The Lucknow Sentinel, 1989-05-24, Page 5Lucknow Sentinel, Wednesday, May 24, 1989—Page 5
Parents express concern ,Quer lack of minor ball leagues in village
To the editor :
Where is minor ball in Lucknow?
Nowhere! We have one team registered in
W.O.A.A. What about the other kids in town
- is there no interest? We don't know, as we
have no registration. Almost every other
town in our surrounding area, whether they
be 500 or 5000 in population holds a registra-
tion day. What about Lucknow?
With so many new residents in our com-
munity maybe there are more people than
we realize who might be interesting in par-
ticipating or helping with this sport. We
have two great diamonds, being well used
by the adult population , both male and
female, will these be in use in ten years
time? Not likely if we don't start our
children playing ball soon.
When people drive through our town and
see our teenagers standing on the streets,
they say "Have those kids nothing better to
do on a nice summer night?" No! There is
no baseball, soccer, ball hockey, or roller
skating to occupy their time. Some, even
though they are still in their early teens
have turned to slow pitch, just to say they
sti1' play ball. Is this right? Is this all we
have to offer our children? Come on parents
- Let's get off our duffs and do something
dor the next generation of Lucknow
Concerned Parents.
To the Editor:
Once again our April Cancer Campaign
was a very successful venture, thanks to
TO THE EDITOR
the generous support of our many
volunteers, canvassers, and the response
from the general public. This year our
final total was increased by nearly $200.00
over last year being $5,2`J2.96.
Our efforts will enable researchers to
continue in their quest to seek out every
possible clue that will ultimately lead
them to the answer for a cure.
Patient Services will benefit because of
you. The funds will support the cancer
clinics, lodge services, emotional support
programs, home support, transportation
assistance and pediatric services.
Education is another challenge that
needs funding so that everyone can be in-
formed of a beneficial diet message and a
healthy life style.
Besides the approximate 45 canvassers
of Lucknow and two that covered the area
of Highway 86 east ane west we were ably
assisted by the Women's Institutes: Silver
Lake - two canvassers, Kairshea 10,
Holyrood 10, and Reid's Corners 14.
On behalf of the Canadian Cancer Socie-
ty we extend our thanks to all who -have
been involved in this campaign.
Mildred Loree
Anna Kreutzweiser
Dear Editor:
By now, you have probably read or
heard that there will be major changes in
our annual Dungannon Fair. For many
years the Dungannon Fair has run at a
financial loss. Therefore, the Dungannon
Agricultural Society has had to create fund
raising events throughout the year to pay
expenses. We have held ball tournaments,
various dances, monthly euchre tour-
naments during the winter months,
microwave demonstrations and draws, as
well as Family Fun Day, normally held the
Sunday before our Fair. From these many
events, the total income in 1988 was
$42,675, with expenses totalling $45,089.
These are quite large sums of money for a
small organization !
Formerly, the excellent horse shows at
the Fair were the major drawing card;
with little wonder because of the fine quali-
ty of animals being shown. However, the
number of spectators had been steadily
declining until there was no more than a
handful of people watching last year. The
most superior of shows is of no value if no
one is there to view them. Likewise, the
homecraft section has seen drastic drops
in entries throughout the wide variety of
classes.
Thus, in 1988, the total receipts from the
Dungannon Fair were $2,061, while the ex-
penses piled up th $8,128, making an ap-
proximately loss of $6,000. It is obvious
-- -no--person-or--organization.- -- con7-
tinue with financial losses like these!
In an attempt to reduce these financial
losses and hopefully increase the interest
Sunday
shopping
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contributes to the erosion of values and that
these values should be upheld.
Isabel Shepherd stated that she felt by
opening this door (to Sunday sopping) it
could be a hard door to close again.
Barry and Diane Hackett, of the Super
Scoop and Video Centre stated that they
would not like to see the bylaw changed to
one prohibiting all businesses to open. The
economics of their combined business is
very important to them as business people.
Comicillor Ab Murray stated that he felt
this issue would have to be faced now or a
yearfrotm now, recallingthat 20 years ago
gas stations took turns opening on Sunday.
"Now look at it," he said.
Mr. Askes' main concern seemed to be
with the possible mushrooming effect this
proposed bylaw could have on other
businesses.
Anne Pritchard, who stated she was
neither a business owner or ratepayer, ex-
pressed her view as a local shopper saying
that Sunday shopping would benefit no one
- that tourists are only travelling through
Lucknow to get to their cottage or back
home.
Mr. McGibbon stated that he• would
honour the local people's view as he didn't
wish to erode the good relationship he has
established with the residents.
When the vote was taken it showed ten in
favour of leaving the bylaw as is.
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and attendance of local residents, the
Dungannon Agricultural Society has
decided to amalgamate the Fair and
Family Fun Day, keeping the most
popular sections and putting aside those
events which are not practical to continue.
While plans have not been finalized
regarding the format of the combined Fair
and Fun Day, suggestions have included a
dance and a ball game with the CKNX Try -
herds on Friday night, Aug. 11. Saturday,
a Euchre Tournament, and a Youth Dance
are on the agenda while events scheduled
for Sunday, August 13 are a parade, horse
and antique tractor pulls, baby show,
remote control cars, farm toy displays,
horseshoe pitching', antique car show,
barbecue and a variety concert.
We are now in the midst of a Member-
ship drive and, to encourage families to
take out a membership, we are sponsoring
a draw for all members. First prize will be
free admission for 2 for all Dungannon
Agricultural Society events for a year.
Several prizes of vouchers or merchandise
from local businesses will also be
awarded.
The board of directors has worked to the
best of its abilities to ensure a future for
the Dungannon Fair. Please support us in
our endeavor by attending and par-
ticipating in our events and by offering any
assistance and constructive suggestions.
The Directors of the
Dung nnox A c71 1 atSwietty
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President, Don Sowerby,
Sec.-Treas. - Karen Eckenswiller
OBITUARY
James Charles Bowles
James Charles Bowles of London, died in
St. Joseph's Hospital on May 12, 1989 in his
78th year.
He was born in Ashfield Township on Ju-
ly 14, 1911 to the late William Bowles and
Mary Ann Borland.
MacKenzie and McCreath Funeral Home,
Lucknow was in charge of funeral ar-
rangements. Following cremation, Rev. G.
McFarlane conducted a graveside service
at Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow, on May
18, for the interment of ashes.
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