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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1986-09-17, Page 26Times -Advocate. September 17, 1966 SLO-PITCH WINNERS — The Grand Bend Grizzlies won the 'A' trophy last week, winning three games to one. In the back row is Dan Gill, Graham Kobe, Eric Tagell, Steve Riddell, Stan Lovie, Richard Brown, and Randy Lovie. Kneeling in the front is Daryl Gill, Jim Lovie, Bob Lovie, Larry Lovie, Dave Gill and Terry Brown. Resort council okay new rainwear for staff Like locking the barn door after the horses have gotten out, Grand Bend council received a request from the village foreman for the purchase of two new rainsuits for the works department Monday. "With the past rains, we have discovered the poor shape of the old suits'' explained Foreman Jack Stanlake. All members of council were in agreement that proper and adequate raingear' are essential, especially with the recent weather. Because such rainwear often mysteriously disappears Councillor Bruce Woodley recommended the outfits be appropriately lettered across the back for identification. At the July council meeting, Glen Pridham made a dramatic appeal to the village seeking aid to clean away debris from the water along the south beach, near the end of Lake Road, He carried with him a coil of rusty one inch diameter metal cable and other pieces of angle iron, presumeably left on the winter ice when considerable erosion conservation work was done along the shoreline. The Ministry of Natural Resources, claiming authority over the lake bed, contacted the contractor to clean up the debris. The contractor denied responsibility and the Ministry has finally concluded that the debris was there previously and was caused by a storm. Thus "there is no one we can hold responsible to remove the debris -- we suggest that the shoreline property owners remove it, as they are most affected" stated the. Ministry in an August 27/86 letter, presented to coun- cil this week. There is no government funds for such work. Meanwhile the swimming season is over, and no one was injured this year. A lengthy presentation was made to council by W. A. Boussey of Huron - Middlesex Engineering Ltd. He came as a delegation before council to outline the types of civil engineering his firm is qualified to handle. They deal mostly with municipal sewers systems, waste disposal, etc. The ad- vantage they present is close proximi- ty to the community since they now have offices in Ilderton and Exeter. Grand Bend Council is, at this time, looking for Engineers to act in an ad- visory capacity in their numerous decisions concerning development projects. Large developments of multiple dwellings such as con- dominiums present many new pro- blems to council. Boussey indicated his firm would be very interested in this type of service to the municipality. In his report to council, Dennis Snider expressed his gratitude that his resolution concerning liquid manure control, presented to county council passed by a slim majority. He reported that the two members from Bosanquet township were among the dissenting votes. Having waded through only half of the first of three volumes published by Sarnia offices concerning waste site management, Snider underlined the most offensive risk from Grand Bend's garbage dump was reported- ly the risk of ground water seeping in- to drinking water sources eventually, especially since it is close to an en- vironmentally protected area - Pinery Park. The disposal site is scheduled to be gradually closed out in the next two years. Reeve Green pointed out his con- cern that the OPP apparently advis- ed Ms. Sandra Woods, a visitor from Ottawa, to ignore a parking ticket issued to her vehicle for parking longer than the two hour limit on Main St. Ms. Woods wanted the ticket waived, since her husband was han- dicapped with a hip injury. Council decided the ticket was valid in spite of the disabled excuse due to the length of time involved. In future, handicapped drivers will be given consideration if the car displays such licences and the park- ing infraction is found necessary in the circumstances. A new by-law was introduced to revise one enacted in 1985. It is pro- posed that the developer or property owner would assume the costs involv- ed in having a solicitor present at an O.M.B. hearing. Previously, the village engaged a solicitor to protect 2.9% Financing? Nice - But Not Always Best Get the best price and we'll help arrange reasonable financing if you need it!! 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Bible coffee hour The Bible coffee hour, with 13 atten- ding, held their first meeting of the fall season at Sauble Court. A woman's workshop on Christian Character, of heart trouble, is being studied. Nita Sinclair gave an opening prayer and Millie Desjardine led a hymn sing. Lesson time was guided by Gwen Campbell. Leading up to lesson number seven on "A Compassionate heart", Gwen reviewed the first six chapters studies on Heart trouble, A Clean heart, A humble heart, A faithful heart, and A deligent heart. Gwen closed with prayer. Many of us renewed our friend- ships, not having seen others since our class closed for the summer ear- ly last June. Fall activities Continued from page 7A available. Both the boys and girls clubs could use yoluntgers, so if any of you par`enls out there would like to' get involved with your child's ac- tivities, it's a very rewarding ex- perience for both of you. Don't have a child involved? Come and share your knowledge> and skills - you'll learn a lot into the bargain. The 4-H Clubs will be starting up again as well. Grand Bend Group III will resume on September 22 at .7 p.m., at the home of leader Mrs. Loreen Gill. Marg Patterson will be a leader this year, and Lee Ann Jen- nison will act as assistant or junior leader. The girls will be working on dairy products for this project, titled "Milk Makes It!" The leaders for the Grand Bend II group are Bonnie Hot - son and Joan Love. 4-H Club is open to any girl who was 12 years old before July, up to age 21. If interested in enrolling your daughter, call 238-2087. At St. John's Anglican Church on Sunday, they welcomed Rev. Thomas Harris, retired professor from Huron College, at the 9 a.m. morning Prayer Service. Mrs. Edith Chisolm was hostess at the coffee hour following the service. Postponed: Please note that the Tea and Bake Sale scheduled for Saturday September 20, has been postponed the date to be decided later. Carole Armbruster, Pinedale Sub- division, enjoyed the "Cats" perfor- mance in Toronto, Saturday and returned home Sunday to find her felines safe and sound. Congratulations to 10 year old Trent Stellingwerff, Sauble Rd., on his fine picture and article in Saturday's Free Press Carrier Corner! Joanne and Paul Maguire, Brookbank Cr., motored to Stratford Saturday to attend a cousin's wedding there. David spent the night at Jason Desjardine's home, while Tommy and Sean stayed the night at Grand- ma and Grandpa Hayter. The ecumenical Bible Study meetings have resumed in Grand Bend. The ladies will be meeting again this year every Tuesday mor- ning at 9:30 a.m., at Sauble Court. Anyone interested is welcome to at- tend - an excellent opportunity to ex- pand your knowledge of the Bible, to learn and pray and er>y hymns with ne v friends and old, in the community. Scatcherd tournament profit PECK APPLIANCES IN THF MART OF DOWNTOWN VARNA" •fILTiROUlINSAIIS li SIRVICI • VACUUM CtiAWR% (Wes • Vorvlt• to Mott Ma4't) • PM COMMUNICATION SYSTIMS (for form L IWIMf{) • WHIRLPOOL APPt1ANCIS • WOOCIS,RISXIRS •CSNTRAL VACUUM%YSTIMS • WHIRLPOOL and SHARP MICROWAVIS • GIFTS & MANY MORE ITIMS VARNA, ONT. 482-7103 1 Passes clieque for $40,900 Lawrence McVittie, of Southampton. Visitors during the week with Lorne and Loreen Devine were, Ida Arm- strong, and friend from Meaford, Hugh and Annie Morenz, Shipka, and Harold and Edith Widrick, Zurich. Jack and Eva Nancarrow, of Southcott Pines have been visiting their son and family in Newfoundland. ' The Pub at Oakwood Inn was the scene of a wine and cheese reception Monday night. The occasion was an opportunity for Dave Scatcherd to thank the many volunteers who helped make the June '86 fifth annual Scatcherd Classic Golf Tournament such a tremendous success. Scatcherd presented a cheque for $40,000 to Ward Colson, represen- tative of the London and District Association for Mentally Retarded Children, who had come from London to receive the gift. "This amount represents half of the total funds we have raised by the golf tournament over the five years" ex- plained public relations worker John Bowman. Colson told the guests that the funds were slated to be used to equip separate rooms for pre-school age children at the Scatcherd Home in London. United Church Women The afternoon unit of United Church Women met Thursday afternoon in the Sunday School rooms at church with 23 in attendance. Elizabeth Adams, convener of Church in Socie- ty, introduced Joseph Risi, of Bluewater Rest Home, at Zurich, who showed a slide presentation of the rest home, and Maple Woods Apts., also explained various things. A new recreation room has recent- ly been added where shuffle board and pool can be played. A wheel chair lift is now available to take wheel chair residents for a drive. Via pic- tures we saw the kitchen, laundry room, chapel, residents rooms, board room, library, craft room. They celebrate Christmas, birthdays, an- niversaries, and have had a wedding when Mr. Risi gave the bride away. A pet kitten, who resides at the home, has brought meaning and happiness to many residents, with something to look after. Roll call was answered by "What figures appear in the conventional pointing of the flight into Egypt?" The worship service opened with a hymn and all repeating the Lord's Prayer. Eleanor Durie read scripture from Psalm 102. Theme of the wor- ship was on loneliness with three ladies taking part. As they explored the various aspects of loneliness, Loreen Gill spoke on "Loneliness is universal". From birth to death loneliness is part of life, especially in retirement years or the death of a mate. Doris Peron spoke on negative loneliness. It will be lonely if we close the doors to communication with others. Jesus is the door to abundant life. Gloria Mousseau spoke on positive loneliness. To be alone sometimes can be good and wholesome. Trust is a happy ingre- dient, Jesus suffered and died alone on the cross. We should show concern for others. Loreen closed with two poems on loneliness, Grandfathers birthday and a Lonely day in prison. President, Loreen Gill, presided for the business. We were reminded that the Fall Regional will be held in Crediton United Church, September 29, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Grand Bend U.C.W. to be in charge of a singalong. Theme will be "International Year of Peace". It was voted to have the annual hot Shopper examining product in super- market: "There's a lot more food mixed with the additives in this one." R,•rner Keller turkey supper ft the church in November. The Grand Bend U.C.W. will be in charge of the September birthday party at the Bluewater Rest home. Hazel Broad reported catering to four bus loads who attended Huron Coun- try Playhouse this summer. Lunch hostesses were Verna Lovie, Pearl Hendriks and Nola Love. ' Personals Mrs. Susie Devine is still a patient at Strathroy General hospital, where she is convalescing from surgery, and the effects' of a stroke. Recent visitors with Lawrence and Enid Johnson, was their daughter Neva, son-in-law, Duncan McVittie, and their grandchildren Robin and Congratulations Donald and Karen Rader on your 25th wedding anniversary, September 16th 1986. - Love Patricia and David, Scott, Lisa and Andrea Happy Birthday (Stretch) On September 21 Sorry this picture is 40 years old U -Pick Apples AT OUR ORCHARD Take Hwy. 4 south approx. 10 km. turn left at Moorseville (watch for sign) Macs $800 bu. Other varieties starting soon STARTING SEPT. 20 Saturdays only Vlsscher Farms 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 237-3442 Huron Apothecary Ltd. 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