Times Advocate, 1989-09-13, Page 29'Focus on Horses'
By Adriaan Brand
Why would the board of directors
of an agricultural society focus its
annual fall fair on horses? Very few
,people In our immediate area use
horses in farming these days, so
why horses? Well, let me enlighten
you a little bit.
Horses are a major force in to-
day's society. Just drive down some
of the highways and byways of our
various communities and you will
see the vast numbers grazing in the
fields or perhaps stabled in barns.
Just to feed all of them requires
good farming techniques because
most horse owners only feed the
best of what is produced on our
prime agricultural land. Just think
of the bags of feed and the bales of
hay that are fed daily. Surely, you
can realize the Impact horses have
on our economy by simply adding
up what they eat. I could go on but
I think you get the picture.
What has the 1989 fair in store
for our area? Much, we hope, for
you to see and do. The prize list
will tell you what the many exhib-
at Exeter
its may be like. If you enter your
own exhibits this year, many peo-
ple can enjoy, for even a longer
time, your handiwork, field and gar-
den products, livestock and many
specials. Yes, our indoor exhibits
will be on display for three days.
I am always amazed at the quality
of the work shown. We can be
proud of our friends and neighbours
who so carefully and lovingly pre-
pare each entry in order . to make
this year's fair another showplace
for everyone to appreciate and en-
joy. To all exhibitors, youngand
those young at heart, my sincerest
best wishes and thinks for your par-
ticipation at our fair this year.
Many volunteers have already put
in many long hours in planning and
preparing for this year's fair. We
thank all these people for their dedi-
cation and enthusiast. Events such
as "Queens Ball Dance", Friday
evening program" and "A Heavy
Horse Pull" are some of the special
attractions for your enjoyment. We
recognize the talents and skills of
so many people and urge you to
Times -Advocate, September 13, 1989 Page 29
Fair September 22, 23 and 24
come as often as possible to the
fair.
No fair would be complete with-
out the midway: So start saving
your quarters!
The parade will be again an event
to see, better still to be a part of.
Nothing gets your excitement go-
ing more than a parade. Won't you
be there on Saturday?
Needless to say, there will be not
one but five horse shows on Satur-
day and Sunday. Exhibitors will be
proudly showing off their finely
groomed equine friends for that elu-
sive red ribbon. We expect a num-
ber of exhibitors from south of the
border. Come and chat with all of
the livestock and pet exhibitors as
they are always keen to tell about
their particular animal. Since fewer
and fewer farmers are raising live-
stock these days, a fair is a good
place for our children to see and
smell the various types of animals
one may find on a farm.
There have been some changes at
our fair this year but we have tried
very hard to keep those things
Ready for the Fair - The focus is on horses for this year's Exeter Fall Fair. Cathy Seip, president of
the Homecraft Division, is ready to put an English bridle on Brandale Nazyraf, a nine-year-old Arabian
gelding owned by Fair president Adriaan Brand. You will see all three at the Fair, to be held Septem-
ber 22, 23 and 24. {
Cook's Crop Handling
we're ready when you are,
at6locations.
This fall, bring your crop to the experts at Cook's.
We can handle a broad range of vehicles at
6 convenient locations, making crop delivery
fast and easy. In addition, we have 12 licensed
white bean satellites.
Our cleaning, drying and storage facilities are
ready to serve you. We offer competitive prices,
plus marketing exper_tise,xo help you get the
most for your crop.
You can count on the people at Cook's for Lair
grading, honest weights and friendly, personal
service. We've built our reputation on it.
'Part ofttlre Cook's Crop input Team
(front left to right):
Tini Hiltz
Atwood Plant Foreman
3 years with Cook's
Brian "Buck" Glanville
Hensall Assistant Branch
Manager
14 years with Cook's
. Jamie Hackett
Kirkton Branch Manager
1 year with Cook's
Division of
Parrish 6t Heimbecker, Limited
Hensall (519) 262-2410
Centralia (519)228-6661
• Kirkton (519) 229-8986
Walton (519) 527-1540
• Amberley (519) 395-3601
Atwood (519) 356-2292
Beechwood: Glencoe Grain &
Seed Company'
Keeton: Simcoe District Co -Operative,
tiomholm: Fra-taineFarms.Ltd_
Kurgess ille. Homeland Grain Inc.
Dashwood. Harold Schroeder
Milling C . td.
Dublin Dublin Feed Mill lid
Kenvood; Glencoe Grain &
Seed Company*
hfax�illc. NtacEwen Grain Inc.
Mdvrnon Topnotch Feeds lid**
Parkhill Glencoe Grain & Seed
Company
Stouffsille St,lawience Grains
• Limited
Trenton Trenton Grain Elevator
•Pi iq. n of Parrish & I leimt a:ker. Limited
••rwiinan of fames Rh hardson S Sons I rd
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"Where you can trade with confidence."
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which have been popular with the
fairgoers in the past. So help keep
our fair going by being an exhibi-
tor, a volunteer, a spectator, and a
participant. Only by pulling to-
gether will the true community
spirit come forth and only by pull-
ing -together will the real purpose
of a fair be realized when the urban
meets the rural. I know that this
year will be one yeaf when this
will happen.
Don't forget - "Always some-
thing new at the Exeter Fall Fair."
Participation
By Ruthanne . Negrijn
School Division President
Youth enthusiasm and participa-
tion is important to the success of
the Exeter Fall Fair now and in the
future.
This year's fair promotes horses,
and several specials have been set
up incorporating this theme. Deco-
rate a cowboy hat, create a model of
a horse farm, make a horse from pa-
per rolls. We encourage all elemen-
tary,school children to submit a va-
riety of exhibits.
New specials have been sponsored
by several area businesses. Check
the school fair prize list for them.
and many other handicraft and nov-
elty items which may be entered.
Something new this year is the
extended hours for fair goers to
view displays. Exhibits will be on
display for all three days of the fair
with pick-up of entries at 4:I. p.m.
on Sunday, September N.
Those children achieving top
points in the school division will
be presented the "School Champ"
awards during the Friday evening
program. On Saturday, September
23 you can bring your pet to the
fair to be judged. There are several
categories in the pet section. Check
your prize list to see which one
best suits your pet. Remember the
judging of this boes at 9:30 a.m.
Saturday.
The Rec Centre will be open
Thursday evening, September 21
from 7 -8 p.m. for any children un-
able to bring entries on Friday. Re-
member all entries must be received
by Friday September 22 at 11:30
a.m. Please make sure that they
have an entry tag properly filled
out.
The school division is an impor-
tant part of the Exeter Fall Fair. It
develops showmanship and compe-
tition as well as satisfaction and
pride for those who enter.
Many people donate their time
and talents to judge or organize dis-
plays at the fair. To all of them we
express our thanks. Also thanks
goes to the teachers and parents for
their encouragement and dedication
and our sponsors for their generous
donations.
If you are interested in getting in-
volved with your local community
fall fair, please call 235-2122. More
hands are always needed. See you at
the fair!
Be creative
By Cathy Seip
Homecraft division
The ladies of the Homecraft Di-
vision will be at the Exeter Fall
Fair horsing around on Friday Sep-
tember 22, Saturday September 23
and Sunday September 24.
We are anxiously waiting for
your creative quality exhibits. If
you have never entered at the Exet-
er Fall Fair this might be the year
to do so. "Focus on Horses" has
been incorporated in every class of
the Homecraft Division. You
might want to enter Western
clothes. "Trot Along" fresh flowers
Change in sort testing
CLINTON - Soil sample forms,
and boxes with the Agn-food La -
On farm show
Dr. Violet Currie, Associate Prin-
cipal of the Centralia College of
Agricultural Technology will ap-
pear on the O.M.A.F. Farm and
Country show on Sunday, Septem-.
ber 17, 1989 at 12:45 p.m., accord-
ing to an announcement by the On-
tario Bean Producers' Marketing
Board, London.
Dr. Currie will be demonstrating
the development of "White Bean Ice
Cream". This product has been very
well received to date and the search
is on to find a manufacturer to com-
mercially produce the product.
boratories label should be disposed
of after August 31. Several labora-
tories have been accredited by
OMAF under the new system.
Farms can choose from any of the
recognized laboratories.
Each laboratory has a fee schedule
for the basic soil test and optional
tests. The basic test is no longer
paid for by OMAF.
Laboratories have also been ac' -
credited for feed analysis, home
lawn and garden soils; and green-
house media and nutrient solutions.
Local OMAF offices have sup-
plies of the new submission forms
and sample boxes.
Brian Hall
Farm Management Specialist
for Huron County.
using a horse shoe, or maybe
"Horse Buns" displayed western
style. How about decorating a
piece of horse equipment? We have
something for every man and
women to enter. Please check out
our prize list.
This year our woodworking went
to a class of its own. I'm sure
'ou'll want to enter as there is an
extra $20. for the person winning
most points.
The "Paddock" will be open for
refreshments and demonstration on
western cooking and riding attire.
Join the western surroundings for
a visit with a friend or just sit and
rest awhile.
Our ladies are proud to announce
the first Exeter Agricultural Socie-
ty's "Toddlers Trotter Race". Please
register your toddler (3 years old
and under) at 1:30 p.m. Sunday
September 24/89. Prizes for all
toddler -trotters.
Come join us at the fair. We
want alot of people horsing
around!
Please Note the change of sec-
tions for the Handcraft Queen
Class 71 Section 2,3,8 and 12.
Class 72 Section 3 and 8.
C.G. Farm
Supply Ltd.
Announcement
Arnie Martin
We are pleased to announce
that Arnie Martin has joined
our Sales Staff. Please feel
free to call Arnie for your
equipment needs
Bus. # 236-4934
Home #235-1684
THOMPSON'S AT AILSA CRAIG
ADD WHITE BEAN. RECEIVING
W.G. Thompson & Sons Ltd., Ailsa Craig are proceeding on schedule with con-
struction of a NEW, receiving facility for added customer service. This includes a
receiving pit, elevator legs, cleaner, dump scale and overhead storage tanks for
fast and efficient handling of White Beans, Soybeans and other commercial
crops.
"We at Thompsons are excited at the opportunity to handle your 1989 White
Bean crop. This new service is combined with W.G. Thompson & Sons Ltd. long
standing reputation of excellent service, integrity and .satisfied customers", say
Paul and Dwain.
115 John St., Ailsa Craig
293-3223