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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-08-28, Page 21Page 4A Times -Advocate, August 26, 1965 IN PLACE — John Scott, assistant clerk Kim Marsden, Arthur Scott and clerk Betty Oke admire the musical clock which has been install- ed on the tower of the Hensall municipal office. Musical clock gift of Centennial Committee The bells are ringing for Hensall residents. A musical clock was in- stalled on the town hall tower this week. The custom-designed timepiece. with its Roman numerals, antique- reproduct ion hands and accompany- ing miniature bell carillon. is a gift from the Hensall Centennial Commit- tee, a melodious reminder of the 100 years that have passed, and a unique marker of the minutes and hours as the village embarks on its second century. - The Centennial Committee wanted a lasting and fitting commemoration of the good times enjoyed during Centennial celebrations in 1984, and the small. everyday pleasures associated with living in Hensall. Committee member Pat Cook -recalls visiting a similar community one time. and unexpectedly hearing lovely carillon music filling the air. "It left a blessing on that communi- ty. That's what the Committee wants for our village". Pat said. The ('entennial fund was raised from current residents, old friends, and former villagers who came back to the Centennial weekend, plus dona- tions from others who sent money as tokens of appreciation for the fond memories of their time in Hensall. A financial statement will he issued The Light Touch By JACK LAVENDER Opportunist: someone who, when he finds himself in hot water, decides he needed a bath anyway. < * • t • Remember when the only energy crisis was kids having too much of it? • • Popcorn: Dad's old jokes. We should try to keep things in perspective. After all, 50 years from now history students will be yawning over the sluff were worrying about today. • • • Always be sincere, even when you don't mean it. • • Here's what we really think. You'll get the best deal on a new Homelite chainsaw at: Jack's Small Engine Repair Service 107 Queen St. Hensall 262-2103 4 later. The Committee is still consider- ing final options such as lighting for the clock system. The clock will strike the hours from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m., but will be silent throughout the nights. The mechanism is presently programm- ed to entertain listeners with a six - minute concert of semi -classical and popular music each day at 12 noon. and six and nine o'clock in the even- ing. Hymns will peal out on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. The system was installed by Arthur Scott of Waterdown and his nephew John. Scott, who has been in elec- tronics for 63 years, is owner of the on- ly Ontario company offering all types of bell systems, even supplying cast bells if that is what the customer wants. However, Scott said 90 percent of his clients order the amplified miniature bells because of price and weight. The vibrations and sheer heft of the old cast bells have cracked many a church tower. No two Scott clocks or bell systems are alike. The Hensall timepiece was designed to centre on the marker stone of the town hall tower. Scott has designed and built bell systems all over. Ontario, including those at the Mennonite Nursing Home in Ailsa Craig and at the Ritz Lutheran Villa in Mitchell, in 60 chur- ches in Toronto alone, and the carillon installed at Midland for the Pope's visit. I From Hensall, he heads to the Church _ of the Epiphany in Kingsville. I Scott has appeared on CB(' and Global TV, and been interviewed on radio by Betty Kennedy and the late Judy LaMarsh, to talk about his unusual profession. Ile also accepts invitations from service clubs and church organizations to speak about the history of the bells. Filter Queen 'IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN VARNA" 482-7103 PECK APPLIANCES "IN THE HEAR1 OF DOWNTOWN VARNA" •FILTER QUEEN SALES • SERVICE •VACUUM CLEANERS 1S•1•. a SeHies I• Most Mak..) •FM COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS 4V ? arm It A•.Mn.l •WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES •WOODS FREEZERS •CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEMS •INSECT f FLY KILLING UNITS r►.. IM.•r 10:/1•« U.•1 •GIFTS * MANY MORE ITEMS VARNA, ONT. 488.7108 Hensall Civic Corner ,l Notice BMX Organizational Meeting Wed., Aug. 28 7:30 p.m. at arena Where do we go from here?? f Church Directory being prepared This has been a busy week at the United Church as the first phase of the Church Centennial Book was started with pictures being taken for the photo directory. The overwhelming response to the photo directory book, which will be one of the historical books of the congregation, has been really appreciated. The remaining pictures are being taken on September 4, 5 and 6. Anyone who hasn't yet made arrangements for their photo, and would like to, is ask- ed to call Dianne Gerstenkorn. United Church Betty Jinks was soloist at the United Church on Sunday morning, singing three very beautiful solos. She closed the service with the singing of the Lord's Prayer. Mr. McDonald spoke on the subject of "in Orbit", pointing out the need to have Christ at the centre of our lives and therefore at the centre of the church. Dorothy Parker greeted the con- gregation and Chuck Mallette, Tim Mann, Glenn Slade and Raye Jacobe were the ushers. The flowers at the front of the church were placed in loving memory of Ken 1•Ipshall who died one year ago, and loving memory of Frank Parsons by Helen Thompson and Mary O'Brien, family members of this congregation. Carmel Presbyterian Rev. Kenneth Knight conducted worship in Carmel Presbyterian Church on Sunday. Mrs. Edith Bell, Exeter, led at the piano in the service of song. The P.C.W. will meet on Monday, September 9 a 8 p.m. in the church. The roll call will be answered by the name of a Biblical occupation. Boys Do Well Jim Dickins and John Kochan took part in the motocross races at Hully Gully on August 25. Although the track was wet and muddy, both did well. John placed 1st in the 80B class and Jim rode his Hully Gully Honda to a fifth place in the 80A class. The boys will be taking Labour Day off but will return to the track on September 8 when they travel to Durham. A very enjoyable time was had on Sunday when members of the Pineridge Snowmobile Club were entertained toa corn roast and picnic at the Pineridge Chalet.. Queensway News Several Nursing Home residents enjoyed a trip to Storybook Gardens on Monday. We had a picnic lunch at Springbank park and then ventured into Storybook Gardens for the after- noon. Good co-operation by the weatherman made for a wonderful day. That evening Rest Home residents played bingo. Rev. Richard Hawley from the Ex- eter United Church led our worship service on Tuesday. It was the first time Rev. Hawley had preached at Queensway and the residents thoroughly enjoyed it. We wish to thank volunteers Fern Dougall, Alma Langford and Olive Harvey. We also thank Bob Cameron who accom- panied us at the piano. Father Mooney came on Wednes- day to minister to the Catholic residents. Baking Club was also held in the afternoon. We baked a cake and cup cakes. which we enjoyed the following day. Poetry time and walks filled the day on Thursday. In the evening two short movies were shown, "California Bound"' and "Chuckwagon". Both were quite entertaining. Rest Home residents having bir- thdays in August were honoured on Friday afternoon. We enjoyed ice cream and cake at the celebration. Newlyweds Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Thompson, the former Julia Van Baaren, local hairdresser, on their marriage in the United Church on Saturday afternoon. Stephen and Julia will be living in the Lily Smith home on London (toad in Hensall. Seniors Trip to (:ananoque On August 19 to 22 a beautiful trip to Gananoque and the Thousand Islands was enjoyed by a bus load of seniors from Goderich, Grand Coves Estates, Grand Bend, Dashwood, Zurich, Seaforth and Dublin. A trip to Ottawa was enjoyed Tues- day, where we were given a guided tour of the city, and the Parliament Buildings. Wednesday was a boat cruise of the Thousand Islands and in WINNING FORM - Dave Kyle, Hensall, shows the style that won him and partner Jack Brintnell first place in C class. at the horseshoe competition held in conjunction with the Zurich Bean Festival. the evening a Cermenonial Retreat at Old Fort Henry. On returning home Thursday, a trip through Kingston was enjoyed by all. Beginning September 5 every Thursday afternoon from 2-4 there will be bowling for all Seniors at the Zurich bowling lanes. Return from Holiday Ken and Eileen McLean returned this week from holidaying at Baraboo Wisconsin, where they attended the International Convention of Old Allis Collectors at Badger Speed Show. Six- ty members gathered Saturday even- ing, August 17 for the dinner. Attend 40th Wedding Anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Walter Knowles were in Cleveland, Ohio, attending the 40th wedding anniversary of their friends Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Santee of Louisville and Harlington, Texas. The weather was magnificient and friends attended from many parts of the States. It was a real surprise for the Santee's to have the Knowle's arrive from such a long distance. Amber Rebekah Lodge will meet on Wednesday September 4, commenc- ing the fall season. Personals Mr. Roy Morenz, Dashwood, visited on Monday with his sister, Mrs. Hazel Corbett. Mrs. J. Barr and Jean Mangle of New Jersey spent the week with Mrs. C. Christie, and while here visited their relative, Mrs. Jessie Brock at the Blue Water Nursing Home. Mrs. Ross MacMillan, Waterloo, visited last Friday with her mother Mrs. Laird Mickle and they spent the day in Bayfield and had lunch at the "Little Inn." Miss Catharine Corbett spent her holidays with her grandmother Mrs. Hazel Corbett last week. Sgt. Douglas Wein, R.C.M.P., Mrs. Wein and Da.id of Ottawa are holidaying this week with their parents Mr. and Mrs. Harold Parker and Mrs. Margaret Wein, Exeter and other members of the family. Mr. and Mrs. Don MacLaren of Oakville visited last week with Don's mother Bertha MacGregor. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Heywood of Wingham joined in the celebration of Mrs. Tetreau's 100th birthday Sunday afternoon at the Blue Water Rest home. They were also guests at the dinner in Crediton given by her family. HOLDING HANDS — Arthur Scott holds the hands to be installed on the musical clock purchased for Hensall by the Centennial Com- mittee. His associate, John Scott, waits to lend a hand. 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