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Replacing colorful names with numbers
When the postal code was another bunch of numbers Erni. many dio had enough American zip code was wise Bellevue, Wasaga Beach,
introduced in Canada a few and letters. Furthermore, if tram, memorizing our Gem for our mail still doesn't get Severn Bridge, Kerma, Pao
years ago, it was met with we didn't get them right, the eerie without trying to recall through any zippier. tage La Prairie, Saskatoon,
trepidation and complaints. computer would run amuck, a fr% code a thousand One of the fears enpreesed Medicine Hat, Kamloops,
We, the public. were sup- and if our mail never reach- miles away. Keeping an up- was that one day the postal Salmon Arm, Whitehorse and
dated address book handy code would replace the MUMS Yellowknife.
became a necessity. of cities and towns on To replace these with
We pereevaved. though, andenveinfans- something like 2114W 2J4
gradually, the Canadian Canada is blessed With pie- seemed almost criminal.
postal code became a part of tureaque names and places Fortunately, the postal
our addressing system. The from coast to coast - code didn't take over corn -
&down not to call it by a Bonavista Peggy's Cove, In- plenty, and the names of
snappy name. similar to the chin Harbour, Ste. Anne de Canada's cities and towns still
have their place on our
• envelopes.
Someone else complained
that using both numbers and
letters was cumbersome. The
American zip code, with
numbers only, seemed less
complicated and, perhaps,
easier to remember.
But, to me, numbers are
cold and impersonal. We
already have enough
numbers in our daily lives -
social insurance, driver's
licence, bank account,
telephone...Sea:6day we may
not even have names - just
numbers.
With a little imagination,
the blend of numbers and let-
ters in ow codes can -be made
almost intending. Forexam-
ple, ROC 1111. ROC might lead
to ROCKY MI make a person
think of majestic mountains
Someone might even imagine
they could hear John Denver
singing in the background.
Or, someone else might
decide to go to the movies to
see Rocky III.
NOM IGO might be roughly
translated into NO MY GO or
NO ME GO. NOK 1NO could
become NO CAN KNOW.
NOM 11A is almost medlodic
if the syllables are allowed to
flow together NO -MY -LO.
The last part of !VG 1Y4
could ask the question 'One
Why For?
Concerning the postal
code. many people are still
asking "Why For . "
Giving a postal code over
the telephone can tell a lot
about a person. Some people
like to use names to clarify
the code: "That's 'N' as in
'Ncirman': 'M' as in 'Mary':
'Sas in 'Sally' •
Others prefer to use words:
"That's 'M' as in 'Mother:
•W' as in -way': and 'I" as in
lea for two'.- Or. 'That's 'M'
as in 'majority': 'P' as in
-plurality': and 'V as in
victory''
1' postal code may not be
the speedy deliverer. we had
hoped for. but we seem to be
stuck with it - sure as a
stamp's stuck to a letter - so
we might as well have fun
with it.
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By Elaine Townshend
posed W remember street ed its destination, the blame
numbers and apartment would fall squarely on our
numbers, and now we were shoujeters
being told to remember It was tough. In the begin -
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MIL AND MRS. STEVEN GRAINGER
Koren Ann Middegoal and Steven Leroy Grainger were
joined in marriage .June 12 at St. Michael's Roman
Catholic church in Blyth. Father John Pluto officiated.
The bride is the dciughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tony Mid-
degool, Blyth and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs.
Russell Grainger, Zurich. Karen Erb. Bayfield. was the
maid of honour and bridesmaids were Tracy Erb,
Bayfield, and Lori Ann Lane, and Liz Schuurmans. Lon-
don. Flower giri was Jill Ramer. Paul Middegool, Blyth
was the best man and ushering guests were Bert Mid-
degoal, Bob Mommersteeg and Jim Grainger..
Ringbearer was Brent Grainger. The receptiori was held
at the Blyth Community Centre. Mr. and Mrs. Steven
Grainger are now residing at RR 2 Zurich.
Considerable interest
in ladies' conference
"We're quite a bit ahead of
last year at this time- said
Don Cameron. Head of Condi-
nuing Educaticin at Centralia
College' of Agricultural
Technology when asked about.
anaemic far the late August
conference far rural women.
"We now have more than
one-half the maximum alma-
Onent and there's over one
month to go," he said-
Tbe conference for rural
women, Directions 2 will be
held at Centralia College on
August r7-213. Challenges for
rural women is the theme and
a wide range of topics and
workshops will be available.
The conference begins on
Friday evening with a
welcoming address on **Why
Rural Women are Special -
The evening program will end
with a vrineand cheese recep-
tion and presentation on
women's art and music.
On Saturday a series of
workshops will be held on
topics such as challenges for
women on the farm, an ex-
ploration of individual
creativity. a summary of food
and nutrition and an ex-
amination cif the changes of
family relationship'.
If you are interested plan to
register right away because
span is limited. To register
phone Centralia College at
228-6691. The conference
registration fee is 120.00 and
that is paid after phone
registration, and it bolds your
spot. Overnight accommoda-
tion and breakfast are
available for 110.00 but it will
be payable at registration on
August 77.
DonCameron, Head
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• MR. AND MIS. GERRY PENNINGS
-Debbie Meidinger and Gerry Pennings exchanged mor-
rioge vows May 29 at St. Bonifoce Roman Catholic
Church in Zurich with Fattier Mooney officiating.
Parents of the happy couple ore Mr. and Mrs. Ivan
Meidinger ond Mr. and Mrs. Horry Pennings, both of
Zurich. Jonet Soudont was matron of honour and Rito
Farwell. Rita Kennedy and Toni Rennings were
bridesmaids. The best mon was Martin Gelinos and
Kenny Overholt was the groomsman. Guests were
ushered by Wayne Meidinger and Larry Keller.
Smillie -Elder clan •
unites at Seaforth
nion were from Tucson
Arizona: Las Creeces. New.
Mexico; Grosse Point.
Michigan'„ Ottawa.
Kingsville; Exeter: Water -
down. Blyth : Belleville. St
Thomas: Guelph: Zurich .
London: Fort Erie: Seafarth
Strathroy . Chatham: Varna :
Hensall : Kippen and
Huromiew.
Many of the clan O ere
entertained the day- after the
reunion at the farm home of
Jack and Lorraine:Sandy and
Jeff Peek west of Kippen
The annual re -union of the •
Smillie -Elder clan was held
under sunny skies. July 10 at
Seaforth Lions Park. with an
attendance of ckne to 100 The
swimming pool was well
patronized. and the little tots
droughty,- enjoyed the wading
pool. There was a luncheon at
noon for those arriving at
eleven o'clock for an ex-
ecutive meeting
As the crowd gathered and
all signed the register. there
were impressive greetings
and reminiscing all around.
Several new arrivals Were
proudly introduced and very
much admired by cousins.
uncles and aunts and
grandparents .
At 4 p m Fred and Susan
Elder enthiziastically took
• charge of a fine program of
sports for the young set.
Prizes x -ere awarded
Histonao Lorne Elder of
Chatham had carefully
prepared and displayed on a
long table in the pavilion a
copy of the family tree. which
created much interest.
curiosity and admiration for
a work well done.
A buffet supper. with Elva
Peck as social convener. pro-
ved so popular and delicious
that the tables soon took on a
different appearance
President Jun • Statham.
and secretary John Elder
dealt v:ith the business A
special feature was the 50th
wedding anniversarycake
cutting ceremony of Helen
and Fred Howe. who with
their daughter. Betty Brooks.
d Las Creeces. and atm Dr
Bill. of Niagara Falls. shared
the honours
It was decided that the 1913
reunion should be heid at the
same iocation.
Members attending the ikPu-
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GRADUATES — Dianne
Morie Moody. daughter of
Mrs. Margaret Moody of
Exeter graduated from.
Confederation College in
Thunder Bay in the Social
Services Program on June
12. She is now working in
Fort Frances. Ontario.
MIL AND MRS. ANTHONY DE 1110ER
Marion Hannah DeWeerd and Anthony Henry de Boer
were united in marriage on June 25 at Exeter Chris-
tian Reformed Church by Rev. B. De Jonge. The bride
is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John De Weerd, Lucon
and Mr, and Mrs. Sybren de Boer. Exeter, ore parents
of the groom. Anne Mulder was matron of honour and
brideesmoids were _Christine De Weerd. Henrietta De
Weerd and Sylvia De Weerd. The best mon' was Rob
Penningo and guests were ushered by Orval de Boer,
Harry Knip and Andrew de Boer. A reception was held
at the Exeter Legion. Mr, and Mrs.. de Boer have taken
up residence at RR 2. Aliso Craig.
Photo by Robert Grimminck
Area seniors enjoy
dafif Huronview
Friday was a full • dav for rem WhHtmor. Wilsm McCart-
the start of Senior CItinns' ney. Louie Lawson: Ray
Week held at Huronview. Cantelon and Ken Dale pro -
Pearl McFarlane welcomed vided old time music for the
guests from Seaforth. Hensall residents Monday afternoon
and Dashwood area. Follow- Tuesday was a beautiful day
ing a .• noon luncheon the and many residents were out -
guests gathered in the new doors enjoying the fresh air
auditorium bere they were and sunshine of summer. It is
entertained by a variety pro- cottage and vacation time
gram presented by residents • and wherever travel takes
of the Home. Attaidince was you we hope you have a
overwhelming and was wonderful and accident free
thought to be the largest holiday_ •
crowd at one time in the hall Wednesday was another big
Mary Gibbings in her opening dayet Huronview for Senior
remarks welcomed everyone CItizens Guests were receiv-
and introduced the per- ed from Blyth. Brussels.
formers. Irene Davis brought Holmesville. and Exeter
greetings from the Senior areas. Following a noon tun -
Citizens clubs from Huron clown visitors were entertain -
County Mabel Scott with a ed in the new auditorium by
tremendous sense of humour a variety program presented
gave two delightful readings by residents. staff and other
Elsie Henderson in her usual performers.
fine stYle played a piano solo Mary Gibbins extended a
Tin 'talented young people warm welcome to everyone
Wendy MotooandSteveCooke and then introduced those
gave .a splendid presentation taking part in the program.
-as the) sang .Mr. Wonderful- Betty Rogers sang a lovely
and Are You Lonely- solo "Getting to Know You -
Tonight" Incidentally Wendy and later sang two numbers
and Steve are staff members_ "Let • Me Call You
Cathy MacDonald accompa- Sweetheart- and "Amazing
ming a the piano and her Grace" both favourites of
sister Chris who are nursing everyone. Mabel Scott gave a
.students favoured the au- humorous reading and also
thence w:O, two enjoyable delighted the audience with
duets "I *it mit Last a Day two well known sok* entitled
Without Vo -.1- and '13*.. Jahn- "It Is No Secret'. and "His
nie rib*: Cheryl Bromley a Eye is pc the Sparrcnv • Wen -
student from Loodesboro and dy Mition and Steve Cooke in
granddaughter of Mabel Gar- their fun style sang "Mr
non per! ormed two lively Wonderful** and then in ap-
stepclances* propriate attire sang "Are
Marga -e: McQueen and You Lonely Tonight-. Murray
Elsie Be76erson sang two Townsend from Clinton and
lovely duets "He bears Us- who is a premising young per-•
and the toa- utiful "Moonlight former played two piano sake
and Rose- . Elsie sang a one of which was the theme of
novelty song entitled "The -Star Wars. Murray is play-
Goat- an: was indeed well ing these same pieces this
received r the audience. evening at a recital
Elsie's tants are unlimited Everyone likes violin and Ray
when :: co -es to musk and. Cantelon favoured the au -
she wor. tri. heart of everyone (hence with a medley of toe -
as she pFeserited her dancing. tapping tunes Margaret
- doll Franr Bissett accorn- McQueen who loves to sing
ponied a: the piano for the presented the ever enjoyable
musca nnbers -How Great Thou Art* Elsie
Sunday morning worship in Henderson played a novelty
the chap e: was well attended number with her bells to the
. with Rt.\ erend Wittick in tune "Glow- Worm- Task and
charge day his message Margaret who have been
conclude: the series on singing duets for sometime
Churct, Y.Anbership. Sacra- closed the program with their
ment of :tie Lord's Supper rendition of "Where The
was obe- ed and assisting Gates of Never ••
Mr WirJr:r. iswe Mr. Fred Frank Bissett and Elsie
Howson and Mr. Earl Were the nonomPannti lor the
Caldwell of Myth United afternoon. Tabies were set im
Church The anthem mg by and Pleas enjoyed a few
the choir was atitled "His games 01 euchre until supper
Yoke is Easy-. Slated Scott time.
sang a knely ads. "His Eye Mrs. Lottie Zirk and Mr
is ore the Sparreir." Fmk Kermit Burley Flossed away'
Bassett presided at Die ergaa- at lisealniew this week. We
Marie throe arid, Art esiesd dome sympathy to
Finlayson Skits Mee. War- their tasoslies.
FORTHCOMING MARRIAGE — Miss Heather Ann Rid-
dell ond Mr. Donny Lloyd Mudge ore excitedto an-
nounce their own forthcoming marriage. We are to be
wed on July 31, 1982, at 6:15 p.m. in the trimming. at
the Grand Bend United Church. To officiate our
ceremony is Rev. Horley J. Moore. To follow is on open
reception in Exeter with the Blue Water Play Boys..
Everyone is welcome.
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