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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1987-07-15, Page 1795 -year-old helps in unveiling Times -Advocate, July 15, 1987 Page 5A Watford equipment makes it into Lambton museum Three years of diligent planning, collecting and organizing were brought to a suitable consummation with the opening -of the Watford ex- hibit building at Lambton Heritage Museum, Wednesday. About 100 interested guests assembled to hear the speeches and participate in this proud moment. FIRST CASH DONATION -- Deputy Reeve of Grand Bend, Dennis Snider (right) presented a cheque for $400 to Bob Tremain, curator of Lambton Heritage Museum; Paul Miller, volunteer co-ordinator of the archives; and Museum Committee Chairman Jack McPherson (left) at Oakwood Inn, Wednesday. This donation, to be matched by Wintario funds, kicks off the fund raising campaign for the Grand Bend photographic archives. and district news Connie Keyser - 231'-21195 Roberta Walker - 238-2471 n Parachutist breaks back A White River man suffered a broken back in a parachutist mishap at the former Grand t3end airport ear- ly Saturday evening. William Constantineau was making his third jump of the day around 8:20 p.m., when his chute spiralled when he was about 200 feet from the ground and he crashed onto the pavement. Ile was taken to University f lospital in London. Constantineau was making a jump under the South -Western Ontario Organization of Parachutists. Dinghy stolen The $2500 dinghy owned by the Grand Bend harbour was reported missing last Monday from the boat slip, but was recovered the following day. - Village employee Le)? O'Rourke had reported it missing. OPP Constable J. Paquette recovered the -dinghy the following day. One young offender was arrested along with Marcin Kutawa, 20, of Grey S.. London. During the week, the resort detach- ment officers laid 63 charges under the Liquor Licence Act. There were two charged with impaired driving and another three were given 12 -hour suspensions after Alert tests. A total of 144 occurrences were reported to the detachment over the past week. United Church A good attendance was out Sunday morning for the second outdoor ser- vice at Grand Bend United. Rev. R. Peebles' sermon message was titled, "I can't see". Ile said he was address- ing his remarks to a Christian believ- ing.community. To win stability and balance we must believe the direc- tives and counsel of the word of God. We only grow spiritually as we are obedient to God's word. A number of old time gospel hymns were sung. Special music was two duets by Doug Martin and Fraser Lobban. members of (his local con- gregation, accompanied by Idella Gabel at the organ. Two lovely floral arrangements were on each side of the altar placed in loving memory of Robert Blair., Coffee and cookies were served at the close of the service. Visitors are always welcome. Vacation Bible school will begin on July 20 at 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Grand Bend Anglican Church C.E. wing. Boys and girls from three to 13 are welcome. A hake sale Wednesday July 15 on Grand Bend Church lawn at 2 p.m. sponsored by Greenway U.C.W. - Beach Ministry - a Bible school on the beach August 10-14, 9 to 11:30 a.m. On the beach at the end of Oak street. Boys and girls from four to 12 years. Special service Saturday July 18, 7:30 p.m. The La Fontaine family will he presenting a special program of Gospel music, inside the United Church. Recreation get kids in Grand Bend and Area Recreation Committee were pleased to inform council at the July 6 meeting that all summer recreation programs were running successfully. On the day of the Recreation Com- mittee meeting June 22, the commit- tee were informed that the assistant supervisor for the Busy Bee day camp grogram, Tammy Frisa, had taken a job closer to home. However, on the same day a replacement was found, Ms. Sandra Peck. Ms. Peck was in at- tendance at the Rec. meeting and was available to attend the first aid lifesaving course in Sarnia June 26. Council also approved the appoint- ment of Jason Woodley, son of Coun- cillor Bruce Woodley, as an occa- sional assistant at the Busy Bee pro- gram. This extra help was fell necessary by the committee because of the problems of keeping activities moving when there is a wide range oI age groups attending the program. During the rec meeting the twe Busy Bee program conveners were advised of the variety of activities that could be implemented. Besides arts and crafts, and games at the camp site in the Eilber Street parkette, ex- cursions to the south beach could be arranged if a Beach Patrol member could also be on duty in that location i normally, south beach is not patrolled). Overnight camping with the Busy Bee participants was discussed and eventually disallowed this year. However, the children's programs at Iluron Country Playhouse were outlined with group reduced rates be- ing investigated. Donations this year from the Grand >4.. v About town "Summer time, and the livin' is easy ...". Not if your air-conditioning is on the fritz and the temperatures seem to be nailed at tropical rain- forest levels! We are forced to hide in the (relatively) cool basement and sleep all piled up in our daughter's rooms, the only area with a working small air conditioner. Others seem to tolerate the heat somewhat better - the beaches are packed and there are still golfers on activities full swing Bend and Area Recreation Commit- tee were discussed and the motion passed as follows: Huron Country Playhouse is to receive $865.00; Chamber of Commerce $200.00; soc- cer and softball $150.00 each; rent, supplies and secretarial receive $2015. In addition, Lambton Heritage Museum is to receive a donation of $400, an initial contribution to the new fund raising campaign for the Grand Bend Photographic archives. The Swim Bus program taking Grand Bend area children to the Ex- eter pool for three weeks of certified Red Cross swim instruction, was reported completely booked to the capacity of 50 children. Donations in support of the swim bus more than met the requirements. Sponsors were Grand Bend Lions and Lioness, Southcott Pines Park Association, the Legion and the Village of Grand Bend. These donations help to actual- ly lower the cost to each family, even though the actual cost increases each year. This sponsorship is greatly appreciated. Mrs. Rose Vanbrueane appeared before the rec committee as a special delegation, outlining the needs of minor sports, especially minor ball, for funds. Setting up a new team, as was done this spring with the in- troduction of a bantam girls ball team. requires $1000.00. Donations to cover ongoing expenses for uniforms, and a banquet were greatly needed. It was decided and later approved by council that minor ball raise money during the August 1 holiday by operating a pay parking lot in the areas along Municipal Road beside the P.U.C. offices. Most drove up to the museum from Watford and area despite the ex- tremely warm weather, to join those from Grand Bend. In his opening remarks. Museum curator Bob Tremain explained the importance of an exhibit like this. Why Watford? Just after the 1880s and the laying of the railway lines, Watford quickly grew to a major in- dustrial town, bustling with over 100 carriage works and blacksmith shops where a great deal of the area's im- plements were crafted. Lloyd Werden, president of Wat- ford's Historical Society was thank- ed for the donation of the first few pieces in the collection. Many ar- tifacts here are one of a kind, sought after by larger museums and even Ot- tawa. As curator Tremain described these pieces "they are the ones all staff run to save in the event of fire". The Reeve of Watford, Bill Dodge, received thanks in recognition for the time and money invested in the pro- ject by the town 'council, and other residents of the town involved. As Museum Warden Bob Langstaff pointed out in his welcoming address, this event marks an important time in the dreams and long term master plan for the museum. A new direction is underway, with more exhibits similar to this for other municipalities. Such displays recognize the contributions made to the history of the area and draw to our attention the human contribution upon which our high-tech world is based. David Thom was known across the continent for his patented blower and silo filler, forming the basis of such machinery used today. Most of the pieces are the only known surviving examples, one -of -a -kind, some 20 items, making it the largest collection of Thom's implements'anywhere. in fall the links. Every restaurant in town is also packed with people who find it too hot to cook! The rain and cooler temperatures can't come too soon for some of us'. Legion news The Grand Bend Legion held a very successful steak barbecue and dance last weekend for July 4, with a good crowd attending. A big thank -you goes out to all those who helped in any way. Winners of the Friday meat raffle were: Marilyn Newbery, Ted Carn, Gib Roane and Effie Ellis, with Gord Sandow and Cecilia Hughes winning the mystery draw. There will be bingo held -at the Legion every Thursday at 8 p.m. throughout July and August, plus mixed dart games each Saturday from 1-4 p.m. during the summer. The next steak barbecue will be held on Saturday July 18 with tickets at $8 per person and everybody is welcome. For those who want another oppor- tunity to kick 'up their heels and dance, another big band "The Moonlighters" will be appearing at the legion on August 1. Tickets for the dance are $5.00/per person, with the same $8.00 tickets for the steak barbecue preceding the dance. Come out and sway to the music of "The Moonlighters" and make it a summer to remember! There is a land roller that won first prize .in London in 1879; a wooden horse treadmill, a corn ripper, an assortment of plows, wheelbarrows, a cutter, bob sleighs, and even housewares, such as a waffle iron. An exhibit such as this enriches the heritage of our area and makes us proud of their achievements. Finally, the 95 year-old Cliff Lucas stepped inside to assist at the ceremonial ribbon cutting with the other dignitaries, beside the corn rip- per he had used on his farm for 20 years, having purchased it in 1910. "It was the best feed for the cattle, this machine ground it real fine" reminisced Lucas. .ill, " Negotiation continues The Grand Bend-Bosanquet boun- dary negotiating committee held its fifth regular session on Wednesday. The village responded in detail to the township's previous presentation touching on such areas as council representation, planning, administra- tion, recreation and bylaw enforcement. The township then made a short response. TEST IS SET Has anybody got an extra kid out there who needs a parent? If the ex- citement of that perennial call "play ball" still brings up remembrances of flying feet, scuffling up the dust on a slider to home base, then Saturday, July 18 promises to be a great day. Starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Legion Field all divisions of the Grand Bend Minor Ball Association will take on - teams of "The Parents" in one hour games that will test everyones stamina. 10:00 a.m. Bantam boys take on the moms and dads • 11:00 a.m. Bantam girls 12:00 a.m. T -ball I B.Jennison coach i 1:00 p.m. T -ball (W.lennison coach 2:00 p.m. Mites 3:00 p.m. Squirts 4:00 p.m. PeeWee boys 5:00 p.m. PeeWee girls - All team players will be presented with refreshment coupons to redeem for free goodies at Cheryl Ann, Our Andrews or Best's Drive -In. At 6:00 p.m. all players who have filled in their entries will be eligble for the lucky draw, sponsored by Rollie's Sports Centre. For further information contact Sue or Brian Pearen 238-8622. Where is my catchers mitt? The committee then agreed to strike a financial sub -committee to look at the financial impact of sei(pral. scenarios. The clerks from thertwo municipalities and a member from each council will be on the committee. The formal negotiations are now adjourned until that financial analysis is completed and that is expected to be early this fall. DEWITTE ANTIQUES Open 7 days a week Flea Market Saturdays and Sundays New and Old Buy and Sell 1 mile south of Grand Bend. Hwy. 21 238-5121 a r� The Artist . . er5onl of Erieau Two -Day Exhibit Saturday July 18 Sunday July 19 Noon to 5 p.m. Originals and Limited Editions Refreshments r`74E G IGREYII A PTTER R of;, Y Queen Street Place (At Main) Grand Bend 238-5665 VISA €B I2CiniLzcI EctitLion 7IiE otiginat Ja/EviEw &uina, ousnc1.End The Lakeview Casino was built in 1919, and destroyed by fire in 1981 Framed Print 16" is 20" Guy Lombardo waste first of many big bands to play at the Casino over the years. Mounted Print 11" x 14" 79.95 35.95 Plate 9'h" Diameter 22 K Gold Trim 32.95 WHITE'S PHARMACY LTD. WAIT FOR A TURN A popular ride is the teeter-totter at the Busy Bee day camp. Bobby -Jo Whiting (left) shares a ride with Sarah Bannister while Deryk John and Nicole Davis wait their turn under the supervision of assistant co-ordinator Sandra Peck, (right). 22-81 CRESCENT GRAND BEND, ON. NOM 1TO 238-8540