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Home My WebLink AboutTimes-Advocate, 1979-07-25, Page 21 (2)GRAND COUPLE — Lyle and Isobel Stokes of Ailsa Craig were the town's leading couple over the week -end as they graciously served as Grand Master and Lady for Gala Days in Ailsa Craig. The couple presented the winners with trophies for vorious events and visited among the huge crowds. Photo by Scheifele Two hundred run. • in annual 10 - miles • By JOY SCHEIFELE The starting gun sounded and nearly two hundred SKID STEER LOADER RENTALS Daily, Weekly Or Monthly 3 models to choose from 14, 23 or 37 h.p. Hydrostatic Drive Call Don Sarars 161 Blyth 523-4244 Exeter 235-1115 runners dashed off to a good start on the 2nd annual 10 kilometre road race in Ailsa Craig last Sunday to the cheers and encouragement of the crowds who lined the starting point along Queen Street. Part of the village's annual Gala Day celebrations the entrants ran the 10 k distance to Nairn and back in blazing heat. The winner was 26 year old Brad Blain of Waterloo who ran the distance in 31 minutes 45 seconds. Last year he completed the marathon race in 31 minutes 9 seconds placing second to Bob Legg whose time this year was 33 minutes 14 seconds. Brian Shames s' London placed second this year with a time of 32 minutes, 47 seconds, with Chris Brewster of London placing third with 32 minutes 58 seconds. The first female contestant to finish was Janet Dick of London with a time of 38.5 Young and old alike participated in the event with one father and young son completing the race together. One of the most distant runners to race was Murray Bunnett of Petitcodiac, New Brun- swick. Dr. Harry Rawson, President of Fanshawe College was also among the runners. Although not a member of any club he works out - daily and Features activities for all ages Tinos -Advocate, July 25, 1979 Pogo 9A Craig's. Gala Days attracts bumper crowds By JOY SCHEIFELE AllSA CRAIG Ailsa Craig's normal population of 700 more than doubled many times over last weekend as the village celebrated its annual Gala Days. "The response has been great", reported Gala Days Chairman Andy Stewart. "Many people have worked hard and the crowds seem bigger this year." Scattered around the ball park were events for all members of the family. Saturday afternoon found young and old alike gathered around the 25 foot circle while some fourteen heats involving over 200 turtles made their way to cross the finish line. Turtle number 91 "Billie" was the winner in the seventh race and continued on to be champ in the final race on Saturday with a speed of 50 seconds. He won a cassette recorder for his young owner and trainer, Marsha Sutherland of R.R. 3 Ailsa Craig whose sister Carrie, was a top winner in last year's competition: Second place went to Paul Brigham who won a 2 way walkie-talkie thanks to his turtle, "Myrtle." "Geigy" won third place -for Susan Beeler of Halifax who was able to take home a Pepsi cooler and Turtle Club t - shirt. In addition each of the entrants was given a cer- tificate commemorating the event. The fastest turtle in the children's division was Vee Lee, owned ' by Scott Coupland of London who finished in a flat 37 seconds. For those who preferred something more predictable a programme of old time fiddle music and step dan- cing filled the afterpoon. Crowds sat and listened with toes tapping to the lively music as many performers gave a wide variety of song and dance. At the entrance of the park Post Master Emerson McKay talked with a steady line of customers -who found one of the most last souvenirs of Gala Days in the form of a specially marked envelope stamped with one of the special issue turtle stamps. For .35 one could buy one of the limited supply of envelopes marked with a special Gala Days stamp bearing the Ontario Championship Turtle Races ensign., "Only a,thousand of these will be available" reported the Postmaster, "and likely will be a valuable collectors' items one day." In a booth beside him, the ladies Christian Coffee Fellowship Hour Group invited visitors to become part of their regular group. Also drawing large at- tention was the Monster Ball tournament. Teams com- peted in this new sport trying desperately to move the five foot diameter beach ball over the other's goal line. "It's even harder than soccer!" reported one player. Before any ;eam could be declared winner further competition was held with a pole climb, nerf ball ttirow and flour power. The Women's Legion Auxiliary held a bingo which many enjoyed in under the pavilion. The day had begun with the traditional parade along Main Street with a total of 55 floats taking part this year. All entrants received a certificate for participating in the parade. Top winners for originality included Val - D -Lyn Flower Shop of Ailsa Craig, who placed first with the Crawford children dressed as turtles, the Jim Walsh family second with the "Turtle Resort" and the McPherson family from Arkona with their three Tamworth boars known as the "Tam Team". Gold silver and bronze medallions were presented to Donna McLaughlin, Linda Twynstra and the Hamilton family for the best dressed bikes. The weekend had been officially kicked off Friday evening when a well at- tended Variety Show was held at the Ball Park. Chairman Andy. Stewart presented Lyle and Isobel Stokes as this years Grand Master and his lady. An acts entertained the illusionist and other variety crowd. large SCOTT'S LEATHER & TACK SHOP 120 Sanders St. W. Exeter, Ont. Phone 235-0694 Complete Line of Western Saddlery, Bridles, Halters, Bits, Pads, Girths. HORSE HEALTH CENTRE Fly Wipe, Shampoo, Absorbine, Etc. lee Jeans & Jackets Western Boots, Hats, Belts 8. Shirts Hand Crafted leather Goods Images of the American Harvest Yellow Trail from Texas See this one-hour TV Special July 29, 1979 CFPL / CKNX T.V. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. CLCO T.V. 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Now, a special Canadian television showing of a major motion picture documentary, ,The Yellow Trail from Texas." Its the day-by-day store of life on the road with custom wheat harvesters as they follow the sun from central Texas to the Canadian prairies. This special TV presentation. filmed by the British Broadcasting Corporation, is brought to you by Massey Ferguson in cooperation with your dealer. SHERWOOD (EXETER) LTD. 18 Wellington St. W., Exeter 235-0743 ALL SIZES — Turtles came in all sizes and shopes celebrated Gala Days. Here Brent Crawford, lyneete RR 1, Ailso Craig, took part in the Galo Days parade originality. CELEBRATES — Howard Dorman, RR 2 Ailso Craig, celebrated his 95th birthday on July 20. Currently a resi- dent of Croigholme Nursing Home, a special party was held earlier in his honour. Photo by Scheifele triumplfantly finished the race in 48.32. A mini race was held for young runners following, in which 30 youngsters coin: pleted. "We felt this was a good showing for our -first mini race", reported Phil Miller. over the week -end when Ailso Craig Crawford and Joanne McMillian oll of Saturday morning, to win first prize for Phots by Scheifele Roof Trusses Simplify the Building of a Sound Roof Wood Trusses RESIDENTIAL A DUNKING — "Flour Power" was the name of the game as Jim Robinson, RR 3. Ailsa Craig took o dunking in a pail of flour to find o number in less than a minute. to aid his West Corners Wild Cots team to win points in the monster ball tour- nament. Photo by Scheifele /.. i,.. , . t:,.... 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