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Home My WebLink AboutThe Huron Expositor, 1994-03-02, Page 22 -THE HURON EXPOSITOR, March 2, 1994 J Community Property improvement awards given BY DAVID SCOTT Expositor Staff Dental work and a now porch were keys for the two Seaforth LACAC 1993 Designated Property Improvement Awards presented In Town Council Chambers by Seaforth Mayor Hazel Hildebrand on Feb. 24. The Commercial Property Improvement Award went to Ken and Liz Cardno for their storefront work at 39 - 41 Main Street South; Cardno's Men's Wear and Seaforth Insurance Brokers. The storefront work on the Cardno building included painting and restoration of 'dental work,' a roof -line trim. Seaforth Insurance Brokers and Cardno's Men's Wear form part of the Cardno block originally built by Alexander Cardno (great-grandfa- ther of Ken Cardno) in the 1870s. The old Cardno opera hall is located on the floor above the stores. It was in operation from 1877-1954 and was a major venue of live entertainment by both local and travelling troupes. Exterior renovations were done to Cardno Hall in 1983-84. The Residential Property. Improvement Award was presented to Don and Kathy Pletsch of 19 Sparling St. for the complete recon- struction and restoration of the original front porch on the Pletsch Residence. The Sparling St. house was desig- nated in May, 1990 under the NEW ZEALAND ORANGE ROUGHY Fillets 9.99 LB. DELI SLICED, MEAT LOAF 4.89 LB. RUMP STEAK OR SIRLOIN ROASTS TIP 3169 LB. DAVID SCOTT PHOTO RESIDENTIAL WINNERS The home of Don and Kathy Pletsch at 19 Sparling St., Seaforth won the Seaforth LACAC's 1993 Residential Property Improvement Award for their rebuilt front porch. Ontario Heritage Act. A few of the doors with etched and handpainted highlights of the house include a with floral motifs, and an elaborate leaded cut -glass front door, stained staircase. I.V. Fear began construe - glass transom, sliding living room DAVID SCOTT PHOTO COMMERCIAL WINNERS - The Seaforth LACAC's 1993 Commercial Property Improvement Award went to Ken and Liz Cardno for their storefront work on Seaforth Insurance Brokers and Cardno's Mens Wear. 'The House nobody wanted' BY DAVID SCOTT Expositor Staff They live in `The House That Nobody Wanted.' That was the title of a presentation made by Paul and Joan Spittal of RR 3, Seaforth at the Seaforth LACAC's Designated Property Improvements Awards night at town hall on Feb. 24. The Spinals moved in 1988 from their two-storey house in Goderich which they had built only 10 years earlier to their current one and three-quarter storey Gothic farm house on the Bayfield Road which once belonged to Bible Bill Aberhart, founder of the Social Credit party in Canada. "Some people thought we were out of our minds to forsake this comfortable niche in favour of a country address," said Joan Spittal However the property met their two important conditions: 1) The house had potential, 2) It was located near a town. "The house appeared unremark- able at first glance. However, upon closer inspection one could see the house had potential," said Joan Spittal. Their adventures began on the first trip to the house when Paul Spittal and his brother Peter jacked up the home which caused some cracking in plaster and walls. They also discovered the water in the house was contaminated when Peter poured some whiskey in a glass, added water and the drink turned black. The drilling of a new well was one of the first priorities. In order to make the home more comfortable for their family of four they decided to hire architect John Rutledge of Ooderich to assist in renovations. Exterior The summer of 1989 the Spinals removed the asbestos siding the previous owners had added in 1947. Some rotted sections of the exposed wooden siding had to be remade to match the original. Green and white were chosen as the paint colours for the exterior, "Some people thought we were out of our minds..." consistent with the original house. In 1990-91, a solution was found for the installation of a new bath- room. A wall in an upstairs back hall was moved to create more space. During the same time the kitchen was also relocated to its present position, adjoining the dining room. The kitchen and upstairs bathroom were done at the same time as the pipes for both went together. A galley style kitchen was constructed with a peninsula and cupboards. During this period, a new septic system was also built. "Wells, sep- tic systems, electrical service, etc., are all considerations when purchas- ing country property; said Joan Spittal. The framework and trim in the old farm houses is normally fancy at the front of the house and simpler as you get further into the house, explained Paul Spittal, who also emphasized the importance of having an architect help with resto- ration and renovation. "The architect will solve the problems, if you follow the sugges- tions," he said. Optional 'A, B and C' plans were drawn up for the Spittals for additions to the house. Most recently, restoration of the dining room was started. During the work an original stencil design for the house was discovered under layers of wallpaper. As well an unusual free-hand design on the walls done in coloured charcoal and protected by clear varnish was Farm registration The deadline is approaching for the final group of Ontario farmers to register their farms with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food. If the fifth character of your postal code is between T and Z, the registration deadline is March 15, 1994. Farms in Ontario reporting a tion on the current Pletsch house in 1899. Fear was involved in the founding of the first telephone system in Seaforth. FRESH COLBYj HOWN EESE 3.99 LB. SIDE RIBS PORK 2.19 LB. (Tips off & Split) FRESH CHICKEN WINGS Z.29 LB. STORE CUT, SALMON [STEAKS 6.29 LB. SEAFORTH GROCERY 23 Main St. S. 527-2044 CLOVER LEAF 184 g. CHUNK TUNA 1.0": OIL/WATER NO NAMETM LEMON FRESH LAUNDRY DETERGENT .49 12 L. NAME NAMETM SQUEEZE KETCHUP1.49 SALADA OP TEA BAGS 2.99 80'S NO NAME"' ALL PURPOSE FLOURl.09 ROMAINE TOMATOES LETTUCE ----BARGE SIZE 694 69y We take phone orders to serve you better! Free Delivery in Egmondville & Seaforth Wee Willy's Baked Goods Now Available We Reserve the right to limit quantities to normal family requirements. MON., TUES., WED., & SAT. 8:30 am - 6:00 pm THCRS. & FRI., 8:30 am • 9:00 pm - SENIORS 5% DISCOUNT EVERY WEDNESDAY ON TOP QUALITY (e/a44113 discovered. Some re -plastering, re -stencilling and wallpapering still remains to do in a few rooms. "When you initially look at the place you can be overwhelmed...but don't be scared to renovate," said Joan Spittal, who offers the follow- ing tips to would-be renovators: • You must be either handy, pre- pared to learn as you go, or be a millionaire) • Patience is not only a virtue but a necessity. • A sense of humour is a must. She closed with the comment "We have come to the awareness that we are not so much owners of this interesting old house and farm but stewards of the land who will eventually pass along this honour and obligation to the next owners." History or the Spittal House The property was part of the original 100 -acre farm which spanned both sides of the Bayfleld River and was purchased by William McConnell (a farmer and clerk of Tuckersmith Township), from the Canada Company in 1852. The first house on the property was a log cabin. From historical references, the present house was built some time prior to 1879. Previous owners of the Spittal's home included the Aberhart family, including William ("Bibb Bill") Aberhart, who later became Premier of Alberta during the Depression - years and founded the Social Credit partThe farm and house eventually passed to two generations of the Boyes family. The Spinals pur- chased the property from Ethel Boyes in 1988. deadline nears gross farm income of $7,000 our more are required to register with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food under an Act that received Royal Assent on October 26, 1993. If you have addition questions on the program, please call the Clinton OMAF Office at 482-3428 or 1- 800-265-5170. SAVE S9 ACRYUC LATEX PRIER -SEALER INDERCOATER nrw . v Muer. ..w 11118 „1,... SAVE S9 SAVE `11 Ask Your Sico Paint Expert D TSP Wallcleaner ❑ Filler For Holes q,. Grit of Sandpaper [� Tape ❑ Drop Sheets D Primer / Sealer / Undercoater (What's the difference?) ❑ Proper Brush Latex? Alkyd? O Right Pile of Roller Sleeve O Roller Frame Size? 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