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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2004-09-23, Page 13By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 Old times At the Thresher Reunion, held Sept. 10, 11, 12, Kerri Coxon, left, drives the steam engine, which she purchased at the age of 19 in 1999. The boiler was completely replaced and all the other parts restored. Betty Hulley, right, of Londesborough, whose family had owned the engine for many years, had been told that the family was bringing the engine to Blyth. This Thresher Reunion was the first show to which the engine had travelled. (Photo submitted) THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2004. PAGE 13. Baptism at United Church The 43rd Thresher Reunion in Blyth may be in the society's history book but for one of Londesbotough's .residents it was a reunion of a different sort that will be remembered for some time. Betty Hulley took a ride on a restored Waterloo steam engine which had belonged to her family for many years. It is believed that Billie Cole bought the steam engine in Waterloo and arranged to have it brought to Londesborough by train. Unfortunately when the engine arrived Mr. Cole was not there to unload it. The train would be late at its next stop that day so the minister in Londesborough at the time, who had his steam papers, had to be summoned to unload the machine. Billie Cole and his hired man, a Mr. Johnston, worked the machine for the next few years. William Addison, Betty's grandfather, who lived at Lot 8, conc. 10 of Hullett Twp. was the next owner. About three years later, in 1917. Betty's father, George Addison, purchased the engine - from his father at the age of 17. George threshed with the engine in this area of Huron County until the end of the season in 1941 with the help of Bob Grumbally, Joe Storey, George Hoggart, Harold Longman and Lloyd Stewart. Each farmer who employed. George to thresh for him was told to have on hand, when the engine . arrived, a pile of wood to feed the boiler. Water was brought to the machine in a water tank on a wagon drawn by a team of horses. A buzz saw was attached to the back of the engine for cutting wood as well. One of Betty's friends recalls George heading home after dark along the country roads with coal oil lamps hanging on the engine for light. The farmers' wives fed the team when the threshers arrived, Grace Tebbutt was helping a farm wife, Mrs. Stoddard, when George came for meals. The couple were married in 1930. The steam engine sat behind the shed on the Addison farm on Lot 8, Conc. 9 of Hullett Twp. for many years. Betty and her cousins invented games around the en-gine. Eventually, the unused steam engine found a home in Londesborough in a shed on property owned by the Hulleys. Kerri Coxon and her father purchased the engine from Betty in October of 1999 and the machine has a new home in Milverton. By this time the former steam giant was nose down on the ground for the front wheels had come off. This year the machine, restored to former glory, made an appearance at the Reunion and Betty, along with her children, who knew the machine well, renewed their attachment to it. The Happy Gang Seniors resume regular gatherings again on Wednesday, Sept 29 at the Londesborough Community Hall. Fellowship begins with a potluck meal at 12:30 p.m. The group welcomes new members to be part of their activities. Card playing will he part of this first get-together. Three young children joined the family of God at Londesborough United Church on Sunday, Sept. 19 through the Sacrament of Baptism. Watching the service with love and recommitting themselves to watch over and aid in the Christian Many celebrate birthdays Birthday wishes go to Twyla Knight, Sept. 23: Grace Smith, Sept. 26; Emma Badley, Glenna Seddon, Jean Fraser and Mark Swart, Sept. 27. Happy anniversary to Doug and Jean Evans, Sept. 23; Alan and Shirley Baker, Sept. 25; Brian and Nancy Alexander, Sept. 26; Cheryl and Wayne McTaggart and Larry and Cindy Morrison, Sept. 28 and Grace and Harry Smith, Sept. 30. Congratulations to the many who walked or rode in the Terry Fox Run on Sunday and to those who sponsored them. Most of us have family members or close friends touched by cancer and pray for a cure for all types of cancer. Many volunteers started on Sunday getting ready for the Brussels fair. The work continued every day until things were put away after the fair on Wednesday, so let the board know how you enjoyed the fair. Do you have a ticket for the Legion elimination draw for Sept. 25? Good luck to all. Eleanor Stevenson attended the wedding of her grandson Danny Blake to Tara Rebels in the Catholic church in Stratford with a reception following in the Stratford Legion. Ball—fans had to be hardy and dedicated as they watched their favourite teams in the year-end tournaments for Huron in Exeter and Perth in Mitchell. On Sunday red faces could be blamed on the wind more than the sun. Chris and Shelly Smith entertained friends and grandparents of their son Hudson for his fourth birthday on the weekend. growth of these children were friends, relatives and regular churchgoers. Baptized by Rev. Pat Cook were Ciara June, Airdrie, daughter of Joseph and Robin Airdrie, Brianna Amanda Knox, daughter of Christopher Knox and FROM CRANBROOK Euchre results Mary Huether, Edna McLellan and Neil Hatt hosted the Cranbrook card party on Friday, Sept. 17. Share-the-wealth winners were Isabelle Bremner and Leota Thompson. Eva Harrison won the travelling lone hand prize. Myrna Burnett had the most points for women and John Subject had the most for men. Those not so lucky were Leota Thompson and Bill Craig. Winners of the most lone hands were Beryl Smith, Allan Edgar and Adrian Verstoep. Tally card winners were Keith Turnbull, Eluned McNair, Lois McLean, Helen Dobson, Marion Harrison, Viola Adams, Neil Hatt. Mary Davidson, Lloyd Web& and Verna Crawford. The next card party will be on Oct 1. - Amy Ruttan and Braden MacKenzie Radford, son of Michael and Pam Radford. During her message Rev. Cook noted that children are the future of the church and faith. All members must teach this faith and encourage children's growth with God, Assisting Rev. Pat were members of the session - Marjorie Duizer who presented certificates and Laura Scott who presented each mother with a candle signifying the new light/child in God's world. The senior choir offered an appropriate anthem for the occasion, Take My Life, Lead Me Lord. In the responsive psalm, Psalm 138, David praises God for all His care recognizing that His mercy is everlasting. The story of Timothy, disciple of Paul, is found in 11 Timothy 1:1-14 and was the text for the morning's message, "Increasing Our Faith". Timothy learned the stories of Jesus from his mother, Eunice and grandmother, Lois, who were early Christians. His faith brought him to the work of God with disciple, Paul. When Paul suggested he stay behind and preach on his own, Timothy had doubts of his capability. Paul assured him that Timothy would find the power for the work if he had faith in his God given talents. Likewise God gave each of His children gifts of faith, power, love and self-discipline and hopes each will use these gifts to serve. Like yeast, which grows in the proper circumstances, faith will grow and increase as we teach and share our faith. Facing fear and the unknown with faith in God's care increases our own faith. Youth from Grades 6, 7 and 8 are invited to meet at Hullett Central Public School on Friday, Sept. 24 from 7 to 9 p.m. for an evening of games and fellowship. Call Crystal Whyte for more info (527-2937). Tickets are available for Fashion Through the Years, sponsored by the UCW on Friday, Oct. 1. Those involved in the show are asked to attend a rehearsal after. church on Sunday, Sept. 26. FROV LONDESBORO 12 attend Cheerio Club dinner Twelve members of the Cheerio Club dined at the Corner Café in Londesborough midday on Wednesday, Sept. 15. Marie Glousher welcomed the ladies to her home for the after- noon. A serenity prayer by Dorothy Johnston opened the business portion of their gathering, followed by roll call. A meeting at Van Egmond House will be considered for a future meeting. Betty Fisher won the gift of the month given by Margaret Good. A get well card for former member, Audrey Thompson, was signed by the ladies. The remainder of the afternoon was spent playing cards. Their next meeting will be Oct 20. The Brussels Agricultural Society thanks the following individuals and companies who have contributed to this year's Fall Fair. We couldn't have done it without you. Brussels Lions Club, Brussels Optimists, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Brussels Horticultural Society, David and Joan Perrie, Brussels Transport, Wescast Industries Inc., Huron Feeding Systems, John McKercher Construction, Brussels Livestock, Molesworth Farm Supply Ltd., St. Willibrord, Sunshine Country Consulting, Brussels Agri Services Ltd., Brussels Village Market, West Wawanosh Mutual Insurance, Brussels Agromart, Parrish & Heimbecker, Don Dalton, Boyds Elevators, Bauer Farms, KL Bray Farms, Northrup King, Pioneer Sales, Bramhill Seeds, McGavin Farm Supply, J.N. Cardiff Farms, Dauphin Feed & Supply, Ken Johnston, Zahnd Real Estate Ltd., Carol Boneschansker, McCall Livestock, D&J Construction, Howick Mutual Insurance Co„ Vincent Farm Equipment, Foxton Fuels, Sholdice Insurance Ltd., Trillium Mutual Insurance, Keith Mulvey, Kraemer Concrete Ltd., Crawford, Mill & Davies. Thanks to the following supporters of the Ambassador of the Fair Competition Glen Farms. Municipality of Huron East, Bainton's Old Mill, Blake's Orchard, G&M Auto Parts, Radar Auto Parts, Ontario's Finest Inns, Avon-Pat Langlois, Sholdice Insurance, Turning Heads & Making Waves, Chris TenPas, Huron Feeding Systems, McCall Livestock, J.R.'s Family Restaurant, Barmy Tech, Blyth Festival, Brussels Agricultural Society, Brussels Agromart, J.L. McCutcheon Motors, Brussels Variety, Holly's Hair & Tanning Salon, McDonald Home Hardware, Oldfield True Value, It's a Shear Thing, Aloette Cosmetics - Donna Bauer, Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 218. And the Ambassador Sponsors Huronlea Auxiliary, Brussels Fire Department, Cardiff Bar-B-Q Catering, Walton Women's Institute. Thanks also to the many people who contribute to the fair Specials, to all those who donated items to the Silent Auction and to those who baked pies for the food booth.