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Huron Expositor, 2007-11-07, Page 5Opinion The Huron Expositor • November 7, 2007 Page 5 Sacrifices of veterans n�ed toaumilimm be honoured as conflict continues around the planet To the Editor, As Remembrance Day looms on the horizon, I find myself reflecting on the past, and seriously contemplating the many challenges of the future. Unfortunately, the past 100 years have not been a shining example of humanity at its finest. Quite to the contrary, in the past centu- ry alone, mankind has engaged in numerous military conflicts costing us countless thou- sands of lives. That said, the silver lining to the cloud is the tremendous and proud legacy that has been passed to us by those who served and by those who serve today. We, who have never known war, owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to those who spent their youth in defence of freedom. Their contribution is now a part of our history and their legacy is part of our collective heritage. As we approach Remembrance Day 2007, we owe it to the next generation, our children and grandchildren, to recall the sacrifices of our past and present heroes. This Nov. 11, I would urge all Canadians, young and young at heart, to take a moment to reflect and to remember the gifts that we have been given. They include the peace and free- dom that we enjoy today, the democratic insti- tutions that we depend on and the personal security that we cherish, were all purchased with the blood of Canadian soldiers. Please remember that as you stand in Legions, at cenotaphs, and on main streets across Huron -Bruce this Nov 11. The intent of this exercise is to encourage all Canadians to reflect and to honour the sacri- fices made by our brave and courageous veter- ans who defended this country during its dark- est hours. May those who have gone before us have our remembrance, our gratitude and may they rest in peace. Paul Steckle, MP Huron -Bruce Live flowers a great idea, but impossible To the Editor, Due to bureaucratic red tape, each Legion throughout Canada must buy wreaths and pop- pies from Dominion Command. For dispersal on Poppy and Remembrance Day, orders must be in on Sept. 7 of every year. Therefore, live flowers are an impossibility, albeit a great suggestion. Thank you for your interest and continued support of donations on the Poppy Drive. Rick Fortune Poppy Chair Seaforth Legion Br. #156 Seaforth and area observers watch for Sputnik 1 over weekend in 1957 November 3, 1882 As William Evans Jr. of McKillop was returning home from Patrick Burk's, he was attacked by a bull owned by John Hughes when he was crossing the latter's field. The enraged animal closed rapidly on the pursued man and 'with one dash tore his clothing to ribbons. Mr. Evans succeeded in climbing a tree and was rescued when his cries brought assistance. Last spring Isaac Lonstraith of Seaforth, planted 13 pounds of White Star potatoes. This fall, he had as the proceeds, nine and a half bushels, which he sold for $20. About a year ago a mare was sold in Seaforth for $7. Purchased by Robert Elgie of Tuckersmith, he sold a seven -month-old colt from her for $120. The scamp who defrauded Mr. Megarey last week, by passing a $1 bill altered to five, has been sent to Central Prison for one year. Thomas Coleman, Seaforth, rode to Clinton on his bicycle in 45 min- utes, only dismounting when ascending Stapleton Hill. November 8, 1907 Tuckersmith council paid R. Frost $1,625.70 for the construction of the Egmondville sidewalks. This is a rate of 10 cents per square foot. The entire cost of the work will be born by the property fronting on the walks. Maple Hall, home of Mrs. F. Case had a narrow escape when it was discovered the kitchen was on fire. The Hook and Ladder Company was contacted, who brought the blaze under control by the time the fire brigade arrived. Seaforth has laid down nearly five miles of cement sidewalk this year. The Harpurhey cemetery has been greatly improved in appear- ance with the erection of a new wire fence. The work was complet- ed by Thomas Lane of Egmondville. - October 28, 1932 James E. Willis recently learned he was a successful competitor in a limerick contest sponsored by a tobacco firm. As a result, he was presented with a wrist watch. Seaforth wrestlingjans saw their first exhibition of the sport in town when three matches took place at the Palace Rink. The crowd, which was limited in number, fully enjoyed the display. George A. Sills brought into the Expositor office a January 8, 1867 invitation to the new Years Ball, which was held in Rattenbury's Hotel, Brucefield. The invitation was written in long hand. William Kerr was elected presi- dent of the Seaforth Highlanders Band, when members gathered in the band rooms for the annual meeting. After the meeting, mem- bers adjourned to the Commercial Hotel, where a fine banquet await- ed them. December 6, 1957 The recently organized Seaforth Kinsmen Club received its charter when more than 200 Kinsmen rep- resenting 32 clubs were present for the ceremony and dinner. Officers of the new club include, president Jack Webb; vice-president, Alvin Riley; registrar, Francis Hiusser; secretary, Ray Chambers; treasur- er, Clayton Dennis; bulletin editor, Darrel Seigmiller; directors Cleave Coombs, William Hodgert and Ken Powell. Members of the Seaforth, Hensall and area R.C.A.F. Observation Corps joined other watchers around the world in an effort to sight the end of the rocket of Sputnik 1 over the weekend. Dick Eisler is chief observer for the corps. The observa- tion post is located at the residence of William Miller in Egmondville. gob Allan, RR1, Brucefield, who was declared "Bean King" by judges at the Royal Winter Fair, was elected president of the Huron County Soil and Crop Improvement Association. Recalling the Christmas cake he used to get in Seaforth years ago, and how every Christmas he wished he had one, Joe Brown, a former resident, now living in New York, decided to phone Crich's Bakery and place an order for two cakes. November 10, 1982 Seaforth has a new mayor and a new reeve, as veteran Bill Dale was defeated in Monday's election. -Alf Ross, who's just completing his first term on council, was elected mayor. He defeated council veteran, Bob -Dinsmore. Bill Campbell, retired road superintendent in McKillop township, won the three way race for reeve. One no and one maybe were the answers after two major buildings were discussed by the 1981-1982 council at its final meeting Tuesday night. And Seaforth may lease space in a yet -to -be constructed building for its public works department. Hibbert council will have two new members when it meets in December after voters in the town- ship elected one new councillor and a new reeve.