HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-07-23, Page 38PAGE 18. HOMECOMING ’97, WEDNESDAY, JULY 23,1997
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Former resident says thanks to Brussels
From the January 12, 1972 issue of
The Brussels Post.
In a letter addressed to the people
of Brussels, a former resident Mrs.
Victor Hinton tells how she
appreciated the time spent in
Brussels and expresses appreciation
for the kindnesses extended her and
her family.
Writing from 45 Regina St.,
London Mrs, Hinton says: Since I
haven’t received any wild sobbing
phone calls or letters for me to
return to your village I take it you
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Continuing to grow— The quarters of the Brussels Legion were expanded in 1972. The framing
of the southern addition was well underway during October of that year.
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and snowshoe events. In the
evening a large crowd danced in
the arena to the music of a German
Polka Band.
Sunday afternoon the
snowmobile events took place
while the hungry spectators and
participants enjoyed the delicious
beef barbecue.
All those responsible for the
successful new venture deserved
credit for their efforts.
took my departure very well. I must
however confess, I truly miss living
there, as I do have a lot of good
friends there. One thing I really
missed was painting the town red at
Christmas.
My main purpose however is to
thank all the people of Brussels for
all the help and kindness we
received in all my family illnesses.
The cards and letters sent to Vic at
Victoria Hospital were greatly
appreciated. In the eight years we
lived in Brussels we felt very much
at home.
Vic is coming along quite well
after his heart surgery and is now
home.
I want to especially thank the
fellows from the coffee klatch for
leaving their steaming brew to help
me move some of my extra
furniture, especially (the piano). I
want to thank Mr. Bryans as I
believe he grunted the loudest. Tom
Garness receives honourable
mention for helping to move a
rather heavy wardrobe he thought
he wouldn't have to move again
after giving it to me four years ago.
Thanks Fellows.
If any one in Brussels has the
misfortune to have someone at the
hospital and find they have to stay
overnight please let me try to repay
some of you in the only way I can.
You will be more than welcome to
stay here. Visit when you can.
Happy 125th Brussels!
We're proud to be a part of this
community for over 50 years
From left, Jean, Anne, Max and Jim Oldfield
Homecoming
’97
There is limited
“NO FRILLS”
CAMPING
available at the
Maitland Valley
Conservation Park
$10/night
Contact -
Municipal Office
887-6572
for information
• Locally grown beef & pork
• Custom killing Mondays
by appointment
Come in for our famous
Brussels Bologna
as well as
storemade pepperettes, sausages,
headcheese and summer sausage.
We hope you enjoy
your visit!
Brussels 887-6294
From left, Darlene, Jim, Brian, Max, Jean and Stephen Oldfield
Max Oldfield received his golden hammer award
from suppliers, Stanley and Estwing after more
than 50 years in the hardware business.
Many changes have taken place at Oldfield's
during the past 50 years. The business has moved
and expanded to include Radio Shack, the latest
electronic equipment and appliances as well as a
full line of hardware products.
Oldfield Pro Hardware
& Radio Shack
Brussels (519)887-6851