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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-06-09, Page 3THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9, 1999. PAGE 3. Council hears more on bloom project Milestone Adeline and Harold Campbell celebrated 60 years of marriage with family and friends on Sunday. An afternoon tea was held at Blyth United Church, which was followed by a family dinner at Holmesville. (Mark Nonkesphoto) By Janice Becker Citizen staff Bev Elliott attended the June 7 session of Blyth council to bring members up-to-date on the progress of the Communities in Bloom pro­ ject. Letters had been sent to all the companies, organizations and the school, seeking their involvement in beautifying the village. The Horticultural Society had donated $200 towards the project which was used to print pamphlets to encourage participation and out­ line contest categories which will be run in conjunction with Commu­ nities in Bloom. Anyone interested in entering the community contest should contact Elliott or Luann Taylor prior to July 7. The judging will be done a few days prior to the official Communi­ ties in Bloom competition. Buttons and raffle tickets are being sold to raise money to sup- port the endeavour. Monies raised will be used for main street improvements. The Grade 5 class at Blyth Public School has been asked to create posters for store windows and a flag pole has been donated by Grant Sparling so the village can fly the Canadian and Communities in Bloom flags at the north and south ends of Blyth. The committee will purchase the other pole. Another touch which will bright­ en the community throughout the summer is the addition of silver bows to light standards along main street. Elliott said these will go up in honour of the Festival’s 25th anniversary. A Hummer Day is planned for July 21, two days before the judg­ ing. It is hoped everyone will get out their lawnmowers and hedge trimmers to put those finishing touches on the landscaping. On July 23, Grant Sparling will drive the judges around the outly- ing areas of the community in an antique fire truck. In the afternoon, they will be taken by horse and buggy through the village proper and along the Greenway Trail. Elliott said she believes Blyth has a very good chance to win the com­ petition because of the effort put in by residents. Spa Essentials Kelly Clark 523-4793 | • facials • acrylic nails • manicures • make-up lesson • pedicures • make-up application • waxing • body treatments • paraffin treatments • eyelash/eyebrow tinting • eyelash perming Couple marks 60th 17 attend Seniors meeting It was May 27, 1939, when Harold Alexander Campbell and Adeline Isabol Cardiff were mar­ ried at the bride’s parents’ home in Grey Twp., by Brussels United Church minister Rev. Harry Mahoney. The couple was attended by the bride’s aunt, Addie Cardiff and the groom’s brother John Campbell. Following their marriage the newlyweds took up residence at Cone. 7 in Grey, then moved to Brussels, where they lived for six months before coming to Blyth, where they have lived ever since. Harold and his brother, John formed a partnership when J.H. Campbell Transport was purchased in 1947. Adeline was a seamstress for many years and also did alter­ ations for the Needlecraft Shoppe and later Vai’s Fashions in Blyth. The couple raised four children, Bill of Blyth, who joined his father as a partner in the business follow­ ing his uncle’s retirement; Dwight, who with his brother-in-law operat­ ed a chicken hatchery in Truro, NS before retiring, Nancy Wasson and Frances Bearss, both of whom have backgrounds in business and mar­ keting. The Campbells also have 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grand­ children. The couple enjoys an active social live within the community. Adeline has been soloist at many local and area weddings and churches and loves to paint por­ traits. They are members of Blyth United Church and of the Order of the Eastern Star in Clinton, of which Harold is a past Worthy Patron. He is also a Past Master and a member of Blyth Masonic Lodge, while Adeline has been a member of Blyth United Church choir for most of 50 years with few interrup­ tions. Though Harold has not yet retired, he admits that these days he is thinking about it. The Campbells are fond of home and family and feel very fortunate to have many good friends and employees who have been loyal and faithful through the years. Honouring this 60th anniversary couple at a tea on Sunday at Blyth United Church were family, friends and neighbours with those closest to them sharing a celebration din­ ner in the evening at the White Car­ nation in Holmesville. Special guests of the day were Rev. Cecil Whittich and his wife Sharon, special friend Doris (Mrs. George) Cowan, a childhood friend of Adeline’s and Rev. Lorenzo Ramirez and his wife Norma. The Blyth Swinging Seniors met in the Blyth Memorial Hall on May 26 at noon for a potluck dinner. About 17 members attended. After dinner President Lawrence Plaetzer called the' meeting to order. A sing-song followed with Elva Brown at the piano. The only birthday in May was Harv McDowell and the only wedding anniversary was Feme and Harvey’s 56th anniversary. Janet Lawrie introduced the guest, Sally Lawton from the Seniors Day Care Centre. She told of the many activities available, therapy, a foot care clinic once a month, entertainment and full­ course meals at noon to name a few. Jean Nethery reported on the upcoming bus trip on June 16. There are still a few seats available. Kay Hesselwood said the Auxiliary will be having a casserole supper on the evening the euchre playing resumes Sept. 20. Profits go towards the upkeep of the hall. The Seniors picnic will be held on July 28 in Lions Parks with a potluck dinner at noon, all are welcome. 159 Dinsley E. Blyth Specialized packages 8 gift certificates CORRECTION Please change the phone number for Treebelt, RR 1, Auburn in The Citizen s phone book to 523-9771 in the bold listings BLYTH LEGION DECORATION SERVICE at ENTER TO WIN Buy your tickets today! Blyth Blossoms in '99 Draw Tuesday, June 29 at Blyth BBA meeting 1st prize - Landscape Consultation with Robert Hunking $75.00 value 2nd prize - Blue Spruce donated by Treebelt Landscaping & Supplies $50.00 value 3rd prize - Summer Fertilizer Application donated by Lawn Ranger & Co. 4th prize - Large flowering basket donated by Greyhaven Gardens $30.00 value Tickets $2. each or 3/$5.00 Sponsored by Blyth Business Association Blyth Union Cemetery Sunday, June 13, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome Chalk Drawing Contest 1999 ..................................................I I And the Winner; are* Ages 7 and under Christopher Becker - gift from Remember When Tyan Bailey - a gift from Carol's Candies and Collectables Kirby Cook - a gift from Blyth General Store Collin Whitfield - a gift from Luann's Country Flowers Jordon Rinn - a gift from Black Creek Clothing Ages 8 -12 Tyler Howatt - $20. gift certificate from the Green Gallery Jenna Rinn - $20. gift certificate from Salon 54 Hailey Hulzebos - $20. gift certificate from Chauncey's Hairstyling Amy Cook - $20. gift certificate from Olde Village Accents Ages 13-18 Andrea Cardiff Group - $20. gift certificate from Buy The Pound Becky Nethery Group - $20. gift certificate from The Old Mill Heather Elliott - 2 pizzas from The Blyth Inn Katie Cook - $20 gift certificate from Dressing Room Only Ages 19-99 Jackie Cook - $20 gift certificate from Bainton's Old Mill Jason Lucio - $20. gift certificate from Blyth Apothecary Gail Bailey - $20. gift certificate from Radford Fuels Tom Bailey - 2 tickets to Blyth Festival Mon. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Closed Sunday greenhouse Still has a good selection of high/ quality plants Including: hanging bags hanging baskets annuals perennials vegetable plants & we've made up some new mixed planters Check out our greenhouse specials all this week County Rd. #25 - 3 minutes west of Blyth Jack & Sylvia Nonkes 523-9456 & Katherine Ulley ■ Scenic painter both from The Blyth Festival Thank you to all the participants who did such a fine job.