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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-09-10, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10,1997. Plenty for young and old to enjoy at annual event Little rider Photos by Les Cook and Janice Becker A 1932 Ford miniature car, owned and driven by Tom Penhole, cruised the fairgrounds at Blyth this past weekend for the Huron Pioneer Thresher Reunion, much to the delight of his young passenger, whose smile for the camera maybe didn't show, but could offer a friendly wave in passing. Fresh produce A slice at a time A log is slowing trimmed into planks, then 2x6s, as Wilbert Philippi operates the steam- powered sawmill at the Huron Pioneer Thresher Reunion, Sept. 5 to 7, in Blyth. A farm show just wouldn't be complete without a selection of fresh fruits and vegetables. Thousands of visitors to Blyth were offered a choice of tasty edibles during the reunion. On course All fired up Steam engines were smoking and chugging in all corners of the Thresher park as enthusiasts showed off their machines as well as steam-powered equipment such as small sawmills and shingle makers. He maybe didn't get them to jump through hoops, but this border collie, owned by Jim and Ruth Clark demonstrated how with a little leadership you can steer just about anything in the right direction. This si the second year the couple's dogs have shown people at the Thresher Reunion how they get sheep and ducks to tow the line.