Huron Expositor, 2007-07-11, Page 5Opinion
The Huron Expositor • July 11, 2007 Ppge 5
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Generous response to head -shaving events
makes young Seaforth woman proud
To the Editor,
About a month ago my head was
shaved.
For those of you that have seen
me at work, no it was not a bet and
it wasn't even -a mistake I made
from the weekend. It was a much
anticipated fundraiser that
involved donating my hair to can-
cer (Wigs for Kids) and money
donations to Childcan.
My goal was to raise $1,000 and
then I would shave my head.
However, the Seaforth community
was more generous than I realized
and within a month, I had almost
tripled my goal with a donation of
$2,900!
I would like to take this opportu-
nity to thank my school community
for supporting my cause financial-
ly, socially and emotionally.
I also` think it is important to
recognize individuals who support-
ed me and allowed me to collect
donations in front of their busi-
nesses.
My biggest donors were eight-
year -olds, Shanna and Kelsey
Cardno, who collected donations
instead of birthday presents. They
are without a doubt some very spe-
cial young ladies - good job girls!
Thank you to all- the boys at St.
Anne's (and a couple of my cousins)
who agreed to have their heads
and hairstyles auctioned off to the
students of St. Anne's.
My Aunt Shelley [McGavin] was
our hair dresser. She shaved my
head and supplied the equipment
for everybody else's to be done.
Mark Beaven shaved his head
(and eyebrows) last Week in
Brussels and is still collecting
donations. Marianne Hebb, the
Childcan representative, was at
both events.
To those of you that donated, you
know who you are. You should
already feel pretty proud of your-
selves and know the good you've
done—but I know you've done even
better.
When good intentions like these
are supported with action, it starts
the movement that creates hope -
the kind of hope that saves
lives...maybe our own, someday.
When we care this much about
something it doesn't matter how
much change is left on your wallet
or how much hair is left on your
head, and I think we've proved
that.
Thanks again and good job,
Seaforth! You made me proud.
Stacie Van Miltenburg
Seaforth, Ont
Only escape from
holidays is work
From Page 4
clean up the horse shoe pit and
now I hear, rumours to rebuild the
deck.
The only escape is work.
Eighteen people for one week in
a five bedroom cottage; could your
family keep it together?
Construction beginon new theatre
ck in 1932
in S
July 7, 1882
On Tuesday morning, the fire
alarm in Seaforth was rung from
both bells. Dried leaves and decora-
tions left over from Christmas were
piled at the rear of the St. Thomas.
church and accidentally set afire. A
few pails of water extinguished the
fire and no serious damage was
done.
Upwards of 1,000 people attend-
ed the Dominion Day picnic in the
grove behind the Irishtown
Church. About $700 was realized
from the day's fun.
Since July 12, 1881, T. A. Sharp
of Seaforth has shipped to
American markets, 49 car loads of
horses, thus making over $150,000
that has been paid out by this one
buyer for horse flesh in this vicini-
ty.
The foundation for the new sta-
tion building was laid.
Construction of the new edifice has
commenced. Most citizens feel
badly that the old station will be
torn down.
The residence of William Payne
of Brucefield was recently
destroyed by fire. Destroyed was
the building, contents and $70 in
cash deposited in a bureau drawer.
July 12, 1907
Barrister of Seaforth, Francis
Holmstead, was appointed Police
Magistrate for Seaforth and sur-
rounding municipalities.
A. M. Campbell, one of four
buggy dealers in Seaforth has dis-
posed of 35 new buggies this sea-
son. Prosperity is evident in this
section.
A new paint shop and paper
hanging business was recently
opened by Messrs. Graves and
Connor. The new business is locat-
ed on Main Street, west of
Morrow's livery stable.
Formerly of McKillop township,
George Gray of Elgin, Manitoba
sustained a broken thigh when
kicked while unhitching a bronco.
His was one of five fractures in one
week, making a record number of
accidents in that district.
Well known horse buyer of
Goderich, Jas McCluskey, sold a
three year old gelding for $300.
The colt was sired by the excellent
stock horse "Southpart" owned by
Mr. T.J. Berry of Hensall.
July 1, 1932
Many competitors entered the
annual Huron County livestock
and domestic science judging corn-
' petition in Clinton. Presented with
the silver cup by W.G. Medd, M.L.A
for having the most points was
Edward Johns of Seaforth with 923
out of a possible 1,000.
While attending church on
Sunday, Mr. and Mrs, Geo. Walker
of Hensall had their house entered
and a quantity of clothing taken.
Former citizens of Seaforth, they
farmed on the property now own by
Geo. Lowery.
Mr. McKenzie who will do the
construction work on the new the-
atre, arrived Monday and com-
menced tearing out the inside of
the Strong block, where the theatre
will be located.
Proceeds amounted to over $50 at
the annual C.W.L. strawberry sup-
per held in St. James' Hall. It was
considered a success.
July 19, 1957
A Seaforth merchant for 55 years
and a barber for 62 year, Elgin H.
Close sold his shop in the
Commercial Hotel to his competitor
John Pullman. He first came to
Seaforth from Stratford in 1902
when he was invited to join the
Seaforth band.
Seaforth LOL 793 and LOBA
joined more than 2,000 Orangemen
who paraded in Listowel on July
12th. Upwards of 10,000 people
attended the annual Orange Walk
to make the celebration the largest
in the town's history.
Janet MacGregor of RR2
Seaforth, along with 200 girls,
attended the 4-H homemaking
Club at OAC, Guelph. Almost
every county in Ontario was repre-
sented at the four day meet.
July 14, 1982
Seaforth residents were aw -
ened Monday morning by the fire
siren as firemen were called in to
put out a fire at the Hessen Haus
Restaurant on Main Street. Ken
Holmes discovered the fire and
called the fire department at 6:42.
An attempt to pay councillors the
same as members of the public
with whom they work on special
committees was defeated in a
recorded vote at Seaforth council
Monday night.
The Seaforth arid District
Community Centres fund raising
campaign id within $40,000 of its
goal. Campaign chairmen Marlen
Vincent said Wednesday morning
the total has reached $479,00 of
the $516,250 to be collected by the
public.