quality and Service Open 6 Days A Week WINGHAM1 357.2450 ALL MAKES /� RESIDENTIAL • AGRICULTURAL •Hom s •Cottages •Farm Buildings Aluminum and Vinyl Siding, Replacement Windows And Doors. 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