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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1986-05-28, Page 14-41 Page 2A Ata Lely 11:40 p.m. Mon- day t, an altereatioa broke out between four men on the Main Street in Grand Bend. Involved persons were Cameron Heist, 27, of Grand Bend, Midlael Sexinnith, 21, Bradley Savard, 21, and Paul Dewar, 21, all of London. Heist's girlfriend was unable to at- tract the attention of a passing police cruiser, but finally the OPP were summoned. Sixsmith, Savant and Dewar have beenwith causing a dishy-. benoesad psaulwtvOPP spokesman Man an Uagg tis said that further • t requite; n Ua versity Hospital, London, where he is recovering from numerous cuts and bites. OPP said that the first hearing appearance for the trio is set for June 17. On Tuesday, Erwin Sc,ottroff of the Pinedale Motel reported that, upon leaving, . some guests had taken was teen re the wi Two bicycles were also reported stolen. in the resort during the pest week. The owners. were Glenna Snider, Main St:, and Mel Douglas, Gibbs Park. The bikes were valued at $00 each. Grand Bend OPP advise boaters that they too will be subject to "road- side" ALERT tests this summer to combat drinking and boating. c .. ok. ! ea 4, '. YEAR-END PARTY — The Grand Bend Beavers enjoyed a barbecue and games at the residence of their leader Bob Lovie Friday night. Gathered around, the campfire are Timmy Stott, Nicolas Hopps, Jason Sheppard and Sarah -Rae Lovie. In the back is Eric Clay, Jonathon Lovie, Matthew Hayter, Cory Hague, •i Simon Desjardine and- Tyler Fink. Looking over the group is 'Ftawkeye' Bob Lovie. Council indorses act to keep seniors home At a recent meeting, Grand Bend council were notified by cor- respondence from David Warner, M.P.P. that a new private members bill would be introduced ih the near future. The bill will make it possible for more seniors to remain happily in their own homes, where they want to be. He said that Ontario ranks third in Canada for putting its seniors in in- stitutions and that Canada ranks third in the world. The Seniors' Independence Act pro- posed to establish community-based programs to provide support services for seniors from a neighbourhood resource centre. Medical and dental services, home - help programs, and daily contact by telephone or in person, are just some of the agenda offered from this t•esource centre. it would provide social, recreational and exercise pro- grams as well as meal and educa- tional outlines. 'Council endorsed this Act en- thusiasticly, feeling that Grand Bend would benefit from it, having a large population of seniors. Clerk Dianne OPEN SUNDAY 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Exterior Paint (Top of the line) Terms - Cash, Visa, Mastercard Grand Bend Decorating and Flooring Centre Mollard was prompted to send in their full support to the new bill. Boys enjoy open fire The GB Beaver Colony enjoyed an evening of soccer and camp fire ac- tivities Friday night at RR 2 GB. Leader 'Hawkeye' Bob Lovie provid- ed the open fire and each Beaver cooked his own hot dogs and roasted marshmallows. It was the perfect set- ting, with just the ghost stories missing! Don't forget the day at camp Ben - miller this Saturday, May 31. Drivers and helpers are still needed 'for the day. See Bob Lovie or Paula Thomas. Anglican Church A most successful tea and bake sale was held at St. John's Anglican Church on May 17. The ladies wish to thank all those who helped to make this day so enjoyable. The next mon- thly meeting of the Anglican ladies group will be held Thursday, June 5, at 2 p.m. in the Parish Hall. At the Church service held on May 18, the lay delegate to the synod gave a report on the• 137th session which was held at Althouse College on May 11-13. The Anglican service this Sunday was marked by the celebration of three baptisms. They welcomed little Crystal Dawn Wheeler, Kimberly Jane Wheeler, and Mr. David Graham into Christ's flock through ba ' tism. nx+ assault on r�a.rfiq It isa dace toa,p ijate or operate a 80111010011,imptired by alcohol or drugs and those earth:led can lose their navigational privileges fora period of time. Herbalist Worms W.I. The Grand Bend Women's Institute meeting was held on Thursday in the U.C. The topic was on horticulture with Eva Allister hi charge. She introduced the guest speaker, Christin Koch, herbalist from Forest Glen Farms, RA 5 Forest. (bnistin spoke on the many different herbs and their uses. Some are used for medical purposes, while others go in soups, stews, garnishes and herbal teas. Some of these plants are annuals and the rest are perennials. Members were able to touch and smell these fresh ou ofts they were around. Some the varieties ud- ed nasturtium, sweet violet, lemon and rose geranium, tarragon angelica, and sweet silly. These plants may be used fresh for summer or dried for winter touches. Herb plants were for sale at the end of the talk. The new W.I. president Millie Des: Jardine, opened the business meeting. Roll call was answered by giving names of a tree or shrub. It was learned that W.I. bumper stickers were available for distribu- tion. Eva Allister spoke on the motto "How does your garden grow?" Janet Desjardine had a Grand Bend scrap book on display for each one to view, over lunch break. Hostesses were Ann Russell, Laura Desjardine and Clara Hamilton. About the people you know Congratulations to new proprietors Joyce and Derek Angus, and Edith Cole, on 'their grand opening last week of "The Holiday Plaza'at 50 Main Street. This was formerly known as Gord and Jeans. Happy Anniversary to Christina and John Rutten, Pinedale Subdiv., who celebrated their 40th, Saturday. Family members joined with them to celebrate with a dinner at Moulin Rouge, GB. The GB peewee soccer team defeated Strathroy 3-0 Friday evening in Strathroy. Coach Martin Vandenberk feels confident in his mainly underage players. Lee Newton, Pinedale Sub., add neighbours held a very successful garage lawn sale over the weekend, with good sales reported for everyone. A busload of 90 travellers left for Expo '86 Saturday. They are being guided , travel expert, Mary Mor - rice, S.P. Theresa Dugas spent the holiday weekend with. her grandma, Clara Statton. They enjoyed. some sight- seeing aiid shopping 'iii the; village: • The Grand Bend Golden Agers will meet at St. John's Parish Hall on June 4 for their annual picnic. Please bring your own lunch, dishes and cutlery. If the weather is suitable, they plan to drive to the Pinery Provincial Park for their meeting and picnic supper. The Couple's Club will be meeting June 14, at which time they'll be con- ducting a sale of some old chairs from the Sunday school rooms. The sale will begin around noon. There will be an "Elegant Junque Sale" on June 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grand Cove Estates. The sale will be held in the parking lot near Highway 21. The rains date is Sunday, June 8. There will be a bake sale table, as well as tables for Knick-Knacks; glass and dishes; books; jewelry; arts and crafts; potted plants and ar- tificial flowers. They'll even have cof- fee and doughnuts available all day, while you browse thru the "Elegant Junque". Don't miss it! In the Legion News, the lucky win- ners of the May 16 meat raffle were Kay Allen, Howard Monteith, Dave Martin and Dusty Miller. For the May 23 meat raffle the winners were Jim Price, Art Chambers, George Gallant and, once again, Dusty Miller. The Mystery Draw was won by Judy Roane. The meeting on May 29 marks the installation of new officers for the 1986.87 term beginning at 8 p.m. in the Legion Hall. They'll also be holding another steak barbecue on June 7, from 5-8 p.m. at the Legion, so come and enjoy the food and fun. Minor Softball The softball teams have been drawn up and the kids have been hard at work practicing for the 1986 season. The first genie elf-* semen still be starting this weeiraheady, with the peewee girls (1144 years) In their first game May 27, at Parkhill. The Mites (840 years mixed) have their first game June 4, with Grand Bend I versus Grand Bend II. The squirts (1142 boys) begin on June 5 against Lieury, at Grand Bend. The peewee boys start June 3 at Thedford (13-14 years) and the bantam boys (15-18 years) begin on June 2 in Parkhill. All games start at 6:30 p.m. except bantams boys who start at 8 p.m, The softball association still needs financial assistance for equipment, and sponsors for uniforms, especial- ly for the peewee girls and the mites. Any adults willing to donate their time as assistant coaches would also be welcome. Come out to the games, it's time to "play ball!" Guides, Scouts and Brownies The First Grand Bend Girl Guides enjoyed a special treat at their meeting May 12, with snacks on the beach near the home of Guide leader Susan McKay. There was final testing for badges and songs around the campfire, to bring the year to a close. There will be a mother/daughter Fit-Nic dessert at the arena in Forest on Monday, June 2. MX oat will be presented with their Cords on June 10 at a speotill ceremony, held at St. John's Mikan Parish Hall. During the ceremony that evening, 12 Brownies will be flyng Up to Guides, really swelling their relics. The Grand Bend Brownlee will be making a special yearend trip en June 7. leaving at a.m. for Goderich Camervation area, •fs* tl nature walk. They'll be making per sonal first aid kits and ttlptr explorer badges, then en joyy a of the Pioneer Museum and Historic Jain to • earn their Provincial Neritaee badge.The rand Bend Cubs are planning a camping session May 30 -June 1, for the Cubs and Scouts of all the Huron District, to be held at the Benmiller camp grounds -near Goderich. The Beavers will be joining the older boys for the Saturday program. The theme fo this year's program is the circus. This week marks the last meetings, for all Cubs and Scouts until next fall. The community owes its gratitude to all the leaders for our boys and girls, who give so willingly of their time and talents to make our children better citizens of the future. A GENUINE VOLVO SPECIAL Purchase a 1986 VOLVO 244 DL 4 Door, 5 Speed '..$15,995* • —ONLY 2 AT mIS PRICE— Quality, Reliability . & Longevity has never been better priced! CANADA'S OLDEST VOLVO DEALER: - M -W MOTORS LTD. 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