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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1994-06-15, Page 26Page 26 Times -Advocate, June 15, 1994 Vintage tractors Massey -Harris tractors have been an interest of the Re- icherts for many years. Localcollection is one -of -a -kind Vintage tractors still have big appeal By Erin Lobb T -A Staff HENSALL - Orland Reichert's interest in Massey -Harris tractors be- gan years ago when his father purchased horse implements for use on the farm. Since then his collection has grown. "We used to use the one's that aren't restored for work on the farm. We used to haul wood out of the hush with them," said Reichert, who bought his first Massey -Harris in 1940. "My dad would be real proud to see them all now, if he were alive." Reichert and his sons, Rick and Ken, restore the tractors themselves. Orland does the mechanical restoration and his sons do the painting. Of the 20 he owns 12 have been completely restored. The Reicherts are the only Massey -Harris collectors in the area. Be- cause of their unique collection they frequently receive offers from an- tique tractor shows to display their collection. "We have shown in Essex, Paris, and as far as Georgetown Ohio," This summer the tractors will be featured at Sherkston Ontario, as a part of the Niagara Antique Power Association show. Though the tractors were manufactured in Toronto and the U.S., Re- ichert buys them from all parts of Ontario and as far as New York state. The Riecherts will also be attending the Blyth Thresherman's Re- union and the Mitchell and Illderton fairs. Some of Reichert's tractors have interesting histories. The oldest tractor in the collection, a Type II, was built in 1918. Reichert pur- chased it at an auction at the Stratford museum. Another tractor, a four-wheel drive 1930 model, was used to remove ice from the Maple Leaf Gardens from 1930 to 1961. For now the Reichert family is going to focus on restoring thc trac- tors they have, instead of purchasing more. Says Orland,"I've got as good a collection as there is around. I've quite a few of the makes." Antique cars also intrigue Reichert. He has both a 1931 Ford truck and a 1932 Chevey car. The classis car show in Hensall this weekend will feature both automobiles. According to Reichert the interest in antique tractors is still good. "The older they get the rarer they become," says Reichert. First campout for Nomads KINCARDINE - The Exeter No- mads Camping Club held its annual spring camp out at Green acres Family Camp at Kincardine June 10-12. Friday night the club held an old time euchre game. Marge Hodge was the ladies high hand winner and Bev Alexander was the mens high hand winner. Most lone hands winners were Lorraine Alexander and Maurice Haist. Low hand win- ners were June and Ernie Hillen. Saturday morning the group at- tended a giant yard sale held at the camp, and Saturday afternoon fea- tured a giant washer toss contest. Thc winners in "A" group were Marion Skinner and Ernie Hillen "B" group winners were Audrey Moore and Bill Perry. The Nomads had a shuffleboard contest and thc "A" winners were Dorcas Wein and Lloyd Mousseau and "B" winners were Gloria Mousseau and Bruce Coleman. Saturday night the club treated to a giant pot luck dinner. Many deli- cious dishes were featured by the attending chefs. Sunday morning the breakfast was cooked by the Mousscau's and the Hillen's. After breakfast the Nomads had a lawn dart contest won by Howard Hodge and June Hillan. This was followed by live entertainment and this was hosted by the Traquairs, Ross Riley and Dorcas Wein. The Nomad's next meeting is on Thursday June 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Morrison Dam. All campers are welcome. Council will oppose new conflict of interest act LUCAN - In regular session on June 7, members of council unani- mously disagreed with the provin- cial government's Disclosure of In- terest Act which was introduced recently. Thc new Bill 163 would require members of council, school hoards, PUC's and police villages to file a financial information statement within 60 days of being elected or appointed. The statement is to contain a de- scription, but not the dollar value of certain assets, liabilities, sources of income and financial interests of the member, the member's spouse and minor children and companies controlled by any of them. This information is to be updated annually by December 31, except in an election year. Reeve Tom McLaughlin said, "This is an invasion of privacy and we should send a letter to MPP Irene Mathyssen. Thc government has a lot Nigger fish to fry than this issue." Council agreed to contact their MPP. Clerk Ron Reymer added, "This is not only invading the privacy of a member, but a lot of other people, too." Councillor Rob Brady comment - cd, "It should be sufficient to de- clare conflict of interest when a cer- tain item of business that you arc involved in comes up. If this goes through it will make it much harder to get people to run for council. McLaughlin agreed saying, "1 would have to take a look at the sit- uation before making a decision to continue on council." CDMMUN1TY Communion service at St. Patrick's By H. Davis SAINTSBURY - St. Patrick's celebrated the Holy Communion service at 11:00 a.m. June 12. Rev. Emery spoke to the children on how God's reign is like a seed in us. You can't see it grow but it needs loving care like a plant and the difference it makes in our lives. There will be no service at St. Patrick's on June 19 as St. Thomas, Granton, are celebrating their anni- versary. Scripture readings for the fourth Sunday after Pentecost are to be 11 Samuel 5:1-12, II Corinthians 5:18_ 6.2, Psalm 48, The Holy Gospel Mar!: 4:35-41. Personals Birthday wishes go out to Mary Davis who celebrated her birthday June 13, from all her relatives and friends at St. Patricks. Crystal, Harley, Travis and Stan Davis were weekend visitors with Mary Walker, Jennette and Sarah of Centralia. Crystal Davis was a Friday night visitor with cousin Courtney Mac- Gillivray and attended the London Majors ball game. Courtney was cekbrating a birthday on Sunday. Michael and Suzanne Davis par- ticipated in the "Ride for Sight" at Fenelon Falls on the weekend. Fred and Rose Grimminck, Tony and Teresa VanDerHoek also partici- pated from this area. Harry Carroll is a patient in hos- pital. Patricia Dobbs and the Rev. Pa- tricia Dobbs Luxton co -hosted an afternoon bridal shower honouring bride -elect Lori Sims on Saturday at Saubleside Farms. The Dobbs home was decorated with flowers and streamers for the occasion. The group of friends attending were members of the Anglican Church Women of Trivitt Memori- al Church, Exeter and friends Phyl Caspell of London and Hazel Da- vis. Mother of the bride presided at the tea table and maid of honour Barb Miller assisted the bride in opening many useful and beautiful gifts. Lori thanked her hostesses and friends and all enjoyed a deli- cious lunch and time together. Ready for the forst pitch Huron County Day at the Toronto Skydome was enjoyed by several area people this past weekend. Ellison Travel and Tours had 12 buses which toured down to watch the Toronto Blue Jays take on the New York Yankees. Above, Exeter area res- idents wait for the game to start. At right, Aaron Small, Blue Jays newest addition to the pitching staff signs autographs before the game. Fun Fair enjoyed in Zurich A Fun Fair was held at the school grounds and a jamboree took place at the park. By Carmel Sweeney ZURICH - There was a lot of ac- tivity going on in Zurich on Sunday as the St. Boniface Parish Fun Fair was held on the school grounds from 1-4 p.m. It was sponsored by the P.T.A. Nathan Regier won the trip to Bingeman Park, Kitchener. There was also a crowd down at the pavilion area of the park in the afternoon to sit, relax and enjoy the music, as the Zurich Firemen held their annual Band Jamboree. Joe Overholt from London was one of the many talented musicians. This was followed by a barbecue supper in the arena. New pastor The congregation of St. Peter's Lutheran Church have welcomed their new pastor, Rev. Ross Thom- son, his wife Linda and their two sons to the community. An installa- tion service was held. A parish get- together was held last week in hon- our of thc Thomson family with a social and get -acquainted evening. They were presented with a large box of donated canned goods as a welcoming gift. Bus trip The Optimist Club are once again sponsoring a bus trip to Canada's Wonderland in Toronto on July 16. It leaves from the Zurich Arena at 8 a.m. Cost is $22.00 per person (in- cluding the admission to the Park). If you arc interested in going, phone Chris Littlechild at 236-7144 as soon as possible. Seats are limit- ed. Swimming lessons Children interested in taking swimming lessons this summer at Vanastra arc to register at the Are- na on June 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Class trip The Grade eight students of St. Boniface School enjoyed their class trip to Niagara Falls last Thursday and Friday. They were accompa- nied by teacher Pat Welsch, princi- pal Mr. Kraftcheck and six parents. Zurich Cubs The Zurich Cubs spent the week- end of June 4 at Steve Miller's hush. The eight boys, along with their two leaders, enjoyed cliff climbing, games, campfires and sleeping in their tents. They also hiked down to the hike rodeo at the arena. Zurich Fair The Zurich Agricultural Society held their last Fair Board meeting on May 30. Plans are well under- way for the upcoming fair on July 22-24 with lots of fun activities be- ing planned for everyone. Friday night there will be a Tal- ent Show and the Prince and Prin- cess Contest, along with the Am- bassador contest. Girls are needed to compete for this. 'Serious Busi- ness' will play at the arena. Saturday will feature a pet show and kite flying contest after the pa- rade at the fair grounds. The theme for the parade is "Families Go to the Fair", begin- ning at 12:30 p.m. The baby show will start at 2 p.m. in the auditori- um. The Karate Club will perform. The mini tractor pull will be held outdoors at 3 p.m. followed by the your lifiliSess To reach the correspondent in your area: Centralia Granton Saintsburx Staffa Thames Road Varna Zurich Hensall Mary Peterson 228-6992 Muriel Lewis 225-2578 11. Davis 227-4153 Roberta Templeman 345-2346 Rhoda Rohde 235-0327 Joan Beierling 233-7443 Carmel Sweeney 236-4702 Liz Sangster 262-2715 424 Main St. Exeter 235-1331 I wrist wrestling contest at 3:30. On Sunday the mid -western horse show begins at 11:00 a.m. Children ages three to six years old arc to bring a blanket and hag lunch to the Teddy Bears Picnic where there will he Tots of prizes to win. From 2 to 9 p.m. the Old Time Fiddler's Jamboree will take place in the auditorium. A buffet supper will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Literacy Festival Several school children from the arca went by bus to the Family Lit- eracy Festival held at the fair- grounds in Clinton last week along with teachers and some parents. Town picnic Seniors are reminded to put their name in at the Municipal Office as soon as possible if you want to at- tend the Town Picnic and Supper on June 29 at the Community Cen- tre. It begins at 4:45 p.m. They may also call Gertie or Barb Jef- frey. Personals Ruby Hogarth celebrated hcr 90th birthday during an open house at the rest home. A Stag and Doe was held for Kelli Schroeder and Dave Consitt at the Zurich Arena on Saturday. The couple are planning to be mar- ried in July. Best wishes for a speedy recov- ery is extended to John Denomme who is in the hospital. Happy belated birthday wishes to out to Wilfred Corriveau, who was 92 years old on June 9; Verda Baechler and Elda Wagner, both on June 8; and to Kim Sweeney on June 14. Sincere sympathy is extended to the family of the late Theresa Du- charme, of Blue Water Rest Horne, who passed away suddenly on June 6. The funeral was held at St. Pe- ter's church, St. Joseph. Farewell to Pat and Gail Masse and their two children who moved to Hensall on the weekend. Welcome to Rob Vanderhoek, who moved into the Masse home on Bismark Street. Also welcome to John and Tracy Atkin and children who recently moved to Goshen street. Deb Jeffrey has moved from hcr Main street apartment to the Bay- view subdivision on the Blue Wa- ter. 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