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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1987-07-08, Page 20Page 6A Times -Advocate, July 8,•1987 Celebrtit�a Century of Ilesslrigs at Our Lady of Mount Ctirmel By Roberta Walker Elegant ladies in long gowns with poke bonnets or wide -brimmed flowered hats; gentlemen in black dress suits, complete with black string ties, gold watch chain and top hats; a beard growing contest; a fashion show with a twist; a real live magician; square-dancing to the tune of a fiddle; barbecued chicken in a tent ... Doone Pioneer Village? A fair in Goderich? Wrong! All this and more could be found at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church this weekend, as parishioners, old and new, celebrated "A Century of Bless- ings". Yes, Mount Carmel residents took a long look backwards at their roots and found a good deal to be thankful for in their rich heritage. The first church, a little log struc- ture, was erected at Mud Creek, about 1 ra miles east, in 1860, then a small frame church erected on the present site. Father Martin Kelly was pastor from 1879 to 1889, and super- vised the building of the present Mount Carmel Church, the cor- nerstone laid in July 24, 1887. The first settlers were. Irish Catholics who left during the potato famine, around 1835, followed by a number of German families in 1870, and a few Scottish settlers. After the Second World War, people came over from Holland and Belgium to join the parish community. The first school was a little log cabin about 11:2 miles north of Mt. Carmel, then another frame one near the present school site. In 1906 a brick two room school house served the needs of the people, and in 1924 the Ursuline Sisters came to teach, con- verting the home of Joe Glavin into a convent. In 1956, a new three-room school was built, adding two rooms in 1961, in 1964, and a gymnasium in 1968 to comprise the present school facility. Under the guidance of Father Gary Goyeau, a Centennial Committee was formed to prepare the 100 year celebration. The opening ceremonies began with "0 Canada" played by the Dashwood-Seaforth Band, under the direction of Harry Hoffman. Members of the Centennial Commit- tee, in the appropriate clothes of yesteryear, marched up to the church, to be introduced by Master of Ceremonies Joe Hogan; Pat Sullivan, chairman, and his wife Marion; Dianne Kaak, Jeanine Vanneste; Nancy Michielson; Jean Fleming; Bill and Helene Regier; Pat McCann: Steve and Josephine Dietrich; Lyn McCann; and Donald O'Rourke. Joe Hogan paid a special tribute to Mary Hall, who assembled the history book for the occasion. Father Gary Goyeau, also in old pastoral garb, biretta and all, ad- dressed the crowd and gave a history of the church, mentioning that it cost a mere $35,000 to build 100 years ago. M.P. Murray' Cardiff, member for Huron -Bruce, read a salutation, and presented a framed congratulatory statement from Prime Minister Brian Mulroney to pastor, Father Goyeau. MPP Jack Riddell, who rushed over from the 115th year anniversary parade at Brussels, presented Father Goyeau with a plaque from Premier David Peterson. Both plaques were placed in the church entrance way. Stephen Township Reeve, Tom Tomes and McGillivray Township Reeve Charles Corbett added their good wishes and congratulations. All the members of the Centennial Committee then performed a special song of the parish history, a humorous account written by Jean Fleming, ac- companied by Glen Hodgins on the banjo. Then chairman Pat Sullivan and Father Goyeau cut the Centennial cake for all to enjoy. A special variety program was organized for the enjoyment of all the parishioners and visitors, some of whom came from as far as Alberta and across Ontario for the weekend. The show opened with "The Great Gerrard" a magician, Gerrard Dietrich, assisted by his wife Jean and son Scott, to delight young and old alike. There was a live rabbit in a box, a dove in a bag, and a sword trick, card tricks and steel rings, all enlivened with audience participation. The Catholic Women's League then performed a special fashion show, with, models Nell McCann, Jean Fleming, Dianne Kaak, Jeanine Van- neste, Teresa McCann, Marylou Evans, Marion Sullivan, Dianne An- drews, Mary Glavin, Teresa Larkin and Josephine Dietrich, "all profes- sional models" assured fashion com- mentator Helene Regier. "Bouncy Bette" entered in a spring dress, or- namented with coils of springs! Sun- ny Sue had a sun dress and sun, glasses covered with - Suns- what else? Newsy Nora sported a dress of newsprint, there was a REAL tent dress, a tank top (WWII model) , a tea (bag) shirt, bell-bottomed (jingle) trousers, a sacks 5th Avenue ( potato bag), gown and much more, equally hilarious! Often the laughter tended to drown out the commentary by Helene, or the music, played by Paul Dietrich on the organ. Great show ladies - lots of work and imagination! The Mount Carmel Folk Choir then performed a tuneful selection of children's songs for the tiny tots, ac- companied by Dan Overholt on the guitar. They included costumes and puppets, to the delight of the kids. Then Eugene Hartman and the Smokey Hollow Band entertained the older members of the audience with country and western music, his son Gene on the drums. The Townliners, reunited for the first time in 14 years, played some old-time music for the Centennial Committee to show off some square dancing. Doug Lewis was on the fid- dle, Glen Hodgins on banjo, Lois Hodgins calling the dances, and Harvey Smith on guitar. Patil Dietrich helped out on piano. Some accordion music followed, with the talented Coolman children, Laurie and Michael playing solos and duets. Some Mount Carmel students, Fiona Walker, Nicole Vanneste, Wanda McCann and Darlene O'Rourke sang the "Circle Game" and "Tomorrow" from their play "Annie". The show ended villi Roberta Walker singing "People" and "Summertime" ac- companied by Paul Dietrich. Sunday's festivities began with 11 a.m. Mass, celebrated by London Diocesan Bishop Sherlock, assisted by Chancellor Rev. Remark and Pastor Rev. Goyeau. Concellebrants R,,ev. R. Charrette, Rev. Coughlin, Rev. Fleming, Rev. J. Kelly, Rev. Mooney were all pastors or sons of the parish. Rev. D Przedwiecki attended with the other five brothers of the Order of St: Francis from the n ly re -opened St. Peter's. A special choir was forme rom the Folk Choir, the Mt. Carmel Choir, Precious Blood, and soloist Roberta Walker, who sang the "Ave Maria". Susan Kraftcheck played the organ and Dan Overholt was on guitar for musical accompaniment. Bishop Sherlock gave his greetings and best wishes. He remarked that 100 years ago, Mt. Carmel was a small, isolated community of faith and hard work, which sent many sons and daughters out as priests and nuns. Now Mount Carmel is open to society and must struggle to remain open to God, a stronghold of living faith today. Father Goyeau presented Bishop Sherlock with a beautiful crucifix and ring, mkide of green stones the Bishop had found some years ago in Zavie, that Mount Carmel parish mounted in gold for the occasion. Father Goyeau thanked everyone in the committee, the choir, and his assistant, Deacon Dennis Wilhelm for all his help. After Mass, over 700 people enjoyed a delicious chicken barbecue dinner, catered from Friars Two of London. Following the meal, entertainment was provided by some of the per- formers from Saturday afternoon, in- cluding the funny Fashion Show. Then came the judging of the Beard • Growing contest as ten handsome gents, sporting some truly impressive facial growth. stood on the stage to show off their achievements. Judges, Father Remark, Father Janisse, and Father Kelly had the difficult task of picking the best. (There were harsh wards and penances given to those' lazy fuss-budgets who dropped out and shaved too soon, the cowards. ) The Proudest Beard (and it was handsome) was owned by chairman Pat Sullivan, with Stephen Dietrich having the second proudest and se- cond longest. Richard O'Rourkle had the Best Trimmed and Doug Brooks second Best Trimmed; Norman Breen sported the Most Colorful Beard, and Ken Glavin grew the longest and second most Colorful Beard. Good work, gentlemen! Most of the contestants (with their wives' blessing) intend to shave•dff all that excess hair before retiring for the night - too hot and itchy! A baseball game took place on the renovated school playground, with the Irishmen beating the Dutchmen, 19 to 10. The Dutch vowed a rematch at the next 100 years. There were also games for the kids. Foot races, a ski race on boards. shoe scramble, and potato sack races, organized by com- mittee member Nancy Michielsen. She sewed centennial outfits for her whole family, even short pants for the boy, lacy apron for the girls and a beautiful blue gown with a train for herself! A history section was on display at the back of the church, with old photos of the church, school, old pastors, the school class of 1896, 1934 and 1949,plus scrapbooks and memorabilia from family sources. The CWL had their OUT OR SAFE? -- Bud Ryan is called out when togged by Tony Michielsen at third base in Sunday's Mount Carmel Centennial ball game. The Irish defeated the Dutch 19-10. BEST MOUNT CARMEL BEARDS — Winners in the Mount Carmel Centennial beard growing contest ore shown here. From the left are chairman Pat Sullivan with the best all-round beard, longest beard Ken Glavin, best trimmed Willy O'R•urke and most colourful Norman Breen. a CENTENNIAL FASHIONS — Taking part in a Centennial fun fashion show Sunday at Mount Carmel were Janice Vanneste, Marion Sullivan, Theresa Larkin and Diane Kaak. T -A photo scrapbook there too, and the Sullivan family photos from the original Patrick (1815 to 1909) and his wife to Pat and Marion today. The celebration concluded with. some raffles drawn. The CWL raffl- ed a quilt, won by Susan De Vlaeminck; an afgan won by Evelyn Pickering; a clown doll made by Cathy Caolen, won by little Michael Roland' of Parkhill, and a ham donated by Merners Meats, worr by Monica Dietrich of Kitchener. Artist Bradley Gregus made two sketches of the church, one placed in the church entrance, the other raffled by the Knights of Columbus and won by Kay Dietrich of London. Congratulations are in order for the Centennial Committee, parishioners and friends who all worked so hard, for so long, to bring about this special celebration. The church and rectory, and grounds, were all renovated for the occasion. Everyone had a good time, including the organizers. They hope that all those on hand for the Mount Carmel Bicentennial enjoy themselves half as much as everyone did this weekend! COUNTY OF HURON PUBLIC MEETING TO DETERMINE THE NEED FOR A REVISION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF STEPHEN SECONDARY PLAN AND TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT AFFECTING THE TOWNSHIP OF STEPHEN TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the County of Huron will hold a public meeting on Monday, August 10, 1987 at 8:00 p.m. in the Crediton Community Hall to consider two issues - 1) to allow the public to comment on the need for a revision of the Secondary Plan for the Township of Stephen under Section 28 of the Planning Act (1983), and 2) to consider a proposed Official Plan Amendment under Section 17 of the Planning Act (1983). THE PLANNING ACT (1983) requires that municipalities provide the public with the opportunity through a special meeting of Council to comment upon the need for the revision of the Township Secondary Plan. This meeting is an opportunity for anyone with comments or suggested changes to make their thoughts known to Council. THE PROPOSED Official Plan Amendment seek to carry out revi- sions to the Secondary Plan in 12 separate areas as follows: 1. Natural Enivornment. The proposed amendment will designate additional areas of Natural Enivornment as shown on the map below. Ad- ditional policies will also be included allowing for the use of 'non -sensitive' natural environment for accessory farm residences; accessory agricultural commercial residences; the expansion of existing farm buildings and institutional buildings required for the maintenance of the Natural En- vironment. In addition, subject to certain criteria existing vacant natural environment lots may be allowed a residence. These policies will apply to areas designated Natural Environment. 2. Public Notices The proposed Official Plan Amendment reduces the length of time required for notice of a public meeting from 30'days to 21 days for the purposes of a public meeting for a zon- ing amendment. 3. The proposed Official Plan Amendment amends the Land use and Land Division Policy for Stephen Township by i) requir- ing connection to municipal water for residential severances, where this service is available ii) in urban areas the creation of new lots will be based on proper stag- ing of development, iii) policies which in the Agricultural designation previously allowed for the severance of surplus residences; severances for retiring farmers and severances for sons and daughters assisting on a farm have been - deleted and these types of severances will not be allow- sells ed, iv) in existing recreational areas severances may oc- cur for infilling purposes based on conformity with the Township Zoning By-law. 4. The Township Secondary Plan was initially prepared in the mid 1970's and throughout the plan there has been an at- tempt to update and make current statictical and other information. 5. The Agriculture & Natural Environment policies of the plan have been amended to include policies encouraging con- servation of land & water, and the planting of wind breaks. ( 6. The lands in Stephen Township adjacent to Exeter and which front onto Waterloo Street are currently designated urban and the policies allow for the establishment of Residential, Commercial and Agricultural Commercial -Industrial. It is proposed that these policies be amended to recognize ex- isting commercial use, but limiting new use to Residential only. 7. A new map indicating the location of the Municipal Water Supply System, Schedule L, is to be added to the Township ' S.econdary Plan. 8. Policies have been added outlining the means of interpreta- tion of the Natural Environment Designation. 9. Policies which more clearly set forth the procedure for review and amendments are to be included in the Township Secon-' dory Plan. 10. A number of minor adjustments for purposes of clarifica- tion and to bring the Secondary Plan into complete confor- mity with the Planning Act, 1983 have been included. 11. It is proposed that the Designation of the Motel property located on Part Cot 1, Aux Sable Concession be amended from Restricted Agriculture to Highway Commercial (see attached map). 12. It is proposed that the existing core area designation in Dashwood, be extended to the villages easterly limit (see attached map). ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and or make writ- ten or verbal representation either in support of or in opposi- tion to the proposed official plan amendment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION relating to the proposed official plan amendment is available for inspection at the Huron coun- ty Planning Deportment, Court House, Goderich, between 8:30 and 4:30'and at the Stephen Municipal Office. DATED AT THE TOWN OF GODERICH THIS 8TH DAY OF JULY, 1987. CLERK, COUNTY OF HURON COURT HOUSE, THE SQUARE -. GODERICH, ONTARIO TELEPHONE: 524-8394 (CLERK) 524-2188 (PLANNING) CUT CENTENNIAL CAKE — Father Gary Goyeoi and committee chairman Pat Sullivan tut the cake at Saturday's Our Lady of N►ount Carmel Centennial. T -A photo SAFE THIS TIME Anne Reaburn of the Dutch team gets to the bag . before defender Rita Lessard of the Irish in Sunday's ball game at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Centennial. Srerttry TOWNSHIP :i:t.rrt: New Natural EMlrOMn.M M/a1• to 6,1'4 +,ea, .t Nn..,r I.. .,ell .,n !e reptxM by the 'we Namwal E..nm,. ,., dr,•a, r,o. 'w atlar.an.l1, ABever..,. Or Er.,,.. re! 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