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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1995-06-21, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 1995. The news from elgrave Compiled by Linda Campbell Phone 357-2188 UCW talks of riches Special recognition Director of Education Paul Carroll, right, made two special presentations during the recent Walton Public School Carnival. Two portraits, one of Shirley Lyon of Londesboro, who taught at Walton from 1977 until her death in 1994 and the other of Barb Elston, who was the Grade 1 teacher at Walton from 1980 until her death in 1989, were presented to their families as a tribute to the dedication and service of these two women. Accepting the picture of his wife, Barb, is Keith Elston, a Belgrave- area resident. Mr. Elston and his young daughters Leanne and Emily graciously donated the portrait back to the school where it has been hung in a place of honour. The Lyons family also gave the picture back to the school. Air band concert set You take your investments seriously. You Should. You expect a fair deal. You Should. You demand securities and guarantees. You Should. TERM DEPOSITS RRSP'S RRIF'S Deposits insured by Deposit Insurance Corporation of Ontario. Each and every RRSP arid RRIF insured to $60,000. individually. Call today. You should! CLINTON COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION 48 Ontario Street 118 Main Street North CLINTON 482-3467 EXETER 235-0640 OPEN: MON. to THURS. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. FRI. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1952 The Afternoon Unit of the UCW met in the Sunday School room on June 12. Mrs. Audrey Fenton opened the meeting by reading a short poem entitled "Life's Riches". The minutes of the May meeting were read and approved. It was decided to change the meeting to the second Tuesday of the month beginning in September. Mrs. Kay Roberts had the Mabel's Moms met at the home of Mabel Wheeler on Wednesday, June 14. Attending were Andrea Stevenson, Mathew and Tyler; Lila Procter and Ben; Kim McArter, Lacey, and Kristen; Linda Hess and Andrew; Donna Raynard, Trevor, Heidi and Claren Yuill; Sherri Sippel, Christie, Scott and Niel; The Women's Institute boarded buses in Bclgrave and Brussels to the Centennial Prelude quilt show and barbecue held at the Ontario Agricultural Museum on Wednesday, June 14. Quilts from across Ontario were displayed in the Gambrel Barn of the Ontario Agricultural Museum. The quilts were entries to the Centennial Quilt Competition organized by Grey Bruce area on behalf of the Federated Women's Institute of Ontario in honour of the 100th anniversary of the Women's worship service . Mrs. Ada Taylor conducted Bible Study continuing on with the book of Matthew. Mrs. Edith Vincent was in charge of the mission study. She told of two articles which she found interesting in the Mandate. One concerned the country of Nepal and the other a church in Calgary. The Lord's Prayer repeated in unison, closed the meeting. Patti Konings, Olivia and Eliga; Melanie Pletch, Meagan and Ben; Michelle Young and Sara; Kim Higgins and Laura, Lee Anne and Rev. Alan Rush. The topic chosen for discussion was "Education". June 21 will be the last meeting before summer holidays. Institute. An added attraction was that artist Peter Etril Snyder of exhibition of original works and also signed autographs. There were over 4,000 ladies attending from as far away as the Quebec border to Essex County. Over 50 quilts were on display and in competition. The ladies had a very fascinating and enjoyable day due to everything being well planned and organized. People Bob and Jane Grasby celebrated 50 years of marriage on June 9. A dinner for family and friends was held Saturday evening in the United Church. On Sunday, June 11 an open house was held in the Women's Institute Hall. Many family and friends attended from Mission Texas, Hamilton, Forest, Waterdown, Mississauga, Burling- ton, Milton, Forest, Thorndale, Fonthill, Stratford, London, Bright, Ilderton and surrounding area to help celebrate the special day. The highlight of the afternoon wa's when Julie Hobgood modelled her grandmother's wedding dress. Charles Cook, Jim Walsh, John Elliott and Rick Elliott spent a week at the cabin on White Fish River near Timmins. Ruth King accompanied her daughter Kathleen Kelly on a bus trip to Toronto where they took in the play Crazy For You at the Royal Alexandra Theatre. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Eicher of Milverton visited last Monday afternoon with Ruth Johnston. Just a reminder that the Knox United Church Country Social will be held at the arena starting at 4 p.m. on June 24 with a salad and cold meat supper beginning at 5 p.m. This was formerly known as the Country Fayre. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Jewitt from Sault Ste. Marie and Mr. and Mrs. Bob Cowdrey, Michael and Jennifer of St. Marys visited with Garner and Alice Nicholson last Saturday. Arno and Isabel Zesny of Listowel visited with their aunt, Olive Bolt last Sunday. Mrs. Dora Scott and Miss Gwen Scott of Barrie visited with relatives in the area on Saturday, June 17. Bruce and Linda Campbell and family, Clifford Coultes, Ian, Ralph and Lorne Scott enjoyed a visit with their aunt and cousin. Winners at the track and field meet in order are: Mite Girls - Amy Cook, Nicole Walker, Nicole Meier; Boys - Brett Mason, Chris Gibson and Kyle Procter, tied for second; Mark Campbell. Tyke Girls - Kerri Meier, Kristen Palmer, Heather Rochetta; Boys - Scott Folkard, Trever Koehler, Matthew Cowan. Atom Girls - Kristen Gerth, Jessica Lockridge and Lauren Meier tied, Harmony Spivey; Boys - Curtis Knight, JUstin Campbell, Myron Hussey. Bantam Girls - Melina Hussey, Alicia Potter, Heidi Meier, Boys - Rob McGee, Sjaan Gerth, Jason McBurney. Air band will be held Thursday, June 22 at 1 p.m. The students' council planned an air band for all students interested in participating in this activity. Mrs. Dodds, Miss Mathers, and Continued on page 9 Correction There was an incorrect identifica- tion in last week's Ethel news. The Music Makin' Moms are from Tara, not Listowel. Brussels Mennonite Fellowship (519)887-6388 Worship Service 9:30 am. Jesus Is Lord Guests Welcome 30 gather at Mabel's WI attends quilt show Pupils enjoy medieval trip Grades 5/6 students from East Wawanosh along with teachers and parents boarded the bus for Toronto on Wednesday, June 14 at 7:30 a.m. After arriving at the Medieval Times Feast around 10:30 a.m. they had a short visit to the Hall of Arms Gift Shop Courtyard of Andalusian after which they were seated for the Feast and Show. The students received the crown bearing the colours of the knight they cheered to victory. Approximately 15 minutes before show time the Master of Ceremonies called the students into the Grand Arena of Tournaments where the afternoon's festivities took place. A four course Medieval Feast, eaten with hands, consisting of rolls, vegetables, soup, half roasted chicken, roasted potato, pastry and a soft drink beverage was served. The Master of Ceremonies took the students back 1,000 years to the age of chivalry, where they were presided over by Count Don Rainund and his lovely lady countess. Students watched in amazement as prized stallions from around the world cantered in an astounding performance of grace and agility. The six Knights of the Realm were introduced to the cheers of their supporters. Amazing tests of skill and strength were performed by the knights as they competed in authentic medieval games on horseback. Students were thrilled as knights clashed on horseback and hand to hand combat. The fight was to the end. Only one knight stood victorious and chose one lady to be the Queen of Love and Beauty. Then the students boarded the bus for Casa Loma, where they stepped back in time to explore the former estate of Sir Henry Mill Pellatt, a prominent Toronto financier, industrialist and military man. An unabashed romantic, Sir Henry engaged the noted architect E. J. Lennox to help him realize a life long dream - the creation of a medieval castle on the brow of a hill overlooking Toronto. Begun in 1911, it took 300 men nearly three years to complete and cost $3,500,000 at that time. Sir Henry enjoyed Casa Loma for less than 10 years before financial misfortune forced him to abandon his castle home. The Great Hall with its 60' high ceiling is a focal point of the castle. They are sculpted figures adorning the pillars. The dining room, lined in walnut, was originally separated from the library by unique paneling. In the conservatory the floor marble is Italian with the side panels of Ontario marble. Steam pipes kept the flower beds warm in the winter. Peacock alley is modelled after a passageway in Windsor Castle. The walls are oak and the floors teakwood. In Sir Henry's Study the mahogany panels conceal a secret door on either side of the fireplace. In Sir Henry's suite the walls are mahogany and walnut. A secret storage area beside the fireplace was used to store confidential documents. In Sir Henry's bathroom the shower was structured to completely surround the body with spray manipulated by using six taps that controlled three levels of pipes. All the walls were outfitted with white Carrara marble. The walls in Lady Pellatt's suite were painted her favourite colour Wedgwood blue. Girl Guide exhibits were placed in the castle as a tribute to the support Lady Pellatt provided to the Guides when the organization was in its infancy. Sir Henry was a dedicated supporter of the Queen's Own Rifles achieving the rank of Major General. The regiment's band was often engaged to entertain guests at the castle. In 1910 Sir Henry took the entire 600 man regiment to England for military games at his expense. For the adventurous climbers there were two towers available for viewing. The Scotland Tower was enclosed and offers the highest view from the property. The Norman Tower was open and provided a breathtaking view of the city. The Kiwanis Room told the story of the Kiwanis Club's restoration and operation of Casa Loma since1937. Up a few steps from the landing was a typical servants room. Sir Henry's drawing room is made of French oak panels which took artisans three years to carve. Upon completing the tour of Casa Loma it was time to board the bus and stop over for supper before heading home. After an enjoyable day the students arrived back at the school at about 8:30 p.m.